325: Why Authenticity Beats Perfection in Business Leadership ft. Scott Ramey

What if chasing success was the very thing holding you back from real leadership? In this episode of The Root of All Success, I sit down with Scott Ramey — a former Fortune 500 executive turned authentic leadership coach who’s redefining what it means to lead with empathy, vulnerability, and purpose. Scott went from leading billion-dollar teams and climbing the corporate ladder to realizing that “success” wasn’t the title or the paycheck—it was the freedom to show up as himself. Now, he helps high-performing leaders break free from perfectionism, connect more deeply with their teams, and build sustainable success through authentic leadership. 💡 In this episode, you’ll discover: Why authenticity beats perfection in leadership The hidden link between anxiety, performance, and burnout How to build trust that actually drives results The “Ramey Method” for leading with empathy and impact Why tone and communication matter more than strategy How to shift from performing to truly leading This conversation isn’t about corporate buzzwords—it’s about rediscovering the human side of leadership and unlocking influence that lasts. If you’ve ever wondered what real leadership looks like beyond titles and metrics… this episode is your blueprint. 🎧 Watch or listen now to learn how to lead with authenticity, empathy, and confidence. Who is Scott Ramey? Scott Ramey is an Authentic Sales Expert, Former Fortune 500 C-Suite Executive, and Founder of The Ramey Group, with over 30 years of leadership experience and more than $100 billion in successful sales. A former Executive Vice President at Transamerica, Nationwide, and Corebridge Financial, Scott led teams of up to 1,200 people and managed $235 billion in assets. His proprietary Authentic Sales methodology—built on authenticity, empathy, presence, and clarity—helps clients deepen relationships, boost trust, and drive higher revenue. Growing up in a small Indiana town, Scott became the first Division 1 athlete in his high school’s history before earning his BA in History from John Carroll University. His career is a testament to resilience, leadership, and reinvention. A proud husband and father of two D1 athletes, Scott finds inspiration outdoors, often hiking with his two Labradors. Scott Ramey’s Website Link:  https://thescottramey.com/ Scott Ramey’s  Social Media Link:  https://www.facebook.com/scott.ramey.52 https://www.instagram.com/the.scottramey/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-ramey-53977b14a/ Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! https://therealjasonduncan.com/podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices