DarrenDaily On-Demand Your Team's Secret They Won't Tell You––And How to Get Them To
Sep 18, 2025
Darren Hardy explores a pivotal shift in leadership dynamics, drawing insights from General Stanley McChrystal. As experience becomes less relevant, leaders must embrace the concept of reverse mentoring. They should prioritize listening and transparency, tapping into the wisdom of their teams. It's a refreshing take on leadership that emphasizes collaboration and frontline input. Discover practical ways to capture these insights and reinvigorate your approach to guiding your team.
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Expertise Has Inverted In Organizations
- Modern leadership has inverted expertise: front-line people now hold far more current information than top leaders.
- Leaders must accept they're often the least informed and adjust by listening and learning from the front lines.
Ranger's 9/11 Response Reveals A Generational Gap
- McChrystal recounts asking a young ranger where he was on 9-11 and learning the ranger was in sixth grade.
- That moment illustrated generational and technological shifts that left senior leaders behind.
Start Reverse Mentoring Today
- Do practice reverse mentoring by actively seeking input and learning from lower ranks and front-line staff.
- Do shift from telling to facilitating: ask questions, remove obstacles, and provide resources for execution.