Anatomy Of Leadership

Send us Fan Mail Chris Comeaux invites Tom Foster back to follow up on a podcast from last August 2024 so that they can further delve into the intricacies of organizational structure, leadership, and the levels of work.  Tom shares insights from his extensive experience in executive coaching and organizational assessments. He emphasizes the importance of understanding cognitive development and the...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how noticing can be your superpower as we chat with Douglas Bouey, an expert in mending broken relationships. Douglas, renowned for his work as a Vistage group leader and mentor, shares his journey and insights from his enlightening trip to Japan. The episode dives deep into the world of leadership and personal growth, revealing the transformative power of cultural insigh...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets of visionary leadership and purposeful living as we journey through a year of enlightening conversations with trailblazers like John Burke, Peter Benjamin, and Dr. Ira Bayak. This episode is a celebration of impactful dialogues, focusing on themes central to hospice and palliative care, while also drawing insights from outside the field. You'll gain a deepe...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for a captivating conversation with Meredith DeMoore, Elevate's Senior Vice President of Organizational Effectiveness and Managing Director for Consulting for Elevate Talent. Meredith shares her remarkable journey from founding a leadership effectiveness division in a boutique healthcare executive search firm to steering strategy as a senior vice president at Concentr...

Send us Fan Mail Jeannee Parker Martin, a visionary in healthcare leadership, joins us to unravel the challenges and triumphs of aiding communities ravaged by Hurricane Helene. With her vast experience, from international healthcare initiatives to pioneering AIDS home care, Jeannee shares her insights into leadership and service in times of crisis. Her unique ability to network and connect enhance...

Send us Fan Mail Amidst the chaos of Hurricane Helene's devastating impact on Western North Carolina, eastern Tennessee, and Virginia, we promise an enlightening exploration of leadership in crisis with our remarkable guest, Commander Mary Kelly. As a former Navy intelligence officer and accomplished economist, Dr. Kelly imparts her expertise on maintaining focus and decisiveness during turbu...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the essence of true leadership and resilience as we bring you insights from Mike Harbour, President of Harbour Resources and a seasoned leadership coach with a rich background in the US Army. Mike unpacks his "Quit Losing Talent" framework and his thoughts on humility, urging leaders to let their work speak for itself. The episode opens with a poignant message a...

Send us Fan Mail Could embracing curiosity transform your leadership style?  Join us as we uncover this intriguing possibility with Cathy Iocona, the executive coach and president of Living Leadership Values, Coaching, and Consulting.  Cathy shares her remarkable journey from a notable 30-year career in healthcare IT to her newfound passion for coaching.  Her unique expertise in emotional intellig...

Send us Fan Mail In this latest episode of the Anatomy of Leadership podcast, David Levy, Professor of Management at the United States Air Force Academy, explores the concept of leadership and the importance of every interaction as an opportunity. The dialogue delves into an array of intriguing subjects such as the Air Force Academy's unique design, the “Masters of the Air” series, and Malcol...

Send us Fan Mail What if one man's journey through the tech industry could transform your understanding of leadership and purpose? Join us as we sit down with John McBeth, a technology industry veteran with nearly half a century of experience, who shares his evolution from a software engineer to a CEO of Century Computing. John's early days working on nuclear power plant trainers and NAS...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the hidden framework behind successful organizations with Tom Foster, President of Foster Learning Corporation.  Ever wondered how to integrate clear accountability and authority within your company's structure? Tune in as Tom, with his vast experience and over 17,000 hours of executive coaching, unveils the secrets to achieving efficient decision-making and problem-...

Send us Fan Mail What if healthcare leadership could be revolutionized by empathy and curiosity? In our latest episode, we sit down with Dr. Julie Kennedy Oehlert, the Chief Experience and Brand Officer for ECU Health, whose inspiring journey from a nurse aide at 14 to a healthcare leader offers a masterclass in compassionate leadership. With over four decades of experience, Julie shares her uniqu...

Send us Fan Mail Curious about the art of brand mechanics and how effective listening can transform your career? Join us as we sit down with Tom Howell, a marketing communications expert with over four decades of experience. Tom, a principal at Hundred Trees LLC, shares his remarkable journey from broadcast news to leading iconic campaigns such as Louisville Water Company's Pure Tap and Kentu...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how some leaders can transform teams and foster lasting organizational change? In this episode, you'll uncover the secret strategies behind effective leadership as we chat with Kevin Pickhart, Executive Chairman of Ferris Systems International. From his early days at Xerox to a remarkable 24-year journey as CEO at Ferris Systems, Kevin shares invaluable lessons...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on an enlightening exploration of leadership and financial acumen with me, Chris Comeaux, as I engage in a deep dive with CEO Terry Swatley of Diversified Health Technologies LLC.  In this episode of the Anatomy of Leadership, we discus the importance of margin in leadership and how it is a tool to achieve the mission of an organization.  Discover how Terry's leap from...

Send us Fan Mail When we consider the threads that connect us to our past and guide us towards the future, storytelling emerges as the fundamental loom.  On our latest episode of "The Anatomy of Leadership," we're honored to host Shane Snow, a journalist renowned for his knack for weaving narratives that captivate and inspire.  Together, we peel back the layers of how storytelling i...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the nuanced art of leadership and the transformative power of coaching as Brian Jaudon, the visionary behind Pisgah Coaching Institute, joins me in a captivating dialogue. His unique blend of internal family systems with the five stages of gift development has revolutionized the way we approach nurturing our intrinsic leadership qualities. Through his stories and experien...

Send us Fan Mail When we consider the monumental architecture of leadership, few are as adept in the construction of its nuances as our distinguished guest, Bruce Peters of Beyond Teal. His wisdom, a tapestry of experiences as an attorney, executive, entrepreneur, and educator, extends to us an invitation to perceive leadership not merely as a position but as an art form interwoven with one's...

Send us Fan Mail In this engaging conversation, Chris Comeaux and Meridith Elliott Powell delve into the impactful nature of influence and its pivotal role in leadership.  They dissect the essence of influence, illustrating how it can empower individuals to lead, inspire, and connect with others even in the absence of formal authority. They emphasize the importance of collaborative efforts and lev...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on a transformative journey with us as we sit down with Quint Studer, a luminary in the realms of healthcare and leadership. With his insights, we explore the profound importance of leading with a clear cause and purpose. Our conversation illuminates the art of creating a thriving work environment and the ripple effect it has on healthcare transformation. Quint, with his va...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on the Anatomy of Leadership podcast where we welcome our inaugural guest, John Locke, an esteemed Executive Coach at Forvis and a dear friend. In this vibrant discussion, we explore John's impressive contributions to the coaching world, including his pioneering role in developing an internal executive coaching practice at a top accounting firm. Locke's expertise...

Send us Fan Mail In this inaugural episode of The Anatomy of Leadership podcast, Chris Comeaux introduces himself and his new book, The Anatomy of Leadership . He discusses his passion for leadership and the impact it can have on the world.  He shares an email exchange with his mentor, Dr. Lee Thayer, who had a profound influence on his understanding of leadership, and this email was the jumping-o...