What Is A True Leader?What Is A True Leader?
A Quest for Well-Being
Kevin G. Armstrong
46:25•16 Nov 2020
Redefining Leadership with Kevin G. Armstrong: Accountability and Empathy
“Leaders look to the future, oblivious to who or how many are following. Being an effective manager requires you to efficiently and effectively work through others - to be what Kevin calls a 'manacoach.'”
What makes a true leader? Kevin G. Armstrong, the author of 'The Miracle Manager', believes it's not just about titles or positions. In this episode of 'A Quest for Well-Being', Valeria Teles chats with Kevin, who brings decades of experience as a business consultant and speaker, to explore what it means to lead with purpose and empathy. Kevin shares his unique approach to management, emphasizing the importance of creating cultures of accountability where politics can't thrive.
His concept of a 'manacoach' blends the roles of manager and coach, focusing on working through others to achieve success. Kevin's journey includes teaching, owning businesses, and corporate leadership, giving him a rich perspective on effective management. He highlights how vulnerability, clear vision, and forgiveness play crucial roles in building strong teams and fostering personal growth. If you're looking to understand leadership beyond the traditional norms, this episode offers a fresh and insightful take.

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