Bad Bosses, Great Leaders

Are You Leading or Just Managing? The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything

Rebecca Vickers Season 1 Episode 13

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Many professionals climb the ladder only to realize they’re checking boxes instead of moving mountains. If you’ve ever wondered what it really means to lead vs. manage, this episode is your wake-up call.

Leadership expert Melissa Rath joins us to break down the key mindset shifts that transform reactive managers into proactive, people-first leaders.

✅ How to build trust so your team feels safe to contribute
✅ The real reason employees disengage (and how to turn it around)
✅ Why self-awareness and communication are your greatest leadership tools
✅ How to empower your team—without micromanaging
✅ The simple shift from “getting things done” to “getting the right things done, together”

If your team feels like it’s just going through the motions, this episode will show you how to breathe life back into your leadership.

Listen now and become the kind of leader people want to follow!

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