79: People First Leadership with Rick Harris

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Leadership gets talked about in terms of strategy and performance, but the truth is, it always comes back to people. That’s the heartbeat of my conversation today with Rick Harris.

Rick is the CEO of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP), a 30+ year nonprofit leader, and a former radio DJ with an incredible story to share. What I love most about Rick is how he leads with connection to create teams and communities that thrive because relationships come first.

In this episode, we talk about:

•  Rick’s surprising leap from radio into association leadership
• Why authentic conversations matter more than endless emails and Slack messages
• How trust, transparency, and equal pay build retention and loyalty
• Practical networking tips you can use whether you’re leading a team or growing your business

Rick reminds us that personal connection fuels both healthy culture and sustainable business at the same time.

If you’re ready for a fresh perspective on leadership, relationships, and what it really takes to build something that lasts, this conversation will encourage you and give you plenty to put into practice.

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Connect with Rick:

• Website: http://www.apmp.org
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/apmp

Instagram:

@amyschutte_

Work with us: www.hudsonandco.co