Leadership Career Accelerator: Build Executive Presence, Influence With Impact & Get Promoted

What if your next promotion starts long before your title changes? Many strong performers feel stuck when career growth is measured only by promotions. This episode reframes growth as something that begins when your judgment is trusted, your influence expands, and your contribution starts matching the next level before the organization formally recognizes it. Listeners will learn why real career g...

How much trust are you building—or unintentionally breaking—through your everyday leadership behaviors? In a workplace shaped by constant change, uncertainty, AI, and shifting expectations, trust is no longer a “nice to have”—it is essential for collaboration, performance, and resilience. In this episode, Drs. Michelle and Dennis Reina explain why trust is everyone’s responsibility and how leaders...

What if the fastest way to build a high-performing team is to help people know and care about each other first? Many teams want better performance, but they often skip the relational habits that make strong collaboration possible. This episode shows why trust, caring, candor, curiosity, and courage become more than values on a wall when leaders create simple, consistent moments for people to conne...

What if the key to better meetings, stronger teams, and more creative problem-solving was learning how to improvise at work? Most people think improv belongs on a comedy stage, but this episode shows how the same skills apply every day at work—especially when teams need to brainstorm, adapt, communicate, and solve problems together. Jon Colby explains how “yes, and,” the “magic if,” and simple mee...

Are you learning AI fast enough to stay valuable as work changes around you? AI is quickly becoming part of modern professional competence, and this episode speaks to the growing pressure many workers and leaders feel to keep up. It explains why staying relevant now requires a growth mindset, practical experimentation, and a willingness to adapt instead of relying only on past experience. You will...

Could one drink at a work event quietly shape your reputation, credibility, and future leadership opportunities? Work dinners, conferences, happy hours, and client events may feel social—but they’re still professional environments where people notice how you carry yourself. In this episode, we break down the unspoken rules of drinking at work events and explain how emotional control, judgment, and...

What if your greatest influence as a leader has less to do with being persuasive and more to do with being trusted? In today’s workplace, many leaders are expected to move ideas forward without relying on formal authority. This episode speaks to the challenge of influencing peers, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams by showing why trust, clarity, empathy, and consistency often matter more t...

What if the biggest opportunities in your career come from relationships, adaptability, and unexpected moments—not a carefully crafted master plan? Many aspiring leaders believe successful careers follow a predictable roadmap. Yet some of the most accomplished executives arrive at leadership through a combination of preparation, curiosity, continuous learning, and opportunities they never saw comi...

Do people trust you because they believe you’ll do the right thing… or because they’re simply sure what you’ll do next? Leaders often think trust is the same as approval—but in reality, trust forms when people learn your patterns. Over time, your team watches how you handle conflict, make decisions, and show up under pressure. And that means consistency can build confidence… or caution—depending o...

What if some of the most important leadership opportunities in your life were never part of the plan? Many leaders believe success comes from careful planning, strict control, and predictable outcomes. But some of the greatest breakthroughs in leadership, career growth, and innovation come through unexpected moments, chance encounters, and opportunities we never saw coming. In this episode, Barry...

Why do some teams limp along just “getting by,” while others thrive with passion, engagement, and real impact? The difference often comes down to mindset—and not company size, industry, or even compensation. In this episode, culture strategist Greg Hawks breaks down three core employee mindsets that shape organizational effectiveness: owners, renters, and vandals . Drawing from both workplace expe...

What if 15 minutes a day could stop you from drifting—and quietly put your career on a faster track? Most people don’t get stuck because they’re untalented or unmotivated—they get stuck because work gets noisy, priorities pile up, and they drift. This episode gives you a simple daily reset that helps you stay intentional, build momentum, and keep your growth from getting pushed to “tomorrow.” Lear...

Why are some organizations thriving while others stall? According to Dr. Debra Clary, the missing piece might be curiosity . In this powerful episode, Dr. Clary—an executive coach, author, and former leader at Coca-Cola, Frito-Lay, and Jack Daniels—shares how curiosity fuels performance, unlocks innovation, and strengthens leadership. Backed by research from MIT and decades of corporate experience...

What if the way you handle conflict in your relationship is quietly weakening your leadership and executive presence at work? You may think your professional communication and personal communication live in separate worlds—but the habits you tolerate at home often show up under pressure at work. And when they do, they can erode your credibility, influence, and ability to lead. In this episode, you...

Have you ever avoided talking about Iran (or any hot-button issue) because you didn’t want it to turn into a relationship-ending fight? If you lead teams, manage up, or just want fewer blowups at family dinners and group texts, these conversations can feel like loyalty tests—where one wrong sentence turns into judgment, distrust, and long-term damage. This episode gives you a calm, repeatable way...

What do Genghis Khan, George Bush Sr., extreme sports, and artificial intelligence have in common? More than you think. If leadership feels harder today than ever before — you’re not wrong. We’re navigating a crisis of leadership while simultaneously entering the AI workplace revolution. In this wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation, Dan Jahn shares his journey from Peace Corps roots to...

When uncertainty becomes the only certainty, how do great leaders make smart decisions, grow their companies, and stay resilient—even without a clear playbook? In this deep-dive conversation with economist and leadership strategist Dr. Rebecca Homkes, you’ll learn why uncertainty is not something to survive—it’s something to lead through. Drawing from her global research with McKinsey, London Busi...

Is the economy making you uneasy—and your job or company feel a little less secure than it used to? In a soft economy, anxiety spreads fast. Layoffs feel closer, budgets tighten, and uncertainty creeps into everyday work. But while you can’t control the economy, you can control how you show up inside it. In this episode, Barry Moline breaks down exactly what to focus on when things feel shaky—so y...

Feeling like the economic headlines just got worse—again? You're not imagining it. Layoffs are rising, markets are rattling, and the question on everyone's mind is: what's coming next? If you’re a leader or aspiring one, these moments of uncertainty matter most. But panic doesn’t help—and prediction isn’t strategy. What does help? Knowing the real signals to watch and how to prepare wisely, withou...

Have you ever felt your stomach drop at the words, "We need to talk"? You're not alone—and how you handle criticism in these moments can define your leadership. In this episode, we dive deep into the leadership skills every professional needs to master when faced with tough feedback. Discover how top leaders transform challenging conversations into opportunities for growth, trust, and influence. Y...

What do ancient Masonic tools like the gavel, compass, and 24-inch gauge have to do with modern leadership, discipline, and self-improvement? If you've ever struggled with finding balance, building character, or leading with clarity in chaotic times, this episode will hit home. Drawing from his life as a Freemason, police officer, and writer, Raymond Barry unpacks timeless principles that can guid...

Are you putting off a tough conversation at work? Whether it’s with a colleague, employee, or your boss, delaying these moments can make workplace communication even more challenging. This episode is your essential guide to handling tough conversations at work with confidence, clarity, and true leadership skills. Difficult conversations aren’t hard because the truth is hidden—they’re tough because...

AI integration is transforming the workplace faster than most leaders ever imagined, creating a critical workplace transition that demands new strategies and trust-building at every level. In this episode, discover a clear, actionable game plan to guide your team through the next phase of AI integration with confidence, clarity, and a human-centered approach. If you’ve been wondering how to start...

There are moments in business when everything changes—not just a new tool or trend, but a full rewrite. AI is now one of those moments. If you led through the early days of COVID, you’ll remember the speed, uncertainty, and disruption. That same intensity is back, but this time it’s driven by technology, not crisis. In just months, AI has gone from curiosity to capability, fundamentally reshaping...

Have you ever dreaded delivering bad news—especially when the stakes are high and emotions are raw? Whether you're a leader, educator, healthcare professional, or sales executive, chances are you've faced moments where you had to share something tough. This episode breaks down how to handle those high-stakes conversations with confidence, empathy, and clarity—so you maintain trust and preserve rel...