

Common Threads Among Great Leaders with Brad Lomenick
16 snips Aug 26, 2025
Brad Lomenick, former Catalyst president and leadership coach, dives into what makes a leader worth following. He shares the H3 Leadership principles of humility, hunger, and hustle, stressing the importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Lomenick encourages young leaders to seek authentic relationships over superficial networking. He reflects on mentorship's transformative power and the necessity of embracing one’s weaknesses as a strength, all while emphasizing genuine connections and collaborative growth within communities.
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From Head Wrangler To Leadership
- Brad's first notable leadership role was head wrangler at a Colorado guest ranch where he led guests and managed livestock.
- That ranch connected him to influential people and redirected his career toward leadership work.
Get Around The Right People
- Identify leaders you admire and intentionally pursue proximity to them, even if it means interning or working for free.
- Do the hard work and hustle in season to earn opportunities and mentorship.
Humility Begins With Self-Awareness
- True humility in leadership starts with deep self-awareness and leading yourself first.
- Self-awareness builds trust and contentment because leaders know their calling and limits.