Leadership advisor, writer, and candid accountability partner, Karl Bimshas, shares quick reflections on leadership, and interviews other busy professionals, to challenge your perspective, provide inspiration, and give insights to help you manage better and lead well.
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In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl explains that modern leadership requires a balance of kindness and strength, where effective leaders create supportive yet challenging environments by blending decisive action with empathy and compassion. *** In a time when the allure of authoritarianism looms large, "Essays On: Anti-Au…
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390. Sometimes, Leaders Forget to Prepare for Their Success
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5:15In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares how leaders often forget to prepare for success. Here are six ways for new leaders to begin practicing. *** In a time when the allure of authoritarianism looms large, "Essays On: Anti-Authoritarian Leadership" offers a powerful and timely rebuttal. https://www.lulu.com/shop/karl-…
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389. Building Accountability into Leadership
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4:24In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares how effective leadership requires embracing accountability by taking responsibility for successes and failures, setting clear expectations, encouraging open communication, providing regular feedback, and leading by example to build trust and high-performing teams. *** In a time w…
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In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares tips about Service, Integrity, Dignity, and Empathy in leadership. *** In a time when the allure of authoritarianism looms large, "Essays On: Anti-Authoritarian Leadership" offers a powerful and timely rebuttal. https://www.lulu.com/shop/karl-bimshas/essays-on-anti-authoritarian-…
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You are already leading through your actions and words. In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares tips for those who want to lead effectively. *** In a time when the allure of authoritarianism looms large, "Essays On: Anti-Authoritarian Leadership" offers a powerful and timely rebuttal. https://www.lulu.com/shop/karl-bimshas/es…
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386. Weak Leaders Fear Empathy; Strong Leaders Use It
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6:02Some believe empathy makes people weak. In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares how they have a fundamental misunderstanding of leadership. *** In a time when the allure of authoritarianism looms large, "Essays On: Anti-Authoritarian Leadership" offers a powerful and timely rebuttal. https://www.lulu.com/shop/karl-bimshas/ess…
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385. 10 Ways to Hold Your Leader Accountable Without Crying
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6:41Karl shares 10 Ways to Hold Your Leader Accountable Without Crying in this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode. *** In a time when the allure of authoritarianism looms large, "Essays On: Anti-Authoritarian Leadership" offers a powerful and timely rebuttal. https://www.lulu.com/shop/karl-bimshas/essays-on-anti-authoritarian-leadership/paperbac…
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384. Exploring the Concept of a Disposable Journal
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7:19In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, NotebookLM discusses our newest product, “Disposable Journal Weekend Edition.” Disposable Journal Weekend Edition: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/disposable-journal-weekend-edition/ *** In a time when the allure of authoritarianism looms large, "Essays On: Anti-Authoritarian Leadership" offers a…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl briefly shares his thoughts on the feeling of joy returning. In a time when the allure of authoritarianism looms large, "Essays On: Anti-Authoritarian Leadership" offers a powerful and timely rebuttal. https://www.lulu.com/shop/karl-bimshas/essays-on-anti-authoritarian-leadership/paperback/pro…
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382. Three Actions That Will Make You A Stronger Leader
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3:53In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares his thoughts on three often overlooked actions that will make you a stronger leader: Less Ego. More Bravery. Regret Mitigation. *** Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit”: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-When-Want-Quit-professionals/dp/1312485426 Leadership Development R…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares his thoughts around positivity without toxicity. *** Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit”: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-When-Want-Quit-professionals/dp/1312485426 Leadership Development Resources Subscribe to the Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters…
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380. Can America’s Greatness Overcome Its Greed?
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6:24In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares his thoughts about the Fourth of July and whether America’s greatness can overcome its greed. *** Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit”: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-When-Want-Quit-professionals/dp/1312485426 Leadership Development Resources Subscribe to the Newslett…
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379. Be Comfortable and Confident, Not Content and Cocky
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2:48In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares the value of confidence over cockiness in leadership. *** Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit”: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-When-Want-Quit-professionals/dp/1312485426 Leadership Development Resources Subscribe to the Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsle…
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378. Practice Accountability, Not Scapegoating
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3:56In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares how he’s used accountability instead of scapegoating. *** Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit”: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-When-Want-Quit-professionals/dp/1312485426 Leadership Development Resources Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode; We’ve been on hiatus for a while. We’re not back -- but soon. In the meantime, as a thank you for waiting, here is a collection of short essays from “Think Again; Ways to Dismantle Lousy Leadership,” which is part of the Leadership Essays Series by Karl Bimshas. Think Again; Ways to Dismantle Lousy…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, join Karl in exploring the moral imperative of leadership and the challenges of fatigue. In "Humanity First, Leadership's Moral Imperative," Karl emphasizes the importance of decisive leadership in the face of grave injustices such as genocide, apartheid, and ethnic cleansing. In "Leadership and La…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl discusses the value of Purpose-Filled Leadership. *** Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit”: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-When-Want-Quit-professionals/dp/1312485426 Leadership Development Resources Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newslet…
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Busy professionals and leaders who pause to reflect on their passions, values, and sense of purpose become more effective. In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl poses questions to put you in a reflective mood. *** Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit”: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-When-Want-Quit-professionals/d…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl discusses the first chapter of his book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit.” Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit”: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-When-Want-Quit-professionals/dp/1312485426 *** Leadership Development Resources Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: http…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl discusses The 4 Musts from the book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit.” Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay When You Want to Quit”: https://www.amazon.com/Stay-When…
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371. What’s Worse, Executive or AI Hallucinations?
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9:17In this quick Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl runs a thought experiment and examines 14 leadership domains to see who would fare better, a poorly trained executive or AI. Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Order the Latest Book, “How to Stay…
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In this quick Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares 12 questions to learn how much you WANT leadership development. Without the desire, it’s not worth pursing. Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Order the Book, “Welcome to Leadership”: http…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares his thoughts on problems leadership has an impact on and how you can begin leading from where you are. Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Order the Book, “Welcome to Leadership”: https://www.ama…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares a few tips on building a successful team from his book, “Welcome to Leadership.” Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Order Karl’s Latest Book, “Welcome to Leadership”: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares thoughts on leadership popularity, appearance, and accomplishment. Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Order Karl’s Latest Book, “Welcome to Leadership”: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JFG3L1X *** …
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares a few fundamental leadership principles from his book, “Welcome to Leadership.” Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Order Karl’s Latest Book, “Welcome to Leadership”: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares the common challenges busy professionals have in team leadership and a few tips to overcome them. Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Free 3-Part Mini-Course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/ad…
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In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares tips around emotional intelligence. Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Free 3-Part Mini-Course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/adaptability-and-resilience-mini-course/ *** Leadership Developm…
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363. From Me to We: Goal Setting With Your Team
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7:46In this Reflections on Leadership podcast episode, Karl shares how effective leaders get better results with their teams. Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Free 3-Part Mini-Course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/adaptability-and-resilience-mini-course/ …
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362. The Impact of Leadership Styles on Decision-Making
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6:42In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares how your leadership style can impact decision-making. Free 3-Part Mini-Course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/adaptability-and-resilience-mini-course/ Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568…
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361. How to Become Confident and Decisive in Your Decision-Making
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9:09In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares seven ways leaders can become more confident and decisive in their decision-making. Free 3-Part Mini-Course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/adaptability-and-resilience-mini-course/ Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-…
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In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, How were the last 90 days for you? Free 3-Part Mini-Course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/adaptability-and-resilience-mini-course/ Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ *** Leadership Development Re…
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359. 27 Leadership and Management Skills; Which Will You Develop?
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5:04Thanks for your interest in the Reflections on Leadership podcast! Download the 27 Leadership and Management PDF Here: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/downloads/leadership-and-management-clusters/ Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ *** Leadership Developm…
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358. Navigate Five Plot Points of Leadership
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5:35In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Five Plot Points of Leadership Free 3-Part Mini-Course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/adaptability-and-resilience-mini-course/ Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ *** Leadership Development Resour…
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In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Leaders Are Not Exempt From Depression. Disposable Journal: www.disposablejournal.com Free 3-Part Mini-Course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/adaptability-and-resilience-mini-course/ *** Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leader…
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356. Your Adaptability and Resilience Skills
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38:45In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Your Adaptability and Resilience Skills. Free 3-Part Mini-Course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/adaptability-and-resilience-mini-course/ *** Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ GIVE A DAMN: https:…
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355. Use the Hero’s Journey for Your Leadership Journey
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4:51In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Your Leadership Journey. Download Hero’s Journey Template Here: https://karl-bimshas-consuling.ck.page/fb46d402c6 *** Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ GIVE A DAMN: https://www.amazon.com/Give-Damn-…
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354. Effective Leaders Admit Their Mistakes and Make Amends
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2:49In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, How to apologize like an effective leader. *** Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Setting Goals and Vision mini-course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/setting-goals-and-vision-mini-course/ GIVE A …
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353. Your Customers May Not Love You As Much As You Think
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5:22In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Your Customers May Not Love You As Much As You Think *** Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Setting Goals and Vision mini-course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/setting-goals-and-vision-mini-cours…
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352. 12 Positive Attributes of Effective Leaders
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4:54In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares the 12 most common positive leadership attributes that strengthen teams. *** Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Setting Goals and Vision mini-course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/set…
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351. 12 Negative Attributes of Lousy Leaders
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4:48In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares the 12 most common negative leadership attributes that erode teams. *** Subscribe to the Companion Newsletter Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Setting Goals and Vision mini-course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/setting-…
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In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares how to overcome executive inactivity. *** Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Setting Goals and Vision mini-course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/…
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In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares how to manage your vision with goals. *** Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Setting Goals and Vision mini-course: https://www.bimshasconsulting.com/…
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In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares how Karl Bimshas Consulting has adapted the SMART goal into the modern era. Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ GIVE A DAMN: https://www.amazon.com/Gi…
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347. 5 Leadership Lessons from “It’s a Wonderful Life”
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4:55In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares five Leadership Lessons from "It's a Wonderful Life.” GIVE A DAMN: https://www.amazon.com/Give-Damn-How-Lead-Better/dp/1716414555 Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-68820…
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346. Reduce the Allure of Autocratic Leaders
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10:17In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares ways individuals and corporations can reduce autocratic leadership. Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Thanks for being here. Like what you see? Spre…
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345. How To Improve Your Emotional Intelligence
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6:06In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl shares one way to improve your emotional intelligence and asks, When was the last time you thought? Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Thanks for being here…
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344. How Do You Know if Your Leadership Is Any Good?
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5:46In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, Karl asks, How Do You Know if Your Leadership Is Any Good? plus, he shares a humbling Leadership Exercise. Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Thanks for being he…
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In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, “The Kind Modern Leader,” and “Afraid to Lead.” Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Thanks for being here. Like what you see? Spread the word by forwarding this e…
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In this episode of the Reflections on Leadership podcast, 5 Key Leadership Traits, and the Leadership Library. Did you know this podcast has a companion newsletter on LinkedIn? Subscribe Here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/reflections-on-leadership-6882027877588717568/ Thanks for being here. Like what you see? Spread the word by forwarding t…
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