On this episode of the podcast, I’m excited to welcome back my good friend and business partner, Randy Hain, as we discuss his new book: Essential Wisdom for Leaders of Every Generation. Randy explains candor, clarity and communication (three ingredients he says form the compass for leaders and aspiring leaders), along with tips for protecting the “air” in your calendar.

Dive in:

04:00 About Randy 

05:30 What are the obstacles of success? Dive into the core of Randy’s new book, Essential Wisdom for Leaders of Every Generation. 

06:00 Randy explains candor, clarity and communication – a compass for leaders and aspiring leaders. 

07:30 “Credibility is something you can gain and lose everyday.” – Randy 

10:00 Randy shares how to show up well at work. “Clarity is at the root of effectiveness.” – Randy 

12:00 Why are we afraid to speak with candor? 

15:00 What is RAPKG? (Random Acts of Praise, Kindness, Gratitude)

17:30 Do you have air in your calendar? Brandon always says, “Time is our most precious resource.” Randy shares tips for protecting time from the time thieves.

23:30 What’s it all for? Burn the ships! 

27:00 Mosaic of your life. Randy shares a story about his father as an artist [of life] including acts of kindness. 

29:00 Mistakes leaders should avoid. 

31:00 Randy gives tips for having better conversions. “We don’t ask enough questions. Show a sense of curiosity… be insatiably curious.” – Randy 

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