??9 Leadership Truths I Wish I Knew Sooner (But Grateful I Know Now)

Hey SuperHeroes,

40 years I’ve been kicking on this spinning blue marble.

And exactly 0 years I've had my sh*t together.

The journey? A non-stop masterclass in leaping, failing, and growing. Constantly learning, constantly improving. These last few years? Oh, they've been a wild ride of transformation.

Starting The SuperHero Mindset, building businesses, investing in ideas bigger than myself—it's been the kind of learning curve you'd expect from a Marvel origin story.

But today, I want to pause and reflect. If I could hop into the DeLorean and have a heart-to-heart with 30-year-old... hell, even 20-year-old me, what leadership lessons would I share?

Let’s Fly ??

Today in 10 minutes or less, you’ll learn:

?? 9 Leadership principles I know at 40, I wish I knew at 30

?? The world is full of sh*tty leaders...

?? But you don’t have to be one of them

1. Fire Yourself—It’s the Only Way to Lead

Listen, you’re not a one-man Avengers squad.

You’re the visionary, the strategist, the compass pointing the way.

So, why are you still clinging to every task like a toddler with a favorite toy?

Here’s the move: Build a team. The kind of team that complements your strengths and fills in your blind spots. Then (and this is the kicker) trust them to do the job.

Translation: Work on the business, not in it. Your team doesn’t just need a boss—they need a leader.

2. Harsh Truth: No One Cares About Your Dream Like You Do

Yep, it stings.

But here’s the kicker: People care when you show them what’s in it for them.

How to make them care?

• Give them a voice. If your team doesn’t feel heard, they’ll check out faster than a Netflix free trial.
• Involve them in decisions. People support what they help build.
• Share the wins. Maybe that’s equity. Maybe it’s bonus structures. When they win when you win, magic happens.

3. Micromanaging? That’s a You Problem

If you’re double-checking everything, obsessing over details, or losing sleep over missed deadlines, guess what?

You hired wrong.

Right people in the right seats = freedom.

If you don’t have that, fix it. NOW

4. Kill Useless Meetings Before They Kill Your Soul

A good meeting?

It’s a hype session that aligns and inspires.

A bad one?

It’s a mind-numbing time suck.

The fix? Run meetings like you run a mission: with purpose.

• Have an agenda.
• Make it actionable.
• Ask for feedback. Then tweak, adjust, and improve. Fewer, better meetings = happier teams. Period.

5. Firing Should Never Be a Surprise

Firing feels like being the villain in someone else’s origin story, but it doesn’t have to.

Here’s the mindset:

• Low performers: Your bad hire, not their fault. Redirect them to where they’ll thrive.
• High performers in the wrong role: Help them find their zone of genius—even if it’s not with you. It’s never easy, but settling for mediocrity? That’s a lose-lose for everyone.

6. Your Employee’s Failure Is Really Your Failure

Accountability starts at the top. If someone’s underperforming, ask yourself:

• Did I explain the goal clearly?
• Did I give them the tools to succeed?
• Are they even the right person for the role? Stop pointing fingers. Start fixing systems. Great leaders own it all.

7. KPIs Are Your Leadership Cheat Codes

You can’t lead what you don’t measure.

Track key performance indicators—both for the team and individuals.

KPIs aren’t just numbers. They’re your leadership GPS.

Know who’s crushing it and who needs support before the wheels fall off.

8. Own Your F-ups and Celebrate Wins Like a Maniac

Screwing up is inevitable. Pretending you didn’t? That’s just lame.

• Admit your mistakes. Your team will respect you for it.
• When someone nails it, go big. Shout them out in meetings. Celebrate like you just won the Super Bowl. A culture of humility and celebration beats one of ego and silence every single time.

9. Lead Like a HUMAN, Not a Boss

Here’s the truth: Great leaders don’t rule with an iron fist.

They lead with empathy, adaptability, and authenticity.

Turns out, good humans like working for good humans. When you lead well, top talent will flock to your team faster than a TikTok trend. Because people don’t leave jobs—they leave bad leaders.

So, don’t just be in charge. Be the leader people would fight to work for.

Being a great leader isn’t about knowing it all or doing it all.

It’s about creating an environment where your team thrives, your vision soars, and failure becomes just another stepping stone to greatness.

Go Be Great! ??

??Hey… If you’re reading this…

…You’re not just any ordinary player in the game.

You’re part of a league of extraordinary game-changers.

A ChangeMaker!

You’re not here just to follow paths—you’re here to forge them.

You don’t just ask, “Why me?”

You declare, “Why not me?”

So, what can you do right now? Seize control of what’s in your hands:

Your personal growth. Your professional impact. Your daily habits.

Success isn’t a sprint; it’s a marathon of purposeful actions, consistently executed over time.

Create something impactful. Embrace the chaos. Demand the best from yourself. But most importantly, be the architect of your own destiny in a world craving authentic leaders.

Be a catalyst in a sea of conformity. A beacon of hope in the fog of doubt.

We're the SuperHeroes of our own stories here, shaping futures and rewriting rules. It’s time to live like it — every single day.

??Feeling inspired? Ready to transform your life and make an I.M.P.A.C.T.? Connect with me to start your transformational journey today. Let’s unleash your inner SuperHero together!