In this conversation, the host interviews Meade Kincke, an executive in the tech industry who runs a luxury brand and provides technology guidance. The discussion focuses on the concept of brutal honesty in leadership. Meade shares his experiences and insights on the importance of delegation, trust, and effective communication within teams. He emphasizes the necessity of being honest with team members, even when it’s uncomfortable, and the value of constructive feedback. The dialogue covers strategies for implementing brutal honesty to promote human flourishing and high-performance cultures. Meade also highlights the significance of having a strong, communicative team and the benefits of in-person interactions to build genuine connections. The episode provides practical advice for both new leaders and those already established, on how to foster transparency and integrity within their organizations.

Links: * Meade Kincke on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/meadekincke/ * “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy” by Douglas Adams  – https://www.amazon.com/-/es/dp/B0009JKV9W?tag=sommardahl-20 * Website: Imperfektus – https://imperfektus.com/ * YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/@Imperfektus

Timeline: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:53 Balancing Multiple Roles 01:37 The Importance of Delegation 02:41 Favorite Books and Their Impact 03:53 Humanizing the Guest 04:22 Embarrassing Mistakes in Tech 07:00 Being Brutally Honest 10:24 Crucial Moments for Brutal Honesty 16:33 Promoting Human Flourishing Through Honesty 22:06 The Importance of Private Criticism 23:15 Challenges of Brutal Honesty in Leadership 27:04 Strategies for Effective Communication 30:37 Building a Culture of Accountability 38:42 Unexpected Benefits of Brutal Honesty 42:15 Advice for New and Established Leaders 45:27 Connecting with Meade Kincke