How Leaders Lead with David Novak

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How do you handle letting people go even when they are talented or really good team players? How have you bounced back from a loss you've experienced in your life? When leaders face traumatic situations with their teams, how do they take care of them in the midst of it? ALSO... Get coaching from David by signing up to recei...

The 2023-2024 NFL season kicks off tonight! And behind all the big plays and personalities, there are a LOT of leadership lessons to learn. Starting with today’s guest, Brandon Beane, who’s the General Manager of the Buffalo Bills. His job is to head up all the operations, including trades, drafts, contract negotiation, salary cap management, and – of course – collaborating with the coaches on the...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What have you learned on the golf course that translates into the business and leadership space? What are some tactics you use to quickly get back on track and regain confidence and self-belief after a setback? When you’re preparing for an important performance on a big stage, what are some of the things you do to get your...

“Grit” is one of those buzzwords people throw around a lot.  And it can be hard to define! But you know it when you see it – and you can certainly see it in Mike McCoy.  This upcoming weekend, Mike has the honor of captaining the U.S. team at the Walker Cup as our top amateurs compete against Great Britain and Ireland at St. Andrews’ legendary Old Course. Mike is one of the world’s top amateur gol...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: Are leaders born with natural, God-given talent or can anyone get good at anything with deliberate practice? Will humans be replaced by tech and AI? How would you advise a leader to enhance human capital within their organization? ALSO... Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds...

Have you ever wondered what it really takes to be excellent at something?   If so, you’re going to love this episode with Geoff Colvin. He’s the Senior Editor-at-Large for Fortune magazine and one of the most curious and articulate people I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know over the years. Geoff is also fascinated by excellence in human performance, especially as it pertains to business leade...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What’s a story from your upbringing that shaped the way you lead today? What would you say to people that argue compensation is the most important retention factor? When a company is doing well and growing, how can a leader create that sense of urgency that continues to drive performance? ALSO... Get coaching from David by...

Okay, imagine this… Your alarm goes off at 1 a.m.  In an hour, it’s your job to be on the back of a trash pickup truck.  Oh, and by the way? You’re one of the top leaders of the company. Believe it or not, that’s exactly what today’s guest did … every week, for seven and a half years! Jim Fish, the CEO of Waste Management, is just that kind of leader – one who spends time on the front lines to be...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How do you sniff out conflict as a leader (and why should you do it)? Which is more important — talent or teamwork? How do you avoid a crash as a leader? ALSO... Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week...

Today’s guest is Patrick Lencioni, the founder of The Table Group. His books on teams and leadership have sold more than eight million copies around the world! Patrick’s ideas are just that good – and today’s podcast is no exception. Now, it’s no secret that leaders need to show vulnerability and humanity with the people they lead. But what does being vulnerable actually look like? How can it chan...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What are the first steps to transforming a command and control culture? How can leaders create a customer-centric product development focus? How can transparency from a leader bring a team together? ALSO... Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offe...

Today’s guest is Alan Mulally, who served as the CEO of Ford during their incredible turnaround. And when we say served as the CEO, we mean it!  That’s because, in Alan’s words, to serve is to live.  And it’s not just a warm-fuzzy philosophy. His service-centered style of leadership really gets results. It’s how he motivates people to actually work together. And it’s how he led Ford through one mo...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: If a business is experiencing explosive growth, what can leaders do to navigate that successfully? What’s your advice to leaders who are assessing whether or not to partner with other companies? How do you know when to “give up” and go a different direction and when to stay the course and grind it out in a new business? ......

Today’s guest is Korie Robertson, one of the stars of the hit reality TV show Duck Dynasty. In fact, it was Korie’s idea to take their small family duck call business and turn it into a TV show about the quirky Robertson family.  Duck Dynasty became one of the most successful reality shows in history, and Korie and her husband Willie were the business minds behind it all.  But through it all, Kori...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: Which leaders have been instrumental to your growth and development and what’d they teach you? Has there been a time when you’ve had so much conviction about a decision only to rethink it? Have you ever gone public about something controversial? And should you do that as a leader of a business in the first place? ... BONUS...

Today’s guest is Kevin Warsh, a brilliant economist who served on the Federal Reserve board of governors during the 2008 financial crisis.  In this episode, you’ll get his powerful insights into our current economic climate. These are trends every business leader needs to be aware of right now. But there’s an even bigger insight for you here, too. When you ask Kevin about his success, he is quick...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What’s one thing leaders can take away from the idea of storytelling? When have you created value for your company where it didn't already exist? How can leaders balance recognizing their teams’ accomplishments with the drive to always grow and achieve more? ... BONUS RESOURCE: To gain confidence as a leader, you need a pla...

Our guest today is Ben Weprin, the CEO of AJ Capital, which includes the iconic line of Graduate Hotels.  He’s also developed partnerships with Field and Stream and Chip and Joanna Gaines. Oh, and get this: he’s even got a hotel right on the eighteenth green at Saint Andrews! But no matter what he’s working on, Ben always taps into the power of storytelling to connect with people and create brands...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How do you build a department of excellence in an overall environment that’s on the decline? How do you get the courage and conviction to do the thing you know is right when you know it might be met with resistance? How did you encourage cross-functional collaboration among teams? ... BONUS RESOURCE: To gain confidence as a...

Today’s guest is Dr. Bob Grossman, the CEO of NYU Langone Health.  When he took over in 2007, the hospital had a structural deficit, run-down facilities,  and a team that wasn’t really tuned into a bigger vision. Today, they’re ranked as the number three hospital in the U.S. He’s grown their revenue from $2 billion to $11 billion. And they’re studied as THE model of how to run a patient-centered,...

In this episode, we take all the great wisdom from the last three months and highlight the most impactful takeaways for you. ... BONUS RESOURCE: To gain confidence as a leader, you need a plan for tackling common leadership challenges. My new online course "Taking People With You" will give you practical ways you can resolve issues and keep your team moving forward toward your biggest goals. Get f...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How do you get your mind right for the big moments? What are best practices for those transitioning from individual contributor to leader? What can leaders do to protect and continue to nourish their culture? ... BONUS RESOURCE: To gain confidence as a leader, you need a plan for tackling common leadership challenges. My ne...

Today’s guest is Brad Richards, two-time Stanley Cup champion and MVP of the 2004 Stanley Cup Finals. In the world of hockey, he is also Mister Clutch! He has a perfect 8-0 record in Game Seven play—something NO other hockey player in history can claim. He also set a record for the most game-winning goals in a single playoff season. In his career, Brad consistently came through in clutch situation...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: Should every leader be in the details of their business? Is it important for leaders to know the history of their company? Is "quality" alone a legitimate business plan? ... BONUS RESOURCE: To gain confidence as a leader, you need a plan for tackling common leadership challenges. My new online course "Taking People With You...

Today’s guest is Gil Hanse, one of the world’s most sought-after golf course architects.  As the U.S. Open tees off this weekend, his beautiful renovation at the North course of the Los Angeles Country Club will be front and center.  But even if you’re not a golf fan, you can learn a lot when you dig into the creative process behind these golf course designs.  To turn those designs into a reality,...