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EPISODE · May 31, 2026 · 21 MIN

The Secret: What Great Leaders Know and Do

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A business book by Ken Blanchard and Mark Miller that explores the fundamental principles of effective leadership. Through a fictional narrative, the authors follow a struggling manager named Debbie Brewster as she undergoes a formal mentoring program with the president of her company. Her mentor introduces the iceberg metaphor, illustrating that while leadership skills are visible, they must be supported by the deeper, hidden foundation of character and intent. The core message is that great leaders serve their teams rather than seeking to be served by them. To simplify these concepts, the book uses the SERVE acronym, beginning with the requirement that a leader must see the future by establishing a compelling vision. This shift in perspective transforms leadership from a position of authority into a lifelong commitment to supporting others.You can listen and download our episodes for free on more than 10 different platforms:https://linktr.ee/book_shelterGet the Book now from Amazon:https://www.amazon.com/Secret-What-Great-Leaders-Know/dp/1626561982?&linkCode=ll2&tag=cvthunderx-20&linkId=ddd27962c380cbc44e201535c90b832e&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlProduced by Podcai Studio:https://www.podcaistudio.com/

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