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EPISODE · Apr 14, 2026 · 27 MIN

From “Good” to Exceptional Leadership | Featuring David Grossman

from Deliberate Leaders Podcast with Allison Dunn · host Allison Dunn, Deliberate Directions

In today’s environment, leadership requires more than results. It requires connection, clarity, and the ability to lead people through constant change. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “good” leadership is a hidden liability What employees are really thinking but not saying The six differentiators of exceptional leaders Why Heart skills are critical in today’s workplace How leaders unintentionally create distance by “wearing armor” What it looks like to lead with authenticity and clarity Simple, practical actions you can implement this week Learn more from David Grossman: 📘 Book + resources:https://www.yourthoughtpartner.com/heart-work-modern-leadership?utm_source=deliberateleaderspodcast&utm_medium=pr_podcast&utm_campaign=heartworkbooklaunch 📊 Research study:https://www.yourthoughtpartner.com/hubfs/Heart%20Work%20Modern%20Leadership%20Book/Bonus_Gifts/Bonus%20Gift_The_Grossman_Group_Harris_Poll_Study_Exceptional%20Leadership_v.4_FINAL.pdf?utm_source=deliberateleaderspodcast&utm_medium=pr_podcast&utm_campaign=heartworkbooklaunch 🎤 Speaking & leadership insights:https://www.yourthoughtpartner.com/leadership-speaker?utm_source=deliberateleaderspodcast&utm_medium=pr_podcast&utm_campaign=heartworkbooklaunch 📝 Blog:https://www.yourthoughtpartner.com/blog?utm_source=deliberateleaderspodcast&utm_medium=pr_podcast&utm_campaign=heartworkbooklaunch 🔗 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidgrossmanaprabc/ Think First

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What if being a “good” leader is actually your biggest risk? In this episode, Allison Dunn sits down with David Grossman to explore what today’s workforce truly needs from leaders. Backed by research from over 2,000 employees, David shares why “good” leadership falls short in times of uncertainty and what it takes to become exceptional. This conversation unpacks the six differentiators of exceptional leaders, the rise of “Heart skills,” and how leaders can build trust, engagement, and performance without overcomplicating their approach.

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