Good Inside with Dr. Becky Parenting Is Leadership with Simon Sinek
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Jan 20, 2026 
Simon Sinek, a renowned author and speaker on leadership, joins Dr. Becky to discuss the surprising parallels between parenting and leading teams. They explore the power of asking questions like "Tell me more" to foster connection and engagement at home and work. Simon emphasizes the importance of feedback cultures, encouraging leaders and parents to initiate repairs to build trust. He also highlights how visibility enhances relationships, urging listeners to embrace lifelong learning in both parenting and leadership.
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Parenting As Leadership
- Parenting is a form of leadership and a lifestyle choice, not a single moment.
- Parents are the CEOs of their family and must learn leadership skills over time.
Being Seen Reduces Disengagement
- Workers most often complain they don't feel seen or valued by leaders.
- Feeling noticed or getting a single compliment drastically reduces disengagement.
Ask "Tell Me More" Before Dismissing
- When someone raises a concern, ask “Tell me more” before disagreeing.
- Validating feelings doesn't force you to follow their suggestion.