Episode Summary:

Welcome back! Today, I sit down with Randy Gravitt, a seasoned expert in leadership development and organizational culture. We dive deep into what truly makes a great leader—character, influence, and consistency. Randy emphasizes that leadership isn’t just about skills; it’s about having a solid foundation rooted in humility, integrity, and genuine influence.

We also explore how great leaders inspire trust, create stability, and develop teams that perform at their best, especially during challenging times.

Key Highlights:

- Leadership is Influence: As John Maxwell says, “Leadership is nothing more, nothing less” than influence. It’s about helping people move from where they are to where they want to be.

- The Iceberg Model of Leadership: About 90% of leadership comes from character—humility, teachability, service—while skills like problem-solving and vision casting are the visible 10%.

- Self-Leadership First: The hardest person to lead is yourself. Prioritizing self-growth and owning your own development sets the tone for your entire organization.

- Handling Challenges & Storms: Strong character and core habits act as buoys, helping you stay afloat when life throws waves and turbulence your way.

- Lead by Example: Actions speak louder than words. Your behavior models what you expect from your team, family, and yourself.

Recommended Resources:

Interested in building a better leadership culture? Check out Randy’s book, Winning Begins at Home, a leadership parable packed with practical tools for developing your personal and family life. You can find it on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or at leadeveryday.com.

Final Thought:

Great leadership isn’t built in a day. It’s crafted through daily habits, ongoing self-improvement, and authentic influence. Start from within, and everything else will follow.

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