Leadership transitions often result in a phenomenon known as 'Leadership Shock', leaving many accomplished professionals feeling lost in new roles. 

In this episode, leadership expert Pete Steinberg (Author, Leadership Shock) and Alex Martinez (Global Director of L&D, Oliver Wyman) explore what it really means to step into leadership. They discuss why organizations must be thoughtful in selecting leaders, recognizing that not everyone aspires to take on that responsibility, and why those who do must embrace both the privilege and accountability of the role.

Leaders, they argue, are stewards of human potential and custodians of institutions shaped over generations. Their charge is to leave both the organization and its people better than they found them. At the same time, organizations need to acknowledge that career journeys rarely follow a straight line. By providing the right structures, reflection opportunities, and guidance, they can help leaders adapt as aspirations evolve, ensuring talent is nurtured for the long term.

▶︎Leadership Shock, by Peter Steinberg, is available now on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9rSJ79i

▶︎More episodes of Leadership Shock are available to listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Apple Music and Audible.

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