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Generations of RegenerationMichael R. Markiewicz, DDS, MPH, MD, FRCD(C), FAAP, FACS & Jessica Li, DDSThis is an episode you do not want to miss! In this interview Michael R. Markiewicz, DDS, MPH, MD, FRCD(C), FAAP, FACS and Jessica Li, DDS have a captivating discussion as colleagues. It is important to note they are NOT in different generations but Dr. Markiewicz has served as a mentor to Dr. Li during her fellowship. The two surgeons talk about various mentors and their impact, work life balance, advice and more. Plus a fun rapid fire round of questions at the end!
2025-04-0336 min
Lead-Lag LiveMatt Markiewicz and Paul Schatz on Leveraged ETF Tactics, Market Downturn Strategies, and Benchmark Outperformance ChallengesEver wondered how to gear up your investment portfolio with leveraged ETFs without stumbling into common pitfalls? Join us for a fascinating discussion with investment gurus Matt Markiewicz of Tradr ETFs and Paul Schatz from Heritage Capital, as they unveil the secrets behind mastering these complex financial instruments. Learn from their vast experiences about the impact of daily resets and the long-term effects of compounding on leveraged products, ensuring you won't be caught off guard by the intricacies these tools present.Managing investments is no small feat, especially when leveraging products like ETFs in an active portfolio...
2024-12-0851 minLubar Executive Education PodcastPreventing BurnoutIn this episode we talk with Michael Levitt about ways to establish boundaries and manage stress, to prevent you and others around you from burning out.During our time together we discuss:Why so many people fall victim to burnout.How to tell if you are more susceptible to burnout than others.Techniques and tips to combat chronic workplace stress.How you as a leader can help others around you from burning out.If you are interested in learning more from Michael, Visit Michael's website Obtain a free PDF copy of Michael's book - Bu...
2024-03-0733 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHow To Manage A Range Of Performers On Your TeamIn this episode we talk with John Myrna about about how to manage and lead the different types of performers on your team.During our time together we discuss:What should a leader’s mindset be when it comes to the fact that even on a high performing team, you have different levels of performance?Ways to determine which type of performer someone is, then tips for leading and managing them.How to handle a situation where an employee was perfect for the job at first but due to changes in business or the world, they ar...
2023-09-2132 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHow Entrepreneurs Grow and Expand Their Business.In this episode we talk with Deb Curtis about about how entrepreneurs who have a business that is past the startup stage, can continue to grow and possibly expand or diversify into new areas. During our time together we discuss:The key things to think about when creating a growth strategy.Advice for finding funding sources for your growth.How to avoid the trap of working "in your business" instead of "on your business".Getting involved in entrepreneurship by becoming a part owner or absentee owner.The importance of exit planning and when to start thinking a...
2023-09-0722 minLubar Executive Education PodcastStaking Out Your Leadership TentIn this episode we talk with Jerry Dugan about principles of servant leadership to create more impact as a leader. During our time together we discuss:What servant leadership is and why it is a great way to lead teams.The four "stakes" of your leadership tent (Trust Building, Empowering, Navigating, and Thriving Together)How to pull yourself out of personal and/or professional rut and into a life worth living (aka "living beyond the rut"). If you are interested in learning more from Jerry, visit his website and check out his free audiobook.
2023-08-2435 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Leader's Role in ComplianceCompliance is more than just an annual "check the box" type training event. In this episode, we talk with Tom Fox, the Compliance Evangelist, and host of the Compliance Podcast Network about what all leaders need to know about compliance to protect themselves and their organization, all while fostering a stronger culture of trust and psychological safety. During our time together we discuss:Why it's dangerous to view compliance as just an annual training activity.Examples of executives and their organizations who have been held liable for failing to take compliance seriously.Things leaders should focus on...
2023-08-1016 minLubar Executive Education PodcastFive Specific Practices For Profitable InnovationIn this episode, I talk with Bruno Pesec co-founder of the Norwegian Founder Institute, the world’s premier idea-stage accelerator and startup launch program, about five specific practices for profitable innovation. During our time together we discuss,Despite the current global economic challenges and headwinds, is it still worth investing in innovation?Five specific practices leaders can leverage to innovate properly in your business.Pitfalls to watch out for when investing in innovation. For more from Bruno Pesec, please visit https://www.pesec.no/
2023-07-2730 minLubar Executive Education PodcastExpanding Your Emotional IntelligenceIn this episode we talk with Tiffany Barnard about about the importance of continuously expanding your emotional intelligence.During our time together we discuss:Why one emotional intelligence workshop isn't enough.Common challenges workers are facing as a result of the pandemic.How different generations view work and burnout.The importance and benefits of having a coach. How to assess your energy levels to better understand who you are.If you are interested in learning more from Tiffany, visit her website.
2023-07-2025 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Power Of Mindset And Healthy Habits As A LeaderIn this episode we talk with Rahul Sharma about about strategies to help speakers and leaders better engage their listeners.During our time together we discuss these questions and topics:Common areas of opportunity for growing as a leader.How leaders can take some control back into their days.The importance of mindset and how to change it.How great leaders use "self-talk".Ways to develop habits that create "miracles".If you are interested in learning more from Rahul, visit his website and download a copy of his free accountability workbook. pick up a co...
2023-07-0630 minLubar Executive Education PodcastMastering Vocal Techniques: Tips and Tricks for Powerful Public SpeakingIn this episode we talk with John Henny about about strategies to help speakers and leaders better engage their listeners.During our time together we discuss these questions and topics:Why confident speakers captivate us.Commonalities between great speakers and singers.How you can overcome the fear of public speaking and imposter syndrome. Common challenges speakers and leaders face when trying to connect (or re-connect) with their audience.The importance of non-verbal communication in maintaining connection with your audience.The role storytelling plays in creating a strong connection between you and your audience.Wat you should b...
2023-06-2818 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Benefits of Positive Influence Leadership During a CrisisIn this episode we talk with Glenn Parker about about positive influence leadership and how it can help you lead during a crisis.During our time together we discuss these questions and topics:What positive influence leadership is.Common challenges leaders faced during COVID-19.What was effective in addressing needs of employees and customers during COVID that can be applied during future times of crisis. How positive influence leadership can be used to make their organization better.How to prepare yourself and your organization for the next crisis.If you are interested in learning more f...
2023-06-1544 minLubar Executive Education PodcastWhy You Should Be Focusing On Your Strengths Instead Of Weaknesses.In this episode we talk with Alec Pearson about about the importance of focusing on your strengths as a leader.During our time together we discuss these questions and topics:What is strength and core energy coaching?What common things are influencing today's leaders and holding them back?Why should you NOT focus only on building weaknesses?When to focus on building an area of weakness.Key things leaders should be doing regularly in order to have success maximizing their strengths and maintaining good levels of energy.How to measure your development progress. If you a...
2023-06-0130 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHow Women Leaders Achieve Personal and Professional SuccessIn this episode we talk with Sunitha Sandeep about about how women leaders achieve personal and professional success. During our time together we discuss these questions and topics:Is it possible for women leaders to have personal and professional success?Despite knowing that it's possible to have personal and professional success, why are so many modern day women burned out?What are the most common fears that women leaders have and are sometimes reluctant to talk about?Techniques for navigating the 5 P's - Profession, Purpose, Passion, Parenting, and Partner.Pitfalls to be on the lookout as y...
2023-05-1825 minLubar Executive Education PodcastManagement: Is it a job or a calling?In this episode we talk with Derrick Van Mell about whether or not being a manager is “a calling” or a job.During our time together we discuss:Is leadership a calling?How does someone know if they really should be a manager?The impact of "Management as a Calling" outside the workplace.How leaders can join the movement of building better managers.If you are interested in learning more from Derrick, visit the Center for Management Terms and Practices, and pick up a copy of his latest book Atoms and Orchestras: The Case for Stand...
2023-05-0223 minLubar Executive Education PodcastGetting to Your Next Level - Personally and ProfessionallyIn this episode we talk with Sunitha Sandeep about improving your wellness so you can get to your next level personally and professionally. During our time together we discuss:The impact of personal trauma. How it manifests itself and how to people can work through it .How to overcome fear of burnout, anxiety, feelings of being overwhelmed.How past success can hinder getting to your next level.Measuring progress and success along your personal transformaion.If you are interested in learning more from SunithaVisit her website. Register to watch her free one hour Mast...
2023-04-2728 minLubar Executive Education PodcastTransitioning from Manager to Adaptive Change LeaderIn this episode we talk with Karuna Ramanathan about making the transition from being a manger to an adaptive team leader to help your organization truly transform. During our time together we discuss:What has fundamentally changed over the last 3-5 years when it comes to planning and executing change.Top issues confronting leaders at this time and how to approach them.The importance of using influence instead of relying control all the time.Making a personal transformation as a manager to an adaptive team leader so you can then help your organization, including areas to foc...
2023-04-1827 minLubar Executive Education PodcastPlanning The Third Act Of Your LifeIn this episode we talk with Ken Stearns about ways to plan out and make your transition from working full time to the "third act of your career and life". During our time together we discuss:What it's like being an expatriate.Key learnings for leaders from working as a global executive and living in different parts of the world.The importance of being a good communicator, especially when working with a translator.The value of surrounding yourself with who are younger and less tenured than you.Advice on shifting from working at a corporate job to...
2023-04-0531 minLubar Executive Education PodcastStrengthening Your Personal Resilience And The Resilience Of Your OrganizationIn this episode we talk with Tyler Pigott, professional speaker, sought-after business coach and founder/CEO of Lone Fir Creative, about ways to strengthen not only yor personal resilience but the resilience of your organization. During our time together we discuss:Ways to start building your personal resilience.How you can show up as your best self when actively dealing with and processing challenges (worry, fear, anxiety).The importance of paying attention to what is causing stress and getting a proper amount of sleep, movement, and nutrition so you can perform at your best.Ways to be...
2023-03-2841 minLubar Executive Education PodcastUsing Disruption To Set Your Organization Apart From The CompetitionIn this episode we talk with Dennis Kelly, CEO of Postalytics, about setting your organization apart from the competition by causing disruption in your industry. During our time together we discuss :Where opportunities for disruption exist.How to set out to cause disruption in your industry and bring the idea to life.The importance of timing when it comes to causing disruption.Best practices and pitfalls to watch out for when attempting to disrupt your industry.If you are interested in learning more about a real life example of disruption visit Postalytics.com or reach ou...
2023-03-2314 minLubar Executive Education PodcastDifferentiating Yourself and Helping Others Through Thought LeadershipIn this episode we sit down with Ben Albert, founder of Real Business Connections, a network of podcasts containing real conversations with extraordinary business people making a noteworthy difference in our world! During our time together, we talk about ways you can build a strong personal brand, network, and differentiate yourself while helping others at the same time by becoming a thought leader. Highlights of our conversation include:Using the "CAN" approach to build out your network and strengthen your personal brandHow to get started as a thought leader even if you are strapped fo...
2023-03-1417 minLubar Executive Education PodcastCreating and Maintaining Psychological Safety in Your OrganizationIn this episode we talk with Stephan Wiedner, psychological safety expert whose passion for unleashing the collective potential of people has led him to cofound Noomii.com, the global leader in delivering psychological safety-based coaching, helping small, medium and large companies that want to improve team and leader effectiveness, leveraging the latest in human performance based research.During our time together we discuss :What is psychological safety?Assessing the level of psychological safety in your organization.Best practices to build and maintain higher levels of psychological safety in your organization.The correlation between psychological safety and i...
2023-03-0215 minLubar Executive Education PodcastOvercoming a Rock Bottom Moment And Getting Back On TrackIn this episode we talk with Erick Rheam, a professional speaker and author of Rise Above Chaos, The Five Principles To Discover Significance and Live in Peace During our time together we discuss :What is means to live a life of significanceWhy everyone should pursue a life of significanceFinding your "Why"How busy leaders can take better control of their days and lives so they can prevent burnoutHow to respond to a "rock bottom moment" in your life.Addressing conflict in relationshipsThe most important thing leaders need to know about organizationsIf you are interested i...
2023-02-2128 minLubar Executive Education Podcast9 Leadership Tenets for Every Leader - Part 2This is part 2 of our talk with Dan Kopp, author of The Power of Me Leadership: 9 Leadership Tenets for EVERY Leader During our time together we quickly revisit what we covered in part one and then discuss his remaining tenets of leadership:Being Beyond ReproachTrust Your GutActions Speak Louder Than WordsIdentify inequity and fix itAccountabilityOwn ItAs a special thank you to our audience, click here to email Dan for information and a discount on an 8-week small group coaching program he is leading, starting in March 2023. (Mention Lubar Executive Education Podcast when reaching out to r...
2023-02-1427 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThriving, not just surviving, as a leaderIn this episode we talk with Catherine Llewellyn, host of the Truth & Transcendence podcast, about principles and themes for Strategic Self-Mastery.During our time together we discuss :What is self-mastery and how do you build this capability?Overcoming imposter syndrome.Focusing your efforts to make a significant difference personally and professionally.The type of people leaders need to learn to work with.The most important thing leaders need to know about organizations.If you are interested in hearing more from Catherine, please visit her podcast - Truth & Transcendence
2023-01-3124 minLubar Executive Education Podcast9 Leadership Tenets for Every Leader - Part 1In this episode we sit down with Dan Kopp, author of The Power of Me Leadership: 9 Leadership Tenets for EVERY Leader to discuss what "Me Leadership" is, along with some of Dan's thoughts about key aspects of authentic leadership which include:During our time together we discuss what it means to :Be the buffaloTake care of your peopleLead like King ArthurAs a special thank you to our audience, click here to email Dan for information and a discount on an 8-week small group coaching program he is leading, starting in March 2023. (Mention Lubar Executive Ed...
2023-01-1025 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Simplest and Most Important Skill a Leader Must Possess To Be SuccessfulIn this episode we talk with Lawrence Krubner, author of One on one meetings are underrated; Group meetings waste time about the simplest and most important skill a leader must possess to be successful, conducting a one-on-one meeting. During our time together we discuss :How to get the basics of communication right. (asking questions, drilling down into specifics, when to praise vs. criticize, when to be aggressive and when to back off, etc.)When should you schedule a group meeting?How social events are different than group meetings and the value they can yield.How to de...
2022-12-2024 minLubar Executive Education PodcastAutomating MarketingIn this episode we talk with Michelle Nedelec, founder of Awareness Strategies about helping business owners and leaders understand digital marketing and automation so that they can regain the freedom and profits that they went into business to discover. During our time together we discuss :How marketing automation can help leaders who don't have the expertise or resources to support a marketing team.Identifying the types of marketing activities should you be looking to automate and which ones you might want to stay away from.Responding to the thought that automated marketing is too impersonal for y...
2022-11-1023 minLubar Executive Education PodcastSeeking Your Highest and Best Use As a LeaderIn this episode we talk with Robert Jordan, co-founder and head of the leadership team at InterimExecs. Robert is also the author of the recently published book titled, RIGHT LEADER, RIGHT TIME: Discover Your Leadership Style for a Winning Career.During our time together we discuss :The most common mistakes leaders make regardless of the type of industry or organization.How to determine which of four leadership styles you default to and then how to make the most of that information. (take the free assessment here)The three commonalities shared among great leaders.When to lean o...
2022-10-2717 minLubar Executive Education PodcastLeveraging the Power of Servant LeadershipIn this episode we talk with Irina Poddubnia, founder of TrackMage.com, a firm dedicated specializing in optimizing Operations and Processes to help organizations boost sales and simplify the customer experience, about the benefits of being a servant leader.During our time together we discuss :What servant leadership is.When to use servant leadership vs. command and control.How to respond to people that think servant leadership is too soft and fuzzy.How servant leadership can be used to solve problems (big and small).What you can do today to to improve your servant leadership skills.
2022-10-1317 minLubar Executive Education PodcastEmbracing FailureIn this episode we talk with Alyssa Cox, founder of Blue Swift Consulting, a firm dedicated to helping teams and organizations navigate moments of transition big and small to reinforce the connections between people and create resilient and collaborative teams that continuously deliver sustainable and strategic impact. During our time together we discuss :How the best leaders view failure and use it as a way to learn and continuously improve.Assessing your organization's tolerance for failure and how to evolve your culture.Examples of organizations that have a healthy relationship with failureEffective communication techniques to work t...
2022-09-2930 minLubar Executive Education PodcastCreating Your Vision, Mission, Values And Aligning Everything Your Organization Does To ThemIn this episode we talk with Ian Evenstar, founder of UNINCORPORATED, the nation's #1 higher education agency, about the importance of crafting your vision, mission, and values for your organization and aligning them in everything that takes place in the organization. During our time together we discuss :The difference between a Vision and a Mission Statement, and how to create them.Setting and selecting your organization's ValuesTechniques to ensure your Vision, Mission and Values, aren't just words on a wall How to get everyone in your organization demonstrating and living the brand.Recognizing when it's time to ch...
2022-09-0834 minLubar Executive Education PodcastExcuses Don’t Count; Results RuleIn this episode we talk with Anne Bachrach, jokingly nicknamed “The Accountability Pit-Bull”, about ways to make better choices personally and professionally so we can break down limiting beliefs, accomplish what we need and want to, and attain the balance we strive for. During our time together we discuss :How the choices we make impact our life and either move us forward or keep us where we are at.The importance of slowing down at times to speed up.Using the 4-D Formula (Drop, Delay, Delegate, Do) to every activity and project.Leveraging a Prioritized Action List...
2022-08-2529 minLubar Executive Education PodcastGrowing As A Leader Through Self-ImprovementIn this episode we talk with Kevin Palmieri, founder and co-host of Next Level University a Global Top 100 Self-Improvement podcast with more than 1000 episodes reaching over half a million people in more than 125 countries. During our time together we discuss ways leaders can grow by concentrating on self-improvement:How to gain true clarity on who you are and where you want to go, regardless of you level of success in the past.The most common errors leaders make when they setting self-improvement goals. What commitment looks like when it comes to improving yourself and being a lead...
2022-08-1122 minLubar Executive Education PodcastCreating An "ONLY" Statement to Differentiate Your Organization and YourselfIn this episode we talk with returning guest on the podcast, Roy Osing, author of "Be Different or Be Dead" to go deeper into how to differentiate yourself and your organization through the use of an ONLY statementDuring our discussion we talk about:what an ONLY statement ishow to go about creating one (along with some real life examples)pitfalls to avoidIf anyone is interested in more from Roy, visit his website or send him an email (roy.osing@gmail.com).
2022-07-2830 minLubar Executive Education PodcastEngaging Your Workforce Post-PandemicIn this episode we talk with Dustin Starling, a strategic human capital consultant, about ways to engage your workforce as we move out of the pandemic. During our time together we discuss:Trends around working remotely vs. returning to a company location each day.How to approach getting your workforce "back to the office".Legal implications to be aware of if mandating people to return to the office or central location each day.Recommendations on how to engage your workforce so they want to collaborate with coworkers in personAdvantages and disadvantages of recruiting for positions that c...
2022-07-1428 minLubar Executive Education PodcastMaking the Most of Your Boardroom PresentationsIn this episode we talk with Brenden Kumarasamy, founder of Master Talk, about how to become a better communicator and presenter so when you get the chance to be in front of senior leadership, the board of directors, or any group, you are successful. During our time together we discuss:Why so many people struggle with public speaking.How to plan and prepare for an executive level presentation (in-person and remote delivery too) Best practices for group presentationsThree ways to improve your communication and presentation skills that you can do every day in just a few minut...
2022-06-3021 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHow Leaders Work Through Conflict and Head It Off When PossibleIn this episode Candice Gottlieb-Clark, author of the bestselling leadership book titled Find, Fix, Fill Your Leadership Gap shares ways leaders can work through conflict when it arises and even head it off before it occurs. During our time together we discuss:Three pillars of success for leadersHow conflict can sometimes manifest itself without a leader knowing and grow to a boiling pointHow you can turn an arguments into productive conversationsMoving forward after a bad interaction with someone you need to work with regularlyPlease visit Candice's website to signup for her newsletter, gain access t...
2022-06-1624 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHow Leaders Can Use Stories To Create Change and Navigate ConflictIn this episode we sit down with Michael McRay, award-winning writer, storytelling and conflict consultant, trainer, and leadership coach, to explore how leaders can effectively harness the power of storytelling.During our discussion, we talk about:the importance of being a good storyteller when you are a leaderwhy stories mattercommon mistakes people make when crafting and telling storieshow to use stories to impact change effortsusing stories to keep conflict productive and healthy If you are interested in more from Michael, please visit michaelmcray.com/free for two free resources. The four most common mist...
2022-06-0230 minLubar Executive Education PodcastCreating Value As A LeaderIn this episode we talk with Dr. William Attaway, author of "CATALYTIC LEADERSHIP: 12 Keys To Becoming An Intentional Leader Who Makes A Difference" about ways you can create value as a leader by inspiring and inciting change, and leading intentionally. During our discussion we talk about:the myth that experience alone makes you betterhow to effectively evaluate your experience so you can grow as a leaderthe importance of having a personal leadership growth planhow to coach and lead intentionallyTo obtain a free copy of Dr. Attaway's book visit https://www.catalyticleadershipbook.com/...
2022-05-1913 minLubar Executive Education PodcastAudacious Leadership - Why it’s absolutely critical to your organization’s success.In this episode we talk with Roy Osing, author of "Be Different or Be Dead" about practical ways to differentiate your organization and lead your teams to higher levels of success.During our discussion we talk about:four key principles of audacious leadershipan ingenious way to differentiate your organizationhow long you should spend creating a strategic planthe importance of Servant Leadership and taking care of your customersIf anyone is interested in more from Roy, visit his website or send him an email (roy.osing@gmail.com).
2022-05-0552 minLubar Executive Education PodcastUsing LinkedIn To Get Results Personally And For Your OrganizationIn this episode we talk with Daniel Alfon, author of "Build a LinkedIn Profile for Business Success". Daniel opened his LinkedIn account in early 2004 and has since helped thousands of entrepreneurs and consultants grow their business.During our discussion we talk about:connection strategies to get real-life introductionscommon mistakes people make when trying to use LinkedIN to make connectionsthe pros and cons of cultivating a large network vs. a network of people you actually know the difference between your personal LinkedIN profile and company page and how to leverage both effectivelyselecting the right metrics to followhow of...
2022-04-1421 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHow to Advance Into Retirement SeamlesslyIn this episode we talk with Eric Brotman, CEO of BFG financial advisors, and host of the podcast Don’t Retire….Graduate about not only the importance of achieving financial freedom but advancing into retirement seamlessly. During our discussion we talk about:the concept of graduating instead of retreating into retirement how to think about and plan for your transition to retirementwhat to do in the different stages of your life/career to prepare for graduating into retirementwhat to do if you are a little behind in planning for your retirementthe role of the leader...
2022-03-2818 minLubar Executive Education PodcastSimplifying EntrepreneurshipIn this episode we talk with Pete Mohr, life-long multipreneur and business coach about ways entrepreneurs and business leaders can eliminate the frustrations and chaos that challenge many people.During our discussion we talk about:making time to work on your business not in your businessthe difference between "management" and "leadership" decisionsusing the five "Ps" of Business (Promise, Product, Process, People, and Profit!)the importance of aligning your workforce and communicating your vision and missioncreating systems that save time, stress, energy, and money leveraging the "Wheel of Momentum" to turn your business int...
2022-02-2118 minLubar Executive Education PodcastEssential Skills for Success That No One Taught YouIn this episode we talk with Mark Herschberg, author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You, about the essential skills for success that nobody taught you, why this phenomenon exists, and what you can do to bridge the skills gap for yourself and others around you.During our discussion we talk about:what skills aren't taught in most schools and whywho's responsibility it is to develop these skillsthe benefit to leaders and their organizations in helping people develop these skillsthe benefits of peer learning in helping people develop new skills...
2022-01-2624 minLubar Executive Education PodcastAttracting and Engaging Talent In An Increasingly Digital WorldIn this episode we talk with Prantik Mazumdar about recruiting, hiring, and retaining people for digital roles in your organization. We also talk about ways to effectively to lead in an increasingly digital world.
2022-01-2646 minLubar Executive Education PodcastNew Year's Resolutions - A historical perspective and tips for your 2022 goalsIn this episode, we look back at the history of New Year's Resolutions and provide some tips to help you craft, share, and achieve what you want in 2022!
2022-01-0315 minLubar Executive Education PodcastSharing Your Organization's Value With the World In this episode we talk with Gordon Van Wechel, founder of The Alchemy Consulting Group, about ways you can communicate the value your organization brings to customers. During our time together, we discuss:The core marketing challenge all business faceThe value of online and offline marketing Establishing and maintaining your online presenceThe importance of having a properly built web pageThings to consider when investing in Search Engine OptimizationDetermining your organization’s investment in marketing and tracking return on investmentAs a special bonus, Gordon is also offering a free digital download of his best selling book Core...
2021-12-1620 minLubar Executive Education PodcastInnovating Profitably In All Areas of Your OrganizationIn this episode, I talk with Bruno Pesec co-founder of the Norwegian Founder Institute, the world’s premier idea-stage accelerator and startup launch program, about ways leaders can innovate profitably in their organization. After taking a moment to clarify what innovation is we discuss,.Why organizations fail to achieve returns on their investments in innovationThe three things you can do to minimize the fear and risk of taking on a new innovation initiative How to properly measure innovation efforts of your workforceThe role of the leader when it comes to innovation in your organizationFor more...
2021-12-0729 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHow leaders demonstrate trust and empower their peopleIn this episode, I talk with Kyle Sullivan, lifelong learner, mindset coach, keynote speaker, and founder of Unleash the Champ, about ways to build trust and empower your team. In addition to providing his advice on building trust, Kyle shares.The 7 words you can use to demonstrate you trust your peopleThe 2 words you can use when your team members ask you what they should do to solve a problem or challengeHow great leaders approach difficult conversationsHow to navigate a difficult conversation that isn't going wellHow people and organizations can break free of their hesitation to embark o...
2021-11-2221 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHarnessing the power of entrepreneurship in your organization to find success in a VUCA world.In this episode, I talk with Anwar Jumabhoy, a keynote speaker, facilitator, coach and co-author of 9 Entrepreneurisms: Management Practice for a VUCA World. Everyone has natural entrepreneurial spirit within them and yet we sometimes feel like we have to check that spirit at the door of our organizations since they aren't a startup. During our time together we talk about how leaders can harness the power of entrepreneurial spirit to meet the challenges of the (VUCA) Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous world we live in, and make your organization a great place to work.
2021-10-1927 minLubar Executive Education PodcastBuilding Confidence and Self-BeliefIn this episode, I sit down with Charlotte Crabtree, professional and corporate coach to discuss how leaders can build confidence and self-belief. During our discussion we talk about:Why self-doubt and feelings of insecurity come into our minds.How to combat imposter syndrome and manage emotions at work.Taking control of your days and positioning yourself to level up.The advantages and disadvantages of moving to a new organization.Tips for achieving success in your career and personal life. As a special bonus, click here to get a copy of Charlotte's 5 original confidence hacks...
2021-09-2726 minLubar Executive Education PodcastLeading in the Post Pandemic WorldIn this episode, we talk with Paul Glover, the No B. S. Workplace Performance Coach and author of Workquake: Making the seismic shift to a knowledge economy. During our discussion we talk about:The Great Resignation and how to combat it.The importance of Emotional Intelligence and how leaders need help identifying their blind spots that can derail their career.The power of storytelling when attempting to make an emotional connection with your audienceImplementing Self-Directed teams to engage your workforce and get more done.
2021-08-2725 minLubar Executive Education PodcastLeading From ZeroIn this episode, we talk with Dave Coffaro, author of Leading From Zero: Seven Essential Elements of Earning Relevance about the importance of starting every day with the mindset of having no customers and needing to earn each one continuously.During our discussion we talk about:why relevance matters.how everyone in your organization has a role to play in earning relevance each and every day.advice for measuring how relevant your organization is to its customers.common mistakes to avoid when seeking to earn relevance supported by real life examples of companies that didn't earn re...
2021-08-1225 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHacking Executive Leadership: Taking Command of Your Leadership JourneyIn this episode, we talk with Emily Sander, author of a new book titled Hacking Executive Leadership: Go from insecure, indecisive, and overloaded to confident, influential, and effective. Emily specializes in helping leaders get out of firefighting mode, drive their life and career progressions, and be a model of self-improvement for others around them During our time together we talk about:How leaders can differentiate themselves.Communicating effectively with others.Understanding failure loops and how they can help propel you on your leadership journey.Building confidence when making hiring decisions.
2021-08-0214 minLubar Executive Education PodcastAwakening The Dreams Of Emerging And Established LeadersIn this episode, we talk with Raven M. Harris, founder of Activate the Dream, an organization focused on helping leaders create a life that is in alignment with their dreams, vision, and goals. During our time together we talk about:What it's like to be a C-Level executive.How to lead authentically and intentionally (especially during times of extreme crisis).Finding the courage to make career transitions.How to pursue work, life harmony and also understand what "season" you are in.
2021-07-1917 minLubar Executive Education PodcastOptimizing The Impact And Volume Of Meetings In Your OrganizationIn this episode, we talk with Caterina Kostoula, founder of The Leaderpath, about ways to conduct better meetings and eliminate unnecessary meetings in your organization to free up time for everyone to get things done. During our discussion we talk about:Research that show most leaders rate the quality of their meetings much higher than their participants do . How to properly plan your meeting using the four "D"s framework.The different roles within a meeting and who should assume those roles.How to start a meeting in a way that engages everyone.How to quickly dr...
2021-07-1220 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHow to Revitalize and Restore the Communities and Economies Where We Live and WorkIn this episode we talk with Storm Cunningham, the world's thought leader on community revitalization and natural resource restoration. about how business leaders can revitalize and restore the communities and economies where we live and work. During our time together we discuss:The size and scope of the global restoration economy.How leaders of organizations can serve the community they operate in while also meeting the needs of their shareholders.The importance of strategy and good change management practices when taking on a revitalization project or initiative.For more information, visit the Reconomics Institute website.
2021-07-0613 minLubar Executive Education PodcastDelivering Effective and Engaging Business Presentations!In this episode, we sit down with Sean Tyler Foley, a published author, keynote speaker, speaker trainer, and international business advisor who helps his clients share their message with confidence During our discussion we:Dispel the myth that people are afraid of public speaking. Talk about techniques to overcome sudden onset stage fright and losing your place when you are presenting.Discuss the difference between in-person presentations and zoom presentations and what it means for your presentation.Review best practices for preparing to deliver a presentation, including how to re-engage your audience if you see you ar...
2021-06-2222 minLubar Executive Education PodcastRecognizing When You’ve Reached a Viable Solution To Your Business ChallengeIn this episode, we sit down with Thom Keehan, Founder and Managing Partner of Enterprise Kaizen to talk about solving big problems in your organization. During our discussion we address:How to get started when you first identify a problem or are handed one to solve. Decision making process guidelines to follow. The benefits and potential pitfalls of using tools and methodologies to help you.How to recognize when you have arrived at your solution.
2021-06-0821 minLubar Executive Education PodcastResponding To Big Mistakes Made By Your TeamIn this episode, Mike Markiewicz, Director of Executive Programs at the UW-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business shares some advice about how to respond when someone on your team makes a big mistake.
2021-06-0209 minLubar Executive Education PodcastReturning to the Workplace (COVID-19 Special Edition)In this episode, Annette Adams, Chief Human Resources Office at MGIC and Wendy Kamerling , Principle at Bridges Consulting discuss the complexity of bringing your workforce back to the workplace safely and equitably as social distance guidelines are eased.
2021-04-2836 minLubar Executive Education PodcastSupply Chain ResilienceIn this episode, Jeff Turmel, Director of the Supply Chain Management Institute at the UW-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business, shares an explanation of supply chain resiliency and offers some thought and advice to supply chain leaders as well as consumers about how to sense what is occurring, analyze so you can determine the best actions to take, and then adapt for the future.
2021-04-2216 minLubar Executive Education PodcastUsing After Action Reviews to Continuously ImproveIn this episode, Mike Markiewicz, Director of Executive Programs at the UW-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business explains the power of After Action Reviews and how they can be used to foster stronger trust among team members, higher levels of motivation and better overall communication and performance.
2021-04-0807 minLubar Executive Education PodcastInnovation vs. InventionIn this episode, Mike Markiewicz, Director of Executive Programs at the UW-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business explains how invention is different from innovation, and how you as a leader can spark more innovation in your organization.
2021-03-1506 minLubar Executive Education PodcastSix Storytelling Techniques Great Leaders UseIn this episode, Adam Wickersham, Director of the Lubar Executive MBA shares six techniques to create and deliver powerful stories that gain the attention of their audience and create a connection to their message.
2021-02-2316 minLubar Executive Education PodcastOrganizational Engagement - Part 2 - How Organizations Are Increasing EngagementEmployee's perceptions of your organization are critical in activating their motivation. In this episode, Dr. Jim Bohn, author of If your water cooler could talk: Organizational Engagement: Getting Beyond Employee Engagement talks about six major elements of what makes your organization tick and how his research is being put to use around the globe.
2021-02-1511 minLubar Executive Education PodcastOrganizational Engagement - Part 1 - Six Major ElementsEmployee's perceptions of your organization are critical in activating their motivation. In this episode, Dr. Jim Bohn, author of If your water cooler could talk: Organizational Engagement: Getting Beyond Employee Engagement talks about six major elements of what makes your organization tick. Ever wonder what your employees think of your organization? Do they believe your organization can accomplish the strategies you develop? Employee's perceptions of your organization are critical in activating their motivation.
2021-02-0816 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Five KPIs of Manager Value - Part 5 - QualityIn the final episode of our series on the Key Performance Indicators of Manager Value, Dave Boyer, former CEO, business owner, and chairmen of a hospital proves that improving quality KPIs adds to margins in a big way. His examples cover multiple lenses (manufacturing and healthcare) and he leaves us with three key takeaways:· Do you really know your processes? · Smart managers use cascading KPIs.· Sometimes incremental changes just won’t cut it
2021-02-0123 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Five KPIs of Manager Value - Part 4 - TurnoverIn part 4 of our series on the Key Performance Indicators of Manager Value, Emilie Poehlmann, HR Manager of OwnersEdge, talks about how to reduce turnover by 2/3 by giving each employee a magic wand to change one thing. Additional key takeaways from our conversation include:1. Do the math: Loss of time is the biggest cost, 400% of the direct costs of rehiring. 2. You have to actually care: Refining hiring, onboarding and mentoring processes reduced turnover by 2/3rds3. Culture is everything. Give employees ownership by talking to everyone individually. Listen to what they’d
2021-01-2518 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Five KPIs of Manager Value - Part 3 - ProductivityIn part 3 of our series on the Key Performance Indicators of Manager Value, Tim Stewart from the DeWitt Law Firm shares how it’s possible to double its volume and boost margins by redefining productivity metrics.Hear Tim talk about these big ideas to drive success in this episode:· Run customer assessments, so each customer gets exactly what they want· The drive to work efficiently is innate: getting productivity right is a huge motivator· Thinking hard about efficiency lets you scale up with better margins#productivity #metrics
2021-01-2020 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Five KPIs of Manager Value - Part 2 - Customer SatisfactionOur latest episode is the second of a five-part series on the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of manager value. We discuss Customer Satisfaction with Susan Dineen of ACS. Susan proves that improving this KPI correlates directly to improving the Income Statement. The cost of winning new business is often 10x that for renewals, so a team approach to Customer Satisfaction that covers the points below pays off in higher sales and lower selling costs: 1. High customer satisfaction (e.g., >4 in a 1-5 scale) was proven to help close renewal business 2. Sharing KPI data with every...
2021-01-0520 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Five KPIs of Manager Value - Part 1 - Sales GrowthThis episode is part one in a five part series on the five Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of Manager Value. hosted by Mike Markiewcz (Director of Executive Programs at the Lubar School of Business) and Derrick Van Mell (founder of the Center for Management Terms and Practices). The first KPI we cover is Sales Growth and we interview Kevin Hickman, Senior Client Executive with Nexus Solutions, based in Madison, WI share thoughts about the importance of KPIs and real life examples of how they can help an organization.
2020-12-1522 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe Enigma of Mental EnduranceMental endurance is the key to dealing with all of the challenging situations and problems we face. Hear Major General Vikram Dev Dogra, one of India’s most decorated and respected Army Generals and motivational speaker, share how mental endurance has helped him work through challenging situations along with tips and techniques to develop and enhance your own mental endurance so you are prepared for any challenge that presents itself. #mentalendurance #resilience #emotionalintelligence #leadership #LubarExecPrograms.
2020-11-0315 minLubar Executive Education PodcastOptimizing Your Sales Pipeline During COVID-19This episode is a replay of a recent event hosted by Lubar Executive Education on Optimizing Your Sales Pipeline During COVID-19.As the coronavirus crisis continues to create unprecedented uncertainty, it’s critical that companies figure out how to protect and increase revenues—not default to just containing or cutting costs. Sales teams must be especially careful about how they come across in the current climate. Nobody wants to be perceived as attempting to profit from this crisis, but you still need to sell and prevent your pipeline from falling apart. Hear leaders from across the US discu...
2020-10-151h 20Lubar Executive Education PodcastWhat does it mean for companies to "get back to work"?This episode is a replay of a recent event hosted by Lubar Executive Education on managing a remote workforce. Being proficient at managing remote employees requires a mental leap, especially for traditionally-minded managers. Managing remote workers takes a new skill set, and employees may feel out of sorts in the beginning, as they adjust to significant shifts in their days.Hear a panel of experts discuss best practices to employ so you can manage your remote workforce successfully.Moderator:Oliver Degnan, (EMBA ’19), Founder & CEO of MoreTalentPanelists:Dr. Bill Mit...
2020-09-2258 minLubar Executive Education PodcastManagerial Power - A Conversation with Derrick Van MellIn this episode, Derrick Van Mell from the Center for Management Terms and Practices and discusses the topic of managerial power. We cover what happens when power is used incorrectly and offer a framework and examples of how power can be used for maximum impact.
2020-09-1619 minLubar Executive Education PodcastUsing Emerging Technologies in Your Organization - A Conversation with Neal SampleIn this episode, Neal Sample, Chief Information Officer at Northwestern Mutual shares his thoughts on the latest trends for emerging technologies, benefits of investing in emerging technologies, and how to get started pursuing these for your organization.
2020-09-1023 minLubar Executive Education PodcastReferrals Are Not RoutineIn this episode, Dave Wallace, Amazon #1 bestselling author and founder, owner, and Chief Status Quo Prosecutor of Bay Ridge Consulting Group shares his thoughts on how to make the most of the referrals you get from clients.
2020-09-0103 minLubar Executive Education PodcastProductivity of Remote Workers (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode, Mike Markiewicz, Director of Executive Programs at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business, discusses whether or not productivity levels of remote working seen early on during COVID-19 can be sustained for the long term.
2020-08-2713 minLubar Executive Education PodcastAvoiding Employee Burnout (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode, Mike Markiewicz, Director of Executive Programs at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business provides some research and tips on how to prevent employee burnout as working from home continues due to COVID-19.
2020-07-2808 minLubar Executive Education PodcastContingency Navigator- Learn to maintain business continuity in times of disruptionRecent events have hammered home how important contingency planning is to protecting your core business from disruptions large or small. In this episode, Mike Markiewicz, Director, Executive Programs is joined by Karen Hung, Founder and CEO of Silver Rock Consulting, to discuss a new four-session series available called the Contingency Navigator that will walk you through a detailed and thoughtful planning process to ensure preparedness and continuity in your business.
2020-07-0804 minLubar Executive Education PodcastWhat Makes a Successful Leader?In this episode, Adam Wickersham, Director of the Executive MBA program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business takes a look at leaders from history and provides some lessons about what makes a successful leader and can bring about failure.
2020-07-0612 minLubar Executive Education PodcastWhy Do People Make Poor Financial Decisions?In this episode, Dick Marcus, Professor of Corporate Economics and Finance at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee provides an introduction to Behavioral Economics and explains why people sometimes make poor financial decisions. #decisionmaking #leadership #management #LubarExecPrograms
2020-06-2913 minLubar Executive Education PodcastPreparing your IT group for Phase 2 of COVID-19In this episode, Mark Settle, a seven time CIO, two time author, three time CIO 100 award winner, and friend of the Lubar School of Business shares some steps that IT leaders should be taking to prepare their teams for the next phase COVID-19.
2020-06-2210 minLubar Executive Education PodcastWhy Inaccurate Analytics Are Acceptable (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode, we use COVID-19 data to highlight why data models are mostly inaccurate, why that’s ok, and how you as a leader can make good decisions with the data models in your business. Our featured speaker is Tim Rutherford, business consultant and adjunct faculty member at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Sheldon B. Lubar school of business.
2020-06-0811 minLubar Executive Education PodcastClient Retention StrategyIn this episode, Dave Wallace, Amazon #1 bestselling author and founder, owner, and Chief Status Quo Prosecutor of Bay Ridge Consulting Group discusses how efforts to land new customers can potentially impede your ability to keep existing customers.
2020-06-0105 minLubar Executive Education PodcastWhat Your Employees Need From You To Be Productive (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode, Jane Dolan, Founder of Jedi Consulting and adjunct faculty member at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business talks about what employees are looking for from their managers to be productive and how managers can leverage their emotional intelligence to lead.
2020-05-2603 minLubar Executive Education PodcastThe New Normal (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode hear Adam Wickersham, Director of the Executive MBA Program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Sheldon B. Lubar School of business make a call to action for ethical behavior and decision making by business leaders not only now during COVID-19 but always regardless of the situation.
2020-05-1809 minLubar Executive Education PodcastYour Mother Will Lie To YouIn this episode, listen to Brian Thompson, Director of the Lubar Entrepreneurship Center at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and President of the UWM Research Foundation, share a key element of the lean launch approach that provides useful insights for any organization exploring an idea in the marketplace or managing transformation inside the organization.
2020-05-1106 minLubar Executive Education PodcastLeveraging Your Personal Grit (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode, Annette Adams, Sr. Vice President, HR - Center of Expertise at Kohl's talks about using your personal "grit" to help lead yourself and others through challenges.
2020-05-0407 minLubar Executive Education PodcastSwiss Cheese Leadership - NFL Draft EditionIn this episode, Adam Wickersham, Director of Executive MBA Program at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business, talks about building and leading teams through the lens of the NFL Draft.
2020-04-2306 minLubar Executive Education PodcastSelling in the Virtual Space (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode, Dave Wallace, Amazon #1 bestselling author and founder, owner, and Chief Status Quo Prosecutor of Bay Ridge Consulting Group shares the three things you and your sales force should be focusing on to provide value to customers.
2020-04-2206 minLubar Executive Education PodcastCrisis Management - First Stabilize, Then Transform (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode, Allan Klotsche, President of National Business Furniture and Executive-In-Residence at the UW-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business, shares a simple and effective roadmap for small business owners to use when managing through a crisis situation.
2020-04-2006 minLubar Executive Education PodcastHow Executives Achieve and Maintain Wellness (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode, Mike Markiewicz, Director of Executive Programs at the UW-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business, shares thoughts and examples of how leaders can maintain personal wellness so they can effectively manage themselves, their teams, and their organizations during good times and challenging ones.
2020-04-1407 minLubar Executive Education PodcastAre there Spiderwebs on your OctopusSilo and Matrix organizations can cause problems to your bottom line. Listen in to see how they can actually work to your benefit.
2020-04-0311 minLubar Executive Education PodcastEmpty Grocery Shelves and the Bullwhip Effect (COVID-19 special edition)In this episode, Jeff Turmel, Director of the Supply Chain Management Institute at the UW-Milwaukee Sheldon B. Lubar School of Business, shares an explanation of the Bullwhip Effect as it relates to challenges we are experiencing with grocery shopping during COVID-19.
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