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I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 161, Keren Tsuk talks about a phrase that has influenced her. She shares a story about how injuring herself while walking on a mountain helped her learn to lead by example. Keren then advises us to become more effective at leadership.   Prologue Dr. Keren Tsuk is a consultant, keynote speaker, and thought leader in 21st-century leadership. Keren specializes in helping companies reach their full potential using mindfulness techniques. With more than 20 years of experience guiding global organizations through growth processes, Keren excels at working with senior management teams, helping executives find their inner wisdom and maximize their leadership potential. Keren lectures at international conferences and teaches at universities like PolyU in Hong Kong, Lahav Executive Education, Tel Aviv University, and IDC Herzliya. Keren's Ph.D. is on leadership at 21st-century organizations. Keren hosts a podcast, Mind Your Leadership, which covers conversations with thought leaders, CEOs, and managers from various organizations about leading mindfully.   01:32Part 1: Bringing Ourselves Completely to the Workplace 07:27Part 2: People Fully Show Up When You Do 15:00 Part 3: Busy People Need to Pause and Create Space _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR.   Episode links Keren's LinkedIn Profile, website, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram Keren's podcast, Mind Your Leadership Keren's book, Mindfully Wise Leadership   Gary DePaul's website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership  Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 160, Ginny talks about advice from her father, provides performance feedback to team members at Google, and advises us about making needs explicit. Prologue Ginny is a conscious leadership expert with more than three decades of experience in executive recruiting, talent management, and commercial real estate. She is passionate about helping individuals and organizations build strong cultures rooted in conscious choices and personal accountability. Ginny authored Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work. She hosts the Fifth Dimensional Leadership podcast. She holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a BA in French and Linguistics from the University of California at Davis.   01:32 Part 1: What Do You Want? 13:44 Part 2: Quality Feedback Involves Inquiring, Listening, and Caring 18:50 Part 3: Activate the Good in Others _________________________________   Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Jenny's LinkedIn Profile, website, blog, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram Jenny's book: Career Mapping, Charting Your Course In The New World Of Work Sample of some of Jenny's videos: Find Your Voice, Rethinking Your Job Search, Becoming Your Own Compass Gary DePaul's website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership  Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 159, Rusty Gaillard explains what someone said that helped him confront his own limited thinking. He then shares a story about how an Apple executive challenged his team to achieve an improbable customer experience goal. He concludes with advice to help you achieve success.   Prologue Having had more than twenty years of corporate experience (Apple, PG&E, and GE), Rusty changes lives through keynote speaking, executive and career coaching, and writing. He has authored Breaking the Code, which helps you address your self-image limitations. As Rusty states, “When you overcome the internal resistance, you have the freedom and power to make the impact you desire.”   02:04 Part 1: Put Aside Limited Thinking 07:10 Part 2: Change How You Think About Problems 17:33 Part 3: Envision Success  _________________________________   Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR.   No transcript available (future enhancement)   Episode links Rusty's LinkedIn profile, website, Twitter, YouTube (check out his Motivation Monday video series), blog   Rusty's book: Breaking The Code: Stop Looking for Answers and Start Enjoying Life (paperback, Kindle, and audiobooks)   Gary DePaul's website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership    The 2022 HRBP Report   Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 158, Sheri-Ann Mclean talks about something a lecturer said that inspired Sheri-ann. She then tells the story about recognizing and appreciating her staff, even when it meant spending her money. Sheri-ann then advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership. She also shares a John Maxwell quotation.   Prologue Born and raised on the beautiful island of Jamaica in the cool hills of St Mary, Sheri-ann now resides in Leicester, Massachusetts, United States. Through McLean Coaching and Consulting, LLC, she offers services in life coaching, leadership training, speaking, administering DISC, and facilitating the Leadership Game. She holds multiple certifications, including being designated as a Maxwell Leadership Certified Team Member. 02:04 Part 1: Limitations 07:10 Part 2: Show Value by Developing and Recognizing Others 17:33 Part 3: Invest in Yourself _________________________________   Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement)   Episode links Sheri-ann's LinkedIn Profile, website, bio, company LinkedIn page, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Calendly   Gary DePaul's website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership    The 2022 HRBP Report   Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 157, Janet Dell talks about a mentor's comment that puts difficult challenges into perspective. She then shares a story about how a CEO helped an organization move forward after a few people harmed the business' reputation. Janet ends with some advice to help us handle challenging problems.   Prologue Janet has been recognized as a Woman to Watch by Business Insurance magazine and has received several awards for product technology innovation. She is the President of Freeman Company, whose career journey has included success in global sales, digital transformation, process improvement, and worldwide client management. Janet is a dynamic and empathetic leader who develops opportunities for Freeman, its customers, and its people. She succeeds by putting people first. She encourages her teams to embrace change through constant communication, continuous learning, pragmatic thinking, and tenacity.   01:20 Part 1: Facing Your Fears, Pivoting, and Strengthening Your Resilience 05:13 Part 2: Courage of a CEO 09:48 Part 3: Write It Down _________________________________   Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR.   No transcript available (future enhancement)   Episode links Janet's LinkedIn Profile, company website, bio, LinkedIn company page   Janet's LinkedIn articles   Gary DePaul's website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership    The 2022 HRBP Report Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 156, Michael Teape talks about a life-changing moment that helped him overcome imposter syndrome and receive feedback in a new way. Michael then talks about how a CEO helped his company think differently during the COVID disruption. That led to a story about how an electrical company handled freezing telegraph lines that started by thinking about bears and honey. Next, Michael advises us to use three questions to guide one-to-one conversations with direct reports.   Prologue Since 1994, Michael has been conducting business and personal effectiveness design and delivery training, coaching, train-the-trainer, and training strategy development for a wide spectrum of clients. Michael is the owner and lead training consultant of Teape Training International (or TTI). Through TTI, Michael and his colleagues partner with clients through the entire learning strategy and curriculum development processes. 01:43 Part 1: Missing the Whole Picture 10:32 Part 2: Honey on the Telegraph Poles 24:17 Part 3: Power of the One-to-One _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement)   Episode links Michael's LinkedIn Profile, website, LinkedIn company page, Facebook, one-page bio You can schedule time with Michael for an executive presence call.   Gary DePaul's website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership    The 2022 HRBP Report Lead on!

In Season Three, I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 155, Celine describes how a letter to her CEO sparked a social movement. She shares a Helen Bevan quotation. Celine then talks about how she worked with the Chief Quality Officer, who demonstrated what it means to lead. Celine became the company's Head of Innovation and Engagement for Quality. Celine advises us on how to free people from our own solutions and establish conditions for collective solutions to happen. Prologue Celine is a speaker, podcaster, and expert in “engaged leadership serving human innovation globally.” She authored the book, Dare to Un-Lead, and has several blog posts as well. While a native of France, Celine has worked in Vietnam, Southeast Asia, China, Latin America, Africa, Japan, and the United States. Celine has spoken at several organizations and conferences about her expertise in organizational change, team efficiency, and engagement leadership. 01:54 Part 1: A Letter to the CEO 19:35 Part 2: Taking Notes and Community Activism 29:47 Part 3: Nurturing Collective Capacity and the Quality of the Process _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Celine's LinkedIn Profile, website, Dare to Un-Lead Podcast, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, mastodon, Medium Helen's book, Dare to Un-Lead Helen Bevan at Horizons NHS Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership (Second Edition) The 2022 HRBP Report (free formats available) Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 154, Ron Karr talks about how he helped a client using data to explain a problem. He then shares a story about trust when he was a volunteer emergency medical technician (EMT). He then shares some advice for developing empathy. Prologue Ron Karr is recognized as the leading Sales Success Expert and has appeared on multiple media networks. With more than 36 years of sales and leadership experience, Ron shares his insights with global audiences. He has authored Velocity Mindset®, which explains more than his sales methodology: he delivers insight into leadership. Not only is Ron an accomplished keynote speaker, but he is also a Past President of the National Speakers Association—the trade group supporting the top thought leaders in the world. Part 1: Influence by Telling a Story with Data Part 2: Trust and Shifting from Being Task-Oriented to Purpose-Orientated Part 3: Empathy, Questions, and Influence _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Ron's LinkedIn Profile, website, blog, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook Ron's books: The Velocity Mindset Lead, Sell, or Get Out of the Way The Complete Idiot's Guide to Great Customer Service The Titan Principle Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership The 2022 HRBP Report Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 153, Amanda Obidike shares a quotation by Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. In the following story, Amanda talks about how a chairman helped her grow as a general manager. Next, she advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue Amanda Obidike is the Founding Curator of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Shapers, Ozubulu hub, where she leads dialogues and engages communities on future-focused skills, youth, and social development. The Open University has certified Amanda in STEM Education. She is the Founder and Executive Director of the STEMi Makers Africa. In this role, she provides leadership and strategy management. She oversees the design and implementation of sustainable Community projects across 17 sub-Saharan countries by preparing the next generation of Africans with lucrative STEM skills to become experienced in Africa's workforce. Forbes Science described her as the Nigerian changing the culture fabric for young girls to embrace STEM. 00:00 Part 1: Inspiring Young Girls and Boys 00:00 Part 2: Overcoming Social and Personal Restraints 00:00 Part 3: Encouraging Others to Lead _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Amanda's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala bio Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:20 Epic Piano by Top_Red_Music 07:25 Positive Tropical Summer Mood by Alex_MakeMusic 14:17 Luxury Lounge by LumenMedia 17:20 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 152, Dawn Shuler talks about her professional journey and shares a quotation that has helped her understand her journey. She shares a story about her daughter, who illustrates effective leadership. Dawn then advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue Dawn is the CEO and Founder of The Shuler Group, LLC. She has been working in business and communication all her life. As you will learn, Dawn taught English fresh out of college but then continued her journey to create a successful business. She helps individuals, corporations, and associations achieve more success and a competitive edge by strengthening their leadership, systems and processes, and training. She has thousands of hours of coaching and training executives and mid-level employees at organizations like NASA, the admissions department at a national education association, non-profit foundations, and many small businesses. 01:44 Part 1: The Gift of Seeing What Others Cannot 10:31 Part 2: Be the Champion of the People You Work With 19:50 Part 3: We All Are in Supporting Roles and Are Stars _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Dawn's LinkedIn Profile, Twitter, website, Facebook Dawn's podcast, When People Thrive, Companies Thrive with Dawn Shuler Gallup article, Great Resignation Really Great Discontent Don Miguel Ruiz's book, The Four Agreements Seth Godin Episode 004: Judy Hale and the Brown Suit Episode 026: Peter Popovich Explains Emotional Intelligence Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:27 Inspiring Piano by Top_Red_Music 10:14 Upbeat Corporate Positive by SugarTape 19:32 Tropical Summer 2 by Alex_MakeMusic 24:57 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 151, Baiba Žiga talks about what a mentor said that helped her re-evaluate her views on work. She then shares a story about a difficult period of her life in Finland and what she learned from the experience. Next, Baiba shares advice on how we can strengthen our leadership. Prologue A brilliant DEI and workplace culture consultant, Baiba Žiga has helped thousands of professionals through her speaking events, leadership coaching, and KOPA, a DEI community. She hosts LinkedIn Live events as well as the 21st Century Change Agent. Baiba is well connected to global professionals who strive to positively change the world. 01:32 Part 1: Re-evaluate How You Work In this story, Baiba talks about what a mentor said that affected how she viewed her work. She then discusses some key concepts about leadership, vulnerability, and courage. 11:15 Part 2: Finland, Systemic Thinking, and Asking Powerful Questions Baiba talks about an experience in Finland and how it affected her views about self-leadership. 24:09 Part 3: The Best Leadership Investment You Can Make Baiba advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead and offers specific steps that you can begin doing. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Baiba's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Instagram LinkedIn videos Unlock the Power of Questions Evolving Intercultural Communications Evolving Emotional Literacy Sally Mousa's LinkedIn profile Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:17 In Inspiring piano by Top_Red_Music 10:57 Corporate Inspiration Background by MusicStock 23:52 Tropical by Alex_MakeMusic 27:18 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 150, Erik Reis talks about what his father said that affected his outlook on life. He describes what he learned from workers about his father while working at his father's business. The experience influenced how he leads. Finally, Erik advises us to meet people where they are. Prologue Credentials, schooling, or people's opinions do not define who Erik is. He defines his life by his continuous pursuit of knowledge, experience, and building relationship. Erik co-founded Nobody Studios where he is the Director of Health and Wellness. His amazing team is ideating, creating, and innovating progressive companies within the healthcare field. 01:58 Part 1: Self-care and Labeling Your Experiences For many, parents influence how they live. In this story, Erik explains something his father said that shaped how Erik lives life. 07:51 Part 2: Helping People to be the Best Version of Themselves In this story, Erik talks about the positive effect of his father's leadership on his employees. From an unusual perspective, Erik learned what workers thought of his father. 16:33 Part 3: Meet Others Where They Are at Erik advises us to meet people where they are and encourages us to help others be at their best. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Erik's LinkedIn Profile Nobody Studios Episode 099: Mark McNally Has the Courage to Embrace Transparency Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:40 Background Inspiring Technology by LumenMedia 07:39 Inspire corporate by Top_Red_Music 16:16 Happy Summer Day by Alex_MakeMusic 20:32 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 149, Caroline Harth talks about a Brené Brown quotation. She then shares her journey from being in a law firm to owning her communication consulting business. Caroline then explains how you can own your own story. Prologue Caroline's WHY is to guide others in owning their story. She helps clients clearly communicate who they are and why they matter. Doing so empowers clients to embrace leadership. Caroline knows the power of empathy in business and how authenticity helps professionals craft their unique voices in the corporate world. She is the Founder of Harthcommunications, a cutting-edge communications consultancy rooted in authentic storytelling. Caroline has earned her Ph.D. in legal history and theory of law. 01:53 Part 1: Walking Inside Your Story Caroline shares a Brené Brown quotation about owning and sharing your story, which became the foundation of her consulting practice. She further explains how sharing your story builds trust and strengthens how we lead. 11:13 Part 2: From Law to Communications In this story, Caroline talks about how one law partner helped her with a turning point in her career. With his help, Caroline transitioned from law to communications. This led to her being a visual story producer and later starting her own consulting business. 15:49 Part 3: How to Own Your Story Caroline explains the steps to begin owning your own story. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Caroline's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Vimeo, YouTube Brené Brown's book, Rising Strong Glennon Doyle's book, Untamed Mark Manson's books Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:35 Summer 3 by Alex_MakeMusic 10:55 Piano Corporate by AlexUnderTheSky 15:31 Happy Acoustic Music by 331 21:08 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

For bonus episodes, I share conversations that occur between a regular episode's segments. For Episode 148, Alan Carroll shares the STOP technique and discusses whether keynote speakers should practice frequently or be spontaneous. He then explains what Transpersonal Psychology is. Prologue Alan is passionate about giving people the experience of mindfulness and presence through public speaking. Alan is a seeker who discovered his passion for coaching people in the 1970s. He is the founder of Alan Carroll & Associates, which offers mindfulness in action workshops. Alan graduated from San Jose State University with a Masters in Psychology and is the author of The Broadband Connection. 01:22 Part 1: Still the Mind with the STOP Technique Alan shares a technique that he learned from a podcast with Deepak Chopra. S: Stop T: Three breathes O: Observe your breath or body sensations P: Proceed with kindness (awareness and compassion) 06:20 Part 2: Keynote Speaking: Practice or Improvise? I ask Alan for his opinion about whether keynote speakers should frequently practice their talks or if they should improvise. 12:17 Part 3: Defining Transpersonal Psychology Alan is a Transpersonal Psychologist. I asked Alan to explain what Transpersonal Psychology is. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Alan's LinkedIn Profile Alan's company website, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram Alan's book, The Broadband Connection Business Insider text and video, Deepak Chopra offers advice on how to manage stress and find meaning during the pandemic Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:05 Motivational Corporate by iBroccoli 06:02 Romantic Latin by Dredstudio 11:58 Ukulele Hold Music by Antracto 13:50 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 147, Alan Carroll talks about leveraging time and space when communicating. He shares a story about accepting vulnerability while training to become a speaker. He then uses an analogy from the book, Jonathan Livingston Seagull. Prologue Alan is passionate about giving people the experience of mindfulness and presence through public speaking. Alan is a seeker who discovered his passion for coaching people in the 1970s. He is the founder of Alan Carroll & Associates, which offers mindfulness in action workshops. Alan graduated from San Jose State University with a Masters in Psychology and is the author of The Broadband Connection. 00:56 Part 1: Perform Your Thoughts with Sounds and Silence To lead effectively, Alan explains a quotation that has to do with developing how you leverage time and space when communicating. 10:10 Part 2: Risk Vulnerability to Grow In this story, Alan shares how he allowed vulnerability while learning to become a speaker. 01 then explains how speaking has helped him become more flexible, adaptive, and grounded at any moment. 17:06 Part 3: Taking a Full Breath Alan begins discussing sharing a vision and knowledge that others don't have. He uses an analogy from the book, Jonathan Livingston Seagull. Alan advises us to control our breathing and pauses to improve at leadership and speaking. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Alan's LinkedIn Profile Alan's company website, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram Alan's book, The Broadband Connection Richard Bach's book, Jonathan Livingston Seagull Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:37 Happy Party Time by Alex_MakeMusic 09:52 Tech by Top_Red_Music 16:47 Promo by AlexUnderTheSky 21:31 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 146, Sherri McManus and Lou Everett share two John Maxwell quotations, illustrate the practice of leadership in two stories, and advise us on how we can lead more effectively. Prologue Sherri and Lou co-own the Lou Everett Group. Sherri is the COO and Executive Leadership Coach, and Lou is the CEO, Business and Leadership Coach. They co-own The Lou Everett Group and are known for their highly effective coaching, teaching, and speaking on the importance of personal growth and how it impacts our Influence as a Leader. Both are Certified Leadership Coaches and Corporate Trainers. 01:33 Part 1: Miracles Happen During Transitions Sherri and Lou talk about two quotations that have inspired how they live their lives. Both are from John Maxwell. 07:59 Part 2: Policies and Processes Obscure Leadership Practices Leadership isn't documented in policies or processes. They occur as a way of practicing them. Sherri and Lou share stories that illustrate how managers practice leadership. 19:13 Part 3: Work-Life Harmony Sherri and Lou advise us on becoming more effective in leading by focusing on our own development. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Sherri's LinkedIn Profile, Lou's LinkedIn Profile, Company website, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Alignable, YouTube Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:15 Corporate Ambient by LumenMedia 07:41 Success Corporate by Top_Red_Music 12:29 Technology Marketing by iBroccoli 18:55 Positive Summer Upbeat Mood by Alex_MakeMusic 25:35 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In the bonus Episode 145, Csaba Toth talks about the amount of work needed to become accomplished. Gary shares with Csaba one of his heroes, Daryl Davis. This leads to a discussion about bridging the gap of differences. Then, Csaba explains how our biases work to find evidence for our beliefs. Prologue A native of Hungary and now a UK resident, Csaba has 15 years of experience in setting up start-ups and working with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and entrepreneurs. He is a best-selling author and the founder of ICQ Global, a people development organization with more than 160 licensed partners in 42 countries. Csaba has certified more than 80 coaches and consultants globally. 01:22 Part 1: The Unglamorous Side of Entrepreneurs, Coaches, Therapists, and Athletes Too often, we look at someone's accomplishments and mistakenly assume the journey to those accomplishments was easy. 03:24 Part 2: Gary's Hero Is Daryl Davis When you get to know people, Csaba talks about bridging the gap of differences. 08:53 Part 3: Good News Doesn't Sell Csaba explains that the brain is like Google; we find what we look for. We also talk about cognitive dissonance. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Csaba's LinkedIn Profile, website, Instagram, Csaba's book, Uncommon Sense in Unusual Times Csaba's Forbes articles Example Articles by Csaba, two questions and follow-up Dunning-Kruger Effect Cognitive Dissonance Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:05 Technology Corporation by Top_Red_Music 03:05 Inspiring Acoustic Family Journey by Dredstudio 08:35 Spanish Guitar by TexasBrother 11:40 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 144, Csaba Toth explains what a teacher said that is the basis of part of his business. He shares how a Vice President encouraged his managers to develop their leadership. Csaba then advises how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue A native of Hungary and now a UK resident, Csaba has 15 years of experience in setting up start-ups and working with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and entrepreneurs. He is a best-selling author and the founder of ICQ Global, a people development organization with more than 160 licensed partners in 42 countries. Csaba has certified more than 80 coaches and consultants globally. 01:53 Part 1: Our Perception Depends on the Quantity and Quality of Information Csaba explains that the biggest distance between two people is misunderstanding. Csaba talks about his teenage years, how he studied martial arts, and what a teacher told him. Csaba built a business around what the teacher said. 07:39 Part 2: The Fragility of Certainty and Agreeability In this story, Csaba explains how a Vice President interacted with regional managers to build their leadership capabilities. 14:47 Part 3: Leveling Up and Self-Inclusion Csaba advises us to develop purposeful doubt and be blissfully dissatisfied. Csaba also talks about cognitive flexibility, the effect of echo chambers, craving certainty, and knowing yourself. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Csaba's LinkedIn Profile, website, Instagram, Twitter Csaba's book, Uncommon Sense in Unusual Times Csaba's Forbes articles Example Articles by Csaba, two questions and follow-up Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:35 Corporated by Top_Red_Music 07:21 Technology Commercial by iBroccoli 14:31 A Innovation Technology Background by ToucanMusic 21:37 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 143, Mariah and Byron Edgington explain the phrase, “You are more than enough.” They then share stories about how people can lift others up. Next, Byron and Mariah share advice on how we can lead more effectively. Prologue While Mariah is a retired critical care and emergency nurse and Byron is a retired helicopter pilot and an Army veteran, both co-authored the new book, Journey Well, You Are More Than Enough. Byron is the author of multiple books, and they both write for BIZCATALYST 360°. 01:31 Part 1: Lifting Others and Appreciating Them Byron and Mariah explain the phrase, “You are more than enough.” The phrase comes from the title of their new book. Mariah advises how to communicate your message to a broader audience on social media. 09:50 Part 2: Small Acts that Lift Others Byron shares a story from his work as a commercial helicopter pilot for a hospital. Later, Mariah talks about how acknowledging someone can lift them up. 15:42 Part 3: Vulnerability and Reducing Imposter Syndrome Byron advises us to embrace vulnerability, and Mariah talks about believing in being worthy. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Mariah's LinkedIn Profile, website Byron's LinkedIn Profile, website, Facebook Their course on Udemy, Journey Well, You Are More Than Enough Their book, Journey Well, You Are More Than Enough Byron's articles on Bizcatalyst360 Mariah's articles on Bizcatalyst360 Brené Brown, TEDxHouston, The Power of Vulnerability Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:15 Sentimental by Alex_MakeMusic 09:32 An Inspired Idea by Top_Red_Music 15:23 Uplifting Life by Top_Red_Music 18:42 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 142, I describe Doshi and McGregor's three direct motivators. Keith then describes switching to be, do have to experience peace, power, and flow. Prologue Keith E. Smith, CEO of Vonco Products, a leading medical device contract manufacturing and consumer flexible packaging producer, has made some recent life-balancing changes that opened him to lead more through connection than strategy. 01:10 Switch to Be Do Have I begin by describing Doshi and McGregor's three direct motivators: play, purpose, and potential. Keith explains that we need to switch to be, do, and have, which leads to experiencing peace, power, and flow. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Keith's LinkedIn Profile and website His company's website Two of Keith's articles: Unlocking The Potential of Having It All: Part I – The Path of Force Unlocking The Potential to Having It All: Part II, The Path of Power Neel Doshi and Lindsay McGregor's book, Primed to Perform Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 05:45 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 141, Keith E. Smith talks about his transformational journey and how he strengthened his leadership. He talks about how his company was initially affected by COVID but then how his people made a difference in the medical community. Keith then advises us about prioritizations. Prologue Keith E. Smith, CEO of Vonco Products, a leading medical device contract manufacturing and consumer flexible packaging producer, has made some recent life-balancing changes that opened him to lead more through connection than strategy. His company has a powerful core value: “We care more: About each other; About our customers; About patients and consumers.” 01:08 Part 1: Intelligence and Knowledge May Be Necessary but Not Sufficient Keith describes his journey about how he transformed his life at and outside of work. 08:23 Part 2: We Care More When COVID started, Keith talks about how his company was initially affected. He then explains how the people at Vonco rose to the occasion to make a difference by filling gaps in medical supplies. 13:47 Part 3: Flip It Keith advises us to change how we prioritize and rethink what's important. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Keith's LinkedIn Profile and website His company's website Two of Keith's articles: Unlocking The Potential of Having It All: Part I – The Path of Force Unlocking The Potential to Having It All: Part II, The Path of Power Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:50 Summer Mood by Alex_MakeMusic 08:05 Upbeat by Top_Red_Music 13:30 Funky Pop by Alex_MakeMusic 18:15 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 140, Mike Watson explains something his father said that helped him as a branch manager. He then shares a story about a CEO candidate who didn't get the job and what happened next. Finally, Mike shares three ways to strengthen how we lead. Prologue If you are in the greater Vancouver area, look for Mike. He gets leadership and curates his knowledge and experiences in his new book, Rise Up: Leadership Habits for Turbulent Times. Mike has a strategic planning process that draws the best from executive teams. 01:34 Part 1: Not Telling How Mike talks about his experience as a first-time branch manager. He explains something that his father said to him. 08:11 Part 2: Rigorous Boot Camp Exercise In this story, Mike explains how a candidate for a CEO position didn't get the job and why. It is a fantastic story of determination to change for the better. 18:14 Part 3: Help Them to Be at Their Best Mike advises us on how we can be more effective at leadership. He shares three things you can begin doing immediately. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Mike's LinkedIn Profile, Twitter Ignite Management LinkedIn company profile, website, YouTube, Twitter Mike's book, Rise Up Adam Grant's book, Think Again Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:15 Positivity by Twisterium 07:57 Positive Paradise Tropical Summer Pop by Alex_MakeMusic 15:56 Uplifting Piano with Light Strings by pinkzebra 22:15 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 139, Katherine McCord shares an insightful comment made by her father that helped how she lives her life. She then describes a high performer who started working for her that didn't start by performing well. She explains what her spouse did to improve the employee's performance. Katherine ends by advising how we can lead more effectively. Prologue Katherine is the President of the recruiting and consulting organization Titan Management, and the inventor of the anti-bias Applicant Tracking System, Titan ATS 02:06 Part 1: Resilience and Determination In this story, Katherine talks about something her father said to her that affected how she approached her life. 08:52 Part 2: Bouncing on A Ball What do you do when someone is not performing. Katherine explains that a notable high performer wasn't performing well. With the help of her spouse, she learned a simple but effective way to turn someone's performance for the better. 15:28 Part 3: Inclusiveness, Learning, and Firing Katherine advises us on how we can more effectively lead. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Katherine's LinkedIn Profile, website, Facebook Podcast, Career Launch Live Two of Katherine's articles: Recovering the Personal Touch in Recruiting Neurodiversity in the Workplace James C. Hunter's book, The Servant Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:47 Tropical Summer Happy Upbeat Pop by Alex_MakeMusic 08:42 The Funk Music by EliansProductions 15:10 The Motivation by Alex_MakeMusic 20:02 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

Episode 138 is a bonus episode that continues the Episode 137 discussion about DEI and cultural management. Ed Muzio describes Iterative Management, the challenge to adapt when things change, and welcoming conflict. Prologue Ed Muzio is an engineer who evolved his practice to management consulting. Whether at the c-suite or frontline, Ed helps teams learn to adapt and think systemically and iteratively. Ed has authored three books, including Iterate, now available as an audiobook. Ed also wrote the forward to the Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership book. 00:58 Part 1: Performance and Iterative Management Ed describes Iterative Management and the challenge to adapt when circumstances change. 05:54 Part 2: Small Changes Can Make A Difference Ed advises us to acknowledge and handle conflict. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Ed's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Facebook, video library Referenced whitepaper, Plant Your DE&I Initiative in a Greenfield, Not a Minefield Ed's books Iterate Make Work Great Four Secrets to Liking Your Work Ed's previous podcast episodes 137 Ed Muzio, Culture, DEI, and Systemic Thinking 109 Ed Muzio Demystifies Culture 033: Ed Muzio Upgrades Managerial Teams Neel Doshi and Lindsay McGreager's book, Primed to Perform Edith Eva Eger conflict quotation (#37. A Couple that Doesn't have fights, don't have intimacy either) Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:41 Women's Day by GentleJammers 05:36 Corporate Uplifting by Alex_MakeMusic 10:59 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 137, Ed Muzio explains why the DEI mission is challenging. He defines environmental receptivity and behavioral flexibility as the terms relate to DEI. Finally, he talks about where to begin with DEI and cultural management. Prologue Ed Muzio is an engineer who evolved his practice to management consulting. Whether at the c-suite or frontline, Ed helps teams learn to adapt and think systemically and iteratively. 03:08 Part 1: The Organizational Immune System DEI professionals have the difficult mission to strengthen their organization's diversity, equity, and inclusion. From a management consulting perspective, Ed explains why the DEI mission can be challenging. 12:46 Part 2: Environmental Receptivity and Behavioral Flexibility Ed explains how environmental receptivity and behavioral flexibility relate to DEI. 18:28 Part 3: What Should Your Organization Do? Ed answers the question of what organizations should focus on first: DEI or cultural management challenges. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Ed's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Facebook, video library Referenced whitepaper, Plant Your DE&I Initiative in a Greenfield, Not a Minefield Ed's books Iterate Make Work Great Four Secrets to Liking Your Work Ed's previous podcast episodes 109 Ed Muzio Demystifies Culture 033: Ed Muzio Upgrades Managerial Teams For definitions of DEI, listen to Episode 023: Simma Lieberman Elevates Culture with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion A report with DEIB definitions, 2020-2023 Workforce Strategy: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, UCI Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 136, Mike Thorne shares his story about his own development. He illustrates how to work with employees to support them in their career development. He then recommends a book and advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue Having served as the CEO of a Synthetic Turf company, President of Russell Athletic Team division, and President of Yankee Candle, Mike has had to read numerous P&L sheets. From his experience in these roles, Mike explains that the most critical P&L is not Profit & Loss but people & listening. Currently, Mike is a Vistage Chair, where he facilitates for small/midsize business owners and coaches subject-matter experts in under 5 employee companies. 01:21 Part 1: Letting Go of the 1000 Pound Weight on Your Shoulders In this story, Mike shares something his parents said to him that affected his outlook on life. He describes his journey from being in sports to his high-level executive role to sharing his story in a Toastmasters meeting. 13:48 Part 2: Tell Me Your Story Mike explains how he worked with an employee applying for a higher-level role. He models how learning someone's story helped position the employee for his next role. 18:35 Part 3: It's Brady Time Mike recommends a book and advises us about how we should start our day. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Mike's LinkedIn Profile, website, Workbook, How to Build Your Own Personal Trust Community Toastmasters International Episode 026: Peter Popovich Explains Emotional Intelligence Ryan Holiday's book, The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations for Clarity, Effectiveness, and Serenity Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:05 Modern Chillout Inspirational by sonicscope 13:31 Lazy Lounge Background by DanielPapp 18:17 Like Universe by StudioEtude 22:22 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 135, Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar discuss the leadership of President Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Zelenskyy. Prologue Don and Ajay have appeared on previous episodes (see links below). 02:26 Part 1: Lead by Example Ajay and Don contrast Zelenskyy's and Putin's leadership styles. 07:15 Part 2: The Courage to Do What's Right Don and Ajay discuss the meaning of courage in leadership. 17:47 Part 3: Relatability Ajay and Don contrast how Zelenskyy and Putin communicate. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Don's LinkedIn Profile, bio Ajay's LinkedIn Profile, bio, Twitter Related episodes 003, Ajay Pangarkar and The Responsibility to Shine 029, Don Kirkey Connects with Others 032, Don Kirkey Puts Others First 038, Ajay Pangarkar Persuades Professionals to Give Up Control 041, Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar Encourage Growth 095, Kim Campbell Gets to the Heart of Leadership James C. Collin's book, Good to Great Darkest Hour movie, Churchill's Triumphant Speech We Shall Never Surrender Speech Gary DePaul's website Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 02:10 Calm & Slow Piano Ambient Soft Background Music by LuckyBlackCat 06:57 Slow Emotional Piano by alexbird 17:31 August Soft Piano Background by Manriquedelara 25:33 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 134, Richard Medcalf describes what someone said to inspire him to pursue an executive coaching career, shares a story about a new CHRO who he coached, and advises how to overcome our biggest bottleneck that holds us back. Prologue Richard Medcalf describes himself as “what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor, and Freddie Mercury into a blender.” Richard is an executive coach & leadership consultant to founders, CEOs, and their leadership teams. He is bi-national English/French, lives near Paris, is happily married, and is the proud father of two. Richard is a licensed lay minister in the Anglican Church. He has an insatiable love for spicy food and the electric guitar. 01:30 Part 1: Mastermind with Freddie Mercury Richard describes what someone said that inspired him to pursue his coaching career. 06:44 Part 2: Stuck in the Inbox In this story, Richard helps a CHRO overcome an email management issue. Richard then explains incremental and exponential leadership. 13:14 Part 3: Find Your Biggest Bottleneck David advises us on identifying the biggest barrier that holds us back. He shares four categories to consider. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Richard's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter Richard's show, The Impact Multiplier CEO Podcast Select articles: Exponential Leadership Principles New CEO onboarding The ultimate guide Freddie Mercury L. David Marquet Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:12 Summer Chill House by LumenMedia 06:26 Spirit Talk by MyMusicID 12:56 Noir Detective by _Blacksmith_ 24:05 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

Episode 133 is a one-off episode that doesn't follow the standard format. The story that you will hear is about Catalina, a rescued kitten. In the narrative, Gary DePaul shares two insights that can help you strengthen your leadership capabilities and help the people you work with feel more appreciated, understood, and cared for. While the episode features the audio recording, you can access the video link below. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Video, Catalina: A Leadership Story Episode 132: Mike Bassett and Life Lessons from The Ditch Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:08 Inspired by SugarTape 09:09 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 100, Mike Bassett shares how his father influenced him, explains his almost career-ending experience, and shares three lessons from the ditch. He then advises us on how we can lead more effectively. Prologue How might someone describe Mike's character? Hard-working, ambitious, and kind. For more than 34 years, Mike has practiced civil trial law. He established a well-built law firm, the Bassett Firm. Before that, he experienced a dark period in his life, which reminds us that we are one left turn from being in The Ditch. Mike's astonishing personal and professional struggles have tested him repeatedly. In Mike's book, you'll learn his story that illustrates his character and resiliency. As an attorney, Mike has embraced the hard path of grace and believes in second chances as much as he believes in honesty to his clients. 02:03 Part 1: Do It Right! Mike shares something that his father told him that influenced how he approaches life. He then talks about handling challenges the right way. 05:20 Part 2: In Dark Moments In this story, Mike shares what happened earlier in his career that almost ended his law practice. He talks about how learning happens in such situations. 14:15 Part 3: Teachings and Advice from the Bottom of the Muddy, Craggy Ditch Mike shares three of the nine lessons he learned from his experience early in his career. He describes all nine in his book. Next, Mike advises us on how to be more effective in practicing leadership. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Mike's LinkedIn Profile, law firm website, the firm's blog Mike's podcast, Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & Law Mike's book, The Man in the Ditch About Malcolm Muggeridge About Cornel West and the quotable quote About St. Francis of Assisi and how a quotation reflects his teachings About Herb Kelleher Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:45 The Upbeat Tech by iBroccoli 05:02 Inspire Uplifting by Alex_MakeMusic 13:57 Corporate Time by Alex_MakeMusic 22:55 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 131, Jack Bucalo describes three softskill categories, explains why executives resist buying into softskill training, how to obtain buy-in to softskill training, and explains the advantages to this softskill training approach. Prologue Jack Bucalo has authored more than fifty detailed and actionable articles about HR and leadership development. When Jack was the Corporate Senior VP of Human Resources and Chief HR Officer for Fiserv, he partnered with the Chief Executive Officer and the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee to develop the first Fiserv executive development leadership center. 01:36 Part 1: Describing Softskills and Explaining Buy-In Reluctance Jack describes three softskill categories as it relates to leadership. He shares examples of each category to explain the “softskill” label. He then discusses why some upper management professionals don't buy into or support softskill training. 4:38 Part 2: Aligning Softskills to Business Objectives Jack discusses three types of business objectives: financial, operational, and strategic. He offers examples of each and then explains how softskill training can align with specific business objectives. Doing so can influence buy-in. 10:52 Part 3: Summarizing the Main Points Jack summarizes his main points from the perception of softskill training to how effective softskill training can help HR and talent developers get a seat at the executive or table. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Jack's LinkedIn Profile Jack's articles Leadership Development Dilemma: Priority on Soft or Hard Skills? Leadership Development – The Urgent Need for A Major Paradigm Shift A New Path Forward to Leadership Development Success Article with links to research studies: Leadership development is creating a dilemma HR Exchange Network BIZCATALYST 360° Gary DePaul's website Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:18 Evening on the Beach by M_B_Music_Studio 04:20 Clouds by dimadjdocent 10:34 Matador's Eye by PetrenjMusic 13:39 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 130, Curtis Odom talks about a high school counselor, explains what he learned from the best manager he has ever worked with, and advises us on strengthening how we lead. Prologue Dr. Curtis Odom is an experienced entrepreneur, business owner, and former Fortune 100 executive. He is an author, teacher, consultant, and coach who motivates, educates, and inspires others to achieve their highest levels of success both professionally and personally. Curtis served in the Navy, navigated various roles in firms and corporations, and now is an Executive Professor of Management at Northeastern University. He also is a member of the Forbes Coaches Council and Distinguished Principal Research Fellow at The Conference Board. 01:49 Part 1: Lighting a Fire In this story, a high school counselor says something to Curtis that sparked a desire to change his life and career. He describes how he enlisted in the Navy and his career since then. 07:34 Part 2: "Working with" Rather than "Working for" Curtis talks about his experience working with the best manager to whom he has reported to. He shares insights that he learned from her and used to help professionals and students. 14:32 Part 3: Feedback Is Something You Have to Ask for Curtis advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership practices. He describes his use of the Stop-Start-Continue feedback technique. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Curtis' LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter Curtis' book, Things I Heard My Professor Say Admiral Grace Hopper Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:13 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:30 Inspired by Alex_MakeMusic 07:17 Happy Positive by Alex_MakeMusic 14:13 Dirty Deeds by simming 19:33 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 129, Brad Smith shares a story about developing self-awareness, how a bus breaking down led to leadership, and how Brad, as a supervisor, led to increased productivity. Brad then advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership. Prologue Brad was an analytical and formulation chemist, a production plant and equipment designer, and a janitor, among other things. Since 1996, Brad Smith started Stellar Insight, Inc. He coaches CEOs and business owners on igniting their business growth. He researches and learns why and how things work and how to make them evolve and get better. 01:36 Part 1: Emotional Self-Awareness Brad shares a story about how he developed self-awareness of his emotions. 08:01 Part 2: Step In and Make A Difference Brad shares two stories. The first involves a bus that breaks down, and the second occurred when Brad was a supervisor. 13:36 Part 3: Integrity and the Walking Billboard Brad advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership. He distinguishes management from leadership, and discusses integrity. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Brad's LinkedIn Profile, website, company LinkedIn page Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership The 2022 HRBP Report Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:20 Positive Pop by BlackSeaMusic 07:42 Motivate by Awesome_Music 09:51 Happy Celebration by EliansProductions 13:19 Acoustic Guitar Background by Awesome_Music 17:16 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

128: Diego Ugalde Explains that Mistakes Are the Pathway to Growth I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 127, Diego Ugalde shares a fable by Alan Watts, explains how walking among workers doesn't give you the pulse of employees, and talks about a conversation that he had with his daughter. Prologue As a Navy SEAL, Diego Ugalde served three combat tours in Iraq. He participated in more than 250 highly classified combat and Advanced Special Operations missions. Now retired, Diego is the CEO of The Trident Approach. His team of current and former Navy SEALS teach the best of what they learned from their time in The Teams. They have a Deep Connection to the SELF and to Humanity. 01:03 Part 1: Using a Different Lens Diego shares Alan Watt's story, The Chinese Farmer, and explains why it affected his perspective. 10:42 Part 2: Do You Know Your Own Pulse? Diego questions the claim that, by walking among cubicles, an executive can discover the pulse of his people. Diego explains why this is challenging and mythical. 19:47 Part 3: Mistakes, Curiosity, and Growth Diego takes us on a journey from his attic to a conversation with his daughter and then a discussion about being human. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Diego's LinkedIn Profile, The Trident Approach website, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, email Video, Alan Watts ~ The Story of the Chinese Farmer Greatest asset, FranklinCovey and HarperCollins Leadership Release Book, Master Mentors (read the Todd Davis excerpt) Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership The 2022 HRBP Report Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:45 Eco Corporate by ToucanMusic 10:24 Blue Swing by Remstunes 19:29 Inspiring Summer Upbeat Energetic Positive Pop by Alex_MakeMusic 26:42 Fun and by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 127, Scott Miller shares what Hyrum W. Smith said to him, talks about a story in which the president of his division showed courage and kindness, and advises us about retaining employees. Prologue Capping a 25-year career as a chief marketing officer and executive vice president of business development, Scott Jeffrey Miller currently serves as FranklinCovey's senior advisor on thought leadership. Scott hosts On Leadership with Scott Miller, the world's largest and fastest-growing leadership podcast, reaching more than six million people weekly. 01:39 Part 1: Perspective: A Life with No Arms or Legs Scott shares something that Hyrum W. Smith explained to him that put his life into perspective. 06:36 Part 2: Striking a Match at A Gas Station In this remarkable story of courage and kindness, Scott explains how the president of his division helped him with his development. 16:05 Part 3: The Relationship Asset Scott advises us to think about retaining employees, especially during the Great Resignation. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Scott's LinkedIn Profile, website, books, 100 Coaches profile, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Inc. column Podcast, FranklinCovey On Leadership with Scott Miller FranklinCovey website Hyrum W. Smith Episode 087: Ed Gash on Gratitude for Feedback Gary DePaul's website Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:20 Corporate Industry by ToucanMusic 06:17 Play It Baby by simming 15:46 Telephone Lines by simming 23:05 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

Episode 126 is a bonus episode in which I share an Episode 125 between-the-scenes conversation. Peri reflects on Part 2, which we just recorded. She makes some remarkable comments about the head and the heart. After the conversation, I close with a quotation from James C. Hunter. The quotation is from his book, The Servant. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Peri's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Facebook Peri's book, Leadership Flow: The Unstoppable Power of Connection James C. Hunter's book, The Servant: A Simple Story About the True Essence of Leadership Episode 125: Peri Chickering and The Power of the Pause Episode 8: Ronald Graves Differentiates the Coaching Role Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:40 by simming 04:52 Energetic Acoustic by ArtHaiz 06:30 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 125, Peri Chickering shares what a colleague said about how Peri helped her lead more effectively. She then shares a remarkable story about how an administrator forged new connections with faculty members. Next, Peri advises us on how we can strengthen our pause muscle. Prologue Peri Chickering is an author, coach, consultant, herbalist, and leadership educator. She has worked in the field of wilderness-based leadership and has run her own leadership school in Colorado and later in South Africa and Bulgaria. Peri has earned her Ph.D. in human and organizational systems. She now lives in New Hampshire with her husband, cat, and two horses and stewards 55 acres of woodlands. 02:22 Part 1: Tolerance for Silence Peri shares something that a colleague told her that affected her life. Her story introduces the function of the pause. 09:30 Part 2: Courage from the Heart What do you do when a faculty member calls you out as the source of a problem? You show courage! Peri's story illustrates how one person can defuse a situation and create connections by sharing a personal story. 17:59 Part 3: Slow Down Peri advises us on how we can strengthen our pause muscle. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Peri's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Facebook Peri's book, Leadership Flow: The Unstoppable Power of Connection Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 02:01 Corporate Media Show by Enrize 09:12 Miracles by Lowtone 17:41 The Funky by iBroccoli 23:16 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 124, Robin Stimson shares a memorable quotation from her mother, talks about the importance of valuing others, and represents those who cannot represent themselves. She advises us about strengthening our ability to be courageous. Prologue Robin Stimson is the owner of forwardBravely and is a Manager of Victim Services. She aids individuals who have been injured or lost loved ones. Robin received her Master's in Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She cultivated many resources for families, including a series of grief/trauma workshops, virtual support groups, and shareable videos. Her social work experience has been vital in advocating, educating, and preparing victims for everything from the criminal justice system to loss and renewal. 01:09 Part 1: Accepting Change Robin shares something memorable that her mother said that has grown in meaning. She then shares an experience in high school that illustrates why being valued helps with development. 07:55 Part 2: Courage and Good Trouble When leading, advocating for those who have no voice or are unable to represent themselves is crucial. Robin shares a story in which she advocated for her clients. 22:45 Part 3: Strengthening Your Courage Muscle Robin advises us on strengthening our ability to be courageous and talks about how important it is to begin finding our voice in meetings. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Robin's LinkedIn Profile and website Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:52 Upbeat Corporate Motivation by Enrize 07:37 The Funk Casino by ToucanMusic 22:27 Innovate by iBroccoli 29:00 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 123, Nigel Paine tells a story about trust, shares three ideas that can help us lead, and advises us about pursuing interests and the Pomodoro Technique. Prologue Nigel has worked in learning and leadership for 25 years. He has produced learning software and award-winning multi-media materials. Nigel consults with global organizations to help them develop learning cultures and create more humane and developmental workplaces. He authored three books, is the co-host of Learning Now Television, and co-hosts From Scratch, a discussion podcast with Martin Couzins. Nigel teaches doctoral students at UPenn. He. 01:05 Part 1: Trust In this story, Nigel explains what a co-facilitator said about trust. 05:29 Part 2: Dangers of the Eco Chambers Nigel shares three things that can help you lead: everyone is not like you, learn from diversity, and learn to ask good questions. 21:08 Part 3: Threads of Interest and the Pomodoro Technique Nigel advises us about the pursuit of interests and shares a technique he uses while working. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Nigel's LinkedIn Profile, website, books & articles, author's page, From Scratch podcast Learning Now TV Penn Chief Learning Officer, Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) The Pomodoro Technique Gary DePaul's website Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:47 The Happy Upbeat by EliansProductions 05:10 Techno Blog by Enrize 20:50 The Relaxation by AlexUnderTheSky 26:02 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In Episode 122, I picked four parts from previous episodes about caring and giving. 01:53 Part 1: Angela Shaw, Feeling Safe, Respectful Dialogue, and Outreach Angela shares the effect one manager had by how they developed their relationship. She talks about why some people find it challenging to openly discuss social-political news, such as the Black Lives Matter movement, the murder of unarmed Americans, and hate crimes against Asian-Americans. 08:03 Part 2: John Riordan Connects with the People in Uganda In this story, John talks about his experience living in Uganda. He explains how his time dedicated to the Academy grew from a short period of time to eight years! More importantly, he explains how soccer unites children with diverse backgrounds. 16:35 Part 3: Nicole Jones Gives Voice to an Assistant Part of leadership involves treating others in particular ways. Nicole shares a story that illustrates her quality and style for interacting with colleagues, customers, superiors, and direct reports. 24:22 Part 4: Joynicole Martinez and Humanity Joynicole describes her father's leadership and how her father modeled how to live life. This transitions to a conversation about passion and standing up for what you believe. Joynicole explains that people have more similarities than they believe. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Zach's LinkedIn Profile, Angela Shaw, John Riordan, Nicole Jones, Joynicole Martinez Episodes 082: Angela Shaw on Building Connections and Relationships 080: John Riordan on Building Leadership in Uganda 060: Nicole Jones Nurtures Progressive Partnerships 106: Joynicole Martinez Is Joyful and Passionate about Leadership Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:35 Island Calypsoby simonleng 07:45 The Happy by GreenRocketAudio 16:16 Technology by GreenRocketAudio 24:04 The Upbeat Corporate by GreenRocketAudio 31:27 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In Episode 121, I picked three parts from previous episodes that clarify leadership beliefs and assumptions. 00:53 Part 1: Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar Encourage Growth Don and Ajay discuss how encouraging people to grow and leave their role contributes to organizational growth. 06:57 Part 2: Dave Best and When Valuing People Is Legitimate In organizations that have frequent workforce reductions, benefit cutbacks, or removal of employee perks, you'll likely find leaders who act as if team members are less important than revenue, profits, operational expenses, and leaders. Dave discusses what it is like when employees as more important. 15:18 Part 3: Jack Bucalo and Action Plans For leadership training to be effective, attendees need to apply what they learn. Jack talks about having the broad parameters of an action plan as a takeaway from the training experience. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Guest LinkedIn Profiles, Don Kirkey, Ajay Pangarkar, Dave Best, and Jack Bucalo Episodes 041: Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar Encourage Growth 065: Dave Best Cracks Three Traditional Leadership Assumptions 011: Jack Bucalo and The Limitations of Leadership Development Programs 014: Jack Bucalo Explains Leadership Skills that CEOs Desire Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:40 Inspiring Post Rock Corporate by StellarTracks 06:41 Fantastic Adventure by PantheonMusic 15:00 The Upbeat Corporate by BearStockMusic 20:42 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In Episode 120, I share four parts from previous episodes about the Platinum Rule. 00:54 Part 1: Kon Apostolopoulos and the Voice of People Whom You Serve In this story, Coach Kon explains a mistake he made with a manager he used to report to. The story leads into a discussion about customers and then the Platinum Rule. 09:39 Part 2: Sonal Bahl with Practical Advice Sonal advises us on working on our own development while following the Platinum Rule. 14:32 Part 3: Sejal Thakkar and Learning What People Need Sejal advises us to go beyond the Golden Rule and consider adopting the Platinum Rule. 16:30 Part 4: David Wheatley and A Father's Expectations In this story, David shares how a coaching suggestion doesn't work out the way he expected. Yet, what resulted has helped David in his professional life and helped thousands learn from his experience. After sharing the story, he talks about the Platinum Rule. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Guest LinkedIn Profiles, Kon Apostolopoulos, Sonal Bahl, Sejal Thakkar, David Wheatley Episodes 058: Kon Apostolopoulos Gives Back to the Community 085: Sonal Bahl on Managing Expectations 074: Sejal Thakkar Raises Awareness about Biases 076: David Wheatley Finds Leadership While Sailing in the Atlantic Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:40 Event by danyvin 09:20 Blue Swing by Remstunes 14:14 Elegant Ambient by dimadjdocent 16:11 Bullfight In The Club by EasyTunes 21:11 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In Episode 119, I picked three leadership stories and one about advice from stewards who have served in the U.S. armed forces. 01:07 Part 1: Guy W. Wallace (Navy) Your Mission and the Fantail Watch The fantail is the ship's stern, and the fantail watch is to search for a possible “man overboard.” Guy relates a story that takes place at the fantail. 17:12 Part 2: LeRoy Dennison (Coast Guard) Valuing Connections and Relationships at All Levels In this story, LeRoy describes a phone call he received early in the morning and a revelation that he learned about a superior officer. 25:09 Part 3: Kim Campbell (Air Force) on Connecting and being Human At a formal change of command ceremony, Kim takes command of a squadron. Something unique happens, which triggers a theme in how Kim leads. 31:18 Part 4: Kevin McNulty (Army) on Taking Care of Your People During his teenage years, Kevin reflects upon something he learned from being in the Young Marines program. Kevin advises us about one key component of leadership. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Guest LinkedIn Profiles, Guy W. Wallace, Leroy Dennison, Kim Campbell, Kevin McNulty Episodes 013: Guy Wallace and Clarity of Purpose 037: LeRoy Dennison Illustrates How We Can Value Others 095: Kim Campbell Gets to the Heart of Leadership 019: Kevin McNulty Listens to Culture Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:47 Winter by plaincask 16:55 Cute by alexbird 24:50 The Fantasy Beyond by _Blacksmith_ 31:00 Acoustic Guitar Soft by Awesome_Music 32:40 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In Episode 118, I share three leadership stories from episodes in 2021. 01:42 Part 1: Randy McNeely and Speaking from the Heart Randy illustrates how a fellow student's words can have a long-lasting and profound effect. 10:28 Part 2: Dino Ferrari on Being Valued In this story, Dino talks about how his CEO showed him value. 18:34 Part 3: Terry Knickerbocker Innovates During the Pandemic During the pandemic, organizations had to work quickly and innovatively to change their technology to accommodate the new ways that their employees worked. Terry shares a story where he and his colleagues innovate to enable teaching at a distance. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Guest LinkedIn Profiles, Randy McNeely, Dino Ferrari, Terry Knickerbocker Episodes 045: Randy McNeely Helps Build Cultures 047: Dino Ferrari Values People 089: Terry Knickerbocker Helps People Find Their Voice Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:25 Bullfight In The Club by EasyTunes 10:10 Business Inspirational Corporate Presentation by MusicalSmile 18:17 Shuffle Piano Jazz by EasyTunes 32:18 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In Episode 117, I share segments from episodes in the first half of 2021. 01:03 Part 1: Judy Hale, Her Dad, Divergence, and Looking for the Brown Suit Companies need a brown suit in the room. Why? Judy's father explained to her how the brown suit at a company symbolized the openness to divergency. 07:01 Part 2: Patrick Ward, Pandemic, Mental Pressure, and the Daily Standup In this story, Patrick explains his concerns about remote work during the pandemic. He expands on his description of what is involved in leading effectively. 17:28 Part 3: Chip Baker, Do Your Best, Transactional, and Transformational Through his story about his superhero mother, Chip shares one of his guiding principles and then expands to a broader discussion. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Guest LinkedIn Profiles, Judy Hale, Patrick Ward, Chip Baker Episodes 004: Judy Hale and the Brown Suit 052: Patrick Ward Explains the Return for Giving Up Control 051: Come on…Chip Baker: Go Get It! Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:45 Bullfight In The Club by EasyTunes 06:43 Funky Blues Groove by EvolvingVibes 17:10 Soft Ambient Clean by dimadjdocent 24:45 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In Episode 116, I share some guests clips that did not make the final version of their episode. Sometimes between parts, guests share amazing leadership comments or advice. In this episode, I share outtakes with Enrique Rubio, Peter Popovich, Phyllis Millikan, Tim Brock, and Matt Donovan. 01:14 Part 1: Enrique Rubio and the Disservice to Yourself Enrique talks about one of the hardest things for us to do. 03:11 Part 2: Peter Popovich and the Growth Accelerator Peter distinguishes between the difficulty of changing IQ and the strong possibility of changing EQ. 05:52 Part 3: Phyllis Millikan and Connecting with Teammates and Colleagues Phyllis explains how learning about the people you work with can mitigate language differences. 10:30 Part 4: Tim Brock and Why Leadership Is Crucial Tim describes how two teachers' toxicity damaged a school. He talks about how crucial leadership is. 14:01 Part 5: Matt Donovan and Resolving Dilemmas Matt discusses the balance between extremes and describes how leadership can help. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Guest LinkedIn profiles, Enrique Rubio, Peter Popovich, Phyllis Millikan, Tim Brock, and Matt Donovan Episode 077, Enrique Rubio Inspires the Human Resource Profession Episode 006, Peter Popovich and the Pickled Lifelong Journey Episode 026, Peter Popovich Explains Emotional Intelligence Episode 016, Phyllis Millikan and Constructive Attribution Episode 075, Phyllis Millikan Taps into The Wisdom of Teams Episode 012, Tim Brock with Winning Hearts and Clearing Barriers Episode 017, Matt Donovan and A Glance in His Leadership Playbook Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:55 Corporation by pinkzebra 02:53 Retro Delta Blues by AlexanderRufire 05:34 Spanish Breeze by iCENTURY 10:12 For Explainer Videos by CrazyTunes 13:43 Inspiring Ambient by Dirtyflint 19:48 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In Episode 115, Leadership Outtakes, I share some guests clips that did not make the final version of their episode. Sometimes between parts, guests share amazing leadership comments or advice. In this episode, I share outtakes with Phyllis Millikan, Tim Brock, Lisa Wicker, and Kevin Jordan. 01:01 Part 1: Phyllis Millikan, Trust, and Remote Work Many managers are concerned about making sure that remote workers are spending paid time working. The concern is especially true during the pandemic. Phyllis shares 05:36 Part 2: Tim Brock, Performance Reviews, and Setting People Up for Success Tim explains the negative side of performance reviews when requiring forced ranking. He also explains how he helped a captain who reported to him. 08:09 Part 3: Lisa Wicker, Dr. W. Edwards Deming, and the End of the Performance Review Not only does Lisa know about Deming, but she also worked with him. Lisa shares some about her experience. She also discusses performance reviews. 11:26 Part 4: Kevin Jordan and the Power of Generational Intersectionality When you have multiple generations in the workplace, wonderful things and innovation can happen. Kevin talks about how having diverse experience levels can enable creative thinking. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Guest LinkedIn profiles, Phyllis Millikan, Tim Brock, Lisa Wicker, Kevin Jordan Guests' episodes: Episode 016, Phyllis Millikan and Constructive Attribution Episode 075, Phyllis Millikan Taps into The Wisdom of Teams Episode 012, Tim Brock with Winning Hearts and Clearing Barriers Episode 022, Lisa Wicker Meets You Where You Are Episode 062, Kevin Jordan Discovers Gifts in Situations Lisa's book, Capacity Wikipedia, W. Edwards Deming Gary DePaul's website Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:45 Uplifting Corporate Ambient by MusicStock 05:17 Blues Acoustic by AlexanderRufire 07:51 Midday Samba by iCENTURY 11:08 Ukulele Melodyby ArtHaiz 13:19 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 114, Matt Schlegel describes his transition from individual contributor to manager. He talks about how he helped two teams with distinct cultures work together effectively. He then advises us on how to build the leadership muscle. Prologue Matt is the Managing partner at Schlegel Cascade, focusing on cost reduction. He is the Principle of Schlegel Consulting, where he provides consulting, coaching, and several workshops designed to help teams succeed through team cooperation. He is the author of Teamwork 9.0, which is written to propel teams to collaborate and perform amazingly! 01:26 Part 1: From Individual Contributor to Manager Matt describes his transition from an individual contributor to a manager and how he started using the Enneagram.* 08:19 Part 2: Merging Two Distinct Cultures After a merger, Matt discusses how he helped two teams with their own unique cultures develop a shared culture. 13:31 Part 3: Building the Leadership Muscle Matt advises us on how we can build our leadership muscle. He explains the importance of self-awareness in leadership. * Because of limited reliability and validity testing, Unlabeled Leadership and Gary DePaul do not endorse any personality typologies, systems, or tests. However, the study of personality, what people are like, and human individuality is worth exploring, especially when the study opens positive communications among groups of people. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Matt's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube Matt's book, Teamwork 9.0 Wikipedia, The Enneagram Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:07 Happy Uplifting by Awesome_Music 08:01 Jazz by AnorMusic 13:17 Sentimental Bossa Nova by iCENTURY 21:31 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 113, Dustin DeVries talks about a manager who shared Parkinson's Law to help Dustin resolve some scheduling issues. He then describes the upside-down pyramid and how the concept applies to a business context. Dustin ends with advice about how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue When he is not playing tennis, fishing, reading, gardening, cooking, or out with his family, Dustin lives and breathes software development. With more than 20 years of experience, Dustin is now the CTO and co-founder of Caffeine Interactive. Caffeine Interactive provides web and mobile app development. 01:18 Part 1: Parkinson's Law In this story, a manager shares with Dustin something called Parkinson's Law. Dustin explains how he applied Parkinson's Law to help resolve some issues with scheduling. 05:07 Part 2: The Upside-down Pyramid During a sermon, the pastor talked about the concept of the upside-down pyramid. Dustin describes how he applied this concept to his work. 13:07 Part 3: Empathy, Clarity, Ownership, and Buy-in Dustin advises us to work on developing several concepts to strengthen how we lead. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Dustin's LinkedIn Profile Caffeine Interactive website Parkinson's Law Stephen Covey, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:00 Time Moves On by simming 04:55 Funny Dixieland by EasyTunes 12:49 Latin Acoustic and Claps by Dredstudio 17:35 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

In Episode 112, I express my gratitude for all the listeners, supporters, and guests who enabled Unlabeled Leadership to continue. I share a blooper and an excerpt from Kim Ruyle's episode about giving thanks. Prologue Unlabeled Leadership has listeners from 65 Countries, 44 States + the District of Columbia in the United States, and 603 cities or territories. 30 media platforms distribute episodes, including KLDR Online (Leadership Development Radio) out of St. Louis, Missouri. Of the 111, I have had four solo episodes, 99 guests, 7 guests who have been on two episodes, one episode with Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar. 11 guests are veterans from the United States armed forces, including law enforcement. I saved one blooper clip in which two cats interrupted Ed Muzio and me in Episode 33. The clip did not make the final recording. 02:49 Part 1: Sharing Gratitude During Thanksgiving Weekend with Kim Ruyle I share a clip from Episode 67, in which Kim Ruyle explains an event that took place shortly after Thanksgiving. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Episode 67: Kim Ruyle Cultivates Trust From Your MAP, Your Tenth MAP For the entire series, Your MAP Playlist Your MAP is published on the following additional media channels: Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and LinkedIn Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 02:31This is Blues by AlexanderRufire 04:35 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 111, Mark Bowers describes how he determined the services for his new business that involved feedback and a word cloud. In his next story, Mark illustrates the principle, Believe in Others, and how he helped an at-risk colleague. Mark then advises us about a nontraditional way of learning leadership. Prologue Mark Bowers helps do-gooders do better. Specifically, he helps leaders make a distinctive, sustainable, and measurable social impact. Mark has more than thirty years in leadership and management of government, business, and information technology efforts, including twenty years as a Navy submarine officer. After leaving the corporate workforce, Mark established Lighthouse One to leverage his passions in strategic planning, coaching, and performance improvement for the benefit of mission-focused organizations. His current “labor of love” is as founder and executive director of the Professional Development Consortium of Hampton Roads. PDCHR provides free and low-cost leadership education for membership associations. 01:40 Part 1: Word Cloud Insights When beginning to establish his own business, Mark wanted to consider the services that he could offer businesses. Through a suggestion from a colleague, he gathered some feedback, and he entered it into a word cloud. 07:44 Part 2: Is It a Loss or an Investment? In this story, Mark illustrates what it means to lead from the middle and how he believed in one of his colleagues who risked losing her job. 13:18 Part 3: Where to Go to Learn About Leadership Mark advises us to learn about leadership by reading books but not leadership books. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Mark's LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter PDCHR website, LinkedIn company page Recommended books Anne Lamott, Bird by bird Ward Farnsworth, The Legal Analyst Priya Parker, The Art of Gathering Gary DePaul's website Gary's books: What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 01:21 Acoustic Warm by Awesome_Music 07:27 The Blues by AlexanderRufire 13:01 Latin Vacation by iCENTURY 22:35 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support