Intentional Leader Podcast

In today’s episode, we dive deep into coaching culture with Susan Britton, founder and CEO of the Academies of Coaching. With a neuroscience-informed approach, Susan has trained thousands of coaches worldwide. We’ll explore her fascinating journey from a small-town farm girl to a global leader in coaching. Plus, you'll hear practical insights on leadership, resilience, and the impact of coaching o...

Leading with pizza is a slice of success, proving that a focus on quality, community, and compassion can lead to a thriving business and a fulfilling life. Sean Olson sits down with Jane Grote Abell, who shares how her dedication to family values and innovative leadership transformed Donatos Pizza into a cherished brand. Jane delves into the origins of Donatos, recounting how her father built the...

Preteens are a whirlwind of emotions and rapid change; leading them requires a steady hand, a compassionate heart, and a strategic mind. In this episode, Sean Olson is joined by communication coach Marcus Higgs, who offers insightful guidance on parenting pre-teens. With a deep understanding of child development and communication, he empowers parents to build strong foundations for their children’...

Feeling lost and unfulfilled? In this episode, Randy Adkins joins Sean Olson to explore the transformative power of purpose-driven leadership and personal growth. Randy, the author of Produce on Purpose, shares insights from his diverse roles as a teacher, speaker, preacher, and transformative leader. From aligning with our core values to building a supportive circle, he equips us with practical t...

Various reports claim that bullying is rampant within the healthcare industry, especially among nurses, and this leads to instability and incivility. Renee Thompson has experienced this problem herself, and now she is taking a stand to get rid of the bullies once and for all. Joining Sean Olson, the author and owner of Healthy Workforce Institute discusses how to properly address bullying within t...

Whenever we experience failure, it is pretty easy to stay down and give up. However, Phebe Trotman begs to disagree: when having a bad day, the only solution is to get back up and continue moving forward. Joining Sean Olson, she shares valuable leadership lessons from her soccer career and explains how she applies them today in the entrepreneurship arena. Phebe offers practical advice on maximizin...

Today's conversation explores the journey of a leader who thrives on embracing the unexpected. Kieron James , CEO and Co-Founder of Wonderful, shares how his career path zig-zagged across industries, from teaching economics to web design and even domain name registration. Through it all, Kieron honed his skills in selling digital services and cultivated an adaptable mindset. This agility proved cr...

Think limiting beliefs are blocking your road to success? Buckle up, because this episode is all about shattering those barriers and overcoming limiting beliefs. Join Sean Olson as he chats with Colin Kingsmill , the cofounder of Whole Human Coaching , who helps leaders achieve fearlessness. From his early days in Swiss banking to navigating the complexities of international real estate developmen...

To be an effective leader who inspires instead of creating conflicts, one must know how to communicate the right way. Here is Patrick Donadio , communication strategist, author, and coach, who presents his six-step process for communicating with intentional IMPACT. Together with Sean Olson, he breaks down his recommended approach to leadership communication, as well as his greatest lessons from hi...

Ever dream of chucking your corporate job and chasing your comedy dreams? Leanne Linsky, founder of the innovative comedy platform Plauzzable, did just that – and she's here to share her hilarious and inspiring journey. From rising through the ranks at a Fortune 500 company to facing a life-changing layoff, Leanne found the courage to pursue her passion for stand-up, even starting late in life. Th...

Ever wonder why some leaders just seem to get it? This episode dives deep with Alan Lazaros, CEO of Next Level University. Alan shares his powerful story of overcoming a near-death experience and the shift it sparked towards personal growth. He unveils the four modalities of thinking (numbers, words, pictures, and energy) and how understanding these can revolutionize your communication and leaders...

Tune in to this episode of the Intentional Leader Podcast as host Sean Olson welcomes Debra Boggs , founder of D&S Executive Career Management . From first-generation college student to boardroom expert, Debra shares her inspiring journey and insights into becoming "board ready." Discover the qualifications needed for senior leaders seeking board roles, explore the diverse motivation...

Feeling like your leadership style is more "suffocating sweater" than "power suit"? This episode rips off the mask with communication expert and author of the bestselling "The Power to Speak Naked," Sean Tyler Foley . Tyler dives deep with host Sean Olson on how his unique childhood with multiple father figures shaped his leadership approach, and why finding the right...

Have you ever felt like you were on a completely different path than what you originally planned? In this episode, Sean Olson interviews Keith Minier , Lead Pastor at Grace Fellowship , about his surprising journey from the world of beakers and Bunsen burners to the pulpit. Keith shares his story across unexpected twists and turns that led him from being a chemist to a pastor, and the effective le...

There probably isn’t one person on this planet who doesn’t want a good life. It might mean different things to different people, but ultimately, we all want what we think is good for us and what we think we deserve to have. How does that happen? Today’s guest believes that it’s all about self-leadership. Lenny Richardson argues that to achieve “eudaemonia”, you have to hold yourself accountable fo...

Host Sean Olson shares some of the great leadership take-aways from Season 1 of The Intentional Leader Podcast. He also shares some insights as to what is coming with Seanson 2, including the expansion of the podcast to a vodcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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In this episode, Host Sean Olson interviews Tony Chatman. The evolution of how Tony thinks about life is riveting. He describes his journey from being all about the product and process to learning that life is really about taking care of people. His insights on workplace relationships and culture are practical and you can apply them to your life and work today. Links: Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram...

In this episode, Host Sean Olson interview Julian Chapman. Most people focus on leaders and leadership alone. Julian focuses in on the strategy and structure that enables leadership. Listen in to see how you can create great places to work that deliver the strategy. Learn how you can add value to your organization no matter the level you serve. Links: Company Website Book Website || The Managerial...

In this episode, Host Sean Olson interviews Juan Alvarado. Juan shares how he took his lessons from the military and now uses that to push others to excellence. He is inspiring and his servant heart will encourage you. Hear how he leads others with the motto, "Connection before correction!"Links: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn YouTube The Relevant Development Podcast Website Hosted by Simpl...

In this episode, Host Sean Olson interviews Dr. Markus van Alphen. Markus has written three leadership books and has a sharp focus on communication. He shares how we can go deeper in our listening skills by listening for the emotion and loaded words that others share with us. His approach will change how you execute your next one-on-one meeting. Links: X LinkedIn Instagram Excellent Leader Hosted...

In this episode, Host Sean Olson, interviews Julie Pham. She has developed a full range of content around The 7 Forms Of Respect. Learn and identify which forms are most meaningful to you and how knowing how others receive respect can transform your leadership. Links: Website Website Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso...

In this episode, Host Sean Olson, interviews Shawn Nason. Shawn shares his story of working with Disney and grasping "Experiences" as a powerful movement in leadership. He is now known as the "Experience Evangelist" and clues us in on how experiential values can move your company forward. He wil entertain us and he educates us. Links: LinkedIn Website Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

In this episode, Host Sean Olson, interview Victoria Pelletier. She shares how she accomplished so much at a young age and developed the skills to overcome and be resilient. She invites you in to learn about what it really means to be "Strategically Intentional" in all that you do as a leader. You will leave with some great nuggets of wisdom and inspriation to push forward. Links: Linked...

Dai Manuel is a vibrant personality with a passion for life and impacting others. You will captivated by his personality and drawn to his practical tips of bringing out your best life and leadership. Everything in life is about change. Dai helps you navigate that change more effectively. Links: Website Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn TikTok YouTube Pinterest Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...