Inside the Minds of CEOs Who See Emotions as Threats

I Wish You Knew

🎙️ Are emotions a liability for leaders? In this eye-opening episode, Brian Goldstein, Andrey Korikov, and Adam Lane Smith unpack the surprising truth about why avoidant attachment styles just might be a leader’s secret weapon. If you've ever wondered how top CEOs manage to stay cool under pressure, build high-performing teams, and still get results, this conversation is for you.

Brian, Adam, and Andrey keep it real with stories from the field, so you’ll walk away with fresh insights on managing people, tackling burnout, and making the tough calls that drive results. Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or just curious about the psychology of leadership, get ready for one of the most refreshingly honest conversations on leadership out there.

✨ Key Highlights You Can’t Miss ✨:

👉 Why some CEOs believe showing feelings is a liability and how this mindset impacts workplace culture.

👉 Brian Goldstein’s ruthless approach to leadership, and his perspective on why empathy has its limits.

👉 Why top executives believe turning off emotions is crucial, even at the expense of personal relationships.

👉 Why CEOs need emotional resilience to build lasting, productive relationships.

👉 Why attachment struggles lead many leaders to a lonely path, driving them away from loved ones and close connections.

👉 How understanding attachment styles can reshape a leader’s approach to business and life.

Get ready for a revealing look at the emotional sacrifices behind high achievement, as successful CEOs open up about the real price of leadership. 🎧

If you enjoyed this episode, you will probably love our episode titled ‘Greg Witz on the Real Reason Leaders Struggle with Team Dynamics’

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=shared&v=55rzJ_qU2uw

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The next episode drops Thursday :)

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