💕 #MAGICademy S3E3, we had the pleasure to meet @Thomas De Bruyne, an explorer in the emerging space between leadership development, virtual realities, and biometrics.

He discuss how virtual reality & biometrics can radically shift and expand perspectives while biometrics measure such transformation through data of heart, mind, and body, enabling us to develop a deep sense of inner-connection and resilience.

Thomas also emphasizes the importance of psychological safety in creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. Thomas also highlights the role of curiosity and childlike wonder in fostering creativity and innovation.

Story Takeaways

1️⃣ Transformative leadership embraces uncertainty and disruption while adopting a systems-thinking approach. It requires leaders to expand their perspective, viewing organizations as complex, interconnected ecosystems rather than isolated entities. This holistic, adaptive style aims to navigate modern challenges more effectively, fostering resilience and innovation in rapidly changing environments.

2️⃣ Virtual reality cultivates transformative leadership through immersive simulations that engage the "magic" of suspended disbelief. This unique ability to make the unreal feel real allows leaders to fully inhabit complex scenarios and diverse perspectives. By tapping into imagination and emotional engagement, VR accelerates the development of adaptive thinking, systems understanding, and empathy.

3️⃣ Biometrics offer a data-driven approach to measure and cultivate transformative leadership by tracking heart, mind, and body responses. Monitoring biomarkers like heart rate variability, EEG patterns, and physiological stress indicators during VR simulations and daily activities fosters deep inner connection and real-time self-awareness. This enables leaders to identify stress triggers, enhance resilience, and improve emotional regulation.

4️⃣ Thomas’ MAGIC: Retain a childlike sense of wonder while being a connector for innovation.

#TransformativeLeadership, #VirtualReality, #Biometrics, #PsychologicalSafety, #Curiosity, #ChildlikeWonder, #StressManagement,#Resilience

🌼 Conversation Outline

00:00 Meet Thomas the explorer in leadership development

04:31 What is transformative leadership

10:30 How can virtual reality power transformative leadership

13:11 What role does psychological safety play?

16:11 How safety (non-judgement) welcomes curiosity and wonder

22:31 Biometrics and transformative leadership

26:55 Harmonizing transformative leadership with non-negotiable outcomes

32:26 The MAGIC of Thomas De Bruyne

☕ Connect with Our Guest Here

Thomas De Bruyne, whose fascination with human complexity and living systems has shaped his path. From delving into organizational psychology, L&D and leadership coaching to overcoming acute rheumatoid arthritis, Thomas funneled all those experiences in his newly created company: BeInX (pronounced as either 'beinks' or 'Be In X'). BeInX is his platform to guide leaders and teams through emerging tech opportunities to evolve their business, with mindful intention. Inspired by Jiani's infectious spirit of wonder, Thomas is excited to share the sparks that guided him onto this transformative journey.

Website: www.beinx.xyz

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-de-bruyne/

Email: [email protected]

📚 Reference:

Hogan, T.C., Gallagher, S.M., Ousey, N., & Schmitt, R. (2021). The Virtual Transformational Leadership Development Experience: Creating a Classroom of the Future. International Journal of Business and Management Research.

Parra, E., Chicchi Giglioli, I.A., Philip, J., Carrasco-Ribelles, L.A., Marín-Morales, J., & Alcañiz Raya, M. (2021). Combining Virtual Reality and Organizational Neuroscience for Leadership Assessment. Applied Sciences.