Booster Leader Podcast

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, we're featuring a phenomenal leadership talk from Cheryl Bachelder, former CEO of Popeyes. From 2007 to 2018 Cheryl led the organization in a legendary turnaround, which is chronicled in her book Dare to Serve: How to Drive Superior Results by Serving Others. In 2018 INC. Magazine voted her the best CEO in the world. In this talk, Cheryl shares with us how to be mentally/emotionally healthy, reduce hurry, and strengthen our relationships.  SHOW SPONSOR: Booster is a school fundraising company on a mission to change the world. Home to game-changing offerings like Boosterthon and Booster Spirit Wear, we're reinventing the fundraising industry. Visit ChooseBooster.com to learn more. Please rate this show and leave a review in your podcasting app. It'll help more people find the show! And if you have any ideas or feedback,  send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com!

In this episode, we're airing a Boost Leadership talk from Jeff Henderson. Jeff is an entrepreneur, speaker, pastor, and business leader. He was recently named by Forbes Magazine as one of 20 speakers you shouldn’t miss. Prior to working as a pastor for North Point Ministries, Jeff started his career in marketing with the Atlanta Braves, Callaway Gardens, Lake Lanier Islands, and Chick-fil-A. He's also the author of Know What You're For: A Growth Strategy for Work, an Even Better Strategy for Life.  If you're a fan of this podcast, please do us a favor and give us a rating and leave a review. It'll help more people find the show. And if you have any ideas or feedback, send them to podcast@boosterthon.com.  SHOW SPONSORS: Booster is a school fundraising company on a mission to change the world. Home to game-changing offerings like Boosterthon and Booster Spirit Wear, we're reinventing the fundraising industry. Visit ChooseBooster.com to learn more. Boost Leadership is a monthly gathering featuring an inspiring leadership talk, conversation, as well as free breakfast. We host the event at the Booster home office in Atlanta on the first Friday of every month. If you live in the Atlanta area, we invite you to come check it out! Our next Boost Leadership event is on Friday, March 6, from 7:30am-9am and will feature a talk from Cheryl Bachelder, the former CEO of Popeyes and author of Dare to Serve. Click here to RSVP!

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, Matt Waken and Chris Randazzo talk to David Jones, General Manager of Team Red River, about a wide range of topics: how he got introduced to Booster, the secret to his success, how to care for your team, and his passion for running and fitness.   As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode, we're airing a Boost Leadership talk from Glen Jackson. Glen is the co-founder of Jackson Spalding, a leading marketing communications agency in the U.S.  Glen is also the author of the book "PREEMINENCE: What It Means and How to Sustain It." Check out this podcast episode to hear Glen give a talk about how to become a preeminent leader and why it's so important.  If you're a fan of the podcast, please leave us a rating and review—it'll help more people find the show! And if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, Matt Waken and Hailey Cameron talk to Lynne Dowell, Client Manager of Team Hoston, about a wide range of topics: how she got introduced to Booster, the secret to her success, how to care for your clients, lessons learned through Hurrican Harvey, and her passion for beauty pageants.   As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, we're airing THE highest-rated talk from BoosterU 2019—Ian Morgan Cron, a leading expert on the Enneagram. Ian is the author of the bestseller The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery as well as the host of the Typology podcast. In part two of this two-part series, Ian dives DEEP into Types 5-9. If you have any ideas or feedback, send in your thoughts to podcast@boosterthon.com!

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, we're airing THE highest-rated talk from BoosterU 2019—Ian Morgan Cron, a leading expert on the Enneagram. Ian is the author of the bestseller The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery as well as the host of the Typology podcast. In part one of this two-part series, Ian explains what the Enneagram is, why it’s such a helpful tool, and then dives DEEP into Types 1-4. If you have any ideas or feedback, send in your thoughts to podcast@boosterthon.com!

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, Matt Waken and Martie Hendrick talk to Jordan Kauffman, General Manager of Team SoCal, about a wide range of topics: how he got introduced to Booster, the secret to his success, moving for opportunity, how to care for your team, expressing creativity in the GM role, and, most importantly, his brief stint on a reality TV show hosted by Nick Lachey.  As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, we're airing a 2018 BoosterU talk from Steve Cockram. Steve is the co-founder of Giant Worldwide, a leadership consulting group. He's also a best-selling author, and his latest book is called The 100X Leader: How to Become a Leader Worth Following, which he co-wrote with Giant co-founder Jeremie Kubicek. In this episode, Steve gives an incredible talk on how to communicate effectively (based on his book, 5 Voices).     As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, Matt Waken and Emily Greenwell talk to Shayna Elkin, Area Director of Team New York about a wide range of topics: how she got introduced to Booster, leading her first program three weeks into the job(!), the secret to her success, how she's grown as a leader, her passion for fitness, how to care for your team, and much more. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, we're airing a Boost Leadership talk from Jeremie Kubicek. Jeremie is the co-founder of Giant Worldwide, a leadership consulting group. He's also a best-selling author, and his latest book is called The 100X Leader: How to Become a Leader Worth Following, which he co-wrote with Giant co-founder Steve Cockram. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.  

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, Matt Waken and Emily Greenwell talk to Tom McAndrews, General Manager of Team Midwest about a wide range of topics: how he got introduced to Booster, the secret to his success, how he's grown as a leader, his most important keystone habit, how to care for your team, and much more. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, we're airing a Boost Leadership talk from Dana Spinola. Dana is the founder and Chief Visionary Officer of fab'rik, a women's clothing boutique. Dana gives a talk on how to ignite your passion, pursue your purpose, and check your pulse. To learn more, check out Dana's new book Love What You Do: A plan for creating a life you love filled with passion and purpose.  As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, Matt Waken and Mark Casper talk to Ike Ubasineke, Head of Leader Development, about a wide range of topics: how he got introduced to Booster, the secret to his success, how he's grown as a leader, his daily routine and habits, the importance of disciplines, how to lead and mentor others, and much much more. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the #BoosterLeaderPodcast, we're airing a talk from Stephen Murray, President of Booster. He spoke at Booster's recent Boost Leadership event on Time Leadership.  Stephen walks us through not simply managing your time, but how to own it, build it, ride it, tame it, and experience it.   If you're a fan of this podcast, we'd love to hear from you. If you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the #BoosterLeaderPodcast, we're heading back into the vault to re-air one of the most famous talks in Booster history: founder and CEO Chris Carneal's "Reproduce Th!s" talk from BoosterU 2012. In this incredibly impactful talk, Chris lays out 18 principles for leveling up your leadership.    If you're a fan of this podcast, we'd love to hear from you. If you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, Matt Waken and Martie Hendrick talk to Leslie Boisseau, General Manager of Team Mid-Atlantic about a wide range of topics: the secret to her success, the importance of initiative and grit, becoming the third female GM in the company, her advice to other women in the organization, and a funny story about her first day on the job. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

On this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, Matt Waken hosts a conversation with Martie Hendrick, Tim Bristow, and Kat Waken on how to crush your first programs. Among other things, they discuss the importance of preparation, relying on checklists, how to create raving fans, and being interested over interesting. . . Also, if you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com. 

On this episode of the Booster Leader Podcast, we're posting one of the best talks from Booster University 2018, given by our President and COO Stephen Murray. On opening night of BoosterU, Murray gave the keynote address on "Onward Leadership." For more incredible content from Booster U, visit BoosterU Online. Also, if you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com. 

In this episode of the #BoosterLeaderPodcast, Matt Waken is joined by Ike Ubasineke (Leader Development Manager) and Kat Waken (Area Director of Team Atlanta Manager) to talk about how to maximize your summer. The three of them discuss what it means to get the most out of your summer, how to do it effectively, book recommendations, hobby recommendations, and how early Ike wakes up every day (you won't believe it). As always, if you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode, Chris Randazzo and Martie Hendrick talk to James Boothe, Area Director of Team North Florida about a wide range of topics: the secret to his success, being yourself, moving for opportunity, dealing with hardships, communicating with team members, and how to lead a team well. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the #BoosterLeaderPodcast, we're going back to Booster University 2013, where Booster Nation had the privilege of learning from David Salyers, Chick-fil-A's VP of Brand Activation. David shares with us how to go from being an ordinary organization to a remarkable one. To learn more, check out David's book 'Remarkable: Maximizing Results Through Value Creation.'  If you have any thoughts, ideas, or feedback on the podcast, send us an email at podcast@boosterthon.com. 

In this episode, Matt Waken and Ike Ubasineke talk to Cory Pitts, General Manager of Team Kansas City about a wide range of topics: the secret to his success, leaving Booster and coming back, becoming the first African-American GM in the company, how to lead yourself well, and how to lead a team well. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode, Mark Casper and Martie Hendrick talk to Hilary Merlo, General Manager of Team New York about a wide range of topics: the secret to her success, dealing with failure, how to be great at your job, being one of the first female GMs in the company, and how to lead a team well. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode, Mark Casper is joined by Ike Ubasineke (Leader Development Manager), Martie Hendrick (Program Experience Manager), and Chris Randazzo (Program Experience Specialist) to talk about Danny Meyer's book, Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business.   The four of us discuss the best principles from chapters 9-13 to help you apply them to our business and your role. Specifically, we touch on three crucial elements to effective leadership, the principle of "constant, gentle pressure," coaching our teams, responding well to mistakes, and making our clients feel "at home."   As always, if you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode, Mark Casper and Martie Hendrick talk to Rophe Mason, General Manager of Team Boston about a wide range of topics: the secret to her success, how to be great at your job, being the first female GM in the company, and how to lead a team well. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode of the #BoosterLeaderPodcast, we're going back to Booster University 2015, where Booster Nation had the privilege of learning from the LEGENDARY Horst Schulze. Horst is the former President of Ritz-Carlton, the WORLD-FAMOUS luxury hotel brand and undisputed leader in providing exceptional customer service.  Note: quick heads up—the audio for this talk is not great. It was 2015, people. But the content is SO GOOD we HAD to share it with you. Also, if you have any thoughts or feedback on the podcast, send us an email at podcast@boosterthon.com. 

In this episode, Mark Casper and Martie Hendrick talk to Andrew Kowalski, General Manager of Team Northern California (NorCal) about a wide range of topics: how he moved up so quickly, the secret to his success, the challenges and adventure of moving for opportunity, and the joys of leading a team. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas, please send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode, Mark Casper is joined by Ike Ubasineke (Leader Development Manager), Martie Hendrick (Program Experience Manager), and Chris Randazzo (Program Experience) to talk about Danny Meyer's book, Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business.   The four of us discuss the best principles from chapters 5-8 and help you apply them to our business and your role. Specifically, we touch on an important innovation principle ("whoever wrote the rule that...?"), how to foster community in our schools, the 51% Solution, how to grow your "excellence reflex," and listening to feedback.    Plus, we have a potentially life-changing surprise for our listeners mid-way through the episode.    As always, if you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

Today's episode we're going back to Booster University 2013, where Booster Nation had the privilege of learning about Servant Leadership from Cheryl Bachelder. Cheryl is the former CEO of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and the author of the book, Dare to Serve: How to Drive Superior Results by Serving Others. Cheryl was also listed by INC Magazine as the Number #1 CEO in the world.    For more content from Cheryl, visit CherylBachelder.com and check out her book, Dare to Serve. Also, if you're a fan of this podcast, we'd love to hear from you. If you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode, Mark and Martie talk to Mark Norman, former General Manager of Team Charlotte and current Sales Consultant for Booster, about a wide variety of topics: how he got introduced the company, his toughest season in Booster, being yourself, and being patient. 

In this episode, former Executive Vice President of Client Experience Brett Trapp shares with Booster Nation seven ways to strengthen our school partners. 

In this episode, Mark Casper is joined by Ike Ubasineke (Leader Development Manager), Martie Hendrick (Program Experience Manager), and Chris Randazzo (Event and Fun Run You Product Owner) to talk about Danny Meyer's book, Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business.   Since everyone in Booster is reading this book together, we decided to host a lively panel discussion to pull out the best principles from chapters 1-4 and help you apply them to our business and your role. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode, we're airing a talk from Brad Lomenick recorded at Booster University 2013. Brad is the former director of Catalyst conferences, the founder of BLINC, a boutique strategic advisory firm, and the author of several books, including The Catalyst Leader and H3 Leadership: Be Humble. Stay Hungry. Always Hustle.    In this incredible talk, Brad talks about the seven ways to be excellent and take your game to the next level. For more content from Brad, visit BradLomenick.com. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

Chris Randazzo and Mark Casper are joined by Kat Waken, Area Director of Team Atlanta, to discuss her Booster story, the biggest things she's learned over the years, the two keys to being successful at your job, her most challenging season in Booster, and what it's like to have a spouse work at the same company. As always, if you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

In this episode, we're airing a talk recorded last year from Chris Carneal, founder and CEO of Booster. Since we talk about Growth Mindset a lot around Booster, we thought we'd kick it off with this amazing talk from Chris.    For more on growth mindset, check out Carol Dweck's fantastic book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Also, if you're a fan of this podcast, we'd love to hear from you. If you have any feedback or ideas for future episodes, send us an email to podcast@boosterthon.com.

We're so excited to announce that we're launching the official Booster Leader Podcast, a podcast created to help Booster Team Members grow personally and professionally. GET FIRED UP! We know a lot of Booster Team Members spend tons of time in the car driving to and from schools, so we wanted to provide you with another channel to develop as a leader.    This podcast will feature a TON of exciting content that's designed to encourage you, challenge you, and help you grow personally and professionally. You'll hear amazing talks, interviews with Home Office and Field Team Members, thoughtful discussions, and more! Also, we'll have a few different hosts, so don't be surprised if you hear some fresh voices. Tell your teams about the podcast, subscribe on the iTunes podcast app or Overcast, and get ready to take your game to NEXT LEVEL! Also, if you have any feedback or ideas, shoot us an email at podcast@boosterthon.com.