Vulnerability: A Key to Effective Leadership, feat. Colleen Malmassari of Back40 Advisors

In this episode of 'Confessions of a Terrible Leader,' Layci Nelson welcomes Colleen Malmassari, founder of Back40 Advisors, to discuss the intricacies of leadership and HR operations. They delve into Colleen's journey from accounting to HR, the challenges of managing back-office functions, and the importance of small, sustainable changes in business. The conversation also touches on vulnerability in the workplace and the impact of personal backgrounds on leadership styles.

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Chapters

00:00:03 Introduction to Confessions of a Terrible Leader

00:00:27 Meet Colleen Malmassari

00:00:56 Colleen's Journey from Accounting to HR

00:01:52 The Importance of Back-Office Functions

00:03:53 Vulnerability and Leadership

00:06:05 Mindset Shifts and Executive Coaching

00:08:20 Compliance and Communication Challenges

00:12:37 The Role of Relationships in Business

00:17:11 Leadership Mistakes and Lessons Learned

00:23:23 Conclusion and Call to Action

Keywords:

leadership, HR operations, vulnerability, business strategy, sustainable change

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