Talent Magnet Institute Podcast

What is the secret to becoming a great leader? Steve Hess and Don Frericks share the answer on Part 11 of the Extraordinary Leader Series within the Talent Magnet Leadership Podcast. Now retired, Steve was leading at LexisNexis for 34 years. In this fascinating conversation, Steve and Don explore what it means to be a great leader, the traits great leaders possess and how listeners can become great leaders themselves. It was Steve’s time as a teacher that gave him the foundation to be a leader in the corporate world. When starting in leadership, it's important to start with a small group, or in an area you are familiar with. Also, observe the leaders who are around you and get inspired by them. [4:44] Steve advises listeners to take the time to learn people's names because it's important to them and makes them feel good. [10:52] You can learn what not to do from bad leaders, but they also have skills that are good that you may want to emulate. [14:00] Being introverted does not deter you from being a grea