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World Cup Edition: What Hosting the World Cup Reveals About Leadership | Episode 166

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The FIFA World Cup is more than the world’s largest sporting event—it’s a global leadership test. Ron and Kristin explore what hosting the tournament reveals about planning, culture, crisis management, public perception, and the psychology of leadership under intense international scrutiny. From America’s role as the primary host to fan culture, city preparedness, and the difference between solving problems and staging appearances, this episode uncovers the leadership lessons hidden behind the world’s biggest game.

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