"Diversity, equity, and inclusion are all about respecting and considering one another's differences." Brenda Clegg, Episode 119

How are leaders embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion? And how can you create an atmosphere of belonging for everyone in your organization? Brenda Clegg is here to break down the meaning of DEI and share the first steps leaders can take to uphold these values. Brenda is a certified Diversity Executive and Certified Human Resource … Read more

We're using tools to help people understand their leadership style and their entire team's style. It's important because it helps and hinders your decision-making for the organization." Tammy Dowley-Blackman, Episode 118

How can you help Gen-Z and Millennials become the leaders of tomorrow? Tammy Dowley-Blackman founded the Looking Forward Lab to do just that. In this episode, she’ll share how she helps young adults prepare for the future. She’ll also share what leaders need to know about the young generation entering the workforce, including: How to … Read more

"Volunteers don't necessarily have the time, but they have the heart to serve. Look for a volunteer if you want to see love in action." Diana May, Episode 117

What is the meaning of “love in action”? My guest Diana May manages a large team of volunteers at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, where she’s created what she calls “happy place culture.” Diana is here to share insights from her 20 years of experience working for local nonprofits—and what she’s learned from her current … Read more

"When leaders can operate from an abundance mentality and push their people to excel, you will see growth and a positive organizational culture." Clint Ladine, Episode 116

What makes a power coach? My guest, Dr. Clint Ladine, is on a mission to help leaders utilize coaching techniques to unleash the power of their teams, optimize leadership skills, and drive performance to new heights. In this episode, he’ll show you how to adopt the power coaching mentality and break down his must-have book. … Read more

"Leadership is a choice, not a title. You have to want to serve, elevate and nurture others." Sacha Koffman, Episode 115

What do leaders need to work on in 2023? In this episode, Sacha Koffman, co-founder of Build Labour, is here to talk all things leadership.  He’ll share his favorite insights on building a vibrant culture, including: The importance of knowing yourself How leaders can focus on others Thoughts on employee lifecycle Cultivating courage The link … Read more

"If you want your team to make decisions without asking every single time, they need to know at least three things - your company's values, goals, and resources." Karl Sakas, Episode 114

Everyone wants to work less and earn more… But what strategies can leaders use to make that a reality? Karl Sakas is here to discuss his new book, “Work Less, Earn More: How to Escape the Daily Grind of Agency Ownership.” Karl will share: 3 questions to figure out your ideal Why & how to … Read more

"Veteran workers are the solution to the talent gap and are the workforce of tomorrow." Kathy Gallowitz, Episode 113

Are you struggling to hire the right employees? You may not have considered this talent pool: veterans. Less than 3% of veterans are unemployed, while more than 30% are underemployed… Veteran and award-winning businesswoman Kathy Gallowitz is here to share how civilians can champion veterans in the workforce. Kathy believes businesses can leverage veterans’ unique … Read more

"Your tech stack, your marketing stack can pretty much reach anybody on the planet, if you really want to. But there's a huge difference between reaching them and engaging them." Peter Strohkorb, Episode 109

How can your past make you a better leader? Vena Sterling, leadership coach and consultant at LRI, is here to share her wisdom on all things leadership. Vena is a real estate investor, attorney, and leadership coach for women entrepreneurs in real estate who want to create wealth, legacy & freedom. She believes that honoring … Read more

What is the secret sauce of leading transformational change? In uncertain times, leaders will face change… But how can you create organizational changes that stick—even if your team fears change? Beth Cohn of ADRA Change Architects is here to share her framework for leading through change. We’ll discuss: How the 3 parts of the mind … Read more

What does it mean to be a fieldworker? This week, we revisit my conversation with Sarah Kotva, a fieldworker who helps CEOs answer big questions. In this episode, she shares problem-solving strategies for the successful leader—and gives her take on remote work, participatory leadership, and what leaders face in the current state of the world.  … Read more