Cultivating Courage, Trust, and the ”Human Algorithm” of High Performance with Jamie Crosbie

What really drives high performance? In this episode, global speaker and leadership strategist Jamie Crosbie joins Dr. Rob McKenna and Sabeth Kapahu on the WiLD Conversation Podcast to challenge the metrics-only mindset and champion the human algorithm—where trust, courage, and clarity fuel sustainable success.

Jamie reminds us: “If outcomes are king, then trust is the crown.” Together, they unpack how courageous leadership, emotional intelligence, and reframing failure can transform feedback into fuel—and cultivate cultures where people thrive, not just perform.

If you’re leading in high-pressure spaces, this one’s for you.

Leadership Takeaways:

🔹 Lead with Metrics and Meaning
Performance soars when goals are clear and people feel valued. Don’t skip the "why."

🔹 Courage Builds Trust
Vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s leadership. Own your limits, invite honesty, and watch trust grow.

🔹 Failure Fuels Growth
Ditch the fear. Normalize failure as feedback. Try asking: “What did you fail at today?”

🔹 Self-Awareness > Strategy Alone
Even the best plan falls flat without emotional intelligence. Start within to lead well.

🔹 Find Your People
Leadership isn’t a solo act. Build your circle—mentors, coaches, truth-tellers. No one peaks alone.