This Quote Changed How I Lead—Will It Do the Same for You?—Alan Mclaren | Ep 83

In this episode of Relatable Wisdom, I sat down with Alan McLaren, co-founder of Strata Originals and a seasoned leadership coach with decades of experience helping CEOs build purpose-driven personal brands. But instead of a typical business chat, Alan brought something deeper—a quote he’s lived by for over 40 years: “It’s amazing what you can accomplish when you don’t care who gets the credit.” What followed was an honest, grounded conversation about leadership, ego, personal growth, and how true recognition often comes when you stop chasing it. You’ll leave this episode not just with insight—but with a quiet challenge.Connect with Alan McLaren:Website: strataoriginals.comLinkedIn: Alan McLarenJoin the Newsletter:Get behind-the-scenes insights and wisdom from our guests. Subscribe at relatablewisdom.com/joinChapters:00:00 – What Makes a Great Vision00:45 – Meet Alan McLaren01:03 – The Quote That Shaped a Lifetime02:00 – Leadership Without Ego03:00 – Celebrating Others Authentically05:00 – Why Credit-Seeking Reveals Insecurity06:50 – Generosity of Spirit: A Leadership Core08:00 – Competing with Yourself, Not Others10:00 – Stretch Goals vs. Playing Small11:25 – Always Happy, Never Content13:00 – What Makes a Team Aligned15:00 – Personal Branding Beyond Ego17:00 – Compliance vs. Commitment20:00 – Vision is the Bigger Picture21:15 – Final Words + Where to Find Alan