EP 004: Inspiring Versus Threatening: The Process of Becoming a Better Leader with David Ask

What kind of leader are you aspiring to become? What kind of leader would you like others to see you as? David Ask joins Chuck to talk about the novelty of becoming an “inspiring” leader. David is an author, an entrepreneur, and a leader who’s passionate about building products and building future leaders. He shares anecdotes and life lessons that inspired him to become an inspiring leader and why you should, too. He defines what an inspiring leader is about, the qualities an inspiring leader should possess, and how to cultivate a leadership that inspires. If you’re striving to be a better leader or are reflecting on the way you lead and why it may not be responding well to your team, this is an episode that will be truly beneficial to you.

"I really believe that leadership should start with this idea of authentic centeredness and anchored-ness and a life lived lifting others up around you.” - David Ask

In This Episode, David Ask shares:

• The reason why people often get promoted to their highest level of incompetence
• His mission statement in life became his guiding compass as a leader
• The advantage of having someone who believes you are giving your best in all the things you do
• What "internal culture" means and why every leader must have one
• Why you should aim to become an “inspiring” leader
• The qualities of a leader who has what it takes to inspire someone
• Things you can identify quickly as a leader that brings out resilience, confidence, and a ton of success
• The difference between inspiring leaders and leaders that lead by fear

Resources Mentioned:

• Quorum Global
• StatGuardPlus
• Benjamin Disraeli
• 100 Cups Academy by Jason Elkins

David’s Book Recommendations:

• The Go-Giver Leader: A Little Story About What Matters Most in Business by John David Mann & Bob Burg
• Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence by Kris Kelso

Connect with David Ask:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook

Connect with Chuck Marting:

• Facebook
• LinkedIn