Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom
Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom
Podcast Description
Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom: Where clichés come to retire and fresh thinking we inspire.
Smart minds don’t think alike—and that’s the point. Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom takes you inside the messy, brilliant, and bold thought processes of high-achieving leaders, entrepreneurs, and out-of-the-box thinkers.
We skip the clichés and spotlight the real talk: the strange decisions that worked, the brilliant ideas that bombed, and the thought patterns that defy the rulebook—but still lead to growth, impact, and the occasional mic drop.
If you’re tired of surface-level advice and crave the kind of wisdom that makes you pause, laugh, and level up—this is your new favorite listen.
Because let’s face it: playing it safe never built anything worth bragging about.
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The podcast explores themes of leadership, entrepreneurship, and innovative thinking. Episodes feature discussions on topics such as imposter syndrome, decision-making in scaling companies, and real-life experiences that challenge conventional wisdom, like the complexities faced during rapid funding periods.
Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom: Where clichés come to retire and fresh thinking we inspire.
Smart minds don’t think alike—and that’s the point. Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom takes you inside the messy, brilliant, and bold thought processes of high-achieving leaders, entrepreneurs, and out-of-the-box thinkers.
We skip the clichés and spotlight the real talk: the strange decisions that worked, the brilliant ideas that bombed, and the thought patterns that defy the rulebook—but still lead to growth, impact, and the occasional mic drop.
If you’re tired of surface-level advice and crave the kind of wisdom that makes you pause, laugh, and level up—this is your new favorite listen.
Because let’s face it: playing it safe never built anything worth bragging about.
In this Episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom Podcast Kim Miller-Hershon sits down with Alan McLaren —former public company CEO and personal branding expert—to unpack what real leadership looks like today.
You’ll hear why:
• Your 5-year plan is probably holding you back
• Speed matters more than perfection
• Leading with heart isn’t soft—it’s strategic
• Imposter syndrome hits everyone (and how to move through it)
Plus:
→ The leadership trap that’s burning out great CEOs
→ Why self-management beats time management
Whether you’re running a company, a team, or your own next big chapter—this episode will challenge how you lead, work, and show up in the world.
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