EP223 - The Neuroscience of Leadership: Why Personality Tests Don’t Predict Success
In this episode, Tyler Dickerhoof interviews Andrew Geesbreght, founder of Prax Leadership, discussing the intersection of neuroscience and leadership. They explore how personality traits are not reliable predictors of leadership success, the importance of self-leadership, and the role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership.
Meet Andrew Geesbreght
Andrew Geesbreght, M.A. is the Founder and Partner of PRAX Leadership, LLC, Geesbreght Capital, LP, and Geesbreght Group LLC. Andrew is a former Owner and COO of PhysAssist Scribes, the nation’s first medical scribe company. PhysAssist transformed the manner in which emergency medicine was practiced in the electronic medical record era. And to this day, PhysAssist is regarded by former clients and employees as having been one of the most reliable and enjoyable places to work in all of healthcare. Since the sale of PhysAssist in 2014, Andrew has dedicated his professional life to the study and implementation of neuroleadership, and its effect on corporate culture.
Andrew has an undergraduate degree in history and political science from Texas Christian University and a Master’s degree in Psychology, with an emphasis in Organizational Leadership from the Chicago School. He lives in Fort Worth, Texas with his wife, their son and daughter, and their dog. In his free time, he changes diapers, enjoys soccer, Luka Doncic, and an occasional date night with his wife.
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