The High Cost of Doing Business - Putting the "Bad" Kids in Charge

Explore the concept of "bad" leadership skills in this thought-provoking TEDxOldHickory talk by LaTanya Channel. Examine how childhood experiences and current parenting practices can shape adult leadership behaviors in business, nonprofit, and government sectors. Gain insights from Channel's 30+ years of public service experience, including her roles as Director of Economic Development for Nashville and in senior management at the US Small Business Administration. Discover how addressing these leadership issues can lead to more effective and compassionate management practices, drawing parallels between childhood experiences and adult professional behaviors. Learn from Channel's unique perspective, influenced by her upbringing in Washington, DC, and her family's farming background in Southern Maryland.