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Sep 2025
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#362: Developing Confidence as a Leader

JOHN MAXWELL
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In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore how leaders can develop confidence in themselves and their abilities. They share insights from Bill Belichick's book, The Art of Winning, which emphasizes the importance of preparation, mastering details, and owning mistakes in building confidence. They also discuss the value of creating challenging scenarios for teams to help them perform under pressure and be ready to respond in real-world situations. Furthermore, they examine the paradox of balancing confidence with humility, noting that while confidence earns followers, humility earns trust. The episode offers practical strategies and a thought-provoking perspective on cultivating authentic confidence as a leader.

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