Podcasts about Leadership

Featuring Andrew Razumovsky, co-founder of CANDA Solutions, this episode of *Growth Think Tank* explores what it takes to scale a company, develop leaders, and build an organization that can operate beyond the founders. Founded in 2008, CANDA Solutions has grown into an Inc. 5000 Rank No. 538 (2026) company serving federal government needs in vetting, adjudication, and investigations management. Andrew shares lessons from CANDA's growth journey, including bringing in outside coaching to sharpen strategy, establish metrics, and strengthen leadership. He also discusses using AI to analyze data while keeping human judgment at the center and empowering teams to solve problems independently. Episode Highlights & Time Stamps 0:03 Founder Growth Challenge 4:06 Building Kenda Solutions 5:01 AI and Human Judgment 7:58 Early Growth and Founder Dependence 10:19 Learning to Ask for Help 14:02 Growing Leaders Internally 18:08 Starfish Leadership Model 21:15 Advice for Scaling Founders

The Assistant Habits Weekly Planner is designed to help you lead well through consistent action. In many ways, Assistant Habits is a rebirth of my very first resource for assistants: the 30-Day Assistant Challenge email course. That original course was built on a simple belief – that small, consistent actions compound into real growth. Assistant Habits carries that same idea forward, one action at a time.My passion is to help assistants like you lead well, resist burnout, and automate before you're automated. Every action in the Assistant Habits Weekly Planner reflects that mission and is practical, specific, and immediately useful on the job.Are you up for the challenge?Check out the Assistant Habits Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.com/weekly-plannerShow notes -> leaderassistant.com/391--It's the last day of the offsite and it was exactly what the team needed. The CEO pulls you aside to say, “Thank you. This was next level.”Your secret? You used Offsite. They handled the venues, negotiations, and logistics – so you could focus on shaping the experience.Sound too good to be true? It's actually within reach. (And it can even save you money.)See how at leaderassistant.com/offsite. --Are you ready to level up? Enroll in The Leader Assistant Academy at leaderassistant.com/academy to embrace the Leader Assistant frameworks used by thousands of assistants.More from The Leader Assistant...Free Community -> leaderassistant.com/communityBook, Audiobook, and Workbook -> leaderassistantbook.comAssistant Habits App and Weekly Planner -> assistanthabits.comEvents -> leaderassistantlive.comThe Leader Assistant Academy -> leaderassistantbook.com/academy Premium Membership -> leaderassistant.com/membership

In Episode 373 of The Canine Paradigm, Glenn Cooke and Pat Stuart sit down with David McKelson, founder of Pro Dog Training. David has one of the more unusual backgrounds in Australian dog training. Before moving into dogs, he spent 17 years working in zoos. Much of that time was centred around elephant handling and training. He also worked with marine mammals and assisted with the training of many other species. Those included gorillas, giraffes and maned wolves. That experience gave David a very different perspective on training, animal welfare, staff development and risk management. From Elephants to Dog Training David’s career with animals began in a small wildlife park before he eventually secured a position at a major zoo. Early in his career, he worked across several departments. He eventually moved into elephant handling, where he remained for many years. Working with elephants carried serious consequences. David explains that when things go wrong with an elephant, the result may not simply be an injury. That reality shaped the way his team approached training. Clear systems mattered. Preparation mattered. Staff development mattered. David also became increasingly focused on creating training processes that reduced unnecessary errors. Over time, he travelled internationally and worked alongside experienced elephant trainers in Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States and Asia. Animal Welfare, Suppression and Enrichment One of the strongest parts of the episode explores the relationship between training and animal welfare. David discusses elephants that had experienced heavily suppressive handling earlier in life. Some became extremely difficult and potentially dangerous. One female elephant provides a particularly striking example. She rarely vocalised and displayed repetitive behaviour. She also struggled to settle and sleep normally. After she was introduced to another female elephant, her behaviour changed dramatically. She began vocalising and later started lying down to sleep. The discussion highlights the importance of social needs, enrichment and appropriate relationships. It also raises a larger question. Are animal management decisions always being made because they improve welfare, or are some decisions influenced by how things appear to the public? Training Versus Public Perception David explains how elephant management within zoos began changing. There was increasing pressure to move away from free-contact programs and towards protected-contact systems. Safety was part of that discussion. Public perception was another. David describes the difficulty of balancing staff safety, animal welfare and the opportunities created through training. The group also discusses how removing training opportunities can sometimes create another problem. Animals still require stimulation. They need opportunities to move, solve problems, interact and engage with their environment. David makes the point that training itself can be an important form of enrichment. That same principle carries directly into dogs. What This Means for Dogs Glenn, Pat and David draw several comparisons between zoo animals and domestic dogs. Simply providing more space does not automatically create better welfare. An animal can have space and still lack meaningful activity. Dogs in boarding or daycare environments may also struggle when they spend too much time without appropriate interaction or stimulation. The conversation examines the importance of enrichment, training and experienced staff. Good animal care requires people who can observe behaviour and recognise when something is beginning to change. That can be particularly important in daycare environments, where group dynamics can shift quickly. Building Pro Dog Training After leaving the zoo industry, David began moving into professional dog training. He completed the NDTF Certificate III and continued developing his practical dog training experience. David later established Pro Dog Training. The business developed from dog training and daycare into a much larger professional operation. Training eventually became approximately 70 per cent of the business. At the time of this conversation, the West Footscray operation was delivering around 80 private lessons each week, along with approximately 40 to 50 classes. David explains that one of the areas he is most proud of is client retention. Many clients who begin with puppy training continue progressing through higher levels of the Pro Dog system. Leadership and Developing Trainers David’s zoo career also shaped the way he approaches staff development. He had already spent years managing teams before entering the dog training industry. That included dealing with strong personalities, workplace culture and the challenges that come with highly specialised animal professionals. David explains that technical skill is only one part of building a good organisation. Communication matters. Leadership matters. Culture matters. Those principles later became central to the way Pro Dog developed. Creating Safer Dog Daycare Systems Pro Dog also takes a structured approach to daycare. Dogs generally attend on the same day each week rather than entering the system casually. This allows the team to develop more stable groups. David believes this creates a safer environment and allows staff to understand the individual dogs more thoroughly. The group also discusses one of the biggest mistakes new daycare operations can make. Growing too quickly can create significant risk. Adding large numbers of unfamiliar dogs into an inexperienced system can quickly overwhelm staff and destabilise groups. Good daycare requires patience, observation and competent supervision. Systems, Franchising and Business Growth The discussion then moves into franchising and business systems. David explains that Pro Dog spent considerable time developing its operating procedures before offering franchise opportunities. The business created extensive systems, manuals and processes. However, David does not believe documentation replaces good leadership. Franchise operators still need support, communication and access to experienced people. He also explains that Pro Dog is not pursuing growth at any cost. In fact, David says they often try to talk potential franchise applicants out of proceeding. The objective is to find people who understand the workload and genuinely want to operate the system properly. Dr Stuart Hilliard The episode finishes with a discussion about Dr Stuart Hilliard and his upcoming Australian seminars. David explains Stuart’s background in working dogs, behavioural science and military dog programs. The seminars will explore topics including Pavlovian conditioning, instrumental conditioning, reward, sign tracking, goal tracking and ethology. The discussion also touches on Stuart’s long history in working dogs and his contribution to the development of modern training knowledge. For serious dog trainers, David believes the opportunity to learn from someone with Stuart’s depth of experience is significant. A Conversation About More Than Dogs Episode 373 covers much more than David McKelson’s journey into dog training. It explores animal welfare, enrichment, risk, leadership, business systems and the consequences of removing meaningful activity from intelligent animals. Most importantly, it asks a question that applies across many areas of animal training. Are we making decisions because they genuinely improve the animal’s life, or because they are easier to explain and defend publicly? That question runs throughout David’s story, from elephants and zoo management through to dogs, daycare and professional training. Further Details Learn more about David McKelson and Pro Dog Training, including their dog training programs, daycare services and professional education. You can also follow Pro Dog Training through their social media channels for updates on workshops and future events. Support The Canine Paradigm through Patreon for access to additional content and the podcast archive. You can also follow The Canine Paradigm through your preferred podcast platform, YouTube and the Canine Paradigm Discussion Group. If you enjoy the show, leaving a review, subscribing and sharing episodes helps new listeners discover the podcast.

In the Best of the Bears this week, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed Chicago's strong rushing attack and reflected on running back D'Andre Swift's praise of head coach Ben Johnson's leadership; Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor joined Score Mornings to discuss the latest Bears storylines after they held an intense joint practice against the Titans; and Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes detailed how Johnson gets annoyed when he's asked about the 2025 season.

Leadership is not about having all the right answers or knowing exactly what to do in every situation. Godly leadership begins with seeking God, following His direction, and then leading others as you follow Him. Abraham did not receive every detail about where God was taking him before he started moving; he had to trust God and follow one step at a time. In the same way, leaders will often face situations where they do not know exactly what comes next, but they can still lead by staying close to God and obeying what He reveals. Your responsibility as a leader is not to know everything; it is to faithfully follow God so that the people following you are ultimately being led toward Him. __________ Matthew 6:33 NKJV, Genesis 12:1 NKJV and 1 Corinthians 11:1 KJV __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________    

In the Best of the Bears this week, Leila Rahimi and Mark Grote discussed Chicago's strong rushing attack and reflected on running back D'Andre Swift's praise of head coach Ben Johnson's leadership; Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor joined Score Mornings to discuss the latest Bears storylines after they held an intense joint practice against the Titans; and Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes detailed how Johnson gets annoyed when he's asked about the 2025 season.

Cass Cooper, founder of “Know Better, Do Better Consulting” - a leadership and business strategy consultancy, who helps professionals and organisations navigate growth, burnout, communication challenges, and workplace culture in healthier, more sustainable ways.Through consulting, speaking, content strategy, and leadership development, Cass supports leaders, founders, and professionals to build careers and businesses that are successful without losing themselves in the process.Now, Cass's journey as a solo parent, business owner, speaker, and human-centred leadership strategist demonstrates what it looks like to pursue ambition, visibility, and impact while redefining success beyond constant hustle.And while helping others lead through burnout, workplace trauma, AI change, and big transitions, she is also learning how to build a business that supports her life instead of consuming it.Here's where to find more:www.iamcasscooper.com LinkedIn: www.Linkedin.com/in/cassrcooper Tiktok/IG: @just_cass2.0https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/right-there-with-you/id1838560673________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We're Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we're here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it's through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you're not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here:https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself

In this episode, I break down why everything rises or falls with leadership from families and relationships to classrooms, teams, governments, and businesses. Leadership is more than giving instructions or holding authority. It is choosing the right people, understanding what drives them, setting the standard, creating momentum, solving problems, developing potential, and preparing people for what comes next. If everyone under your leadership remains confused, uninspired, unequipped, and unprepared, you cannot keep blaming them. At some point, the leader must answer for what their leadership continues to produce.Watch the documentary: Change the family tree⁠⁠Buy my book Above the illusion. ⁠Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. ⁠https://a.co/d/8w516R7

Send us Fan MailSend us Fan MailIn this thought-provoking episode of Living the Dream with Curveball, we are joined by Tony Tenaglier, an author and manufacturing leader who challenges conventional notions of work, burnout, and success. Tony lives by the mantra "say what you do, do what you say," and shares his insights on reshaping our understanding of work in today's fast-paced world.Tony opens up about his journey in the aerospace manufacturing industry and the motivation behind his podcast, *Work Sucks, But I Like It*. He discusses the importance of embracing the grit and friction that comes with work, rather than chasing superficial metrics of success. With a focus on intrinsic motivation, Tony emphasizes the need for a shift from merely doing tasks to truly being present in our work.Listeners will explore the dynamics of burnout, the role of leadership in creating engaging work environments, and the paradox of finding joy in work while simultaneously wishing to be anywhere else. Tony also delves into the significance of internal dialogue and the power of appreciation in combating the challenges of modern work culture.What You'll Learn in This Episode:- The impact of societal expectations on our understanding of work and success- Strategies for recognizing and achieving flow states in the workplace- The role of active listening in fostering employee engagement- Insights from Tony's books, including *The Impression of a Good Life* and *Don't Let Life Pass You By*- An introduction to his upcoming book, *In a Rush to Go Nowhere*For more information on Tony Tenaglier, his books, and his podcast, visit www.worksucksbutIlikeit.com and connect with him for more inspiring conversations.Support the show

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Ike Reese and Eliot Shorr-Parks break down the shifting leadership dynamics of the Philadelphia 76ers following the arrival of LeBron James. They also evaluate Jalen Hurts' work ethic during Eagles training camp and discuss the competitive roster battles at offensive tackle between Markel Bell and Fred Johnson.

The world lost a legend recently, and we wanted in some small way to pay tribute to the great Dolly Parton. So we're playing you an episode from a series we had a small part in back in 2017, Dolly Parton's America. The series kicked off with a simple question: How did the queen of the boob joke become a feminist icon? Helen Morales, author of “Pilgrimage to Dollywood,” gave us a stern directive – look at the lyrics! So we dive into Dolly's discography, starting with the early period of what Dolly calls “sad ass songs” to find remarkably prescient words of female pain, slut-shaming, domestic violence, and women being locked away in asylums by cheating husbands. We explore how Dolly took the centuries-old tradition of the Appalachian “murder ballad”—an oral tradition of men singing songs about brutally killing women—and flipped the script, singing from the woman's point of view. And as her career progresses, the songs expand beyond the pain to tell tales of leaving abuse behind. How can such pro-woman lyrics come from someone who despises the word feminism? Best to let Dolly tell you herself. EPISODE CREDITS: Reported by - Jad Abumrad and Shima Oliaee Produced by - Jad Abumrad with help from - W. Harry Fortuna Original music from - Alex Overington Sound design contributed by - Alex Overington and Edited by - Suzie Lechtenberg Signup for our newsletter!! It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Sign up (https://radiolab.org/newsletter)! Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today. Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org. Leadership support for Radiolab's science programming is provided by the Simons Foundation and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailBrandon Burton is a retired Captain who served for 20 years with the Nebraska Army National Guard, including two combat deployments to Afghanistan in 2008 and 2013. An engineer officer, instructor and former commander of the 623rd Engineer Company, Brandon's military career took him from leading soldiers overseas to training the next generation of Guard officers. He retired from uniformed service in 2022 and is the author of Authority Without Control: A Memoir on Conflict, Restraint, and Leadership.Get Brandon's book here: https://us.amazon.com/Authority-Without-Control-Restraint-Leadership/dp/B0HB1H9HK3Support the show

In this episode of The Jess Larsen Show on Innovation & Leadership, Jess sits down with Sam Bremner for a fascinating conversation on licensing, private equity, brand psychology, and the hidden business model behind some of the world's most powerful intellectual property. Sam breaks down why licensing should not be treated as a side project or simple marketing play, but as a serious engine for low-capital, high-margin growth. From Harry Potter and Marvel to Care Bears, Starbucks, branded real estate, and luxury experiences, Sam explains how the smartest companies turn intellectual property, nostalgia, identity, and emotional connection into billion-dollar businesses. Jess and Sam also explore the rise of branded real estate, why consumers pay premiums for authenticity and experience, and how companies can use licensing to expand without taking on all the risk of manufacturing, inventory, shipping, or retail execution. Sam shares how Care Bears continues to connect with audiences through love, caring, sharing, nostalgia, collaborations, and global licensing partnerships. The conversation also goes deeper into leadership, ownership, private equity, and why Sam believes the best investors and operators understand both numbers and human behavior. He explains why people are predictable, why brands operate like relationships, and why the future belongs to leaders who can recognize patterns, move fast, and connect capital with emotion. This episode is a sharp look at how licensing really works, why feelings drive purchasing decisions, and how founders, investors, and brand builders can monetize identity, authenticity, and culture in ways most businesses completely overlook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To refuse to surrender to apathy by exposing your artistic instincts to the light of day is to really live. We all were ever so creative as kids. Sadly, too many good souls have lost that connection as we have matured into adulthood. To dream and imagine and envision your highest possibilities is to breathe aliveness into your days.My latest book “The Wealth Money Can't Buy” is full of fresh ideas and original tools that I'm absolutely certain will cause quantum leaps in your positivity, productivity, wellness, and happiness. You can order it now by clicking here.FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookYouTube

Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com #thePOZcast is proud to welcome Dalia as our newest partner. Dalia helps employers convert more career-site traffic into qualified applicants by giving job seekers a universal candidate profile that eliminates repetitive applications and streamlines the application process. Learn more (link below) https://www.dalia.co/audit?utm_source=pos About: I'm joined by two leaders who have built careers around one simple idea: great businesses are built by great people. First is Josh Robinson, a transformational executive with more than 20 years of experience leading finance, technology, and business strategy across organizations ranging from $50 million to $7 billion in revenue. Josh is known for building high-performing teams, creating cultures that attract top talent, and helping companies think big, start small, and scale fast. Joining him is Mike Nathan, a Navy veteran, entrepreneur, investor, and startup builder who's helped launch, advise, and invest in more than a dozen companies across industries. From Search & Rescue Swimmer to founder, board member, and operator, Mike believes that business is one of the most powerful vehicles for creating meaningful impact for people and communities. Together, Josh and Mike bring an incredible combination of operational excellence, entrepreneurial grit, and people-first leadership. I'm excited to dive into their journeys, what they've learned building companies and cultures, and where they see the future of work and leadership heading next. Key Takeaways: Not every high performer should become a manager. Companies need meaningful advancement paths for strong individual contributors instead of forcing them into leadership roles they may not want or be equipped for. Leadership is less about having every answer and more about building the right team. Great leaders trust subject-matter experts, ask better questions, and create the conditions for others to execute. Authenticity builds more trust than pretending to know everything. Employees respond better to leaders who admit what they do not know and work alongside the team to find the answer. Conviction can matter as much as competency. Skills may get someone through the interview process, but genuine belief in the company's mission determines whether they will remain committed when things get difficult. A founder's ability to delegate is a critical indicator of scalability. Founders who constantly say “I,” control every decision, and cannot step away will eventually become the bottleneck in their own business. Raising capital should serve a specific goal, not someone's ego. Companies should pursue funding when it accelerates product development, sales, expansion, or a planned exit, not because announcing a major round has become a status symbol. AI is creating the rise of the “Army of One.” Individuals and small teams can now use AI, outsourcing, and personal branding to produce the output and profitability once associated with much larger organizations. Take the “Army of One” seriously, but not literally. AI can dramatically increase individual productivity, but growing companies will still need talented people when complexity, scale, and human connection demand them. Replacing employees with AI is often the wrong strategy. The greater opportunity is to give employees AI tools, remove repetitive work, and redeploy people into more valuable roles that improve service and generate revenue. The professionals who thrive will combine expertise with AI fluency. Human judgment, technical knowledge, and relationship skills will remain valuable, but people who fail to learn how to apply AI within their field risk being left behind.     Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Impact 01:43 Personal Leadership Journeys 05:19 The Role of Individual Contributors vs. Leaders 08:12 Evolving Beliefs About Leadership 09:48 Hiring Talent vs. Building Executable Teams 12:44 Evaluating Founders and Their Potential 14:43 Post-Mortem Analysis of Failed Startups 15:52 The Right Time to Raise Capital 17:52 The Army of One Myth and AI's Role 26:51 AI's Impact on Jobs and Company Culture 32:28 The Importance of Human Expertise in a Tech-Driven World 33:16 Hiring for Heart: The Key to Successful Interviews 35:21 Assessing Compatibility: The Role of Personality in Hiring 37:49 Radical Transparency in Leadership and Its Challenges 41:33 Risky Decisions: Career Moments That Changed Everything 45:06 Debunking Business Clichés: What Needs to Die 47:40 AI: Signal or Hype? Perspectives on Job Disruption 51:57 Investing in Healthcare: The Future of Tech-Enabled Solutions 54:13 Legacy: What Do We Want to Be Remembered For? 55:36 Defining Success: Balancing Personal and Professional Life    

Give God One Night a Week—and Watch What Happens What if the biggest thing keeping you from making a difference for God isn't a lack of talent, knowledge, or spirituality? What if you're simply too busy? In this episode of the Rob Skinner Podcast, Rob offers one simple challenge: Leave one night open. Choose one night every week and dedicate it to investing spiritually in another person. Study the Bible with someone searching for God. Mentor a younger Christian. Encourage someone who is struggling. Follow up with a new Christian. Train a future leader. It doesn't sound dramatic—but Rob has seen what happens when this simple decision is repeated week after week. After moving to Boston, Rob began studying the Bible with a young man named Wale. Wale became a Christian, but their time together didn't stop after his baptism. They kept Tuesday nights open, sharing dinner, studying the Bible, talking about life, character, relationships, leadership, and his walk with God. Today, Wale is leading his own small group. Rob shares another example from years earlier. Every Tuesday night for approximately three years, Chris Schwarzenberger spent time with Rob and his family. Chris would later become an evangelist and continues serving in ministry today. Neither story started with a massive program. Tuesday night was simply available. Rob also looks at Jesus' example in John 1. When two seekers wanted to know more about him, Jesus didn't squeeze them into a 15-minute appointment. He invited them to come with him and gave them his time. Because relationships take time. Bible studies take time. Mentoring takes time. Leadership development takes time. You can't microwave discipleship. Drawing from Mark 4, Rob also warns about the danger of allowing perfectly good things—work, family responsibilities, entertainment, travel, projects, and commitments—to fill our lives until there is no room left for the things that matter most. For leaders, Rob offers an especially practical challenge. Instead of simply asking people to "be more committed," ask them: "What night is your kingdom night?" Imagine the compounding impact if an entire church made one evening each week available for helping someone else spiritually. One night becomes a changed life. A changed life becomes a leader. A leader begins investing in others. And eventually, one night can become a movement. Pull out your calendar. Choose your night. Protect it. Then pray one simple prayer: "God, give me somebody to invest in." Your greatest contribution may not ultimately be your career, house, accomplishments, or bank account. It may be the people you loved, strengthened, encouraged, and helped find God.

Tiffany Toombs Clevinger is a global leadership coach, author, and high‑performance strategist with more than two decades of experience helping entrepreneurs, founders, and C‑suite leaders expand their emotional and mental capacity so they can thrive under pressure. Her work blends neuroscience, somatic tools, trauma‑informed coaching, and identity transformation to help high achievers break free from self‑sabotage, burnout, procrastination, and perfectionism.In this conversation, Joseph and Tiffany dive deep into what it really takes to lead at a high level — not just tactically, but internally. Tiffany breaks down how emotional intelligence, nervous system regulation, and identity work shape the way leaders make decisions, build culture, and sustain long‑term performance.This episode is for founders, executives, and anyone who knows they're capable of more but keeps hitting the same internal walls.Leadership patterns that create trust — and the hidden ones that destroy itEmotional intelligence as a competitive advantageSomatic regulation and how your nervous system impacts decision‑makingSelf‑sabotage cycles and how to rewire themIdentity shifts that unlock new levels of performanceTrauma‑informed leadership and why it matters in modern organizationsThe RISE Method — Tiffany's framework for recalibrating your inner worldStress reduction tools like box breathing and somatic groundingHigh‑performance habits for founders and executivesTiffany works with executives, founders, and high‑pressure performers to expand emotional capacity, improve decision‑making, and align leadership with culture and values.Her approach integrates:Nervous system regulationTrauma‑informed coachingInner child workIdentity reconstructionSomatic practices for stress and resilienceA transformational framework that helps leaders:Reprogram limiting beliefsRecalibrate the nervous systemShift identityExpand personal limitationsCreate sustainable behavioral changeA coaching practice dedicated to helping entrepreneurs break self‑sabotage patterns and regulate their nervous system for high‑performance leadership.Tiffany contributes leadership insights to platforms like Forbes, speaks globally, and appears on podcasts discussing resilience, identity, and personal transformation.Why leaders unknowingly create environments that reduce trustHow childhood experiences shape adult leadership patternsThe neuroscience behind procrastination and perfectionism

Simple Faith: Faith in Five with Rusty George is a daily podcast designed to refocus your heart on Jesus—one moment at a time. In just five minutes a day, Rusty explores who Jesus is, why He matters, and how simple faith can transform everyday life. Whether you're new to faith or have followed Jesus for years, these short, meaningful episodes offer clarity, encouragement, and truth you can carry with you all day. Simple. Honest. Centered on Christ.

"If you are considering board service, I would say take the leap. Start with your local chapter. It will give you some valuable skills that will help prepare you when you are applying for your national level. And I always say, if you want to do it, just do it because what's the worst that can happen? They can say no, but that doesn't mean that you will never serve on a board. I always tell people delayed is not denied," Cassandra Green, DNP, RN, OCN®, ONS member and past president of the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) Board of Directors, told Evelyn Wempe, DNP, MBA, APRN, ACNP-BC, AOCNP®, CRN, NEA-BC, chair of the ONS Leadership Succession Committee (formerly known as the Leadership Development Committee), during a conversation about service on a board of directors. Wempe spoke with Green and ONS members Kristin Ferguson, DNP, MBA, RN, OCN®, CGNC, former treasurer and director-at-large on the ONS Board of Directors, and Yanka Campbell, DNP, RN, CPHQ, AGPCNP-BC, CNE, member of the Oncology Nursing Foundation (ONF) Board of Directors, about their experiences with board service. Music Credit: "Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.5 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by August 28, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to serving on a board of directors for a professional organization. Episode Notes Complete this evaluation for free NCPD. ONS Podcast™ episodes: Meet the ONS Board of Directors series Episode 342: What It's Like to Serve on the Leadership Development Committee ONS Voice articles: Could Today Be the Start of Your ONS Leadership Journey? Nursing Leadership Unlocked Leading With Purpose Creates a Vision for the Future of Oncology Nursing ONS courses: A Guide to Chapter Leadership: Chapter President Training Board Leadership: Nurses in Governance Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing article: Rearview Mirror Leadership: Looking Backward to Move Forward ONS Board Self-Assessment ONS Leadership ONCC Board of Directors ONF Leadership Your Roadmap to Future Service on the ONS Board of Directors ONS Leadership Learning Library To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode Campbell: "Joining a board was a natural next step for me to maintain my connection to bedside nursing that I've loved for so many years, and to find a way to give back to advanced practice nurses as well in this role. The Oncology Nursing Society and Foundation were especially meaningful for me because I knew firsthand the importance of having scholarship, research, funding, and leadership development programs that can really change the trajectory of a nurse's career. I realized I wanted to help shape the opportunities that were available to me for future nurses, and I just did not want to continue to do that through one-on-one mentorships, which I have done extensively throughout my career, but find a way to help more broadly toward guiding organizational mission and strategic objectives." TS 7:20 Green: "Everyone was so welcoming on the board. Everyone was so friendly. One of the first things I remember our executive director Tony Ellis telling me is, 'Most of our new board members are really quiet and reserved at our first meeting. They just kind of keep things to themselves. They don't ask a lot of questions.' I don't know if they were prepared for me because I came in with guns a-blazing, and I had lots of questions. I was not quiet. I was very involved and very vocal. I still am, but that was one of the best experiences ever. Before that, I had never really been in a board setting other than my local chapter, and even then, I was just starting to be in that setting because I was the president of my local chapter and on the [ONCC] Board of Directors at the same time." TS 10:29 Ferguson: "A nonclinical mentor I would absolutely identify would be Alec Stone, who used to be the ONS director of public affairs. … He helped me to learn a lot about health policy and advocacy and the impact a nurse's voice can have. Learning how to speak about my experiences in health care in public by doing programs like the Nurses in Washington Internship … or ONS's Capitol Hill Days ended up giving me a lot more confidence that I didn't know I would have in expressing my point of view and being very open and collegial and expressing my opinions. … This really lent itself well to my future board experience because, as Cassandra mentioned, board members have to speak their mind and speak up at the meetings." TS 12:11 Campbell: "One of the most unexpected benefits was when I reached out to my executive leadership team at the Kimmel Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins and said, 'I'm being considered to serve on the ONF Board. This is going to require me taking time away from work to attend meetings, to attend some in-person meetings. And then it would be really wonderful at the institution if I'm able to also financially impact the nurses who need to benefit from what I've benefited from in my career.' Usually when you have those conversations, you are expecting to present a deck of PowerPoint slides to make your case, but the answer from my leadership team in participating in ONF and supporting the Board was an immediate yes. It was 'Yes, when can you start? Yes, what can we do to support you?' And really making sure that I had dedicated time to be fully present." TS 14:15 Ferguson: "There are many skills and experiences that can lend themselves to being a strong board member. … The ability to speak your mind clearly and express your thoughts, which really boils down to strong communication skills. We are lucky in our careers. We all have worked as nurses in different settings and health care, and nurses are naturally skilled and good at communication. We learn strategies like SBAR—situation, background assessment, recommendation. Nurses every day are communicating in their places of work, oftentimes with patients who are sick and need education, or perhaps with new nurses they're teaching or mentoring. And they are communicating with non-nurses, as well, and nonpatients, so clinical roles and nonclinical roles. So nurses already have a good understanding of best practices when it comes to communication, and this can lend itself well to any board position." TS 21:04 Green: "When you [come into a] leadership role, I think that's when we learn most about ourselves and what we expect. And be the leader type of leader that you want to be and the type of leader that you would like to work with so that you can make your experience valuable and pleasurable." TS 28:57

What separates exceptional leaders from everyone else?It's not talent.It's not intelligence.And it's not working harder.In this episode of Time to Reset, Penny Zenker sits down with Sébastien Page, Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price and author of The Psychology of Leadership, to explore the mental habits that help leaders thrive under pressure.Together they unpack why the most successful leaders focus on mastery over ego, why resilience is built through setbacks—not avoiding them—and how a psychology-first approach creates stronger teams, better decisions, and long-term success.You'll also discover why leaders need more than measurable goals, how AI changes what leaders should prioritize, and why meaning—not metrics alone—is the key to engagement.In this episode:The difference between mastery goals and performance goalsWhy resilience starts with your mindset—not your circumstancesHow positive psychology differs from toxic positivityThe leadership psychology behind high-performing teamsWhy focusing on process leads to better resultsHow AI is changing effective leadershipThe hidden danger of goal-induced blindnessWhy meaning drives motivation more than metricsWhether you're leading a business, managing a team, or simply trying to become a better decision-maker, this conversation will help you build the mindset needed to succeed in today's rapidly changing world.If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to Time to Reset for more conversations on leadership, focus, productivity, communication, and navigating change with clarity.Connect with Sébastien Page

The CMS board votes to release a summary of its recent investigation into Superintendent Crystal Hill. Former U.S. Border Patrol Commander-at-Large Greg Bovino stops by east Charlotte, using anti-immigrant language and pushing for more deportations. And U.S. Sen. Darline Graham wins a GOP primary runoff in South Carolina.

This episode continues our Flow School alumni series with Lorissa Adobo, a yoga teacher and studio owner in Salem, Oregon. Larissa shares how yoga entered her life during a major personal transition, how teacher training shifted her sense of self, and how she eventually stepped into studio ownership and leadership.We also discuss what it means to teach and lead with confidence, why simplicity can be more powerful than complexity, and how real connection, in class and in community, changes everything.Find Lorissa on Instagram through Common People Yoga and The Hot LoftWeekly stories by email from Bonnie HEREConnect with Bonnie: Instagram, Email (hello@bonnieweeks.com), WebsiteProduced by: Grey Tanner

Combining her rich background and expertise in psychology and leadership development, alongside her authentic blend of energy, humor, and strategic questions, Jordana Cole enables leaders to ignite behavioral change and spark transformation that not only sticks, it spreads.As an organizational consultant, workshop facilitator and leadership coach, Jordana has designed and led talent strategy and leadership programs for thousands of individuals across all levels and roles around the globe.  Prior to launching her consulting and coaching practice, Jordana led enterprise learning and development functions for a decade within technology, financial services, e-commerce, and nonprofit industries. Jordana's worked with a number of Fortune 100 companies and companies on the Best Companies to Work For list.Jordana is an alumna of the University of Pennsylvania's Master of Applied Positive Psychology program and has served as an instructor for undergraduate and graduate courses related to positive organizations and human strengths & resilience. She is also certified as a PCC level coach from the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and a Gallup Strengths Coach, with experience coaching more than 250 leaders worldwide. As a lead faculty member for the Center for Human Potential's Self-Actualization Coaching Program, Jordana equips cohorts of professional coaches with research-backed tools to help clients surface their needs and embrace their whole selves. Jordana believes that leadership is the most needed and most durable skillset in our changing world, and the one that AI can't replace.  She's been featured on a variety of podcasts and webinars discussing the connections between leadership, well-being, AI, and organizational success. She's on a mission to help everyone lead themselves and others better through uncertainty. Her TEDx talk on this topic: "What to Do When You Don't Know What's Next" currently ranks in the top 10% of views for all TEDx talks globally.She believes that leadership coaching should create thriving leaders and teams, not just fix bad behaviors. "Leadership coaching is for everyone, not only the C-Suite," Jordana says. "My comprehensive coaching approach blends strengths, leadership development, and positive & humanistic psychology. I'm here to help you not only turn the lightbulbs on, but to actually spark personal transformation. By the end of coaching, you'll have more self-awareness, more confidence in your interactions with others, and feel energized and capable to be an impactful leader today, tomorrow, and in the future."Learn more:https://ignitedbyjordana.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordana-cole-mapp-pcc-a8445a8/

Send us Fan MailC4 Leaders – the ONLY nonprofit to utilize the pizza making process to create space for our companions to be seen, heard, and loved.   We work with businesses, sports teams, hospitals, churches…anyone looking to RISE TOGETHER.  We also write children's books and use the most amazing handmade, hand-tossed, sourdough pizza to bring out the best in each other.   Please check out c4leaders.org to support our important work. Season 6 Episode #29 Dr. Sharalyn Payne is coming from Dallas, Texas (inform, inspire, & transform)You can find Dr. Sharalyn via her website drsharalyn.com or smpistrategies.comDr. Sharalyn Payne is an award-winning speaker, strategist, executive coach, and management consultant. As the founder of SMP International Management Consulting, LLC. Dr. Sharalyn works with companies and governments to build high-performing teams, navigate through change, and develop the next generation of leaders. Guiding clients through sensitive organizational challenges, Dr. Sharalyn shares her unique perspectives and insights not only on how revolutionizing the workplace can lead to innovation, but also on the techniques needed to create destination organizations. Using lessons learned, provocative questions, and real stories, Dr. Sharalyn positions companies for greater success and bigger wins.Dr. Sharalyn, congrats on an amazing career, congrats on authoring two books Unstuck, Unleashed, Unstoppable and Ignite, congrats on continuing to challenge yourself to be your best, and thanks for being our guest on Life's Essential Ingredients…welcome to the show!TOTD – “I never competed against athletes.  I competed against perfection.”  Carl LewisBuild a habit - to create intention - to live your purpose!In this episode:What does the M stand for in SMP?  Marie…Lantana – represents resilience, rigor, and adaptability because it thrives in harsh heat and poor soil…cultural symbolism… endurance, transformation, and positivity…is under your name on your website…then I did a little more digging and found out it is a part of Texas and most likely where you live…What there a moment in time (past, present, or future) for you that shaped who you are today?What was life like growing up?Two Books – UnStuck, UnLeashed, UnStoppable.   IGNITE…CongratsPodcast – The Game Changer with Dr. SharalynYou were a track and cross country runner…any insights from that experience and how it has shaped your life…Accountability…Mindset on POSSIBILITY!Leadership, what is it, what frameworks do you like to work with, what are some activities you do in your offsites?Culture, what is it, how do you assess it, how to you transform it, and how do you help engage in it…Strategic action planning…what does that look like…maybe go over a case screnario…Employee engagementAssessment tools for personal and professional development..Wellness and well being…insights?Your company values: leave people organizations better than you found them, love who you are and what you do, we grow, we lead, we optimize, we believe everything is possible…The Future of Work?Transformation Modules from your website…key insights or takeaways from past participants…HOGAM assessments – what are they?Return on Power Newsletter – takeaways…Culture Camp on another podcast…Exemplary Leadership…what does that look like

What happens when a PA decides to add an MBA to their career? In this episode, I'm joined by Matthew (Matt) Wetherhold, MS, PA-C, DFAAPA who shares why he decided to pursue an MBA at this stage of his career and how he's using it to explore new opportunities, grow as a leader, and think differently about what the next 10 to 15 years of his career could look like. We also talk about how his perspective on financial independence (FI) has evolved over the years. After initially discovering the FIRE movement and thinking early retirement was the goal, he realized that he actually enjoys the work he does. Today, he sees financial independence less as a path to quitting work and more as a way to create greater flexibility and make career decisions based on what interests and challenges him. As PAs, we have unique opportunities to continue learning, take on new challenges, move into leadership, and change directions throughout our careers. This conversation explores what it can look like to intentionally build a career around growth, opportunity, and the options you want for your future. In this episode, we discuss: Why he decided to pursue an MBA as a physician associate / physician assistant What made this the right time in his career to go back to school How an MBA can support career growth and leadership development His interest in taking on more leadership roles How he sees his PA career evolving over the next 10 to 15 years Why a PA career doesn't have to follow one linear path How financial independence changed his approach to work and career decisions Why he no longer sees early retirement as the ultimate goal How financial flexibility can create more opportunities to pursue work that interests and challenges you The value of making career decisions based on more than just the paycheck Whether you're considering going back to school, interested in leadership, or simply thinking about what you want the next chapter of your PA career to look like, this episode will encourage you to think more broadly about the possibilities, options, and freedom available to you through the journey along the way to financial independence as a physician associate / physician assistant. Resources Mentioned: Simple Path to Wealth book (Amazon Affiliate) Ready to start taking control of your money by seeing where it's going every month? Get your free copy of the The PA Freedom Money Planner Would like more support along your journey to financial independence as a PA? Join the waitlist for The PA FREEDOM Method Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Connect with Matt on Instagram Connect with Kat with PA the FI Way: Follow PA the FI Way: Instagram → @pathefiway LinkedIn → www.linkedin.com/in/katarina-‘kat-astrup-mspas-pa-c-175848255 YouTube → www.youtube.com/@pathefiway Website → pathefiway.com

Stay up to date by joining the LCMS Current! (LCMS Current Events Newsletter) Drawing from 36 years of leadership at Procter & Gamble and his book Kingdom Leadership, Ron Kelleher joins Tim and Jack to explore how Jesus reshapes the way Christians lead. They discuss servant leadership, integrity, humility, compassionate accountability, stewardship, discernment, prayer, and perseverance—and why these principles produce stronger organizations rather than weaker leaders.Whether you lead a business, ministry, team, classroom, or family, this conversation offers practical guidance for embodying Christ wherever you live, work, and play.Get Ron's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Leadership-Marketplace-Transformative-Faith-Driven/dp/B0GQ3XVLTY⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️Care about the future of the LCMS?Join the LCMS Current! (LCMS Current Events Newsletter)⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️To learn more, visit uniteleadership.org

Goal Setting provides direction, purpose, and a clear path forward.Setting meaningful goals helps you stay focused, motivated, and accountable. By breaking big goals into small, consistent actions, you build confidence, create momentum, and increase your chances of long-term success.Continue Your Mindset JourneyDiscover the power of the Healthy Mindset AI Platform at HealthyMindset.ai.Explore the Healthy Mindset AI Podcast for practical mindset strategies, mindfulness techniques, breathing exercises, performance insights, and self-coaching tools designed for athletes, leaders, and workplace professionals.The Healthy Mindset AI Platform combines targeted assessments, personalized growth plans, digital mindset tools, accountability support, and 24/7 access to the Digital Mind Mike Hartman to help you build confidence, strengthen focus, improve consistency, and perform at your best.For additional support, Coaching On Demand with Mike Hartman provides personalized coaching focused on mindset development, goal achievement, leadership, confidence, and performance.Healthy Mindset for Athletes & Workplace Athletes Available on Amazon: Healthy Mindset for Athletes & Workplace AthletesASSESS. IMPROVE. PERFORM. HealthyMindset.ai 

How do you lead well in a world transformed by AI? This week, Do Good to Lead Well tackles this question head-on, as I speak with Mike Sullivan, co-founder and Chief Growth Officer of OneDigital, and the co-author of the timely and insightful book, Workforce Intelligence. Throughout our conversation, Mike breaks through both the hype and the fear surrounding AI in today's workforce. As a champion of people-centered AI, he offers an inspiring roadmap for activating, not replacing, the human workforce.Listeners are invited into the story of “Ben,” a digital coworker, and how Mike and his team treat AI onboarding like hiring a real employee: with transparency, development, and high expectations. The result? A culture where humans and digital agents collaborate, learn, and continuously improve together. We also discuss how workforce intelligence is being redefined and how high-performing teams are built not on software alone, but on empathy, transparency, and courage.For leaders and organizations seeking practical strategies, this episode brims with actionable advice, from measuring workforce intelligence to ensuring HR has a seat at the AI table. It's a compelling argument for seeing the faces behind the headcount, and for cultivating trust as the cornerstone of 21st-century leadership.What You'll Learn- Start with honesty, not hype when it comes to AI.- Don't treat AI as ‘software': Treat it like a coworker.- Transparent roles & faces build trust.- What is your Workforce Intelligence (WI) score? The success metric.- Activation moments matter.- Top-down Is the only way forward.- People Always Come First.- It's not either/or. It's Human Intelligence (HI) + Artificial Intelligence (AI). Podcast Timestamps(00:00) – Personal Fear and the Human Side of AI(06:02) – No Code? No Problem – Mike's Personal AI Journey(10:05) – The Human Side of AI Deployment(12:29) – Hiring AI Coworkers: Internship to Full-Time(16:33) – Managing a Blended Human-AI Workforce(21:54) – HR's Role and Navigating Workforce Change(26:29) – Defining Workforce Intelligence and the WI Score(30:58) – Overcoming Employee Fears and Building Trust(37:43) – Leadership Activation and Empathy in the Age of AI(53:00) – Final Reflections and The Humanity TestKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Transformation, Workplace Intelligence, People-First Leadership, Human-Centric Organizations, AI Adoption, Digital Coworkers, Organizational Change, Employment Disruption, Job Automation, Human Resources (HR), Talent Management, Growth Mindset, Trust in Leadership, Empathy in Business, AI Onboarding, Blended Workforce, WI score, Transparency in AI, Disruption, Future of Work, Human-AI Collaboration, Managing AI Anxiety, CEO Success

As Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price, Sébastien Page leads a global team managing hundreds of billions and has been recognized with multiple research awards for his practical approach to finance and leadership. His journey is inspiring, from arriving in North America as a young Canadian immigrant barely speaking English to becoming one of the youngest Senior Managing Directors at State Street, then rising through senior roles at PIMCO and now T. Rowe Price. Sébastien's new book, The Psychology of Leadership, bridges real-world executive experience with the science of performance psychology. He spent over four years collaborating with sports psychologists and translates actionable principles from resilience and high-performance research into leadership strategies. His SEE framework (Systematize, Encourage, Exit) and concepts like "goal-induced blindness" offer sports-anchored lessons for teams, coaches, and business leaders alike. Plus, he doesn't shy from the human side of leadership: drawing on both elite athletics and the power of introverts, he helps people find meaning, motivation, and long-term fulfillment. If you want to understand performing under pressure and how to lead people when it matters most, you will want to listen to this interview.  Connect: www.psychologyofleadership.net The #1 Bestseller CAPTAIN: THE ATHLETE'S GUIDE TO BEING AN EXCEPTIONAL TEAM LEADER is now available!  CLICK HERE TO ORDER We are constantly asked "where have all the leaders gone?" Now more than ever, it is up to schools, clubs and coaches to develop our leaders, and this new book is a perfect guide to train and develop them. It is filled with stories of champion team captains on the professional and college level, Hall of Fame coaches, and more, and is a masterclass on leadership. Your athletes will learn from leaders such as Carles Puyol Abby Wambach, Tim Duncan, Shane Battier, Richie McCaw, Carla Overbeck and Simone Biles. It will help your athletes understand the qualities needed to lead, the responsibilities they must accept, and the most common challenges they will face. The chapters are short and sweet and have discussion questions so that your leaders can work through them together and set your team up for great success. The book also comes with a  FREE downloadable 10-session curriculum so you can guide your team or the leaders in your school or club through the entire book.  FOR ORDERS OF 10 OR MORE, WE OFFER A $5 PER BOOK DISCOUNT. EMAIL John@ChangingTheGameProject.com to place your order. BOOK A SPEAKER: Interested in having John present to your school, club or coaching event, either in person or virtually? Looking for leadership training for your student athletes, a coach development workshop or parent education? 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This week's podcast is brought to you by our friends at Sprocket Sports.  Sprocket Sports is a software platform for youth sports clubs.  Yeah, there are a lot of these systems out there, but Sprocket provides the full enchilada. They give you all the cool front-end stuff to make your club look good– like websites, communication tools and marketing tools – AND all the back-end transactions and services to run your business better so you can focus on what really matters – your players and your teams. Sprocket is built for those clubs looking to thrive, not just survive, in the competitive world of youth sports clubs.  So if you've been looking for a true business partner – not just another app – check them out today at https://sprocketsports.me/CTG. Become a Podcast Champion! This weeks podcast is also sponsored by our Patreon Podcast Champions. Help Support the Podcast and get FREE access to our Premium Membership, with well over $1000 of courses and materials. 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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

Worry about your legacy is a waste of time. Because we'll be dead! Just a pile of dust, in a colourful urn. The key is to live beautifully while we're alive.My latest book “The Wealth Money Can't Buy” is full of fresh ideas and original tools that I'm absolutely certain will cause quantum leaps in your positivity, productivity, wellness, and happiness. You can order it now by clicking here.FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookYouTube

Capital Group portfolio managers Lisa Thompson and Diana Wagner discuss the merits of U.S., international and emerging markets stocks. So far this year, emerging markets are winning, but can that continue? Lisa and Diana share their thoughts.   #CapGroupGlobal For full disclosures go to capitalgroup.com/global-disclosures For our latest insights, practice management ideas and more, subscribe to Capital Ideas at getcapitalideas.com. If you're based outside of the U.S., visit capitalgroup.com for Capital Group insights. Watch our latest podcast, Conversations with Mike Gitlin, on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbKcvAV87057bIfkbTAp-dgqaLEwa9GHi This content is published by Capital Client Group, Inc. U.K. investors can view a glossary of technical terms here: https://www.capitalgroup.com/individual-investors/gb/en/resources/how-to-invest/glossary.html To stay informed, follow us LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/capital-group/posts/?feedView=all YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapitalGroup/videos Follow Mike Gitlin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikegitlin/ About Capital Group Capital Group was established in 1931 in Los Angeles, California, with the mission to improve people's lives through successful investing. With our clients at the core of everything we do, we offer carefully researched products and services to help them achieve their financial goals. Learn more: capitalgroup.com Join us: capitalgroup.com/about-us/careers.html Copyright ©2026 Capital Group

Most organizations measure productivity, absenteeism, and safety incidents without ever asking what all three have in common. Tim Thomas, a former Australian Special Forces soldier turned sleep specialist, argues the answer is sitting in plain sight at the bottom of every performance pyramid. The conversation moves from combat deployments in Afghanistan to corporate boardrooms, and the through line is the same: fatigue is an enemy that most leaders never name. In this episode you’ll learn: How the opposite of fear works and what that means for taking action (3:22) What Special Forces, veteran recovery, and corporate leadership have in common under pressure (9:36) Why leaders in a state of fatigue lose the bandwidth to lead well (10:29) How to build practical sleep habits that improve everything else (13:59) Why breathwork is not meditation and why that distinction matters (16:29) How the first five minutes of your morning shape the rest of your day (21:42) Why resilience lives in recovery rather than in relentless output (22:45) How measuring sleep quality could change the way companies define success (28:14) What a near-fatal ambush revealed about connection, intelligence, and not dying with a full magazine (31:23) “If you want to cut the amount of sick days you have in half, improve the quality sleep of the people that work there.” – Tim Thomas Keep Learning Tim’s performance pyramid puts rest and recovery at the foundation of everything else, and that same principle applies to the people leading improvement work on your floor or in your office. Learn More About School of Leadership at https://www.gembaacademy.com/leadership Podcast Resources Tim on LinkedIn Breathwork in Bed Get All the Latest News from Gemba Academy Stay current on new courses, podcast episodes, and continuous improvement resources. Sign up for the Gemba Academy newsletter at gembaacademy.com/news What Do You Think? If sleep quality were a visible metric in your organization, what would it reveal about how your team is actually performing?

Ask, Believe, Dream Bigger: The Greater Things Jesus Promised – John 14:12–14 In Episode 149 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane slow down and dive into just three powerful verses—John 14:12–14—where Jesus makes an astonishing promise about faith, prayer, and the “greater works” His followers will do. What did Jesus mean when He said, “Whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these”? And what do we do with His invitation to “ask me for anything in my name”? Together, Jamie and Jane explore the difference between dreaming with God and simply asking Him to bless our plans. They talk about bold prayers, surrendered dreams, expectations, and what it means to believe that God can accomplish more through our lives than we could ever manufacture on our own. Maybe we've been praying too safely. Maybe we've allowed disappointment to shrink what we're willing to ask God for. John 14 invites us to believe again, ask boldly, dream with God—and remember that ultimately, it is all for the glory of the Father. Reflection Question: Have I allowed fear, disappointment, or past unanswered prayers to make my prayers smaller—and what might God be inviting me to ask Him for again? ____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams

Simple Faith: Faith in Five with Rusty George is a daily podcast designed to refocus your heart on Jesus—one moment at a time. In just five minutes a day, Rusty explores who Jesus is, why He matters, and how simple faith can transform everyday life. Whether you're new to faith or have followed Jesus for years, these short, meaningful episodes offer clarity, encouragement, and truth you can carry with you all day. Simple. Honest. Centered on Christ.

In this episode, Michael Gentry, CEO of Kettering Health, shares lessons on leadership, maintaining balance, supporting colleagues through challenges, and making thoughtful decisions around risk and opportunity.

have a wonderful repeat guest, Anna Runyan, this week on the show! I always learn something from Anna, and this show is no different. I see Anna as my brave big sister in business, and she has taken brave leaps personally, too. For example, as you will hear, she moved with her family to Europe for a year, which is on my bucket list! Either way, Anna represents not following the traditional path to me. She is someone that took an intentional look at her life and work and purposefully decided to build her personal and professional life on her own terms. When I was pregnant with my first child, like so many of us, I tried to fit my growing family into my existing work instead of the other way around. Anna was like, “Nope!” This isn't for me. There must be a better way. And she found it and now helps others with that same dream. So, if you are a closet dreamer of a better way to live and work, this show is for you!During our podcast, Anna and I chatted about:The story behind her company Classy Career GirlHer learnings traveling nomadically as a family and when she realized she wanted to come back to the U.S. and settle in FloridaHow did Imposter Syndrome or (phenomenon) show up for Anna as she was building her businessWhat Classy Career Girl offers and what's next for her companyHere is more about Anna:Anna is the creator of The Corporate Rescue Plan and The Classy Career Girl® Certified Career Coach Program. She is a former corporate consultant turned entrepreneur. Her website was picked as one of Forbes Top 100 Websites For Women and one of Forbes 35 Most Influential Career Sites. She's been featured on Fox, The Wall Street Journal and People StyleWatch magazine. Anna was nominated as San Diego Magazine's Woman of the Year and her podcast was named as Yahoo's 10 Best Podcasts.Prior to founding Classy Career Girl in 2010, Anna worked for Booz Allen Hamilton where she spent 8 years managing a client delivery team and managed a $75M annual U.S. Navy budget. She was a Certified Adjunct Instructor at Booz Allen Hamilton and a Professor of Management at DeVry University. She received her MBA from University of California, San Diego and after a year of traveling around Europe with her husband and three daughters, she now lives in Florida.Before we begin, please be sure to share this show with a family member, friend or colleague. As you know, your ratings and reviews help this show to gain traction and continue to grow. Thank you if you have already left a review.Also, if you haven't downloaded one of my freebies on my site, check them out on bravewomenatwork.com. I have 5 Ways to Managing Imposter Phenomenon, 34 Leadership and Career Affirmations, and 10 tips to Win Your Next Negotiation. Download one or them or all three!If you also have a story to share and a deep desire to become an author, please contact me at hello@bravewomenatwork.com. I am happy to share the details on the project. Alright, let's welcome Anna to the show!

The economy is strong, prices are still too high, and the job market is sending mixed signals. The Federal Reserve is navigating all of it while fending off the most overt political pressure in its modern history. Austan Goolsbee, President of the Chicago Fed, joins Rapid Response ahead of the Central Bank's highly-watched meeting in Jackson Hole, to give his most candid read on what's actually going on. He explains why tariffs, war in the Middle East, and six years above the 2% inflation target make this the most dangerous inflation environment he's seen, what Kevin Warsh's new leadership means for how the Fed operates, and why he's a "grim optimist" on AI even as the hype keeps outrunning the results. Plus, what business leaders should actually be watching to get ahead of the Fed's next move.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Send Coach John a message”I came across a fabulous reminder that is connected to a legend who just passed away.  Gratitude HQ (@gratefuledu64) shared this quote from Dolly Parton “If you see someone without a smile today, give ‘em yours.”  What a fantastic reminder for us to not only help others, but it's also a simple way for us to help ourselves too.  It's also something that is so simple to do and yet, it has a wonderful result attached to it too.  So many people are carrying worries among other things, that a simple smile can remind them of better things.  The legacy of Dolly Parton is something that is being shared all over the world by so many different people since she passed away recently.  What a legacy she has left for us to help live better lives. These hashtags were also part of the post:  #WednesdayWisdom #ThankYouDolly.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

“Send Coach John a message”I found a post from Damon West (@damonwest7) that reminded me about how to get my day going.  He shared this:  “Start your day with one question: how am I going to show up today for myself and for others?  Because your attitude, your effort, and your presence will shape every room you walk into.”  Then spend the day doing your best to be your best for yourself and others.  In all that I have to do, mowing the lawn for example, I need to show up and do my best since I can't do the entire lawn at once - I need to focus in and get the front yard done today and do it the best that I can despite the pain I'm in.  I need to show up and do my best, even when I run an errand that has to get done. Every little thing that we do, it's better when we show up and do our best.   Thanks for listening.  Please take a few moments to subscribe & share this with someone, also leave a 5 Star rating on Apple Podcasts and ITunes or other services where you find this show.  Find me on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/coachtoexpectsuccess/   on Twitter / “X”:  @coachtosuccess   and on Instagram at:  @coachjohndaly  - My YouTube Channel is at: Coach John Daly.   Email me at: CoachJohnDalyPodcast@gmail.com     You can also head on over to https://www.coachtoexpectsuccess.com/ and get in touch with me there on my homepage along with checking out my Top Book list too.  Other things there on my site are being worked on too.  Please let me know that you are reaching out to me from my podcast.  ** I would appreciate anyone to try clicking on the top of the show notes where it says "Send us a text" to leave a few thoughts / comments / questions.  It's a new feature that I'd like to see how it works. **

What happens when the mission ends—but the hardest battle is just beginning? In this powerful episode of The MisFitNation, host Jake welcomes Chief Warrant Officer 4 (Ret.) Michael Carmichael, a retired U.S. Army Green Beret with 26 years of service, including 22 years in Special Forces and 10 combat deployments across Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, and the Middle East. After retiring from one of America's most elite military units, Michael faced an enemy he never expected: isolation, loss of purpose, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Instead of surrendering to that battle, he founded Check A Vet, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing veteran suicide through community, accountability, education, and meaningful human connection. Together, Jake and Michael discuss: • Life inside the U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Berets) • The difficult transition from military service to civilian life • PTSD, moral injury, and the invisible wounds of war • Why loneliness is one of the greatest threats facing veterans today • The reality behind veteran suicide statistics • Leadership lessons forged in combat and carried into everyday life • How families, friends, and civilians can recognize warning signs and help • Why simply checking on someone can save a life This episode is an honest conversation about resilience, purpose, service, and hope. Whether you're a veteran, active-duty service member, first responder, military family member, or someone who wants to better understand the challenges facing those who served, this discussion offers insight that could make a lasting impact. If this episode resonates with you, please follow The MisFitNation, leave a five-star review, and share this conversation with someone who needs to hear it. Remember: No veteran should ever fight alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailPeaches and Trent go deep into a brutally uncomfortable reality check—law enforcement use of force, public outrage, double standards, fraud, entitlement, and how the internet distorts people's ability to think clearly. This isn't a clean “pick a side” episode. They walk the gray space between legality, morality, stress responses, and lived experience in high-risk environments. From ICE shootings and Venezuela to fraud, taxes, shoplifting, privilege, and the illusion of permanence, the through-line is simple: most people have opinions without context, experience, or accountability. If you're here for easy answers, you're in the wrong place. If you're here to think, welcome back.⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Ones Ready intro and members-only tone 01:30 The ICE shooting and why nuance matters 05:40 Standing in front of vehicles is a bad idea 08:50 Stress responses vs internet certainty 12:30 Use of force, legality, and hindsight traps 16:45 Double standards, fraud, and taxpayer reality 19:50 Bots, outrage cycles, and social media brain rot 24:00 Privilege, entitlement, and embarrassment 29:10 Venezuela, sovereignty, and selective outrage 34:30 Greenland, isolationism, and strategic reality 40:00 Self-care vs capability and responsibility 46:00 Crime, shoplifting, and social decay 52:00 Leadership, risk, and saying the quiet part out loud

I am excited to have Gary Lane join me once again on the Scrap for a conversation that could go in a lot of different directions.Gary has decades in the fire service, has been a state fire instructor since 2008, and is a member of the Brothers In Battle training cadre. He brings a lot of experience to the table, along with practical insight into where we are getting it right and where we could be doing it better.We dig into hit-or-miss leadership and the toll it can take on morale, informal training and drills for busy departments, the lack of quality live fire training, and passion vs. competence.But this is The Weekly Scrap, so you guys know how this works. The live audience and your big beautiful questions have a way of taking the conversation in directions we never planned. Episode 369 is made possible by our incredible sponsors:Snap-tite HoseIdentiFire Safety — Use code VIGILANCE for 10% off your order.UL Research Institutes' Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) — Visit the dedicated page created specifically for Weekly Scrap listeners, giving you access to some of the best firefighter research and training resources available at fsri.org/weeklyscrap.

Jerry brings us sounds from Jets camp and Geno Smith saying he leads by example. Rob Saleh was critical of where his offense is right now. Brian Daboll also talked about the team and is happy with where they are at. Andy Reid on Patrick Mahomes and the start of the season. We heard from Dave Sims as the Yankees lost to the Astros and the Mets beat the Brewers in ten as the third baseman couldn't throw the ball home.

As people take greater ownership of their health, the role of brands is changing.Recorded live at the Havas Café during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, this conversation explores how marketing can help people live healthier, longer, and more fulfilling lives.Jim is joined by:Yvonne Bryant, Hemoglobinopathies Commercialization Head at Novo Nordisk, whose career has spanned clinical research, drug development, commercialization, and consumer marketing. Today, she leads commercialization efforts for rare blood disorders, helping translate breakthrough scientific innovation into meaningful patient impact.Lauren Gellman, Senior Director and Head of Marketing for Health and Home at Google. Lauren oversees marketing across Google's health ecosystem, including Fitbit, Nest, and Google Health, where she's helping shape the future of AI-powered health experiences and personalized wellness.Samantha Avivi, Global Chief Marketing Officer for Consumer Health at Bayer. A longtime marketing leader whose career includes roles at Procter & Gamble, Kimberly-Clark, Walmart, and more, Samantha now leads global marketing and innovation across Bayer's portfolio of trusted consumer health brands.Drawing on Havas' Science of Desire research, the conversation explores how healthcare marketers are building trust in the age of AI, making complex science more accessible, and helping people navigate an increasingly personalized health journey. Ultimately, it arrives at a simple but powerful idea: the future of healthcare marketing isn't simply about helping people live longer. It's about helping people live better.—This week's episode is brought to you by Havas and Infillion.—Meet The CMO Podcast On the RoadThe CMO Podcast will be on the road throughout Q4 2026, capturing conversations with the leaders shaping the future of marketing, leadership, and business. If you'll be attending one of these events, we'd love to connect. Let us know!Advertising Week New York | October 5–7BLINK Cincinnati | October 8ANA Masters of Marketing | October 19–22—Interested in partnering with The CMO Podcast?!Looking ahead to the rest of 2026 and into 2027, we're partnering with brands to create executive content platforms that extend far beyond a single event. From pop-up podcast studios and live recordings to executive roundtables, keynote conversations, and bespoke thought leadership programs, we work with partners to build meaningful experiences that connect with senior marketing leaders.Whether you'd like to partner with us at one of the industry's biggest marketing events or create a custom experience designed specifically for your brand, we'd love to explore what's possible. Reach out to learn how we can build something together.Email us at podcasts@vyve.co—Produced by vYveThe CMO Podcast is proudly produced by vYve Production, a full-service production and content studio specializing in podcasts, executive storytelling, branded content, and live experiences. vYve is a community of ambitious leaders dedicated to unlocking what's next in business and in life. Through executive coaching, transformative experiences, strategic content, and communities like The CMO Podcast, vYve helps entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, and teams grow their businesses, strengthen their leadership, and build meaningful connections that last.Learn more about vYve and The CMO Podcast community at www.vyve.co.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If your business depends on you doing every single task, eventually you become the bottleneck. In this episode, Keith shares the lesson that completely changed how he approached leadership, delegation, and running a landscaping crew. While working as a foreman for one of the biggest landscaping companies in Michigan, Keith couldn't understand why other crews were outperforming him even though he was working harder than almost everyone else. A conversation with a former Marine Corps sergeant showed him the problem: working harder yourself doesn't necessarily make the entire team more productive. Once Keith learned to properly delegate, distribute responsibility, and focus his energy on higher-value tasks, he quickly became one of the highest-performing foremen in the company. Today, with 18 people working across his businesses, that lesson is more important than ever.   "Keep them busy to free you up to do the higher-level tasks. Your job is to keep the calendar full. Your job is to keep bringing the money in." – Keith Kalfas   What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why working harder than your employees can actually hurt productivity How Keith went from struggling foreman to the highest-producing crew leader Why business owners have to learn to delegate before they can truly grow How to stop believing that nobody can do the work as well as you Why your time is often better spent selling than doing another landscaping task How proper employee training makes delegation easier Why keeping your team busy frees you to focus on higher-level responsibilities The importance of customer communication, referrals, and five-star reviews How recurring maintenance and BAMFAM — Book a Meeting From a Meeting — can strengthen your business Why becoming a better steward of your company sometimes means stepping away from the labor Key Takeaways: Delegation is what unlocks growth. Doing everything yourself may feel productive, but it eventually makes you the bottleneck. Training your team and distributing responsibility lets the whole business perform better. Your highest-value work changes as the business grows. Instead of always grabbing the tools, your time may be better spent selling jobs, following up with leads, talking to customers, generating referrals, and keeping the calendar full. Leadership is about making the whole team productive, not proving how hard you can work. Keith's biggest shift came when he stopped putting all the pressure on himself and learned how to keep everyone accountable, trained, and moving toward the same goal.   Connect with Keith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap Website: https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@keith-kalfas   Resources and Websites:  4 Steps to Training Employees: https://www.keithkalfas.com/4steps Build Your Site: https://www.keithkalfas.com/ReBolt Call Tracking Software: https://www.keithkalfas.com/CallRail Start Getting Leads Now https://www.footbridgemedia.com/keith The Untrapped Alliance: https://www.keithkalfas.com/alliance Resources You Need To Build A Successful Business https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources

Dr. Josh, "MacGyver Doc" McConkey, is a Pulitzer Prize nominee, Telly Award winner, combat veteran, and emergency physician. He is an award-winning author of Be the Weight Behind the Spear and The Heart of a Leader, inspiring resilient leadership. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Leadership isn't about chasing success, it's about serving others. The leaders who become indispensable by taking responsibility for their people ultimately find success follows them. 2. Resilient teams are built through ownership, accountability, standards, empowerment, and trust; not micromanagement. Great leaders develop people who can make sound decisions under pressure. 3. Leadership is a decision, not a position. The greatest legacy isn't the title you hold, but the people you mentor, develop, and empower to succeed long after you're gone. Check out Dr. Josh's website to learn more about his books, leadership philosophy, and speaking engagements - Weight Behind the Spear Sponsors HighLevel - The ultimate all-in-one platform for entrepreneurs, marketers, coaches, and agencies. Learn more at HighLevelFire.com. Nexus Install - Have a high-ticket offer? Nexus Install builds you a custom LinkedIn prospect booking system designed to generate more quality sales calls. Email JLD at John@EOFire.com to learn more.