347 - Leading People, Not Just Tasks with Brittini Johnson *GLS Special*
Updated: Oct 21
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Leadership can make it easy to focus on the goals, the deadlines, and the work that needs to get done. But when you get so focused on the task that you stop noticing the people, you can miss one of the most important parts of leadership.
In this episode of UNITED State of Women, Julie Deem welcomes Brittini Johnson to the show. Recorded at the 2026 Global Leadership Summit Brittini shares what it looks like to lead people, not just tasks. She also opens up about a leadership lesson that taught her why being great at one job does not automatically mean someone is ready or wants to step into another.
What You Will Learn:
Why leadership is about more than accomplishing goals and completing tasks.
How weekly check-ins can create safety, trust, and understanding within a team.
Why leaders should consider a person’s capacity, personality, and desire before moving them into a new role.
How giving people opportunities to facilitate and lead can build confidence.
Why celebrating someone’s growth can help them recognize what they are capable of.
How to avoid assuming that someone wants to move up simply because they are successful in their current role.
Why every person on a team has influence, regardless of their title.
How leaders can use their influence to create a culture where people feel supported and able to grow.
Why stepping back from tasks and learning more about your people can make you a more effective leader.
FAQ:
What does effective leadership look like?
Effective leadership involves more than directing people toward goals. It includes understanding the people you lead, supporting their growth, creating an environment where they feel safe to communicate, and modeling the behavior and culture you want to see.
How can leaders build confidence in their team?
Leaders can build confidence by giving team members opportunities to lead, allowing them to practice new skills, recognizing their accomplishments, and helping them see abilities in themselves that they may not recognize yet.
How can leaders help employees grow?
Leaders can help employees grow by having regular conversations about their goals, interests, capacity, and development. Giving people opportunities to take on new responsibilities can also help them discover their strengths.
Thank you Crossroads for hosting Global Leadership Summit in Kokomo and for inviting UNITED State of Women to record live at the conference!!
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