In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom about Conventional Wisdom, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my friend and incredible business leader, Esther Polson, Founder and CEO of Rare Solutions, LLC. We had a deeply insightful and candid conversation about her career journey, the importance of marketing operations, and her concept of a “Blank Slate Day”a way to reset, refocus, and rejuvenate.

Esther also shared her perspective on leadership, including the pitfalls of fostering a “family” work environment and why mutual respect, rather than fear, is the foundation of a healthy workplace culture. We talked about personal and professional growth, tackling imposter syndrome, and the invaluable lesson of understanding business finances. Her insights were honest, practical, and inspiring, and I can’t wait for you to hear them.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

How a Blank Slate Day can reset focus and clarity for leaders
Why mutual respect, not fear, should guide workplace culture
Lessons on financial literacy and understanding business operations
How to navigate credit, recognition, and accountability in the workplace
Leadership strategies for handling underperformance and delivering tough feedback
Insights from tech company culture and the dot-com boom and bust
Overcoming imposter syndrome and building self-confidence

This conversation is packed with practical insights and unconventional lessons for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone rethinking what success truly means.

Listen, learn, and don’t forget to share with someone who needs this!

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with David Allred for a powerful and honest conversation about leadership, vulnerability, and what it means to truly show up for yourself and the people you serve.

David shares the lessons he has learned across a career shaped by curiosity, resilience, and the desire to create meaningful human connection. We explore the importance of integrity in leadership, why discomfort is often the doorway to growth, and how to navigate the moments that challenge your identity both personally and professionally.

We also talk about the power of telling the truth, embracing your authentic self, and understanding the deeper motivations that drive your decisions. David’s perspective on creating trust, listening deeply, and leading with intention offers practical wisdom for anyone looking to elevate their career, relationships, or inner life.

This conversation is filled with warmth, insight, and the kind of honesty that inspires transformation. I cannot wait for you to hear it.

What you will learn in this episode

✨ How vulnerability strengthens leadership and builds trust

✨ Why discomfort is often the key to personal and professional growth

✨ How to stay true to yourself in moments of high pressure

✨ The importance of self reflection and honest communication

✨ How to navigate identity, purpose, and the pursuit of meaningful work

✨ Practical insights for leading with clarity, connection, and intention

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In this episode of Unconventional Wisdom About Conventional Wisdom, I sit down with Giorgio Natali, Head of Software Engineering and a leader in AI analytics, for a conversation that left me both inspired and deeply reflective about the future of technology and our place in it as humans. Giorgio and I explore the idea of digital dignity, what ethical AI looks like in practice, and how companies can build systems that protect people rather than exploit them. We talk openly about leadership, empathy, vulnerability, and why so many organizations struggle to create environments where people genuinely thrive.

I also loved hearing about the unconventional habits that have shaped his career, his passion for DJing, and the surprising ways creativity influences his approach to engineering and leadership.

Inside this episode, I invite you to explore ✨ What digital dignity truly means and why it matters today ✨ How to think about AI ethics, privacy, and responsible data use ✨ Why empathy, humility, and psychological safety are essential in modern leadership ✨ The realities of navigating corporate cultures and finding the environment that fits you and so much more.

This conversation is rich with insight, honesty, and real world wisdom, and I am excited for you to hear it.