Lubar Executive Education Podcast

In this episode we talk with Craig Cooke , author of Business Kung Fu, about how you can lead a rewarding lifelong existence, both as the owner or leader of a business and a human being. During our time together we discuss: The five levels of entrepreneurship. How an organization has the potential to take a major toll on your health. Things you can do if you find yourself experiencing health chall...

In this episode we talk with Adam Danyleyko about how business leaders should be thinking about using AI to benefit their organization.  During our time together we discuss: The origins of AI (it's been around longer than you may have thought). How to be thinking about AI for your organization Addressing hesitancy or fears leaders have about AI Who you should get involved from your organizati...

In this episode we talk with Michael Levitt about ways to establish boundaries and manage stress, to prevent you and others around you from burning out. During our time together we discuss: Why so many people fall victim to burnout. How to tell if you are more susceptible to burnout than others. Techniques and tips to combat chronic workplace stress. How you as a leader can help others around you...

In this episode we talk with Beate Chelette about ways to grow your authority in your industry. During our time together we discuss: How to get started being a thought leader in your industry by figuring out what you are good at. Overcoming imposter syndrome by embracing the fact that you aren't great at everything (nobody is). The importance of mindset when it comes to being successful. Fail...

In this episode we talk with Deb Crowe about the benefits of Heart Centered Leadership. During our time together we discuss: What heart centered leadership is and how it compares and contrasts to other leadership styles. The business case for being a heart-centered leader. The link between heart centered leadership and emotional intelligence Best practices for becoming more of a heart-centered lea...

In this episode we talk with Hesha Abrams about ways to embrace conflict and defuse tension when situations get tense at work and in our personal lives. During our time together we discuss: Why arguing and persuading doesn't work. Why we should embrace conflict instead of avoiding it. Best practices for dealing with "difficult" people. How to calm yourself down when you are triggere...

In this episode we talk with Kelly Charles-Collins about ways to create a culture in your organization where people feel psychologically safe to engage in difficult conversations resulting in a more vibrant, respectful, and accountable workplace.   During our time together we discuss: Why there is so much fear around having conversations about accountability, diversity, equity, and inclusion, empl...

In this episode we talk with Kelly Risse about the effects of unmanaged stress, ways leaders can have a better awareness of their stress, strategies to help reduce and manage it. During our time together we discuss: Common misconceptions or myths about stress-management and mindset.  What stress personalities are and how they manifest themselves in people. Techniques to manage you stress personali...

In this episode we talk with Clint Rusch about ways you can increase your chances of making good decisions consistently in a complex and unpredictable world. During our time together we discuss: What leaders can do to consistently make good high stakes decisions in an optimal way regardless of how much information you have (or don't have).  A repeatable process/algorithm for making decisions...

In this episode we talk with Avi Wolfson about how you as a leader can achieve success, and help others achieve success by working through challenges and failure. During our time together we discuss: What "Champion Based Leadership" is, and the importance of finding your inner champion.  Setting your strategy to reaching your goals and achieve success. How to deal with failure and overco...

In this episode we talk with Jennifer Watson about ways leaders and their teams can sustain high-performance as their organization experiences growth, change, and challenges.  During our time together we discuss: The "next level" leadership traits needed in the post-pandemic world.. Why communication is so important  and a key driver of a leader's success. What true wellness and vit...

In this episode we talk with Dan Freehling about driving their career and leadership development  During our time together we discuss: Why "old school" industrial era advice about career strategy is no longer working. The importance of combining what you want personally and professionally with what you can do well. The four meaningful career types. Understanding what "dangerous seas...

In this episode we talk with Seven Turner about ways to resolve employee disengagement so you can have a happier and more productive workforce all while slashing turnover costs.  . During our time together we discuss: How long employee disengagement has been an issue. Ways leaders who are serious about improving employee engagement can get started. Keys to success in improving employee engagement....

In this episode we talk with John Myrna about about how to manage and lead the different types of performers on your team. During our time together we discuss: What should a leader’s mindset be when it comes to the fact that even on a high performing team, you have different levels of performance? Ways to determine which type of performer someone is, then tips for leading and managing them. How to...

In this episode we talk with Deb Curtis about about how entrepreneurs who have a business that is past the startup stage, can continue to grow and possibly expand or diversify into new areas.   During our time together we discuss: The key things to think about when creating a growth strategy. Advice for finding funding sources for your growth. How to avoid the trap of working "in your busines...

In this episode we talk with Jerry Dugan about principles of servant leadership to create more impact as a leader.  During our time together we discuss: What servant leadership is and why it is a great way to lead teams. The four "stakes" of your leadership tent (Trust Building, Empowering, Navigating, and Thriving Together) How to pull yourself out of personal and/or professional rut an...

Compliance is more than just an annual "check the box" type training event.  In this episode, we talk with Tom Fox , the Compliance Evangelist, and host of the Compliance Podcast Network about what all leaders need to know about compliance to protect themselves and their organization, all while fostering a stronger culture of trust and psychological safety.   During our time together we...

In this episode, I talk with Bruno Pesec co-founder of the Norwegian Founder Institute, the world’s premier idea-stage accelerator and startup launch program, about five specific practices for profitable innovation.    During our time together we discuss, Despite the current global economic challenges and headwinds, is it still worth investing in innovation? Five specific practices leaders can lev...

In this episode we talk with Tiffany Barnard about about the importance of continuously expanding your emotional intelligence. During our time together we discuss: Why one emotional intelligence workshop isn't enough. Common challenges workers are facing as a result of the pandemic. How different generations view work and burnout. The importance and benefits of having a coach.  How to assess...

In this episode we talk with Rahul Sharma about about strategies to help speakers and leaders better engage their listeners. During our time together we discuss these questions and topics: Common areas of opportunity for growing as a leader. How leaders can take some control back into their days. The importance of mindset and how to change it. How great leaders use "self-talk". Ways to d...

In this episode we talk with John Henny about about strategies to help speakers and leaders better engage their listeners. During our time together we discuss these questions and topics: Why confident speakers captivate us. Commonalities between great speakers and singers. How you can overcome the fear of public speaking and imposter syndrome.   Common challenges speakers and leaders face when try...

In this episode we talk with Glenn Parker about about positive influence leadership and how it can help you lead during a crisis. During our time together we discuss these questions and topics: What positive influence leadership is. Common challenges leaders faced during COVID-19. What was effective in addressing needs of employees and customers during COVID that can be applied during future times...

In this episode we talk with Alec Pearson about about the importance of focusing on your strengths as a leader. During our time together we discuss these questions and topics: What is strength and core energy coaching? What common things are influencing today's leaders and holding them back? Why should you NOT focus only on building weaknesses? When to focus on building an area of weakness. K...

In this episode we talk with Sunitha Sandeep about about how women leaders achieve personal and professional success.   During our time together we discuss these questions and topics: Is it possible for women leaders to have personal and professional success? Despite knowing that it's possible to have personal and professional success, why are so many modern day women burned out? What are the...

In this episode we talk with  Derrick Van Mell about whether or not being a manager is “a calling” or a job. During our time together we discuss: Is leadership a calling? How does someone know if they really should be a manager? The impact of "Management as a Calling" outside the workplace. How leaders can join the movement of building better managers. If you are interested in learning m...