Beyond The Surface
Welcome to Beyond the Surface—the podcast where real growth begins with real conversations.
I’m Michael A. Benton, and every week we dive into the deep stuff—mindset, purpose, parenting, failure, healing, and how to rebuild your life when things fall apart.
This isn’t surface-level motivation. It’s about transformation—from the inside out. If you’re tired of settling and ready to live with intention, you’re in the right place.
Beyond The Surface
“Leadership Isn’t Control: What Great Leaders Actually Do”
True leadership isn’t about control — it’s about trust, empowerment, and creating an environment where people can grow.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a personal experience that reminded me exactly what kind of leader I strive to be. We’ll explore the difference between leading with fear vs. leading with freedom, why ego has no place in leadership, and what it actually takes to be someone worth following.
You’ll learn:
- Why people need safety more than structure
- The real damage control-based leadership creates
- When strong direction is necessary — and when it’s not
- How to lead without losing yourself or your people
Whether you're leading a team, your family, or just trying to lead yourself better — this conversation will challenge how you show up and what you’re building.
🎧 Listen now and start leading from the inside out.
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