234: The Hidden Role of Great Leaders | Tim Lupinacci

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Tim Lupinacci, Chairman and CEO of Baker Donelson and author of Everybody Leads, joins Damon Lembi to share his hard-won lessons from a remarkable journey—from a million-dollar mistake early in his career to leading one of America’s largest law firms. In this candid conversation, Tim redefines leadership as everyday influence and impact, showing that anyone—regardless of title—can lead with purpose, resilience, and authenticity.

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Key Leadership Lessons from Tim Lupinacci’s Journey:

  • Redefine leadership: True leadership is about influence and everyday impact, not hierarchy or position.

  • Learn from failure: Mistakes can spark lifelong growth if you meet them with humility and curiosity.

  • Practice self-leadership: Build habits of curiosity, consistency, and self-mastery to sustain long-term success.

  • Cascade your vision: Align purpose from top to bottom by communicating clearly and modeling the behaviors you want to see.

  • Create your leadership aroma: Every interaction leaves an imprint—make yours one of encouragement, gratitude, and trust.

Connect with Tim Lupinacci:

Tim is Chairman and CEO of Baker Donelson, one of the top 100 largest law firms in the U.S., and founder of the nonprofit Everybody Leads. A self-described “leadership junkie,” Tim empowers professionals at every level to own their impact and lead with humility, vision, and heart.

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