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Unlabeled Leadership145: Csaba Toth Shares Examples of Cognitive Challenges (Bonus)In the bonus Episode 145, Csaba Toth talks about the amount of work needed to become accomplished. Gary shares with Csaba one of his heroes, Daryl Davis. This leads to a discussion about bridging the gap of differences. Then, Csaba explains how our biases work to find evidence for our beliefs.
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A native of Hungary and now a UK resident, Csaba has 15 years of experience in setting up start-ups and working with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and entrepreneurs. He is a best-selling author and the founder of ICQ Global, a people development organization with more...2022-05-1212 min
Unlabeled Leadership133: Catalina: A Leadership StoryEpisode 133 is a one-off episode that doesn’t follow the standard format. The story that you will hear is about Catalina, a rescued kitten. In the narrative, Gary DePaul shares two insights that can help you strengthen your leadership capabilities and help the people you work with feel more appreciated, understood, and cared for.
While the episode features the audio recording, you can access the video link below.
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Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support th...2022-03-0809 min
Unlabeled Leadership120: The Platinum Rule: Kon Apostolopoulos, Sonal Bahl, Sejal Thakkar, and David WheatleyIn Episode 120, I share four parts from previous episodes about the Platinum Rule.
00:54 Part 1: Kon Apostolopoulos and the Voice of People Whom You Serve
In this story, Coach Kon explains a mistake he made with a manager he used to report to. The story leads into a discussion about customers and then the Platinum Rule.
09:39 Part 2: Sonal Bahl with Practical Advice
Sonal advises us on working on our own development while following the Platinum Rule.
14:32 Part 3: Sejal Thakkar and Learning What People Need
Sejal advises us to...2021-12-2322 min
Unlabeled Leadership119: Veteran Leadership Stories and Advice: Guy Wallace, Leroy Dennison, Kim Campbell, and Kevin McNultyIn Episode 119, I picked three leadership stories and one about advice from stewards who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
01:07 Part 1: Guy W. Wallace (Navy) Your Mission and the Fantail Watch
The fantail is the ship’s stern, and the fantail watch is to search for a possible “man overboard.” Guy relates a story that takes place at the fantail.
17:12 Part 2: LeRoy Dennison (Coast Guard) Valuing Connections and Relationships at All Levels
In this story, LeRoy describes a phone call he received early in the morning and a revelation that h...2021-12-2133 min
Unlabeled Leadership118: More Host Leadership Picks: Randy McNeely, Dino Ferrari, and Terry KnickerbockerIn Episode 118, I share three leadership stories from episodes in 2021.
01:42 Part 1: Randy McNeely and Speaking from the Heart
Randy illustrates how a fellow student’s words can have a long-lasting and profound effect.
10:28 Part 2: Dino Ferrari on Being Valued
In this story, Dino talks about how his CEO showed him value.
18:34 Part 3: Terry Knickerbocker Innovates During the Pandemic
During the pandemic, organizations had to work quickly and innovatively to change their technology to accommodate the new ways that their employees worked. Terry shares a story where he an...2021-12-1633 min
Unlabeled Leadership117: Host Leadership Picks: Judy Hale, Patrick Ward, and Chip BakerIn Episode 117, I share segments from episodes in the first half of 2021.
01:03 Part 1: Judy Hale, Her Dad, Divergence, and Looking for the Brown Suit
Companies need a brown suit in the room. Why? Judy’s father explained to her how the brown suit at a company symbolized the openness to divergency.
07:01 Part 2: Patrick Ward, Pandemic, Mental Pressure, and the Daily Standup
In this story, Patrick explains his concerns about remote work during the pandemic. He expands on his description of what is involved in leading effectively.
17:28 Part 3: Chip Baker, Do...2021-12-1425 min
Unlabeled Leadership114: Matt Schlegel and Raising Self-AwarenessI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 114, Matt Schlegel describes his transition from individual contributor to manager. He talks about how he helped two teams with distinct cultures work together effectively. He then advises us on how to build the leadership muscle.
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Matt is the Managing partner at Schlegel Cascade, focusing on cost reduction. He is the Principle of Schlegel Consulting, where he provides consulting, coaching, and several workshops designed to help teams succeed through team cooperation. He is the author of Teamwork 9.0...2021-12-0221 min
Unlabeled Leadership113: Dustin DeVries, Service, and Team CommitmentI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 113, Dustin DeVries talks about a manager who shared Parkinson’s Law to help Dustin resolve some scheduling issues. He then describes the upside-down pyramid and how the concept applies to a business context. Dustin ends with advice about how we can strengthen how we lead.
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When he is not playing tennis, fishing, reading, gardening, cooking, or out with his family, Dustin lives and breathes software development. With more than 20 years of experience, Dustin is now the CT...2021-11-3018 min
Unlabeled Leadership112: Giving Thanks for 111 EpisodesIn Episode 112, I express my gratitude for all the listeners, supporters, and guests who enabled Unlabeled Leadership to continue. I share a blooper and an excerpt from Kim Ruyle’s episode about giving thanks.
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Unlabeled Leadership has listeners from 65 Countries, 44 States + the District of Columbia in the United States, and 603 cities or territories. 30 media platforms distribute episodes, including KLDR Online (Leadership Development Radio) out of St. Louis, Missouri.
Of the 111, I have had four solo episodes, 99 guests, 7 guests who have been on two episodes, one episode with Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar. 11 gu...2021-11-2505 min
Unlabeled Leadership111 Mark Bowers Reframes Mistakes as LessonsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 111, Mark Bowers describes how he determined the services for his new business that involved feedback and a word cloud. In his next story, Mark illustrates the principle, Believe in Others, and how he helped an at-risk colleague. Mark then advises us about a nontraditional way of learning leadership.
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Mark Bowers helps do-gooders do better. Specifically, he helps leaders make a distinctive, sustainable, and measurable social impact. Mark has more than thirty years in leadership and management...2021-11-2323 min
Unlabeled Leadership108: Kelly Beattie Infuses Joy into the WorkplaceI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 108, Kelly Beattie explains advice that she received from a company's president where she used to work. She then describes how feedback changed the performance of an employee. Next, Kelly advises us to use a simple technique that can substantially and positively affect the recipients.
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Kelly helps organizations have difficult conversations in the workplace. She is the President at FistStart Consulting Group and has expertise in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Emotional Intelligence.
01:09 Part 1: Build Your...2021-11-1119 min
Unlabeled Leadership107 Jean Kanokogi Sets in Motion Random Acts of KindnessI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 107, Dr. Jean Kanokogi shares three quotations that have helped guide how she lives her life. She then talks about specific leadership behaviors. Next, Dr. Jean advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership capabilities.
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With 23 years of law enforcement experience, Dr. Jean is a Senior Special Agent for the U.S. Government with extensive experience conducting criminal investigations. She is a 5th-degree black belt in judo and a highly respected sensei. She was on the...2021-11-0922 min
Unlabeled Leadership106: Joynicole Martinez Is Joyful and Passionate about LeadershipI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 106, Joynicole Martinez describes what Eva Clayton said about being afraid to take risks. She then describes how her father led others by modeling how he lived his life. Joynicole then advises us on how we can more effectively connect with other people.
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Most executive coaches and keynote speakers whose expertise is in leadership, social justice, and performance management (to name but a few) are not award-winning epidemiologists! The Founder of The Alchemist Agency, Joynicole travels globally...2021-11-0426 min
Unlabeled Leadership104: A Leadership StoryFor Episode 104, I share how Randy, a senior Vice President at a Fortune 100 company, connected with the 90 employees that he inherited. He started the connection by sharing personal stories with the employees during Randy’s first meeting with them. I then describe the effect his story had on employees.
01:43 Part 1: The new Senior Vice President
I share how Randy, a Senior Vice President, shared personal stories with a department that he had inherited.
03:42 Part 2: The Rest of the Story
I describe the effect Randy’s stories had on his new employees.
2021-10-2907 min
Unlabeled Leadership103: Annemarie Shrouder Guides Others in a Black and White WorldI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 103, Annemarie Shrouder explains what Lisa Marie Platske said that affected how she works. In the following story, Annemarie then illustrates listening to learn. She then advises how we can strengthen our leadership.
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Annemarie Shrouder (she, her) works in the field of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. She is Canadian and biracial, which she explains informs her work. While lovingly calling herself the can opener, Annemarie helps organizations create healthy workplace communities using her ABCs of inclusion, her...2021-10-2618 min
Unlabeled Leadership102: Gareth Shaw Strengthens His Leadership PlaybookI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 102, Gareth Shaw explains how quotations by Gary Player and Peter Drucker have helped him with his career. He then shares a story about when he transitioned from being an individual contributor to being a manager. Next, Gareth advises how we can strengthen our leadership capabilities.
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Gareth Shaw is passionate about building and optimizing performance, whether with businesses, teams, processes, or bicycles. He is the President, UK & Europe of Doceree, an organization that enables programmatic marketing to...2021-10-2126 min
Unlabeled Leadership101: Dave Barton, Courage, Values, and DecisionsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 101, Dave Barton explains something he learned from a mentor when they were told that a senior-level manager was running late for their meeting. Dave then shares a story about a race and explains how his sister valued a friend more than achieving a personal goal. Next, Dave advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead.
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If you have a small business and need help with performance or talent development, you’ll want to contact Da...2021-10-1917 min
Unlabeled Leadership100: Zach Giglio, Leadership, and Sweeping the ShedI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 100, Zach Giglio shares an impactful experience with his CEO during the start of his career. He then explains why some of the best rugby teams come from smaller countries, specifically the All Blacks. He then advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership.
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With more than a decade of experience in public relations, public affairs, marketing, and digital and social media, I can safely say that Zach is a communications expert! Before starting his own...2021-10-1422 min
Unlabeled Leadership099: Mark McNally Has the Courage to Embrace TransparencyI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 99, Mark McNally talks about a friend’s observation that raises Mark’s awareness about his work balance. He then shares a story about a company he took public, which transitioned to a discussion about transparency, vulnerability, trust, and loyalty. Mark also advises us to challenge our assumptions.
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Of all the officers of companies who I’ve met, Mark is the first one with the title Chief Nobody (Co-founder and Chief Nobody of Nobody Studios). He is an acc...2021-10-1222 min
Unlabeled Leadership098: Sumit Gupta Applies Leadership Beyond WorkI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 98, Sumit Gupta tells two powerful leadership stories that helped shape how he perceives leadership and leads. Sumit also advises us on how we can substantially impact our time by making a small change.
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Sumit is on a journey to elevate leadership in organizations, leverage the heroic spirit of business for good, and create a world where we can discuss any issue with love - as comrades rather than adversaries. Sumit is a leadership coach who has...2021-10-0718 min
Unlabeled Leadership095: Kim Campbell Gets to the Heart of LeadershipI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 95, Kim explains what someone who reported to her said that clarified how she would lead her squadron. When she became a Group Commander, Kim describes how she connected with a team of firefighters. Then, Kim advises how we can lead with courage.
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Kim “KC” Campbell is a retired Air Force Colonel and fighter pilot (call sign: Killer Chick). During her 24-years of service, she completed multiple deployments, holding successive leadership positions as a flight lead to the...2021-09-2824 min
Unlabeled Leadership094: Chris Cebollero and the Science of LeadershipI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 91, Chris Cebollero talks about the science of leadership, how his old managerial behaviors harmed the people around him, and how we can find new opportunities and growth from our failures and mistakes.
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Chris Cebollero is an internationally recognized leadership specialist, best-selling author, motivational teacher, and executive producer of KLDR Online, a Leadership Development Talk Radio Station that began leadership development shows on September 6, 2021.
01:04 Part 1: Where Do We Learn about Leadership?
Chris begins...2021-09-2323 min
Unlabeled Leadership093: Ty Bennett Distinguishes Motivation from Removing InhibitorsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 93, Ty Bennett explains something a mentor said that affected his outlook on his business and life. He then shares a fantastic story of leadership involving his son and a refrigerator. Next, Ty advises us on how we can lead more effectively.
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I’ve known Ty for about four years and have watched his Monday Morning Mantra video series frequently. Ty is one of the most popular keynote speakers I know, and he has authored a few bo...2021-09-2115 min
Unlabeled Leadership092: Alex Kummerow Enables People by LeadingI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 92, Alex Kummerow describes something said to him that changed his thinking about leadership. He then shares a story about a challenging subject-matter expert. Then, Alex shares some foundational advice to help us lead more effectively.
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Alex is one of the few professionals who transitioned from working in a public school system to working in corporate America. At GP Strategies Corporation, Alex is the Marketing and Communications Lead for GM Dealership training. He leverages his skills in...2021-09-1614 min
Unlabeled Leadership091: Barry O’Reilly Reframes Entrepreneurialism and Negative ResultsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 91, Barry O’Reilly talks about something a cousin said that affected how he thought about his businesses. He then shares how he reframed his writing process, and he advises us on how we should build our leadership style.
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When you connect business model innovation, product development, organizational design, and culture transformation, what do you find? Answer: Barry O’Reilly. Barry is a business advisor, entrepreneur, author, writer for The Economist, and on the faculty at Singularity Univ...2021-09-1417 min
Unlabeled Leadership090: Carrie Missele on Communication and CuriosityI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 90, Carrie Missele talks about communication, how a direct report changed her perspective about a book club, and advises us on how we can begin improving how we lead.
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Carrie is the Director of Learning and Development at Inspirant Group. In her role, she takes the time to observe, ask questions, and listen to what people at all levels of the organization have to say. Carrie is inherently curious and strives to truly understand other perspectives. She...2021-09-0921 min
Unlabeled Leadership089: Terry Knickerbocker Helps People Find Their VoiceI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 89, Terry Knickerbocker describes how he handled teaching actors during the pandemic and describes how he could find success virtually. He then shares a story about how someone helped him move forward, even after difficult events. Finally, Terry provides practical advice for helping others and ourselves.
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Terry is not a corporate professional, and he’s not a leadership expert. He does know and practice contemporary leadership, though. Terry is the founder and studio director of the Terry Kn...2021-09-0725 min
Unlabeled Leadership088: Richard Lowe Practices with CompetenceI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 88, Richard Lowe explains how a business owner taught him a valuable lesson, profoundly shaping his career. He then describes a devastating computer crash and how he triggered a massive collaboration effort. Finally, Richard advises us on how we can lead and build high-performing teams.
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Richard Lowe has written and published 63 books on various subjects (including 2 Kindle bestsellers) and ghostwritten 43 books. His passion is to help businesses and individuals write books that showcase their expertise, build credibility...2021-09-0320 min
Unlabeled Leadership087: Ed Gash on Gratitude for FeedbackI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 87, Ed Gash explains a phrase he learned and why the phrase is meaningful for how he leads. He then talks about feedback, how being nice and kind differ, and how cult and culture differ. Finally, Ed advises us on how we can treat ourselves better.
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Ed is a certified coach and has facilitated multiple workshops and sessions about leadership. He is the Chief Pathlighter and Guardian with EMG- Mourning Path, LLC. Named after his son, EMG...2021-08-3119 min
Unlabeled Leadership084: George Gu on Finding Potential and AdaptingI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 083: George Gu explains how a professor introduced Human Resource Management to him. He then shares a story about how his manager supported him during a complex implementation. Finally, George shares some advice from a Chief Strategy Officer.
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George Gu resides in Shanghai City, China, where he is the Co-Founder of Improvement Consulting Group (ICG). ICG has completed more than 300 consulting projects and trained more than 60,000 professionals in more than 30 industries. George is dedicated to helping businesses...2021-08-1924 min
Unlabeled Leadership082 Angela Shaw on Building Connections and RelationshipsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 82, Angela Shaw talks about how someone helped inspired her to consider other viewpoints. She then discusses the effect one manager had on her with how they developed their relationship. Finally, Angela encourages us to consider some ways to connect with other employees in our organizations.
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Angela is the Chief People Officer at Juiceland in Austin, Texas. She is a steward to the HR, instructor, volunteer, speaker, and models inclusiveness, empathy, and lifelong learning.
01:27 Part 1...2021-08-0519 min
Unlabeled Leadership081 Barry Shore Stewards Joy and GrowthI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 81, Barry Shore talks about how a friend influenced him while walking on the streets of Boston. He describes how a rabbi influenced thousands of people. He then links leadership with taking a journey and helping others along their journey.
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No short introduction to Barry Shore can justly describe his life experiences! He is the Ambassador of Joy and has authored a book that tells how his life changed when he became a quadriplegic overnight from a...2021-08-0326 min
Unlabeled Leadership080 John Riordan on Building Leadership in UgandaI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 80, John Riordan shares five words that changed his outlook on life. He talks about his time in Uganda and how soccer helped unite children from diverse backgrounds. Finally, he advises us on how to rethink our life’s purpose, daily choices, and our life’s journey.
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For more than 20 years, John has consulted with a broad range of federal, private, and non-profit organizations. He has conducted hundreds of planning, team building, and training workshops
rang...2021-07-2925 min
Unlabeled Leadership079 Ivan Wanis Ruiz Shares Tactics, Not RulesI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 79, Ivan Wanis Ruiz explains how someone persuaded Ivan to change a course design. He then shares three stories which the third is about how managers can tap into the team’s creativity. Finally, Ivan advises us on how to get to know someone.
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Ivan is a top-rated instructor on Coursera with more than 100,000 learners and Udemy with more than 50,000 students. He was the official host for the Invictus Games in 2017 and the PanAm Games in 2015. He is...2021-07-2723 min
Unlabeled Leadership078: David McKeown Helps Build OpportunitiesI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 78, David McKeown shares something that his stepmother said that affected how he makes choices. He then shares a story about a client experience during a executive coaching session. He then advises us on how we could improve our communications.
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If you and your teams want to achieve excellence by doing the ordinary tasks extraordinarily well, then you may want to contact David. David McKeown is an author and CEO of Outfield Leadership. He is a keynote...2021-07-2225 min
Unlabeled Leadership075: Phyllis Millikan Taps into The Wisdom of TeamsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 75, Phyllis Millikan explains the limitation to three harmful traditional leadership assumptions. These are leaders need authority, leaders are heroes who leave a legacy, and intimacy weakens leadership.
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From an Arthur Andersen consultant to a SurePeople Executive Vice President, Phyllis’s career continues to evolve. What hasn’t changed is her commitment to mentor and champion the people around her.
01:36 Part 1: Do Leaders Need Authority?
Many new professionals falsely believed that for them to i...2021-07-1325 min
Unlabeled Leadership074: Sejal Thakkar Raises Awareness about BiasesI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 74, Sejal Thakkar talks about something her father said that influenced her growth. She then explains Barry Shore’s story and how he practices leadership. Finally, Sejal advises us to practice the Platinum Rule.
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Dubbing herself "Chief Civility Officer", Sejal is not your average employment law attorney. As she developed her legal practice, organizations began requesting her to facilitate workshops that are proactive, relevant, and impactful workplace training programs to prevent sexual harassment, bullying, and the effects of...2021-07-0823 min
Unlabeled Leadership073: Brendan Rogers Creates Clarity for TeamsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 73, Brendan Rogers describe a 360-degree feedback experience, talks about how his son gave feedback to a principal, and advises us to ask employees three foundational questions.
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Brendan trains and consults with organizations to build cohesive teams that have cohesiveness, clarity, and alignment. He is a certified coach who can work one-on-one with executives or facilitate group workshops. During his continuous career, Brendan has been a Chief Operating Officer & Head of Improvement for a Not-for-Profit, Project Manager...2021-07-0628 min
Unlabeled Leadership072: Sara Troy Helps You Discover Your InstrumentOn Tuesdays and Thursdays, I invite guests to share personal stories about small acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 72, Sara Troy shares an insight from her mother that has changed her perception. She talks about your personal journey and helping others with their journey. She then reminds us that we cannot help others until we help ourselves.
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Sara gives meaning to podcasting! Having interviewed more than 2,500 guests, Sara has helped thousands to discover ways to live extraordinarily. Her self Discovery Media organization is well named. Through the stories of her...2021-07-0118 min
Unlabeled Leadership070: Amina Alami Enables the Creativity of StudentsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 70, Amina Alami describes something that teacher said that influenced her. In another story, she then explains how she met the needs of her new class and how doing so increased engagement. Next, Amina advises us about some small changes to help us retain our experiences.
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Living in Morocco, Amina enjoys her early retirement from instructing while living an entrepreneur’s life with a real estate business. As a lifelong learner, she completed many online courses and ea...2021-06-2417 min
Unlabeled Leadership069: Mark Clark Perceives Using Positive IntentI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 69, Mark Clark talks about his motto. He then shares a story in which, through his chain of command, he is asked to do something unusual. Next, Mark advises us about job searching and using a cover letter.
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As Mark might say, "Life is a gift and very short." He is an Ohio-born Indiana native who lives in North Carolina by choice. Mark is a lover of life and is passionate about recruiting and linking people with...2021-06-2218 min
Unlabeled Leadership068: Mirko Maccarrone Lives to InspireI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives.
In Episode 68, Mirko Maccarrone changes the atmosphere of a meeting and energizes the participants. He then describes how he connected with an executive board to gain their support for his company’s app, StorySign. Finally, Mirko advises us on how we can lead more effectively.
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While Mirko is an entrepreneur, marketer, and public speaking coach, he is also a giver. He inspires and empowers people with the aim of elevating human potential. In the episode, you’ll l...2021-06-1728 min
Unlabeled Leadership067: Kim Ruyle Cultivates TrustI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 67, Kim Ruyle explains what a manager said that has affected his perspective. He shares a story about how his department built trust, and Kim advises how we can develop our leadership capabilities.
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If he isn’t helping businesses build their leadership pipeline or overhaul their performance-management system, Kim is writing and directing plays over Zoom and soon in person. He is an international consultant, speaker, and learning & development expert with decades of practical and evidence-based experience....2021-06-1523 min
Unlabeled Leadership066: Raul Hernandez Ochoa Helps Teams FlourishI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 66, Raul Hernandez Ochoa talks about a direct report who overcame performance challenges. He then explains that people are not the errors that they make. Lastly, Raul advises us to consider adopting his five pillars.
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Even entrepreneurs need a strategy, and Raul can help! His mission is to help successful entrepreneurs create certainty in their business with simple proven frameworks. In addition to authoring a book and coaching entrepreneurs, Raul hosts the #dogoodwork podcast.
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Unlabeled Leadership065: Dave Best Cracks Three Traditional Leadership AssumptionsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 65, Dave Best responds to three traditional leadership assumptions:
1. Team members are the cause of unproductivity
2. Team members cannot be trusted
3. Team members are less important than revenue, profits, operational expenses, and leaders
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Dave Best is not only a senior manager at The Home Depot, he is a drummer, hockey commentator, self-improvement guru, and a family man. He graduated from Penn State University with a BA in Telecommunications...2021-06-0824 min
Unlabeled Leadership064: Megan Edwards Integrates Multiple DisciplinesI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives.
In Episode 64, Megan Edwards offers us a quotation about helping others. She then describes a personal story about how she found her voice. Finally, Megan advises us by sharing another quotation.
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If you need help with brand communications, corporate video scripting, customer research, service launches, and LinkedIn marketing (to name a few), you might contact Megan. As a yogi, mum, workshop facilitator, Megan works with professionals – from Reiki masters to corporate executives – to communicate in ways that...2021-06-0324 min
Unlabeled Leadership063: Jacqueline Way Creates Ripple EffectsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 63, Jacqueline Way explains what Harry Rosen taught her about working with customers. She then shares a personal story about her father and his influence on her leadership. Jacqueline also advises us about the Return of Investment of happiness.
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Jacqueline Way is a true world changer. Her soul purpose is to educate and inspire the hearts and minds of people globally to create a happy, meaningful life. She expresses her purpose through her charitable organization, 365give, which...2021-06-0123 min
Unlabeled Leadership062: Kevin Jordan Discovers Gifts in SituationsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 62, Kevin P. Jordan describes two events that had a positive effect on his life. He then explains how an internship helped multiple stakeholders. He ends the episode with some advice about listening and making a small change to generate a cumulative, positive effect.
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Kevin is a leadership and career coach who partners with business professionals who are one to two levels below the C-Suite. Kevin provides strategic coaching and consulting to these professionals and their teams...2021-05-2727 min
Unlabeled Leadership061: Ahmed El Hamamsy Creates Opportunities through Virtual CollaborationI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 61, Ahmed El Hamamsy describes how he overcame difficult circumstances with a job loss. He then talks about a manager who demonstrated effective leadership. Lastly, Ahmed advises us to become bolder and build our confidence in particular ways.
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If you need supply chain productivity and efficiency improvements, Ahmed could be who you need! Not only does he have performance-improvement expertise, but Ahmed is also the host of the Think Big & B-Inspired Show. Through his guests’ stories, listeners an...2021-05-2520 min
Unlabeled Leadership060: Nicole Jones Nurtures Progressive PartnershipsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 60, Nicole Jones explains how a CEO’s belief in her enabled her to excel. She then shares a story of how she coached and enabled a direct report who was promoted to a senior-level role. To help us, Nicole advises how we can become more effective in our communications.
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From achieving a BA in music (University of Virginia) to the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) designating her as a Certified Professional Coach, Nicole has ha...2021-05-2025 min
Unlabeled Leadership058: Kon Apostolopoulos Gives Back to the CommunityI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 58, Kon Apostolopoulos shares a personal story that explains an expanded definition of customer. Next, he shares a story from his childhood that explains how his circumstances helped him value learning. He then shares a coaching story and advises us to attend to when we ought to be coaching in the learning zone and when we ought to support others in the performance zone.
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Kon is a lifelong learner who speaks four languages and is well respected...2021-05-1827 min
Unlabeled Leadership057: Matt Suksi Positions His Team to LeadI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 57, Matt Suksi describes a difficult manager who went beyond micromanaging to creating a toxic work environment. In contrast, Matt shares a positive story in which the manager empowers the team. Finally, Matt advises us on how we can make small changes to create a safe working environment.
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I’ve known Matt for almost ten years and followed his career since he left Lowe’s. Since knowing him, Matt has had a strong focus on developing himself and...2021-05-1315 min
Unlabeled Leadership056: Dave Burgher Encourages Lifelong LearningI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 56, Dave Burgher talks about what inspired him to invest in his professional development. He shares a story about how he helped a client by removing some barriers that interfered with their focus. Also, Dave advises us about using active listening and provides some additional advice.
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"Freedom through prosperity" is Dave’s mantra. He designs and implements networking events to connect business professionals to one another. Dave is a leadership professional who trains and coaches entrepreneurs and pr...2021-05-1216 min
Unlabeled Leadership055: Elia Gourgouris Leverages Nonnegotiable Habits for HappinessI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 55, Elia Gourgouris talks about, when at the age of five, his grandfather explained something that affected his life. He shares a coaching experience that illustrates how he elevated a team’s performance. He then advises how we can strengthen how we develop ourselves.
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Elia believes that happiness is a choice, which he adopted as his motto. As a leadership consultant, President of The Happiness Center, writer of more than 100 articles in the Huffington Post and Thrive Gl...2021-05-1122 min
Unlabeled Leadership054: Terrell Turner Elevates Team CollaborationsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 54, Terrell Turner shares how he unexpectedly influenced someone, explains how an admission led to a healthier and more productive team, and describes how he helped transform the perception of the Accounting department from being a commodity to a trusted business partner.
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Terrell is more than a CPA. He is also a podcaster of two shows. Having transitioned from working in Fortune 500 companies, Terrell is now a finance coach for restaurants and food entrepreneurs. He makes accounting...2021-05-0623 min
Unlabeled Leadership053: Ronald Graves Illuminates Three Harmful AssumptionsOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology. I invite guests to share their expertise about small or big acts of leadership.
In Episode 53, Ronald Graves discusses traditional leadership assumptions that are misguided and harmful. In Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership, you can read about thirteen of such assumptions. Ronald Takes on assumptions 11-13.
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Ronald has more than 35 years of business consulting experience, in which he served in leadership roles for 20 years. He is well versed in organizational performance improvement and leadership, and he is a certified coach. For...2021-05-0524 min
Unlabeled Leadership052: Patrick Ward Explains the Return for Giving Up ControlI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 52, Patrick Ward recalls some insight from a colleague, discusses how he handled the challenge of remote work during a pandemic and advises us to allow employee autonomy. He then provides some examples to illustrate how employee autonomy could affect revenue.
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If you are in the Los Angeles area and looking for a software development agency, you might encounter Patrick. Patrick is the Director of Marketing at Rootstrap and the founder of NanoGlobals, an expert-led platform that...2021-05-0426 min
Unlabeled Leadership050: Virginie Lemay Stays PositiveI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 50, Virginie Lemay shares a powerful story about choices and attitudes. She then describes a situation in which an employee’s opinion changes because of how she led. Virginie also advises us on how we can frame our leadership practices in practical terms.
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In addition to being an excellent salsa dancer (see acronym below), Virginie is a leadership trainer, consultant, and coach who speaks (and can train in) 5 languages: English, French, German, Dutch, and Italian. If that is...2021-04-2821 min
Unlabeled Leadership049: Johnette Karpeh Is Intentional about PurposeI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 49, Johnette Karpeh explains what Purpose means to her and illustrates the concept through her stories. Next, Johnette describes her first fundraising event and how volunteering to help her community. Lastly, she advises us to be intentional with how we live our lives.
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While I know her from her days at Lowe’s and later Wells Fargo, Johnette’s passion is with her work in the community. It is through contributing to her community that Johnette leads, serv...2021-04-2721 min
Unlabeled Leadership048: Anthony Vaughan Adapts by Discovering ContextI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 48, Anthony Vaughan shares how his upbringing contributed to his professional career. He describes how he retained the COO at his company and, at the same time, met the COO’s unique needs. Lastly, Anthony advises us on how we can improve our adaptability.
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Anthony is the quintessential entrepreneur who has created companies and brands. His passion is in HR, where he has several expertise areas such as compensation, talent development, leadership development, and employee experience design (to...2021-04-2225 min
Unlabeled Leadership047: Dino Ferrari Values PeopleI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 47, Dino Ferrari explains how our words reflect upon our character, how a president valued him, and how his being a lifelong learner evolved.
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To be an effective project manager, you need patience, calmness, influence, systemic thinking, healthy relationships with your peers and colleagues. Dino is all that and more. At Tampa General Hospital, Dino manages projects and leverages his broad range of expertise. If I had a complex and technical implementation or a merger, Dino is...2021-04-2123 min
Unlabeled Leadership046: Mary Raddant Knows the Trust SecretI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 46, Mary Raddant describes two moments that have helped her become more effective at leadership. She then describes what she did to develop one of her high-performing teams. Finally, Mary advises us on what we can do in our roles to lead more effectively.
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If you are going to lead a support function like HR effectively, you need you and your team to focus on results, think systemically, add value, and build meaningful partnerships with the departments...2021-04-2022 min
Unlabeled Leadership045: Randy McNeely Helps Build CulturesI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 45, Randy McNeely uses storytelling to illustrate the power of words spoken in the right way and at the right time, to convey a guiding principle, and to advise us in how we act.
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These titles understate what Randy contributes to our society: Chief Kindness Officer, Licensed Culturewise Consultant, Speaker, Author, Podcast Host, Passionate Kindness Advocate, and Kindness Leadership Coach. What is closer to who Randy is can be found in a testimonial: “I have been drawn to...2021-04-1521 min
Unlabeled Leadership043: David Koster Taps into Your PotentialI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 43, David Koster describes one of his guiding principles, shares a personal story about how a small business owner provided some career opportunities, and advises us to be more open about our challenges that we struggle with during uncertain times.
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From being a mechanic, teaching, owning his own business (twice), to working at a corporate headquarters, David has accumulated a wealth of professional experiences. In his current role, David operates a consulting business that focuses on employee...2021-04-1319 min
Unlabeled Leadership041: Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar Encourage GrowthOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology. I invite guests to share their expertise about small or big acts of leadership.
In Episode 41, Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar explore the leadership principle, Encourage Growth. They discuss three leadership beliefs: Helping others figure out their development enhances their ability to contribute, encouraging people to grow and leave their role contributes to organizational growth, and allowing teams to make mistakes enables them to be open with their mistakes and learn from the experience.
00:00 Prologue: Ajay and Don Return
Ajay and Don have...2021-04-0728 min
Unlabeled Leadership040: Shonia Brown Moves People towards VictoryI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 40, Shonia Brown explains a decisive question that became one of her guiding principles. She then shares a leadership story that illustrates her applying the guiding principle. Next, Shonia offers advice that has become her motto.
00:00 Prologue: Shonia Is A Lifelong Learner
From technical writing to instructional design, Shonia has enabled employees to learn, develop, and perform better. Her talent has enriched not only her professional career but her personal life as well. For example, Shonia has leveraged...2021-04-0621 min
Unlabeled Leadership039: Elaine Jacques Will Always Defend YouI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 39, Elaine Jacques explains one of her guiding principles, shares a story that inspired her to perform at her best, and advises us to ask questions that could build trust.
00:00 Prologue: Evidence-based Practice
Elaine is a Leadership Presence and Leadership Development Coach who has multiple certifications. I think that explaining that Elaine is a lifelong learner would be an understatement. Much of her training and knowledge is founded on evidence-based research in neuroscience, appreciative inquiry, and positive psychology...2021-04-0119 min
Unlabeled Leadership037: LeRoy Dennison Illustrates How We Can Value OthersI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 37, LeRoy Dennison discusses how crucial first impressions are, how we should show value to the people in our organizations, and shares advice about supporting direct reports with the annual performance review process.
01:23 Prologue: A Lifelong Learner and Steward
After more than 22 years serving in the U.S. Coast Guard and about a decade working at Apple Inc. as a Senior Manager, LeRoy volunteers his time to protecting, preserving, and supporting the Alafia River State Park. LeRoy is...2021-03-3021 min
Unlabeled Leadership036: Dawn Snyder Shares Stories of Accountability, Innovation, and Real ChangeI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 36, Dawn Snyder shares a quotation from her father, discusses innovation, and advises us about examining the actions we take.
00:00 Prologue: One of the Talent Development Experts You Should Know!
Dawn is one of the top talent development experts. She consults with organizations and helps clients by designing training programs. Dawn gives back to her profession through teaching at Boise State University and Franklin University as well as blogging for HPT Treasures. Dawn has a Ph.D. from...2021-03-2532 min
Unlabeled Leadership035: Alex Slawson In the Present MomentI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 31, Alex Slawson describes a coaching technique that has enabled his team to grow and bond. He has coached others at work. Also, Alex explains how his coaching has helped someone outside of work. He then invites us to be present in our conversations.
00:00 Prologue: Innovation, Calmness, and Systemic Thinking
Alex works as an internal performance consultant to develop the talent within his organization. Not only is he innovative, but Alex is also one of the calmest people...2021-03-2421 min
Unlabeled Leadership034: Mark Wojcik Leads by ListeningI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives.
In Episode 34, Mark Wojcik shares something his mentor told him, explains why being available to others is crucial, and advises us to be present and listen when colleagues and peers seek our help.
00:00 Prologue: Recruiting 101 and More!
Mark Wojcik is a recruiting pro who is one of the premier go-to sources for help with recruiting. He has a popular LinkedIn video series entitled, Recruiting 101 (sample links below). In addition to sales and recruiting, Mark has extensive experience...2021-03-2319 min
Unlabeled Leadership033: Ed Muzio Upgrades Managerial TeamsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives.
In Episode 33, Ed Muzio shares a story from early in his career, talks about an executive team’s challenge, and advises how we can improve our team meetings.
00:00 Prologue: An Engineer Who Thinks Systemically
Ed Muzio is an engineer who evolved his practice to management consulting. Whether at the c-suite or frontline, Ed helps teams learn to adapt and think systemically and iteratively. Ed also wrote the forward to the Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership book....2021-03-1827 min
Unlabeled Leadership032: Don Kirkey Puts Others FirstOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology. I invite guests to share their expertise about small or big acts of leadership.
In Episode 32, Don Kirkey discusses three leadership beliefs related to the principle, Putting Others First. Don talks about valuing the success of others, accepting responsibility, and how crucial it is to build up others. Finally, Don advises us about how managers get work done through others.
00:00 Prologue: With International Leadership Experience
If you need help strengthening management performance, developing your organization, or managing your workforce, talk to Don. With...2021-03-1721 min
Unlabeled Leadership031: Chris Adams Encourages GrowthI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 31, Chris Adams explains how a previous manager enhanced the performance review process and describes how a manager successfully encouraged a team to embrace a transformational change. Also, Chris advises us to use small, positive affirmations as feedback, which can have a substantial effect.
00:00 Prologue: Performance Consulting Changes Organizations for the Better
I’ve known Chris for several years and have had the privilege to work with him on some performance improvement projects and workshops. Chris is a dy...2021-03-1624 min
Unlabeled Leadership030: Jessica Tower Tells Stories about StorytellingI invite guests to share personal stories about small and large acts of leadership that help shape their lives.
In Episode 30, Jessica Tower explains how poetry can help business professionals, how one experience can change a culture, and how you can strengthen your storytelling.
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Jessica consults with organizations about talent management. She explains how stories can connect people, strengthen cultures, and affect the bottom line. Through Tower & Company, Jessica helps clients develop their story talent.
01:30 Part 1: More Poets Commit Suicide than Prose Writers
What we learn from one...2021-03-1118 min
Unlabeled Leadership028: Lisa Toenniges Leads with FeedbackI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 28, Lisa Toenniges explains the value of feedback, illustrates ways to empathize, challenges us with kindness, and advises us to allow for self-patience.
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I met Lisa at an International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) conference. Through ISPI, I’ve learned about Lisa’s stewardship and desire to help new professionals strengthen their capabilities. Lisa owns Innovative Learning Group (ILG), a performance-first learning company headquartered in Troy, Michigan.
02:25 Part 1: Take in Feedback
Lisa talks abou...2021-03-0920 min
Unlabeled Leadership027: Robynne Orr Narrates the Value EffectI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 27, Robynne Orr explains how she became happier working with others by changing her expectations. She explains the value of expressing value, and Robynne shares some practical advice.
00:00 Prologue: A Narrative Passion
Robynne is more than an architect for Yale University. She is a voiceover talent. In 2020, Robynne narrated my book, What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care? If you listen to the audiobook, you’ll quickly realize Robynne’s passion for nonfiction narration becomes appa...2021-03-0420 min
Unlabeled Leadership026: Peter Popovich Explains Emotional IntelligenceOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology. I invite guests to share their expertise about small or big acts of leadership.
In Episode 26, Peter Popovich, emotional intelligence expert, shares how we can understand the meaning of emotional intelligence, improve how we can benefit from an assessment, and advise us on strengthening our emotional intelligence.
00:00 Prologue: A Really Brief Introduction
Peter was the guest of Episode 006: Peter Popovich and the Pickled Lifelong Journey. Peter is my go-to professional about all things related to emotional intelligence.
00:52 Part 1: RUM Is an...2021-03-0332 min
Unlabeled Leadership025: Jessica Bronzert Gets Comfortable with AmbiguityI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 25, Jessica Bronzert discusses how she is handling the COVID-19 pandemic, shares stories about client’s creative ways to connect with employees, and advises us to learn how to be comfortable with ambiguity.
00:00 Prologue: Helping Organizations at Multiple Levels
Whether coaching an executive or orchestrating an enterprise intervention, Jessica and her team can drive needed performance change and personal growth. Jessica is the founding CEO of The Sparks Group, which offers executive coaching and transformational change.
01:17 Pa...2021-03-0219 min
Unlabeled Leadership024: Sherrie Niedermeier Connects with Her TeamsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 24, Sherrie Niedermeier illustrates the formidable effect that leadership has through her stories. She discusses the importance of friendship, caring for others, and maintaining congruency between thoughts and actions.
00:00 Prologue: Leading with Care
Sherrie is the Chief Learning Design Officer at Human Capital Institute (HCI). If you work for Sherrie, you’ll quickly learn that she has high standards for performance, but she’ll do whatever she can to ensure that you’re successful. Sherrie cares about the people...2021-02-2525 min
Unlabeled Leadership021: Marc Donelson Doesn’t Settle for The OrdinaryI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 21, Marc Donelson encourages us to think critically about our circumstances. He explains how his team transformed compliance training to exceed learner expectations. Finally, he challenges us to develop ourselves while in our current role.
00:00 Prologue: Thinking about Performance
Marc is a talent development manager who has served at organizations such as Handshaw, Bank of America, Stanly Community College, and Belk. Because of his expertise in science and practice of performance improvement, Marc has a unique perspective and...2021-02-1823 min
Unlabeled Leadership020: Vivian Johnson Establishes Executive PresenceOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology. I invite guests to share their expertise about small or big acts of leadership.
In Episode 20, Vivian Johnson talks about executive presence and how others can enable or act as a toxic barrier to developing executive presence.
00:00 Prologue: No Longer A Company Statistic
Vivian is a performance consultant, a change strategist, a certified project manager, and a transformation expert. What people will remember about Vivian is that her spirit is uplifting and contagious.
00:56 Part 1: The Story of the Failed Audition
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Unlabeled Leadership019: Kevin McNulty Listens to CultureI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 19, Kevin McNulty talks about the importance of attending to culture. Through his stories, we gain some insight into what it means to practice leadership in a way that strengthens cultural growth. Also, Kevin advises us on how we can more effectively lead by the way we treat those around us.
00:00 Prologue: Helping Others Develop
When I worked at Ceridian, Kevin did more than report to me: He informally coached me (believe me, I needed it!). As part...2021-02-1618 min
Unlabeled Leadership018: Jane Bozarth and Acting Upon Stewardship OpportunitiesI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 18, Jane Bozarth encourages us to seriously consider opportunities, shares a leadership story about saying the right thing at the right time, and explains what being a practitioner means.
00:00 Prologue: Let’s Get Evidence-based!
Author and speaker Dr. Jane Bozarth has had a long career in the North Carolina state government. In Part 1, Jane shares a story about her role as the state's eLearning Coordinator. As the Director of Research for The Learning Guild, Jane shares evidence-based research re...2021-02-1128 min
Unlabeled Leadership016: Phyllis Millikan and Constructive AttributionI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives.
In Episode 16, Phyllis Millikan explains how our attitude can change how we interrupt intent and how we perceive our current situations. She discusses when self-reflection is needed to evaluate your role in an organization. Phyllis offers advice about checking in with others, giving your team space to lead, and filling your bucket.
00:00 Prologue: It Is Not about You but about the Talent Around You
One of the first things I noticed about Phyllis is that she is...2021-02-0929 min
Unlabeled Leadership015: Marise Kumar Leads at the Macro and Individual LevelsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 15, Marise Kumar discusses insights about the leadership at the c-suite and senior executive level. In her stories, she explains a Montessori value, her experience leading at Whirlpool and Lowe’s, and counsels us to connect and believe in the people we serve.
00:00 Prologue: From Product Development to Customer Experience
When I think of customer experience, Marise comes to mind. Through C2B Strategies, a business that she founded, Marise helps global and local organizations, for-profit and nonprofit, cr...2021-02-0430 min
Unlabeled Leadership014: Jack Bucalo Explains Leadership Skills that CEOs DesireOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology. I invite guests to share their expertise about small or big acts of leadership.
In Episode 14, Jack Bucalo, a leadership development expert, continues to discuss what makes a leadership development program useful for meeting the needs of CEOs and line executives. Jack describes specific hard and soft skills that contribute to attendees’ performance. He then explains action plans.
00:00 Prologue: Recap of Episode 011
In Episode 011, Jack clarified that the CEOs and line executives are the ultimate customers of leadership training. Many executives believe that le...2021-02-0317 min
Unlabeled Leadership013: Guy Wallace and Clarity of PurposeI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 13, Guy Wallace encourages us to think about our mission, establishes some firm boundaries to instill inclusiveness, and prefaces what we communicate with declarations.
00:00 Prologue: Preserving Legacies through Video Stewardship
While Guy has consulted with several clients about performance improvement, most of his consulting has been performance-based instruction. More substantial, Guy has contributed towards curating knowledge about instructional systems design, performance-based instructional analysis, and curriculum architecture design. He has published 135 videos of performance improvement practitioners, researchers, and professors...2021-02-0231 min
Unlabeled Leadership012: Tim Brock with Winning Hearts and Clearing BarriersI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 12, Tim Brock exemplifies the words of William Penn, turns a school around, reveals a surprising consequence, and encourages us to build a reputation of trustworthiness.
00:00 Prologue: Career of Stewardship
Throughout his career, Tim has helped others develop professionally. From the Air Force to serving in faculty roles, Tim has passionately instructed students to develop their leadership and expertise. Also, he managed a $40 million Titan II intercontinental ballistic missile launch facility (thank you, Tim, for your service). You...2021-01-2829 min
Unlabeled Leadership011: Jack Bucalo and The Limitations of Leadership Development ProgramsOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology. I invite guests to share their expertise about small or big acts of leadership.
In Episode 11, I invited Jack Bucalo, a leadership development expert, who characterizes traditional leadership development programs and describes their limitations. He explains what these programs need that’s different from the traditional approach.
00:00 Prologue: Evidence-based Leadership Development
Jack Bucalo has authored more than fifty detailed and actionable articles about HR and leadership development. When Jack was the Corporate Senior VP of Human Resources and Chief HR Officer for Fiserv, he...2021-01-2715 min
Unlabeled Leadership010: Dave Best and Integrity without RewardI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode Ten, Dave Best talks about ways to connect with one another, what it means to encourage growth, and urges us to practice being genuine.
00:18 Prologue: Givers Put Others First
I’ve known Dave for about ten years. We met at Lowe’s. Since then, Dave has worked at Wal-Mart and now is a senior manager at The Home Depot. To learn more about Dave, you can view his LinkedIn profile (link below).
01:26 Part 1: Connect with Othe...2021-01-2628 min
Unlabeled Leadership009: Tanae Wolfman Leverages CollaborationI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode Nine, Tanae Wolfman describes how she leads without authority, how she collaborates to build trust, and what she does to keep herself grounded in her guiding principles.
00:21 Prologue: Stewardship through Small Acts
I tend to think about stewardship as big acts. Tanae’s stories teach me to reconsider the practice of stewardship. The word means to take care of something, such as a group or property. I tend to think of it as the act of giving ba...2021-01-2116 min
Unlabeled Leadership008: Ronald Graves Differentiates the Coaching RoleOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology. I invite guests to share their expertise about small or big acts of leadership.
In Episode Eight, Ronald Graves, a certified coach, distinguishes the meaning of coaching from the popular notion and from other roles. He explains how professionals can leverage coaching to strengthen in their current positions. Also, Ronald describes his Five Levels of Listening.
00:23 Prologue: Disclaimer: He’s my Coach and Friend
Ronald has more than 35 years of business consulting experience, in which he served in leadership roles for 20 years. He is...2021-01-2028 min
Unlabeled Leadership007: Felix Nater Instills Creativity and IdeationI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 7, Felix Nater reveals how one superior influenced him in practicing lifelong stewardship. He scrutinizes the misuse of authority and encourages us to work continuously on our congruency.
00:00 Prologue: The Threat Assessment / Kindness Paradox
Felix Nater has consulted hundreds of organizations about preventing workplace violence. He served in the Army and later in the U.S. Postal Services as a Postal Inspector. Felix has completed hundreds of threat assessments. He has investigated mail theft, burglary, armed robbery, and...2021-01-1924 min
Unlabeled Leadership006: Peter Popovich and the Pickled Lifelong JourneyI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode Six, Peter Popovich challenges how we consider our capacity to affect our circumstances. He characterizes what giving up control means, and he recommends that we begin incorporating a simple but powerful habit into our daily lives.
If you ask Peter what he does, he might tell you that he’s an executive coach, consultant, franchise owner, and entrepreneur. However, the best way to describe Peter is a lifelong learner.
00:21 Prologue: Learning and Staying Curious
Through ea...2021-01-1427 min
Unlabeled Leadership005: Believing in OthersOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology.
In Episode Five, I discuss the first of seven leadership principles, Believing in Others (or, believe in others). I explain how a concept can appear simple but isn’t. I describe a baseball analogy to illustrate how managers can behave as if they seem to not follow the principle. Finally, I talk about how learning relates to the principle.
00:00 Prologue: It’s about Principles
Rather than focusing on leadership qualities or values, I prefer talking about leadership principles. After analyzing 16 leadership books, I iden...2021-01-1316 min
Unlabeled Leadership004: Judy Hale and the Brown SuitI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode Four, Judith Hale talks about how her parents’ words and actions contributed to developing guiding principles.
Judy consults with organizations across all industries. Much of her current work focuses on assessment for qualifying people. Judy earned her Ph.D. from Purdue University and has various certifications. You can find her full bio on her website at the link below.
00:06 Prologue: Behind the Curtain
When you meet Judy Hale for the first time, you might underestimate wh...2021-01-1229 min
Unlabeled Leadership002: The Difference Between Management and LeadershipOn Wednesday episodes, I share leadership beliefs and unlabel terminology. For Episode Two, I break down the management and leadership concepts.
00:06 Prologue: What Experts Get Wrong about Management and Leadership
When I searched for videos about how management and leadership differ, I found several experts who don’t get these concepts.
02:33 Part 1: What is management?
I define and discuss the types of management. Then, I share a definition by Mary Parker Follet. I conclude by making the case that there is no similarity or overlap in meaning between management and leadership....2021-01-0618 min
Unlabeled Leadership001: Andy Hibel and the Effect of Small ActsI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. Andy Hibel helps me launch the first episode by explaining his personal growth perspective, recognizing opportunities to lead, and how leadership is practiced.
00:45 Prologue:
Andy encouraged me to start the podcast, and I think it’s appropriate that he is part of the first show. We met at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign before shifting his career from being a planned giving officer to an entrepreneur. Andy co-founded HigherEdJobs.com and is the company’s Chief Operating Officer. Whil...2021-01-0527 min
Unlabeled Leadership000: Beginning the JourneyWelcome to Episode 0, my first attempt at creating a podcast episode. In it, I describe why I'm doing the show and the two show formats. A transcript is available.
00:16 Prologue: Eugene Power and Finding a Nitch
I begin by sharing the story of how Eugene Power founded the company, University Microfilms (now called ProQuest). I link the story to why I'm podcasting about leadership.
05:46 Part 1: Why Unlabeled Leadership
I define Unlabeled Leadership and explain the show's intent (hint: improve how we lead).
08:47 Part 2: What...2020-12-0813 min