Masters of Scale Rapid Response: Live with urgency, w/Bozoma Saint John, former Netflix CMO
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Mar 16, 2023 
Bozoma Saint John, former Netflix CMO and Uber chief brand officer, discusses her diverse corporate journey and the insights from her book, 'The Urgent Life.' She emphasizes the power of authenticity in leadership and the necessity of tapping into one's emotions for effective team guidance. The conversation tackles the importance of vulnerability and self-acceptance, especially as a Black woman in corporate America. Boz advocates for a culture that blends personal experiences with professional growth, urging leaders to embrace their true selves.
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Integrated Authenticity
- Bozoma Saint John was advised to separate her personal and professional social media presence upon joining Netflix.
- She rejected this, believing in integrated authenticity.
Authenticity in Leadership
- Maintaining separate personal and professional identities is unrealistic.
- Honesty and transparency are crucial for modern leaders.
Embrace Urgency and Honesty
- Embrace directness and honesty instead of sugarcoating.
- Don't delay; act with urgency driven by intuition.
