"The same time that you're the captain of the ship, you also have to be a good Lieutenant. And that is listening to the command of others that may or may not be on the ship." Leadership journeys are a mix of leading and following. It is incredibly important to be adaptable. Donald Forgione pushed pause on his podcast, Tailgate Talks, to join for a conversation about the true essence of leadership. Early in my leadership career, I thought it was all about being the one to direct and make every decision. As Donald highlights, effective leadership often means knowing when to let others lead.  Read our blog about how to navigate the delicate balance of leading and following. Notable Moments 01:06 Donald Forgione's career journey 04:10 Balance authority with active listening 08:01 Effective leaders rely on frontline communication and trust 10:45 Two-way accountability crucial for effective leadership 13:43 Following orders: Ethical dilemmas versus personal preferences. 18:03 Stand for ethics, not emotional partisan disputes. Connect with Donald Forgione About Donald Forgione Tailgate Talks Podcast [email protected] Connect with Tim and his team: Website: https://bestculturesolutions.ca/ LinkedIn: Best Culture Solutions, Inc Instagram: @best.culture.solutions   Email: [email protected]  

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