Are you feeling overwhelmed running your business? Struggling to inspire your team, set boundaries, or lead with confidence? In this episode of Business for Humans, we dive deep into Leadership Energy—what it is, why it matters, and how you can harness it to build a thriving agency.
Many company leaders believe they need to be outgoing, aggressive, or fit a certain mold to be successful. But true leadership isn’t about ego, authority, or overworking yourself—it’s about confidence, boundaries, and resilience.
Join us as we explore: ✅ What Leadership Energy is (and isn’t) ✅ Why confidence—not control—is the foundation of great leadership ✅ The power of boundaries and how they prevent burnout ✅ How to stop blaming others and take full ownership of your agency’s growth ✅ Real-world examples of leaders who transformed their mindset and leadership style
If you want to empower your team, grow your company or creative agency, and lead with clarity and purpose, this episode is for you!
Timestamps:00:00 – What is Leadership Energy? 02:10 – Leadership myths: Why you don’t need to be aggressive to be a great leader 05:05 – The #1 key to leadership: Confidence (and how to build it) 08:12 – Setting boundaries: The secret to preventing burnout and earning respect 12:00 – Why people-pleasing leaders struggle—and how to stop doing it 16:00 – How great leaders inspire teams toward a common goal 20:25 – A real-life transformation: From frustrated manager to inspiring leader 24:00 – Final thoughts: Bringing Leadership Energy into your daily life
Resources & Links:
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimegennaro/
🔗YouTube webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYXukqV4-G4&feature=youtu.be
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Jaime Gennaro is a seasoned business consultant and coach with 25 years of experience helping companies achieve sustainable growth and leadership success. She has held leadership roles in marketing and operational strategy across various industries, including tech startups and creative agencies. Jaime specializes in business coaching for entrepreneurs and guiding leaders in balancing personal and professional growth. She focuses on reducing burnout, achieving business clarity, and developing entrepreneurial leadership strategies for long-term success.
If you’re facing an exit strategy or leadership transition, visit practica.consulting to book a call.
Podcast music by: Luca Gennaro
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