In Episode 27 of "The Empathic Leader" podcast, Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller returns for a powerful solo episode that every leader, team member, and aspiring changemaker should hear.

This time, she dives deep into the difference between beige flags and red flags in leadership, borrowing a term often used in dating and applying it insightfully to organizational life.

🚩 Red flags are clear warning signs like leaders who weaponize language, resist all forms of critique, or foster manipulative group dynamics.

⚠️ Beige flags, on the other hand, might not seem like a big deal at first but left unchecked, they can quietly erode trust, innovation, and team culture over time.

Dr. Robinson-Winemiller breaks down six key behavioral “flags” she’s seen repeatedly in her work with organizations, including:

1. How leaders handle feedback and critique

2. The language they use (and how they use it)

3. Their approach to generosity vs. scarcity

4. Resistance or fear around change

5. How they use data and analytics

6. And whether they treat people equitably

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► About Dr. Robinson-Winemiller:

What do empathy and a treadmill have in common? Both need action to deliver results.

Quiet quitting. Resenteeism. Post-pandemic stress. AI. Modern leaders face challenges unimaginable in the past, and the pace of change is relentless. The old command-and-control leadership style is obsolete. Leaders today must evolve or risk irrelevance. But leadership now goes beyond dashboards and spreadsheets—so, what’s the answer?

Melissa Robinson-Winemiller is the answer. With over 20 years of leadership experience, two doctorates (including one focused on empathy in leadership), an MBA, and multiple certifications in change management and DEI, she helps leaders achieve greater profits, retention, productivity, and innovation.

Her mission? To elevate leadership through the often-overlooked power of EQ and empathy. As a coach and consultant, Melissa draws on expertise, data-driven insights, and proven results to guide leaders through today’s complexities.

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