The Failure Gap

A Conversation With Bruce Siegel, Managing Partner at Karrikins Group


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At Karrikins Group, we work alongside leaders to close the gap between great ideas and real results by combining business expertise with social science to help teams align on how to deliver together - driving better outcomes and stronger connections.

In this conversation, Bruce Siegel shares his journey through various leadership roles and the importance of navigating the space between agreement and alignment in organizations. He discusses the significance of a beginner's mindset, the challenges of business development, and the trade-offs leaders face in decision-making. Bruce emphasizes the need for alignment in organizations, overcoming ego, and the value of followership. He provides strategies for moving from agreement to alignment and highlights the importance of creating deeper connections within communities.

Episode Takeaways

  • Mindset shifts are crucial for personal and professional development.
  • Business development is essential for success in professional services.
  • A big trade-off in leadership is autonomy versus collaboration.
  • Alignment in organizations is often confused with agreement.
  • Ego can hinder effective leadership, you need to create a culture of openness.
  • Building deeper connections within communities enhances personal fulfillment.

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If you would like to connect with Bruce outside of this episode, connect with him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brucesiegel/

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The Failure GapBy Julie Williamson, Ph.D.