Follow the Leaders

Change is the only constant. In this episode, Jamie Gale offers listeners guidance for leading through times of change. Jamie suggests important things to keep in mind and explains the “C’s of Change” system for leaders to utilize for successful transitions. Host: Jamie Gale Producer: Jamie Gale Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Jamie: IG: ⁠@jamiegalellc⁠ Website: ⁠www.jamiegalellc.com⁠ LinkedIn Fol...

Jamie Gale is joined by Kate Miller, President and CEO of the Middleton Chamber of Commerce. Jamie and Kate discuss the chamber's role in fostering business growth in a small city, effective business practices and the value of connection within the entrepreneurship and non-profit community. Host: Jamie Gale Producer: Jamie Gale Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Jamie: IG: ⁠@jamiegalellc⁠ Website: ⁠w...

Jamie Gale welcomes Molly Fish, owner of Lake City Books, an independent bookstore in downtown Madison, Wisconsin. Molly shares her journey into entrepreneurship, the unique community space she has created, and the importance of supporting local businesses. Jamie and Molly discuss the value of the supportive community of local female entrepreneurs in Madison and the experience of taking risks that...

Jamie Gale talks with Robert and Kay Lee Fukui, whose work focuses helping married entrepreneurs achieve business success without compromising their relationships. This episode covers helpful strategies to implement when business relationships overlap with personal connections and guiding principles for reducing and navigating interpersonal conflict specific to situations when our collaborators ar...

Jamie Gale shares three messages that have become mantras for her this year in her work and in her life that have improved her experience leading her company and programs and shares how they have impacted her and offers listeners perspective on how they can implement these approaches. Host: Jamie Gale Producer: Jamie Gale Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Jamie: IG: ⁠@jamiegalellc⁠ Website: ⁠www.jam...

In this episode, Jamie talks with impact-driven entrepreneur Nick O'Brien about his career in community-focused initiatives and the creative economy in Wisconsin. Nick discusses how he connects creatives with resources, his transition from a sports journalism career, and the challenges of balancing impact-driven work with financial sustainability. Host: Jamie Gale Production: Lit Path Studios...

In this episode, Jamie Gale speaks with Jeff Eschliman, an executive coach with 30 years of experience who comes from a military and corporate leadership background. Jeff shares about his 'Zen for Success' model for leaders and gives listeners practical strategies for finding harmony in their work. Host: Jamie Gale Producer: Jamie Gale Music: Shane Ivers Connect with Jamie: IG: ⁠@jamiegale...

In this episode, Jamie Gale talks with Therese Merkel, founder of Tricky Foods, a charcuterie and cheese board company that has rapidly grown into a thriving brick and mortar business. Therese shares her journey from working in the tech industry to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Jamie and Therese discuss how passion and mindset impact the bottom line in in a business and how finding excellent...

In this episode, Jamie Gale interviews Dan Steininger, an experienced business leader, author, and CEO, who shares invaluable insights on leadership and creativity. Dan offers listeners five helpful steps to help with problem-solving and discusses his transformative work in innovation and his strategies for tackling challenges in both professional and personal realms. He offers practical tips on f...

In this episode, Jamie Gale talks with Megan Blake-Horst, Street Vending Program Coordinator for the City of Madison, Wisconsin. Megan shares how her career evolved from owning multiple successful businesses to moving into her role in city government. Meghan shares how she uses her background to balance compliance with city policies and fostering entrepreneurial growth. Megan also discusses her ap...

In this episode, Jamie Gale is joined by Adele Gambardella and Chip Massey, who bring their unique expertise together to help CEOs and organizations navigate and resolve crises. Adele, a public relations and crisis communications specialist, and Chip, a former FBI special agent specializing in hostage negotiations, discuss their backgrounds, the mission of their company, and the importance of conv...

In this episode, host Jamie Gale meets with Jamie Bugel and Rachel Figueroa of the Dane County Farmers' Market to discuss the way their leadership team operates, leads and learns together. The conversation covers navigating varying needs of stakeholders as well as the importance of clear values and systems, especially for dynamic events like the regular markets. Host: Jamie Gale Producer: Jami...

In this episode, Jamie Gale is joined by Tristan Straub, general manager of Breese Stevens Field, an outdoor multi-purpose stadium. Tristan shares his insights on the importance of building strong team relationships and the value of being sufficiently brave in leadership. Tristan offers an in-depth look at what it takes to manage a busy and successful event space while staying true to personal pas...

In this conversation, Jamie Gale is joined by entrepreneur, attorney and author, Scott Reib. Scott shares what businesses owners need to know and need to do in order to protect their growth and themselves. They discuss how to document deals that keep business moving forward and how to avoid signer’s remorse. Scott and Jamie discuss the importance of being explicit and clear to protect business rel...

In this episode, host Jamie Gale is joined by Whitney Tatum, founder of Moxie Entrepreneurial Support Services to discuss the importance of creating systems and the freedom and growth it can provide. Whitney shares practical tips to entrepreneurs and leaders for getting started in building systems and processes and explains how even non-linear thinkers can benefit from systematizing their work pro...

In this episode, host Jamie Gale is joined by leadership engagement expert Adrian Koehler to discuss the importance of embracing challenges and cutting through the fluff in acknowledging the real experiences leaders and entrepreneurs are dealing with in order to lead to the biggest changes. Adrian and Jamie explore the power of choice and taking responsibility for your own personal growth. Host: J...

In this episode, host Jamie Gale talks with Amanda Vargas, a serial entrepreneur making important contributions to the health and wellness industry. Amanda explains how her health has both affected her ability to lead her businesses and has also inspired her to focus her work on building companies that support health for others. Amanda shares how and why entrepreneurs and leaders should keep their...

In this episode, host Jamie Gale talks with Zach Brandon, President of the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce, about his work and perspectives on leadership. Zach shares how he applies entrepreneurial thinking to his organization, how he guides the chamber towards innovation while respecting the history of the community and describes the value of working together toward common goals even when it...

In this episode, host Jamie Gale chats with lifelong entrepreneur and leader Patrick Snyder, who currently serves as President of BizStarts. Patrick explains the impact accessible education has on entrepreneurs as they begin and expand their businesses. Patrick and Jamie discuss what it takes to be successful in business ownership, how to lead a company to growth despite uncertainty, and the value...

In this episode, host Jamie Gale is joined by non-profit leader and marketing specialist, Liz Boyd. Liz and Jamie discuss stepping into new opportunities, keeping up with social media trends and changes, working with and motivating teams, and how the unique makeup of our personal identity impacts the way we show up as leaders. Liz shares her perspective on important questions to consider when taki...

On this episode, Dr. Carla Fowler joins host Jamie Gale to discuss how she helps her executive coaching clients achieve their goals by applying performance science to the leadership world. Dr. Fowler shares the story of her unique career path through medicine into entrepreneurship, how she uses the methodologies she has developed to help leaders grow and succeed, and gives listeners practical tips...

In this episode, host Jamie Gale discusses the importance of recognizing and addressing friction points in order to improve work experiences for yourself, your team and your clients. Jamie shares personal examples of how she has smoothed friction points in her work and at home and how to identify the areas that need our attention. Host: Jamie Gale Producer: Jamie Gale Music: Shane Ivers Follow the...

On this episode, host Jamie Gale is joined by guest Roseann Sheridan, who shares her thoughtful reflections and deep wisdom gained through her 30 year career leading in the world of theater. Roseann and Jamie have a robust discussion on delegation, decision making and how to nurture both the creativity side and the business side of a busy organization. Host: Jamie Gale Producer: Jamie Gale Music:...

In this episode, guest Kate Bast talks with host Jamie Gale about the many leadership roles she has held over the past 30 years. Kate led teams in the publishing industry, opening and serving as editor-in-chief at multiple successful and well-respected magazines. Kate recently made a career change to owning a business guiding groups and individuals in forest bathing experiences. Kate shares her pe...

In this episode, guest Natalie Nelson shares how she advocates for the advancement of girls and women in technology careers, and how she supports boards, groups and programs all over the state as the Executive Director of Women in Technology Wisconsin. Natalie talks with host Jamie Gale about how she keeps up with the varied responsibilities as she does work she loves and busts some of the biggest...