314 How an explorer's mindset helps build leadership character

What makes good character? And how do we discover our character? Doing hard things is a place to start. Finding out what we are capable of and then asking ourselves what else can we do? I call it an explorer's mindset. It's why I take on big challenges - and you can too.  In this solosode I share updates, recommendations and explore the three pillars of kindness, curiosity and courage that we can demonstrate every day in our leadership actions.  Shownotes See more at  http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-character   Key Moments  What Makes Good Character? [00:00:01]  Zoë reflects on previous guests and shares her theory of character, which includes compassion, curiosity, and courage.   Training AI on Ethical Frameworks [00:00:42]  Zoë discusses a start-up that is training an AI assistant on ethical responses using documents like the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.   Personal News and Book Recommendations [00:02:48]  Zoë shares personal news about planning a hiking trip and progress on writing a book, as well as book recommendations including Running Deep by Commodore Peter Scott and Your Leadership Legacy by Lieutenant Colonel Ock McCollough.   Free eBook and Audiobook [00:09:34]  Zoë announces the release of her new book and offers a free eBook and audiobook to Bookish newsletter subscribers.