Podcasts about leadership skills

The Red Key After-Action Review explores how leaders can learn more from their critical moments by intentionally reviewing what happened, what worked, what failed, and what should change moving forward. This episode provides a practical framework for turning experience into wisdom and building stronger leadership decisions over time.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

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In this episode of the 7 Minute Leadership Podcast, Paul breaks down one of the most underrated leadership skills — the ability to see clearly before you act. Experienced leaders aren't reacting to surface-level information. They're reading the energy in the room, identifying where real influence lives on their team, spotting the gap between what people say and what's actually true, recognizing where pressure is wearing their people down, and uncovering potential in the people others have overlooked. Paul explains that these aren't innate gifts — they're learnable skills built through intentional observation and genuine curiosity about the people you lead. Whether you're a new leader or a seasoned executive, this episode will challenge you to slow down, look deeper, and start seeing what you've been walking past.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

In this episode of the 7 Minute Leadership Podcast, Paul explores why the dashboards leaders rely on every day can give a dangerously incomplete picture of organizational health. Using a real-world example of gamed metrics, the episode unpacks how measuring what's easy — rather than what's meaningful — can lead leaders to make confident decisions based on a distorted reality. Paul explains the cultural dynamics that cause teams to optimize for the numbers leadership watches rather than the outcomes that actually matter, and why a fear-based environment makes dashboard data even less reliable. The episode closes with three practical actions listeners can take immediately to close the gap between what their data says and what's really happening on the ground. If you're a leader who wants to make better decisions with better information, this episode is essential listening.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

In this episode of the 7 Minute Leadership Podcast, Paul explores the concept of confidence as something that must be intentionally built long before a crisis arrives — not discovered in the middle of one. Using a relatable two-leader scenario, the episode breaks down why some leaders stay steady under pressure while others fall apart, and reveals that the difference isn't talent or experience — it's preparation. Paul outlines three practical, no-fluff strategies for building genuine leadership confidence: getting crystal clear on your personal values, developing the habit of decisive decision-making in everyday situations, and cultivating trusted relationships before you desperately need them. This episode is ideal for leaders at every level who want to show up with calm, grounded authority when it matters most.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Prepare to lead. These sleep affirmations build the character and confidence of a great leader, helping you influence others with integrity and compassion. Unwind now with our positive sleep affirmations podcast. Our soothing affirmations relax the mind and prepare the body for rest. Hit play, and drift into Good Sleep... Listen to more positive sleep affirmations by subscribing to the audio podcast in your favorite podcast app:  Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-sleep-positive-affirmations/id1704608129⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3OuJvYoprqh7nPK44ZsdKE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And start your morning with Optimal Living Daily! Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimal-living-daily-mental-health-motivation/id1067688314⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1hygb4nGhNhlLn4pBnN00j?si=ca60dcfd758b44b4⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the 7 Minute Leadership Podcast, Paul explores one of the most overlooked challenges in leadership — the fact that stress fundamentally changes how leaders think and make decisions. Under pressure, the brain shifts into survival mode, narrowing focus and pushing leaders toward reactive, familiar choices rather than thoughtful strategy. Paul breaks down what "strategy under stress" actually looks like in practice, including common patterns like choosing the path of least resistance, doubling down on outdated approaches, or avoiding decisions altogether. He then offers three practical habits to protect strategic thinking under pressure: building a pause ritual before major decisions, keeping core strategic anchors visible and accessible, and maintaining a small circle of honest voices who provide perspective when stress isolates us. The episode closes with a powerful reminder that teams watch their leaders most closely during hard times — and that intentional, thoughtful leadership under pressure is what builds lasting trust.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Prepare to lead. These sleep affirmations build the character and confidence of a great leader, helping you influence others with integrity and compassion. Unwind now with our positive sleep affirmations podcast. Our soothing affirmations relax the mind and prepare the body for rest. Hit play, and drift into Good Sleep... Listen to more positive sleep affirmations by subscribing to the audio podcast in your favorite podcast app:  Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-sleep-positive-affirmations/id1704608129⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/3OuJvYoprqh7nPK44ZsdKE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And start your morning with Optimal Living Daily! Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimal-living-daily-mental-health-motivation/id1067688314⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1hygb4nGhNhlLn4pBnN00j?si=ca60dcfd758b44b4⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Go-to-market efficiency has declined from 78% to 47%. Liza Adams, AI Advisor and Go-to-Market Strategist at GrowthPath Partners, brings 25+ years of CMO-level experience across Silicon Valley tech giants including Juniper Networks, Pure Storage, and Smartsheet to address this critical challenge. Adams introduces her visibility-sentiment-recommendation framework for AI marketing success, emphasizing that showing up in AI search results is merely the foundation—brands must ensure credible sentiment and appropriate recommendations for ideal customer scenarios. She advocates for reimagining workflows beyond automation to leverage AI's unique capabilities in synthesizing multi-source market intelligence and maintaining consistent context across vast data sets.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the 7 Minute Leadership Podcast, Paul explores what truly separates high-performing teams from those stuck in a cycle of hesitation. The episode unpacks why "teams that wait" aren't held back by a lack of talent or effort, but by leadership cultures that have unintentionally rewarded passivity. Listeners will discover how psychological safety, consistent clarity, and a leader's willingness to step back are the real drivers behind teams that take initiative and rise to every challenge. Whether you're leading a small department or an entire organization, this episode delivers practical, honest insights on how to stop being the ceiling on your team's potential and start building the kind of team that moves with purpose.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Have you ever had a valued employee struggle because their role changed faster than they could adapt?As organizations evolve, roles often require new skills, behaviors, and responsibilities. This episode explores how to handle the difficult situation when a trusted employee is no longer the right fit for an evolving position, while maintaining their dignity, supporting their growth, and ensuring your team continues to succeed.After listening, you'll learn how to:Navigate your own emotions and lead these conversations with confidence and empathy.Clearly communicate changes in role expectations and create alignment on what success now requires.Build a practical transition plan that supports both the employee's future growth and the team's performance.Listen now to learn a proven five-step approach for guiding valued employees through role changes while strengthening trust, performance, and leadership credibility.Check out:2:02 — You're Not Doing This to the EmployeeDavid explains the mindset shift leaders need when a role evolves beyond an employee's current capabilities. Rather than viewing the situation as something you're doing to the employee, he reframes it as a response to changing circumstances that require leadership and support.4:36 — Clarify the New Role vs. the Old RoleOne of the most practical sections of the episode. David discusses how to clearly define what has changed, why the role now requires different competencies, and how to communicate those expectations without making personal judgments about the employee.6:32 — Creating the Transition PlanThe conversation shifts from understanding the challenge to taking action. David outlines how to build a clear development or transition plan, establish benchmarks, provide support, and help employees move forward—whether that means growing into the new role or finding a better fit elsewhere.Leadership Without Using Your Soul podcast offers insightful discussions on leadership and management, focusing on essential communication skills, productivity, teamwork, delegation, and feedback to help leaders navigate various leadership styles, management styles, conflict resolution, time management, and active listening while addressing challenges like overwhelm, burnout, work-life balance, and problem-solving in both online and in-person teams, all aimed at cultivating human-centered leadership qualities that promote growth and success.Mentioned in this episode:2026 Audience Survey We appreciate you. Click "Leadership Survey" - first 30 responses get a signed book. Thank you for helping us make the show even more helpful. 2026 Audience Survey We appreciate you. Click "Leadership Survey" - first 30 responses get a signed book. Thank you for helping us make the show even more helpful.

Wie schafft es ein Unternehmen, aus einer existenziellen Krise wieder zu einer der stärksten Marken der Welt zu werden? In dieser Folge des LEITWOLF® Podcasts spricht Stefan über einen der beeindruckendsten Turnarounds der Wirtschaftsgeschichte: den LEGO-Case. Eine Marke, die viele seit der Kindheit kennen, stand Anfang der 2000er kurz vor dem Zusammenbruch. Zu viele Produkte, zu hohe Komplexität, steigende Kosten und ein verlorener Fokus auf das, was Kund:innen wirklich wollten, brachten LEGO an den Rand der Krise. Stefan zeigt, welche Führungslektionen in diesem Comeback stecken: Warum mehr Initiativen nicht automatisch mehr Erfolg bedeuten, weshalb Kosten senken und Wachstum steigern gleichzeitig möglich sein können und warum gute Führung nicht darin besteht, alle Antworten selbst zu haben. Entscheidend war bei LEGO die Rückkehr zum Markenkern, radikale Vereinfachung und eine Führung, die wieder genau hinhörte: bei Kund:innen, Mitarbeitenden und Handelspartnern. Eine Folge über Krise, Fokus und Klarheit – und darüber, warum große Comebacks selten mit mehr Komplexität beginnen, sondern mit konsequenter Führung. ––– Nimm gerne an dieser anonymen Umfrage teil, damit wir diesen Podcast für Dich optimieren können: https://forms.gle/WTqCeutVXV2PsjBH9 Gefällt Dir dieser LEITWOLF® Leadership Podcast? Dann abonniere den Podcast und beurteile ihn bitte mit einer Sternebewertung und Rezension bei iTunes und/oder Spotify. Das hilft uns, diesen LEITWOLF® Podcast weiter zu verbessern und sichtbarer zu machen. ––– Buche Dir JETZT Deinen Zugang zur LEITWOLF® Academy: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy Möchtest Du konkrete Tipps oder Unterstützung, wie gutes Führen in Deinem Unternehmen definiert und umgesetzt werden kann, dann schreibe Stefan eine Mail an: homeister@stefan-homeister-leadership.com ODER Vereinbare hier direkt ein kostenloses Beratungsgespräch mit Stefan: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ____ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Führung, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Erfolgreich führen, Unternehmensführung, Führungskompetenz, Leadership Development, Teammanagement, Leadership Skills, Selbstführung, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Karriereentwicklung, Führungspersönlichkeit, Erfolgsstrategien, Unternehmenskultur, Motivation und Leadership, Leadership-Tipps, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionäre Führung, Leadership Interviews, Erfolgreiche Manager, Unternehmer-Tipps, Leadership-Best Practices, Leadership-Perspektiven, Business-Coaching

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Vv_8yXKIR90 In Episode 345 of the Glass and Out Podcast, we welcome back a longtime friend of The Coaches Site and the Founder of the Changing the Game Project, John O'Sullivan. After spending more than two decades as a player and coach in the soccer world, O'Sullivan launched the Changing the Game Project in 2012 with a mission to transform the youth sports experience for athletes, coaches, and parents. He is also the author of three #1 bestselling books, and his work has been featured by CNN, Outside Magazine, ESPN, and NBC Sports. He just released his fourth book Captain: The Athlete's Guide to Being an Exceptional Team Leader. The book serves as a practical guide for athletes looking to develop the habits, mindset, and skills that will help them become effective leaders both on and off the field. O'Sullivan is also a familiar face within The Coaches Site community. At TCS Live 2024, he delivered a powerful keynote presentation on taking your coaching from transactional to transformational, challenging coaches to focus not just on performance, but on the lasting impact they have on the people they lead. You can check it out now on The Coaches Site. Listen as he shares his thoughts on developing leadership skills, navigating the challenges that can arise within a locker room, and why making people feel seen, valued, and understood can have such a powerful impact on team culture. Secure your TCS Live ticket: https://thecoachessitelive.com/ Download the TCS app: https://www.thecoachessite.com/app Start your 30 Day Free Trial: https://www.thecoachessite.com/ Learn more about our sponsors: Hudl: hudl.com/tcs Biosteel: BioSteelTeams.com/Glassandout

In this episode of the 7 Minute Leadership Podcast, Paul explores one of the most powerful — and often overlooked — truths in leadership: that you, as a leader, are the decision. Long before any formal choice is made, your behavior, energy, and presence are already communicating to your team what's safe, what's valued, and what kind of culture they're operating in. Paul breaks down how leaders unknowingly create environments where honesty feels risky, and why team silence or disengagement is often a reflection of the leader rather than the team. The episode challenges listeners to close the gap between who they think they are and who their team actually experiences — not through big programs or announcements, but through small, intentional daily choices. If you want a high-trust, high-performance culture, it starts with recognizing that leadership is less about what you decide and more about who you are when no one thinks anyone's watching.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

This week's Tarp Find celebrates David White, a school principal in Atlanta, Georgia, who retired back in September — and has now returned to the school in an entirely new capacity.Programming Note: Nothing is changing with Andrew's weekly interview episodes. Andrew's interview episodes will continue to be in your podcast feed every Thursday morning.

Great leaders understand that process creates consistency, but leadership creates movement. Episode 729 explores how to recognize high consequence moments, empower judgment, and lead effectively when systems break down.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Most people think business success and personal wellbeing live in separate worlds. Amy Vetter thinks that's exactly why so many leaders are burned out.In this fascinating conversation, Amy Vetter https://www.amyvetter.com/ shares her journey from accountant to partner, from burnout to balance, and from classical violinist to electric rock performer. Along the way, she discovered that fulfillment isn't a "soft skill"...it's a business strategy. In this episode, you'll discover: Why work-life balance is actually a leadership issue  The surprising connection between fulfillment and business results  How burnout often starts long before your career does  Why Gen Z isn't "lazy", they just need something different  The hidden cost of never disconnecting  How learning something new makes you a better leader  Why Amy now plays electric violin from the keynote stage If you've ever wondered whether success has to come at the expense of joy, this conversation might completely change your perspective.Because sometimes the path to better leadership isn't working harder—it's learning how to reconnect with yourself first. Want more from Amy?@amyvettercpa - all socialhttps://www.amyvetter.com/https://www.businessbalancebliss.com/Amy Vetter, CPA, CSP, Yogi, Musician, a dynamic keynote speaker and CEO of The B³ Method Institute. She uniquely blends her expertise as a business leader, CPA, yogi, and wellness practitioner. Through her innovative B³ Method®—Business + Balance = Bliss—and Fulfillment ROITM measurement system, she demonstrates how well-being directly drives business success.  Drawing from over 25 years of finance and technology leadership experience and her training as a certified health and life coach, Amy empowers organizations to achieve sustainable growth through connected leadership. Host of the Breaking Beliefs podcast and author of "Disconnect to Connect," she continues to transform how leaders create thriving, purpose-driven cultures.Anne Bonney your host is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.

Calm leadership is not passive leadership. This episode explores why leaders who regulate energy, control pace, and remain steady under pressure often outperform louder personalities. Learn practical ways to lead tense meetings, difficult conversations, and high pressure moments with confidence and control.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Have you ever launched an event or opened enrollment for a program and…crickets. Or maybe, you get a surge of sign-ups and then radio silence, leaving yourself wondering, "Why isn't this filling faster?" I know that feeling. That's why in this week's episode of Doing Business Like a Woman, I'm pulling back the curtain on what I've learned about filling rooms, filling events, and filling offers after nearly three years of leading a thriving community of women entrepreneurs and hosting over 72 events as Managing Director of the Northern Colorado Chapter of eWomenNetwork. The truth is, filling the room isn't only about marketing and sales. It's about leadership. It's about creating connection, building community, and believing in your vision before anyone else does. In this episode, I talk about: The leadership mindset required to fill events and offers Why personal invitations are more powerful than ever How to make it easy for people to say yes Why community matters more than ever in an AI-driven world If you're ready to increase your impact, this episode will encourage you to think bigger, stay committed, and keep showing up for your vision. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to Doing Business Like a Woman01:15 – Why we're talking about filling the room02:15 – Taking over the Northern Colorado eWomenNetwork chapter04:00 – The surprising reason Melissa said yes05:15 – Learning how to fill rooms and offers06:30 – We all start with an empty room07:15 – Your responsibility as a leader08:00 – Creating an ecosystem of support for women entrepreneurs09:00 – Serving thousands through events, programs, and coaching10:00 – What 72 events taught me about filling rooms10:45 – Why you must be more sold than anyone else11:30 – Stop waiting for validation and permission12:00 – "I go first, I go often, and I go on purpose"12:30 – Stop selling seats and start curating the room13:30 – Finding the right people for your community15:00 – Building something bigger than yourself16:00 – Relentless communication and connection17:00 – Why personal invitations work so well18:00 – AI, authenticity, and the future of live events19:30 – Making registration and enrollment easy20:30 – The event marketing lesson that changed everything21:30 – The power of personal outreach22:30 – People love to be invited23:00 – Staying committed when registrations slow down24:00 – Maintaining belief through the quiet middle25:00 – The challenge: filling a room with 111 women entrepreneurs26:00 – Lessons from Lindsey Vonn and Breezy Johnson27:00 – Giving your vision everything you've got28:00 – Think bigger and spread your message29:00 – Final encouragement and invitation to connect Stay Connected:

What separates great communicators from great leaders?In this episode of the People Performance Podcast, Martin Johnson and Claire Gleave (Head of Communications & Business Support at Findel) explore the connection between communication, emotional intelligence, and leadership effectiveness. They discuss why leadership is about more than sharing information;  it's about building trust, creating meaningful connections, and helping people feel part of something bigger.The conversation explores the four key elements of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management, and how these skills help leaders communicate more effectively, build stronger relationships, and lead high-performing teams.As workplaces become increasingly complex, we explore why emotional intelligence is becoming one of the most important skills for future leaders.-----Follow The People Performance Podcast for leadership, culture, and high-performance insights:Instagram: @peopleperformancepodcastTikTok: @peopleperformancepod

Decision support tools can improve leadership performance, but over-reliance creates blind spots that damage culture, strategy, and decision quality. Episode 727 explores how great leaders use data, AI, and analytics without surrendering judgment and accountability.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

How do you lead a company into the future without losing its identity? In this episode of the LEITWOLF® Podcast, Stefan speaks with Stefan Leitz – an internationally experienced leader who knows both global corporate environments and traditional family-owned businesses from the inside. After many years at companies such as Procter & Gamble, Gillette, Wella and Unilever, his career later took him to Kühne and Faber-Castell. It is exactly this experience between two very different business worlds that makes this conversation so valuable. Together, they explore what distinguishes great leadership in global corporations and family-owned businesses – and what both worlds can learn from each other. The conversation touches on tradition and transformation, brand and responsibility, long-term thinking, speed, and the question of how leaders need to evolve when environments, cultures and expectations change. Stefan Leitz shares how he recognizes leadership talent, what has shaped him as a leader, and why great leadership always means balancing future readiness with identity. ––– 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. ––– // Stefan Leitz LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefan-leitz-69255b24/ 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: homeister@stefan-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 you'll learn in this episode: ● How to handle stress before it happens ● Why caring proactively strengthens trust and loyalty ● The difference between excuses and habits ● How to lead people who resist change ● The secret to consistency when motivation fades ● Why respecting challenges doesn't mean giving them power ● How to build a “pre-decision compass” for when life gets bumpy

High pressure moments happen in every industry, and performance under stress can be trained. Episode 726 explores practical ways leaders can prepare their minds to make better decisions when the stakes are highest. This episode teaches a repeatable framework for staying calm, reducing decision fatigue, rehearsing scenarios, and improving performance under pressure.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

What you'll learn in this episode: ● The key difference between leading and managing ● How your words can carry more weight than you realize ● Why great leaders attract people seeking guidance ● How to empower your team through influence, not authority ● The mindset shift that transforms management into leadership

Playing it safe can feel responsible until years pass and opportunity disappears. Episode 725 explores why leaders must embrace calculated courage before caution becomes the biggest risk of all. Leadership growth happens through movement, not perfect conditions. This episode challenges listeners to stop waiting and start acting with intention.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

What separates successful entrepreneurs from everyone else? Is it intelligence, luck, timing, or something deeper? In this episode of Everything Is Personal, Len May sits down with entrepreneur, coach, speaker, and author David Greer for a wide-ranging conversation about the mindset, habits, and life experiences that shape extraordinary success. Drawing from decades of entrepreneurial experience, David shares the lessons he has learned about resilience, leadership, risk-taking, personal growth, and navigating uncertainty. He explains why setbacks are often the greatest teachers, how successful people approach failure differently, and what it takes to continue moving forward when the outcome is unclear. The conversation explores business partnerships, delegation, coaching, goal setting, decision-making, family influences, and the personal development practices that have helped David build both successful businesses and a meaningful life. More than a discussion about entrepreneurship, this episode is about the beliefs, behaviors, and perspectives that enable people to grow through adversity and pursue ambitious goals with clarity and confidence. Whether you're building a business, leading a team, navigating a career transition, or simply striving to become the best version of yourself, you'll find practical wisdom and valuable insights throughout this conversation. In This Episode • The mindset of successful entrepreneurs • How to navigate uncertainty and risk • Learning from setbacks and failure • Leadership, delegation, and team building • Coaching and personal development • Goal setting and long-term thinking • The impact of family and early influences • Building a meaningful life alongside business success • Resilience, growth, and continuous improvement Everything Is Personal explores the experiences, challenges, and defining moments that shape who we become. Subscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, thought leaders, innovators, and changemakers from around the world. The discussion also covers coaching, business partnerships, delegation, goal setting, personal development, family influences, and lessons learned from decades of entrepreneurial experience. David shares practical strategies for growth, leadership, and creating a meaningful life while balancing business and personal priorities. EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient Care EndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise. Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness   Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FB Connect with host, Len May, on IG     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why do some leaders freeze when pressure increases while others perform? Episode 724 breaks down the psychology of leadership under pressure and gives practical ways to build decision confidence before the big moments arrive. Learn how preparation, repetition, and intentional daily habits determine whether leaders act or stall when the stakes are highest.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Wie führt man Unternehmen erfolgreich in die Zukunft, ohne ihre Identität zu verlieren? In dieser Folge des LEITWOLF® Podcasts spricht Stefan mit Stefan Leitz – einer international erfahrenen Führungskraft, die sowohl globale Corporate-Welten als auch traditionsreiche Familienunternehmen von innen kennt. Nach vielen Jahren in Unternehmen wie Procter & Gamble, Gillette, Wella und Unilever führte ihn sein Weg unter anderem zu Kühne und Faber-Castell. Genau diese Erfahrung zwischen zwei sehr unterschiedlichen Unternehmenswelten macht dieses Gespräch besonders. Gemeinsam sprechen die beiden darüber, was gute Führung in globalen Konzernen und in Familienunternehmen unterscheidet – und was beide Welten voneinander lernen können. Es geht um Tradition und Transformation, um Marke und Verantwortung, um langfristiges Denken, Geschwindigkeit und die Frage, wie Führungskräfte ihre eigene Haltung weiterentwickeln müssen, wenn sich Umfeld, Kultur und Erwartungen verändern. Stefan Leitz teilt seine Perspektive darauf, woran er Führungstalent erkennt, was ihn selbst als Leader geprägt hat und warum gute Führung immer auch bedeutet, die Balance zwischen Zukunftsfähigkeit und Identität zu halten. ––– Nimm gerne an dieser anonymen Umfrage teil, damit wir diesen Podcast für Dich optimieren können: https://forms.gle/WTqCeutVXV2PsjBH9 Gefällt Dir dieser LEITWOLF® Leadership Podcast? Dann abonniere den Podcast und beurteile ihn bitte mit einer Sternebewertung und Rezension bei iTunes und/oder Spotify. Das hilft uns, diesen LEITWOLF® Podcast weiter zu verbessern und sichtbarer zu machen. ––– // Stefan Leitz LINKEDIN**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefan-leitz-69255b24/) Buche Dir JETZT Deinen Zugang zur LEITWOLF® Academy: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/leitwolf-academy Möchtest Du konkrete Tipps oder Unterstützung, wie gutes Führen in Deinem Unternehmen definiert und umgesetzt werden kann, dann schreibe Stefan eine Mail an: homeister@stefan-homeister-leadership.com ODER Vereinbare hier direkt ein kostenloses Beratungsgespräch mit Stefan: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/calendly // LINKEDIN: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com/link/linkedin // WEBSITE: https://stefan-homeister-leadership.com ® 2017 STEFAN HOMEISTER LEITWOLF® ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ____ LEITWOLF Podcast, Leadership, Führung, Management, Stefan Homeister, Podcast, Business Leadership, Erfolgreich führen, Unternehmensführung, Führungskompetenz, Leadership Development, Teammanagement, Leadership Skills, Selbstführung, Leadership Coaching, Leadership Training, Karriereentwicklung, Führungspersönlichkeit, Erfolgsstrategien, Unternehmenskultur, Motivation und Leadership, Leadership-Tipps, Leadership Insights, Change Management, Visionäre Führung, Leadership Interviews, Erfolgreiche Manager, Unternehmer-Tipps, Leadership-Best Practices, Leadership-Perspektiven, Business-Coaching

What you'll learn in this episode Why listening—not talking—is the ultimate sales skill The 3 steps of the CPI framework: connect energetically, ask adept questions, actively listen How to uncover what clients are afraid to admit Why setting emotional expectations prevents frustration and blame How to turn predictable problems into opportunities for trust The difference between fake rapport and real connection Why influence is something you're given, not something you chase How authentic listening positions you as the trusted expert Teach to Sell Preorder: Teach to Sell: Why Top Performers Never Sell – And What They Do Instead To find out more about Dan Rochon and the CPI Community, you can check these links:Website: No Broke MonthsPodcast: No Broke Months for Salespeople PodcastInstagram: @donrochonxFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NoBrokeMonths/Facebook: Dan RochonLinkedIn: Dan RochonTeach to Sell Preorder: Teach to Sell: Why Top Performers Never Sell – And What They Do Instead

In this episode, Pastor Q discusses why so many leaders feel overwhelmed by urgency and constant demands. He explains the difference between what is truly urgent and what simply feels urgent, emphasizing the importance of setting priorities before the day begins. Leaders who lack clarity often live in reaction mode, allowing interruptions to control their focus and energy. Pastor Q encourages leaders to replace panic with clarity by identifying their top priorities and focusing on the next right thing. While you can't control everything that comes at you, you can control what gets your attention. Effective leadership isn't about doing everything—it's about focusing on what matters most.

Routine leadership creates consistency, Red Key Leadership defines reputation. Learn how to recognize the moments that matter most and prepare every day so you can lead when pressure arrives.This episode explores why leaders are remembered less for routine tasks and more for high consequence decisions that shape trust, culture, and legacy.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Send us Fan MailIn this solo episode of Spartan Leadership, Josh Kosnick tackles a problem that's quietly wrecking our society, our homes, and our boardrooms: the inability to hold two truths at the same time. From Memorial Day to the boardroom to your marriage, he breaks down how binary thinking masquerades as conviction while quietly destroying wisdom, trust, and culture.You'll hear why being “for” or “against” everything isn't strength, it's rigidity — and how real leaders learn to sit in tension, honor complexity, and still make clear decisions. Josh then walks through six practical disciplines you can start using this week to build the muscle of holding two truths without folding under pressure.If you're a leader at work, at home, or in your community, this episode will challenge how you think, how you decide, and how you show up when things get complex.

Send us Fan MailWhat does it actually take to lead in an era where artificial intelligence is reshaping every industry, every role, and every assumption about how work gets done? On this episode of Navigating the Customer Experience, Yanique Grant sits down with Jack Jendo, founder of BrainDigits, AI strategist, and author of Lead Forward, to explore what the future workplace really looks like and why leadership is the most important skill you can develop right now.Jack brings a perspective shaped by years of working across the Middle East, Europe, and Australia, building AI-powered programs for governments, corporations, and startups. His message is clear: AI is not just a tool. It is a mindset shift, and leaders who understand this will be the ones who define what comes next.WHAT YOU WILL LEARN IN THIS EPISODEJack shares the journey that took him from juggling three jobs during university to running agencies across multiple continents and founding BrainDigits. He talks about why he wrote Lead Forward, a book designed for three types of people he encounters every day: entrepreneurs who are just getting started, senior professionals who feel like their career is winding down when it does not have to be, and leaders in the middle who feel pressure but lack clarity.Jack also introduces a concept that reframes how leaders can use AI: the Digital Twin. Rather than using AI as a general assistant, Jack trains specialized AI versions of himself, one for brainstorming, one for financial strategy, one for business development. He has been building and refining these tools for years, and the result is a thinking partner that reflects his values, his frameworks, and his way of approaching problems.THE FUTURE WORKPLACE: AI FIRST OR AI ENABLED?Jack places AI in the same category as transformative inventions like the printing press and the internet. Each of those disrupted every industry it touched. AI is doing the same. But the change is not primarily about tools. It is about mindset and clarity.He describes two futures emerging for organizations. The first is a company that adopts AI aggressively without understanding what it is doing, relying on automation without the human judgment to direct it. That organization will struggle. The second is a company led by people who know exactly what they need, who operate with ownership and freedom, and who use AI to remove friction and accelerate execution. That is the organization every leader should be building toward.AI IS THE NEW LEADERSHIP SKILLJack and Yanique explore what it means to treat AI as a leadership skill rather than a software category. His view is that every task with a clear process can now be handled by AI. What cannot be automated is knowing what needs to be done, deciding the direction, and leading people through change.The leaders who will thrive are those who invest in training their AI tools the same way they would develop a trusted assistant. Not with generic prompts, but with context, values, goals, and frameworks. That investment is what turns a general tool into something genuinely useful.Jack shares that his two primary tools are ChatGPT, where he has trained a custom model called TwinJack over four years for brainstorming and strategic thinking, and Claude, which he has used for automation over the past year. He describes them as complementary, each with a distinct role, and both trained with the same foundation.KEY INSIGHTS FROM THIS EPISODEExperience compounds. Working across multiple roles and industries, especially early in a career, creates a foundation that multiplies future opportunity.Retirement is not an endpoint. Jack pushes back on the idea that experienced professionals should wind down. Their knowledge, relationships, and judgment are among the most valuable assets available to any organization.Scaling happens during crisis. When others pull back, Jack leans in. His approach is to build capacity, strengthen teams, and expand during periods of pressure because that is when the real growth happens.The guiding question Jack returns to during adversity is simple: remember why you started. It is not about nostalgia. It is about using original purpose as an anchor when clarity is hard to find.BOOKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODELead Forward by Jack Jendo https://www.amazon.com/s?k=lead+forward+jack+jendoStart with Why by Simon Sinek https://www.amazon.com/s?k=start+with+why+simon+sinekRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki https://www.amazon.com/s?k=rich+dad+poor+dadThe Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason https://www.amazon.com/s?k=richest+man+in+babylonTOOLS MENTIONEDChatGPT (Custom GPT / TwinJack): https://chatgpt.com Claude (AI): https://claude.ai BrainDigits: https://braindigits.comCONNECT WITH JACK JENDOLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=jack+jendo Instagram: Search Jack JendoJack responds personally to every message.FOLLOW NAVIGATING THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCEX (Twitter): https://x.com/navigatingCX Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/NavigatingtheCustomerExperience LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaniquewagrantcx/ Website: https://yaniquegrant.com/podcasts/

Long table groups are transforming how modern leaders learn, connect, and grow. Episode 722 of The 7 Minute Leadership Podcast explores why diverse conversations and shared experiences create stronger leaders, smarter organizations, and more resilient teams.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

In this episode of The Real Women Real Business Podcast, Shauna Lynn Simon sits down with Joy Lynskey, Founder and CEO of Jewel Toned Interiors, to explore what it really takes to build a team culture rooted in creativity, contribution, and accountability. Joy shares how her background in psychology shaped the way she leads, why her team uses simple daily huddles and deep quarterly meetings, and how she has created a business where people are expected to bring ideas, own outcomes, and learn from mistakes.Listeners will walk away with practical ways to reduce the boomerang effect of delegation, move beyond reactive leadership, and create stronger systems for communication, trust, and decision-making. Joy also offers a powerful perspective on integrity, culture fit, work-life harmony, and using leadership to create meaningful ripple effects.If you are ready to build a team that grows with you instead of depending on you, this episode is a must-listen.Timestamps:(01:50) - (06:30) - Joy's path from psychology to interior design and why human behavior shapes her leadership(06:31) - (13:15) - Daily huddles, team charters, and creating rituals that invite contribution(13:16) - (17:25) - Hiring for culture, accountability, and redefining integrity inside a team(17:26) - (25:15) - Mistakes, ownership, playbooks, and how to stop rescuing your team(25:16) - (36:30) - Role playing client conversations and building confidence without lowering standards(36:31) - (49:10) - Work-life harmony, ripple effects, and Joy's advice for leaders building stronger cultures Resources:Book Your FREE Coaching Assessment Call with Shauna Lynn: https://www.aboutshaunalynn.com/coachmeLearn more about the show: AboutShaunaLynn.com/podcastComplimentary Virtual Design Consultation for 1 Hour (Mention podcast when booking through this link): https://jeweltoned.com/contact-us/No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention by Reed Hastings and Erin Meyer: https://amzn.to/4dwJZ0G Connect with Joy Lynskey:Jewel Toned Interiors: https://jeweltoned.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jtidesignstudioInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeweltonedinteriors/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jeweltonedinteriors3352Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/jtidesignstudio/Email: joy@jeweltoned.comJoy Lynskey is the Founder and CEO of Jewel Toned Interiors, a women-owned interior design studio based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. With experience across luxury multifamily, workplace, wellness, residential, and community-centered projects, Joy blends creative vision with operational discipline to create stronger outcomes for clients and teams. Her leadership is shaped by a deep interest in psychology, collaboration, and the human side of design. In 2023, Joy became the first woman President of the Construction Executives Association, bringing a more inclusive and purpose-driven lens to the construction and built environment industries. As a mother of four, business owner, and advocate for intentional leadership, Joy is passionate about helping people contribute meaningfully at work and beyond.

What it takes to lead as a communicator and communicate as a leader.Leadership isn't just about making decisions — it's about how you communicate them. As Matt Abrahams puts it, “Communication is operationalized leadership.”At a recent Me2We event, in connection with Stanford GSB's Executive Education LEAD program, Abrahams held a live discussion with four of the podcast's most popular guests: Celine Teoh, facilitator of the GSB's famous Interpersonal Dynamics course; Huggy Rao, organizational behavior professor and co-author of The Friction Project; legendary Stanford basketball coach Tara VanDerveer; and Dave Dodson, lecturer and author of The Manager's Handbook.In this special live episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, the panel shares frameworks and lessons for leading and communicating more effectively. From Teoh's five A's for inviting dissent to Rao's warning against “jargon monoxide,” from VanDerveer's relationship-first approach to Dodson's case for leading like a teacher, this conversation explores what it takes to communicate as a leader — and lead as a communicator.Episode Reference Links:Celine TeohTara VanDerveerHuggy RaoHuggy's Book: The Friction ProjectDavid DodsonDavid's Book: The Manager's HandbookEp.194 Live Lessons in Levity and Leadership: Me2We 2025 Part 1 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 (04:18) - Encouraging Dissent (06:40) - The Addition Bias (09:57) - Coaching Through Encouragement (12:12) - Leadership in the AI Era (16:24) - Teaching vs. Managing (17:46) - Making People Feel Appreciated (19:06) - Slowing Down Decisions (21:24) - Listening More (24:24) - Avoiding Jargon (26:31) - Giving Better Feedback (28:53) - Preparing for Communication (29:44) - Using Communication Frameworks (31:15) - Skills for Future Leaders (37:47) - Conclusion

Most leaders are trained to perform, strategize, and execute, but there's one skill almost nobody teaches, and it's the difference between leaders who get compliance and leaders who earn devotion. It's called presence, and it has surprisingly little to do with focus.In this episode, Josh sits down with high performance coach Dr. Mark Matthews to break down the Present Protocol, a framework for leading with deep presence at work and at home. Here's what they get into:The "leadership gap" almost no one talks about, and why being focused on someone is not the same as being present with themThe one-line distinction between focus and presence that reframes how you show up as a leaderThe two phases of the Present Protocol, starting with the four capacities of deep presence that most high performers skip right pastWhy presence is the antidote to the loneliness so many founders feel even when they're surrounded by a team every dayThe skill that separates leaders who manage people from leaders who actually move themHow Josh is applying this in the three "home base" areas of his life: his team, his customers, and his familyThe hardest capacity to master, the one that asks you to suspend judgment in real time (Josh shares a 6:30 a.m. story from that very morning)This isn't woo woo, and it isn't another time management hack. It's the relational skill that changes how your team, your customers, and your family experience you. If you've ever felt present on paper but somehow still not connected, this is the episode that makes it click.Connect with Dr. Mark Matthews on Instagram @facemyfear or on LinkedIn as Dr. Mark Matthews. Want to go deeper? Go back to episode 231, "Are You Addicted to Achievement and the Hidden Cost of High Performance."Loved this episode? Drop us a rating because we're going for #1 ecommerce podcast in the world and every single rating moves the needle.-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-► Visit Our Website For Training and Resources► Leave Us An Honest Rating, Email An Image Of Your Rating To team@theecommercealley.com, We'll Send You A $10 Amazon Gift Card As An Appreciation Gift!► Learn About Our Mentorship Program For Ecom Brands Making Over $10k/month► Checkout Our Software, Breezeway - Never Second-Guess Your Meta Ads Again►  Follow Josh on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | 

This episode explores the silent emotional weight many leaders carry while waiting for encouragement, recognition, or reassurance that never comes. It delivers a powerful message about resilience, emotional intelligence, and becoming the support system others desperately need.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Leadership lessons are not owned by one profession, industry, or personality. Episode 689 explores how emotional intelligence, communication, accountability, and decision making can be taught through aviation, sports, military experience, business, relationships, and everyday life.This episode explains why great leaders become collectors of perspectives and learn from every human experience around them.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

This episode of The 7 Minute Leadership Podcast explores how leaders balance transparency, confidentiality, and information sharing within organizations. Paul Falavolito explains when leaders should communicate openly with teams, when information must remain protected, and how trust is built through disciplined communication.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Too many workplace cultures collapse because leaders tolerate behaviors they privately complain about. This episode explains how avoiding uncomfortable conversations weakens accountability, damages trust, and teaches employees that standards are negotiable.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

The hidden habits behind calm, confident communicators.What does it really take to become a more confident communicator? In this special collaboration between Think Fast, Talk Smart and Headspace, host Matt Abrahams shares practical, mindful strategies for speaking with clarity, managing anxiety, listening more deeply, and connecting more authentically with others.Across five short lessons, Matt outlines how to calm speaking nerves, become a better listener, structure your ideas clearly, engage any audience, and strengthen your presence — whether you're leading a meeting, giving a presentation, or navigating everyday conversations.Whether you're speaking to a crowd or having a one-on-one conversation, these tools can help you communicate with more confidence, calm, and connection.Episode Reference Links:Headspace 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 >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (03:36) - Speaking Anxiety (08:42) - Mindful Communication (13:51) - Clarity & Structure (17:28) - Creating Engagement (24:53) - Building Presence (29:55) - 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.Join our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

Leadership is not about having more resources, it is about maximizing what you already have. Learn how small inputs can create powerful outcomes through intentional leadership.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

In this episode of Leadership Tea, Shelby and Belinda sit down with Kahana Samms, founder of Good Spirit Cafe, to discuss reinvention, entrepreneurship, wellness, and building community after uncertainty.After years working in federal IT and cybersecurity, Kahana found herself navigating furloughs, layoffs, and major life transitions, prompting her to rethink stability, purpose, and what it truly means to build a meaningful life. Together, they discuss:Entrepreneurship and sacrificeBuilding a “third space” for healing and connectionThe emotional realities of starting overLeadership, energy, and authenticityCreativity as a pathway to purposeWhy community-centered spaces matter now more than everThis conversation is grounding, inspiring, and honest, especially for anyone navigating transition or building something from the heart.--------------------Our company, Grounded and Global Advisory, is pleased to offer a quarterly advisory retainer. For $275 per month (billed quarterly, with the option to renew each quarter), you'll receive:One 60-minute coaching session per monthPriority access to our calendarOne annual 90-minute strategic intensiveThis offer is for the person who knows what good advisory support feels like and doesn't want to lose it. Spots are limited. If you're interested, email us directly at hello@stirringsuccess.com, and we'll be in touch.Send us a comment!Support the showWe publish new episodes every other Wednesday.Subscribe to the Leadership Tea PodcastSubscribe to Leadership Tea on YouTube!Follow us on Instagram @Leadership_Tea for more inspiration and insights.

Learn how to turn leadership setbacks into powerful comebacks using real, field-tested strategies. This episode breaks down how to own mistakes, rebuild trust, and lead stronger after failure.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

Get the FREE GUIDE to 10 Nonclinical Careers at nonclinicalphysicians.com/freeguide. Get a list of 70 nontraditional jobs at nonclinicalphysicians.com/70jobs.                                                                                                 =============== The American Association for Physician Leadership played a direct role in John's own path to becoming a chief medical officer. So who better to dedicate a full episode to than the organization's President and CEO, Dr. Peter Angood. In this throwback from 2022, they get into what AAPL actually is and what it offers. Why Dr. Angood believes physician leadership isn't a title reserved for a few, it's a responsibility that extends across the entire profession. Dr. Angood covers the full scope of the organization: 85+ courses, a Certified Physician Executive credential, seven master's degree programs through five university partnerships, and 350–400 institutional programs annually. He also tackles physician burnout from a systems perspective. Arguing that telling already-resilient physicians to be more resilient simply misses the point entirely. You'll find links mentioned in the episode at nonclinicalphysicians.com/build-leadership-skills/. 

Why “easy to work with” can become a leadership liability How small acts of avoidance create cultural drift The hidden relationship between accountability and trust Why high performers notice inconsistent standards first How unclear expectations frustrate teams over time The concept of “autopilot leadership” from Think First Learned helplessness and what it does to workplace culture The difference between Firefighter leadership and Architect leadership Why avoiding hard conversations creates bigger problems later A practical question leaders should ask themselves regularly:“Am I protecting this relationship, or avoiding discomfort?” How deliberate leaders create clarity without sacrificing compassion Why strong cultures are built through consistency, honesty, and accountability Think First

Learn how leaders can make fair decisions when facing conflicting employee perspectives without clear policies. This episode breaks down a practical, values-based approach to handling tough leadership situations with clarity and integrity.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI

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