453) From Thinking to Thriving: Leveraging the Kolbe A Index to Move Past Inaction
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Ever found yourself saying, “I need to think about it”? For many financial leaders, this simple phrase hides a deeper hesitation that keeps them stuck in inaction. Often, this delay stems from overanalyzing or waiting for certainty, which can stall growth, innovation, and much-needed progress. In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, waiting too long to take action can lead to missed opportunities, lost revenue, and stagnation.  In this episode, host James Robert Lay and operations lead Audrey Cannata dig into how the Kolbe A Index reveals each person’s unique “action mode.” They explore how understanding these natural tendencies can help leaders make faster, more confident decisions. Listeners will learn how the Kolbe Index’s insights into fact-finding, quick-starting, and follow-through help teams overcome decision-making blocks, find balance, and take the necessary steps toward growth. Join us as we discuss: -The Four Action Modes of Kolbe (04:13) -Challenges in Financial Industry Decision-Making (07:12) -Practical Tips for Moving from Thinking to Doing (21:11) You can find this episode and many more by subscribing to Banking on Digital Growth on Apple Podcasts, on Spotify, or here.  Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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