Unlabeled Leadership
165 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsUnlabeled Leadership is a volunteer-led service that shares stories about leadership. Rather than using labels that mystify and obscure the meaning of leadership, Gary DePaul and guests share personal leadership stories. Listeners are from 90 countries and 1,030 cities (or territories). 32 podcast platforms broadcast Unlabeled Leadership episodes.
About Gary A. DePaul, PhD: https://www.garyadepaul.com
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Episodes
161: Keren Tsuk Leads by Example
February 02, 2024 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 161, Keren Tsuk talks about a phrase that has influenced her. She shares a story about how injuring herself while walking on a mountain helped her learn to lead by example. Keren then advises us to become more effective at leadership. Prologue Dr. Keren Tsuk is a consultant, keynote speaker, and thought leader in 21st-century leadership. Keren specializes in helping companies reach...
160: Ginny Clarke Encourages Fundamental Listening
January 19, 2024 12:00 - 23 minutes - 20.9 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 160, Ginny talks about advice from her father, provides performance feedback to team members at Google, and advises us about making needs explicit. Prologue Ginny is a conscious leadership expert with more than three decades of experience in executive recruiting, talent management, and commercial real estate. She is passionate about helping individuals and organizations build strong c...
159: Rusty Gaillard Helps You Reframe to Succeed
May 03, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 159, Rusty Gaillard explains what someone said that helped him confront his own limited thinking. He then shares a story about how an Apple executive challenged his team to achieve an improbable customer experience goal. He concludes with advice to help you achieve success. Prologue Having had more than twenty years of corporate experience (Apple, PG&E, and GE), Rusty changes lives...
158: Sheri-ann McLean Develops and Values People
April 14, 2023 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18.8 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 158, Sheri-Ann Mclean talks about something a lecturer said that inspired Sheri-ann. She then tells the story about recognizing and appreciating her staff, even when it meant spending her money. Sheri-ann then advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership. She also shares a John Maxwell quotation. Prologue Born and raised on the beautiful island of Jamaica in the cool hills of...
157: Janet Dell on Facing Your Fears and Resilience
March 28, 2023 11:00 - 11 minutes - 11.4 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 157, Janet Dell talks about a mentor’s comment that puts difficult challenges into perspective. She then shares a story about how a CEO helped an organization move forward after a few people harmed the business’ reputation. Janet ends with some advice to help us handle challenging problems. Prologue Janet has been recognized as a Woman to Watch by Business Insurance magazine and h...
156: Michael Teape Helps You Connect to What’s Needed
March 21, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 24.2 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 156, Michael Teape talks about a life-changing moment that helped him overcome imposter syndrome and receive feedback in a new way. Michael then talks about how a CEO helped his company think differently during the COVID disruption. That led to a story about how an electrical company handled freezing telegraph lines that started by thinking about bears and honey. Next, Michael advises u...
155: Celine Schillinger Co-Creates with A Social Movement Perspective
March 10, 2023 12:00 - 33 minutes - 29.3 MBIn Season Three, I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 155, Celine describes how a letter to her CEO sparked a social movement. She shares a Helen Bevan quotation. Celine then talks about how she worked with the Chief Quality Officer, who demonstrated what it means to lead. Celine became the company’s Head of Innovation and Engagement for Quality. Celine advises us on how to free people from our own solutions and establish ...
154: Ron Karr Focuses on Outcomes with A Velocity Mindset
December 06, 2022 12:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 154, Ron Karr talks about how he helped a client using data to explain a problem. He then shares a story about trust when he was a volunteer emergency medical technician (EMT). He then shares some advice for developing empathy. Prologue Ron Karr is recognized as the leading Sales Success Expert and has appeared on multiple media networks. With more than 36 years of sales and leadershi...
153: Amanda Obidike on Becoming More Human
September 09, 2022 20:00 - 18 minutes - 16.4 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 153, Amanda Obidike shares a quotation by Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. In the following story, Amanda talks about how a chairman helped her grow as a general manager. Next, she advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue Amanda Obidike is the Founding Curator of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Shapers, Ozubulu hub, where she leads dialogues and engages communities on futur...
152: Dawn Shuler Is a Champion for Helping People
July 28, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 22.6 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 152, Dawn Shuler talks about her professional journey and shares a quotation that has helped her understand her journey. She shares a story about her daughter, who illustrates effective leadership. Dawn then advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue Dawn is the CEO and Founder of The Shuler Group, LLC. She has been working in business and communication all her life. As...
151 Baiba Žiga Encourages Growth and Systemic Change
July 19, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 23.8 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 151, Baiba Žiga talks about what a mentor said that helped her re-evaluate her views on work. She then shares a story about a difficult period of her life in Finland and what she learned from the experience. Next, Baiba shares advice on how we can strengthen our leadership. Prologue A brilliant DEI and workplace culture consultant, Baiba Žiga has helped thousands of professionals thro...
150: Erik Reis Illustrates the Essence of Leadership
June 28, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 20.5 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 150, Erik Reis talks about what his father said that affected his outlook on life. He describes what he learned from workers about his father while working at his father’s business. The experience influenced how he leads. Finally, Erik advises us to meet people where they are. Prologue Credentials, schooling, or people’s opinions do not define who Erik is. He defines his life by his c...
149: Caroline Harth Helps You Own and Communicate Your Story
June 15, 2022 23:00 - 22 minutes - 20.1 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 149, Caroline Harth talks about a Brené Brown quotation. She then shares her journey from being in a law firm to owning her communication consulting business. Caroline then explains how you can own your own story. Prologue Caroline's WHY is to guide others in owning their story. She helps clients clearly communicate who they are and why they matter. Doing so empowers clients to embra...
148: Alan Carroll Explains Mindful Practice (Bonus)
June 09, 2022 11:00 - 14 minutes - 14 MBFor bonus episodes, I share conversations that occur between a regular episode’s segments. For Episode 148, Alan Carroll shares the STOP technique and discusses whether keynote speakers should practice frequently or be spontaneous. He then explains what Transpersonal Psychology is. Prologue Alan is passionate about giving people the experience of mindfulness and presence through public speaking. Alan is a seeker who discovered his passion for coaching people in the 1970s. He is the founder...
147: Alan Carroll Takes Speaking and Communicating to a New Level
June 07, 2022 23:00 - 22 minutes - 19.2 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 147, Alan Carroll talks about leveraging time and space when communicating. He shares a story about accepting vulnerability while training to become a speaker. He then uses an analogy from the book, Jonathan Livingston Seagull. Prologue Alan is passionate about giving people the experience of mindfulness and presence through public speaking. Alan is a seeker who discovered his passion...
146: Sherri McManus and Lou Everett Lead from The Heart
May 17, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 146, Sherri McManus and Lou Everett share two John Maxwell quotations, illustrate the practice of leadership in two stories, and advise us on how we can lead more effectively. Prologue Sherri and Lou co-own the Lou Everett Group. Sherri is the COO and Executive Leadership Coach, and Lou is the CEO, Business and Leadership Coach. They co-own The Lou Everett Group and are known for thei...
145: Csaba Toth Shares Examples of Cognitive Challenges (Bonus)
May 12, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 12.6 MBIn the bonus Episode 145, Csaba Toth talks about the amount of work needed to become accomplished. Gary shares with Csaba one of his heroes, Daryl Davis. This leads to a discussion about bridging the gap of differences. Then, Csaba explains how our biases work to find evidence for our beliefs. Prologue A native of Hungary and now a UK resident, Csaba has 15 years of experience in setting up start-ups and working with Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and entrepreneurs. He is a be...
144: Csaba Toth Focuses on Accurate Thinking
May 10, 2022 11:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 144, Csaba Toth explains what a teacher said that is the basis of part of his business. He shares how a Vice President encouraged his managers to develop their leadership. Csaba then advises how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue A native of Hungary and now a UK resident, Csaba has 15 years of experience in setting up start-ups and working with Fortune 500 companies, government a...
143: Mariah and Byron Edgington Clarify that You Are More Than Enough
May 03, 2022 11:03 - 19 minutes - 18.4 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 143, Mariah and Byron Edgington explain the phrase, “You are more than enough.” They then share stories about how people can lift others up. Next, Byron and Mariah share advice on how we can lead more effectively. Prologue While Mariah is a retired critical care and emergency nurse, and Byron is a retired helicopter pilot and an Army veteran, both co-authored the new book, Journey Wel...
142: Keith E. Smith Cultivates Infectious Energy (Bonus)
April 28, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.86 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 142, I describe Doshi and McGregor’s three direct motivators. Keith then describes switching to be, do have to experience peace, power, and flow. Prologue Keith E. Smith, CEO of Vonco Products, a leading medical device contract manufacturing and consumer flexible packaging producer, has made some recent life-balancing changes that opened him to lead more through connection than strate...
141: Keith E. Smith on Cultivating A Better Path
April 26, 2022 11:00 - 19 minutes - 18.4 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 141, Keith E. Smith talks about his transformational journey and how he strengthened his leadership. He talks about how his company was initially affected by COVID but then how his people made a difference in the medical community. Keith then advises us about prioritizations. Prologue Keith E. Smith, CEO of Vonco Products, a leading medical device contract manufacturing and consumer f...
140: Mike Watson and The Pursuit of A Noble Purpose
April 19, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 140, Mike Watson explains something his father said that helped him as a branch manager. He then shares a story about a CEO candidate who didn’t get the job and what happened next. Finally, Mike shares three ways to strengthen how we lead. Prologue If you are in the greater Vancouver area, look for Mike. He gets leadership and curates his knowledge and experiences in his new book, Ris...
139: Katherine McCord Is Inclusive and Embraces Diverse Needs
April 12, 2022 11:00 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 139, Katherine McCord shares an insightful comment made by her father that helped how she lives her life. She then describes a high performer who started working for her that didn’t start by performing well. She explains what her spouse did to improve the employee’s performance. Katherine ends by advising how we can lead more effectively. Prologue Katherine is the President of the rec...
138: Ed Muzio, Iterative Management, DEI, and Welcoming Conflict (bonus)
April 07, 2022 11:00 - 11 minutes - 11.6 MBEpisode 138 is a bonus episode that continues the Episode 137 discussion about DEI and cultural management. Ed Muzio describes Iterative Management, the challenge to adapt when things change, and welcoming conflict. Prologue Ed Muzio is an engineer who evolved his practice to management consulting. Whether at the c-suite or frontline, Ed helps teams learn to adapt and think systemically and iteratively. Ed has authored three books, including Iterate, now available as an audiobook. Ed also ...
137: Ed Muzio, Culture, DEI, and Systemic Thinking
April 05, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.7 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 137, Ed Muzio explains why the DEI mission is challenging. He defines environmental receptivity and behavioral flexibility as the terms relate to DEI. Finally, he talks about where to begin with DEI and cultural management. Prologue Ed Muzio is an engineer who evolved his practice to management consulting. Whether at the c-suite or frontline, Ed helps teams learn to adapt and think sy...
136: Mike Thorne on The New P&L: People and Listening
March 29, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 136, Mike Thorne shares his story about his own development. He illustrates how to work with employees to support them in their career development. He then recommends a book and advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue Having served as the CEO of a Synthetic Turf company, President of Russell Athletic Team division, and President of Yankee Candle, Mike has had to read...
135: Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar on Zelenskyy’s Leadership
March 22, 2022 11:00 - 27 minutes - 23.5 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 135, Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar discuss the leadership of President Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Zelenskyy. Prologue Don and Ajay have appeared on previous episodes (see links below). 02:26 Part 1: Lead by Example Ajay and Don contrast Zelenskyy’s and Putin’s leadership styles. 07:15 Part 2: The Courage to Do What’s Right Don and Ajay discuss the meaning of courage in leadership. ...
134: Richard Medcalf Helps You Shift from Incremental to Exponential
March 15, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 134, Richard Medcalf describes what someone said to inspire him to pursue an executive coaching career, shares a story about a new CHRO who he coached, and advises how to overcome our biggest bottleneck that holds us back. Prologue Richard Medcalf describes himself as “what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor, and Freddie Mercury into a blend...
133: Catalina: A Leadership Story
March 08, 2022 16:56 - 9 minutes - 12.3 MBEpisode 133 is a one-off episode that doesn’t follow the standard format. The story that you will hear is about Catalina, a rescued kitten. In the narrative, Gary DePaul shares two insights that can help you strengthen your leadership capabilities and help the people you work with feel more appreciated, understood, and cared for. While the episode features the audio recording, you can access the video link below. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Le...
132: Mike Bassett and Life Lessons from The Ditch
March 01, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 100, Mike Bassett shares how his father influenced him, explains his almost career-ending experience, and shares three lessons from the ditch. He then advises us on how we can lead more effectively. Prologue How might someone describe Mike’s character? Hard-working, ambitious, and kind. For more than 34 years, Mike has practiced civil trial law. He established a well-built law firm, ...
131: Jack Bucalo on Obtaining Softskill Training Buy-In
February 22, 2022 20:24 - 14 minutes - 14.7 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 131, Jack Bucalo describes three softskill categories, explains why executives resist buying into softskill training, how to obtain buy-in to softskill training, and explains the advantages to this softskill training approach. Prologue Jack Bucalo has authored more than fifty detailed and actionable articles about HR and leadership development. When Jack was the Corporate Senior VP of...
130: Curtis Odom Stewards Others to Succeed
February 15, 2022 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 130, Curtis Odom talks about a high school counselor, explains what he learned from the best manager he has ever worked with, and advises us on strengthening how we lead. Prologue Dr. Curtis Odom is an experienced entrepreneur, business owner, and former Fortune 100 executive. He is an author, teacher, consultant, and coach who motivates, educates, and inspires others to achieve their...
129: Brad Smith Inspires People to be at Their Best
February 08, 2022 12:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 129, Brad Smith shares a story about developing self-awareness, how a bus breaking down led to leadership, and how Brad, as a supervisor, led to increased productivity. Brad then advises us on how we can strengthen our leadership. Prologue Brad was an analytical and formulation chemist, a production plant and equipment designer, and a janitor, among other things. Since 1996, Brad Smit...
128: Diego Ugalde Explains that Mistakes Are the Pathway to Growth
February 01, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 24.7 MB128: Diego Ugalde Explains that Mistakes Are the Pathway to Growth I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 127, Diego Ugalde shares a fable by Alan Watts, explains how walking among workers doesn’t give you the pulse of employees, and talks about a conversation that he had with his daughter. Prologue As a Navy SEAL, Diego Ugalde served three combat tours in Iraq. He participated in more than 250 highly classified combat an...
127: Scott Jeffrey Miller with Stories of Humility and Gratitude
January 25, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 127, Scott Miller shares what Hyrum W. Smith said to him, talks about a story in which the president of his division showed courage and kindness, and advises us about retaining employees. Prologue Capping a 25-year career as a chief marketing officer and executive vice president of business development, Scott Jeffrey Miller currently serves as FranklinCovey’s senior advisor on thought...
126: Peri Chickering Talks about the Mind-Body Disconnect (bonus)
January 21, 2022 12:00 - 7 minutes - 7.7 MBEpisode 126 is a bonus episode in which I share an Episode 125 between-the-scenes conversation. Peri reflects on Part 2, which we just recorded. She makes some remarkable comments about the head and the heart. After the conversation, I close with a quotation from James C. Hunter. The quotation is from his book, The Servant. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the...
125: Peri Chickering and The Power of the Pause
January 18, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 125, Peri Chickering shares what a colleague said about how Peri helped her lead more effectively. She then shares a remarkable story about how an administrator forged new connections with faculty members. Next, Peri advises us on how we can strengthen our pause muscle. Prologue Peri Chickering is an author, coach, consultant, herbalist, and leadership educator. She has worked in the ...
124: Robin Stimson and the Importance of Being Valued
January 11, 2022 12:00 - 29 minutes - 26.5 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 124, Robin Stimson shares a memorable quotation from her mother, talks about the importance of valuing others, and represents those who cannot represent themselves. She advises us about strengthening our ability to be courageous. Prologue Robin Stimson is the owner of forwardBravely and is a Manager of Victim Services. She aids individuals who have been injured or lost loved ones. Rob...
123: Nigel Paine on Trust, Diversity, and the Pomodoro Technique
January 04, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 24.1 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 123, Nigel Paine tells a story about trust, shares three ideas that can help us lead, and advises us about pursuing interests and the Pomodoro Technique. Prologue Nigel has worked in learning and leadership for 25 years. He has produced learning software and award-winning multi-media materials. Nigel consults with global organizations to help them develop learning cultures and create ...
122: Host picks about Caring and Giving: Angela Shaw, John Riordan, Nicole Jones, and Joynicole Martinez
December 30, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.1 MBIn Episode 122, I picked four parts from previous episodes about caring and giving. 01:53 Part 1: Angela Shaw, Feeling Safe, Respectful Dialogue, and Outreach Angela shares the effect one manager had by how they developed their relationship. She talks about why some people find it challenging to openly discuss social-political news, such as the Black Lives Matter movement, the murder of unarmed Americans, and hate crimes against Asian-Americans. 08:03 Part 2: John Riordan Connects with th...
121: Three More Host Leadership Picks: Don Kirkey, Ajay Pangarkar, Dave Best, and Jack Bucalo
December 28, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBIn Episode 121, I picked three parts from previous episodes that clarify leadership beliefs and assumptions. 00:53 Part 1: Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar Encourage Growth Don and Ajay discuss how encouraging people to grow and leave their role contributes to organizational growth. 06:57 Part 2: Dave Best and When Valuing People Is Legitimate In organizations that have frequent workforce reductions, benefit cutbacks, or removal of employee perks, you’ll likely find leaders who act as if te...
120: The Platinum Rule: Kon Apostolopoulos, Sonal Bahl, Sejal Thakkar, and David Wheatley
December 23, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.1 MBIn Episode 120, I share four parts from previous episodes about the Platinum Rule. 00:54 Part 1: Kon Apostolopoulos and the Voice of People Whom You Serve In this story, Coach Kon explains a mistake he made with a manager he used to report to. The story leads into a discussion about customers and then the Platinum Rule. 09:39 Part 2: Sonal Bahl with Practical Advice Sonal advises us on working on our own development while following the Platinum Rule. 14:32 Part 3: Sejal Thakkar and Lear...
119: Veteran Leadership Stories and Advice: Guy Wallace, Leroy Dennison, Kim Campbell, and Kevin McNulty
December 21, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 34.9 MBIn Episode 119, I picked three leadership stories and one about advice from stewards who have served in the U.S. armed forces. 01:07 Part 1: Guy W. Wallace (Navy) Your Mission and the Fantail Watch The fantail is the ship’s stern, and the fantail watch is to search for a possible “man overboard.” Guy relates a story that takes place at the fantail. 17:12 Part 2: LeRoy Dennison (Coast Guard) Valuing Connections and Relationships at All Levels In this story, LeRoy describes a phone call he...
118: More Host Leadership Picks: Randy McNeely, Dino Ferrari, and Terry Knickerbocker
December 16, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 31.9 MBIn Episode 118, I share three leadership stories from episodes in 2021. 01:42 Part 1: Randy McNeely and Speaking from the Heart Randy illustrates how a fellow student’s words can have a long-lasting and profound effect. 10:28 Part 2: Dino Ferrari on Being Valued In this story, Dino talks about how his CEO showed him value. 18:34 Part 3: Terry Knickerbocker Innovates During the Pandemic During the pandemic, organizations had to work quickly and innovatively to change their technology to...
117: Host Leadership Picks: Judy Hale, Patrick Ward, and Chip Baker
December 14, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBIn Episode 117, I share segments from episodes in the first half of 2021. 01:03 Part 1: Judy Hale, Her Dad, Divergence, and Looking for the Brown Suit Companies need a brown suit in the room. Why? Judy’s father explained to her how the brown suit at a company symbolized the openness to divergency. 07:01 Part 2: Patrick Ward, Pandemic, Mental Pressure, and the Daily Standup In this story, Patrick explains his concerns about remote work during the pandemic. He expands on his description of...
116: More Outtakes: Enrique Rubio, Peter Popovich, Phyllis Millikan, Tim Brock, and Matt Donovan
December 09, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 21 MBIn Episode 116, I share some guests clips that did not make the final version of their episode. Sometimes between parts, guests share amazing leadership comments or advice. In this episode, I share outtakes with Enrique Rubio, Peter Popovich, Phyllis Millikan, Tim Brock, and Matt Donovan. 01:14 Part 1: Enrique Rubio and the Disservice to Yourself Enrique talks about one of the hardest things for us to do. 03:11 Part 2: Peter Popovich and the Growth Accelerator Peter distinguishes between...
115: Leadership Outtake Conversations from 2021
December 07, 2021 12:00 - 14 minutes - 14.6 MBIn Episode 115, Leadership Outtakes, I share some guests clips that did not make the final version of their episode. Sometimes between parts, guests share amazing leadership comments or advice. In this episode, I share outtakes with Phyllis Millikan, Tim Brock, Lisa Wicker, and Kevin Jordan. 01:01 Part 1: Phyllis Millikan, Trust, and Remote Work Many managers are concerned about making sure that remote workers are spending paid time working. The concern is especially true during the pandem...
114: Matt Schlegel and Raising Self-Awareness
December 02, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 21.1 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 114, Matt Schlegel describes his transition from individual contributor to manager. He talks about how he helped two teams with distinct cultures work together effectively. He then advises us on how to build the leadership muscle. Prologue Matt is the Managing partner at Schlegel Cascade, focusing on cost reduction. He is the Principle of Schlegel Consulting, where he provides consult...
113: Dustin DeVries, Service, and Team Commitment
November 30, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 113, Dustin DeVries talks about a manager who shared Parkinson’s Law to help Dustin resolve some scheduling issues. He then describes the upside-down pyramid and how the concept applies to a business context. Dustin ends with advice about how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue When he is not playing tennis, fishing, reading, gardening, cooking, or out with his family, Dustin live...
112: Giving Thanks for 111 Episodes
November 25, 2021 19:27 - 5 minutes - 6.31 MBIn Episode 112, I express my gratitude for all the listeners, supporters, and guests who enabled Unlabeled Leadership to continue. I share a blooper and an excerpt from Kim Ruyle’s episode about giving thanks. Prologue Unlabeled Leadership has listeners from 65 Countries, 44 States + the District of Columbia in the United States, and 603 cities or territories. 30 media platforms distribute episodes, including KLDR Online (Leadership Development Radio) out of St. Louis, Missouri. Of the 11...