The Virtual Campfire with Tony Martignetti

Anyone can be promoted into a leadership position, but not everyone is inherently a good leader. For this reason, leadership consulting is an investment most companies are willing to make. Joining the podcast today is  Chuck Wisner , author of the book  The Art of Conscious Conversations . Chuck talks with Tony Martignetti about his book and his principles in training a new breed of lead...

Sometimes, it takes others to help us see ourselves and coax the true brilliance within out to the world. This is where great coaches come into the picture; they are there to support and encourage us to make the most impact. In this episode, Tony Martignetti is with Stephan Thieringer , the CEO and Founder of The Human Innovation Garage, a leading coaching and advisory firm that serves and support...

Happiness entrepreneur Scott Simon joins us today as he talks about the connection between courage and happiness. Scott shares the value of doing things that scare you to ultimately bring satisfaction to your life. Scott has also given a TED talk on the topic, as well as authoring a book called Scare Your Soul . Scott has also founded what he calls a Happiness Incubator to help people get the most...

Life has many preconceived notions that we are expected to fulfill. At this age, we’re supposed to have stable jobs. At another age, we’re supposed to get married. We’re supposed to have kids. We’re supposed to have grandkids, retire, and all that. We’re supposed to take this degree and have that career path. But what if we deviate from the norm?  Zale Mednick  explores exactly that in t...

The magic starts to happen outside your comfort zone. Being comfortable with the uncomfortable allows you to find unexpected solutions to your problems, unlock a better idea flow, and unleash the best version of yourself. Our guest today is Jeremy Utley , Stanford Adjunct, Keynote Speaker, and Co-Author of "Ideaflow: The Only Business Metric That Matters" . In this episode, he opens up about his j...

Finding your authentic self is something that everyone struggles with. We all have preconceived notions of who we are and what we should be, and yet sometimes we just don't feel like ourselves or even like our "true" selves. Peggy Van de Plassche , mental health champion and personal growth enthusiast, knows this feeling all too well. In this episode, she discusses the flashpoints in her life wher...

Putting your creative mind into work is one way to effectively find your purpose in life. Embracing your creativity and imagination helps you open yourself to what you really love. And for our guest today, art is what makes her truly at home.  Diana Stelin  is the Principal CEO of  Gallerista Fashion  and the Founder of The Flow Method. Join Tony Martignetti as he talks to Dian...

Dr. Michael Ku  wanted to attend medical school, however, it was not in the cards. His curiosity led him to pursue a degree in toxicology as well as computer science. As he discovered what his passions truly were, he realized he could make a larger-scale impact by earning a degree in pharmacy. Michael joins Tony Martignetti to share how he pivoted from pharmacy to the biopharmaceutical indust...

We all have encountered leaders, all with their own approaches and dynamics with the team. But what does it really take to be a great leader? Is it enough for a goal to just be achieved? Does a loud leader equate to greatness? In this episode, Tony Martignetti is joined by speaker, author, and CEO of Spero Therapeutics, Ankit Mahadevia. Ankit tells us his journey on how he made such a huge impact...

If you want to build an effective corporate team, you must adopt meaningful community building strategies. However, you cannot simply rely on your communication channels for this. Most of the time, connections are built not just through company memos or emails. Tony Martignetti speaks with award-winning French entrepreneur and change practitioner Celine Schillinger , who shares how she goes beyond...

Tony Martignetti is uncovering stories by the campfire again. Advisor, author, podcast host, and founder of  Illumination Partners , Deb Coviello , takes this round as she shares the flashpoints of a kid that would never shut up. Deb shares the appropriate approach to delivering feedback to ensure a positive impact and insights on what to focus on to get sustainable results instead of just co...

Finding your true purpose in this world can take a while. It's going to take a lot of exploration and a lot of failed attempts. You can't just magically find your purpose on your first job. That is why you must believe in yourself and that you can do more. Today, you’re about to learn how you can create an impact that is so much bigger than yourself.   Join Tony Martignetti as he talks to the...

Design is everywhere, and you can find creativity in every corner of the world. But how it influences and inspires is all up to you. In this episode, Sam Aquillano , an author, host of the  Inside Front Cover Podcast , Founder and Executive & Creative Director of  Design Museum Everywhere , and Senior Strategic Designer at  Edward Jones , recounts his creative adventures and sha...

When everything seems perfect, life throws you a curveball that makes you assess where you’re at and where you want to be. And sometimes, it's at our lowest time that we find our true passion and purpose. In this episode, leadership and executive coach Tutti Taygerly  tells us a story of personal flashpoints and how those pivotal moments brought personal growth and influenced growth in others...

Leaders are not getting pushed out of their organizations because there is a seismic shift happening. These leaders were subscribing to command and control instead of human connection. Leaders who can't connect with their team won’t find success. You need to connect with your people and show up as a human. You don't have to be perfect, just be your authentic self. Join Tony Martignetti as he talks...

There is nothing wrong if we can't settle into one profession. We’re all just trying to look for that thing that brings us joy and find ways to create the most impact. Today, Tony Martignetti talks to  Amii Barnard-Bahn  about her journey to finding where she can make the most impact. Amii is now the CEO and Founder of  Barnard-Bahn Coaching & Consulting . But before that, she w...

The business world is constantly changing, and the most successful companies are those that can adapt to change quickly. One of the most important things a company can do to facilitate this adaptation is evolving leaders, connected cultures, and unique brands. And in this episode, Steven Morris joins Tony Martignetti. Steven is a brand and culture advisor, author, and speaker. He works with busine...

Many organizations are unaware of the harmful impact they have on our world. Having organizational consciousness helps you look at how your organization impacts the world. In this episode, Bria Martin , Vice President, Organizational Strategy and Leadership Development at Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical , shares a strategy that helps your organization grow as it helps its people. She discusses organizat...

Are you confident you can spark change and make a difference in people's lives? Join host Tony Martignetti as he interviews Rick Ornelas  about making positive changes and social impact for a better world. Rick is the founder of I Spark Change , a community of those elevating their social impact and spreading positive change in everything they do because humanity matters. In this episode, he...

There is power in the liminal space. It is those threshold moments where you’re no longer where you’ve been but you’re not yet on the other side. Rick Simmons, CEO of Telos Institute , talks extensively about this in his book, Unleashed: Harnessing the Power of Liminal Space . He shares some of the most important concepts from that book in this conversation with Tony Martignetti. Rick shares the f...

Hearing loss is a major problem that affects millions of people around the world. Despite this, the conversation around hearing loss is often relegated to the sidelines. That's what challenges  Janice Lintz , a passionate and accomplished hearing loss consultant and advocate. Janice is well known and respected for her ability to assess situations, identify areas for improvement, recommend sol...

Communication is a powerful tool; effective leadership is knowing how to use the different channels to connect with your team better. Joining Tony Martignetti today is Bill Ringle , the CEO and Chief Growth Officer of LearnWell , and the host of My Quest for the Best podcast. Bill has worked with several leaders and founders with a mission to transform leaders and their teams to unlock the growth...

A good way to bring people and things together is to think of everything as an instrument. The music thinking framework allows you to think of all your different work tools, templates, or canvases as instruments. This is an effective way to bring collaboration into the workplace the same way musicians do it. Join Tony Martignetti as he talks to Christof Zürn about his new book The Power of Music T...

Fear is an obstacle we face both in life and in business. The key to success is not eliminating it but rather moving forward despite it. Here to share his wisdom on the topics is  John Hagel . John is the founder of  Beyond Our Edge , where he helps companies anticipate—not fear—the future to achieve greater impact. In today’s episode, we hone in on insights from his book,  The Jour...

Everyone has a story to tell. Often, the best ones inspire. And our guest in this episode has a story that is nothing short of that. Donna Loughlin, President & Founder of LMGPR, is known for her work with leaders, futurists, and innovators. But there's more to learn from her than what we see in her bio. In this conversation, Donna goes way back to when she was eight and tells us her story of...