About this episode
Season 4 of Best Manager Ever features insights from top managers and leadership experts.
Best Manager Ever shares hard-earned leadership lessons from the very best and most successful managers in startups and tech. But here’s the twist: Every guest is endorsed by their team as the “best manager ever.” We talk to the guest’s direct reports to learn how they *really* lead, and then unpack that feedback live with the guest. This season we’re leveling up with world-class experts who have spent their careers studying the science of leadership, including professors, authors, and coaches. Season 4 kicks off March 18th, with new episodes every Wednesday wherever you get podcasts. If you’re interested in sponsoring an episode of Best Manager Ever, reach out: sponsor@fortlight.com Join us on Substack Connect with Annie Riley Check out Fort Light to level up your leadership skills Connect with our show’s Producer, Alexis Ramdaou Nominate your Best Manager Ever for the Podcast This is a Production of Fort Light and Now it’s Hear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Host: Annie Riley
Topics covered
- leadership
- management
- expert interviews
- team feedback
- career development
Keywords
- leadership lessons
- successful managers
- team dynamics
- science of leadership
- career coaching
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Fort Light, Acast
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