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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, John Veihmeyer, former global chairman of KPMG, looks back on how he started rising through the ranks at KPMG and why leading with self-awareness and empathy was critical in rebuilding morale. John Veihmeyer also shares valuable lessons in developing resilience in leadership, inspiring a purpose-driven culture in a company, and leading for impact. Some highlights: ● How performing in musicals in high school helped John Veihmeyer later in his career ● Why John recommends aspiring leaders study accounting ● The value of building and nurturing work relationships without expecting anything in return ● How John Veihmeyer became deputy chairman of KPMG, a role he wasn’t ready for but felt responsible to undertake ● The importance of ‘doing the hard thing now and building resilience in leadership ● How John Veihmeyer inspired trust and regain confidence in a demoralized organization ● Why John believes empathy and self-awareness are the two most important leadership traits ● Why you should surround yourself with people that are going to be willing to disagree with you ● Laying bricks vs. building a cathedral: the perspective John Veihmeyer promoted to inspire a purpose-driven culture ● How the KPMG Family For Literacy Program started and its impact Mentioned in this episode: Steve Harlan, former managing partner at KPMG ➡ Listen to Steve Harlan’s Partnering Leadership podcast episode here. Linda Rabbitt, Founder & Chairman of rand Construction ➡ Listen to Linda Rabbitt’s Partnering Leadership podcast episode here. Susan Flynn and Beth Veihmeyer, Co-founders of the KPMG Family For Literacy Program (KFFL) Stephen Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Connect with John Veihmeyer: John Veihmeyer on LinkedIn Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: MahanTavakoli.com More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.com Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn
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