Leadership is not just about setting direction; it's also about revealing vulnerabilities. In this episode, Ramona and guest, Shawn Stewart, discuss the importance of transparency and vulnerability in leadership.

Shawn Stewart is a highly respected leader with substantial experience in the engineering sector. Currently holding the title of VP of Engineering at EcoCart, Shawn has spent over two decades mentoring, coaching, and leading in various capacities. Known for his people-first leadership style and critical thinking, Shawn is known for fostering environments of trust, collaboration, and shared success within his teams.

This conversation offers a playbook for new leaders aiming to establish themselves as trusted, competent managers.

A quick quote from the conversation: "High trust groups simply move faster and if you're in a group that feels slow, that tends to be a signal that you don't have high trust."

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