Master Learning Agility and Leadership Development. Rahul Karan Sharma and Michael DeLizier (author of Leadership Accelerators) reveal how to lead without authority and stop the "Peter Principle."Ranked in the Global Top 1.5%, The Confident Leader podcast is the premier destination for Organizational Success and Career Growth. Today, leadership strategist Michael DeLizier joins us to bridge the gap between "technical expert" and "influential leader." With 25 years of experience across healthcare, tech, and government, Michael explains why multitasking is a neuro-toxin to leadership and how "Learning Agility" is the #1 predictor of your future success.The CLIMB™ Framework InsightThis episode hits C – Cultivate Your Mindset and L – Leveraging Your Strengths:

• C – Cultivate Your Mindset: Michael dismantles the myth of multitasking. Cultivating a "Deep Focus" mindset is essential to avoiding the brain damage and IQ drop associated with constant context switching.

• L – Leveraging Your Strengths: Leading without authority is the ultimate leverage. We explore how High Potential Employees use Emotional Intelligence to influence organizational culture without needing a title.

Key Moments for Aspiring Leaders

• 08:25 – Michael’s journey from athlete to leadership expert.

• 14:22 – The Peter Principle: Why great workers become bad bosses.

• 16:14 – The Science of Focus: How Multitasking damages your brain.

• 20:39 – Identifying High Potential Employees: The Learning Agility test.

• 33:40 – Leading Without Authority: Strategies for influence and change.

• 45:22 – How organizations can trigger immediate Change Management.

ABOUT THE GUEST: MICHAEL DELIZIER

Michael DeLizier is a seasoned leadership strategist and the author of Leadership Accelerators. With over 25 years of experience, Michael has designed custom executive development programs for Fortune 500 giants and government agencies alike. He specializes in helping organizations identify High Potential Employees and navigate complex Change Management through the lens of Emotional Intelligence and strategic focus.

• 🌐 Website: delizier.com

• 📘 Book: Leadership Accelerators on Amazon

ABOUT YOUR HOST: RAHUL KARAN SHARMA

Rahul Karan Sharma | Forbes Coaches Council Global Leadership Expert and Staffing Industry Specialist

Rahul solves the "Accidental Manager" crisis. Using his proprietary CLIMB Framework™, he transforms technical experts into executive-ready leaders. Ranked in the Global Top 1.5% of Podcasters, Rahul bridges the gap between Northern Virginia’s business ecosystem and international leadership standards. As a prominent member of the Loudoun County and Greater Reston Chambers of Commerce, Rahul is the definitive advisor for firms from Ashburn to Arlington seeking Strategic Acceleration.

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Master Leadership Delegation and Facilitation Skills. Rahul Karan Sharma and Therese Miclot (co-author of The Facilitation Advantage) reveal how to save 6 hours a week and boost team engagement.

Ranked in the Global Top 1.5%, The Climb: Leadership Development and Confident Leader podcast explores Organizational Psychology and high-impact coaching. Today, Therese Miclot joins us to dismantle the "Do-It-All" trap. We discuss the 30-Day Delegation Club, the profound impact of leadership on Mental Health, and why technologists must shift their mindset from "Technical Expert" to "Influential Facilitator."

The CLIMB™ Framework InsightThis episode highlights L – Leveraging Your Strengths and M – Magnify Your Impact:

• L – Leveraging Your Strengths: Delegation isn't just about offloading work; it's about leveraging the unique strengths of your team. Therese explains how to move from a "control" mindset to a "development" mindset.

  
  

• M – Magnify Your Impact: Facilitation is the key to magnifying influence. By asking curious questions and creating a supportive environment, you move from an individual contributor to a leader who scales results.

Key Insights for Aspiring Leaders

• 01:55 – The personal motivation behind ending "Bad Leadership."

• 10:11 – Why new leaders struggle with Leadership Delegation.

• 14:04 – Inside the 30-Day Delegation Club: Saving 6 hours a week.

• 20:07 – Mindset Shifts for technologists and technical experts.

• 24:49 – Mastering Facilitation Skills for effective communication.

ABOUT THE GUEST: THERESE MICLOT

Therese Miclot is a premier leadership consultant and the co-author of The Facilitation Advantage. With a Master’s in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, she has spent over 20 years helping organizations bridge the gap between technical expertise and executive influence. Therese is the creator of the 30-Day Delegation Club, a program designed to help leaders reclaim 6 hours of their week through actionable delegation strategies. Her approach combines deep psychological insights with simple, measurable solutions for modern leadership challenges.

🌐 Learn more: theresemiclot.com

ABOUT YOUR HOST: RAHUL KARAN SHARMA

Rahul Karan Sharma | Forbes Coaches Council Global Leadership Expert and Staffing Industry Specialist

Rahul solves the "Accidental Manager" crisis. Using his proprietary CLIMB Framework™, he transforms technical experts into executive-ready leaders. Ranked in the Global Top 1.5% of Podcasters, Rahul bridges the gap between Northern Virginia’s business ecosystem and international leadership standards. As a prominent member of the Loudoun County and Greater Reston Chambers of Commerce, Rahul is the definitive advisor for firms from Ashburn to Arlington seeking Strategic Acceleration.

🚀Audit Your Leadership: [⁠https://climb-leadership-audit.scoreapp.com/⁠]

📖 Get your copy of "Be Action Oriented": [⁠https://www.habits4miracles.com/jumpstart⁠]

🌐Official Website: ⁠www.rahulkaransharma.com⁠

📈Connect: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahulkaransharma/⁠

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Master Mentorship and Confidence Building for the next generation. Rahul Karan Sharma and Dan Ulin (Elite Student Coach) reveal why leadership development starts with communication.Ranked in the Global Top 1.5%, The Climb: Leadership Development and Confident Leader podcast explores the intersection of Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship. Today, Dan Ulin shares his 98% success rate in elite admissions, but more importantly, he reveals why college is just a byproduct of deep Personal Development. We discuss how to abandon perfectionism, master the art of mentorship, and build unshakeable confidence in school, work, and life.

The CLIMB™ Framework InsightThis episode highlights C – Cultivate Your Mindset and B – Building Your Legacy:

• C – Cultivate Your Mindset: Dan emphasizes "Abandoning Perfectionism." For a leader, this is the key to fostering a culture where growth and learning are prioritized over flawless execution.

• B – Building Your Legacy: Mentorship is a circular process. By empowering others to become mentors themselves, you create a ripple effect that extends your impact far beyond your immediate circle.

Valuable Insights for Future Leaders

• • 0.46 – Dan's Leadership Journey.
  • 11:47 – The Secret to Empowering Future Leaders.
  • 20:44 – Why Confidence Building is the #1 skill for the 21st century.
  • 30:48 – Coaching Methodologies: Moving from student to Entrepreneurship.
• • 39:51 – The Importance of "Fit" in Leadership Development.

  ABOUT THE GUEST: DAN ULIN

  Dan Ulin is the Founder & CEO of Elite Student Coach and a premier educational consultant with a staggering 98% success rate in helping mentees secure admission to top-tier colleges and graduate schools. However, Dan’s mission goes far beyond the application. He specializes in Youth Empowerment, transforming students into world-class communicators and mentors who can monetize their talents and lead with curiosity. His unique one-to-one programs focus on building the "whole person" for a lifetime of success in school, work, and leadership.

  • 🌐 Learn more: www.EliteStudentCoach.com

    ABOUT YOUR HOST: RAHUL KARAN SHARMA

    Rahul Karan Sharma | Forbes Coaches Council Global Leadership Expert and Staffing Industry Specialist

    Rahul solves the "Accidental Manager" crisis. Using his proprietary CLIMB Framework™, he transforms technical experts into executive-ready leaders. Ranked in the Global Top 1.5% of Podcasters, Rahul bridges the gap between Northern Virginia’s business ecosystem and international leadership standards. As a prominent member of the Loudoun County and Greater Reston Chambers of Commerce, Rahul is the definitive advisor for firms from Ashburn to Arlington seeking Strategic Acceleration.

    🚀Audit Your Leadership: [⁠https://climb-leadership-audit.scoreapp.com/⁠]

    📖 Get your copy of "Be Action Oriented": [⁠https://www.habits4miracles.com/jumpstart⁠]

    🌐Official Website: ⁠www.rahulkaransharma.com⁠

    📈Connect: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahulkaransharma/⁠

    🎙️ Search 'The CLIMB Rahul Karan Sharma' on Spotify & Apple

    #theclimbpodcast #executivepresence #staffingindustry #dcleaders #rahulkaransharma #confidentleader #leadershipdevelopment #nextgenleaders