Mike Mears: Leadership, Human Nature, and the CIA

What do spies, scientists, and great bosses have in common? Mike Mears, former CIA Chief of Human Capital and founder of the CIA Leadership Academy, joins Foster Mobley on Step Wise for a fascinating, story-filled conversation on what really makes people tick. With experience ranging from the military to General Electric to government intelligence, Mike shares actionable insights drawn from behavioral science, human nature, and decades of leadership work. He also unpacks the ideas behind his new book, Certainty: How Great Bosses Can Change Minds and Drive Innovation. You’ll leave this conversation with tools—and a mindset—that could change the way you lead.

You can find out more about Mike Mears on his website: https://bit.ly/4jPoGaR

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Purchase his book here: https://amzn.to/4lQxT4E

Hosted by Foster Mobley
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Additional support from Amber Jillard Consulting

Music for Season 3 composed and performed by Philip Aaberg. Courtesy of Sweetgrass Music.