2 - From Startups to Giants: Pillars for Effective Leadership

Eli Igra Serfaty

Published on: 06/01/2026

In this episode of Category Leaders Podcast, host Elijah Serfaty sits down with leadership expert Jim Carlough to explore the core tenets of his book, The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership. Carlough breaks down how essential traits like integrity, empathy, and humor serve as the foundation for building high-performing teams and establishing trust in both sales and management. By addressing common hurdles for new leaders and offering actionable advice on fostering transparency, the conversation demonstrates how these universal principles drive success in both professional and personal spheres.