Episode 9: Leadership Insights with Alex Preukschat

"If you want unconventional success, take unconventional approaches." 🌟

In this episode, I reconnect with Alex Preukschat, a global leader in blockchain, digital identity, and market strategy. With over a decade of experience in the crypto space, Alex has led high-performance teams and authored multiple books on Bitcoin, blockchain, and self-sovereign identity (SSI), including Self-Sovereign Identity and Blockchain: The Industrial Revolution of the Internet.

Beyond technology, Alex is deeply invested in personal growth, leadership, and the power of human connection. His career journey is a testament to continuous reinvention and the ability to navigate transitions—both professional and personal.

💡 Tune in to discover:

• Why human connection is the most valuable leadership skill.
• Alex’s unconventional take on hiring and promotion—why attitude, high standards, and integrity matter more than technical skills.
• His biggest accomplishment: building strong relationships—from family to friendships and professional networks.
• The importance of self-awareness and breaking free from conditioning to find balance in leadership and life.
• 🌱 New! A deep dive into life and career transitions—introducing a new question about navigating the neutral zone, the often messy and uncertain middle stage of change.

🌟 Plus: Rapid-fire insights, from must-read books to dream jobs and even his plan to cycle from Alaska to Patagonia!

Whether you’re leading a team, navigating a career shift, or reflecting on your personal growth, this episode will inspire you to lead with purpose and curiosity.

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