Chris McAdams

Want to lead in a world that doesn’t hand out titles?

Be Self-Led.

You don’t need permission to think differently.

You don’t need a title to lead.

You just need your own perspective.

Touché!!
Couldn’t agree more. Yes, your insights & perspectives shared with others fosters powerful movements.

The future belongs to those who:

* Own their creative voice (authentic & irreplaceable)

* Disrupt patterns
(break norms & inspire change)

….and if you add adaptability & resilience, you don’t just survive- you thrive.

Ready to lead the future of creativity?

Thinking deeply isn’t enough.

To be a true Leader Of Thought, you must lead OutLoud.

Your insights can spark innovation, but only if you share them with intention.

Being a Leader of Thought means sharing your expertise to meet people where they’re at - not expecting them to me you where you’re at.
It’s about influence thru connection, not status.
Inspire Thought in others!!

Sharing perspectives allows readers/viewers to then experiment with things for themselves…..and yes, make it their own.

People don’t follow you because you have information
They follow you because you have perspective.
Let ‘em know why it matters!

The reality is - nobody really wants to hear about your ideas.

Nobody really cares how you developed your ideas.

What they care about are the problems you can solve for them.

*Know who you’re talking to.
*Understand their challenges.
*Focus on solutions.

There is no doubt that we are now living in a data-driven world. Gone are the days of the traditional Thought Leader.
Leaders Of Thought are the ones who turn data into compelling stories & actionable insights.
AI makes data retrieval easy, but effectively explaining why it matters…not so much!

“Your perspective matters. As a Leader of Thought (not Thought Leader), you have the power to interpret data and ideas in unique ways. Now it the time to embrace your potential and drive innovation in today’s world. #Leadership #AI #CollectiveIntelligence”

What a wonderful share @rozmorris.bsky.social
I felt like I could hear the whisper of her father in my ear as Judy connected us all with her storytelling.
Humbled!

Adding perspective to your content separates you from just more noise.
Sharing “why it matters” not only helps readers better interpret the topic for themselves, but also builds trust & value for you as well.

4 - time Olympian, cancer survivor & gifted keynote speaker Chaunte Lowe mingles with attendees after her “Make Your Mark” keynote in Miami.
A standing-O followed
#innovateoutloud

I book a lot of speakers for corporate events and find myself explaining the effectiveness of an impactful keynoter as a Leader of Thought - not a Thought Leader.
Stakeholders that don’t want just another 45 minute session of regurgitated noise get this nuisance deeply.

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