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#112 - PART 2: Wisdom from the Leader’s Soul: Lessons on Purpose, Presence, and People With Dr. James Shin

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Dr. James Shin, author of The Leader’s Soul, returns to explore what it really means to lead with integrity, compassion, and purpose. We go deeper into what happens when leaders stop “climbing the ladder” and start becoming ... embracing growth, gratitude, and meaning over metrics.

James shares timeless lessons from his book, reflections on The Little Prince and Hope for the Flowers, and how rediscovering wonder, faith, and balance transformed his leadership and life. This episode is an invitation to lead with heart, live with clarity, and find fulfillment beyond achievement.

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What We Cover

  • The story behind Hope for the Flowers—and how chasing success often keeps us from transforming

  • Why defining your own version of success is the foundation of true leadership

  • Rediscovering wonder: what The Little Prince can teach us about staying curious and open

  • Lessons from fatherhood, nature, and reflection that shaped James’ personal transformation

  • Building trust in leadership: showing up, listening deeply, and leading by example

  • The art of balance—how to maintain focus, health, and family while building success

  • The founding of Blue Koi Global Partners and the meaning behind the name

  • Continuous improvement: the joy of learning, adapting, and helping others grow

Quotes from the Episode

“Climbing isn’t the same as becoming. The higher we go, the more we realize the ladder was never the goal—it’s the person we become while climbing.”

“Integrity and compassion are not soft skills—they are leadership infrastructure.”

“You can’t lead others well if you’re disconnected from your own soul.”

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