CEO Unscripted Ep. 14 | Alan McLaren Leading With Heart, Resilience, and Servant Leadership

Описание: In this episode of SCLA’s CEO Unscripted Speaker Series, we sit down with Alan McLaren, Cofounder of STRATA Originals, where he helps leaders step into their story, lead with authenticity, and build a legacy that truly matters.

With more than 30 years at the intersection of technology, brand building, and storytelling, Alan’s career spans commission sales, executive leadership, entrepreneurship, and advising founders and Fortune 500 executives. His journey was not built on chasing titles or perfection, but on resilience, work ethic, and a deep commitment to servant leadership.

In this conversation, Alan reflects on his early experiences as a student-athlete, the myths he believed about success in college, and how real-world challenges reshaped his understanding of leadership. He shares why discomfort builds resilience, why sales is one of the most underrated skills students can learn, and how leading with empathy strengthens teams while still allowing leaders to make hard decisions.

At the heart of Alan’s message is a powerful reminder:
Action speaks louder than words.

Success is rarely linear, and leadership is never about doing it alone. It is built through consistency, service to others, adaptability, and the courage to keep learning long after college ends.

🔥 Alan’s story offers grounded insight for students and emerging leaders navigating uncertainty, early career decisions, and the pressure to have everything figured out.

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