EPISODE · Apr 9, 2026 · 10 MIN
S2E32: Leading vs Following
from Ego vs. EQ & You · host Jen Shirkani
Can you truly lead if you don't know how to follow? In this installment of our "Versus" series, Jen is joined by Steve Friedlein to deconstruct the symbiotic relationship between leadership and followership. From the "C-Suite Generalist" to the "Coach vs. Player" analogy, they explore why the best leaders are often the ones willing to step back and let their team take the wheel.In this episode, we discuss:Why "independence" can sometimes be a leadership trap.The Conductor Analogy: Leading without playing the instrument.How to transition from a technical expert to a leadership generalist.Why introverted leaders often have a hidden advantage.The "Boss Baby" dynamic: Leadership in our personal lives.#followership #leadership #interdependence #successionplanning #businessgrowth #professionalgrowth #careeradvice #leadershipmindset #leadershiptips
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