Today’s episode of Management Development Unlocked features Don Schmincke. Don is a strategic growth advisor, author, and keynote speaker who trains 700 CEOs annually. Eric interviews Don about his leadership books, Don’s samurai philosophy on leadership, and why management theory fails 70-90% of the time.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- Don’s philosophy on new managers and why they should know their “altitude.”
- What winning looks like when you’re in leadership, and why engaging your team in that process is important.
- The samurai philosophy he uses in leadership training and why ego can sabotage your ability to lead.
- The reason management theory fails 70-90% of the time and how it can be repaired.
- How the Viking saga plays into leadership and management, and what’s missing in companies’ cultures and teams.
- Why Don relates climbing to leadership and the lessons we can take from climbing.
- The one book he’s written that would help new managers transition into their role.
- Eric’s lightning round for Don.
Connect with Don Schmincke:
LinkedIn
Saga Leadership
Don’s books
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