From Command to Compassion: The Future of Leadership with Isabelle Fortin

In this episode of BizBlend, we dive into the evolution of leadership—from traditional command-and-control structures to human-centered leadership. Our guest, Isabelle Fortin, brings over 30 years of leadership experience spanning both the Royal Canadian Air Force and corporate environments. She shares why leadership training is crucial, how military discipline shaped her leadership style, and why the corporate world often lacks effective leadership training.

Isabelle also discusses behavioral and motivation assessments that help leaders understand their teams better, improve communication, and boost retention. We explore why people don’t leave jobs—they leave bad bosses, and how leaders can shift from managing tasks to truly leading and empowering people. Whether you're a CEO, entrepreneur, or aspiring leader, this episode offers actionable insights into hiring smarter, retaining top talent, and fostering a culture that puts humans first.

About the Guest:

Isabelle Fortin is a leadership consultant, speaker, and host of The Human Leader Live Stream. With a background in the Royal Canadian Air Force, she transitioned to corporate leadership, where she recognized a lack of proper leadership training. She now helps CEOs, HR leaders, and teams improve communication, culture, and retention using innovative behavioral assessment tools.

Key Takeaways:

• Leadership is not about authority—it’s about influence.
• Military leadership training vs. Corporate leadership gaps—why structured training is key.
• Communication is everything—how leaders can improve connection and engagement.
• Why hiring for skills but firing for attitude is a costly mistake.
• Retention strategies that work—how leaders can hire better and fire faster.
• The Dinner Table Effect—how leadership impacts personal and professional lives.

Connect with Isabelle Fortin:

Website: againsttheordinary.org

LinkedIn: Isabelle Fortin (Look for the purple hair!)

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