The Generous Leader: Unlocking Value Through Humility and Presence

Summary:

In this week’s episode of Show Your Value, Lee Benson sits down with Joe Davis, former Chairman of BCG North America and author of The Generous Leader. Together, they unpack decades of leadership experience to explore how generosity, candor, and self-awareness drive sustainable success in business and life.

Key Topics:

• What it really means to be a "generous leader"

• How humility and clear presence change how people experience your leadership

• Why many leaders confuse fear with accountability

• How consistent follow-through builds trust across any team

• The importance of context and timing in decision-making

• Personal rituals and mindset resets that help leaders stay grounded

Power Quotes:

• "True leadership is about how others experience your presence. Not your words. Your presence."

• "If you’re not growing self-awareness, you're capping your leadership potential."

  
  

• "Consistency isn’t sexy, but it’s how trust is built."

• "The best leaders cultivate clarity, not control."

Learn More:

Joe Davis | Author of The Generous Leader | Former Chair, BCG North

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