Take Responsibility: The Leadership Skill That Changes Everything!
Why do the best leaders always take responsibility? In Episode 14 of the Wisdom of Wrench podcast, hosts Kevin Comerford and Amanda Meyer sit down with special guest Ray Dias to uncover why taking ownership is the second of three essential talents every exceptional leader must continue to develop. If you’ve ever struggled with accountability, whether in leadership or in life, this episode will change the way you think about success and failure forever.
This is part two of a powerful three-part series on what exceptional leaders must develop to thrive. If you missed out on part one, you can watch it here: https://youtu.be/7zQBE3FhkHM?si=MqvbWeDA253VFoxZ
Leaders in home services, like HVAC, electrical, sales, or customer service, face a unique challenge: balancing professional goals with personal responsibilities. Learn why taking responsibility is the foundation of professional growth and how it impacts team success and personal development. Hear powerful insights on why blame never solves problems, how leaders can create a culture of accountability, and why owning failures while celebrating team victories is the hallmark of a true leader.
Ray Dias shares actionable advice on inspiring your team, handling mistakes, and evolving from individual contributor to an effective leader. Whether you’re a manager striving to guide a team or a family-focused professional wanting to lead by example, the lessons in this episode are practical and inspiring.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Take Responsibility for Team Success
2:40 - Stop Blaming, Start Leading
6:40 - The “It’s My Fault” Mindset
8:58 - Own Failures, Credit Your Team
13:19 - From Worker to Leader
15:47 - Leadership Lessons from Dining Out
19:45 - Your Team’s Mistakes Are Yours Too
21:34 - Handling Employee Issues the Right Way
25:32 - Feedback that Drives Growth
27:59 - Secrets to Great Leadership
31:25 - Journey from Tech to Manager
33:40 - Courage Creates Better Leaders
37:46 - Serve Others, Lead Better
39:50 - Stop Blame, Solve Problems
44:09 - Lessons from Landon’s Baseball Game
46:20 - Growth Through Setbacks
