The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett

In this episode of The Conversation, Clint sits down with Todd Henry, best-selling author and self-proclaimed "arms dealer for creative leaders," to talk about the power of purposeful creativity. From leading high-performing teams to knowing when to prune old ideas, Todd shares practical wisdom on focus, energy, structure, and building a life that’s both original and impactful. Hear why creativity...

In this episode, Clint continues his conversation with Urs Koenig, leadership strategist and author of “Radical Humility,” to explore why the old top-down leadership model no longer works in today’s complex, fast-moving world. Urs also discusses transparency, vulnerability, and how ambitious leaders can stay humble without fading into the background. Plus, hear why Urs believes today’s leaders sho...

In this episode, Clinton Padgett sits down with Urs Koenig, leadership strategist, executive coach, keynote speaker, and author of “Radical Humility.” Drawing from a remarkable career that spans military peacekeeping, ultra-endurance sports, and high-stakes corporate leadership, Urs shares why humility is essential for today’s leaders. Urs also discusses the core pillars of radical humility, the l...

In this episode, Clint continues his conversation with Eric Stone, author of “Jumpstart Your Workplace Culture,” former Enterprise Holdings executive, and current founder & CEO of Clear Path Ventures. In part two of their chat, Eric shares practical insights on leading effective meetings, creating grassroots culture change, and the power of listening, mentoring, and simplicity in leadership. P...

In this episode, Clint has a conversation with Eric Stone, former Enterprise Holdings executive, founder & CEO of Clear Path Ventures, and author of the award-winning book, “Jumpstart Your Workplace Culture.” During their discussion, Eric defines what workplace culture really means, how to create a sense of accountability without fear, and why attitude, effort, and coachability are the core tr...

In this episode, Clint continues his conversation with David Burkus, organizational psychologist, top-ranked business thought leader, and bestselling author of four books, including “Best Team Ever!” During their chat, David talks about the importance of defining a singular clarifying question to guide team priorities, how empathy can teach you what to expect in someone else’s behavior, and why le...

In this episode, Clint has a conversation with David Burkus, organizational psychologist, top-ranked business thought leader, and bestselling author of four books, including “Best Team Ever!” During their discussion, David discusses what it takes to build high-performance teams, gives insights on creating psychological safety, and shares the importance of connecting a team’s work to a larger purpo...

In this episode, Clint looks back on the best moments from the podcast in 2024, including Emmanuel Caprais on how to improve your people management skills, Sivaram Trikutam on how to tackle complex problems, Dr. Ray Gallant on advice for navigating the unknown, Teresa Lynch on fostering positive and productive team culture, John Miles on the importance of cultivating self-leadership, Karyn Buxman...

In this episode, Clint continues his conversation with Craig Weber, founder of Craig Weber Consulting Group and author of “Conversational Capacity: The Secret to Building Successful Teams That Perform When the Pressure is On.” During their chat, Craig talks about the detriments of using your authority as a sledgehammer, the benefits of having someone on your team who isn’t fully on-board with your...

In this episode, Clint has a conversation with Craig Weber, founder of Craig Weber Consulting Group and author of “Conversational Capacity: The Secret to Building Successful Teams That Perform When the Pressure is On.” During their discussion, Craig defines “conversational capacity” and outlines the difference between high conversational capacity teams versus low conversational capacity teams, as...

In Part 2 of Clint’s impactful discussion with Karyn Buxman, they dive deeper into the strategic use of humor in leadership. Karyn shares advanced techniques for engaging large audiences, the importance of distinguishing between humor for entertainment and humor in the workplace, and how leaders can develop an instinct for when humor is appropriate. This episode is packed with practical advice for...

In the first part of this engaging conversation, Karyn Buxman discusses the common challenges in project management. She delves into the crucial role of communication, the importance of involving key team members in planning, and how to set realistic deadlines to avoid the pitfalls of overpromising. Karyn shares her insights on how humor and positivity can transform team dynamics and drive project...

On the podcast this week, Clint re-visits his favorite moments from the conversations he’s had during the first half of 2024: Emmanuel Caprais Sivaram Trikutam Dr. Ray Gallant Teresa Lynch John Miles Thank you to everyone who has participated during the first part of 2024!

In Part 2 of his enlightening conversation with John Miles, he underscores the significance of a learning mindset and continuous improvement while providing strategies to overcome self-doubt and confront fears. He introduces the concept of a reverse bucket list as a tool for reflecting on accomplishments and shares valuable insights for project managers. This is the second part of a two-part discu...

In Part 1 of his compelling conversation with John Miles, Clint delves into John's inspiring journey from overcoming a childhood accident to rebuilding his confidence and graduating with honors from the Naval Academy. He explores his definition of self-leadership, highlighting the importance of hard work, mindset and behavior shifts, and the psychology of progress. John offers insights on how mana...

In Part 3 of his engaging conversation with Teresa Lynch, Clint explores the essential leadership qualities that drive team success. Teresa, known for her strategic oversight in field operations, discusses how establishing a clear set of guiding principles at the outset of each project facilitates effective conflict resolution and team alignment, especially across culturally diverse groups. She al...

In this episode, Clint continues his conversation with Teresa Lynch, Vice President of Field Operations at Lennar. During their discussion, Teresa delves deeper into fostering a team culture that values transparency and collaborative success. She shares effective strategies for keeping communication open and ensuring that all team members are aligned with the project's goals. Plus, Teresa offers i...

In this episode, Clint has a conversation with Teresa, a seasoned project manager with extensive experience in leading high-performing teams. During their talk, Teresa shares her journey into project management and the key experiences that have shaped her approach. She discusses the essential qualities that distinguish outstanding project managers, emphasizing the importance of being a dot connect...

In this episode, Clint continues his conversation with Dr. Ray Gallant, Vice President of Sustainability and Productivity Services at Volvo Construction Equipment. During their discussion, Dr. Gallant describes Aristotle’s modes of persuasion, gives advice on how to foster open communication, and talks about leading across cultures. Plus, Dr. Gallant shares the best piece of advice he’s ever recei...

In this episode, Clint has a conversation with Dr. Ray Gallant, Vice President of Sustainability and Productivity at Volvo Construction Equipment. During their talk, Dr. Gallant discusses the importance of continuous learning in leadership development, gives advice for managing different generations of the workforce, and shares his thoughts on guiding teams through long-term, innovative projects....

In this episode, Clint continues his conversation with Sivaram Trikutam, Vice President of the WiFi Product Line at Infineon Technologies. During their discussion, Sivaram talks about establishing a shared vision of success in professional partnerships, understanding the nuances of verbal and non-verbal communication across cultures, and leading small-scale teams to large-scale success. Plus, find...

In this episode, Clint has a conversation with Sivaram Trikutam, Vice President of the WiFi product Line at Infineon Technologies. During their discussion, Sivaram talks about Infineon’s commitment to decarbonization and digitalization, his hands-on approach to leadership, and the importance of message clarity in change management. Plus, Sivaram discusses his approach to solving big problems by br...

In this episode, Clint continues his conversation with Emmanuel Caprais, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at ITT Inc. During their discussion, Emmanuel talks about how to be a source of knowledge and guidance for his people, the importance of communicating the bigger picture, and the leadership principles that guide his day-to-day behaviors. Plus, Emmanuel discusses ITT's $25 mill...

On the podcast this week, Clint re-visits his favorite moments from the conversations he's had in 2023. John Zahurancik Cathy Orquiola Doug Bawel Kristen Sanderson Dr. Olga Kubassova Ed Mas Dr. Franklin Chang-Diaz Dr. Brett Walkenhorst David Halm Cheryl Lim Cindy Cookson Rob Mortensen Juan Gutierrez Thank you to all the guests for joining Clint this past year and sharing your thoughts, ideas, and...

In this episode, Clint has a conversation with Emmanuel Caprais, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at ITT Inc. During their discussion, Emmanuel talks about his predisposition for international business, how he transformed himself into a good leader, and why the customer is the ultimate judge of your performance. Plus, Emmanuel discusses overcoming supply chain challenges. This is...