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The Experimental Leader

The Experimental Leader

Accountability Starts Within with JD Johnson

Oct 13, 2026 · 17m

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What if becoming a better leader starts with looking inward? In this episode of The Experimental Leader Podcast , Melanie Parish and Dr. Mel Rutherford sit down with JD Johnson to explore personal accountability, emotional intelligence, and authentic leadership. They discuss why understanding your values, motivations, and emotional triggers is essential to leading yourself and others effectively. JD shares her work on Accountable Leadership Intelligence and the importance of making emotional intelligence practical. The conversation also explores why high-performing employees often struggle when promoted into leadership, how setting boundaries supports authentic leadership, and how to use AI…