In this episode of Lead With That, Ren and Allison discuss the climax of the ongoing rivalry between music artists Drake and Kendrick Lamar. After years of alluding to mentions of each other in their music, the feud came to a head when they shifted to air their grievances directly, a common aspect of hip-hop music culture. While both are well known for being influential artists and leaders, their duel has raised questions surrounding the impact of self-expression during times of conflict, especially in the workplace. While there is value in being able to express frustrations freely, this conversation highlights from a leadership perspective, why finding a middle ground through constructive conversations and conflict resolution is the best route to take, especially during tough situations at work.

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