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What happens when we take our best performers… and turn them into leaders with little to no training?

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of The Most Important Podcast Ever, Brian sits down with leadership coach and performance expert Ian Watts to explore a reality most organizations don’t talk about enough:

Two-thirds of new leaders receive no formal training.

And the cost?
It’s not just performance.
It’s culture.
It’s engagement.
It’s people.

Ian brings a global perspective and a deep passion for developing leaders the right way—through awareness, intentionality, and real-world application. Together, Brian and Ian unpack what happens when leadership is left to chance… and how we can do better.

This conversation is for anyone who has:

• Been promoted into leadership and felt unprepared
• Worked for a leader who was “figuring it out as they went”
• Or wants to become the kind of leader people actually want to follow

Because leadership isn’t just a title. It’s a responsibility.

• Why top performers don’t automatically become great leaders
• The ripple effect of untrained leadership across teams
• The difference between managing and truly leading
• How to build leadership capability before it’s needed
• Practical insights for new and experienced leaders alike

This is one of those conversations that will make you stop and reflect—not just on leadership… but on your own journey.

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