Authentic Leadership and Parenting with David Madeira
Episode Links:
LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-madeira-66b9908
Summary:
In this episode of The Corvus Effect, David Madeira, a former Division One athlete from the University of Pennsylvania, shares his journey of redefining success on his own terms. From leading significant business turnarounds to prioritizing his role as a father during his daughter Caroline's theatrical journey, David demonstrates how authentic leadership means supporting others' dreams while staying true to one's values. The conversation explores his experience on Penn's lacrosse team that made the Final Four, the leadership lessons he carried into his professional life, and his conscious decision to prioritize parenthood over lucrative career opportunities. His concept of finding one's "North Star" provides a compelling framework for making life's most important decisions. David's creation of enduring father-daughter traditions and his unwavering presence at his daughter's theatrical events exemplify how successful leaders can master the balance between career aspirations and family connections.
Show Notes:
00:32 Meet David Madeira: Redefining Success
01:32 Lessons from Lacrosse: Teamwork and Leadership
03:43 Corporate Turnarounds and Leadership Insights
06:02 Influence Without Authority
09:44 Entrepreneurship and Family Priorities
11:42 Balancing Career and Family
15:36 Supporting Caroline's Dreams
17:30 Balancing Parenthood and Personal Time
19:35 Guiding Through Life's Choices
26:35 Creating Traditions and Bonding
28:28 Supporting Through Thick and Thin
30:11 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
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