The Leadership Podcast

Jan 29 2025 454 ep. 42 mins 60

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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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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

TLP440: The New Rules of Persuasion in Business and Life with Leslie Zane

Dec 25 2024 40 mins

Leslie Zane, Founder and CEO of Triggers® Brand Consulting, and author of "The Power of Instinct: The New Rules of Persuasion in Business and Life." Leslie explains that our instinctive, unconscious mind makes up about 95% of our daily choices, and marketers who focus on this instead of logical appeals see the strongest brand results. Leslie unpacks the concept of growth triggers,

TLP439: Narrow Your Focus with Tony Martignetti

Dec 18 2024 38 mins

Tony Martignetti is the founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Partners. He is the author of “Climbing the Right Mountain: Navigating the Journey to An Inspired Life.” Tony shares how meditation and therapy helped him rediscover purpose during a dark time, and he shares insights on leadership and self-awareness. Through his “grounded leadership” approach,

TLP438: A missed opportunity isn’t measured on the balance sheet with Myles Corson

Dec 11 2024 41 mins

Myles Corson is the Global and America Strategy and Markets Leader for Financial Accounting and Advisory Services at EY. He also hosts the EY Better Finance Podcast, which focuses on various financial topics and trends affecting businesses today. Myles shares insights on the importance of “doing the math,” explaining how effective finance leaders filter valuable information fro

TLP437: “Quiet isn’t a technique. It’s an appointment” -Joseph McCormack

Dec 04 2024 40 mins

Joseph McCormack, founder of the Sheffield Company and author of “Quiet Works: Making Silence the Secret Ingredient of the Workday.” In this episode, he dives into the impact of noise on productivity and leadership. He argues that constant distractions from digital devices and the "badge of busyness" undermine thoughtful leadership. In his latest book, he emphasizes that quiet

TLP436: 13 Strategies to Improve Self-awareness with Kevin Kruse

Nov 27 2024 31 mins

Kevin Kruse is the Founder and CEO of LEADx and he is a bestselling author of 13 books on leadership, emotional intelligence, and personal development, including "52 Strategies to Build Relationships, Increase Resilience, and Achieve Goals." Kevin is also a speaker and entrepreneur, known for his expertise in leveraging technology and emotional intelligence to inspire the next gene