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Episode 29 · 56 min · September 4, 2025

No Brilliant Jerks w. Caleb Schleder

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In this episode, host Justin McMenamy and guest Caleb Schleder share critical insights into team building and leadership, drawing from their extensive corporate experience. They discuss the importance of trust, psychological safety, and culture curation in building effective teams.  

Strategies for hiring, including prioritizing the right fit over filling positions quickly, and innovative approaches to onboarding and development programs are explored. They also cover the importance of managing team dynamics, including handling underperforming members to maintain a healthy organizational culture.  

The conversation offers practical advice and personal anecdotes with the aim of helping leaders at all levels improve their team-building efforts.

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