Episode #58. How to Recognize and Overcome Selfish Leadership: A Conversation with Josefine Campbell

What if the traditional view of leadership—an individual who is assertively bold, visionary, and all-powerful—was actually harmful? What if leadership is not about commanding authority but interpersonal relationships, collaboration, self-awareness, and authenticity?

In this episode of the Value Creators Podcast, Hunter Hastings speaks with Josefine Campbell, international business coach and author of 12 Tools for Managing a Selfish Leader: Unlocking Authenticity for Resilience. Josefine shares how toxic leadership dynamics can damage organizations and individuals—and how employees and leaders alike can protect themselves and build resilience.

Key insights include:

• Why the traditional leadership myth is outdated and how a more human-centered approach is needed.
• How selfish leaders manipulate employees and erode company culture.
• The role of energy management in maintaining resilience against toxic leadership.
• Why self-awareness and authenticity are essential for outstanding leadership.
• The importance of corporate culture in preventing toxic leadership behaviors.
• Practical tools like the Awareness Matrix and Values Lighthouse to help individuals navigate difficult leadership situations.

Whether you're a leader striving to improve or an employee dealing with a challenging manager, this episode offers valuable tools to foster authenticity, resilience, and ethical leadership. Learn how to protect yourself from toxic leadership and embrace a leadership model that works for the 21st century.

Resources:

➡️ Learn What They Didn’t Teach You In Business School: The Value Creators Online Business Course

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12 Tools for Managing a Selfish Leader

Power Barometer: How To Manage Personal Energy For Business Success

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