"Courage, Humility, and Mud: Leadership Takeaways from Robert Owens

02/08/2025 10 min
"Courage, Humility, and Mud: Leadership Takeaways from Robert Owens

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Get Your Free Book: Free Book: The Trust GapLeadership Reflections with Insights from Robert OwensIn this episode of the Learning to Lead Show, host Mark Kiv reflects on his compelling conversation with Robert Owens, highlighting key leadership lessons from Owens' career experiences. The discussion includes overcoming adversity, such as Owens' transition from CEO to working under a hostile competitor, and persevering with humility and courage. Key takeaways include the importance of servant leadership, clear communication, timely feedback, and maintaining a positive mindset during challenging times. Kiv also shares insights from his book, 'The Trust Gap,' available for free in the show notes.00:00 Welcome to the Learning to Lead Show00:07 Introduction to Today's Episode00:24 Sponsor Message: The Trust Gap00:52 Leadership Lessons from Robert Owens01:36 Overcoming Adversity with Humility and Courage03:23 Leading by Example: In the Trenches04:31 Key Takeaways and Quotes07:12 Three Pillars of Effective Leadership09:21 Final Reflections and Conclusion10:09 Closing Remarks and Call to ActionLearning To Lead Free ResourcesFree Book: The Trust GapGet your Free Learning to Lead Leadership Reading Guide HereThe Learning To Lead NewsletterLeaderNotes🔎 About LeaderNotesLeaderNotes is a quick-hit companion to each episode of The Learning to Lead Show. In just 5–10 minutes, Mark Cundiff recaps the top leadership insights, frameworks, and action steps from each interview, designed for busy, growth-minded leaders who want to review and apply the episode’s biggest takeaways on the go.It’s like the highlight reel + playbook—all in one.Download This Episode's Leadernotes Here: LeaderNotes

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