Jun 13 • Business & Strategy
đź’ˇ You are the light the world needs: Leading with people, not power
Last night during the AIpreneurs masterclass on How to Build a 7-Figure Team, Mr. Newton Zheng...an incredibly seasoned and visionary leader..broke down two critical pillars of scalable success: team autonomy and company culture.
He first spoke about scaling without micromanaging...delegating responsibilities to team leads overseeing squads of five. This simple, strategic move not only multiplied productivity but helped him consistently hit KPIs without burning out. In essence, he bought back his time while maintaining velocity. Brilliant.
Then came the gold: team culture.
Newton emphasized something many of us overlook...creating a safe, open, human work environment. One where recognition is consistent, and teammates can talk freely...even about non-work stuff. A space where everyone feels seen, valued, and safe.
He shared how their company uses team channels where people share like they would with a best friend. And I won't lie... as he spoke, I felt emotional. I almost cried.
Why? Because we all want that. Every human being craves a place where they’re not just a cog in a machine but a part of something greater. A tribe. A family.
Many on the call admitted their companies lacked such a system...and how game-changing it would be if they had it. Imagine actually looking forward to work each morning. That hit deep.
Newton, congratulations. You're not just building high-output teams...you’re shaping safe havens for human potential. Thank you for going the extra mile and sharing this with us.
This is exactly the system I aim to implement in our company too...a culture built by the people, for the people. A culture where productivity is not squeezed out of people... it flows from people who feel seen, safe, and inspired.
Another takeaway? Letting go of ego. I realized I had a habit of dismissing colleagues' ideas, believing mine were always better. That created unnecessary friction and distance.
But now, I’ve learned: every idea comes from a place of thoughtful intention. Respecting that shifts the energy. Instead of saying "No, that's wrong", I now say "That's interesting…" before calmly sharing my perspective. Ironically, this soft power approach tends to motivate people into alignment, without resistance. Wildly effective—and counterintuitive.
This session was eye-opening. Game-changing. A mirror and a compass all at once.
And if you’re reading this...I hope you’ve taken away something too.
Because sometimes… all the world needs is for you to show up and be the light.
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