The Next Interview Show

Leadership can be isolating — especially when the pressure to perform outweighs the space to be honest. In this episode of The Next Interview, Doland White sits down with Nick Jonsson, author of Executive Loneliness, to unpack why so many high-performing leaders struggle silently with stress, isolation, and burnout — and what actually helps. This conversation matters for leaders navigating growth,...

Leadership isn’t just about standing in front—it’s about knowing when to stand beside, behind, and in service of others. In this episode of The Next Interview, Doland White sits down with Jim Matuga, founder of Interaction Media and author of Humble Influence: The Strength of True Followership. Jim challenges the traditional leadership narrative and makes a compelling case for why the future of le...

Madison Hollimon, Founder of Mad Marketing House, joins The Next Interview to unpack what it really takes to scale a business without losing authenticity—or your sanity. Starting her agency at just 24 after stepping away from her family’s successful luxury brand, Madison experienced rapid growth, near failure, and a powerful rebuild that reshaped how she approaches leadership, trust, and marketing...

Most leaders don’t set out to damage trust — but many do it anyway. In this solo teaching episode of The Next Interview, executive coach Doland White breaks down three silent leadership mistakes he sees repeatedly inside organizations: coming in hot, constantly changing direction, and going on apology tours without changing behavior. These habits don’t require toxic intent — but they quietly erode...

Leadership for Operators: How to Do, Manage, and Lead In this solo episode of The Next Interview, Doland White breaks down what leadership really looks like for operators—COOs, VPs, Directors, and functional leaders responsible for turning strategy into results. Drawing from decades as a CEO, COO, and President, Doland walks through the three roles every operator must master: doing the work alongs...

Andrew Barnell, Co-Founder and CEO of Geneoscopy, joins The Next Interview to share what it really takes to build a healthcare startup that lasts. From raising capital outside Silicon Valley to navigating the FDA and scaling with integrity, Andrew’s story is a blueprint for innovation, resilience, and leadership under pressure. You’ll learn how to: • Build trust and autonomy so your team can scale...

In this episode of The Next Interview, Doland White sits down with entrepreneur and author Pat Alacqua, whose new book Obstacles to Opportunity explores how great leaders turn challenges into catalysts for growth. From building multimillion-dollar companies to coaching leadership teams through growing pains, Pat shares the systems and mindset shifts behind his 3Cs Framework—Clarify, Chart, and Co-...

Chris Hill, founder of Hands Up Holidays and Impact Destinations, transformed luxury travel by adding purpose to adventure. In this episode, Doland White sits down with Chris to explore how a single experience in South Africa led him from investment banking to creating life-changing, impact-driven journeys. Chris shares how leaders can build businesses where purpose and profit work together, not a...

Air Force veteran, mental health advocate, and transformational coach Kimberly Mitchell joins Doland White to share how military discipline and self-discovery shaped her signature Journey to Joy Personal Transformation System. In this episode, Kimberly opens up about her transition from burnout to empowerment—and how leaders can do the same by rebuilding authenticity, trust, and self-accountabilit...

When was the last time you trusted your gut at work — and were glad you did? In this episode of The Next Interview, Doland White sits down with Rick Snyder, Founder and CEO of Invisible Edge and author of Decisive Intuition: Use Your Gut Instincts to Make Smart Business Decisions. Rick shares how leaders can combine data with intuition to make clearer, faster decisions and build cultures of trust...

In this episode of The Next Interview, John Boggs, CEO of the Brave Thinking Institute, joins Doland White to explore the energetic foundation of leadership and the hidden laws that shape how we think, lead, and inspire. John shares how The Seven Hidden Laws of Leadership—co-created with Blaine Bartlett—help leaders move beyond tactical management to visionary empowerment. You’ll discover why grea...

When real estate developer and author Walker Thrash joins Doland White on The Next Interview, the conversation dives deep into leadership, risk, and human-centered negotiation. Walker—Managing Partner of Vertikal and Founding Partner of the Origin Hotel brand—shares insights from his new book, The Dealmaker’s Will, blending lessons from decades in business with the tension and storytelling of a th...

Leadership isn’t about what you do—it’s about who you become. In this powerful episode, Rick Torrison, author of Born Limitless, joins Doland White to unpack how beliefs shape behavior, why leaders often self-sabotage, and how to replace limitation with confidence and purpose. You’ll learn: The framework that connects belief, behavior, and results. How to identify and replace the lies that limit y...

Transforming ego-driven workplaces into trust-driven, empowered cultures. What happens when a high-performing executive realizes success without purpose isn’t success at all? Kyle McDowell joins Doland White to share how The 10 WEs redefined leadership for him — and how leaders at every level can use them to create impact, trust, and authentic connection. Takeaways: • The difference between activi...

In this episode, filmmaker and storyteller Fitch Jean joins Doland White to explore how storytelling builds trust, confidence, and connection in leadership. From growing up in Haiti to directing award-winning films, Fitch shares how the art of storytelling applies to every leader’s journey—on set or in the boardroom. You’ll Learn: • How to use storytelling to strengthen trust and influence • Why f...

Host: Doland White, executive coach, author of Lead With Confidence, and host of The Next Interview Leadership Podcast. Guest: Jim Huntzicker, High Performance Mindset Coach and author of Mindset Breakthrough: Where Neuroscience Meets Self-Mastery. Description: What’s really holding leaders back isn’t lack of strategy—it’s mindset. In this episode, Jim Huntzicker shares how limiting beliefs, resis...

Success isn’t just about wins in the ring — it’s about the courage to lead yourself and others with purpose. In this episode of The Next Interview, host Doland White — executive coach, author of Lead With Confidence, and empowerment strategist — sits down with Gavin Topp, former boxing champion and author of Man Alive. From battling addiction to building a global movement that’s transforming men’s...

What happens when vulnerability becomes your greatest leadership strength? In this episode of The Next Interview, Doland White sits down with Bianca D’Alessio—top NYC real estate broker, star of HBO’s Selling the Hamptons, and author of Mastering Intentions: Ten Practices to Amplify Your Power and Lead with Lasting Impact. Bianca opens up about her personal journey from identity struggles and fear...

What does it take to break free from limits and lead with confidence? In this episode of The Next Interview, Doland White sits down with Chris Capuano — entrepreneur and author of No Ceiling, No Excuses — to unpack how resilience, hustle, and courage can redefine leadership. Chris shares his journey from a turbulent childhood and 14 years in construction to building a thriving business and develop...

Most leaders feel the pressure to always have the answer. But what if the smartest move you can make is the courage to admit, “I don’t know”? This episode of The Next Interview explores why humility, curiosity, and trust are the real drivers of innovation, team success, and long-term strategy. I sit down with Alan Gregerman, President and Chief Innovation Officer at Venture Works, and author of Th...

Every leader says they want innovation, growth, and impact. But without trust and clarity, all you create is motion — not progress. In this episode of The Next Interview, I unpack the biggest lessons from 52 conversations with executives, coaches, and innovators. These aren’t theories — they’re real strategies leaders used to build high-trust teams, accelerate growth, and make better decisions whe...

Too many executives sacrifice their health in the name of growth — and it’s costing them clarity, confidence, and the ability to lead. Guest + Episode Summary: In this episode of The Next Interview, I sit down with Luke DePron, founder of the Fit Man Project and executive fitness coach. Luke works with high-performing leaders to reclaim energy, build trust in themselves, and design systems that ma...

Most leadership failures don’t start with bad intentions. They start with unclear priorities, false assumptions, and leaders who mistake comfort for progress. In this week’s episode of The Next Interview, I sit down with Dr. Linda Henman, known as The Decision Catalyst, to talk about the biggest hidden risks leaders face—and how to outthink them before they cost you talent, trust, and traction. Yo...

Too many leaders avoid the real conversations. The ones that change behavior, build trust, and drive results. Why? Because most were never taught how. In this week’s episode of The Next Interview, I sit down with Todd Holzman, executive coach to 30,000+ leaders and the mind behind the REAL Work Process—a framework that rewires the way high-performing teams talk, decide, and lead. Todd doesn’t minc...

What if the best business strategy wasn’t linear—but personal? In this inspiring episode of The Next Interview, Doland White sits down with Brian Burke, CEO and founder of Food First Travel, to explore the real journey behind building a purpose-driven life and business. From Division I athletics to edtech to culinary concierge, Brian shares how resilience, values, and partnership shaped every pivo...