E53 - Shit Happens: Learning From Mistakes featuring Fred Rutman

How are we doing? Send us a message and let us know what content had impact, and what content may have missed the mark, and why.I’d like to begin this episode by acknowledging the land that I am learning and living on is the traditional un-ceded, un-surrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishnaabeg People.Know what sucks?  Being the leader and making a mistake that affects one, or all, of your team members.  Here’s the thing: Shit happens.As the leader, you are going to make mistakes.  Many of them. Often.  Especially in the beginning.However, I promise you, it can always be worse.I can also promise you that if you remain open to learning from your mistakes, you’ll make them less often.But how can we do learn from our mistakes?In this episode, you’ll hear from Fred Rutman, a former professor who is now unwillingly retired, and who has died, literally, dozens of times.  Fred will be your reminder that shit happens and that it can always be worse.  Fred will talk about his leadership journey and how his personal life experiences have shaped how he chooses to lead.Trench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front is humbled to have been listed in the Top 20 for Best Canadian Leadership-themed podcasts in 2021.Reviews are the best way for us to know what we are doing right, what we are doing wrong, and what we should talk about in the future, so please click on the links below and let us know if this episode was helpful.Support the showTrench Leadership: A Podcast From the Front is humbled to have been named #5 in the Top 20 for Best Canadian Leadership-themed podcasts for 2025.Connect to Trench Leadership:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYnaqOp1UvqTJhATzcizowATrench Leadership Website: www.trenchleadership.caLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/trench-leadership-a-podcast-from-the-front/?viewAsMember=trueAre you looking for a podcast editor/producer? Do you enjoy the quality of the show? The editor of Trench Leadership, Jennifer Lee, is taking new clients. Reach out at https://www.itsalegitbusiness.com.Reviews are the best way for the show to know what is working, what needs improvement, and what to talk about in the future. If you have a topic that you're passionate to hear more about, feel free to reach out at [email protected] to connect and share your ideas.