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If you are taking initiative to listen to this podcast, you are already a leader in one capacity or another. The question is: How do you grow? Andrea Butcher, CEO of HRD, a Leadership Development Company, shares four things on which she will not compromise as she coaches teams and leaders. With 20+ years of experience, she has identified struggles good employees must overcome to be a good manager....

Can you think of an activity that allows you to simultaneously improve your overall focus, critical thinking, and fine motor skills? We have an answer for you: Gaming. Chad Everett, CEO and President of Infinite Kingdom, discusses the benefits of video games and how they can be leveraged for good. In his role, Chad seeks to bring to life stories that are not only interesting, but inspirational to...

While many of us know the adage “above the clouds the sky is always blue,” it can be difficult to keep this perspective in challenging circumstances. James Barnett, President at DaySpring, shares how life lessons learned over decades of visiting America’s National Parks keeps him grounded in business and life. In this episode, you will hear an example of how to be still and ask the right questions...

Most of us imagine the rapid descent of a free-falling plane as a moment that would change everything. However, as a survivor of the crash into the Hudson River, Dave Sanderson tells us it was actually the journey swimming back to shore that transformed him. Now a Speaker, Author, Personal Leadership Expert, and Philanthropist, Dave uses this story and others to demonstrate how we can grow and flo...

Amidst the divisiveness and emotions of our culture, how can a leader maintain a non-anxious presence? Carey Nieuwhof, Bestselling Author, Speaker, Podcaster, Founder and CEO of Carey Nieuwhof Communications, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic became both a disruptor and an accelerator in his work supporting ministry and business leaders. In this episode, Carey provides a glimpse into the challen...

How do you create a definition of success that is both personal to you and leaves a legacy for others? Brett Gilliland, Founder & CEO at Visionary Wealth Advisors & Host of the Circuit of Success, discusses how he has learned to take initiative and work hard to impact others. Starting with the decision to leave the firm where he was a successful advisor, Brett began his own fiduciary pract...

Leadership is a privilege that positions you to bring out the best in your team and help them to reach their potential. Manisha Sheode, Executive Director of Product Development at RGA, would tell you she tirelessly advocates for the people and products in which she believes. In this episode, Manisha shares her passion for talent development as a female in technology, mentor to rising leaders, and...

Giving yourself permission to dream bigger than one job is of equal importance to pursuing your dream job. Juanita Ingram, CEO of Purpose Production Inc., has found that her roles as an attorney, author, and actress all serve her to fulfill her life’s purpose of empowering women. Further, hard work and self-efficacy have proved integral to each of her endeavors. Join us as Juanita shares words of...

During this season of the Great Resignation, our newsfeed is filled with stories of people searching for meaningful work. Perhaps the best source of insight can be found from someone who didn’t leave at a time of burnout but paused to find joy and purpose in where he was. Allen Morris, Author and Chairman/CEO of the Allen Morris Company, shares how examining the truths of his life prevented the un...

While they say actions speak louder than words, it is often our speech that reflects the values and integrity inside of us. Join Dr. Tim Irwin, author, speaker, and leading authority on Leadership Development and Organizational Effectiveness, as he discusses the effect of our conversations on people's belief systems. Through a strategy called "Alliance Feedback," leaders can use aff...

How do you turn an employee who likes working for you into an employee who loves working for you? Keith Alper, Chairman & CEO at Nitrous Effect/Agencies, sets out to answer that question in this episode. Tune in as he and Lisa discuss the million-dollar word that fosters loyalty and catalyzes success. You will find that fostering a culture of surprise and delight simply requires thought, creat...

Leveraging the right data enables you to keep doing more of what works for your company. However, the latest analytics software often fails in the implementation stage and gets scrapped before its findings can make a true impact. Eric Eager, Co-Founder of 4Impact Data, discusses how he created a process that begins with the “big question” and yields actionable, codified wisdom. As a serial entrepr...

Media has become the largest entertainment force in the world but often gets a bad rap. How do we utilize this incredible tool to influence culture for the better? Join Michael Scott, CEO of Pinnacle Peak Pictures (formerly Pure Flix Entertainment), as he and Lisa discuss the bright future that exists within the growth of our digital landscape. Listen and be empowered to positively influence other...

Every leader needs an absolute dedication to their passion. This is the driving force behind the success of Mike Weinberg, Lover of Sales and Bestselling Author of three #1 Amazon books. Tune in as Mike and Lisa discuss how to help sales teams create, advance, and close their targets to find new business. Along the way, you’ll learn the fun of solving challenges and connecting with people through...

Do you have aspirations of being purposeful, present, and wildly productive with your time? We encourage you to listen as Lisa speaks with Jordan Raynor, CEO of Jordan Raynor & Company, who looks at how peace is the foundation for better time management. Jordan creates content to help people live out this truth by bridging his entrepreneurial background with research from the fields of product...

Greg Garrett, Sr. Partner/CEO of Garrett Realty Partners and Founder of Orphan Helpers, knows the power of hard work. Starting his real-estate business as a teenager, he has prioritized innovation and work ethic to succeed. Along the way, he has realized that building value-based partnerships can propel you even further. But even more importantly, he has realized the responsibilities leaders have...

Having experienced life in the spotlight as a professional broadcaster and life behind the scenes leading in the nonprofit world, Zip Rzeppa has developed leadership qualities that span industries and roles. Perhaps you're lacking a skill or quality you see to be essential in your field. How do you overcome that? Join Zip, Executive Director at Mater Media, and Lisa as they discuss relentless...

Leaders have the responsibility to amplify the talent of their teams and encourage smart risk-taking to fuel innovation. Join Luigi Calabrese, President of Frontier Networks, Inc., as he shares the importance of listening to employees and clients to create a culture of continuous improvement. Guest Links: Luigi's LinkedIn Frontier Networks Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive...

70% of employees don't trust their bosses largely because they don't believe their bosses truly care about them. So, how can you consistently put your people ahead of yourself? Join Jim Bechtold, Chief Innovation & Impact Officer at CEO Forum, as he shares how a life-threatening experience has led to a perspective shift and how you can learn to lead your people with love. Guest Links...

When it comes to relationships, everything starts with a genuine connection. This can propel your team's influence in your department and organization overall. Justin McFarland, Executive Vice President of Information Technology at McCarthy, has realized the importance of a leader pouring into one's people and the power of pausing to celebrate your team's success. Do you understand...

What matters most to your people? Your clients? Helping your team align with a bigger purpose will propel your organization into the future, and build your legacy while you're at it. Join Scott Highmark, President and Principal at Mosaic Family Wealth, and Lisa as they discuss investing in others and seeking wisdom to unlock significance in your life. Guest Links: Scott's LinkedIn Profil...

Would you consider yourself entrepreneurially-minded? Learn from Jack Scatizzi, Executive Director of Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC), and Lisa as they discuss his passion for entrepreneurship, experience as an investor and leadership of the MTC. If you're a Missouri native, you may be especially interested to hear how innovative missions and organizations in general are championed in t...

If you could map out the rest of your life, where would it end? Join Lance Witt, Founder of Replenish, and Lisa as they discuss the importance of fighting for rhythm and rest to achieve joy, satisfaction and true fulfillment in life. Guest Links: Lance's LinkedIn Profile LanceWitt.com Replenish.net Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engin...

Implementing change of any kind involves commitment. It's not about knowing the right thing to do, but actually doing it. Are you setting yourself up to be the best version of you for your employees, friends, and family? Listen to Lisa’s new interview with Coach Melody at Unwrap You as they discuss how to prioritize wellness and teach you how to drive change in the face of any challenge. Gues...

Having studied the most successful people for 20 years, Dr. Jason Selk, Mental Toughness Expert, Keynote Speaker, Performance Coach, and Author, has identified the keys to achieving results. Learn how to shift from problem-centric thinking to relentless solution focus in order to experience not only results in your career but also greater confidence and overall well-being. You’ll be encouraged wit...