Brad Richardson is a consultant, speaker, and community builder with a diverse background that includes a career as an IT director and a touring musician.
He is passionate about improving mid-management practices and creating more
empathetic workplaces. Brad is working on initiatives like
‘The Silent Revolution’ and ‘The Corporate Interface’ to help businesses
apply innovative principles across their organizations and improve employee
experiences.
How can IT leaders create more empathetic and effective workplaces? In this episode, Brad Richardson- consultant, speaker, and community builder with a diverse background that includes a career as an IT director and a touring musician- shares his unique perspective on leadership that emphasizes empathy, transparency, and employee development. Brad discusses his “Silent Revolution” initiative to improve mid-management, the importance of advocating for technical needs, and how his experiences as a touring musician have shaped his approach to IT leadership.
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“Don’t fear new perspectives; technology evolves faster than tradition.”
02:03 – Brad explains his “Silent Revolution” initiative
07:55 – Discussion on different types of IT leaders
13:49 – Brad shares his personal story and the importance of empathy
20:37 – Brad’s career progression and leadership development
28:05 – Core values in leadership and the importance of honesty
34:57 – The importance of developing employees and handling reductions
40:59 – Brad’s experience as a touring musician
42:22 – Advice for upcoming IT leaders
