Season 6: The Trap of "Good" Leadership

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Season 6"Most of what we call management consists of making it difficult for people to get their work done." — Peter DruckerAre you hitting a ceiling in your influence despite your technical brilliance? In this episode, Damion Lowe breaks down why "good" leadership is often the enemy of exceptional impact. Using the real-world story of a project recovery at LAX that was 18 months behind schedule, Damion explains the "Subtraction over Addition" principle. Learn how to identify the mental short-circuits that kill team momentum and why your management "autopilot" might be your greatest obstacle.If you are enjoying this podcast, here’s where to go next.Explore the Lowe to Lead Leadership Ecosystem:📄 ⁠⁠⁠Download Free Leadership Field Guide⁠⁠⁠: shifts that separate average from exceptional leaders🌐 ⁠⁠⁠Lowe to Lead Website⁠⁠⁠: articles and deeper thinking on leadership perspectives🎙️ ⁠⁠⁠Collaborative Leadership Podcast⁠⁠⁠: deeper conversations on real leadership challenges▶️⁠⁠⁠ YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠: short, practical breakdowns you can apply immediately📘 ⁠⁠⁠From Good to Exceptional (Book)⁠⁠⁠: a complete system for rewiring how you leadPlease follow this show on Spotify. It really helps!

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Season 6"Most of what we call management consists of making it difficult for people to get their work done." — Peter DruckerAre you hitting a ceiling in your influence despite your technical brilliance? In this episode, Damion Lowe breaks down why...

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