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2nd Jul 2025

Get Real Leadership: Harry Campbell on Culture, Mindsets, and Leading at the Top

In this powerful episode of Speaking With Authority, Jim Koetting sits down with Harry Campbell—former president of Sprint, best-selling author of the Get Real series, and a highly sought-after leadership speaker. Harry opens up about his rise through Procter & Gamble, his leap into entrepreneurship, and the humbling crash that reshaped his view of leadership forever.

Listeners will hear real, unfiltered insights on what it takes to build trust, lead through change, and create a culture where people thrive—not just perform. Harry discusses the current leadership crisis, the alarming drop in employee trust, and how today’s leaders must shift from command-and-control to clarity and influence.

Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, or aspiring leader, this episode is packed with wisdom, candor, and immediately usable lessons—delivered with Harry’s trademark simplicity and heart.

Topics include:

  • How failure can be your greatest leadership teacher
  • Why most leadership training misses the mark
  • The power of transparency and consistent communication
  • Why culture starts with how you show up
  • How to lead people who are smarter than you

You’ll leave this conversation thinking differently about leadership—and more equipped to lead with clarity, courage, and compassion.

YouTube Podcast: https://youtu.be/BVgH76T9-5Y

https://ceomconsulting.com

https://www.harryscampbell.com/

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About the Podcast

Speaking With Authority
Insights from the Stage: Leadership, Coaching, and the Craft of Communication.
Speaking With Authority is the podcast where powerful voices unpack the art and science of leadership, coaching, and communication. Hosted by Jim Koetting, a seasoned speaker and trusted mentor, each episode features in-depth conversations with keynote speakers, leadership experts, and communication pros who influence rooms—and change lives.

Whether you're on stage, in the boardroom, or leading a team, this show will give you the insights, tools, and inspiration to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose. Because real authority doesn’t come from titles—it comes from your voice.

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