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How Leaders Lead with David Novak

624 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 167 ratings

David Novak lets you be a fly on the wall and learn from the best CEOs, founders & entrepreneurs in business, sports and entertainment to talk about how they lead and get such incredible things done. Past guests include Tom Brady, Condoleezza Rice, Jamie Dimon (CEO of JPMorgan Chase), Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders, Alan Mulally (former CEO of Ford), Indra Nooyi (former CEO of PepsiCo), Stanley Druckenmiller (#1 investor in the world), Carol Tomé (CEO of UPS), Ginni Rometty (former CEO of IBM), Ken Langone (co-founder of The Home Depot), Dude Perfect, Roger Goodell (commissioner of the NFL), and many others.
David, a former cofounder and CEO himself, has been asking great questions and learning from top leaders his whole life. Now he breaks down the key learnings so that by the end of each episode, you’ll have something simple you can apply as you develop into a better leader. That's what this show is all about!

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Kevin Hochman, CEO of Brinker International (Chili’s and Maggiano’s) – Strengthen core functions by making tough cuts

April 18, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour

When people talk about cutting and simplifying parts of your business, it can feel scary.  But as you’ll hear in this conversation, that’s what you’ve got to do if you want to free up resources for the BIG things that really drive BIG growth. You’ll also learn: The first thing to do in a new role (especially a turnaround) A powerful insight on pricing strategy Three keys to smarter innovation What every young leader needs to do to get buy-in on a big initiative ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The ...

3 More Questions (Jon Rahm) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

April 15, 2024 05:00 - 11 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What is your favorite Masters memory? How would you advise leaders to tackle criticism after having changed their minds? What’s your mental process for staying focused when coming down the proverbial stretch in business? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leader...

Jon Rahm, Professional golfer and defending Masters champion — Own your decisions

April 11, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour

A big part of any leader’s job is to make decisions. But making a decision is just the beginning. You’ve also got to own your decisions. Listen to this episode with professional golfer and defending Masters Champion Jon Rahm to see what that looks like—and why it’s crucial to your success. You’ll also learn: The power of setting short-term goals One surprising insight about happiness  Practical ways to achieve better work-life balance Stories from the 2023 Masters you may not have heard y...

3 More Questions (Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

April 08, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders eliminate silos and bureaucracy so that the right information gets to each department in the company? What advice can you give leaders about how to price their products competitively? Where should leaders look when they’re trying to innovate while also staying true to their core brand and product? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Down...

Warby Parker Cofounders and Co-CEOs, Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa – Information has to travel quickly

April 04, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour

When information doesn’t get to the right people at the right time, it’s a recipe for disaster.  People can’t make smart decisions. It creates unnecessary conflict. And teams end up siloed and not aligned.  If you want to make sure information is moving fast in your organization, listen to this conversation with Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa, the co-CEOs of the incredibly successful eyeglass company Warby Parker. You’ll also learn: One habit that every strong partnership needs Why a clear...

The Best Of Q1

March 28, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutes

In this episode, we take all the great wisdom from the last three months and highlight the most impactful takeaways for you. The Best Of Q1 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders: Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle Deion Sanders, University of Colorado Head Football Coach Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, Former CEO of Celebrity Cruises Dan Hurley, UConn Men's Basketball Head Coach Tim Schurrer, Author and CEO of David Novak Leadership Admiral Mike Mullen, 17th chairman of the Joint Ch...

3 More Questions (Matt Doherty) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

March 25, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What advice do you have for leaders who are recruiting in very competitive industries?   What advice do you have for leaders who are managing change within their organizations? How should a leader handle the relationship with their predecessor when he or she is still very much involved in the organization that they’re running?  ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders ...

Matt Doherty, author and former head basketball coach at North Carolina — Look for the opportunities in adversity

March 21, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour

If you lead long enough, you’re bound to find yourself in a situation that’s hard, unfair, or even downright painful. In those moments of adversity, how do you respond? And what can you learn from them?  This week’s episode gives you an honest, vulnerable look into those questions and can help you uncover the opportunities waiting in whatever adversity you’re dealing with. You’ll also learn: The big risk you take in not holding people accountable Three fun (but practical) tips to be a bette...

3 More Questions (Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

March 18, 2024 05:00 - 11 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders stay steady and consistent after really high highs or really low lows? How does a leader instill that sense of want and drive in their people? How should leaders go about processing what others would see as a failure? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his ...

Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders, NFL Hall of Famer and Head Football Coach at the University of Colorado – Even if you’re broken, keep moving

March 14, 2024 05:00 - 57 minutes

It’s Prime Time, baby! Get inside the mind of one of the most charismatic and inspirational leaders out there—the one and only Deion Sanders. If you’re trying to make big changes, level up your leadership, or get motivated, this conversation is the inspiration you need to do it. You’ll also learn: One habit every great communicator has Why it’s important to define what a “win” is for your team How to lead, even if you’re not in charge The mentality you need in order to lead a massive turn...

3 More Questions (Michelle Korsmo) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

March 11, 2024 05:00 - 10 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How should leaders think about evaluating a team and defining vision? Are those two things inherently linked? What is your take on having your business strategy be a living, breathing document? What’s one piece of advice you can give leaders who have to unite and engage people across multiple different sectors? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Downloa...

Michelle Korsmo, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association — Engage others by drawing them out

March 07, 2024 06:00 - 41 minutes

How can you get people engaged with your big plans and strategies? It starts with how you engage with them.  Michelle Korsmo is the President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association, and she understands the power of drawing people out in order to get them engaged with her big goals. Listen to this episode and see how it’s done!  You’ll also learn: How to turn big strategies into real plans Two key factors to advancing your agenda The mindset shift you need to make after getting prom...

3 More Questions (Joe Scarlett) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

March 04, 2024 06:00 - 8 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What are some ways leaders can hone in on who their customers really are? Why do you believe Tractor Supply Company's stock performed as well as it did from 2000-2020? How do you train your people to do the right thing with customers?  ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive...

Joe Scarlett, former CEO of Tractor Supply Company — Transparency unifies a team

February 29, 2024 06:00 - 46 minutes

Let’s be honest: just because people work for the same company doesn’t mean they’re on the same team. As a leader, how can you truly get your team unified and working together? This conversation with Joe Scarlett, the former CEO of Tractor Supply Company, is full of practical ideas and insights. You’ll also learn: One small tweak you might need to make to your bonus structure A blueprint for conducting a successful site visit Why it’s important to open up and share company details with you...

3 More Questions (Tim Schurrer) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

February 26, 2024 06:00 - 13 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What made you hire Tim in the first place? What’s your vision for the How Leaders Lead app and why do you believe it will be so powerful for leaders? What’s a story from your career about a time when someone helped you win, and how did that impact you as a leader?  ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from Da...

Tim Schurrer, Author and CEO of David Novak Leadership – Help others win

February 22, 2024 06:00 - 39 minutes

When you think about success in your career, you usually think about your own goals and growth. But if you really want to accomplish big things in your career, you have to shift your focus from “me” to “we.” In this episode, you’ll see how to help others win and become the kind of leader everyone wants to work for. You’ll also discover: Something to try in your next staff meeting to make your team feel more recognized Two common marketing mistakes (and how to fix them) A question that can ...

3 More Questions (Aylwin Lewis) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

February 19, 2024 06:00 - 11 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: Why do you think hiring might be the key to fixing high turnover? What mindsets should leaders look to develop if they have their sights set on a C-level job? What are things leaders ought to seek out when they join a new company in a different industry?  ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by si...

Aylwin Lewis, former CEO of Potbelly and Sears – Results are paramount

February 15, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour

You want to take care of your people. But you also gotta take care of business. If you want to create happy teams and cultures without compromising on the results, don’t miss this conversation with Alywin Lewis, the former Chairman and CEO of Potbelly Sandwich Works and the former CEO of Sears Holdings. You’ll also learn: Why strong cultures drive more efficient operations The secret to lowering your turnover rate How to listen to your frontline employees 3 practical tips for better publi...

3 More Questions (Lynn Swann) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

February 12, 2024 06:00 - 8 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders prepare someone they fire for their next role? What advice do you have for leaders who find it difficult to make time to listen? How can leaders recognize and encourage the people who are behind the scenes, creating opportunities for their team to win when it matters most? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Stor...

Lynn Swann, NFL Hall of Famer — Listen if you want to learn

February 08, 2024 06:00 - 48 minutes

Want to build strong relationships with your team, no matter what your role is? It starts with how you see the people around you.  Discover this powerful outlook for yourself as David talks with NFL Hall of Famer and 4x Super Bowl champ Lynn Swann! You’ll also learn: The one thing all high-performing teams have in common What to hire for if you want to develop more leaders How to navigate major career transitions successfully What it’s really like to play in a Super Bowl ——— GO DEEPER S...

3 More Questions (Lisa Lutoff-Perlo) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

February 05, 2024 06:00 - 12 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What advice do you have for leaders who get turned down from the job they believe they’re capable of having? How should leaders think through the customer experience and take them to places they might not even see yet? What type of leadership skills does it take to pull off something that has never been done before? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Do...

Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, former CEO of Celebrity Cruises – Persistence pays off

February 01, 2024 06:00 - 52 minutes

If you’re a leader, you’re going to face big obstacles, skepticism, and rejection. How can you tap into the power of persistence to overcome that stuff – and even leverage it to drive success? Also in this episode: How to truly dial in what customers want The mindset you need when others doubt you Why you might to adjust your leadership style The key to uniting a team (even when there’s disagreement) How consumers’ definition of luxury has changed The groundbreaking way Celebrity Cruise...

3 More Questions (Walter Driver) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

January 29, 2024 06:00 - 12 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What were some of your best recruiting strategies when you were hiring for key positions at Yum! Brands? How should Founder/CEOs be thinking about mergers and acquisitions? What’s your take on the importance of learning how to manage your inner world? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing ...

Walter Driver, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Scopely – Make your organization a learning machine

January 25, 2024 06:00 - 58 minutes

How can you help your organization get better at learning and incorporating feedback? And why could it make or break your success? Also in this episode: A key factor in professional success that most young people overlook Five keys to building a curious and driven culture Tips for making smart acquisitions and other partnerships Why the idea of a single founder’s bold vision can be problematic The #1 thing leaders can do to bring more stability to their company A controversial take on s...

3 More Questions (Admiral Mike Mullen) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

January 22, 2024 06:00 - 10 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: If you had a trust profile that helped inform you whether or not to trust someone, what would be on it? How can leaders make sure they’re evaluating every perspective when they’re faced with a tough decision? How did you know when it was time to step away as CEO of Yum! Brands after nearly 20 years in your role? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Downlo...

Admiral Mike Mullen, 17th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff — Be willing to speak (and hear) the truth

January 18, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour

How do you speak truth to power? And as a leader, are you surrounding yourself with truth tellers?  Also in this episode: Keys to driving more accountability on your team How to leverage media opportunities to tell your story What values-driven communication looks like in leadership What it was like behind the scenes of the mission to take out Osama bin Laden His expert take on Israel, China, Russia, and more ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How...

3 More Questions (Dan Hurley) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

January 15, 2024 06:00 - 9 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders push their teams even when they’re winning by a big margin? How does a leader teach good decision making to their teams? What are ways to increase the level of intensity at work? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It b...

Dan Hurley, UConn Men’s Basketball Coach – Keep pushing yourself

January 11, 2024 06:00 - 43 minutes

Today’s guest is Dan Hurley, the head men’s basketball coach at UConn. If you watched last year’s March Madness Tournament, then you know: he’s the guy that led the Huskies to the NCAA title, with dominant performances throughout the tournament.  Here’s this incredible coach who’s reached the pinnacle of success for collegiate coaching. But to listen to him, you would never know it. As you’ll hear for yourself in this episode, there is a relentless drive and work ethic to the way Dan leads. A...

3 More Questions (Brian Niccol) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

January 08, 2024 06:00 - 7 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders get better at making the tough decisions they need to make? How'd you get up-to-speed in terms of working with Wall Street when you became CEO of Yum! Brands? How can a leader build this type of fail-then-learn mindset on their team? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps yo...

Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle — Follow through on the right ideas

January 04, 2024 06:00 - 55 minutes

Happy New Year! Our guest today as we kick off 2024 is Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle. Chipotle has just wrapped up a banner year with Brian at the helm. They’re posting record growth and revenue, all while doing innovative stuff with their marketing and menu. But as you’ll hear today, it’s not just about big ideas. Brian knows how to focus on the RIGHT ideas and then create the kind of structure, execution, and team motivation to really make ‘em happen. And with Chipotle doing better than eve...

The Best Of Q4

December 28, 2023 06:00 - 41 minutes

In this episode, we take all the great wisdom from the last three months and highlight the most impactful takeaways for you. The Best Of Q4 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders: Mark King, CEO of Taco Bell Mike White, Former Chairman & CEO of DIRECTV Dr. Mark Esper, Former United States Secretary of Defense Mignon Francois, Founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection Bill George, Former Chairman & CEO of Medtronic Joe Moglia, Former CEO of TD Ameritrade Michael Bun...

3 More Questions (Bret Baier) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

December 25, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders study their own performance as a means of getting better? When has one of your "truth tellers" given you some truth you didn't want to hear? How have you learned to stay calm even when being attacked? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorpora...

Bret Baier, Chief Political Anchor of Fox News Channel — Keep your antenna up

December 21, 2023 06:00 - 50 minutes

Today’s guest is Bret Baier, the Chief Political Anchor of Fox News Channel. He’s also the Executive Editor and host of “Special Report with Bret Baier” which airs live, every weeknight, to millions of viewers. Now, there’s a lot we could say about the worlds of politics and media. But one thing’s for sure – there is never a dull moment! In Bret’s world, things are always happening and changing. As the anchor of a live news program, he has to be ready for anything. How does he do it? As you’...

3 More Questions (Mignon Francois) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

December 18, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What advice would you give to entrepreneurs who are grinding everyday to make their ideas come to life? Should leaders be vulnerable with their teams? (And if so, what's the appropriate amount?) What role should faith play for a leader of a for-profit business? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actiona...

Mignon Francois, Founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection — Know what you believe in

December 14, 2023 06:00 - 39 minutes

Today’s guest is Mignon Francois, the founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection, a destination bakery with locations in Nashville and New Orleans. Mignon started her business with nothing but a five dollar bill. She turned that $5 into $60 with her first order. Sixty dollars became $600. And now, she’s sold over five million cupcakes and has won all kinds of entrepreneurial awards. And as sweet as her success has been (no pun intended!), it hasn’t come easy. As you’ll hear today, Mignon has p...

3 More Questions (Joe Moglia) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

December 11, 2023 06:00 - 9 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How did you turn self-awareness into a competitive advantage? Why is it important know how people function under stress when considering them for a position? What did you do to deal with naysayers? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings fr...

Joe Moglia, former CEO of TD Ameritrade – Develop a coaching mentality

December 07, 2023 06:00 - 49 minutes

Joe Moglia is the former head football coach of Coastal Carolina University AND the former chairman and CEO of TD Ameritrade. There aren’t a lot of people out there who can be both an award-winning coach AND a world-class CEO. That is some serious range! And yet Joe has an incredibly consistent leadership style, no matter what he’s doing. For him, it is ALL about the people he serves. Whether he’s leading football players or sales people, he knows… it’s not about him. It’s about his team. Th...

3 More Questions (Mark King) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

December 04, 2023 06:00 - 9 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What’s the biggest goal you’ve ever set and how’d you go about getting there? Can you trust your direct reports to tell you the truth about what's going on in the business? What's the difference between managers and leaders? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to ...

Mark King, CEO of Taco Bell — Chase something extraordinary

November 30, 2023 06:00 - 44 minutes

Today’s guest is Mark King, the CEO of Taco Bell. Of course, Taco Bell was already an iconic brand when Mark took over in 2019, but he has helped them achieve even more success and innovation.  Get this: he even had the Taco Bell logo shaved into the side of his head, if that tells you ANYTHING about the kind of leader you’re about to learn from.  That’s the thing about Mark. He is NOT afraid to go big. In fact, he believes leaders have to set big aspirational goals. That’s what he’s doing at...

3 More Questions (Jim Levine) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

November 27, 2023 06:00 - 10 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What’s your experience been like writing your new book compared to books you’ve written in the past? How should leaders go about hunting down new ideas? Have you ever been in a role where you’ve faced a lot of rejection? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incor...

Jim Levine, literary agent – Ignite the talent of those around you

November 23, 2023 06:00 - 47 minutes

Today’s guest is Jim Levine, who is the founder and principal at his literary agency, LGR. He represents authors like Tom Brady, Ray Dalio, Patrick Lencioni, and our very own David Novak! As a literary agent, Jim’s mentality is all about helping others win. He wants to land good deals for his authors, help publishers find the right books, and coach everyone on his team to succeed. There’s a level of satisfaction you just can’t get until you learn to help others win. It’s a mentality every lea...

3 More Questions (Yamini Rangan) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

November 20, 2023 06:00 - 12 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What impressed you most about Yamini? What advice can you give CEOs who are taking over from founders of companies, particularly in a scenario when the company is healthy and thriving? What’s something leaders can learn from treating their culture as a product? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actiona...

Yamini Rangan, CEO of HubSpot — Fortune favors the focused

November 16, 2023 06:00 - 54 minutes

As a leader, you’ve got a LOT of things vying for your attention. How do you know what deserves your time and focus … and what doesn’t? Today’s episode will help you answer that big question! David is joined by Yamini Rangan, the CEO of HubSpot, a popular online CRM platform that’s growing by leaps and bounds. A big reason for HubSpot’s success is the clear sense of focus that Yamini has instilled to help everyone make better decisions and prioritize the right opportunities.  In fact, Yamini ...

3 More Questions (Dr. Mark Esper) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

November 13, 2023 06:00 - 9 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How should leaders at the very top stay informed about what’s actually going on in their business? How should leaders handle disagreements with their boss? What do leaders need to be thinking about when it comes to recruiting? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to...

Dr. Mark Esper, Former U.S. Secretary of Defense — Keep the mission in mind

November 09, 2023 06:00 - 47 minutes

Today’s guest is Dr. Mark Esper, who served as the 27th United States Secretary of Defense. He has spent his whole life in military service, and he is proof positive that we can accomplish amazing things when we stay focused on the mission.  If you’re like most leaders, you’re dealing with a million details a day. It’s far too easy to take your eye off the bigger goals you’re working toward. This conversation with Mark will remind you why it’s vital to stay focused on the mission. It’s how yo...

3 More Questions (Paul Sarvadi) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

November 06, 2023 06:00 - 11 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: Should you hire people for their input or their output? When have you failed fast and what did you learn from it? What’s your take on how companies today should incorporate DE&I into their organizations? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learni...

Paul Sarvadi, Chairman & CEO of Insperity — Making differences work

November 02, 2023 05:01 - 50 minutes

It’s our responsibility as leaders to make sure that people from every walk of life are included and heard and valued when they come to work.  But how do we do that? This is a challenge that everyone is working on, though, let’s be honest: a lot of diversity, equality, and inclusion initiatives at the corporate level just aren’t moving the needle enough.  Our guest in this episode thinks about DEI (diversity, equality, and inclusion) differently. Paul Sarvadi is the Chairman and CEO of Insper...

3 More Questions (Mike White) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

October 30, 2023 08:33 - 10 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What advice can you give leaders about how to negotiate well? What can someone do to move from a specialized role to one of a leader / General Manager? Why do you think leaders derail and what can leaders do to avoid that? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to inc...

Mike White, Former Chairman and CEO of DirecTV — Resilience in a changing world

October 26, 2023 08:33 - 53 minutes

Today’s guest is Mike White, who served as the Chairman and CEO of DirecTV from 2010 until his retirement in 2015. As you might recall, that’s exactly when streaming services really took off. People were cutting the cord on traditional TV left and right and the whole media landscape got turned upside down.  So what does it take to be a great leader when the world is changing right before your eyes?  It takes resilience—and a lot of it! And if you’ve ever wanted to really see what resilience l...

3 More Questions (Liz Elting) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

October 23, 2023 08:33 - 9 minutes

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: For leaders trying to scale their business, what should they be focusing on? What are ways leaders can reward their hard-working team in a time that demands more of their employees? What kind of balance do leaders need to have between instructing people on what to do, then setting them loose to go and do it? ——— ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It bu...

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