From Google to Coaching: Eric Wages Essentials for Leadership and Self-Improvement
2024-10-02
Eric Wages is a distinguished leadership coach and entrepreneur with over three decades of experience spanning entrepreneurship, small business consulting, and senior roles in the US government. Eric managed one of Google's largest data center campuses, where he learned invaluable lessons in leadership, connectivity, and self-awareness. Currently, Eric focuses on helping leaders and individuals unlock their potential and achieve remarkable success.
[00:00:16] Guest Introduction – Phil Better introduces guest Eric Wage.
[00:01:32] Eric’s Background – Overview of Eric Wages' professional journey.
[00:02:11] Becoming an Entrepreneur – Eric discusses why he chose entrepreneurship.
[00:03:28] Influence of Google – Phil and Eric discuss the impact of working at Google on entrepreneurship.
[00:04:36] Leadership and Self-Discovery – Eric shares insights on leadership and understanding oneself.
[00:06:09] Personal Growth – Eric talks about personal growth through self-evaluation.
[00:09:50] Empathy and Connection – Discussion on empathy and connecting with others.
[00:12:13] Overcoming Bad Management – Using past experiences with poor management to become a better leader.
[00:16:15] Programming Empathy – Eric explains how he developed empathy as a skill.
[00:19:15] Daily Reflection – Eric’s daily practice for personal improvement and calibration.
[00:23:05] Learning from Mistakes – Insights on improving interaction with others.
[00:24:22] Communication Techniques – Using clear questions to improve communication.
[00:27:17] Defining Success – Eric’s new definition of success in his personal and professional life.
[00:28:33] Connect with Eric – How the audience can connect with Eric for leadership guidance.
[00:29:17] Closing Remarks – Phil Better concludes the episode.
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