Your Leadership Is Slipping — And Multitasking Is Why
Most leaders believe multitasking makes them more productive.
Research suggests the opposite.
In this episode of Lead Smarter, David Kent speaks with leadership strategist Michael de Lisser about the hidden performance costs of multitasking — and why focus, communication, and self-awareness are the real leadership accelerators.
Michael has coached over 500 senior leaders and designed leadership programs for organizations across industries. His work focuses on helping executives strengthen emotional intelligence, communication habits, and leadership effectiveness.
In this conversation, we discuss:
• Why multitasking reduces focus and memory
• The communication skills executives often neglect
• The “Leadership Core Four” that drives performance
• How ego and blind spots slow leadership growth
• Practical ways leaders can retrain their habits
If you lead teams or organizations in a world of constant distraction, this episode will challenge how you think about focus and leadership.
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About Michael de Lisser:
Michael de Lisser is a leadership strategist with more than 25 years of experience designing leadership development programs and coaching senior executives across industries, including healthcare, technology, manufacturing, and government. He has created over 100 custom leadership programs and coached more than 500 leaders, helping them strengthen emotional intelligence, communication skills, and leadership effectiveness. Michael is the co-founder of de Lisser Leadership Consulting and the author of Leadership Accelerators, a book focused on practical communication skills that drive stronger leadership and results.
📘 If you want to read Michael's book, Leadership Accelerators, head to: https://bit.ly/LeadershipAccelerators
🎙️ Learn more from Michael's other featured podcasts: https://www.youtube.com/@UCoqVV5QCKzadJNEIP85WsGQ
🌐 To stay up to date with all of Michael's work, head over to: https://www.delisserconsulting.com/
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About the Host
David Kent is the host of The Lead Smarter Podcast, where he has honest, grounded conversations with leaders shaping the future of work, leadership, and organizational growth.
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