For years, I’ve considered myself a solid boss. But by my own standards, not the best leader.
In this episode, I share why I believe leading people and managing people are two very different things.
Listen below.
0:42 Leadership is a topic that rarely gets the attention it deserves in our industry — or at least within the bubble we operate in.
1:47 A boss is someone you report to (and are glad to). They help create a work environment that’s enjoyable and supportive.
2:11 When people are genuinely happy to show up for work, that’s a sign of a good boss. Leadership, however, is something entirely different.
2:44 Leadership is about casting a clear vision and rallying others around it. It’s about creating alignment and helping your team grow — not just in their roles, but as individuals.
3:21 It’s how you develop your team, set clear expectations, establish goals, coach effectively, and have the tough conversations when needed.
3:47 What I’m doing to level up is the following. First, hire a coach. As someone who coaches accounting firms for a living, it certainly makes sense to bring on a coach.
4:04 Second, I’ve been reading a lot. One standout is The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell, which I highly recommend.
