The Leadership Podcast

Mar 05 2025 459 ep. 42 mins 59
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We interview great leaders, review the books they read, and speak with highly influential authors who study them.

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TLP450: Finding Happiness and Harmony Wherever You Work with Kristel Bauer

Mar 05 2025 36 mins  
Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness & performance expert, keynote speaker, TEDx speaker & the host of the Live Greatly podcast. She is the author of “Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work.” Kristel shares a fresh perspective on work-life harmony, moving beyond outdated notions of balance. Using the metaphor of the tango dance, Kri

TLP449: Failing is OK. It’s how you learn and grow with Stuart Grazier

Feb 26 2025 40 mins  
Stuart Grazier is a full time entrepreneur and a retired Navy pilot. Stuart is also the co-founder and co-host of The Kinetic Man, a podcast to empower. Stuart opens up about the flawed definitions of success that many people grapple with. He shares the transformative role of community, faith, and vulnerability in shaping a fulfilling life and career. Stuart delves into the importa

TLP448: The Five Talents that Really Matter with Sarah Dalton

Feb 19 2025 39 mins  
Sarah Dalton is the co-author of “The Five Talents that Really Matter,” and in this episode, she breaks down the five core leadership talents: setting direction, harnessing energy, exerting pressure, increasing connectivity, and controlling traffic, explaining how they shape effective leadership. She emphasizes the importance of identifying rare, innate leadership qualities ove

TLP447: The Transformative Power of Curiosity with Debra Clary

Feb 12 2025 38 mins  
Dr. Debra Clary is a narrative scientist and author of “The Curiosity Curve.” In this episode, Debra discusses the transformative power of curiosity in leadership and organizational culture. She shares her unconventional journey from aspiring stand-up comic to corporate executive at Fortune 50 companies, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, persistence, and storytellin

TLP446: How Mental Health and Leadership are Deeply Connected with Dr. Marie Helene-Pelletier

Feb 05 2025 36 mins  
Dr. Marie Helene Peltier is a leadership psychologist, and author of “The Resilience Plan: A Strategic Approach to Optimizing Your Work Performance and Mental Health.” In this episode, she unpacks the science and practical strategies behind resilience, offering insights into how mental health and leadership are deeply interconnected. From creating personalized resilience plans

TLP445: Glue Guys: Identifying Hidden Leaders with Jim and Jan

Jan 29 2025 26 mins  
Jim and Jan dive deep into the concept of “Glue Guys” (or “Glue Gals”)—the individuals who often go unrecognized but are crucial in holding teams and organizations together. They explore the traits, roles, and impact of these unsung heroes across various settings, from sports to corporate environments. Jim shares insights into how these individuals contribute behind the s

TLP444: It’s Not About Where; It’s About How People Work with Wayne Turmel

Jan 22 2025 47 mins  
Wayne Turmel is a co-founder of the Remote Leadership Institute, and co-author of The Long-Distance Leader and The Long-Distance Teammate. Wayne provides insights into the evolution of the workplace, the challenges of remote and hybrid work, and how leaders can adapt to these seismic changes. Wayne emphasizes the importance of intentionality in remote leadership and explores how te

TLP443: UNSTUCK: Purposeful Career Redesign with Helen Hanison

Jan 15 2025 44 mins  
Helen Hanison is the author of “Unstuck: A Smart Guide to Purposeful Career Redesign.” Helen discusses why many professionals feel stuck in their careers, emphasizing the ingrained societal pressure to persevere even in unfulfilling roles. She highlights how individuals often ignore their values and continue along a path that no longer aligns with their sense of purpose. For le

TLP442: Failures Are What Shape Us with Andy Hilger

Jan 08 2025 47 mins  
Andy Hilger recently completed a 25-year career with Allegis Group, his last six years serving as the president of the global staffing and services company. He currently serves as a guest lecturer at Duke University and American University, and writes a regular LinkedIn blog on leadership. Andy shares insights on finding fulfillment in the workplace, learning through failures, and

TLP441: Preventing Groupthink via Innovative Cultures with Felicia Shakiba

Jan 01 2025 45 mins  
Felicia Shakiba, CEO at CPO PLAYBOOK, and Podcast Host, has also led several international HR teams as the Fractional Chief People Officer for clients in industries such as fintech, biotech, ad tech, and more. Felicia discusses today’s most pressing leadership challenges. Felicia shares insights on leadership in a rapidly evolving landscape influenced by AI, the importance of exe