Beyond the Boardroom: Why Real Leadership Has Nothing to Do with Strategy Sessions The myth is busted, folks. While leaders love obsessing over mission statements, three-ring binders nobody reads, and golf handicaps, the real work of leadership happens in the trenches of human connection, crystal-clear communication, and laser focus on what actually matters. This week's episode strips away the leadership fluff to reveal what actually moves the needle when you're responsible for other people's success. Spoiler alert: it's not another strategic planning retreat. The Human Factor: Leadership is About People, Not Policies Forget the corporate speak about "human resources." Your people aren't resources—they're humans with needs, dreams, and the power to make or break your organization. The best leaders understand that relationship-building isn't soft skills nonsense; it's the foundation that everything else stands on. Communication That Actually Works: Beyond the Buzzwords Clear, concise communication isn't just about having a vision (though that helps). It's about listening more than talking, making sure your message lands the way you intended, and creating space for real dialogue. When nobody's following you, the problem isn't their hearing—it's your communication. Focus: Your Leadership Operating System Here's the hard truth: you can only have ONE priority at a time. All that clarity becomes noise without focus. The best leaders know that focus isn't about doing less—it's about doing what matters most, starting with taking care of yourself so you can actually serve others. The Bottom Line Leadership isn't about you, princess. It never has been, and it never will be. It's about creating an environment where people can do their best work, feel valued as humans, and contribute to something meaningful. Everything else is just expensive theater. Tune in for: ✅Why your leadership strategy is probably BS (and what to focus on instead) ✅The one question every leader should ask their team (if they're brave enough) ✅How cold showers can teach you everything about focus ✅Why being "selfish" with self-care is actually the most generous thing you can do Ready to ditch the leadership theater and start doing the real work? Your people are waiting.