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Mar 2021
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100: The Power of the Vulnerable Leader

Greg Rice
About this episode

Welcome to the 100th episode of The Art of Communication! In this solo episode, I’m going to talk about a topic that is near and dear to me: Vulnerability. As leaders, we can leverage this vulnerability to teach our team to be more effective and how to show up even in situations where success is not guaranteed. It may be uncomfortable at first, but we should remember that it is never a sign of weakness. 

Vulnerability is a sign of strength. Being vulnerable means being strong enough to recognize what you need help with. It means being strong enough to share your struggles with others. It means admitting to yourself and to the world that you are not perfect, and it’s okay. Now, are you curious to know how to use your vulnerability as a leader? 

Tune in! Let’s listen to this episode and learn the power of the vulnerable leader!  

In this Episode:

[00:01 - 01:21] Opening Segment

  • I introduce our topic for today

[01:22 - 06:03] Like Rocket Fuel 

  • Vulnerability in a professional setting
  • How to do it? 
  • Here are the fascinating results of a study from Stony Brook University 
  • Vulnerability is uncomfortable and viewed as a weakness
  • How to overcome this?

[06:04- 11:22] How to be Vulnerable Effectively 

  • Self-awareness can help us be more vulnerable
  • Embrace and share your truth 
  • Own your mistake 
  • Don’t be afraid to apologize 
  • It’s okay to not be perfect 
  • Seek feedback from your team 
  • Try new things you’ve never done before 
  • Build a culture of vulnerability 


[11:23 - 14:09] Closing Segment

  • What vulnerable is NOT
  • Set boundaries 
  • Reflect on yourself now 
  • Final words from me


Tweetable Quotes:

“Vulnerability is like rocket fuel for building stronger relationships regardless of the context whether we are talking personal or professional.” - Greg Rice

“You have to be more interested in understanding reality than being right or feeling good.” - Greg Rice



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