Today I am joined by my co-host and collaborator, Jackson Best, to take a deep dive into the future of work!   In our conversation together, we are exploring three (out of five) of our must-have qualities that leaders should have as they are leading their organizations, teams, and employees through and beyond the pandemic. More than ever before, we have an opportunity to rethink and rework the old ways of how we operate within organizations. If there has been a silver lining to this pandemic, it is the opportunity to change how we have always done things in the workplace going forward and make real, impactful change.   In this episode, Jackson and I discuss the important mindset shifts and behaviors that leaders need to begin adopting if they want things to change; what leaders can do to move their organizations through and beyond the pandemic; how to lead in a clear-minded, empathetic, and compassionate way; why mental health and consciousness are critical components to communicating with care as a leader; and the essential ingredients for leaders to lead effectively.   And be sure to tune in next week, for part two of this episode as we explore the final two must-haves for leaders!   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today’s episode with Jackson Best. [2:18] Welcoming Jackson back to the podcast! [3:13] More about today’s conversation. [4:24] Jackson and I catch up with one another! [9:26] The 1st must-have for leaders as we come out of the pandemic: leading with mental health and consciousness first. [13:35] How we are seeing leaders modeling behaviors of empathy and compassion. [14:25] What you can do as a leader to expand your awareness and consciousness. [18:38] Surviving vs. Thriving and the impact it has on you and your organization. [20:13] Reading an important quote from Steve Jobs: ‘I began to realize that an intuitive understanding and consciousness was more significant than abstract thinking and intellectual, logical analysis. Intuition is a very powerful thing. More powerful than intellect in my opinion.’ [21:39] Our 2nd must-have for leaders: being decisive. [25:49] The importance of having integrity and accountability as a leader. [26:56] The impact that indecision has on our employees, especially those that are underrepresented. [30:44] Why this is currently a rare opportunity for businesses and leaders to bring in innovative voices. [32:52] Now is the time to address the cracks in your organization as a leader. [36:30] Our 3rd must-have for leaders: communicating with care. [38:26] The art of storytelling and why it is so critical for leaders to master. [39:00] Why effective communication is a signal of respect for your audience. [40:00] Why it is important that the next generation of leaders must be able to assimilate multiple information streams and quickly pivot and adapt their message to the audience. [43:05] Why it is so critical as a leader to be in tune and conscious of what’s going on around you and within you to show up in an authentic, meaningful way. [46:03] The value of apprenticeship. [47:03] Summarizing our three key must-haves. [48:14] Be sure to tune in to the next episode to find out our final two must-haves!   Mentioned in this Episode: A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future, by Daniel H. Pink   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing cons