Sep 1, 2026 · 33 min · 11 segments
Alan Weiss joins Dr. Tracie Edwards to unpack the real meaning of self-esteem in business and life. They discuss why self-esteem is internal, while ego is all about external validation—and how your…

is a consultant, speaker, author, and through his consulting firm, Summit Consulting Group, he has worked with more than 500 leading organizations, including Merck, HP, GE, Mercedes-Benz, the Federal Reserve, and the New York Times.

Alan is a sought-after speaker at major conferences, and he has also published more than 60 books, many of which have been on the curricula at top business schools.

His new book is The Courage of Your Talents, How to Build Your Self-Esteem, Trust Your Own Judgment, and Constantly Succeed in Business and Life.
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