Leadership Lessons with Lauren Feaster, Sharain Horn, and James Phelps

AALAM Talks

In this episode, we have three powerhouses that will share their gems with us. We have Lauren Feaster, the CEO of Professional Dimensions, James Phelps, the Co-owner of JCP Construction, and Sharain Horn, the Vice President of Well community.

You will gain spot-on insights as they talk about what leadership really is and how to show up as being black and being a leader. Get priceless advice on effectively managing relationships and building a strong network and many more lessons through their experiences and the challenges they faced and overcame as a successful black leader.

You better grab your pen and notepads and get ready for a wisdom-packed episode that will surely encourage and equip you in your leadership journey.

What we talk about:

• Defining leadership
• What it means to be a leader
• Leadership is Influence
• Finding the team’s individual strengths and allowing them to function in it
• Learning to stay the course
• Understanding that leadership is a journey
• “Any position that I want or desire is mine If I want it.”
• Growing within the leadership journey - From managing to leading, being more aware and have a more informed vision, and gaining a broader perspective of the leadership scope
• Great advice on being black and being a leader
• The impact of being black in leadership
• Powerful tips for managing relationships and maintaining a strong network
• Never forgetting where you came from and how far away you have to go
• Leading from every single seat you sit in

What we mention:

• Black History Month
• Professional Dimensions
• JCP Construction
• Well Community (Advocate Aurora Health)

Connect with us:

https://www.aalamilwaukee.org/