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Today we talk about 2 different angles for starting your leadership journey. Do you start building a foundation by learning about great leaders of history, or do you start by making someone's day better? We're going to review a little of both angles, in this short intro to 2 of my favorite leadership resources.
References to most of what's talked about below
Snapshots of Great Leaders LINK
Kid President (Robby Novak & Brad Montague)
Gandhi
Jobs
- Biography LINK
Merkal
Musk
- Biography LINK
Mayer
- Interview with LINK
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09/28/21 • 14 min
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Common Leaders - Aim for Awesome
Transcript
Hello, and welcome to common leaders. I am your podcast host Trevor, and thank you so much for being here. I am excited to talk with you today and share this space with you. I have a couple of really foundational books that started my path into leadership to talk about today. I'm not going to spend a whole lot of time going into super deep details at this point, but later on, maybe in certainly if you're interested, the links will all be connected in the show notes.
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Aim for Awesome Top Questions Answered
What are two books that shaped the podcast host's path into leadership?
"A Guide to Being Awesome with Kid President" and "Snapshots of Great Leaders".
What does "Snapshots of Great Leaders" explore?
It explores the lives of influential leaders like Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, and Steve Jobs, providing insights into their history, impact, and why people followed them.
What kind of book is "A Guide to Being Awesome with Kid President"?
It is a less formal book that offers ideas and approaches to making a positive difference in people's lives, focusing on improving the lives of those close to you.
How does the host describe the approaches to leadership in the two books?
The host highlights the emphasis on political and social leaders in "Snapshot of Great Leaders" and the philosophy of making others' days better in "A Guide to Being Awesome with Kid President".
What does the host reflect on regarding traditional leadership figures like Steve Jobs and Elon Musk?
The host reflects on the sacrifices and high standards associated with them, acknowledging that most people are not willing to make such sacrifices while still striving for personal improvement.
What does the host encourage listeners to do each day?
The host encourages starting each day with a small win by making someone else feel special, emphasizing the importance of positive interactions and their impact on one's day.
What does the host suggest listeners explore?
The host suggests exploring "A Guide to Being Awesome with Kid President" and "Snapshots of Great Leaders" and shares links to the books and related videos.
How can listeners contribute something positive online?
The host asks listeners to contribute something positive online and encourages them to check out the "Submit a Leader" section on the Common Leaders website to nominate inspiring individuals making a difference in their communities.
What type of leaders are discussed in "Snapshots of Great Leaders"?
Influential leaders like Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, and Steve Jobs are discussed in the book.
Where can listeners nominate inspiring individuals making a difference?
Listeners can nominate inspiring individuals by checking out the "Submit a Leader" section on the Common Leaders website.
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