Credibility is the foundation of leadership. You can’t be a leader without a follower.

In today’s episode, learn the 5 practices to becoming an exemplary leader:

1. Model The Way - do what you say you will do
2. Inspire a Shared Vision - see and share exciting possibilities for the future
3. Challenge the Process - empower others to take initiative and experiment
4. Enable Others to Act - foster collaboration and build up others

5. Encourage the Heart - celebrate others by showing gratitude

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Barry is the Accolti Professor of Leadership at the Leavey School of Business at Santa Clara University, right in the heart of Silicon Valley. He’s an internationally recognized leadership expert, speaker, and scholar, and has been named one of the Top 50 leadership coaches in America and one of the 10 Most Influential HR thinkers in the world by HR magazine.

Barry is best known as the co-author of the best-selling The Leadership Challenge series, a groundbreaking set of books that have sold over 3 million copies and been translated into more than 20 languages. These books, co-written with Jim Kouzes, provide practical, research-backed insights on why leadership is everyone’s business — helping leaders at all levels become their best selves.

In addition to his writing, Barry has worked with some of the world’s most impactful companies — from Apple and Hewlett-Packard to Trader Joe’s and Kaiser Permanente — and has guided leadership development efforts on over 50 college campuses. His work blends research with real-world application, making his advice both insightful and actionable.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership Excellence

16:28 The Five Exemplary Practices of Leadership

25:12 Personal Stories of Leadership Impact

34:02 Building Competence and Confidence in Young Leaders

35:48 Embracing Failure as a Path to Success

40:38 Building Resilience and Confidence in Leadership

48:49 Applying Leadership Skills Beyond School

54:06 The Power of Passion in Leadership

01:01:19 Introduction to Leadership Insights

01:02:23 Key Traits of Effective Leaders

01:04:08 The Impact of The Leadership Challenge

01:04:58 Personal Reflections and Conclusion