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Episode 322 | The view of life from 3000 feet or higher can offer you some pretty interesting perspectives on what it takes to hang on, let go, and conquer life’s hardest climbs. Join author and champion climber Sasha DiGiulian as she emphasizes the importance of breaking down big goals into achievable steps and surrounding oneself with people who complement one's weaknesses. She also discusses th...

Episode 321 | Mathias Döpfner, CEO of Axel Springer SE, joins Scott Miller for an discussion on the decline of democracy around the world and the need for a new approach to trade policy. Mathias argues that the old paradigm of "change through trade" has actually strengthened non-democratic countries and weakened democracies, suggesting that an alliance of democratic countries, starting with the tr...

Episode 320 | If you’ve ever fully committed to a goal or venture without any backup plan, you know what it’s like to persevere in choppy waters. It’s a philosophy embraced at a young age by Matthew Higgins, a very successful serial entrepreneur and author of the book Burn the Boats: Toss Plan B Overboard and Unleash Your Full Potential. Matthew focuses on key principles of entrepreneurship and le...

Episode 319 | New York Times bestselling author Morgan Housel returns to On Leadership a second time to discuss his newest book, Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes. Morgan emphasizes that success with money is not about intelligence or specific advice, but rather about understanding one's own behavior and mindset. He also talks about the importance of managing expectations and recognizing...

Episode 318 | Generational differences have an impact on every kind of leader. Author and professor of psychology at San Diego State University, Dr. Jean Twenge, explores the various characteristics that define generations, offering research-based insights on how leaders can develop a better understanding of those they lead regardless of their age. Dr. Twenge also advises leaders to have empathy f...

Episode 317 | There is immense value in hard work, commitment, and continuing to show up amid life’s challenges personally and professionally. Professor of business and leadership at Harvard Business School, Dr. Amy Edmondson, dives into these topics as she discusses her new book The Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well. Recognized as the number one management thinker in the world for...

Episode 316 | Effective communication is paramount in various contexts, including leadership, relationships, and personal growth. Former journalist and two-time debating world champion, Bo Seo, demystifies these topics by emphasizing the need for clarity in arguments, the importance of understanding the other person's perspective, and the value of crafting persuasive arguments. Bo shares his perso...

Episode 315 | Life is happening for you, not to you. Bestselling author, coach, speaker, and entrepreneur Dean Graziosi has learned a lot from his time working with Tony Robbins, but he says this concept about life has been most impactful for him. As the co-founder of Mastermind.com, Dean discusses the concept of masterminds and their value in professional development and self-education. He explai...

Episode 312 | Without a clear vision, you can’t expect to know where you’re going. This may seem obvious to some, but for Rory Vaden it’s a lot more than that. As a NYT bestselling author and co-founder of Brand Builders, Rory discusses the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and having a clear vision for success. He emphasizes the power of choosing to focus on gratitude rather than worry...

Episode 314 | How can you be your best self as a parent? Dr. Lindsay Gibson, author of "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents” joins On Leadership to discuss and reflect on modern parenting. Dr. Gibson explains that emotionally immature parents often train their children to prioritize the parent's needs over their own, leading...

Episode 313 | The holidays are a hot bed of family drama for many people. Prepare your hearts with this engaging interview featuring NYT bestselling author Nedra Glover Tawwab. Nedra discusses the importance of setting boundaries in family relationships and how it can positively impact other areas of life. She shares the challenges of navigating relationships with parents, siblings, and children d...

Episode 311 | Creating cultures where we are all celebrated rather than tolerated is a passion of Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Linkage and author of In Her Own Voice: A Woman’s Rise to CEO. Jennifer explores the challenges and hurdles that women face in their journey to leadership positions, emphasizing the need for organizations to create inclusive cultures where women can thrive. Jennifer encourage...

Episode 310 | The future of education and learning is up for discussion in this episode of On Leadership. Author and founder of the Khan Academy, Sal Khan, shares his journey of starting Khan Academy and how it has grown to become a platform with over 150 million users worldwide. He emphasizes the importance of traditional skills like reading, writing, and math, as well as soft skills like communi...

Episode 309 | The work required to build a high trust culture starts with you. New York Times bestselling author Stephen M. R. Covey outlines the importance of extending trust to others and the need for leaders to go first by setting the stage for high-trust engagement. Stephen shares examples of companies that have successfully built trust within their organizations, emphasizing the need for smar...

Episode 308 | People-driven and customer-focused is how Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastain intentionally chooses to lead his team of 100,000 global professionals. Ed shares personal stories of Delta employees going above and beyond to assist passengers in difficult situations, highlighting the value of empathy and humanity in customer interactions. He emphasizes the cultural imperative of treating cus...

Episode 307 | Learn the secrets world-class coaches use to help the best get better with author and CEO of Novus Global, Jason Jaggard. Jason shares the importance of going beyond high performance and continuously growing and improving as a leader. He emphasizes the need for leaders to have an abundance mindset and to model the behaviors they want to see in their teams. How Effective Leaders Get R...

Episode 306 | It is more important than ever before to build a culture that attracts and retains world-class executives and fosters collaboration and teamwork. That is one of several values outlined by Sarah Harden, CEO of Hello Sunshine, a media brand that focuses on putting women at the center of every story they create and champion. Sarah emphasizes the importance of curiosity and being in a co...

Episode 305 | The factors that contribute to a happy and healthy life are not a mystery—despite how we often feel. Psychiatrist and lead author of the book The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Largest Scientific Study of Happiness, Dr. Bob Waldinger, shares a few key findings from the study that has been ongoing for 85 years. One of the key findings is that the quality of relationships is the s...

Episode 304 | There’s no such thing as overnight success. It’s a concept brought to life by Sheila Johnson, the co-founder of BET and America's first black female billionaire. Sheila shares the importance of passion and knowing oneself in pursuing a successful career as she reflects back on her own 50-year journey filled with ups and downs. She also talks about the leadership decisions she made th...

Episode 303 | Leaders today must have a strong sense of identity and focus on getting results through their teams. Wall Street Journal bestselling author, leadership coach, and podcast host Martin Moore wants all leaders to know the importance of these leadership skills as they hone their leadership capability and business acumen. He discusses the concept of grace under pressure and the importance...

Episode 302 | You can transform yourself, your team, and your organization by putting Jacob Morgan’s book title to work in your life. Leading With Vulnerability is the name of his recently released book, which dives into the eight attributes of a vulnerable leader. Jacob shares his journey as an entrepreneur and how he became passionate about creating organizations where people want to show up. He...

Episode 301 | Things get vulnerable in this conversation with multiple NYT bestselling author Laura Morton. The co-director of the recently released movie “Anxious Nation” shares her personal experience as a mother of an anxious teenager and discusses the normalization of anxiety in our society. Scott reflects on his own experience with anxiety and the impact it could have on his children. A must...

Episode 300 | There are no words to describe this must-listen 300th episode, but we’re going to try. The spotlight here is fully on Tova Friedman, the author of "The Daughter of Auschwitz: My Story of Resilience, Survival, and Hope.” Tova is a survivor of the Holocaust and shares her mission in writing the book, which is to represent the 1.5 million Jewish children who were murdered by the Nazis....

Episode 299 | The impact a sports franchise can have on its surrounding community can be profound. Join hometown hero Ryan Smith, the franchise owner and governor of the Utah Jazz, as he discusses his passion for making a positive impact on the community and shares stories of how he strives to create special moments for fans and individuals. Ryan emphasizes the importance of reinventing oneself an...

Zion Clark is no stranger to overcoming adversity and taking on challenges. The extreme athlete, entrepreneur, and author joins us to share his journey of becoming a renowned wrestler and elite athlete, despite being born without lower limbs. Zion emphasizes the importance of perseverance and working hard even when no one is watching. He shares his perspective on gratitude and encourages listeners...