Humble Assertiveness: Leading Without Being Dominating | TFJP 80
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How can humble assertiveness transform your leadership style and drive your startup's success? In this episode of the Founders Journey Podcast, Greg Moran, co-founder of Evergreen Mountain Equity Partners, breaks down how this unique leadership trait combining confidence with humility empowers founders to make decisive, impactful choices while fostering collaboration within their teams.
Explore real-life examples of leaders like Evan Williams, co-founder of Twitter, and Jeff Evans, renowned mountain climber, who thrived by balancing assertiveness with humility in high-pressure environments. Learn how you can apply these lessons to lead your startup with greater empathy, decisiveness, and long-term vision.
Key Takeaways:
- What is humble assertiveness, and why is it crucial for startup leaders?
- How Evan Williams used this trait to drive Twitter’s growth
- Jeff Evans’ inspiring leadership on the slopes of Mount Everest
- Practical steps to develop humble assertiveness in your leadership journey
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00:00 – Introduction: Humble Assertiveness in Leadership
00:31 – Defining Humble Assertiveness
01:10 – Why Founders Struggle with Balancing Leadership and Collaboration
02:00 – Example: Evan Williams’ Leadership at Twitter
03:00 – Example: Jeff Evans and His Everest Expedition
05:00 – How to Develop Humble Assertiveness in Yourself
06:00 – Download the Free White Paper
06:20 – Conclusion: Subscribe and Share
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