The Dov Baron Show

DO NOT MISS THIS ONE!!! Executive leadership faces new vulnerabilities. Many leaders privately concede them, but few are willing to talk publicly about them. 'Unthinkable' events since 2014 have revealed a new leadership fragility at the highest levels. The pace of change shows that the uncertainties are greater than ever. Is this the 'new normal?' Thinking The Unthinkable is an investigation into...

We all know that bees are some of nature's best workers, but have you ever considered your organization as a hive? What if you worked in or could create an environment where everyone was a buzz to be there? A People-Centric, Thriving Hive of People who were all purpose inspired? One impact of living in technology driven age has been the ever increasing demand to work. As a result our people can en...

Are you ready for a fascinating conversation? Hold on to your earbuds because your mind is about to be rattled. As we stretch out into the not so distant future of machine learning and sitting at the feet of the A.I gods… Will we know how to stay in touch with "why" we're doing what we're doing, and with the people/humans within our organization? Through Artificial Intelligence and machine learnin...

We all admire what it takes to become an Olympian, particularly in the context of discipline, but could there be a downside when that same discipline is applied to business? You know that whether we like it or not discipline in one form or another is part of what it takes to be a great leader. But have you ever considered that there could be a downside to it? If there is, how can we sort out where...

On this episode we take a look at leaders who without even knowing it, following the herd and why they do! As an outstanding Leader you know: Theory and reality are different! Maybe you can claim to be in the trenches. But can you get out long enough to get some genuine perspective. To be able to actual see, know and deal with the counterproductive business practices going on under your nose? Well...

In case you haven't noticed; the world seems to be in a polarized flux! On one side there seems to be the one time peaceful hippies who are now punching people for disagreeing with them. They seem to find everything offensive and are screaming socialism for all. On the other side; all over the world we have the rise of democratically elected autocratic nationalist leaders, telling folks that they...

The gender gap is it real or is it rhetoric? If it's real, are we actually committed to closing it? As leaders we all know that there's a lot of talk about the need for gender equality (and inequality). But we also know that there are many folks dragging their heels about the ideas of equal pay and gender partnership. So we have to confront the question: is this an issue in your organization?… If...

As a leader, we must become masterful in our relationships. What's the greater priority: Leadership or Relationship? Does it have to be one or the other? If we don't have to choose between the two how can we better bring the two together? Our guest on this episode is Aaron Keith Hawkins is an author, coach and professional speaker on Relationships and Influence. He's an internationally recognized...

Are you a small agile organization, or maybe you're part of a mammoth organization? You could even be a small but rigid company operating like a mammoth. If so, you will really want to catch this episode to find out how to develop an Operating System for Agile Leadership! Of course, you know that we live in the fastest changing time we've ever known. Things that were yesterday's best practices are...

As a leader you've likely asked: Does Social Media Matter? Is it just a bunch of kids looking for validation or is it now power and leverage we need? Entrepreneurs have become todays rock stars because they have created and leverage fame via social media. In fact, some of them are simply famous for being famous. But, does that mean we as leaders should ignore social media? The bigger question is;...

As a leader should you actually be doing far less than you're doing? "Command and control" is an old song that talent are no longer sing along to… However, on this episode we challenge you to look at; has command and control leadership been replaced with the battle cry of "You've gotta hustle"? Everyone from entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuck to the founder of Tesla Elon Musk are all about the hustle....

Are we measuring leadership by the wrong metrics? We often say things like; well you can't argue with the leaders results… but maybe we need to? Have you ever thought about why so many leaders struggle with owning their leadership positions? Furthermore as a progressive, conscious leader you likely understand that a good part of your job is to grow and develop new leaders, but how do you do that w...

What is it that you don't know about your brain that's making you a bad leader? There are heavy demands when it comes to being on the cutting edge. Demands that can disconnect us from those we care about, and most importantly, ourselves. There's always a new trend in Silicon Valley to help busy executives connect with themselves and have clarity. However, trends are fleeting, this week it's Interm...

Mike Tyson famously said: Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face. On this episode we'll talk about: How leaders show up in a crisis, and what you can do when your reputation get's punched in the face. Losing your Reputation can be like losing your virginity. Once it's gone it's going to be very difficult (if not impossible) to get it back. But what if there was a way that you could...

The Taboo that hides beneath your business suit! Leaders and top executives hold positions that convey power, prestige, and competence. However, even if you're flying business class on a long haul flight, you are eating aeroplane food at odd times of the day because you're likely flying in and out of different time zones. On top of that, it doesn't take long for the "glamour" business dinners, mis...

We all know that the game of business has changed...right? If you recognize that reality, then you likely know that the saying, "This is how we do it here!" is the death rattle of a soon-to-be-dead company. But is there a formula by which we can, in a practical and applicable way, raise our game and cultivate a culture that births champions? Well, stay tuned because our guest on this episode is Al...

It can feel like an impossible set of choices: leadership or family life. Being an entrepreneur, growing a business, and becoming a leader seem to be on one side, and on the other there's finding a life partner, maybe having children, and being present for your family. It all seems like an impossible balancing act, one that every leader has to face, and where stress and anxiety become an everyday...

The Truth & Lies about "Balanced Leadership" Every leader has, or at some point will, find themselves looking for balance. But what does "balance" actually mean, and is it even possible? Well, stay tuned because our guest on this episode is Rocky Romanella. With over 40 years of boots-on-the-ground leadership experience, Rocky Romanella is the founder and CEO of 3SIXTY Management Services, a manag...

Creating Conscious Leadership and Conscious Businesses We leaders come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and varieties; as leaders we are all driven. The questions that we so often skip over is: Where are we really driving to, and why? If you are a highly successful leader or entrepreneur, you have likely had at least a couple of moments where you've wondered what's it all about. You've maybe even as...

Are you dealing with feelings of inadequacy? If so, you know they can be crippling! Grab a coffee, sit down, and let's talk about really dealing with Imposter Syndrome once and for all. I look forward to your insights; feel free to share this with others who may need it! P.S. I am very raw a vulnerable in this one (and there is a swear!). To find out more about hiring Dov Baron as a speaker or str...

Stop: Think about yourself as a leader, consider HOW you lead, and then let me ask you: "Would you do that to your mother?" As a leader in any capacity, you know that we all have two sets of customers…internal and external. The external ones are those who buy from you, and the internal ones are those who buy into you, your organization ,and its culture. The truth is, pretty much everyone thinks th...

Can you and I build a culture that improves productivity, performance, and profit...even if everyone's remote? Corporate culture is where the rubber meets the road between leadership and those we lead. Unfortunately, as much as we might intellectually know that, oftentimes leaders don't know specifically what to do to create the kind of culture they want. Furthermore, in an age where more and more...

What are the rules of leadership? When is it okay to break those rules? Are there different rules for those who are not satisfied with simply being a leader, but instead are driven to be great leaders? On this episode, my guest Kevin Kruse and I break all the rules (including our own podcasting rules). You see, on this episode we simply hit record and had one of our great conversations. You quite...

Leadership and the Environment Is a conversation about climate change and the environment relevant to you and I as leaders… or is it just the flavour of the day? Environmental issues are part of the everyday news cycle. But here's the big question: If we think above and beyond either side of the discussion (and the environment being used a political catapult), are these issues relevant to us as le...

In a world where we know engagement sucks, if we are going to be world class leaders, we must have the self accountability to ask ourselves, are we really engaged….Are we fully present and mindful? Forget The Mother of Dragons, on the episode we go Full Monty with the Mother of Mindfulness! As a leader you know that engagement is a very real issue. Too often our employees and team members seem dis...