Encountering difficult people is unavoidable. The best leaders learn how to manage their responses toward difficult people rather than mirroring their behavior. In this episode I share practical strategies for handling challenging individuals while maintaining your leadership edge.

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Here's what we cover in this episode:
What makes someone a difficult person. (1:48)
Why reacting emotionally gives difficult people power over you. (4:50)
How to respond to difficult people. (6:19)
How to manage difficult people without losing a leadership edge. (7:30)

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Recognized as one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.

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Encountering difficult people is unavoidable. The best leaders learn how to manage their responses toward difficult people rather than mirroring their behavior. In this episode I share practical strategies for handling challenging individuals while maintaining your leadership edge.
Download the application guide: <a href="https://bit.ly/4bjln8M">https://bit.ly/4bjln8M</a>&nbsp;
Here's what we cover in this episode:
<ol>
<li>What makes someone a difficult person. (1:48)</li>
<li>Why reacting emotionally gives difficult people power over you. (4:50)</li>
<li>How to respond to difficult people. (6:19)</li>
<li>How to manage difficult people without losing a leadership edge. (7:30)</li>
</ol>
Special thanks to our sponsor <a href="https://resources.belaysolutions.com/andy">BELAY</a> for offering a free download of their ebook, 10 Tactics to Boost Productivity. This resource is full of helpful tips to make your workdays more sustainable, productive, and fulfilling.&nbsp;Just text the word ANDY to 55123 to claim your free ebook now.&nbsp;
Recognized as one of Forbes'&nbsp;<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2023/12/31/new-year-new-leader-6-leadership-podcasts-to-listen-to-in-2024/?sh=5a71451b70c8" data-stringify-link="https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2023/12/31/new-year-new-leader-6-leadership-podcasts-to-listen-to-in-2024/?sh=5a71451b70c8" data-sk="tooltip_parent">6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024</a>&nbsp;and one of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.industryleadersmagazine.com/best-leadership-podcasts-to-stay-in-the-know-for-ceos/" data-stringify-link="https://www.industryleadersmagazine.com/best-leadership-podcasts-to-stay-in-the-know-for-ceos/" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs</a>, according to&nbsp;Industry Leader Magazine.
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Where to find Andy:
<ul>
<li>Instagram: <a href="https://bit.ly/3qjT0UH">@andy_stanley</a></li>
<li>Facebook: <a href="https://bit.ly/3CpqrrL">Andy Stanley Official</a></li>
<li>X: <a href="https://bit.ly/43CsaW8">@andystanley</a></li>
<li>YouTube: <a href="https://bit.ly/43fKDrv">@AndyStanleyOfficial</a></li>
</ul>

A conversation designed to help leaders go further, faster. Rooted in providing practical advice for both emerging and veteran leaders, the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast equips leaders with the necessary tools for continuous improvement and lasting impact. One of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To and recognized as one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs by Industry Leader Magazine. Andy Stanley is a pastor, communicator, author, and the founder of North Point Ministries in Alpharetta, Georgia. For additional information, visit andystanley.com.

A conversation designed to help leaders go further, faster. Rooted in providing practical advice for both emerging and veteran leaders, the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast equips leaders with the necessary tools for continuous improvement and lasting impact. One of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To and recognized as one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs by Industry Leader Magazine. Andy Stanley is a pastor, communicator, author, and the founder of North Point Ministries in Alpharetta, Georgia. For additional information, visit andystanley.com.

Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast

Welcome to the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast, a conversation designed to help leaders go further, faster. Rooted in providing practical advice for both emerging and veteran leaders, the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast equips leaders with the necessary tools for continuous improvement and lasting impact. Recognized by Forbes as one of the 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To and as one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs by Industry Leader Magazine. Andy Stanley is a pastor, communicator, author, and the founder of North Point Ministries in Alpharetta, Georgia. For additional information, visit andystanley.com.

Welcome to the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast, a conversation designed to help leaders go further, faster. Rooted in providing practical advice for both emerging and veteran leaders, the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast equips leaders with the necessary tools for continuous improvement and lasting impact. Recognized by Forbes as one of the 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To and as one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs by Industry Leader Magazine. Andy Stanley is a pastor, communicator, author, and the founder of North Point Ministries in Alpharetta, Georgia. For additional information, visit andystanley.com.

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