From Bagel Shop to Author, with David Mead

David Mead's journey has been guided by his profound belief in the importance of human connection and individual growth. With a genuine focus on human beings, he understands that the key to unlocking potential is by fostering an environment where people feel valued and supported. David shares his experiences working in sales, finding inspiration from Simon Sinek's powerful talk, and ultimately joining Sinek's team to develop an online course. The episode explores David's insights on balancing empowerment and enforcing standards in the workplace, the importance of empathy in accountability, and the concept of mutual accountability in leadership.

 

Show Notes

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • Discovering and articulating your "why" is crucial for finding fulfillment in work

  • Empathy fosters accountability

  • Leaders should prioritize the well-being of their team members

Things to listen for:

[2:28] Influential upbringing and a transformative job
[5:24] Balancing empathy and accountability in leadership
[8:09] Importance of fulfilling basic needs in work
[15:01] Wandering career leads to passion for leadership
[25:17] Entrepreneur turned solopreneur
[30:13] Trust and human connection
[32:36] Changes in perspective, shifting focus to organization
[40:57] Tim’s Take = Empathy expands opportunities, mutual accountability vital.