On this episode, Jeff interviews Dr. Katrina Burrus about the “brilliant jerk”. Katrina shares from her knowledge as one of the world’s leading experts on international leadership, boasting a client list that includes Nestle, Novartis, and the United Nations. She holds a Ph.D. in Human and Organizational Development, is a master's certified coach, and she facilitates a group of international CEOs. She has authored three books: Abrasive Leaders, Global Nomadic Leaders, and Managing Brilliant Jerks. Jeff and Katrina discuss ways to work with leaders who are difficult to be around, but also very smart and often high performing. Katrina shares how to address contempt, stonewalling, criticism, and defensiveness in these leaders. She shares several strategies for transforming the “brilliant jerk” into a visionary leader.