163. Leadership Lessons Learned from Ultralight Backpacking with Glen Van Peski

Strong Leaders Serve with Teri Schmidt

Do you feel the urge to simplify your life and leadership while still achieving impactful outcomes?

Our guest today, Glen Van Peski, founder of Gossamer Gear, provides a way to do that, utilizing lessons learned through ultralight backpacking.

Glen shares his unique leadership approach, emphasizing the power of vulnerability, the importance of prioritizing team well-being, and the priceless value of building genuine relationships. He reveals how taking less can lead to a more significant impact, both on the trail and in leadership.

We'll dive into practical lessons about adaptability, overcoming fears, and leading by example, drawing parallels between the minimalist approach in backpacking and effective leadership.

Resources:

• Glen's website
• Get Glen's book: Take Less. Do More.: Surprising Life Lessons in Generosity, Gratitude, and Curiosity from an Ultralight Backpacker
• Episode show notes
• Gossamer Gear

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