In Part 2, Ed Holder continues his story, detailing his successful entry into federal politics, his time as a Federal Minister, and his eventual return home to serve as Mayor of London, Ontario.
Tag: Leadership
Ed Holder: Building a Leadership Tapestry
When we look at successful people, we often see their professional history as a clean, straight line to the top. But as Ed Holder’s remarkable career shows us, success is anything but linear.
Ysni Semsedini: The Journey of a People-Focused CEO
The Power of a Purpose-Driven Career What does it really take to climb the career ladder and find deep fulfillment in your work? For many of us, the path feels more like a winding road than a straight line. We might start with a specific goal, but along the way, face unexpected turns, challenges, and […]
Ysni Semsedini: The Journey of a People-Focused CEO
Ysni Semsedini didn’t wait for opportunities; he planned his ascent. The CEO of London Hydro joins Greg Schinkel to share his powerful journey from an electrical engineering student to a top executive, outlining the deliberate steps he took to chart his career path and the essential shift every technical expert must make to become a true leader.
Ysni breaks down how he transformed London Hydro’s culture from a “low-cost operator” to a “value creator,” why a leader’s job is to relentlessly remove ambiguity, and how to conquer organizational silos using his “Leads and Ladders” framework.
Whether you’re looking to make the leap into management or lead a company through a period of rapid change, Ysni’s insights on intentional growth, trusting your gut, and putting people first are invaluable.
0:00 | Introduction
3:50 | First Taste of Accountability
11:58 | The Shift from Expert to Leader
18:10 | Navigating Organizational Change & the Value Creator Mindset
21:05 | Combating Silos with the “Leads & Ladders” Framework
23:45 | Relentless Communication
27:00 | Trusting Your Gut and Finding Your “Unique Ability”
30:15 | Your Career is a Tapestry of Experience
Guest: Ysni Semsedini
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ysni-semsedini-4628b076/
Host: Greg Schinkel
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregschinkel/
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Dean Crawford: Leadership Development for Peak Operational Performance
Discover how effective leadership development can accelerate operational performance with Dean Crawford, VP of HR at Aspire MRO. Learn strategies for growth and building high-performing teams.