Chris Stark and Lorenzo Flores

Hacking Your Leadership Podcast

No role plays; just real. Chris & Lorenzo share four decades of combined experience to help you become a more effective leader. Keeping employees engaged and doing their best work today requires leadership that emphasizes soft skills like empathy, emotional intelligence, and a desire to make personal connections. Many leaders want to succeed in this brave new world, but employees continue to report poor engagement and leave companies about every three years. Listen and become a leader who people never want to leave. Check out Lions Guide Academy today! Become a supporter of this podcast:

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Chris Stark and Lorenzo Flores

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Jul 31, 2025

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Episodes

Ep 258: The perks and benefits of today. 23.08.2021

Are the benefits and perks offered by your organization enough to attract and retain today's talented, multi-generational workforce? #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader LinkedIn article by Caroline Fairchild: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/want-hire-gen-z-caregiving-must-caroline-fairchild/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipP...

Thoughtful Thursdays: Should you be publicly recognizing your people on social media? 19.08.2021

A growing trend on is leaders posting pictures and recognition of their people on their personal social media profiles. On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, we discuss how to do this the right way. Text us your leadership questions! +1(213)444-5381 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipPodcast/featured Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142 #Lead...

Ep 257: Are internships worth it? 16.08.2021

One of our listeners asked us if they should say yes to an unpaid internship at a company they like. Could this be a bad move? #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipPodcast/featured Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142 #Leadership #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsu...

Thoughtful Thursdays: The idiot in the room. 12.08.2021

We're big fans of Simon Sinek on the show. On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, we listen to a short Simon Sinek clip and discuss it. Text us your leadership questions! +1(213)444-5381 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipPodcast/featured Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142 #Leadership #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOf...

Ep 256: Leadership Lessons from Ted Lasso 09.08.2021

Ted Lasso was just nominated for 20 Emmys. It's a funny show for sure, but did you know it's a show about leadership? #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipPodcast/featured Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142 #Leadership #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #Li...

Thoughtful Thursdays: Is termination the only solution to toxic leadership? 05.08.2021

We all know that one person who should have been fired years ago but they produce results or they're kind of scary to speak to so they remain in their role for a long, long time. On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, we discuss the potential solutions to this and whether or not they're likely to be effective. Text us your leadership questions! +1(213)444-5381 YouTube Channel: https://www.yo...

Ep 255: Consistency / 4 Year Anniversary 02.08.2021

Today we start the 5th year of Hacking Your Leadership Podcast. No better time to talk about the importance of being consistent. French & Raven's 6 Bases of Power: https://i.imgur.com/SCF9Z8W.png #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipPodcast/featured Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/use...

Two-Minute Tip with Erin Hatzikostas 30.07.2021

Hacking Your Leadership Podcast Two-Minute Tip with Erin Hatzikostas Today’s Two-Minute tip is brought to you by Erin Hatzikostas. Erin is a CEO, Bestselling Author, TEDx & Keynote Speaker, Podcast Host, and Coachsultant. Erin provides some great insight and advice on inspiring people to inspire other people. Find more great content from Erin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-hatzikost...

Thoughtful Thursdays: Too many check-ins? 29.07.2021

How often is too often? Monthly? Weekly? Several times a day? On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, we discuss the temptation of leaders to over-schedule their "check-ins." Link to Article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/alainhunkins/2021/06/29/the-great-mistake-leaders-make-about-empathy-and-accountability/?sh=6707cd125344 Text us your leadership questions! +1(213)444-5381 YouTube Channel: h...

Ep 254: Where does your power as a leader originate? 26.07.2021

More than sixty years ago, psychologists French and Raven developed a framework for identifying the origination of a leader's power. If you rely too heavily on one or two of these, you probably need to do some rebalancing. French & Raven's 6 Bases of Power: https://i.imgur.com/SCF9Z8W.png #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: https://www.yo...

Two-Minute Tip with Terry Weir 23.07.2021

Hacking Your Leadership Podcast Two-Minute Tip with Terry Weir Today’s Two-Minute tip is brought to you by Terry Weir. Terry is a Senior Consultant | Recruitment Advisor | Talent Auditor | Team Workshop Facilitator | Certified Analyst in Workplace Behaviour, Aptitude, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Potential & Team Performance. Terry provides some great insight and advice on gender diversity o...

Thoughtful Thursdays: Do your employees believe they're being asked to do things that aren't part of their job? 22.07.2021

"I'm not paid for this." It's a common statement throughout the workforce. Is it true or is it just the grumblings of a disengaged employee? On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, we discuss how to tell the difference and why it matters. Text us your leadership questions! +1(213)444-5381 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipPodcast/featured Patreon Account: https:/...

Ep 253: "To Be Honest..." Part 4 of 4 19.07.2021

Ron Carucci's new book "To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose" discusses four factors that are crucial if you want your organization to embody a culture of honesty. We'll discuss these factors over four weeks. Also make sure to check out the interview with Ron from June 24th. #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: h...

This is Your Leadership featuring Thomas Ward 16.07.2021

Lorenzo sits down with Thomas Ward, founder, and owner of Pig Floyd's BBQ. Visit: www.pigfloyds.com www. HackingYourLeadership.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support .

Thoughtful Thursdays: Empathy vs Accountability 15.07.2021

It's a balance we all struggle with. Does this person need more empathy from me or more accountability? On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, we discuss how these two very different elements of leadership are actually very much connected. Link to Article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/alainhunkins/2021/06/29/the-great-mistake-leaders-make-about-empathy-and-accountability/?sh=6707cd125344 Tex...

Ep 252: "To Be Honest..." Part 3 of 4 12.07.2021

Ron Carucci's new book "To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose" discusses four factors that are crucial if you want your organization to embody a culture of honesty. We'll discuss these factors over four weeks. Also make sure to check out the interview with Ron from June 24th. #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: h...

Thoughtful Thursdays: Mistakes leaders make in remote 1:1's 08.07.2021

Conducting great 1:1's is an art. Many leaders do it well while many others struggle. On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, we discuss some of the pitfalls leaders encounter when trying to conduct 1:1's remotely. Link to Article: https://www.kaapi.team/blog/common-mistakes-remote-managers-1-on-1-meetings Text us your leadership questions! +1(213)444-5381 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube...

Ep 251: "To Be Honest..." Part 2 of 4 05.07.2021

Ron Carucci's new book "To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose" discusses four factors that are crucial if you want your organization to embody a culture of honesty. We'll discuss these factors over four weeks. Also make sure to check out the interview with Ron from June 24th. #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: h...

Thoughtful Thursdays: Do you have daily leadership anchors? 01.07.2021

We all have daily routines that help anchor us. Meditation, exercise, reading, etc. But are there similar things that help us anchor our leadership lives? On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, we share an article from Fast Company and discuss some of the things that anchor us. Fast Company Article: https://www.fastcompany.com/90633263/i-interviewed-500-happy-people-their-habits-will-transfo...

Ep 250: "To Be Honest..." Part 1 of 4 28.06.2021

Ron Carucci's new book "To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose" discusses four factors that are crucial if you want your organization to embody a culture of honesty. We'll discuss these factors over four weeks. Also make sure to check out the interview with Ron from June 24th. #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: h...

Thoughtful Thursdays: Leadership Memes 24.06.2021

We've all seen different one-shot memes of what leadership supposedly is. Some of us may even share some on LinkedIn for some easy 'likes.' On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, Chris & Lorenzo share some advice on how to make sure your message doesn't get lost in the memes. Text us your leadership questions! +1(213)444-5381 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipPo...

Guest Interview: Ron Carucci - Author & TEDx Speaker 23.06.2021

Ron Carucci - Author & TEDx Speaker Buy Ron's Book here: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Honest-Power-Justice-Purpose/dp/1398600660/ #BeABetterLeader #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hacking-your-leadership-podcast--4805674/support .

Ep 249: Are you apologizing too much? 21.06.2021

How many times have you apologized to someone at work in the last 30 days? If you're overusing the words, they're losing their impact. Thrive article by Jen Fisher: https://thriveglobal.com/stories/sorry-not-sorry-stop-apologizing-workplace-empathy-communication/ #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLea...

Thoughtful Thursdays: Leaders vote with their time. 17.06.2021

How do you spend your time? On this week's #ThoughtfulThursdays episode, Lorenzo shares advice on making sure leaders spend their time in the right places and with the right people. Text us your leadership questions! +1(213)444-5381 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipPodcast/featured Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142 #Leadership #HackingYourLeade...

Ep 248: Are our standards for leaders too high? 14.06.2021

Have you ever felt like the accountability was being piled onto you? Like you were being held to an impossible standard? #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting #LifeOfLozo #BeABetterLeader YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HackingYourLeadershipPodcast/featured Patreon Account: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=22174142 #Leadership #HackingYourLeadership #StarkEngagementConsulting...

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