Ep 222: The 12 Leadership Habits of “Unicorns” with William Vanderbloemen

You’ve heard that leaders aren’t born, they’re made. And that’s great news. So what exactly sets exceptional leaders apart from the rest? After studying over 30,000 extensive interviews with top candidates for leadership roles, the standout unicorns at the very top consistently demonstrated strengths in 12 key areas – ranging from self-awareness to decisiveness and more. Anyone can cultivate these habits to become a strong leader.  William shares his experience and findings, as well as draws from his personal journey, transitioning from a pastor to the business world, and highlights the challenges of balancing career aspirations with parenting responsibilities. His relatable stories and actionable insights provide for excelling in both professional and parental roles. In this episode, you will learn how to: Foster Positive Family Dynamics for a Happier Home Life. Cultivate Open Communication to Strengthen Family Relationships. Achieve Work-Life Balance by Implementing Twelve Successful Habits. Develop Self-Awareness to Enhance Personal and Professional Growth. TODAY’S GUEST: William Vanderblumen is the CEO and founder of Vanderblumen Search Group and the author of Be the Unicorn. With a successful track record spanning over 15 years in talent identification and succession planning for organizations, he brings a wealth of expertise to the table.  Prior to his founding Vanderbloemen Search Group, William studied executive search under a mentor with over 25 years of executive search at the highest level. His learning taught him the very best corporate practices, including the search strategies used by the internationally known firm Russell Reynolds. OUR SPONSORS Greenchef.com Use code 60drmeg to get 60% off, plus 20% off your next two months. masimostork.com A revolutionary baby monitor is born! Masimo Stork is a new device to monitor your baby’s health. Skylight Digital Picture Frames are the perfect bridge connecting you to the special moments of those you love! It’s private, pre-loadable, and you can personalize it! Visit SkylightFrame.com FROM THE PRODUCER Discover "How to Talk to Your Kids About Puberty & Sex" – a vital resource for parents with children aged 8 to 18. Equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to have these essential conversations. Visit meekerparenting.com/courses to learn more. Get social with us and take advantage of other resources here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices