Podcasts about leadership culture

What does it take to build a winning basketball program? In this episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast, I sit down with Blaine Wright, head coach of the Columbia High School Boys Basketball program in Nampa, Idaho, for a powerful conversation on leadership, culture, accountability, and building something bigger than basketball. Coach Wright shares how Columbia Basketball has created a culture centered around "oneness," belief, trust, love, and buy-in from players, coaches, parents, and the community. This conversation goes far beyond X's and O's. It is about what real leadership looks like when you care about the people you lead while still holding them to a high standard. Blaine talks about growing up in Shelley, Idaho, competing as a multi-sport athlete, getting married young, learning responsibility early, and how those experiences helped shape the coach and leader he is today. He also shares what he has learned from winning programs, why leadership is relationships, and why every player matters — including the players who may not get many minutes on the court. We also dive into the rise of Columbia Boys Basketball, the energy around the program, the power of community support, the "Man in the Arena" award, the importance of selfless leadership, and what it means to build a culture where players truly believe in each other. If you are a coach, athlete, parent, business leader, teacher, or someone who cares about leadership and team culture, this episode is for you. In this episode, we discuss: How Coach Blaine Wright helped build a winning culture at Columbia High School Why "oneness" has become the heartbeat of Columbia Basketball How love and accountability can work together in leadership Why winning is a skill that must be taught The importance of multi-sport athletes in high school sports Why every player needs to feel valued, even if they are not the star How business leadership and basketball coaching overlap What today's young athletes are facing off the court Why selfless leadership matters in sports, business, and life What Columbia Basketball is building for the future This is one of those conversations that reminds us why sports matter. It is not just about wins, trophies, or stat sheets. It is about people, culture, relationships, and helping young athletes become better men. Subscribe to The Gametime Guru Podcast for more conversations with coaches, athletes, sports figures, and leaders who help us see sports through a different lens.

When Tricia Griffith joined Progressive in 1988 as an entry-level claims representative, her job often required crawling under cars to assess damage. Decades later, she remains committed to doing whatever is required as she leads one of the largest and most successful property and casualty insurers in the country. In fact, she still plays an active role in onboarding new employees at every level of the organization.rnrnProgressive's growth has been fueled not only by its recognizable brand and memorable advertising-Flo, Dr. Rick, and an additional cast of characters-but by a deeply intentional approach to company culture for which it recently earned the #1 spot on The Forbes America's Best Employers for Company Culture list. The same values that shape Progressive's public presence guide how the company recruits, develops, and empowers its people. Since 2016, Progressive has doubled its market share of the U.S. auto insurance market, growing to more than 18 percent and generating over $81 billion in earned premium, a testament to a culture that treats its workforce as a strategic advantage rather than a cost center.rnrnBefore becoming CEO, Griffith held several key executive positions including leading human resources for the insurer, giving her a leadership perspective shaped as much by talent development and organizational design as by operations and strategy. In this year's Leadership for the Greater Good forum, she joins us to reflect on what it takes to lead at scale without losing sight of the individuals who make growth possible.

In this episode of the That's Just Good Podcast, we sit down with Gene Mance Jr., Chief of Staff for AT&T Business, to explore how leadership, workplace culture, and corporate social responsibility intersect inside one of the world's largest business organizations. Gene shares insights from helping support AT&T Business, a global organization serving millions of customers and nearly every Fortune 1000 company. Beyond operations and strategy, Gene has built a reputation for advancing talent development, employee engagement, workplace culture, and community impact at scale. In this conversation, we discuss: • Corporate social responsibility and social impact leadership • Workplace culture and employee engagement • Talent development and leadership strategy • Community impact initiatives at AT&T • Bridging business goals with community investment • Digital equity and closing the digital divide • How executives can lead with both performance and purpose Gene also shares his work co-chairing the AT&T Believes Council, supporting homeless service providers, and helping address social and economic disparities across North Texas. If you're interested in leadership, corporate culture, professional development, CSR strategy, or how large companies can create meaningful community impact, this episode delivers valuable perspective from a leader operating at the highest levels of business and influence.

Donna Hicks spent three decades at the world's hardest conflict tables and found one hidden injury beneath them all: a violation of human dignity. From the Middle East to Northern Ireland, she watched negotiations stall not over policy, but over something no one in the room had named. This episode is the word that changed everything, and the model she built around it.Dr Donna Hicks, author of Leading with Dignity and Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University, spent her career as a third party in unofficial diplomacy across the Middle East, Sri Lanka, Colombia and Northern Ireland. She co-facilitated the BBC series Facing the Truth alongside Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and her earlier book, Dignity, reshaped how the world understands conflict, connection and leadership. This one runs close to home for me. As a young boy from a Pied-Noir family — French people of European origin who had left Algeria after its independence — newly arrived in Nice, I was once told by a schoolmate to “get out of here.” I came home devastated. My father's answer, that I should be proud of where I came from and that I had something real to give, was dignity restored long before either of us had a word for it.In our conversation, we explore: → Why respect is earned but dignity is not, and how leaders who confuse the two quietly damage their teams → The ten elements of dignity, and the single one that 80% of employees say is violated most at work → What happened when the BBC sat victims and perpetrators face to face, and why healing did not require forgiveness → Why Donna now teaches dignity to eight-year-olds, and her advice to young leaders entering a harder world → Mandela consciousness: the three connections that rebuild dignity in any team, family or boardroom"I don't believe we need to find common ground. I believe we need to find higher ground." - Dr Donna Hicks, Harvard UniversityIf you have ever watched a meeting derail over something that was never really about the agenda, this conversation hands you the missing word, and a practical model for what to do next.

Send us a MessageIn this episode of Culture Change RX, Sue Tetzlaff explores a simple but powerful truth: leadership is hard — but the experience of that “hard” can look very different depending on how leaders connect to their work.Inspired by watching the intensity and passion of NHL playoff hockey, Sue draws a compelling parallel between athletes who embrace the difficulty of the game because they love it — and leaders who either thrive or burn out based on their connection to purpose and meaning.Sue contrasts transactional leadership (“I have to”) with transformational leadership (“I get to”), highlighting how the same responsibilities can feel either draining or energizing depending on mindset and connection to purpose.This episode is a powerful reminder that leadership isn't just about what you do — it's about how you experience the work and the energy you bring to it.If leadership in your organization feels heavy instead of meaningful, Capstone can help. Start with a conversation about how to re-energize your leadership team and strengthen your culture: CapstoneLeadership.net/Contact-UsWe're stepping forward in a bigger way—growing our team of rural healthcare experts, growing our capabilities by adding a strategic planning division … all of this so we can expand our ability to help even more rural hospitals and other small healthcare organizations in 2026. … We'd love to explore how we can support your organization in being the provider- and employer-of-choice so you can keep care local and margins strong! Learn more at CaptoneLeadership.netHi! I'm Sue Tetzlaff. I'm a culture and execution strategist for small and rural healthcare organizations - helping them to be the provider and employer-of-choice so they can keep care local and margins strong.For decades, I've worked with healthcare organizations to navigate the people-side of healthcare, the part that can make or break your results. What I've learned is this: culture is not a soft thing. It's the hardest thing, and it determines everything.When you're ready to take your culture to the next level, here are three ways I can help you:1. Listen to the Culture Change RX PodcastEvery week, I share conversations with leaders who are transforming healthcare workplaces and strategies for keeping teams engaged, patients loyal, and margins healthy. 2. Subscribe to our Email NewsletterGet practical tips, frameworks, and leadership tools delivered right to your inbox—plus exclusive content you won't find on the podcast.

In this first episode of the Women Talk Wealth podcast, Cris Abellar, Private Wealth Adviser and Partner at Stanford Brown speaks with Emma Woolley, Chief of Partners and Head of Private Office Advisory at Hall & Wilcox, about leadership in a complex and evolving professional landscape. Emma emphasises organisational culture as the foundation for success, highlighting how incentivising collaboration fosters trust, reduces silos, and encourages openness around mistakes. The discussion also covers the importance of deliberate action to achieve meaningful diversity, including leadership targets and supportive workplace initiatives such as supporting career transitions and parental leave programs. Looking ahead, Emma notes that leaders must stay curious and adaptable to navigate disruption and emerging technologies like AI.   Music provided by: Autumn Trumpet Background Corporate by LesFM | https://lesfm.net/ Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

In this episode of FWRD, Erick Jauregui sits down with the leadership team from Reeder Trausch Marine to explore what it takes to build a high-growth dealership without losing sight of culture. From humble beginnings to multi-location success, the team shares how strong leadership, clear communication, and unwavering standards have fueled their growth.The conversation dives into the importance of maintaining a family-first culture, developing leaders from within, and creating consistent, customer-focused processes across every department. The team also discusses innovation in the marine space—from training and technology to new customer experience initiatives like boating education and concierge-style services.Listeners will gain insight into how Reeder Trausch Marine continues to evolve while staying grounded in its core values, and how intentional leadership, accountability, and investment in people can drive both performance and long-term success.

In this episode of the Millionaire Car Salesman Podcast, LA Williams sits down with respected automotive leader Milt Whitesides from SS Auto and Cycle Brokers for a conversation that goes far beyond selling cars. What actually separates average dealerships from elite-performing stores? Is it inventory, traffic, advertising, or is it something much deeper happening inside the culture, leadership, and daily habits of the dealership itself? "Average never creates extraordinary." – LA Williams With decades of experience leading high-performing dealerships, building winning teams, and transforming store operations, Milt shares powerful insight into the mindset, structure, and discipline required to create long-term dealership success. "Serve your team, serve your leaders, and serve your guests. That's what makes the big difference." – Milt Whitesides This episode explores why leadership matters more than ever in today's automotive industry, how process consistency impacts profitability, and why culture is often the hidden factor behind both dealership growth and dealership failure. Without giving away the full blueprint, LA and Milt touch on the power of accountability, communication, relationship-building, inventory strategy, and the shift from traditional dealership operations to a more modern, intentional approach. "Mindset creates everything. If you think you're a 40-car-a-day store, you're a 40-car-a-day store." – Milt Whitesides If you're a dealer principal, GM, manager, or automotive professional looking to elevate your dealership beyond average performance, this episode will challenge the way you think about leadership, culture, and operational excellence. Remember, the great dealerships are not built by accident. They are built by intention!   Key Takeaways: ✅ The transformation from average to elite dealership performance hinges on a disciplined approach to leadership, process execution, and fostering a positive culture. ✅ Building strong customer relationships should be prioritized over traditional, transactional approaches, integrating service-minded principles throughout the dealership. ✅ Setting and sticking to systematic daily habits, such as the 'morning five,' can substantially impact personal and professional growth within the automotive industry. ✅ Developing a comprehensive acquisition strategy that goes beyond relying on auctions is crucial for sustainable used-car inventory management. ✅ Fostering a service-oriented culture requires ongoing mentorship, relationship building, and aligning everyday activities with overarching dealership goals.   About Milt Whitesides Milt Whitesides, a seasoned veteran in the automotive industry with over 35 years of experience, has held pivotal roles such as General Sales Manager, General Manager, and Managing Partner. He is renowned for his expertise in dealership leadership, culture development, and volume enhancement. His innovative strategies have been recognized with numerous accolades, including awards from FCA Stellantis, Mitsubishi, and Subaru. Milt's leadership at Sanderson Ford has been instrumental in achieving a groundbreaking sale of 734 units, making him a leading authority on high-performance dealership operations.      Unlocking Success in Car Sales: The Importance of Leadership, Culture, and Execution   Key Takeaways Transformational leadership and culture are essential for high-performing car dealerships. Successful execution in car sales relies heavily on systems that save stress, time, energy, and money. Effective team building and relationship management directly impact dealership performance and culture.   Transformational Leadership: Driving Change in Car Dealerships In the rapidly evolving automotive industry, old-school tactics are being replaced by transformational leadership, emphasizing relationship building over intimidation and fear. "They just used to beat it into us, right? They just used fear and intimidation," reflects Milt Whitesides, shedding light on an outdated model no longer effective in today's market. Now, building relationships and demonstrating leadership by example are crucial. The shift highlights the need for leaders to engage directly and personally with their teams, showing team members that they're committed to the same goals and willing to "do any of the things that you're coaching, you're willing to do and show them how to do it." Such engagement fosters a culture where employees aren't just workers, but integral parts of a larger vision, contributing significantly to the dealership's overall success.   Systematic Execution: Creating a Blueprint for Success Systems in car sales aren't just about maintaining order; they're about creating consistent, scalable success. As LA Williams aptly states, "Systems save you stress, time, energy, and money." This philosophy highlights the necessity for dealerships to adopt robust processes that ensure every member of the team understands their role and the steps needed to achieve their goals. Incorporating structured training programs for both sales staff and managers ensures everyone is equipped with the skills and knowledge needed for their roles. Milt Whitesides emphasizes the importance of thorough, hands-on training, stating, "We're coaching, we're training, we're mentoring, we're motivating, we're inspiring." This comprehensive approach ensures that processes are not just guidelines, but actionable, effective strategies that elevate performance across the board. The execution of such systems inevitably leads to improved sales outcomes, as demonstrated by dealerships achieving extraordinary sales figures, like 734 units. This level of performance isn't accidental; it's the result of consistent application of systems and processes designed to optimize every facet of sales operations.   Relationship Building: Fostering a Culture of Excellence The success of a dealership heavily depends on the relationships forged within its walls. Whitesides elaborates on the transition from a transactional mindset to one focusing on relationships, not just with customers, but within teams as well. "For me, it's about relationships now," he states, indicating a paradigm shift necessary in modern dealerships. To bridge the gap between average and exceptional, Whitesides suggests serving the team members and customers becomes the priority. "You serve them," he advises, underscoring how an attitude of service permeates every interaction, creating a cohesive and motivated workforce. This approach yields a twofold benefit — it enhances customer experience and bolsters internal morale, aligning everyone's efforts towards achieving common goals. The implications of such relationship-focused efforts are manifold. Dealerships become welcoming environments where employees thrive, leading to higher customer satisfaction and, ultimately, increased profitability and market share. In the dynamic world of automotive sales, success hinges on effective leadership, rigorous execution of systems, and strong relationship management. By shifting towards transformational leadership, instilling systematic execution through training, and fostering a culture where relationships are prioritized, dealerships can achieve unprecedented success. Embracing these changes positions them to not only compete but excel in a market where customer expectations and competitive pressures are continually rising. Such strategic realignment and commitment to innovation can transform dealerships into industry leaders.      Resources + Our Proud Sponsors:   ➼ The Millionaire Car Salesman Facebook Group: Join the #1 Automotive Sales Mastermind Facebook Group with over 29,000 automotive professionals worldwide. The Millionaire Car Salesman Facebook Group is the go-to community for car salespeople, BDC agents, sales managers, general managers, and dealer principals looking to increase performance, income, and leadership skills. Inside the group, members collaborate daily on automotive sales strategies, lead handling, phone scripts, closing techniques, CRM best practices, dealership leadership, and accountability systems. Learn directly from top automotive trainers, industry mentors, and high-performing sales leaders who are actively winning in today's market. If you're serious about growing your automotive career, increasing car sales, and building long-term success, join The Millionaire Car Salesman Facebook Group today! ➼ Dealer Synergy: Dealer Synergy is the automotive industry's #1 Sales Training, Consulting, and Accountability Firm, with over 20 years of proven dealership success nationwide. We specialize in helping car dealerships increase sales, improve processes, and build high-performing Sales, Internet, and BDC departments from the ground up. Our expertise includes automotive phone scripts, rebuttals, CRM action plans, lead handling strategies, BDC workflows, Internet sales processes, management training, and accountability systems. Dealer Synergy partners directly with dealership leadership to align people, process, and technology, ensuring consistent results and scalable growth. From independent dealers to large dealer groups and OEM partnerships, Dealer Synergy delivers measurable performance improvements, stronger teams, and sustainable profitability. ➼ Bradley On Demand: Bradley On Demand is the automotive industry's most advanced interactive training, tracking, testing, and certification platform for car dealerships — built to develop top-performing teams across Sales, Internet Sales, BDC, CRM, Phone Skills, Leadership, and Management. In addition to LIVE virtual automotive training classes and a library of 9,000+ on-demand dealership training modules, Bradley On Demand now includes AI Phone Roleplaying and Coaching to help salespeople and BDC agents practice real dealership conversations before they ever get on the phone with customers. This AI-powered roleplay technology strengthens phone scripts, objection handling, appointment setting, lead follow-up, and closing skills, while providing measurable coaching feedback for continuous improvement. Bradley On Demand empowers dealerships to train faster, coach smarter, improve call performance, increase closing ratios, and sell more cars more profitably — all through structured, trackable, modern automotive training.

On this episode of the Insurance Coffee House, Nick Hoadley is joined by Nicola Nairn, Group Head of HR at Lancashire Insurance Group, a global specialty insurance and reinsurance business operating across London, Bermuda, the US, and Australia.Nicola shares her career journey into HR, starting on the trading floor at Morgan Stanley before moving into asset management and eventually transitioning into human resources. She reflects on how an unplanned move into HR led to a long-term career in reward and, later, broader HR leadership, bringing a strong commercial lens to people strategy.The conversation explores how Lancashire has grown from around 300 to 450 employees in recent years, and how the focus has now shifted from expansion to optimising the structure, effectiveness, and development of the organisation. Nicola explains how this creates opportunities to focus more deeply on talent, mobility, and long-term capability building across the business.Nick and Nicola discuss practical approaches to talent development, including identifying high-potential and high-performing individuals, building internal mobility, and combining external training with internal initiatives such as mentoring and knowledge-sharing programmes. Nicola outlines how creating visibility across the business helps employees better understand opportunities beyond their immediate roles.The episode also looks closely at culture. Nicola shares how Lancashire maintains a consistent culture across geographies while allowing for local differences, and explains why common sense and common decency are the foundations of the organisation's approach to hiring and leadership. She emphasises the importance of hiring for both capability and character, and treating recruitment as a two-way process.They also discuss hiring practices, working with search partners, and the gradual introduction of technology such as applicant tracking systems to improve hiring processes and data visibility. Nicola highlights the importance of investing time upfront with recruitment partners to ensure alignment on role requirements and culture.The conversation closes with practical advice for candidates and HR professionals, including the importance of authenticity in interviews, taking the time to understand motivations, and recognising that career paths do not need to be linear. Nicola also shares a simple but consistent lesson from her career: spend more time listening than talking, and stay open-minded.This episode offers a grounded view of how people and culture strategy is evolving within insurance, and how organisations can build strong teams by focusing on development, clarity, and cultural alignment.Connect with Nicola Nairn on LinkedIn to follow her work across HR leadership, talent development, and organisational culture.The Insurance Coffee House Podcast is brought to you by Insurance Search.We are a global Insurance Executive Search Consultancy, supporting Insurance and Insurtech businesses to attract and retain the very best insurance talent.Find out more about showcasing your employer brand as a guest on the Insurance Coffee House Podcast or sign up to our News and Insights.Or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram.Insurance Executive Search Consultants in USA, London and Bermuda.Copyright Insurance Search 2025 - All Rights Reserved.

In this episode of The Crossman Conversation, John Crossman interviews Spectra Management President John de Armas about entrepreneurship, purpose-driven leadership, and the mindset required to succeed at the highest levels. They explore the role of culture, sacrifice, and vision in building meaningful careers and why “there is no balance, only purpose.” A powerful conversation for young professionals and leaders ready to think bigger and act with intention.

Well before she co-authored the book, The Sixth Level, Rachel Wallis Andreasson helped her family's business, Wallis Companies, with two major acquisitions that doubled its headcount. She created and implemented processes that dramatically reduced turnover and increased post-deal success. The principal of the Sixth Level Collaborative and Wallis Companies Shareholder has taken those lessons and turned them into strategies and techniques leaders can use to support sustainable and profitable organizations. On the podcast, she talks about her leadership journey, her M&A experience, and how principles such as connection and care are foundational to creating a workplace culture that no one wants to leave.

Andy Storch speaks with Johanna Hummer, VP of Global People Success at Opella, about building a new company culture after its spin-off from Sanofi.They explore the challenges and opportunities of transformation, the importance of leadership and well-being, and how Opella is evolving its talent and learning strategies. Johanna also shares her passion for developing young and female leaders in today's workplace.You'll gain practical insights on navigating large-scale change, fostering an inclusive culture, and preparing teams for the future of work. Whether you're a leader or an individual contributor, this conversation offers valuable takeaways to support your growth.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.Connect with Johanna Hummer: LinkedIn

In this conversation, Minter Dial welcomes transformational leadership expert Scott Burgmeyer, co-CEO of the Become More Group and co-author of several impactful books on organizational growth and effectiveness. Together, they unpack the journey behind the Become More Group's formation, the philosophy driving its evolution, and the intersection of operational rigor with human-centric leadership. Scott Burgmeyer shares hard-earned insights from decades of working with teams and executives: from the art of co-writing books and managing creative egos, to the real-world challenges leaders face in balancing curiosity with having a backbone. The discussion delves into the nuances of feedback, the importance of recognizing and addressing self-imposed barriers, and the delicate act of creating cultures that blend authenticity with performance. Minter and Scott explore how leaders can truly engage high-performers, navigate shifting boundaries around personal and professional identities, and why deep thinking—and even deeper conversation—are more crucial than ever in today's business climate. Scott also introduces the concept of a Chief Optimization Officer, the vital (and often missing) role in driving sustained organizational improvement. If you're leading a team, wrestling with organizational change, or striving to build more honest and effective relationships at work, this episode is filled with real talk, relatable frameworks, and actionable guidance. Tune in as Minter Dial and Scott Burgmeyer challenge the status quo, offering practical wisdom for anyone aiming to help themselves or their organization “become more.”

Send us Fan MailWhat does it actually look like to live and lead in right relationship?In this final episode of season 10, The UpLevel Podcast brings together two leaders who have been deeply embedded in this work, both in conversation and in real-time practice.Over the past 15 months, we've explored right relationship across industries, identities, and lived experiences. It only felt right to close this chapter with Carlo Bos and Heather Davidson, whose partnership with UpLevel has become a living example of what right relationship can look like at scale.Carlo is a leadership development expert, executive coach, and former co-CEO of the Co-Active Training Institute, and Heather Davidson is an innovative learning and development leader and strategic problem solver with nearly two decades of experience across Google, Amazon, and GE.We'll explore what it means to lead from self-acceptance and courageous conviction while remaining open enough to be shaped by others. We look at how co-creation, trust, and shared purpose become the foundation for effective leadership—and how presence, mindset, and nervous system regulation influence every interaction.As we close this season on right relationship, this conversation becomes both a reflection and a bridge. A reflection of what we've been exploring together and a bridge into what's next. Listen now!In this episode, we'll explore:What right relationship looks like in real leadership practiceSelf-acceptance, conviction, and adaptability in leadershipCo-creation as a driver of performance and cultureDesigning relationships within complex organizationsLeadership in the age of artificial intelligenceThe role of mindset, presence, and nervous system regulationNavigating power, hierarchy, and disagreementBuilding trust and alignment at scaleStewardship and thinking in generations, not just outcomesDisclaimer: The views Heather Davidson shares in this conversation are her own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Google or any other current or former employer.About Carlo:Carlo Bos is a leadership development expert, executive coach, and former Co-CEO of the Co-Active Training Institute, where he led during a pivotal period of transformation from 2018 to 2023. Over the past 20 years, he has worked with executives across industries as an assessments expert, program designer, and master facilitator, building and scaling leadership programs that have reached thousands. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boscompanyleadershipcoach/About Heather:Heather Davidson is an innovative Learning and Development leader and strategic problem solver with nearly two decades of experience at Google, Amazon, and GE. She views leadership as the ultimate lever for business performance and specializes in translating complex strategy into behavioral change and measurable results. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-davidson-be-awesome/www.uplevelproductions.comhttps://www.instagram.com/uplevelproductions/https://www.linkedin.com/company/uplevelproductionscompanyhttps://www.facebook.com/uplevelproductionscompany

Good leadership in architecture has never been just about knowing how to design a building.Tory Winn, Principal and Co-Managing Director of Gensler's Atlanta office, has thought a lot about what it actually takes to lead well in this industry, and it comes down to people. How you build a team, how you show up for clients, how you bring someone along who's just starting out.In a conversation with Katie Cash, she talked about why Gensler still believes in getting people in the same room, what mentorship looks like when it's done right, and how firms can stay true to who they are even as the workforce changes around them. She also touched on AI, not as a threat to creativity, but as a tool that helps designers show clients what they're imagining before the words are even there.The throughline in everything she described? Leadership is less about having the answers and more about making sure the people around you feel like they're part of something.The firms that get that right, the ones that invest in culture, in connection, in the next generation, those are the ones doing the most interesting work.Connect with Tory WinnPrincipal & Co-Managing Director, Gensler Atlantahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tory-winn-ncidq-iida-97a087178/https://www.gensler.com/Connect with Katie:  https://smartegies.com/ Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts:We hope you're finding value in our AEC Marketing For Principals.  Your feedback is important to us and we'd love to hear from you. Here's how you can help.  Scroll to the bottom, rate our podcast with five stars, and select “Write a Review.”  Let us know what you found most helpful from this episode!  And if you haven't done so already, give the podcast a follow, and you'll be notified when new episodes come out.

Morgan Scalley Talkin' Spring FB, New Era w/ Utes, Leadership/Culture + more

Morgan Scalley Talkin' Spring FB, New Era w/ Utes, Leadership/Culture + more

Morgan Scalley Talkin' Spring FB, New Era w/ Utes, Leadership/Culture + more

Jason Wild, an author, strategist, and former leader at Salesforce, IBM, and Microsoft, addresses misconceptions around what innovation is and isn't and the way leadership can help or hinder it, creating culture, the as-of-yet unmet promise of AI, the ABC's inside of organizations, how a creative intern at the Waldorf Astoria saved a ton of money and time with a creative solution to an abstract problem, identifying who the customer REALLY is and what you're REALLY selling, and the strangely important lessons he learned from being a child actor.

Anyone can hold a title. The leaders people actually follow — the ones people go to the wall for — earn something that no org chart can give them. In this second and final part of Jamie conversation with Matt Whitehead, Chief Ancillary Officer at Your Health, the discussion moves from the mechanics of leadership into its soul. What does it actually take to make someone trust you? How do you build other leaders without fearing they'll surpass you? And when the blame starts flying, what does a healthy culture do instead? In this episode: The hospice house story — what it means when your leader takes off their dress shirt and slings furniture alongside you in the South Carolina heat Why you should never want to be the smartest person in the room — and what it signals when a leader does How Matt builds future leaders by putting them in every room, every meeting, and every hard conversation — before they need to be there The critical difference between blame (which looks backward) and accountability (which looks forward) What Matt wants people to say about him when it's all over — and why treating the janitor the same as the CEO isn't cliché, it's the whole thing This is the episode for leaders who are willing to ask themselves the harder question: not "am I good at this?" — but "who am I becoming?" www.YourHealth.Org

The Bottleneck Tax The average CEO of a $10M+ company spends nearly 60% of their time on decisions their team should be able to make. High-income leaders may unknowingly be paying a six-figure penalty for a culture that depends on them to think. Firefighting feels productive, but it replaces architecture. The Five Hidden Costs of Reactive Leadership 1. The Addition Spiral Adding people, meetings, systems, and process instead of solving at the source. Growth in headcount does not guarantee growth in profitability. 2. The Symptom Loop Solving recurring issues without addressing root causes. Short-term fixes create long-term repetition. 3. Thinking Debt Postponing strategic thinking “until things calm down.” Reactive decisions create 3–5 more decisions later. 4. Innovation Blindness When you focus only on urgent fires, you miss strategic opportunities. Competitors capture ground while you stay busy. 5. Team Dependency Each time you solve a problem for your team, you train them not to solve it themselves. Execution without thinking prevents scale. The Compounding Effect These five costs do not operate independently. They reinforce one another: Dependency increases reactivity Reactivity increases complexity Complexity increases symptom loops Symptom loops increase thinking debt Thinking debt eliminates strategic space But the cycle can reverse. When leaders build thinking capability across the organization: Decision volume drops Strategic time increases Fires reduce Innovation expands Teams operate independently Key Leadership Insight The highest form of leadership is not being the smartest person in the room. It is building a room full of people who know how to think. When thinking becomes cultural, leaders regain the capacity to work on what only they can do. Resources Reserve your copy of Think First at: deliberatedirections.com/thinkfirst Think First

Most organizations take their best performer, hand them a title, and call it a promotion. What they don't tell that person is that everything that made them great at their job is now working against them. In this first installment of a two-part conversation, Jamie sits down with Matt Whitehead — Chief Ancillary Officer at Your Health — to explore one of the most overlooked transitions in healthcare leadership: the shift from being an exceptional doer to becoming a leader others will actually follow. In this episode: Why the moment Matt stepped into his first nursing home administrator role cracked the foundation of everything he thought he knew about leadership The dangerous myth that new leaders walk in as "instant experts" — and how that belief causes their teams to start managing them Why the dopamine hit of checking things off a to-do list disappears in leadership, and what you have to build to replace it How to delegate without losing your mind — and why being crystal clear on outcomes matters more than anything else Why conflict is never a problem to be eliminated — it's information to be used This episode is for every high-performer who has stepped into a leadership role and felt the ground shift beneath them. You're not alone — and it's not a flaw. It's the beginning. www.YourHealth.Org

Most companies overlook a crucial factor in mastering AI-driven change: the human side. In this episode, Anna, Chief People and Culture Officer at Mentimeter, reveals how fostering curiosity, humility, and leadership agility is the real secret to thriving in a fast-evolving digital landscape. She shares surprising insights from her journey—from pivoting into HR, leading with heart and bravery, to reimagining education for the future of work.

What if the most powerful clinical tool in healthcare wasn't a drug, a device, or a data platform — but a word? In this episode of Experiencing Healthcare, Jamie and Matt have a conversation that starts with Disney World germs and ends with something that will change the way you lead your team tomorrow. They unpack the idea of Intentional Positive Reinforcement — not the hollow "great job" you throw over your shoulder in the hallway, but the kind of deliberate, meaningful recognition that creates a ripple effect all the way to the patient's bedside. Matt shares what a dental hygienist taught him about doing things right, why a pair of clicking heels in a nursing home hallway was actually a leadership strategy, and what happens to a healthcare team that only ever hears what they're doing wrong. This is a conversation for the bedside nurse and the C-suite executive. For the credentialing specialist who never sees a patient and the clinical coordinator who sees dozens. Because in healthcare, everyone plays a role in the patient experience — and the way we lead people determines the care those people deliver. If you've ever wondered whether your words are adding to your team or subtracting from them, this episode is your answer.

Today's leaders are expected to do more with less — drive results, navigate constant change, and protect their teams from burnout. Hanna Bauer is helping them do exactly that. As Founder and CEO of HEARTnomics, Hanna equips leaders to achieve transformation through love and excellence — valuing people while delivering measurable performance. A former CEO, Board Chair, and Executive Director, she brings deep expertise in leadership systems, operational excellence, and culture strategy. In this conversation, she shares how leaders can strengthen culture, increase engagement, and thrive under pressure — without sacrificing themselves or their teams.

In today's minisode, Football coach and author Brian White shares essential leadership lessons on building winning cultures that apply far beyond the field. Brian breaks down why trust must flow both ways, from the individual entering a new organization and from the team itself, and reveals why assimilating into an existing culture before trying to change it is the key to lasting impact. Whether you're a sales leader establishing yourself in a new company, a manager building team cohesion, or a CRO creating a culture where people compete selfishly but give selflessly, this episode delivers actionable insights on peer leadership, the power of direct human engagement, and why the huddle is always more important than the position. Brian White is a veteran Division I football coach, Assistant Coach of the Year, and author of The Locker Room Is Not for Sale. Over 55 years in and around elite programs including Notre Dame, he has coached national champions, developed NFL talent including Heisman Trophy winner Ron Dayne, and built cultures grounded in respect, accountability, and the human touch. Resources mentioned: The Locker Room Is Not for Sale by Brian White The Qualified Sales Leader by John McMahon Want to know how top-performing organizations create a culture of consistent success? Check out Force Management's guide to the Predictable Revenue Framework:  https://hubs.li/Q03-T6NH0 Hosted by five-time CRO John McMahon and Force Management Co-Founder John Kaplan, the Revenue Builders podcast goes behind the scenes with the sales leaders who have been there, done that, and seen the results. This show is brought to you by Force Management. We help companies improve sales performance, executing their growth strategy at the point of sale. Connect with Us: LinkedInYouTubeForce Management

Further education sits under constant pressure, balancing funding constraints, public scrutiny, safeguarding responsibilities, and rising learner need. This conversation explores what leadership really looks like inside that reality, not in theory, but in day-to-day decisions that shape culture.I'm joined by Hayley Ross, Head of HR and Organisational Development at Salford City College Group, to talk about the emotional load leaders carry in vocational systems, where people care deeply about outcomes and responsibility doesn't end at the job description.Our discussion looks at culture as the result of small, consistent choices. From onboarding and workload management to accountability, values, and difficult conversations, Hayley shares how leadership teams can protect wellbeing while still delivering under sustained pressure.This episode is for anyone leading in complex systems, especially where the stakes are human and the margin for error is small.Highlights:(01:00) Why leadership decisions shape culture in further education(05:10) The emotional weight carried by leaders in mission-driven systems(09:30) How small operational choices influence wellbeing(14:00) Accountability, values, and difficult conversations(31:00) Pride, belonging, and what makes people stayTake the Aurora 360 Quiz: How Effective Is Your Company's Wellbeing Strategy? Click Here: https://aurorawellnessgroup.co.uk/aurora360quiz-podcast/Connect with us here:Website: https://aurorawellnessgroup.co.uk/Ngozi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ngozi-weller-aurora/Obehi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/obehi-alofoje-psychologist-aurora/Aurora Company Profile 2025Book a Call here: https://aurorawellnessgroup.co.uk/#book-meeting

Dr. Garland Vance is a leadership expert, author, and co-founder of AdVance Leadership. With more than 25 years of experience developing leaders, Garland is passionate about helping organizations build environments where every person experiences great leadership. His book Gettin' (un)Busy was named one of Forbes' “7 Books Everyone on Your Team Should Read” and earned the 2020 Author Elite Award for Best Business Book. Dorothy Wood Vance has spent over two decades empowering leaders to discover and maximize their strengths. As co-founder of AdVance Leadership, she has helped grow the company into one of the Top 20 Leadership Development Companies in America. Together, Dorothy and Garland equip leaders with practical tools to unlock potential, strengthen culture, and lead with authenticity.SHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of the Selling from the Heart Podcast, Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Dr. Garland Vance and Dorothy Wood Vance to explore the powerful concept of Unleashed Leadership. They discuss how leaders—and sales professionals—can become “leashed” when responsibilities outpace clarity, capacity, or alignment, and how addressing root leadership issues can unlock greater effectiveness and impact.Drawing from their book Unleashed Leadership, Garland and Dorothy outline seven key areas that often hold leaders back: character, competence, capacity, clarity, community, culture, and consistency. The conversation highlights why clarity is one of the biggest challenges leaders face and emphasizes that salespeople are leaders too—guiding clients toward meaningful outcomes without traditional authority. Packed with real-life examples and practical leadership insights, this episode delivers actionable strategies for anyone looking to lead and sell with heart. KEY TAKEAWAYSLeaders become “leashed” when expectations exceed clarity, capacity, or alignment.Seven core leadership challenges: Character, Competence, Capacity, Clarity, Community, Culture, and Consistency.Clarity is often the most common leadership gap—people need to know where they're going and why.Sales professionals are leaders because they guide clients toward a vision and better outcomes.HIGHLIGHT QUOTESLeaders become “leashed” when expectations exceed clarity, capacity, or alignment.Seven core leadership challenges: Character, Competence, Capacity, Clarity, Community, Culture, and Consistency.Clarity is often the most common leadership gap—people need to know where they're going and why.Sales professionals are leaders because they guide clients toward a vision and better outcomes.

You've built a remarkable career across the client, agency, and platform sides of the industry. Tell us about your journey,  what experiences most shaped the way you think about marketing and media today?You've said you love bringing together talented teams, technology, and a culture of empathy and action. What does it take to build the next generation of media and marketing organizations in today's landscape?You've described retail media as the only media transaction where the objectives of buyer and seller are truly aligned. How do you see that alignment continuing to evolve as the space matures?You've led in environments ranging from startups to global organizations. How do you adapt your leadership approach to inspire innovation and keep teams focused on meaningful impact?What are you most excited about for the future both for retail media as a discipline and for what's ahead at Albertsons Media Collective?

Malcolm X Speaks: Selected Speeches and Statements. George Breitman, ed. w/Dorollo Nixon & Jesan Sorrells---00:00 Welcome and Introduction - Discussion of Malcolm X's speeches and Statements with Dorollo Nixon.02:00 "Black Revolution" by Malcolm X.06:30 The Literary Life of Malcolm X.08:43 Malcolm X's Impact on Leadership Culture.14:52 The Split in Black American Culture We All Live With.16:19 Separatist Movements in the United States of America.24:27 "The Ballot or the Bullet" by Malcolm X.30:23 Ballots, Bullets, and Black Lives Mattering: 60 Years on from Victory.35:55 Lack of Moral Force in Post-Modern Leadership.39:06 Heading to a Ukrainian War Rally.42:59 Leadership Gains Moral Authority from True Religion not from the Media.53:12 From Jerry Maguire to The Wire: It's Hard to "Sell" Revolution to Post-Modern Black Americans.55:34 "It is a Long Way from Heaven to Here." - Bubs, The Wire.01:04:04 Larry Bird and the 1988 NBA 3-Point Shootout.01:08:00 Malcolm X's Transformation with Orthodox Islam.01:12:55 "Mrs. Fani Lou Hamer" by Malcolm X.01:16:42 The Invisible Man Must Exit the Basement to Become Malcolm X.01:25:06 Leaders Change Requires Sacrifice.01:30:12 Leaders: Learn and Apply Wisdom from the Words of Malcolm X.01:33:03 Leadership Lessons from Malcolm X's Life and Work.01:39:53 Islam and House of Peace vs. House of War.01:42:38 Staying on the Leadership Path with Malcolm X's Speeches and Statements.---Opening theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!--- ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out HSCT Publishing at: https://www.hsctpublishing.com/.Check out LeadingKeys at: https://www.leadingkeys.com/Check out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/Contact HSCT for more information at 1-833-216-8296 to schedule a full DEMO of LeadingKeys with one of our team members.---Leadership ToolBox website: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/.Leadership ToolBox LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ldrshptlbx/.Leadership ToolBox YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leadershiptoolbox/videosLeadership ToolBox Twitter: https://twitter.com/ldrshptlbx.Leadership ToolBox IG: https://www.instagram.com/leadershiptoolboxus/.Leadership ToolBox FB: https://www.facebook.com/LdrshpTl

At SHOT Show 2026, I sat down with Joe Hamilton, CEO of Vortex Optics, for a conversation that goes way beyond optics, sales, or gear.Joe's journey started on the floor of his family's small retail shop in Wisconsin, long before the boardroom. That early exposure to people, service, and doing things the right way shaped what would become Vortex's defining edge: a relentless focus on human connection.In this After Dark episode, we dig into leadership, the Care Movement, and why people-first culture beats short-term efficiency every time. We talk about building trust, leading with purpose, and creating loyalty that can't be bought.This one's about heart, hustle, and human performance — the kind that actually lasts.Sit back and enjoy this After Dark conversation with Joe Hamilton, CEO of Vortex Optics, here on the Iron Sides Podcast.Timestamps:00:00 Intro04:38 Joe's Background11:49 Vortex Growth24:19 Leadership43:31 Efficiency vs People48:58 Customer First57:57 Hiring01:04:45 Scaling01:21:28 Caring Culture01:39:42 Family Business01:46:47 InnovationRed Dot Fitness Train Online: http://rdftrainonline.com/Online Membership (Full Access To All Programs & Virtual Coaching):https://www.reddotfitness.net/online-membershipVirtual Coaching:https://www.reddotfitness.net/virtual-coachingSelf-Guided Programs:https://www.reddotfitness.net/Self-Guided-Programs1Connect With Us:Website - https://ironsightspodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ironsightspodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/

What if the future of leadership is not about control, performance, or certainty but about surrender, trust, and belief?In this deeply soulful episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, Tobi sits down with global leadership strategist, keynote speaker, and Culture Partners Chief Strategy Officer Dr. Jessica Kriegel to explore what it truly means to lead from the inside out.Jessica is the co-author of the upcoming book Surrender to Lead and has advised Fortune 100 organisations around the world. Her work challenges conventional leadership thinking by focusing on one powerful truth: culture is not what we do, it is what we believe.Together, Tobi and Jessica delve into impostor syndrome, burnout, trust-based empowerment, and the internal shifts necessary to create cultures where people can truly flourish. This conversation is a profound invitation for leaders to let go of fear, release the need to control, and lead with courage, authenticity, and meaning.In this episode, you will discover:Why beliefs, not strategies, shape leadership cultureWhat surrender really means in leadership and lifeHow imposter syndrome can become a doorway to growthWhy burnout is a personal responsibility, not just a workplace problemHow the Shift Model helps leaders move from fear to empowermentWhat trust-based leadership looks like in actionHow storytelling and experience shape mindset and resultsThis episode is for leaders, founders, coaches, and change-makers who are ready to stop forcing outcomes and start leading with alignment.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Leadership Philosophy06:30 The Concept of Surrender in Leadership13:34 Shaping Beliefs Through Experience19:14 The Power of Storytelling in Leadership19:27 Ego vs. Love in Leadership21:50 Navigating Imposter Syndrome26:25 The Shift Model: From Fear to Empowerment31:04 The 'Yes, And' Philosophy34:39 Taking Accountability for Burnout38:46 Four Questions to Overcome Limiting BeliefsGuest ResourceWebsite: https://culturepartners.comYour transformation begins the moment you decide to look within.Let this book walk with you.

Send us a MessageIn this episode of Culture Change RX, Sue Tetzlaff, cofounder of Capstone Leadership Solutions, discusses the challenges and opportunities facing healthcare leaders as they enter a new year. She emphasizes the importance of reflection, the need for stronger systems, and the role of people systems in creating a sustainable and resilient healthcare environment. Sue outlines four essential systems that can help organizations continuously and successfully improve and grow, ultimately leading to a more confident and engaged workforce and a thriving organization. She invites healthcare executives to connect for further collaboration and support in achieving their goals for the year ahead.For executives of small or rural healthcare organizations -- schedule your complimentary series of systems discovery calls at CapstoneLeadership.net/Contact-UsLeaders in healthcare often reflect on the past year to identify what worked and what didn't.Healthcare executives desire relief, confidence, and measurable progress in their organizations.Investing in leadership, culture, and engagement leads to better outcomes for healthcare organizations.Good intentions alone are insufficient for meaningful change; systems must be in place.Change should feel manageable and coordinated, not constant and overwhelming.Experience and strategic support can help healthcare organizations navigate challenges effectively.We're stepping forward in a bigger way—growing our team of rural healthcare experts, growing our capabilities by adding a strategic planning division … all of this so we can expand our ability to help even more rural hospitals and other small healthcare organizations in 2026. … We'd love to explore how we can support your organization in being the provider- and employer-of-choice so you can keep care local and margins strong! Learn more at CaptoneLeadership.netHi! I'm Sue Tetzlaff. I'm a culture and execution strategist for small and rural healthcare organizations - helping them to be the provider and employer-of-choice so they can keep care local and margins strong.For decades, I've worked with healthcare organizations to navigate the people-side of healthcare, the part that can make or break your results. What I've learned is this: culture is not a soft thing. It's the hardest thing, and it determines everything.When you're ready to take your culture to the next level, here are three ways I can help you:1. Listen to the Culture Change RX PodcastEvery week, I share conversations with leaders who are transforming healthcare workplaces and strategies for keeping teams engaged, patients loyal, and margins healthy. 2. Subscribe to our Email NewsletterGet practical tips, frameworks, and leadership tools delivered right to your inbox—plus exclusive content you won't find on the podcast.

In this episode of the Your Health University Podcast, Jamie sits down with Matt Whitehead, Chief Ancillary Officer at Your Health, to unpack one of leadership's hardest realities: you rarely have all the information you want when decisions matter most.Drawing from decades of healthcare leadership experience, Matt explains how early decisions were driven almost entirely by gut, ethics, and urgency—long before real-time data existed. Together, they explore the balance between data and instinct, confidence and humility, decisiveness and recklessness.This conversation tackles real leadership tension: when waiting causes harm, when momentum matters more than perfection, and why doing nothing is often the most dangerous choice. Matt also shares a candid leadership failure, what it taught him, and how Your Health built a culture where mistakes are learning tools—not career-ending moments.If you lead people, teams, or systems—especially in healthcare—this episode reframes uncertainty not as a weakness, but as the proving ground of great leadership. www.YourHealth.Org

Send us a textClosing out the epsiodes for this mini series about Niche Investment Strategies Panel, this discussion dives into building company culture in an age of remote work and artificial intelligence.Panelists reveal how they maintain unity across distributed teams, lead by example, and balance innovation with discipline.Richard Wilson concludes with a warning: “AI can make you lazy or unstoppable — depending on how you use it.”A perfect finale for founders and investors shaping the next generation of leadership.This clip was taken from the Niche Investment Strategies Panel, filmed live at our Family Office Club Super Summit.To become part of our investor community — with 30 nationwide events a year, 10,000 registered investors, and 40 proprietary AI tools — visit https://FamilyOffices.com#Leadership #AI #TeamCulture #InvestorCommunity #FamilyOfficeClubhttps://familyoffices.com/

Hour 1 features a full lineup of guests as Stifel CEO Ron Kruszewski joins Tom Ackerman to discuss Indiana Hoosiers football, leadership, and Stifel's growing role in sports and the Olympics. SLU head coach Josh Schertz breaks down a dominant win, defensive accountability, and what it will take to stay sharp heading into a tough road test at VCU. The hour wraps with former St. Louis Blues defenseman Barret Jackman reflecting on toughness, Blues culture, his Hall of Fame induction, and the outlook for the current Blues roster.

What does modern leadership actually require—and why do toxic leaders continue to rise, even in companies that claim to value culture?In this episode of the Spartan Leadership Podcast, Josh Kosnick sits down with Lyndsay Dowd—former IBM executive, Harvard guest lecturer, bestselling author, and founder of Heartbeat for Hire—for a raw, honest conversation about leadership, power, burnout, and reinvention at any age.Lyndsay shares her personal leadership journey, the moment she was fired after 23 years in corporate leadership, and why that experience became the catalyst for building heart-led, high-performance cultures. Together, Josh and Lyndsay explore why top performers don't always make great leaders, how burnout is often a signal—not a weakness—and why leading with heart isn't soft, it's strategic.This episode is for leaders who are tired of performative culture talk and want leadership that actually works.Topics covered: • Why toxic leadership keeps getting rewarded • Power vs. responsibility in leadership • Reinventing yourself at any stage of life • Separating identity from title and performance • Burnout, trust, and psychological safety • What heart-led leadership really looks like in practice

It all comes back to the DNA.The firms that know who they are will know who to be.You can learn a lot about an investment firm by listening to what they say.Alt Goes Mainstream's AGM Originals Series - The DNA: Capturing Culture - is dedicated to capturing the DNA of a firm by listening to what they say.The first season of The DNA stars EQT. In Stockholm, at EQT's AIM this past summer, I sat down for conversations with nine EQT executives.Each executive came from different parts of the firm — and different parts of the world.Each had fascinating backgrounds and stories about how they ended up in private markets and worked to build EQT.But there was a single throughline threaded throughout all of the discussions: the consistency and frequency that each executive talked about the firm's mission, vision, culture, and values.That's why it all comes back to the DNA.Episode 2 features EQT's Jean Eric Salata.Jean Eric Salata is the Chairperson EQT Asia and Head of Private Capital Asia. Jean started the regional Asian private equity investment program for UK-based Baring Private Equity Partners Ltd in 1997 and later led the management buyout of this program in 2000 to establish BPEA as an independent Firm. He has since been responsible for the investment activity of BPEA until 2022, when the company joined forces with EQT and was renamed BPEA EQT.Prior to BPEA, Jean was a Director of Hong Kong-based AIG Global Investment Corporation (Asia) Ltd., the Asian private equity investment arm of AIG. Prior to that, Jean was the Executive Vice President of Finance of Shiu Wing Steel, a Hong Kong-based industrial concern, and prior to that a management consultant with Bain & Company based in Hong Kong, Sydney, and Boston.Jean holds a B.S. (Hons) in Finance and Economics from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated magna cum laude.Please enjoy this conversation with one of the industry's leaders in Jean Eric Salata.You can stream all the episodes on AGM's YouTube channel at AltGoesMainstreamAGM.Show Notes00:00 Introduction: The DNA of Firms00:34 Conversations with EQT Executives01:05 Jean Salata: Chairperson of EQT Asia01:32 Jean's Early Life and Career02:26 Journey to Asia03:28 Cultural Comparisons and Private Equity04:45 The Asian Private Equity Market05:09 Structural Alpha in Asia06:12 Shareholder Activism in Japan06:45 Liquidity in Indian Stock Market08:10 Evolution of BPEA's Strategy10:16 Challenges and Opportunities in Asia11:42 EQT's Partnership and Culture12:04 Building a Lasting Enterprise13:23 Industry Consolidation Trends14:54 Growth Opportunities in Asia15:24 Rebalancing Capital to Asia16:07 Underpenetration in Private Equity18:17 Family Businesses and Generational Change18:46 Wallenberg Heritage and EQT's Reputation20:02 Long-term Growth in Asia20:50 Mid-Market Growth Fund21:21 Exit Market in Asia23:01 Perceived vs. Actual Risk in Asia23:49 Thematic Investing and Value Creation24:32 Alpha in Asian Markets25:35 Intellectual Stimulation in Asia26:44 Leadership and Continuous Learning28:38 Motivation and Career Development31:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Happy Holidays! We're taking the week off from recording, so enjoy this replay about visionary leadership!!In this episode, Sharona and Boz interview Doug Wilson, principal of Avondale High School in Michigan, about his advice on implementing building-wide grading reform. This discussion touches on ways of being a visionary leader, how to move towards culture change around grades, and advice to administrators (and teachers!) on how to question our practices with an eye towards improving kids' learning. Join us for this fascinating conversation to move forward with grading reform.LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!Materials from Doug Wilson supporting Grading Reform (Google Folder Link)Building Thinking Classrooms, by Peter LiljedahlResourcesThe Center for Grading Reform - seeking to advance education in the United States by supporting effective grading reform at all levels through conferences, educational workshops, professional development, research and scholarship, influencing public policy, and community building.The Grading Conference - an annual, online conference exploring Alternative Grading in Higher Education & K-12.Some great resources to educate yourself about Alternative Grading:The Grading for Growth BlogThe Grading ConferenceThe Intentional Academia BlogRecommended Books on Alternative Grading:Grading for Growth, by Robert Talbert and David ClarkSpecifications Grading, by Linda Nilsen

In today's episode, Cal Hall of Fame QB and color analyst Mike Pawlawski talks with former Cal and NFL LB Scott Fujita on Leadership, Culture and Why This Moment at Cal Matters More Than Ever

In this episode, Jeff Freedman discusses building strong teams, balancing strategy with daily execution, and the habits that drive long term success for CEOs and senior leaders.

Is the ideal of priesthood stuck in the past? I love the saints—especially guys like St. John Vianney—but trying to imitate their circumstances can leave today's priests feeling defeated before they even begin. In this episode, Fr. Scott Traynor and I get honest about how different our world is now, and why that's not a problem to mourn but a mission to embrace. We talk about the heart of priesthood today: prayer, the sacraments, and investing deeply in a few people who can carry the Gospel into a culture that's drifting away from Christ. And here's the hope: renewal isn't about going backward. It's about priests doing what only they can do—celebrate, preach, shepherd—and unleashing the laity to live their mission with confidence. If you've ever felt the weight of expectations you can't live up to or wondered whether your parish can actually flourish in a secular age, this conversation will help you imagine a future filled with purpose and hope. 01:21 Meet Father Scott Traynor 04:34 The Legacy of St. John Vianney 10:51 Historical Context of Parish Life 21:25 Modern Parish Challenges and Solutions 31:49 The Role of the Parish Priest 37:07 The Power of Relationships in Evangelization 48:36 Building a Leadership Culture in Parishes 51:20 The Transmission of Faith in Parish Life 56:18 Practical Steps to Start Evangelizing 59:18 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Books mentioned in this podcast: * From Christendom to Apostolic Mission (https://www.amazon.com/Christendom-Apostolic-Mission-Pastoral-Strategies/dp/099887289X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2E2L8F8IOB42N&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.XqKmGIzYvYr-zvy0QndfgnMKCsZRmHDUNoxT0QFQ1VKN8K-x4U9-23N6FKaINctQRdcJ2Y-KVB1n9q_-02RXaQFu3JKj_D2UaFMsXio5iL8qHcWIkExs8O_RQWN2GNqJJz39d74ZuQZwV1PwrBCRnr1SVysF2YUXsfjFOua3ItA.pmztDhf-W2Kl7B86unRBY7RHm47SOnfQrSvoQv_tpHQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=christendom+to+apostolic+mission&qid=1761847022&sprefix=christendo%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1) * The Advantage (https://www.amazon.com/Advantage-Organizational-Health-Everything-Business/dp/0470941529/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3LV5AYGA5BPB9&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.pPRUd5gbTy8ZS0gf6wabwlOFgACN0bQpmLwoTMrIGmSTxCYoPY0FjrfPBh7aQszRjXrnAKRFtbcIpW1JsaWGItGIeOK3Av_DAj8r_SozPM-ObY_W38owgx6dxP1T2hRY9ii4K1ROXgI8mCVsA1Lut0j8Cc4rihJCQbZElVqY7QDmHdcIT5Uv5OV2Z4t25hb4XfBPUeKbBrlsKU9ypcRgYcxgqCBNHlBWm5z0CuFe63Q.uOxeU74PuOLrlcqUskPl52pIBpNgGtBEvA_pam_L1ns&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+advantage&qid=1761846981&sprefix=the+advantage%2Caps%2C132&sr=8-1) * The Parish as a School of Prayer (https://www.amazon.com/Parish-School-Prayer-Foundations-Evangelization/dp/0984379290/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xjrcQDgEMBWlxKjai4BRe8shADNgx-7FbNGjGs3CLz6nrw22ye0_9Nd70NsI2Rlx21YZOMT3aA1ZW2-z7UtEr2CTvs364_wDKSyhYxJ6m-WC-OPad6HSoln9JoNy6DJQEVz48d0Ahi3gne4nixa6FNY3UnNog9KOYdaTgHm70rEvTZPzbvwaZBOcqrM6uF7HhEWNOKfX0n8N4F0W-DP1mQ.PrK21-PNy3S5lKIt-Iz0KFRarRz4CyIT9M1NJmkB7rw&dib_tag=se&hvadid=598657698172&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9189219&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=11773289655691973530--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11773289655691973530&hvtargid=kwd-310940649083&hydadcr=8293_13544394&keywords=the+parish+as+a+school+of+prayer&mcid=b50e44803f3a31b880115cd37b4215b7&qid=1761846939&sr=8-1) For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/. A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)

What happens when the leader starts breaking down? In this episode, we peel back the curtain on personal struggles—how they affect your leadership, your vibe, and the people depending on you.We and Quan get real about burnout, pressure, therapy, and knowing when to walk away—from jobs, relationships, or even your own circle. It's a deep convo about growth, ego, and peace… all wrapped in sports breakdowns, fatherhood gems, and culture-shifting truths.We're stepping into a new season of Infamously Speaking. Less box scores, more life. Sports still lives here, but now it's the lens, not the limit.If you're a leader, a dad, a teammate, or someone fighting to stay grounded while leveling up — this one's for you.

This week's episode comes to you straight from the breathtaking mountains of Whitefish, Montana, where our recent Annual IMPACT Retreat reached an entirely new level of inspiration, depth, and energy. The room was electric, the ambience was inspiring, and the conversations were powerful. And today, I've got something incredibly special for you — a LIVE interview with one of my closest friends and one of the brightest minds in all of professional sports, Chris Young, better known as "CY." Chris isn't just the President of the Texas Rangers — he's a Princeton graduate, a 17- year professional baseball veteran, a Major League All-Star, and a World Series champion both as a player and as an executive. But beyond the titles, CY is one of the most thoughtful, grounded, humble, and high-performing leaders I know. I trained him for more than a decade through the ups, the downs, the injuries, the comebacks, and the championship moments. We've shared thousands of hours in the gym, countless conversations about mindset, family, excellence, adversity, and purpose… and to bring him to Whitefish this year was truly special. In this candid, emotional, and wisdom-filled conversation, CY opens up about his journey from Princeton to the Big Leagues to leading a world-class MLB organization. He talks about culture, leadership, adversity, mindset, fatherhood, and the exact values that have shaped his life and the Texas Rangers clubhouse. If you're a business owner, parent, athlete, coach, sports fan, or anyone striving to be a better leader, this episode is going to speak directly to your soul. What You'll Learn in This Episode: The core values CY built the Rangers organization around and how YOU can apply them to your team, business, or family. How to eliminate toxicity, reinforce standards, and lead people with clarity and accountability. Why baseball — and life — is a game of failure, and how resilience and self-belief can change everything. Powerful stories from CY's playing days, including injuries, comebacks, competition, and even a Major League brawl (This was funny!). Why your environment, your training partners, and your inner circle matter more than you think. CY's most emotional moment in baseball and the story of pitching the day after his father passed. Lessons on fatherhood, youth sports, and raising confident, grounded kids. How to create an environment where people outperform expectations and realize their dreams. WOW-o-WOW…Chris Young is the real deal—heart, humility, hunger, discipline, and leadership at the highest level. He's one of the rare ones, and I'm truly blessed to call him a friend. As you listen to this conversation, please take a moment to reflect on your own journey. Where can you elevate your leadership? Where can you strengthen your standards, sharpen your fundamentals, and get your mind right even more? This episode is pure jet fuel for the soul and a powerful reminder of what's possible when you lead with deep passion and purpose. If this episode moved you, inspired you, or fired you up, please share it with a teammate, a colleague, a fellow parent, or anyone who could use a dose of championship-level wisdom today. Please also drop over to Apple and give our IMPACT SHOW podcast a 5-star rating and write a review. It helps tremendously for our show to keep climbing the podcast ranks.. Don't forget to tag us on your social media at: IG: @ToddDurkin FB: @ToddDurkinFQ10   P.S. #1. JOBS AVAILABLE at IMPACT-X Performance (SAN DIEGO)!! (If you apply for any of the positions, please share in the Subject Line what role you are applying to): GENERAL MANAGER. This key position will be leading IXP-San Diego with Todd and have a key leadership role in building and growing our local brand. If you are serious about changing lives, great with customer service, and have leadership experience in health/fitness, sales, or a retail/customer service related- industry, please consider applying… (Fitness managerial experience is a Plus, but NOT mandatory) More Details / Apply Now HERE! Personal Trainer/Coach Positions. While we are not opening until February 2026, we are currently accepting applications as we prepare to Build a World-Class Team of Trainers starting in January 2026. If you are trainer/S&C coach who is looking for a great opportunity to change lives in San Diego, CA, now is your opportunity to be part of our team. I will be personally leading this group of coaches who will serve in both personal training AND large-group training roles. More Details / Apply Now Here! Stretch Therapists. We will have our signature hands-on "IMPACT Stretch Flow" sessions complimenting our training & recovery services. If you are already certified in FST or other stretch therapy (or you're a coach who wants to learn hands-on manual stretching of our clients/members), APPLY TODAY Massage Therapists. Massage therapy has been part of my fitness offerings since Day 1 over 25-years ago. And it's only MORE important now. We WILL have incredible Massage Therapy available at IXP-San Diego and we are exciting to share the power of touch. APPLY TODAY Directors of First Impressions. We love our "Directors of First Impressions" as they play a crucial role in setting the culture and offering extreme positivity, encouragement, and support to our clients/members. If you feel you could be a great addition to our San Diego location, please apply. APPLY TODAY Visit this page to get all the information or to APPLY today… HERE! P.S. #2. My "GOD-SIZED DREAMS System 2026" is NOW Available!!! Y'all know how powerful of a system this is if you are looking to DREAM BIG, PLAN out your BEST year yet, and work on your LIFE-goals. This is my specific and exacting system that I have used for over 15-years to keep my passion and purpose ALIGNED and stay on track with what you really want to create and manifest in your life. The God-Sized Dreams System is broken down into 2 different products: 1. The Annual Strategic Planner. This is a MUST-DO if you want to maximize your success in 2026. These are my must-answer, deep questions that are broken into "10" categories. The first 3-sections are MANDATORY… The last 7-sections are "Bonus" sections" if you would like to complete the entire system. There are no if's, and's, or but's about it….This is a MUST-HAVE!!! Additionally, this year, the Annual Strategic Planner (A.S.P.) is completely digital so you will get immediately upon ordering. ORDER NOW! 2. The Monthly & Weekly Scheduler & Calendar. I personally can't live WITHOUT this. It contains the following things: Monthly Calendar 10-Forms of Wealth (13 of them) "3-in-30" (13 of them) 365-days for 2026 from 7am-7 pm (that includes 'To Do's, Appointment times, and Notes/Reminders) My favorite "Quotes" throughout the Calendar/Scheduler If you are looking to get more organized and definitely more PROductive, this is your system that you will want with you by your side ALL THE TIME! Order NOW You can ORDER BOTH of them NOW in a BUNDLE and also get a brand new IMPACT JOURNAL as a free gift as well…all for UNDER $100! (You essentially will get 3-products for the price of 2). THIS is my complete system that I personally use. It is worth 25+ years of experience and thousands of dollars. And you can get ALL OF IT NOW for just $99.00 No joke. It's the holidays and I WANT you to have access to my God-Sized Dreams System. ORDER it today and get WURKIN on your Annual Strategic Plan immediately. The other 2-products you will receive in the mail after ordering. ORDER NOW

In this episode of the Uplevel Dairy Podcast, we hear from JR Boyke of Vir-Clar Farms in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, about coming back to join his family farm and growing into his roles as a manager and owner as the dairy has expanded and taken on a second site. JR discusses how his father insisted he gain experience working on other dairies, which shaped his skills and leadership abilities. He reflects on his journey back at age 23, starting from the bottom and rising to a managerial role. JR highlights the importance of employee engagement, cultural integration across expanded operations, and his personal passion for dairy cattle genetics. This Episode is Brought to you by Compeer FinancialCompeer Financial is a member-owned Farm Credit cooperative serving and supporting agriculture and rural America. Our dairy team brings world-class expertise and tailored solutions to support dairy producers' financial goals and lending needs.For more information, contact the Compeer Dairy Industry Experts.  Dairy Industry Articles: Gain knowledge from subject matter experts00:00 Introduction to JR Boyke's Journey01:12 Early Life and Family Farm Evolution03:59 Returning to the Farm and Gaining Experience07:23 Career Development and Responsibilities08:05 Leadership and Team Building19:59 Expanding the Farm and New Opportunities24:45 Advice and Reflections26:31 Closing Thoughts and Rapid-Fire Questions

Andy Weiner is the founder and President of RockStep Capital, where he's been rethinking what's possible for shopping centers in hometown communities since 1996. Before that, he cut his teeth in the family retail business, managing more than 5,000 employees by his early thirties. Andy has built his company on 25 guiding values he calls the RockSteps, and he believes leadership is really about people, culture, and community.Connect with Andy Weiner: Website: https://rockstep.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-weiner/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheShoppingCenterChannel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theshoppingcenterguy/ RockStep Capital Learning Center - https://rockstep.com/learning-center TurnKey Podcast Productions Important Links:Guest to Gold Video Series: www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/gold The Ultimate Podcast Launch Formula- www.TurnkeyPodcast.com/UPLFplusFREE workshop on how to "Be A Great Guest."Free E-Book 5 Ways to Make Money Podcasting at www.Turnkeypodcast.com/gift Ready to earn 6-figures with your podcast? See if you've got what it takes at TurnkeyPodcast.com/quizSales Training for Podcasters: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sales-training-for-podcasters/id1540644376Nice Guys on Business: http://www.niceguysonbusiness.com/subscribe/The Turnkey Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turnkey-podcast/id1485077152

Jason Lindstrom is a serial entrepreneur who discovered early on that the 9-to-5 life wasn't for him. Since then, he's gone on to launch multiple successful businesses, including a digital agency and Advisor Websites, which provides digital solutions to financial professionals across North America. Today, he's the CEO and co-founder of Bucketlist, an award-winning employee rewards and recognition platform that helps organizations motivate and retain top talent by helping employees fulfill their personal dreams and goals. Jason is passionate about combining business with purpose and building companies that unlock the full potential of individuals. Jason joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to share wisdom from his entrepreneurial career, building a thriving culture, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

End chaos in your firm—300+ peers use this framework. Free video here: https://www.businessofarchitecture.com/framework Architect Nation, this episode tackles the silent killer in many firms: weak accountability. Enoch and Rion reveal how polite habits and fear of conflict drain authority, profit, and joy. You'll hear why "safety" and "fierce compassion" can live in the same room. Through real stories, they show what happens when leaders avoid hard talks—or explode instead. You'll learn how language choices signal ownership, and why clients sense wobble long before you do. The result: missed deadlines, shrinking margins, and the "supplier" label. Then they point to a better way. A simple conversation frame, a different stance on responsibility, and a mindset that turns collision into creation. The payoffs touch culture, fees, and speed of execution. The two-word shift that changes everything with staff and clients. A ruthless-yet-loving move that ends chronic deadline drift. The profit leak hiding in your "nice" culture (and how leaders plug it).

When your values aren't clear, it's easy to chase the wrong deals, hire the wrong people, and build a life and business that drains you.Today, I sit down with Robert Glazer—entrepreneur, bestselling author, and founder of Acceleration Partners—to explore how defining your personal core values can transform the way you lead, invest, and live.Robert built a $35M global company serving brands like Airbnb, Uber, and Adidas, but his greatest success came from understanding what he valued most, and aligning every decision around it.In his new book, The Compass Within, Robert reveals how your personal core values act as a decision-making compass for both business and life. We unpack how to use that same framework to hire the right people, choose the right investors, and build a life of freedom that truly aligns with who you are.In this episode, you'll learn: 1.) Why really company culture starts with core values — and how defining what you stand for (and what you don't) helps you attract the right people and repel the wrong ones.2.) What Robert learned from his own private-equity exit—how he structured the deal, picked the right partner, and avoided the mistakes most founders make.3.) How your personal values can help you invest smarter—filtering founders, partners, and deals that align with your principles, not just your profit goals.Show Notes: LifestyleInvestor.com/260Tax Strategy MasterclassIf you're interested in learning more about Tax Strategy and how YOU can apply 28 of the best, most effective strategies right away, check out our BRAND NEW Tax Strategy Masterclass: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/taxStrategy Session For a limited time, my team is hosting free, personalized consultation calls to learn more about your goals and determine which of our courses or masterminds will get you to the next level. To book your free session, visit LifestyleInvestor.com/consultationThe Lifestyle Investor InsiderJoin The Lifestyle Investor Insider, our brand new AI - curated newsletter - FREE for all podcast listeners for a limited time: www.lifestyleinvestor.com/insiderRate & ReviewIf you enjoyed today's episode of The Lifestyle Investor, hit the subscribe button on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so future episodes are automatically downloaded directly to your device. You can also help by providing an honest rating & review.Connect with Justin DonaldFacebookYouTubeInstagramLinkedInTwitterSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 589 Welcome to Loan Officer Freedom, the #1 podcast in the country for loan officers, hosted by Carl White. In this episode, Carl is joined by partner and friend Kevin Gillespie to unpack the hidden power of leadership culture and why it becomes the backbone of a team that scales with confidence. You will hear how defining a clear three year vision, translating it to one year and quarterly targets, and aligning core values and hiring standards gives your people a map they can actually follow. Kevin walks through building a simple responsibility chart and high level workflow with measurable standards, then keeping everyone on track with a steady meeting cadence and real dashboards that act like a pilot's instrument panel. Carl shares how celebrating wins, fostering real collaboration, and letting leaders lead creates leverage, improves retention and recruiting, and keeps you focused on driving traffic and converting loans instead of firefighting. If you want help defining and installing a leadership culture that your team can rally around, set up a friendly strategy call at ProfitDrivenPlan.com.