Episode

365 - The Test of Power: Why Stoic Virtue Matters in Leadership

Podcast: Stoic Coffee Break
Published: Feb 7, 2026
Duration seconds: 1540
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Why does virtue matter in leadership? What happens to a community, a city, a country when there is lack of virtue in leadership? In this episode we’re going to discuss power, leadership, and why virtue matters. "Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power." — Abraham Lincoln Send us Fan Mail The Build an Unbreakable Mind program for building mental discipline is now open for enrollment! My book Stoicism 101 is available! Order here! Fin...