The #1 Job of a Leader is to Replace Yourself

Show Notes

In this episode of Start With a Win, Adam Contos sits down with Jonathan Bennett, a seasoned executive, advisor, and coach who has walked the path from building a thriving consulting firm to reinventing his career with deeper purpose.

Together, they peel back the curtain on what most leaders avoid discussing - transitions, fulfillment, and the hidden weight of leadership. With candor and insight, Jonathan shares stories of growth, reinvention, and the art of truly listening - offering a rare window into the challenges and opportunities that come with leading at the highest levels. This is a conversation that will make you pause, reflect, and rethink how you define success and leadership in your own journey.

In this Episode: 

00:00 Intro
01:59 A single aha moment…
03:56 Oh no who is leaving…do you have this in place?
07:05 I spotted these core competencies and knew this person was the next CEO!
10:55 Need to go on this journey to get unstuck.
15:25 How can leaders benefit from listening however not just listening but this! 
20:25 Are we wandering or focusing?
24:25 Start not here but here for this management!