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272: The 5 Cs That Make People Trust You | Damon Lembi
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Learn as if you’ll live forever. Lead as if you’re always becoming.
In this energizing solo episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, host Damon Lembi takes us on a deep dive into his signature “Five C’s” framework—a roadmap for leaders who want to double down on their human advantage in an AI-driven world. Drawing on his own journey and packed with relatable stories, Damon reveals why humility opens the door to greatness and how Character, Curiosity, Courage, Confidence, and Community will set you apart as a truly “Learn-It-All” leader. From practical leadership tips to actionable exercises, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to keep learning, support their team, and future-proof their skills as the workplace evolves.
Damon shares how his own struggles (and wins) in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership continue to shape his approach—and why the best leaders are humble, experiment freely, and create spaces where everyone can grow. Whether you’re embracing new AI tools or just trying to build better habits, you’ll come away with inspiring ideas and practical next steps for leading with more humanity in every environment.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why humility is the essential “ticket in” for true personal and professional growth
- How strong character builds trust, especially in uncertain times
- The power of curiosity to transform your learning and open unexpected doors
- Why courage matters more than knowledge—and how taking risks creates real progress
- How confidence is built through reps, reflection, and celebrating mistakes as learning opportunities
- The value of giving back and building community to cement your own learning and uplift others
Timestamps:
00:00 – The Gandhi quote that grounds today’s leadership lesson
00:14 – The “human advantage” in an age of AI
00:32 – Introducing the Learn-It-All 5Cs framework
01:02 – Why humility is non-negotiable for leaders
01:45 – The first C: Character—integrity when no one’s watching
02:41 – The second C: Curiosity—how, and why, to never stop learning
03:29 – Is AI killing curiosity, or supercharging it? Damon’s take
04:01 – Courage: why learning requires stepping outside your comfort zone
05:06 – Real-life stories: Damon on podcasting, public speaking, and a teammate’s growth
06:10 – Building confidence through courage and regular practice
06:35 – The leader’s job: Growing your team’s skills and confidence
07:20 – Community: giving back to learn even more
08:22 – Recap: the five Cs and the foundation of humility
09:37 – How to encourage confident experimentation (especially with new AI tools)
10:04 – Staying present, slowing down, and appreciating what makes us human
10:35 – Free resources: Book and self-assessment to jumpstart your growth
10:47 – Call to action: Subscribe, rate, stay curious
About Damon Lembi
Damon Lembi is a 3x bestselling author, the host of The Learn-It-All™ Podcast, and CEO of Learnit – a live learning platform that has upskilled over 2 million people. Drawing from his prior baseball career, Damon brings an athlete’s perspective to leadership. Through his journey, he has gained invaluable insights into what helps organizations grow, how great leaders learn, and why learn-it-all companies outpace their competitors every time.
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