Allister Frost | Episode 457

The Team Engagement Podcast – Season 6, Episode 457: Have Confidence to Say “I Don’t Know” with Allister Frost

In this episode, Shawn Richards welcomes Allister Frost, leadership consultant, speaker, and author, for a conversation on why strong leadership begins with the confidence to admit uncertainty.

Allister shares insights from his time as a Microsoft leader and explains why humility is not weakness, but strength. In a fast-changing world, leaders who pretend to have all the answers risk creating fear and disengagement. Leaders who are willing to say “I don’t know” invite collaboration, build trust, and unlock collective intelligence.

Shawn and Allister explore how curiosity fuels adaptability and why trust is foundational to high-performance teams. Allister reflects on an early career experience at Microsoft where being trusted empowered him to grow into greater responsibility.

The conversation highlights the importance of combining a growth mindset with a clear personal mission. Allister emphasizes that future-ready leaders foster emotional awareness, encourage experimentation, and help their teams remain resilient in the face of change.

⭐ About Allister Frost

Allister Frost is a business transformation and growth expert known for his energy and passion for helping others embrace positive change. A former Microsoft leader, he now works as a leadership consultant, speaker, and author.

He is the author of ReadyAlready and delivers highly regarded Future-Ready Mindset presentations that inspire curiosity, imagination, and courageous collaboration. His mission is to help working professionals stay relevant and resilient in a rapidly evolving world.

Allister is dedicated to helping busy people thrive in times of disruption by developing the skills and mindset required to remain adaptable and future-ready. Outside of work, he enjoys gardening, although his family has limited him to lawn care.

Connect with Allister

Connect with Allister:
Website: https://allisterfrost.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfrost

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