What “Schitt’s Creek” Teaches Us About Self-Awareness in Leadership

In this episode of Lead With That, Ren and Allison discuss what we can learn about leadership from the TV show “Schitt’s Creek.” Since airing in 2015, the series has become beloved by audiences for its comedic storytelling and its unique take on character development. Though the town of Schitt’s Creek and its characters are fictional, the show offers many lessons on the importance of growth and the strength that comes from the journey to self-awareness. Listen in as Ren and Allison explore what we can learn from the characters’ experiences in the context of leadership.

This is the 4th episode in our special Lead With That series, “Manager Madness,” where we discuss public figures, real or fictional, who embody leadership through both their actions and ability to inspire others. Our listeners voted in a “Manager Madness” bracket on social media stories to rank which leaders they would want to work with the most. Over several months, Ren and Allison will be chatting about each of them one by one until we reveal the winner.

 

What to Explore Next:

4 Sure-Fire Ways to Boost Your Self-Awareness- https://www.ccl.org/articles/leading-effectively-articles/4-ways-boost-self-awareness/

Understand Social Identity to Lead in a Changing World- https://www.ccl.org/articles/leading-effectively-articles/understand-social-identity-to-lead-in-a-changing-world/

A Complete Guide to Self-Promotion at Work- https://www.ccl.org/articles/leading-effectively-articles/complete-guide-to-self-promotion/

 

Related Solutions:

Self-Awareness Training for Leaders - https://www.ccl.org/leadership-solutions/leadership-topics/self-awareness-training-leadership/ 

Lead 4 Success®- https://www.ccl.org/leadership-programs/fundamental-leadership-skills-training/

Leadership Development Program (LDP)® - https://www.ccl.org/leadership-programs/leadership-development-program/