The Leadership Vision Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this final episode of 2024, Nathan Freeburg reflects on the concept of Ma , a Japanese idea of the "space in between" that fosters creativity, clarity, and connection. Inspired by Albert Read's The Imagination Muscle , Nathan explores how Ma can enrich leadership, parenting, and daily life by valuing pauses, silence, and purposeful disconnect. Through personal st...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast , we sit down with Anders Indset, philosopher, futurist, and author of The Viking Code . Anders shares his insights on how leaders can bridge individualism and collectivism to build high-performance cultures that are deeply rooted in shared values. Drawing inspiration from his Norwegian roots and global observations, Anders explores...

Send us Fan Mail In this special Thanksgiving episode, The Leadership Vision Podcast explores the transformative power of gratitude and practical ways to make it a daily habit. Nathan Freeburg and co-hosts Brian and Linda Schubring discuss the neuroscience behind gratitude, its impact on mental and physical health, how it strengthens relationships, and how it enhances life at work and home. The ep...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast , host Nathan Freeburg and Dr. Linda Schubring welcome Konstantinos Apostolopoulos, also known as Coach Kon. As the founder and CEO of Fresh Biz Solutions and author of The Engagement Blueprint: Building a Culture of Commitment and Performance , Coach Kon brings decades of experience to the conversation. Together, they discuss his i...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring explore what alignment truly means in team settings—dispelling the myth that alignment requires conformity. Using metaphors from nature, like the organized flight patterns of geese and the dynamic, colorful movement of flamingos, they delve into the complexities of alignment...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast , Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring sit down with Russell Harvey , known as “The Resilience Coach.” With over 20 years in leadership and resilience coaching, Russell shares his mission to impact 100,000 people by 2025. In this engaging and insightful conversation, Russell redefines resilience—not as merely bo...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision podcast, we dive into our archives of interviews we've done with guests to talk about Strategic Resilience in Leadership with insights from four distinguished leaders. Featuring interviews with Rich Horwath, Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, Martin Gonzales, and Amy Schoenthal, the episode covers essential topics including strategic thinking...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we chat with Maggie Olsen, founder and CEO of Nova, Chief of Staff, about her dynamic role and extensive experience serving high-level leaders at Nordstrom, Starbucks, and T-Mobile. Maggie sheds light on fostering entrepreneurship, navigating feedback, maintaining consistency in leadership, and the nuances of emotional regulation f...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision podcast, hosts Nathan Freeburg, Brian Schubring, and Dr. Linda Schubring discuss how recurring themes in leadership and team structures can shape cultural change within organizations. Drawing from their experience with a particular leadership team, they explore nine universal themes—climate, optimism, investment, vision, buy-in, accountabil...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we have the pleasure of talking with Dr. Andrea Hollingsworth, the founder of Hollingsworth Consulting and author of ' The Compassionate Advantage. ' She shares her journey from academia to consulting and emphasizes the growing importance of compassionate leadership in our modern world. Together, we explore crucial strate...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we discuss the concepts of trust and psychological safety and their impact on team innovation and resilience. The discussion explores core ideas, practical steps, and actionable strategies for fostering an environment where team members feel safe to share ideas without fear of negative consequences. The conversation also touches on...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision podcast, we sit down with Dennis Stevens, an enterprise Agile coach and founder of OrgWright with 30 years of experience. We discuss the evolving relevance of Agile principles and practices, particularly in the context of the post-pandemic business world. The conversation explores the difference between superficial Agile practices and foste...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we discuss our comprehensive and customizable approach to cultivating a successful executive environment. Emphasizing the importance of investing in executive growth, we explore how personalized executive sessions, team coaching, and succession planning can address the unique challenges faced by executive leaders. The conversation...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, hosts Nathan Freeburg, Brian, and Dr. Linda Schubring reflect on their experiences interviewing guests over the past year. They share insights on team dynamics, the power of authenticity, the importance of listening, and the enrichment of open conversations. The discussion also highlights the guests' generosity, expertise, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we present a compilation of eight little and insightful leadership lessons from Brian Schubring, the founder of Leadership Vision Consulting. These lessons, part of our ' It's What Leaders Do' series, cover essential qualities and actions for effective leadership.  Topics include the importance of genuine care, maint...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we engage in a compelling discussion with Amy Noel, a coach specializing in mindset coaching and mental performance skills. Amy delves into her personal journey and underscores the importance and practice of self-compassion. She introduces the three key components of self-compassion: mindfulness, common humanity, and kindness, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, hosts Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring delve into the history, evolution, and profound impact of CliftonStrengths, a tool derived from positive psychology that has been shaping lives for 26 years. They discuss how focusing on strengths and self-reflection can lead to transformative experiences for individua...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we speak with Derek Newberry, the Head of Organization and Culture Design at co:collective, about the importance of cultivating a purposeful organizational culture. Derek explains the concept of generative organizations that create value for various stakeholders and discusses his background in organizational anthropology.  The conv...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, hosts Nathan Freeburg, Brian Shubring, and Dr. Linda Shubring explore the foundational elements that equip leaders to handle crises, challenges, and the evolving landscape of their roles. They discuss the importance of meaningful relationships, personal places of peace, and intentional practices  for leaders to remain mentally enga...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast , we welcome Paul Epstein , a keynote speaker, author of the new book Better Decisions Faster , and consultant. He shares his transformative journey from a sports executive in the NBA and NFL to a leadership speaker driven by authenticity and impact. Paul discusses powerful, actionable steps to build unshakeable confidence and maint...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring delve into the nuanced use of the language of Strengths to articulate the influence of leaders on their teams. Rather than allowing Strengths definitions to rigidly frame perceptions, they advocate understanding the 'how' and 'why' behind leadership actions first. They discuss three...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, hosts Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda, and Brian Schubring engage in an insightful conversation with Pete Steinberg, President of Innovative Thought and author of ' Leadership Shock: Using Authenticity to Navigate the Hidden Dangers of Career Success .' They discuss the challenges leaders face during transitions, the importanc...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg talks with founder Brian Schubring and former consultant Melissa Hiatt about five essential questions leaders can use to foster courage, gain clarity, manage emotions, define success, seek support, and set boundaries . They discuss how these questions have been applied in real-world scenarios and provide practical a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision podcast,  Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda, and Brian Schubring sit down with Martin Gonzalez, creator of Google's effectiveness founders project and author of ' The Bonfire Moment.' Martin shares insights on the importance of addressing people-related issues in startups, the value of high-quality feedback, and strategies for foste...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, host Nathan Freeburg introduces the upcoming Strengths Communicator Training led by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring. This program is aimed at helping leaders understand and apply strength-based approaches to foster positive team cultures. Participants of past cohorts, Brian Peters and Sarah Simon, share their experiences and the tran...