Great leaders know that being responsible for something doesn’t mean they need to be involved in everything.

In this episode, Andy Stanley and Holly Goddard continue their conversation on Andy’s latest book, What Great Leaders Do, by exploring the obstacles that can pull leaders away from their strengths. They discuss the difference between responsibility and competency, why developing other leaders is essential for organizational growth, and how staying within your strengths can create a more sustainable and effective approach to leadership.

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Here's what they cover in this episode:

• Knowing the difference between being responsible for vs being involved in (3:05)
• Questions to ask to help identify your strengths (12:03)
• The significance of developing other leaders (18:33)
• Identifying strategic moments to practice symbolic leadership (28:00)

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Great leaders don’t try to be great at everything. They identify where they add the most value and create space for others to do the same.

In this episode, Andy Stanley and Holly Goddard continue their conversation on Andy’s latest book, What Great Leaders Do, by exploring why playing to your strengths is essential for maximizing your impact. They discuss how narrowing your focus, protecting your most productive time, and letting go of responsibilities others can do better can strengthen both your leadership and your organization.

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Here's what they cover in this episode:

• Why doing fewer things can help you accomplish more (2:58)
• The myth of the well-rounded leader (8:38)
• The importance of creating margin (22:25)
• How leaders attract and retain high-capacity team members (24:52)

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Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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The hardest person you'll ever lead is the person you see in the mirror every day. And the more influence you have, the more important self-leadership becomes.

In this episode, Andy Stanley and Holly Goddard continue their conversation on why self-leadership is the foundation of great leadership. They explore why leaders must prioritize what they value most over what they want now, and why leading yourself well requires inviting others in.

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Here's what they cover in this episode:

• Three commitments great leaders make
• What great leaders prioritize (2:10)
• How to determine what you value most (7:36)
• Why great leaders invite feedback (19:36)

Prefer to watch instead of listen? You can find new episodes of the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast on YouTube at YouTube.com/AndyStanleyOfficial

Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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