Leading Up With Udemy Leadership Lessons from Fortune 500 Executives
Oct 16, 2024
Join former Charles Schwab CEO Dave Pottruck as he shares his wisdom on humility and patience in leadership. He emphasizes leading from the middle, where collaboration thrives and team insights are valued. The discussion also highlights the importance of building a strong learning culture, fostering trust, and nurturing continuous leadership growth. Pottruck’s insights illuminate how effective leaders embrace diversity and prioritize self-awareness to enhance decision-making. This conversation is a treasure trove for anyone looking to lead with impact.
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Lead From The Middle
- Lead from the middle by role modeling desired behaviors and asking questions.
- Empower others to shine and practice humility and patience to earn trust and influence.
Fireside Chat Leadership Anecdote
- David Pottruck created a fireside chat format with co-CEO Chuck to ease his dislike of giving speeches.
- Asking questions on stage helped Chuck shine and built respect for David as a leader.
Culture of Learning Matters
- A culture of learning differentiates companies by valuing workforce growth beyond transactional training.
- Company culture is the leading indicator of employee engagement and overall success.