In this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, host Mahan Tavakoli engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Pete Steinberg, a seasoned rugby coach, leadership consultant, and author of the book, Leadership Shock: Using Authenticity to Navigate the Hidden Dangers of Career Success. With a rich background in coaching women's rugby at Penn State and leading the U.S. Women’s National Rugby Team, Pete brings a unique perspective to organizational leadership, focusing on the parallels between sports coaching and business leadership.
Pete shares his journey from a mediocre rugby player to a celebrated coach, emphasizing the importance of empowering team members to make strategic decisions and manage their own culture. This approach, he explains, is crucial not only in sports but also in organizational settings where leaders must foster autonomy and accountability. His insights challenge the traditional notion of leadership, advocating for a shift from expertise-based selection to attribute-based selection for leadership roles.
