In this episode, Simon and Moe Vela discuss the importance of gratitude, humility, and authenticity in leadership. They explore overcoming fears, connecting with others, and how humor, music, and values contribute to effective leadership.

Moe also shares anecdotes from his White House experience and 'Unicorn Hunters,' highlighting the necessity for leaders to be transparent and supportive, fostering a respectful, team-oriented culture.

Here's what you are in for:

02:12 Why Gratitude Matters

07:29 Valuing Everyone's Job

10:26 Leading Well and Being Responsible

19:16 Gut Feel vs. Making an Impact

23:24 The Law of the Lid

24:54 Guiding Through Tough Times

25:25 'Unicorn Hunters'-A Dream Show

27:44 Laughter's Role in Leading

29:48 Thinking About Leadership and Success

31:46 Hopes and Challenges for Leaders

36:13 Quick Questions and Thoughts

47:56 Staying True as a Leader

About Moises V. "Moe" Vela Jr.

Meet Moe Vela, CEO of The Vela Group. He's an expert in management with a knack for leading teams to success in business, law, finance, and politics. He shines in start-ups, driving growth with his diverse skills. He's also a motivational speaker and a strong advocate for diversity, working to ensure fairness in every project.

Connect with Moe

Website: https://www.thevelagroup.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unicornhuntermoe/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-vela-group-llc/

About Simon Bowen

Simon Bowen has spent over two decades working with some of the most influential leaders across many complex industries and circumstances. His very clear finding is quite simply that thinking is valued less than doing in almost every situation in our modern world.

However, Simon has conversely observed that the power and success of any business, project or organization will be in direct proportion to the level and quality of thinking of the people and the quality of the idea or ideas on which it is built. As such, Simon is leading the renaissance of thinking.

A sought-after speaker, facilitator and advisor to global leaders, Simon has demonstrated the efficacy of his line method for over 20 years with Fortune 500 companies, heads of Government, the military and private sector in strategic planning, the incubation of innovation, crisis management, and moments of conflict.

Connect with Simon

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonbowen-mm/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/officialsimonbowen/

Website - https://thesimonbowen.com/

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