Jack Barsky, former KGB undercover agent, IT executive and bestselling author, joins us to share the leadership lessons he gained through years in intelligence and a lifetime of observing people. Born Albrecht Dittrich in East Germany, Jack was recruited by the KGB after graduating summa cum laude in chemistry and was sent to the United States as an undercover agent. A decade later he severed ties with the KGB and later cooperated fully with the FBI, eventually building a successful career in information technology. His remarkable story has been featured on CBS 60 Minutes, in his memoir Deep Undercover and in the acclaimed podcast The Agent, and today he reflects on what true leadership looks like under pressure and what he has learned about human nature in the highest stakes situations.
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