The Strength of Human Connection in Leadership with Amanda Lindhout

On this episode of the Leadership Standard, Amanda Lindhout shares her profound journey of resilience and recovery. Amanda was kidnapped at gunpoint in Somalia and held hostage for 460 days. That experience, and the PTSD which followed, set into motion her healing, growth and transformation. Today, her fresh perspective on navigating challenges inspires audiences around the world to look for what is emerging from the ashes in times of personal and professional crisis. An unparalleled voice on the topics of resilience, extraordinary mindset and transformation, she has delivered over 500 keynotes in 28 countries for some of the biggest companies in the world. Her insights serve as a beacon of hope and guidance for leaders facing challenges in their own lives. TEC Canada is where the brightest minds in leadership gather. Learn how membership supports growth-minded executives: https://bit.ly/3INwmxq Connect with Amanda Lindhout at https://amandalindhout.com/ Read her remarkably moving memoir: A House in the Sky: https://www.amazon.com/House-Sky-Memo... Connect with ‪@JamieMasonCohen‬ at https://jamiemasoncohen.com/ Chapters: 00:00 The Power of Human Connection 01:07 Resilience Through Adversity 02:44 Mindset and Gratitude in Captivity 11:33 Finding Hope in Isolation 14:48 Navigating Loneliness as a Leader 19:21 The Strength of Vulnerability 23:14 Becoming Your Own Caretaker 26:41 The Role of Mentorship 28:59 Commitment to Continuous Growth 33:56 Final Thoughts on Leadership and Resilience ABOUT THE LEADERSHIP STANDARD PODCAST The Leadership Standard, hosted by TEC Canada speaker and leadership development and resilience expert Jamie Mason Cohen, features in-depth conversations with subject matter experts all across the business spectrum. Featuring thought leadership and actionable insights to challenge your assumptions—and inspiring stories of business triumphs, struggles, and perseverance that provide a motivational push—every episode of The Leadership Standard is a revealing discussion about the life of business and the business of life.