The Best Leadership Tips from Broadway

by Megan Castles-Peery

What’s your favorite way to grow as a leader? Maybe it’s reading John Maxwell, listening to the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast, or participating in local networking groups. But have you ever thought about Broadway musicals? Before I started my career at State Farm, my true passion was performing. As I’ve built my career and business, I’ve realized Broadway is packed with leadership lessons.

Here are some of the most powerful (and fun!) leadership tips straight from Broadway musicals:

You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown – My New Philosophy: Set a clear, consistent, concise vision.

Setting a vision can feel overwhelming. First, you must fully understand your own vision. That means having a focused, clear point of view. Then, when you share your vision with others, they need that same clarity and consistency. If you’re a big-picture dreamer, don’t worry! Your vision can be built upon, one piece and plan at a time.

Hamilton – Aaron Burr, Sir: Know when to speak up and when to listen.

Leadership can be loud, bright, and glamorous but it’s equally quiet, still, strategic. Learning when to speak and when to listen adds depth to your leadership style. It helps you grow, develop and creates a calm atmosphere. 

Hello, Dolly! – I Put My Hand In: Focus on what you can do for others, not what others can do for you.

Your motives and mindset are the foundation of who you are as a leader. A woman who leads with the focus of connecting, serving, and supporting others is a woman who succeeds AND who helps those around her succeed.

Legally Blonde – So Much Better: Resilience is nonnegotiable.

Leadership, like life, is messy and imperfect. The strength of resilience is what helps you push through tough times. That earned grit? It’s one of the most beautiful parts of being a leader.

Wicked – Defying Gravity: Be brave even when things are going well.

We all know “big risk, big reward,” but bravery is just as important when things are going smoothly. Courage helps you elevate, take things from good to great, inspire your team, and reinvent yourself and your organization.

Leadership is influence in everything you do from home, friendships, and career to volunteer work, hobbies, community, and everything in between. It’s an ever-evolving practice, and leadership skills can be found in all parts of life. In the theater, we say “break a leg” for good luck. So… “break a leg” using these tips to shine as a leader!

To connect with Megan for your insurance needs or just because she’s a smart badass, reach out to her at:

Megan Castles-Peery | Megan@InsuranceTaylorMade.com 

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