As co-founder of Podfly, this is my experience with authentic leadership and rejecting corporate hierarchies. I discuss the evolution of my job titles, from Chief Expectations Manager to Creative Director to CEO, and the realization that I was becoming a faux tech bro media executive d-bag. Ultimately, I decided to step down as CEO and make radical changes to the company, focusing on great collaborations, employee ownership, and client accountability.
Takeaways
Authentic leadership involves rejecting traditional corporate hierarchies and embracing a more flexible and inclusive approach.
Job titles can be self-evident and reflect the actual responsibilities and values of individuals within an organization.
The pursuit of titles and external validation can lead to a disconnect from one's true values and purpose.
Making radical changes to a company, such as focusing on great collaborations, employee ownership, and accountability to clients, can lead to a more fulfilling and successful business model.
Chapters
00:00Journey to Authentic Leadership and Rejecting Corporate Hierarchies
02:14The Evolution of Job Titles: From Chief Expectations Manager to CEO
06:48Becoming a Faux Tech Bro Media Executive
07:49Stepping Down as CEO and Making Radical Changes
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