How executives make good decisions
Executive presence isn’t just about communication. It’s also about making good decisions. In this episode, we discuss how to use leadership intuition in decision making when the stakes are high. Featuring Samyr Qureshi, CEO and co-founder of Knack, this conversation dives into the internal compass behind career growth, how to trust your gut when data falls short, and what it really takes to lead with clarity, confidence, and conviction in today’s fast-moving world. Key Points: 🔑 Why Jeff Bezos trusts intuition over analysis in his biggest decisions 🔑 How to distinguish between fear and intuition 🔑 What happens when you ignore your gut, and how to recover 🔑 Pushing back on powerful voices with respect and clarity 🔑 Small, calculated risks vs. the all-in leap 🔑 Why storytelling and mindset are central to building trust in yourself 🔑 A simple but powerful lens for prioritizing what matters most in your career 🎯 Whether you're operating in a high-growth startup or navigating the politics of a large corporation, your ability to tap into intuition may be your greatest edge in leadership and personal development. Subscribe to @rustygaillard for more career and leadership content Follow Rusty on LinkedIn / rustygaillard Follow Samyr on LinkedIn / samyrq

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