The Courage of a Leader

How to Go From Visionary to Change Agent to Triumphant | David Johnson (Encore)

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Most leaders want change, but we often avoid the one place it has to start. Truth.

In this encore presentation of our conversation with David Johnson, we challenge the instinct to jump straight to vision and instead ground ourselves in reality. We explore why leaders struggle to be fully transparent, how avoiding hard truths slows everything down, and what it really takes to move people through resistance.

We walk through how to create momentum with early wins, how to focus on the people who are willing but waiting, and why transformation is not about tearing things down but building something stronger.

This is a conversation that shifts how we think about change. When we face where we are with clarity and lead with honesty, we create the conditions for real progress and lasting results.

Key Takeaways:

Reality First – We learn why honest assessment is the foundation of effective change.
Build Momentum – We see how early wins create energy and forward movement.
Transparency Wins – We understand how openness builds trust and engagement.
Focus the Middle – We learn how to influence the majority who are undecided.
Change Creates Value – We discover how transformation strengthens entire systems.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment) - In less than 10 minutes, find out where you’re empowering and inadvertently kills productivity, and get a custom report that will tell you step by step what you need to have your team get more done. Get it here: https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

You don't need to have all the answers to lead well. Get your copy of the Clarity Kit for just $17 to learn the five practices to bring more clarity, confidence and courage into your leadership - https://courageofaleader.com/the-clarity-kit/

About the Guest:

David Johnson, founder and managing partner of Abraxas Group, has a 20-year track record of driving organizational change. David has served as interim executive or financial advisor to dozens of middle market companies in transition.

Throughout his career, David has demonstrated a commitment to thought leadership, with numerous speaking engagements and articles on the topics of change management, performance improvement, restructuring and turnaround to his credit.

David received his MBA from the University of Chicago and completed his undergraduate studies at Fairleigh Dickinson University.

About the Host:

Amy L. Riley is an internationally renowned speaker, author and consultant. She has over 2 decades of experience developing leaders at all levels. Her clients include Cisco Systems, Deloitte and Barclays.

As a trusted leadership coach and consultant, Amy has worked with hundreds of leaders one-on-one, and thousands more as part of a group, to fully step into their leadership, create amazing teams and achieve extraordinary results.

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

S.E.E.R. Secrets for DE&I Systemic Change from Her Popular TEDx | Natasha Miller Williams (Encore)

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

This encore presentation revisits our conversation with Natasha Miller Williams, a speaker and writer who brings data and insight together to advance the conversation about inclusion in the workplace. Together we explore a powerful idea: one person can challenge an established system.

We talk about why systems inside organizations often continue long after they stop serving people well, and how leaders at every level can begin shifting them. Natasha introduces the S.E.E.R. approach: See, Expect, Express, Repeat. It offers a practical way to recognize unfair or unbalanced systems, speak up with clarity, and stay committed to change even when resistance appears.

We also discuss the responsibility leaders have to create environments where people feel safe sharing perspectives that may be unpopular or overlooked. When leaders listen with empathy and act on what they hear, they strengthen trust and open the door for better decisions.

This conversation reminds us that meaningful change often begins with one voice choosing to speak.

Key Highlights

One Voice Can Start Change – We explore how any leader, regardless of title, can challenge systems by speaking up and sharing a perspective that may not yet be represented in the room.
Awareness Comes First – We learn why noticing whose voices are heard and whose are missing is the first step toward creating more balanced and inclusive systems.
Clarity Drives Better Outcomes – We discuss the importance of knowing the outcome we expect when challenging a system so conversations stay focused on meaningful change.
Communication Shapes Influence – We look at how understanding what others value helps us express ideas in ways that increase the chances they will be heard and acted on.
Persistence Creates Momentum – We reflect on why challenging systems requires patience, support from others, and the courage to keep going when change takes time.

About the Guest:

Natasha Miller Williams is a speaker and a writer who brings data and insights together to advance the conversation on inclusion in the workplace. Her career has spanned many aspects of business, but what matters most to Natasha is finding ways to improve how we all relate to each other and the opportunities we can create for everyone.

Natasha shares her perspective and research on belonging, self-expression, and organizational resilience at keynotes, panels and workshops. She’s been a guest speaker for The Conference Board, Society for Human Resource Management, DiversityInc, DiversityMBA, Human Capital Institute, and many talent, inclusion and performance conferences.

She is recognized as one of Crain’s Notable DE&I Executives, DiversityMBA Magazine’s Top 100 Executive Leaders and Top 100 Women of Influence. Natasha has been featured in several career and lifestyle magazines including Black Enterprise and SharpHeels. She sits on the editorial board for Training Industry Magazine and on the board of directors for the Village of Oak Lawn’s Chamber of Commerce.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Leading with Intention: How to Celebrate International Women’s Day in Meaningful Ways

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0400

International Women’s Day is more than a calendar moment. It is a leadership opportunity. In this episode, we challenge ourselves to move beyond performative gestures and celebrate in ways that actually build visibility, confidence, and equity.

We share four practical ways to recognize the women on our teams with intention and specificity. We reflect on whether they feel seen, heard, and valued. And we raise the harder questions about systems, opportunity, and fairness. Because celebration without structural awareness is incomplete.

International Women’s Day is a moment. What we choose to do with it can spark meaningful change.

Key Takeaways:

Intention Over Performance – Moving beyond surface-level gestures strengthens credibility and trust.
Recognition That Builds Confidence – Specific acknowledgment increases impact and professional visibility.
Normalizing Ownership of Value – Creating space for women to name their contributions builds confidence without apology.
Peer Influence Matters – Colleague-to-colleague recognition reinforces belonging and belief.
Celebration and Systems – Meaningful celebration requires examining equity in pay, advancement, and opportunity.

Read more about International's Women’s Day at https://www.un.org/en/observances/womens-day

Resources Mentioned

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Emotional Truths at Work: Anger, Grief, and What We’re Not Supposed to Say

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Leadership often asks us to be steady, composed, and productive, even when real emotions are moving underneath.

This is an UNFILTERED compilation, in which we bring together some of the most powerful, raw and unfiltered moments from our UNFILTERED series.

Across these episodes my co-host Daphna Horowitz and I very intentionally work to slow down and speak honestly about emotional truth at work. Anger. Grief. Presence. These are emotions many of us were taught to hide, especially in professional spaces. Not because they are wrong, but because they can feel inconvenient or uncomfortable.

We explore anger as information that points to values, boundaries, and care. We talk about grief as something that does not end when leave ends, and why silence can feel more painful than acknowledgment. We also look at presence, because allowing emotional truth requires the willingness to stay instead of rushing past what feels hard.

This is not about fixing emotions or performing leadership the right way. It is about noticing what is real, naming it with care, and choosing intention over reflex. You do not need to have all the answers. You only need the courage to stay with what is true.

Key Takeaways:

02:43 – Anger as Information – Greater understanding of how anger often signals passion, values, and boundaries rather than something to suppress or feel ashamed of.

09:12 – Gender, Anger, and Perceived Competence – Clearer understanding of how cultural double standards shape whose anger is accepted, whose is questioned, and how this impacts leadership expression and self-trust.

Listen to the full episode of UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about Anger and What your Fire is Trying to Tell You at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/unfiltered-courageous-conversations-about-anger-and-what-your-fire-is-trying-to-tell-you/

15:36 – Naming Grief Creates Connection – Clearer understanding of why acknowledging loss supports trust and humanity, while avoidance can deepen isolation and discomfort.

22:57 – Grief Has No Timeline – Greater understanding of how grief continues long after formal support ends and why leaders must allow flexibility, language, and care beyond bereavement leave.

Listen to the full episode of UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about Grief and the Loss of Loved Ones at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/unfiltered-courageous-conversations-about-grief-and-the-loss-of-loved-ones/

31:17 – Presence Versus Immediate Gratification – Greater understanding of how the pull to multitask and stay busy can undermine attention, trust, and meaningful leadership connection.

36:48 – Tech Boundaries and Chosen Presence – Greater understanding of how intentionally stepping away from devices strengthens focus, presence, and the quality of leadership attention.

Listen to the full episode of UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about Focus and Presence in a Distraction-Heavy World at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/unfiltered-courageous-conversations-about-focus-and-presence-in-a-distraction-heavy-world/

Resources Mentioned

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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The Inner World of Leadership: Doubt, Loneliness, and the Cost of Holding It All Together

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Leadership often looks confident and composed from the outside. Inside, it can feel very different.

In this UNFILTERED compilation, we slow down and talk honestly about what leaders carry beneath the surface. Self doubt. Imposter syndrome. Loneliness. The pressure to stay in control. These are not flaws or failures. They are human responses to responsibility, care, and growth.

We explore why imposter syndrome shows up most when we are stretching. Why leadership can feel lonely at every level, not just at the top. And how control, even when it comes from good intentions, can quietly drain energy, engagement, and creativity.

This episode is not about fixing yourself. It is about recognizing what is happening inside, naming it, and understanding the cost of holding everything alone. If you have ever felt like you had to keep it all together while carrying more than anyone sees, this conversation is for you.

You are not broken. You are growing. And you are not alone.

Key Takeaways:

03:11 – Naming the Inner Experience - Greater understanding of why naming internal experiences changes how leaders relate to them.

09:05 – The Meaning Behind Imposter Syndrome - Clearer perspective on how uncertainty often accompanies responsibility and expansion, not incompetence.

Listen to the full episode of UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about… Imposter Syndrome at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/unfiltered-courageous-conversations-about-imposter-syndrome/

13:58 – Leadership and Loneliness - Recognition of how leadership transitions can subtly change connection and relationships.

21:14 – Designing Support on Purpose - Insight into the importance of intentionally creating spaces where leaders do not carry everything alone.

Listen to the full episode of UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about the Loneliness of Leadership at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/unfiltered-courageous-conversations-about-the-loneliness-of-leadership/

27:07 – Control with Good Intentions - Awareness of how the drive to do things well can quietly limit trust, engagement, and shared ownership.

34:09 – The Cost of Holding Everything Tight - Deeper understanding of how control shows up physically and emotionally, and why it affects creativity and momentum.

Listen to the full episode of UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about The Cost of Being in Control at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/unfiltered-courageous-conversations-about-the-cost-of-being-in-control/

Resources Mentioned

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Leading Forward: Leadership Lessons from a Year of Real Conversations

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0400

As we look back on 2025, this conversation brings together five voices who helped shape how we think about leadership when things feel uncertain, human, and real. Russell Harvey, Genevieve Retzlaff, Pat Broe, Mary Lynn Fayoumi, and Susan Inouye each offered a different lens on what it takes to lead forward instead of clinging to what used to work. Together, their insights reflect a year marked by pressure, change, and growth. We’re reminded that leadership is less about having the right answers and more about learning, self-awareness, connection, and trust. From personal resilience and emotional intelligence to empathy, authenticity, and belonging, these reflections point toward a more grounded and human way of leading. This look back isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress, perspective, and choosing to move forward with intention, even when the path isn’t clear.

Highlights

03:53 - Russell Harvey - Rethinking resilience as learning forward instead of trying to return to who we were

Listen to Russel’s full interview at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/redefining-resilience-moving-beyond-survival-to-growth-russell-harvey/

09:25 - Genevieve Retzlaff - How leadership growth begins with self-awareness and expands outward to teams and organizations

Listen to Genvieve’s full interview at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/redefining-resilience-moving-beyond-survival-to-growth-russell-harvey/

15:51 - Pat Broe - Holding empathy and accountability at the same time as the foundation of trusted leadership

Listen to Pat’s full interview at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/how-leaders-can-support-mental-health-while-strengthening-accountability-and-trust-pat-broe/

20:12 - Mary Lynn Fayoumi - Leading through uncertainty by balancing vulnerability, confidence, and personal processing

Listen to Mary Lynn’s full interview at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/the-new-rules-of-courageous-leadership-in-uncertain-times-mary-lynn-fayoumi/

25:30 - Susan Inouye - Creating cultures where people feel seen, accepted, and connected across generations

Listen to Susan’s full interview at https://www.courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/five-leadership-shifts-that-create-connection-and-build-belonging-susan-inouye/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Leading Through Crisis and Change

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0400

Crisis and change have a way of revealing what truly drives leadership. In this episode, I explore how leading through uncertainty is less about control and more about clarity, trust, and intentional choice. I introduce a simple but powerful formula for composure and reflect on why staying steady does not mean ignoring emotions yet learning how to lead through them. Trust takes on new weight when answers are limited, and alignment often matters more than certainty. Even without the full picture, it is possible to move forward with courage, make grounded decisions, and guide others through change in a way that builds confidence rather than erodes it.

Key Takeaways:

Lead from What Matters Most - What anchors leaders when external conditions are unstable and priorities compete.
Composure That Builds Confidence - How leaders can stay steady and present without pretending everything is fine.
Trust as a Leadership Advantage - What creates trust when people are watching every move more closely.
Shared Leadership in Uncertain Times - How inviting others into leadership strengthens commitment and resilience.
Moving Forward Without Certainty - How to take meaningful action even when the full path is not visible.
The Trust Equation - Trust equals credibility times connection times commitment times customer focus plus creation.

Resources Mentioned

Get your copy of The Courage of A Leader: How to Inspire, Engage, and Get Extraordinary Results - https://a.co/d/iyWioC0

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about the Loneliness of Leadership

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0400

What if one of the greatest challenges in leadership isn’t decision-making or pressure but loneliness?

In this Unfiltered Series conversation, leadership experts Amy Riley and Daphna Horowitz get real about the isolation that often hides behind confidence and success. Even the most connected leaders can feel unseen when everyone’s looking to them for answers.

Amy and Daphna explore how this quiet loneliness shows up at every level of leadership and why it’s not a flaw but a signal—a call to pause, reflect, and reconnect. They share how to build your personal “A-Team,” drop the mask selectively, and find spaces where you can be supported as much as you support others. True leadership, they remind us, isn’t about standing alone at the top—it’s about finding the courage to lead with openness and connection.

Key Takeaways:

1. How to Recognize When Leadership Feels Lonely - Learn the subtle signs of isolation that most leaders overlook—and why noticing them matters.

2. Why Loneliness Can Be a Teacher, Not a Threat - Discover how reframing loneliness helps you grow instead of hiding behind busyness or success.

3. The Secret to Building Real Support as a Leader- Hear how to design genuine circles of trust that remind you you’re not meant to do it all alone.

4. What It Means to Drop the Mask Safely - Find out how to be open and authentic without losing credibility or composure.

5. Turning Loneliness into Leadership Strength – How connection and vulnerability can become your greatest sources of influence.

Connect with Your Co-Hosts 

Daphna Horowitz 

www.daphnahorowitz.com  

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/  

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions  

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573  

Amy L. Riley 

http://www.courageofaleader.com  

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley  

https://courageofaleader.com/podcast/  

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UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about Anger and What your Fire is Trying to Tell You

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about Anger and What your fire is trying to tell you, Amy and Daphna explore the misunderstood emotion of anger, an experience many of us are taught to hide or downplay. Together, they unpack why anger is often labeled as “unprofessional” or “unproductive” and instead reframe it as a natural, informative and deeply human emotion.

They discuss how anger can signal our values, highlight boundaries and even serve as a catalyst for meaningful change when expressed with clarity and intention. From leadership to personal relationships, the conversation encourages listeners to acknowledge their emotions rather than suppress them and to use anger as a tool for understanding and conscious action.

Timestamps

00:00 – Why anger feels taboo

00:04:32 – Anger as a catalyst for action

00:09:30 – What healthy expression looks like

00:13:18 – Gender differences & perception of anger

00:19:15 – Naming the emotion beneath the reaction

00:21:24 – Speaking from clarity instead of charge

00:23:45 – The cost of suppression and artificial harmony

00:28:10 – From reaction to response in 6 steps

00:32:57 – Anger as a sign of what we value

00:33:48 – Staying connected to our emotional experiences

Connect with Your Co-Hosts 

Daphna Horowitz 

www.daphnahorowitz.com  

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/  

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions  

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573  

Amy L. Riley 

http://www.courageofaleader.com  

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley  

https://courageofaleader.com/podcast/  

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UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about The Cost of Being in Control

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0400

We all want to do things well — to be responsible, stay on top of it, make sure nothing slips through the cracks. But when does that turn into control?

In this episode of UNFILTERED, Daphna Horowitz and Amy Riley get honest about the fine line between responsible leadership and the need to control everything. They unpack why leaders grip so tightly, what it costs in terms of energy, creativity, and trust, and how letting go can actually be a deeper form of wisdom.

Join Daphna and Amy for a raw, relatable conversation on hidden control, delegation of authority, and the courage it takes to loosen your grip without letting things fall apart.

Key Highlights

01:15 - The Illusion of Holding It All Together

03:15 - Hidden Control: Responsibility in Disguise

08:40 - The Bottleneck of Decision-Making

13:30 - The Illusion of Being ‘On Top of It’

17:45 - The Fear Beneath Control

22:00 - From Dependency to Capacity: The Real Leadership Shift

27:15 - Control Lives in the Body

30:30 - The Four Shifts: Transparency, Collaboration, Curiosity, Boundaries

34:15 - Moment of Stillness: Letting Go as Wisdom

Connect with Your Co-Hosts 

Daphna Horowitz 

www.daphnahorowitz.com  

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/  

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions  

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573  

Amy L. Riley 

http://www.courageofaleader.com  

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley  

https://courageofaleader.com/podcast/  

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The Courage Needed to Integrate Technology and Drive Innovation

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Join us as we explore how courageous leadership helps us integrate technology with purpose instead of pressure. We look at leaders who chose clarity over complexity and used vision to guide innovation. Their success came from reconnecting to why the work matters, asking better questions, and shaping tools around real human needs. When we lead this way, we create space for confidence, trust, and momentum.

We also show how cultures shift when leaders speak openly, encourage small tests, and celebrate learning. Bold, people-centered goals create energy and push teams to think in new ways. We share a simple framework built on clarity, communication, connection, and commitment that keeps us steady when change feels messy. When we act with courage, our teams feel it, and they follow with more creativity and readiness.

Key Takeaways:

Lead with Purpose - Learn how to anchor any new technology or change in a clear why that brings people with you.
Build Confidence Through Clarity - Expect tools to land better when you speak openly about what you know, what you don’t, and what matters most.
Create a Culture That Learns - Why small experiments, curiosity, and honest reflection spark stronger engagement than perfect plans.
Set Human-Centered Goals - How bold goals tied to human outcomes help people think differently and fuel innovation.
Use the Four C’s to Stay Grounded – A simple framework you can use the next time change feels heavy.

Resources Mentioned

Get your FREE Copy of Chapter 11 from Amy’s book, Courage of a Leader, by emailing rachelle@courageofaleader.com – Put “Visionary Chapter” in the Subject Line

Want a Complimentary Leadership Conversation? Email rachelle@courageofaleader.com – Put “Courage Conversation” in the Subject Line

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about Focus and Presence in a Distraction-Heavy World

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 -0400

In today’s world of endless notifications, overflowing inboxes and constant noise, focus and presence feel harder than ever to hold onto. In this episode of UNFILTERED Courageous Conversations about Focus and Presence in a Distraction-Heavy World, Daphna and Amy take an unflinching look at the cost of distraction from information overload (the equivalent of 16 movies a day!) to the hidden toll of multitasking.

This isn’t about productivity hacks or quick fixes. It’s about courageous conversations. How distraction shapes our leadership, our relationships and even our sense of self. Through personal stories, science-backed insights and practical tools, they explore what it really takes to reclaim focus and choose presence in a world that thrives on pulling us away.

If you’ve ever felt scattered, reactive or simply longed to slow down and be fully here, this episode is for you.

Timestamps

[00:01:11] Information overload and distractions

[00:05:25] Distraction vs intention

[00:09:14] The importance of human connection

[00:12:35] Presence and focus in team engagement

[00:19:24] Tech boundaries for focus

[00:22:56] The benefits of being present

[00:26:36] Full presence in conversations

[00:30:24] Commitment to personal challenges

Connect with Your Co-Hosts

Daphna Horowitz

www.daphnahorowitz.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573

Amy L. Riley

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

https://courageofaleader.com/podcast/

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UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about Grief and the Loss of Loved Ones

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Grief is one of the hardest things to talk about, yet it touches every one of us. In the latest conversation in the UNFILTERED Series, Amy and Daphna open up about loss, leadership, and the human side of work. Together, they explore why grief feels so overwhelming, how words often fall short, and what it means to truly show up for someone. They look at the role of leaders in creating safe spaces, why presence matters more than perfect answers, and how simple language can help us navigate messy emotions.

Grief doesn’t follow rules, but when we allow it to change us, it deepens empathy, strengthens relationships, and reshapes how we lead.

Listen to Learn:

How to Talk About the Unspoken - Learn ways to acknowledge grief without fear, giving people space to share on their own terms.
Why Listening Builds Connection - Discover why silence, presence, and genuine care often say more than any “right” words.
Leading Through Humanity - Understand how to support others with flexibility and compassion when grief enters the workplace.
Practical Tools for Everyday Check-Ins - Pick up language and cues that help teams communicate energy levels and emotional needs.
The Power of Modeling Openness - See how sharing your own needs creates trust and encourages others to do the same.

Connect with Your Co-Hosts

Daphna Horowitz

www.daphnahorowitz.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573

Amy L. Riley

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

https://courageofaleader.com/podcast/

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UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about Being an Introvert in an Extroverted Workplace

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0400

What if the quietest voice in the room held the most valuable insight?

In our next episode of the UNFILTERED Series, Daphna and I explore what it really means to be an introvert in an extroverted workplace. We uncover how introversion is defined by energy, not shyness, and why so many workplaces miss out on the best thinking when only the fastest talkers are heard.

Together we highlight practical ways to design meetings and team environments that invite thoughtful contributions, protect energy, and celebrate differences. Daphna shows how introverts can lean into natural strengths like observation, focus, and 1:1 influence, while extroverted leaders can take responsibility for guiding the process, so every voice is valued.

The result is a powerful reminder that leadership is not about volume, yet about creating space for authentic impact.

Listen in to:

Redefine Introversion
Design Better Meetings
Discover ways to make space for processing
Lead inclusively as an Extrovert
Play the introversion/extroversion continuum

Connect with Your Co-Hosts

Daphna Horowitz

www.daphnahorowitz.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573

Amy L. Riley

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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The Missing Leadership Skill: Critical Thinking | Céline Williams

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Céline Williams, founder of reVisionary and an award-winning executive coach, reminds us that critical thinking is one of the rarest yet most vital skills a leader can bring to the table. With over 20 years of experience in leadership development and organizational transformation, she shows how being intentional in our decisions means recognizing biases, questioning assumptions, and digging deeper to uncover root causes. We explore how to pause, reflect, and step back from automatic responses so that we can choose stronger, more sustainable solutions. Critical thinking is not about overcomplicating things. It’s about courageously examining perspectives, challenging comfort zones, and modeling a better way of leading.

Highlights

1. See Beyond the Obvious - We learn how to move past surface symptoms and uncover the real problems that need solving.

2. Recognize Hidden Biases - Every leader has biases. The skill lies in acknowledging them and not letting them drive decisions.

3. Question Assumptions - By naming and testing assumptions, we open doors to new insights and stronger strategies.

4. Practice Reflection Before Action - Individual reflection before group discussion creates space for fresh, unbiased ideas.

5. Courage in Leadership - It takes courage to step into uncomfortable conversations and model true critical thinking for our teams.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

You demonstrate and empower The Courage of a Leader. In my nearly 3 decades of work with leaders, I’ve discovered the 11 things that leaders do – even very well-intentioned leaders do – that kill productivity.

In less than 10 minutes, find out where you’re empowering and inadvertently kills productivity, and get a custom report that will tell you step by step what you need to have your team get more done.

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Céline Williams is the founder of reVisionary, a boutique consulting firm that partners with growth-minded leaders and executive teams around the world. With over 20 years of experience in leadership development, culture design, and organizational transformation, she brings a rare blend of strategic insight and human-centered expertise.

Céline is an award-winning executive coach, international speaker, and trusted advisor known for her mix of empathy, edge, and practical wisdom. She also hosts two acclaimed podcasts, lectures at top business schools, and helps leaders unlock clarity, connection, and momentum in the moments that matter most.

She can be reached at:

http://revisionary.ca/

https://www.facebook.com/revisionary.ca

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Five Leadership Shifts That Create Connection and Build Belonging | Susan Inouye

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Susan Inouye is a transformational executive coach and best‑selling author who helps leaders build cultures of engagement and belonging. We explore her Sawubona approach, which means “I see you,” and the five leader shifts that move teams from control to connection, conformity to seeing and accepting, expectations to intentions, authority to authenticity, and bottom‑line myopia to belonging. We learn to ask people what it takes to engage them, spot their innate gifts, and align work to strengths. We also see how receiving feedback without judgment opens trust across generations. Susan’s stories show how leaders who get present, praise the gift behind the action, and create meaningful work see retention rise and results follow. We leave with practical ways to create workplaces where we feel seen, heard, and part of something bigger.

Highlights

1. Lead with connection - Learn to be present, listen without judgment, and make people feel seen so trust and ideas flow.

2. Spot innate gifts - Identify what energizes each person and align roles and projects to those natural strengths.

3. Shift expectations to intentions - Trade rigid “shoulds” for clear intentions that encourage learning, ownership, and creativity.

4. Model authentic leadership - Share real experience, invite two‑way dialogue, and let credibility come from wisdom, not title.

5. Build belonging on purpose - Tie work to shared meaning and values so we stay engaged, resilient, and motivated.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Susan Inouye is a transformational executive coach who has guided leaders in 600 companies across 40 industries. Her coaching blends practices of mind, heart, and body, influenced by training with a 7th-degree Black Belt Aikido sensei and insights from the HeartMath Institute. This holistic approach strengthens emotional intelligence and transforms organizations into sustainable, thriving cultures.

At the core of her work is Sawubona Leadership, inspired by the Zulu phrase “I see you,” which promotes inclusive cultures that value authenticity. A bestselling author of Leadership’s Perfect Storm, Susan highlights the influence of millennials on leadership today while also championing women leaders who create compassionate, purpose-driven organizations. Based in Los Angeles with her husband Tony, she continues to inspire leaders worldwide through coaching, retreats, and culture-building initiatives.

She can be reached at:

https://susaninouye.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-inouye-083384b/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

How to Set Relevant Goals and Continually Create Your Legacy (Encore) | Eric Larson

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0400

We’re excited to bring you an encore presentation with Eric Larson, Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Chairman of Tilia Holdings. Eric shares how his leadership legacy connects science, design, and business to transform the food supply chain, focusing on food safety, nutrition, and sustainability. He shows us that purpose is the gravity that holds organizations together and guides decisions, even in times of disruption. Through his clarity, innovation, and commitment to the “three P’s”—public health, personal health, and planetary health—we see how leaders can inspire change, build stronger organizations, and create lasting impact.

Takeaways

1. The Power of a Leadership Legacy - Great leaders define their legacy by aligning purpose with every part of their life and work.

2. Clarity Creates Gravity - A clear purpose grounds organizations and helps guide decisions through shifting dynamics.

3. Innovation Through Collaboration - Breakthroughs often come when people and organizations work together across functions and industries.

4. Capital Beyond Finance - Leaders should steward brand, human, and social capital—not just financial returns.

5. Storytelling as a Leadership Skill - Clear narratives repeated consistently build alignment and inspire collective action.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Eric Larson, Tilia’s Chairman, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, has built a distinguished career in private equity since 1986. Before co-founding Tilia in 2017, he established Linden Life Science (now Linden Capital Partners), a leading healthcare-focused firm, where he served as Chairman and senior investment professional shaping its strategy and growth. Earlier in his career, he co-founded First Chicago Equity Capital (now One Equity Partners) and was a Partner and Investment Principal at First Chicago Venture Capital (now Madison Dearborn Partners).

Beyond Tilia, Eric contributes his expertise to several technically oriented organizations. He is a member of the Nutrition Roundtable at Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health, a trustee and Chairman of the Institute of Design at the Illinois Institute of Technology, an Executive Fellow with the Center for Higher Ambition Leadership, a member of the Commercial Club of Chicago, and actively engaged with the National Geographic Society.

https://tiliallc.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Ending the Engagement Crisis: How Intentional Leadership Builds Thriving Teams | El Lages

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0400

There is an engagement crisis in our workplaces currently!

Elizabeth “El” Lages, Chief People and Culture Officer at Flexera, shares how strong values, intentional leadership, and accountability fuel high engagement across global teams. Join us as we hear how her approach blends communication, transparency, and people-first practices to keep culture aligned and performance strong even through acquisitions and change. We learn how regular one-on-ones, clear expectations, and open feedback loops empower employees to contribute meaningfully and speak up. El gives us practical insight into building trust, supporting leaders at all levels, and creating real ownership across the organization. We’re reminded that culture doesn’t live in a handbook, it shows up in every conversation, decision, and recognition. When leaders model values and engage their teams consistently, people feel seen, heard, and motivated to show up with purpose.

Highlights

1. Leadership Starts with Listening - Frequent check-ins and open conversations help leaders stay grounded in what their teams really need.

2. Clarity Is the Cornerstone of Accountability - When expectations are clear and consistent, people feel supported—not micromanaged.

3. Culture Lives in Daily Habits - Core values show up in actions, not posters. Recognition and transparency reinforce them.

4. Feedback Builds Trust - Employees want feedback—positive and constructive—because it drives growth and connection.

5. Support Leaders to Show Up Well - Ongoing development and real-time coaching help managers lead with clarity and confidence.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

El Lages is the Chief People and Culture Officer at Flexera. Flexera is a global company that helps organizations gain the visibility and insight they need to optimize spend, minimize risk, achieve sustainability goals, and make data-driven decisions to propel their business forward. El has been with the company since 2004, focusing on building high-performing teams and enabling a culture rooted in candor, accountability, and celebrating success. She leads with a people-first mindset and a #keepscorephilosophy - driving engagement, developing leaders, and aligning performance with purpose.

She can be reached at:

elages@flexera.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethlages/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

The New Rules of Courageous Leadership in Uncertain Times | Mary Lynn Fayoumi

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0400

When the ground keeps shifting beneath us, courageous leadership means leaning into what’s real; our experience, our humility, and our values.

Mary Lynn Fayoumi, President and CEO of HR Source, brings decades of wisdom in workplace culture and HR leadership. She guides organizations through disruption with a clear focus on purpose and people, and she shows us how to do the same. We talk about what it takes to lead right now, when answers aren’t clear and the pressure to act feels constant.

Courage today looks less like having all the answers and more like pausing to process, listening deeply, and staying grounded in what matters most. It’s about creating space for others, knowing your true north, and responding instead of reacting. Mary Lynn reminds us that it's okay not to know everything, and that strength often shows up as steady presence, not quick decisions. We slow down, reflect, and lead with calm, curiosity, and a focus on what truly matters. That’s how we move forward together.

Highlights

1. Calm Is a Superpower - Learn how to find your center and lead from it—even when everything around you feels chaotic.

2. Authenticity Builds Trust - Being real, showing emotion, and admitting you don’t have all the answers creates space for others to do the same.

3. Processing Takes Practice - Hear why leaders need built-in reflection time and how routines can anchor clarity in the middle of noise.

4. Humility Creates Momentum - Letting go of control opens the door to innovation and stronger team engagement. It’s about leading with people, not above them.

5. Purpose Is the Compass - When the path is uncertain, returning to your mission helps guide every decision with confidence and care.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Mary Lynn Fayoumi, CAE, SPHR, SHRM-SCP is the President and CEO of HR Source, a Chicago-based employers’ association with over 1200 member organizations. She is a highly respected speaker, trainer and advisor and an accepted authority on a variety of workplace issues including culture, employment trends, and HR management. Countless organizations have benefited from her expertise during her long tenure at the association.

Mary Lynn is a prolific writer, quoted and published regularly in a variety of industry publications. She currently serves as the Lead Director of the World at Work Board and is Past Chair of the Board of Directors for both the Association Forum of Chicagoland and the Employer Associations of America. She is also an Advisory Board Member of the Community Memorial Foundation. Mary Lynn was honored by Crain’s Chicago Business as a Notable Leader in HR in 2020 and was named the 2021 Woman of Influence by the Association Forum.

Mary Lynn is a summa cum laude graduate of the University of Iowa with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Industrial Relations/Human Resources. She also holds an MBA with honors from the Thunderbird School of Global Management.

https://www.hrsource.org/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about Menopause

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Is it hot in here, or is it… Menopause?

In this powerful episode of UNFILTERED, Daphna and Amy crack open one of the most misunderstood and under-discussed life transitions: menopause. From brain fog to emotional turbulence, night sweats to shifting identities, they share their raw, personal experiences and invite you into a conversation that too often happens in whispers, or not at all.

This isn’t about medical jargon or “grin and bear it” advice. It’s about real talk: how menopause shows up in our bodies, our moods, our relationships, and our work and why it’s time we stop pretending it doesn’t exist.

If you’ve ever felt alone in your symptoms, invisible in the workplace, or unsure of what’s “normal,” this episode is for you.

Let’s break the silence and make space for truth, humour, and healing.

Timestamps

[00:02:11] Menopause experiences and challenges

[00:07:10] Symptoms of perimenopause and menopause

[00:09:10] Impact of menopause

[00:14:15] Redefining identity in change

[00:18:51] Sharing personal struggles

[00:21:40] The journey of self-acceptance

[00:27:06] Leadership and menopause

[00:29:27] Authentic conversations

Connect with Your Co-Hosts:

Daphna Horowitz

www.daphnahorowitz.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573

Amy L. Riley

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about… Morning Routines

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Feel guilty for not joining the 5am club? You’re not alone—and you’re not doing it wrong.

In the latest episode of the Unfiltered Series, Amy and Daphna break down the myth that success has to start before sunrise. Explore why early wakeups aren’t a magic formula and how tuning into your natural energy leads to more focus, creativity, and confidence throughout the day. Morning routines aren’t about checking off boxes. They’re about anchoring yourself with what feels right for you. Whether it’s a cup of coffee in silence, a walk in nature, or journaling at lunch, the key is to find moments that support your well-being. Together they share honest stories, practical ideas, and simple ways to create routines that leave you feeling grounded—not pressured.

Key Takeaways:

1. Stop Forcing Routines That Don’t Fit - Trying to copy someone else’s morning habits can leave you drained. Start with what actually supports you.

2. Define What “Morning” Means to You - Whether your day starts at 6am or 11am, your rhythm matters more than the clock.

3. Build Anchors, Not Checklists - The power of routine is in creating grounding moments, not ticking boxes. Even five minutes of reflection counts.

4. Make Space for Joy and Curiosity - Whether it’s coffee in a park or journaling before bed, choose practices that feel good—not just productive.

5. Success Starts With Self-Trust - The most courageous move is listening to your body, experimenting, and trusting what works for you.

Connect with Your Co-Hosts:

Daphna Horowitz

www.daphnahorowitz.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573

Amy L. Riley

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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UNFILTERED: Courageous Conversations about… Imposter Syndrome

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Unfiltered, hosts Daphna and Amy explore the complex and often hidden experience of imposter syndrome. They unpack its psychological roots, how it shows up across different identities and careers, and why it’s so pervasive, affecting up to 70% of people at some point in their lives.

Drawing from the original 1978 research that identified the phenomenon among high-achieving women, they reflect on how imposter syndrome continues to impact leaders today. This candid conversation offers thoughtful insight into recognizing, navigating, and challenging these internal doubts, opening the door for greater confidence and self-awareness.

Timestamps

[00:00:14] Imposter syndrome awareness and admission.

[00:04:53] Types of imposter syndrome.

[00:11:14] Courage in the face of fear.

[00:14:56] Imposter syndrome and growth.

[00:20:06] Leadership under pressure.

[00:22:18] Unique value and self-awareness.

[00:26:40] Normalizing imposter syndrome discussions.

[00:30:25] Imposter syndrome discussions.

Connect with Your Co-Hosts:

Daphna Horowitz

www.daphnahorowitz.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnahorowitz/

https://www.facebook.com/PEACSolutions

https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/leadership-live/id1524072573

Amy L. Riley

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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The San Diego Airport Culture Factor: The New Process for Trust, Growth and Expansion (Encore) | Kimberly Becker

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Kim Becker, President and CEO of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, is leading a bold transformation at the San Diego International Airport—starting from the inside out. We explored how she’s intentionally cultivating a culture that supports change, empowers leaders at every level, and aligns with a fast-evolving environment. Coming out of the pandemic, Kim knew the way they worked had shifted. Rather than revert to what was, she saw the opportunity to design something stronger.

We heard how she started with the executive team and expanded the conversation across directors and managers—uncovering surprising gaps and building a shared culture statement together. We’ve seen how she uses everyday team meetings and real-life moments to embed new leadership mindsets, from listening to thoughtful decision-making. It’s not a program. It’s a way of thinking and working that’s now infused into coaching conversations, strategy sessions, and hallway chats. Her story reminds us that culture change doesn’t require sweeping declarations—it starts with intention, consistency, and the courage to have real conversations.

Key Takeaways:

1. Culture Grows from the Inside - Start with leadership alignment but let the full team help shape and own the culture.

2. Empowerment Changes Everything - When mid-level leaders are trusted and included, they bring energy and clarity that transforms the whole.

3. Real Conversations Matter - Culture shifts happen when we’re brave enough to name gaps, share reactions, and stay at the table.

4. Make Mindsets Practical - Embedding culture happens when values become part of everyday language, meetings, and habits.

5. Start with You - Culture change begins with modeling what you want others to adopt—even before you announce it.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Kimberly J. Becker is President and CEO of San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, the owner and operator of San Diego International Airport (SAN). Ms. Becker is responsible for fiscal management and operational oversight of the San Diego International Airport. She has been in the role since 2017, overseeing several capital improvement projects including the $3 billion New T1 program that will replace Terminal 1 with a larger, more efficient facility and other improvements that enhance the airport experience.

Before joining the Airport Authority, she was the Director of Aviation for Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) and held operations and environmental positions at Lockheed Air Terminal, now Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) in California, and Teterboro Airport (TEB) in New Jersey.

Under her leadership, SAN has been recognized for its environmental and sustainability efforts, including being named the second-ever carbon neutral airport in North America. She has been named “Woman of the Year” by the San Diego Chapter of Advancing Women in Transportation and “CEO of the Year, Government” by the San Diego Business Journal.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

How Age Diversity Can Bring You the Top Talent You Need (Encore) | Gary Danoff

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:00:00 -0400

We often talk about diversity in terms of background or culture, but age diversity plays just as big a role in team success. In this episode, we explore what happens when you bring together different generations at work and create space for all voices to be heard.

Gary Danoff, a global leader at Google and an experienced executive coach, shares how he builds strong, multigenerational teams. He explains how to recognize and work with the different experiences that shape each generation. His approach centers on curiosity, active listening, and what he calls leading with love. Gary also shares how he encourages open conversations on teams and why understanding strengths is more useful than relying on labels.

This is a practical look at how to create respectful, high-performing environments where people of any age feel valued and motivated.

Key Takeaways:

1. Curiosity is the bridge - Asking questions and staying open to others’ experiences helps create understanding across generations.

2. Labels are only starting points - Generational terms can guide conversations but should never limit how we see or support people.

3. Love belongs in leadership - Caring about your team as people helps build trust and brings out their best work.

4. Strengths matter more than age - People thrive when leaders match work styles to individual strengths, not generational stereotypes.

5. Tough moments create growth - When conflict shows up, leaders need to step in, listen, and help teams learn through it.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Gary Danoff is an Advisor, Executive Coach, Content Creator and Global Leader of Alliances for Google Workspace at Google. Gary loves working with people in leadership and contributor roles regardless of title. What matters most is the curiosity they have to overcome obstacles, create new paths for themselves and their organizations, and do so while employing a mix of humor, determination and with an open heart/desire to create work they and others love.

As an executive coach, Gary serves founders, entrepreneurs, executives from all over the globe and those around them. With a focus on improving human connection in a digital world, Gary is the executive producer and host of What's Next Now! Guests share their stories of blending business goals, public interest, personal passion, and their best human strengths to create positive outcomes for themselves, citizens, customers and the employees they serve.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/garydanoff

https://www.instagram.com/garydanoff/?hl=en

https://www.garydanoff.com/

What’s Next Now podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/gary437/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Teaser for Next Episode

Genevieve Retzlaff, the founder and CEO of Grow Better Together, explores leadership as a journey, focusing on self-awareness, trust, vulnerability, and creating space for growth and innovation.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Maximize Retention and Engagement: Unlocking Your Team’s Full Potential

Tue, 27 May 2025 04:00:00 -0400

We all want teams that are energized, engaged, and operating at full potential. The key? Tap into what truly drives people. When we leverage strengths and give flexibility around how work gets done, we create an environment where people don’t just perform—they thrive. It starts with knowing our team members well and aligning their work with what lights them up. From there, we shift from rigid expectations to empowering autonomy—keeping the “why” and “what” clear while letting the “how” be a co-creation. Trust deepens when we take the time to connect beneath the surface, share our own leadership purpose, and show real vulnerability. That’s when teams bring their best—not because they have to, but because they want to.

Key Takeaways:

1. Lead with Strengths. Recognize and align work with what energizes each team member to unlock resilience, flow, and creativity.

2. Flex the How, Anchor the Why. Be clear on purpose and outcomes, but flexible on the path forward to fuel ownership and innovation.

3. Know What’s Below the Surface. Get curious about what drives behavior and create space for deeper understanding and connection.

4. Lead from Your Legacy. Clarify your leadership purpose and use it as a consistent thread that inspires and guides your actions.

5. Vulnerability Builds Trust. Showing up authentically encourages others to do the same and strengthens team engagement.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Easy and Accessible Ways to Retain Top Talent (Encore) | Mary Lynn Fayoumi

Tue, 13 May 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Mary Lynn Fayoumi, President and CEO of HR Source, brings a wealth of insight on how leaders can retain top talent in today’s evolving workplace. She reminds us that retaining great people isn’t about copying broad strategies—it’s about staying curious, asking the right questions, and creating personalized solutions that match each team and organization. From conducting spot surveys to simply checking in with employees more intentionally, Mary Lynn offers thoughtful ways to listen, learn, and respond. She encourages us to shift from reactionary fixes to ongoing processes rooted in empathy, flexibility, and real communication. Retention isn't one-size-fits-all—it's a journey that takes clarity, courage, and consistent attention.

Highlights

Retention Starts with Listening – Learn how tuning in regularly, not just annually, makes a measurable difference in engagement.
There’s No One-Size-Fits-All – Discover why tailored approaches beat standardized policies every time.
Recognition Drives Loyalty – Explore how specific, timely appreciation helps employees feel truly valued.
Act on What You Learn – Understand why collecting feedback is only half the job—responding is what builds trust.
Make Culture Intentional – Find out how leaders can foster connection and inclusion in the new work environment.

About the Guest:

Mary Lynn Fayoumi, CAE, SPHR, SHRM-SCP is the President and CEO of HR Source, a Chicago-based employers’ association with over 1200 member organizations. She is a highly respected speaker, prolific writer, facilitator, advisor and an accepted authority on organizational issues including workplace culture, employment trends, people management and leadership. Countless organizations and their teams have benefited from her expertise during her twenty-nine years at the Association.

Mary Lynn is a summa cum laude graduate of the University of Iowa with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Industrial Relations/Human Resources. She holds an MBA with Honors from the Thunderbird School of Global Management. In addition to serving HR Source’s 1200 member organizations, she volunteers on several business association and charitable boards and advisory councils.

Although the line between Mary Lynn’s personal and professional life is almost non-existent, she manages to find time to be a mother, a sister, a friend, a mentor, a Hawkeye, a yogi, a world traveler, a researcher and a pop-culture fan.

https://www.hrsource.org/maimis/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

The Changing Definition of the Workplace, the workplace is no longer about the place:

https://www.dailyherald.com/business/20220309/the-changing-definition-of-the-workplace

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Insider Secrets to Successfully Work Flexibly From Home or Hybrid | El Lages (Encore)

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

The power has shifted from organizations to people. How do you meet the new expectations employees have? How do you retain your top performers? My guest today is El Lages, Chief People and Culture Officer at Flexera, and we talked about how she and her team are strategically and creatively planning for a flexible work environment, while also not forgetting the basics. I’m glad you’re here to listen in. And, then we’d love to hear from you. Leave a message in the comments about your lessons learned about working virtually or in a hybrid setup.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Elizabeth Lages is a change agent. El, as she is known, has spent her time building operational excellence throughout the organization. She is known for increasing employee engagement, driving rigor in our sales processes, and building relationships with her optimism and warmth.

She is instrumental in making Flexera a “top workplace” through performance management, manager training, and continuous employees feedback. El has been with the company since 2004 in various sales and operations leadership roles before moving into organizational effectiveness in 2017.

Born and raised in New York City, El has a B.S. in communications at State University of New York.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethlages

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

www.managertools.com

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Hybrid & Virtual Meetings Made Better

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

In this solo episode, Amy challenges our thinking about how we can make virtual and hybrid meetings more productive, engaging, and worth everyone's time. She shares how to shift away from default routines and instead be more intentional about the purpose, structure, and flow of our meetings. Amy offers practical strategies that help create meaningful connections, foster collaboration, and reduce wasted time. From rethinking meeting lengths to setting clear norms for collaboration tools, this episode encourages us to transform meetings from energy-drainers into powerful spaces for alignment and action.

Highlights

Start with Purpose – Learn how clarifying the "why" behind your meeting can lead to better engagement and outcomes.
Connect Like It Matters – Discover ways to build authentic connection that turns routine meetings into meaningful experiences.
Keep Interaction Flowing – Explore methods for using platform features that drive real-time collaboration and focus.
Rethink Your Time Blocks – Consider how breaking free from the 30- and 60-minute defaults can improve energy and attention.
Align on Tools and Expectations – Uncover how clear agreements on tool use can streamline communication and collaboration.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Cutting-Edge Strategies from a Courageous Virtual Veteran | Gloria Everett (Encore)

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0400

In this encore episode from 2022, Gloria Everett, President and CEO of The Mutual, shares her forward-thinking approach to making hybrid work effective and sustainable. She challenges traditional workplace models by focusing on what truly works for employees and organizations rather than forcing a return to outdated norms. Gloria emphasizes the importance of listening, experimenting, and co-creating solutions with employees to build a model that balances flexibility, collaboration, and business success. She highlights how trust, open communication, and a commitment to continuous learning help create a culture where teams thrive in both remote and in-office settings.

Highlights

Co-Creation Over Mandates – Discover why collaborating with employees leads to more effective and adaptable hybrid work policies.
Redefining Productivity – Explore how shifting the focus from hours worked to meaningful contributions creates a more engaged workforce.
Making Office Time Valuable – Learn how structured in-office collaboration strengthens culture and teamwork without unnecessary time on-site.
Trust as a Leadership Foundation – Understand why empowering employees with flexibility and autonomy leads to higher performance and satisfaction.
Continuous Learning and Adaptation – See how staying open to new insights and industry trends helps leaders refine hybrid work strategies for long-term success.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Gloria H. Everett President & Chief Executive Officer

Gloria has more than 35 years of experience in insurance risk management, sales, marketing and management, including over 20 years of experience in medical professional liability insurance with The Mutual. Before joining The Mutual, Gloria held key leadership roles at TIG/Fairfax, Fireman's Fund, NORCAL Mutual Insurance Company and Kaiser Permanente. Gloria has served on multiple Boards including Pacific University, National Risk Retention Association (NRRA), the UC Berkeley, Equity & Inclusion Advisory Board and Medical Professional Liability Association (MPLA) formerly the Physician Insurers’ Association of America (PIAA), where she served as Chair of the Board from 2014 – 2016. Gloria was the recipient of the 2019 MPL Association Award of Excellence in Honor of Peter Sweetland.

Gloria holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Saint Mary’s College in Health Services Administration.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloria-everett-b247924/

https://www.tmrrg.com/About/management.aspx

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Beyond Transactions: The Leadership Mindset that Builds Lasting Success | William “Bill” Himmelstein

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

William “Bill” Himmelstein, founder and CEO of Tenant Advisory Group, shares how an abundance mindset and a focus on lifting others up leads to long-term success. He challenges the idea of transactional business and instead emphasizes collaboration, trust, and giving without immediate expectations. By intentionally supporting clients, colleagues, and team members, leaders create strong, lasting networks that generate opportunities for everyone. Bill encourages us to shift our perspective from "what’s in it for me" to "how can I help others succeed," showing that true leadership is built on integrity, accountability, and genuine connection.

Highlights

The Abundance Mindset Wins – Explore how shifting from scarcity to abundance can create stronger relationships and unexpected opportunities.
Giving Leads to Growth – Learn why supporting others without immediate expectations can build trust and long-term success.
Leadership is About Partnership – Discover how collaboration and shared goals foster stronger teams and client relationships.
Own Your Mistakes – Find out how accountability and honesty strengthen trust and credibility in professional relationships.
Follow Through Matters – See why making time for small but meaningful actions, like introductions and check-ins, builds lasting connections.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About Our Guest:

William “Bill” Himmelstein, CCIM, CNE, is the Founder and CEO of Tenant Advisory Group, LLC, with over 23 years of experience in commercial real estate. Since founding TAG in 2008, he has completed over $1B in transactions, working with private practice physicians, professional service firms, tech companies, and manufacturers. Bill is also involved in developing over $150M in hotel projects nationwide and has served on advisory boards for numerous early-stage tech companies.

A respected industry leader, Bill has been a guest professor at UIC, DePaul, and Columbia College and has spoken for the City of Chicago and the American Bar Association. He has been recognized as one of Chicago’s Most Influential Commercial Real Estate Brokers (Crain’s) and has received multiple awards, including the IL Real Estate Journal’s “Superstar” award. His insights have been featured in various media outlets, podcasts, and publications. Bill holds a BSBA in marketing and management with a minor in psychology from Washington University in St. Louis.

Website: https://tagcommercialbroker.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamhimmelstein/

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@williamhimmelstein2861

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tenantadvisorygroup/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Teaser for Next Episode

Join us in the next episode for an encore presentation of our interview with Gloria Everett, President and CEO at The Mutual RRG where she shares how co-creating hybrid work models, fostering trust, and redefining productivity create engaged, high-performing teams.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

The Productivity Secret: Aligning Where You Work with What You Do

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Hybrid work is here to stay, but are we approaching it the right way? In this episode, I take a fresh look at how leaders can align different types of work with the environments that best support them. Explore how intentional strategies, adaptability, and collaboration can make hybrid work more effective. Through real-world insights and practical approaches, I challenge you to rethink how to structure work for long-term success.

Highlights

Start with the Work, Not the Location – Explore how defining tasks first helps determine the best work setting for efficiency and impact.
Maximizing Remote Work – Learn how to set clear expectations, use collaboration tools effectively, and protect deep-focus time.
Making In-Office Time Meaningful – Discover strategies for ensuring in-person workdays are structured for collaboration and innovation.
Flexible Policies Require Experimentation – Find out how testing different hybrid models can reveal what works best for your team.
Leadership's Role in Hybrid Success – See why it’s up to leaders to optimize hybrid work policies, not just enforce them.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Join us in our next episode when Bill Himmelstein, founder and CEO of Tenant Advisory Group, shares how an abundance mindset, trust, and relationship-building lead to success by focusing on giving, integrity, and collaboration.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

How Leaders Can Support Mental Health, While Strengthening Accountability and Trust | Pat Broe

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Pat Broe, best-selling author and mental health advocate, shares insights on how leaders can support their teams’ mental health while fostering trust and accountability. He emphasizes the importance of open communication, empathetic leadership, and creating safe spaces where employees feel comfortable sharing challenges. Pat also highlights the need for leaders to prioritize their own mental health through self-awareness and reflection. By leading with authenticity, compassion, and clear expectations, we can build stronger, more resilient teams that thrive even in difficult times.

Highlights

Empathy in Action: Discover how balancing empathy with accountability strengthens trust and team performance.
The Power of Check-Ins: Learn how intentional, regular conversations can uncover hidden struggles and foster connection.
Lead with Authenticity: Explore how being open about your own challenges as a leader can inspire greater team loyalty.
Support Over Assumption: Find out why asking team members what they need is more effective than making assumptions.
Self-Check for Leaders: Understand the importance of reflecting on your own strengths, challenges, and mental health to lead effectively.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Pat Broe is a best selling author, mental health advocate, and sales and marketing professional. His journey to professional success was marked by personal struggles with anxiety, depression, and an attempt on his own life. These challenges ignited his passion for guiding others toward authentic living.

With raw storytelling and practical advice, Pat empowers readers to overcome the unique mental health threats of modern life. Drawing from his diverse background spanning radio hosting to business consulting, he offers a powerful roadmap for cultivating a happier, more fulfilling existence as "The Real Confident You."

https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-broe/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Teaser for Next Episode

Our next episode, The Productivity Secret: Aligning Where You Work with What You Do, will finally be a solo episode from Amy Riley, in which she’ll reveal how the key to productivity lies in matching your environment to the task at hand. From collaboration to deep focus, discover how leaders can create spaces that empower their teams to thrive. Don’t miss it—it might just change the way you think about where and how you work!

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

A Proven Blueprint for Developing Yourself as a Leader | Genevieve Retzlaff

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Genevieve Retzlaff, founder and CEO of Grow Better Together, shares her vision for leadership as an ongoing journey that has 3 distinct phases and starts with self-awareness. By understanding our triggers and developing emotional intelligence, we can create a foundation for growth that empowers teams and organizations. Genevieve emphasizes the importance of building trust, fostering psychological safety, and embracing diversity to inspire collaboration and innovation. Her approach encourages us to lead with intention, adapt to challenges, and prepare our teams for long-term success.

Highlights

Start with Self-Awareness: Discover how self-reflection and emotional intelligence are the foundation of strong leadership.
Foster Psychological Safety: Learn how to create spaces where team members feel safe to share ideas and take risks.
Embrace Vulnerability: Explore how openness and honest communication can build stronger, more connected teams.
Diversity Drives Success: Understand how embracing diverse perspectives can enhance team innovation and performance.
Create Space for Growth: See why intentional time for reflection and planning is essential for effective leadership development.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Genevieve Retzlaff, founder and CEO of Grow Better Together, empowers leaders to transform into conscious, trust-building change agents. With over 15 years of expertise in HR partnership and talent development, coupled with 6+ years as a certified executive and team performance coach, she specializes in aligning human dynamics with business goals to foster authentic leadership and high-performing teams. Genevieve guides organizations through:

Leadership transformation and team alignment
Building capacity and efficiency for large-scale events in major venues
Integrating human strategies with business objectives

She is passionate about helping leaders unlock their self-awareness, build trust, and create environments where teams thrive through values-driven, strengths-based leadership.

https://www.grow-better-together.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/grow-better-together/

The Grow Better Together Leadership Program - https://www.grow-better-together.com/leadership-program

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Teaser for Next Episode

Join us as we sit with Pat Broe who shares how leaders can support their teams’ mental wellbeing.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Redefining Resilience: Moving Beyond Survival to Growth | Russell Harvey

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Russell Harvey, known as The Resilience Coach, shares valuable insights on building resilience as a mindset and a practical skill. He challenges us to see resilience not just as recovery from setbacks but as a way to grow, learn, and move forward with purpose. Russell explores how self-awareness, intentional reflection, and recognizing patterns in our behavior can help us better understand our emotional responses and develop strategies to manage them effectively.

Throughout our conversation, Russell emphasizes the importance of maintaining energy, building support systems, and staying connected to a clear purpose. He discusses how resilience is built through small, consistent actions and the ability to embrace challenges with a balanced perspective. His approach highlights the value of grounded optimism, strategic pauses, and leveraging our strengths to navigate uncertainty with confidence and clarity.

5 Key Takeaways:

Spring Forward with Learning: Explore how resilience isn't about bouncing back but about learning and moving forward with purpose.
Re-Energize Intentionally: Understand the difference between good tired and burnout, and learn how to recover effectively.
Know Your Strengths: Discover how leveraging your natural strengths can fuel resilience and build confidence.
Build Your Support Network: Learn why having trusted connections is essential for resilience and long-term success.
Grounded Optimism: Explore how facing reality honestly creates space for true hope and meaningful action.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Russell Harvey is a Resilience Coach, Facilitator, and Public Speaker with a mission to positively impact 100,000 people by 2025. With over 20 years of experience in Learning, Leadership, and Organisational Development, Russell helps individuals and teams build confidence, gain clarity, and drive positive change.

Using a strengths-based approach and positive psychology, Russell strikes a balance between being practical, creative, and supportive while challenging his clients to progress.

Outside of his coaching work, Russell is the Chair of Governors at a local primary school, a volunteer with Leeds Young Authors, and runs public speaking workshops for students.

https://www.theresiliencecoach.co.uk/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Teaser for Next Episode

Genevieve Retzlaff, the founder and CEO of Grow Better Together, explores leadership as a journey, focusing on self-awareness, trust, vulnerability, and creating space for growth and innovation.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Finding and Using Your Voice: How Everyone Can Empower Change | Melissa Lagowski

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Melissa Lagowski, founder of Big Buzz Idea Group, shares her passion for helping people embrace their voices as leaders, regardless of their role. She believes that when we speak up with intention, we foster stronger, more inclusive teams and organizations. Melissa encourages a mindset of curiosity and reflection, showing how thoughtful dialogue and intentional actions can lead to meaningful impact.

In our conversation, Melissa offers strategies for creating spaces where ideas can flourish and diverse perspectives are valued. She highlights the importance of building trust, preparing thoughtfully, and approaching discussions with care. Her insights remind us that leadership begins with small, consistent steps toward advocating for ourselves and others.

Highlights

1. The Power of Curiosity: Discover how asking thoughtful, open-ended questions fosters deeper conversations and builds understanding.

2. Timing Matters: Learn when and how to address sensitive topics for the greatest impact.

3. Building Relationships: Find out how fostering genuine connections strengthens teams and creates trust.

4. Reflect and Prepare: Explore how self-reflection and preparation can help you express your voice with confidence.

5. Create Psychological Safety: Understand how to cultivate an environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued.

Resources Mentioned

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Melissa Lagowski created Big Buzz Idea Group as a boutique agency to provide management, marketing and event services to nonprofits and associations. She launched the company in November 2004 so nonprofits would have an honest outsourcing partner. Melissa provides full operational support or a la carte services that will allow charitable organizations to run more effectively.

With 34 years of corporate and nonprofit experience, Melissa has consulted national organizations, managed local chapters, provided virtual office assistance to numerous NPOs, launched and executed large fundraisers, conceived innovative and lucrative new programming, coordinated client conferences, workshops dinners, and awards functions.

She manages consulting platforms, mastermind groups and virtual roundtables to assist nonprofits to become self-sufficient and proficient in management.

Her largest project to date is Ribfest Chicago, where she is responsible for every facet of the event including festival promotion, sponsorship development, entertainment booking and vendor procurement and management. The event now draws 70,000 people annually and was featured on Food Network’s “Eating America” with Anthony Anderson (2014).

Melissa is a member and Executive Director of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Chicago Area Chapter.

https://bigbuzzideagroup.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

· The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

· The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

· The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

· The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Teaser for Next Episode

Join us next time with Russell Harvey who shares how resilience is about springing forward with learning, using strengths, building support, and leading with purpose.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Transforming AI from Admin to Strategic Partner | Geoff Woods

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Geoff Woods, best-selling author and founder of AI Leadership, joins us to discuss how leaders can harness AI to enhance strategic thinking and decision-making. He challenges us to move beyond viewing AI as just a tool for routine tasks and instead embrace it as a thought partner that can help solve complex problems and amplify results. By applying the 80/20 rule, Geoff encourages leaders to focus AI on high-impact priorities that drive meaningful outcomes, unlocking new levels of performance and growth.

Throughout the conversation, Geoff shares actionable strategies to maximize AI's potential. By assigning specific roles to AI and using it as a thought partner, leaders can simulate feedback, anticipate challenges, and prepare for critical conversations. His approach empowers us to leverage AI as a strategic ally, enabling smarter, faster decisions while enhancing leadership capacity.

Highlights

1. AI as a Thought Partner: Discover how rethinking AI as a collaborative partner can unlock new levels of strategic thinking and decision-making.

2. Prioritize High-Impact Tasks: Explore how focusing AI on critical priorities can drive meaningful results and amplify your effectiveness.

3. Role Assignment in Prompts: Learn how assigning roles to AI can create more tailored insights and solutions for complex challenges.

4. Interactive AI Prompts: Uncover how engaging AI with thoughtful questions can lead to clearer, more accurate, and actionable outcomes.

5. Continual AI Improvement: Find out how to refine AI’s capabilities by aligning its insights with real-world results, ensuring smarter support over time.

Resources Mentioned

Geoff’s Book – The AI-Driven Leader - https://a.co/d/eiBeM1Y

ChatGPT - https://chatgpt.com/ - Used for creating prompts, simulating scenarios, and role-playing to enhance leadership strategies.

Perplexity.ai - https://www.perplexity.ai/ - Highlighted for conducting AI-driven research with source citations, ensuring accuracy in results.

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Geoff Woods is the #1 international bestselling author of The AI-Driven Leader, host of the AI-Driven Leader podcast and the Founder of AI Leadership where he empowers leaders to harness AI, escape operational overwhelm, and think strategically to accelerate growth. As the former Chief Growth Officer of Jindal Steel & Power, his guidance helped their market cap grow from $750 million to over $12 billion in four years. He also co-founded the training and consulting company behind The ONE Thing, where he coached and advised companies with annual revenues from $10 million to $60 billion.

Best way for people to reach Geoff: gw@aileadership.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

· The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

· The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

· The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

· The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Teaser for Next Episode

How can finding your voice transform your leadership? Melissa Lagowski shares how curiosity, trust, and small steps can create big impact. Tune in for practical strategies and inspiration!

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

How to Get Team Members Interested and Engaged to Drive Success in New Initiatives | Rob Waddell

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Rob Waddell, an experienced business coach and marketing consultant, shares insights on how to inspire and engage teams during new initiatives. He emphasizes the need for a clear vision that communicates the “why” and highlights each person’s role in achieving it. Rob advises leaders to use consistent communication, celebrate small wins, and conduct regular reviews to sustain momentum. His approach combines structured processes with flexibility, encouraging leaders to foster a supportive environment where team members feel valued and motivated to contribute to shared goals.

Key Takeaways:

1. Involve the Team in the Vision: Ask for input from team members to create a shared vision that everyone feels part of, boosting ownership and enthusiasm.

2. Communicate Often and Clearly: Use consistent updates and transparent communication to keep everyone aligned and engaged throughout the project.

3. Celebrate Individual Contributions: Recognizing each person’s role in the success of the initiative increases motivation and team morale.

4. Establish Standard Processes: Implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for key tasks to ensure consistency and efficiency, especially in dynamic environments.

5. Be Open to Change: Flexibility in approach is crucial; adjust plans as needed based on team feedback and project progress to stay agile and effective.

Resources Mentioned:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Rob Waddell is a seasoned, strategic business coach and marketing consultant with a passion for helping businesses unlock their full potential.

With 4 decades of experience working on global brands like McCain Foods and McVitie’s, VC-backed SME’s, and latterly, as a trusted advisor to on-line business entrepreneurs, Rob specializes in guiding leaders in navigating the current digital marketing landscape, aligning their personal and business goals, ensuring they’re well-positioned for future success

Rob’s collaborative approach is grounded in deep empathy for both the people and the processes that make businesses thrive.

He likens his coaching style to a ‘marketing whisperer’, sitting on the shoulder of business owners, personally supporting them to overcome challenges with leadership guidance and creative problem solving.

Rob’s motto: Life is too f**king short, NOT to LOVE what you do ❤️‍🔥

Contact details: am-consultants@outlook.com

Book Complimentary Call at https://bit.ly/Call-Rob

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-waddell-strategic-business-coach-marketing-consultant-ned-board-advisor/

https://www.facebook.com/rob.waddell.101

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

· The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

· The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

· The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

· The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Teaser for next episode

In our next episode you will learn from Geoff Woods, Founder of AI Leadership, about how to use AI as a thought partner to elevate strategic thinking, focus on high-impact tasks, and make faster, smarter decisions.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Work Smarter, Not Harder: The Principles of Time Mastery | Walt Hampton

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Walt Hampton, CEO of Summit Success International and author of The Power Principles of Time Mastery: Do Less, Make More, Have Fun, joins us to share his insights on reclaiming time, energy, and focus for leaders. In a world where many fall into the habit of saying "yes" too often, Walt highlights how this can lead to burnout and inefficiency. He stresses the importance of intentional time management, blocking time for deep work, and confidently saying "no" to protect our most valuable resources. By doing so, we avoid opportunity costs and maintain our personal energy for what truly matters.

Walt offers practical strategies for time mastery, such as aligning our daily schedules with our core values and understanding our most productive rhythms. He encourages us to make time for self-care, creativity, and strategic thinking by working smarter, not harder. His approach empowers leaders to prioritize what’s most important and create lasting success through more focused, intentional effort.

Key Takeaways:

The Power of Saying No: Learning to say "no" is essential for leaders to avoid burnout and focus on high-value tasks.
Block Time for Deep Work: Use uninterrupted blocks of time to work on important projects and maximize productivity.
Align Time with Values: Ensure your schedule reflects your top priorities and values for a more fulfilling and efficient work-life balance.
Understand Productive Rhythms: Work in 60-90 minute blocks during your most productive times and take breaks to maintain energy.
Limit Interruptions: Minimize distractions and interruptions to improve focus and reduce time lost to task switching.

Resources Mentioned:

The Power Principles of Time Mastery: Do Less, Make More, Have Fun by Walt Hampton, J.D.: https://a.co/d/eENVETX

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Walt Hampton, J.D. is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Summit Success International, a global personal and professional development firm, and the Acquisitions Director at Summit Press Publishers, a premier publisher of expert positioning books. Walt is a business coach, management consultant, leadership trainer & motivational speaker.

He is the bestselling author of Journeys on the Edge: Living a Life That Matters, named a Top 10 Non-Fiction Book and a two-time recipient of the North American Book Awards; as well as the author of The Power Principles of Time Mastery: Do Less, Make More, Have Fun.

A 1984 graduate of The Cornell Law School, Walt was managing partner of a law firm for nearly 30 years with a practice focused on commercial litigation and criminal defense. He was trained as a Results Coach by Robbins Research International and worked directly for Tony Robbins as one of Tony’s elite-level certified business coaches.

Walt’s passions are high-altitude mountaineering, ultra-distance running, blue-water sailing and adventure photography. He and his wife, the publisher Ann Sheybani, reside in Intervale, New Hampshire.

https://summit-success.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

Thanks for listening!

Do you have questions or feedback about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Teaser for next episode

Watch for our next episode where Rob Waddell, a seasoned business coach and marketing consultant, shares insights on inspiring teams, building a clear vision, sustaining engagement, and celebrating wins to drive success in new initiatives.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Courage to Lead: Building Strong, Self-Aware Leaders | Daphna Horowitz

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Meet Daphna Horowitz, a CEO coach, leadership expert, and author known for her bold approach to leadership and personal growth. Daphna believes that courage is essential in navigating the complexities and uncertainties leaders face today. She introduces the idea that true leadership starts from within, requiring self-awareness and the willingness to make bold moves, even in the face of fear. Daphna explains that leaders must embrace discomfort and push beyond their comfort zones to achieve growth for themselves and their organizations.

In our conversation, we explore her "ABC" leadership model, which highlights three key areas: Awareness, Bold moves, and Communication, and explores each at two levels. Daphna emphasizes that understanding ourselves is the foundation of courageous leadership. Leaders must also make bold decisions, even in uncertain circumstances, and communicate effectively to create strong connections with their teams. Through practical advice and personal insights, Daphna encourages leaders to embrace vulnerability, build deeper relationships, and continually grow by staying curious and open to learning.

Key Takeaways:

1. Self-Awareness is Key: Leadership starts from within. Knowing your strengths, weaknesses, and motivations allows you to lead more effectively.

2. Courage in Uncertainty: Leaders face constant ambiguity. Bold decisions are essential, even when you don't have all the answers.

3. Effective Communication: Clear, consistent communication builds trust and connection with your team, even in uncertain times.

4. Bold Moves Drive Growth: Taking risks, despite fear, is necessary for personal and organizational growth.

5. Continuous Learning: Great leaders stay curious, continually learning about themselves, their teams, and new ways to improve.

Resources Mentioned:

Courage to Lead: Leadership Lessons from Kilimanjaro by Daphna Horowitz: https://a.co/d/2sRMFYW

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Daphna Horowitz is a CEO Coach , Leadership Expert, Author (and Actuary – its true!)

Daphna’s mission is to refine your leadership style – from top-performer to great leader – so that you create a workplace culture that inspires people and gets results.

She is always up for a challenge, has a A-type personality and always sets herself big goals and achieves them. That’s why when she became a director at the age of 23 in a large consulting company and one of only 5 women actuaries in South Africa, she began asking herself, what do I really want?

She fought for gender equality at work, took on volunteer leadership positions in various NPOs and then switched careers from exact sciences to humanities, because she has seen how a strong, supportive organisational culture makes a difference. In that process, she attained her MPhil cum laude and MCC (master certified coach) with the International Coach Federation.

And perhaps most significant to Daphna is to continue experiencing joy and life! She’s climbed Kilimanjaro, learned to play the saxophone, completed a pastry chef course, relocated to a new country and has written 2 books.

https://daphnahorowitz.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

· The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

· The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

· The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

· The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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Join us in our next episode where Walt Hampton shares strategies for time mastery, teaching leaders how to say no, block time for deep work, align schedules with values, and minimize interruptions for better productivity and balance.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Practical Insights to Rethink Performance and Unlock Success with HPT | Therese Longo

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Our guest today is Therese Longo, an expert in Human Performance Technology (HPT), who has dedicated her career to enhancing how organizations develop their people. Therese’s approach shifts the focus from traditional competency and behavior-based models to accomplishment-focused strategies that drive real results. She realized that while training is often seen as the go-to solution for performance issues, it doesn’t always address the root of the problem. Her journey into HPT began when she connected with mentors and industry leaders, leading her to adopt innovative techniques that emphasize measurable outcomes and sustainable growth.

In our conversation, we explore how accomplishment-focused methods can transform performance management systems and talent development processes. Therese emphasizes the importance of understanding the full scope of human performance rather than just relying on training. By leveraging HPT principles, she guides us on how to identify what truly drives success in our teams and organizations.

This episode is a deep dive into rethinking performance management, offering practical insights on how we can shift from generic training to strategies that foster meaningful accomplishments and lasting impact.

Key Takeaways:

1. Accomplishment-Focused Approach: Shifting focus from traditional competency models to accomplishment-driven strategies can lead to better performance outcomes.

2. Training Isn’t Always the Solution: While training can help, it often doesn’t address the full scope of performance issues; understanding the root causes is crucial.

3. Human Performance Technology (HPT): HPT provides a framework to analyze and improve human performance by focusing on measurable accomplishments.

4. Identifying Performance Gaps: Therese emphasizes the importance of pinpointing specific areas that impact performance rather than applying generic training solutions.

5. Sustainable Growth: By leveraging HPT principles, organizations can create more effective, long-term improvements in their talent development and management processes.

Resources Mentioned:

Dr Carl Binder’s performance thinking networks - https://www.sixboxes.com/
Human Competence, book by Tom Gilbert - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=human+competence+thomas+gilbert&hvadid=580634968296&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9198637&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=3887849253128253945&hvtargid=kwd-411443381008&hydadcr=22592_13493326&tag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_6z1t5nwdh5_e
For a Performance Profile template, reach out to Therese at tlongo@radcomservices.com

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (the Courage Assessment)

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

About the Guest:

Therese Longo is a learning and development professional with a passion for driving performance culture to increase job satisfaction and elevate business results. As the Vice President of Operations for Radcom, Therese draws upon her background as a Certified Performance Thinking® Practitioner and her 20 years of experience as an instructional design professional to drive continuous improvement within Radcom. She leads the development of Radcom’s project teams, helping team members find effective, efficient means of producing impactful customized documentation, training, and additional support that help clients enhance their professional abilities. Therese applies her performance improvement expertise with clients, managing various projects, through which she helps business executives achieve organizational goals through the performance of their people.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thereselongo/

Email: tlongo@radcomservices.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

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In our next episode Daphna Horowitz introduces her ABC leadership model—Awareness, Bold moves, and Communication—showing how these elements help leaders navigate uncertainty, make courageous decisions, and foster continuous growth.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

The Human Connection: 4 Ways to Strengthen or Inadvertently Destroy Your Ability to Influence | Brian Bogert

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Brian Bogert is a human behavior and performance coach known for helping people connect powerfully with others. He emphasizes the importance of authentic connection, particularly when facing personal and professional obstacles. Brian shares insights on how we can foster meaningful relationships by understanding the human need to feel safe, seen, and connected. He challenges us to recognize the barriers that prevent genuine connection and offers actionable advice to break down these walls.

Join us as we dive deep into the value of self-awareness in communication and how embracing vulnerability and authenticity can transform our relationships. Brian discusses the importance of being fully present in our interactions and how these practices can help us build stronger, more resilient bonds.

Brian’s approach encourages us to look beyond surface-level connections, helping us to cultivate deeper, more meaningful interactions in all areas of our lives.

Key Takeaways:

1. Core Human Needs: We all need to feel safe, seen, protected, and connected. Understanding these needs helps us build deeper, more meaningful relationships.

2. Authentic Connection: True connection comes from being genuine and vulnerable, leading to impactful personal and professional relationships.

3. Overcoming Barriers: Brian identifies common obstacles to connection, like fear and judgment, and offers tips to break them down.

4. Self-Awareness in Communication: Knowing our own emotions and triggers helps us communicate more effectively and connect deeply with others.

5. Being Present: Engaging fully and listening actively can transform our relationships, making them stronger and more resilient.

About the Guest:

Brian Bogert is a human behavior and performance coach, speaker, and business strategist who helps individuals, leaders, and entrepreneurs connect with their authentic selves to unlock their full potential. His journey began at age seven when he suffered a traumatic accident that resulted in the loss of his left arm. After enduring years of rehabilitation and surgeries, Brian developed a deep understanding of how physical, emotional, and mental pain can hold people back.

Brian's unique approach focuses on embracing pain to avoid suffering, prioritizing people over profits, and putting "who you are" before "what you do." His methods challenge conventional growth strategies, guiding people and organizations toward sustainable change and limitless potential. Driven by a mission to impact a billion lives by 2045, Brian and his team are dedicated to leading with intentionality and purpose.

https://brianbogert.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

· The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

· The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

· The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

· The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

http://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the Courage Assessment).

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Thanks for listening!

Do you have questions or feedback about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in next week for our conversation with Therese Longo who explores the shift from traditional training to accomplishment-focused strategies, using Human Performance Technology to drive sustainable performance improvements.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Impact Engine: The Magic of Authenticity, Sustainability and Investing with Your Values | Jessica Droste Yagan

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Jessica Droste Yagan is the CEO of Impact Engine, and she has built a career based on her values and a clear demonstration of authenticity. We talk about how she did it, why it’s important, and how it benefits you and everyone around you.

Jessica shares her journey from McDonald's to Impact Engine, where she manages venture capital and private equity strategies focused on sustainable and impactful investments. She recounts her moment of realization while studying urban economics, where she realized that capitalism can be used to create sustainable jobs and wealth in high poverty areas.

You can align your personal values with business success and contributing to a more transparent and impactful society – and Jessica shares with us how!

About the Guest:

Jessica Droste Yagan is the CEO of Impact Engine, an investment firm with a mission to bring more capital to a market where financial returns are linked to positive social and environmental impacts. Impact Engine manages venture capital and private equity strategies that invest in transformative for-profit, positive-impact funds and businesses.

Prior to Impact Engine, Jessica led the creation of McDonald’s Corporation’s global and U.S. sustainable sourcing strategies. At McDonald’s, she enabled the integration of ethical, environmental, and economic sustainability across all food and packaging sourcing. Jessica also worked in urban economic development through the City Advisory Practice at the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City.

Jessica has co-authored two Harvard University case studies on public-private partnerships and currently serves as a board member for the Metropolitan Planning Council, the Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation at Chicago Booth, and Fixer. Crain’s Chicago Business named her to its list of 40-Under-40 in 2013 and she served as a 2014Leadership Greater Chicago Fellow. Jessica holds a BA in Public Policy from Haverford College, an MBA from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business, and an MPA from the Harvard University Kennedy School of Government. She lives in Chicago with her husband and three children.

https://www.theimpactengine.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the courage assessment).

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Thanks for listening!

Do you have questions or feedback about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Teaser for next episode

Stay tuned for our next podcast episode – The Human Connection: 4 Ways to Strengthen or Inadvertently Destroy Your Ability to Influence – with Brian Bogert.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Authority for Growth: Insights from the Military and the Courage to Transform Your Leadership | Eric Lazar

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Eric Lazar, President and Owner of SpeedPro, was not always the successful, respected, approachable leader he is today.

In this episode – Authority for Growth: Insights from the Military and the Courage to Transform Your Leadership – Eric tells us about taking in tough feedback, why he led in ineffective ways in the past, and what he now watches out for to ensure he’s a leader that truly engages those around him.

About the Guest:

In 1986, Eric Lazar decided to forgo acceptance into several universities and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Eric served as an Intelligence Specialist with both a Combat Engineer Battalion and an Electronic Warfare Squadron with two overseas deployments.

Eric’s transition into the private sector was fraught with challenges, unable to find his calling, a sense of purpose, or adopting to the culture of a corporate environment. In the years that followed Eric pursued 3 different entrepreneurial ventures and held a number of corporate sales positions, creating in each role a track record of driving impressive growth.

Eric’s third and current entrepreneurial effort is SpeedPro Chicago Loop. SpeedPro Chicago Loop (http://www.speedprochicagoloop.com/) is a NVBDC certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business specializing in large-format digital printing company which encompasses corporate décor, brand activations, event signage, exhibits & trade show displays, wall, floor, window & ceiling murals, glass finishes, vehicle wraps, posters, banners, et al. Their client roster is broad, partnering with renowned brands that include Live Nation, Salesforce, and The Obama Foundation.

SpeedPro is dedicated to being a great corporate citizen, donating a minimum of 1% of proceeds in the way of product and services to charitable organizations; and is the winner of the International Franchise Association’s 2022 Franchisee of the Year, Inc. Magazine’s List of Fastest Growing Companies in the Midwest, as well as the only two-time ‘Project of the Year’ winner.

Eric is a past President of the SpeedPro Imaging National Franchising Advisory Counsel and sits on boards and in leadership roles for several veteran organizations to include Project Relo and Chicago Marines Foundation.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the courage assessment).

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Thanks for listening!

Do you have questions or feedback about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Teaser for next episode

Stay tuned for our next podcast episode – Impact Engine: The Magic of Authenticity, Sustainability and Investing with Your Values – with Jessica Droste Yagan.

Learn more about the power of being authentic and the impact of your values.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

The Integrity Drift: How We Move Away from Our Values and How to Recognize and Respond When We Do | John Blumberg

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Why do we drift away from our values and our integrity? Is it inevitable? Does it happen to everyone? And what can we do when it happens?

John Blumberg joins me to answer these questions. John is a national speaker and author and his thought leadership on integrity deepens and broadens our understanding and experience the concept of integrity.

This conversation will make you think!

About the Guest:

John G. Blumberg is a national speaker and author. His thought leadership on integrity may very well deepen and broaden how you personally experience the concept of integrity.

In 1996, John left behind an 18-year career he loved … one that had taken him from CPA to worldwide recruiting responsibilities at Arthur Andersen.

Over the two decades that followed, John has evolved his general focus on leadership and culture … to a laser focus on precisely what fuels them.

John is the author of four books. His most recent two books are both titled Return On Integrity. One of them was written specifically for the leader-at-the-top of any organization and is subtitled The New Definition of ROI and Why Every Leader Needs to Know It. The other was written for everyone … regardless of title, role or stage of life. It is subtitled, The Individual’s Journey to the One Essential Thing.

Leading business author Patrick Lencioni describes Return On Integrity as “the most comprehensive compelling guide to core values I’ve ever seen. It’s a treasure for leaders who understand the importance of culture.”

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the courage assessment).

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Find John Blumberg’s Return on Integrity books here: https://www.blumbergroi.com/book/

Find John’s first book, Good to the Core, Building Value With Values, here: https://a.co/d/h04zjEa

Thanks for listening!

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Teaser for next episode

Stay tuned for our next podcast episode – Authority for Growth: Insights from the Military and the Courage to Transform Your Leadership – with Eric Lazar.

Come back to learn how you can be an effective leader and engage those around you.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

The Human Advantage: The Power of Personalizing, Systematizing and Cross-Evangelizing to Grow Your Impact | Damon Burton

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0400

How do you strategically and intentionally build your network and scale your impact, AND still have the connections feel genuine and natural?

Damon Burton is genius at this and has been thinking about and working at achieving this balance for long time. He's an SEO Expert. He understands online algorithms. Yet, he gets that human connection is paramount.

You'll appreciate his views and examples about how he has - and about how you can - grow your business and impact.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Over a decade ago, Damon Burton, a husband and father of three, beat a billion-dollar company by outranking their website on Google. From then on he realized he was onto something great and went on to build an international search engine marketing company that’s worked with Inc. 5000 and Shark Tank featured businesses alike. Having started his business right before the 2008 recession, Damon is familiar with navigating and growing a business during confusing times, including tripling revenue during the recent pandemic. Since founding his company, SEO National, in 2007, Damon has been featured in publications including Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, BuzzFeed and USA Weekly as he helps big and small clients make more in a month than they used to in a year.

Websites: www.damonburton.com & www.seonational.com

SocialMedia:

Twitter - https://twitter.com/EntrepreneurDB

Facebook - www.facebook.com/damon.burton

LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/damonburton/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@damon-burton

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/entrepreneurdamon/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the courage assessment).

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Thanks for listening!

Do you have questions or feedback about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Teaser for next episode

Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – The Integrity Drift – How We Move Away From Our Values and How to Recognize and Respond When We Do – with John Blumberg, National Speaker, Author, and Thought Leader on Integrity.

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Discovering the Hidden Gems of Productivity for Yourself and Your Team | Gerald J Leonard

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

How can we be more productive? How can we operate at a higher level?

Gerald J Leonard is here to tell us how; and as a certified project management professional, a certified portfolio management, professional, a certified IQ coach, and a highly accomplished professional he is very qualified to do so!

About the Guest:

Gerald J Leonard offers a unique productivity approach to accomplishing more every day.

Gerald J. Leonard PMP, PfMP, and a C-IQ Coach; he's the Publishing Editor, CEO,and Founder of the Leonard Productivity Intelligence Institute, as well as the CEO of Turnberry Premiere, a strategic project portfolio management and IT governance firm based in Washington, DC. Gerald is also an Author, TEDx Speaker, Management guru, and, importantly, a Bass player. He brings all these traits and skills into his presentations and interviews. Gerald is the author of A Symphony of Choices (A Business Parable), Culture Is The Bass, and Workplace Jazz.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

· The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

· The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

· The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

· The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the courage assessment).

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Gerald Leonard Resources for The Courage of a Leader listeners

https://geraldjleonard.com/courage/

Thanks for listening!

Do you have questions or feedback about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Teaser for next episode

How do you strategically and intentionally build your network and scale your impact, AND still have the connections feel genuine and natural?

Tune in to our next episode, The Human Advantage: The Power of Personalizing, Systematizing and Cross-Evangelizing to Grow Your Impact, with guest Damon Burton to find out!

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

The Power of Perspective and Innovation to Lead More Boldly and Brilliantly | Richard Walker

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

How do you get out of the swirl of busyness and cynicism that it’s so easy to get into these days? How do you set aside doubts and imposter syndrome?

Rich Walker, CEO and cofounder of Quik!, joins us on The Courage of a Leader podcast to give us profound and practical ways to think about ourselves and our work that will have us being bold and creating the extraordinary.

You’ll love hearing from Rich!

About the Guest:

Richard Walker is the CEO and co-founder of Quik!.

Having started over 10 companies since age 12, host of The Customer Wins podcast, author of two books, and father to three boys, Richard empowers people to do their best work. Prior to starting Quik!, Richard was a financial advisor with Financial Network (currently known as Cetera) and a business consultant with Arthur Andersen. He started Quik! in 2002 to help people spend less time processing paperwork and more time on what they do best.

The best way to reach Richard is by email, rwalker@quikforms.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the courage assessment).

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Richard Walker’s first book

It’s My Life I Can Change If I Want To

https://www.amazon.com/Its-Life-Can-Change-Want/dp/0578074214

Thanks for listening!

Do you have questions or feedback about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Practical Secrets to More Energy, Mental Toughness, and Consistent Achievement | Sue Firth

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0400

How can you sustain a high level of performance over time?

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Sue Firth, a business psychologist, performance, coach, and a leading authority on stress, resilience, and wellbeing; and Sue is here to tell us that healthy habits are at the core of the answer!Sue brings us very practical and effective ways of shifting our habits to lower stress and the stress chemicals in the body and to truly be able to refuel and continue to perform well.

You’ll love her thinking and her practical guidance that you can truly implement right away.

About the Guest:

Sue Firth is a Business Psychologist, Performance Coach and a leading authority on stress, resilience, and well-being. She is also an author and helps CEOs and senior executives manage their work, life and become more resilient. She works both with groups and individuals.

Sue is an international speaker and presenter and holds both a Batchelor of Science and a master’s degree. She is a member of the British Psychological Society and The Health Professions Council. Sue regularly appears in the media and press, has an established social media following and has been a guest/expert on ITV and the BBC.

She runs a private practice in Cambridge, and 58 South Molton Street, London. Sue aims to make a difference to the way people think and to teach them how to moderate their own habits to reduce any difficulties they have, whilst still maintaining their effectiveness. With extensive experience in consulting at strategic level for both the management of change and the implementation of stress programmes to support employees, she is well placed to offer insight to guide people. Used to professional speaking, she regularly travels abroad as well as frequently working with medium to large corporates in the U.K. She is an expert in Leadership Resilience and Sustainable Performance as she has recognized the need to enhance a person’s attitude and approach when working in high pressure situations.

She has worked with many high-profile corporate clients including National Grid plc, Lloyds Bank, Curry’s, and Seddon Construction. She’s also worked with Sun Microsystems, and British Aerospace in the past. She has written several books including ‘More Life, Less Stress’, ‘Taking the Stress out of Leadership which are available on Amazon, and ‘Understanding Relationships’ available from her site. She regularly appears on the Radio and television and runs her own podcast, The Executive Edge.

The best way to reach Sue is by email, sue@suefirthltd.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness assessment (the courage assessment).

How can you inspire our team to be more proactive, take ownership and get more done?

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Magnesium

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Epsoak-Epsom-Salt-5lbs-100-Pure-Magnesium-Sulfate-Made-in-USA/121668140 (this is from Walmart, but any large store or Amazon would stock them)

Because this product is best used in the bath, if you don't have a tub, you may prefer to take it in powder form. In which case, use a spoonful in about half a glass of water 30 minutes before bed. Here is a link: https://www.amazon.com/magnesium-oxide-powder/s?k=magnesium+oxide+powder

European source:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=epsom+salts&i=drugstore&crid=2801Z9OBID7U7&sprefix=epsom+salts%2Cdrugstore%2C85&ref=nb_sb_noss_1

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Up next! The Power of Perspective and Innovation to Lead More Boldly and Brilliantly with Rich Walker. Stay tuned to find out how you get out of the swirl of busyness and cynicism that it’s so easy to get into these days, and how you can set aside doubts and lead more boldly!

Mentioned in this episode:

The Inspire Your Team to Greatness Assessment (The Courage Assessment)

https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

The Generous Leader: How to Engage, Empower and Build More Success in Your Team | Judy Hoberman

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

How can you be a leader who truly makes a difference with your team?

It takes intentionality and generosity, and Judy Hoberman tells us how in this episode:

The Generous Leader: How to Engage, Empower and Build More Success in Your Team.

Judy is an award-winning international speaker, best-selling author, trainer and leading authority on women in leadership and sales.

You’ll appreciate her thinking and suggestions that you can apply organically.

About the Guest:

Judy Hoberman, President of Judy Hoberman and Associates, is an award-winning international speaker, best-selling author, and leading authority on women in leadership and sales with 30 years of business experience. As a transformational executive coach, she enlightens audiences on how both genders can support each other's success.

Judy has authored four books, including "Selling in a Skirt" and "Walking on the Glass Floor," and serves as the Executive Director for the Walking on the Glass Floor Foundation. Recognized for her contributions, she received the Character and Integrity Award and was named a "Woman to Watch" by Thrive Global. Judy hosts the podcast "Selling in a Skirt with Judy Hoberman" and has been featured as "The Gender Expert" on Fox News Radio.

She is dedicated to the mission of helping one woman a day, advocating for the philosophy, "Women Want To Be Treated Equally...Not Identically"®.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Up next is Practical Secrets to More Energy, Mental Toughness, and Consistent Achievement with Sue Firth, a Business Psychologist, Performance Coach and a leading authority on stress, resilience, and well-being. Sue shares with us practical and specific steps to take to release stress from our weeks and from our bodies.

The Uncertainty Advantage: Counter-Intuitive Secrets of Parallel Problem-Solving and Powerful Purpose | Michael Gardon

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Michael Gardon. Mike is a 3-time entrepreneur and creator of the Break Community on careercloud.com, and he provides a different and non-mainstream view on how to proceed when faced with uncertainty.

He’ll get you thinking and you’ll feel more grounded when the path forward is unclear.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Michael Gardon, a 3-time entrepreneur, is the creator of The Break Community on Careercloud.com, guiding a 14,000+ strong community to break through work barriers and live purposefully. Mike successfully transitioned from derivatives trader to corporate consultant to entrepreneur. Holding degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and DePaul University, Mike engineered his BREAK in 2018, turning his side hustle into a million-dollar business called Advantage Mapping. He is also the founder of Quotebook, promoting family bonding.

Mike advocates for remote work and intentional work-life integration, sharing insights on various platforms and being featured on podcasts like Acquiring Minds and Startup Hustle. Based in the Midwest, Mike has built a life around family and welcomes discussions on purpose, career change, entrepreneurship, and side hustles like Quotebook, created with his 3 kids.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment) - https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Warren Buffet – Circle of Competence

https://www.wealest.com/articles/circle-of-competence#:~:text=Warren%20Buffett%20wrote%20a%20letter,within%20their%20circle%20of%20competence

Charles Munger - Poor Charlie's Almanack: The Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/944652.Poor_Charlie_s_Almanack

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Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – The Generous Leader: How to Engage, Empower and Build More Success in Your Team – with Judy Hoberman, an award-winning international speaker, best-selling author, and leading authority on women in leadership and sales.

The 5 Principles for Bridging the Connection Divide | Valerie Mrak

Thu, 30 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

It’s Powerful Collaboration for Extraordinary Results week!

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Valerie Mrak. We delved into 5 principles to bridge any communication divide, including generational gaps, functional silos, and conflicts. With each principle, we highlighted the specific significance in creating productive partnerships and transforming exhausted relationships.

Valerie is clearly committed to, passionate about, and experienced in helping people transform conflict. She enables teams and individuals to go from inaction and fighting to action and resourceful collaboration.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Valerie Mrak is a conflict transformation specialist, who takes exhausted, frustrated relationships and helps her clients transform them into productive partnerships. She empowers teams and individuals to move from inaction and infighting to action and creative collaboration.

She is a TEDx and international speaker, award-winning filmmaker and leadership coach who has empowered thousands across the globe to transform their business and personal relationships through creating mutual possibility. A bestselling author, Valerie has been featured on podcasts, radio and in publications such as the Chicago Tribune, and has more than a dozen years’ experience coaching, speaking and training.

Her clients have included AT&T, The National Park Service, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Rotary International and PBS. She is most proud of her work with His Holiness the Dalai Lama and several other Nobel Peace Prize Winners.

The best way to reach Valerie is through this Calendly link https://calendly.com/mrakulous

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – The Uncertainty Advantage: Counter-Intuitive Secrets of Parallel Problem-Solving and Powerful Purpose – with Michael Gardon, a 3-time entrepreneur and the creator of The Break Community on Careercloud.com where he is guiding a 14,000+ strong community to break through work barriers and live purposefully.

Rewarding Virtual Teams: 5 Steps to Lead Successfully from Afar | David Coleman

Wed, 29 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Powerful Collaboration for Extraordinary Results week continues!

We know that we can have virtual meetings and work remotely. Yet, are we doing so effectively? What’s most important to consider when we’re leading a virtual or hybrid team?

David Coleman, an award-winning speaker, joins us on The Courage of a Leader podcast and outlines practical strategies to create respectfully engaging and valuable-to-all virtual interactions.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

David Coleman of High-Impact Training is an award-winning speaker who provides wildly entertaining and engaging presentations on a wide variety of topics, including dating and relationships, leadership, public speaking, multi-tasking, and more. No matter the topic, the location, or the size of the group, count on David to deliver and infuse unmatched energy.

Nationally recognized and celebrating more than 25 years of masterful speaking experience, David can relate to and capture any audience. David is known for his ability to create unique learning experiences. Every program he delivers combines engaging content with group energy designed to accelerate participants toward success.

The best way to reach David is by email at TheDatingDoctor@mac.com or by calling him at 513-403-7399.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Teaser for next episode

We’ve got another episode dropping during Powerful Collaboration for Extraordinary Results week! Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – The 5 Principles for Bridging the Connection Divide – with Valerie Mrak, a conflict transformation specialist, who takes exhausted, frustrated relationships and helps her clients transform them into productive partnerships.

The Power of Perfect Conflict: How to Guarantee Trust and Influence with Anyone | Dan Tocchini III

Tue, 28 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

It’s Powerful Collaboration for Extraordinary Results week!

Our lives are complex and fast-moving. Thus, conflict happens, even when everyone has the best of intentions.

Want to know how to deal with conflict effectively and proactively? Dan Tocchini III is here to tell us how.

Dan’s a business and social entrepreneur, published author, master trainer, executive coach, leadership whisperer, and culture development specialist, he’ll have you thinking about and approaching conflict much differently.

This is not an episode to miss! You’ll get practical and transformational advice you can immediately apply.

About the Guest:

Dan Tocchini III is a business and social entrepreneur, a published author, a master trainer, executive coach, leadership whisperer and culture development specialist. He is the Founder and Senior Partner at Take New Ground of Take New Ground a subsidiary of Human Performance Unlimited, Inc, where he champions founders and executives to scale their organizations.

After 30 years of transitioning individuals, teams, and organizations from their current state to a desired future state of fulfilling their vision, Dan’s passion for leaders makes no question too dangerous and no conversation too difficult in delivering meaningful long-term results.

Clients include Disney, ESPN, Microsoft, Interstate Batteries, Nike, Virgin Hyperloop-One, Seigel & Gale, The Oprah Winfrey Network, Gavin de Becker, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, Smarty Pants Vitamins, World Vision, Homeboy Industries, Defy Ventures and many others.

The best way to reach Dan is through LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dantocchini

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Thanks for listening!

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Powerful Collaboration for Extraordinary Results week continues!! Tomorrow you’ll hear from David Coleman, an award-winning speaker who provides wildly entertaining and engaging presentations. Tune in to hear: Rewarding Virtual Teams: 5 Steps to Lead Successfully from Afar.

How the Famed Exec Club Overcame COVID Crossroads to Ultimately Thrive | Margaret Mueller

Tue, 21 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Margaret Meuller, we discuss how Executive Club of Chicago navigated through crossroads during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, Margaret, who is vastly experienced at driving growth and impact in business and society and was President of the Executives Club of Chicago through our global pandemic, shares her experience and pragmatic guidance with us.

This is not an episode to miss! You’ll get practical and transformational advice to apply when you’re faced with an important personal or professional crossroads decision.

About the Guest:

With over 20 years of experience as a board member, C-suite executive, and civic leader, Margaret Mueller has a proven track record of driving growth and impact in business and society.

Margaret is a Board Director, and the President and CEO of The Executives' Club of Chicago, a prestigious 115-year old business leaders association that attracts over 16,000 senior corporate leaders annually to over 100 programs on the latest business topics.

As an Operating Partner at Tilia Holdings, Margaret leads the Tilia Innovation Collaboratory, a platform that enhances safety, nutrition, and sustainability in the global food supply chain through middle market control investments.

Through these roles, Margaret leverages her expertise in governance, succession planning, enterprise risk management, supply chains, marketing, and M&A to create value for her stakeholders, partners, and communities. She is passionate about advancing corporate social responsibility, diversity and inclusion, digital transformation, and sustainability.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Executives Club of Chicago

https://www.executivesclub.org/

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Tune in next week for a very special event on The Courage of a Leader podcast. It will be Powerful Collaboration for Extraordinary Results week! You’ll hear from 3 courageous, amazing collaboration experts, with episodes releasing on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Set aside some time now to be able to listen in!

Lightbulb Leadership: The Power of Creative Risk for 100% Engagement | Heather Dean

Tue, 07 May 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Heather Dean. We delved into the importance of fostering creative risk-taking among leaders to address complex problems and seize opportunities in various industries.

In this episode, Heather discusses three main leadership approaches represented by different light sources: flashlight, chandelier, and strobe light.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Heather Dean has been designing learning experiences for over 25 years. She supports professionals in a wide variety of fields to design engaging meaningful experiences for their clients, customers, students, or teams. The end goal is to build understanding, to get the Lightbulbs to Turn On!

Whether they wish to reform complex problems, broaden perspectives, build a more meaningful life, lift communities, or achieve economic and academic success, she is here to help. No matter the audience, the setting, or the topic – from formal classrooms to corporate meetings to social change initiatives – interactions can be improved for better outcomes.

Heather has a BA in Studio Art/Art History from Denison University, a Master’s in Education from DePaul University and holds her National Board Professional Teaching Certificate. She currently works from and lives in Madison, WI.

The best way to reach Heather is through her website, https://creativeacrossthecurriculum.com/ and this contact number 773.680.7987.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

The Courage of a Leader, How To Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results (book): https://courageofaleader.com/the-courage-of-a-leader-book/

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Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – How the Famed Exec Club Overcame COVID Crossroads to Ultimately Thrive – with Margaret Meuller, Board Director, and the President and CEO of The Executives' Club of Chicago.

Dare to Dream, Dare to Act: The Competitive Advantage of an Innovative Business | Terry Rich

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Terry Rich, a successful CEO and president of 25 years, a global speaker, and an author with a fascinating and varied background. Under his leadership he has increased state lottery profits by 50% and has also led a zoo from a $600,000 deficit to profitability.

In this episode, Terry talks about how to create an innovative environment. Listen in to hear his engaging stories and advice that you haven’t heard before.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Terry Rich is a successful CEO and President of 25 years who loves to engage and entertain audiences across the globe. Under his leadership, state lottery sales and profits increased by 50%. He also led the Blank Park Zoo to profitability from a $600,000 deficit while positioning it as the second largest attended attraction in the state. But his national insight on business, banking, gaming, TV production, marketing and PR led him to success in his professional career. Oh, and he’s also given away over $1 billion.

Before that, he started in cable television before it was cool, ran four successful entrepreneurial businesses, and has numerous national media appearances including ABC, NBC, HBO, CBS, 20/20, CNN, CNBC, USA Today and The New York Times; a movie host on Starz! and appeared as a panel guest on the "Tonight Show".

He’s a disruptive innovator and entrepreneur with a drive for integrity and honesty. He’s worked in the trenches, survived new business trends, and had success with generational changes.

Terry Rich has authored two books: The $80 Billion Gamble and Dare to Dream, Dare to Act.

https://terryspeaks.com/about-terry/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

· The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

· The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

· The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

· The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

https://www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Dare to Dream, Dare to Act

https://www.amazon.com/Dare-Dream-Act-Greater-Success/dp/1508702527

The $80 Billion Gamble

https://www.amazon.com/80-Billion-Gamble-Suspicious-Bigfoot/dp/1950790908

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Tune in next for Lightbulb Leadership: The Power of Creative Risk for 100% Engagement with my guest, Heather Dean, the Founder of Creative Across Curriculum and discover how the light source metaphors can illuminate your leadership in critical ways.

Engineering an Epiphany: How to Make Large-Scale Change a Guaranteed Success | MJ Reiners

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is MJ Reiners. While 70% of all change efforts fail, learn about how your change can be different.

In this episode, MJ said that fearing change is a normal human experience, but we can craft our experiences to help people move through it safely.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

MJ Reiners is a Speaker, Author, Consultant & Educator, and she launched Summerland Education in 2011 to enable organizations to leverage internal resources and develop high performing work teams in order to reach their business goals.

MJ teaches individuals and organizations how to save significant dollars, time, and stress with her unique aided discovery transformation model.

MJ’s best-selling book – Engineering an Epiphany, Master Business Evolution Using the 7 Forces – is a must-have guide for any change maker.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Thanks for listening!

Do you have questions or feedback about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Teaser for next episode

Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – Dare to Dream, Dare to Act: The Competitive Advantage of an Innovative Business – with Terry Rich, a successful CEO and President of 25 years who loves to engage and entertain audiences across the globe.

The Courageous Vision: Transform Any Organization to Higher Levels of Profit and Sustainability | Will Busch III

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Will Busch III. We delved into what makes a good vision, and how a vision should connect with people emotionally while aiming for a greater good.

In this episode, Will shares the power of a compelling vision in driving transformation, and the impact it has on employees, businesses and communities.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Will Busch III is an experienced strategy execution executive with a track record of helping organizations achieve profitable growth. Special focus on helping investors and operators align people, process, structure, and systems to accelerate value creation within PE backed portfolio companies. Also passionate about city initiatives to increase job creation and economic advancement within underserved communities.

Nearly two decades of transformation experience leading turn-around, growth, and M&A assignments for public and privately held companies Will has technical training in behavioral economics and strategy execution Originally from St. Louis, MO and the son of two elementary school Principals A proud husband to Elizabeth Busch and father to William, Alexander, and Reina Busch Will's life purpose is to bring peace and prosperity to undeserved communities

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Playing to Win by A.G. Lafley and Roger Martin

https://rogerlmartin.com/lets-read/playing-to-win

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Teaser for next episode

Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – Engineering an Epiphany: How to Make Large-Scale Change a Guaranteed Success – with MJ Reiners, an expert in the energy and approaches needed for organizational transformation.

The Values Factor: The Power of Laser-Focused Leadership | Raj Echambadi

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Do you like to consider yourself a values-driven leader? Do you wonder how to assess how you’re doing?

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Raj Echambadi. We delved into how he thinks about and practically demonstrates values that inspire and engage others.

Raj is the President of Illinois Institute of Technology and has a principle-driven vision for the institute and he shares with us how he thinks about and practically demonstrates values that inspire and engage others.

You’ll enjoy, be impressed and be inspired by what Raj has to say and how he says it.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Raj Echambadi became the 10th president of Illinois Institute of Technology in August 2021. Echambadi’s vision for Illinois Tech is centered on a new path to preeminence driven by four principles: first, honoring and strengthening the university’s role as an engine of opportunity and a national leader in economic mobility; second, pursuing growth through reimagining education to serve learners at all stages of life; third, fueling future innovation by empowering students; and fourth, exemplifying purpose-driven citizenship in service of the Bronzeville neighborhood, Chicago, and the world.

Previously, Echambadi served as the dean of D’Amore-McKim School of Business at Northeastern University. Before joining Northeastern, Echambadi served in various roles, including as senior associate dean of strategic innovation, at Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he was a driving force behind a scaled online M.B.A. (iMBA) program that was lauded as one of the best educational innovations in the past decade.

Echambadi received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Anna University in India and a doctorate in marketing from the University of Houston. His academic research focuses on strategic innovation within organizations and how firms should balance current and future opportunities. He has won numerous teaching and research accolades including the prestigious Academy of Management Journal Best Paper Award for his work on employee entrepreneurship.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – The Courageous Vision: Transform Any Organization to Higher Levels of Profit and Sustainability – with Will Busch III, an experienced strategy execution executive with a track record of helping organizations achieve profitable growth.

The Science of Mastering Uncertainty | Carla Fowler

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Carla Fowler. Carla, with her background in performance science, emphasizes the importance of mindset and actions in navigating uncertainty effectively.

In this episode, Carla introduces the concept of running good experiments as a powerful way to embrace uncertainty. Drawing from her scientific background, she highlights the need to balance research and action, emphasizing the importance of learning from both success and failure.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Carla Fowler, MD PhD founded THAXA out of a passion for performance science, where the fields of strategy, productivity, and psychology intersect. Since its inception in 2013, THAXA’s scientific approach to individualized coaching has attracted a devoted client base of dozens of executives at firms ranging from Fortune 500 technology companies to venture-backed startups to innovative nonprofits.

Carla’s coaching methods draw upon the multidisciplinary field of performance science to generate the best ideas surrounding strategy, execution, and mindset to assist leaders in their endeavors. Over the past 10 years, she has distilled the key principles of performance into understandable concepts and a method that helps leaders incorporate these ideas into their day-to-day performance, helping them go faster and improving their results.

Outside of her coaching, Carla truly enjoys sharing her key performance principles with audiences while engaging in thought-provoking conversations surrounding her passion for performance science.

Carla graduated from Brown University magna cum laude, earned her MD and PhD at the University of Washington, and completed her internship in general surgery at Stanford University. The best way to reach Carla is by email, DrFowler@thaxa.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – The Values Factor: The Power of Laser-Focused Leadership – with Raj Echambadi, President at Illinois Institute of Technology. You’ll hear evidence of his laser-focused leadership from his very first words, and I know you’ll really enjoy hearing how Raj thinks about the multi-faceted impact we have as leaders.

The Genius of Innovation Systems | Larry Keeley

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Larry Keeley. We delved into some thought-provoking concepts and practical steps to fuel innovation.

In this episode, Larry addresses the inherent fears associated with innovation, both for young innovators and senior leaders who sponsor it. By establishing well-governed, well-led, and senior executive-sanctioned frameworks for innovation, these fears can be overcome.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

With forty years of work as an innovation scientist, Larry Keeley works to make innovation much more effective. He is the co-founder of Doblin, the leading global firm focused on innovation effectiveness—over 700 alumnae in that network. Professor at IIT Institute of Design for 39-years, first university in the world to grant PhDs in design and innovation; Board member and leading employer of graduates. Professor at Kellogg Graduate School of Management, MMM Program for 12-years; named Distinguished Professor there, 2015. He has helped educate more than 5,900 Masters or PhD students as innovators—a huge global network of

colleagues. Author of #2 all-time best-selling book on innovation, Ten Types of Innovation, translated into 15- languages. Selected by Business Week as one of the top seven global ”gurus” of the innovation field. Then separately selected by them as one of the top 27-designers in the world. Currently Keeley runs Keeley Innovations LLC, his own private consultancy, advising individuals and firms that he believes can change the world. This gives him complete independence, with no teams, firms, methods, or follow-on activities he is obligated to represent.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment) - https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Ten Types of Innovation: The Discipline of Building Breakthroughs (book) by Larry Keeley - https://www.amazon.com/Ten-Types-Innovation-Discipline-Breakthroughs-ebook/dp/B00DZLBHU8

Innovators Dilemma (book) by Clayton Christensen - https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Dilemma-Technologies-Management-Innovation-ebook/dp/B012BLTM6I

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Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – The Science of Mastering Uncertainty – with Carla Fowler, MD PhD, Managing Director at THAXA.

Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go | Julie Winkle Giulioni

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Julie Winkle Giulioni. Julie champions development as a relationship-driven process fueled by meaningful conversations.

In this episode, Julie advocates for making development a relationship-driven process through feedback conversations, empowering leaders to create a more meaningful and reciprocal growth experience for both individuals and the organization.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Julie Winkle Giulioni is a champion for workplace growth and development and helps executives and leaders optimize talent and potential within their organizations. One of Inc. Magazine’s Top 100 speakers, she’s the author of Promotions Are So Yesterday: Redefine Career Development. Help Employees Thrive and the co-author of the international bestseller, Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Want, translated into seven languages.

Julie is a regular columnist for Training Industry Magazine and SmartBrief and contributes articles on leadership, career development, and workplace trends to numerous publications including The Economist.

The best way to reach Julie is by email, julie@juliewinklegiulioni.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Teaser for next episode

Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – The Genuis of Innovation Systems – with Larry Keeley, which will definitely leave you with some profound new insights about how to implement truly bold ideas in your team or organization.

Vibrant Cultures: The Strength of EACH Individual and the LIT Formula | Nicole Greer

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Nicole Greer. Nicole says, name the challenge you’re facing in your culture, and she will help you solve it. From culture shifting keynotes and workshops, executive coaching or long-term partnerships, her work helps you develop your next leaders.

In this episode, Nicole shares with us 2 acronyms for powerful, pragmatic, easy-to-implement strategies for immediate results and more than a handful of valuable resources.

This is not an episode to miss!

About the Guest:

Nicole Greer is an Executive Coach, Consultant, and Recruiter with Vibrant Coaching and Consulting Inc. From culture-shifting keynotes and workshops, executive coaching, or long-term partnerships, Nicole’s work is to help you develop your next leaders.

Nicole has lead marketing and training for 80+ sites across the U.S. Later, she went out and got almost every credential in leadership development you’ve heard of. You can see the list on her website: https://vibrantculture.com/certifications/

Since that time, Nicole has joined organizations in almost every industry to BUILD VIBRANT CULTURES where employees take initiative and true ownership in their work.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/build-a-vibrant-culture-nicole-greer/

https://vibrantculture.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

The Courage of a Leader, How To Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results (book): https://courageofaleader.com/the-courage-of-a-leader-book/

Carol Dwek, fixed and growth mindset: https://www.ted.com/talks/carol_dweck_the_power_of_believing_that_you_can_improve?language=en

Fred Kiel, Return on Character (book): https://www.amazon.com/Return-Character-Fred-7-Apr-2015-Hardcover/dp/B011T7KHTG

Jim Rohn, You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2QBSbC2_rZSIzJdU0oKwEQ

Brian Tracy, Eat That Frog (book): https://www.amazon.com/Eat-That-Frog-Great-Procrastinating/dp/162656941X

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Stay tuned for our next guest podcast episode – Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go – with Julie Winkle Guilioni. Julie’s got easy-to-implement advice about how to start and have truly effective conversations about meaningful development.

Inspiring Leadership Lessons from Top Athletes: Insider Secrets to Mental Toughness and High Performance from a 2x Olympic Medalist | Katie Zaferes

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 04:00:00 -0400

Katie Zaferes is a 2-time Olympian and 2-time Olympic medalist and the 2019 World Champion in World Triathlon. She’s also a Mom and an all around fantastic human.

Katie talks with me openly about how she’s intentionally worked on the mental side of the sport and what it’s like for her to return to competition at the highest level after giving birth and while fulfilling her dream of becoming a Mom.

Listen in to be inspired and to transfer the lessons Katie has learned to your own work and life.

About the Guest:

Katie Zaferes is a 2x Olympic Medalist, 2x Olympian (2016, 2020) and 2019 World Champion in World Triathlon. More importantly she is mom to Kimble and wife to Tommy Zaferes. Katie took time out of the sport in 2022 to welcome their son Kimble in July 2022 and is now returning to competition at the highest level. When the family of three is not on the road they reside in Cary, North Carolina. Katie loves spending time at home and getting to see family and friends. She’s passionate about the mental side of training, competition and life in general.

The best way to reach Katie is on Instagram - Kzaferes6 or Facebook – Katie Zaferes Triathlete.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

Ryan Holiday’s book, The Obstacle is the Way: https://theobstacleistheway.com/

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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My next guest on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Nicole Greer. Listen in for Vibrant Cultures: The Strength of EACH individual and the LIT Formula.

S.E.E.R. Secrets for DE&I Systemic Change from Her Popular TEDx | Natasha Miller Williams

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today, on The Courage of a Leader podcast, you can be inspired and impressed by Natasha Miller Williams, a speaker and a writer who brings data and insights together to advance the conversation about inclusion in the workplace.

Natasha is finding ways to improve how we all relate to each other, and the opportunities that we can create for everyone.

Listen in as she shares her insightful and practical approach for any individual to successfully challenge a system.

About the Guest:

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Tune in next to discover Inspiring Leadership Lessons from Top Athletes: Insider Secrets to Mental Toughness and High Performance from a 2x Olympic Medalist, Katie Zaferes.

How to Set Relevant Goals and Continually Create Your Legacy | Eric Larson

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today, on The Courage of a Leader podcast, you can be inspired and impressed by Eric Larson, Tilia Holdings Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Chairman.

Eric’s mission is to transform the effectiveness and efficiencies in the food supply industry, focusing on food safety, nutrition, and wellness, and sustainability. No small task!!

Listen in to discover the innovative ways he’s approaching his commitment and take away lessons that can benefit you and all leaders.

About the Guest:

Eric Larson, Tilia’s Chairman, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, started his career as a private equity investor and business builder in 1986. Prior to co-founding Tilia in 2017, Eric established Linden Life Science in 2002, now known as Linden Capital Partners, a leading healthcare focused middle-market private equity firm. Eric was Linden’s Chairman and, as its senior investment professional, developed the firm’s strategy and organization.

Before Linden, Eric was Executive Vice President and Managing General Partner of First Chicago Equity Capital (now One Equity Partners), which he co-founded in 1991. He began his private equity career at First Chicago Venture Capital (now Madison Dearborn Partners), where he was a Partner and Investment Principal.

In addition to Tilia, Eric is involved with several technically-oriented organizations, including: the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (Member of the Nutrition Roundtable); the National Geographic Society; the Illinois Institute of Technology (Trustee and Chairman of its Institute of Design); Center for Higher Ambition Leadership (Executive Fellow); and the Commercial Club of Chicago (member).

https://tiliallc.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Tune in next to discover the S.E.E.R. Secrets for DE&I Systemic Change from Natasha Miller William’s popular TEDx.

Authentic Achievements: How to Gracefully Lead Through Emotional Challenges | Kim-Adele Randall

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0400

My guest on this episode of The Courage of a Leader podcast is Kim-Adele Randall. Kim-Adele is an inspiring people-focused leader, consultant, author, and speaker.

In this episode, we discuss how to authentically lead through emotional challenges. We explore the importance of self-awareness, vulnerability, and compassion in leadership. Kim-Adele also shared tips on how to navigate difficult emotions, build trust with your team, and create a supportive workplace culture.

You’ll appreciate the way that she thinks about and approaches difficult situations with others. Her authenticity and practical, transformative guidance permeates this episode. I’m excited to share it with all of you.

About the Guest:

Kim-Adele Randall is a renowned business consultant, international bestselling author, inspirational keynote and TEDx speaker, and proud mum, coupling 25 years in the corporate world with lessons she has garnered throughout her journey to help others achieve sustainable transformation for professional and personal success.

She is currently writing the forthcoming book Authentic Achievements - The 7 Secrets to Building Brave Belief, Unstoppable Sales, and Turning Your Leaders Into Talent Magnets for Guaranteed Sustainable Growth, based on her experience delivering those results for organisations including Sage and Barclay’s Bank.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the podcast

Crucial Conversations: https://cruciallearning.com/books/

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Tune in next for How to Set Relevant Goals and Continually Create Your Legacy with my guest, Eric Larson, Tilia’s Chairman, Co-Founder and Co-CEO.

The San Diego Airport Culture Factor: The New Process for Trust, Growth and Expansion | Kimberly Becker

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today, Kim Becker, is the owner and operator of the San Diego International Airport, joins us to day to talk about culture at the airport. It’s infiltrating their conversations, their meetings and how they’re thinking about and approaching their work.

Kim is very intentional about calling their efforts a process, not a program. They are taking their time with this process, giving their most vital mindsets the focus they deserve and involving all levels of leadership in new ways. Tune in to learn how they’re doing it and the difference it’s making. It’s powerful!

About the Guest:

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resource mentioned in the episode

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Do you have questions or feedback about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!

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Teaser for next episode

Next up will be my guest episode with Kim-Adele Randall. You’ll appreciate the way that she thinks about and cares for people in difficult situations. She shares so much transformative guidance in the upcoming episode: Authentic Achievements: How to Gracefully Lead Through Emotional Challenges.

The Power of Values-Based Collaboration: How to Work Together Better Than Ever | Phil Gafka

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Join me and my guest Phil Gafka, of LEAP Coaching, as we focus on the critical role of enhancing organizational culture for an organization's success. Phil emphasizes the need to define not only what an organization's culture should be but also the behaviors and methods to nurture it. Listen as he provides practical strategies for leaders to initiate culture transformation, including insights on teamwork's core role in shaping culture. He also guides leaders on prioritizing and integrating core values into their decision-making processes.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of culture enhancement and the crucial role of leadership in this process through Phil's thought-provoking insights and experiences.

About the Guest:

Phil Gafka is a recognized leadership speaker, executive coach, and business consultant.

Capitalizing on his experience as CEO of two successful companies and developing leadership performance at a variety of corporate levels, as a Certified Business Coach, Phil focuses on Executive Coaching, Leadership Development and Strategic Business Planning and Culture Development. He develops leaders, from managers.

Phil has spoken to a wide range of organizations ranging from Audi, Jackson National Life Insurance, and the National Kitchen & Bath Association.

His first book is entitled “Hole-In-One Leadership - 9 Secrets to Mastering the Game of Leadership Greatness” and was published in 2019.

https://www.leapcoaching.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resource mentioned in the episode

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in next for The San Diego Airport Culture Factor: the New Process for Trust, Growth and Expansion with my guest, Kimberly Becker, the President and CEO of the San Diego International Airport.

Courageous Cultures: Get ALL the Great Ideas from Your Team You Never Knew You Needed and Achieve More | Karin Hurt

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Karin Hurt of Let’s Grow Leaders inspires courage, confidence and innovation. In this episode, she shares her extensive research and proven tactics for having team members speak up and share their best ideas and thinking. This is what creates powerful, innovative, and productive cultures.

About the Guest:

Karin Hurt helps human-centered leaders find clarity in uncertainty, drive innovation, and achieve breakthrough results. She’s the founder and CEO of Let’s Grow Leaders, an international leadership development and training firm known for practical tools and leadership development programs that stick.

She’s the award-winning author of four books including Courageous Cultures: How to Build Teams of Micro-Innovators, Problem Solvers, and Customer Advocates and Winning Well: A Manager’s Guide to Getting Results-Without Losing Your Soul and a hosts the popular Asking for a Friend Vlog on LinkedIn. A former Verizon Wireless executive, Karin was named to Inc. Magazine’s list of great leadership speakers.

Karin and her husband and business partner, David Dye, are committed to their philanthropic initiative, Winning Wells – building clean water wells for the people of Cambodia.

The best way to reach Karin is by email, karin.hurt@LetsGrowLeaders.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

How to Use What We Know About Neuroscience to Be Exponentially More Influential (podcast episode): https://courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/how-to-use-what-we-know-about-neuroscience-to-be-exponentially-more-influential-with-laura-berger/

The Courage to Be An Inclusive Leader (podcast episode): https://courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/the-courage-to-be-an-inclusive-leader-with-ellen-burton/

Innovative Ways You Can Create a More Sustainable World (podcast episode): https://courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/innovative-ways-you-can-create-a-more-sustainable-world-with-simon-bailey/

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Let's Grow Leaders blog:

https://letsgrowleaders.com/award-winning-leadership-blog/

Karin's books:

https://letsgrowleaders.com/great-leadership-books/

Karin's Asking for a Friend show:

https://letsgrowleaders.com/asking-for-a-friend/

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The Intentional Unicorn: Finding Strengths, Talents and Authenticity in Yourself and Your Team | Jennie Lopez

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Jennie Lopez is the author of the Intentional Unicorn, and she embodies fully the idea of bringing your whole self to work. She shares with us in this episode about why it’s important to bring your authentic self to work, and she gives us real examples about how to do so.

About the Guest:

Jennie López embodies "Bring Yourself to Work" in everything she does. She empowers diversity and engages employees and organizations to achieve new highs. Her superpower? Her authenticity! She realized that her strengths are a combination of her Latinx heritage, passions, and learnings from being a mom.

Jennie is originally from Puerto Rico and moved to the US to complete her Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering. Her engineering career includes roles in Manufacturing & Quality and in the executive suite as Chief Operating Officer. Jennie is also an executive board member for the Organization of Latinx focusing on developing and accelerating Latinx talent at her company.

In parallel she has also found success in her dancing and fitness careers. Her experiences include: Back up dancer for artists like Julio Iglesias and Ednita Nazario, Superbowl Winning NFL Cheerleader, and Zumba Master Trainer.

After many years of working hard to hide her unicorn horn she realized that’s where magic takes place. She is now proud of being an intentional unicorn and empowers others to do the same.

Instagram: www.instagram.com/intentionalunicorn

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/intentionalunicorn

YouTube: www.youtube.com/@intentionalunicorn

TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@intentionalunicorn

Website: www.intentionalunicorn.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Courage to Be An Inclusive Leader (podcast episode): https://courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/the-courage-to-be-an-inclusive-leader-with-ellen-burton/

Innovative Ways You Can Create a More Sustainable World (podcast episode): https://courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/innovative-ways-you-can-create-a-more-sustainable-world-with-simon-bailey/

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Leadership Legacy:

https://courageofaleader.com/your-leadership-legacy/

Leadership Autobiography:

https://courageofaleader.com/LeadershipAutobiography/

Intentional Unicorn book:

https://www.amazon.com/Intentional-Unicorn-authentic-thrive-career/dp/1733063595/

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How to Make Courageous Bold Moves in Your Business | Courtney Wright

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Courtney Wright has made bold business moves throughout her career. In this episode, we discuss how she does it. How does she courageously and continuously take action that leads to impressive business results? You’ll learn that her secret to success is much more about what she believes and thinks, than what she does.

About the Guest:

Courtney Wright values helping people and believes in "the grind." An entrepreneur, podcast host, innovator, problem solver, wife, and mother, Wright wears many hats - the first of which goes on in the wee hours of the morning.

Wright founded CDW Merchants, the leading 3D visual retail displays and E-commerce gift packaging provider for the nation's top retailers including Kate Spade, Victoria’s Secret, and Club Monaco. In 2016, Courtney packaged CDW for the last time and sold it to Bunzl PLC (traded on the FTSE 100). That same year, Wright bought Gemini Builds It! and Showcase Acrylics, a leader in the framing, moulding, and custom display industry.

As CEO, Wright quickly expanded their offerings to become a well-known name in E-commerce, Design, Corporations, Museums and Institutions, PPE and Healthcare, as well as the Hospitality and Events industries. She continues to look for organic growth opportunities through additional acquisitions. With her solid mix of entrepreneurial foresight, creativity, and hustle mentality, it was only natural that Wright would develop a platform to share her highly sought-after business advice.

The Ladyboss Podcast by Courtney Wright is a modern-day guide to business, offering listeners real conversations with other successful leaders and entrepreneurs to discuss failures, successes, and strategies.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpfF7CdCQ7qoxIElkWSpiRQ

You can contact her at Courtney@geminibuildsit.com or 847-417-5980.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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The Profit Rainmaker: How to Execute Exceptionally Well on True Priorities | John Lanier

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Today my guest is John Lanier, CEO of Middle Market Methods. You’ll immediately hear his passion for efficiency, effectiveness and creating value. I’m glad you’re here for our discussion on how to execute extremely well on true priorities. I know you’ll walk away with actionable ideas!

About the Guest:

John Lanier is CEO of Middle Market Methods (“M3”). He began his career in asset-based lending, to which he attributes valuable lessons in cash flow and working capital integrity. In the most recent 21 years, he has supported lower middle market portfolio companies of private equity sponsors.

M3 focuses on value-creating solutions covering strategy, growth, productivity, and people. The “resultancy” practice has logged over 500 deliverables for more than 170 portfolio companies for at least 65 private equity firms. John memorialized his methodology in a book entitled Value-Creation in Middle Market Private Equity. He also writes quarterly value-creation articles. John has a BBA in Finance from Georgia, an MBA from St. Leo, and a Doctorate in Strategic Leadership from Regent.

John and his wife of 43 years are proud parents of two awesomely accomplished daughters and their respective sons-in-law. The Lanier family avidly supports rescue dogs.

https://middlemarketmethods.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

Start with Why by Simon Sinek

https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447

Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done by Ram Charan and Larry Bossidy

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0609610570

How Big Things Get Done: The Surprising Factors That Determine the Fate of Every Project, from Home Renovations to Space Exploration and Everything In Between

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593239512

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Value-Driven Growth: The Magic of Clarity to Create and Convey Success | Mark Stiving

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Mark Stiving is my guest today and he is a pricing expert. What does pricing have to do with The Courage of a Leader? It turns out, quite a lot!

The secret to effectively pricing your products and services is the same one leaders can use to clearly define and communicate the value of their teams’ work.

Are you intrigued? I was!

About the Guest:

Mark Stiving, PhD, MBA, is a widely recognized pricing expert and marketing pro who teaches companies how to boost revenues and realize their true value. With 25+ years’ experience in price segmentation, pricing product portfolios and visionary pricing, Mark’s analytical skills provide specific direction and quantifiable results. Sought after as a trusted advisor, Mark has consulted, trained and/or coached hundreds of companies including Cisco, Procter and Gamble, Grimes Aerospace, Splunk, and Crowdstrike.

Mark uses a creative but pragmatic approach to help large businesses and entrepreneurs untangle confusion about pricing. All businesses can benefit from Mark’s value-based pricing strategies to capture their true worth, from start-ups to seasoned enterprises.

Mark is an award-winning speaker and the author of Impact Pricing: Your Blueprint for Driving Profits and his latest book Win Keep Grow: How to Price and Package to Accelerate Your Subscription Business

The best way to reach Mark is on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/ or via email mark@impactpricing.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the episode

Made to Stick by Chip Heath and Dan Heath - https://heathbrothers.com/books/made-to-stick/

Selling Value, How to Win More Deals at Higher Prices - https://impactpricing.com/books/

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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How to Gain the Extreme Power of Adaptive Agility for Leaders | Megan Robinson

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 04:00:00 -0400

My guest on today’s episode of The Courage of a Leader podcast is Megan Robinson, principal at E Leader Experience. Megan is talented at describing complex, nuanced, leadership concepts in accessible, simplified ways.

In this episode we discuss how to be an agile leader, and how agility is most effective when built on the foundation of knowing who you authentically are as a leader.

About the Guest:

Megan Robinson is the principal at E Leader Experience and works with individuals and teams to develop self-leadership skills that grow companies. She started her career in marketing moving her way through the corporate ladder at advertising agencies and Fortune 500 companies before jumping into the entrepreneur pool. It was at that first company that Megan discovered that her true passion was the transformational process of coaching, and so she became a John Maxwell certified coach and DiSC Trainer.

In addition, Megan is the Past President of ATDChi the leading learning and development organization in Chicagoland. Inspired by her own successful career in corporate and entrepreneurial environments, Megan makes leadership approachable for everyone, regardless of title, position, or experience.

The best way for people to reach Megan is at megan@eleaderexperience.com

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tritcak/

https://www.eleaderexperience.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Courage to Be An Inclusive Leader (podcast episode): https://courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/the-courage-to-be-an-inclusive-leader-with-ellen-burton/

Innovative Ways You Can Create a More Sustainable World (podcast episode): https://courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/innovative-ways-you-can-create-a-more-sustainable-world-with-simon-bailey/

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Inspiring Leadership Lessons of Top Athletes: Winning Success Secrets from a 2-Time Olympian and International Speaking Star, Sherry Winn

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the first podcast episode in our new series, Inspiring Leadership Lessons of Top athletes.

Our first guest in the series shares with us from the perspective of an athlete, she’s a 2-time Olympian, and as a coach, she is a National Basketball Coach of the Year.

Sherry Winn shares athlete mindsets and practices that can be translated to inspiring leadership the workplace.

About the Guest:

Sherry Winn is a Two-Time Olympian, National Basketball Coach of The Year, and Amazon Three-Time Best Selling Author. She is an in-demand internationally renowned speaker who frequently speaks for up to 14,000 people at a time including at companies such as StubHub, AnyTime Fitness, New York Life, Edward Jones, and Technicolor.

Sherry is known as a leader of leaders and a visionary of visionaries who has written five books including her newest book titled, Winning Leadership: Seven Secrets for Employee Champions and Sales Superstars.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

Life Is in the Transitions, Mastering Change at Any Age by Brian Feiler: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/life-is-in-the-transitions-bruce-feiler/1136403097

Winning Leadership, 7 Secrets to Being a Truly Powerful Leader by Sherry Winn:

https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Leadership-Powerful-Building-Champions/dp/1506911064/ref=nodl_?dplnkId=90730ac7-80a0-4597-b0b2-d9ec12d2a80c

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Courageous Destiny: Build the Ultimate Vision for Your Work and Life with Kristin Crockett

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Kristen Crockett, a Coach, Consultant and Founder of Courageous Destiny. Her leadership legacy is supporting individuals to create their courageous destiny, a life they love that includes work they love.

I’m glad you’re here to learn how you can start creating your courageous destiny!

About the Guest:

Kristin Crockett's story began in corporate sales where she became one of the TOP level female sales executives earning a very nice 6-figure paycheck. She loved selling products and services she believed in 100%.

Kristin is now on a mission to help over 10,000 women and beyond to discover their courageous self and purpose in life, increase wealth and health through her program "Courageous Destiny: Build a Business and Life You Love." Kristin is a transformer of people. Once she saw herself as a 'scardy cat' in life, and now she sees herself as 'unapologetically courageous' living her and helping others live their Courageous Destiny. Since launching Courageous Destiny(tm) Methodology, her business has thrived but more importantly the female executives, business owners and entrepreneurs she has served reach their wealth and health goals while falling head over heels in love with their business and lives.

She is the founder and visionary of "Courageous Destiny" group and private coaching programs and the Courageous Destiny(tm) Podcast.

The best way to contact her is via email at Kristin@courageousdestiny.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the podcast

Your Leadership Legacy: https://courageofaleader.com/your-leadership-legacy/

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Visit us next on Tuesday, July 18 for our first episode in our new podcast series Inspiring Leadership Lessons of Top Athletes as I talk with Sherry Winn – 2 time Olympian, National Basketball Coach of the Year and Leadership Coach – about how to translate sports strategies to the workplace to teach us how to expand, be bold and achieve unprecedented results.

Mastering the Art of Influence: How to Lead without Authority with Orvel Ray Wilson

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode, you will have the pleasure of hearing from Orvel Ray Wilson as we translate his lessons learned from leading a volunteer orchestra into valuable guidance for leaders who are working to influence across their organizations without direct authority.

About the Guest:

Today’s guest is an award-winning professional speaker, executive coach, and best-selling author of 6 of the legendary Guerrilla Marketing business books, spanning 57 titles, translated into 62 languages, and with more than 26 million copies sold worldwide.

Since 1980, he’s been helping people just like you learn how to get the edge they need to win in today’s competitive marketplace. He’s presented keynotes, workshops and seminars in hundreds of cities, in 47 countries, and all around the world. He holds the highest level of certification recognized by the professional speaking industry, the “Certified Speaking Professional.” And he’s been voted one of the world’s “Top 5 Sales and Marketing Speakers” a record 5 years straight. After 40 years on the international speaking circuit, he now coaches experts into authorities into thought leaders who deliver their unique message to the world.

You may reach at OrvelRay@gmail.com or 303-517-0866.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

https://flatironsjazzorchestra.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@Flatironsjazzorchestra

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Tune in next for Courageous Destiny: Build the Ultimate Vision for Your Work and Life with my guest, Kristin Crockett.

How to Go From Visionary to Change Agent to Triumphant with David Johnson

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is David Johnson. David has a 20-year track record of driving organizational change. He's a turnaround expert, and often turnarounds bring with them negative connotation - harsh realities, lost jobs, and cutthroat decision making.

You'll, however, find that David is different, and I know you'll appreciate his unique perspectives and pragmatic advice for How to Go From Visionary to Change Agent to Triumphant.

About the Guest:

David received his MBA from the University of Chicago and completed his undergraduate studies at Fairleigh Dickinson University.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Tune in next for Mastering the Art of Influence: How to Lead without Authority with my guest, Orvel Ray Wilson. You’ll hear a fascinating and instructional discussion about how Orvel Ray’s lessons learned from leading a volunteer 18-person orchestra can translate to every leader’s daily efforts to inspire, engage and achieve results through people.

Top 10 Ways to Find Real Wisdom as a Leader with Elisabeth Herbner

Tue, 23 May 2023 04:00:00 -0400

You heard from Elisabeth Herbner in the last episode, as she shared some of the wisdom she’s gotten from previous guests on The Courage of a Leader podcast. That was a nice way to underscore pragmatic, universal and extremely valuable insights and guidance we’ve heard.

In this episode, Elisabeth shares guidance from her yoga practice, and the real-life examples of how she and others have put it into play to best serve themselves.

Play along, and as you listen, identify what’s most important for you to practice at work and in your life, and identify how to do so.

Practice your own wisdom for improved satisfaction and results!

About the Guest:

Elisabeth Herbner has been helping people reach their goals since studying health and wellness in college. She owns a small business teaching yoga where she is fulfilling her purpose of bringing peace, light and love into the world. Elisabeth has worked with a wide variety of clients from professional athletes to librarians. In 2014, she actively chose to step down from people leadership and full time fitness to start working in health care. Over her multiple careers, she has found her favorite role is support and cheerleader, which she learned from her biggest fan, her mom.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Tune in next for unique perspectives and pragmatic advice for How to Go From Visionary to Change Agent to Triumphant with David Johnson. You’ll appreciate the way he approaches business turnaround efforts!

Find Peace in Leadership Storms: Top Podcast Fan Shares Her Most Powerful Secrets From Our Previous Guests with Elisabeth Herbner

Tue, 09 May 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Welcome to this episode entitled: Find Peace in Leadership Storms: Top Podcast Fan Shares Her Most Powerful Secrets From Our Previous Guests.

You’ll hear from Elisabeth Herbner, a dear friend, business owner and healthcare worker who helps people reach their goals in a variety of ways.

I’m glad you’re here because you’re going to get the cliff notes from 3 previous episodes of The Courage of a Leader podcast, which provide important Ah Ha!s, and learn how you can create your own Ah Ha!s every day.

About the Guest:

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Courage to Be An Inclusive Leader (podcast episode): https://courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/the-courage-to-be-an-inclusive-leader-with-ellen-burton/

Innovative Ways You Can Create a More Sustainable World (podcast episode): https://courageofaleader.com/captivate-podcast/innovative-ways-you-can-create-a-more-sustainable-world-with-simon-bailey/

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Tune in next for Top 10 Ways to Find Real Wisdom as a Leader with Elisabeth Herbner. Yes, she’s back! This time sharing more from her own wisdom, rather than what inspired her from previous The Courage of a Leader episodes.

Fearless Authenticity: How to Provide Maximum Value for Ultimate Impact with Jeanne Sparrow

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

My guest on this episode, Jeanne Sparrow, is a 7-time Emmy-winning television host, radio personality on V103 Chicago, and a speaker and consultant who helps people and organizations find more success by delivering their unique, authentic value through visionary leadership and inspiring speaking.

And, in this episode she provides transformative insights and practical guidance to do just that!! She does so in the form of 3 questions - she’s got 3 questions for everything - that you can easily answer for yourself and put into practice.

I’m glad you’re here to listen and learn from Jeanne!

About the Guest:

Jeanne Sparrow is a 7-time Emmy-winning television host, radio personality on V103 Chicago (Saturdays 6am-12pm) and host of her own podcast, Fearless Authenticity with Jeanne Sparrow. Jeanne serves as a graduate faculty instructor in communication at Northwestern University and is an award-winning speaker and consultant who helps people and organizations find more success by delivering their unique, authentic value through visionary leadership and inspiring speaking.

https://jeannesparrow.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

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Tune in next for “Find Peace in Leadership Storms: Top Podcast Fan Shares Her Most Powerful Secrets From Our Previous Guests” with Elisabeth Herbner. You’ll get Ah Has as you listen to both Elisabeth and myself share our Ah Has!

The Impact of the 3Ws: Conversations that Guarantee Meaning, Productivity and Legacy with Dan Meek

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast, Dan Meek, gives us a simple, yet powerful and versatile framework for conversations that are valuable, productive and deepen relationships.

Dan is the CEO of LIW, a leadership consultancy with a mission of democratizing leadership. You’ll enjoy our conversation about conversations. I’m glad you’re here!

About the Guest:

Dan Meek is the Chief Executive Officer at LIW - A global leadership consultancy on a mission to democratise leadership by helping people and organisations to build and be a part of awesome teams.

Dan brings a deep and diverse experience to LIW and its clients, having worked in key executive roles for both established and start-up organisations. During his career, he has held roles leading sales and customer success organisations in global HR Tech firms, on executive teams of professional services firms and, more recently, as a Chief Customer Officer.

Dan is passionate about helping organisations to improve their ability to create high-performing teams aligned to the ever-changing strategic narrative which not only improves organisational performance and culture but also creates a highly desirable workplace for today's workforce and into the future.

The best way to reach Dan is through email at dan.meek@liw3.com.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resource mentioned in the episode

Conversation Starter Cards - https://liw3.com/conversation-starter-cards/

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in next for Fearless Authenticity: How to Provide Maximum Value for Ultimate Impact with my guest, Jeanne Sparrow.

Jeanne is a 7-time Emmy-winning television host, radio personality on V103 Chicago, and an award-winning speaker and consultant who helps people and organizations find more success by delivering their unique, authentic value through visionary leadership and inspiring speaking.

The Humane, Kind, Sustainable 5-Step Process to getting More Done Every Day with Alison Miller, PhD

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Dr. Alison Miller is my guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast. You’ll really enjoy Alison’s practical, compassionate, caring, and brilliantly resourceful guidance for getting things done.

And, Alison knows what she’s talking about! She has built 3 businesses from the ground up, and put her on guidance to the test and into practice every day.

About the Guest:

Alison Miller is a clinical psychology PhD and entrepreneur who has built three successful businesses from the ground up, most notably The Dissertation Coach. Founded in 2000, The Dissertation Coach has helped thousands of graduate students finish their doctoral dissertations and master's theses.

Alison is also the author of Finish Your Dissertation Once and For All: How to Overcome Psychological Barriers, Get Results, and Move on with Your Life, published in 2009 by the American Psychological Association. She is a founding member and global Partner of Tiara International, a company dedicated to meaningful women’s leadership and transformation. Her latest business endeavor, The Academic Writers’ Space (TAWS) is an online coworking community designed for academics to get real work done in a supportive, kind, and nurturing environment.

When she’s not running her multiple businesses and following her passion of helping others succeed, Alison is enjoying life with her husband, two children, and dogs in California.

https://www.thedissertationcoach.com/

https://www.tiaraleadership.com/

https://theacademicwritersspace.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in next for “The Impact of the 3Ws: Conversations that Guarantee Meaning, Productivity and Legacy” with Dan Meek. Conversations are the vehicle through which we get things done, build relationships and navigate our world. They are critically important, and we can make our conversations more meaningful and impactful. Dan talks to us about how!

Dan is the Chief Executive Officer at LIW - A global leadership consultancy on a mission to democratize leadership by helping people and organizations to build and be a part of awesome teams.

How to Be Seen, Heard and Respected with Elizabeth Bachman

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Elizabeth Bachman.

With a lifetime spent perfecting the art of presenting, Elisabeth helps high-level clients master a message that brings the funding they need, the allies they want, the results, they desire, and the recognition they deserve.

I’m glad you’re tuning in to get Elizabeth’s practical guidance and examples that will help you elevate and strengthen your message.

About the Guest:

Elizabeth Bachman is a master in Speaking, Presentation Skills, Sales and Leadership. With a lifetime spent perfecting the art of presenting, she helps high-level clients master a message that brings the funding they need, the allies they want and the recognition they deserve.

A sought-after speaker and strategist in Silicon Valley, nationally and internationally, Elizabeth works with leaders and influencers who need to become concise and compelling presenters. She helps them present as smart, down-to-earth, loose, friendly—even funny—and still be taken seriously.

Elizabeth is the host of the international podcast: Speakers Who Get Results, where she interviews experts on presentation skills, leadership, visibility, and cross-cultural communication.

Amy was a guest on Elizabeth’s podcast. You can check out the episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-courage-of-a-leader-stepping-up-even-when/id1491842861?i=1000593962655

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Link mentioned in the podcast

The Inspire Your Team assessment (the courage assessment): https://courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam/

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Tune in next for “The Humane, Kind, Sustainable 5-Step Process to Getting More Done Every Day” with Dr. Alison Miller. Alison Miller is a clinical psychology PhD and entrepreneur who has built three successful businesses from the ground up. She knows how drive for results every day, and you’ll appreciate her insights and techniques about how to do so in a way that really works for you.

How to Avoid Biased Feedback and Create a Safe, Empowering Culture with LaTonya Wilkins

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0400

LaTonya Wilkins is a credentialed coach, author of the book Leading Below the Surface, and sought after keynote speaker who has inspired audiences all over the world. She invites us all to do the real work and to get below the surface.

I’m delighted LaTonya joined me on The Courage of a Leader podcast to share with us How to Avoid Biased Feedback and Create a Safe, Empowering Culture. You’ll definitely learn from how she thinks and talks about this topic.

About the Guest:

LaTonya Wilkins is a credentialed coach, author of the book Leading Below the Surface, and sought after keynote speaker who has inspired audiences all over the world.

The best way to reach LaTonya is through email at info@changecoaches.io

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in episode/helpful resources

LaTonya’s book: Leading Below the Surface - https://changecoaches.io/leading-below-the-surface/

LaTonya’s Leading Below the Surface LinkedIn newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6894684049026494464/

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in next for “How to Be Seen, Heard and Respected” with Elizabeth Bachman. Elizabeth is skilled in the areas of Speaking, Presentation Skills, Sales and Leadership, and is the host of the international podcast: Speakers Who Get Results.

The 4 Secrets of Composed, Confident, Charismatic Leaders with Carrie Beckstrom

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today is Carrie Beckstrom, the CEO of PowerSpeaking. Carrie is passionate about helping leaders and organizations develop powerful communication skills that inspire and get results.

You’re going to be inspired and get results when you hear Carrie talk about how to enhance your executive presence.

About the Guest:

Carrie Beckstrom is the CEO of PowerSpeaking, Inc. She is passionate about leading this talented team in helping organizations—at corporations like Genentech, eBay, Autodesk, and Gilead Sciences—develop powerful communication skills that inspire people and get results.

“Our purpose is to make great people even greater at what they do every day. That includes becoming effective global communicators who build positive relationships and drive business forward.”

Prior to joining PowerSpeaking, Carrie enjoyed more than 30 years’ experience in the learning and development industry, where she led award-winning teams.

The best way to reach Carrie is through email at carrie@powerspeaking.com.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Resources mentioned in the episode

Gallup Strengths Finder – https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/252137/home.aspx

Marcus Buckingham Standout Assessment – https://www.marcusbuckingham.com/gift-of-standout/

PowerSpeaking – Expert training to help you and your team become more powerful communicators – https://www.powerspeaking.com/

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in next for “How to Avoid Biased Feedback and Create a Safe, Empowering Culture” with LaTonya Wilkins. LaTonya is a credentialed coach, author of the book Leading Below the Surface, and sought after keynote speaker who has inspired audiences all over the world.

The Courage to Be an Inclusive Leader with Ellen Burton

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0400

This guest episode, “The Courage to Be an Inclusive Leader,” with Ellen Burton will give you concrete concepts and guidance to be the inclusive leader your team desires and deserves. Ellen is an international speaker on business issues which include workplace culture, diversity, equity and inclusive leadership. Ellen speaks about this nuanced topic in a clear, understandable, and accessible way. I’m glad you’re here to listen in!

About the Guest:

Author of the Amazon Best Seller, The Civility Project: How to build a culture of reverence to improve wellness, productivity, and profit. Ellen is an international lecturer on business issues which include workplace culture, diversity, equity and inclusion and inclusive leadership. In her 27th year as an Executive Coach and consultant, Ellen has supported C-suite executives, executive directors, and business owners in establishing and exceeding their goals.

Those who coach with Ellen improve their focus, influence, capacity as effective leaders and therefore, results. Ellen serves on several boards including Newfield Network, an ICF Coach Training corporation and The Open Studio Project. She is an avid golfer, novice tennis player, community volunteer and is active in her church. Because of working with her Coach, Ellen is powerfully contributing to the world while happily and gratefully living a life beyond her wildest dreams.

The best way to reach Ellen is through her website, http://www.coachellenb.com/ and this contact number 847.721.6494.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in episode and related resources

Mastering Civility by Christine Porath - https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Civility-Manifesto-Christine-Porath/dp/1455568988

Choosing Civility by P.M. Forni - https://www.amazon.com/Choosing-Civility-Twenty-five-Considerate-Conduct/dp/0312302509/

Professional Leadership by Ellen Burton, et al - https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Leadership-Angela-Armstrong-PhD/dp/1914265351/

Biased by Jennifer L. Eberhardt, PhD - https://www.amazon.com/Biased-Uncovering-Hidden-Prejudice-Shapes/dp/0735224951/

Nice Racism by Robin DiAngelo, PhD - https://www.amazon.com/Nice-Racism-Progressive-People-Perpetuate/dp/0807074128/

Six Characteristics of Inclusive Leaders - https://deloitte.wsj.com/articles/6-characteristics-of-inclusive-leaders-1463083402

The Civility Project: How to build a culture of reverence to improve wellness, productivity and profit - http://amzn.to/2KOuLZk

Call to action

Intentionally strive to be an inclusive leader. As discussed in this episode,

1) Pay attention. Ask questions. What is and is not working for others? Whose voices are and are not being heard?

2) Dig in. Check if someone was offended. Ask what works. Apologize.

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in next for “The 4 Secrets of Composed, Confident, Charismatic Leaders” with Carrie Beckstrom, CEO of PowerSpeaking. She breaks down the concept of Executive Presence for us, and you don’t want to miss her clear, easy-to-follow guidance for speaking and showing up more powerfully.

How to Be More Influential with Beth Ruske

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Beth Ruske, Co-Founder of Tiara International – a leadership development consultancy – is an innovative strategic thinker who embodies a win/win approach in every situation. In this episode she shares with us practical, anyone-can-apply guidance and a specific tool we can use to improve our outlook and increase our influence. Get pen and paper ready, you’re going to want to take some notes!

About the Guest:

Elizabeth “Beth” Ruske, Co-Founder of Tiara International – a leadership development consultancy – brings all aspects of her background and expertise to her work. This includes marketing, sales, business development, client services, strategic partnering, coaching, consulting and leadership development. She is known as a creative strategic thinker who embodies a win-win approach in every situation.

Beth’s commitment to challenge and guide clients around the world to become the leaders they were meant to be is in perfect alignment with her skills, passion and business interests. Over the span of a 30-year professional career, Beth has held various leadership positions for large companies like TRW (Experian), Ceridian, and Acxiom, as well as being involved in smaller start-ups and entrepreneurial firms.

Beth has extensive experience with coaching high performing leaders. She brings her practical real-world experiences to the table to keep things relevant to the situations at hand. She is direct yet caring and is known for her wit and humor to help address conflict in just about any situation. Beth believes in the philosophy that leadership is not a title but rather a role we all play because we are all the leaders of our own lives. True leaders are powered by an internal source of inspiration, have a deep sense of self-awareness, are confident in their ability to produce results and use their influence for a positive ripple effect on their communities.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy
The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive
Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration
The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community
The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Call to action:

Use the 3-column tool in an area where you’re stuck and see new possibilities!

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in next for “The Courage to Be an Inclusive Leader” with Ellen Burton. Ellen is an international speaker on business issues which include workplace culture, diversity, equity and inclusive leadership. She speaks about a nuanced topic in a clear, understandable, and accessible way.

How to Inspire Others to Live Abundant and Meaningful Lives with Nancy Rizzuto

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 04:00:00 -0400

Nancy Rizzuto is a Co-Founder of both Cap Strat and Cap Strat Women’s Forum. Nancy is a visionary. She’s clear about her purpose, and she shares with us in this episode about how to inspire others to live abundant and meaningful lives.

I know you’ll be inspired by Nancy and who she is in our world.

About the Guest:

Nancy Rizzuto is an accomplished entrepreneur, speaker, philanthropist, mentor, and faith filled action leader with over thirty years leadership experience.

Nancy is a Founding Partner and Principal of CAP STRAT, an independent fiduciary investment advisory firm that she launched in 2003 with her two partners. She is also Founder of the CAP STRAT Women's Forum, a community created in 2015 to support the personal, professional, and financial success of women.

Nancy's purpose, which she lives each day, is to serve and empower others to take intentional action to live a successful, abundant, and meaningful life. She is fiercely committed to educating and empowering others, especially women, to own their voices, to act on their power and, to attain financial freedom so they can live the life of their dreams and create a meaningful legacy.

The best way to reach Nancy is by email, nrizzuto@capstratig.com

LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancyrizzuto/ and Instagram, https://www.instagram.com/nancyrizzuto/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

Cap Strat Women’s Forum - https://capstratwomensforum.com/

Call to action

Find ways to create opportunities for others.

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in on January 17th for my next guest episode: How to Be More Influential with Beth Ruske. Beth is a Co-Founder of Tiara International, a leadership development company, and she will give us a practical tool to enable effective perspectives and actions guaranteed to increase your influence.

How to Get Inspired and Inspire Your Team in the New Year

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0400

So many leaders ask me: How do I get people excited about and ready for the new year? We've dealt with a lot this year. How do we re-group and re-energize to start the year off strong?

In this episode, I'll share what it takes to inspire ourselves and our teams, and give you concrete guidance and examples of how to do so.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

Inspire Your Team assessment: www.courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam

Call to action

Declare your leadership legacy

Take the Inspire Your Team assessment: www.courageofaleader.com/inspireyourteam

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Our next episode comes out next week! Nancy Rizzutto is my guest. She is a visionary. She’s clear about her purpose and she shares with us about: How to Inspire Others to Live Abundant and Meaningful Lives.

Secrets of Collaborative Leadership: Breaking the Long-Held Myths of Collaboration with José Pires

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 04:00:00 -0400

José Pires is a cross-industry Excellence and Innovation executive leader and advisor with extensive experience in a variety of industries. In this episode he clearly defines the traits and skills of a collaborative leader. You don’t want to miss this one! It’s packed with research and experienced-based guidance.

About the Guest:

José Pires serves as cross-industry Excellence and Innovation executive leader and advisor for companies ranging from successful startups to Fortune 50 companies, guiding executives and high-performance teams on the journey to award-winning cultural, business, and digital transformations for value creation. Jose is an advisory board leader and keynote speaker for organizations and global conferences on innovation, operational excellence, leadership development, strategy execution, culture, business and digital transformation, customer engagement, exponential technologies, and growth acceleration.

José is an executive Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt who holds a Bachelor in Engineering Physics from the University of Kansas and a Master in Business Administration focused in Investment Banking and Entrepreneurship from the University of San Diego.

The best way to reach José is by email, info@excellenceandinnovation.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Call to action

Declare your leadership purpose, what I like to call a leadership legacy. Here are 2 Resources to support you: More about Your Leadership Legacy https://courageofaleader.com/your-leadership-legacy/ and your Leadership Autobiography https://courageofaleader.com/LeadershipAutobiography/.

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How to Use What we Know about Neuroscience to be Exponentially More Influential with Laura Berger

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0400

My guest Laura Berger, Founder and CEO of Berdeo Group. has spent 2+ decades coaching exceptional leaders into the C-suite and boardroom.

Laura always has powerful concepts to share and illustrates them with real examples. In this episode she discusses how understanding how our brain works can make us exponentially more influential. You’ll love hearing from Laura.

About the Guest:

Laura Berger is the founder and CEO of Berdéo Group, a global leadership development consultancy. A pioneer in an evidence-based methodology the before-and-after leadership competencies of her clients, Laura has spent 20+ years coaching exceptional leaders into the C-suite and board room. Her twenty-year journey into executive coaching yielded her natural true north—enabling and empowering leaders to take their best actions toward their loftiest pursuits. A subsequent purpose-driven quest led her into government and public policy. In October 2020, Laura Berger became a Trustee at the Committee for Economic Development and The Conference Board. This membership puts Laura on the frontlines of cutting-edge public policy decisions, bringing a corporate perspective to policy recommendations delivered to Washington. What’s more, she has access to a unique and rare understanding of economic policy that enables her to impart to her Clients more solid thinking that gives them a more secure footing on the global stage.

The best way to reach Laura is by email, lberger@berdeogroup.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

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The #1 Key to Be the Powerful Leader Your Team Deserves with Tom Rosenak

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0400

My guest on today’s episode of The Courage of a Leader podcast is Tom Rosenak. Tom has a unique talent to bottom-line concepts and get to the heart of the matter, and express that in powerful descriptive ways.

Glad you’re joining us to hear Tom discuss the #1 key to be the powerful leader your team deserves.

About the Guest:

Tom Rosenak is a senior consultant with over twenty-five years’ experience in leadership communication with a focus on the persuasive arts of sales, presentation, executive presence, and influence without authority. He works with clients to expand business performance through relationship, influence, and communication strategies. Tom’s coaching style is engaging, constructive and encouraging while ever challenging the participant to improve. Broad client experience, from small not-for-profit, to Fortune 500 firms.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-rosenak/

https://www.digdiamondmind.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

The Momentum Playbook: https://www.digdiamondmind.com/product/give-get-the-gift-of-momentum/

Diamond Mind: https://www.digdiamondmind.com/

90 Day Momentum Process: https://www.digdiamondmind.com/blog/your-ninety-day-momentum-challenge/

Call to action

Name and start tuning into your Inner CEO.

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Innovative Ways YOU CAN Create a More Sustainable World with Simon Bailey

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today is Simon Bailey. He’s the Managing Director of LSP Leadership and is asking himself, and the leaders with whom he works, about regenerative leadership.

He asks:

What is society asking of you?
What is the opportunity inside of your organization?
What are you personally passionate about shifting and repairing?

Listen in to this conversation to get inspired and get in action in the ways that are important to you.

About the Guest:

Simon Bailey is the managing director of LSP leadership. In leading LSP leadership, he sees clearly the necessity to work with leaders and their organizations to bring about an accelerated transition towards the sustainable enterprise. This is driven by his personal purpose to help people and places be better than they are today and by his observations that people in the organizations that they work in, are in the main, slow to recognize commercial and personal opportunities that this transition to a sustainable economy presents.

As a coach, his approach is intuitive, challenging and deeply caring for his clients, and what they are seeking to achieve. Simon coaches in multinational organizations, multi sector SMEs and with individual leaders in transition.

Prior to joining LSP leadership in 2003, Simon served in the army as an infantry officer leading operations and training in Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

He is a Member of the Institute of Directors (MIOD) with a Diploma in Company Direction, working towards Chartered Directorship. He has an MBA from the Schulich School of Business, York University in Toronto, and is an Associate Member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (AIEMA).

https://www.lspleadership.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

1% for the Planet: https://onepercentfortheplanet.org/

Marine Conservation Society: https://www.mcsuk.org/

Edelman Trust Barometer: https://www.edelman.com/trust/2022-trust-barometer

IPCC — Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change: https://www.ipcc.ch/

Call to action

Examine your beliefs about regenerative leadership. Then, ask yourself: How am I called to contribute and repair?

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Tune in next for “The #1 Key to Be the Powerful Leader Your Team Deserves” with Tom Rosenak. Tom is a senior consultant with over twenty-five years’ experience in leadership communication with a focus on the persuasive arts of sales, presentation, executive presence, and influence without authority.

How Age Diversity Can Bring You the Top Talent You Need with Gary Danoff

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

My guest in this episode is Gary Danoff, a global leader at Google with a very diverse team and a Coach who works with people from different nationalities around the world. Gary is known for leading across generations with empathy, clear objectives, humor, and humanity – and he’s here to tell us how he does it.

Gary always inspires me. I’m glad you’re here to listen in.

About the Guest:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/garydanoff

https://www.instagram.com/garydanoff/?hl=en

https://www.garydanoff.com/

What’s Next Now podcast: https://anchor.fm/gary437/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

The Verge article, File Not Found: https://www.theverge.com/22684730/students-file-folder-directory-structure-education-gen-z

What’s Next Now! Podcast Episode: Describing ‘Sales’ to 5th Graders: https://anchor.fm/gary437/episodes/Describing-Sales-to-5th-graders--A-new-way-to-think-about-communicating-and-being-persuasive-whether-you-are-a-professional-salesperson--doctor--business-owner--chef-or-barista-ec463j

Cloverpop article, Future of Work: Research Shows Millennials, Gen Xers And Baby Boomers Make Better Decisions Together: https://www.cloverpop.com/blog/future-of-work-research-shows-millennials-gen-xers-and-baby-boomers-make-better-decisions-together

Harvard Business Review article, Harnessing the Power of Age Diversity (subscriber-only article): https://hbr.org/2022/03/harnessing-the-power-of-age-diversity

Via Inventory Character Strengths Report: https://www.viacharacter.org/

Gary’s “Don’t Just Text, Connect!™” framework: https://www.garydanoff.com/clients

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Tune in next for “Innovative Ways You Can Create a More Sustainable World” with Simon Bailey, the Managing Director of LSP leadership. This is a thought-provoking and inspiring episode with a range of ideas about how you can contribute to our world with ease and in ways that most interest you.

Double Your Impact in One Year or Less with Sarah Victory

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Sarah Victory of The Victory Company is an exceptional speaker, author of several books, coach, and consultant. She works with companies that want to double their business in 1 year or less. If you are a leader – at any level – looking to double your impact, you’re in the right place.

About the Guest:

Sarah Victory is the author of numerous best-selling books and audio programs including Double Your Business in One Year or Less!, Do Something Brave Every Day, and How To Be Powerful. She has addressed over 2000 distinguished audiences in Europe, the US and South America.

A trusted coach and business consultant, Sarah has worked with over 500 influential individual clients such as Fortune 100 CEOs, New York Times Best Selling Authors, Celebrities, Sports Stars, Top International; Coached and Consultants, and Speakers Hall of Famers in the last 25 years. Her clients include Avon, Ford, Redken, Farmers, Mary Kay, Oxford, Usana, OPI, Arbonne, and IBM just to name a few! You have seen her influential consulting clients make dozens of appearances on Oprah, the Today Show, the Tonight Show, and CNN.

https://www.thevictorycompany.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Call to action

Take action today to double your impact.

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Tune in next for “How Age Diversity Can Bring You the Top Talent You Need” with Gary Danoff. Gary is an Advisor, Content Creator and Global Leader of Alliances for Google Workspace at Google and an Executive Coach with his own practice.

Easy and Accessible Ways to Retain Top Talent with Mary Lynn Fayoumi

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

If you want practical guidance to retain talent, you’ve come to the right place! My guest today is Mary Lynn Fayoumi, CEO of HR Source. Mary Lynn shares talent retention strategies that you can immediately employ regardless of your team’s or your company’s size and makeup. Glad you’re here. You’ll enjoy listening to: Easy and Accessible Ways to Retain Top Talent!

About the Guest:

Mary Lynn Fayoumi, CAE, SPHR, SHRM-SCP is the President and CEO of HR Source, a Chicago-based employers’ association with over 1200 member organizations. She is a highly respected speaker, prolific writer, facilitator, advisor and an accepted authority on organizational issues including workplace culture, employment trends, people management and leadership. Countless organizations and their teams have benefited from her expertise during her twenty-nine years at the Association.

https://www.hrsource.org/maimis/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

The Changing Definition of the Workplace, the workplace is no longer about the place:

https://www.dailyherald.com/business/20220309/the-changing-definition-of-the-workplace

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Tune in next for “Double Your Impact in One Year or Less” with Sarah Victory, author of numerous best-selling books and audio programs including Double Your Business in One Year or Less!, Do Something Brave Every Day, and How To Be Powerful.

Cutting-Edge Strategies from a Courageous Virtual Veteran with Gloria Everett

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today has made herself a thought leader in the area of hybrid work. She has been a step ahead of most in the marketplace asking herself the questions for the next phase of work - always with an eye on caring for employees and clients.

You'll enjoy hearing from and learning from Gloria Everett, President and CEO of The Mutual RRG.

About the Guest:

Gloria H. Everett President & Chief Executive Officer

Gloria holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Saint Mary’s College in Health Services Administration.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gloria-everett-b247924/

https://www.tmrrg.com/About/management.aspx

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

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Come back September 20 for “Easy and Accessible Ways to Retain Top Talent” by Mary Lynn Fayoumi, the CEO of HR Source.

How to Fearlessly Focus Your Team to Truly Make a Difference with Barbara Best

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today is an inspiration. Barbara Best is clear about and focused on her purpose as co-founder of both Cap Strat and Cap Strat Women's Forum. She knows the difference she wants to make with business owners and professional women and fearlessly focuses herself and those around her.

About the Guest:

Barbara Best is a Founder and Principal of CAP STRAT, and Founder of the CAP STRAT Women's Forum.

Barbara primarily focuses on business development and raising awareness of her firm’s investment management and advisory services; and she co-leads their Women’s Forum.

Barbara is recognized as one of Chicago's Most Influential Women by the Chicago Business Journal and Rotary International Woman of the Year for her broad personal and professional support of others, her community service and leadership. In addition to being in leadership for Women Leaders in Philanthropy of the Oak Park River Forest Community Foundation, Barbara is a board member of the Women in Entrepreneurship Institute at DePaul and Housing Forward, among other philanthropic activities.

https://www.capstratig.com/

https://capstratwomensforum.com/

linkedin.com/in/bbest1

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

The Brilliant Life Program: https://capstratwomensforum.com/programming/financial-strategies-to-support-your-brilliant-life/

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Visit us again in 2 weeks for the release of “Cutting-Edge Strategies from a Courageous Virtual Veteran” with Gloria Everett, President and CEO at The Mutual RRG.

The Insider Secrets You Must Know to Feel 100% Effective Post Promotion with Jim Ryan

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Jim Ryan, the CEO of Flexera, is my guest on this episode. Jim has moved up in his career with intentionality and a great deal of self-awareness. He shares with us what it takes professionally – and personally – to step 100% into that next level of responsibility.

About the Guest:

Jim Ryan leads Flexera, a global, privately-held $400M+ software company headquartered outside of Chicago. He has been with the company since 1998, in roles that included Chief Operating Officer, SVP of Global Sales, and Managing Director of EMEA, where he lived in the United Kingdom for seven years.

Jim has served as an Operating Advisor to the Private Equity Firm Thoma Bravo since 2014, specializing in the area of sales. Jim also sits on outside Boards leveraging his experience and track record of delivering results at Flexera. Jim started his career at IBM in sales and remains passionate about the sales profession. Jim was instrumental in forming Marquette University’s Sales Program, which is designed to help students excel in their career as salespeople and currently acts as an Advisory Board Member to the program.

He is frequently asked to speak on business topics, including Technology Value Optimization, private equity, M&A, sales strategy, leadership, and culture. Jim holds a BA from Marquette University, where he studied Political Science and French.

https://www.flexera.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

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Tune in next for “How to Fearlessly Focus Your Team to Truly Make a Difference” with Barbara Best, Founder of Cap Strat and Cap Strat Women’s Forum

How Your Team Can Take Ownership and Power Their Own Accelerated Success with Pia Lee

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Pia Lee is an expert in the leadership of teams. And work in our world gets done through teams. In this episode, Pia shares with us how teams can take ownership and accelerate their success. Whether you’re a team member or a team leader, you don’t want to miss this one!

About the Guest:

Pia Lee is the Co-founder and CEO of Squadify, Pia Lee’s experience managing teams and her expertise in leadership consultations pans over 30 years. Positively impacting people in teams and organizations around the world, Squadify codifies the key conditions for delivering success, whereby teams can assess, track and develop through a nexus of data and dialogue.

Prior to Squadify, Pia Lee held the position of CEO at LIW, a global leadership consultancy based in Sydney, for more than 10 years. Her leadership helped LIW expand its reach through a pioneering range of leadership consulting, leadership development, and coaching services.

Pia also has over 15 years of experience in coaching and consulting CEOs and executives in industries including finance, asset management, healthcare, technology, and professional services. An advocate for creating measurable and sustainable business impact for a broad range of global clients in both the private and public sectors, Pia has coached and consulted blue-chip clients including Cisco, Republic of Tanzania Government, Sanofi HealthCare, Macquarie Bank, Google, and Atlassian. She thrives when analyzing executive and team management solutions, cutting through challenges to leverage leadership capability at an individual, team, and organizational level.

Completing her Masters of Organizational Coaching at the University of Sydney, Pia is the joint author of 'Keep Calm and Carry on Leading' and is qualified across a number of psychometric tools and assessment frameworks.

A passionate thought-leader, Pia regularly speaks to large audiences on leadership at events including Learning Technologies Conference London 2020, Australia Social Housing Forum 2019, and Macquarie Perspective 2019. She began her career in early childhood education, before embarking on adult educational development and training.

Pia lives in northern NSW on an acreage with her partner and young family. She balances life with ducks, alpacas, and a lot of mowing and enjoys capturing life on camera.

https://au.linkedin.com/in/pia-lee-squadify-a2884113

https://www.squadify.net/

About the Host:

Amy L. Riley is an internationally renowned speaker, author, and consultant. She has over 2 decades of experience developing leaders at all levels. Her clients include Cisco Systems, Deloitte, and Barclays.

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

https://www.squadify.net/

https://www.squadify.net/our-product

Call to action

Try a Squadify and accelerate success for your team: https://www.squadify.net/book-a-discovery-call

Think about the 3Cs: Clarity, Climate and Competence. Then ask yourself: What am I trying to achieve across each of the 3Cs? Then, where are the strengths and weaknesses across the 3Cs? What are your priorities?

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Tune in in 2 weeks to hear from Gloria Everett, President and CEO of The Mutual RRG, about what they’ve learned in their cutting-edge journey to virtual work.

How to Think Like the Best Top-Level Leaders with Joey Vitale

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode, my guest is Joey Vitale of The Business Growth Advantage. He shares with us universal truths about how to think like the best top-level leaders to achieve growth and extraordinary results.

About the Guest:

Joey Vitale is an internationally renowned speaker, award-winning attorney, and business growth consultant. He has spoken to tens of thousands of people across the world. Joey has worked with influential brands like Velocity Work, Maximum Lawyer, and The Futur.

As a trusted business growth consultant, Joey helps mission-driven law firm owners who want to achieve exponential growth and transform into recognized thought leaders so they can make a bigger impact.

His forthcoming book is entitled: The Business Growth Advantage: How Law Firm Visionaries Can Achieve Limitless Income, Crack the Social Media Code, and Become Breakthrough Thought Leaders.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeycvitale

https://www.thebusinessgrowthadvantage.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

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Up next in 2 weeks: How Your Team Can Take Ownership and Power Their Own Accelerated Success with Pia Lee, CEO and Co-Founder of Squadify and Team Evangelist

How to Easily Make Hybrid Teams More Extraordinary Than Ever with Sherry Haworth, President of PLICO

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Sherry Haworth, President at PLICO, asked all employees to try out a hybrid approach. What many learned surprised them, and they are continuing to evolve their approach. Hear their story – and effective hybrid approaches – in this episode.

About the Guest:

Sherry Haworth is the President of PLICO, a medical professional liability insurance company located in Oklahoma City. She began her career in Human Resources and, driven by a people-oriented perspective, was able to successfully shift to Operations Leadership. Sherry believes in the importance of recognizing that there isn’t a single business decision that doesn’t have a people impact. Once you can articulate what that impact will be, you are best poised to make the right decisions for the organization and its stakeholders.

https://plico.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Call to action

Want help determining and designing your optimal hybrid approach? Download Amy’s free eBook: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team and Become 10 Times More Productive here: https://courageofaleader.com/products/#how-to-build-a-happy-and-successful-hybrid-team

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The next episode of The Courage of a Leader podcast is: How to Think Like the Best Top-Level Leaders with Joey Vitale, Business Growth Expert

Ultimate Prioritizing to Garner Guaranteed Momentum with Jerry Houston, Founder and CEO of HPISolutions

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I had the pleasure of discussing the ultimate priorities for leaders – everywhere – to garner guaranteed momentum with Jerry Houston; my business partner and the Founder of the performance improvement and management consulting firm, HPI Solutions.

About the Guest:

Jerry Houston is the founder and CEO of HPISolutions, an organization dedicated to unlocking the potential of individuals and their organizations. The company will celebrate its 30th Anniversary this year, starting with humble beginnings in Lansing, Illinois, and now headquartered in Surprise, Arizona.

HPISolutions has served hundreds of organizations and thousands of individuals over its history

Jerry is educated in Business and Operations Management and spent well over 20 years in leadership and executive leadership for operations management in several different industries. He is certified in multiple behavioral sciences, emotional intelligence, stress management, stages of growth and is master certified in The Prioritized Leader Process for executive and team development. He is the recipient of two lifetime achievement awards from the prestigious Trusted Advisors Network and the international network at TTI Success Insights, a worldwide leader in analytic assessment tools.

Jerry is also the author of The Eccentric Entrepreneur, a book based on his life and the philosophy of how one does business and what it takes to be successful while living your best life possible based on your defined purpose. Jerry is at work on a second book, It’s All About the People, which will publish in early 2023.

Jerry can be reached at jerry@hpisolutions.com or 623-866-8200

https://hpisolutions.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynotes are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

The Prioritized Leader – https://hpisolutions.com/services/the-prioritized-leader/

Simon Sinek – https://simonsinek.com/books/start-with-why/

Jerry Houston’s book, The Eccentric Entrepreneur – https://hpisolutions.com/books-for-entrepreneurs/

Call to action

Email info@hpisolutions.com for a 30-minute, no obligation consultation about The Prioritized Leader process.

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Tune in, in 2 weeks, when I discuss “How to Easily Make Hybrid Teams More Extraordinary Than Ever” with Sherry Haworth, President of PLICO, a MedPro group.

The Power of Authenticity to Increase Profits and Retain Top Talent with Erin Lavelle, CFO of WittKieffer

Tue, 31 May 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Erin Lavelle, CFO at WittKieffer, and I discuss powerful authentic leadership and how to show up day-to-day authentically, and what a difference it makes when you do. It was a vulnerable and real conversation. Glad you’re here to benefit from it!

About the Guest:

As WittKieffer’s Chief Financial Officer, Erin Lavelle plays a critical role in the development and execution of the company’s global strategy and oversees all fiscal and fiduciary needs of the organization. In her role, she is responsible for deriving strategic value out of data, driving financial planning for the business, providing informed and objective counsel on business issues, and offering technical and experience-based advice to peer executives, practice leadership, and staff.

She brings over 25 years of experience in financial and professional services as a talented finance strategist who possesses strength in leadership, creative thinking, strong collaboration and sound judgment. In her work she demonstrates vast experience, comprehensive financial knowledge, a data-driven operational mindset and strategic acumen.

About WittKieffer:

WittKieffer is a global leadership search and advisory firm serving clients in healthcare, education and the life sciences.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

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My next guest is long-time business owner of a performance improvement and management consulting company and a business partner of mine, Jerry Houston. We talk about the “Ultimate Prioritizing to Garner Guaranteed Momentum.” This one has guidance that’s thought-provoking and immediately applicable.

Insider Secrets for Enticing Your Team to Successfully Do All the Work Flexibly From Home or Hybrid with El Lages, Chief People and Culture Officer, Flexera

Tue, 17 May 2022 04:00:00 -0400

About the Guest:

She is instrumental in making Flexera a “top workplace” through performance management, manager training, and continuous employee feedback. El has been with the company since 2004 in various sales and operations leadership roles before moving into organizational effectiveness in 2017.

Born and raised in New York City, El has a B.S. in communications at State University of New York.

About the Host: Amy L. Riley is an internationally renowned speaker, author and consultant. She has over 2 decades of experience developing leaders at all levels. Her clients include Cisco Systems, Deloitte and Barclays.

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

www.managertools.com

Call to action

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Teaser for next episode

Tune in on May 31 to hear from my next podcast guest, Erin Lavelle, Chief Financial Officer at WittKieffer, as we explore the power of authentic leadership to improve relationships, retention, and bottom-line results.

How to Build a Team Guaranteed to Shine and to Consistently Create Exceptional Work Product with Traci Campbell

Tue, 03 May 2022 04:00:00 -0400

When I interviewed Traci Campbell for The Courage of a Leader book, I asked her, “How do you get employees to take on the tough stuff?” Her response was immediate, “Educate, support, protect and guide.” We got together on this episode to talk more about exactly how to do so.

About the Guest:

Traci S. Campbell is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, executive producer, Information Technology consultant, CEO of BIBO Worldwide, LLC and founder of two 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, the C.H.A.M.P. Community Project and The BIBO Foundation.

She has worked with corporate and academic clients in various cities and Silicon Valley including IBM, McDonald’s, Sears, CSX Railroad, Northwestern University, and University of Chicago. With over 12 years in podcasting and radio, she has hosted several programs that aim to educate, inform, and entertain! As CEO of BIBO Worldwide, LLC , she and her team help clients with radio, podcast and streaming media exposure via the well-received BIBO Weekly and BIBO Weekly's Winners Circle web series and the entertaining AM/FM radio and podcast show, The B Zone w/ Traci S. Campbell.

Traci is a dynamic talent, host, and executive producer. She has interviewed the likes of veteran actors Harrison Page (Law & Order, CSI, JAG, and Grey’s Anatomy), and Tippi Hedren (iconic actress from Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Birds” and “Marnie”, mother of actress Melanie Griffith) and Dee Wallace (veteran actress in iconic movies and shows such as “ET: The Extra-terrestrial”, “The Howling”, “General Hospital”). Recording artists such as Chilli of the Grammy Award winning group, TLC. VH1 stars Valery Ortiz (“Hit the Floor”) and politicians such as Senator Iris Y. Martinez, first Latina elected to the Illinois Senate. She conducts celebrity interviews, highlights people helping communities throughout the US, and panel discussions that address a myriad of topics affecting teens and families including relationships, political, social, health, wellness, and business topics that especially affect women.

As founder of The BIBO Foundation www.thebibofoundation.org, Traci and team produce the annual BIBO (Beauty In / Beauty Out) Awards which recognizes dynamic women demonstrating leadership in their communities and celebrates “real role models.” The BIBO Foundation educates and mentors budding female leaders from disadvantaged backgrounds via their S.H.Y.NE. Mentorship program.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

www.thebibofoundation.org

https://winwinwomen.tv/show/bibo-weeklys-winners-circle

https://www.bloominar.com/

Call to action

Take advantage of www.bloominar.com and/or let others – who need this kind of education – about the opportunity.

Bloominar is training and webinar portal that provides support to entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and non-profit founders.

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The next The Courage of a Leader podcast episode features Elisabeth “El” Lages, CHRO of Flexera. El and her team have been planning for flexible, hybrid work for quite some time. If you’ve got questions about how to navigate this new expectation for flexible work and keep employees engaged, you’ll want to listen in on May 17.

How to Intentionally Disrupt Before You Are Disrupted with Thought Leader Larry Durham

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today is Larry Durham, and he is a thought leader. He is a visionary in the fields of enterprise learning and talent development. In this episode, Larry and I discuss tactics to stay competitive in our rapidly changing world and we explore how to Intentionally Disrupt Before You Are Disrupted.

About the Guest:

Larry is a visionary in the fields of enterprise learning and talent development. Over the last 25 years, he has worked with many Fortune 500 companies to co-create innovative talent development solutions that yield measurable business outcomes. In the implementation, Larry is highly regarded for his ability to manage complex strategic transformation initiatives. His experience spans many industries, including technology, pharmaceuticals, financial services, telecommunications, media, hotel and leisure, utilities and energy, and retail and consumer.

As Managing Partner at St. Charles Consulting Group, Larry invests the majority of his time managing key client relationships. He also develops thought leadership on the future of organizational learning and helps create innovative solutions for St. Charles' clients.

ldurham@stccg.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrydurham/

https://stccg.com/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Call to action

How can you intentionally disrupt yourself, your team and your work?

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How to Be Innovative in Every Circumstance with Marlene Williamson

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Marlene Williamson is an Advisor and Board Director for several technology companies. She has spent her career being a non-technical leader, surrounded by Engineers and technology professionals. She knows what it feels like to have a different perspective. She knows how to encourage others to think differently, be innovative, and take risks.

About the Guest:

Marlene Williamson is an advisor and board director of several technology companies. She was a Chief Marketing Officer for public and private technology companies (Apple, IBM, Symantec, Hitachi, Western Digital, Ericsson) where her expertise as a global digital strategist resulted in successful IPO’s, mergers and acquisitions to Oracle and Microsoft.

Marlene was also CEO and board director of Watermark, the gender diversity organization that promotes the advancement of women in leadership.

She has been named Marketer of the Year by the American Marketing Association, Partner of the Year by Yahoo, Innovator of the Year by Google, Outstanding Female Executive in Silicon Valley by the YWCA, and a Woman of Influence in Silicon Valley by the San Jose Business Journal.

She is certified in corporate governance from Harvard, is a graduate of Northwestern University’s Executive Management Program, holds an MBA from DePaul University and is a frequent international speaker on gender diversity and technology marketing issues.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marlenewilliamson/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

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Teaser for next episode

My guest on the April 19 episode is Larry Durham, and he is a thought leader. He is a visionary in the fields of enterprise learning and talent development. In this episode, Larry and I discuss tactics to stay competitive in our rapidly changing world and we explore how to Intentionally Disrupt Before You Are Disrupted. Join us again in 2 weeks!

Create Real Value by Focusing on Culture and Talent Development, with Jim Kaitz, President and CEO at the Association for Financial Professionals

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0400

My guest today is Jim Kaitz, the President and CEO of AFP, the Association of Financial Professionals. In this episode, we don’t talk much about finances! Instead, we talk about culture and talent development. We explore how to foster the desired culture day-to-day and how to continuously develop talent. I’m glad you’re here to benefit from my discussion with Jim.

About my Guest:

Jim Kaitz is President and CEO of AFP, an association that represents over 16,000 treasury and financial professionals globally. The organization established and administers the Certified Treasury Professional® and Certified Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis Professional® credentials, setting standards of excellence in finance. The AFP Annual Conference is the largest networking event for corporate finance professionals. He was formerly EVP and COO of Financial Executives Institute, a professional association of over 14,000 senior financial executives representing 8,000 companies in the United States.

Prior to joining FEI in 1988 as the VP of Government Relations, he was Manager, Trade and Business Affairs at Baxter Healthcare Corporation. He was Director, Government Relations for the Scientific Apparatus Makers Association and joined FEI’s Washington Office in 1983. He was legislative assistant to the Honorable James Shannon (D-MA), a member of the House Ways and Means Committee.

He is a 1978 graduate of Georgetown University.

Connect with James at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-kaitz/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Lead, Sell and Succeed Virtually

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

https://www.bicmagazine.com/departments/hr/the-other-side-of-smart-advancing-the-human-machine-mix/

https://brentakedzierski.substack.com/p/three-hard-truths-about-work-in-2022

https://brentakedzierski.substack.com/p/hey-company-do-you-have-a-strong

Call to action

Get your free copy of Amy’s eBook, “How to Leader, Sell and Succeed Virtually” here: http://courageofaleader.com/ebook-how-to-lead-sell-and-succeed-virtually/

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Engage Your Employees with Teamwork that Actually Works, with Andy Schwartz, President of AJ Adhesives

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Andy Schwartz – President of AJ Adhesives – and I talk a lot about coaching kids sports. What does that have to do with leadership? Turns out, quite a lot! I think what Andy has to say will give you a new, inspiring perspective on teamwork.

About Our Guest:

In 1992, Andrew Schwartz returned to St. Louis and started AJ Adhesives with partner Jim Wiley, AJ Adhesives distributes industrial adhesives to all manufacturing sectors. As an entrepreneur, he took on a few partners and started an inline hockey roller rink, “The Rink,” and a restaurant, “King Louie’s.” In 1998, he divested from business outside of the core industrial sector, and he and his partners purchased an equipment company in Houston, Texas, that specialized in selling and servicing adhesive application equipment, continuous inkjet printers, and industrial labeling equipment. Schwartz and his family moved to Houston in 2000 to transition the purchase.

As of 2021, AJ Adhesives and Mid America Packaging had 51 employees with corporate headquarters in St. Louis and branch locations in Houston, Dallas, Tulsa, Seattle, Portland, Philadelphia, and Chicago.

He and his wife, Stephanie, and their three children moved back to St. Louis in 2008. Living closer to work offers him the time to coach basketball, baseball, and soccer.

Andy@AJAdhesives.com

www.AJAdhesives.com

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Call to action

How can you lead like a kids sports coach?

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Teaser for next episode

My guest in 2 weeks will be Jim Kaitz, the President and CEO of AFP, the Association of Financial Professionals. In the episode we don’t talk much about finances! Instead, we talk about culture and talent development. We explore how to foster the desired culture day-to-day and how to continuously develop talent. Tune in March 22 to hear more!

How to Lead Big Transformations, with Brent Kedzierski, Chief Learning Officer at HumanWRKS

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:15:00 -0400

Brent Kedzierski is my guest today and we dug into the How-To of getting more strategic and leading big complex changes. I’m excited to share this episode with you. If you are making plans and leading change in your organization, you’ll get great value from my conversation with Brent.

About the Guest:

Brent Kedzierski, Chief Learning Officer at Human WRKS, is a dynamic and sought-after keynoter, author, and thought leader. He has been featured and cited in prominent publications, including Harvard Business Weekly, Chief Learning Officer, BBC News and more. As former Head of Learning Strategy and Innovation at Shell, Brent drove Shell’s aspiration to be a world-leading learning organization. Over his career Brent led many of Shell’s most critical global transformation initiatives of the 21st century. Initiatives that collectively positioned Shell as a recognized leader in strategic human resource management.

Brent is now focusing on serving as an industry thought leader and advocate to promote Industry 5.0 as a vehicle to creating a more inclusive and human-centered future across industry. Brent’s is now working with progressive companies to improve the human condition at work by advancing the job performance experience for workers. Brent is changing the human condition at work - one experience at a time.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentkedzierski/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Lead, Sell and Succeed Virtually

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

https://www.bicmagazine.com/departments/hr/the-other-side-of-smart-advancing-the-human-machine-mix/

https://brentakedzierski.substack.com/p/three-hard-truths-about-work-in-2022

https://brentakedzierski.substack.com/p/hey-company-do-you-have-a-strong

Call to action

Get your free copy of Amy’s eBook, “How to Leader, Sell and Succeed Virtually” here: http://courageofaleader.com/ebook-how-to-lead-sell-and-succeed-virtually/

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The #1 Inspiring Secret to Big Positive Action Immediately

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0400

You already have everything you need to be a bold, courageous leader; to go for it and to achieve the extraordinary results that you most want to achieve. In this episode, I share with you how I know this from my own experience.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Build a Happy and Successful Hybrid Team

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Call to action

Fully step into your courageous leadership! Reach out for any support at amy@courageofaleader.com or through The Courage of a Leader website (www.courageofaleader.com).

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The Courage of a Leader: The Power of Your Leadership Legacy

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 04:15:00 -0400

Listen in to part of Amy Riley’s most popular keynote to understand how a leadership legacy calls us to play big; keeps us from unknowingly playing the waiting game; and inspires us to be resilient, resourceful, and achieve the extraordinary results we want to achieve.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Lead, Sell and Succeed Virtually

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

www.courageofaleader.com

Call to action

If you’re getting value from The Courage of a Leader and would like to bring The Courage of a Leader to your team, your organization or an association you belong to; reach out, post a comment below, email me at amy@courageofaleader.com or contact me through the Speaking page of The Courage of a Leader website at www.courageofaleader.com – whichever is easiest for you. I want to support you and the leaders around you. Let’s make extraordinary things happen!

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How to Inspire and Engage Others to Achieve a BIG Vision with Todd Hauptli, President and CEO of AAAE

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 04:10:00 -0400

Todd Hauptli is fond of saying, “Great people aligned around a common vision committed to excellence can achieve amazing results.” That sounds super inspiring, yet how do we do it? That is exactly what we get into in this episode.

About the Guest:

Todd Hauptli is President and CEO of AAAE (the American Association of Airport Executives). He is the third CEO in the Association’s history. Todd joined AAAE in 1991 and prior to becoming CEO was responsible for overseeing AAAE’s interactions with Congress and the Executive Branch agencies.

Before joining AAAE, Todd served as a Congressional Relations Officer, handling aviation issues, at the Department of Transportation. Prior to his service at the Department of Transportation, Todd served on the White House staff of President Ronald Reagan as Associate Director of Cabinet Affairs. He also worked at the Department of Commerce, first in the Congressional Affairs office, then directly for the Secretary of Commerce. He began his career on Capitol Hill working on the staff of the House Republican Research Committee. He is a graduate of the University of California at Santa Barbara.

Todd is married with three sons. He and his family reside in McLean, Virginia.

https://www.aaae.org/

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Lead, Sell and Succeed Virtually

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Call to action

Find Resources to ignite The Courage of a Leader in you here: https://courageofaleader.com/resources/

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Inspiring Stories of Those Demonstrating The Courage of a Leader

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 04:05:00 -0400

In over 2 decades of developing leaders at all levels, I’ve noticed that whenever I have been inspired or impressed by a leader, that leader was demonstrating personal courage. They were doing the internal work in order to be able to create amazing results out in the world.

In this episode, I tell you some of those stories of when I was inspired and impressed.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Lead, Sell and Succeed Virtually

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyshoopriley/

Links mentioned in the episode

www.courageofaleader.com

https://courageofaleader.com/resources/

http://courageofaleader.com/mindsetguaranteedtoacceleratetrust/

http://courageofaleader.com/products/ (free eBooks and other kindle and paperback books to support you)

Call to action

If you’d like resources to help yourself or others do the work to shift your beliefs and get into a mindset guaranteed to produce results; visit the Resources section of The Courage of a Leader website at https://courageofaleader.com/resources/.

I want to support you and lift you up. It’s through leadership that we can achieve extraordinary results. Visit the Products page at The Courage of a Leader website at http://courageofaleader.com/products/ for free eBooks and other kindle and paperback books that can support you in your efforts to be courageous, empower your team, and achieve those extraordinary results your team is working to accomplish.

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The Trait All Courageous Leaders Have in Common

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 04:00:00 -0400

Before we start hearing from my amazing podcast guests, I do want to let you know that there is a trait that all courageous leaders have in common. I have validated this through my decades of work with leaders and the interviews I conducted for The Courage of a Leader book. In this episode, I tell you the trait that all successful leaders achieving extraordinary results have in common.

About the Host:

Amy’s most popular keynote speeches are:

The Courage of a Leader: The Power of a Leadership Legacy

The Courage of a Leader: Create a Competitive Advantage with Sustainable, Results-Producing Cross-System Collaboration

The Courage of a Leader: Accelerate Trust with Your Team, Customers and Community

The Courage of a Leader: How to Lead, Sell and Succeed Virtually

Her new book is a #1 international best-seller and is entitled, The Courage of a Leader: How to Inspire, Engage and Get Extraordinary Results.

www.courageofaleader.com

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Call to action

My leadership legacy is to empower every leader to declare and fully live into their leadership legacies.

Let’s not get caught in the waiting game! If you want any support clarifying or fully stepping into your leadership legacy and/or bringing the concept of a leadership legacy to your team – we can also cover the 3 secret superpowers you get when you declare a leadership legacy – reach out to me through The Courage of a Leader website at www.courageofaleader.com.

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