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The Story in Your HeadWhy Most Leaders Fail to Scale – And How to Build a Company Culture That DoesIn this episode of “The Story in Your Head,” Ron Macklin and Deb Dendy talk with Fred Neil, Founder and CEO of Magellan Venture Partners, about what it really takes to grow your business – and yourself. Learn how to escape the day-to-day, avoid common leadership blind spots, and build a company culture that thrives without burning out its founder. Through a thoughtful conversation rooted in experience and strategy, they dig into how leadership development, strategic delegation, and company culture can help CEOs and business owners unlock sustainable growth.Embark on a transformative journey with 'The Story in Your H...2025-07-1643 minThe Story in Your HeadWhy Great Leaders Surround Themselves with DisagreementIn this episode of “The Story in Your Head,” Ron Macklin and Deb Dendy explore the surprising leadership strategy that top performers use to grow: surrounding themselves with disagreement. Learn how building a “challenge network” can elevate your leadership development, transform company culture, and drive better decisions—both personally and professionally. If you’ve ever felt stuck in an echo chamber, this conversation will challenge your thinking and show you how real growth starts with discomfort.Embark on a transformative journey with 'The Story in Your Head' podcast, where we delve into the power of narratives in shaping our...2025-07-0224 min
Founders FutureThe 7-Step Method Transforming Workplace Culture (Without HierarchyIn this episode of Founders, Future, with host Jae Encarnacion, we meet Ron Macklin, founder of Macklin Connection, who transformed decades of leadership experience—from setting world records in nuclear plant operations to building award-winning workplace cultures—into a revolutionary 7-step method for team transformation. Ron shares how his journey began with a losing football team and evolved into a mission to help organizations unlock 100% of their team’s potential by replacing fear with authentic connection. His biology-based approach helps mid-sized companies ($20M–$100M revenue) shift from hierarchical leadership to collective creativity, where every team member can lead in their mo...2025-06-2122 minThe Story in Your HeadThe Power of Radical Candor in Building Trust and ConnectionWelcome to "The Story in Your Head" podcast with Ron Macklin and Deb Dendy. In this episode of “The Story in Your Head,” Ron and Deb delve into how radical candor can build trust, while showing care for others by challenging them directly. The explore how this can foster a culture of openness and growth, and how radical candor can transform workplace dynamics by creating deeper connections and trust among colleagues.The Power of Radical Candor in Building Trust and Connection In today's fast-paced business environment, the ab...2025-04-0925 min
Business Growth Architect Show: Founders of the FutureEp #159: Ron Macklin: We Make Up Stories – And They Shape UsHad an AHA or Insight? Share it:The stories in your head shape your reality—are they helping or holding you back? Ron Macklin reveals how our subconscious narratives directly impact our success, relationships, and business. Is the story in your head true or not? Find out today!Have you ever felt like an invisible force is holding you back and you can’t quite put your finger on what it is? Chances are, it’s the story you’re telling yourself. Ron Macklin joins us in this episode of the Business Growth A...2025-02-1030 min
The Small Business Safari[Revisiting] Maximizing Business Valuation and Exploring Growth Strategies with Rob MacklinSend us a textRob Macklin KNOWS mergers and acquisitions having done over 200 of them. He shares his knowledge RIGHT OFF BAT! Here we go! Depending on your exit strategy or planning, you will need to structure your business and personal finances to make it easier for someone to ‘see’ how well you are performing. They are also looking for how to use your platform to grow quicker and be more profitable. When you listen to this episode, I guarantee you will look at your business differently and will act on at least one piece of advice that...2025-02-0454 min
The Dump N' Chase: A Hockey PodcastNHL Calder Trophy: Three Horse Race? Macklin Celebrini, Lane Hutson, Matvei Michkov | Dump N' ChaseIn this edition of the Dump N' Chase Podcast, Dylan Robillard, Nolan Chard, and Cale Hayes welcome a new guest to the podcast, Sophie Sciascia.
The show's main focus is the action-packed Calder Trophy race that has come down to a three-horse race with a few players creeping up on the leaders. Macklin Celebrini, Lane Hutson and Matvei Michkov lead the way, with Dustin Wolf making a case for himself. They also discuss the Pittsburgh Penguins fire sale, Connor McDavid's and Tyler Myers' three-game suspensions, Ryan Poehling's concussion, NHL cover athletes and continue the Dump N' Answer...2025-01-2447 min
Wealthy Wellthy Podcast#314 From Burnout to Bliss: Reclaiming Joy in a High-Performance World with Ron MacklinWatch & Subscribe on YouTubeAre you feeling trapped in a cycle of constant achievement, always chasing the next big goal but never truly feeling satisfied or fulfilled?In this eye-opening episode of "The Story in Your Head" podcast, host Ron Macklin sits down with Krisstina, a former high-achieving entrepreneur who experienced a profound transformation after a health crisis forced her to reevaluate her priorities and identity.Krisstina shares her journey from being a "super performer" constantly seeking external validation to embracing a life of meaning, connection, and joy. She discusses the cultural narratives...2025-01-2139 min
Leadership Is Changing690: Highlights 2024 (ft. Ron Macklin and Chad Hufford)How can leaders conquer fear, foster authentic relationships, and lead with purpose in a world that demands constant adaptation? Host Denis Gianoutsos revisits the most impactful moments from 2024, featuring insights from Ron Macklin and Chad Hufford. Ron shares how overcoming fear and building trust transformed his leadership journey, while Chad offers a fresh perspective on financial stewardship and purposeful living. These highlights are a powerful reminder of what it takes to thrive as a leader in challenging times.Are you ready to embrace these lessons and step confidently into 2025? Tune in and discover how these insights can...2025-01-1220 min
The FAN Hockey ShowCelebrini’s Return with Tyler Toffoli + Ron Hextall’s Stanely Cup MemoriesMatt Marchese and Mike Futa open The FAN Hockey Show with San Jose Sharks forward Tyler Toffoli, who discusses the team's current state, his Stanley Cup experience, his decision to join the Sharks, Macklin Celebrini’s return and how his training program has evolved. Next, NHL executive, VP, and Director of Hockey Operations Colin Campbell (21:27) joins Matt and Mike to talk about the status of the NHL and how teams use their tactics to win and cope with player suspensions. Later, former NHL goaltender Ron Hextall (48:54) joins the show to discuss his stint with the Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Pe...2024-11-061h 11
Restaurant Unstoppable with Eric Cacciatore1118: Ron Macklin, CVO of Macklin Connection & Author of Everyone Is AfraidRon Macklin is the CVO of Macklin Connection, which focuses on professional development and connection, and he is the author of Everyone is Afraid: A Fable of Fear, Friendship, and Flourishing, as well as the host of The Story in Your Head podcast. In this episode, Ron will present the 7 steps to becoming a better connector. Today's sponsors: DashTrack: Dashtrack is an award-winning restaurant websites with unmatched 24/7 support. Effortless updates, AI-powered SEO, and commission-free ordering. Schedule your free site consultation today! Meez: Are you a chef, owner, operator, or manage recipes in professional...2024-09-161h 38
Live from Pawnee: A Parks and Recreation Fan Rewatch PodcastS07E10 - The Johnny Karate Super Awesome Musical Explosion ShowThis week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where Andy and Ben are knighted! This is an episode that nearly defies description, and is unlike ANY other episode in the entire series ... it truly stands alone. Things get very meta as we actually watch an entire show within a show ... specifically, the final episode of Andy's "Johnny Karate" show! At the start of the show, we learn that Andy ... er, I mean, Johnny Karate ... had his guitar stolen! This is very bad, as this is what he uses to sing both The Welcome Song and The Good-bye Song...2024-07-022h 06
The BuildersRon Macklin - Mastering the Art of Connection: How Our Stand Impacts Our RelationshipsIn this fascinating episode, host Matt delves into the intricacies of human connection with guest Ron Macklin. From the fluidity of personal growth to the foundational ways we can improve our relationships, this conversation unpacks Ron's journey from an engineer to an author and thought leader in communication and relationship building. Ron introduces his "Macklin Method," a framework designed to establish trustful connections both personally and professionally.
Ron elaborates on the transformative power rooted in understanding our "stand" – our core beliefs and reactions – and how acknowledging this stand affects our interactions. The discussion later shifts to Ron's writ...2024-05-2847 min
Time To Shine TodayLiving in Awe: Embracing Life's Wonders and Embodying Passion" 🌌✨🔥 TTST Interview with Ron MacklinShow NotesIntroducing Ron Macklin a Husband, Father, Son, Recovering Engineer, Student, Leader/Guide, Entrepreneur, Investor, Human, Minus Self, and Passionate about life. Someone that is in awe that we are living and in wonder for how life works. Quote: "Take responsibility for your actions and embrace the consequences. It is through this ownership that true growth and transformation occur." - Ron MacklinFergie’s Top 10+ Knowledge Nuggets and Take-Aways:Create a story for e...2024-03-2840 minLeadership Is Changing554: Step into Your Fear - Ron MacklinDo you hesitate to raise your hand for leadership opportunities? The fear of failure holds many people back from stepping up. But leadership abilities will soon be required of us all. How can we move past self-doubt and embrace our inner leader?Join Denis Gianoutsos as he interviews Ron Macklin, president of Macklin Connection, about overcoming fear to unlock leadership potential. They dive into why people are reluctant to lead, how to intentionally shape organizational culture, how to retain engaged employees through constant coaching, and why developing leadership skills will be a responsibility for everyone in the...2024-02-1831 min
The Business Strategist With Adam StrongEngineering Success Through Vulnerability: Exploring Fear and Leadership with Ron MacklinWhat’s the secret to creating a high performance team? On today’s podcast we have Ron Macklin who is an author and leadership expert and has spent over 20 years studying and implementing effective team-building strategies. He is the creator of the Macklin Connection Method and the founder of Macklin Connection, a company that helps organisations build strong and successful teams. Ron has a degree in engineering and has led teams that set world records and won numerous awards for customer satisfaction. His new book, “Everyone is Afraid: A Fable of Fear, Friendship, and Flouris...2024-01-2552 min
Wealthy Wellthy PodcastNew Year, Bold Goals: A Journey w/ Ron MacklinI'm excited to give you this special New Year’s episode of the Wealthy Wellthy Podcast. My dear friend, colleague, successful entrepreneur and coach Ron Macklin, joins me for a deep conversation about setting and fulfilling meaningful goals for the new year. Ron and I met years ago as we journeyed through the Aji Network under the mentorship of Toby Hecht, and since then, Ron and I have collaborated on numerous projects. Our enduring friendship and shared experiences have deeply enriched both our personal and professional lives. During this conversation, we dive deep into Ron's life...2024-01-011h 11
Late Starters ClubNormalizing Fear with Ron MacklinIn this episode, I talk with Ron Macklin, founder of Macklin Connection, bestselling author, and entrepreneur. Through a unique mid-life transition, Ron left his career as an engineer to pursue a role as a coach, primarily focusing on team building in organizations. We talk about the importance of acknowledging and embracing fear in the professional environment, underlining that everyone is afraid and it is normal. In his book, 'Everyone is Afraid, a Fable of Fear, Friendship and Flourishing’, Ron uses a story to help people to notice that they're not alone because they're afraid. 2023-12-1832 min
The Chris Voss ShowThe Chris Voss Show Podcast – Everyone Is Afraid: A Fable of Fear, Friendship, and Flourishing by Ron Macklin
Everyone Is Afraid: A Fable of Fear, Friendship, and Flourishing by Ron Macklin
2023-11-1042 min
The Small Business SafariMaximizing Business Valuation and Exploring Growth Strategies with Rob MacklinSend us a textRob Macklin KNOWS mergers and acquisitions having done over 200 of them. He shares his knowledge RIGHT OFF BAT! Here we go! Depending on your exit strategy or planning, you will need to structure your business and personal finances to make it easier for someone to ‘see’ how well you are performing. They are also looking for how to use your platform to grow quicker and be more profitable. When you listen to this episode, I guarantee you will look at your business differently and will act on at least one piece of advice that...2023-10-1053 min
Your Brand AmplifiedBreaking World Records and Transforming Power Generation: A Conversation with Ron MacklinHave you ever wondered what it’s like to break nine world records and transform a power generation outage from a 30-day process to just nine days? Join us as we get up close and personal with Ron Macklin, an engineer turned author, who has done just that! Our exciting journey spans from Ron's humble beginnings on a farm in Wichita, KS, where he met his wife in high school, to his intriguing transition from engineering to power generation maintenance. All accompanied by stories of setting world records, that provide fascinating insights on teamwork and leadership.In th...2023-09-2628 min
Podcasting Made SimpleThe Power of Empathy in Podcasting | Ron MacklinEstablishing a connection with listeners requires that podcast guests show up to record with hosts from a state of empathy. In this episode, Ron Macklin shares that empathy is the key to creating a dialogue that the audience can't stop listening to. By being an empathic guest, you position yourself to impact listeners' lives, ultimately leading to more collaborations and connections. Get ready to raise your impact as a podcast guest!MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/246Key Moments:00:00:15 - The Power...2023-09-2611 min
Great Dad Talks59. Building Authentic Connections with Ron MacklinGet ready for an inspiring conversation on this episode of Great Dad Talks with Ron Macklin. Ron shares the power of building trust and connections with others and his personal journey of making mistakes, learning from them, and ultimately developing a set of principles that guide him in building meaningful relationships. From understanding the importance of authenticity to the transformative power of storytelling, this episode explores how to create a safe and open space for genuine connection.Learn more about Ron's principles and techniques for creating meaningful relationships by visiting his website, macklinconnection.comVisit these...2023-09-2035 min
Truth & TranscendenceEp 110: Ron Macklin - Way of Being & the Macklin MethodWay of Being & the Macklin MethodRon realised early in his engineering career that he had a passion for building and leading teams. And he realised that to succeed, he needed to build a deep network of support. He needed to learn why people connect and how they create results together. This realisation led him on a 30-year journey that culminated in the creation of the 7-step Macklin Method and the launch of Macklin Connection. Ron earned a degree in engineering from Kansas State University and quickly grew into leadership p...2023-09-011h 11
Leave Better: Conversations of Impact for Business and LifeCaring for Aging Parents with Ron Macklin and Macklin ConnectionWelcome to another episode of the Leave Better podcast where I interview entrepreneurial high performers, gleaning from their wisdom, practical routines, habits, and mindsets.In episode 57, I am pleased to interview Ron Macklin of Macklin Connection, a B2B regarding communication and team retention. In the coaching section we talk about the difficulty of having elderly parents and how to work with their pushback regarding changes that may need to happen in the near future.macklinconnection.comron@macklinconnection.com(For this season, we are departing from our us...2023-07-2328 min
Balanced Growth Show with Dr. Travis ParryBuilding Connections and Finding Balance with Ron Macklin Today we are joined by Ron Macklin, father, husband, and founder of Macklin Connection. Ron is the owner of multiple real estate businesses, a developer for large-scale renewable energy projects, a podcaster and soon-to-be author. In this episode, Ron shares the story of his entrepreneurial journey, revealing the keys to his success - The Macklin Method - a strategy he developed over several years, to build meaningful connections across various backgrounds. We explore the power of word-of-mouth business growth, the challenges of rapidly changing marketing landscapes, and how to maintain balance amidst it all. 2023-07-1823 minLive from Pawnee: A Parks and Recreation Fan Rewatch PodcastS05E22 - Are You Better Off?This week Mark and Allen break down the Episode where we see the triumphant return of Bert Macklin, FBI! Founder's Week is a yearly celebration of all things Pawnee, and to prepare for the momentous day, Leslie brings her entire staff to Ron's cabin in the woods for a brainstorming session. As Leslie encourages everyone to focus and rid themselves of distractions, Tom is still dealing with the train wreck that is his girlfriend Mona-Lisa. Leslie hosts a Founder's Week public forum to help celebrate her first year in office as a Pawnee city councilwoman. To kick things off...2023-03-281h 22
Behind The NumbersRecognizing the Stories in Our Head - Ron Macklin2023-03-1828 min