What does it take to lead successfully in today’s complex world? Willie Pietersen, former CEO of multi-billion-dollar companies and a professor at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Business, has spent his life answering this question. In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Pietersen delves into the essence of leadership, sharing profound insights from his upcoming book, Leadership: The Inside Story. Listeners will leave with practical strategies for personal leadership, strategic direction, and inspiring others.

Pietersen’s approach to leadership starts from within. Drawing inspiration from historical figures like Marcus Aurelius, he explains that leadership is not just about wielding power. It’s about self-awareness, guiding principles, and cultivating character. Pietersen’s three-domain framework highlights the importance of personal leadership, which begins with a deep understanding of oneself and the values that inspire others.

Effective leadership requires clear strategic thinking, Pietersen notes. The ability to direct an organization’s future by setting well-defined priorities is a critical component of leadership. With years of experience advising corporations like American Express and ExxonMobil, Pietersen 

This week, you’ll learn how to establish your set of operating principles, the benefits of stepping outside of your comfort zone and how exclusion ultimately diminishes all of us.

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