The Kind Leader

🎙️ What if emotional intelligence wasn't a soft skill, but the foundation of truly effective leadership? In episode 50 of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori speaks with Barbara Boselli, founder of BNOW Consulting and former leader at global companies like Google and L'Oréal. Barbara shares how a single moment in Google's Search Inside Yourself program shifted her understanding of leader...

  🎙️ What if the secret to unlocking innovation wasn't in a strategy, but in your self-talk? In this transformative episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori talks with Melissa Dinwiddie, innovation strategist and former professional artist, about how leaders can use compassion, play, and intentional imperfection to spark creativity and drive organizational change. With a background...

🎙️ What if excellence in leadership isn't accidental, but the result of daily, intentional growth? In this inspiring episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori sits down with John Gallagher, founder and CEO of Growing Champions Coaching and Consulting. With over 25 years of leadership experience at IBM, Mitsubishi, and beyond, John shares his powerful journey from corporate executive...

🎙️ What if the secret to powerful leadership wasn't starting with strategy, but starting with heart? In this powerful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori speaks with Layci Nelson, founder of Transcend Leadership Collective, about how to build people-centered, high-performance cultures by leading with empathy, clarity, and trust. A first-generation college graduate who began he...

🎙️ What if AI could help you lead with more clarity, empathy, and impact—not less? In this forward-thinking episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori interviews Jonathan Mast, founder of White Beard Strategies and virtual Chief AI Officer, to explore how leaders can embrace AI as a servant leadership tool—not a threat to humanity. After discovering the power of AI in his mid-50s and...

🎙️ What if kindness wasn't just a "nice-to-have" but the most powerful leadership strategy for transforming culture? In this eye-opening episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori chats with Tim Keogh, founder of A Kind Life and host of the Kinder Conversation podcast, about how kindness, far from being soft, is a strategic imperative for creating positive, productive workplaces.  At...

  🎙️ What if your greatest leadership asset wasn't what you say, but how you say it? In this insightful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori speaks with Jimmy Cannon, public speaking coach, behavioral therapist, and former professional jazz musician, about how to find—and own—your authentic voice as a leader. Drawing from his journey from saxophonist and singer to therapist and...

In this powerful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori sits down with Kyle McDowell, Wall Street Journal bestselling author and leadership expert, to reveal how shifting from a command-and-control style to a "we over me" mindset can transform your leadership and your organization. Kyle shares his inspiring journey of overcoming burnout and apathy to create the 10 We Principles,...

🎙️ What if the key to transformational leadership wasn't speaking more, but listening better? In this powerful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori sits down with Oscar Trimboli, bestselling author and host of the award-winning Deep Listening podcast, to explore the profound impact of listening in leadership. With experience guiding Fortune 500 companies and government leaders,...

In this episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori welcomes Dr. Laura Ciel,  transformational mentor, clinical psychologist, and guide for visionary leaders. With a doctorate in psychology, an MBA, and over 30 years of experience, Dr. Ciel shares how her leadership philosophy was forever changed after the sudden loss of her mother 23 years ago. That pivotal event shifted her from a l...

In this episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori sits down with Steven Gaffney, a globally recognized expert on change management, communication, and team performance. They discuss the crucial role of honest communication in building high-achieving teams and how emotional safety is the foundation of effective leadership. As the author of Unconditional Power , Steven draws on his ex...

What if the key to leading others starts with how you lead yourself? In this powerful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , host Gino Degregori sits down with Valarie Sandjivy, adaptive leadership mentor and business coach, to unpack what modern leadership really looks like. Valarie reveals how true leadership begins from within and why emotional intelligence, authenticity, and soul care are now es...

Struggling with toxic workplaces or difficult bosses? This episode of The Kind Leader Podcast is for you! Host Gino Degregori sits down with Eric Charran, a tech executive with 25+ years of experience in digital innovation and AI strategies. Eric shares powerful insights from his book Have You Ever Had a Boss That... Succeeding in a Dysfunctional Workplace, providing a roadmap for thriving in toxi...

Want to create a workplace where employees thrive, stay, and feel truly valued ? In this episode of The Kind Leader Podcast , Rose Ann Garza , award-winning HR executive and Chief Human Resources Officer at Kerbey Lane , shares actionable insights on fostering a culture that attracts and retains top talent . You'll learn: How  corporate kindness directly improves employee retention Why  mentorship...

In this episode of the Kind Leader Podcast, Gino Degregori interviews Susan Inouye, a transformational executive coach, about the evolving nature of leadership in today's workplaces. They discuss the importance of kindness, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence in leadership, particularly in engaging younger generations like Millennials and Gen Z. Susan shares her journey from aspiring filmma...

Katie O'Malley, founder of Encouraged Coaching, shared her fascinating career journey from political science graduate to career coach and leadership educator. After working in political campaigns, nonprofits like the Innocence Project, and commercial real estate, she discovered her true calling in helping others navigate their careers. In 2018, she founded Encouraged Coaching while working at the...

In this episode of The Kind Leader podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Irene Riad, a transformational leader and coach with over 30 years of experience. Irene shares her unique multicultural background, having lived in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the UK, and UAE, which shaped her perspective on leadership and culture. She introduces her Mosaic Integral Leadership System, a framework that integrates m...

Dr. Karen Hills Pruden, founder of Pruden Global Business Solutions Consulting and the Sister Leaders Community, shares her journey from frontline work to C-suite leadership over a 29-year career spanning six industries. She discusses paying $350/hour for mentorship early in her career, which helped her transition into senior leadership. Dr. Pruden emphasizes that kind leadership involves being si...

In this episode of The Kind Leader podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Christopher Seifert, founder of Enabling Empowerment and author of a book by the same name. Chris shares his 20+ years of experience across various industries, including the U.S. Navy submarine force and manufacturing leadership roles. The conversation centers on decision-making frameworks, kind leadership, and empowering t...

In this conversation, Dr. Laura Gallaher, an organizational psychologist and transformational leader, discusses the importance of radical self-acceptance in leadership. She emphasizes that true kindness in leadership comes from a place of self-love and emotional awareness. Dr. Gallaher shares her experiences working with organizations like NASA and Disney, highlighting the role of psychological sa...

In this conversation, Andrea Wanerstrand, a leadership coach and founder of A3 Culture Lab, discusses the importance of kind leadership, emphasizing the difference between being nice and being kind. She shares insights on navigating performance reviews, the significance of a growth mindset, and the cultural nuances that impact leadership styles globally. Andrea highlights the need for honest feedb...

In this episode of the Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori speaks with Delisa Abraham, an award-winning keynote speaker and expert in women's leadership and youth empowerment. Delisa shares her journey of discovering kind leadership, emphasizing the importance of empathy and reflection in leadership roles. She discusses her experiences in the military, the impact of kindness on her daughter,...

In this episode of the Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori welcomes Garrett Delph, founder of ClarityOps, to discuss the essence of kind leadership. They explore Garrett's journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, the importance of empathy and emotional intelligence in leadership, and the significance of managed expectations. Garrett introduces the PIE formula—Professionalism, Integ...

In this conversation, Gino and Mark explore the essence of kind leadership, emphasizing the importance of empathy, self-awareness, and honesty in leadership roles. Mark shares his personal journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a coach, highlighting the transformative power of kindness and the Quantum Leap Technique. The discussion delves into the significance of internal change for ext...

In this episode of The Kind Leader podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Andrew Abela, founding dean of the Busch School of Business at Catholic University and author of "Super Habits: The Universal Systems for a Successful Life." Abela shares insights on kind leadership, the science of habit formation, and how certain "super habits" can lead to human excellence and flourishing. He explains how...