In this episode, Dr. John Tuders breaks down what it truly means to lead with courage, clarity, and integrity in a world that often rewards shortcuts. He shares the lessons that shaped him, from growing up in Queens to becoming a professor and trusted voice in leadership. You'll hear real stories, practical insights, and a grounded perspective on trust, culture, conflict, and personal growth. If you're serious about becoming a stronger, more self-aware leader, this conversation will push you in all the right ways.

Questions answered during this conversation:

1. What is the real difference between a leader and a manager?
2. How do you build trust in a way that actually influences people?
3. Why does culture matter more than strategy when scaling a team?
4. How should leaders approach conflict resolution without damaging relationships?
5. What role do values play in modern leadership, and why do they matter?
6. How can leaders stay authentic while still driving performance and accountability?
7. What does it take to become a more self-aware, human-centered leader?
8. How can leaders grow personally and professionally without losing who they are?

Learn More About Dr. John Tuders:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-john-tuders-dba-7b164a20/

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Kristi's episode: https://youtu.be/_beumKc6pDI?si=3OQ5fXDB5eDdmXXR
• Raheem's episode: https://youtu.be/qab7tPVmWng?si=g3KXAxtppBkDurq0
• Anne Chow's episode: https://youtu.be/JrgdCCOwkG0?si=LafOxR7Y3QZWwhel
• Enneagram: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/how-the-enneagram-system-works/
• Radical Candor by Kim Scott: https://www.radicalcandor.com/
• The Making of a Manager by Julie Zhuo: https://www.juliezhuo.com/book/manager.html
• Uncommon by Tony Dungy: https://www.amazon.com/Uncommon-Finding-Your-Path-Significance/dp/1414326823
• Relational Intelligence by Dharius Daniels: https://dhariusdaniels.com/rq/
• Boundaries by Henry Cloud andJohn Townsend: https://www.amazon.com/Boundaries-Updated-Expanded-When-Control/dp/0310351804

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Host: Angela Gill Nelms

Producer: Katie Hart

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