In this episode, we’re back to call BS on even more business myths that sound good in theory but fall apart in the real world.

Last time, we tackled the so-called talent war, high-performing teams, and the search for “real leaders.” Today, we’re taking aim at three more corporate narratives that get repeated endlessly but rarely hold up under scrutiny:

“People don’t leave bad companies, they leave bad managers.”
“Everyone is replaceable.”
“Automation is always a good thing.”

If you've worked in the system long enough, you’ve probably seen the cracks in these ideas too. We’re pulling from years of lived experience, honest conversations, and a mountain of reading to unpack why these talking points persist, and why they’re often used to deflect responsibility or justify bad decisions.

Are these just oversimplified slogans? Wishful thinking? Or something more intentional?

Let’s dig into the nuance, challenge the narratives, and keep pushing for a more honest conversation about how work really works.

Additional resources:

• Discover The Top 5 Reasons Workers Want To Quit Their Jobs
• It’s Time To Stop Behaving As If Everyone Is Replaceable
• The Negative Effect of Automation - Easy Sociology

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Welcome to the episode that strips away the buzzwords, the motivational posters, and the ego-driven nonsense. We're diving into the real truth about leadership, the kind no one warns you about until you’re in it. If you’re a Millennial or Gen Z professional stepping into leadership (or thinking about it), this episode is your backstage pass. We’re talking about the mess, the loneliness, the lack of appreciation, and the fact that leadership isn’t a title, it’s a responsibility you earn.

This is about real leadership, the uncomfortable, human, often unglamorous stuff that actually makes a difference.

What’s In It For You?

• Real-life stories from someone who led teams, programs, and people before their 30s — no theory, just truth.
• Hard-earned lessons about navigating messy team dynamics, emotional weight, and leadership without a playbook.
• Clarity on what leadership really looks like vs. what your company, your job title, or social media might sell you.
• A mindset shift that will help you grow your career on your terms — without selling your soul.
• Purpose and perspective: Learn why the hard parts of leadership are actually what make it deeply fulfilling.

If you’re tired of being managed and ready to start actually leading — this is the episode that might just shift your path.

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Whether you’re leading a team or working for someone who is, you’ve probably seen (or experienced) some of the classic management fails. In this episode, we’re calling out five of the most damaging mistakes managers make from micromanaging and ego trips to treating people like tools instead of human beings.

But this isn’t just a vent session. We’re digging into the why behind these mistakes what drives them, why they happen at all levels, and how to avoid falling into the same traps. We also talk about how managers are often set up to fail by broken systems, and how that tension shows up for everyone on the team.

What’s in it for you?

🔹 If you’re a manager, you’ll learn:

• How to spot and fix the behaviors that are quietly undermining your leadership
• How to build trust, delegate better, and ditch the micromanaging habits
• The exact mindset shift that separates good managers from forgettable ones

🔹 If you’re not a manager:

• You’ll finally understand why some managers act the way they do (even when it sucks)
• How to manage up and protect yourself from the fallout of poor leadership
• A sneak peek at what not to do if you ever step into a leadership role

This episode’s got honesty, hard lessons, and a few uncomfortable truths but if you’re serious about improving your work life (or your leadership), you’ll walk away with real tools and a better understanding of how to navigate it all.

Hit play, this one’s worth it.

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Ready to take your personal development to the next level? Visit www.theleadershipmovement.net to request access to our FREE quick start guides, self-assessments, and other resources that you can use to turn your new knowledge into practice.