{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5b746c3f6ffab66a4f52c5e0/69865c06ba7d04f1d4352398?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#391) Lessons from 250,000 Trained Leaders | Ashley Herd, Former McKinsey Head of HR","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/5b746c3f6ffab66a4f52c5e0/1770413327974-c03de6f7-5595-4b6e-8758-87edb3d258c3.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Most leaders strive for this praise but are thrown into the deep end - responsible for up to 260 meetings a year and expected to know how to motivate teams, navigate tough conversations, and drive results with little guidance.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is all about becoming leadership. So if you’re trying to step into a new role or even just become a better boss, this episode is for you.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Today’s guest is <a href=\"https://tracking.us.nylas.com/l/3f08509f59f64652a171420c1979c402/14/43eb3814986bad805c33f71a85344ed49582f28c79118c0e624f85271507e3a3?cache_buster=1768941471\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Ashley Herd</a>, former Head of HR North America at McKinsey, <a href=\"https://tracking.us.nylas.com/l/3f08509f59f64652a171420c1979c402/15/f62c62a6d1266e4c49740aabbbfa6214a5864df42ed55719386ddedee4da9a45?cache_buster=1768941471\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">national keynote speaker</a>, and LinkedIn Top Voice who has<strong> trained over 250,000 managers.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>She has a new book coming out tomorrow, February 6th entitled, <a href=\"https://tracking.us.nylas.com/l/3f08509f59f64652a171420c1979c402/16/d4b85e4b7824f09cee24468018e6d4091e068b24997ea411cc6e1d2d8a826e24?cache_buster=1768941471\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Manager Method: A Practical Framework to Lead, Support, and Get Results</a> (February 10, 2026 // Hay House), she helps managers at every level lead with confidence, navigate challenges, build strong teams, and avoid burnout.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Topics we explore in this episode:</strong></p><ul><li>&nbsp;Major challenges that managers face</li><li>Why you should challenge yourself to become a better leader. Shouldn’t real world experience be enough?</li><li>How a career quilt, a collection of career experiences, can shape you as a leader.</li><li>How the <strong>“Pause–Consider–Act” framework </strong>helps managers lead with confidence</li><li>Why<strong> leaders NEED to take time off</strong></li><li>Ways a manager<strong> can stop micromanaging </strong>while keeping accountability high</li><li><strong>How AI can make leaders more human</strong> by improving communication, time management, and connection</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Resources Mentioned</strong></p><ul><li>ORDER ASHLEY’S BOOK, THE MANAGER METHOD: <a href=\"http://managermethod.com/book\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Managermethod.com/book</a></li><li>Connect on LinkedIn with Ashley Herd: <a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyherd/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyherd/</a></li><li>Connect with Chris, the host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw/</li><li>Let’s Eat, Grandma — Resume writing services to help you stand out with clarity and confidence.</li></ul><p><br></p>","author_name":"Let's Eat, Grandma Resume Services"}