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Leading Across Boundaries

Leading Across Boundaries

Written by: Scott Acker
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The Long Journey to Leadership is a podcast for those who understand that leadership is not a destination, but a lifelong process of growth, reflection, and action. In this series, we explore what it truly means to become an effective leader—drawing from personal experiences, diverse leadership styles, and lessons learned in the field.

Each episode dives into leadership through a new lens, whether examining a high-profile decision made on the world stage, unpacking a leadership failure in the news, or exploring how different styles—transformational, servant, adaptive—play out in today’s complex environments.

We bring in practical insights, thought-provoking questions, and real-world examples to guide current and aspiring leaders in navigating today’s rapidly changing landscape. Whether you're leading a team, managing change, or striving to lead from within, this podcast helps illuminate the journey—with honesty, humility, and purpose.

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Episodes
  • S5 - PM as a Leader - E4 Coaching Instead of Controlling
    Jan 17 2026

    Under pressure, many project managers default to control, telling instead of asking, fixing instead of developing. In this episode, I explore how coaching creates stronger teams, better decisions, and sustainable performance, even when you don’t have formal authority. Learn how to replace command-and-control habits with powerful coaching questions, handle underperformance without micromanaging, and stop becoming the bottleneck in your projects.



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    9 mins
  • S5 - PM as Leaders - Delegation Without Direct Reports
    Jan 11 2026

    Project managers are accountable for results, but often without formal authority. In this episode of The Leadership Journey Podcast, I explore how to delegate work, decisions, and ownership when no one reports to you. Learn practical strategies for creating clarity without hierarchy, empowering specialists without micromanaging, and maintaining accountability through influence, trust, and visibility. This episode is packed with real-world examples and tools you can use immediately to lead more effectively across teams and functions.



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    19 mins
  • S5 PM as a Leader - E2 Thinking Like a Leader Not a Planner
    Jan 4 2026

    Project managers are trained to plan — but leadership requires more than schedules and task lists. In this episode, we explore the critical mindset shift from planner to leader, focusing on outcomes, clarity, anticipation, and judgment. A must-listen for project managers ready to lead, not just coordinate.



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    17 mins
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