124: Lead Like the Boss...with...Andy Freed

124: Lead Like the Boss...with...Andy Freed

From After Dinner Leadership by Simon Fagg

February 16, 2026 · 34 min · Season 3 · Episode 124

About this episode

Simon Fagg discusses leadership with Andy Freed, exploring insights from Bruce Springsteen's approach to leading his band.

In this episode, Simon is joined around the After Dinner Leadership table by Andy Freed. A Business executive, board chair, leadership advisor, and author of Lead Like The Boss, for a compelling conversation on leadership through the lens of one of music’s most enduring icons. Andy explains why Bruce Springsteen isn’t just a legendary performer, but a truly exceptional leader and someone who has inspired generations not only through his music, but through the way he leads his band, connects w...

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Host: Simon Fagg

Guest: Andy Freed

Topics covered

  • leadership
  • business
  • music
  • inspiration
  • management

Keywords

  • leadership
  • business executive
  • Bruce Springsteen
  • Andy Freed
  • music leadership

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Books & works: Lead Like The Boss

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