Reel Leaders: Princess Bride

Welcome back to Reel Leaders — the podcast that brings leadership lessons to life by exploring the characters who captivate us on screen.

In this episode, hosts Dan Glaser and April Hennessey dive into The Princess Bride (1987), unpacking what Inigo Montoya can teach us about purpose, alignment, and what it really means to get unstuck in your work and life.

From Inigo’s relentless pursuit of a long-held goal to the ways he becomes sidetracked, underutilized, and disconnected from his purpose, Dan and April explore how even the most talented people can find themselves stuck in roles that don’t serve them. They discuss the impact of leadership on motivation, the difference between being used for your skills versus supported in your goals, and how the right partnership can reignite direction and momentum.

So join us as we explore what The Princess Bride’s most iconic swordsman reveals about reclaiming your path and aligning your work with what truly matters.

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