Leadership Lessons You Can’t Miss: Part 2 of This Two-Part Alumni Series

One Thousand Ways To Lead: Leadership skills, people management techniques, and communication strategies to help you grow as a confident, capable leader

In Part 2 of our alumni special, we dive into even more inspiring stories and powerful leadership insights from Vanderbilt Owen graduates Kitty Elshot-Smith, Kris Douglas, and Ryan Lein.

From leading global teams at Bank of America to navigating the challenges of real estate and building successful teams in the corporate world, these alumni share their candid experiences and lessons learned along the way. You’ll hear how they motivate and inspire their teams, create psychologically safe spaces, and adapt to changing circumstances to drive results.

Kitty reflects on the importance of modeling behavior and fostering trust, Kris shares how to keep morale up during tough market conditions, and Ryan reveals his approach to building high-performing teams and measuring leadership success. These stories are packed with actionable advice on teamwork, resilience, and navigating complex leadership challenges.

If you’re looking to sharpen your leadership skills, build better teams, or learn how to thrive in uncertain times, this episode has something for you. Don’t miss Part 2 of this engaging series filled with wisdom, practical tips, and a few fun memories from their time at Owen.

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