Episode 3: Mastering Leadership in a Startup: Strategies for Sustainable Success

In this episode of Coffee and Career Chat: Startup Edition, host Adel Hameed discusses the essentials of startup leadership. Whether you're scaling your team or navigating the complexities of leading a fast-paced startup, this episode offers actionable insights to help you become a more effective leader.

We explore the LEDA Leadership Framework—Leading with Empathy, Empowering Employees, Decisive Decision-Making, and Adaptability to Change—to highlight the key qualities that define successful startup leaders. Adel also shares her insights from the Action-Based Mastery (ABM) leadership framework, emphasizing the importance of balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Finally, we discuss practical ways to create a feedback-rich culture in your startup, drawing on insights from Ron Carucci’s Harvard Business Review article, "4 Ways to Get Honest, Critical Feedback from Your Employees." Learn how to ask for pushback, read nonverbal cues, and foster an environment where your team feels safe to speak up.

Tune in for practical tips, personal anecdotes, and expert advice on how to lead with confidence and adaptability in the dynamic world of startups. Don’t miss out—listen now, and level up your leadership skills!

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