Glenn Steiger, Executive Consultant for the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority recounts his ascent from an engineering director to CEO of various utilities, emphasizing respect for all, articulating ambitions, and embracing change. He shares anecdotes, including a lesson learned during a strike, and stresses the importance of people skills, listening, and collaborative change management. Glenn also discusses his personal interests, from sports to movies, and advises graduates to take risks and continuously learn. His personal brand reflects flexibility, honesty, and the wisdom of his father's advice always to pay attention.
Glenn Steiger, Executive Consultant for the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority recounts his ascent from an engineering director to CEO of various utilities, emphasizing respect for all, articulating ambitions, and embracing change. He shares anecdotes, including a lesson learned during a strike, and stresses the importance of people skills, listening, and collaborative change management. Glenn also discusses his personal interests, from sports to movies, and advises graduates to take risks and continuously learn. His personal brand reflects flexibility, honesty, and the wisdom of his father's advice always to pay attention.
Becoming a CEO (00:00:56)
Glenn's journey to becoming a CEO and the lessons learned from his experiences.
First Leadership Role (00:01:19)
Glenn's first leadership role as the director of engineering and operations for a small electric co-op in New Jersey.
Challenges in Leadership Roles (00:03:02)
Glenn's experiences in various leadership roles, including negotiations and managing different types of utilities.
Pursuing Leadership Goals (00:06:05)
Glenn's approach to expressing his aspirations for higher levels of responsibility and the responses received.
Realization of Leadership Responsibility (00:10:55)
The moment when Glenn felt the weight of leadership responsibility as a regional vice president at Jersey Central Power and Light.
Handling Change and Leadership Philosophy (00:14:24)
Glenn's leadership philosophy, emphasizing respect, vision, strength, and honesty, and his views on effective leadership.
Adapting to Change (00:17:38)
The importance of people skills, welcoming change, having a vision, and taking risks in today's professional environment.
Managing Resistance to Change (00:19:22)
Glenn's approach to guiding change by considering diverse perspectives and involving employees in decision-making.
Learning from Mistakes (00:21:28)
Glenn's reflections on rookie moments and lessons learned from mistakes in leadership roles.
Continuous Learning (00:24:25)
Glenn's routine for staying relevant and informed in the industry, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning.
Educating on Industry Trends (00:24:32)
Glenn discusses how he stays updated on industry trends through articles, journals, conferences, and networking.
Taking Calculated Risks (00:25:35)
Glenn shares his approach to making decisions based on industry knowledge and understanding future trends.
Inclusive Decision-Making Process (00:27:23)
Glenn emphasizes the importance of gathering input from various sources before making tough decisions.
Maintaining Physical and Mental Health (00:29:14)
Glenn shares his activities outside of work, such as biking, swimming, and staying active to clear his mind.
Personal Interests and Reflection (00:30:11)
Glenn discusses his favorite movie, song, sports teams, and comfort food, reflecting on his personal preferences.
Life Advice: Be Flexible and Pay Attention (00:32:26)
Glenn's life advice includes being flexible, honest, and continuously moving forward, as well as the importance of paying attention.
Career Advice for Graduates (00:34:54)
Glenn advises graduates to take risks, treat everyone with respect, learn from mistakes, continue learning, and seek mentors.