Beyond Ego: Leading with Self-Awareness and Courage with Thor Olafsson
In this week’s episode of The extra-Ordinary Leader, I welcome Thor Olafsson, Founder & CEO of Strategic Leadership Group and author of Beyond Ego.
Thor has built and led multiple businesses, and through that experience, he has uncovered something many leaders overlook: our egos. They can drive us forward, but they also sabotage us when left unchecked.
Together, we unpack the ego types—how they show up in leadership, how they can be both a gift and a liability, and what it really takes to lead with courage and self-awareness. Thor also shares why leadership development has become a non-negotiable investment for organisations that want to attract, retain, and grow top talent in today’s competitive environment.
Inside This Episode:
What ego really means in a business context.
The nine ego types—and how they undermine leaders when unchecked.
Why self-awareness is the cornerstone of modern leadership.
The true ROI of leadership development.
How leaders can move beyond fear and into purpose.
This is a powerful conversation for anyone who wants to better understand themselves as a leader—and inspire their teams to run, not limp, into the future.
Thor’s book Beyond Ego: https://www.beyondego.com
Strategic Leadership Group: https://www.strategicleaders.com
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