#26 The 12 Things I Wish I Knew 12 Years Ago

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Entering leadership roles early in one’s career can be full of uncertainty. In this episode, we walk through 12 hard-earned lessons that I wish I’d known when I first became a leader.

Things like:

• Why there is no “right way,” only your way.
• How doing what your boss wants first actually creates freedom later.
• The importance of reflection.
• Why you’ve never “arrived,” because leadership is always a journey.

These are not academic theories, they are real, lived experiences distilled into actionable perspective. Whether you’re a new leader, aspiring to lead, or mentoring others, We hope you’ll find at least one lesson that shifts your view or strengthens your resolve as a leader.

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