Unicorn Leaders
The Unicorn Leaders podcast takes a deep dive into the world of building a billion-dollar company (a unicorn) in every episode. Join us while we explore the leadership and environments that create unicorn startups straight from those with first-hand experience (startup founders, VPs of talent, and more). The podcast is hosted by Fahd Alhattab, the CEO of Unicorn Labs and a millennial workplace expert who specializes in providing transformative leadership and team dynamics training for high-growth startups. Fahd has been researching what creates high-performing teams over the last five years. Join him as he asks his guests the hard questions to uncover what it means to be a leader in our fast-paced, information-based world.
Unicorn Leaders
Ep. 5 - Create a Compelling All-Encompassing Vision with Sam Witherspoon (CEO of IMRSV Data Labs)
Have you ever been in a position where you didn’t feel proud of what you were doing in your career? Has your chosen field ever caused you emotional distress?
Sam Witherspoon is the founder and CEO of IMRSV Data Labs, a company dedicated to increasing the safety and security of Canada and its allies through the effective, transparent use of data.
In episode #5, Sam talks about how important it is to not chase money for the sake of making money and staying true to yourself and your vision.
He also discusses how the key to a good team is the relationships you make with those around you and how every company working with clients is at the client’s mercy to some extent.
Lastly, Sam shares the biggest mistake he’s made and how “type two fun” is key to entrepreneurship.
Tune in to hear all about how Sam’s leadership experiences and advice can help you improve your leadership style!