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 GoToo 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 📝 New Article: Rethinking Leadership – 7 Modern Values Inspired by the Agile MindsetRigid 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. ✅ Want to Lead with More Clarity?Take the 3D Leadership Assessment and get a personalized snapshot of how you're showing up across the three domains that matter most: 🔴 Leading Yourself It takes less than 3 minutes—and the insights will stick with you much longer. 👉 Take the Leadership Assessment Now Thanks for your patience this week—and more importantly, for continuing to invest in your leadership growth. Remember always... Lead Don't Boss, Scott |
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.
Hey Reader, THIS WEEK IN LEADERSHIP Let’s address the elephant in the inbox: You may have noticed I’ve been a bit quiet lately—and for good reason. Between a demanding period in my day job and making sure I stayed fully present at home, I had to hit pause to avoid showing up half-charged. Add to that a 3-week road trip with my family back to my home province of Newfoundland (yes, we drove—over 6,700 km round trip!), and it was time to practice what I preach: Prioritize what matters, and...
Hey Reader, This week’s content zeros in on one of the hardest truths in leadership:You don’t get the culture you want—you get the culture you tolerate. Whether you’re actively shaping your environment or unintentionally reinforcing dysfunction, your team is always watching. Let’s help you create a culture worth following. 🎙️ Podcast Episode 345: Culture Is What You Tolerate – The Three Silent Killers of Team Performance Team dysfunction rarely announces itself. It shows up in silence,...
Hey Reader, No podcast this week—I’ve been feeling under the weather and had to hit pause to recharge. That said, I’m not leaving you empty-handed. If you've been waiting for the “perfect time” to work on your leadership skills… this is your wake-up call. 📝 New Article: 7 Reasons Why Today Is the Best Time to Start Developing as a Leader Leadership isn't something you’re handed—it’s something you build. This article walks through seven powerful reasons why delaying your growth does more harm...