Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts)

Get this right and your top performers and customers won't leave. The easiest way to establish loyalty with employees and customers is also the most overlooked. Gone are the days of the "all-business leader" who leaves all personal aspects at the door. Leaders make a much bigger impact when they humanize themselves with their teams and put their people first. This drives a culture of mutual respec...

There's one leadership skill that determines how focused and motivated you and your team become. Without it, teams get distracted, off task, and burnout. I host Obed Louissaint, SVP of Transformation and Culture at IBM, where he defines this ledership skill and shares a powerful strategy for how to define success. Obed leads the areas of Leadership, Learning, Diversity & Inclusion and Transfor...

Is the vision for your company and team being realized? Isn't that what leadership is all about? Or, have you hit a roadblock getting your vision or your project moving forward? This happens too often when stakeholders aren’t buying in. Leaders must navigate these obstacles and communicate what they are contributing to further the bigger picture of the organization. I host Jonathan Xavier Ozovek,...

Great learners make great leaders! Just like a student, a leader is always asking questions, always gathering data, and using that information to execute action items that impact the bigger picture. No matter what your field or industry is, learning never stops and being a lifelong learner is the key to success. I host Viral Tripathi , Global CIO of Ascendion , where he shares his aha moment when...

Are you knocking your presentations out of the park and getting ahead of the competition? One of the most important skills a leader has is their ability to present. Finding your voice, connecting with your audience, and getting your message across will help you make a strong impression. I host Nicolas Chidiac, Chief Strategy Officer of Razorfish North America, where he shares his insight and techn...

Ideas are the lifeblood of any business, but how often do you get them from your team? Your team likely knows the ins and outs of your business and has helpful ideas, but do they feel comfortable sharing them with you? Leaders should create an atmosphere where everyone feels they can contribute and work together. This results in strong employee buy-in as well as continued innovation. I host Courtn...

Curious leaders are successful leaders. When you're curious, you're constantly learning and growing which helps you become a better leader. You're also more open-minded and creative, which can lead to new and innovative ideas. So if you want to be a successful leader, start by being curious. Many think that being a leader means having all the answers, but that's not true. Leaders need to be c...

Start focusing on the impact you and your team make, not just the amount of hours you work. Leaders oftentimes lose sight of where to focus their attention to take their organization and career to the next level. Take the time to ask yourself what you can do to push boundaries and do bigger things! I host Kelly Scheib, Chief People Officer of Crunchbase, where she shares her strategy for making a...

Why do some teams get results and others struggle? Often it’s focus! Just consider if it's easy to get 10 things done or just one, yet so many leaders split their team’s attention across too many projects. I host David Ross, Chief Strategy Officer at Ascent Global Logistics, who shares a powerful strategy to focus your team and entire business to generate big results. David also serves as Executiv...

The truth is, being genuine and supportive of your teams is the key to creating a successful business. Leaders tend to think there needs to be a clear separation between work and personal life. They fear blurring this line and being their authentic self will cause them to lose their authority and respect, but it is the complete opposite. I host Dr. Susan Dorfman, CEO and President of CMI Media Gro...

Start helping your team succeed by finding out what they are passionate about. Teams that love what they do will make a much bigger impact within the organization and avoid burnout. Leaders need to engage their teams and help create an environment for them to thrive. Are your teams passionate about their work? Do they wake up feeling excited to come in and do their job? Leaders play a big part in...

Can leaders really grow the business in ANY economy? Many say that leaders can't make headway in tough times, but I host CEO Richard Weissman of The Learning Experience, who explains why this isn't true. He shares the powerful strategy he used to accelerate growth during the global pandemic and achieve record growth in an industry that struggled. Richard is also the Chairman and Co-Founder. Since...

Ever overthink things and hesitate to find your leadership voice? Stop being in the background and start evolving your own unique perspective so that you can become a great leader. Find inspiration from those you admire and successful companies driving the way to the next big thing. Every successful leader has their own distinct style. I host Nelson Freitas, CSO of Omnicom, where he shares his exp...

It takes more than money to attract and motivate great employees. It’s vital that leaders communicate a bigger purpose that your team can follow. This keeps your team aligned and focused even in the midst of challenging times. I host Mark Moch, Chief information Officer of American Oncology Network, the fastest growing network of community oncology practices delivering local access to cancer care...

How much does it really cost to lose a good leader? You've worked hard to find and recruit the best talent. Don't let them walk out the door without a fight. The best place to start is with understanding the devastating impact of turnover on your bottom line. ------ This episode is brought to you by Kane Logistics now part of ID Logistics. Th ey've been a US leader in warehousing, co-packing, and...

Leaders fail when they don’t prioritize customer service. Leaders often believe that customer service is the last step of any process, but it should come first because it can make or break your team and your business. Every leader needs a plan to provide customer service no matter where your team falls in the organization. I host Aneto Okonkwo, CEO of Chatdesk, where he shares a simple strategy ev...

Start cultivating curiosity in your team. A team without curiosity is a team that’s vulnerable. A curious mind is essential for learning and growing, so make sure to foster this in your team. I host Jim Weaver, Chief Operating Officer at The Onin Group, who shares three powerful strategies to increase and sustain curiosity in yourself and your team. The Onin Group grew from $10 million in 2001 to...

Many leaders talk about virtual teams and how great they are, but rarely do they share the secret to building a strong one.  I host the Chief Strategy Officer of Grey, Ankit Vahi, who shares a key strategy that helped him create a successful virtual team that still gets results. His team never meets in-person yet still delivers big results. He is an ex-cancer researcher turned advertising exe...

Most people think that success comes from hard work and dedication, but in reality, it's often about making the right decisions at the right time. A pivot is a change in strategy or direction and it's essential for any business that wants to succeed. I host Greg Friedman, CEO at Peachtree Hotel Group, who shares his strategy for successful leadership pivots and why they're key to your success. The...

Most people see failure as a bad thing, but the reality is that it's actually one of the most powerful tools that a leader has. Failure is a part of life, but it's how you react to it that determines your success. You can even use it to your advantage. I host Federal Reserve Bank of New York, Chief Learning Officer, Jeremy Manjorin who shares his personal leadership strategy for turning failu...

Stop continuously following up with your team. Start getting real commitment to drive execution. When you get commitment from your team upfront, you can spend more time leading and less time nagging. It allows your team to take more ownership of their work and hold each other accountable. I host Amar Singh, Chief Operating Officer of Spartan Financial Partners, who shares the powerful strateg...

It's not easy to stay on top of your game. In fact, most teams fall into a complacent trap where they stop trying to improve and stagnate.  As a leader, it's important to fight against complacency and always be looking for ways to improve both yourself and your team. I host Leslie Kass, CEO of Lewis Tree Service, one of the largest providers of utility vegetation management services in North...

Do you have a truth teller in your corner? Someone who tells you the hard truths, even when it's uncomfortable? Leaders benefit from having someone who has your best interests at heart and isn't afraid to speak up when they see something wrong. I host Nickle LaMoreaux, IBM Chief Human Resources Officer, who shares why you need a truth teller and powerful strategy to find one. Nickle leads IBM’s pe...

Many believe that finding talented individuals and putting them together will create an unstoppable team, but that's rarely always the case. It takes a lot more than just hiring good people to build a great team.  I host Ronan Dunne, Executive Vice President and strategic advisor to the CEO of Verizon Communications, the leading US telecoms provider.  He shares the truth about building a...

Stop taking a “wait and see” approach as a leader and start provoking the future. I host Deloitte Chief Strategy Officer and author, Steve Goldbach, who explains why leaders tend to act so tentatively in the face of uncertainty and then shares a powerful strategy to help leaders move forward more boldly and courageously. Prior to joining Deloitte, Steve was a Partner at Monitor Group and head of i...