Success Story with Scott D. Clary Lessons - Bad Leadership vs Good Leadership - The Truth | Alain Hunkins - Fortune 100 Advisor
Sep 3, 2025
Alain Hunkins, a Fortune 100 advisor and leadership expert, shares invaluable insights on the stark contrasts between bad and great leadership. He highlights the pitfalls of outdated command-and-control management styles, demonstrating how they stifle motivation. Alain illustrates the transformative power of adopting a people-centered approach that enhances both performance and culture. He also discusses the necessity of self-awareness in leadership evolution and provides practical strategies for effectively managing up in organizations.
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Transformation Of A District Manager
- Matt was a district manager who went from rank 84 to number 1 by changing how he led his stores.
- He stopped fixing problems and started building relationships then co-created solutions with staff.
Present Data, Ask For Solutions
- When you present metrics, ask your team: 'What do you think we should do?' to invite collaboration.
- Co-create a game plan instead of issuing directives to increase ownership and follow-through.
People-First Improves Performance
- Focusing on people rather than metrics produces better results and less stress for leaders.
- Engaging staff first changes outcomes more sustainably than chasing numbers alone.