Success Secrets and Stories

Send us Fan Mail This episode explores the heart of love and responsibility, showcasing how these concepts drive fulfillment in both personal and professional realms. By connecting Curly's wisdom from "City Slickers" to modern leadership practices, we discuss the vital attributes of love and their impact on creating accountable and nurturing environments. • Exploring Curly’s wisdom...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to a motivated workforce and revolutionize your leadership approach with insights that can propel your company to new heights. Imagine a workplace brimming with enthusiasm, dedication, and a proactive attitude—where absenteeism and disengagement are relics of the past. Join us, John Wandolowski and Greg Powell, as we unpack the pivotal role of motivation in boos...

Send us Fan Mail Explore the transformative power of employee wellness programs with Greg Powell and me, as we uncover why 83% of employees are ready to leave workplaces that neglect their well-being. Discover the key to unlocking superior productivity and retention by harnessing holistic wellness initiatives that address mental, physical, and emotional health. Drawing on Livia Martini's from...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets of time management and transform the way you tackle both your professional and personal responsibilities. Tune in as we explore how prioritizing tasks, setting realistic deadlines, and identifying your most productive hours can dramatically increase your job satisfaction and efficiency. We shared the insights from Sophie Lee Reiter of Culture Amp article , while...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets of effective leadership with insights from the acclaimed executive coach, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, as we unpack his renowned methodologies on behavioral change and external triggers. Journey with us through the concepts from John Wondolowski’s newly released audiobook, "Building Your Leadership Toolbox," and discover how Goldsmith’s book "Triggers&...

Send us Fan Mail What if unraveling the nuances of your subconscious could revolutionize your approach to leadership? This episode promises to illuminate the transformative power of self-awareness, anchored by insights from Craig Dickerson's thought-provoking article in the Harvard Business Review. Join us as we navigate the ladder of inference, a groundbreaking model that reveals how persona...

Send us Fan Mail Can ethical behavior truly be the foundation of business success? Explore how integrity and accountability can transform the workplace into a bastion of respectability and achievement. Drawing from Elmarie Pretorius's seven guidelines for fostering integrity, we uncover the strategies that help build a company culture rooted in ethics. From hiring employees who embody integri...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to building trust and transparency in your organization with insights from our latest episode featuring Greg Powell and myself, John Wandolowski.  What if the key to a thriving and cohesive work environment lies in the way your team communicates and collaborates? We dive into stories of success and challenge, drawing from firsthand experiences and Alex York&apos...

Send us Fan Mail What if your introversion could actually be your superpower in leadership? Join us as we explore this intriguing idea with Sharissa Deppen, the dynamic CEO and founder of Leadership Mastery Alliance. She shares her compelling journey from a corporate tech career to empowering introverted women to lead authentically and effectively. Sharissa's personal story of burnout and dis...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to becoming a resilient leader and transform challenges into opportunities for growth. Join John Wandolowski and Greg Powell on Success Secrets and Stories as we explore the pivotal role of resilience in leadership. We promise you'll walk away with practical tips on how to enhance your decision-making and motivational skills by harnessing the power of resil...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secret to becoming a successful leader in today's fast-paced business world by mastering adaptability over intelligence or strength. Our latest episode promises to arm you with the essential traits of an adaptable leader, inspired by Keith Keating’s insights on the ATD blog. Discover how flexible thinking, strategic planning, and an insatiable curiosity can transfo...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to fostering genuine connections and trust within your team as we unpack the transformative power of empathy and compassion in leadership. Inspired by the insightful work of Michelle Bonteere, in the Harvard Business Review, we delve into the surprising gap between leaders' perceptions and employees' actual experiences with empathy. While a significant...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to building a powerhouse team with insights from Greg Powell, an HR professional and co-host of Success Secrets and Stories. We promise you'll come away with a fresh perspective on the hiring process, learning how leaders can shape a resilient team by hiring people who surpass their own skills. Greg shares his extensive experience from the IT sector, reveal...

Send us Fan Mail Can fun at work really be the secret ingredient to boosting productivity and job satisfaction? Join us on "Success Secrets and Stories" as we unpack groundbreaking Forbes.com research by William Arruda that challenges traditional workplace norms. Discover how creating a joyful and engaging work environment isn't just a nice-to-have perk but a necessity that enhances...

Send us Fan Mail Can a simple story really transform the way you lead and manage? In this episode of "Success Secrets and Stories," we uncover the compelling journey of Kenneth Blanchard, the mastermind behind "The One Minute Manager." Discover how Blanchard's innovative use of business fables, co-authored with Spencer Johnson, has revolutionized leadership training by mak...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how the best leaders inspire creativity and innovation within their teams? Join us on "Success Secrets and Stories" as we uncover the secrets of creative leadership with your hosts John Wandolowski and Greg Powell. We’ll explore how creative leaders like visionary conductors use innovation and collaboration to foster a cooperative and dynamic work environme...

Send us Fan Mail What sets an innovative leader apart from the rest? Discover the key traits and strategies that define truly creative leadership in our latest episode. Drawing from the insights of influential figures like Oprah, Tyler Perry, Thomas Edison, and Steve Jobs, we explore how significance, persistence, and the willingness to innovate can transform your leadership approach. Whether it&a...

Send us Fan Mail Leadership is not for everyone," asserts Doug Williams, sparking a thought-provoking discussion on what it truly means to lead. Join us, John Wandolowski and Greg Powell, as we explore the intricate dynamics of leadership through personal anecdotes and real-life stories. Learn how an unexpected leader emerged at a wedding, proving that leadership transcends business confines....

Send us Fan Mail Can the key to becoming an extraordinary leader lie in mastering executive presence and communication? This episode promises to unveil the secrets behind making powerful first impressions and maintaining credibility in any setting. Drawing from Dina Denham-Smith's enlightening article on self-management, we distill four essential steps to boost your executive presence: welcom...

Send us Fan Mail Ever struggled to keep your audience engaged during a presentation? Discover the secrets to making your presentations not just informative, but also captivating and audience-focused. In this episode of Success Secrets and Stories, we unpack Jeff Joyner's strategies from his book "Say it Like it Matters, When it Matters," and show you how to transform your presentati...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secrets to a fulfilling and purpose-driven life with best-selling author Mike Hyatt.  Ready to transform your future? Tune in as are hosts of Success Secrets; John and Greg shares the groundbreaking Life Focus approach, designed to make life planning enjoyable and effective by gamifying the process.  Together, author Mike Hyatt with co-author Daniel Harkavy, and their b...

Send us Fan Mail What if you could shift your mindset from scarcity to abundance and transform your life? This episode promises to equip you with invaluable tools for cultivating gratitude and manifesting success. Join our hosts John Wandolowski and Greg Powell as they are inspired by the wisdom of best-selling author Mike Hyatt and researcher Brené Brown. They uncover how constant comparisons can...

Send us Fan Mail How can leaders truly embrace accountability without falling into the trap of blame-shifting? Discover the transformative power of personal responsibility in leadership as we unpack Michael Hyatt's insights on accountability from his article on Full Focus. Join John Wandolowski and Greg Powell as they dissect the famous phrase "The buck stops here," originally coine...

Send us Fan Mail Are leadership and management really two sides of the same coin, or do they demand entirely different skill sets? Uncover the profound distinctions between these roles as we dissect Seth Godin's thought-provoking speech at the Nordic Business Forum. We'll revisit historic milestones like Henry Ford's assembly line and McDonald's operational model to understand...

Send us Fan Mail Can you imagine landing your dream job without ever stepping foot in a college classroom? That’s exactly what we explore in this enlightening episode of Success Secrets and Stories. With insights from Jeff Mazur's Harvard Business Review article, we dissect the shifting landscape of job qualifications and how the Great Resignation has reshaped hiring practices. Learn how comp...