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Peter Cimoroni: The One-Word Answer to What Makes Great Leaders

The Operator's Code··3 August 2026·43 min

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What makes great leaders great? People have written books on this subject. My guest today, Peter Cimoroni, answers with just one word. And it's a word I'm thinking about more and more since our conversation. This episode is packed with wisdom earned in the trenches over many years leading organizations of all sizes. If you're a young leader looking to fast track your learning curve, this is a must-listen. In This Episode: 0:00 Intro 3:42 The Ability To Endure 10:07 The One Word That Separates Great Leaders 19:18 Building An Efficient, Not A Siloed Business 25:40 Timeless Lessons For Young Leaders 35:22 The Power Most Are Taking For Granted 39:16 You're The Captain Resources: Peter Cimoroni on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cpetercimoroni/ The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954839278/