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Choosing Leadership with Sumit Gupta
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Bonus
Episode 238
Season 1
Leadership Journeys [202] - Viktor Underwood - "When you share your deepest fears openly, you get the absolutely best ideas from the team."
This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.
I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.
I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name.
In this episode, Viktor Underwood, CEO of Quickchannel, shares his remarkable journey from a three-person startup to steering a thriving video communications company.
Viktor dives into the transformative power of radical transparency and trust, revealing how open communication and bold decision-making shaped his approach to leadership.
He reflects on navigating tough times like mergers and layoffs, and the invaluable lessons learned about resilience and teamwork.
For leaders facing their own challenges, Viktor’s story offers powerful insights into leading with authenticity and courage.
Tune in to discover how embracing transparency can not only strengthen your team but also create lasting impact.
You can find Viktor Underwood at the below links
In the interview, Viktor shares
- “Viktor Underwood’s leadership journey started in a basement office, choosing risk over comfort – a choice that set him on a transformative path.”
- “From overseeing mergers to navigating layoffs, Viktor reveals how radical transparency can unlock trust and resilience in an organization.”
- "By openly sharing the challenges we face, we strengthen our team’s commitment and creativity.' - Viktor Underwood on the power of transparency.”
- “What happens when leaders make bold, unconventional choices? Viktor’s story shows the strength that comes from embracing the road less traveled.”
- “Transparency and trust: Viktor’s approach to leadership is grounded in the belief that open communication builds stronger, more cohesive teams.”
- "The road to growth isn’t easy, but it’s worth it.' Viktor Underwood discusses his journey from a three-person startup to CEO of Quickchannel.”
- “Creating safe spaces for open dialogue – Viktor explains how anonymous Q&As in team meetings transformed company morale.”
- “Leadership can be a lonely path, but supportive networks and mentors have been essential for Viktor’s mental well-being and decision-making.”
- “Viktor’s future vision? Dominating the video platform market in the Nordics and driving growth with grounded, clear-sighted leadership.”
- “Leadership is a choice. Viktor’s story reminds us to choose transparency, resilience, and authenticity in every challenge we face.”