Why Great Leaders Still Feel Fear (And Why That's Good) with Rich Lyons | Special Episode
Podcast: Owning Your LegacyPublished On: Tue Sep 22 2026
Description: What does it take to build a business from the ground up, expand internationally, and lead through uncertainty without losing sight of your people?In this episode of Owning Your Legacy, Gail Scott sits down with entrepreneur and author Rich Lyons to discuss insights from his book, Life Is Sales and the sales philosophy that helped him build and sell a $55 million company. Rich shares the real story behind launching a London office, the challenges of scaling a business across continents, and the leadership lessons he learned about perseverance, communication, business growth, and emotional intelligence along the way.The conversation also explores an often-overlooked aspect of leadership: understanding your emotions. Rich opens up about fear, anger, self-awareness, and how emotional intelligence can become a leadership superpower. He explains why great leaders learn to respond with intention, stay grounded through uncertainty, and continue growing both personally and professionally, even in their toughest moments.Topics discussed include:Expanding into new markets and starting from scratchThe "burn the canoes" mindset in leadershipBalancing conviction with business realitiesWhy leaders should overcommunicate during changeLessons from building a business in LondonUsing emotional intelligence as a leadership toolThe difference between intentional and reactive angerWhy fear is part of every growth journeyReading the room through self-awarenessKey lessons from building and selling a $55M companyConnect:Rich Lyons — linkedin.com/in/richardblyons/If you enjoyed the episode please share it with others, and rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. To learn more about me and how I am Owning My Legacy, you can find me on Instagram @LauretteRondenet and online at lauretterondenet.com.
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