Leadership is a choice—but what does that really mean? In this episode of the Good Leader Podcast, Ang and Jerrod share three hard-won leadership lessons they learned from failure (so you don’t have to). Let's talk about your leadership mindset, make better decisions, and take responsibility in ways that bring real team growth. Whether you’re leading a company, managing a team, or just looking to develop your leadership skills, you got some actionable takeaways (and a lil' bit of inspiration) to lead smarter, not harder!
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Jerrod: Leadership is a choice—but what does that really mean? If you’ve ever questioned your leadership approach, or felt like you’re learning everything the hard way, trust us—we’ve been there.
Ang: Oh, yeah. And today, we’re diving into three of the biggest leadership lessons we learned from failure. The hard lessons. You know, the ones that stay with you?
Jerrod: Absolutely. These aren’t just lessons for CEOs or managers; they’re for anyone who’s trying to grow, lead, or just work better with people.
Ang: We’re covering how to take responsibility without burning out, the surprising truth about decision-making, and the one thing most leaders completely miss when it comes to team growth.
Jerrod: Plus, we’ll share personal stories—like the time I unintentionally derailed a team project because of unclear expectations. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t pretty, but the lesson has changed how I lead forever.
Ang: Leadership isn’t about perfection; it’s about growth. And in this episode, we’re here to help you learn from our mistakes so you can skip a few of your own.
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Ang: Let’s start with Lesson 1: Leadership isn’t just about making decisions—it’s about making the right decisions, even when they’re tough.
Jerrod: Oh, and I’ve got a story for you on this one. Picture this: I’m leading a team, I’m trying to delegate, but instead of clarity, I end up creating... chaos.
Ang: Oh no... [laughs]
Jerrod: Yeah, chaos. And here’s why it happened: I wasn’t clear about the expectations. We dive into how to avoid that, and trust me, it’s a game-changer.