How Leaders Lead with David Novak

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How should leaders think about evaluating a team and defining vision? Are those two things inherently linked? What is your take on having your business strategy be a living, breathing document? What’s one piece of advice you can give leaders who have to unite and engage people across multiple different sectors? ——— GO DEEPE...

How can you get people engaged with your big plans and strategies? It starts with how you engage with them.  Michelle Korsmo is the President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association, and she understands the power of drawing people out in order to get them engaged with her big goals. Listen to this episode and see how it’s done!  You’ll also learn: How to turn big strategies into real plans...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What are some ways leaders can hone in on who their customers really are? Why do you believe Tractor Supply Company's stock performed as well as it did from 2000-2020? How do you train your people to do the right thing with customers?  ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Le...

Let’s be honest: just because people work for the same company doesn’t mean they’re on the same team. As a leader, how can you truly get your team unified and working together? This conversation with Joe Scarlett, the former CEO of Tractor Supply Company, is full of practical ideas and insights. You’ll also learn: One small tweak you might need to make to your bonus structure A blueprint for condu...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What made you hire Tim in the first place? What’s your vision for the How Leaders Lead app and why do you believe it will be so powerful for leaders? What’s a story from your career about a time when someone helped you win, and how did that impact you as a leader?  ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes...

When you think about success in your career, you usually think about your own goals and growth. But if you really want to accomplish big things in your career, you have to shift your focus from “me” to “we.” In this episode, you’ll see how to help others win and become the kind of leader everyone wants to work for. You’ll also discover: Something to try in your next staff meeting to make your team...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: Why do you think hiring might be the key to fixing high turnover? What mindsets should leaders look to develop if they have their sights set on a C-level job? What are things leaders ought to seek out when they join a new company in a different industry?  ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day wit...

You want to take care of your people. But you also gotta take care of business. If you want to create happy teams and cultures without compromising on the results, don’t miss this conversation with Alywin Lewis, the former Chairman and CEO of Potbelly Sandwich Works and the former CEO of Sears Holdings. You’ll also learn: Why strong cultures drive more efficient operations The secret to lowering y...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders prepare someone they fire for their next role? What advice do you have for leaders who find it difficult to make time to listen? How can leaders recognize and encourage the people who are behind the scenes, creating opportunities for their team to win when it matters most? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leaders...

Want to build strong relationships with your team, no matter what your role is? It starts with how you see the people around you.  Discover this powerful outlook for yourself as David talks with NFL Hall of Famer and 4x Super Bowl champ Lynn Swann! You’ll also learn: The one thing all high-performing teams have in common What to hire for if you want to develop more leaders How to navigate major ca...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What advice do you have for leaders who get turned down from the job they believe they’re capable of having? How should leaders think through the customer experience and take them to places they might not even see yet? What type of leadership skills does it take to pull off something that has never been done before? ——— GO...

If you’re a leader, you’re going to face big obstacles, skepticism, and rejection. How can you tap into the power of persistence to overcome that stuff – and even leverage it to drive success? Also in this episode: How to truly dial in what customers want The mindset you need when others doubt you Why you might to adjust your leadership style The key to uniting a team (even when there’s disagreeme...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What were some of your best recruiting strategies when you were hiring for key positions at Yum! Brands? How should Founder/CEOs be thinking about mergers and acquisitions? What’s your take on the importance of learning how to manage your inner world? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the...

How can you help your organization get better at learning and incorporating feedback? And why could it make or break your success? Also in this episode: A key factor in professional success that most young people overlook Five keys to building a curious and driven culture Tips for making smart acquisitions and other partnerships Why the idea of a single founder’s bold vision can be problematic The...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: If you had a trust profile that helped inform you whether or not to trust someone, what would be on it? How can leaders make sure they’re evaluating every perspective when they’re faced with a tough decision? How did you know when it was time to step away as CEO of Yum! Brands after nearly 20 years in your role? ——— GO DEEP...

How do you speak truth to power? And as a leader, are you surrounding yourself with truth tellers?  Also in this episode: Keys to driving more accountability on your team How to leverage media opportunities to tell your story What values-driven communication looks like in leadership What it was like behind the scenes of the mission to take out Osama bin Laden His expert take on Israel, China, Russ...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders push their teams even when they’re winning by a big margin? How does a leader teach good decision making to their teams? What are ways to increase the level of intensity at work? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the...

Today’s guest is Dan Hurley, the head men’s basketball coach at UConn. If you watched last year’s March Madness Tournament, then you know: he’s the guy that led the Huskies to the NCAA title, with dominant performances throughout the tournament.  Here’s this incredible coach who’s reached the pinnacle of success for collegiate coaching. But to listen to him, you would never know it. As you’ll hear...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders get better at making the tough decisions they need to make? How'd you get up-to-speed in terms of working with Wall Street when you became CEO of Yum! Brands? How can a leader build this type of fail-then-learn mindset on their team? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive h...

Happy New Year! Our guest today as we kick off 2024 is Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle. Chipotle has just wrapped up a banner year with Brian at the helm. They’re posting record growth and revenue, all while doing innovative stuff with their marketing and menu. But as you’ll hear today, it’s not just about big ideas. Brian knows how to focus on the RIGHT ideas and then create the kind of structure,...

In this episode, we take all the great wisdom from the last three months and highlight the most impactful takeaways for you. The Best Of Q4 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders: Mark King, CEO of Taco Bell Mike White, Former Chairman & CEO of DIRECTV Dr. Mark Esper, Former United States Secretary of Defense Mignon Francois, Founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection Bill Georg...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders study their own performance as a means of getting better? When has one of your "truth tellers" given you some truth you didn't want to hear? How have you learned to stay calm even when being attacked? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It bui...

Today’s guest is Bret Baier, the Chief Political Anchor of Fox News Channel. He’s also the Executive Editor and host of “Special Report with Bret Baier” which airs live, every weeknight, to millions of viewers. Now, there’s a lot we could say about the worlds of politics and media. But one thing’s for sure – there is never a dull moment! In Bret’s world, things are always happening and changing. A...

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What advice would you give to entrepreneurs who are grinding everyday to make their ideas come to life? Should leaders be vulnerable with their teams? (And if so, what's the appropriate amount?) What role should faith play for a leader of a for-profit business? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up...

Today’s guest is Mignon Francois, the founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection, a destination bakery with locations in Nashville and New Orleans. Mignon started her business with nothing but a five dollar bill. She turned that $5 into $60 with her first order. Sixty dollars became $600. And now, she’s sold over five million cupcakes and has won all kinds of entrepreneurial awards. And as sweet as...