#0043 - Leading a Startup with Jonathan Littman and Susanna Camp

#0043 - Leading a Startup with Jonathan Littman and Susanna Camp

Author: Jon S. Rennie November 1, 2020 Duration: 51:02
Have you ever thought of starting your own company but weren’t sure whether you could do it? Most people think you need to have innovative ideas like Elon Musk or the vision of Steve Jobs. The truth is that entrepreneurs come in all different shapes and sizes. My guests today are Jonathan Littman and Susanna Camp. They have studied thousands of successful entrepreneurs and uncovered some interesting findings. They are the authors of a new book called The Entrepreneur’s Faces: How Makers, Visionaries, and Outsiders Succeed. They both have spent years helping people in the start-up community and each has a deep passion for entrepreneurship and innovation. This book offers a new, human-centric model to guide startup leaders. If you were wondering if you have the right stuff to start a business, this is your podcast. The Entrepreneur’s Faces book Jonathan Littman on Twitter Susanna Camp on Twitter Inc. Article featuring Jonathan Littman and Susanna Camp _____ Become a leader worth following today with these powerful resources: Purchase my bestselling leadership book "I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following" Subscribe to my leadership newsletter Follow Jon S Rennie on Twitter Follow Jon S Rennie on Instagram Follow Jon S Rennie on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For anyone who’s ever felt that leadership advice can be too theoretical or disconnected from reality, Deep Leadership offers a grounded alternative. Host Jon S. Rennie operates from a simple, powerful belief: “Leadership is a People Business.” This isn’t about abstract concepts; it’s about the tangible, often messy work of guiding teams and organizations. Jon brings a unique perspective shaped by his time as a Cold War Submarine Officer and over two decades leading within Corporate America before founding his own manufacturing company. In each episode, he translates that extensive experience into practical, actionable insights you can apply immediately. The conversations here delve into the core of what makes leadership work-or fail-across business, culture, and society. You’ll hear from Jon and a variety of expert guests as they explore the philosophical and practical dimensions of guiding people, discussing everything from daily management challenges to broader cultural forces that shape how we work. This podcast is built on the conviction that leadership matters profoundly, and that getting it right requires depth, reflection, and a relentless focus on the human element. Tune in for thoughtful discussions that cut through the noise and get to the heart of leading well.
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