Podcasts about Leadership development

What if the key to a more impactful 2027 is the work you do before the new year begins? In this amazing episode of The She Believed She Could™ Podcast, Allison Walsh sits down with Carolina Flores to take you behind the vision for Iconic Impact, an intentional experience created for ambitious women, entrepreneurs, leaders, thought leaders, and change-makers who are ready to create their next incredible chapter. Allison and Carolina explore what it means to honor where you are while still being ambitious about where you're going. They dive into alignment, mindset, personal branding, visibility, leadership, influence, and the importance of channeling ambition in a direction that creates meaningful impact—not simply doing more because you feel like you should. They also talk about why Q4 is the perfect time to start preparing for 2027. Instead of waiting until January 1 to set goals, this is an opportunity to reflect on what worked, what didn't, what you want more of, what you're ready to release, and what you need to put in place now to enter the new year with clarity and momentum. For women who have spent years building behind the scenes, Allison and Carolina also explore the next step of becoming more visible. Whether you're growing a business, advancing your career, building a personal brand, leading a nonprofit, or expanding your influence, visibility can help you take the expertise and experience you've already built and turn it into greater impact. And then there's the power of community. Iconic Impact was created to bring together ambitious women who understand what it means to build something meaningful—and who believe that success becomes even more powerful when we use it to support, champion, and create opportunities for other women. From the incredible speaker lineup to the hands-on Impact Lab, meaningful connections, and the new Impact Grants supporting women entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders, Allison and Carolina share what makes this experience different and why every detail has been created with intention. If you're ready to strengthen your visibility, expand your influence, connect with women who understand the journey, and create a more intentional next chapter, this conversation will give you a glimpse of what's waiting for you at Iconic Impact. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why Q4 is the perfect time to prepare for a more impactful 2027 How to align your ambition with your purpose and values Why ambitious women often compare themselves to their own expectations How to move beyond comparison and focus on meaningful impact Why personal branding and visibility matter for your next level How women can turn their expertise into greater influence The importance of building a strong community around you Why you don't have to build your business or career alone How to recognize when you're ready for your next chapter What to expect from the Iconic Impact experience How Impact Lab will help women strengthen their visibility and create content How the Iconic Impact Grants will support emerging founders and nonprofit leaders Why investing in women creates a ripple effect of meaningful change How to think about your legacy and the women coming behind you Join Us at Iconic Impact Ready to create your next incredible chapter? The She Believed She Could™ ICONIC IMPACT takes place November 5, 2026, in The Center for Health and Wellbeing | Winter Park, Florida, bringing together ambitious, accomplished women for meaningful conversations around leadership, visibility, business growth, wellbeing, purpose, and impact. The experience continues November 6 with the exclusive VIP Impact Lab at Hi Hello Labs.

Social anxiety can make you want to cancel plans, avoid difficult conversations, stay quiet in meetings, or say no to opportunities you actually want. In this episode of the Decide Your Legacy Podcast, Adam shares a simple three step strategy for facing social anxiety instead of letting it control your decisions.It starts with your mindset. What are you focusing on when you walk into a situation? Everything that could go wrong, or the opportunities that could come from showing up? Next, create a plan. Preparation can dramatically change how you approach an uncomfortable conversation, meeting, event, presentation, date, or new experience. Finally, get in the arena and engage. Real change happens when you stop avoiding the situation and give yourself the opportunity to gather new evidence about what you're actually capable of.Adam shares his own experiences with anxiety, practical ways to prepare for social situations, the importance of curiosity, breathing, flexibility, and why even rejection can become an opportunity to build resilience.If social anxiety has been keeping you from relationships, opportunities, conversations, or experiences you know you should pursue, start with these three steps.Mindset. Plan. Engage.Pick one situation you've been avoiding and give the process a try. You decide your legacy. Nobody else.RSVP to the Upcoming Self Confidence Workshop HERE_____________________________TAKE THE NEXT STEP!Conversation starters are helpful, but the deeper issue is often courage. If you want to become more confident, less anxious, and more willing to take action in the conversations that matter most, go through Shatterproof Yourself Lite. In 7 small steps, you'll learn how to face fear, build confidence, and move toward the kind of relationships and legacy you actually want._____________________________Subscribe for weekly personal growth breakdowns, and comment below on which life challenge you want us to cover next.

Sometimes we have an idea without a vision, or a vision without the ideas to move it forward. Good ideas should turn into vision, good vision should produce ideas, and both should lead to strategy. Today, we're back in the archives for the final episode in this series on vision. Vision ownership starts with being saturated in the vision yourself so you can lead others toward it.

Most leadership training fails for one of three reasons: it teaches mechanics without judgment (the process trap), treats development as a one-time event instead of something to sustain (the sustainability trap), or never connects new skills to the real work of managing people (the integration trap). In this episode, host Ethan Nash breaks down all three traps and share practical ways to design leadership development that actually sticks. Text the word "LEADING" to 66866 to be added to Nash Consulting's monthly newsletter. Just practical management skills and tips. And just once a month. Pinky swear.

What you'll learn in this episode Why your business should always have backup talent ready The 3 types of talent: potential, emerging, and proven Why proven talent, though costly, is worth the investment How to evaluate a candidate's record of success The cultural fit questions to ask in every interview Why “if it's not a hell yes, it's not a yes” is the golden rule in hiring To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:GET THE BOOK! Teach to Sell : Teach to Sell: Why Top Performers Never Sell – And What They Do InsteadWebsite: No Broke MonthsPodcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople PodcastInstagram: @donrochonxFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NoBrokeMonths/Facebook: Dan RochonLinkedIn: Dan Rochon

Jensen Huang. Steve Jobs. The other guy responsible for those aggressively ugly cars/the rebirth of conspiracy theory internet free speech. (Thanks Elon?) What do people like this see around the corner that the rest of us don't? Why do certain leaders recognize an emerging possibility years before everyone else catches up? Are they geniuses? Pattern-recognition freaks? Secret remote viewers? This week on Open Loops, Greg sits down with Tye Glover, innovation coach, author of The Perception Gap, and creator of Neuro Creative Programming (NCP)—a developing methodology designed to model the perceptual patterns of unusually creative thinkers and make those patterns more accessible to the rest of us. Because maybe creativity isn't simply about having better ideas. Maybe some people are literally noticing different realities. See that one over there? Made you look! This conversation becomes an experience in perception itself. Tye and Greg explore the filters determining what makes it into conscious awareness, what gets deleted before you ever notice it, and whether those filters can actually be trained. And then, surprise surprise, things get weird. Somehow, Tye stands directly in the middle of all of it, trying to take ideas that could easily disappear into the metaphysical abyss and turn them into something practical enough to use inside an office on Monday morning. You know....those empty buildings people used to hate themselves making money for someone else in together. It's trippy. It's surprisingly grounded. And somewhere in the Perception Gap may be an entirely different way of seeing what's been sitting in front of you the whole time. Welcome back to Open Loops. TYE'S Links: Get The Perception Gap / Learn More: https://thinkdifferentnation.com/the-perception-gap Think Different Nation: thinkdifferentnation.com Tye Glover on LinkedIn: LinkedIn profile Work with Tye / Book a Consultation: Schedule with Tye Let Greg know how you like the show. Write your review, soliloquy, Haiku or whatever twisted thoughts you want to share at https://ratethispodcast.com/openloops

Sam Shriver and Suzie Bishop join Larry Olsen from the Center for Leadership Studies, the home of the original Situational Leadership model. Sam brings more than 45 years of experience and has designed and delivered over 200 leadership and coaching programs. Suzie is Vice President of Product Development at the Center and has spent more than a decade adapting the model for today's modern learner. Together they are co-authors of Situational Leadership: The Model for Leading Others, Navigating Change, and Unlocking Performance.   In this conversation, Larry sits down with Sam and Suzie to talk about why one-size-fits-all leadership fails, and how meeting people where they are unlocks trust, performance, and human potential.   What you'll hear: Why "it depends" is the mantra of situational leadership, not a fixed leadership style The behaviors that run from direction to empowerment, and when each one backfires Referent power: why trust outperforms position power or expertise How a leader's presence alone can stifle honest conversation   ABOUT SAM SHRIVER AND SUZIE BISHOP Sam Shriver has more than 45 years of experience in situational leadership and has designed and delivered over 200 leadership and coaching programs. Suzie Bishop is Vice President of Product Development at the Center for Leadership Studies. Together they are co-authors of Situational Leadership: The Model for Leading Others, Navigating Change, and Unlocking Performance. The Center for Leadership Studies is the global home of the original Situational Leadership model.   ABOUT LARRY OLSEN Larry Olsen is a Two-Time Vistage Speaker of the Year and Fortune 50/500 Executive Performance Advisor with 40+ years of client work at Toyota, PepsiCo, Starbucks, Harley-Davidson, Honda, American Airlines, State Farm, Frito Lay, Lexus, and Tropicana. He is the author of Get a Vision and Live It! and the founder of Performance Driven Neurology.   IF THIS LANDED FOR YOU Leadership isn't one style forced onto every person, it's reading the person in front of you and adjusting from there. That's exactly how Larry thinks through every leadership conversation he has.   How Leaders Think:  https://larry-olsen.kit.com/how-leaders-think   CONNECT WITH LARRY Email: success@larryolsen.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/larry-r-olsen   CONNECT WITH SAM SHRIVER AND SUZIE BISHOP Website: situational.com LinkedIn: Sam Shriver and Suzie Bishop Book: Situational Leadership: The Model for Leading Others, Navigating Change, and Unlocking Performance (Amazon and other major retailers)   SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE New episodes of the Brain Vault Podcast publish every other Wednesday.

What do you do when life feels uncertain and you're not sure what comes next?In Episode 202 of the Decide Your Legacy Podcast, Adam gets personal about some of the transitions and struggles he's been navigating and shares four powerful questions that are helping him find clarity. These are the same types of questions Adam uses with coaching clients to get beneath the surface, identify what really matters, and take meaningful action.You'll explore what makes you feel most fulfilled, what you may regret if nothing changes, who you want to become over the next five years, and how you would show up differently if you had ten times more self confidence. This episode isn't about having everything figured out. It's about being willing to ask yourself difficult questions, answer them honestly and take the next right step.Articles Mentioned:My 20 Favorite Questions to Ask Clients18 Ways to Build Self-ConfidenceRSVP to the Upcoming Self Confidence Workshop HERE_____________________________TAKE THE NEXT STEP!Conversation starters are helpful, but the deeper issue is often courage. If you want to become more confident, less anxious, and more willing to take action in the conversations that matter most, go through Shatterproof Yourself Lite. In 7 small steps, you'll learn how to face fear, build confidence, and move toward the kind of relationships and legacy you actually want._____________________________Subscribe for weekly personal growth breakdowns, and comment below on which life challenge you want us to cover next.

How much does misalignment really cost? Most people think about missed goals or lost revenue. Anthony "AJ" Vaughan challenges you to look deeper and consider the human cost when leaders fail to communicate, listen, and create environments where people feel safe speaking up. Through stories from his own successes and painful failures, AJ explains why alignment begins long before strategy meetings. You'll discover how honest communication, thoughtful onboarding, rewarding courage, and putting employees first can transform the way people work together. By the end of this episode, you'll likely find yourself looking differently at your own team—and asking where better communication could prevent tomorrow's biggest problems. AJ is a partnerships and growth leader, an HR tech strategist, and founder of The E1B2 Collective, built on the belief that when organizations put employees first, stronger business outcomes follow. He works across three areas—leadership behavior, employee experience, and business performance— to help companies close the gap between what they say matters and how their teams actually operate. AJ is also the host of The Business of Alignment podcast, where he has led more than 1,000 conversations with HR and business leaders around trust, clarity, alignment, and what it really takes to build healthy organizations. You'll discoverWhy misalignment hurts people before profits How one ignored conversation changed AJ's career What great onboarding really accomplishes Why rewarding courage changes culture How honest communication prevents costly mistakesConnect with Anthony (AJ) Vaughan on Social MediaLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-vaughan-8ba8a8172/ Website The E1B2 Collective https://thee1b2collective.com/ Check out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedIn

What if failure wasn't something to avoid—but a skill to master? In this episode, I share a fresh take on how to handle setbacks, manage your mind, and turn mistakes into momentum.Why your brain resists failure (and how to outsmart it)The mindset shift that transforms “mistakes” into dataHow to stop hiding in research and start taking actionUnderstand what creates confidence  Support the showJill Griffin, is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh. She works with senior leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and lead with greater clarity and intention.With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy. Visit GriffinMethod.com to learn more about working together:The Next Era Leader An 12-week cohort for women leaders ready to expand their capacity and lead through complexity with clarity and intentionExecutive Coaching & Leadership Advisory 1:1 strategic partnership for leaders navigating growth, transition, and what's nextConnect with Jill for Leadership Development for Organizations and Speaking & WorkshopsInstagram: @JillGriffinOffical

Mike Palmer reconnects with old colleague Don Gregori, COO of First Factory, to unpack core insights from Don's book, The Emergent Leader: A Guide to Brand Building, Leadership, and Self-Mastery. Drawing from a non-linear career path—ranging from theater major and aerial stunt coordinator to an 18-year tenure at Kaplan and scaling tech teams—Don shares practical strategies for authentic leadership, proactive stress management, and navigating AI workplace disruption. Key Takeaways

Great leadership isn't developed in a single training session—it takes insight, action, repetition, and real-world application.On this episode of The H.I.T. Podcast, Toby Kennedy sits down with Maren Perry, Founder and President of Arden Coaching, to discuss how organizations can develop stronger leaders at every level.Since founding Arden Coaching in 2007, Maren has grown the organization into a network of more than 35 executive coaches, helping leaders, teams, and organizations strengthen their people skills, improve performance, and create meaningful organizational change.Maren breaks leadership development into three distinct domains: self leadership, relational leadership, and strategic leadership—and explains why the way we develop leaders needs to change as people progress through an organization.In this episode:Self Leadership — developing self-awareness and understanding your communication styleRelational Leadership — navigating difficult conversations, accountability, execution, and developing othersStrategic Leadership — building the skills needed to lead at the highest levels of an organizationWhy leadership development should evolve as responsibilities increaseWhy one long training session usually isn't enoughHow repetition and multiple learning "touches" fight the forgetting curveWhy coaching and small-group sessions help lessons stickTurning leadership concepts into action under real-world pressureMaren also shares a simple but powerful formula:INSIGHT + ACTION = RESULTSInformation can create insight, but lasting leadership development happens when people take those insights back into their actual jobs, put them into practice, and continue building on them over time.

Integration causes all of our resources to cooperate, compensate, and complement one another. Today, we're pulling a series from the archives. Scripture describes the Church as a body with many parts. When those parts work together, there is health; when they don't, there is dis-ease. Vision integration is vital to bringing all the parts together to function as one.

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Great teams are not built by talent alone. They are built by people who are committed to each other, committed to the mission, and willing to bring the right attitude every day. Pastor Q shares four traits every great team player needs: give your best, stay positive through challenges, keep getting better, and stay connected. The goal is not perfection. It is commitment—giving 100% of what you have, choosing your mindset, learning from every experience, and building strong relationships with the people around you. Great teams do not happen by accident. They are built through small, consistent choices made over time. The four questions Pastor Q's team uses to get better: What went well? What could have been better? What did we learn? What are we going to do differently next time? Duke University research on optimism: Optimistic people tend to demonstrate stronger financial behaviors and persistence, reinforcing the idea that believing tomorrow can be better can change how we work today. https://www.fuqua.duke.edu/duke-fuqua-insights/puri-positive-thinking?utm_

Profit or cash. Efficiency or flexibility. Speed, or doing it right.Leaders feel like they have to make trade-offs like these all the time. But the choice often isn't real.Some contradictions are unavoidable. Others only look that way until you understand the real problem. The most effective organizations realize they don't have to pick a side if they can resolve the underlying tension.Olivier Larue has spent three decades helping companies do this, which he's documented in his three-book series The Toyota Economic System: a philosophy about people and society, the technical design that turns it into results, and the management practices that keep it alive through continuous learning.The real breakthrough is never the tools, optimizing one part of the system, or making unnecessary tradeoffs. It's how every part connects, and understanding the real problem to solve, so people remain the focus and results last.You'll Learn:How to tell a contradiction that's real from one that only looks real, so you stop choosing between things you can't afford to loseWhy an economic lens, not an operational one, changes where you look for the answerWhy the number and order of Toyota's seven wastes aren't arbitrary, and why the first one drives how you understand the restWhy declaring people "empowered" means nothing without the conditions that let them act on itHow respect for people extends to avoiding layoffs even in downturns, and why that matters in a world of AI and supply chain disruptionsABOUT MY GUEST:Olivier Larue was trained by Toyota Motor Corporation and has spent thirty years helping Fortune 500 companies design and implement industrial manufacturing solutions, including more than a decade as a consultant with TSSC, the Toyota Production System Support Center, and hands-on work in the biopharmaceutical industry. He is the founder and president of Ydatum, and the author of the three-book series The Toyota Economic System.IMPORTANT LINKS:Full episode show notes: ChainOfLearning.com/82 Connect with Olivier Larue: linkedin.com/in/olivierlarue Purchase a copy of The Toyota Economic System (three-book series): https://www.amazon.com/Toyota-Economic-System-Environmental-StewardshipLearn more about Ydatum: ydatum.com 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:02:43 How a NUMMI experience shaped Olivier years later05:14 Why call it the Toyota Economic System?09:42 Profit vs. cash: the trade-off companies get wrong12:32 Why Just-in-Time doesn't mean zero inventory16:30 What happens when company values and work conflict20:20 Why leaders have to “earn” how they manage21:42 Why Toyota's seven wastes are in a specific order23:38 The hidden cost of human waiting27:20 Why leadership skills alone aren't enough30:05 Why organizations keep repeating the same problems31:26 What Andon actually means for empowerment35:17 The leadership response that makes problems safe to surface39:16 Why Toyota can avoid layoffs during downturns44:30 The unanswered question about AI and economic growth48:30 How enthusiasm turns pull into push50:44 Why isolated improvements don't transform systems54:35 Refusing the either/or trade-off Learn more and apply for the November 2026 cohort of my Japan Leadership Experience: https://kbjanderson.com/japantrip/

What kind of experience do other people have when they work with you? It's a simple question—and one that can transform the way you lead. In this conversation, executive coach and bestselling author Brenda Bence shares lessons from coaching CEOs around the world, along with pivotal moments from her own leadership journey. Through unforgettable stories and practical examples, she explains why great leaders build people before they build businesses, why curiosity and listening matter more than having all the answers, and why the best leaders continually examine the impact they have on others. Whether you lead an organization, a team, or simply want to become a better colleague, Brenda offers wisdom that will challenge you to think differently about the kind of leader you're becoming. Brenda Bence is recognized by Thinkers50 as a Coaching Legend and is ranked by Global Gurus as one of the world's top three executive coaches. She is a Hall of Fame professional speaker and the award-winning author of 12 books, including her latest, Would YOU Want to Work for YOU™? Known as the "Billion Dollar Coach," Brenda has coached dozens of C-Suite executives from many of the world's largest and most recognized corporations. Her passion lies at the intersection of leadership and branding, helping leaders build both the organizations they lead and the individual leadership brands they leave behind. Through Brenda's coaching, global keynote speeches, and award-winning books, she has inspired and developed hundreds of thousands of leaders around the world.  You'll DiscoverWhy growing people must be part of every business strategy. The mindset shift every leader must make to move from expert to leader. How understanding what motivates each employee dramatically improves engagement and retention. Why middle managers determine whether organizational change succeeds or fails. How listening and curiosity create stronger leaders than certainty and control.Connect with Brenda Bence LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendabenceWebsite Brenda Bence https://www.BrendaBence.com BooksWould YOU Want to Work for YOU? https://www.amazon.com/Would-YOU-Want-Work-Performance/dp/B0H5RDP3N1Leading YOU https://www.amazon.com/Leading-YOU-self-leadership-executive-success/dp/1942718012 Check out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedIn

When motivation fades it's an opportunity to get curious. This episode unpacks why we often stall before what's next, and how to reignite your drive by shifting your thoughts just slightly toward possibility. Learn how believable, neutral thoughts can rebuild momentum, confidence, and clarity.In this episode:Why motivation fades when your future feels unclearHow to use believable thoughts to shift your mindset and energyThe simple mental reset that helps you take action again Support the showJill Griffin, is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh. She works with senior leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and lead with greater clarity and intention.With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy. Visit GriffinMethod.com to learn more about working together:The Next Era Leader An 12-week cohort for women leaders ready to expand their capacity and lead through complexity with clarity and intentionExecutive Coaching & Leadership Advisory 1:1 strategic partnership for leaders navigating growth, transition, and what's nextConnect with Jill for Leadership Development for Organizations and Speaking & WorkshopsInstagram: @JillGriffinOffical

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Dr. Bruce Dorey, leadership expert, executive coach, and engineering CEO, about one of the biggest challenges organizations face today: preserving decades of institutional knowledge before it walks out the door. We discuss why experience is far more valuable than documentation alone, how mentorship and coaching help develop future leaders, and how AI can capture and scale human expertise without replacing the people behind it. If you're leading a business or preparing your organization for the future, this conversation offers practical insights you can apply today.

Hello, Voices of the Bench community. This is Casey Baldwin with Ivoclar. If you've been curious about fast-firing zirconia to improve efficiency but aren't convinced it can deliver predictable, high-quality results, I'd encourage you to connect with us. Our new IPS emax Zirconia, offers multiple fast-fire protocols designed to help you save valuable production time while maintaining consistent outcomes. Time is money in every lab. Don't wait. Reach out today and discover how IPS emax Zirconia can help streamline your workflow. As full-arch dentistry continues to grow, so do the demands on today's dental laboratories. That's why Knight Dental recently launched SimplyARCH Studio, a dedicated production environment built exclusively for full-arch restorations. To support this specialized workflow, Knight invested in an XTCERA milling system and carefully evaluated multiple CAM software solutions before choosing hyperDENT. The decision came down to exceptional milling quality, minimal hand finishing, and impressive production efficiency. But what truly set hyperDENT apart was the implementation process. From the very beginning, the team provided more than software training—they shared the knowledge and experience needed to build an optimized workflow for complex full-arch cases. With proven expertise in advanced milling strategies and laboratory production, hyperDENT helped ensure SimplyARCH Studio was designed for long-term success from day one. Join us at the Race For the Future 12 to raise money for the Foundation For Dental Laborary Technology. September 27th in Valley View, Texas! https://dentallabfoundation.org/news-events/race-for-the-future/ Shawn Nowak from Nowak Dental Supplies joins Elvis and Barb to talk all things NOLA LabFest October 15-17th, including the welcome addition to the speaker lineup: martial arts instructor and business coach Jude Grayson. After Jude's keynote at last year's LabFest, the response was strong enough to bring him back for another keynote and a breakout session. The conversation starts with the obvious question: what the heck does a karate instructor know about the dental laboratory industry? As Jude explains, quite a bit. Having practiced martial arts since he was five years old and built a career around teaching, competition, entrepreneurship, and business coaching, Jude draws a surprising number of parallels between martial arts and business. He talks about discipline, competition, confidence, risk, and his “five-year-old board break moment”—the idea that sometimes the ability to succeed is already inside us, and the right coach simply helps unlock it. He also explains how those lessons translate into working with business owners and helping them recognize opportunities they may not see themselves. The conversation then turns toward one of the biggest challenges facing dental laboratories today: knowing when it's time to pivot. With technology, AI, 3D printing, changing doctor workflows, and the evolving DSO landscape continuing to reshape the industry, Jude's NOLA LabFest keynote will focus on how business owners can recognize when change is necessary, decide when to act, and understand the risks that come with being an early adopter. He also shares some great perspective on failure, competition, and why making a bad business decision doesn't necessarily mean you've lost—the real loss comes when you stop competing altogether. Shawn also gives us a look at what else is happening at NOLA LabFest, including education on AI, social media marketing, employee culture, DSOs, and other topics affecting dental laboratories right now. And, of course, there's plenty of the NOLA LabFest fun mixed in, from the masquerade party and distillery tour to the return of Family Feud. It's a conversation about business, leadership, taking risks, and finding ways to keep dental laboratories moving forward—and it all starts with a karate instructor walking into a dental show.Special Guests: Jude Grayson and Shawn Nowak.

Vision's measurement is your core value. Today, we're pulling a series from the archives. The clearer, more obvious, and easier your vision is to grasp, the better chance you have of seeing it come to pass. It's easier to increase vision as you go than to get down the road and realize you need to shrink it.

What's up everyone and welcome to The Corporate Bartender!A lot of us fall into jobs that become careers, and before we know it, 15 or 20 years have gone by. Are we doing what we want to do? What we're passionate about? Or, are we still an accountant (or HR person, or whatever) because of momentum?If you're wondering how to align these things in your world, you're in the right spot. We've got Anne Mounts on the show today. She's the founder of Acera Partners, and has 20+ years experience on the people side of business. Anne understands how businesses work, and helps organizations and people understand their "why." She also does a lot of work in the HR Community with organizations like Rocky Mountain HR People & Strategy. AND she's been part of the TCB community for years!This conversation was a BLAST, and I just know you're gonna dig it!If you want to skip straight to the interview, 4:19 is your spot.TCB Layout:0:00 - Show Open & Intro1:05 - Titles1:22 - Kickoff 4:19- Anne Mounts Interview59:03 - Last CallWebsite: https://www.acerapartners.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-mounts/Join our community!https://skyeteam.cloud/tcbTheme Music by Hooksounds.comGood Feels Stories Copyright Paramount/CBS

From shifting commodity markets and explosive data center growth to drone delivery and AI-enabled workplaces, supply chain leaders are navigating change from every direction. In this episode of The Buzz, powered by Toyota Automated Logistics, Scott Luton and Dr. Rod Thomas are joined by Hans Kremer, partner and co-founder of Inchange, to unpack the latest supply chain headlines and explore what professionals and organizations need to thrive in a rapidly evolving business environment. The discussion shifts to professional development, where Hans shares why companies need to stop training in silos and create more cross-functional learning experiences. The group also explores lifelong learning, the value of hands-on operational experience, and why AI should be viewed as a capability multiplier, not simply a tool for cutting costs or increasing efficiency. They close with powerful insights on leadership, trust, empathy, and creating environments where people can succeed. Key Takeaways: Successful change starts with the people doing the work. Find true advocates early, listen carefully to resistance, communicate the “why” repeatedly, and give teams the time and resources needed to implement change. Supply chain has become a strategic differentiator. Competition increasingly happens between entire supply chain ecosystems, not simply individual companies. Tomorrow's supply chain professionals need more than technical expertise. Strategic inquiry, discernment, judgment, adaptability, communication, and influence will become increasingly important as AI expands access to technical capabilities. Copper and other critical resources could become major constraints on AI and electrification growth. Data centers, infrastructure investment, geopolitics, tariffs, and limited natural resources are creating complex global supply challenges. Professional development needs to become cross-functional. Giving employees opportunities to experience sales, operations, supply chain, finance, and other perspectives can help break down silos and improve organizational performance. AI should make people more capable, not simply more efficient. Organizations that use AI only to automate existing tasks may miss its greater potential to enable employees to solve problems and perform work they could not previously do. Leadership is about enabling the success of others. Strong leaders remove obstacles, protect their teams, model the right behaviors, build mutual trust, and create an environment people want to follow. This episode brings together timely supply chain news with practical lessons on leadership, learning, technology, and organizational performance. Whether you're preparing your workforce for AI, navigating major market shifts, developing the next generation of supply chain talent, or simply trying to become a stronger leader, Hans, Rod, and Scott offer actionable perspectives you can put to work right away.   Additional Links and Resources: Toyota Automated Logistics: https://toyota-automated-logistics.com/ With That Said: https://bit.ly/WTS-8-August-2026 Leading Beyond The Next Disruption: https://bit.ly/Mourad-Tamoud-SE Rod's LinkedIn Post: https://bit.ly/The-Perfect-SC-Manager Han's LinkedIn Post: https://bit.ly/Hans-Music-Stories Copper jumps to its highest level ever. What the metal is telling us: https://cnb.cx/4cvTGv8 Congo Issues Immediate Copper and Cobalt Ban as Smelters Pay Miners for Feedstock: https://bit.ly/DRC-Bans-Some-Exports Caterpillar sales surpass $20B as data center generators take off: https://bit.ly/CAT-has-big-2Q2026 DoorDash Takes to the Sky With Its Own Drones: https://on.wsj.com/4ccxIx7 Inchainge: https://inchainge.com/   The Readiness Rules: https://now.supplychainnow.com/the-readiness-rules Connect with Hans on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanskremer/ Connect with Rod on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rod-thomas-a409a41/ Upcoming Live Programming:  https://supplychainnow.com/upcoming-live-programming/ Supply Chain Now Resource Hub: https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/ Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now   Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/join   Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now's NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk WEBINAR- From Disruption to Stability: Building Resilient Logistics Solutions in a Rapidly Changing Global Market: https://bit.ly/3TguZMt WEBINAR- SAP AI Inside the Supply Chain: From Silo to Orchestration: https://bit.ly/4bvpz6K This episode was hosted by Scott Luton and Rod Thomas, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-ai-copper-drone-delivery-future-supply-chain-leadership-1622  The content in this episode, including all audio, videos, visuals, and graphics, is the property of Supply Chain Now and is protected by copyright law. 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What if the reason you're not moving forward has nothing to do with what you know or what you've done, but with who you are being?A moment from the podcast archive that I felt deserved to be heard again.Today, my guest Dr Ryan Gottfredson, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author and leading expert on mindsets and vertical development, shares one of the most clarifying distinctions I have ever heard in personal development: the difference between your doing side and your being side, and why focusing on the wrong one keeps so many high achievers permanently stuck.Press play to discover why the next degree, certificate or course might not be what you need, and what to focus on instead.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Dr Ryan Gottfredson in episode #512:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/512˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

Learning leaders are often asked to solve performance challenges with more training but that may not be the answer. Kathryn Murrow, Director of Leadership Development and eLearning at the restaurant chain Bojangles, explains why the most effective learning organizations spend more time asking questions than building courses. She shares lessons on collaboration, leadership development, AI, and creating learning experiences that people truly own.Show Notes:Kathryn Murrow of Bojangles talks about the importance of co-creation with learners, diagnosing root causes, and using AI to elevate the role of L&D. Her key takeaways include: Start with the root cause—not the training request. Before building another course, learning leaders should ask what behavior needs to change, why the problem exists, and whether training is actually the right solution.Build learning with your audience, not for them. Involving leaders and frontline employees in designing learning experiences creates stronger buy-in, better content, and more sustainable adoption.Learning succeeds when the conditions are right. Organizations need alignment, clear expectations, leadership support, and the right performance environment before learning initiatives can drive meaningful change.An LMS should be more than a compliance checklist. Kathryn shares how Bojangles is transforming its LMS into a personalized learning hub that connects development opportunities with business outcomes and measurable ROI.AI should create space for more human work. Rather than replacing people, AI can automate administrative tasks so learning professionals can spend more time on coaching, strategy, performance consulting, and measuring impact.Powered by Learning earned Awards of Distinction in the Podcast/Audio and Business Podcast categories from The Communicator Awards and a Gold and Silver Davey Award. The podcast is also named to Feedspot's Top 40 L&D podcasts and Training Industry's Ultimate L&D Podcast Guide. Learn more about d'Vinci at www.dvinci.com. Follow us on LinkedInLike us on Facebook

Many leaders believe that resilience means enduring as much as possible. Always being strong, always being available, always having an answer. But that is exactly where the Superman trap begins. In this episode of the LEITWOLF® Podcast, Stefan explains why real resilience does not mean being invulnerable. The best leaders are not the ones who can push through the longest, but the ones who can regain clarity, rebuild energy, and provide direction quickly after periods of pressure. Because those who constantly run on empty lose exactly what leadership needs most today: clarity, composure, and good decision-making. Stefan shows why leaders do not have to carry everything alone, why vulnerability is not a sign of weakness, and how shared responsibility makes teams stronger. This episode is about replacing perfection with honesty, consciously handing over responsibility, and planning recovery just as consistently as performance. You will also hear a short conversation with Adrian Rhaese, founder of Enviotech, about his personal perspective on resilience and how he cultivates and uses it in his everyday life as an entrepreneur. ––– 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

Lift the lid on most arts organizations' databases and here's what you'll find: no future visit booked. Nothing on the calendar and no plan to come back. In this episode, the TRG team talks about Recency, a word the field rarely uses but can't afford to ignore. A full house feels like success, but a house full of first-timers is a very different business than a house full of loyal patrons who keep coming back. That difference never shows up in your capacity-sold number.We make the case that this isn't really a numbers problem, it's a relationship problem: selling out a house and building loyalty are two different jobs, and “capacity sold” only measures one of them. In its place: something simpler and more critical to repeatable revenue: what percentage of your patrons have a future visit on the books?We walk through why recency is the gateway to frequency, why frequency is what turns ticket buyers into subscribers, members, and donors, and why moving someone from a 12-month habit to a 6-month habit can be worth more than winning a brand-new customer (at a lower cost, too). It's also a leadership challenge: resisting the pull toward short-term revenue and building the discipline to invite people back on purpose, at the right moment, over and over. Press play to hear why "who" matters just as much as "how many," and the one number every leader should go look up in their database this week.  Key takeawaysWhy "who" is in the room matters more than "how many", and why capacity sold (the number most teams are judged on) often can't tell the difference.Why Recency, not capacity sold, is the real measure of whether a relationship is actually growing.What percentage of your database has a future engagement booked, and why almost no leader can answer that off the top of their head.Why recency is the gateway to frequency, and frequency is what turns ticket buyers into subscribers, members and donors.How moving a patron from a 12-month to a 6-month cycle can be worth more than winning a brand-new customer, at a lower cost.

Cindy Esliger looks into the gap between who we have become and what we still won't allow ourselves to believe is possible. Many accomplished women in engineering have already exceeded anything their younger selves could have imagined, but continue to play smaller than their capabilities suggest because of learned patterns that prioritize safety over possibility. Cindy explains how these patterns develop, why they persist long after the original threat has passed, and how they quietly limit career opportunities. Rather than chasing more achievements, she encourages us to give ourselves permission to imagine what comes next and to build careers rooted in curiosity instead of fear. Much of what holds us back is not a lack of confidence but a nervous system that learned to stay safe through appeasing others. Cindy introduces the concept of the fawn response and how it can appear in everyday work situations, from staying quiet in meetings to over apologizing, overcommitting, or constantly managing other people's comfort. She explains the difference between perfection and wholeness, encouraging us to stop measuring ourselves against impossible standards and instead embrace growth as an ongoing process. Rather than trying to become a polished, finished version of ourselves, she reminds us that we can be whole while still evolving. Cindy offers practical ways to begin shifting these deeply ingrained patterns: Pause before automatically saying yes to requests, ground ourselves by reconnecting with our senses when our minds start anticipating threats, ask ourselves what we genuinely think and want instead of defaulting to what is expected of us, and follow the threads of curiosity that fascinated us as a child. Treat career growth as an ongoing practice of experimentation rather than something to perfect. Cindy reminds us that by choosing curiosity over control and trusting our own instincts, we become examples of what's possible for anyone who comes after us. Resources discussed in this episode: Guide to Becoming Whole Astronomic Audio Confidence Collective — Contact Cindy Esliger  Career Confidence Coaching: website | instagram | facebook | linkedin | email Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Brent LaJeunesse, a former street cop, entrepreneur, and corporate director of special investigations. They dig into adversity, physical reinvention after 50, and what genuine leadership looks like across three high-stakes careers. Brent shares the frameworks he developed along the way and explains why forging yourself first is the foundation for everything else. Episode Highlights: 2:40 – Brent recounts a harrowing suicide-by-cop incident from his years as a street officer in Edmonton. 1:20 – Breaking down the FORGE framework: Foundation, Ownership, Resilience, Guidance, and Execution. 28:29 – How Brent let his physical fitness slip while building his company and how he rebuilt his edge after 50. 42:09 – Why keeping a quiet promise to yourself is the most powerful first step toward lasting change. Brent LaJeunesse is a former street cop, entrepreneur, and corporate director of special investigations with decades of experience in high-pressure environments. After ten years on the Edmonton Police Service, Brent immigrated to the United States, built two investigation firms, and rose to VP at a national risk management company. At 50, he rebuilt his body and his mindset and channeled those lessons into his FORGE framework and his book Forge After 50. His forthcoming book, Badge to the Boardroom, is available for pre-order. Connect with Brent at brentlajunesse.com. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"It's not me, it's them." Four words. That's all it takes to miss the real problem.In this episode of The Inner Edge, executive coach Janet Ioli unpacks the first of seven leadership traps. This is the one she sees more than any other, and the one leaders defend the hardest. Through the story of Jack, a brilliant, fast-scaling CEO who built an empire and an intimidating reputation without ever realizing it, Janet reveals a psychological pattern so common it has a name, and once you see it, you can't unsee it in yourself.Because here's the uncomfortable truth: your team's behavior might not be telling you who they are. It might be telling you something about what it's like to be led by you.Janet shares the mirror question that starts to close this gap, and why some leaders, even with the best coaching, never fully escape this trap.This is the second episode in an eight-part series on the seven leadership traps, based on Janet's upcoming book, Escape the Traps (releasing October 2026).Chapters:00:00:00 How a Brilliant CEO Became Intimidating Without Knowing It 00:03:37 The Fundamental Attribution Error 00:05:28 What Your Imprint Is Teaching Your Team 00:08:02 The Mirror Question and the Interruption Practice 00:09:29 Next Episode: Trap TwoRead the first chapter of Escape The Traps (available October 2026): https://mailchi.mp/5d2dbf42009c/escape-the-traps-chapterConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedIn: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliYouTube: @janetioliIf you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days, check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.  Produced by Ideablossoms 

In this episode of The Career Refresh, Jill Griffin breaks down the hidden cost of comparison at work—and how to replace assumptions with evidence-based clarity. Also in this episode:Learn how your brain fills in the blanks with fearHow confirmation bias can derail trustJill shares practical tools to help you lead with facts, regulate your thoughts, and stay grounded under pressure.You'll walk away knowing how to stop unhealthy comparison, build emotional steadiness, and lead with consistent, trusted confidence. Support the showJill Griffin, is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh. She works with senior leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and lead with greater clarity and intention.With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy. Visit GriffinMethod.com to learn more about working together:The Next Era Leader An 12-week cohort for women leaders ready to expand their capacity and lead through complexity with clarity and intentionExecutive Coaching & Leadership Advisory 1:1 strategic partnership for leaders navigating growth, transition, and what's nextConnect with Jill for Leadership Development for Organizations and Speaking & WorkshopsInstagram: @JillGriffinOffical

Needs will always be part of leadership, but they shouldn't be in the driver's seat. Today, we're back in the archives with another episode from Getting Better. Too often, ministry teams spend 80% of their effort meeting immediate needs instead of moving the vision forward. But when leaders begin to shift that balance, they develop more leaders, advance the vision, and ultimately meet even more needs.

What does it take to build a brand that truly stands out – courage, creativity, or the culture behind it? In this episode of the LEITWOLF® Podcast, Stefan speaks with Eliah Werner, Vice President Brand at SIXT. Eliah started his career at Procter & Gamble, worked on brands such as Oral-B and Pampers, and now leads the evolution of one of Germany's boldest and most iconic brands. Together, they explore why strong brands are never just built through great campaigns, but through a culture that enables courage, creativity, ownership, and speed. Eliah shares how SIXT defines its brand through three simple principles: bold, fun, and premium. He explains why every brand touchpoint either strengthens or weakens the brand, why the first three seconds matter more than ever in digital communication, and how AI is already transforming the way ideas are created, activated, and scaled. But this conversation is not only about brand leadership. It is also about people leadership. Stefan and Eliah talk about honesty, emotional intelligence, feedback, trust, and the importance of giving young talents more freedom and responsibility. Eliah shares why leadership means creating space for others to grow – and why the best ideas often come from the team, not from the top. A conversation about bold brands, human leadership, AI-powered creativity, and the courage to stand out without losing who you are. ––– Mehr von Eliah Werner // LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliah-werner/ ––– 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 if one of the most important leadership skills isn't speaking more clearly, making faster decisions, or solving problems more quickly—but simply being fully present?In this thoughtful conversation, psychologist and coach Dr. Pam Garcy shares practical ways to quiet the mental stories that pull us away from the people and moments that matter most. Drawing from her book The Present Coach, Pam explains why returning to the present is a practice, not a destination, and how slowing down allows us to respond with greater wisdom, calmness, and compassion.  Together we explore what happens in our minds and bodies when we're under pressure, why our presence influences everyone around us, and how simple daily practices can help us become steadier leaders, partners, parents, and friends. Along the way, Pam shares moving personal stories and practical techniques you can begin using immediately—including one surprisingly simple exercise that may forever change the way you drink your morning coffee.  Dr. Pam Garcy, PhD, is a licensed psychologist, coach, author, and teacher with over two decades of experience supporting individuals and professionals in meaningful personal change. Her work integrates psychological depth, presence-based practices, and practical tools for emotional regulation, self-leadership, and sustainable growth—an integration that forms the foundation of The Present Coach. You'll discoverWhy returning matters more than perfection Practical ways to regain calm under pressure How stories quietly shape your reactions Why your presence influences everyone around you Simple daily practices that build lasting awarenessConnect with Pam Garcy, PhD on Social MediaLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-d-garcy-ph-d-5507439/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DrPamGarcy/Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/drpamgarcyprosperityWebsite My Inner Guide https://www.myinnerguide.com/BooksThe Present Coach: Your Companion Guide to Traversing Life with Clientshttps://www.amazon.com/Present-Coach-Companion-Traversing-Clients/dp/1600252303 Check out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedIn

Doubt is a Signal, Not a Weakness| Martin J WattsAuthor of When Doubt Becomes Design, a prescriptive memoir about turning uncertainty into structure, perspective, and purpose.Get ready to stop thinking about doubt the way most of us were taught.Our next guest is Martin J Watts, author of When Doubt Becomes Design, a prescriptive memoir about turning uncertainty into structure, perspective, and purpose.Martin is an entrepreneur, builder, patented inventor, and founder with more than four decades of experience creating companies, products, teams, and new foundations when the path was not clear.He does not bring the standard corporate playbook about pushing through pressure or pretending confidence fixes everything. Martin helps us recognize the signal inside the pressure — so we can make better decisions, build stronger structure, and move forward with purpose.Get ready for real stories, clear answers, and a conversation that will change the way we understand doubt. Please welcome kickass CEO Martin J Watts.Links:http://www.martinjwatts.com/https://www.instagram.com/martin.watts.18/Tags:podcast for creatives,creative podcast,podcast creator interviews,professional podcast,creative podcasts,podcast host interviews,creative podcast ideas,Business Development,Business Strategy,Decision Making,Entrepreneur,Executive Leadership,Leadership Development,Personal Development,Self AwarenessSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page

What makes great executives stand out? I'm thrilled to share Part 1 of a 3-part series that will explore the foundations of positive leadership. Throughout this special set of episodes, I will be sharing the stage with Kevin Ford, the award-winning CEO of Calian who recently stepped down. In this episode, Kevin and I start the conversation by taking an honest look at why leading yourself matters most. We unpack the critical role of self-awareness, sharing a powerful personal journey that moved Kevin from early-career overconfidence to the life-changing benefits of welcoming tough feedback.We also discuss insightful research, amplified with real-life examples that makes the case that self-awareness isn't soft. Our discussion touches on structured approaches (like 360 reviews) and everyday, observational cues that help leaders read the room and adjust in real time. We reframe humility as a leadership strength, curiosity as the operational side of great leadership, and positivity as the superpower needed to weather today's challenges.If you're searching for ways to advance your leadership, build resilience, and foster authentic relationships, this episode provides an actionable roadmap to transform self-awareness from a buzzword into your most valuable asset.What You'll Learn- Self-Awareness is foundational- Feedback is a gift: Receive it well- Embracing (tough) feedback, can be transformative.- Make time for self-reflection.- Curiosity is operationalized humility.- Positive energy matters, especially in tough times.- Legacy is about the journey. Podcast Timestamps(00:00) - Introduction to the 3-Part Series(00:42) - Guest Introduction: Kevin Ford's Leadership Journey(03:26) - The Importance of Leading Yourself(04:11) – The Role of Self-Awareness in Executive Success(06:08) - Transformative Feedback: The Value of Tough Conversations(09:46) - Processing Feedback and Humility in Leadership(12:12) - Creating Upward Feedback Culture(14:24) - Reading the Room: Observational Self-Awareness(16:43) - Internal and External Self-Awareness(17:56) - Addressing Time Constraints and Feedback Reluctance(22:18) - Curiosity as a Driver of Self-Awareness(24:21) - Humility, Curiosity, and Leadership Legacy(29:04) - Self-Awareness and Decisive Leadership(32:59) - Positive Energy and Well-being in Leadership(37:48) - Practical Steps for Sustaining Positive Energy(41:45) - Final Reflections on Self-AwarenessKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Executive Feedback, 360 Assessments, Upward Feedback, Humility in Leadership, Curiosity, Culture, Authenticity, Positive Energy, Well-Being, Mental Health, Physical Health, Energy Management, Legacy, Organizational Culture, Coaching, Empathy, Constructive Criticism, Personal Growth, Employee Engagement, Resilience, Performance Review, Self-Reflection, Emotional Intelligence, CEO Success

Registration opened this week for the 3rd installment of the Encore program, the latest offering from the Watauga Leadership Institute. On this week's Mind Your Business, we visit with Dr. Jim Street, Curriculum Coordinator for the Watauga Leadership Institute and Founder of Ridgeline Leadership. He'll preview this year's Encore program, and we'll talk about the value of team and individual skill development, and how that applies to work, life, and helps define ones sense of community.Encore is a cohort-style course offers attendees the opportunity to expand their leadership knowledge, mindset, and skills. Each two-hour session will examine a specialty topic that builds off the core elements of the Watauga Leadership Institute curriculum, while encouraging the self-renewal of your guiding leadership principles.We'll also provide updates on two important and highly visible traffic projects currently underway in the Town of Boone.Mind Your Business is written and produced weekly by the Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. This podcast is made possible thanks to the sponsorship support of Appalachian Commercial Real Estate.Catch the show each Thursday afternoon at 5PM on WATA (1450AM & 96.5FM) in Boone.Support the show

Have you ever felt trapped in your own business? Atiba de Souza, author of 'The Delegation Trap', has witnessed leaders at the top of their game unintentionally become the chokepoint in their own organizations. In this Start With a Win episode, you'll discover how to break free from the delegation trap, empower your team, and build a business that thrives beyond your direct involvement. Learn the secrets to fostering a culture of independence and innovation, and why asking the right questions is the key to leadership success in the modern world.Atiba de Souza is an author, entrepreneur, and relationship mentor who helps leaders break free from burnout and build teams that take ownership. He wrote The Delegation Trap: It's Not Them, It's You, a story-driven guide teaching leaders how to let go of every task and get results that shine. With 25+ years running gyms, bakeries, and food service companies and coaching National Championship youth football teams, he knows firsthand what it takes to turn average performance into excellence. His mission is simple: transform overwhelmed bosses into confident leaders of teams that thrive, even when they're not in the room.00:00 Intro01:38 I didn't mean to be an author…04:27 Be very open when it comes to this in leadership! 08:01 I want them to leave my company.11:35 My first AI project…13:48 What is a thinking partner? 18:50 Can our society switch the academic space?24:01 Reality is, what we have seen before and the difference this time is this…26:20 Rewind the last 15 seconds and LISTEN again!   29:38 It has changed, never had an answer in five years like this!===========================Subscribe and Listen to the Start With a Win Podcast HERE:

Your team isn't responding to your intentions. They never were.In the Season 3 premiere of The Inner Edge, executive coach Janet Ioli introduces the concept that will anchor the entire season: your leadership imprint. This is the gap between how you believe you show up and how your team actually experiences you.After reading more than 1,600 360-degree feedback assessments across two decades of coaching senior leaders inside Fortune 100 companies, Janet has found the same pattern again and again: good intentions and real impact rarely match. And that invisible gap is quietly shaping your team's trust, candor, and performance.This episode kicks off an eight-part series on the seven leadership traps, based on Janet's upcoming book, Escape the Traps (releasing October 2026). Each episode unpacks one trap that catches even the most well-intentioned leaders and how to escape it.If you're a leader who's ever wondered why your team isn't responding the way you expect, this season is for you.Chapters:00:00:00 Your Team Is Not Responding to Your Intention 00:05:41 Defining Leadership Imprint 00:08:13 The Trap of Good Intentions 00:10:10 Introducing the Seven Traps 00:13:31 This Week's Practice: Pause, Choose, Lead 00:16:18 Next Episode: Trap OneRead the first chapter of Escape The Traps (available October 2026): https://mailchi.mp/5d2dbf42009c/escape-the-traps-chapterConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedIn: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliYouTube: @janetioliIf you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days, check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.  Produced by Ideablossoms 

Your leadership style isn't the problem. Your default is.The gap between how you're leading and what the person in front of you actually needs is one of the most common and most invisible places leaders get stuck. Most of us default to one mode and don't notice the mismatch until something breaks down.Suzie Bishop has spent over a decade at the Center for Leadership Studies helping leaders close that gap and strengthen their leadership effectiveness. Her new book, Situational Leadership, puts nearly sixty years of research into a practical framework for reading the situation, building leadership flexibility, and adapting your approach.Suzie walks through the four leadership styles, how to read what someone needs in a given situation, and how to adapt your approach to coach, develop leaders, and lead through influence.The best leaders don't pick one style and commit. They pause, assess the situation, and flex to have the impact you intend.You'll Learn:Why "leadership is influence" reframes how you lead, and why influence has nothing to do with manipulation or controlHow to diagnose what someone needs, and why one person can require four different approaches in the same conversationHow leadership flexibility and adaptability differ—and why knowing the styles isn't the same as knowing when to use themWhy only asking coaching questions can leave people stuck, and how to know when to step in with more directive leadershipHow the "power of the pause" helps you move from reacting out of habit to adapting with intentionABOUT MY GUEST:Suzie Bishop is VP of Product Development at The Center for Leadership Studies. She's a Certified Professional in Training Management, a Stakeholder Centered Coach, and a Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coach. Suzie is co-author of Situational Leadership: The Model for Leading Others, Navigating Change and Unlocking Performance and is currently writing her next book, Match: How to Meet Leaders Where They Are, with Marshall Goldsmith.IMPORTANT LINKS:Full episode show notes: ChainOfLearning.com/81 Connect with Suzie Bishop: linkedin.com/in/suzie-bishop Purchase a copy: Situational Leadership: The Model for Leading Others, Navigating Change and Unlocking Performance by Suzie Bishop and Sam ShriverMatch: How to Meet Leaders Where They Are by Suzie Bishop and Marshall Goldsmith (November 2026)Learn more about The Center for Leadership Studies: situational.comFollow 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:02:52 Why leadership is influence, not control04:43 Creating the conditions without controlling06:51 What Situational Leadership looks like in practice07:35 Flexibility vs. adaptability: the critical difference07:48 The four Situational Leadership styles11:41 How to recognize your natural leadership tendency13:08 When asking questions isn't effective coaching16:46 How to be directive without taking away ownership17:37 The cost of not adapting how you lead21:37 Why organizations need a common leadership language24:05 Creating the conditions for people to ask for help25:24 The leadership challenge even top executives struggle with29:06 How to give direction without taking over30:33 Influence versus control when you have authority31:06 Three types of power that shape your influence32:51 Why trust is your most important source of power36:02 The difference between flexibility and adaptability37:08 Practice an intention pause before you respond Learn more and apply for the November 2026 cohort of my Japan Leadership Experience: https://kbjanderson.com/japantrip/

How do you turn military leadership into a powerful business advantage? Eric L. Johnson II of Flavor Hills breaks down how discipline, brand strategy, leadership, and community engagement have helped grow a standout Black-owned hospitality brand. From shaping the customer experience to expanding into new markets, Eric shares lessons on building a brand people remember and a company culture people want to be part of. For entrepreneurs, veterans, and business leaders looking to scale with intention, this episode offers practical insights on leadership, marketing, and sustainable growth. Resources & Mentions

Most organizations can describe their values. The real challenge is helping people live them when pressure, habits, and competing priorities get in the way. In this thought-provoking conversation, Stephen Paskoff explains why changing behavior—not simply communicating expectations—is the true work of leadership. Drawing on four decades of experience helping organizations create respectful, accountable workplaces, Steve shares unforgettable stories that reveal how managers shape culture, why habits matter more than policies, and what it really takes to influence behavior over time. You'll hear the remarkable healthcare stories that transformed Steve's thinking, the leadership lesson he learned as a teenager selling shoes, and a simple exercise that will forever change how you think about leading people. Whether you're responsible for one employee or thousands, this episode will challenge you to move beyond values statements and begin creating the daily behaviors that define exceptional cultures. Stephen is the founder and Chair of Employment Learning Innovations, Inc. (ELI), a learning and human capital consulting company. ELI works with public and private organizations to build lawful, productive workplaces that maximize results and reduce compliance and other risks. He is a nationally recognized speaker and author on workplace legal issues. Before founding ELI in 1986, Stephen was an EEOC trial attorney and partner in a management law firm. He is the author of two books, Teaching Big Shots to Behave and Other Human Resource Challenges and Civility Rules! A New Business Approach for Boosting Results and Cutting Risks.  You'll discoverWhy values alone don't change behavior How leaders build lasting workplace habits What managers communicate without realizing it Why respect drives better business results How everyday actions shape organizational culture Connect with Stephen Paskoff on Social MediaLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliinc  Website Employment Learning Innovations https://eliinc.com/ BooksCivility Rules! A New Business Approach for Boosting Results and Cutting Risks  https://www.amazon.com/CIVILITY-Business-Approach-Boosting-Results/dp/0692601570  Teaching Big Shots to Behave and Other Human Resource Challenges  https://www.amazon.com/Teaching-Shots-Behave-Resources-Challenges/dp/0975895001 Check out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedIn

Everyone has experienced anxiety at one point in time. But as high-achieving individuals, we need tools to be able to get us out of anxiety and back into action. What you'll learn in this episode: Why you experience anxietyHow anxiety shows up in high-performing individualsRecommendations for managing anxietyTools you can use anywhere at anytime to manage your anxiety Mentioned on the showBox Breathing TechniqueMental Health ResourcesWorldwide Support HotlineU.S. Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255Mental Health & Suicide Resources National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) on Suicide PreventionMental Health List of Educational ProgramsBefrienders Mental Health ResourceFinal Local SupportMental Health Center LocatorEarly Serious Mental Illness Treatment LocatorSubstance Use Treatment LocatorBehavioral Health Treatment Services Locator  Support the showJill Griffin, is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh. She works with senior leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and lead with greater clarity and intention.With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy. Visit GriffinMethod.com to learn more about working together:The Next Era Leader An 12-week cohort for women leaders ready to expand their capacity and lead through complexity with clarity and intentionExecutive Coaching & Leadership Advisory 1:1 strategic partnership for leaders navigating growth, transition, and what's nextConnect with Jill for Leadership Development for Organizations and Speaking & WorkshopsInstagram: @JillGriffinOffical

What You'll Learn in This Episode:In this episode, Patrick Adams is joined by Paul Doyle and Shawna Hondorp for a preview of their sessions at the Lean Solutions Summit. Together, they explore two critical topics shaping today's organizations: developing leaders through intentional systems and using AI to strengthen talent acquisition without losing the human connection.The conversation dives into why leadership development should be treated as a business process rather than a training program, how specific leadership behaviors can be standardized and developed across every level of an organization, and why AI works best when paired with a thoughtful strategy. Shawna also shares practical insights into using AI responsibly in recruiting, emphasizing transparency, compliance, and the importance of maintaining authentic human relationships throughout the hiring process.Whether you're leading a team, developing future leaders, building an AI strategy, or improving your hiring process, this episode provides practical insights for creating stronger leaders, smarter systems, and more intentional organizations.Key Takeaways:Leadership development is a business process—not just a training programStrong leadership is built through intentional behaviors and systemsAI should enhance human connection, not replace itA successful AI strategy requires intentionality, transparency, and trustLinks: https://www.findleansolutions.com/https://www.findleansolutions.com/lean-summit/

In this episode of Learning for Good, I sit down with nonprofit leader Melody Lam to explore how she built a coaching culture by training first-time managers to coach.Coaching sounds like the obvious solution when new managers struggle to have hard conversations with their teams, but it often gets treated as a perk reserved for executives, and the cost of outside coaches can make the whole idea feel out of reach. Melody's experience shows that coaching does not have to start big or expensive, it can start with a simple model, a willing pilot group, and two minutes of practice at a time.▶️ When to Choose Coaching as Your Leadership Development Solution with Melody Lam▶️ Key Points:00:00:00 Why Nonprofits Need Coaches, Not Just Training00:03:50 Melody's Path into Nonprofit Leadership Development00:07:39 The Benefits of Coaching Across Organizations00:11:45 Building Emotional Buy-In for Coaching00:14:39 Making Coaching Accessible with a Limited Budget00:19:13 Piloting and Scaling Coaching Across the Organization00:21:01 Coaching Results: From Technical Skills to Coaching Culture00:23:42 Where to Start with Coaching (Even with Limited Time or Budget)Resources from this episode:E175: How One Nonprofit Used Habit Stacking to Improve Feedback Skills with Amy GloverThe Extraordinary Coach: How the Best Leaders Help Others Grow by John Zenger and Kathleen StinnettJoin us for our next Nonprofit L&D Collective networking event on August 19: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/join-the-nonprofit-learning-and-development-collective Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collectiveConnect with MelodyLinkedIn: Melody L.Connect with HeatherLinkedIn: Heather BurrightWebsite: skillmastersmarket.comBook an interest call with Heather here.⭐Was this episode helpful? If you're listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, follow and leave a review!

Leaders set goals by defining where they want to go. Today, we're back in the archives with another episode from Getting Better. Goals aren't just about productivity; they're about clarity of direction. When the destination is clear, you're far more likely to persevere through the challenges along the way and ultimately reach the destination.

Send us Fan MailScarcity is loud. It tells us there's not enough money, not enough compassion, not enough hope, and not enough time to help. In our final Summer Shorts episode, The Rev. Kenya Thompson, Vicar of Church of the Common Ground, offers a different narrative rooted in the miracle of Matthew 14:13–21, where Jesus feeds the 5,000. Miracles, she reminds us, are signs of God's presence breaking into ordinary life, revealing abundance where we assume there's only emptiness.In this episode, Melissa has a conversation with Kenya about everyday miracles, Jesus' creativity, and what "enough" really looks like. Together, they explore practical ways to show up for our neighbors—especially the most vulnerable—even when we feel our own resources are limited. Listen in for the full conversation. Born in Washington, D.C., and raised in Indianapolis, Kenya attended Howard University, graduating in 1992. She later earned a master's in education from American University in 1996. For over 20 years, she worked in education, including as a high school guidance and college counselor for 15 years. Kenya joined St. George's Episcopal Church in 1995 and was confirmed that year. After discerning a call to ministry, she earned her M.Div. from Candler School of Theology – Emory University and was ordained in 2018. Her time working in China deeply impacted her spiritually, as she witnessed God's love through the kindness of strangers, even those not Christian. Since ordination, Kenya has served in various roles, including Vicar at Church of the Common Ground, Associate Rector at Holy Innocents' Episcopal Church, and Director of Leadership Development at Emmaus House. She is passionate about caring for the forgotten and the unwelcome. She considers being a priest an honor and a blessing and looks forward to future opportunities to love and serve God.Support the showFollow us on IG and FB at Bishop Rob Wright. 

"Meaning is about being mindful of the effect you have on other people."What makes a life meaningful? We often think purpose and meaning are the same thing, but according to Stanford professor Brian Lowery, they're fundamentally different. Purpose is what drives us. Meaning comes from the impact we have on others. In this live episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart from Stanford's LEAD Me2We event, Lowery and Matt Abrahams examine how our relationships shape who we become, why sincerity matters more than authenticity, and how leaders influence others through every interaction. Along the way, they share practical insights on giving better feedback, building stronger connections, and creating workplaces where people can thrive.Key Takeaways:Meaning comes from your impact on others. Purpose is what drives your actions, but meaning grows when your work positively influences the people around you and continues beyond your own involvement.The way you show up shapes the people around you. Leaders create better teams by practicing self-awareness, communicating with sincerity, and giving feedback that recognizes people's intentions while helping them grow.Activity:Notice your influence. At the end of each workday, write down one interaction that may have shaped someone else's experience—positively or negatively. Reflect on what you communicated beyond your words and what you want to do differently tomorrow.Episode Reference Links:Brian LoweryEp.23 Look Within: How to Lead with Self Awareness and VulnerabilityEp.84 Quick Thinks: How Others Define Us  Ep.142 Power and Persuasion: Live Insights from Stanford Experts Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:39) - Purpose vs. Meaning (02:12) - The Ripple Effect of Meaning (04:06) - How Others Shape Who We Are (05:20) - The Leader's Role in Shaping Others (08:58) - Self-Awareness & Psychological Safety (11:48) - Sincerity vs. "True Self" (12:53) - Feedback For Grow (17:13) - Becoming Better Humans (18:46) - Conclusion ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.With LinkedIn Hiring Pro, you can hire with confidence, knowing you're getting the best talent for your needs. Get started by posting your job for free at linkedin.com/fast

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"When there's a gap between our intention and our impact, we diminish others and our communication."The best leaders don't succeed because they have all the answers—they succeed because they bring out the best thinking in others. Liz Wiseman, executive advisor, CEO of the Wiseman Group, and author of the million-copy bestseller Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter, has spent years studying why some leaders amplify the intelligence around them while others unintentionally hold people back. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Wiseman joins Matt Abrahams to explore the habits of multiplier leaders, the subtle ways well-intentioned managers accidentally diminish their teams, and how curiosity, trust, and thoughtful communication create environments where people can do their best work. Together, they share practical strategies for leading with greater impact by aligning your intentions with the experience you create for others.Key Takeaways:Great leaders multiply, not diminish. Create trust, ask more than you tell, and challenge people to do their best thinking instead of stepping in with the answers.Good intentions aren't enough. The most effective communicators pay attention to the impact of their actions, ensuring their support empowers others rather than unintentionally holding them back.Activity:Ask the multiplier question. At the end of your next one-on-one or team meeting, ask: "What do you need from me to do your best work?" Listen without jumping in to solve the problem. Focus on understanding what will help others think, contribute, and perform at their highest level.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Liz WisemanLiz's Book: Multipliers147. Disrupt Yourself: How to Innovate Who You Are and Become Who You Can Be212. Break It to Make It: Disrupt Your Way to the Perfect Job FitConnect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:55) - Multipliers vs. Diminishers (02:26) - The Habits That Hold Teams Back (03:54) - Safety, Stretch, & Trust (05:12) - Curiosity Over Control (06:56) - The Most Important Leadership Question (09:14) - Becoming an Impact Player (12:20) - When Good Intentions Backfire (15:54) - Accidental Diminishing (19:47) - The Final Three Questions (25:07) - Conclusion