This week’s guest is Kathy Miller. Ron and Kathy discussed manufacturing, Kathy’s new book “MORE Is Better,” optimism, psychological safety, and the art of making high-quality connections. An MP3 audio version of this episode is available for download here.

In this episode you’ll learn: 

• Kathy’s favorite quote (2:41)
• Her background (3:01)
• What motivates Kathy to write books (5:14)
• What “more” refers to (6:57)
• The concept of optimism (10:33)
• What psychological safety (15:46)
• Advice for dealing with a difficult leader (21:55)
• High-quality connections and their impact on performance (28:08)
• Personality types and leadership (30:04)
• Using the MORE Mentor AI agent (33:49)

Podcast Resources

• Right Click to Download this Podcast as an MP3
• GA 417 | Steel Toes and Stilettos with Kathy Miller and Shannon Karels
• MORE Is Better
• Kathy’s Website

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