Listening to Learn
Emphasizing the importance of listening over asserting authority, Chandler reflects on the challenges of leadership in a new environment. He shares a pivotal lesson: recognizing the value of experienced team members' insights can lead to better decision-making. The key takeaway is to balance old methods with new ideas while setting aside ego to foster collaboration.In this clip
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