What can a Western shootout teach us about building unstoppable teams? In this episode, we break down 2016’s The Magnificent Seven—exploring how Chisholm unites a diverse group of gunslingers, motivates townsfolk with limited skills, and prepares for an impossible battle against overwhelming odds. From charismatic recruitment strategies to the failures of poor coaching, we uncover surprising parallels between frontier survival and modern leadership. Along the way, we debate iconic gunslingers, dissect Bogue’s downfall as a short-sighted dictator, and reveal why emotional intelligence often outguns raw firepower. If you’re ready to learn how great leaders inspire buy-in, create vision, and pivot under pressure, this episode is for you. Tune in and discover how Western grit translates into real-world leadership wins.

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