

How to Work with Anyone Even the Difficult Ones with Ryan Leak
39 snips Aug 19, 2025
In a compelling discussion, Ryan Leak, a best-selling author and executive coach, shares his journey of reframing failure into a pathway to success. He emphasizes that playing it safe limits growth, and real breakthroughs often come from risk-taking. Ryan encourages embracing setbacks as crucial learning moments and highlights the importance of silencing your inner critic. His candid anecdotes showcase how vulnerability can lead to unforeseen opportunities, challenging listeners to redefine winning and understand that courage must precede confidence.
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We're All Somebody's 'Idiot'
- We are all somebody's idiot, so humility improves relationships.
- Calling others 'toxic' avoids owning that we also cause friction.
Stay Curious About Different Paces
- Remain curious about colleagues who work at a different pace than you.
- Look for the blessing in their tempo and balance speed with attention to detail.
Open With Intent To Make It Work
- Have direct, honest conversations that state your intent to make the relationship thrive.
- Ask what you need to do and what they need from you before deciding next steps.