In this special episode, host Sannah Vinding revisits a powerful conversation from Episode 100 — where six respected voices in the manufacturing and distribution space answer one deceptively simple question: How do you know if you’re a good leader?

Guests featured in this episode include:

• Don Akery: Chief Executive Officer at Waldom Electronics
• Tobi Cornell: President - Kruvand Associates, Manufacturer's Rep,
• Walter Tobin: CEO/EVP at Electronics Representatives Association (ERA)
• Maryellen Stack; Director of Marketing Communications at Sager Electronics
• Shane Zutz: Vice President of Human Resources at DigiKey
• Rob Brunson: Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Wallace Electronic Sales

Together, they offer honest, experience-driven reflections on what leadership truly looks like.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why great leadership is often measured by the success and growth of your team
• How to foster a culture where people feel safe to fail, learn, and lead
• The subtle, non-verbal signs that reveal whether you’re leading effectively
• How trust, authenticity, and listening are core leadership practices
• Why fear-based leadership damages creativity and motivation
• Practical, real-world strategies for building strong, empowered teams

Listen now and explore what real leadership means in the manufacturing industry.

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