The Balancing Act with Andrew Temte, PhD, CFA

Why is engaging in constructive conflict so difficult? Why do we avoid saying the things that need to be said? How can we build the skill of courage so we can have more meaningful conversations? To help answer these questions, we have Justin Jones-Fosu joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Justin is the CEO of Work. Meaningful., is a sought-after keynote/business speaker, and is the autho...

What does it mean to be a futurist? What is the skill of futures literacy and why does it matter in business? How can we improve the skill of decision-making in working adults? To help answer these questions, we have Donna Dupont joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Donna is the founder and chief strategist at Purple Compass. She is an award-winning designer and futurist with experience...

Is earning a college degree the only path to a rewarding career? How can we build more pathways into the world of work? Are more diverse apprenticeship models the answer? To help answer these questions, we have Ryan Craig joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Ryan is a managing director at Achieve Partners–an education-focused private equity firm based in NYC. Ryan is also the author of A...

What are the obstacles to building financial literacy in our communities? How do we grow financial literacy skills in our youth? How can families make progress toward improving their financial literacy? To help answer these questions, we have Irma Neal joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Irma is a partner and certified financial coach at Onyx Rising, is the former Deputy Mayor of Indian...

Are you feeling stuck in your career? Do fear, uncertainty, and doubt overwhelm you? How can you embrace taking more calculated risks? To help answer these questions, we have Anne Marie Anderson joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Anne Marie is a three-time Emmy Award-winning broadcaster and keynote speaker. You’ve likely seen her in the play-by-play booth at major sporting events on pr...

What is The Haven on Main? How can communities around the country create more affordable housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities who have the ability to live independently? How can parents of children with disabilities balance their wish to provide continuing care with the desire to see their children become self-sufficient after reaching the age of majority? To help answer these q...

What does the VP of supply chain do in a major organization? How can proper supply chain tactics enhance business resilience? Why is human skill development essential to effective supply chain operations? To help answer these questions, we have Adam Malone joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Adam is a leadership consultant and keynote speaker, aka, The Tenacious Operator. Adam is also t...

Want to know what it means to be a UN Peacekeeper? How do humility and being a great leader go together? What's the difference between heroic and humble leadership? To help answer these questions, we have Urs Koenig joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Urs is an internationally renowned keynote speaker, bestselling author, and leading expert on humble leadership. He is a former UN milita...

What are the main drivers of heightened workplace anxiety? How do you recognize burnout? What does enmeshment mean and why does it matter? To help answer these questions, we have Dr. Janna Koretz joining us on the Balancing Act Podcast. Dr. Koretz is the founder of Azimuth Psychological and is focused on therapy for the unique mental health challenges faced by individuals in high-pressure careers....

As we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday here in the United States, I'd like to introduce you to my other show, The Saturday Morning Muse. Every Saturday morning, we drop a 7-15 minute episode of the show and explore topics that span leadership, business management, education, and other musings designed to support your journey of personal and professional continuous improvement. This episode of Th...

What is the Norwegian concept of Dugnad and how can it be applied in business? What's the benefit philosophical thinking for leaders? How can we reduce the skepticism that often accompanies a continuous improvement journey? To help answer these questions, we have Anders Indset joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Anders is a Norwegian-born philosopher, deep-tech investor, and former top...

How can we live more fulfilling lives? What does it mean to live your 'why'? What are some of the biggest blockers to employee engagement? To help answer these questions, we have David Martin joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. David is MIT educated, a founder, creator, investor, advisor, coach, mentor, business buyer, and found success early in his career at Oracle, SAP SuccessFactors,...

What's the difference between 'performance' leadership and 'people' leadership? Why should the mental health of your team members take priority? How can you build a workplace that people love to engage with? To help answer these questions, we have Moe Carrick joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Moe is the CEO of Moementum, Inc. in Bend, Oregon - a consultancy providing services in cultu...

What does the chief learning officer in an organization do? Why does the CLO belong in the c-suite of a corporation? How can a leader turn learning into a strategic enabler? To help answer these questions, we have Michael Molinaro joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast. Michael is a senior consultant at Berman Leadership Development and is the former chief learning officer of New York Life...

What's your role in online data privacy? How can you turn your company's data into a competitive advantage? What is the Ethical Web Data Collection Initiative (EWDCI) and why does it matter to your business? To help answer these questions, we have Neil Emeigh joining us today on the Balancing Act Podcast. Neil is the founder and CEO of Rayobyte. Rayobyte is a proxy and data collection company that...

What's your personal purpose? Is your personal purpose aligned with your career and employer? How can corporate leaders define organizational purpose and align that work to the culture they're nurturing? To help answer these questions, we have Dr. Alise Cortez joining us today on the Balancing Act Podcast. Alise is the Chief Ignition Officer of Gusto, Now! in Dallas, TX—your partner in human and o...

How can leaders make coaching resources available for everyone in an organization? How can artificial intelligence be used to enhance coaching outcomes?  To help answer these questions, we have James Lawrence joining us. James is the CEO and co-founder of Happy Companies. Happy delivers plug-and-play AI-enhanced coaching solutions and aims to revolutionize the world of work by empowering people, t...

How can leadership "magical thinking" impact business performance? How can leaders strike the appropriate balance between realism and big dreams for the future of their organization? What are the benefits of focusing on people when contemplating a merger or acquisition?   To help answer these questions, we have Jonathan Bennett joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast! Jonathan is strategic a...

What does it mean to be mentally strong? How can you reduce feelings of imposter syndrome in the workplace? What does it take to find meaning and purpose in a large corporate environment? To help answer these questions, we have Scott Mautz joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast! Scott is a former P&G executive, and is a sought after keynote speaker and leadership consultant. Scott is th...

Do human (soft) skills matter in the construction industry? How can improved communication and active listening boost productivity? How can you become the promise you're intended to be? To help answer these questions, we have Jesse Hernandez joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast! Jesse is the founder of Depth Builder, LLC, a consulting firm focused on helping leaders in the construction in...

What is 'entrepreneurial spirit' and what does it look like in action? How do you establish the courage to change career tracks? What does it mean to 'make it' in the music industry? To help answer these questions, we have Brett Westgrove joining us on The Balancing Act Podcast! Brett is a rising country music artist based in Nashville, is the owner of Brett Westgrove Music, and has a really inter...

How does the United Way make an impact in your community? What are the benefits of a corporate partnership with your local United Way? How can you benefit personally from engaging with your local United Way?   To help answer these questions, we have Mary Kay Wolf joining us on The Balancing Act Podcast! Mary Kay is the executive director of the Great Rivers United Way in Western Wisconsin. Today w...

What should hiring managers know about the employment priorities of Gen Z? How can we bust the myth that Gen Z is lazy? Is it really the case that "nobody wants to work anymore?" To help answer these questions, we have Hannah Dannecker joining us on The Balancing Act Podcast! Hannah is managing partner at the Better Together Group of Companies, a portfolio of North American recruitment and staffin...

How can we make disaster recovery planning a higher priority in business? How can we make the most out of the disasters we face? What are the benefits of disaster preparedness and planning?   To answer these questions, we have Patrick Hardy joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast! Patrick is a disaster preparedness specialist, keynote speaker, and adventurer. He is currently president at Hyt...

How does skill building to support an avocation help support career success? What are the skills new marketing grads need to be successful as they enter the workforce? What makes working in a marketing agency environment a rewarding career choice? To help answer these questions, we have Pat Watters joining us today on The Balancing Act Podcast! Pat is brand media director at the marketing agency K...