How do you lead when your title carries no weight? Army veteran Zachary Leyden explains what horses taught him about leading without authority—and why those lessons matter in the workplace.
In this clip from The MisFitNation, Zachary describes the challenge of communicating with a 1,200-pound animal that has no reason to recognize your rank. You have to pay attention, make clear requests, and understand when to apply pressure and when to release it.
He connects natural horsemanship to leadership, trust, and influence: how you enter a room, listen to others, and respond can shape whether people want to follow you.
Zachary brings experience from Army Long Range Surveillance, his work in tech, and running Ocean View Stables to a conversation about earning cooperation and building stronger relationships.
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