Unlabeled Leadership

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 111, Mark Bowers describes how he determined the services for his new business that involved feedback and a word cloud. In his next story, Mark illustrates the principle, Believe in Others, and how he helped an at-risk colleague. Mark then advises us about a nontraditional way of learning lea...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 110, Al Kingsley talks about a quotation that has had meaning in his life. He then describes a barrier that limits how we connect with others. Al then advises us on how we can build relationships. Prologue Al Kingsley is CEO of edtech company, NetSupport. He chairs two Multi-Academy Trusts an...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 109, Ed Muzio explains what culture is, one way to think about how you can influence culture change, and how anyone, regardless of career level, can influence culture. Prologue Ed Muzio is an engineer who evolved his practice to management consulting. Whether at the c-suite or frontline, Ed h...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 108, Kelly Beattie explains advice that she received from a company's president where she used to work. She then describes how feedback changed the performance of an employee. Next, Kelly advises us to use a simple technique that can substantially and positively affect the recipients. Pro...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 107, Dr. Jean Kanokogi shares three quotations that have helped guide how she lives her life. She then talks about specific leadership behaviors. Next, Dr. Jean advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership capabilities. Prologue With 23 years of law enforcement experience, Dr. Jean is a...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 106, Joynicole Martinez describes what Eva Clayton said about being afraid to take risks. She then describes how her father led others by modeling how he lived his life. Joynicole then advises us on how we can more effectively connect with other people. Prologue Most executive coaches and key...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 105, Todd Cherches describes what someone said to change how he instructs and facilitates. He then talks about a chance meeting with Grant Tinker and explains the implications of that meeting. Todd also advises us to enhance seven characteristics to help us strengthen how we lead. Prologue Do...

For Episode 104, I share how Randy, a senior Vice President at a Fortune 100 company, connected with the 90 employees that he inherited. He started the connection by sharing personal stories with the employees during Randy’s first meeting with them. I then describe the effect his story had on employees. 01:43 Part 1: The new Senior Vice President 03:42 Part 2: The Rest of the Story 05:03 Part 3: T...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 103, Annemarie Shrouder explains what Lisa Marie Platske said that affected how she works. In the following story, Annemarie then illustrates listening to learn. She then advises how we can strengthen our leadership. Prologue Annemarie Shrouder (she, her) works in the field of Diversity, Equi...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 102, Gareth Shaw explains how quotations by Gary Player and Peter Drucker have helped him with his career. He then shares a story about when he transitioned from being an individual contributor to being a manager. Next, Gareth advises how we can strengthen our leadership capabilities. Prologu...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 101, Dave Barton explains something he learned from a mentor when they were told that a senior-level manager was running late for their meeting. Dave then shares a story about a race and explains how his sister valued a friend more than achieving a personal goal. Next, Dave advises us on how...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 100, Zach Giglio shares an impactful experience with his CEO during the start of his career. He then explains why some of the best rugby teams come from smaller countries, specifically the All Blacks. He then advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership. Prologue With more than a decade...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 99, Mark McNally talks about a friend’s observation that raises Mark’s awareness about his work balance. He then shares a story about a company he took public, which transitioned to a discussion about transparency, vulnerability, trust, and loyalty. Mark also advises us to challenge our assum...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 98, Sumit Gupta tells two powerful leadership stories that helped shape how he perceives leadership and leads. Sumit also advises us on how we can substantially impact our time by making a small change. Prologue Sumit is on a journey to elevate leadership in organizations, leverage the heroic...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 97, Matt Richter explains what Mieke Bal said to him and explains Thiagi SPARK Trust Model. He then talks about U.S. presidents, specifically tells us John Tyler’s leadership moment. He then advises us to not overthink the term leadership. Prologue Just because Matt is modest, I’m still going...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 96, Timm Esque talks about how an instructor caused him to realize he was thinking too much (too much “in his head”). He then shares a story about how a project manager supported his team and went against harmful cultural norms. Timm advises us to pursue embodiment training and explains how t...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 95, Kim explains what someone who reported to her said that clarified how she would lead her squadron. When she became a Group Commander, Kim describes how she connected with a team of firefighters. Then, Kim advises how we can lead with courage. Prologue Kim “KC” Campbell is a retired Air Fo...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 91, Chris Cebollero talks about the science of leadership, how his old managerial behaviors harmed the people around him, and how we can find new opportunities and growth from our failures and mistakes. Prologue Chris Cebollero is an internationally recognized leadership specialist, best-sell...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 93, Ty Bennett explains something a mentor said that affected his outlook on his business and life. He then shares a fantastic story of leadership involving his son and a refrigerator. Next, Ty advises us on how we can lead more effectively. Prologue I’ve known Ty for about four years and hav...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 92, Alex Kummerow describes something said to him that changed his thinking about leadership. He then shares a story about a challenging subject-matter expert. Then, Alex shares some foundational advice to help us lead more effectively. Prologue Alex is one of the few professionals who transi...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 91, Barry O’Reilly talks about something a cousin said that affected how he thought about his businesses. He then shares how he reframed his writing process, and he advises us on how we should build our leadership style. Prologue When you connect business model innovation, product development...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 90, Carrie Missele talks about communication, how a direct report changed her perspective about a book club, and advises us on how we can begin improving how we lead. Prologue Carrie is the Director of Learning and Development at Inspirant Group. In her role, she takes the time to observe, as...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 89, Terry Knickerbocker describes how he handled teaching actors during the pandemic and describes how he could find success virtually. He then shares a story about how someone helped him move forward, even after difficult events. Finally, Terry provides practical advice for helping others an...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 88, Richard Lowe explains how a business owner taught him a valuable lesson, profoundly shaping his career. He then describes a devastating computer crash and how he triggered a massive collaboration effort. Finally, Richard advises us on how we can lead and build high-performing teams. Prolo...

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 87, Ed Gash explains a phrase he learned and why the phrase is meaningful for how he leads. He then talks about feedback, how being nice and kind differ, and how cult and culture differ. Finally, Ed advises us on how we can treat ourselves better. Prologue Ed is a certified coach and has faci...