Read and Lead with Danny Brassell: Lead to Succeed 82
Developing a good reading habit is important for children and adults alike. Not only does it improve one’s communication skills, but it also serves as a catalyst in becoming an effective leader.
This episode, which features Dr. Danny Brassell, delves into the profound relationship between reading and leading. Danny, who is an educator, an advocate for reading, and a leader, believes that effective leaders are always good readers.
Danny has spoken to over 3,500 audiences worldwide and authored 16 books, including his latest, “Leadership Begins with Motivation”. He is the co-founder of www.theREADINGhabit.com, the world’s top reading engagement program.
Listen in and learn how good readers make good leaders.
Key Talking Points of the Episode:
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[02:20] How Danny Brassell started his journey as an educator, a reading advocate, and a leader
[06:40] How Danny transitioned from being an education to leadership
[09:38] The importance of reading and tips to make it a habit
[19:57] A failure that later prepared and helped Danny for greater success
[24:09] Rapid fire questions
Standout Quotes from the Episode:
“What works with a 12th grader does not necessarily work with a kindergartener, but what works with a kindergartener works with all age levels.”
“I don’t believe in equality… What I believe in is fairness.”
“There are plenty of readers that don’t become effective leaders, but I have never read about an effective leader that was not an avid reader.”
“Surround yourself with positive people and feed your mind with really good books.”
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