By Example: A Leadership Podcast with Carly Fiorina

Casey Enders, CEO of Unlocking Potential (Carly’s charitable foundation) shares a Q&A session with Carly at the Women Leading Women forum. UP brings leadership training to nonprofits across the country with the goal of providing leaders at the community level with the tools and resources to strengthen their leadership and problem-solving skills. Carly answers questions about criticism versus feedback, her own political future, how to get involved with UP, diversity, inclusion, turning prosperity into equity, cultivating leadership skills at the beginning of a career, how to address burnout, and Carly’s definition of success.

Carly welcomes Brad Meltzer to the studio. Brad is a New York Times bestselling author. Among his bestsellers are: The Inner Circle, The Book of Fate, The 10th Justice, and The President's Shadow. Brad believes that ordinary people change the world and has written children’s books and become a producer for Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum on PBS. Brad shares the story of how his children’s books series came to be and about his interaction with the late George H.W. Bush at the end of his life. He and Carly also discuss the power of humility and how true leadership is about taking care of those we are leading.

Carly sits with Steve Riach of The One Heart Project, a non-profit that seeks to deter juvenile crime and recidivism rates for those who have been incarcerated by addressing children pre-crime at school initiatives; and post-incarceration for reentry into society to become thriving members of it. They discuss how Steve recognized the problem, how he began to address it one person at a time, and the One Heart movie inspired by real life events. They discuss the power of community collaboration and emotional intelligence education to change the trajectory of young lives and solve problems within that community.

In today’s episode, Carly’s friend Casey turns the tables on Carly and interviews her and her husband, Frank Fiorina! In a widely-requested sequel to last season’s “Ask Me Anything!”, Frank & Carly answer questions from listeners submitted via social media. Including: how they met, their holiday traditions, Carly’s advice for women wanting to run for office, and what it was like running for president.Have a question for an upcoming episode? Email byexample@carlyfiorina.com!

Carly welcomes 5-year-old Austin Perine and his dad, TJ, to the leadership conversation. Austin shares about how he began using his allowance to feed the homeless in his city and how that’s grown. They discuss how leadership can be as simple as having the courage to solve problems that are right in front of you.

The show's first therapist guest joins Carly Fiorina for a discussion about human connection. Psychotherapist, and New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb, can teach all of us about our relationships with each other through the stories she tells about her clients and her own relationships.

Carly chats with Kay Coles James. Kay Coles James is a political activist, Founder of the Gloucester Institute, which seeks to gather and train young African Americans, and is the current president of The Heritage Foundation. They talk about the importance of collaborative leadership, diverse teams, and being willing to compromise on strategy but not on principles.

Carly sits down with Muffet McGraw, Head Women’s Basketball Coach at Notre Dame. They discuss how women are still fighting to be equally represented in many fields - from politics to Fortune 500 boardrooms and in coaching. They also talk about the most important skills Muffet wants her team members to walk away with and the importance of honest feedback.

Carly sits down with Shane Battier, retired NBA player and Chairman of the Take Charge Foundation. They talk about the counterculture beliefs surrounding great leadership and how his parents’ influence guided his life and career.

In the Season 1 finale, Carly answers questions about her new book, Find Your Way: Unleash Your Power and Highest Potential, asked by By Example producer Eric Pahls

Carly sits down with hall of fame Coach Tony Dungy, to talk about lessons he’s learned from his mother, and the SOUL of a team.Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Jeffrey and Casey translate stories from Carly and Capt. Johnson's conversation into real-life lessons & strategy.

Carly sits down with retired Highway Patrolman, Capt. Ron Johnson, who was tasked by Gov. Jay Nixon to control and defuse riots in Ferguson, MO, after the death of Michael Brown.Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Adam Grant, professor at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania specializing in organizational psychology, sits down with Carly. He talks about the importance of problem-raising for problem-solving, how to be an original, and creating an organizational culture around leadership.Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Jeffrey and Casey translate stories from Carly and Kayla McKeon's conversation into real-life lessons & strategy.

Kayla McKeon, America's first registered lobbyist with Down Syndrome, sits down with Carly and National Down Syndrome Society President and CEO Sara Hart Weir. She talks about her upbringing, career and her view of leadership. As Carly says, she's one of the brightest leadership minds you'll ever hear!

Jeffrey and Casey translate stories from Carly and Arthur Brooks' conversation into real-life lessons & strategy.

Arthur Brooks, author of the brand new Love Your Enemies and President of the American Enterprise Institute, sits down with Carly to talk about the importance of "disagreeing better," finding happiness and making sure to approach even political adversaries with love and respect.

Carly Fiorina takes audience-submitted questions for the entire episode! Topics covered include:Habits that enabled her to be successfulWhy she ran for President, and when she decided to drop outWhether she'll run for office againHow to begin challenging a failing status quoHer favorite leadership quotesHer favorite mealWhat book she is reading nowHave a question for an upcoming episode? Email byexample@carlyfiorina.com!Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Carly Fiorina sits down with colleagues Marlo Thomas Watson and Jeffrey DeShawn Richardson after the disturbing headlines about political figures in Virginia to talk about race, diversity, and the opportunity in "otherness."

Carly sits down to talk with Unlocking Potential CEO Casey Enders to talk about one of her most intimidating, informative and entertaining life lessons. This story and much more will be featured in her new book, Find Your Way, out April 9, 2019!Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

John Maxwell is an American author, speaker, and pastor who has written many books, primarily focusing on leadership. Titles include The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader. His books have sold millions of copies, with some on the New York Times Best Seller List. John’s new book, Leadershift, which released February 5, 2019.Carly sits down with leadership guru John Maxwell for Part 3 of a 3-part discussion on leadership, their stories, and values leaders must keep in mind. Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Jeffrey and Casey translate stories from the second part of Carly and John Maxwell's conversation into real-life lessons & strategy.

John Maxwell is an American author, speaker, and pastor who has written many books, primarily focusing on leadership. Titles include The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader. His books have sold millions of copies, with some on the New York Times Best Seller List. John’s new book, Leadershift, releases February 5, 2019.Carly sits down with leadership guru John Maxwell for Part 2 of a 3-part discussion on leadership, their stories, and values leaders must keep in mind. On today’s episode, they discuss:Why John doesn't teach anything he doesn't believeCarly talks about how to be braveThe importance of communicationTitle doesn't make a person a leaderLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Jeffrey and Casey translate stories from the first part of Carly and John Maxwell's conversation into real-life lessons & strategy.

John Maxwell is an American author, speaker, and pastor who has written many books, primarily focusing on leadership. Titles include The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader. His books have sold millions of copies, with some on the New York Times Best Seller List. John’s new book, Leadershift, releases February 5, 2019. Carly sits down with leadership guru John Maxwell for Part 1 of a 3-part discussion on leadership, their stories, and values leaders must keep in mind. On today’s episode, they discuss:The work they’re doing together on behalf of leadersTheir books, coming out soon!John’s greatest leadership challengeThe importance of humilityTheir leadership philosophiesLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Jeffrey and Casey translate stories from Carly and Dr. Neeli Bendapudi's conversation intro real-life lessons & strategy.

Neeli Bendapudi is an American academic and the 18th president of the University of Louisville. She replaced James R. Ramsey who resigned after a scandal that implicated him. Bendapudi is the first non-white president of the University and is noted for her attention to developing a culture of openness.President of the University of Louisville Neeli Bendapudi joined Carly for a conversation about leadership, collaboration, how to build empathy, and how to inspire in the midst of tough circumstances. The conversation covers:How Neeli's education after growing up in India transformed her life and unlocked her potentialThe incredible sacrifice her extended family made for herHow Neeli navigated the scandals of Louisville after assuming her new roleHow to set priorities with both a "start doing" and a "stop doing" listHow to became a "black-belt in collaboration"How empathy builds leadershipWhy Neeli sets big goals to make a big impact in the world, and how it helps her team get closerHow diversity of thought and perspective builds strong teamsLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Practical lessons from Carly's discussion with former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper.

Stephen Harper is a Canadian economist, entrepreneur, and retired politician who served as the 22nd prime minister of Canada, from February 6, 2006, to November 4, 2015. Harper has served as the leader of the International Democrat Union since February 2018.Carly sat down with Prime Minister Harper Carly Fiorina sits down with former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper to discuss:The difference between listening to people and people pleasingHow to balance public opinion and public interestEmpathy and respecting those with other viewsThe difference between academic learning and real world knowledgeThe lessons of failuresHis new bookThe world as it is nowLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Justin Constantine is a retired lieutenant colonel in the United States Marine Corps and a former attorney. He deployed to Iraq as a Civil Affairs officer attached to a Marine infantry battalion for Operation Iraqi Freedom and was wounded in battle. He is now an inspirational speaker, author, corporate coach and leadership consultant.Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Carly tells listeners her New Year’s routine, the importance of time, and talks about one story with a big message that grabbed her attention.

A short message from Carly Fiorina reflecting on the meaning of the Christmas season.

John D. Kemp, Esq. is the President & CEO of The Viscardi Center, a non-profit organization providing a life span of services that educate, employ and empower people with disabilities. A renowned, sought-after global speaker, he is widely respected for his many achievements, both in the corporate and non-profit worlds. As a person with a disability who uses four prostheses, he inspires others to achieve the impossible through knowledge, experience, vision, personality, and persistence.John Kemp, born without arms and legs, has become a warrior for the disabilities community. In this bonus episode, Carly sits down with John after he was recommended by Sen. Dole, and talks about his life, outlook, and the world he does at the Viscardi Center. They discuss:John’s reaction to being called a great leader by Bob DoleWhy integrity and character matters in leadershipHow John unlocks potential in othersJohn’s start in life, his upbringing, and his father’s exampleThe difference between empathy and sympathyWhat a woman said to John on a planeWhy diversity is good for businessCarly’s leadership in accessibility in technologyWhat John tells his students about leadership“Nothing about us without us”What John wants you to know about his communityLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Robert Joseph "Bob" Dole is an attorney and retired United States Senator from Kansas from 1969–1996, serving part of that time as United States Senate Majority Leader, where he set a record as the longest-serving Republican leader. He was the Republican nominee in the 1996 U.S. Presidential election, but lost the election to Bill Clinton. He was the Republican vice presidential nominee in the 1976 U.S. Presidential election, but lost the election to Walter Mondale. In 2007, President George W. Bush appointed Dole as a co-chair of the commission to investigate problems at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, along with Donna Shalala. Dole is married to former cabinet member and former U.S. Senator Elizabeth Hanford Dole of North Carolina.Former Presidential Nominee and Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole sat down with Carly Fiorina at his office in Washington, D.C. They talk about: His upbringing in Kansas and injury in WWIIHis sense of humor, and Norm Macdonald’s impression of him on SNLWhy he maintains a positive outlook on lifeWhat inspires his work with the disabilities communityHis friend and hero John McCainWhy he still visits the WWII Memorial every SaturdayWho inspires himLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Journalist, author, and advocate Gretchen Carlson (@GretchenCarlson) paved the way for #metoo with her historic 2016 sexual harassment complaint against the chairman of Fox News. Named one of Time Magazine’s “100 Most Influential People in the World,” and author of New York Times bestsellers "Be Fierce"and "Getting Real," Carlson is one of America’s most successful news anchors and a globally recognized advocate for women’s empowerment. Carlson previously hosted “The Real Story” on Fox News, and co-hosted the number-one rated cable morning news show, “Fox and Friends," for more than seven years. Carlson’s recently announced return to television, as host and producer of A+E and Lifetime Network documentaries, breaks the barriers and blacklisting she faced after saying “enough” to harassment. Her comeback is a beacon of hope for other brave women demoted, fired, or blacklisted from their chosen careers after reporting sexual harassment.Carly sat down with Gretchen Carlson in New York for a conversation about courage in the face of a powerful status quo. They discuss:Diving into controversy, Miss America, and a lifelong pattern of harassmentWhen Gretchen & Carly learned that the world is different for womenGretchen’s harrowing story of assaultThe survivor’s voiceWhy making a plan makes a differenceHow harassment happens in every industry and in every sector – and it crushes potentialHow to tackle trauma in your unique wayHow in every case of harassment, there were ALWAYS bystanders: “people knew”How we’ve all been guilty of being bystanders – and we use a lot of excuses to justify standing byHow the #MeToo movement is just getting started – thanks in part to Gretchen Carlson’s leadershipHow you can do it, tooLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Jay Bilas (@JayBilas) is an American college basketball analyst for ESPN, a former NCAA Tournament Announcer with CBS Sports, and also a former college basketball player. Jay is a 1986 graduate of Duke University undergrad and 1992 graduate of Duke Law where he competed for Hall of Fame Coach Mike Krzyzewski on the Blue Devil Basketball team. Jay was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks and played professionally for 2 years in Europe before embarking on his coaching career. Bilas then launched a successful law career before becoming a popular analyst on ESPN’s coverage of college basketball. Bilas is the author of the book Toughness, and is a sought after motivational speaker throughout the world. Bilas is one of the most respected voices in college basketball today.Carly sat down with Jay Bilas in Charlotte, NC, for a discussion on leadership and the meaning of toughness. This included:How toughness is both teamwork and empathyThe leadership spacecraft, cleaning up in your hotel, and General Martin DempseyThe importance of “we first” – not “me first”Implementing lessons from Coach KHow leading with balance requires understanding contextHow to take feedback and criticism without going crazyThe importance of toneCriticism vs. feedbackCarly & Jay talk about how to get aheadLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Gen. Colin Powell is an American statesman and a retired four-star general in the United States Army. During his military career, Powell also served as National Security Advisor, as Commander of the U.S. Army Forces Command and as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, holding the latter position during the Persian Gulf War. Powell was the first, and so far the only, Jamaican American to serve on the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He was the 65th United States Secretary of State, serving under U.S. President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2005, the first black person to serve in that position.General Powell visited Carly in her studio to talk about his life, his experience, and the unlikely lessons he learned from a very average upbringing. In this episode, they discuss:How Colin Powell’s titles (National Security Advisor, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Secretary of State, General) weren’t what made him a leaderWhat he learned talking through the parking lot attendants at the State DepartmentHis definition of character, and it’s significance in leadership and problem solvingHow a leader must define purpose and mission for an organizationWhat Gen. Powell calls the “celebrification of American society”The difference between leaders and managers, and what it takes to make up the differenceWhat to do when your superiors are on the wrong trackThat leaders must have a bias to action, to not walk past a problem, no matter the sizeThe importance of humility in leadershipHis upbringing in the Bronx, and his “long run of mediocrity”The ROTC officers who changed his life and unlocked his potentialHow he strove to improve, even at the Coca Cola bottling plantWhat satisfaction means for himLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Baron Davis (@barondavis) is a two-time NBA All-Star and record holder, serial entrepreneur, and businessman. He is one of the original investors in VitaminWater and founder of SLiC Media, No Label, BIG, LA Unified, History of The Game, UWish, and The Black Santa Company. Baron currently plays in the BIG 3 League and has even served as the producer of several acclaimed documentaries including 30 for 30: Sole Man, Crips and Bloods: Made In America, and The Drew: No Excuse, Just Produce. Dino Smiley (@drewleague) is the Founder & Board Director of The Drew League. The Drew League’s goal was to help young people form meaningful relationships on the court that would spill over into the neighborhood, as well as build an institution that would bring top local high school, college, and pro players back to the community. It plays host to Southern California’s toughest competition, attracting streetball legends, collegiate athletes, and several NBA stars.Carly sat down with Baron and Dino in Baron's "Storytelling Room" in his Santa Monica offices for a conversation about seeing possibilities despite difficult circumstances. They discuss: How Baron and Carly met and formed an unlikely connection Baron's difficult upbringing and the two most influential people in his life. The difference between having a million dollars and having a million dollar mind What Baron always wears around his neck and why How Baron got the nickname "The Dream King" Why Baron Davis decided to stay in his hometown of Los Angeles to play at UCLA, despite offers from the best schools in the country What the Drew League is, how it was created, and how Dino brokered a deal with local gangs to protect the leagues and the players How the Drew League has created the next generation of leaders in the community The value of collaboration to help communitiesLove the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.

Carly sits down with By Example cohosts Casey Enders and Jeffrey Richardson to introduce you to this brand new podcast. Carly knows Casey and Jeffrey well, and wants you to get to know them, too. By Example is about leadership, and learning from the examples of leaders in many sectors. Jeffrey and Casey will guide you through Carly’s conversations with great leaders, and talk with Carly about why leadership is worth discussing today.Carly Fiorina is a true leader and a seasoned problem‐solver.She is a passionate, articulate advocate for problem-solving, innovation, and effective leadership. Her mission is to inspire, equip and connect individuals and teams to seize opportunities, face challenges, and accelerate impact in their communities and places of work. She knows that everyone has more potential than they realize, that those closest to the problem understand the problem best, and that leading to unlock the potential in others and actually solve problems can result in both progress and joy.Carly shares her leadership experience and approach to problem-solving in a variety of ways.In addition to her regular speeches to students, businesses and non-profits, she is the founder and Chairman of Carly Fiorina Enterprises, and of Unlocking Potential, a non-profit organization that invests in human potential by supporting local leaders who are solving problems in their communities and places of work; equipping them with the behaviors, characteristics, disciplines and tools to increase their leadership and problem-solving capacity. On By Example, an upcoming podcast (currently in production), Carly and her team will use the experiences, stories and lessons from innovators and problem-solvers to teach practical, real-world solutions to challenges many listeners face.Love the episode? Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the show on iTunes. You can learn more about "By Example" by joining our email list at CarlyFiorina.com/ByExample.