Jason Brooks Jason Brooks is a member of the Coaching for Leaders Academy and principal of a high school in Los Angeles. Key Points People respond to honesty from a leader. Admitting that you don’t know all the answers helps build bridges and gets your team working together. Deciding what not to do can actually be harder than deciding what to do. Working out a vision for your life can reduce the constant anxiety of wondering whether you’re making the best use of your time. Resources Mentioned Racism in America, with Jason Brooks The Power of Vulnerability, with Brené Brown Related Episodes How to Get the Ideal Team Player, with Patrick Lencioni (episode 301) How to Deal With the Diminishers, with Liz Wiseman (episode 305) How to Create a Vivid Vision, with Cameron Herold (episode 345) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.