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📌 How Learn It CEO Damon Lembi Builds Better Leaders Through Learning Culture

Apr 14, 2025

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Learn It CEO Damon Lembi shares his powerful journey from athlete to entrepreneur and how he leads one of the most impactful live learning platforms in the business world. If you’re looking to level up your leadership, build a stronger team, or navigate professional change, this episode is packed with insight.

In this episode of our entrepreneurship journey podcast, Damon discusses how learnit evolved from a small idea to a transformative force in corporate training solutions. You'll learn why a strong learning culture is essential, especially in today’s fast-moving world of artificial intelligence, and how to equip your team with critical soft skills for managers like emotional intelligence, accountability, and coaching.

Whether you're dealing with imposter syndrome in leadership, transitioning careers, or seeking leadership coaching to unlock your potential, Damon offers a roadmap. His framework—grounded in humility, curiosity, and accountability—resonates with modern professionals looking to grow.

You'll also hear how athletes turned entrepreneurs like Damon successfully shift mindsets, how the learn it all leader approach beats being a know-it-all, and how embracing tools like AI can give you a competitive edge.

🔑 This episode is for founders, rising managers, HR pros, and anyone looking to invest in leadership skills and adopt a professional growth mindset.

00:00 – Intro: Meet Learn It CEO Damon Lembi01:05 – From baseball to business: Damon’s early journey03:15 – What Learnit does and who they serve05:00 – How to build a learning culture inside any organization06:40 – Know-it-all vs. Learn-it-all: Damon’s 5 key leadership traits08:25 – The truth about imposter syndrome & how Damon overcame it11:00 – Career pivots: Should you go all-in or have a backup?13:40 – Leading with curiosity in the age of AI15:10 – Advice for professionals embracing AI in leadership17:00 – How to connect with Damon & try a Learnit class free

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