EP97: Why You Should Never Underestimate Children (And What That Teaches Us About Leadership)

After dinner with my kids, I got to thinking about something I learned substitute teaching years ago: kids are way smarter than we give them credit for. Every age has a mind that's thinking, learning, analyzing—and we miss out when we dismiss young voices. This applies to the workplace too. From "Stop Work Authority" to servant leadership, I talk about why we need to listen up and down the hierarchy, why veterans shouldn't dismiss new workers, and why new workers shouldn't think they know everything. Age doesn't determine the value of an idea. Let's build a culture where everyone's voice matters. October 22nd, 2025. Blog Post Here.