Episode 326 Humbitious with Amer Kaissi

On this episode of The Lead Up Podcast, Mike speaks to Amer Kaissi about his book, Humbitious, which explores the concept of combining low ego with high drive in leadership.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of humility in leadership and distinguishes it from false humility and arrogance. Amer provides examples of leaders who effectively balance humility and confidence by acknowledging their strengths and weaknesses, prioritizing team success over individual recognition, and remaining open-minded to feedback.

The conversation shifts to addressing how CEOs can handle executives who do not exhibit the humility and trust needed to build a culture of high accountability. Amer recommends starting with a 360-degree review to make executives aware of how they are perceived and give them the chance to change. However, if an individual cannot or will not change, a difficult decision to terminate them may be necessary.

The interview concludes with a reminder of the importance of evaluating an individual's will, in addition to their skill set, when hiring for leadership positions. The mindset of abundance is also recommended to encourage collaboration and a culture of growth and learning. Mike highlights the relevance of Amer messages, particularly in the healthcare industry.

You can learn more about Ameron on his website amerkaissi.com