The Deep End EP 9: Building Leaders

The Deep End EP 9: Building Leaders

Author: Michael Vespa November 22, 2019 Duration: 1:00:40

Building Leaders, 

This topic is coming more to the forefront of a lot of thought and training in many industries. We are starting to see a huge shift and swing toward employees and growing teams through nurturing cultures and people but this can be a tough road as a leader.

So how do we navigate that and make a lasting impact on our people while still trying to grow ourselves?

Welcome, Dr. Cara Miller! In this episode, we dive into growing as a leader.

For More info on working with Dr. Miller, you can find info on here organization HERE


Dr. Miller is an author, professor, coach, and consultant in the fields of leadership formation, organizational change, the psychology of adult development and learning. She received an MDiv from Princeton Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. from the University of San Diego. Dr. Miller draws on developmental psychology to coach senior leaders in many contexts (individuals, partnerships, teams, boards) and utilizes adaptive leadership theory to consult to organizations from diverse industries engaging in change efforts (military, higher education, finance, ministry, manufacturing). She orchestrates the application of innovative organizational theory and methods to inform the architecture, governance, leadership development, performance strategies, and review processes for companies seeking alignment between their people strategy and their financial strategy. Clients experience Cara as:

- an insightful, compassionate, and steady coach

- a lively, interactive, and fun facilitator

- an artistic, dynamic, and complex organizational architect of human capital


Hosted by Michael Vespa, The Deep End is a personal audio space dedicated to the ongoing project of becoming a better person. This isn't about grand theories or abstract advice; it's a grounded, weekly and monthly conversation that wades into the real stuff of everyday life. You'll hear honest reflections on setting meaningful goals, navigating personal health, and the complexities of relationships. The discussions are intentionally uncomplicated and open, mirroring the process of figuring things out as they happen. Michael frames his journey through the specific roles he occupies-as a man, a husband, a father, and a friend-offering a relatable lens for anyone engaged in their own growth. Tuning into this podcast feels less like attending a lecture and more like overhearing a thoughtful, ongoing dialogue with oneself. It’s for those who appreciate candid talk about the continuous effort to improve, understanding that the most profound lessons often come from simply diving into the deep end of our own experiences.
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