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What Leaders Need NowThree Leadership Qualities the World Desperately Needs | The Leadership Foundry PodcastI had the opportunity to sit down with my longtime colleague and friend, Randy Hain, and his business partner, Brandon Smith, to discuss leadership courage and findings in my What Leaders Need Now Leadership Assessment. They asked some thought-provoking questions and provided me with the opportunity to explain why courage in the workplace is so important for leaders today.
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2025-03-2627 minWhat Leaders Need NowThree Leadership Qualities the World Desperately Needs | The Leadership Foundry PodcastI had the opportunity to sit down with my longtime colleague and friend, Randy Hain, and his business partner, Brandon Smith, to discuss leadership courage and findings in my What Leaders Need Now Leadership Assessment. They asked some thought-provoking questions and provided me with the opportunity to explain why courage in the workplace is so important for leaders today.
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2025-03-2627 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Leadership Courage & Acknowledging Reality | Episode 18What do grief and rumination have to do with leadership courage? More than you may think. Recently I had the opportunity to discuss these and other topics as they pertain to acknowledging reality, which I posit is a behavior of leadership courage, with my long-time colleagues, Laura Roccaforte and Sheppard Lake. With so much change in almost every organization, acknowledgment is a process that you, as a leader, must not only go through personally, but lead through. Laura and Sheppard have sage advice on recognizing your "present" state and beginning the process of courageously helping those you lead accept change.2025-02-2136 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Leadership Courage & Acknowledging Reality | Episode 18
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2025-02-2136 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Lead Together | Episode 17A few months ago a previous podcast guest recommended a book to me and suggested I talk to the author. Thank you, Dr. Cascario! Psychology researcher and author, Tania Luna, wrote a very special book on power, Lead Together: Stop Squirreling Away Power and Build a Better Team. Her approach to the bold topic of power within teams was fascinating and unexpected. As I said in my podcast, “Her book will draw you in, make you smile, and, possibly, even make you laugh out loud. But make no mistake, the insights are profound!” Her “story” needs to be shared far and wide...2024-12-1834 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Lead Together | Episode 17A few months ago a previous podcast guest recommended a book to me and suggested I talk to the author. Thank you, Dr. Cascario! Psychology researcher and author, Tania Luna, wrote a very special book on power, Lead Together: Stop Squirreling Away Power and Build a Better Team. Her approach to the bold topic of power within teams was fascinating and unexpected. As I said in my podcast, “Her book will draw you in, make you smile, and, possibly, even make you laugh out loud. But make no mistake, the insights are profound!” Her “story” needs to be shared far and wide...2024-12-1834 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Becoming a More Thoughtful Leader | Episode 16
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2024-11-2122 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Becoming a More Thoughtful Leader | Episode 16I once again had the pleasure of hosting my good friend and fellow executive coach, Randy Hain, as my guest on the What Leaders Need Now podcast. We discussed Randy's newest book, Becoming a More Thoughtful Leader, which is Randy’s 11th book! I’m always amazed at how Randy runs his own business as a full-time executive coach, works as a partner in the Leadership Foundry, is involved in numerous non-profits, speaks regularly at colleges, AND writes books. How does he do it? The short answer: He is very thoughtful about where he spends his time, and what brings him...2024-11-2122 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Power, for All | Episode 15I had the incredible opportunity to meet and interview Dr. Tiziana Casciaro, who co-wrote a book entitled "Power, for All: How it Works and Why It's Everyone's Business." It is a page-turner! I was so excited when she agreed to be a guest on my podcast series to explain how power is one of the most misunderstood concepts. As professional leaders, we must understand and use our power to have positive impact and influence, inviting others in through empathy, humility and, well, empowerment. I loved Tiziana's response to my question about "speaking truth to power," topic clients often raise. Enjoy...2024-09-1250 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Power, for All | Episode 15
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2024-09-1250 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Honoring Your Natural Rhythm to Maximize Your Strengths | Episode 14I had the opportunity to attend a thought provoking webinar, so I asked the hosts, Taryn Laasko and Cynthia Gene, to join me on my next podcast. The discussion centered around topics such as burnout (which I'm keenly interested in), our personal "seasons", and our expectations for performance.2024-08-1226 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Honoring Your Natural Rhythm to Maximize Your Strengths | Episode 14
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2024-08-1226 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: The Possible Self | Episode 13
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2024-04-3042 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: The Possible Self | Episode 13Change is hard. Sometimes it feels impossible to change our behaviors, no matter how simple or monumental they might be. Why is that? Dr. Maja Djikic, professor and author of The Possible Self, explains the science behind why we fail and what key ingredients we're missing for sustainable change to occur. And it's not just about setting goals or having tremendous willpower. Yet, it can be done if you truly WANT it. Super fascinating!2024-04-3042 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Why Have an Executive Coach | Episode 12
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2024-04-1646 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Why Have an Executive Coach | Episode 12Have you ever considered working with an executive coach, but weren’t sure if it would be right for you? Andrea talks with Virginia Neiswender, Associate General Counsel at Cox Enterprises, and David Clapp, Managing Partner of CarterBaldwin Executive Search, about why they started working with a coach, how they selected theirs, and the benefits they gained from it. They also discuss the difference between a mentor and an executive coach and why they are both so valuable in your career. These executive leaders will provide you with their personal insights so that you make an informed decision whether or no...2024-04-1646 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Courage in Leadership | Episode 11
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2024-02-0834 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Courage in Leadership | Episode 11Often you get advice from people who haven’t actually “done it.” Not this time. Janet Barnard, former C-suite leader, who came up from the ranks to help lead a $3.5B business and was the first female in many of her roles, talks with me about courageous leadership. Her thoughtful and spot-on advice to leaders at any level shouldn’t be missed. Janet discusses her journey, what she learned along the way, and says, “You can do more than you think you can by changing your self-talk.” Believe it!2024-02-0834 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Agile EQ | Episode 10
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2023-11-1438 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Agile EQ | Episode 10"In terms of getting results, relationships mean everything," was just one of the benefits Carol Horner sees with team and self-assessments. As a 20-year Everything DiSC partner, Carol knows a thing or two about the immense value this assessment can bring in building foundations and trust within a team. She shares how adapting and creating "win-wins" through understanding yourself and your teammates has a huge impact on taking your team to the next level.2023-11-1438 minWhat Leaders Need Now"Try it. You just never know." was just one of the incredible insights provided by Kia Painter, Chief People Officer for Cox Communications, during our recent conversation. Kia talked about her love of learning and her biggest takeaways after reading my book, What Leaders Need Now. She even shares what she started implementing right away and the importance of realizing how we are showing up to our teams. Take a listen. You won't regret it!2023-10-0430 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Authenticity | Episode 8What Leaders Need Now co-founder, Andrea Chilcote, has a very personal and courageous discussion with former executive and now leadership coach, Dianne Earley, on authenticity. Dianne brings forth some of her experiences and learnings to the benefit of others and provides insight into why authentic leaders and cultures are a requirement to stay competitive in today’s business world. Dianne’s very real stories will make you ask yourself “why not?” and cause you to rethink compassion in the workplace.
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2023-07-2537 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Authenticity | Episode 8What Leaders Need Now co-founder, Andrea Chilcote, has a very personal and courageous discussion with former executive and now leadership coach, Dianne Earley, on authenticity. Dianne brings forth some of her experiences and learnings to the benefit of others and provides insight into why authentic leaders and cultures are a requirement to stay competitive in today’s business world. Dianne’s very real stories will make you ask yourself “why not?” and cause you to rethink compassion in the workplace.2023-07-2537 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Reflection | Episode 7Leadership expert Andrea Chilcote talks with her good friend and colleague, Randy Hain, of Serviam Partners about the power of reflection for today’s leaders. Both authors have written extensively about this key practice and its ability to guide leaders in their day-to-day actions. Learn about time thieves and how consuming data has changed our reflective practices. Randy also discusses the importance of “savoring the moments” and being present.
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2023-07-1126 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Reflection | Episode 7Leadership expert Andrea Chilcote talks with her good friend and colleague, Randy Hain, of Serviam Partners about the power of reflection for today's leaders. Both authors have written extensively about this key practice and its ability to guide leaders in their day-to-day actions. Learn about time thieves and how consuming data has changed our reflective practices. Randy also discusses the importance of "savoring the moments" and being present.2023-07-1126 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Courage in the Workplace | Episode 6WLNN co-host Laura Roccaforte is joined by special guest Scott Focht of the Omaha Public Power District and together they discuss courage in the workplace. Scott shares how he developed his leadership courage through the power of yes and calming the chaos by listening to the orchestra of compassion, courage and humility & dancing to that music.
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2023-06-1430 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Courage in the Workplace | Episode 6WLNN co-host Laura Roccaforte is joined by special guest Scott Focht of the Omaha Public Power District and together they discuss courage in the workplace. Scott shares how he developed his leadership courage through the power of yes and calming the chaos by listening to the orchestra of compassion, courage and humility & dancing to that music.2023-06-1430 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Humility | Episode 5Leadership expert Andrea Chilcote talks with Dr. Todd Strumwasser, anesthesiologist, health system executive, and former President of the Northern California Division of CommonSpirit Health, the second largest non-profit hospital chain in the US. Andrea and Dr. Strumwasser discuss his leadership journey from operating room to senior executive, and how humility plays a critical role in effective leadership. Ego-strength is not what you think it is; it’s about being open-minded with stakeholders during the decision-making process, and admitting when you’ve made a mistake.
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2023-05-0323 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhat Leaders Need Now: Humility | Episode 5Leadership expert Andrea Chilcote talks with Dr. Todd Strumwasser, anesthesiologist, health system executive, and former President of the Northern California Division of CommonSpirit Health, the second largest non-profit hospital chain in the US. Andrea and Dr. Strumwasser discuss his leadership journey from operating room to senior executive, and how humility plays a critical role in effective leadership. Ego-strength is not what you think it is; it’s about being open-minded with stakeholders during the decision-making process, and admitting when you’ve made a mistake.2023-05-0323 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhy Leaders Need Courage Now | Episode 4Leadership experts Andrea Chilcote and Laura Roccaforte discuss leaders having courage in the workplace. They share personal stories as well as examples from real-life clients. They will show how exhibiting this leadership quality connects you with your team members and aligns with your own values, which ultimately elevates your company culture.2023-04-2021 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhy Leaders Need Courage Now | Episode 4Leadership experts Andrea Chilcote and Laura Roccaforte discuss leaders having courage in the workplace. They share personal stories as well as examples from real-life clients. They will show how exhibiting this leadership quality connects you with your team members and aligns with your own values, which ultimately elevates your company culture.2023-04-2021 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhy Leaders Need Self-Compassion in the Workplace | Episode 3Leadership experts Andrea Chilcote and Laura Roccaforte discuss the importance of leaders having and demonstrating self-compassion in the workplace. Andrea examines three relatable personas, or archetypes, and how they derail self-compassion. They are joined by Kathy Gauthier, founder of Connective Living, who worked extensively with healthcare leaders during and after the pandemic. Kathy shares how a lack of self-compassion affects you as well as others around you. She will take you through an exercise that illustrates the importance of self-compassion “breaks.”2023-04-0424 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhy Leaders Need Self-Compassion in the Workplace | Episode 3Leadership experts Andrea Chilcote and Laura Roccaforte discuss the importance of leaders having and demonstrating self-compassion in the workplace. Andrea examines three relatable personas, or archetypes, and how they derail self-compassion. They are joined by Kathy Gauthier, founder of Connective Living, who worked extensively with healthcare leaders during and after the pandemic. Kathy shares how a lack of self-compassion affects you as well as others around you. She will take you through an exercise that illustrates the importance of self-compassion “breaks.”
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htt...2023-04-0424 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhy Leaders Need Compassion Now: Compassion in the Workplace | Episode 2Leadership experts Andrea Chilcote and Laura Roccaforte address the first attribute leaders need now: compassion. Joined by executive coach and mindfulness teacher, Sheppard Lake, they discuss how leaders must be better equipped to recognize when employees are struggling and demonstrate compassion for their well-being. Sheppard walks us through a special exercise to bring forth this leadership attribute.
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2023-03-0116 minWhat Leaders Need NowWhy Leaders Need Compassion Now: Compassion in the Workplace | Episode 2Leadership experts Andrea Chilcote and Laura Roccaforte address the first attribute leaders need now: compassion. Joined by executive coach and mindfulness teacher, Sheppard Lake, they discuss how leaders must be better equipped to recognize when employees are struggling and demonstrate compassion for their well-being. Sheppard walks us through a special exercise to bring forth this leadership attribute.2023-03-0116 minWhat Leaders Need NowIntroduction to What Leaders Need Now | Episode 1Is leadership something you take for granted? Have you ever second-guessed your ability to lead your team through these tumultuous times? In this new podcast series, leadership experts Andrea Chilcote and Laura Roccaforte dive into the shifting needs of leaders and their teams and introduce leadership attributes required in today’s workplace.2023-02-2819 minWhat Leaders Need NowIntroduction to What Leaders Need Now | Episode 1Is leadership something you take for granted? Have you ever second-guessed your ability to lead your team through these tumultuous times? In this new podcast series, leadership experts Andrea Chilcote and Laura Roccaforte dive into the shifting needs of leaders and their teams and introduce leadership attributes required in today’s workplace.
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