Episode 9: Expectations Over Orders: The Inmate Who Taught Me How to Lead

When we think about influence, we often imagine giving commands and getting compliance. But real leadership—inside a prison or at home—starts with something deeper: expectations. In this episode of Lessons Unlocked, host Anthony Gangi shares a powerful story from his early days in corrections, when a defiant inmate challenged everything he thought he knew about authority.

What began as resistance turned into mutual growth through a relationship built not on control, but on clarity, consistency, and belief in potential. This episode explores how one professional bond shaped a career—and how the same principle applies to parenting, relationships, and leadership outside the wall. Because sometimes, the lesson doesn’t come from the uniform—it comes from the moment you stop giving orders and start setting expectations.