Kerry Siggins Podcast

True courage isn’t in avoiding failure—it’s in showing up, daring greatly, and proving the critics don’t count. Do you have the courage to show up? Welcome to my first solo episode of Reflect Forward in 2025! I’m so excited to kick off the new year with an inspiring discussion on courage, resilience, and embracing vulnerability. Using Theodore Roosevelt's iconic "Man in the Arena" quote as a found...

Jessica Crow is an experienced business leader, consultant, trainer, and coach with deep xpertise in change management, organizational effectiveness, and program management. Jessica is passionate about helping companies bridge the gaps between strategy execution and value creation through targeted strategies that empower people to power and sustain organizational change. In 2019, Jessica founded A...

Leadership isn’t just about driving results—it’s about creating a legacy that endures long after your tenure ends. As we navigate the complex challenges of 2025, legacy has taken on new meaning. It’s no longer enough to achieve short-term wins or meet quarterly targets. True leadership is measured by the positive impact you create for people, communities, and the planet. Designing your legacy requ...

: In a world increasingly driven by algorithms and automation, the ability to connect deeply with others is not just an asset—it’s a superpower. Part 1 of The Leader's Playbook for a Radically Evolved Future" was about expanding your mindset to embrace visionary possibilities. Today’s episode of Reflect Forward will focus on a profound but often overlooked truth: human connection is your most valu...

Episode Insight: For those ready to thrive, the future belongs to the visionary leader with a visionary mindset—the one willing to break limits, question assumptions, and step boldly into the unknown. In this three-part series, "The Leader’s Playbook for a Radically Evolved Future," I’ll take you on a journey to explore the key traits that will define successful leaders in the years ahead. •In Par...

Nicole Kalil is all about building confidence and living your desired life. Nicole’s passion for eliminating gender expectations and redefining “Women’s Work” is both what keeps her up at night, and what gets her up in the morning. Well that, and an abundant amount of coffee. An in-demand speaker, author of Validation is for Parking, leadership strategist, respected coach, and host of the “This is...

For years, I struggled with the idea of quitting drinking. I wrote about it in my journal, promising myself I wouldn’t open that nightly bottle of wine, only to cave by evening. I’d done Dry January and Sober October, but I always returned to my habits. At the end of May 2024, I made a deal with myself: no alcohol for 100 days, no exceptions. By the end of those 100 days, I decided to quit for goo...

Hope Zvara is living proof that change starts with small movements. From yoga teacher to trucking fitness expert, Hope has helped change thousands of lives over the last 20 years using her simple step-by-step strategies and what she calls her "toolbox. As the CEO of Mother Trucker Yoga, Hope is seen as a leader in the trucking industry for health and fitness. Hope has been featured on PBS and Yaho...

Episode Insight: As you explore your strengths, remember by embracing what you do best, you aren’t just advancing your career—you’re stepping into a role that truly feels like your own. Discovering your strengths at work is essential to becoming a valuable contributor and finding fulfillment in your career. However, identifying what you’re truly good at isn’t always obvious. If you’re unsure of yo...

Garry Ridge spent 25 years as CEO building one of the world’s most beloved and recognized branded companies – WD-40 Company – starting with creating a culture of leaders and individual contributors who are genuinely joyful in their work. He refers to this time of his career as his apprenticeship. And now, he fulfills his life’s purpose by transforming his learnings into teachings, extending his gu...

Episode Insight: Success, while highly celebrated, can lead to complacency, stagnation, and, ultimately, failure if we’re not careful. Don’t fall into the temptation to stop pushing yourself once you’ve "made it.” Success, while highly celebrated, can lead to complacency, stagnation, and ultimately failure if we’re not careful. Once you’ve "made it," the temptation is to stop pushing yourself and...

Christopher Marquis believes that purposeful company stewardship is required more than ever. He is the Sinyi Professor at the University of Cambridge Judge School of Business. He writes a regular column for Forbes and his work has appeared in the Boston Globe, Washington Post, Fortune, TIME, Foreign Policy, and Harvard Business Review. His previous books, Better Business: How the B Corp is Remakin...

We all have triggers – those things rile us up, make us defensive and cause us to complain about a situation or gossip about others. Triggers are those moments where a word, action, or situation elicits a reaction that feels disproportionate to the actual event. They can derail our focus, cloud our judgment, and if left unaddressed, impact relationships and productivity. In this week’s episode of...

Bo Parfet is all about making an impact and changing lives. Hspearheads strategic growth opportunities across DLP Capital’s family of companies. He is an experienced senior executive with a passion for “Impact” investing. He graduated with his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Colorado State University. Early in his career, Bo was an investment banker at JP Morgan in New York City and seven years...

Our brains are wired to make assumptions, and it’s a natural part of how we navigate uncertainty. However, when it comes to the workplace, these assumptions can do more harm than good. As leaders, understanding the science behind these mental shortcuts and learning to reframe our thinking can transform how we interact with our teams. And in this week’s episode of Reflect Forward, we dive into the...

Jacob Stoller is a journalist, speaker, facilitator, and Shingo Prize-winning author of The Lean CEO. His latest book, Productivity Reimagined, will be released in October 2024. He has published hundreds of articles on technology and business management methods and is known for demystifying complex topics for general business audiences. Jacob has delivered a variety of keynote speeches, learning e...

In the pursuit of personal and professional growth, many people fall into the trap of constantly measuring themselves against an idealized version of who they want to be or what they want to achieve. This mindset can lead to feelings of inadequacy, frustration, and burnout. I spent much of my life comparing myself to where I wanted to be and underappreciating how far I had come. A few years back,...

Jason Silver is a multi-time founder of kids and a multi-time founder of companies. He gets his biggest thrill helping modern employees and their teams unlock a better way to work—surfing is a close second. He was an early employee at Airbnb and helped build an AI company from the ground up back before AI was the cool thing to do. Today, he advises a startup portfolio valued in the billions on bui...

The only way to do hard things is to do hard things. In life, we often encounter challenges that test our resolve, push our limits, and require us to step out of our comfort zones. Whether it's pursuing a demanding career goal, making a major life change, overcoming personal setbacks, or embarking on a new venture, finding the motivation and confidence to tackle hard things is crucial for personal...

I love the term change readiness and how Stefanie Krievins describes it. Stefanie is the president of The Change Architects, a boutique integration firm dedicated to driving transformation and upskilling in mid-market and enterprise organizations. Because change is now the oxygen we breathe and plans don’t equal action, she designs programs for continuous learning and organizational capabilities,...

Ambition is often celebrated as a critical driver of success, but being ambitious has pros and cons. It pushes individuals to strive for higher goals, innovate, and persist in facing challenges. However, like any trait, ambition has drawbacks if not appropriately balanced. That’s why I thought it would be enlightening to discuss in this week’s episode of Reflect Forward. Join me as we explore the...

Teresa Vozza began her executive career in Human Resources and has over 20 years of experience in leadership, coaching, and peak performance. Initially struggling with confidence and self-image in a male-dominated environment, she transformed through coaching and personal development. She advanced from an insecure HR Director to a successful Chief HR Officer, earning respect and leading engaged te...

Trust is crucial in leadership. In fact, it’s the superpower every leader needs. It’s what holds teams together, builds strong relationships, and drives high performance and growth. In this episode of Reflect Forward, I explore why trust is essential for effective leadership. I share stories and stats showing how trust impacts business success and explore three ways to harness trust as a superpowe...

Joshua Berry is the author of Dare to Be Naïve: How to Find Your True Self in a Noisy World. He is also the Co-founder and Managing Director of Econic, an innovation, transformation, and strategy consulting company and Certified B Corporation. Along with his team, Joshua has partnered with US Bank, John Deere, Procter & Gamble, Nelnet, Ameritas, Omaha Public Power District, Farm Credit Service...

As a leader, you are responsible for making decisions that build your team, develop your people, and shape your organization's future. While the final decision may rest with you, the process should involve your team's voices. Seeking input from your team enriches the decision-making process and fosters a culture of collaboration, trust, innovation and engagement. In this week’s episode of Reflect...