# On Decision Making Quality/ Guest: Phil Neil, CEO, Founders Compass

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Podcast: [For Leaders By Leaders](https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-leaders-by-leaders-7058839)
Published: 2026-02-12T10:11:32+00:00
Episode link: https://ForLeadersByLeaders.podbean.com/e/on-decision-making-quality-guest-phil-neil-ceo-founders-compass/
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## Resource

Decision-making isn’t just about data, it’s about judgment, emotion, and leadership under pressure. Phil Neil, CEO of Founders Compass, brings a powerful perspective shaped by building a $70M company and losing it in a devastating fire. Phil reveals how leaders can cut through information overload, develop sharper intuition, and navigate emotional patterns that influence critical decisions. This episode is a masterclass in resilience, clarity, and leading yourself before you lead others. Tune in to this episode as we explore: (02:00) Introduction and Phil Neil’s background (05:33) Pressure, founders and inner resilience (12:13) Finding your anchor (14:36) Leading yourself through hard moments (16:26) Leadership archetypes and personal transformation (20:30) Personality patterns and better decisions (23:44) Courage without a clear plan (29:46) Building self-awareness and balance (32:33) Mindful decisions and strategic clarity (35:28) Better leaders build better businesses Connect with Phil Neil here: Phil Neil on LinkedIn Interested in developing more effective leadership skills? Connect with Cinga today here.

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