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In this episode, Derek Oaks unpacks one of the most defining traits of great leadership—empathy. Through a deeply personal story about nearly losing his son while preparing for deployment, Derek reveals how empathetic leadership from his commander kept him grounded, capable, and effective during the hardest season of his life. This powerful episode highlights the real difference between narcissistic leadership and empathetic leadership, why empathy strengthens accountability, and how true leaders support without disempowering.

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