In this episode of Great Talent Great Business, Rob Levin chats with Mark Taylor—CEO coach, entrepreneur, and leadership expert—on what truly separates great leaders from the rest. They dive into why leadership development is often overlooked, the power of CEO peer groups, and how Positive Intelligence helps leaders manage stress, build resilience, and stop self-sabotage.

Key Takeaway:

Great leadership isn’t just about strategy—it’s about mindset, and that has a critical effect on the success of small and mid-sized businesses. Through CEO peer groups, leaders can gain valuable insights and uncover blind spots that hinder progress.

Positive Intelligence is a powerful tool for managing stress, building resilience, and shifting from self-sabotage to success. By identifying personal saboteurs (like the hyper-achiever mindset) and strengthening mental fitness, leaders can create a more engaged, high-performing team while improving their own decision-making and well-being.

Questions I ask Mark:

[2:04] What’s the best advice you can give small and mid-size business owners to spot and grow strong leaders?

[3:26] What traits have you seen work really well when it comes to spotting potential leaders?

[4:08] Why should a business owner consider joining a CEO peer group?

[5:46] Can you tell us more about Positive Intelligence and why it’s important for business owners?

[7:45] How does Positive Intelligence help business owners shift their mindset and build more resilience?

[12:58] What percentage of your Positive Intelligence clients that go through the program, roll this out to some of the members of their team?

[15:11] What are the strongest leadership characteristics you’ve seen in the most successful businesses?

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