How to Build Unstoppable Teams—By Letting Them Fail

The Executive Perspective with Neal Reyes

Are you creating a culture where your team is afraid to fail—or one where they’re empowered to grow?

In this powerful episode, Neal Reyes shares a transformative leadership principle that has shaped his success over nearly three decades in business: failing forward. With transparency, wisdom, and a touch of humor, Neal dives deep into what it truly means to give your team the freedom to stumble—and how that freedom can unlock their greatest growth.

Whether you’re a CEO, a team leader, or simply someone looking to grow personally or professionally, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how mistakes, when handled with care, become launchpads—not liabilities.

🔥 In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How to create a safe environment for growth in your organization
• Why some mistakes are worth making—and others are worth learning from
• The difference between falling backward vs. falling forward
• How to coach and lead through failure with clarity and compassion
• Why failing forward is a secret ingredient to building world-class teams

This isn’t just about leadership—it’s about leading with heart. Tune in for practical strategies, inspiring stories, and actionable insights that will encourage you to lead better, build stronger teams, and grow through every challenge.

🎙️ Listen now—because sometimes, your next big step forward starts with a stumble.

Chapters:

• 00:06 - The Principle of Success in Business
• 03:21 - Failing Forward: Embracing Growth and Leadership
• 11:10 - The Principle of Failing Forward in Leadership
• 17:48 - The Principle of Failing Forward
• 29:06 - Building World-Class Teams through Leadership

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