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Episodes/Lessons - Why Command & Control Is Dead | Stephen M.R. Covey - Speed of Trust Author
December 10, 202515:28

Lessons - Why Command & Control Is Dead | Stephen M.R. Covey - Speed of Trust Author

Lessons - Why Command & Control Is Dead | Stephen M.R. Covey - Speed of Trust Author

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Lessonsfeaturing Stephen M.R. Covey - Speed of Trust Author

This episode features Stephen M.R. Covey, author of 'The SPEED of Trust,' discussing the importance of trust in modern leadership and how to inspire employees rather than relying on command and control. He shares insights on building a trust-based organizational culture, his journey with FranklinCovey, and the lasting impact of 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People'.

The Speed of TrustLeadership EvolutionBuilding Trust CultureLegacy of '7 Habits'Personal & Professional Growth

Show Notes

In this "Lessons" episode, Stephen M.R. Covey, author of The Speed of Trust, explains why the traditional command-and-control model of leadership is no longer effective in today’s world of work. He breaks down the shift toward “trust and inspire” leadership, highlighting why trust alone isn’t enough without purpose, meaning, and genuine inspiration. Stephen explores how inspired cultures outperform merely engaged ones, why modern employees need to feel valued and connected to a larger mission, and how leaders at every level can learn to inspire through care, empathy, and purpose-driven leadership.