742: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Sean Abbananto, Stephanie Cousins, Simon Peterson, and Peggy Smith)

Across four powerful perspectives, global leaders share what’s shifting and what’s required in leadership today. From nonprofit to sports, real estate to enterprise, one truth stands out: leadership isn’t about hierarchy or heroism. It’s about authenticity, shared vision, and the courage to become who you need to be. From running toward the fire to leading in tandem through time zones, these stories will leave you reflecting on your leadership practice, especially in the moments when no one is watching. EP117 - Sean Abbananto: From Shaky to SolidLeaders must be believable before they are followed; credibility is today’s currencyStrategic grounding is essential: “Flying by the seat of your pants” doesn’t work anymoreTrue influence grows from owning your presence in the fire, not avoiding it EP120 - Stephanie Cousins: Co-Leadership and Decentralized PowerThe co-CEO model fosters accountability, consensus, and round-the-clock leadershipGlobal teams thrive with collaboration over command-and-controlFlat structures promote shared responsibility and transparency EP122 - Simon Peterson: Time Is the Leader's SuperpowerGreat leadership is about giving time to yourself, to others, and making decisionsAuthenticity and emotional intelligence (EQ) outweigh technical skills in times of changeWorking from home increases the need for intentional connection, not just task completion EP131 - Peggy Smith: Leadership Off the CameraThe best leaders are consistent, especially when the spotlight is offHumility, presence, and how you treat people are the real measures of leadershipLeadership isn’t a static title; it evolves as we do Key Quotes: “Our believability has to go up as leaders.” – Sean Abbananto “You can’t be a co-CEO without collaboration and compromise.” – Stephanie Cousins “EQ is more critical now than IQ.” – Simon Peterson “It’s not what you said or did, it’s how you made me feel.” – Peggy Smith The 10 Proven Ways to Lead and Thrive in Today's World - FREE Executive Guide Download https://crm.leadingchangepartners.com/10-ways-to-lead  Connect with Denis:  Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.com Website: www.LeadingChangePartners.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisgianoutsos  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisgianoutsos/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadershipischanging/  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DenisGianoutsos