Leadership Explored

Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 13 Runtime: Approximately 52 minutes Release Date: September 9, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: In this episode of Leadership Explored , Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund tackle the loaded and often misunderstood concept of the “10x” contributor — the supposed rock star performer who delivers 10 times the results of an average...

Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 12 Runtime: Approximately 38 minutes Release Date: August 26, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: In this episode of Leadership Explored , Ed and Andy tackle a silent but persistent leadership trap—the belief that only certain types of work really count. Whether it’s documentation, planning, reporting, or mentoring, these “invi...

Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 11 Runtime: Approximately 41 minutes Release Date: August 12, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: In this episode of Leadership Explored , Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund dive into one of the most misunderstood aspects of organizational life: bureaucracy. Is it a blocker—or a builder? A burden—or a blueprint? While bureaucracy of...

Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 10 Runtime: Approximately 38 minutes Release Date: July 29, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: Language is one of the most overlooked tools in a leader’s toolkit—but it might be the most powerful. In Episode 10 of Leadership Explored , Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund break down how everyday language choices shape culture, trust,...

Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 09 Runtime: Approximately 45 minutes Release Date: July 15, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: In this episode of Leadership Explored , Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund unpack the illusion of certainty and the pressure leaders face to perform confidence even when the path forward is murky. From overly optimistic project forecasts...

Feedback Part 2 – Receiving Feedback: How to Grow from Criticism Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 08 Runtime: Approximately 35 minutes Release Date: July 1, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com 🎙 Episode Description: In part two of our series on feedback, Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund flip the script—from giving feedback to receiving it. Let’s be honest: even when feedback is deliv...

Feedback Part 1 - Giving Feedback: How to Do It Right Hosts : Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode : 07 Runtime : Approximately 40 minutes Release Date : June 17, 2025 Website : leadershipexploredpod.com 🎙 Episode Description: In part one of this two-part series on feedback, Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund dive deep into what it takes to give effective feedback—the kind that’s actually useful, time...

Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 06 Runtime: Approximately 30 minutes Release Date: June 3, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: In this episode of Leadership Explored , Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund tackle the comparison trap —a leadership challenge that impacts individuals, businesses, and teams alike. While benchmarking against industry giants like Google, A...

Remote-First Organizations The Reality of Remote First: Why It’s More Than Just Location Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 05 Runtime: Approximately 45 minutes Release Date: May 20, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: In this episode of Leadership Explored , Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund tackle the realities of remote-first organizations. While many companies t...

Is Character Fate: Hiring for Character – Does It Predict Success? Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 04 Runtime: Approximately 45 minutes Release Date: May 6, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: In this episode of Leadership Explored , Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund dive into the nuanced and sometimes controversial topic of hiring for character. Organizations in...

Leadership Ethics – Why Integrity Matters in Leadership Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 03 Runtime: Approximately 42 minutes Release Date: April 22, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: In this episode of Leadership Explored , Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund take a deep dive into the critical role of ethics in leadership. In an age where the speed of information...

Pros and Cons of RTO Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 02 Runtime: Approximately 40 minutes Release Date: April 8, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: In this episode of Leadership Explored , Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund dive into the hot topic of Return-to-Office (RTO) policies. With many organizations navigating the post-pandemic shift, the pros and cons of...

Welcome to Leadership Explored Hosts: Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund Episode: 01 Runtime: Approximately 20 minutes Release Date: April 8, 2025 Website: leadershipexploredpod.com Episode Description: Welcome to the very first episode of Leadership Explored — a podcast for curious, thoughtful, and intentional leaders. In this inaugural episode, co-hosts Ed Schaefer and Andy Siegmund introduce themsel...

Leadership isn’t what it used to be. Workplaces are evolving, expectations are shifting, and leaders today face more complexity than ever before. That’s why we created Leadership Explored —a podcast where we take an honest look at what it really takes to lead in today’s world. We’re diving into the challenges leaders face, the decisions that shape teams and organizations, and the strategies that a...

Leadership today is more complex than ever. The way we work is changing, expectations are shifting, and leaders are facing new challenges every day. That’s why we’re launching Leadership Explored —a podcast that takes a real, thoughtful look at what it means to lead in today’s world. We’ll dig into the decisions, challenges, and mindset shifts that leaders need to navigate to be effective. Join An...

Leadership isn’t what it used to be. Workplaces are evolving, expectations are shifting, and the old playbook doesn’t cut it anymore. That’s why we’re launching Leadership Explored —a podcast about what it really takes to lead today. We’re diving into the challenges leaders face, the decisions that shape teams and organizations, and the strategies that actually make a difference. Join Ed Schaefer...

Leadership is evolving, and the old playbook isn’t enough anymore. That’s why we’re launching Leadership Explored —a podcast about what it really takes to lead in today’s world. 🎙️ First episodes drop April 8, 2025 —subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts! Funk Game Loop Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/lice...