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The CEO Playbook: Michael Mulhern on Building High-Performance Teams

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What’s Possible w. Ilene Schaffer
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Jan 22, 2026
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Summary

What does it really take to lead well, not just in theory, but in practice? In this episode of What’s Possible, Ilene Schaffer sits down with Michael Mulhern, Executive Chairman of Epsilon Global and author of “The CEO Playbook,” to unpack 40 years of real-world leadership lessons. Michael shares practical wisdom from leading four private-equity-backed companies across multiple industries, offering a refreshingly honest look at what actually drives performance and culture. From building flat ...