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TLP047: Insights on How Individual Self-Awareness Affects Team Performance

May 17, 2017

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Summary & Ideas for Action Dr. Tasha Eurich shares her experiences as an organizational psychologist, researcher, coach, and New York Times bestselling author along with her new book, Insight for improving self-awareness. Tasha explains the dangers inherent in poor self-awareness in leaders, individuals, and teams, and she provides specific solutions for achieving the self-awareness that…

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TLP043: A PEP Talk – Passion, Ethics & Purpose

April 19, 2017

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PEP Talk (Passion, Ethics & Purpose) with John Kelley, CEO of CereScan John Kelley, Chair and CEO of CereScan discusses his early career, and how the Xerox sales and leadership training prepared him for a lifetime of leadership growth and challenges. He discusses turnarounds, startups, ethics, culture, team support, interdependence, and the power of delegation…

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TLP038: Embers in the Darkness – Pressure Testing Your Business

March 15, 2017

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An Inspirational Profile of Leadership, Audacity and Courage Summary & Ideas for Action Co-hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos interview Chris Paton (2 weeks before he had a brain tumor removed – see notes below which are published with Chris’s permission). Chris is the founder and Managing Director of Quirk Solutions, a company that specializes…

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TLP037: The Curiosity Muscle – What Leaders Can Achieve by Exercising Curiosity and Teaching it to Others

March 8, 2017

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What Leaders Can Achieve by Exercising Curiosity and Teaching it to Others Summary & Ideas for Action Co-hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos interview Becki Saltzman. Becki is a curiosity expert and an applied-curiosity trainer and consultant. In this interview, Jim, Jan and Becki discuss the nature of curiosity training vis-a-vis your curiosity muscle. Becki…

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TLP032: The Profound Disconnect Between Bosses and Employees

January 25, 2017

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Mary Kelly discusses seven areas where leaders fail, and the large disconnect between the bosses’ thoughts and the employees’ perceptions of what is happening Summary & Ideas for Action Co-hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos interview Mary Kelly, CEO at Productive Leaders. They speak with Mary about the challenges of leadership in industry, and what…

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TLP030: Butter, Business & Grit!

January 11, 2017

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Justin Gold, Founder of Justin’s Natural Food Company shares his ideas about responsible leadership in the natural foods industry. Summary & Ideas for Action Co-hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos interview Justin Gold, the Founder of Justin’s Natural Foods Company, which produces organic and natural nut butters and peanut butter cups. From their humble beginnings…

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TLP026: Humor at work – really?

December 14, 2016

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Professional speaker and motivational humorist Scott Friedman explains the power of celebration and good humor in life Summary & Ideas for Action Co-hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos interview Scott Friedman. Scott is an internationally sought-after professional speaker and author. As a motivational humorist, Scott inspires and entertains with fun-filled interactive and content-rich programs. Scott’s…

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TLP024: Why Culture Drives Profit

November 23, 2016

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Paul Spiegelman, Chief Culture Officer of Stericycle, discusses why culture drives profit Summary & Ideas for Action Co-hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos interview Paul Spiegelman, Chief Culture Officer of Stericycle, a NASDAQ listed global services organization, with more than 25 thousand employees. Jan and Jim talk with Paul about his journey from starting a…

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TLP023: Unlocking the True Potential of Your Team

November 16, 2016

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Michael Simpson of Pairin on Behavior Surveys to Predict, Prescribe, and Perform for Team Success Co-hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos interview Michael Simpson, Co-Founder and CEO of Pairin. Michael’s passion for helping people reach their potential was fueled by his own rise from poverty to international recognition as a market strategist. The son of…

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TLP019: If You’re Not Making Mistakes, You’re Not Pulling Hard Enough

October 19, 2016

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Jacqueline Molnar – Global Teams Handle Adversity Fearlessly When They’re Diverse and Purposeful Co-hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos interview Jacqueline Molnar, Senior Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer at Western Union. Jacqueline has 20 years of experience as an attorney and compliance officer, focusing on AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering / Combating the Financing of Terrorism),…

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Discover the hidden power behind mental toughness Discover the hidden power behind mental toughness with Dr. Andreas Stamatis! From Greek Special Forces to high-performance coaching, his journey reveals how adversity can fuel greatness.Dive into the science of mental performance and leadership now. 🚀 https://bit.ly/TLP-465?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watched in The Leadership Podcast YouTube channel - https://youtu.be/RAzQPtYfVZE?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders #LeadershipPodcast #MentalToughness #MindsetMatters #AdversityToStrength #LeadTheWay #GrowthMindset #MentalPerformance #LeadershipDevelopment #PodcastLife #SelfReliantLeadership #WinningMindset #PerformancePsychology #LeadByExample #StayStrong #LeadersWhoInspire #ResilientLeadership #TheLeadershipPodcast #AthleteMindset
When organizations prioritize outputs over people, When organizations prioritize outputs over people, they fall into the performance trap. Andreas Stamatis reminds us: sustainable success starts with valuing human behavior first. Build strong foundations — the outcomes will follow. https://bit.ly/TLP-465?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watched in The Leadership Podcast YouTube channel - https://youtu.be/RAzQPtYfVZE?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders #LeadershipDevelopment #OrganizationalCulture #HumanCenteredLeadership #MindsetFirst #SustainableSuccess #TeamCulture #BusinessLeadership #CorporateCulture #LeadershipMindset #PerformanceMatters #PeopleOverProfits #LeadershipPodcast #WorkplaceWellness #CompanyCulture #WorkCulture #TeamDevelopment #HumanCapital #SuccessMindset #LeadershipCoach #MindfulnessAtWork #Inspiration #Management #HighPerformanceTeams
TLP468: The Power of Doing Nothing with Jim and Ja TLP468: The Power of Doing Nothing with Jim and Jan Our latest episode with Jan Rutherford, Jim Vaselopulos https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders&utm_content=TLP468%3A%20The%20Power%20of%20Doing%20Nothing%20with%20Jim%20and%20Jan #leadership #LeadershipPodcast, #QuietLeadership, #DoNothing, #CharacterMatters, #ConvictionAndDiscipline, #SelfReflection, #Solitude, #EfficiencyInBusiness, #VeteranSupport, #MindfulLeadership, #SlowDownToSpeedUp, #LeadershipCoaching
General Stanley McChrystal opens up about a moral General Stanley McChrystal opens up about a moral failure during Ranger School that still haunts him. In this clip from The Leadership Podcast, he explains the lifelong impact of choosing the "easy wrong" instead of the "hard right."🎧 Full episode here - The Leadership Podcast Mastermind 012 https://bit.ly/TLPMM012?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-qnt0VWJ1S8?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#moralleadership, #stanleymcchrystal, #rangerschoolstory, #integrityinleadership, #militaryethics, #leadershipmistakes, #easywrongvshardright, #moraldilemma
The story carries your message, but the message is The story carries your message, but the message is what people need to walk away with. That's what makes a story stick, especially in leadership and sales. https://bit.ly/TLP-466?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#DanManning #BuildAStory #LeadershipPodcast #StorytellingWisdom #BusinessTips #CommunicationMatters #LeadWithPurpose #MessageOverHype #StorytellingInBusiness #TheLeadershipPodcast #ThoughtLeadership #StrategyInStory
Learning from the experiences of others is one of Learning from the experiences of others is one of the fastest ways to grow as a leader. Dan Manning highlights how hearing stories about mistakes without living through them yourself can save you time and avoid setbacks. Tuning into these lessons gives you a powerful edge in decision-making and leadership. https://bit.ly/TLP-466?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#DanManning #LeadershipPodcast #BuildAStory #LearnFromOthers #MistakesAreTeachers #FighterPilotWisdom #StorytellingMatters #ProfessionalGrowth #TheLeadershipPodcast #GrowthMindset #LeadersLearnToo #CommunicationThatConnects #WisdomInWords #LeadershipLessons
TLP467: Navigate Uncertainty with Kevin Eikenberry TLP467: Navigate Uncertainty with Kevin Eikenberry Our latest episode with Kevin Eikenberry https://bit.ly/TLP-467?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders&utm_content=TLP467%3A%20Navigate%20Uncertainty%20with%20Kevin%20Eikenberry #leadership #LeadershipPodcast, #KevinEikenberry, #FlexibleLeadership, #DelegationIsAnInvestment, #LeadershipWisdom, #TrustAndLeadership, #IntentionalLeadership, #WorkplaceEngagement, #LeadWithConfidence, #ModernLeadership, #ContextMatters, #RemarkableLeadership, #SelfLeadership, #TheLeadershipPodcast, #LeadershipDevelopment
Leadership is an inside job; it's about the work n Leadership is an inside job; it's about the work no one sees. Until you can regulate your emotions and listen to your intuition, no strategy will ever make you an exceptional leader. Listen to Sara Sabin's full insights https://bit.ly/TLP-477?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full conversation https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-477?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#leadership #innerwork #communication #emotionalmastery #podcast
Three-star General Ray Palumbo breaks down somethi Three-star General Ray Palumbo breaks down something most people never think about - the real difference between being a leader and being a general. The distinction he makes about mission focus will hit you differently when you realize what military leaders actually sacrifice. Listen here - https://bit.ly/TLP-469?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-469?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Leadership #Military #Generalship #ThreeStarGeneral #MissionFirst #Constitution #Sacrifice #CorporateLeadership
Flexible leadership isn't just a buzzword — it's a Flexible leadership isn't just a buzzword — it's a necessity. Kevin Eikenberry joins us to talk about how staying rooted in your values while adapting your approach can change everything in today's fast-moving world. If you want to lead with confidence through uncertainty, this episode is a must-listen. https://bit.ly/TLP-467?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-467?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Leadership #FlexibleLeadership #LeadWithConfidence #Adaptability #LeadershipDevelopment #Leaders #LeadershipPodcast #GrowthMindset #SelfReliantLeadership #BusinessLeadership #RemoteLeadership #TeamLeadership #LeadershipTips #LeadershipGrowth #LeadershipMatters
TLP471: How Fear Drives Behavior and Why Tradition TLP471: How Fear Drives Behavior and Why Traditional Leadership Backfires with Kurt Gray Our latest episode with Kurt Gray https://bit.ly/TLP-471?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders&utm_content=TLP471%3A%20How%20Fear%20Drives%20Behavior%20and%20Why%20Traditional%20Leadership%20Backfires%20with%20Kurt%20Gray #leadership #leadership #psychology #moralpsychology #teamdynamics #workplaceconflict #vulnerability #outrageculture #socialmedia #humanbehavior #evolutionarypsychology #communication #teambuilding #organizationalculture #conflictresolution #empathy #neuroscience #decisionmaking #moraljudgment #workplacerelationships #employeeengagement #leadershipdevelopment #workplacepsychology #civilconversation #harmnarratives #preynotpredator
When you realize most companies are structured lik When you realize most companies are structured like the military but trying to compete like tech startups. Maybe the intern has the answer you've been looking for?Listen to episode 475 of The Leadership Podcast with Nicola Ilic https://bit.ly/TLP-475?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-475?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#leadership #uncertainty #collaboration #innovation #democraticleadership
Ray Palumbo's pyramid for organizational success: Ray Palumbo's pyramid for organizational success: Values at the foundation, Culture built on top, Strategy to organize your efforts, and Vision communicated constantly at the peak. This former three-star general has led everything from special operations to conventional forces, and this framework is what he's learned works across all environments. Simple but profound.Listen here - https://bit.ly/TLP-469?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-469?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Leadership #OrganizationalSuccess #Values #Culture #Strategy #Vision #BusinessLeadership #CorporateLeadership #MilitaryLeadership
Leadership, Legacy & the Power of Character In th Leadership, Legacy & the Power of CharacterIn this special Mastermind Episode of The Leadership Podcast, retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal returns for a powerful conversation on the defining choices that shape who we become.Hosts Jan Rutherford and Jim Vaselopulos go deep with General McChrystal, former commander of U.S. and international forces in Afghanistan, bestselling author of Team of Teams, and CEO of the McChrystal Group to explore how conviction and discipline build real character.From candid stories of failure at West Point to the lessons learned through loss, moral dilemmas, and war, this episode is an unfiltered look into the heart of leadership.Whether you're leading in business, the military, or your own personal growth, this conversation is a reminder that leadership is not about the leader. It's about the mission, the team, and the values we refuse to compromise.🎧 Listen now: https://bit.ly/TLPMM012?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-qnt0VWJ1S8?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders
Trying to be someone else won't make you a better Trying to be someone else won't make you a better leader. In this honest reflection, General Stanley McChrystal shares how he experimented with different personas—until he discovered the power of leading as himself. Authentic leadership isn't easy, but it's worth it.🎧 Full episode here - The Leadership Podcast Mastermind 012 https://bit.ly/TLPMM012?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-qnt0VWJ1S8?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#authenticleadership #stanleymcchrystal #leadershipidentity, #becomingabetterleader, #selfawarenessinleadership, #leadershipdevelopment, #militaryleadership
Ever wonder why throwing facts at people never wor Ever wonder why throwing facts at people never works? Kurt Gray's research reveals the uncomfortable truth about how our brains actually process disagreements. Spoiler: it's not about the data.🎧 Full episode breaks down why we argue the way we do - https://bit.ly/TLP-471?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders // https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-471?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Facts #Psychology #Arguments #Communication #Research #Leadership #Podcast
TLP465: How Mental Toughness is Developed with Dr. TLP465: How Mental Toughness is Developed with Dr. Andreas Stamatis Our latest episode with Dr. Andreas Stamatis https://bit.ly/TLP-465?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders&utm_content=TLP465%3A%20How%20Mental%20Toughness%20is%20Developed%20with%20Dr.%20Andreas%20Stamatis #leadership #MentalToughness, #Leadership, #Psychology, #Performance, #ExistentialPsychology, #Resilience, #GrowthThroughAdversity, #SportsPsychology, #Mindset, #SelfReliantLeadership
True leadership isn't about reacting on autopilot. True leadership isn't about reacting on autopilot. It's about intentionality — slowing down to assess what really works and adjusting your approach. Kevin Eikenberry challenges leaders to pause, reflect, and consider how their choices impact the team and results. This mindset shift is the heart of flexible leadership. Listen to the full episode to learn how to lead with purpose and clarity in changing times. https://bit.ly/TLP-467?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders Watch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-467?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Leadership #FlexibleLeadership #IntentionalLeadership #PauseReflectAct #Leadership #LeadWithPurpose #Leadership #ManagementTips #Leadership #Leadership #RemoteLeadership #Teamwork #Leadership #LeadWithIntent
Too often, leadership gets portrayed as a solo act Too often, leadership gets portrayed as a solo act. The bold visionary. The lone decision-maker. The hero at the center.But in Mastermind Episode 012 of The Leadership Podcast, General Stanley McChrystal flips that narrative on its head.True leadership, he says, is not about standing alone, it's about the people around you. The ones who call you higher. The ones who hold you accountable. The ones who make you better simply by refusing to settle.Because character and conviction aren't sustained in isolation. They're reinforced in community.🎧 Listen to the full conversation with General McChrystal: https://bit.ly/TLPMM012?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders📺 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-qnt0VWJ1S8?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders
Delegation isn't just handing off tasks, it's an i Delegation isn't just handing off tasks, it's an investment in your team's growth and your leadership. Too often, the urgent wins and leaders end up doing the work themselves. What if slowing down to delegate could set your whole team up for success? Listen to Kevin Eikenberry unpack this leadership challenge in episode 467 of The Leadership Podcast. https://bit.ly/TLP-467?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders Watch the full episode here: https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-467?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Leadership #Delegation #FlexibleLeadership #TeamGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #ManagementTips #LeadWithIntent #WorkSmarter #LeadershipMindset #LeadershipPodcast #GrowthMindset #InvestInPeople #RemoteLeadership #TrustInTeams #LeadershipLessons #LeadershipGrowth #IntentionalLeadership
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