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Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1477DM Leadership coach Michael Bungay Stanier shares communication insights to increase magnetism and results. He stresses determining desired outcomes before conversations. Stanier details navigating both personal goals and other's temperaments, distinguishing objective facts from subjective interpretations. He advocates identifying then voicing the most constructive feelings and views. Stanier explains hand gestures establishing audience rapport at events, lowering them to seem vulnerable or lifting to celebrate. He describes prep techniques like prompting participation, risk-taking and camaraderie. Stanier underscores seeding goodwill, then spotlighting attendees' greatness. He models priming groups for open-hearted receptivity before imparting any content. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Center for Medical Simulation Presents: DJ Simulationistas... 'Sup?
How do we help our colleagues push through initial effort to focus into a realm where they feel like they have achieved flow and are doing their best work? : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-center-for-medical-simulation/id1279266822 A clear why, and a sense of working on problems that engage us, that matter to us, and that light us up, is the fuel or the wellspring of feeling like our jobs matter and that we matter in our jobs, and achieving those feelings of flow that make work tolerable or even satisfying. Workout of the week: Identify one thing that draws you in so completely that time passes almost unnoticed, and ask yourself what about it are you actually enjoying? Leadership Coaching from Jenny Rudolph: https://harvardmedsim.org/personal-leadership-coaching-with-jenny-rudolph/ #healthcaresimulation #nursing #medicine #debriefing #psychsafety
Viele Führungskräfte glauben, Resilienz bedeute, möglichst viel auszuhalten. Immer stark sein, immer verfügbar sein, immer eine Antwort haben. Doch genau darin liegt die Superman-Falle. In dieser Folge des LEITWOLF® Podcasts spricht Stefan darüber, warum echte Resilienz nicht bedeutet, unverwundbar zu sein. Die besten Führungskräfte sind nicht diejenigen, die am längsten durchhalten, sondern diejenigen, die nach Belastungen schnell wieder klar denken, Energie aufbauen und Orientierung geben können. Denn wer dauerhaft auf Reserve fährt, verliert genau das, was Führung heute am meisten braucht: Klarheit, Gelassenheit und gute Entscheidungen. Stefan zeigt, warum Führungskräfte nicht alles allein tragen müssen, weshalb Verletzlichkeit kein Zeichen von Schwäche ist und wie geteilte Verantwortung Teams stärker macht. Es geht darum, Perfektion durch Ehrlichkeit zu ersetzen, Verantwortung bewusst abzugeben und Regeneration genauso konsequent zu planen wie Leistung. Außerdem hörst Du in dieser Folge ein kurzes Gespräch mit Adrian Rhaese, Gründer von Enviotech, über seine persönliche Perspektive auf Resilienz und darüber, wie er sie im unternehmerischen Alltag pflegt und nutzt. ––– Nimm gerne an dieser anonymen Umfrage teil, damit wir diesen Podcast für Dich optimieren können: https://forms.gle/WTqCeutVXV2PsjBH9 Gefällt Dir dieser LEITWOLF® Leadership Podcast? Dann abonniere den Podcast und beurteile ihn bitte mit einer Sternebewertung und Rezension bei iTunes und/oder Spotify. Das hilft uns, diesen LEITWOLF® Podcast weiter zu verbessern und sichtbarer zu machen. ––– Buche Dir JETZT Deinen Zugang zur LEITWOLF® Academy: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy Möchtest Du konkrete Tipps oder Unterstützung, wie gutes Führen in Deinem Unternehmen definiert und umgesetzt werden kann, dann schreibe Stefan eine Mail an: contact@homeister-leadership.com ODER Vereinbare hier direkt ein kostenloses Beratungsgespräch mit Stefan: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ____ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Führung, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Erfolgreich führen, Unternehmensführung, Führungskompetenz, Leadership Development, Teammanagement, Leadership Skills, Selbstführung, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Karriereentwicklung, Führungspersönlichkeit, Erfolgsstrategien, Unternehmenskultur, Motivation und Leadership, Leadership-Tipps, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionäre Führung, Leadership Interviews, Erfolgreiche Manager, Unternehmer-Tipps, Leadership-Best Practices, Leadership-Perspektiven, Business-Coaching
Send us Fan MailIn Part 2 of our series, Hidden Dynamics That Are Killing Execution, Patrick and Patsy unpack one of leadership's most overlooked patterns: The Rescuer.While rescuing often comes from a place of genuine care, it can quietly create dependency, stifle growth, and leave leaders exhausted. In this episode, you'll learn how to recognize this hidden dynamic, shift from solving every problem yourself, and build the capability your team needs to think critically and take ownership.Discover practical strategies to break the cycle of dependence, empower your people, and create the conditions for sustainable execution—without always having to step in and save the day.If you're a leader who wants to develop stronger, more self-sufficient teams, this conversation is for you.Topics covered:-The hidden cost of the Rescuer dynamic-Why good intentions can undermine execution-How to build capability instead of dependency-Practical ways to empower your team to solve problems independently
Cathy and Todd discuss the most recent summer blockbuster, The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan’s take on Homer’s epic and why a 2,700-year-old story about identity, home, and longing still hits just as hard today. From the Cyclops to the Sirens to Circe, they trace the myths and monsters and what those stories still reveal about who we are, and why the humanities matter to a thriving culture. It’s also a conversation about disguise and belonging, and why it’s so hard to come home when the choices of war change the world and leave shame behind. Subscribe to Cathy's weekly Zen Moment and upgrade to hear a weekly Zen Moment podcast hosted by Cathy and Todd! Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
In this episode of Where Work Meets Life, Dr. Laura sits down with Dr. Max Klau, author of Developing Servant Leaders at Scale and founder of the Center for Courageous Wholeness, to explore why leadership begins with the courage to look inward. They explore the often overlooked concept of shadow, the parts of ourselves we deny, avoid, or leave unexplored, and how these hidden aspects can influence the way we lead and exercise power. Drawing on decades of experience developing leaders in organizations and public service, Max shares why confronting our shadow is essential for creating more compassionate, grounded, and effective leadership in today's world. Max has worked with organizations, civic leaders, and aspiring public servants, which has led him to understand how servant leadership requires more than good intentions. It calls for an ongoing commitment to self-awareness, humility, and personal growth. He and Dr. Laura discuss the relationship between power and purpose, the difference between leading from service versus ego, and why organizations benefit when leaders are willing to acknowledge both their strengths and their blind spots. Together, they explore how greater compassion and integrity can help create healthier workplaces, stronger communities, and a more hopeful future for our world. "The most dangerous people are the folks who are absolutely convinced that they are pure light." - Max Klau About Max Klau: Dr. Max Klau is an author, consultant, coach, developmental psychologist, and founder of the Center for Courageous Wholeness. His work sits at the intersection of inner development and service to others, helping organizations and individuals practice shadow-integrated servant leadership. After more than two decades designing transformational leadership development programs at City Year and the New Politics Leadership Academy, Dr. Klau developed an approach that views leadership as a dual journey of both inner and outer change. He believes that integrating personal development with meaningful impact is essential in a time of increasing complexity, uncertainty, and social change. Central to his work is the practice of confronting shadow, the aspects of ourselves we often avoid acknowledging because they make us uncomfortable, yet profoundly influence how we lead and serve. Dr. Klau is the author of Developing Servant Leaders at Scale: How to Do It and Why It Matters, which explores the practical methodology he developed through years of experimentation, innovation, and leadership development practice. The book outlines how organizations can cultivate servant leaders while fostering both personal growth and collective impact. Through the Center for Courageous Wholeness, Dr. Klau offers coaching, retreats, keynote presentations, and organizational consulting, all grounded in the belief that inner and outer change are deeply interconnected. He partners with values-driven organizations, leaders, teams, and communities that are committed to confronting their shadow as they seek to serve others. Resources: Dr. Max Klau LinkedIn Center for Courageous Wholeness LinkedIn “Developing Servant Leaders at Scale: How to Do It and Why It Matters” by Max Klau “Servant Leadership” by Robert K. Greenleaf Podcast: Pulling the Thread by Elise Loehnen “I Wish I'd Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating and Escaping a Toxic Boss” by Dr. Laura Hambley Lovett Dr. Laura on LinkedIn Where Work Meets Life™ on YouTube Learn more about Dr. Laura on her website: https://drlaura.live For more resources, look into Dr. Laura's organizations: Canada Career Counselling Synthesis Psychology Order Dr. Laura's new book today: I Wish I'd Quit Sooner: Practical Strategies for Navigating a Toxic Boss Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Stepping Into Leadership isn't about waiting until you feel confident—it's about choosing courage before confidence arrives. If you've been holding back because you don't feel ready, this conversation will challenge the belief that's keeping you stuck.Many business owners assume strong leaders have all the answers, but the reality is very different. Stepping Into Leadership means embracing uncomfortable conversations, making difficult decisions, and trusting yourself before certainty exists. Confidence isn't the starting point; it's the result of taking action. That's why so many founders benefit from intentional leadership development coaching, giving them the support to navigate growth with greater clarity.For those navigating women's business leadership, the pressure to carry everything can feel overwhelming. It's easy to confuse caring deeply about your business with believing you have to do it all yourself. But sustainable leadership comes from building trust, creating accountability, and developing the mindset to lead people—not simply manage tasks. That's where leadership coaching helps shift both perspective and behaviour.You'll also discover why confidence as a leader is built one courageous moment at a time, how your inner dialogue influences every leadership decision, and why strengthening your leadership skills starts long before your team notices the difference. Every courageous conversation, every boundary you set, and every decision you make reinforces the leader you're becoming.If you're Stepping Into Leadership, remember that growth doesn't happen because confidence suddenly appears—it happens because you choose courage first. And that's how confidence is built.If this resonates, subscribe to The People Side of Business, share this episode with another founder who needs to hear it, and take the next step towards becoming the leader your business deserves through Stepping Into Leadership.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.
Have you ever wondered what truly drives someone to leap from curiosity about startups into the realm of angel investing—and what mindset shifts are crucial along the way? This episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast opens with that very question, as we explore the often untold personal and financial journeys that lie behind the checks investors write, and the ambitions founders chase. Our guest, Christa Downey, brings a unique lens as both an active angel investor and a leadership coach grounded in the vibrant startup ecosystem of Ithaca, New York. Christa Downey shares her path from engaging with the Cornell entrepreneurship community to backing mission-driven companies, investing alongside platforms like Chloe Capital and The Fourth Effect, and leveraging alternative vehicles such as self-directed IRAs to build wealth with purpose. Her commitment to fostering both financial returns and meaningful impact defines her approach and investments. In this conversation, Christa Downey dives into practical strategies for diversification, the pivotal role of money mindset for both founders and investors, and the often-overlooked emotional aspects of entrepreneurship—including navigating hard money conversations, founder agreements, and the difficult transition from founder to CEO. Listeners will gain concrete insights on angel investing, alternative wealth-building tools, and how intentional financial choices shape both companies and their leaders. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in reimagining their relationship with money, understanding the nuts and bolts of early-stage investing, and supporting the creation of a more inclusive, impactful startup culture. To get the latest from Christa Downey, you can follow her below! https://www.linkedin.com/in/christabdowney/ Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing! Website: www.marciadawood.com Learn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.com And don't forget to follow us wherever you are! Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.apple Spotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotify LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood
The Center for Medical Simulation Presents: DJ Simulationistas... 'Sup?
“If I create too much psychological safety, won't discussions just become endless? It sounds nice, but I have actual work to get done.” : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-center-for-medical-simulation/id1279266822 Psychological safety isn't the opposite of discipline; it's the partner of discipline. When we have to get things done, we have to get them done, but that doesn't mean we can't skillfully lead in a way that allows people to share their insights and still drive the work forward. Workout of the week: The next time you're under pressure in a team setting, try to carve out a small proportion of work time to create the conditions for better collaboration, balancing discipline and openness. For example: name the time pressure the team is under, invite participation under those conditions, and support people for participating. Leadership Coaching from Jenny Rudolph: https://harvardmedsim.org/personal-leadership-coaching-with-jenny-rudolph/ #healthcaresimulation #nursing #medicine #debriefing #psychsafety 6120fbf0-89ba-11f1-b3c6-15acc75bf76a
In many organizations, stress has become so normalized that it almost feels like a leadership strategy. But it is not. In this episode of the LEITWOLF® Podcast, Stefan explores how leaders can enable strong performance without creating constant pressure. Sustainable high performance does not come from piling on more stress. It comes from clarity, focus, and ownership. Teams often underperform not because they are not working hard enough, but because priorities compete, decisions are delayed, and expectations remain unclear. Stefan explains why chronic stress weakens judgment, creativity, and collaboration – and why a leader's behavior has a direct impact on the emotional climate of a team. Leaders who stay calm under pressure create trust. Leaders who spread urgency without direction create uncertainty instead of performance. You will learn why goals should be managed through outcomes rather than activities, how to replace control with ownership, and why great leadership protects energy as intentionally as it drives results. An episode about sustainable performance, clear priorities, and leadership that enables results without overloading people. ––– Do you like the LEITWOLF® Leadership podcast? Then please rate it with a star rating and review it on iTunes or/and Spotify. This will help us to further improve this LEITWOLF® podcast and make it more visible. ––– Book your access to the LEITWOLF® Academy NOW: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy-en Would you like solid tips or support on how to implement good leadership in your company? Then please get in touch with Stefan via mail: contact@homeister-leadership.com Or arrange a free phone call here: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly-en // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVE ___ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Successful Leadership, Organizational Management, Leadership Skills, Leadership Development, Team Management, Self-leadership, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Career Development, Leadership Personality, Success Strategies, Organizational Culture, Motivation and Leadership, Leadership Tips, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionary Leadership, Leadership Interviews, Successful Managers, Entrepreneurial Tips, Leadership Best Practices, Leadership Perspectives, Business Coaching
Stepping Into Leadership isn't about waiting until you feel confident—it's about choosing courage before confidence arrives. If you've been holding back because you don't feel ready, this conversation will challenge the belief that's keeping you stuck.Many business owners assume strong leaders have all the answers, but the reality is very different. Stepping Into Leadership means embracing uncomfortable conversations, making difficult decisions, and trusting yourself before certainty exists. Confidence isn't the starting point; it's the result of taking action. That's why so many founders benefit from intentional leadership development coaching, giving them the support to navigate growth with greater clarity.For those navigating women's business leadership, the pressure to carry everything can feel overwhelming. It's easy to confuse caring deeply about your business with believing you have to do it all yourself. But sustainable leadership comes from building trust, creating accountability, and developing the mindset to lead people—not simply manage tasks. That's where leadership coaching helps shift both perspective and behaviour.You'll also discover why confidence as a leader is built one courageous moment at a time, how your inner dialogue influences every leadership decision, and why strengthening your leadership skills starts long before your team notices the difference. Every courageous conversation, every boundary you set, and every decision you make reinforces the leader you're becoming.If you're Stepping Into Leadership, remember that growth doesn't happen because confidence suddenly appears—it happens because you choose courage first. And that's how confidence is built.If this resonates, subscribe to The People Side of Business, share this episode with another founder who needs to hear it, and take the next step towards becoming the leader your business deserves through Stepping Into Leadership.Support the showThe People Side of Business is the podcast for female founders and business owners who are leading teams and growing businesses.Hosted by Lindsay White, Leadership Coach, Team Leadership Strategist, and Fractional HR Expert, this show delivers practical leadership strategies, real-world people solutions, and honest conversations about the challenges of leading a team.From employee performance issues and difficult conversations to hiring, accountability, workplace culture, and team growth, each episode is designed to help you lead, manage, and scale your team as a founder.If you're ready to become a more confident leader, make better people decisions, and build a stronger, higher-performing team, you're in the right place.Learn more at highvoltageleadership.ca, connect on Instagram @highvoltleadership, or find Lindsay White on LinkedIn.The people side of business isn't separate from growth. The people side of business is the business.
Chain of Learning: Empowering Continuous Improvement Change Leaders
Learn more and apply for the November 2026 cohort of my Japan Leadership Experience: https://kbjanderson.com/japantrip/How many problems are actually visible in your organization?Research shows senior leaders see just 4%. The other 96% stay hidden — invisible, yet still there. And some aren't even recognized by employees as problems anymore, because they have become the norm.We all say we want psychological safety. But you don't get it by saying you want it. People-centered leadership is about creating conditions for people to speak up and highlight issues by how you, and leaders across your system, respond.Recorded live with a group of global leaders participating in my Japan Leadership Experience in May 2026, this special episode celebrates the sixth anniversary of Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn. You'll hear Isao Yoshino, a 40-year Toyota leader and the subject of my book, reflect on three of the book's most talked-about stories.These examples bring two of Toyota's mottos to life, "bad news first" and "no problem is a problem," and show why a leader's response is what turns problems into a culture of improvement:How his manager's response to a huge paint-shop mistake in his first months at Toyota shaped how he saw a leader's roleHow andon — signaling a problem and stopping the line — changed the culture at NUMMIHow he found the courage to highlight his failing water ski boat business to President Fujio ChoWhether on the front line or in the boardroom, creating the conditions where bad news comes first, and support follows, is what builds a culture of excellence.You'll Learn:Why a leader's response to a mistake is fundamental to effective leadership and matters more than the mistake itselfThe two actions behind a bad-news-first culture: respond down to help, not blame, and signal up when something's off courseWhy andon is a leadership practice, not just a factory signal, that works from the shop floor to the executive suiteWhat the NUMMI turnaround shows about culture change: people adopt a better way when they discover it, not when they're toldWhy "thank you for this mistake" is the keystone move for building psychological safetyABOUT MY GUEST:Isao Yoshino spent forty years at Toyota, from the late 1960s to the early 2000s, where he helped shape the people-centered learning culture the company is known for today. He was a key leader in the Kan-Pro senior-management development program and led the training of the American managers at NUMMI, the Toyota-GM joint venture, where he hired John Shook. He is the subject of Katie Anderson's Shingo Publication Award-winning book, Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn.IMPORTANT LINKS:Full episode show notes: ChainOfLearning.com/80Order your copy of Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn: LearningToLeadLeadingToLearn.comFollow me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kbjandersonSubscribe to my newsletter: kbjanderson.com/newsletterCheck out my website for resources and working together: KBJAnderson.comJoin us on the Japan Leadership Experience: KBJAnderson.com/japantripTIMESTAMPS FOR THIS EPISODE:02:18 Andon: Why a leader's response matters03:16 The paint mistake that shaped Mr. Yoshino's leadership05:28 Why Mr. Yoshino was thanked for his mistake09:34 The leadership lesson that lasted 40 years11:22 Why Toyota starts every leader on the front line12:18 Inside the early days of NUMMI17:13 Why workers were afraid to stop the line23:34 What changed the culture at NUMMI24:40 Why leaders only see 4% of problems25:16 Responding down instead of blaming25:50 Asking for help at the leadership level28:43 Why President Cho flew to a failing business34:17 The power of bad news first35:54 Mr. Yoshino's biggest leadership regret38:19 When doing it yourself becomes the problem39:05 The response that creates culture40:28 The two behaviors every leader needs42:02 Two questions to reflect on this week Learn more and apply for the November 2026 cohort of my Japan Leadership Experience: https://kbjanderson.com/japantrip/Purchase a copy of "Learning to Lead, Leading to Learn" or gift a copy to your team: http://learningtoleadleadingtolearn.com/
In this episode of Coaching Conversations, Jim Knight is joined by guest, TLC 2026 keynote speaker Dr. Rachel Edoho-Eket, principal and author of The Principles Journey, to talk about the experiences that shaped her leadership journey from teaching kindergarten to leading a school community.Dr. Edoho-Eket shares what she's learned along the way about the power of mentorship, creating a positive culture, making intentional decisions, and navigating the difficult conversations that come with leadership. In this conversation, Jim and Rachel also explore something every leader wrestles with: how to care for others without losing yourself in the process.Throughout the episode, Dr. Edoho-Eket offers practical insights on setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and choosing joy—even when the work is challenging. Her story is a reminder that sustainable leadership isn't about doing more. It's about being intentional, staying connected to your values, and creating the conditions where both students and educators can thrive.Thank you for being a part of our community.Feedback: We love hearing from you! Leave us a rating or comment to let us know what you think.Stay Connected: Follow our podcast for more episodes packed with insights and inspiration.Learn more about the Introduction to Leadership Coaching workshop:https://www.instructionalcoaching.com/workshop/introduction-to-leadership-coaching/Learn more about the Instructional Coaching Institute:https://www.instructionalcoaching.com/workshop/in-person-intensive-instructional-coaching-institute/
Cathy and Todd continue their summer blockbusters series with National Lampoon’s Animal House (1978), John Landis’s frat-house classic that launched the college-comedy genre. They discuss the cast, behind-the-scenes trivia, the film’s most WTF scenes, and their own experiences in the Greek system. They also list the top 15 fraternity party songs of the early ’90s, plus the top ten things Animal House gave us that are still discussed, used, or homaged today. Subscribe to Cathy's weekly Zen Moment and upgrade to hear a weekly Zen Moment podcast hosted by Cathy and Todd! Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
The Center for Medical Simulation Presents: DJ Simulationistas... 'Sup?
People are going to make mistakes. As the leader of a team, how do we help people move from the mindset of failure as a character flaw to seeing failure as a moment for growth?: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-center-for-medical-simulation/id1279266822 How do we separate out the part of us that's aware that mistakes are required from us for growth and the part that feels like we've done a crime when we make an error? We can know intellectually that preventable error is a part of experience, but still have a part that wants to be perfect and experiences shame when we aren't. Workout of the week: Reframe a mistake that you or someone else made in a way that allows you to learn from it productively. Leadership Coaching from Jenny Rudolph: https://harvardmedsim.org/personal-leadership-coaching-with-jenny-rudolph/ #healthcaresimulation #nursing #medicine #debriefing #psychsafety
Wir haben Stress in vielen Organisationen so sehr normalisiert, als wäre er eine Führungsstrategie. Doch genau das ist er nicht. In dieser Folge des LEITWOLF® Podcasts spricht Stefan darüber, wie Führungskräfte starke Leistung ermöglichen können, ohne permanent Druck zu erzeugen. Denn nachhaltige Höchstleistung entsteht nicht durch immer mehr Belastung, sondern durch Klarheit, Fokus und Eigenverantwortung. Teams leisten oft nicht deshalb zu wenig, weil sie zu wenig arbeiten – sondern weil Prioritäten konkurrieren, Entscheidungen verzögert werden und Erwartungen unklar bleiben. Stefan zeigt, warum chronischer Stress Urteilsvermögen, Kreativität und Zusammenarbeit schwächt – und weshalb das Verhalten der Führungskraft das emotionale Klima im Team entscheidend prägt. Wer unter Druck ruhig bleibt, schafft Vertrauen. Wer Dringlichkeit ohne Orientierung verbreitet, erzeugt dagegen Unsicherheit statt Leistung. Du erfährst, warum Ziele stärker über Ergebnisse statt über Aktivitäten gesteuert werden sollten, wie Du Kontrolle durch Eigenverantwortung ersetzt und weshalb gute Führung Energie genauso bewusst schützt wie Resultate. Eine Folge über nachhaltige Performance, klare Prioritäten und Führung, die Leistung ermöglicht, ohne Menschen zu überlasten. ––– Nimm gerne an dieser anonymen Umfrage teil, damit wir diesen Podcast für Dich optimieren können: https://forms.gle/WTqCeutVXV2PsjBH9 Gefällt Dir dieser LEITWOLF® Leadership Podcast? Dann abonniere den Podcast und beurteile ihn bitte mit einer Sternebewertung und Rezension bei iTunes und/oder Spotify. Das hilft uns, diesen LEITWOLF® Podcast weiter zu verbessern und sichtbarer zu machen. ––– Buche Dir JETZT Deinen Zugang zur LEITWOLF® Academy: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy Möchtest Du konkrete Tipps oder Unterstützung, wie gutes Führen in Deinem Unternehmen definiert und umgesetzt werden kann, dann schreibe Stefan eine Mail an: contact@homeister-leadership.com ODER Vereinbare hier direkt ein kostenloses Beratungsgespräch mit Stefan: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ____ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Führung, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Erfolgreich führen, Unternehmensführung, Führungskompetenz, Leadership Development, Teammanagement, Leadership Skills, Selbstführung, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Karriereentwicklung, Führungspersönlichkeit, Erfolgsstrategien, Unternehmenskultur, Motivation und Leadership, Leadership-Tipps, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionäre Führung, Leadership Interviews, Erfolgreiche Manager, Unternehmer-Tipps, Leadership-Best Practices, Leadership-Perspektiven, Business-Coaching
How do you raise children who understand the value of money in a world where almost every payment is digital?In this episode of Leadership Tea, Shelby Smith-Wilson and Belinda Jackson welcome back financial experts Sam Salmon and Josh Barrett from the State Department Federal Credit Union to discuss practical strategies for raising financially confident kids.Together, they explore allowances, saving, budgeting, first jobs, spending habits, and how parents can build healthy financial mindsets through consistent conversations, not fear or shame.Whether you're raising young children or preparing teenagers for adulthood, this conversation offers practical ideas that leaders can apply both at home and at work.In this episode:• The biggest mistake parents make when teaching kids about money• Why communication matters more than the size of an allowance• Helping children understand needs versus wants• Teaching financial responsibility in a cashless world• Preparing teens for their first paycheck• Why it's never too late to build better money habitsPart 1 of a two-part series with the State Department Federal Credit Union.--------------------Our company, Grounded and Global Advisory, is pleased to offer a quarterly advisory retainer. For $275 per month (billed quarterly, with the option to renew each quarter), you'll receive:One 60-minute coaching session per monthPriority access to our calendarOne annual 90-minute strategic intensiveThis offer is for the person who knows what good advisory support feels like and doesn't want to lose it. Spots are limited. If you're interested, email us directly at hello@stirringsuccess.com, and we'll be in touch.Send us a comment!Support the showWe publish new episodes every other Wednesday.Subscribe to the Leadership Tea PodcastSubscribe to Leadership Tea on YouTube!Follow us on Instagram @Leadership_Tea for more inspiration and insights.
Cathy and Todd discuss Back to the Future for their summer blockbuster series, Robert Zemeckis’s 1985 time-travel classic that took nearly 40 rejections to get made before Steven Spielberg got involved. They discuss how Eric Stoltz was originally cast as Marty McFly and shot for five weeks before being replaced by Michael J. Fox, who then secretly filmed the movie at night while shooting Family Ties by day. On a $19 million budget, the film grossed nearly $400 million and became a cultural touchstone, complete with an uncredited Huey Lewis cameo and a Crispin Glover lawsuit that changed how Hollywood handles an actor’s likeness. They dig into why it still resonates including the butterfly-effect plot, the idea of meeting your parents as flawed kids just like you, and Doc’s closing line — “your future hasn’t been written yet” — as the real heart of the film. Subscribe to Cathy's weekly Zen Moment and upgrade to hear a weekly Zen Moment podcast hosted by Cathy and Todd! Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
In this episode of Learning From Experience, host Jessica Wise talks with Megan Russell, an assistant principal from Virginia whose journey has taken her from Head Start teacher to elementary educator, instructional coach, and school leader. Megan reflects on the challenges she faced stepping into coaching with limited training, unclear coaching cycles, and few meaningful ways to measure success.Together, Jessica and Megan explore how Jim Knight's Partnership Principles, including equality, choice, voice, dialogue, praxis, reflection, and reciprocity, continue to shape Megan's approach to coaching and leadership. She also shares how the Impact Cycle has strengthened her work with early childhood educators and offers an encouraging reminder that lasting change doesn't happen all at once. It begins with small, intentional steps taken consistently over time.Thank you for being a part of our community.Feedback: We love hearing from you! Leave us a rating or comment to let us know what you think.Stay Connected: Follow our podcast for more episodes packed with insights and inspiration.Learn more about the Introduction to Leadership Coaching workshop:https://www.instructionalcoaching.com/workshop/introduction-to-leadership-coaching/Learn more about the Teaching Leading Coaching (TLC) 2026 Conference:https://www.instructionalcoaching.com/2026-tlc-conference/
Leadership development is not about checking boxes. It is about building the awareness, communication, trust, and consistency required to help people grow, perform, and feel safe enough to do meaningful work. LaTonya Wilkins brings a powerful conversation on what it really means to lead below the surface. From psychological safety and culture to coaching, delegation, community, and connection across differences, this master class challenges leaders to stop treating leadership like a static skillset and start looking at how leadership is actually experienced by the people they serve. Learn how to honestly rate your leadership by asking better questions: • How clear is your communication? • How do people experience you in meetings, emails, and difficult conversations? • Are you giving people the guardrails they need without making them too tight? • Are you creating hope, trust, compassion, and stability? • Are you developing people, or just expecting them to perform? • Are burnout, churn, poor delegation, and low trust signs of a deeper leadership problem? This conversation also explores why many leadership development programs fail because they rely on outdated models, performative culture work, and initiatives that were never truly embedded into the organization. Real culture cannot be reduced to perks, titles, slogans, or temporary programs. It has to show up in how leaders communicate, make decisions, build teams, manage change, and create belonging. LaTonya also brings a needed perspective on coaching and community in a noisy market where too many people sell quick fixes without doing the real work. Strong leadership, real coaching, and healthy culture are all relationship businesses. They require trust, self-awareness, accountability, and the right people around you at every stage. For executives, founders, HR leaders, coaches, consultants, people managers, and anyone responsible for leading others, this conversation is a reminder that real leadership still wins when it is rooted in trust, development, culture, coaching, and community. Beyond The Episode Gems: Learn More About Leading Below The Surface Book Buy LaTonya's Book, Leading Below The Surface Learn more about LaTonya's offerings for executive coaching ChangeCoaches.io Connect with LaTonya on LinkedIn Explore Change Coaches Relational Coach Training Buy Troy's Book, Strategize Up: The Blueprint To Scale Your Business StrategizeUpBook.com Discover All Podcasts On The HubSpot Podcast Network Get Free HubSpot Marketing Tools To Help You Grow Your Business Grow Your Business Faster Using HubSpot's CRM Platform Support The Podcast & Connect With Troy: Rate & Review iDigress: iDigress.fm/Reviews Follow Troy's Socials @FindTroy: LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads, TikTok Subscribe to Troy's YouTube Channel For Strategy Videos & See Masterclass Episodes Need Growth Strategy, A Keynote Speaker, Or Want To Sponsor The Podcast? Go To FindTroy.com
The Center for Medical Simulation Presents: DJ Simulationistas... 'Sup?
What should a leader do when they've encouraged their team to speak up, they've created psych safety, and then their team gives them feedback they didn't really want to hear: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-center-for-medical-simulation/id1279266822 Whether and how we respond when people share their perspective with us has a big impact on whether they will do it again later. Pockets of culture around us are not set in stone; they're built moment by moment based on how we talk to each other. Our experience as receivers of feedback and our actions shape how feedback will emerge in the future. Workout of the week: Say thank you when someone gives you feedback, even if the feedback doesn't feel welcome. Leadership Coaching from Jenny Rudolph: https://harvardmedsim.org/personal-leadership-coaching-with-jenny-rudolph/ #healthcaresimulation #nursing #medicine #debriefing #psychsafety
Have you ever stopped to wonder if you're climbing the right mountain in your entrepreneurial journey, or simply chasing someone else's vision of success? In this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, we dig deep into what it means to lead with purpose and authenticity, challenging common assumptions about leadership, fulfillment, and growth for founders and investors alike. Our guest, Tony Martignetti, is an accomplished leadership coach, author, and founder of Inspired Purpose Partners. With over 30 years of experience in high-tech and biotech finance and strategy, Tony Martignetti made a bold leap from corporate life to become a transformational force for leaders across industries. He's the author of two insightful books—Climbing the Right Mountain and Campfire Lessons for Leaders—and shares a preview of his upcoming work, Illuminating Hidden Brilliance. Throughout the episode, listeners hear Tony Martignetti's perspective on why effective leadership goes far beyond titles, how founders can unlock the “hidden brilliance” within themselves and their teams, and why organizations thrive when they encourage multidimensional talents. Whether you're a startup founder, part of a scaling team, or actively investing in early-stage ventures, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and fresh frameworks to help you foster truly resilient, inspired, and connected teams. This is a must-listen for anyone seeking to create lasting impact, avoid the pitfalls of leadership “autopilot,” and bring their whole self into the entrepreneurial arena. To get the latest from Tony Martignetti, you can follow him below! https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonymartignetti/ Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing! Website: www.marciadawood.com Learn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.com And don't forget to follow us wherever you are! Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.apple Spotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotify LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood
Many leaders know this concern: If I lead with too much humanity, will performance suffer? And if I consistently demand performance, will I lose my team? In this episode of the LEITWOLF® Podcast, Stefan addresses a misunderstanding that is deeply rooted in many organizations: humanity and performance are often seen as opposites. But real leadership shows the opposite. The best leaders do not choose between people and results. They create a culture in which trust, clarity, and high standards reinforce each other. Stefan explains why difficult conversations are often avoided, why humanity must not be confused with leniency, and why leaders weaken their teams when they solve too many problems themselves. You will learn how to give clear feedback in a respectful and effective way, why “High Respect, High Standards” is a powerful leadership principle, and how to develop people without taking responsibility away from them. An episode about clarity, trust, and performance – and about the insight that humanity does not cost performance. On the contrary: when understood correctly, it multiplies performance. ––– Do you like the LEITWOLF® Leadership podcast? Then please rate it with a star rating and review it on iTunes or/and Spotify. This will help us to further improve this LEITWOLF® podcast and make it more visible. ––– Book your access to the LEITWOLF® Academy NOW: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy-en Would you like solid tips or support on how to implement good leadership in your company? Then please get in touch with Stefan via mail: contact@homeister-leadership.com Or arrange a free phone call here: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly-en // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVE ___ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Successful Leadership, Organizational Management, Leadership Skills, Leadership Development, Team Management, Self-leadership, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Career Development, Leadership Personality, Success Strategies, Organizational Culture, Motivation and Leadership, Leadership Tips, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionary Leadership, Leadership Interviews, Successful Managers, Entrepreneurial Tips, Leadership Best Practices, Leadership Perspectives, Business Coaching
What separates great leaders from everyone else when pressure hits?In this Leadership Coaching episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with Silvia Rizzo, leadership expert, life coach, and professional rider, to explore how mindset, resilience, and decision-making shape success in both business and life.Silvia shares lessons from operating in high-performance environments where mistakes are visible, outcomes matter, and leadership is tested in real time. Together, they discuss overcoming limiting beliefs, embracing discomfort, taking action before conditions are perfect, and developing the confidence needed to navigate uncertainty.The conversation dives into leadership under pressure, the importance of self-discipline, personal responsibility, and why waiting for the "right time" often prevents people from achieving their goals. Silvia also explains how experience, reflection, and persistence help build credibility and create lasting personal transformation.If you're looking to improve your decision-making, strengthen your mindset, and develop greater resilience in your personal or professional life, this episode provides practical insights you can apply immediately.Key Takeaways✅ Leadership is tested during moments of pressure and uncertainty.✅ Mindset influences how we respond to challenges and opportunities.✅ Growth happens when we step outside our comfort zones.✅ There is rarely a perfect time to take action.✅ Persistence and courage create long-term success.✅ Mistakes provide valuable learning opportunities.✅ Self-discipline helps build momentum toward meaningful goals.✅ Personal responsibility is essential for lasting transformation.✅ Pressure can reveal hidden strengths and opportunities for growth.✅ Experience and reflection help build confidence and credibility.Silvia Rizzo's Links & ResourcesWebsite – https://www.hofmarabuntablog.com/Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/share/1FdyjSDWfL/?mibextid=wwXIfrX – https://x.com/hofmarabunta?s=21Pinterest – https://pin.it/1JAKYnPvgYouTube – https://youtube.com/@hofmarabunta?si=g5jFdn3t0NBOFo78Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/rizzosilvia2020LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/silvia-rizzo-582aa985TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/@silviarizzo3Threads – https://www.threads.com/@rizzosilvia2020Leadership, Performance & Strategic Decision-Makinghttps://www.hofmarabuntablog.com/mindset-leadership-strategic-behavior(This resource explores leadership, performance, mindset, and decision-making in high-pressure environments. It expands on many of the topics discussed in this episode, including resilience, leadership credibility, and navigating uncertainty with confidence.)Explore More With Michael ReardenWebsite – https://revenconcepts.com/Podcast – https://coachinginsession.buzzsprout.com/Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/revenconcepts/Work With Michael Rearden- https://www.revenconcepts.com/
Chain of Learning: Empowering Continuous Improvement Change Leaders
Efficiency and cost savings aren't what makes operational excellence last. People are.The leaders who create enduring, high-performing organizations are after something beyond business results. They want a company where people end the day more capable, more confident, more energized than when it began. That's the difference between a workplace that wears people down and one that builds powerful people.Gary Peterson spent more than 30 years building that kind of culture of continuous improvement at OC Tanner. But the hardest part wasn't creating the systems or processes to get better outcomes. It was his own transformation — coming to see how, without meaning to, he'd become the leader getting in his people's way.Put people first, and the results follow. And the deepest transformation you'll ever lead is your own.You'll Learn:Why operational excellence only lasts when leaders focus on building people, not just cutting costs and eliminating wasteWhy the best leaders make an identity shift from being the expert with every answer to creating the conditions for others to solve problemsWhat it takes to move managers from enforcers to coaches and make continuous improvement something your team never fears, even as roles and headcount shiftHow to influence real organizational change when you have no authority to make anyone followWhy so many leaders give up on culture change too soon, and how long it really takesABOUT MY GUEST:Gary Peterson spent more than 30 years at OC Tanner, where he held leadership roles across manufacturing, marketing, and operations, most recently as Executive Vice President of Supply Chain and Manufacturing. He led the people-first transformation that earned OC Tanner the Shingo Prize and made it one of the few companies Toyota holds up as a global showcase for its system outside automotive. Gary is an Association for Manufacturing Excellence Hall of Fame inductee.IMPORTANT LINKS:Full episode show notes: ChainOfLearning.com/79 Connect with Gary Peterson: linkedin.com/in/garypeterson Follow me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kbjanderson Subscribe to my newsletter: kbjanderson.com/newsletter Check out my website for resources and working together: KBJAnderson.com Join me on the Japan Leadership Experience: KBJAnderson.com/japantripTIMESTAMPS FOR THIS EPISODE:03:44 Why Toyota saw something different at OC Tanner05:02 The real purpose of operational excellence07:19 How Gary knew the culture was changing09:00 Creating people who change the world12:13 The outcome every leader should want13:07 Two pillars that shaped the journey14:26 Breaking a culture of fear and control15:35 The five-minute habit that changed everything17:15 Redefining what it means to be a manager19:12 Why transformation takes longer than you think20:05 What to do when leaders don't support the change22:26 The experiment that almost got shut down24:19 Helping managers make the coaching shift25:23 When people outgrow their leaders28:28 Why improvement should never threaten jobs30:23 The manager who couldn't stop yelling32:23 The leadership habit that destroys ownership35:35 Becoming the leader you never wanted to be37:00 The habit that was holding people back38:01 The executive behavior that shuts people down40:07 Proving your worth vs. creating conditions45:37 Showing results isn't the same as showing people49:53 Where transformation really begins51:16 The question every leader should ask about their people53:34 When helping starts limiting growth55:14 The shift that made everything else possible
Cathy and Todd discuss Apple TV’s Widow’s Bay, the 10-episode horror-comedy that has a 98% on Rotten Tomatoes and an early season two renewal. They discuss its “Parks and Rec meets Stephen King” premise and its numerous horror movie homages including Carrie, The Wicker Man, The Shining, Jaws, Halloween, and more. It’s small-town bureaucracy, ancient sea-gods, a resurrected Boogeyman, and sunset cocktails all in one, and they knew they needed to discuss this one-of-a-kind show. Subscribe to Cathy's weekly Zen Moment and upgrade to hear a weekly Zen Moment podcast hosted by Cathy and Todd! Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
The Leadership Operating System Every leader develops an internal operating system. It's built from experience, reinforced by success, and often becomes invisible to the person running it. In this episode, Allison explores: Why the habits that created success may eventually create limitations How early-stage leadership instincts differ from scaling-stage leadership needs The hidden ways leaders become organizational bottlenecks Why recurring problems are often systemic rather than isolated The challenge of recognizing your own leadership patterns How authority limits honest feedback Why perspective is often more valuable than advice The role trusted peers play in helping leaders see blind spots How leaders can upgrade their operating system as they grow Key Question: What recurring pattern in your organization might be connected to how you operate as a leader? Resources: Think First: Stop Being the Bottleneck, Start Building Thinkers Deliberate Directions Executive Coaching & Leadership Development Think First
In this podcast, Greg Voisen sits down with Marilee Adams, Ph.D., the bestselling author and founder of the Inquiry Institute, to deep dive into the fifth edition of her life-altering book, Change Your Questions, Change Your Life: 14 Powerful Tools for Leadership, Coaching, and Results. Have you ever considered that the quiet, unnoticed questions running through your mind are completely shaping your career, your relationships, and your entire reality? Dr. Adams reveals how a single, devastating moment in her advisor's office unlocked a universal breakthrough: the choice between the reactive "Judger" mindset and the open "Learner" mindset. If you want to discover how to catch yourself before falling into the "Judger Pit," how to utilize a visual "Choice Map," and how to radically transform your communication style using uniquely human critical thinking in the age of AI, this conversation holds the master key.
What you'll learn in this episode: ● Why emotional regulation is one of the most important skills for entrepreneurs ● How emotional intelligence improves leadership and decision-making ● The hidden connection between burnout, stress, and high achievement ● Why successful people can still feel unhappy despite reaching their goals ● How childhood experiences influence business and personal relationships ● The difference between reacting emotionally and responding intentionally ● The four pillars of embodied presence: awareness, embodiment, connection, and flow ● How to recover from nervous system overwhelm and emotional exhaustion ● Why intuition and logic work best when combined ● Practical techniques to improve resilience, focus, and sustainable peak performance
Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this inspiring episode, Dr. Christine Li welcomes seven-time world champion musician, bestselling author, and high-performance leadership coach James Laughlin to the podcast. Together, they explore what it truly means to be a high performer, debunking the myth that it's reserved for a select few or achieved through hustle alone.James Laughlin shares how simple, consistent habits—rather than massive actions—are the foundation of sustainable achievement, joy, and fulfillment. He opens up about his personal journey from early success and burnout to discovering the importance of aligning daily actions with core values and purpose. Listeners will learn practical strategies for taking small but meaningful steps, overcoming self-sabotage, taming stress, and building a life of excellence on your own terms—no matter your starting point or life stage.Timestamps00:00:00 - Dr. Christine Li introduces James Laughlin and his background in high performance leadership.00:02:27 - James Laughlin describes his book "Habits of High Performers" and its purpose.00:03:27 - James Laughlin shares his motivation, rooted in personal struggle and wanting to help others.00:05:48 - Dr. Christine Li asks about James Laughlin's early drive at age 13; they bond over a shared love of the Guinness World Record Book.00:09:43 - Advice for midlife women: small, consistent actions are more sustainable than massive action.00:12:02 - James Laughlin gives an example of small, stackable actions in his own life.00:14:13 - Emphasis on doing less, but better—focus on quality rather than quantity.00:17:44 - Discussion about changing "should" statements to value-driven commands.00:22:55 - The importance of moving from head to heart, with practical journaling and self-reflection routines.00:26:06 - Discussing cortisol's impact, especially for women in later years, and practical ways to manage stress hormones.00:31:19 - James Laughlin offers a free high performance planner to listeners.00:32:56 - Dr. Christine Li closes the episode and gives ways to connect and learn more.To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/plannerTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/lab Connect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPJames LaughlinWebsite: https://www.jjlaughlin.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealjameslaughlinYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JamesLaughlinOfficialPodcast: https://go.pddr.app/LOPLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/
The Center for Medical Simulation Presents: DJ Simulationistas... 'Sup?
Teamwork isn't free—our teammates are always making cost calculations about the benefits of weighing in versus the potential costs: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-center-for-medical-simulation/id1279266822 One of the main reasons people will choose not to join in a workplace discussion is because they've sensed that the short term risk to themselves of speaking is greater than the long term benefit, to themselves or to the company. How, as leaders, can we change the subconscious math happening for our teammates when it comes to garnering participation? Workout of the week: Find one real world situation where you can lower the cost of participation, whether by invitation or by suggesting roles and steps. Leadership Coaching from Jenny Rudolph: https://harvardmedsim.org/personal-leadership-coaching-with-jenny-rudolph/ #healthcaresimulation #nursing #medicine #debriefing #psychsafety
Was macht eine Organisation wirklich gesund – ein gutes Benefit-Programm oder die Art, wie geführt wird? In dieser Folge des LEITWOLF® Podcasts spricht Stefan mit Johannes Füß, Leadership- und HR-Experte bei EGYM Wellpass und Host des Level Up HR Podcasts. Gemeinsam gehen sie der Frage nach, warum Gesundheit, Energie und Leistungsfähigkeit längst keine reinen HR-Themen mehr sind, sondern zentrale Führungsaufgaben. Johannes teilt seine Perspektive darauf, warum Unternehmen nicht automatisch gesund werden, nur weil sie ihren Mitarbeitenden gute Angebote machen. Entscheidend sind Führungskräfte, die zuhören, Verantwortung ernst nehmen und eine Kultur schaffen, in der Menschen sich wohlfühlen, wachsen und Leistung bringen können. Es geht um psychologische Sicherheit, gesunde Strukturen, die Rolle von CEO, CFO und CHRO – und um die unbequeme Wahrheit, dass HR stärker in Wirkung, Daten und Wertbeitrag denken muss, wenn es wirklich auf Augenhöhe mitgestalten will. Außerdem sprechen Stefan und Johannes über KI in HR und Leadership, über Growth Mindset, persönliche Weiterentwicklung und die Frage, warum gute Führung oft nicht mit Dominanz beginnt, sondern mit Zuhören, Klarheit und Vertrauen. Ein ehrliches Gespräch über gesunde Organisationen, wirksame HR-Arbeit und Führung, die Menschen nicht krank macht – sondern stärker. ––– // LINKEDIN Johannes: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannes-füß/ Hier gehts zu Johannes Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4EO1u3Vu7q7HZVHx0o68rO?si=78086281710b4b69 (Teil 2 erst heißt am 28.07.2026) ––– Welche 2 Fehler Transformationen scheitern lassen – und wie HR Transformationen zum Erfolg führt. Kostenlose Anmeldung zum Webinar am 09.07 um 17:00 Uhr: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/hr-erfolgreiche-transformation Nimm gerne an dieser anonymen Umfrage teil, damit wir diesen Podcast für Dich optimieren können: https://forms.gle/WTqCeutVXV2PsjBH9 Gefällt Dir dieser LEITWOLF® Leadership Podcast? Dann abonniere den Podcast und beurteile ihn bitte mit einer Sternebewertung und Rezension bei iTunes und/oder Spotify. Das hilft uns, diesen LEITWOLF® Podcast weiter zu verbessern und sichtbarer zu machen. ––– Buche Dir JETZT Deinen Zugang zur LEITWOLF® Academy: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy Möchtest Du konkrete Tipps oder Unterstützung, wie gutes Führen in Deinem Unternehmen definiert und umgesetzt werden kann, dann schreibe Stefan eine Mail an: contact@homeister-leadership.com ODER Vereinbare hier direkt ein kostenloses Beratungsgespräch mit Stefan: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ____ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Führung, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Erfolgreich führen, Unternehmensführung, Führungskompetenz, Leadership Development, Teammanagement, Leadership Skills, Selbstführung, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Karriereentwicklung, Führungspersönlichkeit, Erfolgsstrategien, Unternehmenskultur, Motivation und Leadership, Leadership-Tipps, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionäre Führung, Leadership Interviews, Erfolgreiche Manager, Unternehmer-Tipps, Leadership-Best Practices, Leadership-Perspektiven, Business-Coaching
Cathy, Todd, Jacey, Camryn, and Skylar draft their way through 10 movie categories: horror/thriller, rom-com, animated, 80s, since 2020, based on a book, sports, most rewatched, holiday, and honorable mention. Snake draft order, 10 rounds, everyone answers every category exactly once. Whose picks are closest to yours? Part 2 of 2. Subscribe to Cathy's weekly Zen Moment and upgrade to hear a weekly Zen Moment podcast hosted by Cathy and Todd! Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
What happens when the career you've spent decades building suddenly ends?In this special re-release of one of Leadership Tea's most impactful conversations, executive leader Cathy Duffy shares how being unexpectedly pushed into early retirement became the beginning of an entirely new chapter.Shelby Smith-Wilson and Belinda Jackson explore identity, leadership, resilience, and what it truly means to take your power back after a forced career pivot.If you're navigating layoffs, organizational change, or questioning what's next in your own career, this episode offers practical leadership lessons that feel especially relevant today.--------------------Our company, Grounded and Global Advisory, is pleased to offer a quarterly advisory retainer. For $275 per month (billed quarterly, with the option to renew each quarter), you'll receive:One 60-minute coaching session per monthPriority access to our calendarOne annual 90-minute strategic intensiveThis offer is for the person who knows what good advisory support feels like and doesn't want to lose it. Spots are limited. If you're interested, email us directly at hello@stirringsuccess.com, and we'll be in touch.Send us a comment!Support the showWe publish new episodes every other Wednesday.Subscribe to the Leadership Tea PodcastSubscribe to Leadership Tea on YouTube!Follow us on Instagram @Leadership_Tea for more inspiration and insights.
Cathy, Todd, Jacey, Camryn, and Skylar draft their way through 10 movie categories: horror/thriller, rom-com, animated, 80s, since 2020, based on a book, sports, most rewatched, holiday, and honorable mention. Snake draft order, 10 rounds, everyone answers every category exactly once. Whose picks are closest to yours? Part 1 of 2. Subscribe to Cathy's weekly Zen Moment and upgrade to hear a weekly Zen Moment podcast hosted by Cathy and Todd! Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
Why Your Team Stops Telling You the Truth As companies grow, leaders often face an invisible challenge: they hear less of what's really happening. This isn't because employees are dishonest. It's because people naturally filter information when speaking to someone who holds authority over their career, compensation, and future opportunities. In this episode, Allison explores: How growth changes a leader's information environment Why teams begin filtering information The role power plays in workplace communication How leadership blind spots are created Why people stop raising concerns The hidden cost of operating on incomplete information Why asking for honesty isn't enough How to create psychological safety inside organizations The importance of trusted peers outside your business Key Question: When your team gives you an update, do you believe you're getting the full picture? If not, what have you done to make honesty truly safe? Resources: Think First: Stop Being the Bottleneck, Start Building Thinkers Deliberate Directions Leadership Development & Executive Coaching Think First
The Center for Medical Simulation Presents: DJ Simulationistas... 'Sup?
Emira Yusufova, Lucas Farris, and Julie Hartman join us again to talk their experience at asking questions where they truly don't know the answer: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-center-for-medical-simulation/id1279266822 Lucas, Julie and Esmira discuss how to balance being the expert in a debriefing for a case you've run many times versus allowing the participants to surprise you, how statements of genuine curiosity can improve personal relationships, and reset strategies when you are genuinely surprised by a response you get in debriefing. Workout of the week: Practice offering a rewind when you ask an open-ended question in order to allow learners more freedom to try out not fully formed thoughts. Leadership Coaching from Jenny Rudolph: https://harvardmedsim.org/personal-leadership-coaching-with-jenny-rudolph/ #healthcaresimulation #nursing #medicine #debriefing #psychsafety
Leadership isn't about being the loudest voice in the room. It's about building trust, creating accountability, and bringing people with you. In this episode of The Beacon Way Podcast, Adrienne Wilkerson sits down with executive leader, board director, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Victoria Pelletier to discuss her remarkable leadership journey—from overcoming a traumatic childhood and becoming an executive at just 24 years old to leading organizations through mergers, acquisitions, corporate transformations, and cultural change. Victoria shares how years of being one of the only women in leadership shaped her approach, why she was once known as "The Iron Maiden," and how embracing authenticity transformed both her leadership style and the impact she has on the people around her. The conversation explores human-centered leadership, accountability, workplace culture, navigating difficult conversations, leading through change, and creating environments where people can thrive while still achieving high performance. If you're a business owner, executive, manager, or aspiring leader, this episode offers practical insights into building stronger teams and becoming the kind of leader people genuinely want to follow. In This Episode:Victoria's journey from adversity to executive leadership Being the only woman in the room Why authenticity matters in leadership The dangers of leadership masks and personas Building trust through vulnerability Human-centered leadership vs. command-and-control leadership Accountability without sacrificing empathy Leading through mergers, acquisitions, and organizational change Creating followership instead of compliance How to know when it's time to leave an organization Connect With Victoria Pelletier Website https://victoria-pelletier.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriapelletier YouTube channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCpps5pAsPd83Bbn0YnofHRQ Books, Speaking & Leadership Resources https://victoria-pelletier.com
Chain of Learning: Empowering Continuous Improvement Change Leaders
Have you poured months into a strategy your team couldn't bring to life? Or watched capable people work harder than ever, and still struggle to pull together as a team?High performance isn't about a better strategy, more talent, or longer hours. It's about how your team works together, every single day.Karina Mangu-Ward, author of Teams That Meet the Moment, has spent more than a decade helping complex organizations redesign the messy day-to-day of how people actually get things done together. Her belief: good everyday teaming habits are both good for people and good for results. You don't have to choose between them.Making this real doesn't require a reinvention. You just need the right structure and the intention to show up differently. In this episode, Karina shares simple, tangible practices you can use in your very next meeting or strategic project.You'll Learn:The three lies leaders tell themselves about teamwork, and why believing them holds your team backHow the framework of the "Even Over" ends the swirl when your team is stuck choosing between two competing optionsWhy creating a "Safe to Try" process gets a team unstuck when you're chasing consensus and certaintyWhat a steady team cadence unlocks when everything around you feels like an emergencyThe instinct nearly every high performer has to unlearn before they can build a team that thrivesABOUT MY GUEST:Karina Mangu-Ward is a partner at August Public, an organizational change consultancy that helps large, complex organizations build more human-centered ways of working, whose clients include PepsiCo, Planned Parenthood, and Sundance. She's the author of Teams That Meet the Moment: 9 Practices for Unlocking Performance and Growth in Uncertain Times. Karina's passion is helping groups navigate complexity, gain insight, and unlock highly complex challenges.IMPORTANT LINKS:Full episode show notes: ChainOfLearning.com/78 Connect with Karina: linkedin.com/in/karina-mangu-ward Purchase a copy of Karina's book: Teams That Meet the MomentLearn more about Karina's company: aug.co Take the Team assessment: assessment.aug.co Follow me on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kbjanderson Subscribe to my newsletter: kbjanderson.com/newsletter Check out my website for resources and working together: KBJAnderson.com Join us on the Japan Leadership Experience: KBJAnderson.com/japantrip TIMESTAMPS FOR THIS EPISODE:03:01 Why great strategy still fails04:13 The hustle culture myth that's burning teams out05:20 Everyday habits drive extraordinary teams07:11 Meeting the moment in uncertain times09:13 The "Safe to Try" mindset that breaks gridlock11:18 Setting guardrails without limiting innovation12:06 Why small bets outperform big risks13:29 Unlearning the need to have the answer15:17 Why sticky practices beat complicated frameworks17:16 Simple retrospectives that strengthen learning20:19 The surprising cost of treating everything like an emergency22:09 Using "Even Over" to make better trade-offs25:28 Intention over reaction in decision-making30:32 When perfection becomes procrastination31:53 Why working in public accelerates learning34:22 The power of stories over instruction37:08 Intention + practice = better leadership39:14 What trade-off do you need to make?
Cathy and Todd continue their summer blockbusters series with Terminator 2: Judgment Day, James Cameron’s 1991 sci-fi action landmark that grossed $519 million on a then-record $102 million budget and won four Academy Awards. They cover the best behind-the-scenes stories, including how Billy Idol was originally cast as the T-1000 before a motorcycle accident took him out, how Edward Furlong was discovered at a Pasadena Boys and Girls Club with zero acting experience, and why Robert Patrick trained so relentlessly that he outran the insert car on the very first take of the mall chase scene. Subscribe to Cathy's weekly Zen Moment and upgrade to hear a weekly Zen Moment podcast hosted by Cathy and Todd! Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
In this episode of the Vibrant Living Podcast, I welcome Randy Wheeler, owner of Wheeler Coaching and Maxwell Leadership Certified DISC Consultant, for a conversation about the kind of leadership that has nothing to do with a title.Randy has trained thousands of leaders across the United States and developed leaders internationally. His conviction is simple: leadership is influence. And the women who insist they are not leaders are frequently the ones every room looks to.This conversation covers what it means to lead from values rather than obligation, why knowing what to say no to is as important as knowing what to say yes to, and how the most effective leaders protect their focus rather than their schedule. Randy and Donna also explore the danger of tying identity to performance, the power of having people in your life who can see your blind spots, and what it looks like to lead not from pressure but from peace.If you have ever minimized your influence or wondered whether what you do actually matters, this episode answers that question.More About RandyRandy Wheeler is the owner of Wheeler Coaching and helps individuals and teams enhance leadership, communication, and teamwork. He holds a Master's in Organizational Leadership and is a Maxwell Leadership Certified DISC Consultant and Working Genius Facilitator. As an Executive Program Leader with Maxwell Leadership, he combines expertise and resources to sharpen focus, clarify strategy, and drive results.For over a decade, Randy has trained thousands across the United States and developed leaders internationally in Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Argentina, and Panama.Website: leadwell.biz YouTube: youtube.com/@wheelercoaching LinkedIn: Randy WheelerEmail: randy@wheelercoachingsystems.comBooks by Randy Wheeler: When I Am AfraidLearn More About DonnaDonna Tashjian is a Destiny Activator, ordained minister, and creator of the Kingdom Spiritual Intelligence Method™, helping purpose-driven individuals move from confusion and fatigue into conviction, confidence, and divine alignment.Website: www.ivibrantliving.com
Feeling trapped by expectations, stress, or the pressure to fit in? Learn how to find freedom, authenticity, and joy by reconnecting with who you truly are.Most people spend their lives trying to meet external expectations instead of building a life that genuinely fulfills them.In this Personal Growth and Leadership Coaching episode of Coaching In Session, Michael Rearden sits down with Trevor Stevenson, leadership coach and founder of FUNdaMENtal, to explore how authenticity, vulnerability, and self-awareness can help people break free from societal pressure and live with more purpose and freedom.Trevor shares insights from over two decades of coaching and leadership experience, discussing the challenges of instant gratification, modern anxiety, and the loss of genuine connection in today's world. The conversation dives into relationships, personal growth, self-acceptance, and why true fulfillment comes from evolving your internal world—not chasing external validation.If you're wondering how to stop people-pleasing, how to become more authentic, or how to create more joy and freedom in your life, this episode gives you practical insights to help you reconnect with yourself and grow with intention.What You'll Learn from This Episode• How to find freedom through authenticity and self-awareness• Why societal expectations can disconnect you from yourself• The impact of instant gratification on happiness and fulfillment• How vulnerability strengthens leadership and relationships• Why community and support are essential for personal growth• How small steps toward self-acceptance create transformationKey Takeaways✅ Authenticity leads to deeper fulfillment and freedom✅ Self-discovery is a lifelong journey✅ Instant gratification can distract from meaningful experiences✅ Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness✅ Community and connection support personal growth✅ Self-love and acceptance reduce self-doubt✅ Growth requires intentional effort and awareness✅ Happiness is found in the journey, not the destination
After nearly three decades of public service, Shelby shares her experience navigating a Reduction in Force (RIF), the grief that follows career loss, and the challenge of rebuilding professional identity after an unexpected transition.In this candid coaching conversation, Belinda and Shelby explore what it means to process professional grief, move forward without bitterness, and build confidence in the face of uncertainty.They discuss leadership during difficult seasons, the importance of community, and why resilience often begins by remembering the challenges you've already survived.In this episode:Professional grief and career lossLeadership during personal transitionRebuilding confidence after a layoffIdentity shifts and reinventionCoaching, therapy, and resilienceFaith, community, and healingMoving from reflection to actionIf you're navigating a career transition, organizational change, retirement, or an unexpected life pivot, this conversation offers practical wisdom and encouragement for the road ahead.--------------------Our company, Grounded and Global Advisory, is pleased to offer a quarterly advisory retainer. For $275 per month (billed quarterly, with the option to renew each quarter), you'll receive:One 60-minute coaching session per monthPriority access to our calendarOne annual 90-minute strategic intensiveThis offer is for the person who knows what good advisory support feels like and doesn't want to lose it. Spots are limited. If you're interested, email us directly at hello@stirringsuccess.com, and we'll be in touch.Send us a comment!Support the showWe publish new episodes every other Wednesday.Subscribe to the Leadership Tea PodcastSubscribe to Leadership Tea on YouTube!Follow us on Instagram @Leadership_Tea for more inspiration and insights.
Cathy and Todd discuss Gladiator, released in 2000 and directed by Ridley Scott, it stars Russell Crowe as Maximus, a Roman general betrayed by the Emperor’s son Commodus, who murders his own father Marcus Aurelius to seize power, then orders the execution of Maximus and his entire family. Sold into slavery and forced into the arena, Maximus fights his way back to Rome for one purpose: vengeance. With a box office of $466 million, five Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Actor for Crowe, and a Hans Zimmer score that became one of the bestselling soundtracks of all time, the film didn’t just succeed, it reinvented an entire genre and inspired everything from HBO’s Rome to The Hunger Games. It’s filled with unforgettable lines like, “What we do in life echoes in eternity” and “Are you not entertained?”, and it happens to be one of Cathy’s all-time favorite movies. Subscribe to Cathy's weekly Zen Moment and upgrade to hear a weekly Zen Moment podcast hosted by Cathy and Todd! Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
Send us Fan MailThis week on Leave Your Mark EP 480, I sit down with Victor Hall, a leader, educator, and coach who has spent more than 25 years helping athletes, coaches, military personnel, and performance professionals reach their potential.Victor currently serves within the Education and Tactical divisions at EXOS, where he helps shape performance systems, coach development, and strategies focused on optimizing readiness, resilience, and long-term performance. His journey, however, began far from elite sport on a family farm in Northern California, where hard work, responsibility, and problem-solving were daily requirements.In this conversation, Victor shares how the loss of his family's farm shaped his perspective on adversity, the accidental path that led him into strength and conditioning, and the lessons he learned while developing from a quiet, introverted young coach into a respected leader within one of the most influential performance organizations in the world.We discuss:• Growing up on a family farm and the lessons that still guide his work today• The challenges of losing the family farm and rebuilding a new future• Finding strength and conditioning by accident• Learning to coach as an introvert• Building meaningful relationships with athletes and coaches• Leadership, management, and personal growth• The impact of parenthood on coaching philosophy• Working in tactical and military performance environments• Balancing career ambitions with family life• The importance of self-awareness and continuous growthVictor brings a thoughtful, grounded perspective to coaching and leadership that will resonate with anyone working in performance, education, sport, business, or life.Enjoy the conversation.If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success:www.ReconditioningHQ.comwww.FreePainGuide.com
Cathy and Todd continue their summer blockbusters series with Raiders of the Lost Ark, the George Lucas and Steven Spielberg collaboration born from a beach conversation in Hawaii, diving into the film’s origins, iconic casting (Tom Selleck almost got the role), and the chaotic Tunisia shoot where nearly the entire cast and crew got food poisoning. They rank history’s oddest movie titles, wrestle with the film’s deeply uncomfortable Marion subplot, and close out with why Raiders still holds up as a masterclass in humble heroism and why Indy wins in the end by simply closing his eyes. Subscribe to Cathy's weekly Zen Moment and upgrade to hear a weekly Zen Moment podcast hosted by Cathy and Todd! Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
What you'll learn in this episode: ● How to handle stress before it happens ● Why caring proactively strengthens trust and loyalty ● The difference between excuses and habits ● How to lead people who resist change ● The secret to consistency when motivation fades ● Why respecting challenges doesn't mean giving them power ● How to build a “pre-decision compass” for when life gets bumpy
Cathy and Todd kick off their summer blockbuster series with Top Gun (1986), directed by Tony Scott and produced by Simpson and Bruckheimer, which turned a $15 million budget into $357 million worldwide and made Tom Cruise a superstar. The episode covers the Scott brothers’ contrasting Hollywood legacies, the Navy’s behind-the-scenes script approval that reshaped the story, plus fun trivia like Cruise’s height-correcting boots and Meg Ryan secretly dating Anthony Edwards on set all while debating whether Iceman was the better pilot and whether Quentin Tarantino's theory about the subtext is correct. Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World
Cathy and Todd kick off their summer blockbuster series with Top Gun (1986), directed by Tony Scott and produced by Simpson and Bruckheimer, which turned a $15 million budget into $357 million worldwide and made Tom Cruise a superstar. The episode covers the Scott brothers’ contrasting Hollywood legacies, the Navy’s behind-the-scenes script approval that reshaped the story, plus fun trivia like Cruise’s height-correcting boots and Meg Ryan secretly dating Anthony Edwards on set all while debating whether Iceman was the better pilot and whether Quentin Tarantino's theory about the subtext is correct. Some Ways to Support Us Sign up for Cathy's Substack Order Restoring our Girls Links shared in this episode: For the full show notes, visit zenpopparenting.com. This week's sponsor(s): Avid Co DuPage County Area Decorating, Painting, Remodeling by Avid Co includes kitchens, basements, bathrooms, flooring, tiling, fire and flood restoration. MenLiving – A virtual and in-person community of guys connecting deeply and living fully. No requirements, no creeds, no gurus, no judgements Todd Adams Life & Leadership Coaching for Guys Other Ways to Support Us Follow us on social media Instagram YouTube Facebook Buy and leave a review for Cathy’s Book Zen Parenting: Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World