Sorry for the Delay—But This Leadership Shift Can’t Wait


Hey Reader,

Apologies for getting this week’s newsletter out a little later than usual—I’ve been on the road with limited time to hit “send.” But the content waiting for you this week? Totally worth the wait.

We’re diving into what modern leadership really looks like—less control, more ownership… and a bold rethinking of what values drive high-performance teams in today’s world.

Let’s get into it.


🎙️ Podcast Episode 346: Ownership Over Authority – How Leaders Win by Letting Go

Too many leaders cling to control, thinking it’s the only way to keep things on track. But that mindset limits your people—and drains you in the process.

In this episode, I unpack the shift from command to empowerment. You’ll learn how to build a team that takes ownership, shows initiative, and actually frees you up to lead strategically—not just put out fires.

👉 Listen on Apple Podcasts
👉 Listen on Spotify
👉 Listen on My Website


📝 New Article: Rethinking Leadership – 7 Modern Values Inspired by the Agile Mindset

Rigid leadership is dead. What’s replacing it? Values rooted in adaptability, connection, and progress.

This article reimagines the Agile Manifesto for today’s leaders—giving you seven new principles to build cultures of trust, boost performance, and reduce burnout.

👉 Read the article now


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Thanks for your patience this week—and more importantly, for continuing to invest in your leadership growth.

Remember always...

Lead Don't Boss,

Scott

Hi! I'm a Leadership Expert.

I help people realize their true leadership potential and achieve peak performance across the three domains of leadership: Leading Yourself, Leading Your Team, and Leading Your Organization. This is supported by my podcast where I interview world-leading experts and couple it with my over 20 years a military leader.

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