Read to Lead Podcast

Filled with keen economic insight and advice for citizens, executives, policy makers, and educators, When More Is Not Better is the must-read guide for saving democratic capitalism. The post 341: When More Is Not Better with Author Roger L. Martin first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

What a treat to chat with the co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series, Mark Victor Hansen. Here we dive into his latest book Ask: The Bridge From Your Dreams to Your Destiny. The post 340: The Bridge From Your Dreams to Your Destiny with Mark Victor Hansen first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

Join me as I discuss relationships, race, and family in this episode with psychologist, speaker and author Dr. Michelle Deering. The post 339: What Mothers Never Tell Their Daughters with Dr. Michelle Deering first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

In this 20th anniversary edition of 48 Days to the Work (and Life) You Love, you will find everything you need to move you toward finding - or creating - work you love in just 48 days. The post 338: 48 Days to the Work (and Life) You Love with Dan Miller first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

Change (the) Management draws on Al Comeaux's decades of experience in-seat as a change champion and senior executive at well-known companies, as well as decades of research on the subject of organizational change. The post 337: Change (the) Management with Author Al Comeaux first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

The Innovation Stack is an irreverent first-person look inside the world of entrepreneurship, and an inspiring business narrative that's much bigger than the story of Square. The post 336: Building an Unbeatable Business with Square Co-Founder Jim McKelvey first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

One of the amazing things about hosting a podcast, particularly an interview-focused podcast, is the opportunities it presents to meet truly amazing people. A podcast facilitates this in a number of ways. In the case of today’s guest, I first met her after speaking at an author conference she attended in 2018. Her name is […] The post 335: How to WIN in a World of Comparison with Renee Vidor first...

We need to change our mindset.  The phrase “I’m not here to make friends,” is the opposite of how we should think about our workplace. So says my guest today who is an expert on building healthy and appropriate friendships in the workplace. Her name is Shasta Nelson and she was an absolute delight to […] The post 334: The Business of Friendship with Shasta Nelson first appeared on Read to Lead Pod...

When multiple friends reach out to you unsolicited and suggest you consider the same author, you pay attention. First, thank you to Clark Buckner and Jeff Sanders. They know an amazing guest when they see one and were both quick to alert me. Who is it they’re recommending? None other than Nashville entrepreneur Michael Brody-Waite. […] The post 333: Great Leaders Live Like Drug Addicts with Michae...

In Knockout Networking, Michael Goldberg provides you with the same lessons he's shared with industry titans, helping anyone become an expert at prospecting while building and maintaining client relationships. The post 332: Knockout Networking with Michael Goldberg first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

How's the Culture in Your Kingdom? introduces relevant examples, compelling stories, and common-sense concepts that prepare leaders to lead their own kingdom. The post 331: How’s the Culture in Your Kingdom? with former Disney VP Dan Cockerell first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

I learned a ton about leadership from hockey's greatest minds, thanks to @CraigCustance. He's my guest this week on #ReadtoLead. The post 330: Leadership Lessons from Hockey’s Greatest Coaches with Craig Custance first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

This was the missing piece - the icing on the cake - to my already solid calendar and planner system. The post 329: 3 Steps to Create a Life Full of ENERGY and Live Your Best Every Day first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

Alain Hunkins and I discuss his new book Cracking the Leadership Code: Three Secrets to Building Strong Leaders. The post 328: Three Secrets to Building Strong Leaders with Alain Hunkins first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

Join me as I celebrate seven years of hosting Read to Lead with a way-overdue visit from the one an only @ducttape (aka John Jantsch)! The post 327: The Self-Reliant Entrepreneur with John Jantsch first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

Chick-fil-a VP of leadership development, Mark Miller, brings his 'A' game to the Read to Lead Podcast. The post 326: Win Every Day with Chick-fil-a VP Mark Miller first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

The cofounder and chief branding officer of Red Antler, the branding and marketing company for startups and new ventures, explains how hot new brands like Casper, Allbirds, Sweetgreen, and Everlane build devoted fan followings right out of the gate. The post 325: Building a Brand People Love From Day One with Emily Heyward first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

While technically today’s featured book was released in 2019 (December 31 to be exact), I’ve dubbed it my favorite book so far this year! Upon reading it, I immediately wanted to share it and attempt to teach its concepts to others. That, to me, is the mark of a great book. What is this amazing […] The post 324: The Future of Behavior Design with Dr. BJ Fogg first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast...

If you’re not a big fan of the sound of your own voice, you’re certainly not alone In fact, that opinion puts you squarely in the majority. Most people can’t stand the way they sound. Remember hearing your recorded voice played back for the first time? Yeah. Probably not fun. Most of us are not […] The post 323: Using Authority, Warmth, and Energy to Get Exceptional Results first appeared on Read...

One of my favorite people (and not just one of my favorite authors) is this guy! The goofy-acting one in the pic below. His name is Mike Michalowicz, and this episode marks his third appearance on the podcast. You can find those other two here and here (he also appeared as part of my Boss-Free Virtual […] The post 322: The Vital Change That Will Level Up Your Business with Mike Michalowicz first a...

One of the greatest things about creating something like a podcast is the doors it opens, allowing you to meet people you wouldn’t have otherwise met. For me, one of those people is Sherri Griffin. In her words, she is Read to Lead’s biggest fan. Who am I to argue? It’s because of Sherri that […] The post 321: Habits of a Champion with Dana Cavalea first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

Sometimes those in my network will suggest authors for the show they know personally. When this happens, I’ve been known to be skeptical. Though we have the best of intentions, it can be difficult not to recommend someone we personally like, even if their work is just ‘okay.’ As soon as I cracked open this […] The post 320: Maximize Profits by Investing in Your People with Sherry Deutschmann first...

What an honor it is to be asked to participate in the launch of the 30th Anniversary Edition of the #1 business book of the 20th century! And what a treat it is to talk to the son and namesake of the author himself, Mr. Stephen M. R. Covey. I can honestly say, if the […] The post 319: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People 30th Anniversary Edition first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast .

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Leading change at your organization can be a daunting proposition while you face mounting pressure for growth. As a senior leader, what should be an exciting time for your organization becomes a challenge, leading to a fear of change and the belief that change is hard. Pam Marmon shares a refreshing and radical truth: With the proper process, change is not hard.