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TLP480: Number One Factor for Changing Team Behaviors with Tamara Myles

October 8, 2025

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Tamara Myles is a speaker, professor, and co-author of “Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee.” She specializes in the science of human flourishing at work and serves as faculty at Boston College and the University of Pennsylvania.  In this episode, Tamara challenges the biggest misconception leaders hold about purpose and…

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TLP479: Make Work Fair with Siri Chilazi

October 1, 2025

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Siri Chilazi is a senior researcher at the Women in Public Policy Program at Harvard Kennedy School, and co-author of “Make Work Fair: Data-Driven Design for Real Results.” She helps organizations bridge the gap between research and practice using evidence-based approaches to workplace fairness. In this episode, Siri explains why workplace fairness requires redesigning systems…

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Behavioral Science, bias mitigation, business psychology, Career Advancement, data-driven design, diversity equity inclusion, Employee Development, evidence-based management, gender equality, Harvard Kennedy School, hiring processes, Jan Rutherford, Jim Vaselopulos, leadership development, Make Work Fair, management training, norm entrepreneurship, opt-out promotion systems, organizational psychology, performance evaluation, Siri Chilazi, structural change, systems thinking, talent management, The Leadership Podcast, unconscious bias training, Women in Public Policy Program, workforce analytics, workplace culture, workplace equity, workplace fairness

TLP475: Democratic Leadership: Building Agency with Nicola Ilic

September 3, 2025

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Nicola Ilic is a social entrepreneur, activist, and adjunct professor of leadership at Georgetown University. He’s the founder of Changelab and applies lessons from grassroots movements to transform how leaders build agency in others. In this episode, Nikola defines democratic leadership as enabling people to exercise leadership regardless of title when facing uncertainty rather than…

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TLP473: Leading Those Who’ve Served with Barry Jesinoski

August 20, 2025

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Barry Jesinoski is the National Adjutant and CEO of Disabled American Veterans (DAV), leading an organization with over one million members. In this episode, Barry shares his unconventional journey from a young Marine who needed help to leading one of America’s most respected veteran service organizations, despite never completing a college degree.  He explains why…

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TLP457: The Power of Positive Sleep with Giles Watkins

April 23, 2025

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Giles Watkins—coach, speaker, and author of “Positive Sleep: A Holistic Approach to Resolve Sleep Issues and Transform your Life (Positive Wellbeing).” In this episode, he explores why quality sleep is essential for high performance, decision-making, and long-term success. He dives into sleep’s role in workplace culture—how it affects performance, decision-making, and even global business operations….

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: cognitive performance, Executive Coaching, high performance, leadership, productivity, sleep habits, sleep science, wellness, workplace culture

TLP454: The pain train is coming. Are you ready? with Dr. Hope Zoeller

April 2, 2025

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Dr. Hope Zoeller is the Founder and President of HOPE (Helping Other People Excel), LLC, a consultancy dedicated to helping organizations cultivate effective and impactful leaders.  In this episode, Hope shares why so many leadership programs fail and what companies must do to see real results. Drawing from her experience in corporate leadership, academia, and…

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TLP453: Delegation Isn’t About Losing Control with Dr. Steven Stein

March 26, 2025

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Dr. Steven Stein, world-renowned clinical psychologist, best-selling author, and MHS founder, consults for military, corporate, and TV shows, specializing in psychological assessment and emotional intelligence. He also hosts the podcast Work Therapy. In this episode, Dr. Steven explores how EI has evolved since its early days and why some leaders still underestimate its impact. Steven…

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TLP450: Finding Happiness and Harmony Wherever You Work with Kristel Bauer

March 5, 2025

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Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness & performance expert, keynote speaker, TEDx speaker & the host of the Live Greatly podcast. She is the author of “Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work.” Kristel shares a fresh perspective on work-life harmony, moving beyond outdated notions of balance. Using the metaphor of…

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Remember when the internet was full of weird rabbi Remember when the internet was full of weird rabbit holes? Sara Sabin warns that AI's laser focus might be killing our curiosity. If all you see is what you already agree with, you're not stretching your mind, you're shrinking it. Sometimes, the best growth comes from what challenges us, not what comforts us.Catch the full conversation on 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 #CriticalThinking #AIandCreativity #Curiosity #TheLeadershipPodcast
How can music save lives? Jed Brewer proved it wit How can music save lives? Jed Brewer proved it with kids in Chicago who had asthma - they listened to his carefully crafted musical messages and their health measurably improved. Now he's using the same approach to combat the opioid crisis, prevent mass violence, and extend mental health care to underserved communities worldwide through the power of intentional music.Listen to episode 476 with Jed Brewer at https://bit.ly/TLP-476?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-476?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#leadership #musicforsocialimpact #innovation #podcast #socialgood
Sometimes, the smartest move isn't action—it's s Sometimes, the smartest move isn't action—it's sharpening your axe. Jim reminds us why leaders need to pause and think before jumping in. Thoughtful effort beats busy work every time. https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watch it in our YouTube channel - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipPodcast #SharpenTheAxe #ThinkBeforeYouAct #JimAndJan #LeadershipTips #SmartLeadership #DoNothing #DeepWork #MindfulLeadership #StrategicThinking
Not all silence looks the same. For Jan, movement Not all silence looks the same. For Jan, movement is his version of stillness. There's power in knowing how you process best—especially in leadership. https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watch it in our YouTube channel - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipWisdom #DoNothingDifferently #QuietLeadership #MovementIsMeditation #JanRutherford #LeadershipPodcast #MindfulMotion #ExecutiveReflection #SilentStrength #LeadershipHabits #SelfReliantLeadership #NatureLeadership #SnowySunday
From tavern owner's grandson to three-star general From tavern owner's grandson to three-star general - Ray Palumbo's journey proves that humble beginnings can lead to extraordinary leadership. This episode dives deep into the difference between leadership and generalship, why some of our best military minds won't run for office, and the power of using your "scraps of time." 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 #ThreeStarGeneral #ValuesBasedLeadership #SpecialOperations #160thSOAR #Leadership469 #LeadershipPodcast
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
This isn't about collecting business cards at netw This isn't about collecting business cards at networking events. It's about building genuine relationships that become the foundation for everything meaningful you'll accomplish.Hear more from Jed Brewer at https://bit.ly/TLP-476?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-476?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#networking #relationships #success #leadership #theleadershippodcast
Dr. Margaret Heffernan just exposed the biggest tr Dr. Margaret Heffernan just exposed the biggest trap in business. We think we can plan our way to certainty, but innovation doesn't work that way. The only way to know if you can write a book is to write it. The only way to know if your idea will work is to try it. Stop researching your way out of risk and start acting your way through uncertainty.Check out the full conversation at https://bit.ly/TLP-472?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-472?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Leadership #Innovation #Action #Uncertainty #BusinessStrategy #Entrepreneurship
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
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
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
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
You can hustle hard and still miss the point. Jan You can hustle hard and still miss the point. Jan shares how a hallway chat reshaped his career—and it had nothing to do with performance. Sometimes, the best "networking strategy" is simply showing up for coffee. https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watch it in our YouTube channel - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipDevelopment #CareerGrowth #NetworkingTips #WorkLifeBalance #HumanConnection #BuildRelationships #LeadershipPodcast #MentorshipMatters
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
Jumping to solutions without naming the real probl Jumping to solutions without naming the real problem? Jim breaks down why that's a leadership trap. One pause. One clear question. That's where better decisions begin. https://bit.ly/TLP-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersYou can also watch it in our YouTube channel - https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-468?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#LeadershipWisdom #ProblemSolving #TeamAlignment #ReflectionMatters #LeadershipTips #ThinkBeforeYouAct #PodcastQuote #ExecutiveLeadership #MeetingTips
Flexibility isn't about being wishy-washy or incon Flexibility isn't about being wishy-washy or inconsistent. Kevin Eikenberry explains why leaders must be both rooted and adaptable. Holding fast to purpose and values while shifting their approach as the situation demands. If you want to lead with confidence in uncertainty, this perspective is critical. 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#FlexibleLeadership #LeadershipMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipGrowth #LeadWithPurpose #Adaptability #LeadershipPodcast #Leaders #SelfReliantLeadership #BusinessLeadership #LeadershipTips #LeadershipCoach #LeadershipSkills #LeadershipStrategy #RemoteLeadership
General Maxwell Taylor gave this speech to West Po General Maxwell Taylor gave this speech to West Point cadets, and Ray Palumbo wishes he'd listened better as a young man. Instead of hanging out at the pizza shop, he could've been learning guitar, studying languages, or reading. Those little moments add up over a lifetime.What are you doing with your scraps of time?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#ScrapsOfTime #WestPoint #MaxwellTaylor #TimeManagement #PersonalDevelopment #Success #Growth #Discipline #Habits #Productivity #Leadership #Military
Ever wonder why some people keep taking risks whil Ever wonder why some people keep taking risks while others play it safe? Anne Marie Anderson just dropped some truth that hit differently. She tells a story about sobbing outside a stadium before her first ESPN broadcast, convinced she'd "die destitute and alone" if she messed it up. But she didn't die, didn't go broke, and ended up building a 36-year career in sports TV.Sometimes you gotta catastrophize your fears to realize how ridiculous they actually are.Listen to the full episode at https://bit.ly/TLP-474?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleadersWatch the full episode here https://bit.ly/TLP-YT-474?utm_campaign=coschedule&utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=westudyleaders#Leadership #Audacity #CareerChange #ESPN #SportsMedia #PodcastLife #LeadershipDevelopment
Mental toughness is powerful — but push it too f Mental toughness is powerful — but push it too far, and it can turn toxic. Andreas Stamatis unpacks how unchecked grit can lead to injury, burnout, and tunnel vision. Find the balance before it finds you. Listen to the full episode! 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 #Leadership #MentalToughness #MindsetMatters #PerformanceCoaching #HighPerformance #LeadershipPodcast #SelfGrowth #Toughness #SelfAwareness
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
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