The Myth of the All-Knowing Leader: Why Vulnerability is Key to Authentic Leadership with Loretta Stagnitto
Eps. #158 Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
In this episode of the HR Mixtape podcast, host Shari Simpson sits down with Loretta Stagnitto, President and Executive Leadership Coach at Loretta Stagnito Leadership Associates. They delve into the evolving landscape of leadership development, emphasizing the importance of authentic leadership and emotional intelligence in today’s workplace. This conversation is particularly timely as organizations increasingly prioritize employee experience and inclusive leadership amidst the rapid changes brought on by technology and AI.
Listener Takeaways:
Learn how to define authentic leadership through self-awareness and empathy.
Discover why emotional intelligence is crucial for effective leadership and team dynamics.
Explore strategies for leveraging feedback to enhance leadership effectiveness and foster a culture of growth.
Hit “Play” to gain valuable insights that can transform your HR practices!
Guest(s): Loretta Stagnitto, President and Executive Leadership Coach, Loretta Stagnito Leadership Associates
Guest(s): Loretta Stagnitto, President and Executive Leadership Coach, Loretta Stagnito Leadership Associates
Loretta is an Executive and Leadership Development Coach (Corporate Coach U Certified Graduate) and an executive advisor, author, trainer, and workshop facilitator. She helps grow and advise leaders whom people want to work for and follow.
In 2004, she founded Loretta Stagnitto Leadership Associates, and in 2011, she launched The “I Know” System ™ for Personal and Team Leadership Development. Loretta developed this unique coaching methodology after years of studying how good managers become great leaders and how productive individuals become high-performing.
Loretta Stagnitto Leadership Associates, LLP is an online coaching and training company specializing in Executive, Leadership, and High-Performance Team Development, as well as workplace mental health and wellness, including addressing burnout and anxiety, and delivering Mental Health First Aid training.
