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Creating Leaders Of Character!

Creating Leaders Of Character!

By: Dava Flowers & Chief Bob Vásquez
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Dava Flowers and Chief Bob Vásquez share their thoughts on how to create leaders of character based on their very diverse experience and knowledge.© 2026 Creating Leaders Of Character!
Episodes
  • What Would YOU Do?!

    What Would YOU Do?!
    Jun 18 2026

    Chief poses a question to Ms Dava: What would you do if you spotted one of your workers sitting under a tree doing nothing? Throughout the discussion, Chief emphasizes the importance of practicing "empathic curiosity" rather than assuming negative intentions. Ms Dava shares some specific examples from camp that illustrate the situation Chief describes and how to deal with it.
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    30 mins
  • WDEP

    WDEP
    Jun 11 2026

    Chief and Ms Dava discuss Ms Dava's use of WDEP (Wants, Doing, Evaluation, Planning) therapy, a counseling approach developed by William Glasser, in her work with autistic children. Ms Dava shares a specific example of how using the WDEP approach helped her understand a young camper's wants and needs, ultimately leading to a positive resolution. Chief provides feedback on the importance of understanding others' values and wants as a leadership principle, emphasizing the flexibility needed in leadership approaches.

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    25 mins
  • Taking the Initiative

    Taking the Initiative
    May 14 2026

    Chief and Ms Dava discuss the importance of initiative, particularly among followers, and explore ways leaders can encourage and develop this quality. They examine the challenges of instilling initiative, including the need for clear communication, showing rather than telling, and providing opportunities for followers to take action.

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    29 mins
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