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Keep Leading!®What Lights You UpOn this episode of Keep Leading!® Live, Eddie Turner welcomes Mary Olson-Menzel, an esteemed executive coach, business advisor, and speaker. Mary shares insights from her transformative new book, “What Lights You Up? Illuminate Your Path and Take the Next Big Step in Your Career.”Whether you're an industry veteran looking to pivot, a stay-at-home parent rejoining the workforce, or a college student finding your footing, Mary's actionable advice will guide you toward a fulfilling and meaningful career.BioMary is the Founder and CEO of MVP Executive Devel...2025-03-0628 min
Keep Leading!®Leading By Mentoring“Leading by Mentoring” is an excellent way to cultivate future leaders. Research consistently shows a multitude of benefits related to mentoring. Nevertheless, many individuals remain unaware of its advantages, and the percentage of people actively participating in mentoring relationships remains low.In her new book, “The Financial Times Guide to Mentoring,” Dr. Ruth Gotian and her co-author seek to bridge this gap by providing readers with practical tools and strategies to understand, establish, and sustain effective mentoring relationships.Listen to my interview with Dr. Ruth Gotian as we discuss this vital aspect of leade...2025-03-0433 min
Keep Leading!®Leading From the TopCris Howard’s transition from the boardroom to the hiking trail is a testament to universal leadership principles. It showcases how resilience, adaptability, and strategic thinking are indispensable in both worlds. She shared her secrets for “Leading From the Top on Keep Leading!® Live with Eddie Turner.BioCris Howard is a distinguished project management leader with an impressive track record, having grown the department from 40 to 300 employees across 24 countries. Her strategic revitalization initiatives saved $11.7 million in operating costs over two years. Cris has collaborated with key organizations such as the FDA, NIH...2025-03-0430 min
Keep Leading!®Career On CourseGet ready to elevate your leadership journey with the Keep Leading!® podcast! In this episode, Eddie Turner interviews the incredible Scott Jeffrey Miller, a bestselling author and leadership expert, about his latest book, Career On Course. With his extensive background as the former CMO and EVP of FranklinCovey, along with his current position as a senior advisor on thought leadership, Scott provides unmatched insights for our audience.Don’t miss this engaging episode, in which Scott and Eddie discuss the strategies and wisdom behind Career On Course, a guide to navigating professional success and lea...2025-03-0331 min
Keep Leading!®Sales ExcellenceListening to this enlightening Keep Leading!® Live session featuring Roderick Jefferson will give you invaluable insights and strategies that can transform your approach to sales. Embrace this opportunity to learn from one of the leading voices in the industry and equip yourself with the knowledge to navigate the competitive landscape with confidence and expertise.About Roderick JeffersonRoderick Jefferson is an internationally recognized business speaker who has delivered dynamic presentations at various events for companies like ATD, B2BMX, Cisco, LinkedIn, Oracle, Salesforce, SAP, and Zoom. He is also a respected thought l...2025-02-2729 min
Keep Leading!®Women's LeadershipAre you ready to be inspired and empowered by an influential voice in women's leadership? Listen to this Keep Leading!® podcast episode, where your host, Eddie Turner, sits down with the extraordinary Sheryl Brinkley to discuss "Women’s Leadership."BioSheryl Brinkley is not just an Executive Coach and Career Acceleration Catalyst; she is a beacon of inspiration for women aiming to break through the glass ceiling. With over two decades of experience in leadership and training roles, Sheryl has a proven track record of helping individuals and leaders discover their self-confidence, har...2025-02-2629 min
Keep Leading!®Final Episode. . .For Now!KL133Eddie Turner#6 Ranked Motivational Speaker in the World—Global Gurus | Preeminent Authority on Emerging Leaders—Forbes | Executive Coach | Best-Selling Author | Master Facilitator | Top 25 Thought Leader—Thinkers360Final Episode. . .For Now!Episode SummaryI have joined Linkage, Inc. in their mission to "Change the Face of Leadership!" ™ I accepted a full-time job as a Principle Consultant & Executive Coach. Therefore, I'm pausing the Keep Leading!® podcast. . .for now! Thank you to everyone around the globe for listening and supporting me on this journey! I am grateful to you all. ...2021-12-1005 min
Keep Leading!®Purposeful Leadership®KL132Mark HannumChief Research Officer Emeritus at Linkage | Author of "Become."Exploring Purposeful LeadershipEpisode SummaryLinkage, Inc's tagline is: "Changing the Face of Leadership!" Linkage's primary tool in this mission is their proprietary leadership model called Purposeful Leadership®. I love the model, the tagline, and the name! On Episode 132 of the Keep Leading!® podcast, I interviewed Mark Hannum— Linkage's Chief Research Officer Emeritus about the model. We also discussed his book “Become—The 5 Commitments of Purposeful Leadership.”BioMark Hann...2021-12-1039 min
Keep Leading!®Learn to LeadKL131Pamay BasseyChief Learning & Diversity Officer at The Kraft Heinz CompanyLearn to LeadEpisode SummaryWhat does it take to be a successful leader? On Episode 131 of the Keep Leading!® podcast, I interviewed Pamay Bassey, the Chief Learning and Diversity Officer for the Kraft Heinz Company, for the answer. Simply put? Pamay says you must LEARN to lead. Listen to this episode to discover why being a lifelong learner is inextricably linked to effective leadership.BioEkpedeme “Pama...2021-12-1032 min
Keep Leading!®Leveraging the Power of Visual LeadershipKL128Todd CherchesTEDx Speaker and Author of VisuaLeadershipLeveraging the Power of Visual LeadershipEpisode SummaryAs a leader, how can you get others to "see" what you are saying? On Episode 128 of the Keep Leading!® podcast Todd Cherches says the secret to being a more effective communicator, innovator, manager, or leader is to master Visual Leadership!BioTodd Cherches is the CEO & Co-founder of BigBlueGumball, an innovative New York City-based management consulting firm specializing in leadership development, p...2021-11-1934 min
Keep Leading!®The Velocity Mindset® for LeadersKL126Ron KarrKeynote Speaker and Creator of the Velocity Mindset®The Velocity Mindset® for LeadersEpisode SummaryIn leadership, there is no shortage of "mindsets" a leader needs for success. For example, There's the "leadership mindset," the "learning mindset," a "winning mindset." Here on the Keep Leading!® podcast, I interviewed one of LinkedIn's top Global Influencers about the disruption mindset. On Episode 126 of the Keep Leading!® podcast, I explore The Velocity Mindset® with Ron Karr!BioRon Karr has worke...2021-11-1832 min
Keep Leading!®Rebel LeadershipKL125Larry RobertsonAuthor | Innovator | Advisor | Speaker | ColumnistRebel LeadershipEpisode SummaryHow can leaders thrive during uncertain times? My guest on Episode #125 of the Keep Leading!® podcast, Larry Robertson says leaders must innovate and adapt. He says combining those two characteristics leads to Rebel Leadership—doing the thing that is the right thing even if it’s not popular.BioLarry Robertson is an innovation advisor who works, writes, and guides at the nexus of creativity, leadership, and entre...2021-10-2229 min
Keep Leading!®Mentorship vs. ManagementKL124Clint PulverEmmy Award-Winning Keynote Speaker | Author | Professional DrummerMentorship vs. ManagementEpisode SummaryIn the leadership development profession, there is often a fierce debate over leadership vs. management. Which is better? Which is needed? Which one is more sustainable? Clint Pulver argues it's about Mentorship vs. Management. We discuss what mentorship is and why it matters to leaders. BioClint Pulver is a professional keynote speaker, author, musician, pilot, and workforce expert. Known as the leading authority o...2021-10-1538 min
Keep Leading!®Visionary LeadershipKL122Oleg KonovalovGlobal Thought Leader and Trusted AdvisorVisionary LeadershipEpisode SummaryOn Episode 122 of the Keep Leading!® podcast, I interviewed Dr. Oleg Konovalov! Dr. Konovalov is on the Thinkers50 Leadership Shortlist for 2021 and is the #1 Global Leading Coach. Having been named 'the da Vinci of Visionary Leadership' by many leading authorities, I seized the opportunity to get his viewpoint on Visionary Leadership.BioDr. Oleg Konovalov is a thought leader, author, business educator, consultant, and coach with ove...2021-09-2433 min
Keep Leading!®The Long GameKL121Dorie ClarkHBR Author and #1 Communication CoachThe Long GameEpisode SummaryI enjoyed interviewing Dorie Clark, one of the world’s “leading thinkers,” on Keep Leading LIVE!™ We discussed her new book: “The Long Game,” her thoughts on creating a personal portfolio, and post-pandemic career strategies for women returning to the workforce.BioDorie Clark helps individuals and companies get their best ideas heard in a crowded, noisy world. She has been named one of the Top 50 business thi...2021-09-2147 min
Keep Leading!®Human LeadershipKL120Manbir KaurExecutive Coach and Conversational Intelligence Enhanced Skills PractitionerHuman LeadershipEpisode SummaryAre you the leader you want to be? On Episode 120 of the Keep Leading!® podcast Manbir Kaur explains her framework to help leaders answer that question in the affirmative. She also explains the need to develop our humanity and bring that to our leadership.BioManbir Kaur is an Executive & Leadership Coach (ICF-MCC), a conversational intelligence (C-IQ) enhanced skills practitioner, and a Positive Intelligence C...2021-09-1731 min
Keep Leading!®Marketing for LeadersKL118Lisa NirellFounder at EnergizeGrowth LLCMarketing for LeadersEpisode SummaryThis week on Episode 118 of the Keep Leading!® podcast, I share my interview with Lisa Nirell! Lisa is a marketing expert and shared how customers act and buy differently and the implications this has on how leaders market and sell.BioLisa Nirell, the founder of EnergizeGrowth® LLC, helps marketers and CEOs accelerate marketing innovation and growth. Top leaders from AARP, Adobe, Google, and LinkedIn hire Lisa to...2021-08-2032 min
Keep Leading!®The Trajectory Code for LeadersKL117Dr. Jeffrey MageeCEO / Human Capital Developer / Practice Management Leader-Advisor / Virtual CLOThe Trajectory Code for LeadersEpisode SummaryI enjoyed interviewing Dr. Jeffrey Magee on Episode 117 of the Keep Leading!® podcast. He explained that his new book, "Your Trajectory Code," guides you to understand why you are where you are and how to change it.BioDr. Jeffrey Magee has been called one of today's leading "Leadership & Marketing Strategists." Under JeffreyMagee, LLC, Magee works with C-Suite, Business Lea...2021-08-1335 min
Keep Leading!®Communicating Like a LeaderKL116Lisa SpinelliSenior Content Manager for the Association for Talent Development (ATD)Communicating Like a LeaderEpisode SummarySome leaders think leadership is about communicating in a top-down manner. Is that the most effective way to communicate like a leader? In Episode 116 of the Keep Leading!® Podcast, Communications Expert Lisa Spinelli explains that leaders are more effective when using a coaching approach. Communicating like a coach allows leaders to communicate like a leader.BioLisa is a Senior C...2021-08-0633 min
Keep Leading!®How to Develop Promotable LeadersKL115Amii Barnard-BahnFormer Fortune Global 50 Executive and Author of the Promotability Index®How to Develop Promotable LeadersEpisode SummaryOn Episode 115 of the Keep Leading!® podcast, I explored what makes a leader promotable and defines an ethical workplace with former Fortune Global 50 executive Amii Barnard-Bahn!BioA former Fortune Global 50 executive, Amii Barnard-Bahn is a coach, author, and speaker that accelerates the success of C-suite leaders and their teams. Forbes has recognized her as one of the world’s lead...2021-07-2335 min
Keep Leading!®The Value of ValuesKL114David CohenThought Leader on Corporate Culture & Behavioral Competencies and Contrarian ConsultantThe Value of ValuesEpisode SummaryOn Episode 114 of the Keep Leading!® podcast, I discussed the value of values in organizations with David Cohen. We see values in company mission statements and employee placards. What do they really mean? How can organizations improve in the application? Listen to this episode to learn the answer!BioRecognized as a global thought leader on the people side of t...2021-07-1633 min
Keep Leading!®Love 'Em or Lose 'EmKL113Beverly KayeFounder and CEO - BevKaye&Co.Love 'Em or Lose 'EmEpisode SummaryI had a fascinating conversation with Bev Kaye, the author of the number one bestselling employee retention book in the world—Love ‘Em or Lose ‘Em (over 800,000 copies sold)! We talked about the newly released sixth edition of her book and lessons from her award-winning career.BioDr. Beverly Kaye's name is recognized internationally as a professional dedicated to helping individuals, managers, and organizations understand the practi...2021-07-0932 min
Keep Leading!®Trust Yourself as a LeaderKL112Melody WildingExecutive Coach to Sensitive Strivers® and HBR ContributorTrust Yourself as a LeaderEpisode SummaryBrene Brown gave readers the courage to be vulnerable. Susan Cain reminded introverts of the power of being quiet. In 2021, Melody Wilding has emerged as the expert reframing the intersection of ambition and sensitivity as a strength! Listen to this episode to learn how to Trust yourself!BioMelody Wilding, LMSW, is an executive coach, human behavior expert, and author of T...2021-06-2533 min
Keep Leading!®Leading Behind the LensKL111John DeMatoPhotographer & Visual Story ExpertLeading Behind the LensEpisode SummaryWhen I signed a copy of my book for John DeMato, I said: "You make moments matter with your amazing work!" I later realized John displays a form of leadership I had not considered before—leadership behind his camera lens. I sat down with John to discuss why this often-overlooked form of leadership matters.BioJohn DeMato is a branded lifestyle portrait + virtual photographer who collaborates wi...2021-06-1830 min
Keep Leading!®How to Make 6-Figures as a FreelancerKL109Alex FasuloFreelance Expert who made $1 Million on FiverrHow to Make 6-Figures as a FreelancerEpisode SummaryUber ushered in the "gig economy." The "gig economy is fueled by freelancers working when they want on what they want. In this episode, I interview Alex Fasulo, who made over $1 Million as a freelancer on Fiverr.com. She explains how to lead as a freelancer!BioAlex Fasulo is a full-time freelance writer, author, speaker, copywriting business owner, and...2021-05-2835 min
Keep Leading!®Make Someone's Day as a LeaderKL104Howard PragerExecutive Coach and President at Advance Learning GroupMake Someone's Day as a LeaderEpisode SummaryIn this episode of the Keep Leading!® podcast Howard Prager shares his tips and stories on how making someone's day helps you too!BioExecutive coach, author, and consultant Howard Prager helps organizations create and strengthen their leaders through programs designed to develop, grow and retain bench strength through coaching, leadership development, and mentoring. A member of the Marshall Goldsmith 100 C...2021-03-2630 min
Keep Leading!®Transformational LeadershipKL102Dr. Terry JacksonC-Suite Advisor and Thought LeaderTransformational LeadershipEpisode SummaryMG100 Coaches Eddie Turner and Dr. Terry Jackson discuss Transformational Leadership on Keep Leading LIVE!™BioDr. Terry Jackson is an Executive Advisor and TEDx Speaker. He is one of Marshall Goldsmith’s 100 Coaches. Terry is also a Thinkers50 Top 50 World Leader in Coaching. He was named by Thinkers 360 as a Top 20 Global Leader in the Future of work, and CIO Review Magazine named him as one...2021-02-2634 min
Keep Leading!®Leading with Purpose in Chaotic TimesKL101Laura GatesExecutive Coach | CEO Coach | Team Facilitator | Speaker and AuthorLeading with Purpose in Chaotic TimesEpisode SummaryLaura is an expert coach who explains how we can lead with purpose in chaotic times. We explore the unique framework she created and its application to coaching and team facilitation.BioLaura Gates is a sought-after executive coach, team facilitator, and advisor to executives at Silicon Valley’s top companies and VC-backed start-up Founders. With over 25 years of coa...2021-02-1227 min
Keep Leading!®Celebrating 100 Episodes!KL100Guest Host Lou Diamond Interviews Host Eddie TurnerCelebrating 100 Episodes!Episode SummaryI’m excited about the 100th episode of the Keep Leading!® podcast! Guest Host Lou Diamond interviewed me on Keep Leading LIVE!™ for this milestone episode. Listen in as I share the incredible journey from 1-100! Guest Host BioLou Diamond is an energetic, humorous, and inspirational speaker, business development strategist, and performance mentor. For over 25 years, he has delivered winning tactics that have increased the results of leading...2020-12-1540 min
Keep Leading!®The CEO MindsetKL099Daniel RamseyCEO and Co-Founder of MyOutDesk.comThe CEO MindsetEpisode SummaryWhat is the CEO mindset? Listen to my interview with Daniel Ramsey, CEO of MyOutDesk.com, to learn the answer and why everyone in the organization—not just the CEO, needs the CEO mindset!BioHe is the founder & CEO of MyOutDesk, the largest and highest-rated Virtual Assistant company in the marketplace with over 500 5-star reviews and over 13 years of experience, serving more than 6000 clients ac...2020-12-1135 min
Keep Leading!®Building Leadership Systems in Your LifeKL098Linus OkorieAfrican Leading Leadership Coach and SpeakerBuilding Leadership Systems in Your LifeEpisode SummaryI enjoyed my spirited conversation on Keep Leading LIVE!™ with Linus Okorie, a leadership expert who runs Nigeria’s most comprehensive leadership development center. Listen to this episode to learn about the importance of having systems in your life to build leadership capacity.BioLinus Okorie ran for Governor of Imo State at the age of 44. He spent 25 years directly impacting more than 300...2020-12-1144 min
Keep Leading!®Shaping Your Leadership PathKL094Alex LazarusCEO & Leadership Team CoachShaping Your Leadership PathEpisode SummaryI interviewed fellow MG100 Coach Alex Lazarus on Keep Leading LIVE!™ Alex is a CEO who has worked at Fox, Disney, and Richard Branson’s Virgin HQ. She is an award-winning marketer and a member of the prestigious MG100! We discussed how leaders shape their unique leadership path.BioAlex Lazarus, Managing Director at Lazarus & Maverick, is an Award-Winning Marketer, Leadership and Executive Coach, Facilitator and Chang...2020-11-2041 min
Keep Leading!®No Success Without LeadershipKL093Ramon RayBest Selling Author and Founder of Smart Hustle.comNo Success Without LeadershipEpisode SummaryWhat is the secret to success? Ramon Ray, Founder of Smart Hustle Media, says there is “No Success Without Leadership!” Listen to our live stream on Keep Leading LIVE!™ to learn more from the man who has interviewed President Obama and photographed with Ivanka Trump at a Global Summit!BioRamon Ray is an entrepreneur, author, and speaker who loves burnt pancak...2020-11-1334 min
Keep Leading!®Cracking the Leadership CodeKL090Alain HunkinsAuthor of Cracking the Leadership Code and CEO, Hunkins Leadership Group LLCCracking the Leadership CodeEpisode SummaryWhat does it take to lead in the 21st Century successfully? There are lots of books on the shelf that claim to have the answer. My guest, Alain Hunkins, says he cracked the code. He shared the secrets in his book: “Cracking the Leadership Code.” Listen to my interview with him to learn more!BioALAI...2020-10-2336 min
Keep Leading!®Leading Change and InnovationKL089Iris Lopez, MBACoach and HR ExpertLeading Change and InnovationEpisode SummaryIris joined viewers and me from around the world on Keep Leading LIVE!™ She is a Coach and HR Expert, who is also the past President of ATD Puerto Rico. We talked about Leading Change and Innovation. BioIris Lopez graduated from the top university in the Caribbean and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. She has more than 15 years of HR experience and h...2020-10-1633 min
Keep Leading!®C-Suite Coaching for Unconscious BiasKL088Mark ThompsonThe World's #1 CEO CoachC-Suite Coaching for Unconscious BiasEpisode SummaryI had an incredible time interviewing Mark Thompson—The World’s #1 CEO Coach on Keep Leading LIVE!™ We discussed his work with some of the world’s top leaders, unconscious bias, and how the power of coaching helps C-Suite leaders.BioMark C. Thompson is the World's #1 Leadership Coach for Transformational Growth, Team Engagement, and Driving Change, according to the American Management Association.2020-10-0939 min
Keep Leading!®Leading Beyond Your LimitsKL087Lisa WalkerLeadership PsychologistLeading Beyond Your LimitsEpisode SummaryAs leaders, at times, we find ourselves faced with the challenge of leading beyond our present capacity. What should we do? How do we learn to Lead beyond our limits? Leadership Psychologist, Lisa Walker, Ph.D., explains the answer.BioDr. Lisa Walker is a Leadership Psychologist, serving leaders and teams across industries, helping them navigate challenges, drive performance, and excel through coaching, professional speaking, training, and facilitation.2020-10-0232 min
Keep Leading!®Leaders Driving ChangeKL085Marina Theodotou, Ed. D.Strategic Systems ThinkerLeaders Driving ChangeEpisode SummaryI had a fascinating conversation with Dr. Marina Theodotou. She is a strategic systems thinker and the producer of TEDxNicosia and TEDxDAU. We discussed how leaders drive change.BioDr. Marina Theodotou is a change management leader focusing on people, engagement, and culture. Dr. Theodotou develops and curates learning experiences to push boundaries and inspire the workforce at the Department of Defense. She holds a doctorate i...2020-09-1831 min
Keep Leading!®The Project EconomyKL084Antonio Nieto-RodriguezThe World Champion in Project ManagementThe Project EconomyEpisode SummaryI enjoyed my conversation with The World Champion in Project Management—Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez! He is the author of the best-selling book, The Project Revolution. We discussed The Project Economy.BioAntonio Nieto-Rodriguez is a leading expert in project management and strategy implementation, recognized by Thinkers50 with the prestigious award “Ideas into Practice.” He is the author of Lead Successful Projects (2019, Penguin), The Project Revolution (2019, LID), and Th...2020-09-1135 min
Keep Leading!®Say It Skillfully™KL083Molly TschangCommunications ExpertSay it Skillfully™Episode SummaryI interviewed Molly Tschang on Keep Leading LIVE!™ We discussed her 90-second video series designed to help leaders learn how to interact in a powerful, open, and honest manner at work.BioMolly Tschang inspires and equips her clients with the skills to Win as One.She is the Founder and CEO of Abella Consulting, a New York-based leadership development and business advisory consultancy. Abell...2020-09-0434 min
Keep Leading!®Business and Leadership BlindSpotsKL082Doug WinnieBusiness and Profit Accelerator and World’s #1 Business CoachBusiness and Leadership BlindSpotsEpisode SummaryDoug Winnie is an entrepreneur and global master coach. He has won several awards as an Executive & Business Coach, including being recognized as the World’s #1 Business Coach. On September 1, he launches his new book, Business BlindSpots! Listen to my interview with him to learn more.BioDoug Winnie is an Award-Winning Certified Executive & Business Coach, Speaker, Motivator, Team Strategist, and Cash...2020-09-0132 min
Keep Leading!®Lifting Others Up as LeadersKL081Robert GlazerFounder & CEO at Acceleration PartnersLifting Others Up as LeadersEpisode SummaryListen to this episode of the Keep Leading!® podcast as I interview fellow podcaster and MG100 Coach, Robert Glazer. Robert, among other incredible accomplishments, is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best-Selling Author. His next best-seller, “Friday Forward,” comes out on September 1, 2020. Listen to my interview with him to learn more about this curated collection of the 52 most impactful posts from his Friday Forward newsletter series!Bio...2020-09-0134 min
Keep Leading!®Power ConversationsKL079Dr. Karen JacobsonSpeaker and ConsultantPower ConversationsEpisode SummaryListen to my interview this with Dr. Karen Jacobson to learn about power conversations.BioIsraeli Military Commander, Doctor, Champion Ballroom Dancer. Dr. Karen Jacobson mesmerizes audiences with her high-caliber presentation style while relating her “High-Performance Triad,” an effective strategy for creating YOUR highest edgeAs an expert in communication and human potential, she is the author of Power Conversations, the first book in a...2020-08-2824 min
Keep Leading!®Navigating Critical Junctures as LeadersKL078Beth PolishPresident at The Critical Junctures GroupNavigating Critical Junctures as LeadersEpisode SummaryI enjoyed my interview with Beth Polish on Keep Leading LIVE™! She was a pioneer in the New York tech community, founded a business with Tony Robbins, is one of Marshall Goldsmiths 100 Coaches, and holds an MBA from Harvard. Lots to learn from Beth!BioBeth Polish was a pioneer in the New York tech community – founding COO/CFO of iVillage, president of Drea...2020-08-2133 min
Keep Leading!®Power vs. ForceKL075Sophie McLeanTeacher, Speaker, and AuthorPower vs. ForceEpisode SummaryMy interview with Sophie McLean, a French citizen born in Algeria, educated in Morocco and France, with a professional career in the USA and UK explores the importance of leaders leading through power rather than force.BioA French citizen born in Algeria, educated in Morocco and France, with a professional career in the USA and UK, Sophie McLean has had an eventful life. 2020-07-3031 min
Keep Leading!®Be UnstoppableKL074Alden MillsInc. 500 CEO, Entrepreneur, CXO Advisor, Navy SEALBe UnstoppableEpisode SummaryIn this episode, I interview Alden Mills, a three-time Navy SEAL platoon commander and author of Be Unstoppable and Unstoppable Teams. Alden is a longtime entrepreneur, with over 40 patents. He shares how leaders can Be Unstoppable!BioAlden Mills is a three-time Navy SEAL platoon commander, author of Be Unstoppable and Unstoppable Teams. He was the CEO of Perfect Fitness, one of the fastest-growing companies in A...2020-07-2428 min
Keep Leading!®Stretching as LeadersKL070Dr. Sue BradshawChiropractor Stretching as LeadersEpisode SummaryDr. Susan Bradshaw is the author of “Move More.” She is a Certified Posture Exercise Professional and has appeared in print and on TV discussing various health topics. Her office, Lone Star Chiropractic, was voted the Best Chiropractor in the 2016 “Best of Houston” edition by the readers of the Houston Press. BioDr. Susan Bradshaw is a 1998 Graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic West and author of “Move More.” She is a Certi...2020-06-2626 min
Keep Leading!®Saving Face as LeadersKL066Maya Hu-ChanExecutive CoachSaving Face as LeadersEpisode SummaryMaya Hu-Chan is a globally recognized management consultant, executive coach, and speaker. Maya was an anchor for the China Broadcasting Corporation in Taiwan, former CEO of a nonprofit organization in California, a columnist for Inc., and co-author of Global Leadership: The Next Generation. She has trained and coached thousands of leaders across the globe. She is the author of: “Saving Face: How to Preserve Dignity and Build Trust.” BioMay...2020-06-0934 min
Keep Leading!®Leader as CoachKL062Jennifer HallExecutive Coach, Leadership Trainer and Assessment AuthorLeader as CoachEpisode SummaryDr. Jennifer Hall is an executive coach, leadership trainer and Co-author of the Entrepreneurial Mindset Profile (EMP) and the Coaching Mindset Index (CMI). We discussed why all leaders should also be a coach.BioDr. Jen Hall is an executive coach, leadership trainer and assessment author. A systems thinker who understands and attends to both individual and organizational dynamics, Jen brings to her coaching...2020-05-0836 min
Keep Leading!®Keep Leading!® Podcast 1 Year AnniversaryKL060Eddie TurnerThe Leadership Excelerator®Keep Leading!® Podcast 1 Year AnniversaryEpisode SummaryThe Keep Leading!® podcast is celebrating its 1 Year Anniversary! Join me as I take a brief look back at the year that was! Subscribe, share and review on Apple Podcasts!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/keep-leading/id1461490512Full Episode Transcripts and Detailed Guest Information www.KeepLeadingPodcast.comKeep Leading LIVE (Live Recordings of the Keep...2020-04-2838 min
Keep Leading!®Awaken the Leader InsideKL059Joe SwingerExecutive Leadership CoachAwaken the Leader InsideEpisode SummaryJoe is an authority on Self-Mastery Leadership. As a motivational transformation specialist, Joe helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and managers create transformative and positive change. We discussed how to “Awaken the Leader Inside.”BioAs an authority on Self-Mastery Leadership and as a motivational transformation specialist, Joe Swinger helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and managers within corporate cultures create transformative and positive change. Once homeless, Joe has risen as a leader in m...2020-04-2428 min
Keep Leading!®Socially Conscious LeadershipKL058Anton GunnFormer advisor to President Obama and leading authority on Socially Conscious LeadershipSocially Conscious LeadershipEpisode SummaryAnton Gunn is a former Harvard University lecturer and former senior advisor to President Barack Obama and the world’s leading authority on Socially Conscious Leadership. He is the bestselling author of The Presidential Principles.BioAnton Gunn is a former senior advisor to President Barack Obama and the world’s leading authority on Socially Conscious Leadership. He has a Ma...2020-04-1733 min
Keep Leading!®Self-Care for LeadersKL057Julie Rosenberg, MDGlobal Healthcare Leader and Pharmaceutical Executive | MG100 Executive CoachSelf-Care for LeadersEpisode SummaryFor the first time ever, I recorded the Keep Leading!® Podcast LIVE on Facebook! Dr. Julie Rosenberg, a pharmaceutical executive and global healthcare leader, boldly agreed to this daring experiment! Dr. Rosenberg is one of Marshall Goldsmith’s 100 Coaches who helps successful leaders get even better by developing themselves and their people to embrace more conscious living. We discussed how leaders can maintain their wellness through self-care during the...2020-04-1038 min
Keep Leading!®Hyper Agility LeadershipKL054Jeffrey Hull, Ph.DBest-Selling Author, Psychologist, Leadership Coach, and Harvard Faculty.Hyper Agility LeadershipEpisode SummaryJeffrey Hull, Ph.D. BCC is a Clinical Instructor in Psychology at Harvard Medical School and adjunct Professor of Leadership at New York University. Dr. Hull is an accomplished writer and researcher who has published articles in Harvard Business Review, The New York Times, Coaching World and other leading business publications. He is also the Director of Education and Business Development at the Institute of Coaching, a Harvard Me...2020-03-2734 min
Keep Leading!®How to Be an Inclusive LeaderKL053Jennifer BrownAward-Winning Entrepreneur, Diversity & Inclusion Speaker, Consultant & AuthorHow to Be an Inclusive LeaderEpisode SummaryJennifer Brown is a leading diversity and inclusion expert whose workplace strategies have been employed by some of the world’s top organizations! Her goal: To help employees bring their full selves to work and feel Welcomed, Valued, Respected and Heard℠. We discussed her book: “How to Be an Inclusive Leader.”BioJennifer Brown is a leading diversity and inclusion expert, dynamic...2020-03-2038 min
Keep Leading!®Be a Catalyst LeaderKL052Jane AndersenInfluencer Business Growth ExpertBe a Catalyst LeaderEpisode SummaryJane Anderson is a Strategic Communications expert. She has worked with over 50,000 people on building more trust and influence in their businesses and brands. Jane’s blog was voted in the top 10 branding blogs in Australia and in the top 30 branding gurus globally. She is also the author of 7 books. We discussed branding and her upcoming book: "Catalyst Content."BioJane Anderson is a Strategic Communications expert. With over 20 yea...2020-03-1338 min
Keep Leading!®From Mess to Leadership SuccessKL050Scott MillerExecutive Vice President, Thought Leadership & Chief Marketing Officer at FranklinCoveyFrom Mess to Leadership SuccessEpisode SummaryScott Miller is the Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President of Thought Leadership at FranklinCovey. We discussed concepts from his WSJ Best-Selling Book: Management Mess to Leadership Success!BioScott Miller is a 24-year associate of FranklinCovey and serves as the executive vice president of thought leadership. Scott hosts multiple podcasts including FranklinCovey’s On Leadership and Great Li...2020-02-2830 min
Keep Leading!®Service Centric LeadershipKL049Jeremie BaconCEO, Imagineer Technology GroupService Centric LeadershipEpisode SummaryI interviewed Jeremie Bacon, the CEO of the Imagineer Technology Group and Chairman of the Illinois Technology Association. We discussed Service Centric Leadership from the top!BioJeremie is the CEO for Imagineer Technology Group and a SaaS entrepreneur who has been building and advising technology companies since the early 2000s. As co-founder of Backstop Solutions Group, he pioneered SaaS platforms in the financial services and CRM m...2020-02-2831 min
Keep Leading!®Increasing Organizational ResilienceKL048Jennifer EggersSpeaker | Best-Selling Author | Coach | FacilitatorIncreasing Organizational ResilienceEpisode SummaryJennifer Eggers and I discussed her work with leadership teams and organizations facing disruption who want to increase their organization’s capacity to adapt so they can emerge stronger and more effective faster.BioJennifer is the founder of LeaderShift Insights®. She works with leadership teams and organizations facing disruption who want to increase their organization’s capacity to adapt so they can emerge stronger and more...2020-02-2130 min
Keep Leading!®Imposter ExperienceKL045Ijeoma NwaoguEducator, Coach and SpeakerImposter ExperienceEpisode SummaryDo you find yourself doubting your accomplishments are good enough or even deserved? Do you have a persistent fear of being exposed as a “fraud?” If so, you may be suffering from the imposter experience. I sat down with Ijeoma Nwaogu, Ph.D. to discuss the imposter experience—what it is and why many leaders struggle with it.BioIjeoma Nwaogu, Ph.D. is the Founder/CEO of EVERLE...2020-01-3129 min
Keep Leading!®Mastery Under PressureKL044Tina GreenbaumOptimal Performance SpecialistMastery Under PressureEpisode SummaryTina Greenbaum, an Optimal Performance Specialist, explained how she helps leaders using her “Mastery Under Pressure” executive coaching program that teaches Olympic-level mindset skills for peak performance in high-stakes and high-stress environments.BioTina Greenbaum, LCSW is a High-Performance Specialist, Holistic Psychotherapist, Author, and International Speaker. With over 36 years of experience, she helps CEO’s, leaders and aspiring leaders to be effective by guiding them to find their own bl...2020-01-2433 min
Keep Leading!®Conscious Living MasteryKL042Patrick WilliamsLife and Leadership CoachConscious Living MasteryEpisode SummaryDr. Patrick Williams, Ed.D., MCC is known as The Ambassador of Life Coaching! We discuss the value of coaching in its various forms, his latest book highlighting the importance of emotional honesty and the importance of being vulnerable, and his living legacy.BioDr. Patrick Williams, Ed.D., MCCOne of the early pioneers of coaching, Pat is often called the ambassador of life...2020-01-1038 min
Keep Leading!®Cross Sector LeadershipKL041Richard MarkerTrusted Advisor, Speaker, Educator and PhilanthropistCross Sector LeadershipEpisode SummaryIn this interview with trusted advisor, speaker, educator and philanthropist, Richard Marker, we discuss different aspects of leadership across different sectors. We also discuss how philanthropy differs from charity or volunteerism and why it matters for leaders. BioRichard Marker is an internationally known expert in philanthropy. He is founder of the Institute for Wise Philanthropy, faculty co-director of the Funder Ed program at UPenn's C...2019-12-2039 min
Keep Leading!®Leadership IntelligenceKL040Dr. Valerie D. W. JamesLeadership Developer & AuthorLeadership IntelligenceEpisode SummaryHow can leaders sustain their competitive advantage? In this episode, Dr. Valerie D. W. James, explains they do this by staying committed to stretching their knowledge and skills beyond the basics.BioDr. Valerie D. W. James, CEO at VisionSpot Consulting Group, LLC, home of the Solutions Maximizing Brilliance (SMB) School of leadership. She is a Harvard trained leader and author of four works. Her expertise...2019-12-1328 min
Keep Leading!®Leadership GraceKL039John Baldoni Inc. Top 50 Leadership Expert | Top 100 Speaker | Executive CoachLeadership GraceEpisode SummaryOn this episode, I interview John Baldoni, an internationally recognized executive coach and leadership educator, who speaks throughout North America and Europe. John is the author of 14 books that have been translated into 10 languages. We discuss his latest book “GRACE: A Leader’s Guide to a Better Us.”BioJohn Baldoni is an internationally recognized leadership educator, executive coach and speaks throughout North America and Eur...2019-12-0537 min
Keep Leading!®Coaching the BrainKL037Joseph O'Connor Co-Founder, International Coaching CommunityCoaching the BrainEpisode SummaryThe co-founder of the International Coaching Community who has written nineteen books that have been published in 30 languages and have sold over half a million copies worldwide uses his new book to explain practical applications of neuroscience to coaching.BioI worked as a classical guitarist, concert player and teacher when I left University, which gave me an interest in high performance and the 'Inner game'. I n...2019-11-2236 min
Keep Leading!®Negotiation for LeadersKL034Greg WilliamsThe Master Negotiator & Body Language ExpertNegotiation for LeadersEpisode SummaryLeaders at all levels must master negotiation skills! To that end, I interviewed, Greg Williams, The Master Negotiator! Greg shares strategies leaders can apply to become better negotiators. He also shares insights from his latest book “Negotiating with a Bully: Take Charge and Turn the Tables on People Trying to Push You Around!”BioGREG WILLIAMS – is a negotiation and body language expert. Williams is...2019-11-0138 min
Keep Leading!®Thriving in UncertaintyKL033Meridith Elliott PowellBusiness Growth ExpertThriving in UncertaintyEpisode SummaryMeridith Elliott Powell is a business strategist who is passionate about helping her clients learn the strategies they need to not just survive but thrive in uncertainty. She shares some of those strategies in this episode and discussed “The Best Sales Book—EVER!”BioVoted one of the Top 15 Business Growth Experts to watch by Currency Fair, a Top Sales Experts To Follow by LinkedIn, and one of the...2019-10-2636 min
Keep Leading!®The Reluctant EntrepreneurKL032Valda FordHealth and Wellness Speaker and Cultural Competency ExpertThe Reluctant EntrepreneurEpisode SummaryValda is a “reluctant entrepreneur” who became a “serial entrepreneur.” She is passionate about doing good through her work and considers herself a “social entrepreneur.” She shares entrepreneurship lessons leaders can learn from.BioValda Ford is a woman on a mission. Over the past thirty years, she has worked everywhere from war zones to refugee camps to board rooms. Her work has taken her to 57 countries with...2019-10-2539 min
Keep Leading!®Storytelling in BusinessKL031Patricia FrippExecutive Speech Coach, Keynote Speaker, Sales Presentation Skills Trainer, Online Learning ExpertStorytelling in BusinessEpisode SummaryIn this episode, I sat down to interview the legendary Hall of Fame speaker, Patricia Fripp—THE Presentations Skills Expert! In true Fripp Fashion, she took over the show. She will “Frippnotize” you as she did me!BioPatricia Fripp, CSP, CPAE is a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, in-demand executive speech coach, sales presentation skills trainer, and online learning expert. She was the first woman...2019-10-1848 min
Keep Leading!®Disruption and LeadershipKL030Whitney JohnsonInnovation and Disruption Theorist | Keynote Speaker | Best-Selling Author | Executive and Performance CoachDisruption and LeadershipEpisode SummaryWhitney Johnson is a global influencer and host of the “Disrupt Yourself” podcast. We discuss the reason it’s important for organizations and individuals to avoid complacency by disrupting themselves and continuing to adapt over time even when it seems unnecessary.BioWhitney Johnson is one of the 50 leading business thinkers in the world (Thinkers50) and an expert on helping high growth organizations develop high growth...2019-10-1139 min
Keep Leading!®Latina LeadershipKL029Yai VargasMulticultural Marketing Expert | Founder: The Latinista | Author & SpeakerLatina LeadershipEpisode SummaryYai Vargas, founder of “The Latinista,” is a woman on a mission to help Latinas across America reach their full career potential and grow as leaders. We explore the challenges of entrepreneurship, networking and leadership for Latinas.BioYai Vargas is a career & diversity strategist who helps organizations develop engaging programs focused on career and leadership development. With a background in multicultural marketing and communications, Yai is a natural born comm...2019-10-0434 min
Keep Leading!®The Agile and Facilitative LeaderKL028Eileen Dowse, Ph.D.Executive Coach and Certified Master FacilitatorThe Agile and Facilitative LeaderEpisode SummaryDr. Eileen Dowse is the Chair of the International Institute for Facilitation (INIFAC). This global leader explains how she specializes in helping to create ‘collective impact’ for her clients in this episode entitled: “The Agile and Facilitative Leader”BioEileen Dowse Ph.D. is an insightful, global leader specializing in helping to create ‘collective impact’ for her clients. She is blazing new trails in the practice of Agile Leader...2019-09-2741 min
Keep Leading!®Leadership in the 21st CenturyKL027Dost Can DenizLeadership Coach and Premier Expert on Women's LeadershipLeadership in the 21st CenturyEpisode SummaryDost Can Deniz has delivered more than 7,000 hours of coaching and is the first ICF Master Certified Coach in the nation of Turkey. He shares his work and viewpoint about “Leadership in the 21st Century”BioDost Can Deniz, MCC, MBA is the founder and principal of MareFidelis Coaching and Consulting. He coaches top leaders and leadership teams of top local and global companies. He also is a...2019-09-2736 min
Keep Leading!®How Women RiseKL026Sally HelgesenLeadership Coach and Premier Expert on Women's LeadershipHow Women RiseEpisode SummaryAre you a successful woman who still finds herself struggling to get the next promotion or career opportunity you deserve? If this is you or a woman you know you will want to listen to this episode. Sally Helgesen, the world’s premier expert on women’s leadership, explains how women everywhere can rise to the next level!BioSally Helgesen, cited in Forbes as the world’s premier expert...2019-09-1841 min
Keep Leading!®The 24-Hour RuleKL025Charles FredCo-Founder at TrueSpace and Chairman of the Board of ATDThe 24-Hour RuleEpisode SummarySerial Entrepreneur and Chairman of the Board for the Association for Talent Development (ATD), Charles Fred explains how leaders can thrive using “The 24-Hour Rule”BioCharles Fred is a bestselling author and serial entrepreneur. He has devoted nearly four decades of his life to discovering new ways for professionals to acquire the skills necessary to compete in industries undergoing major transformation. Considered a pioneer in the e-le...2019-09-1339 min
Keep Leading!®Meaningful ConversationsKL024Marcia Reynolds, PsyD, MCC#1 Female Coach in the World and Past President of the International Coach FederationMeaningful ConversationsEpisode SummaryI interviewed Marcia Reynolds, who is rated the top female coach in the world and is global expert in holding mind-changing conversations, to learn how leaders can have meaningful conversations even when they are difficult. BioMarcia Reynolds, PsyD, Master Certified Coach, is fascinated by the brain, especially what triggers feelings of connection, commitment, and possibility. She draws on her research as she he...2019-09-0639 min
Keep Leading!®Business Leadership StrategiesKL023Joel BlockHedge Fund Manager, CPA, Venture Capitalist, Keynote Speaker and AuthorBusiness Leadership StrategiesEpisode SummaryListen to this episode to hear my interview with Joel Block as he shares business leadership strategies. He explains how leaders can lead with financial integrity, intelligence and why it matters.BioA money business insider, Joel’s a long-time venture capitalist and hedge fund manager (gobbledygook for professional investor) who lives in a Shark Tank world like on TV. Since selling his publishing company to a Fo...2019-08-2932 min
Keep Leading!®Women and WealthKL022Beata KirrNational Managing Director, Head of Private Client Core Strategies at Bernstein Wealth ManagementWomen and WealthEpisode SummaryThis episode of the Keep Leading!™ podcast is dedicated to women and those that love them! I sat down with Bernstein Wealth Management’s National Managing Director and Head of Private Client Core Strategies, Beata Kirr, to talk about wealth creation and wealth management for women.BioBeata D. Kirr is the National Managing Director and Head of Private Client Core Strategies at Bernstein Weal...2019-08-2346 min
Keep Leading!®Emotional Intelligence and Your SuccessDr. Steven SteinFounder and Executive Chairman of MHS. Author of "The EQ Leader" and co-author of "The EQ Edge"Emotional Intelligence and Your SuccessEpisode SummaryWhat is the difference between your IQ and your EQ? Why does it matter? I sat down with Dr. Steven Stein the Founder and Executive Chairman of Multi-Health Systems to discuss this. In this episode, we explore the importance of emotional intelligence and its role in success for leaders.BioDr. Steven Stein is a clinical psychologist and Founder and...2019-08-1544 min
Keep Leading!®Gestalt CoachingDorothy SiminovitchSpeaker, Author, Executive and Mentor CoachGestalt CoachingEpisode SummaryIn the world of leadership development there are many options. In this episode learn how leaders can support leaders using an approach pioneered by Dr. Dorothy Siminovitch—Gestalt Coaching and Awareness IQ. BioDorothy E. Siminovitch, PhD, MCC is an international leadership, team, and organizational coach, mentor coach, speaker, and author. She is the founder of and Director of Training for the Gestalt Coaching Program, and a co-owner of the Gestalt Center for Coaching. Her spe...2019-08-0942 min
Keep Leading!®Be the SparkKL019Simon T. BaileyBreakthrough StrategistBe the SparkEpisode Summary“Great customer service is no longer about going the extra mile, it’s about going the extra inch!” I discussed this and other great advice for leaders with International Keynote Speaker, Simon T. Bailey. Listen and learn how you can “Be the Spark!”” BioSimon T. Bailey is a Breakthrough Strategist whose life’s purpose is to teach 1 billion+ people how to be fearless and create their future. He equips companies with the tools necessary to eff...2019-08-0239 min
Keep Leading!®Mastering Your Leadership VoiceKL018Dr. Laura SicolaVocal Impact ExpertMastering Your Leadership VoiceEpisode SummaryMany people experience the frustration that comes from having their words misunderstood or outright ignored. Could this be a symptom they are not making the impact they want to make as a leader? Listen to my interview with Dr. Laura Sicola, a linguist, who explains how leaders can “master their leadership voice” and make a “vocal impact!”BioDr. Laura Sicola is a leadership communication and influence coach, trainer, speaker and author of Speak...2019-07-2637 min
Keep Leading!®Measurement MattersLaura ParamourePresident at eParamus, Speaker on Training ROIMeasurement Matters Episode SummaryHow effective are you at what you do for a living? How do you know? Are you measuring your effectiveness? In this episode, Dr. Laura Paramoure and I discuss the reason measurement should matter to all of us as leaders. BioLaura Paramoure, EdD, has more than 25 years of academic and private sector experience in organizational development, performance improvement, and training design and delivery. In addition to completing extensive secondary literature reviews Dr. Paramoure c...2019-07-2631 min
Keep Leading!®A Hidden FigureJohn J. Perry2018 MEECO International Thought Leader of DistinctionA Hidden Figure Episode SummaryHave you seen the movie “Hidden Figures?” In this episode I interview the 2018 MEECO International Thought Leader of Distinction. I planned the episode to discuss the designation he earned but then the conversation took a different turn. We had a riveting discussion about John Perry’s role at NASA during the 1960’s and his later work in leadership development where he helps people recall and honor their yesterdays, reveal and understand their today, and believe in and get excite...2019-07-1951 min
Keep Leading!®EXACTLY What to SayPhil M. JonesInternational Business Speaker, Author of Exactly What to Say, Exactly How to Sell and Exactly Where to StartEXACTLY What to SayEpisode SummaryHave you ever found yourself in a situation where you wish you knew Exactly What to Say? Would it make you a better spouse, parent or leader? In this episode, Phil Jones, the expert with magic words, tells us how we can know “EXACTLY What to Say” so we can change our words and change our world. BioPhil M. Jones...2019-07-1139 min
Keep Leading!®Accessibility, Inclusion and LeadershipHaben GirmaDisability Rights Lawyer and SpeakerAuthor of Haben—The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard LawAccessibility, Inclusion and LeadershipEpisode SummaryHaben Girma is the first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School. In this episode, we discuss Haben’s coming new book and her advocacy for equal opportunities for people with disabilities and why it matters for leaders.BioThe first Deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School, Haben Girma advocates for equal opportunities for people with disabilities. President Obama name...2019-07-0238 min
Keep Leading!®Writing ClearlyBob DeanCollaborator, Innovator, Career MentorWriting ClearlyIn this episode, Bob and I discuss the link between writing clearly and leadership.Robert (Bob) Dean, CPA, has over 25 years’ experience focused on strategy and innovation in learning and talent development. Bob has served as a Chief Learning Officer and a global learning leader for the past two decades, and now Dean Learning & Talent Advisors LLC serves as a trusted collaboration advisor to clients focused on learning and development, knowledge management, business process innovation and talent management strategy and solutions. Bob Dean com...2019-06-2837 min
Keep Leading!®Lifestyle EntrepreneursConnie PheiffCEO, Pheiff Group, Podcast Producer and Host Lifestyle EntrepreneursIn this episode we discuss what it means to be a Lifestyle Entrepreneur and why it might be interesting to leaders.From cleaning houses to filling houses, Connie Pheiff, Philanthropist, Social Venture Entrepreneur, and #BeyondMeToo Activist is the Jewel in the Crown of the Pheiff Group, Inc. With her distinctive voice audiences everywhere know her. She is blessed from her work as a corporate CEO, award-winning speaker, Podcaster, Mentor, Coach and author. She is provocative, edgy, and brings a genuine...2019-06-2831 min
Keep Leading!®Moments MatterDave SandersonInspirational Survivor, TEDx Speaker, and AuthorMoments MatterEpisode SummaryIn this episode, I interview Dave Sanderson the last passenger off “The Miracle on the Hudson” flight on January 15, 2009, Dave Sanderson not only survived the “crash” but also started to realize that the moments that made up his life prepared him for what was about to happen.BioDave Sanderson was a top sales producer in every company he worked for and on January 15th, 2009 was on a business trip he had made hundreds of times be...2019-06-2138 min
Keep Leading!®Be Your Customer's HeroAdam ToporekCustomer Service Expert, Keynote Speaker, Author, Podcast Host, Trainer and Strategic AdvisorBe Your Customer’s HeroAdam Toporek is an internationally-recognized customer experience expert, keynote speaker, and customer service trainer who helps organizations transform their relationships with their customers through better strategy, training, and communication. A third-generation entrepreneur with extensive experience in retail, wholesale, franchising, and small business, Adam understands the impact that customer experience can have on the bottom line. Adam is the author of Be Your Customer's Hero, the founder of the popular Customers That Stick® blo...2019-06-1231 min
Keep Leading!®Crisis ReadyMelissa Agnes Crisis Management Keynote Speaker, Advisor, Author of "Crisis Ready"Crisis Ready: In this episode we discuss the importance of staying ready, so you don't have to get ready, when a crisis inevitably comes.Author of Crisis Ready: Building an Invincible Brand in an Uncertain World, Melissa Agnes is a leading authority on crisis preparedness, reputation management, and brand protection. Agnes is a coveted speaker, commentator, and advisor to some of today's leading organizations faced with the greatest risks. As a strategic advisor and keynote speaker, Melissa Agnes has worked...2019-06-0738 min
Keep Leading!®Catalysts of CultureJulie Ann SullivanSpeaker, International Best-Selling Author, Podcast Host and Business Culture ExpertCatalysts of Culture: In this episode we discuss the importance of culture on workplace performance.Julie Ann works with companies to catapult their culture through improved communication, creativity and compassion. The result is accelerated business growth.Julie Ann is an international best-selling author. Her newest book, Catalysts of Culture – How Visionary Leaders Activate the Employee Experience, is based on her extensive research, experience and interviews on her podcast, Businesses that Care. As a Professional Speaker, she ha...2019-05-3140 min
Keep Leading!®Be a Force MultiplierTony ChatmanKeynote Speaker, Corporate Relationship Expert, Certified Speaking Professional, Author and Bias DisrupterThe Force Multiplier: In this episode we discuss the importance of being a Force Multiplier and Unconscious Bias.Tony has worked with hundreds of corporations and government agencies including the U.S. Secret Service, Chase Bank, Estee Lauder, N.O.A.A. and N.A.S.A. to help people reach new heights of effectiveness by understanding themselves and others better. As a leadership keynote speaker, his passion is contagious and his messages provide practical, usable knowledge that people...2019-05-2433 min
Keep Leading!®Leadership and the LawChristina MartiniPartner and Co-National Hiring Partner, McDermott Will & Emery/“Legal Face-Off” WGN RadioHost/ “Paradigm Shift with Christina Martini” Radio Show HostLeadership and the LawChristina (Tina) L. Martini is a partner with McDermott Will & Emery and serves as the firm’s Co-National Hiring Partner. She focuses her practice on domestic and international trademark and copyright law, as well as domain name, Internet, social media, advertising, unfair competition and entertainment law. She has extensive experience in counseling, prosecution, enforcement, due diligence and licensing matters. She successfully assists clients in protecting...2019-05-1734 min
Keep Leading!®Doerr Institute for New LeadersTom KolditzFounding Executive Managing Director, The Doerr Institute for New LeadersDoerr Institute for New LeadersTom Kolditz is the founding Director of the Ann & John Doerr Institute for New Leaders at Rice University—the most comprehensive, evidence-based, university-wide leader development program in the world. Serving all 6200 students at Rice, the Doerr Institute is among the largest leader development enterprises in Texas.Formerly teaching at the Yale School of Management, he was chairman of the Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership at West Point, the founding director of the West Po...2019-05-0942 min
Keep Leading!®Cracking the Curiosity CodeDiane HamiltonCEO of Tonerra, Creator of Curiosity Code Index, Speaker, Nationally Syndicated Radio HostCracking the Curiosity CodeDr. Diane Hamilton is a nationally syndicated radio host, speaker, moderator, consultant, and author. She is the former MBA Program Chair at the Forbes School of Business. She is the author of multiple books including Cracking the Curiosity Code: The Key to Unlocking Human Potential. She is the creator of the Curiosity Code Index® assessment. Her ground-breaking work in the area of curiosity has been heralded by some of the biggest names in leadership. H...2019-05-0337 min
Keep Leading!®The Hero FactorJeffrey HayzlettChairman, Host of C-Suite with Jeffrey Hayzlett and Executive Perspectives LIVE on C-Suite TVThe Hero FactorJeffrey Hayzlett is the primetime television host of C-Suite with Jeffrey Hayzlett and Executive Perspectives LIVE on C-Suite TV and is the host of the award-winning All Business with Jeffrey Hayzlett on C-Suite Radio. Hayzlett is a global business celebrity, Hall of Fame speaker, Chairman and CEO of C-Suite Network, home of the world’s most trusted network of C-Suite leaders and best-selling author. His most recent book is The Hero Factor: How Great Le...2019-04-2531 min
Keep Leading!®Becoming LimitlessLaura Gassner OttingFounder and Chief Catalyzing Officer, Limitless PossibilityBecoming LimitlessLaura speaks with change agents, entrepreneurs, investors, leaders, and donors to get them past the doubt and indecision that consign their great ideas to limbo. She delivers strategic thinking, well-honed wisdom, and catalytic perspective informed by decades of navigating change across the start-up, nonprofit, political, and philanthropic landscapes.Websitewww.lauragassnerotting.comLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lauragassnerotting/Twitterhttps://twitter.com/heylgoFacebook...2019-04-2437 min
Keep Leading!®Master the Art of ConnectingLou DiamondFounder & CEO, ThriveMaster the Art of ConnectingLou Diamond is an energetic, humorous and inspirational speaker, business development strategist and performance mentor. For over 25 years he has delivered winning tactics that have increased results of leading performers from companies all over the world.He is the CEO of THRIVE, a company focused on helping brands become even more amazing through the power of connecting.When he isn’t speaking or working on his top-rated Thrive LOUD podcast, he is watching his kids grow up too fast, ob...2019-04-2339 min