272: The 5 Cs That Make People Trust You | Damon Lembi

Release Date: Jan 21

Learn as if you’ll live forever. Lead as if you’re always becoming.

In this energizing solo episode of the Learn-It-All™ podcast, host Damon Lembi takes us on a deep dive into his signature “Five C’s” framework—a roadmap for leaders who want to double down on their human advantage in an AI-driven world. Drawing on his own journey and packed with relatable stories, Damon reveals why humility opens the door to greatness and how Character, Curiosity, Courage, Confidence, and Community will set you apart as a truly “Learn-It-All” leader. From practical leadership tips to actionable exercises, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to keep learning, support their team, and future-proof their skills as the workplace evolves.

Damon shares how his own struggles (and wins) in public speaking, podcasting, and leadership continue to shape his approach—and why the best leaders are humble, experiment freely, and create spaces where everyone can grow. Whether you’re embracing new AI tools or just trying to build better habits, you’ll come away with inspiring ideas and practical next steps for leading with more humanity in every environment.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why humility is the essential “ticket in” for true personal and professional growth
• How strong character builds trust, especially in uncertain times
• The power of curiosity to transform your learning and open unexpected doors
• Why courage matters more than knowledge—and how taking risks creates real progress
• How confidence is built through reps, reflection, and celebrating mistakes as learning opportunities
• The value of giving back and building community to cement your own learning and uplift others

In This Episode:

• 00:00 – The Gandhi quote that grounds today’s leadership lesson
• 00:14 – The “human advantage” in an age of AI
• 00:32 – Introducing the Learn-It-All 5Cs framework
• 01:02 – Why humility is non-negotiable for leaders
• 01:45 – The first C: Character—integrity when no one’s watching
• 02:41 – The second C: Curiosity—how, and why, to never stop learning
• 03:29 – Is AI killing curiosity, or supercharging it? Damon’s take
• 04:01 – Courage: why learning requires stepping outside your comfort zone
• 05:06 – Real-life stories: Damon on podcasting, public speaking, and a teammate’s growth
• 06:10 – Building confidence through courage and regular practice
• 06:35 – The leader’s job: Growing your team’s skills and confidence
• 07:20 – Community: giving back to learn even more
• 08:22 – Recap: the five Cs and the foundation of humility
• 09:37 – How to encourage confident experimentation (especially with new AI tools)
• 10:04 – Staying present, slowing down, and appreciating what makes us human
• 10:35 – Free resources: Book and self-assessment to jumpstart your growth
• 10:47 – Call to action: Subscribe, rate, stay curious

About Damon Lembi

Damon Lembi is a 3x bestselling author, the host of The Learn-It-All™ Podcast, and CEO of Learnit – a live learning platform that has upskilled over 2 million people. Drawing from his prior baseball career, Damon brings an athlete’s perspective to leadership. Through his journey, he has gained invaluable insights into what helps organizations grow, how great leaders learn, and why learn-it-all companies outpace their competitors every time.

Resources Referenced:

• Website: www.learnit.com
• Connect with Damon: Damon Lembi on LinkedIn
• Download Damon’s book: The Learn-It-All Leader
• Dave Brock’s book: “Is Good Enough Good Enough?”

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