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Viral wisdom bytes that elevate and prioritize conscious leadership, humanity, learning and purpose. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

Richard Outram


    • May 16, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 49m AVG DURATION
    • 94 EPISODES


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    "Mindset Matters: The Art & Science of Peak Performance"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 58:27


    In this conversation with Mark Panciera, CEO Emeritus of the Pacific Institute we discuss mindset transformation, the power of belief, uncovering blind spots, and how to shift from limiting beliefs to liberating beliefs.This is a wisdom packed episode on elevating individual performance, leadership and humanity at large.

    The Retirement Reality Check

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 62:29


    In this conversation with Andrea Maizes ACC, a Certified Professional Retirement Coach, Certified Executive and Career Coach, we have candid, honest and vulnerable discussions about transitioning into retirement phase of life and discuss "5 Things You Can Do Now to Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter." (Because hope is not a plan....even in retirement).

    Protecting Our Oceans, Securing Our Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 68:39


    In this conversation with George H. Leonard, Chief Scientist for Ocean Conversancy, we discuss today's greatest global challenges impacting a healthy ocean, and wildlife and communities that depend on it. We also discuss Ocean Conservancy's mission and evidence based solutions for a healthy and vibrant ocean for all.

    Top 10 Leadership Lessons from Coaching Sessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 76:56


    In this conversation with Michel Koopman, CEO & Founder of CxO Coaching, we discuss his most popular leadership insights from his 2024 coaching posts. These insights are drawn from real conversations, impactful moments and shared wisdom of remarkable leaders who have been coached by Michel and the CxO team. Which ones resonate deeply with you? We hope to encourage deep reflection and self awareness about your awesome responsibility as a leader.

    How to Build a Governance Framework for Generative Ai

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 70:20


    Unlocking Responsible AI: Navigating GenAI Adoption with a pioneer Risk Governance Framework! In this conversation with Jason Pikoos, Managing Partner, Client Experience and Ai Thought Leader at Connor Group, we discuss a pioneering enterprise risk framework for generative AI (GenAI) which provides a detailed guide to help companies of all sizes move into responsible GenAI adoption. See Link below to access the framework: https://p.connorgp.com/l/795853/2023-10-17/35q9m1#Solutions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    How to Scale Your E-Commerce Company and Maximize Exit Value

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 75:07


    In this conversation with Gamal Codner, CEO Founder of Codner Inc, an e-commerce coach and consulting  company he shares his wisdom bytes on how to scale & exit e-commerce brands for maximum value. In addition to brand building and optimizing operational performance, we cover a broad array of leadership topics including building generational wealth, maximizing joy at work, overcoming burnout and stress, and the importance of community and learning.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    Why You should Get a Credibility Booster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 66:49


    In this conversation with Mitchell Levy, Global Credibility Expert, TEDx speaker and international best selling author, he shares his wisdom bytes on why credibility matters, how to build it (and repair it), as well as the power of clarity in leadership, and life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    How to Lead & Foster a Culture of Innovation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 89:56


    In this conversation with Dr. John Wensveen, Chief Innovation Officer of Nova Southeastern University and Executive Director of the Levan Center of Innovation, he shares his wisdom bytes and lessons learned about nurturing a culture of innovation and it's crucial role in navigating various stages of business growth. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    Positive Intelligence: How to Master Your Mental Fitness

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 64:58


    In this conversation Deborah Reynolds, CEO of About Face Image Consulting, we discuss Positive Intelligence and how to elevate mental fitness and resilience to make a lasting impact in leadership. Deborah shares her wisdom bytes on understanding your sabotaging behaviors as well as other practical tools to improve executive presence and an authentic business image. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    Why Allowance is the Greatest Gift You Can Give Anyone

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 58:30


    In this conversation with Gary M Douglas, best-selling author, global speaker, and a vocal advocate of Benevolent Capitalism and conscious leadership, we discuss "Allowance" or the willingness to live without judgements that obscure your awareness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

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    The Network Theory of Karma and Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 89:23


    In this conversation with Dr. Kiran Boggavarapu PhD, Professor at McNeese State University; Doctor of Philosophy from University of Hyderabad, and proclaimed Defender of Science, we discuss the science of Karma and the interconnectivity of Karma to conscious leadership. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    What Really is a Servant Leader?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2024 59:38


    In this conversation with Tony Guerra, Owner TGM Connect and Community Relations Specialist for The Breakwater Hospitality Group, he shares his wisdom bytes about the characteristics and simple actions which elevate Servant Leadership. Ultimately it's all about the power of purpose and the magic of human connections. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    Aligning Organizational Design to Your Growth Strategy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2024 62:07


    In this conversation with David Jackson PhD, Partner at Mercer, he shares his wisdom bytes and best practices on aligning organizational design, leadership assessment and talent development to strategy in rapid growth, innovative and high performing cultures. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    How to Reimagine and Disrupt Traditional Business Models

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2023 72:14


    In this discussion with Emil Stefanutti, co-founder and CEO of Shoppr.tv, we discuss the characteristics of a good business model and how to effectively leadership ideation, creativity and execution to disrupt traditional business models. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    “Transforming leadership effectiveness with mindfulness and meditation”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2023 59:37


    In this episode with Brent Alvord, Managing Director at ShermanSamuels, we discuss the health and leadership benefits of incorporating meditation and mindfulness. Packed with practical tips and advice, Brent offers a treasure trove of wisdom bytes on becoming a more conscious and effective leader. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    “Why you should put Board Service into your Career Plan”

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 65:26


    In this conversation with Janelle Brittain, Founder & CEO of Dynamic Performance Institute LLC, she shares her wisdom bytes on why a board seat benefits your career, and how leaders can strategically prepare and position themselves for board seats. This is highly informative session that can set you on a path to the boardroom and make your mark. Please excuse any intermittent wavering in audio quality during this session. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    Good Leadership Depends on "Being Okay with You."

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 72:17


    In this episode with Brendon Watt, Global Empowerment Speaker & Best Selling Author, he shares his personal journey of self discovery, and wisdom about a healthy relationship with yourself and leadership. We cover a range of topics including tools to improve mental health. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    Cultivating Equanimity, and Finding Inner Balance in Life & Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 10:47


    In this episode, Richard shares wisdom bytes on the importance of equanimity in leadership and life. In an overstimulated modern life, the ability to maintain emotional and intellectual balance and composure in the face of life's ups and downs is key to living a fulfilling and meaningful life, and conscious leadership. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    Why Every Business Needs to Act Like a Media Company

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2023 63:42


    In this conversation with Jeffrey Hayzlett, Chairman and Founder of the C-Suite Network, Best Selling Author, Media Executive (including guest judge on NBC's Celebrity Apprentice) and Hall of Fame Speaker, he shares his wisdom bytes on building your business and personal brand through great content, thought leadership and media influence. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    "Command the Change to Optimize Your Performance"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2023 77:31


    In this conversation with Soul Ongoiba, CEO and Founder of the Quantum Do, a Performance Optimizer Coach, and co-author of "The Winning Way" with Brian Tracy, we discuss how to achieve high performance in leadership, sports and life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    "Understanding Neurodivergent Superpowers"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2023 74:50


    In this podcast conversation with Diva Diaz, a global speaker and media executive, we discuss her perspectives on the superpowers and challenges faced by the NeuroDivergent population. In an informative and enlightening session, Diva shares her personal experiences with ASD and wisdom bytes for career choices, and stronger interrelationships in businesses, families and society at large. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    "From Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2023 67:18


    In this conversation with Dom Farnan, Founder & CEO of DotConnect, she shares her wisdom bytes on transitioning to from a toxic manager to conscious leadership and how finding the highest version of yourself starts with self love and acceptance, and being kind to yourself. Dom is author of a new book, "Now Here, A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    "How to Climb Your Second Mountain"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 9:55


    In this short episode, Richard talks about the inevitable physiological and mental changes that we go through on the back of career successes and asking"what's next in my life?" as well as the need to learn a new set of skills in order to climb our "Second Mountain". Pulling from best selling books on this topic, he talks about the opportunities, fears and support systems required during this transitional phase, with the ultimate goal of gifting your earned wisdom for the greater good. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    "Quiet Quitting is Not the Answer"

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2023 65:21


    In this conversation with Simone Milasas, innovative business leader, Worldwide Business Development Coordinator for Access Consciousness, Best Selling Author, and self confessed compulsive self improvement program creator, she shares her wisdom bytes on quiet quitting, and beating overwhelm and burnout in the workplace. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    "Turning Compliance into a Force Multiplier"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2023 86:02


    In this conversation with Steve Vincze, President & CEO of Trestle Compliance and global compliance expert, he shares his wisdom bytes about the importance of instituting a compliance culture in an increasingly complex world, through effective compliance programs and risk assessments. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richard-outram/support

    "The Algorithm of Business Success"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2023 64:55


    In this conversation with Thomas Douglas, CEO JMark Business Solutions, Keynote Speaker, Business Coach, and Author of "Adapt or Die - How to Create Innovation, Solve "People Puzzles", and "Win in Business" he shares his wisdom bytes about reinventing and transforming a business, dealing with complexity, and what leaders must do during uncertain times. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Creating Psychological Safety in Your Team (and Your Relationships)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2022 64:13


    In this conversation with Stephan Wiedner, CEO Zarango.com and noomii.com, both global leaders in delivering psychological safety- based coaching, he shares his wisdom bytes on the importance of psychological safety (PS) in building high performing teams, as well as the steps to boost PS in your organization (and your relationships). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    "Judgment Never Creates Anything"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 74:33


    In this conversation with Dr. Dain Heer, world renowned author, speaker, and Co-Creator of Access Consciousness, one of the largest global personal development movements practiced in 176 countries, we discuss why judgment is the biggest killer of possibilities, space, energy, and joy. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Nurturing Self Care in Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2022 63:19


    In this conversation with Roberta Hughes, Owner & Leadership Facilitator at PeaceFull Living, she shares her wisdom bytes about managing stress in leadership positions, knowing your symptoms of stress, and practicing self-care to reduce stress. Note from Roberta if you need to call: The Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: #988 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    What Does It Take to Be a Servant Leader?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2022 65:20


    In this podcast episode with Amanda Holmes, CEO of Chet Holmes International we discuss her leadership journey after being thrust into the top position when her late, great founder Chet Holmes (Author of the NYT cult classic "The Ultimate Sales Machine") passed away, and how servant leadership is not a tagline, but must be lived authentically each and every day. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    "The Gift of Enough"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 75:04


    In this conversation with Sarah Miller, Wealth Management Advisor and Founder of FortySix10 Wealth Management, she shares her wisdom bytes about the deeper psychology of personal finances and defining your relationship with money. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    “The Quality of Your Life is Determined by the Quality of Your Questions”

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2022 65:20


    In this conversation with Dr. John Demartini, CEO and Founder of the Demartini Institute, world renowned specialist in human behavior, international bestselling author, and global educator, we discuss developing a greater self governing executive function and the importance of knowing your true hierarchy of values. For a free gift from Dr. Demartini please see: http://demartini.ink/astronomical --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    "Your Introversion Might be the Gift You've Been Neglecting"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 62:44


    In this conversation with Jordan White, Certified Axiogenics Self Leadership Coach, and self avowed introvert, he shares his wisdom bytes about the superpowers of introverts, effective listening, cultivating self-awareness and seeing ourselves more "clearly" to create more value in the world. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    "Success Does Not Create Happiness; Happiness Creates Success."

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2022 77:53


    In this conversation with Grace Ueng, Founder & CEO of Savvy Growth and TEDx Speaker, she shares her vulnerable and authentic wisdom bytes about her personal journey from depression to gratitude to happiness, positive psychology, and the habits of being happy in life, business and beyond. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    People Matter Most (so Create vs. React)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2022 84:03


    In this conversation with Tom Perrine, Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at Team Health, we discuss leadership principles and learning to live a life of purpose, meaningful outcomes, and making a difference. I loved his phrase, "People Serving People Creating Measurable value." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    "Is Your Dog More Emotionally Intelligent Than You?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2022 81:12


    In this episode with Laura Berger, Certified Executive Coach and founder of Berdeo Group, she shares her wisdom bytes on the importance of emotional intelligence and how you can strengthen it, as well as cultivating self- awareness and executive presence for "whole" leadership. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Discover Your Authentic Voice

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2022 78:10


    In this conversation with Padraig Hyland, CEO The Core Story and TEDx Speaker, he shares his wisdom bytes on the importance of storytelling in business and in life as well as the power of your authentic voice. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    From a Serial Techpreneur...."Anything is Possible with the Right Drive."

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2022 54:13


    In this conversation with Dmitry Kozko, CEO MotorSport Games (NASDAQ: MSGM), he shares wisdom bytes for his innovation playbook, launching technology ventures and what it takes to create successful video games. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    A Conversation with a Generation Z'er - from Father to Son (3rd Year)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 66:03


    In this conversation with Ishan Outram (aged 23), we discuss his personal growth and learnings during a 2021 wrap, being a whole person, and getting out of your comfort zone. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Is it Millennials, or your Management Model?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 85:03


    In this conversation with Brad Szollose, TEDx Speaker, award winning author of 5 books and Principal Brad Szollose International, he shares his wisdom bytes on the millennial (and younger) generations. We discuss a spectrum of topics including shifts in leadership, parenting, branding and some "big' questions about generational changes and impact on society. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Empowering Mind and Body Through Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2021 67:05


    In this conversation with Dr. Lisa Farrell, Founder & President of Symmetry Alliance LLC, Physical Therapist and Certified Mindfulness & Meditation Instructor, we discuss harnessing the mind/body connection through meditation, and living life more mindfully. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Is That All There Is?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2021 68:02


    In this episode with Bruce Turkel, international branding expert and best selling author, we discuss his latest book and key wisdom bytes about what to do with the rest of your life, universal truths about living your purpose, and deep inner work required for personal discovery. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    The Formula For Franchise Success: Great Systems and Lots of Passion!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2021 52:31


    In this conversation with Jeff Levine, Co-Founder, President, & Chief Extract Officer of Raw Juce, he shares his wisdom bytes about changing lives through healthy food while evaluating and growing a successful franchise business. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    "Make Things Better"

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2021 59:26


    In this conversation with Abe Ng, Founder & CEO of Sushi Maki, he shares his wisdom bytes on conscious leadership, continuous improvement, and leading with your heart. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Notes on Prioritizing Humanity

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2021 10:11


    "We measure success by the way we touch the lives of people" - Lessons on elevating and prioritizing humanity that I learned from my Mother. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Building Unity Through Music

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2021 73:44


    In this conversation with Willie Stewart, humanitarian and drummer, percussionist with legendary reggae bands Third World and Inner Circle, he shares his wisdom bytes on the power of music to change lives and transform our world for the better. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Love the Process, Don't Attach to the Outcome"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2021 60:54


    In this discussion with Akin Ayodele, Business Development Executive, serial entrepreneur, and former NFL Linebacker for the Miami Dolphins, Jacksonville Jaguars, Dallas Cowboys and Buffalo Bills, he shares his wisdom bytes about learnings and skills required to transition from professional sports to succeed in the business world. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    "The Only Constant in Leadership, is Change"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2021 69:50


    In this conversation with Karl Sprague, CEO Counselor and Coach, we discuss his wisdom bytes on the leadership meta-skills required to run successful businesses in the 21st century. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    "The Epic Leader- Accountable, Vulnerable, and Authentic"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2021 56:43


    In this episode with Rashmi Airan, internationally recognized speaker and consultant on corporate culture and ethics, she shares her wisdom bytes on leadership vulnerability, authenticity and accountability in the thick of adversity. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    Living Your Life's Purpose, or "Dharma Code"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2021 8:07


    In this episode, Richard shares his wisdom bytes on living your life's higher purpose, and the discovery process. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

    "Strategy First, then Organize to Win"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2021 64:37


    In this conversation with Laura Petrucci, Founder & CEO of the Winthrop Group she shares valuable wisdom bytes on the trial and errors of organizational design during rapid change. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/richard-outram/support

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