In this conversation, Phillip Gregory McKibbins shares his transformative journey from being an introvert to becoming a confident leader. He discusses the importance of mentorship, the challenges of overcoming fear, and the role of faith in his life. Through personal anecdotes, he illustrates how social skills and humility are essential for success in leadership, especially in the technology sector. Phillip emphasizes that true leadership involves serving others and being present in challenging situations, drawing on experiences from his past, including his time in the Navy and his long-lasting marriage.

Takeaways

• Phillip shares his struggle with being an introvert.

• He learned to embrace feedback from tough customers.

• Mentorship played a crucial role in his development.

• Social skills are essential for technologists.

• He emphasizes the importance of being humble and serving others.

• Fear can be redefined as false evidence appearing real.

• Leadership is about being present and supportive.

• Building confidence comes from facing fears head-on.
• Faith has been a guiding force in his life.
• Personal relationships are foundational to success.

Chapters

00:00 Aligning Technology with Business Goals

01:04 Overcoming Social Anxiety

06:17 Embracing Discomfort in Social Situations

16:06 Confidence in Leadership

21:38 Faith and Relationships

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