Partnering Leadership

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Rishad Tobaccowala, Author of Restoring the Soul of Business, talks about the turd on the table, the story behind his book, and his perspective on the future of work. Some highlights: Rishad Tobacocowala’s view on the role of data in business Leading organizations through change  Team communication strategies Rishad Tobaccowala’s five characteristics of le...

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, A. Scott Bolden, Managing Partner of the Washington, D.C. office of Reed Smith, talks about his background and history, failures, and successes that led him to make a real difference. Some highlights: What motivated Scott Bolden to practice law Tips for aspiring leaders to achieve success Events and setbacks in Scott Bolden’s life that made him value humil...

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Victor Hoskins, President and CEO of Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, shares how his upbringing influenced him and the many successes and challenges Victor has faced along the way. Some highlights: The value of education Understanding poverty and how it motivated Victor Hoskins The story behind majoring in Urban Studies at Dartmouth How to im...

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Scott Kratz, Vice President of Building Bridges Across The River, talks about how the pandemic crisis accelerated his organization's focus on partnering to better serve the community. Antifragile leadership in action. Some highlights: The crisis as a moment for antifragility and antifragile leadership How Building Bridges adjusted to serve the immedia...

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Lyles Carr, Senior Vice President of The McCormick Group, shares how his upbringing and value system influenced his commitment to giving back to the community, helping found and supporting dozens of organizations in the Greater Washington DC region.  Some highlights: How Lyles Carr’s childhood gave him a better understanding and appreciation for others Lyl...

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Trond Arne Undheim, Author of Leadership From Below, Disruptive Games and Pandemic Aftermath, shares his views and ideas on leadership, the pandemic and future of work. Some highlights The fundamentals of leadership Trond Undheim’s perspective on being a futurist Five possible post- pandemic scenarios Trond Undheim explains why technology cannot compete wi...

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Alex Orfinger, Publisher The Washington Business Journal, shares what drives him, how he came to lead The Washington Business Journal, and his thoughts on major community issues in the Greater Washington DC region.  Some highlights: The impact of Alex Orfinger's grandfather on his life Struggles of identity and finding the right path Alex Orfinger&apo...

In this episode of the Partnering Leadership Podcast, Charito Kruvant, Founder & Board Chair Creative Associates International, talks about her childhood, what inspired her to focus on education and conflict resolution, and leadership lessons she has learned on her journey.   Some highlights: Charito Kruvant’s pride in being different The difference between schooling and education How being dy...

In this episode, Mahan Tavakoli talks about the concept of antifragility and its value in leading your team and organization through disruption and uncertainty. Main takeaways from this episode: Understanding antifragility in our daily lives The benefit of becoming antifragile The need for antifragility in the organization The necessity for leaders to truly embrace antifragile leadership Mentioned...

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mary Abbajay, President Careerstone Group and author of Managing Up, talks about her story of resilience, journey to leadership transformation and becoming a successful consultant and author. Some highlights: 1. How Mary Abbajay overcome her insecurities despite having Bell's Palsy  2. Lessons learned from owning and managing a bar  3. Struggles with...

In this episode: Who this podcast is for. How the best leaders view leadership.   How to change, learn and grow. Follow on LinkedIn Connect with Mahan Tavakoli : Mahan Tavakoli Website   Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn   Partnering Leadership Website