The Empathy Edge Carlo Odicino: How People-Centered Leaders Get Big Sh*t Done!
Warning: We're getting a little spicy today! What if caring deeply about your people was actually the fastest way to get big sh*t done?
I’m talking with Carlo Odicino, CEO and Founder of One TEAM Partners, where he helps early-stage companies bring innovations to market without burning out their teams. With more than 24 years of experience in scaling businesses, Carlo knows that psychological safety and empathy aren’t “soft” skills — they’re the drivers of high performance.
Carlo shares how a high school drama teacher first recognized his leadership talent and modeled people-first leadership, shaping how he leads with empathy today. We dive into trust and psychological safety, the natural human tendency to want to learn, and how that builds relationships and trust between leaders and their teams when that trust is there and individuals feel respected and heard. When it comes to getting sh*t done, we discuss and debunk the excuses that leaders use and give practical steps that can be taken now to show you care and get things done.
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Listen in for…
- The surprising question every leader should be asking their team.
- Spotting toxic behaviors that sabotage morale.
- Why some leaders resist people-centered leadership.
- Clarifying your number one priority to keep your team focused, supported, and protected from overwhelm.
"True empathy and caring actually require you to challenge people and raise their standard." — Carlo Odicino
Episode References:
- The Empathy Edge podcast: Bronwyn Saglimbeni: The Art of “No Enemy” Conversations
About Carlo Odicino, CEO and Founder, One TEAM Partners:
Carlo Odicino is the CEO and Founder of One TEAM Partners. He specializes in helping early-stage companies bring their innovations to market without succumbing to the burnout often faced by start-ups. With 24+ years of experience scaling businesses of all sizes, he guides CEOs and leadership teams through complex challenges to achieve extraordinary results. Carlo holds an MBA from the University of Notre Dame and directs high school theater in his spare time. He lives in Costa Mesa, CA, with his wife and two sons.
Connect with Carlo:
One TEAM Partners: https://oneteampartners.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjodicino/
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