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“Be curious, not judgmental — the best leaders listen, learn, and lift others.”
In this episode of The Business Book Club, we explore Lead It Like Lasso by Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio, a fun, insightful, and refreshingly human take on leadership inspired by one of television’s most beloved characters — Ted Lasso. Blending humour, empathy, and practical lessons, this book uses the charm and optimism of Ted’s coaching philosophy to show that great leadership starts with kindness, authenticity, and belief in others.
The authors draw parallels between Lasso’s approach and modern leadership principles, revealing how empathy, curiosity, and trust can transform teams and workplaces. They break down the psychology of positive influence, the importance of emotional intelligence, and how to lead through connection rather than control.
In this episode, we discuss how Lead It Like Lasso encourages leaders to build cultures of belonging, resilience, and joy. It’s a reminder that great leadership isn’t about being the smartest person in the room — it’s about creating an environment where everyone can shine.
Episode 62 - Lead It Like Lasso
By Marnie Stockman & Nick Coniglio
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About the Author(s)
Dr. Marnie Stockman is a leadership coach, speaker, and CEO with a passion for helping organisations build thriving, people-centred cultures. With a background in education and SaaS, she is known for her expertise in customer success, communication, and human connection in leadership. Marnie’s approach blends academic insight with practical strategies to help leaders inspire, empower, and engage their teams.
Nick Coniglio is a sales and leadership expert with decades of experience in coaching, team development, and performance growth. Drawing on both business acumen and personal storytelling, Nick helps leaders build authentic relationships, nurture talent, and lead with emotional intelligence.
Together, Marnie and Nick bring the world of Ted Lasso to life as a leadership framework — showing that kindness, humour, and heart can be the most powerful tools in any leader’s playbook.
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“A brilliant and heartfelt exploration of leadership through the lens of optimism and empathy — Lead It Like Lasso is a masterclass in people-first leadership.”
— Forbes
