# Why Great Managers Practice Self-Leadership and Build Trust: A Conversation with Kent Vaughn (Part 1) | Ep10

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Podcast: [Candor & Courage At Work®](https://stenobird.com/podcast/candor-courage-at-work-7080621)
Published: 2025-07-01T05:18:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1297

## Resource

No one brings their A-game to work for a manager who doesn’t “walk the talk.” In this episode, executive coach Kent Vaughn joins us to explore what it really takes to lead with integrity… starting with yourself. From self-leadership and personal accountability to giving (and receiving) feedback, Kent breaks down the core habits that separate great leaders from the rest. You’ll learn why intentions don’t build trust, how to use the “mirror test” to stay aligned with your values, why vulnerability accelerates leadership growth, and how strong manager-employee relationships impact both retention and performance. Resources Mentioned: Three Keys of Execution Everyone Can Lead It’s Your Ship Blaze Performance Get Clear Living About the Guest: Kent Vaughn is the CEO & Co-Founder of Blaze Performance and Co-Founder of Get Clear Living. Before launching his own companies, he held leadership roles at Kimberly-Clark and Franklin Covey, where he worked closely with executive teams to improve strategy and execution. Over the past 30 years, Kent has partnered with hundreds of organizations to strengthen operational leadership, boost employee engagement, and drive organizational performance. You can connect with him on LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/kent-vaughn-a75a795). Learn more at candorandcourageatwork.com & connect with us on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hr-habitude

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