Leveraging Thought Leadership

What does it take to chase greatness in a world of rapid change? Rajeev Kapur , CEO of 1105 Media and bestselling author, shares his journey of saying "yes" to hard things—from navigating international markets in the early days of Gateway and Dell to leading businesses during a global pandemic. His stories reveal the resilience and courage required to build opportunities where none seem to exist....

What do horses and leadership have in common? According to executive leadership coach and author of The Unlocked Leader: Dare to Free Your Own Voice, Lead with Empathy, and Shine Your Light in the World Hortense le Gentil , a lot more than you might think. In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Hortense shares how lessons learned from show jumping shaped her understanding of empathy, co...

Where do big ideas come from, and how do we make them accessible to the next generation? Thought leadership isn't just about creating new ideas—it's about synthesizing insights and making them available to those who need them most. In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, we explore the fascinating journey of Dr. Lisa DeFrank-Cole , professor and director of Leadership Studies at West Vir...

What if curiosity could change the course of your career? Today on Leveraging Thought Leadership, Laurence Minsky shares how a simple question about advertising portfolios led to a book deal for his first book: How to Succeed in Advertising When All You Have is Talent , that transformed his professional path. From launching an advertising career to becoming an academic thought leader, Laurence dem...

How do you bridge the gap between brilliant ideas and real-world impact? In this episode, Peter Winick sits down with Maxine Mackie , Managing Director of Label Sessions , to explore the art of translating thought leadership into actionable innovation. Maxine shares her journey from working with IBM's research labs to founding a global expert network. She reveals the power of connecting thought le...

What happens when a high-powered attorney decides to tackle fear and anxiety head-on? On this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick speaks with Stephen J. Dietrich , corporate M&A attorney and author of Fear Dynamics: Harnessing fear and anxiety to create lasting happiness and meaningful achievement . Stephen shares how introspection and personal growth reshaped his approach to li...

In this year-end highlight episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership with Bill Sherman, we revisit the journeys of six incredible thought leaders from diverse fields. They share insights into their evolving work, the hurdles they've faced, and the laser focus needed to connect deeply with their audiences. From startup leadership and immigrant entrepreneurship to innovation management and clarity in...

2024 was an incredible year for Leveraging Thought Leadership, bringing insights from some of the brightest minds in business and thought leadership. This "Best of 2024" episode features five remarkable conversations, each offering unique strategies and perspectives on building influence and scaling ideas. If you're looking to lead with impact, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways. Kim...

How do you take an academic idea and turn it into a global movement? On this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Bill Sherman dives deep with Karen and Aneil Mishra , exploring their journey of transforming the " ROCC of Trust " framework into an impactful leadership tool. From the humble beginnings of self-publishing to securing high-profile consulting contracts, this episode showcases the...

What does it take to truly transform and lead authentically? Paul Glover knows. Once a successful trial attorney, his life unraveled due to choices that led to federal prison. But from the depths of failure, Paul emerged not only as a survivor but as a powerhouse coach for C-suite executives. His journey is raw, unfiltered, and deeply inspiring, blending lessons of humility, resilience, and hard-w...

How can an academic bridge the gap between rigorous research and actionable insights for executives? Stephanie Woerner , of MIT's Center for Information Systems Research (CISR), offers a masterclass on this topic in our latest podcast episode. She reveals how her team tackles the tension between academia's slower pace and business's urgent demands by designing projects with rapid deliverables and...

How do you turn ideas into impact and expertise into action? On this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick speaks with Dre Baldwin , Founder and CEO of Work on Your Game . Dre is a four-time TEDx speaker and author of 35 books, including " The Third Day: The Decision that Separates The Pros from the Amateurs " and the creator of the Work on Your Game framework. Together, they unpa...

What if publishing your book was as simple as answering a few questions?  This week, Peter Winick speaks with Dan Curran , a serial entrepreneur and innovator who is transforming the publishing industry with Chapters.io , a groundbreaking platform designed to make writing a book accessible and efficient for first-time authors. He's also the author of the upcoming book  Chaos is a Ladder , bringing...

How do you turn decades of expertise into a scalable thought leadership business? Ruth King , known as the Profit & Wealth Guru, shares her journey from one-on-one financial coaching to becoming a best-selling author and AI innovator. She began by helping small businesses demystify their financial statements, but quickly realized her reach was limited. Writing books became the answer.  Her first b...

What if the key to saving the planet wasn't more regulations or money, but a new kind of leadership? Rajeev Peshawaria , CEO of Stewardship Asia Centre and author of " Sustainable Sustainability: Why ESG is Not Enough " and " Too Many Bosses, Too Few Leaders: The Three Essential Principles You Need to Become an Extraordinary Leader ", joins Bill Sherman on Leveraging Thought Leadership to discuss...

What happens when you mix radical candor with thought leadership? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Kim Scott , author of " Radical Candor " and " Radical Respect "  to explore how leaders can communicate effectively, especially when giving tough feedback. They discuss the importance of honesty, compassion, and clarity in leadership communication, showin...

What drives someone to write a book that is both hard to create and has a deep impact? For Dr. Paul R. Lawrence , former Under Secretary for Benefits and author of Veterans Benefits for You: Get What You Deserve , it was a blend of personal experience and a dedication to help veterans understand and claim their benefits. Lawrence's career in public administration gave him first hand insight into v...

What's the role of spirit in a world driven by bottom lines and business metrics? Today, Peter Winick sits down with Rusty Rueff , an accomplished investor, startup advisor, Co-Founder and Director at Alioth Talent and previously served under President Obama on his advisory committee for the Arts at the Kennedy Center, to discuss the crucial intersection of purpose and the workplace. Rueff, who ha...

What makes some people bounce back from adversity while others remain stuck? In this compelling episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, host Peter Winick welcomes resilience expert Deborah Gilboa . An author and consultant , Deborah helps organizations navigate change with confidence and competence. Her book, From Stressed to Resilient: The Guide to Handle More and Feel It Less , serves as a roa...

How do you cut through the noise to get to what truly matters? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, host Bill Sherman dives into this question with Ann Latham , the mind behind The Power of Clarity and The Disconnect Principle . Ann's journey to clarity began when she asked former bosses and colleagues a surprising question: What do I do best? The answer was clear—she had an uncanny a...

How do you turn a passion for nonprofits into a thriving business? Dr. Sharon Elefant , Founder & CEO of The Nonprofit Plug , joins us to share her remarkable journey. Initially aiming to become a hospital administrator, Sharon found herself running outreach programs for the VA health system across Southern California and Nevada. This exposed her to the world of nonprofits and strategic partnershi...

How do you balance being a practitioner and an academic? In this episode, Bill Sherman talks with Dr. Robert Gordon , interim department chair for analytics, economics, and finance at American Public University about his unique journey from the world of cruise ships and supply chain to academia, research, and thought leadership. Robert shares his experience moving from practitioner to academic, an...

What does it take to grab your audience's attention in the first few seconds? Bill Sherman explores the art of pitching with Joanne Tombrakos , storyteller, marketing strategist, NYU professor , podcaster and writer . and expert in crafting powerful messages. Joanne breaks down the misconception that pitching is just about selling. Whether you're selling a product or an idea, the goal is the same:...

What's the ROI of a business book? Peter Winick and Bill Sherman dive into this game-changing question in the latest episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership. Partnering with industry giants like Gotham Ghostwriters , Amplify Publishing Group , and Smith Publicity , they've launched the most comprehensive study on the ROI of business books to date. Over 350 authors participated, and the results ar...

What happens when your toughest challenges become your biggest opportunities? On this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, host Bill Sherman dives deep with Neri Karra Sillaman —an Entrepreneurship Expert , TEDx Speaker , and Professor at ESCP Business School —about how her early life as a refugee set her on a path to becoming a thought leader and entrepreneur. Neri shares the story of her ch...