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Todd Duplechan and Jessica Maher are the husband-and-wife chef-owners of Lenoir, a MICHELIN Guide restaurant in Austin's Bouldin Creek neighborhood open since 2012. They also formerly owned Métier Cook's Supply next door and opened Boni's Bar, a Spanish drinks and bites concept, in Spring 2026. Todd is a native Texan who trained at The Danube under David Bouley and served as chef de cuisine at the Four Seasons Austin before opening Lenoir. Jessica cooked through the Bouley restaurant family and at Tabla with Floyd Cardoz and Gray Kunz before moving to Austin. They met through the Bouley restaurants and have built Lenoir together for 14 years.This episode is about the gap between technically skilled and genuinely great, and what it actually takes to close it.Why great cooking is built through process, patience, and accumulated experience, and why social media trends actively work against that developmentThe foundational cookbook list every serious cook should own, from Ducasse's Grand Livre de Cuisine to Jacques Pépin's La Technique to Paul Bertolli's Cooking by HandHow mentorship through observation, athletic team dynamics, and genuine hospitality have kept Lenoir evolving for 14 years without losing what makes it worth returning toAndré Natera, Todd Duplechan, and Jessica Maher cover Todd's stage at The Danube, being hired, and the 12-course meal at the pass that changed how he understood professional cooking, how they met through the Bouley restaurant family, what separates cooks who develop into great chefs from those who plateau, and the teamwork and hospitality philosophy that has driven Lenoir's 14-year evolution. The episode closes with rapid fire kitchen gear, the chef Mount Rushmore, and the story behind Métier and Boni's Bar.GuestTodd Duplechan on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/duplechananigans/Lenoir on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lenoiratx/Boni's Bar on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bonisbaratx/LinksSubscribe on Substack → https://chefspsa.substack.com/Shop Chef's PSA Merch → https://shop.chefspsa.com/Visit Chef's PSA Website → https://chefspsa.com/Lead Like a Chef App → https://studio.com/apps/andre/leadlikeachef

Andy Freed is the CEO of Virtual, Inc., a strategic consulting, marketing, and professional services firm that supports mission-driven organizations facing multi-dimensional challenges in technology, healthcare, financial services, and life sciences. These include membership groups that unite some of the world's largest brands — like Microsoft, Meta, and Google — to collaborate on shared industry goals. Virtual has been recognized as a best place to work, guided by integrity, collaboration, and client-first values.   With more than 30 years of experience leading organizations through growth and transformation, Andy knows that the best leaders succeed through clear, compelling communication. He has a rare gift for crafting stories and messages that resonate deeply, sparking action, inspiring alignment, and elevating performance — whether he's uniting global coalitions, coaching CEOs, or building high-performing teams.   Andy is even more fanatical about communicating to inspire than he is about Bruce Springsteen (and that's saying a lot) — it's his life's work. From keynote performances to small-group strategy sessions, he brings energy, clarity, and intention to every interaction.  Andy's passion for leadership communication shines through not only in his professional work but also extends to his deep commitment to community engagement. He chairs the boards of MelroseWakefieldHealthcare and Friends of Harvard Water Polo and serves on the boards of Tufts Medicine, Harvard Club of Boston and the Sustainable Media Center. He's also a former Chair of the Harvard Varsity Club and served on the board of the Massachusetts Hospital Association.  

Chef Brian Lewis is the founder and CEO of Full House Hospitality Group and a three-time James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef Northeast, with nominations in 2018, 2022, and 2025. A Culinary Institute of America and Johnson and Wales University graduate, he apprenticed under Jean Louis Palladin, Marco Pierre White, and Eric Ripert before becoming the founding executive chef of Richard Gere's The Bedford Post Inn, which earned Esquire's Best New Restaurant in 2009 and an Excellent review from The New York Times. In 2015 he founded Full House Hospitality Group, which now operates The Cottage in Westport and Greenwich, Connecticut, and OKO in Westport and Rye, New York, with 125 employees across four locations.This episode opens with a story about a job interview that most chefs would have walked away from. Lewis did not walk away. He secretly prepared an eight-course meal before anyone asked, controlled the entire tasting, and landed the role that gave him what he calls a PhD in opening and operating a restaurant from the ground up.How he built Full House Hospitality Group around a single principle: only expand when operations can thrive without you in the roomWhy empowering teams with genuine autonomy inside defined guardrails is the only leadership model that scales across four restaurants and 125 peopleHow strategy and psychology replaced technique as his primary tools when he made the shift from chef to CEOAndré Natera and Brian Lewis cover the identity shift required when a chef stops being the creative voice in the kitchen and starts leading other chefs to express theirs, the role of kindness as a non-negotiable management standard, navigating reviews and social media pressure across multiple concepts, and the research trip to Japan that preceded the launch of OKO. The episode closes with rapid fire kitchen gear, stocks and dashi minimalism, and the chef Mount Rushmore.GuestBrian Lewis on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/brianlewischef/Full House Hospitality on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fullhousehg/Links Subscribe on Substack → https://chefspsa.substack.com/Shop Chef's PSA Merch → https://shop.chefspsa.com/Visit Chef's PSA Website → https://chefspsa.com/Lead Like a Chef App → https://studio.com/apps/andre/leadlikeachef

What if the real reason your 2026 goals feel flat… is because you set them from fear instead of truth?In this raw, unfiltered Founder's Rant, Dawn Andrews gets deeply honest about something she's been scared to say out loud, both politically and professionally. This episode isn't about politics, it's about power. It's about what happens when you hide your voice, and how playing small infects everything you create. If you've ever watered yourself down to stay safe, this episode is your wake-up call. The goals you set from fear build a business that requires you to keep hiding. Dawn's not doing that anymore and she's inviting you to stop, too.What You'll Learn:Who you're being creates everything. Leading from fear teaches fear. Leading from possibility multiplies it.Stop waiting to be "ready." You don't need all the answers. You need to decide who you're going to be.Truth over safety. Goals set from your whole self create businesses that move you, not just revenue.Playing small is contagious. When you hide, your clients and community feel it.This is your moment. January 1st isn't just a calendar reset, it's a chance to choose differently.Ready to stop hiding in 2026? Join the AI for Founders Community and tell Dawn:What are you choosing to stop hiding this year?Join the LinkedIn Community HereResources & LinksReady to stop hiding in 2026? Join the AI for Founders Community and tell Dawn: What are you choosing to stop hiding this year?Join the LinkedIn Community HereFree Guide: 10 Ways AI Will Make You a Better LeaderRelated Episodes101 | Stop Asking Permission to Lead, Just Lead!Stop waiting for permission. Claim your power and start leading like the CEO your business actually needs.079 | Your Attachment to the Founder Struggle is ExpensiveLearn how to ditch the burnout-inducing “founder martyr” mindset and replace it with smart, sustainable systems that free up your time and energy.075 | Drop the act: Why transparent Leaders Build Stronger TeamsUncover the hidden cost of performative leadership and how showing up real, not polished, is your actual power move.Send us Fan MailWant to increase revenue and impact? Listen to “She's That Founder” for insights on business strategy and female leadership to scale your business. Each episode offers advice on effective communication, team building, and management. Learn to master routines and systems to boost productivity and prevent burnout. Our delegation tips and business consulting will advance your executive leadership skills and presence.

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This week on Your Best Day Yet, Chief Victory Officer Eric Guy sits down with Dan Desko, founder and CEO of Echelon Risk + Cyber, entrepreneur, and cybersecurity leader. Together, Eric and Dan explore what it takes to build a high-performing team in a high-stakes industry, why great leadership is about people more than processes, and how a culture of professionalism can drive lasting success. This conversation dives into leadership, trust, accountability, personal growth, and the human side of business that often gets overlooked in highly technical fields. Check out our website: https://www.centerforvictory.com/

Send us Fan MailEmanuel Galimidi is the founder of Galimidi Law, a Florida-based Personal Injury and Wrongful Death law firm but his story is anything but conventional. Before founding Galimidi Law, Emanuel was a shareholder at one of the most successful and fastest-growing defense firms in the United States, with offices in Miami, New York, and Los Angeles  where he rose through the ranks to become head of the Product Liability Practice Group. He spent nearly two decades representing multinational corporations  and then made the bold decision to flip the script entirely. Galimidi Law was founded on the belief that everyone deserves access to the same level of representation that insurance companies and large corporations enjoy  bringing that same elite expertise to the injured and their families. Emanuel believes in the power of relationships, staying risk-aware without being risk-averse, and never being afraid to make the bold call when it matters. Today, he's joining us to talk about what real leadership looks like in a legal world being reshaped by AI  and trust me, he's got some things to say. Connect with Emmanuel: @galimidi_law Visit Site: www.galimidilaw.com Welcome to Let's Talk Paralegal—where the legal industry gets real. I'm your host, Eda Rosa, legal consultant, speaker, and founder of the Eda Rosa LLC & the Limitless Paralegal Academy.This isn't your stuffy legal studies school lecture. We're talking mindset, money, modern workflows, and how to build a career—and a life—you don't need a vacation from.Let's cut the fluff, raise the bar, and change the game… one conversation at a time. Hey legal pros, are you ready to stop playing small?The Limitless Paralegal Academy is officially open—offering powerhouse courses, real-world tools, and expert-led training to help you build the career (and life) you actually want.And we're not stopping there...

In this engaging interview, Dr. Tiffany Bone shares her inspiring journey through education, leadership challenges, and personal growth. Discover her insights on building effective teams, maintaining work-life balance, and the transformative power of education.

Chef Jason Dady is one of San Antonio's most prolific restaurateurs, having opened 20 restaurants over 25 years through the Jason Dady Restaurant Group. A San Antonio UNESCO City of Gastronomy Chef Ambassador and Food Network veteran with appearances on Iron Chef Gauntlet, BBQ Brawl, and Beat Bobby Flay, Dady most recently opened Mexico Ceaty, a 25,000-square-foot food hall on San Antonio's River Walk at the Shops at Rivercenter. The concept opened April 20, 2026 and includes eight distinct dining and drinking venues celebrating Mexican and San Antonio food culture, with direct River Walk access.This episode covers the full operational story behind Mexico Ceaty, from a decade-old idea to 196 employees hired in one week.How an 18-month lease negotiation, financing setbacks, and a small Houston bank shaped the opening before a single taco was servedHow targeted social media ads and structured onboarding placed 196 employees across nine concepts in a single weekWhy SOPs and recipes calibrated to the gram are not micromanagement but the only way to maintain standards at scale.André Natera and Jason Dady cover the Eataly-inspired origin of Mexico Ceaty, the nine concepts inside the space, the transition from chef-operator to CEO, profit margin realities across fine dining and fast casual formats, and the EOS Traction L10 meeting structure that creates leadership accountability without requiring the founder in every room. The episode closes with career advice, the importance of stages as learning rather than labor, and rapid fire chef questions.GuestJason Dady on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/chefjasondady/Mexico Ceaty on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mexicoceatysa/LinksSubscribe on Substack → https://chefspsa.substack.com/Shop Chef's PSA Merch → https://shop.chefspsa.com/Visit Chef's PSA Website → https://chefspsa.com/Lead Like a Chef App → https://studio.com/apps/andre/leadlikeachef

Send us Fan MailThe time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together to make it happen! Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com for more info *** If your youth ministry calendar is packed but the room still feels flat, the problem might not be effort. It might be direction. Today we get painfully practical about vision casting in youth ministry and why a clear, God guided vision is often the dividing line between a youth group that feels alive and one that feels like it's dead.We talk about the difference between a good idea and a real vision, then we show you how to turn vision into a simple filter for everything you do as a youth pastor: your events, your teaching plan, your leader meetings, your budget, and your weekly schedule. We share how our church frames mission around discipleship and a healthy church environment, and why focusing on health over growth keeps you from building a youth ministry that looks impressive but burns people out.From there, we get specific about what vision looks like on the ground. We unpack how to teach students to think biblically about everything, how to help teenagers know Jesus instead of just knowing about Jesus, and how student leadership teams can change the return rate for new and unconnected kids. We also share simple ways to communicate vision so volunteer leaders actually buy in, including quick “locker room talk” moments before youth group and redefining goals for tough small group dynamics.

Anne-Sophie Reinhardt is a Certified Mind-Body Eating Coach who helps women break free from diet culture and embrace self-worth through food freedom and body trust. Having recovered from eating disorders, she offers coaching and programs that empower clients to live boldly and authentically. Anne-Sophie is also the Chief Operating Officer at Hill Marketing GmbH and hosts the Escape Diet Prison podcast. In this episode… Many women leaders strive for professional excellence while privately struggling with body image, self-worth, and burnout. With society constantly scrutinizing appearance and behavior, maintaining confidence and inner peace can feel impossible. How can women overcome societal pressures and cultivate authentic leadership fueled by self-love and resilience? Having overcome eating disorders and mental health setbacks, mind-body and leadership coach Anne-Sophie Reinhardt emphasizes the value of awareness, physical movement, and emotional honesty. She encourages women to stop harmful inner dialogue, set boundaries with negative influences, and reconnect with their bodies through joyful practices. By focusing on individual joy and dismantling internalized standards, women can reclaim their voices and lead with presence and purpose. In today's episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston chats with Anne-Sophie Reinhardt, certified mind-body eating coach, about re-defining self-worth in leadership through mind-body practices. Anne-Sophie talks about disrupting gossip culture, leading from intuition, and crafting a personal mantra.

Welcome back to another episode of Man vs Marriage.In this second deep dive from The Big Picture series, we explore Jesus as the greatest legacy. Huddle up as Quincy asks the hard questions: Who do you emulate? What example are you setting for the young men in your life? What values are you living that are worthy of being followed?From servant leadership and sacrifice to Ephesians 5:25 and Mark 10:45, this episode connects Christ's example to how we love and lead our wives and families. Legacy isn't just what we say — it's how we live when no one is watching.Key TopicsJesus as the ultimate model of service and sacrificeHuddle-up reflection questions for menEphesians 5:25 – Husbands, love your wivesBuilding a legacy worthy of being followedTimeline / Chapters00:00 – 00:08: Pre-show setup00:08 – 00:02:30: Huddle up – Reflective questions for men00:02:30 – 00:08:00: Jesus as the greatest legacy00:08:00 – 00:20:00: Mark 10:45 & servant leadership00:20:00 – 00:27:00: Ephesians 5:25 – How husbands should love00:27:00 – 00:33:00: Closing encouragement & call to actionCall to Action This week, reflect on one way you can follow Jesus' example of service and sacrifice in your home. Share this episode with 5 men who need to see what real legacy looks like.Contact / Links Email: quincy@mvsmpodcast.com Website: MVSMpodcast.comHashtags #ManVsMarriage #TheGreatestLegacy #JesusIsTheGreatestLegacy #ServantLeadership #TheBigPicture #MenHelpingMen #FaithAndFamily

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Send us Fan MailThe time to grow a healthy, thriving youth ministry is NOW...let's work together to make it happen! Check out GrowYourYouthMinistry.com for more info *** Why is it that some youth groups immediately feel alive the second you walk in while others feel like a room full of students waiting for something to happen. In this episode, we are taking a look at what actually creates an “alive” youth ministry culture, not hype, not personality, not better snacks, but repeatable leadership decisions that build ownership and spiritual momentum. 

Discover how a former C-suite finance leader scaled a home services business from $1.8M to over $4M by putting people first and learning to let go. In this episode, you'll hear a practical framework for leadership that turns “volunteer” teams and employees into loyal, high-performing advocates for your business.   In this episode, Jennie and Todd Krause discuss: Journey from CPA and finance to leadership and entrepreneurship Why caring cultures drive retention, reviews, and referrals The business math behind employee engagement and profits The three pillars of a thriving workplace: caring, positivity, and cultural competence The LEAD framework: Let Go, Empower, Align, Develop   Key Takeaways: Sustainable growth comes from unlocking the untapped potential in the people who work with and for you, not just from technology or tools. When employees stay longer, care more, and work with fewer mistakes, operating expenses drop while revenue and profits rise. Culture is built by flipping the script from “rules and consequences” to clearly stating what you want and rewarding behaviors that deliver for your clients. Effective leaders must learn to let go of tasks, empower others, and align them with clear goals so they can make good decisions independently. Developing future leaders happens in everyday conversations just as much as in formal training rooms—every discussion about how and why a decision was made is leadership development.   "If I can't do it all myself, I need help. I have to let go of things and give it to other people, so they can do it, because if I can no longer get my arms around everything, then things either fall through the cracks and stop getting done, or I'm self-limiting in how far I can go with my business." - Todd Krause   About Todd Krause: Todd A. Krause is the owner of The Cleaning Authority – Fishers, where he grew the business from $1.8M to over $4.0M in revenue while building a diverse, high-performing team and an award-winning workplace culture. A CPA and MBA with decades of leadership experience across finance, banking, and entrepreneurship, Todd has helped grow organizations ranging from startups to multi-billion-dollar enterprises. Today, Todd is the founder of Silversun Consulting, where he works with home-service business owners to solve the growth challenges that keep companies stuck. His work focuses on building strong leadership, effective systems, and thriving workplace cultures that allow businesses to scale without chaos, burnout, or owner dependence.   Connect with Todd Krause: Website: https://silversunconsulting.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddakrause/ Connect with Jennie: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/badassdirectsalesmastery Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassdirectsalesmastery/ Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/ Show: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/blog/ YouTube: COMING SOON! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/badassdirectsalesmastery/ Email: jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.com     Show Notes by Podcastologist: Angelica Rayco   Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

Michelle Scribner is the CEO of Sum of All Numbers, a financial analysis and planning company specializing in bookkeeping and the Profit First methodology. With over 30 years of business experience, she is a Certified Mastery Level Profit First Professional, Pumpkin Plan Strategist, and Fix This Next Strategist. Michelle works with entrepreneurs to help them achieve greater profitability. In this episode… Entrepreneurs often launch their businesses with dreams of making an impact, building wealth, and enjoying freedom, but the reality is often far messier. Between cash flow crises, unpredictable risks, and the emotional toll of leadership, many struggle to balance profitability with purpose. How can business owners align their finances with their values to create sustainable companies? Profit First professional Michelle Scribner maintains that professionals must understand the numbers and behaviors behind financial management. She advises entrepreneurs to implement proactive cash flow strategies, tailor financial plans to their risk tolerance, and set clear boundaries on spending and saving. By focusing on client relationships, aligning team values, and embracing constant improvement, you can turn financial chaos into stability and growth. In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston sits down with Michelle Scribner, CEO of Sum of All Numbers, to discuss leveraging a Profit First mindset for long-term growth. Michelle talks about the role of risk tolerance in finance strategies, the importance of servant leadership, and her cash flow management training.

What separates a paid speaker from a true professional in the thought leadership business? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Andy Freed to unpack what it really takes to build a sustainable speaking business. Andy brings the perspective of a speaker bureau veteran, entrepreneur, founder of Virtual Inc, and author of Lead Like the Boss. His lens is practical, direct, and grounded in what clients actually buy. Andy makes one thing clear: being good on stage is not enough. It is table stakes. Great speakers need sharp video, clear market positioning, and proof that they can deliver value in different formats. Big stages matter. So do boardrooms, executive off-sites, and virtual environments. The conversation digs into what happens before, during, and after the keynote. Andy explains why the "gig" starts long before the speaker walks on stage. Every client call, every prep conversation, every detail matters. The best thought leaders do not show up and perform a canned talk. They listen. They adapt. They speak the client's language. Peter and Andy also explore how a keynote can become the opening move in a larger thought leadership business. That might include consulting, advisory work, training, leadership development, or deeper client partnerships. Andy's answer is direct: nail the keynote first. Deliver so much value that the client naturally asks, "What else do you do?" They also tackle shorter keynotes, changing audience expectations, the role of books in speaker fees, and the pressure on thought leaders to stay relevant. Andy reminds us that longevity in speaking requires renewal. Your core ideas may be evergreen. But your examples, applications, and relevance need to evolve with the world. For speakers, authors, consultants, and experts who want to turn thought leadership into revenue, this episode is a practical look at what separates amateurs from professionals. Three Key Takeaways: • Great speaking is only the starting point. Professional speakers also need strong positioning, clear marketing, and credible video that proves they can deliver. • The keynote starts before the stage. Prep calls, client language, audience needs, and customization can make or break the outcome. • Relevance drives longevity. Thought leaders need to refresh their examples, applications, and delivery so their core ideas stay connected to what clients face today. Enjoyed Andy Freed's take on building a professional speaking business? Then listen to Peter's conversation with Keld Jensen. Both episodes go beyond the keynote. Andy focuses on positioning, video, client prep, and creating value before and after the stage. Keld adds a global view on standing out, using books strategically, and building demand in the market. Together, they show what buyers value, what speakers need to prove, and how thought leaders can turn expertise into sustainable revenue.

The sermon presents a biblically grounded vision of Christian marriage, centering on the husband's role as a loving, servant-leader modeled after Christ's headship over the church. It emphasizes that a husband's primary role is not dominance but godly leadership rooted in Christ's sacrificial love, which is both delegated by God and accountable to Him. The primary duty of the husband is to love his wife sacrificially, selflessly, and faithfully—mirroring Christ's death for the church—by seeking her sanctification, honoring her as an equal heir of grace, and leading her to Christ. This love is not a mere romantic sentiment or worshipping one's wife, but a supernatural, righteous, and enduring commitment that rejects selfishness, unfaithfulness, and worldly models of authority, instead calling men to repentance, humility, and daily self-denial. The sermon concludes with a call to faithful preparation, repentance, and mutual encouragement, affirming that a Christ-centered marriage is a powerful witness to the world and a means of God's glory.

Chef Josh Sutcliff is the Corporate Executive Chef and Partner at 55 Seventy, a private members club for wine lovers with locations in Dallas and Houston. A Le Cordon Bleu graduate, CultureMap Dallas Rising Star Chef of the Year, and Zagat 30 Under 30 honoree, his career includes chef de cuisine at FT33, executive chef at Mirador, and stints at The Joule and Knox Bistro.He started washing dishes at 13. Federal agents had just arrested his father. His family was living in a camper. The kitchen gave him stability when nothing else did, and the chaotic, pirate-energy environment he found there never stopped feeling like home.Why consistency and station setup reveal more about a cook than talent ever willHow to map a chef career by starting at the end goal and working backward, not forwardWhat the shift from chef to business thinker actually requires when you are scaling new openingsAndré Natera and Josh Sutcliff cover the sports mindset that shaped his approach to kitchen teams, what makes young cooks succeed or stall, his systems for onboarding and standardized recipes, and the long game of reputation and networking in a small industry. The episode closes with the transition from day-to-day cooking to corporate executive chef and what that demands from a leader.GuestJosh Sutcliff on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jsutcliff/LinksSubscribe on Substack → https://chefspsa.substack.com/Lead Like a Chef App https://studio.com/apps/andre/leadlikeachefShop Chef's PSA Merch → https://shop.chefspsa.com/Visit Chef's PSA Website → https://chefspsa.com/

Dia Bondi is the Founder, Communications Coach, and Advisor at Dia Bondi Communications, where she works with senior leaders, founders, and other professionals to help them identify and lead with their voice. With over 20 years of experience as a leadership communications coach, she has worked with world-class brands like Intel, Mozilla, Dropbox, and Salesforce. Dia helped Rio de Janeiro secure the 2016 Summer Olympics and has coached world leaders at United Nations gatherings. She is also the author of Ask Like An Auctioneer, which aims to empower one million women to ask for more and get it. In this episode… Many women professionals struggle with asking for what they truly want, often fearing rejection, seeming too aggressive, or being seen as "not worth it." This hesitation limits earning potential and stifles personal and professional growth. If making bold requests feels intimidating or unrealistic, how can leaders and entrepreneurs shift their mindset to embrace their value and move confidently toward their goals? According to communications expert and auctioneer Dia Bondi, the key lies in understanding the difference between value and worth and designing requests that challenge your comfort zone. By leveraging the "zone of freaking out" (ZOFO) concept, women can view fear as a sign of stepping into new potential. Dia suggests creating a clear "ask plan," which includes setting a tangible goal, identifying bold moves to reach it, and preparing for rejection as an obstacle rather than a failure. By separating your worth from the outcomes of an ask, you can make substantial requests to receive more. In this week's episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston chats with Dia Bondi, the Founder, Communications Coach, and Advisor at Dia Bondi Communications, about how to make requests to achieve your goals. Dia discusses the difference between price and worth, her core belief, and leadership lessons learned from auctioneering.

Like or didn't like what you heard? Share your sip with me! What happens when fighter pilot precision meets the complexity of modern leadership?In this episode of LeaderSips, I sit down with Christian “Boo” Boucousis—former Australian fighter pilot, CEO of Afterburner, and a global voice in high-performance leadership. For over 30 years, Afterburner has translated elite military execution into the business world, impacting more than 3,500 organizations and over 2 million leaders—including two NFL teams that went on to win the Super Bowl.Boo's journey—from the cockpit to the boardroom—is grounded in a powerful truth: in high-stakes environments, success isn't driven by motivation…it's driven by mindset, method, and mission clarity.We explore what that looks like in practice, including:Why today's leaders need iterative thinking, not instinctive reactionsThe principles behind Flawless Leadership—a next-generation model built for speed, alignment, and adaptabilityHow to lead with precision without burning out your teamWe also dive into Boo's latest book, The Afterburner Advantage—an Amazon bestseller in leadership—and enjoy a sneak peek of his new book, Flawless Leadership. Explore more from Boo:Website: https://callmeboo.comInteractive AI Agent: https://ai.afterburner.comSo pour yourself a cup, lean in, and get ready to rethink how you lead, decide, and execute. In a world moving at full throttle, the leaders who win aren't the busiest—they're the clearest. ☕️✨For more sips and tips, connect with me on social and follow @LeaderSips @Leadspirations and @LifeisGrit on Instagram, Threads, X, Facebook, YouTube, and Pinterest. Learn more about me at karlynnholbrook.com 

In today's episode, we'll dig into the principle of moral authority and why it is so mission critical for leaders in ALL arenas! 

In this lightning-round conversation, Bob and Joyce explore leadership through the lens of gender—challenging common assumptions about how men and women tend to lead. Do women naturally lean more collaborative? Are men more decisive—or just perceived that way? And how much of what we call “gendered leadership style” is real pattern versus outdated stereotype? With honesty, curiosity, and humor, they reflect on what they've seen across years of working with leaders. Along the way, they surface where gender-based generalizations can be useful—and where they quietly limit how we see people and performance. This isn't about defining how men or women lead. It's about noticing the patterns we default to, and asking what becomes possible when we look beyond them.

Recorded live at the WBL Summit — part of the Inspiring Women WBL Series. A real estate executive in New York spent years as the only woman at the table in a male-dominated industry, learning the rules of a game no one had taught her. Her husband, watching her navigate corporate rooms full of men, kept asking pointed questions. Why did you say it that way? Don't you see how that lands? That was the moment Julie Zuraw started writing down what she was learning. Years later, Lead Like a Woman is a program she has delivered to female executives around the world, and Julie is now President & CEO of Invest Ahead, the national forum formerly known as the Thirty Percent Coalition, representing over 90 institutional investors, pension funds, asset managers, and private equity firms with more than $8 trillion in assets under management. But the path there was anything but linear. Julie started her career running the branding division at what is now Publicis, left with a few women to build a consulting practice, then went in-house with a real estate client and ran that company for ten years before running a second New York real estate firm as COO. Large, male-dominated, high-stakes. She figured the game out the hard way, and built the program she wished she'd had. Today Julie is leading the organization that pioneered the 30% goal for women on public company boards back in 2011, when only about 12% of US corporate board seats were held by women. The moral argument was obvious. The business case was obvious. But the progress was slow, and in the current climate some of it is actively being rolled back. In this episode of Inspiring Women, recorded at the WBL Summit, host Laurie McGraw sits down with Julie Zuraw, President & CEO of Invest Ahead, to talk about what it actually takes to move the needle on boardroom diversity, and what she tells executive women about building real power in rooms that weren't designed for them. They discuss: ▪ How Julie's years running male-dominated real estate companies in New York taught her there was a game being played, and why her husband's feedback became the founding insight for Lead Like a Woman ▪ Why the fundamental rule of finance — diversify or your risk goes up — has always been the business case for diverse boards, and why the opposition has always been social rather than economic ▪ How Invest Ahead's members engage with the companies they invest in as shareholders, why those conversations can take years to land, and why they still work ▪ The private equity program that pulls curated candidate profiles from pipeline organizations like LCDA, LEAP Pinnacle, ELC, and 50/50 Women on Boards, so deal teams have a broader bench before the next board seat opens ▪ Why "I can't find the talent" is a ridiculous argument, and what's actually happening when boards default to the same small network every time ▪ The California SB 826 story — seven years of fighting to pass it, Judicial Watch's lawsuit, the ruling still in the courts — and why hundreds of women got onto boards through Invest Ahead regardless of whether the law survives ▪ Why the advice to "just be more confident" is terrible advice, and where real personal power actually comes from ▪ The difference between female and male communication rituals, why the compliment game doesn't land in male-dominated hierarchies, and why that's not a reason to stop being who you are ▪ Julie's single piece of advice to the several hundred executive women in the room at WBL: you are the only one who decides you are worthy, and you are the only one who can decide you are not Julie Zuraw has spent her career inside rooms that weren't built for her, and she walked out of every one of them having figured out how they actually work. Now she is running the organization that gets other women into those rooms — and teaching them the game before they walk in. This episode is part of the Inspiring Women WBL Series, recorded on-site at the WBL Summit. WBL (Women Business Leaders of the US Health Care Industry Foundation) brings together senior women leaders across healthcare to connect, learn, and lead. Learn more about WBL at wbl.org. #InspiringWomen #WBL #WBLSummit #WomenInLeadership #BoardDiversity #InvestAhead #LeadLikeAWoman — Inspiring Women is hosted by Laurie McGraw. Subscribe for more conversations with the women shaping healthcare, finance, and business at the highest levels.

What does it take to rise from underdog to champion—and then become a leader others can count on? In this episode of Live On Purpose Radio, Dr. Paul welcomes back former Denver Broncos captain and NFL All-Pro linebacker Karl...

Daisy Auger-Dominguez is a global Chief People Officer, keynote speaker, and author of Burnt Out to Lit Up and Inclusion Revolution. Currently leading people strategy at Digital Asset, a high-growth fintech, she has shaped culture at Google, Disney, Moody's, and VICE. A TEDx speaker and contributor to Forbes and Harvard Business Review, Daisy helps leaders and organizations build the clarity, steadiness, and systems to lead what's next without burning out in the process. In this episode… Burnout is an all-too-familiar experience in the workplace, especially for leaders balancing people management with high performance. As professional demands grow and organizational culture lags behind, how can leaders sustain their energy, lead with purpose, and inspire their teams without losing themselves in the process? Workplace strategist and leadership expert Daisy Auger-Domínguez has developed strategies for conquering burnout and leading with intention. To sustain energy and inspire others, she recommends beginning with self-awareness by using the Japanese ikigai framework to connect your strengths and passions with team needs and payment structures. Leaders can also set clear boundaries, reshape harmful narratives, and use scripted, compassionate conversations to address tension within teams.  In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston interviews Daisy Auger-Domínguez, Founder and CEO of Auger-Domínguez Ventures, about creating sustainable leadership while avoiding burnout. Daisy explains how to dismantle racial bias and discrimination in the workplace, the role of storytelling and culture in leadership, and how to reignite your passion.

This week I'm covering the importance of becoming a "lighthouse leader." This is a leader who stands firm and provides clarity and direction when challenging times arise.   If you want to lead with purpose and inspire others to follow their light, this episode is for you. --ShopifyUpgrade your business with a $1/month trial of Shopify. Head to shopify.com/levelup today.Links & resources:To follow more info about the podcast@levelup.debbienealCheck out my personal instagram account@debbie_neal

Andy Freed has seen Bruce Springsteen perform 95 times. Somewhere along the way, he stopped just enjoying the shows and started studying them -- how Springsteen prepares a set list, reads an audience, paces energy across a four-hour performance, and makes every musician on stage feel like the most important person in the room. Episode page with links, video, and more  Andy is CEO of Virtual Inc. and author of Lead Like the Boss: The Bruce Springsteen Framework to Elevating Your Leadership. His favorite mistake goes back to 2006, when his team created an Uncle Sam-style "We Want You" marketing campaign for a global organization -- then got a call from their Japanese partner pointing out that American World War II propaganda doesn't exactly resonate in Tokyo. The campaign was already far along, forcing a sharp pivot and a lasting lesson about what happens when you view your audience through a single cultural lens. From there, we dig into the ideas at the heart of his book: why communication isn't just a leadership skill but is leadership itself, the "think, feel, do" framework for making sure your message actually lands, and why a well-intentioned company cafeteria policy once drove employees to quit. Andy also shares why Tom Peters was right that leadership is a performance, how self-awareness matters more than fixing every weakness, and what it means when Springsteen shakes every band member's hand at the end of every show.

Miren Oca is the Director of Ocaquatics Swim School, a mission-driven organization and Certified B Corporation. Ocaquatics focuses on water safety, community impact, and environmental responsibility, including carbon neutrality and support for clean water initiatives. Miren is also the Founder of Ripples of Impact, a nonprofit offering resources for personal and environmental resilience. She has been inducted into the US Swim School Association Hall of Fame and recognized in Forbes for using business as a force for good. In this episode… Running a business with heart can feel like an uphill battle, especially when profitability seems at odds with purpose. Many entrepreneurs wonder how to lead with values, uplift their team, and still build a thriving enterprise. How can you grow a mission-driven company that puts people and the planet first without sacrificing success? As a leadership-focused entrepreneur and social impact advocate, Miren Oca has built a values-based organization from the ground up. She emphasizes aligning business operations with purpose, which has allowed her to obtain a B Corp certification, transition to employee ownership, and develop an entrepreneurial mindset through financial literacy and internal growth. Entrepreneurs can also leverage peer groups and community support to foster mission-driven growth. In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston sits down with Miren Oca, the Director of Ocaquatics Swim School, to discuss building a business that saves lives and empowers employees. Miren shares how she transitioned her company's focus, her employee-owned business structure, and how she launched her nonprofit to expand community impact.

On today's episode, Kara welcomes Andy Freed, author of the new book Lead Like the Boss. With more than 30 years of experience leading organizations through growth and transformation, Andy has built his career around a powerful belief: communication isn't just part of leadership — it is leadership. From coaching CEOs to guiding global coalitions — and serving as Chairman of the Board at Virtual, Inc. — Andy has seen firsthand that strategy succeeds or fails based on how well leaders communicate. In Lead Like the Boss, Andy challenges leaders to rethink how they show up in moments that matter. Drawing inspiration from Bruce Springsteen concerts and decades of executive experience, he introduces practical tools like the “Think, Feel, Do” framework — three questions every leader should answer before any meeting, presentation, or major change initiative. The book reframes leadership as performance — not in a theatrical sense, but in the intentional preparation, sequencing, and presence that shape how messages land. In this episode, Andy shares why leaders underestimate the communication risk of change, how different “flavors” of change require different messaging strategies, and why technology has made communication easier — but often less effective. We discuss the power of recognition, the importance of planning communication like a setlist, and how small, intentional interactions can dramatically shift engagement and alignment inside organizations. Whether you're leading a company, managing a team, or simply trying to show up with more clarity and impact, this conversation offers actionable insight into how communication can elevate performance at every level. Don't miss it!   Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks.   To learn more about Andy Freed and Lead Like the Boss:https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyfreed/https://www.instagram.com/afreed29/   Sponsored By: AT&T Business - Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com Quince - Go to Quince.com/karagoldin for free shipping and 365-day returns Gruns - Save up to 52% off with code GOLDIN at Gruns.co   Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/820

What happens when women stop waiting for permission and start stepping onto the stage? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Pat sits down with award-winning author, international speaker, and founder of the International Women Speakers Summit, Erica Gifford Mills, to talk about why speaking matters now more than ever. Many leaders today are authors, podcast hosts, coaches, and entrepreneurs with powerful messages — yet too many remain unseen. Erica explains why visibility is the key to turning your voice into influence and why stages are one of the most powerful platforms for impact. Together, they explore: Why having a voice isn't the same as having visibility Why authors and podcast hosts need to be on stage too The power of putting a face to the voice and words people already know How speaking can amplify your message and expand your impact Erica also shares the vision behind her new collaboration book Lead Like a Woman, bringing together powerful voices of women leading in business, entrepreneurship, and their communities. This conversation is a call to action for women everywhere: Your story matters. Your voice matters. And the world needs to see you. If you've ever felt the pull to share your message on a bigger stage, this episode will inspire you to stop waiting and start leading.

What happens when women stop waiting for permission and start stepping onto the stage? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Pat sits down with award-winning author, international speaker, and founder of the International Women Speakers Summit, Erica Gifford Mills, to talk about why speaking matters now more than ever. Many leaders today are authors, podcast hosts, coaches, and entrepreneurs with powerful messages — yet too many remain unseen. Erica explains why visibility is the key to turning your voice into influence and why stages are one of the most powerful platforms for impact. Together, they explore: Why having a voice isn't the same as having visibility Why authors and podcast hosts need to be on stage too The power of putting a face to the voice and words people already know How speaking can amplify your message and expand your impact Erica also shares the vision behind her new collaboration book Lead Like a Woman, bringing together powerful voices of women leading in business, entrepreneurship, and their communities. This conversation is a call to action for women everywhere: Your story matters. Your voice matters. And the world needs to see you. If you've ever felt the pull to share your message on a bigger stage, this episode will inspire you to stop waiting and start leading.

Vicky Oliver is an award-winning author of six books on career development, business etiquette, and office politics. She is also the Non-fiction and Art Editor for LIT Magazine, The New School journal for the MFA program. Vicky's career advice has been featured in over 900 media outlets, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Esquire. In this episode… Workplace bullying is a pervasive issue that can be difficult to define and even harder to confront, especially for women. Teasing disguised as humor, passive-aggressive comments, or public callouts can chip away at a person's confidence and job satisfaction. How can professionals take back their power in environments where subtle harassment is tolerated or ignored? To identify and address bullying without jeopardizing your professional reputation, award-winning author on business etiquette Vicky Oliver suggests documenting incidents privately and expressing concerns calmly. Women can also partner with allies and track personal achievements to protect themselves from being labeled as the instigator. If the situation escalates, Vicky recommends a tiered approach: address the bully directly, then seek support from allies, and finally consider involving HR if the incidents don't resolve. In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston interviews bestselling author Vicky Oliver about reclaiming power from workplace bullies. Vicky shares how to document inappropriate behavior, respond with professionalism, and protect your workplace reputation.

FREE Self-Scaling Business Workshop: https://getepicsuccess.com/registration-yt WORK With Me: https://getepicsuccess.com/ceo-org If your business only works when you are in the middle of everything, you don't own a company. You own a very stressful job with overhead. In this episode of the Epic Success Podcast / Scaled CEO Show, I'm unpacking why your work addiction is quietly capping your next level and how to shift into a Scaled CEO identity without your business falling apart. Because here's the truth: the same in‑the‑trenches, workaholic identity that built your business is now the thing holding it back. Inside the episode, we walk through four big shifts: ● Shift 1: From Operator to Architect Why your brain wired "me in the middle" as safe and profitable, why stepping out of the trenches feels so disorienting, and how to recognize that "floating / where is my place?" feeling as a sign of growth, not failure. ● Shift 2: From Work Addiction to a New CEO Identity How overwork becomes a very respectable addiction (everyone claps while your life shrinks), what happens when you finally systemize and feel lost, and how to use a simple "I am…" identity sentence to retrain your brain to lead differently. ● Shift 3: From Control to Systems That Catch Red Before It Burns You How to lead from a dashboard instead of dopamine: red / yellow / green metrics, owners for every number, and a simple question loop ("Why do I want to grab this? What am I afraid of? What system would fix this next time?") so you install systems instead of taking work back. ● Shift 4: From Firefighter to Mentor With a Calendar That Matches Your Life Why your team can't become heroes if you're still rescuing everything, how to put "mentor energy" on key team members, and how to finally schedule the life your business is supposedly for (family, health, margin) instead of giving it the leftovers. If you're the top 2% founder whose revenue, team, and calendar are still wired around you being in the trenches… If you feel guilty when you're not busy, even though you say you want freedom… And if you're ready to become the kind of CEO who leads from above with systems, not sheer effort… This episode is for you. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.shannonirvine Website: https://drshannonirvine.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drshannonirvine/?hl=en Podcast (Apple): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/epic-success-with-dr-shannon-irvine/id1238559008 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13gkDSIPRz47ut5eshIynY  

What happens when leadership stops being about authority and starts being about humanity?In this episode of Embrace the Squiggle, Colleen and Jennifer talk with executive leader, bestselling author, and keynote speaker Victoria Pelletier about the mindset shifts that shaped her unconventional career path.Nicknamed the “Turnaround Queen” and the “CEO Whisperer,” Victoria built a career helping organizations navigate change, rebuild culture, and drive growth. But her leadership philosophy didn't start that way. Early in her career, she led with a command-and-control style she jokingly calls the “Iron Maiden” phase, before realizing that real leadership comes from empathy, trust, and authenticity.Whether you're facing burnout, workplace culture challenges, or navigating a squiggly career path, this episode offers practical insights into building trust, leading through change, and finding alignment in your professional journey.Connect with VictoriaWebsite: https://victoria-pelletier.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriapelletier/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoria_pelletier_unstoppableYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@VictoriaPelletierUnstoppable

On today's podcast I chatted with communications specialist and author Andy Freed about his book, 'Lead Like the Boss'. When Andy, a lifelong Bruce Springsteen fan was returning from one of the 95 concerts he has seen, he penned a post on LinkedIn about the leadership qualities of "The Boss", and what we can all learn from them. This post literally blew up and eventually turned into this book. Andy spoke about his own life and career, leadership lessons he learnt from working on political campaigns in America and more importantly the important lessons that leaders of today can learn from Bruce. He talks about the importance of storytelling, empathy, rehearsing, carefully listening, bringing people with you and much more. He also explains how teddy bears ended up in police cars! Enjoy the show Podcast Production by Greg Canty Greg's blog Greg on Twitter  Greg on LinkedIn Email Greg with feedback or suggested guests: greg@fuzion.ie   

Tucker Bryant shares how the creative mindset that drives poets can also unlock modern leadership. Hosted by: Jeff Lenard About our Guest: Tucker Bryant: Poet & Innovation Keynote Speaker After years at Stanford and Google, Tucker Bryant uncovered a surprising truth: the skills that fuel world-class innovation aren't confined to the boardroom—they're also found in the mindset of a poet. Today, he is a nationally recognized poet and speaker, and he will be a keynote speaker at the 2026 NACS State of the Industry Summit.

Spring is a season of change and when we lead change, we need some reminders to help us help ourselves and others get through the natural storms of change. We will explore the key behaviors for supporting change by focusing on processes that forecast the changes for others as well as providing tools and processes to support behaviors that will allow for others to find success in all the natural newness. People are pretty good at responding to changes in the weather – if they're prepared. The same goes for organizational change!     Smart Thinking Retreat Registration: https://events.cesa6.org/events/30986398049

Michelle Arpin Begina is the Founder of MichelleAB, where she empowers professional women to gain financial freedom. She is also the Senior Partner and Managing Director at Snowden Lane Partners, an independent wealth advisory firm. As a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), Michelle has over 20 years of experience in financial literacy. In this episode… Women strive to maximize their careers, relationships, and health, but struggle to manage their finances. Despite having advisors and resources, many still feel insecure or avoidant around financial decisions. Why are conversations around money so uncomfortable, and how can women break this barrier? According to financial advisor and therapist Michelle Arpin Begina, our earliest money experiences and unconscious emotional patterns shape our financial perspectives as adults. She explains the importance of identifying emotional triggers and embedded beliefs surrounding money that influence decision-making. Security, freedom, power, and love often drive financial behaviors, so Michelle encourages women to reflect on their first money conversations and explore how these narratives influence them.  In this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston interviews Michelle Arpin Begina, Founder of MichelleAB, about how past experiences shape financial decisions. Michelle talks about financial déjà vu, the four emotional motivations behind money behavior, and the role of vulnerability in building financial confidence.

Sloan Dean, host of the Not Done podcast and former CEO of Remington Hospitality, returns to share a leadership lesson he gained from an unlikely source: an orchestral conductor. After attending a YPO session led by a professional conductor, Sloan began rethinking the role of a leader as less of a performer and more of a conductor, someone who makes no sound yet drives performance through clarity, intention, and trust. In this conversation, he unpacks why command kills and connection creates, why leaders must face their teams instead of the crowd, and how ego becomes the biggest obstacle at the top. If you're leading in hospitality and want to elevate team performance without micromanaging, this episode will challenge how you see your role.Also see:Our full conversation on YouTubeIf you want to change the world, change yourself - Sloan Dean, Remington HotelsDirect Access Leadership: The Key To Building A Winning Culture - Sloan Dean, Remington HospitalityNot Done: Sloan Dean After Remington - How He's Betting on Himself and What's Next A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

You've got front row seats to life lessons from a musical icon. In Lead Like The Boss: The Bruce Springsteen Framework to Elevating Your Leadership, my guest veteran strategist, marketer, and management consultant, Andy Freed, delivers a compelling and actionable message about leadership and communication for everyone expected to inspire others to perform at their best. Freed ditches the sterile, tired formulaic approach you’ll find in most “leadership guides” and focuses squarely on the crux of leadership: clearly communicating with others in a way that captures their attention and persuades them to buy in.  Whether you're a super fan of Bruce Springsteen or not, he and his fellow musicians  exemplify the qualities we look for and in need in our leaders.

Join hosts Chad Hyams and Bob Stewart on the Win Make Give podcast as they explore leadership lessons derived from legendary musician Bruce Springsteen. Featuring special guest Andy Freed, author of "Lead Like the Boss," this episode delves into applying Springsteen's performance insights to enhance leadership skills. Discover strategies like personalized acknowledgment, effective communication, and intentional action that can be implemented in any leadership role. Whether you're a Springsteen fan or a leader seeking inspiration, this discussion provides valuable perspectives on the art of leading with authenticity and engagement. Connect with Andy at https://andyfreed.com/ ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/   More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/   Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

What does a rock legend who's been performing for 50+ years have to teach us about leadership? More than you'd think. Andy Freed has been to 95 Bruce Springsteen concerts. And somewhere along the way, he realized there's a reason they call him "the Boss"—and it's not just because he can put on a three-hour show at age 75. It's because Bruce Springsteen understands something most leaders miss: communication is leadership. And the way you communicate—your preparation, your energy, your intentionality—determines whether people follow you or just show up for the paycheck. Andy is the founder and CEO of Virtual, a company that works with some of the biggest organizations in the world (Google, Meta, Microsoft, Visa, MasterCard) to help them solve multi-company collaboration challenges. And what he's discovered is that even the biggest companies struggle with the same thing: bad meetings, ineffective communication, and leaders who don't realize that every moment is a performance. In this conversation, Andy breaks down his Think, Feel, Do framework for effective communication, explains why most meetings are "business karaoke," and shares what leaders can learn from the way Bruce Springsteen prepares for a show, energizes an audience, and makes every band member feel like the most important musician on earth. What You'll Learn: Why communication is leadership—and why you can't be an effective leader without the ability to communicate well The Think, Feel, Do framework: how to prepare for any communication by asking what you want your audience to think, feel, and do by the end Why most leaders communicate thinking about themselves, not their audience—and how to flip that script The efficiency vs. effectiveness trap in meetings: why leaders focus on doing all things fast instead of doing the right things well Why bad meetings happen (hint: it starts with bad preparation)—and how to make meetings actually useful The "business karaoke" problem: why PowerPoint has become the karaoke track of corporate America and how to use it more effectively What Bruce Springsteen does at the end of every show that creates loyalty and longevity in his band (and why leaders need to do the same) William James's insight: the deepest human need is the need to be appreciated—deeper than hunger, sex, or money How to inspire loyalty and retention: making people feel seen and appreciated in small, consistent ways Why technology makes communication easier but worse—and how to be more intentional despite the ease of Zoom, Teams, and PowerPoint The AI revolution: why it's bigger than the internet was, and how leaders need to engage with it (hint: just play with it for an hour or two every day) Why getting people back to the office matters for building trust and relationships—and what's lost when the only interaction is ineffective Zoom meetings The "crowd at chow time" principle: how people learn the unwritten rules of business by being in proximity to others Why every moment is a performance for leaders: if you're looking at your phone in a meeting, you haven't said anything—and yet you've said everything The difference between good leaders and exceptional ones: exceptional leaders think about the audience first and focus on creating more leaders, not protecting their fiefdom Why energy is vital in leadership: if you want your team at 95%, you better show up at 100%—because they'll never exceed your energy level The "Born to Run" lesson: Bruce has played it 1,878 times and gives it his all every time—because you need to hear a message seven times to remember it, but most leaders lose interest after two or three How intentional leadership compounds: when you're deliberate about where you invest your energy, every moment counts Key Insight: Nobody cares about the information you're presenting more than you do. If you come in at 70% energy and expect your team to respond at 95%, you're setting yourself up for failure. Great leaders understand that communication isn't just about what you say—it's about how you prepare, how you show up, and whether you're thinking about what your audience needs to hear (not just what you want to say). And here's the truth: the concepts in this conversation aren't complicated. The ways to go from good to great on communication are within your grasp. You just have to want it, value it, and be intentional about it. It won't happen by accident. Reflection Questions: When you communicate, are you thinking about yourself or your audience? What do you want people to think, feel, and do at the end of your next meeting or presentation? Are you showing up with the energy you expect from your team? Are you creating more leaders, or protecting your leadership fiefdom? What would you prioritize if you had to be more intentional with your leadership energy? Resources Mentioned: Lead Like the Boss: Leadership Lessons from Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band  Virtual (Andy's company): helping organizations build multi-company consortia and solve collaboration challenges Connect with Andy Instagram: afreed29 YouTube: @5minuteswithandy Email: Info@andyfreed.com About Andy Freed: Andy Freed is a leadership expert, CEO, and communication strategist who has spent decades helping leaders and organizations improve how they connect, collaborate, and get things done. As the founder and CEO of Virtual, Andy works with some of the world's largest companies—including Google, Meta, Microsoft, Visa, and MasterCard—to build multi-company consortia that solve complex challenges in areas like interoperability and security. Before founding Virtual, Andy worked in politics, helping candidates run for president, governor, and senator, where he learned firsthand the power of effective communication under pressure. When he transitioned to the private sector, he brought those insights with him, discovering that even the biggest companies struggle with the same fundamental problems: bad meetings, poor communication, and leaders who don't realize that every moment is a performance. Andy is also a devoted Bruce Springsteen fan who has attended 95 concerts and counting. In his book Lead Like the Boss: Leadership Lessons from Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Andy distills decades of leadership experience and insights from watching the Boss into practical, actionable frameworks that any leader can use to improve their communication, energize their teams, and create more leaders.  

Veronica Karas is the Principal of CAPTRUST, a financial advisory where she provides comprehensive financial planning services to high-net-worth individuals and small businesses. With over a decade of experience as a Certified Financial Planner™, she specializes in areas such as estate planning, retirement planning, tax strategies, and insurance. Veronica is also the author of the Money Matters book series, which enhances financial literacy. Beyond her professional endeavors, she serves as the Co-president of the CAPTRUST Community Foundation.  In this episode… When it comes to managing finances, many women feel overwhelmed and disconnected. With outdated systems, unequal pay, and societal norms that often leave them out of financial conversations, financial literacy can feel like a foreign language. How can you take control of your financial future? Financial literacy advocate Veronica Karas maintains that financial literacy isn't just for experts; it's essential for everyone. Women can understand money by acknowledging that they are capable of learning financial concepts despite historical and societal conditioning that convinces them otherwise. Veronica encourages women to leverage online resources and meet with Certified Financial Planners for personalized guidance. In today's episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston meets with Veronica Karas, the Principal of CAPTRUST, to talk about how she empowers women through financial literacy. Veronica discusses the long-term impacts of financial planning, how she expands financial literacy in schools, and what she learned launching her financial planning career during the 2008 recession.

In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Fran Houser for a conversation that feels especially relevant if you're trying to be successful at work without losing yourself along the way. We talk about ambition, empathy, boundaries, and the exhausting double bind women still face in the workplace—where you're expected to be both warm and bulletproof. Fran brings such grounded wisdom from her decades in corporate leadership, startup investing, and now her portfolio career, and we found ourselves nodding along the entire time.Together, we explore what it really means to lead with kindness and strength, why empathy is not a weakness but a strategic advantage, and how women can rethink networking, ambition, and career pivots in a way that actually fits real life—especially at midlife. This conversation is honest, practical, and deeply validating. You'll walk away feeling both seen and energized to rethink how you show up at work and beyond. Episode Highlights:[0:00] – Welcome to Insights from the Couch and why this conversation matters at midlife [2:10] – Fran's upbringing, immigrant parents, and early lessons about work and responsibility [6:45] – The origin of The Myth of the Nice Girl and redefining leadership for women [10:40] – How empathy creates trust, influence, and better outcomes at work [15:30] – The fine line between kindness, people-pleasing, and setting boundaries [19:50] – A real workplace story that shows how “being nice” can backfire—and how to repair it [26:30] – Ambition, likability, and the double bind women still face [31:00] – Why women still hesitate to speak up and how perfectionism gets in the way [34:00] – Networking at midlife: why it matters and how to do it in a way that fits you [39:00] – Portfolio careers, career pivots, and designing work that supports your life [47:30] – Fran's upcoming book on time, perfectionism, and doing less better Links and Resources:Fran's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franhauser/ Fran's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fran_hauser/  If today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more!Ever stayed quiet to keep the peace and felt yourself disappear? The Cost of Quiet is for anyone who avoids conflict and pays the price. Reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and experience real peace. Order your copy and join the movement: https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

In this episode, we're joined by Time Management Coach and Author Lori Oberbroeckling to debunk the myth that you have to choose between a thriving career and a present family life. As the author of Secrets of Supermom, Lori reveals how to lead with unshakeable presence by mastering your personal capacity rather than just your calendar.Tune in to learn:Why we often run out of energy long before we run out of time and how to use that knowledge to pace yourself through your many roles.The secrets to scaling your impact across corporate, entrepreneurial, and family life without hitting a state of total depletion.How to identify your personal energy bleeds, blocks, and boosts through a proactive audit so you can work during your peak states.Practical ways to set brave boundaries that protect your joy and implement a morning routine that grounds your entire day.It's time to move from the exhaustion of a reactive yes culture to owning your authority with an intentional leadership style!Free Gift: Energy Focus Planning Starter KitFinally feel motivated again — not because you're forcing it,but because you're working with your natural energy instead of against it!Lori's Giveaway Contribution: Secrets of Supermom BookIf you have searched every motherhood book and all the parenting books, but are ready for one that actually works, look no further. Whether you want to get more done, conquer a big goal, increase your happiness and confidence, or become your very best self, the secrets in this book can help you achieve it. You want to feel like you are serving your family, serving your team, and serving yourself all in the best way you know how. Without guilt. Without apology.Connect with Lori: Website | Podcast | Instagram---Enter the Book Launch Celebration Giveaway!

Mark Carpenter is a keynote speaker, leadership coach, and bestselling author dedicated to reshaping business leadership with a human-first approach. With experience across multiple industries, Mark helps organizations improve productivity, engagement, and commitment by fostering authentic connections.He is the author of Lead Like a Person, Not a Position and co-author of Master Storytelling: How to Turn Your Stories Into Experiences that Teach, Lead, and Inspire. Mark's work blends heart and strategy, equipping leaders to move beyond titles and authority to build trust, unlock commitment, and create cultures where people truly thrive.SHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of the Selling from the Heart Podcast, Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Mark Carpenter to explore what it truly means to lead and sell like a person, not a position. Mark challenges traditional leadership models that rely on authority and hierarchy, emphasizing instead the power of authenticity, presence, and intentional connection.Drawing from his bestselling book, Mark outlines three essential leadership skills—listening intently, communicating intentionally, and recognizing individuals, that directly impact trust, performance, and engagement. The conversation also addresses why top-performing salespeople often struggle when promoted into leadership roles without people-skills training and why mentorship is critical for developing effective leaders. This episode offers practical, human-centered guidance for anyone looking to lead and sell from the heart.KEY TAKEAWAYSLeadership and sales success begin with human connection—not titles or authority.Lead and sell as a person first; positions don't build trust, people do.The three core leadership skills: listening intently, communicating intentionally, and recognizing individuals.Many leaders fail because they receive position training but not people-skills training.Being a great salesperson does not automatically translate into being a great leader.Recognition is just as important as correction, and often overlooked.Listening requires discipline and presence in a fast-thinking world.Mentorship accelerates leadership readiness and long-term effectiveness.HIGHLIGHT QUOTESWe do not rise to the level of our expectations. We fall to the level of our training.People can speak at about 125 words per minute, listen at 400, and think at 900, presence is work.What's the best thing about your work? The people. What's the worst thing? The people.People are messy… and there's joy in the messiness too.

Kamila Gornia is the Founder, CEO, and Business Coach at Heart Behind Hustle, where she helps small businesses, personal brands, coaches, and course creators build, grow, and scale their companies. She is also the CEO and Corporate Trainer at Accelerated Impact Online, which helps corporate teams improve the productivity, systems, and results of their online marketing campaigns. Since 2014, Kamila has assisted over 25,000 entrepreneurs, contributing to more than $2 million in revenue. Her expertise has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Inc., and The Huffington Post. In this episode… When launching an online business, the constant demand for sales calls, social media engagement, and client outreach can be overwhelming. How can business owners create a sustainable, scalable model that generates revenue? Business coach Kamila Gornia has built automated, evergreen sales systems that free up entrepreneurs' time while increasing revenue. She emphasizes shifting from an employee mindset to a CEO mindset, focusing on transparent sales psychology, and leveraging automation to attract the right clients. Kamila advises entrepreneurs to refine their messaging, clearly communicate their unique approach, and implement systems that allow their business to run smoothly without constant manual input. In this week's episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston interviews Kamila Gornia, the Founder, CEO, and Business Coach at Heart Behind Hustle, about launching an online coaching business. Kamila discusses her proprietary approach to sales, how coaches can overcome imposter syndrome, and her early experience with online marketing at 12 years old.

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