Episode #144: CEO Leadership: How to Lead Without Being Your Team’s Friend

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In this episode, I dive into what it really means to lead your team without blurring the lines of friendship. I share some lessons from my own leadership journey, including the mistakes I’ve made and give you a framework for rewarding team members fairly and effectively.

Make sure to bring your paper and pen because this episode is full of actionable tips!

Here are some key points in this episode:


[04:25] The tricky balance between being yourself and stepping fully into your CEO role

[06:43] Why it’s okay and even important to reward high performers, as long as it’s performance-based

[11:34] The 90-day check-in strategy that can help you lead more effectively

[16:00] What types of communication should happen in person vs. team-wide

[19:39] Why sensitive leaders make the best CEOs 

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