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The Leadership Vision PodcastHow dreams, identity, and borrowed courage shape the journey of becomingSend us a textIn this reflective conversation, Nathan Freeburg sits down with Dr. Linda Schubring and Brian Schubring to explore the prelude and postlude of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Together, they unpack how dreams shape identity, why borrowed belief matters, and how our personal “maps” can never be erased—even when they’re marked by struggle or uncertainty.Key Themes:Dreams that shape us—even when they aren’t fulfilled literallyBorrowed belief and the courage to tryIdentity, growth, and integrationWhy our creases and imperfections matterLiving “unfolded” as a daily practice...
2026-02-0919 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastApplying Unfolded: Finding Agency in the Middle of ChangeSend us a textChange is inevitable—but agency is not automatic.In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg is joined by Dr. Linda Schubring and Brian Schubring for a deep, practical conversation on how leaders can apply the principles from their book, Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane, when change feels disruptive, unexpected, or out of our control.Rather than focusing on theory, this conversation explores how transformation actually unfolds in real life—through reflection, lived experience, community, and courage. Brian and Linda invite lead...
2026-01-2619 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastWhat Stands Out: Reflection as a Leadership PracticeSend us a textIn this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg is joined by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring to explore the reflection and application practices behind their book, Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Together, they unpack the questions they use with leaders and teams to create clarity, safety, and momentum—starting with one simple prompt: What stands out?This conversation invites listeners to slow down, listen differently, and reflect on the people, places, and voices shaping their leadership and life.What You’ll LearnWh...
2026-01-1933 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastComing Home After Transformation: Why Growth Needs a Place to LandSend us a textWhat happens after growth? After the dream is realized? After the change takes its toll?In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg is joined by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring to revisit Chapter Five—Home—from Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane.Together, they explore why transformation requires a place to land, how excitement and exhaustion can coexist, and what leaders can learn from creating space for reflection, rest, and reintegration. This conversation offers practical wisdom for leaders, teams, and anyone navigating change.
2026-01-1224 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastRe-Broadcast: The Power of Alignment in LeadershipSend us a textIn the quiet space between Christmas and New Year’s, we revisit a favorite 2025 conversation with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring on alignment.This episode explores why high-performing teams aren’t just working hard—but moving in the same direction—and how leaders can create clarity, trust, and momentum at every level.Reflection for the year ahead: Can your team clearly see how their daily work connects to the bigger mission?What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How organizati...
2025-12-2952 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastCreating Space Before We Need ItSend us a textIn this solo reflection, Nathan Freeburg explores how some of the most important leadership work happens quietly, long before problems appear. Inspired by a parenting moment, Nathan reflects on stewardship, foresight, invisible leadership, and the power of small, preventative actions that shape long-term growth. This episode invites leaders to step back from urgency and trust the slow formation that creates healthy teams and cultures.What You’ll LearnWhy preventative leadership often goes unnoticedHow stewardship and foresight shape long-term outcomesThe importance of creating space before growth is neededWhy sm...
2025-12-2208 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastUnfolded Highlights: Five Leadership Invitations to End 2025 and Begin 2026Send us a textAs we close out 2025, this special highlight episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast brings together powerful moments from our year-long conversation series around Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane by Dr. Linda Schubring and Brian Schubring.Drawing from episodes focused on both individual and team transformation, this compilation explores the five core themes of the book—Dream, Play, Try, Fly, and Home—and offers listeners practical reflection questions to carry into the new year.This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and step into 2026 with...
2025-12-1518 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastServe the City: How Small Acts of Service Transform Leaders and TeamsSend us a textHave you ever been part of a weekend that you know you’ll carry with you forever?In this conversation, Nathan is joined by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring to reflect on their time in Brussels celebrating the 20th anniversary of Serve the City International—a global movement built on a simple idea: many people doing small things together can make a big difference.Leaders from 35 countries across 6 continents gathered to mark two decades of kindness in action. Linda and Brian opened the event with thei...
2025-12-0832 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastHolding Ambition and Gratitude: A Thanksgiving Leadership ReflectionSend us a textIn this special Thanksgiving episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg reflects on the leadership posture of holding long-term goals and present-moment gratitude simultaneously. Drawing from themes within Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring’s book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane, Nathan explores why transformation grows slowly — through small, daily practices that shape who we become over time.This episode offers a grounding, accessible reflection for leaders, teams, and anyone hoping to reconnect with purpose, gratitude, and the meaningful work unfolding in their lives.Reflection
2025-11-2406 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastWhen Transformation Comes Home: How Leaders Integrate Growth After ChangeSend us a textWhat happens when you’ve been changed by a powerful experience—growth, success, or transformation—and then return to the same environment that hasn’t changed with you? In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg talks with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring to unpack Chapter 5 of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Together, they explore what it means for leaders to come “home” after transformation—to re-enter familiar places with new eyes, integrate learning without losing authenticity, and respond to misunderstanding or resistance with grounded self-acceptance.You’ll di...
2025-11-1043 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastHow Leaders Help Their Teams Fly: Trust, Transformation, and the Courage to Let GoSend a textIn this episode, we explore Chapter 4 of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring unpack what it means for teams and organizations to “fly” — to embrace risk, trust, and transformation as they step into new levels of growth.Topics Covered:Recognizing when your team is in the fly stageWhy trust is the foundation of all growthHow leaders create safety and courage for flightBalancing support and risk in team developmentCelebrating progress (and crashes) togetherThe leader’s role as the “Eagle” — seeing and affirming othersResources...
2025-10-2732 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastWhy “Trying” is the Secret to Organizational GrowthSend us a textIn this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg sits down with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring to discuss chapter three of their book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Together, they explore what it means for organizations to “try”—to experiment, to refold, and to persist through uncertainty.Topics include:Why “trying” is a strength, not a weakness.The characteristics of organizations that embrace experimentation.Practical steps leaders can take to build a safe culture of trying.How fear and resistance can be reframed as opportunities for growth...
2025-10-0627 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastUnfolded: Why “Trying” Is the Courageous Middle Step Toward TransformationSend us a textIn this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg talks with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring about Chapter 3 of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane, Try.They explore why trying is more than practice, how to handle the “messy middle” where doubt and fear creep in, and why setbacks are often signs of growth. You’ll also hear how community and self-compassion can give leaders the courage to try again.What You’ll Learn:Why “try” is practice with intention.How to navigate...
2025-09-2929 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastThe Folds That Shape Us: Embracing Life’s Permanent CreasesSend a textIn this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, hosts Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring continue their conversation on themes from their book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane.The focus is on folds—the permanent creases created by early experiences, habits, and lessons that shape who we are. Brian shares his own anchor folds of work ethic, spirituality, and education, while Linda offers insights into how we can name and embrace our own folds without judgment.Listeners will discover:Why anchor folds ma...
2025-09-1531 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastUnfolding Maps: Discovering the Hidden Landscapes That Shape Your LifeSend a textIn this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, host Nathan Freeburg is joined by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring, co-authors of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Together, they unpack the metaphor of maps—how our experiences, values, and memories create inner landscapes that shape who we are and how we lead.Key themes explored:Why our lives can be seen as maps that reveal both familiar paths and hidden folds.How reflection helps us navigate uncertainty and find answers within our own stories.The role of origin stories an...
2025-09-0837 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastPlay: The Secret Weapon of High-Performing TeamsSend us a textIn this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we dive deep into Chapter 2 of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane and explore how the concept of “play” applies to team development.Joined by authors Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring, we explore how “play” isn’t just about fun and games—it’s about intentional practice that unlocks trust, creativity, and deeper collaboration. When teams are given safe environments to experiment without pressure, they surface hidden talents, build psychological safety, and reimagine how they relate to one another.This is the se...
2025-08-1140 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastThe Power of Play: How Practice Shapes Our DreamsSend us a textIn this episode, Nathan Freeburg speaks with Unfolded authors Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring about Chapter 2: Play. Together, they discuss why play is essential for personal and professional transformation. They explore metaphors of playgrounds, how to know when to move on from comfortable spaces, and the role of reflection and growth in leadership.Key Topics Covered:Play as practice in disguiseThe metaphor of playgrounds for professional developmentKnowing when it’s time to leave your “playground”The fear of transition and how to move through itEncouraging growth in ourselves and ot...
2025-08-0437 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastRecording with Presence: Dr. Linda Schubring on the Audiobook Journey of UnfoldedSend us a textIn this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, CEO Dr. Linda Schubring shares what it was like to record the audiobook version of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. She discusses how holistic preparation, a lifetime of practice, and the courage to be fully present shaped this emotional experience—and how these lessons apply to leadership and life.Listen as Linda shares:Why recording the audiobook was more emotional than expectedHow she prepared physically and mentally for the recordingWhy practice includes both reading and self-compassionWhat it me...
2025-07-2823 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastWhen Teams Dream: How Leaders Create Space for Collective ImaginationSend us a textIn part two of our series on “Dreaming,” Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring continue their exploration of how dreams unfold—not just within individuals, but within teams and entire organizations. We delve into the powerful role leaders play in creating space for collective imagination and how dreaming—distinct from vision—can transform individuals and systems.You’ll hear real stories from our consulting work, insights from Unfolded, and practical questions to help you bring these ideas into your team. Whether you're a leader, manager, or team member, this conversation offers tangible takeaways to...
2025-07-1432 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastUnfolding Dreams: Why Naming Your Dream is the First Step Toward TransformationSend a textIn this inaugural episode of our new Unfolded series, we delve into the transformative power of personal dreams. Drawing from Chapter 1 of the two-time national best-selling book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring, we dive into what it means to name your dream—and why that’s often the first step toward discovering your identity, purpose, and potential.🧠 What You'll Learn:Why naming your dream is essential to personal transformationHow your dreams reveal and reshape your identityWhat science says about long-term vision...
2025-07-0737 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastA Year in the Making: Reflecting on the Journey to UnfoldedSend us a textIn this special episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring reflect on the year-long journey to writing and launching their new book, Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Recorded during a return to the lakeside cabin where they finished their manuscript one year ago, this conversation is a deeply personal and emotional look at collaboration, creativity, and what it means to bring a dream to life.What You’ll Hear:How Unfolded came to be during one intense week in MinnesotaThe emotional mo...
2025-06-0221 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastLead From Where You Are: Embracing Everyday InfluenceSend us a textIn this episode, Nathan revisits one of Brian Schubring's earliest blog posts, "Lead From Where You Are," written in 2012. The wisdom in this post is simple but powerful: meaningful influence doesn’t always come from formal leadership roles or big platforms. Instead, it often happens in quiet, everyday moments of relationship and presence.Nathan connects these reflections to themes found in Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane, the new book by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring. Just as the character OC learns that flight begins with small, playful steps, le...
2025-05-0606 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastHow Transformation Takes Shape Through Listening and StorySend us a textIn this episode, Nathan Freeburg sits down with Linda Schubring to talk about her new book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. They explore the philosophy and strategy behind the story, the metaphor of origami, and how deep listening and reflection help shape personal and team transformation.What You’ll Learn:Why transformation begins with listeningHow mountain folds and valley folds reflect life’s high and low pointsThe five stages of transformation: Dream, Play, Try, Fly, and HomeHow Unfolded applies to individuals and teams in transitionThe unex...
2025-04-2821 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastBook Announcement! Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami CraneSend us a textIn this episode, we announce the upcoming release of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane—a powerful new book by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring. Learn why they chose an allegory to share their leadership philosophy, what an origami crane can teach us about transformation, and how each of us holds a personal map that can guide our journey.Key Topics:Why Unfolded is an allegory, not a traditional leadership bookThe metaphor of origami: how our lives are shaped and reshapedIntroduction to OC, the origami crane protagonistThe meaning of...
2025-03-3119 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastCheck Back Next Week...Send us a textHey friends! 👋 This week, the Leadership Vision Podcast is taking a short break for spring break! 🌸 No new episode today, but we’ll be back next week with a very special announcement from Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring that you won’t want to miss.In the meantime, give yourself a break, too—whether it’s a walk, a run, a hike, or just a quiet moment to recharge. Your mental health and well-being matter.👉 Learn more about us at leadershipvisionconsulting.com 🎧 And make sure to tune in next week...
2025-03-2401 minThe Leadership Vision PodcastThe Power of Alignment in LeadershipSend us a textWhat happens when alignment is missing in an organization? Miscommunication, disengagement, and inefficiency. But when strategy, leadership, and culture align, teams thrive. In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring break down the four key areas of alignment—organizational, leadership, team, and personal—and share practical ways to cultivate alignment at every level.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How organizational alignment fosters clarity and momentum.Why leadership alignment sets the tone for team success.The role of team alignm...
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