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Feb 2023
8m 18s

AMA: Can You Be A Shy Leader?

DARREN HARDY LLC
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Today Darren tackles the question of how to be a leader if you are naturally shy. He shares a story of how Doug Conant found a way to stand out and develop his leadership despite his extreme introversion. Learn how anyone, despite their personality, can grow to become a great leader.

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