I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 130, Curtis Odom talks about a high school counselor, explains what he learned from the best manager he has ever worked with, and advises us on strengthening how we lead.

Prologue

Dr. Curtis Odom is an experienced entrepreneur, business owner, and former Fortune 100 executive. He is an author, teacher, consultant, and coach who motivates, educates, and inspires others to achieve their highest levels of success both professionally and personally. Curtis served in the Navy, navigated various roles in firms and corporations, and now is an Executive Professor of Management at Northeastern University. He also is a member of the Forbes Coaches Council and Distinguished Principal Research Fellow at The Conference Board.

01:49 Part 1: Lighting a Fire

07:34 Part 2: "Working with" Rather than "Working for"

14:32 Part 3: Feedback Is Something You Have to Ask for

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Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR.

⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies)

Episode links

Curtis’ LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter

Curtis’ book, Things I Heard My Professor Say

Admiral Grace Hopper

Gary DePaul’s website⁠

Gary’s books:

   ⁠What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?⁠

   ⁠Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership⁠

   ⁠⁠The 2022 HRBP Report⁠

Lead on!