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EPISODE · Mar 11, 2025 · 34 MIN

How to Avoid a Leadership Train Wreck

from The Leadership Growth Podcast · host Daniel & Peter Stewart

“The cool thing about leadership is that your customers are right there,” says today’s guest, Phil Wilson.Phil is the CEO of LRI Consulting Services, Inc., and founder of Approachable Leadership. He’s the author of seven books, including the forthcoming The Leader-Shift Playbook: 4 Simple Changes to Score Big and Unleash Your Team’s Potential.In this conversation with Daniel and Peter, Phil shares some powerful insights about leadership from the perspective of a consultant and a leader–including the lessons he learned from atop Mt. Stupid.Tune in to learn:Three signs of an approaching leadership trainwreckWhy imposter syndrome can be helpful for leadership growthThe four beliefs leaders need to deliver resultsPlus, Daniel, Peter, and Phil share some memories about growing up in the family business.In this episode:2:09 – Memory Lane5:26 – Topic: How to Avoid a Leadership Train Wreck13:18 – Imposter Syndrome vs. the Dunning-Kruger Effect16:10 – The Four Beliefs20:28 – The View from Mt. Stupid26:45 – The Hero Assumption32:04 – Lightning RoundLRI Consulting Services, Inc.The Leader-Shift Playbook: 4 Simple Changes to Score Big and Unleash Your Team’s PotentialThe Dunning-Kruger Effect (Mount Stupid)Imposter SyndromeReal-life “Batman” Daniel Kish Demonstrates Human Echolocation (YouTube)Stewart Leadership Insights and Resources:How Most People Become Leaders (Video)Develop Your Managers by Focusing on These 8 SkillsetsStart Training on These 6 Essential Skills for Managers4 Ways to Encourage a Growth Mindset Culture7 Mindset Shifts that Will Make You a Great Manager6 Tips for Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace3 Human Needs to Retain Every Employee52 Leadership Gems: Practical and Quick Insights for Leading OthersIf you liked this episode, please share it with a friend or colleague, or, better yet, leave a review to help other listeners find our show, and remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode. For more great content or to learn about how Stewart Leadership can help you grow your ability to lead effectively, please visit stewartleadership.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube. 

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