What makes a leader truly great—and why do so many fall short? In this episode of The Pivot Experience Podcast, we sit down with leadership expert, speaker, and mentor William C. Davis, author of How to Lead Without Just Managing and Building Genuine Relationships. With decades of experience spanning corporate, academic, military, and government sectors, William has studied the successes and failures of leaders to uncover what separates influence from authority.

Together, we explore today’s leadership crisis and why 78% of Americans believe we have a leadership problem. William shares the DNA of great leadership, how to identify future leaders in your organization, and the blind spots that hold even well-meaning leaders back. From navigating uncertainty and leading in the digital age to the power of servant leadership, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and actionable steps for anyone looking to lead with confidence, trust, and impact.

If you’ve ever wondered how to move beyond managing and start truly leading, this episode will give you the playbook to inspire lasting change.