SmikleSpeaks

I heard a sermon that made me think a lot about fundamental leadership responsibilities. The minister, retired Bishop Frank Madison Reid, III, titled his message encourage, equip and empower. Aren’t those the things that leaders are supposed to do? Today I'm going to expand on each of them so that we, myself included, can be inattentional uplifters.

There are many quiet, highly effective leaders in organizations, in communities, in families. They don’t have titles or formal authority. They’re able to get things done through others, to have real influence. How does it happen that some people are able to make things happen without formal power and authority? How are they able to be subtle, effective leaders? These people have referent power. Th...

William G. Mantyh MD is a behavioral neurologist who provides early detection and accurate diagnosis of neurodegenerative disease. While Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, Dr. Mantyh also specializes in other causes of progressive cognitive or behavioral loss. Dr. Mantyh is also a clinician-scientist who actively publishes in the area new biomarkers and the diagnosis of earl...

There’s a new book that’s already on the best sellers list. It’s about transforming organizational culture. The book is The Champion’s Creed: Transform Your Culture Through the Power of Belief. The author, Ben Utecht, is today's guest. He was an Indianapolis Colt. who was with the team when they won the Super Bowl. He had a deep desire to sing and enjoyed a short career as a singer. But neither of...

Event the best intentioned collaborations can suffer from breaches in trust. It is often not intentional. Yet, it still happens. In this episode we will focus on how to rebuild broken trust.

Matt Picard has first-hand knowledge of brain matters. After suffering two serious hits in lacrosse and football he started on a difficult journey towards recovery from prolonged post-concussive syndrome. He sought treatment from a wide range of medical professionals, including neurologists, neuroscientists, orthopedics, optometrists, neuro-ophthalmologists, dietitians, functional neurologists, an...

Dr. Jen Douglas helps us focus on self-doubt, specifically how not to let it take control. A frequent guest, she is the author of Freedom From Perfection. This workbook is a great tool that just about anyone can use. Jen holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from San Diego State University and was on the faculty at Stanford University. She currently has a private therapy practice, offers workshops, a...

Trust is foundational in all healthy relationships. That certainly includes relationships between leaders and followers. Let's delve into strategies leaders at all levels can use to build trust.

Dr. Carrie Hersh, nationally recognized expert on MS and neuroimmunology, has a passion for wellness. We continue our discussion of burnout, cause and cures.

Dr. Michael Horowitz is the Chancellor of The Community Solution Education System, a nonprofit consortium of six colleges and universities: The Chicago School, Pacific Oaks College & Children’s School, The Colleges of Law, Saybrook University, Kansas Health Science University, and University of Western States – each offering an array of on-ground, hybrid, and/or online programs. Under Horowitz...

Dr. Michael Horowitz is the Chancellor of The Community Solution Education System, a nonprofit consortium of colleges and universities. He holds a B.A. in Psychology from Columbia University and a Ph. D. in Clinical Psychology from Northwestern University. He volunteers his expertise to the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) as Chair of accreditation visit teams. He has a passio...

Dr. Carrie Hersh takes us deeper into our exploration of burnout, it's causes, and prevention. She shares her very personal story of how she recovered from this trying experience. Dr. Hersh is a fierce advocate for wellness. She directs the Cleveland Clinic's MS Health and Wellness and Professional Engagement programs. She is Associate Program Director of the MS and Neuroimmunology Fellowship.

Thank you for the many inquiries about how this podcast began. And, how my career began. Today I'm sharing my story.

Dr. Michael Horowitz is a nationally recognized leader in education known for as a strategist and an innovator. Founding The Community Solution Education System in 2009, he forged a new path for the sector to thrive through collaboration rather than competition. A nonprofit, integrated system, The Community Solution unites its colleges and universities through an overarching purpose to advance stu...

Burnout is impacting people all over the globe. It is not respecter of person. It has the potential to be debilitating on many different levels. Carrie M. Hersh, DO, MSc, FAAN shares her very personal journey through burnout to wellness.. She is a specialist in multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology at Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health (CCLRCBH). She is also an Associate Professor...

The world of work continues to evolve and increase in complexity. Brian Powell returns to discuss those complexities and potential solutions.

Allison DeHonney, creator of Buffalo Go Green and Urban Fruits and Veggies is back. She is tackling the nutrition, health outcomes, and hunger. Listen and learn about how she's directing her life's energy to create sustainable positive change that is impacting the lives of many in Western New York.

Brian Powell, attorney and HR executive, is back to discuss issues and trends facing employers and employees across the globe.

Allison DeHonney, founder of Urban Fruits and Veggies and Buffalo Go Green is back with me. She saw a need and did something about it. Her actions are having a positive impact in urban and underserved communities in Western New York.

Matt Picard joins us again to share more about his passion for brain health. He has come through a long process of recovery from 10 diagnosed concussions and post-concussive syndrome. His experience became even more personal when his grandfather was diagnosed with and ultimately passed away from glioblastoma brain cancer. Around the same time, Matt also lost a close friend to ALS, further driving...

Robb King left a great career as a leader in data sciences to found Blume Theory Strategies. The last time we talked he explained what Blume Theory does and his “why” for writing this next chapter. Today we focus on the preparation, the early learning, and the application of that learning.

Allison DeHonney has received numerous awards in Western New York because of the work she's doing with urban gardening. She founded two organizations that are garnering a lot of attention because of the impact they're having on hunger, nutrition, and health. Listen and learn about Buffalo Go Green and Urban Fruits and Veggies.

This short podcast is a relationship refresher. These are things we know and sometimes forget. I want to explore how we nurture our relationships so that they last a lifetime.

Robb King, founder of Blume Theory Strategies, a DC-based consulting firm, is with me to share this next chapter, the creating of Blume Theory Strategies. After a successful career in data analytics he decided to jump into the ocean (true story) and see how well he could swim. His company does evaluations, strategic planning, and coaching for organizations all over the US. Listen as he shares his...

More insights on following your calling, fulfilling your purpose, and having successful career transitions. Russ Snyder, CEO of Volunteers of America Chesapeake and the Carolinas, shares more about how he's continuing to forge forward and create positive life transitions.