What You’re Missing To Become A Better Leader - Crispin Thompson and Lily Patrascu

Leadership Strategist Shares What You’re Missing To Become A Better Leader - Crispin Thompson and Lily Patrascu Crispin Thompson is a leadership strategist, coach, and speaker with nearly 30 years of experience guiding professionals to maximize their impact and influence. He explains that becoming a better leader starts with introspection, understanding your strengths and weaknesses, and being open to feedback from mentors, coaches, and the people you lead. Crispin emphasizes overcoming imposter syndrome by recognizing the times others have believed in you and building self-confidence through action rather than just “faking it.” He highlights the importance of communication, focusing on voice, persona, and content to ensure your message is heard, understood, and acted upon. Crispin advises leaders to define their own style, lean into their strengths, and bridge the gap between potential and performance for lasting impact. About The Guest Crispin Thompson is the Founder of The Leadership Studio and a leadership strategist with nearly 30 years of experience driving transformation inside the global technology sector. A former Fortune 100 executive, he built and led cross-functional teams through large-scale digital, financial, and operational change translating high-level strategy into real-world execution that delivered measurable results. Today, Crispin helps leaders close the gap between how they see themselves and how others experience them. Known for his hands-on, people-first approach, he specializes in executive presence, decision-making under pressure, and developing leaders who can guide teams through complexity with clarity and confidence. His work blends operational rigor with human insight, equipping organizations to grow sustainably while strengthening culture and performance. Off the clock, Crispin is a devoted father, enthusiastic traveler, and self-described mediocre golfer, a reminder that leadership, like life, is best practiced with balance and humility. For More Info About Crispin Thompson, visit: Website: https://leadership-studio.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crispinthompson/ Digital portfolio: https://www.guestsonair.com/profile/crispin-thompson Timestamp 00:00 The Hidden Gap in Leadership 00:48 Meet Crispin Thompson Why You Should Listen 02:05 The Number One Thing Leaders Are Missing 04:10 Why Self Awareness Alone Is Not Enough 07:05 How Others Really Experience You as a Leader 10:12 The Cost of Misalignment in Leadership 13:18 Feedback Most Leaders Never Hear 16:40 Building Trust Through Real Alignment 20:05 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership 23:32 Leading Through Change and Uncertainty 27:10 Common Leadership Mistakes Even at the Top 30:45 How to Close the Leadership Gap 34:20 Transforming Teams Through Better Leadership 38:05 Final Advice for Becoming a Better Leader 41:10 Key Takeaways and Closing Thoughts About The Host Lily Patrascu is an ultra-creative book publisher and personal brand strategist for thought leaders, CEOs, luxury influencers. 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