In this episode of The Manager Track podcast, host Ramona Shaw welcomes Shawn Stewart, an engineering leader and avid chess player, to explore parallels between chess and effective leadership. Shawn shares how chess principles and plays can enhance our strategic thinking and adaptability, and can even help us navigate office dynamics. He discusses anticipating changes, developing pattern recognition skills, and balancing initiative with patience in decision-making. This episode provides unique perspectives on improving leadership skills and operating at a higher strategic level. Ramona and Shawn's discussion offers practical insights for leaders aiming to think ahead, adapt to changing circumstances, and position their teams for long-term success. Check out this episode to gain valuable insights on elevating your leadership game through the lens of playing chess. Check it out HERE. — RESOURCES MENTIONED — - Learn how to turn your 1-on-1 meetings from time wasters, awkward moments, status updates, or non-existent into your most important and valuable meeting with your directs all week. Access the course and resources here: ramonashaw.com/11 - Have a question or topic you'd like Ramona to address on a future episode? Fill out this form to submit it for her review: https://ramonashaw.com/ama — OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE — - Episode 122 Are You Cut Out to Be a Leader? - Episode 151 Leadership Perspectives with Josh "Atlas" Aultman - Episode 162 4 Areas of Leadership to Develop — WHAT’S NEXT? — Learn more about our leadership development programs, coaching and workshops at archova.org. Grab your copy of Ramona's best-selling book 'The Confident & Competent New Manager: How to Rapidly Rise to Success in Your First Leadership Role': amzn.to/3TuOdcP If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag me @ramona.shaw.leadership or DM me on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/ramona-shaw Are you in your first manager role and don't want to mess it up? Watch our FREE Masterclass and discover the 4 shifts to become a leader people love to work for: www.archova.org/masterclass Don't forget to invest time each week to increase your self-awareness, celebrate your wins, and learn from your mistakes. Your career grows only to the extent that you grow. Grab your Career Journal with leadership exercises and weekly reflections here: ramonashaw.com/shop Love the podcast and haven’t left a review yet? All you have to do is go to ramonashaw.com/itunes and give your honest review. Thanks for your support of this show! * Disclaimer: Shownotes may contain affiliate links. That means that I am awarded a small commission for purchases made through them, at no added cost to you.