The Leadership Playbook - S2E36 - Wrapping Up Season 2 (part 2)

Lassoing Leadership - A podcast by Garth Nichols and Jason Rogers - Tuesdays

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Season Two of Lassoing Leadership has been a journey through the heart of what it means to lead with intention. In this episode, Jason and Garth sit down to reflect on the lessons that resonated most—humility, vulnerability, trust, empowerment, and gratitude. Through stories, laughter, and honest reflection, they explore how personal growth and self-awareness shape authentic leadership. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just beginning your journey, this conversation offers a reminder: the best leadership starts with being real, being present, and being yourself.Keywordsleadership, empathy, humility, vulnerability, empowerment, trust, resilience, relationships, gratitude, personal growthSummaryIn this heartfelt season finale of Lassoing Leadership, Jason and Garth look back on the themes that shaped Season Two—humility, vulnerability, empowerment, and trust. Through candid reflections and shared listener insights, they explore how gratitude and personal growth are central to impactful leadership. They highlight that leadership isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being present, reflective, and real. Authenticity, they agree, is not a style—it’s a responsibility.TakeawaysLeading with humility and vulnerability isn't just admirable—it's essential.Empowering others starts with building deep reservoirs of trust.Gratitude is more than a habit; it’s a leadership practice rooted in openness.Self-awareness is your leadership compass—it keeps you aligned with who you are and how you lead.Know your power. Positionality matters. Use it with care.Reflective leaders don’t just act—they pause, notice, and learn.Trust given freely is powerful. When broken, it’s memorable—and rare.Want to lead well? Start by being yourself.Great leaders aren’t born—they're built through lived experiences and intentional growth.Ted Lasso shows us the beauty of humility—but even he has room to grow when it comes to trust.Sound bites“Be yourself as a leader.”“Ted Lasso is humble to a fault.”“People are doing their best.”Chapters00:00 – Season Two Themes Overview04:46 – Humility and Vulnerability in Leadership13:12 – Empowerment and Trust in Leadership