EPISODE · Aug 6, 2025 · 43 MIN
From Microsoft to Intuit: Leadership Lessons from Tech Executive Eric Charran
from Intentional Leader Podcast · host Podgo
In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson talks with Eric Charran—technology executive, author, and leadership thinker—about his journey from coding at Microsoft to leading high-performing teams at Intuit. Eric shares lessons learned the hard way, including why being a great individual contributor doesn't always make you ready to manage others. You'll hear how he transformed painful leadership experiences into his new book, Have You Ever Had a Boss That…?, which identifies 9 toxic leadership archetypes like the Firefighter and the Attack Sub. Learn how to lead up, lead yourself, and avoid becoming the very leader you once struggled under. If you’ve ever had a bad boss—or been one—this episode is a must-listen. Don't forget to subscribe for more real leadership conversations!www.renogize.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ericcharran/instagram.com/@itsericcharran/https://www.amazon.com/Have-Ever-Boss-That-Dysfunctional/dp/1637427700 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In this episode of The Intentional Leader Podcast, Sean Olson talks with Eric Charran—technology executive, author, and leadership thinker—about his journey from coding at Microsoft to leading high-performing teams at Intuit. Eric shares lessons learned the hard way, including why being a great individual contributor doesn't always make you ready to manage others. You'll hear how he transformed painful leadership experiences into his new book, Have You Ever Had a Boss That…?, which identifies 9 toxic leadership archetypes like the Firefighter and the Attack Sub. Learn how to lead up, lead yourself, and avoid becoming the very leader you once struggled under. If you’ve ever had a bad boss—or been one—this episode is a must-listen. Don't forget to subscribe for more real leadership conversations!www.renogize.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ericcharran/instagram.com/@itsericcharran/https://www.amazon.com/Have-Ever-Boss-That-Dysfunctional/dp/1637427700
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