
The Leadership Habit · 2026-04-10 · 41 min
Summary Most leaders step into their role without formal training. That gap often leads to uncertainty, hesitation, and missed opportunities to build trust early. In this episode of The Leadership Habit, Bruce Mayhew shares practical leadership skills for new leaders, focusing on building confidence, establishing trust, and creating a strong team culture from day one. Meet Bruce Mayhew Bruce Mayhew is a corporate trainer, keynote speaker, and author with over 20 years of experience helping leaders improve team performance and workplace culture. After working in leadership roles at Scotiabank, he saw how leadership directly impacts engagement, trust, and results. His latest book, The Path of an Inspired Leader , is designed as a practical guide covering more than 18 real-world leadership scenarios. Each chapter focuses on situations leaders face, from hiring and feedback to building trust and managing change. Why Leadership Skills for New Leaders Matter More Than Ever Many professionals are promoted into leadership roles without the tools to succeed. They are expected to lead, but never taught how.