Introduction

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:

1. Don’s philosophy on new managers and why they should know their “altitude.”
2. What winning looks like when you’re in leadership, and why engaging your team in that process is important.
3. The samurai philosophy he uses in leadership training and why ego can sabotage your ability to lead.
4. The reason management theory fails 70-90% of the time and how it can be repaired.
5. How the Viking saga plays into leadership and management, and what’s missing in companies’ cultures and teams.
6. Why Don relates climbing to leadership and the lessons we can take from climbing.
7. The one book he’s written that would help new managers transition into their role.
8. Eric’s lightning round for Don.

Connect with Don Schmincke:

LinkedIn

Saga Leadership

Don’s books

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