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Psychology · 20 min

Distancing

By L. David Marquet | Michael A. Gillespie

This episode explores how intentionally stepping back as a leader can paradoxically cultivate greater team ownership, competence, and resilience.

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Psychology
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20 min
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“This episode explores how intentionally stepping back as a leader can paradoxically cultivate greater team ownership, competence, and resilience.”

— L. David Marquet | Michael A. Gillespie, Distancing

What it is about

Leadership, Team Empowerment, Micromanagement, Autonomy

Who it is for

If you often feel like you're the only one who can get things done, or your team struggles to take initiative without your constant oversight, this will feel familiar a new perspective.

The author

L. David Marquet, a former nuclear submarine commander, draws on his unique experience transforming a struggling crew into a high-performing team by shifting from a "leader-follower" to a "leader-leader" model.

About the author

L. David Marquet | Michael A. Gillespie

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