Leading Through Chaos: Scott J. Allen on Building Resilient Leaders in Uncertain Times

What does it take to lead—not just in boardrooms, but in the face of chaos, uncertainty, and even a full-blown societal breakdown? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Scott J. Allen, leadership expert, professor, author, and host of the Practical Wisdom for Leaders podcast, to dive into what truly makes a great leader—especially when times get tough.

From his personal leadership journey to lessons learned working with NASA, the Cleveland Clinic, and Fortune 500 companies, Scott shares insights on developing strong, adaptable leaders in any situation. We’ll talk about the biggest leadership myths, the must-have traits for leading through crises, and what he’d do in a society-down scenario (because, let’s be honest, we’ve all wondered). Plus, he gets real about imposter syndrome, work-life balance, and what he hopes his legacy will be.

If you want to sharpen your leadership skills—whether you're running a company, a community, or just your own life—this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and practical takeaways you won’t want to miss. Tune in now!