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Anthony Taylor | SME Strategy Consulting

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Summary

In this episode, Anthony Taylor interviews Kerry Siggins, CEO of StoneAge and author of The Ownership Mindset. Kerry shares her journey of becoming a leader at StoneAge and the importance of trust and empowerment in building a successful company. She emphasizes the need for leaders to have an ownership mindset and to surround themselves with smart people. Kerry also discusses the challenges of aligning a large organization and the importance of defining a clear vision and values. The episode concludes with a discussion about Kerry's book, which provides actionable insights for leaders looking to build a great team and culture.

Kerry Siggins is the CEO of StoneAge, a leading manufacturer of industrial cleaning equipment and one of Outside magazine’s top 100 companies to work for. In 2021, she was honored by Industry Era magazine as one of its Top 10 Most Influential CEOs, and in 2017 she was a finalist for Colorado’s CEO of the Year. She sits on the boards of several companies and is member of the Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO). She is regularly invited to deliver keynote speeches on several business and leadership topics, including how to create employee-centric cultures in which it’s safe to speak up and show up as your whole self. She is an active blogger and contributor to Forbes, Entrepreneur, Authority magazine, and BIC magazine and hosts several podcasts, including the popular Reflect Forward.

Takeaways

Trust and empowerment are essential in building a successful company.
Leaders should have an ownership mindset and surround themselves with smart people.
Defining a clear vision and values helps align a large organization.
Regular check-ins and accountability systems are crucial for ensuring success.
Kerry's book, The Ownership Mindset, provides actionable insights for leaders.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Background

01:07

Becoming a Leader at StoneAge

07:43

Empowering Others and Building Trust

12:02

Aligning the Company and Ensuring Accountability

14:08

Creating a Unified Culture

16:28

The Ownership Mindset Book

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Dr. Andrew Temte, CFA, is the former CEO of Kaplan Professional, author of two books: Balancing Act: Teach, Coach, Mentor, Inspire, and The Balanced Business: Building Organizational Trust and Accountability through Smooth Workflows, and host of The Balancing Act podcast.

A thought leader on issues related to organizational health, continuous improvement, and workforce reskilling, his articles have appeared in a number of media outlets. A blend of higher education and professional education experience gives Dr. Temte a unique perspective over the issues surrounding the future of employment and workplace relevance.

About the Guest(s):Andrew Temte is an accomplished professional with an intriguing background that belies conventional career trajectories. Having left high school in the 11th grade, he serves as a testament to the belief that one's early missteps do not define their future success. Pursuing a passion for music and education, Andrew went on to earn a PhD in finance from the University of Iowa. He's a musician, a former CEO at Kaplan Professional, a frontrunner in alternative educational pathways, and the founder of Skills Owl LLC. Andrew is also the author of "Balancing Act" and "The Balanced Business," and leads a musical life as the frontman of the band The Remainders.

Episode Summary:In this enlightening episode of the Strategy and Leadership podcast, host Anthony Taylor engages in a deep dive with Andrew Temte, exploring the intersections of education, skills development, and leadership. Offering a quick snapshot of Andrew's unique journey from high school dropout to a PhD-educated professional, this episode delves into the importance of continuous learning and adaptability in a rapidly evolving workforce landscape.

Andrew discusses the critical shift in skill demand from technical to more human-centric, emphasizing the imperative for leaders and workers alike to embrace and refine their emotional intelligence. As companies face a global reskilling challenge, bolstering human skills, which Andrew refers to as compassionate leadership, has become more vital than ever. He also sheds light on organizational responsibilities, advocating for a dynamic approach to performance reviews, which should pivot to skill mapping and strategizing learning paths for employees.

Key Takeaways:* Lifelong learning and persistent curiosity are essential for thriving in the future of work. * Organizations need to transition from traditional performance reviews to continuous skill evaluations tied to strategic goals. * Developing human skills, or "human skill" as Andrew prefers to call them, is paramount in an AI-driven workplace. * Certification and credentials remain important for career mobility, but learning on the job should be acknowledged and transferable. * Balancing professional growth with personal passions, such as music, can lead to a more fulfilled and successful life.

Notable Quotes:1. "Your failures do not define you. As long as we're learning from them and continuing to move forward." 2. "The future of work will require much less technical training… we have to bring to the world of work but our human selves." 3. "Once you start to coast, the world is going to plow you over." 4. "Leaders and managers should be sitting down with their people and saying… 'Here's the gap between your current skill set and what you are going to need…'" 5. "If you're a leader…and you gave up music 15 years ago to be a leader, please pick it back up… You'll just be amazed at the doors of your mind that open up."

Resources:* Andrew Temte's website: andrewtemte.com * Books: "Balancing Act" and "The Balanced Business" available on Amazon and other booksellers. * Band: The Remainders (no specific reference link provided)

Engage with the full discussion for a treasure trove of insights on how to navigate the changing tides of work, leadership, and learning. Stay tuned for more episodes that promise to enlighten and inspire your leadership journey.

Alan Stein Jr. is an acclaimed keynote speaker, author, performance coach, and consultant with a formidable track record in working with elite NBA superstars such as Kevin Durant and Victor Oladipo. As a former basketball performance coach, Stein Jr. has pivoted his focus to the corporate realm, where he leverages his sports insights to elevate individual and organizational performance. His deep love for basketball and expertise in performance training make him a noteworthy authority in applying sports principles to business leadership and team development. He is also the author of books like "Raise Your Game" and "Sustain Your Game," which explore the parallels between athletic and business excellence.

Key Takeaways: Transformational Leadership: Embrace a leadership that focuses on what you want for people, rather than what you want from them, to enhance personal influence and impact. * Core Values in Decision Making: Use your personal values as a guide to make consistent and aligned decisions that reflect your true self and bolster leadership effectiveness. * Unseen Hours: Invest in habits and activities during the "unseen hours" — those moments away from the public eye — to become the best version of yourself and set the foundation for success. * Youth Sports and Leadership: Alan passionately highlights the need to improve the landscape of youth sports, teaching parents and coaches to prioritize process over outcomes and constructively contribute to a child's growth. * Elevate by Caring*: One's dedication to genuinely caring for their work and relationships is the differentiator in achieving professional and personal success.

Notable Quotes:* "Every single decision you make, you need to ask yourself and run through the filter of, is this in alignment with my personal core values or not?" * "As a manager, if you show up as less than your best self, mentally, physically, emotionally, or spiritually, you give your team and the people that report to you less of a chance to be successful." * "Stop badgering and berating the officials. Let the officials officiate. Just sit there and enjoy watching your child do something that they love...encourage them, support them, but don’t coach from the sideline." * "I am a huge advocate of improving parental behavior and decorum on the sideline, teaching coaches how to have a better impact and influence." * "The more you invest in caring about others, then the more that will be reciprocated and you'll be rewarded with some phenomenal opportunities and some incredibly fulfilling relationships."

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Episode Summary:In this insightful episode of the Strategy and Leadership podcast, host Anthony Taylor is joined by Shawn Mohr, the dynamic CEO of Aventus, to explore the intricate relationship between leadership, technology adoption, and organizational growth. Sean delves into the emerging space of blockchain and tokenization, offering a glimpse into how these technologies are shaping the future of business transactions and customer engagement.

The discussion pivots around the significance of cultivating a robust company culture and the importance of hiring the right talent to steer an organization towards its desired milestones. Sean underscores the necessity of looking beyond immediate operations, emphasizing a "spatial thinking" approach that balances high-level strategic planning with ground-level execution.

Key takeaways and notable quotes are woven through the conversation, revealing Sean's philosophy on revenue generation, change management, and the potential of blockchain to disrupt traditional business processes. For those curious about integrating cutting-edge technology into their strategy and staying ahead of the curve, this episode offers compelling insights and practical advice on making that leap effectively.

Key Takeaways:* Embrace "spatial thinking" by balancing a 30,000-foot strategic view with detailed, 3-foot execution in business processes. * Change management and talent acquisition are critical components of leading an organization through growth and transformation. * Tokenization and blockchain will play significant roles in future business operations—enhancing security, efficiency, and interoperability. * Companies need to adapt to evolving technologies to ensure brand loyalty, customer acquisition, and the retention of Gen Z and Gen Alpha demographics. * Leaders should consider their long-term technology impacts today and plan strategically for where their industry and customer expectations are heading in the next 10 to 15 years.

Notable Quotes:* "The questions you typically want to ask these organizations [are]... how do you use technology to create tenx efficiency within your team itself?" - Shawn Mohr * "The only constant is change... whenever every company is going through these type of changes and approaches, I'd look spatially and ask yourself the simple question..." - Shawn Mohr * "Oftentimes you start with talent. Talent management is a key component to your ability to be successful." - Shawn Mohr * "This [blockchain and tokenization] is significantly about brand loyalty and customer acquisition for their standpoint." - Shawn Mohr

Resources:* Aventus website: Aventus Homepage

About the Guest:Shawn Mohr is an experienced leader with over two decades of expertise in guiding businesses through strategic transformation and growth. Currently leading the helm as CEO at Aventus, Shawn has a proven track record of propelling companies from early-stage startups to scalable enterprises. His background includes work with both publicly traded companies and private organizations post-funding, where he leverages change management processes and leadership development to drive

We invite you to listen to the full episode to gain a deeper understanding of the interplay between leadership, technological advancements, and business growth. Join us for more episodes of Strategy and Leadership, where we bring thought-provoking content to the forefront, helping today's leaders shape tomorrow's success stories. Stay tuned for more enlightening discussions.

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Do you run a family business? Have you ever pondered on whether you’re running a family-first business or a business-first family? It’s time we explore this question, and today’s guest is just the person to talk about it. Rob Ferguson has been a trusted advisor to family businesses since 2010. He takes his decade-plus experience and wisdom to the show to discuss how family business owners can ensure that they’re running a growing and profitable business without losing sight of the things that truly matter. Want more? Tune in!

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Nothing is immutable. Every line in the P&L is adaptable, and every challenge is surmountable.

In this episode, we have CEO of Aimably,Claire Miligan to discuss the strengths of neurodiversity and transparency in business. She shares her perspective on a culture of openness and the power of transparency in decision-making and empowering teams. She touches on the challenges of product management, shedding light on the process of balancing short-term goals with long-term innovation. Later on, Claire starts to reveal her secrets to quantifying the ROI of product improvements and the build versus buy dilemma. Tune in now!

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Customer inspired innovation is the belief that when you listen to your customers, they will guide you where you need to go. This is what our Brian Lillie, the President of Private Cloud at Rackspace, explains to us today along with his profound insights on leadership and the evolving landscape of technology. With a background spanning the US Air Force and various leadership roles, Brian emphasizes the crucial balance between customer-inspired innovation and tech push. He discusses the transformative potential of AI across industries, addressing macro trends and sustainability concerns. Brian advocates for setting high standards, fostering creativity, and creating a safe, caring environment. This episode is a compelling exploration of leadership, innovation, and the future of technology. Don’t miss out!

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What factors are really holding women back from moving forward in their careers? More importantly, what can you do about it if you find yourself in that position? We talk about all these things and more with our high-caliber guests who promise to deliver nothing but goodness. PepsiCo COO Grace Puma and former Nike President of Consumer Direct Christiana Smith Shi are the authors of the book, Career Forward: Strategies from Women Who’ve Made It. They reveal the secret to enduring success is adopting a “Career Forward” mindset—prioritizing your career over your current job—as the rewards will far outweigh the invested effort. Tune in and learn how to move your career with their time-tested guiding principles!

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Anthony Taylor is joined by Lance Graulich, who shares about the amazing franchising success of TGI Fridays. In this episode, learn about Lance’s creative hiring process and why it is important to listen to your employees to create a highly productive team. He explains why it is helpful to have checklists for everything and how to properly implement brand standards in a non-limiting manner. Lance also discusses why prioritizing customer experience above everything else is a sure path toward success, especially within the franchising scene.

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Your greatest asset is your people; investing in them is also investing in your growth. In this episode, Anthony Taylor interviews Kristina Fusella about the value of working with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to drive innovation, employee engagement, and business success. Kristina is the Senior Director of Capabilities and Employee Experience at Novo Nordisk, and she takes us through her non-traditional career path and the work she is doing. She also dives deep into the role of ERGs in employee development and organizational culture, especially in terms of networking, mentorship, and personal development. With her insights on taking on new challenges and building a broad skill set, Kristina provides us a conversation that highlights the importance of creating a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages employees to explore new opportunities and contribute to the organization's success. Tune in now and embrace exponential growth for you, your team, and your business.

Summary

In this episode, Anthony Taylor interviews Kristina Fusella, Senior Director of Capabilities and Employee Experience at Novo Nordisk. They discuss Kristina's non-traditional career path and the work she is doing at Novo Nordisk. They also explore the importance of employee resource groups (ERGs) and their role in employee development and organizational culture. Kristina shares her insights on taking on new challenges and building a broad skillset. Overall, the conversation highlights the value of creating a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages employees to explore new opportunities and contribute to the organization's success.

Takeaways

Creating a supportive culture that values breadth of experience can lead to employee growth and development.
Employee resource groups (ERGs) provide a platform for networking, mentorship, and personal development.
ERGs can also serve as a valuable resource for organizations to gain insights and address specific challenges within different employee populations.
Taking on new challenges and stepping outside of one's comfort zone can lead to exponential personal and professional growth.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction and Background

03:43

Culture and Career Development at Novo Nordisk

06:19

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

15:44

Benefits of ERGs for Employee Engagement and Organizational Development

19:31

Taking on New Challenges and Building a Broad Skillset

25:15

Conclusion and Contact Information

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Nobody wants to fail, but failing can just be the thing you need to really grow in your career and in your life. As the cliché goes, experience is the best teacher, and failure is arguably the best experience you can have. Lisa Lutoff-Perlo learned this powerful lesson in her trailblazing journey as a female leader in a male-dominated industry. In this episode, she shares how she went from sales professional to becoming a CEO of celebrity cruises, (wo)manning the men plying the high seas. She shares the things she has learned from her experience, both from her successes and, more importantly, her failures. Tune in for a powerful learning experience!

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The great resignation woke the eyes of many business leaders to shift their culture in their organizations. That culture shift will keep them afloat in their business because everyone aboard is driven to keep the ship sailing. In this episode,Brad Zimmerman, the Co-Founder and Partner of Phoenix Performance Partner, dives intoThe Great Engagement to guide leaders into creating high-performing cultures. He explains how leaders are like parents in the business, helping everyone become healthy and productive individuals and allowing them to grow in the organization. As a CEO and leader, we want to spread the commitment to providing value to our customers like a virus. So, don’t miss the wealth of insights Brad Zimmerman brings in this episode. Tune in and set sail into The Great Engagement today.

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Would you embrace the flames that would ignite within you or let the cold wind snuff it out? How would you be proud of yourself if you wouldn’t let those flames burn bright? In this episode,John R. Miles, the former Dell CIO, delves into what it means to bePassion Struck in leading into your organization. He explains the meaning of the Gardener Leadership Style and the importance of being a Servant Leader. This episode shows how bright John’s torch burns as he leaves embers of insights on the value of leading with your feet and nurturing everyone with your leadership. Embrace your flames and let that radiate in leading those around you. Let’s join John Miles today and be Passion Struck with him.

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Passion Struck: Twelve Powerful Principles to Unlock Your Purpose and Ignite Your Most Intentional Life

India’s first unicorn gallops its way into this episode of Strategy and Leadership Podcast. Today, the Founder and CEO of Mu Sigma, Dhiraj Rajaram, takes us into the journey of Mu Sigma in becoming India’s first unicorn and how he leads the company to its success. He also mentions how data and information shape the decisions of leaders and why that is important. Dhiraj explains that organizations should not solely focus on making new things but also learn to create the capacity to build those things. Dhiraj’s prowess in his business radiates the power of data-driven decision-making in paving business growth. Join us in this episode and be inspired to lead your business towards success.

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Strategic planning goes beyond storing binders on shelves; it involves transforming intricate visions into concise one-pagers, harmonizing perspectives, and mastering effective communication strategies. Anthony Taylor, the founder of SME Strategy, is not a typical strategist. He is tough but caring, and he pushes your team to do their best. Today, he sits with us to discuss all about strategic planning. Anthony debunks myths that confine the concept to boardrooms and dusty binders. He explains a five-step method to simplify strategy, emphasizes the importance of celebrating success, guides us through the entire strategic journey, and more. Tune in now and transform your approach to strategy!

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1906 is making microdosing more accessible and legal, opening the door to a new era of wellness. In this episode, we hear how CEO Peter Barsoom leads the charge, reshaping industries, one drop at a time. Explore the evolution of 1906 from its roots in the cannabis industry to becoming a leader in microdosing. Peter discusses 1906, how it is about more than just cannabis. He discusses redefining microdosing, bringing up the end of prohibition and the launch of a new direct-to-consumer platform. Find out how the company is making federally legal, microdosed cannabis accessible and breaking down industry barriers. Tune in now!

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Certain situations will call us forth into leadership. Whether that's in sports, business, or life, we need to be ready for when that time comes. In this episode, Anthony Taylor engages in an insightful conversation with Maria Samson, a distinguished leader in women's rugby. Maria shares her remarkable journey ad her experiences in advocating for women in sports, breaking down barriers, and fostering equitable contributions. The discussion touches upon her leadership roles, both on and off the field, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, trust, and open communication in building powerful teams. Maria's story serves as an inspiration for aspiring leaders, highlighting the transformative impact of sports on leadership development and the ongoing strides in promoting women in rugby and beyond. Tune in and learn from this exceptional leader!

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Mark Steffe, the CEO of First Command Financial Services, leads with love and believes that success comes from putting your mission first. He also talks about his leadership principles and the company's commitment to military families. They guide military families to financial security and measure their success by what they give back. In 2022, they provided 30,000 financial plans and donated 7% of profits to military charities. First Command encourages team members to lead by example and donate time and resources to help military families.

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In today’s uncertain times, we need to take matters into our own hands. This episode’s guest is all about doing that, winning by being on offense. Former NFL and NBA executive Paul Epstein joins us to share a playbook for winning both on and off the field. He shares his 15-year career in professional sports to becoming a sought-after consultant and author. He also shares how to seize 52 opportunities a year with "Win Monday" for personal growth and success, the “head-heart-hands” equation, and more. Tune in now and learn the true mindset for success and why it matters to align head, heart, and hands to define your own playbook for victory.

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Success isn't just about products on shelves; it's about aligning purpose with every purchase, empowering communities, and shaping a healthier world. Align your mission with your product as Lisa Curtis, the CEO of Kuli Kuli Foods, joins Anthony Taylor in this illuminating episode. Lisa shares the remarkable story behind her mission-driven approach to revolutionizing the superfood industry. From the inception sparked by her personal encounter with Moringa in a Nigerian village to scaling up and stocking products in 11,000 stores nationwide, discover the resilient and innovative path Kuli Kuli Foods has traversed. Gain insights into driving sales dynamics, fostering innovation, and the responsibility of being a female founder in today's entrepreneurial landscape. This episode is a testament to the power of aligning business with a global mission, offering an inspiring narrative on creating purpose-driven enterprises for a healthier, more sustainable world.

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It is already challenging to sell a tangible item to your target market. How hard would it be if you are selling an invisible product? Keith Farley, SVP at Aflac, joins Anthony Taylor to share his strategies for selling something that does not technically exist: insurance claims. He explains how they focus instead on providing quality customer experience and building a healthy workplace culture by harnessing the power of current technological innovation. Keith also shares how they keep their customers in the loop while their claims are being processed and how they use a duck mascot to create meaningful connections with everyone.

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We hear a lot of dystopian narratives around the rapid advancement of technology in this day and age, but we seldom take a pause to reflect on the good things that come with this evolution. Can today’s technology be leveraged as a force for good? In this episode, we dive into the world of purpose-driven leadership and sustainable innovation as Anthony Taylor engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Marga Hoek, a global thought leader on sustainable business and author of Tech for Good: Imagine Solving the World's Greatest Challenges. Among other things, Marga shares insights on leveraging the fourth Industrial Revolution for positive change. Discover the power of purpose, imagination, and collaboration in reshaping our future, and learn how technology can be harnessed to create a world where business becomes a force for good. Tune in for a visionary episode that challenges the status quo and inspires hope for a more sustainable and impactful tomorrow.

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Leadership is not only about guiding teams but also about creating a culture that promotes creativity, empathy, and respect for each individual's story. In this episode, we have Rico Nasol, former executive at Zappos and Netflix, talk about leadership and management. From Zappos’ familial culture to Netflix’s “All-Star team” approach, Rico sheds light on the distinct cultures and their impact on personal growth within the organizations. He reveals the secrets behind building and managing creative teams, explaining the essence of innovation within constraints. Rico also touches on the crucial role of mental and emotional well-being in the workplace, advocating for a human-centric approach to leadership. He promotes habits that promote a good balance between work and personal life and that help team members. Tune in now!

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What makes a leader thrive in the business? In this episode, we will uncover some leadership lessons from the CEO of Foot Solutions to help us traverse into the space of entrepreneurship. John Prothro is a global foot wellness retailer bringing much value to this conversation. He shares his leadership approach, the core values of leaders, and how pride is the downfall of a leader. Mark also talks about organizational learning and so much more! So, what are you waiting for? Set foot into this valuable conversation, and we will take you on a whole new journey as a leader.

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Fast-growing companies tend to develop Big Company Disease, where growth dramatically slows down. Business owners find their ultimate challenge in scaling up their business. But fear not, because in this episode, Fabrice Bernard, CTO and co-founder of Theodo Group, and Catherine Chabiron, the author of Learning to Scale at Theodo Group: Growing a Fast and Resilient Company, talk about how successful business owners are scaling through lean. Catherine, a Lean Sensei, explains how teams can adopt Lean as their organizational methodology. Meanwhile, Fabrice shares the lessons he learned from his own Lean journey. To wrap up the conversation, Catherine and Fabrice leave some valuable advice for business owners when embracing Lean. Don't miss out on today's episode—join us now!

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Success begins with clarity, authenticity, and continuous improvement. Keep it simple, stay engaged, and make a lasting impact. In this episode, Jay Sidhu, the Chief Executive Officer of Customers Bancorp, Inc. shares his rags-to-riches story. He generously reveals the key principles that have led him to become a Fortune 500 CEO and a prominent figure in the banking industry. Jay emphasizes the importance of clarity, authenticity, and continuous improvement as the cornerstones of leadership, along with a focus on keeping things simple and staying passionately engaged. From transforming small banks into Fortune 500 giants to his commitment to helping the youth of today achieve their dreams, Jay inspires people to pursue dreams and lead with authenticity. With the right principles and unwavering determination, anything is possible. Tune in now and drive your personal and professional growth.

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Some of the best athletes out there understand that physical performance can only take you so far without having the right mindset to go with it. This same is true for our professional lives, especially in today’s competitive environment. In this episode, who better to help you cultivate a world-class mindset than a former pro baseball player himself? Derin McMains joins Anthony Taylor to talk about the importance of mindset and how you can translate it across all areas of your life. As the Director of Mental Performance at global security company, ReliaQuest, Derin has been training executives with mental performance principles to take their game to the next level. He shares some of those principles and gives us a peek into what a performance program looks like, diving deep into the value of being intentional, taking the right action, and preparation. Tune in to this conversation and learn what it takes to be a high performer and more!

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You can't lead people further than how you lead yourself. It’s just one of those poignant leadership lessons that all entrepreneurs and business leaders will eventually come full circle to somewhere down their careers. Scott McGohan has been on the journey for 35 years, and he believes it to be one of the biggest wake-up calls he has ever had. In this conversation, he talks more about it and other lessons in leadership he has accumulated over the years, many of which the hard way. He also talks a bit about the rationale of his book, Culture Is an Inside Job, and how we can start to recognize and bring back the humanity to work. Tune in for all of these and more!

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Success is found not in avoiding failure, but in embracing it and learning to rise stronger. Transitioning from Wall Street trader to CEO of an Inc 500 fastest-growing company, Jeremy Delk shares his entrepreneurial journey built on resilience and leadership in this episode. Join us as we explore the twists and turns of Jeremy's life, where he learned valuable lessons from early successes and the heart-wrenching loss of a fortune. Jeremy openly shares his financial setbacks and how he overcame them to build a thriving company, Delk Enterprises. Jeremy was clear on how his entrepreneurial journey wasn’t a straight line to success. As CEO, he gives us a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes realities of running a business and the unglamorous aspects of leadership. From personal resilience to inclusive leadership, Jeremy shares how to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit and set an ultimately stable and thriving culture. Tune in now.

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In a world driven by intense competition, it can be so easy to lose ourselves in that pursuit of perfection. And when it becomes a dangerous obsession, it will cost you more than you know and even notice. In this episode, Thomas Curran, the world’s foremost expert on perfectionism, takes us deep into his book, The Perfection Trap, which looks at the dangers of obsessively going after perfection and how we can escape that trap in today’s competitive environment. He shows what we can do to resist modern-day pressures to be perfect and explains why good enough is often a better aspiration. So, get off of that ever-moving hamster wheel of perfection and focus on what matters most.

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When you keep doing the same thing every time, you are only going to be able to perform at that level. There is no growth. This is The Performance Paradox. In this episode, Eduardo Briceño helps us understand what this phenomenon is and how we can overcome it. He shares key insights from his book, The Performance Paradox: Turning the Power of Mindset into Action, to inform us of the value of developing a culture of learning and high performance. Eduardo then takes us into his journey, sharing what drives his personal growth and development along with the lessons he learned across his career path. Tune in to this conversation and learn how to perform not just for the sake of performing but instead, to perform to get better.

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Business success is unachievable without the right people at your side and a healthy workplace culture where they can thrive. Therefore, leaders must know how to surround themselves with talented individuals and put into action the values they hold dear. Anthony Taylor chats with Andy Lansing, CEO of Levy, who shares the extraordinary journey of growing his company from just a single delicatessen to a team of more than 50,000 people. Andy talks about the immense power of niceness and passion in targeting huge business wins. He also breaks down leadership lessons from his entire career, from creating a workplace culture where failure is embraced as a stepping stone to success and why innovation must always start from the top.

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Trust is the glue that keeps society together, and without it, it motivates non-cooperation to people. Trust is as fragile as glass. If it shatters, it will always be harder to build it back. Today, Darryl Stickel, the Founder of Trust Unlimited, brings us into the framework of Building Trust effectively with other people through the ten levers. Darryl suggests showing vulnerability creates a space for others to trust you. His approach closes the gap between leaders and others. Let’s build back our society and combat the unprecedented trust-deficit crisis today.

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True innovation is about building what customers can't wait to have, not just what they need. In this riveting episode, get ready to dive into the world of exponential growth, daring experiments, and the art of bouncing back from setbacks. Our guest, Adam Robinson, the visionary CEO and founder of Retention.com, takes us on an inspiring journey through his roller-coaster ride of scaling businesses and shaping resilient teams. Adam introduces his unique "face-lighting-up" barometer approach to identifying game-changing products. He also dives into the evolving landscape of marketing and customer attraction strategies and shares how to foster a culture of balanced experimentation. He emphasizes how true innovation ignites not just interest, but excitement. Tune in as Adam shares what it takes to lead with vision, resilience, and a dash of fearless experimentation.

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Leading as a CEO isn't about knowing every answer; it's about fostering a culture of growth, embracing innovation, and empowering your team to excel. Join us as Will Robinson, the CEO of Encapture, unravels the challenges and triumphs faced in their journey towards innovation, leveraging AI, and transforming leadership. Throughout the episode, Will shares the journey from a legacy business model to a cutting-edge software company, discusses the art of leading transformation, and debunks the misconceptions around AI. He emphasizes that as organizations adopt AI technology, the workforce is empowered to tackle complex challenges and contribute more meaningfully, thereby enriching the workplace. Tune in to uncover the secrets of effective leadership in the digital age and discover how AI can empower businesses and individuals to thrive.

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What does it take to scale a business? It’s time to dive right into this episode with Keith Smith, the president of Vonco Products, to know how he manages to climb the stairs to success. Moving onto the corporate ladder takes a lot of effort, but being intentional in his position allowed him to thrive where he is today. Vonco Products improved after many years as they added talents along the way. There is so much to unpack from this organizational growth Vonco Products faced. So don’t let this opportunity slip to acquire insights on how others scale their business.

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Adaptive strategy is an ingenious approach that has been the secret sauce behind the longevity of iconic companies. In this episode, we sit down with Peter Compo, the author of The Emergent Approach to Adaptive Strategy, Design, and Execution, who shares profound insights gained from his 25-year tenure at the global giant DuPont. Explore how DuPont, a company steeped in tradition, faced the daunting challenge of reinventing itself in a rapidly changing world. Dive deep into the strategies they employed to foster innovation and adaptability. Peter's unique perspective sheds light on how to navigate the complexities of change and emerge stronger than ever. Stay tuned as Peter unveils a transformative takeaway that can revolutionize your strategic approach, regardless of the size or nature of your business. If you're eager to gain a fresh perspective on strategy, innovation, and leadership, then tune in!Thank you to our show partner Affinity Staffing https://affinity-group.ca/SME/ Want to continue the conversation with other leaders around the world? Join our Strategy and Leadership community.https://strategy-and-leadership.mn.co/ ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1 ➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda // Connect with us: ► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact ► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/ // About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW ► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

A successful entrepreneurship journey is all about focusing on a high-quality product, being aware of the needs of your target market, and keeping a healthy working culture within your own team. Although Peter Mann did not plan to be an entrepreneur from the get-go, he found success in his chosen industry by focusing on these key areas. Joining Anthony Taylor, he looks back on how he found his entrepreneurial spirit by accident and started the air purifier manufacturing business Oransi. Peter also shares some strategies for building a small yet highly productive team, as well as the right approach to business scaling as he now makes his mark across Canada and the United States.

Are you a leader looking to make a lasting impact? In this episode, we dive into the world of mentorship with Scott Jeffrey Miller, author of The Ultimate Guide to Great Mentorship. Discover the distinct roles of leadership and mentorship, the evolving landscape of leadership in a post-COVID world, and the invaluable insights that mentors and mentees can gain from each other. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that will change how you view mentorship and leadership. Tune in and start your journey towards becoming an influential mentor or finding the right mentor for your growth. Don't miss this engaging conversation that reveals the power of mentorship in transforming lives and careers. Stay tuned!

Joe Rare is an “underground” serial entrepreneur, investor, outsourcing expert, father and husband. He currently owns four digital companies, five wedding venues, and real estate investment properties.

His passion for sales never dimmed, but he discovered what his life’s work would be - building digital businesses. The road was definitely made of dirt with a lot of potholes. There were failed businesses in the early days, but he took the failures and learned to create wins. He has since built multiple 7+ figure companies and built a strong and growing real estate portfolio.

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Amy Brown is the founder and CEO of Authenticx – a software platform that analyzes and activates patient voices at scale to reveal transformational opportunities in healthcare. Amy built her career as a rising executive in the healthcare industry, during which time she advocated for underserved populations, led and mobilized teams to expand healthcare coverage to thousands of Indiana residents, and learned the nuance of corporate operations. In 2018, Amy decided to leverage her decades of industry experience to tackle healthcare through technology. She founded Authenticx with the mission to bring the authentic voice of the patient into the boardroom and increase positive healthcare outcomes.

Meredith Monday Schwartz shares her journey growing "Here Comes the Guide", what she's done to support the individuals in the company and how they created a fair and equitable culture while being distributed across the US.

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As you think about exiting your business there are many factors you need to consider to make it a successful one.

Having the right amount of time to prepare can make a world of difference (And several million dollars difference) at the end of the day.

In this episode of the strategy and leadership podcast, I speak with Kevin Shaw, President and Managing Director at Baker Tilly Canada Corporate Finance about key considerations for business owners in order to successfully exit their business.

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How does a company go about revolutionizing an entire industry? Join us as we sit down with Ralph Dangelmaier, CEO and board member at Blue Snap, to delve into the industry of payments and innovation.

In this episode, we explore how Blue Snap is disrupting the payments industry and empowering merchants to accept payments globally. From embedding payments for sale to optimizing platforms, Ralph shares invaluable insights and expertise that will inspire you to lead change and drive innovation within your own organization.

Are you wondering how CFOs are shaping the payments landscape amidst tight economic conditions? Discover the power shift from CTOs to CFOs and learn why focusing on return on investment (ROI) is crucial for success. Ralph sheds light on the challenges faced by merchants and platforms, such as managing multiple payment providers and the overwhelming amount of data.

Here are some key takeaways from this episode:

-Understand how Blue Snap simplifies payments and connects platforms, making it easy for merchants to integrate and sell globally. -Learn about the importance of ROI in decision-making and how Blue Snap helps merchants achieve a positive return on investment. -Discover the challenges faced by CFOs in managing payments and the opportunity to consolidate systems and save costs. - Gain insights into the role of leadership in driving change and reducing technical debt. - Explore lessons learned from Ralph's 30 years of experience in the payments industry and his approach to leadership.

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Have you ever needed to persuade someone to join your team or convince them to support a project? How did you approach the situation, and what did you learn from it?

In this interview, we have the privilege of talking to Alastair Wood, Vice-President & General Counsel at Rhino a New-York based real estate startup, looking to bring greater financial freedom to renters everywhere. He shares valuable insights gained from his experience as the Chief of Staff to the General Counsel and Chief Administrative Officer at City Legal. Alastair navigated the hierarchical structure of a law firm, where he had to influence and gain buy-in from influential individuals who didn't report to him. Through his stories and experiences, we learn how he honed his persuasive skills and turned them into a powerful asset.

As you listen to Alastair's captivating anecdotes, you will realize the significance of identifying and harnessing the unique talents within your team. Discover how diverse skills, such as persuasive communication, can be utilized across an organization to drive success and achieve goals.

In this video, you will also discover:

The challenges and rewards of leading a team in a hierarchical environment and the importance of garnering support from influential individuals.
The power of effective communication and persuasion, regardless of whether you have a legal background or not.
Why possessing a diverse skill set and the ability to apply it to various roles can make you an invaluable asset to any organization.
The role of culture and passionate individuals in a company's success, emphasizing the importance of surrounding yourself with motivated people.

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What are some fundamental leadership lessons that apply to both the public and private sectors?In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Laura Terrell, an executive coach with a diverse background. Laura has worked in various industries and even served as a special assistant to the president at the White House. She is now focused on helping individuals succeed as an executive coach. In this episode, We explore her expertise and learn how she helps clients navigate complex situations and seemingly crazy ideas. We also discuss the importance of building the right team and seeking diverse expertise to support decision-making.

Are you struggling with implementing DEI strategies in your workplace? Join us for an engaging conversation with Wema Hoover, President and CEO of B Limitless Consulting LLC. With her extensive experience at top organizations like Pfizer, Athena Myers, Bristol Squibb, and Google.Wema sheds light on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in today's world. Discover how to drive sustainable progress in your organization as we delve into the different stages of DEI implementation and the outcomes you can achieve, such as customer segmentation, diverse talent recruitment, and global market expansion. Wema emphasizes the significance of creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique skills. She debunks the misconception that DEI conversations are accusatory and suggests focusing on removing biases and assumptions while reinforcing organizational values and culture. Prepare for an emotional journey as Wema encourages listeners to reflect on their own biases and assumptions. Ultimately, she believes that DEI is a social responsibility and a business imperative for success.

Are you curious about the strategic vision that led to Howdy.com's remarkable $100 million valuation? Join us in this Strategy and Leadership Podcast episode as we interview Jacqueline Samira, the CEO, and founder of Howdy.com. Discover the core concepts behind their success and Jacqueline's journey here. Starting her company in 2018, Jacqueline's strategic approach involved nailing the foundation before scaling it, a decision that proved crucial. With a focus on deliberate growth, Howdy.com gained a reputation for exceptional customer experience and word-of-mouth referrals. In this interview, Jacqueline shares insights on the impact of sales experience, the importance of aligning sales and delivery, and the significance of having a clear strategic vision as a CEO.#strategicvision #entrepreneurship #leadershipdevelopment #businessgrowth#leadership #startupsuccess #strategicplanning #scalingbusiness #visionaryleadership#businessstrategy #successstories► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Looking to turn your organization into a value-driven powerhouse through business transformation? In this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, we speak with Sanjeev Loomba, the author of "The Ninth Gear." With 27 years of experience, Sanjeev is a transformationalist and former CEO who has helped transform hundreds of organizations and thousands of people. He shares his insights on how to shift your perspective on doing business and drive wealth transformation.Sanjeev understands the challenges that businesses face in today's world, including disappearing market share and slowing growth. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the customer in the current market and notes that businesses must integrate their teams to deliver products that provide value to the customer. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation:- Sanjeev proposes a new perspective on business transformation by finding potential in individuals, teams, and organizations.- Sanjeev shares leadership lessons from running a 5000-person company and shifting how people think about doing business, and explains the concept of value partnership and how it differs from entrepreneurship.- Learn how to help your organization become more distinguished by becoming business value-obsessed and providing personal value to your customers.Sanjeev believes that businesses must listen to the customer and create personalized solutions that meet their needs. He also advises leaders and managers to give their team members more responsibility to make them redundant and promote talent flow.

In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking work of women in business in their communities. Our guest is Wendy Steele, the founder, and CEO of Impact 100 Global. Wendy shares her incredible journey of overcoming limited resources and building a successful model that gathers at least 100 women who each donate $1000 to create grants of $100,000 or more that stay in their local community. With 65 Impact 100 chapters worldwide and over $123 million in grants given away, Wendy's work has truly made an impact. During the episode, Wendy also discusses the importance of diversity and inclusion in leadership and how companies can find leaders who bring unique skills and experiences to the table, regardless of their gender or background. She encourages women to step into their power, overcome barriers, and create positive change. This episode is a must-listen for women in business and female leaders who aspire to make a difference.► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Is your team making optimal decisions? In this episode of the podcast, we had the privilege of speaking with Atif Rafiq, a seasoned leader with extensive experience in executive roles at billion-dollar business units such as McDonald’s, Volvo, and MGM Resorts. Notably, he was the first Chief Digital Officer in the history of the Fortune 500, a pioneering role he held at McDonald’s, and he rose to the president level in the Fortune 300. He is also the author of “Decision Sprint,” where he shares insights on his design process and lessons learned.In this Podcast, we delve into Atif's insights on decision-making:- Understanding the two components of the process: upstream and downstream, involving exploration, alignment, and detailed decisions.- Shifting focus from “what” to “how” in his latest approach, prioritizing collaboration and teamwork over product or service-centric thinking.- Emphasizing the value of exploration before alignment, empowering teams to reach their own conclusions and work towards a shared goal.#digitaltransformation #teamalignment #decisionmaking #strategicplanning #leadershipdevelopment ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Does your organization have a DEI Strategy, or is looking to create one? Then this podcast is for you. In this episode, we have a special guest, Joy Fitzgerald, Senior VP and Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at United Health Group, who recently authored the inspiring book "Finding Authentic Rhythm: How to Win on Your Terms in Corporate America." Join us as Joy shares her journey, insights, and experiences in the human capital space, where she has been a champion for the underserved, underrepresented, and marginalized. Joy's practical and relatable approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion will challenge your assumptions and inspire you to create a more inclusive environment in your workplace and beyond. Through personal anecdotes and lessons learned, Joy highlights the importance of empathy, understanding, and tailored solutions for individuals and communities.#Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Leadership #Strategy #Podcast #AuthenticRhythm #Inspiration #DifferenceMakers #DEI #JoyFitzgerald #UnitedHealthGroup► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Are you a business owner or entrepreneur looking to build a valuable asset (organization) that can be sold or transferred at your desired valuation? In order to achieve this, you need to focus on creating sustainable, predictable, and transferable cash flow. Unfortunately, many businesses fail to properly manage their finances, leading to negative equity and liabilities that are not immediately apparent.In this podcast episode, Anthony talks to Ryan Tansen, founder of Arkona LLC, about his experience in turning around his father's struggling business and selling it for eight figures. Ryan shares the lessons he learned and the mindset shifts he had to make to transform the business into a financial asset.Ryan emphasizes the importance of knowing if what you're doing is worth it and aligning everyone in the organization towards the same goal. He also talks about his current company, Arkona, which provides training and financial services to help business owners grow the value of their businesses.In this podcast, we discuss the following topics with Ryan Tansen:- How business owners can misunderstand their cash flow- The importance of professional financial management- Creating sustainable, predictable, and transferable cash flowBy listening to this podcast, you'll gain actionable insights and a fresh perspective on how to view and run your business like a financial asset.

What does healthy Leadership Communication look like and how can you become better at it?In this Strategy and Leadership podcast episode, Anthony Taylor interviews Erin Marcus, founder and CEO of Conquer Your Business. We learn about the importance of having uncomfortable conversations in the workplace. When managers are unhappy with their team's performance but are uncomfortable having a conversation about it, it can lead to resentment and the firing of team members, which is expensive and does not solve the problem. Similarly, when team members are having issues with their superiors, but don't feel comfortable expressing themselves, they can become disengaged and eventually leave, which can harm both the employee and the company. The key to having these difficult conversations is to start with the end goal in mind and to focus on what you want to achieve from the conversation. By taking ownership of our relationships and being proactive about having uncomfortable conversations, we can create better outcomes for everyone involved.

As a business leader, you know that creating and implementing an effective strategic plan can be overwhelming. There are so many things to consider: the field your company operates in and how quickly it changes affect the complexity, length, and scope of your strategic plan. It’s crucial to understand the timelines and interdependencies between different components of your plan, and identifying the most critical areas to focus on first will help ensure that your plan is achievable and impactful.But have you ever wondered what process you need to go through and how long your strategic planning and execution timelines should actually be? If so, you’re not alone. That’s why we’ve invited Tagil Green, the Chief Strategy Officer at Bank Hapoalim, Israel’s Largest Bank to share her insights on how to “Right-size your Strategic Planning” as a large organization.In this podcast, we’ll discuss the following topics with Tagil Green:- How multinational organizations can navigate the complexities of the strategic planning process, including timelines, prioritization, and cultural relevance.- How to align your strategic plan with your organization’s values and mission regardless of its size.- How can CEOs and CSOs of large organizations get buy-in from their stakeholders during the strategic planning process?Remember, your strategic plan can’t fix everything. While it should address your most significant challenges and opportunities, some issues may require separate initiatives to ensure it is fully executed. Keep your plan focused and manageable, and you’ll be more likely to achieve your goals and make meaningful progress.

Bill Murray fans this is for you!Do you want to know how a community-driven business can build brand loyalty and drive demand? Look no further than Kerry Michaels, the co-founder and CEO of William Murray Golf.In this episode, we sit down with Kerry to discuss the incredible story of William Murray Golf and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way. Kerry shares how William Murray Golf grew into an authentic community of diverse individuals who share a love for golf and the brand's spirit.One of the things that made William Murray Golf stand out was its scarcity model, which built demand for the brand. Kerry shares how they started with limited inventory, buying only a couple of hundred polos, and sold out very quickly. This scarcity model led to demand for the brand, with customers eagerly awaiting new releases and sometimes waiting up to 12 or 18 months to see a popular polo again.Kerry also offers some practical advice for business leaders growing their companies. She emphasizes the importance of clear guardrails and priorities for yourself and your team, as well as saying yes to the right things and ignoring distractions to set your business on the right path.Through Kerry's experiences in building a community-driven business, she demonstrates that building a brand around a strong community can drive demand, build loyalty, and create authentic connections between people.Join us as we dive deep into the fascinating story of William Murray Golf and learn from Kerry's journey in growing this unique and inspiring brand.Check out the William Murray Golf Brand: https://www.williammurraygolf.com/#CommunityDrivenBusiness #BrandLoyalty #ScarcityModel #BusinessLeadership► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

How can senior leadership teams create and sustain strong partnerships that endure over time?In this episode, we explore the critical factors that enable effective collaboration, including the importance of complementary skills, the demands of multitasking, and the distinctive roles of CEOs and COOs in both startup and mature company settings. In essence, co-founders must be adaptable and allocate responsibilities based on each other's strengths, while supporting one another in their respective roles to ensure seamless operations.That's why we invited Tanis Jorge, the founder of Co-founders Hub, who brings a wealth of experience from co-founding and leading multiple successful startups, including Twilio. Tanis shares her insights and expertise on how co-founders can strengthen their partnerships and avoid common challenges that arise when leading a company, including the impact of communication on relationships, the importance of building trust, and the role of conflict resolution in senior leadership partnerships to help create more successful outcomes for your organization.Given the scarcity of resources and tools available to co-founders seeking to strengthen their businesses through stronger partnerships, Tanis decided to share her experience through her book, Co-founders Handbook, and her company, Co-founders Hub. Co-founders Hub is an online resource that provides co-founders with the necessary tools and support to enhance their collaboration and drive business success.Get in touch with Tanis: https://www.tanisjorge.com/#leadershipdevelopment #teamcommunication #csuite #cofounder ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Strategy and Leadership Podcast #214Are you a CEO or a business leader looking to gain insights on how to lead your organization during uncertain times? Then you won't want to miss this episode of our podcast.We're excited to welcome Liz Hoffman, a business and finance editor at Semaphore and former reporter at the Wall Street Journal. Liz has spent 15 years covering finance and business, with a particular focus on corporate mergers, investment banking, and Wall Street. Her new book, "Crash Landing: The Inside Story of How the World's Biggest Companies Survived an Economy on the Brink," takes readers behind the scenes of some of the biggest corporate stories of the pandemic era.In this episode, Liz shares her experience reporting on the pandemic through the lens of economics and business, and what she learned from talking to CEOs, investors, and policymakers during a once-in-a-lifetime event. She also discusses how leaders can navigate uncertainty and transform their organizations for long-term success, drawing on insights from her book and her years covering business and finance.If you're a CEO or business leader looking to stay ahead of the curve, don't miss this episode. Join us as we talk to Liz about what it takes to lead through uncertain times and build a resilient organization.Semafor's business and finance editor, Liz Hoffman, was formerly a senior reporter at The Wall Street Journal, specializing in financial markets, corporate deal-making, and Wall Street's workings. A native of central Pennsylvania, Hoffman is a graduate of Tufts University and the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. She now resides in Brooklyn, New York and has recently published a book titled "Crash Landing: The Inside Story of How the World's Biggest Companies Survived an Economy on the Brink" in 2023.Get Liz Book here: https://www.amazon.ca/Crash-Landing-Biggest-Companies-Survived-ebook/dp/B099362G7P► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

In this episode of the strategy and leadership podcast, We had the pleasure of speaking with a special guest about a topic that is vital to any business: leadership. As we all know, just holding a managerial position doesn't automatically make you a great leader. It's a constantly evolving journey where you need to learn, grow, and push yourself out of your comfort zone.But let's face it, this journey is far from linear. You'll encounter uncertainties, setbacks, and triumphs. So, how do you navigate this journey? This is where Sandeep Chennakeshu comes in.As the former CTO of Ericsson and President of Blackberry, Sandeep has spent over three decades leading teams across fourteen countries, pioneering products in wireless, semiconductors, and mission-critical software. His experience has given him practical insights on how to transform organizations for long-term success. In this podcast we talk about: - the different stages of the leadership journey and how to embrace them as they come- Finding a balance between your strategy and culture. - The biggest challenge of adjusting to leading outside your comfort zone- and the “curse” of being a CEO. Find the principles he discussed outlined in his new book: "Your Company Is Your Castle", to help transform businesses for sustainable growth and profitability: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Company-Castle-Building-Resilient/dp/1957616040

In this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Anthony is joined by Douglas Cole to discuss the latest and most effective sales techniques for 2023, The key challenges that sales professionals face in the new attention economy, including opening and closing deals with clients juggling multiple priorities and seemingly limited resources. We also examine the best strategies for influencing corporate buyers. Whether you're a seasoned sales professional or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you succeed in the dynamic and ever-changing world of salesDouglas Cole is an accomplished Enterprise Sales Leader currently serving at LinkedIn Sales Solutions. He is also the esteemed author of "The Sales MBA: How to Influence Corporate Buyers". In addition to his sales leadership role, he actively contributes to internal education at LinkedIn by serving as a distinguished faculty member of LinkedIn's Data-Driven University (DDU) and spearheading the development of professional development programs in partnership with institutional stakeholders.#In this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Anthony is joined by Douglas Cole to discuss the latest and most effective sales techniques for 2023, The key challenges that sales professionals face in the new attention economy, including opening and closing deals with clients juggling multiple priorities and seemingly limited resources. We also examine the best strategies for influencing corporate buyers. Whether you're a seasoned sales professional or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you succeed in the dynamic and ever-changing world of salesDouglas Cole is an accomplished Enterprise Sales Leader currently serving at LinkedIn Sales Solutions. He is also the esteemed author of "The Sales MBA: How to Influence Corporate Buyers". In addition to his sales leadership role, he actively contributes to internal education at LinkedIn by serving as a distinguished faculty member of LinkedIn's Data-Driven University (DDU) and spearheading the development of professional development programs in partnership with institutional stakeholders.#Leadershiplessons #salestips #SaaSsalesWork with us: Are you looking for someone to help support your organization in building a high-performing team: https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Looking for a sample agenda for your strategic planning offsite? https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/sample-strategic-planning-agenda// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-facilitator► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/

Strategy and Leadership Podcast Ep. #211In this episode of the Strategy and Leadership podcast, We talk to Nick Donofrio. He joins us to talk about his lessons learned in leadership from 44 years of leadership at IBM, What to do as a leader while the speed of technological change and digital transformation seems overwhelming, Where to invest your time, and prioritize what areas to improve during uncertain times, and shares some time- tested wisdom on approaching team building and layoffs as a leader.Nick Donofrio is a 44-year IBM veteran who led IBM’s technology and innovation strategies from 1997 until his retirement in October 2008. He also was vice chairman of the IBM International Foundation and chairman of the Board of Governors for the IBM Academy of Technology.Nick is the co-author of the book “If Nothing Changes, Nothing Changes”. Where he explains how he led IBM’s global technical team to embrace market-centric, focus redefining innovation and sparking worldwide collaboration.Get his book here: https://www.amazon.com/If-Nothing-Changes-Donofrio-Story-ebook/dp/B0B178D91G► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

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Strategy and Leadership Podcast Ep. 210In this episode of the strategy and leadership podcast, Martin Birch joins us to discuss, Leadership lessons he's learned from managing a technology business through the pandemic, his approach to talent retention in 2023, and how tech leaders can ensure they get strategy buy-in from their remote and hybrid teams.Martin Birch is the CEO and President of IBML, a company that makes scanning and data capture software that helps you get useful information from even the most complicated documents and speed it up so it can be used right away in business applications.Learn more about our approach:https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-planning-consultant-strategy-facilitatorClick here to see how we've helped organizations across North America with their strategy execution: https://clutch.co/profile/sme-strategy-consulting#summary ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Read our blog on Strategy and Leadership: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Tim joins us in this episode of the strategy and leadership podcast to discuss the disconnect between many organizations' digital transformation objectives and the reality of their strategy implementation, Why you should make proactive rather than reactive digital investments (External pressure or losing market share) and how to successfully link your digital transformation plans with your strategy implementation plans.Tim Bottke is a Senior Strategy Partner at Deloitte and the author of the recently released book Digital Transformation Payday: Navigate the Hype, Lower the Risks, Increase Return on Investments. Tim is also an Associate Professor of Strategy and Digital Transformation at SDA Bocconi, one of the top business schools in the world.Check out his book here: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0BPF7RT7J/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Read our blog on Strategy and Leadership: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.108:Loren Martinez joins us to discuss his approach to training and development, their giving back initiative (called Scoop for Scoop), how strategic planning has helped his organization, and much more. Loren Martinez is Director of Operations at Little Man Ice Cream, having overseen the growth and development of new retail locations and production a facility. Be sure to visit a Little Man Ice Cream location in Denver, Colorado Springs, or Fort Collins, Colorado. Learn more about their brands at https://www.littlemanicecream.com/.► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1➡ Read our blog on Strategy and Leadership: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

In this episode, Kathleen joins us to discuss the importance of crafting a mission statement that aligns your entire organization, how to build high-performing teams, and how her non-profit organization benefited from following SME Strategy's Aligned Strategy Development process.Kathleen Clark is a VP and Chief Strategy Officer at Alternatives Federal Credit Union, a regional Community Development Credit Union (CDCU), and a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). On a mission to build wealth and create economic opportunity for underserved people and communities.

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.206John Bromley joins us to discuss the early stages of building Charitable Impact, why less people are donating money in 2022, being a leader in the charity sector, and much more. John Bromley is Founder and CEO of Charitable Impact, helping people and organizations become more charitable. Founded in 2011, Charitable Impact is like an online bank account for charitable giving.Learn more about Charitable Impact and the work they're doing: https://www.charitableimpact.com/► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.205:Paul Magnone, Christopher Frank & Oded Netzer join us for this episode to discuss how their new book (Decisions Over Decimals) came about, making data driven decisions as a leader, the different ways data can by manipulated, why the perfect decision doesn't exist, and much more.Paul, Christopher and Oded are the authors of Decisions Over Decimals: Striking the Balance Between Intuition & Information. Paul is Head of Global Strategic Alliances at Google, Christopher is a VP at American Express, and Oded is a Professor of Business at Columbia Business School.Be sure to check out Decisions Over Decimals: https://www.dodthebook.com/#datadriven #leadership #decisionmakingskills ► Subscribe to our channel for weekly videos on strategy & leadership: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOHLNRrpk3rGUdg7qUQjiog/?sub_confirmation=1// Connect with us:► Contact us: https://www.smestrategy.net/contact► Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyctaylor604/// About SME STRATEGY CONSULTING: SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. ► Work with us: Are you looking for someone to facilitate your strategic planning process? https://www.smestrategy.net/strategic-alignment-program► Check out our Strategy & Leadership Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yND4JKofh64gcvyvcLMqW► Check out our online course on how to successfully lead your next strategic planning process: https://courses.smestrategy.net/courses/Aligned-strategy-course

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.204

Michael Leiter joins us to discuss the journey of co-authoring a book on banishing burnout, why burnout is more common in 2022, the role of leaders and owners in combatting burnout, and much more.

Michael Leiter is Adjunct Professor at Acadia University and an Honorary Professor of Organisational Psychology at Deakin University. He's also the co-author of Banishing Burnout: Six Strategies for Improving Your Relationship with Work.

Michaels new book is The Burnout Challenge: Managing People’s Relationships with Their Jobs: https://a.co/d/64bPFqZ

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Strategy and Leadership Podcast #203

Bill Hall is President of Simulation Studios where he specializes in developing and delivering business simulation-based executive development and accelerated strategy adoption to fortune 500 companies globally. Bill spent over 10 years at Apple. There, he worked with the executive team including Steve Jobs on keynote presentations and on products such as the iMac, and OS X. He’s a five-time Apple MVP and a Golden Apple award winner.

In this episode, Bill discusses the complexities of strategy execution, and how leadership may effectively guide their team through the strategy implementation process. What, why, and how organizations might actually employ simulations to promote team growth and accelerate corporate change.

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In this episode, Oscar discusses all things Leadership and Communication: How to improve your listening as a leader, Listening to what wasn’t said vs what was said, Which code phrases should you watch for to understand the motivations of your stakeholders? And much more.

Oscar Trimboli is a mentor, coach, public speaker, and author. He is the author of Deep Listening: Impact Beyond Words. For nearly a decade, he was a director at Microsoft, where he oversaw the MS Office division in Australia. Today, he consults with leadership teams and their businesses on the significance of clarity in effecting change, how to embrace the digital economy, and the role values play in achieving your purpose.

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In this episode, Jay talks about how, despite his organization's success, he went about rediscovering its purpose while putting its mission, vision, and values at the forefront of all it did. Team members departing because of change, candid conversations with his leadership team, and His concept of self-imposed expiration dates, asking himself and his leadership team if meetings and processes still serve the company's mission and values, enabling his leadership team and organization to constantly evaluate and react to change in an ever-changing business world.   Jay Bousada is the CEO and founder of one of the most popular digital accelerators in North America, Thrillworks. Jay's first job was as an engineer, where he learned how much he liked solving problems that other people had gotten used to. His passion for pushing what's been done and his interest in digital experiences inspired him to start Thrillworks and remain the company's driving force.

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In this episode, Anthony talks about his journey so far through 13 years of strategy facilitations, building the SME Strategy Team, and getting to 200 Podcast episodes. He talks about what he's learned about leadership and strategy from some of the world's best CEOs, as well as what makes them great and how they implement their organization's strategic plan.

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.199:

Orrin Klopper joins us to discuss growing Netsurit to 300+ people, what to do when the sales growth slows down, being a 'transparent meritocracy', and more.

Orrin Klopper is the CEO of Netsurit, an IT services and consulting firm that he started 24 years ago, which supports the dreams of doers.

For a business automation assessment, text Orrin at 917-517-7763. Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/orrinklop...

Joe Keeley is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of JustiFi Technologies, a venture-backed fintech company that helps vertical SaaS platforms grow multiple streams of income and cut costs by giving them payment and embedded fintech solutions.

Prior to JustiFi, Joe founded and grew College Nannies, Sitters & Tutors (CNST), the nation’s largest resource for customized nanny sitters, and tutoring services. Joe is passionate about building revolutionary companies and encouraging the growth of education, the arts, and entrepreneurship.

In this episode, Joe talks about his strategic planning process as a CEO, the trends he sees in the global business landscape for expanding into global markets, his outlook on Web3, and the most important questions he poses to his leadership team.

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.196:

Brad Harris joins us to discuss the major trends in the world of management, empowering the workforce to be adaptable, management lessons from basketball, three pieces of leadership advice for the next 9-months, and more.

With a passion for helping people grow, Brad Harris, PhD is a Professor of Management and Human Resources at HEC Paris. He's also the Co-founder of the People Leader Accelerator, the premier executive development program for HR leaders.

Be sure to check out Brad's book, Scaling for Success: People Priorities for High-Growth Organizations: cup.columbia.edu/book/scaling-for…ss/9780231194440

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management #leadershippodcast #hrmanagement

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On this episode of the #Strategy and #Leadership Podcast, Dave Dickman joins us to discuss his guiding principles for building a company in a growing industry, how to manage a multigenerational team, what is the "United Nations effect" in global product development, and much more.

Dave Dickman is a seasoned media executive who has held senior positions in a variety of media and technology organizations, including Apple, Disney, Yahoo, and Warner Bros. He is currently the CEO of Tagger Media, a comprehensive Influencer Marketing platform that provides agencies, brands, and media firms with best-in-class solutions.

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On this episode of the #Strategy and #Leadership Podcast, David Fields joins us to discuss some of his most important tips for customer development, the importance of framing a value-over-cost mindset, and the significance of putting your client first.

David A. Fields worked in marketing for GlaxoSmithKline for nine years before joining a boutique consulting business as a partner. He later co-founded Ascendant Consulting, which specialized in assisting huge firms in entering new markets. He has also written two books on consulting.

Check out David's website : www.davidafields.com.

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.193:

Cristobal Alonso joins us to discuss the key patterns of successful leaders and companies, the evolution of communication in leadership, how he makes key investment decisions, the startup environment in Europe, and much more.

Cristobal Alonso is the CEO of Startup Wise Guys, an accelerator program that helps tech founders become successful entrepreneurs and build great companies. He's also co-author of Perform: The Unsexy Truth of (Startup) Success.

Connect with Cristobal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristobalalonso/

Learn more about Startup Wise Guys: https://startupwiseguys.com/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.193:

Steve Hoffman (AKA Captain Hoff) joins us to discuss the biggest mistake founders make, the struggle of investing in growth vs. product, current trends in venture capital, how to fuel your next growth stage, and much more.

Steve Hoffman is the Founder & Chairman of Founders Space, a global innovation hub for entrepreneurs, corporations, and investors. He's also the author of several books including Surviving a Startup: Practical Strategies for Starting a Business, Overcoming Obstacles, and Coming Out on Top.

To connect with Steve, search for 'Captain Hoff' on any of the social networks.

Learn more about Founders Space: https://www.foundersspace.com/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.191:

On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Willy Walker joins us to discuss, The value of diverse and unconventional career paths for leaders, how to build a great senior management team, how to foster trust as a CEO, and much more.

Willy Walker, chairman, and CEO of Walker & Dunlop, one of the largest commercial real estate financing companies in the US. Under Mr. Walker’s leadership, Walker & Dunlop has evolved from a small, family-owned business to one of the largest commercial real estate finance companies in the U.S. In its first ten years as a public company, Walker & Dunlop's shares grew over 800%. The firm was #17 on Fortune's 2017 "Fastest Growing Public Companies".

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.190:

Michael Yinger joins us to discuss why he uses a more open management style, getting the most out of high-impact team members, the future of talent attraction, and much more.

Michael Yinger is the COO and Co-Founder at Resume Sieve, an intuitive candidate evaluation platform that fast-tracks resume assessment. Previously, Michael held several roles in operations, recruitment, service delivery and strategy.

Learn more about Resume Sieve's AI-powered candidate evaluation platform: https://resumesieve.com/

talentacquisition #leadershippodcast #talentmanagement

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Katie Klumper joins us to discuss how talent retention and organizational redesign are affecting CMOs, why CMOs are getting more of a seat at the table, uniting the CMO community, her big learning moments, and more.

Katie Klumper is founder & CEO of Black Glass Consulting, a CMO-centric consulting firm. Previously, she was a Partner at Deloitte, President of digital agency KBS, and led CMO Transition Labs and CMO Academies.

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Corey White joins us to discuss the evolution of cyber security in business, why the cyber security industry isn't trying to stop cyber attacks, managing the risk of cyber attacks, why he loves meditation, and much more.

Corey White is the Chief Executive & Experience Officer at Cyvatar, technology-enabled cyber security as a service provider for startups and SMBs. Previously, he was the CEO of Cylance, which BlackBerry acquired for $1.5 billion.

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On this episode of the #Strategy and #Leadership Podcast, Gerald Leonard joins us to discuss how to create a symphonic business culture in which everyone plays an active role in your organization, How to use technology and data to improve your decision-making, and how to build a more productive, transparent, and communicative workforce.

Gerald Leonard is the CEO of Principles of Execution LLC, a strategic project portfolio management, culture change, and IT consulting firm with over 20 years of expertise working with federal and state governments and sizeable multinational corporations. He is also an international Keynote Bassist and the author of “Culture Is The Bass: 7 Steps to Creating High Performing Teams,” one of Entrepreneur magazine's “Top 15 Books on Business Culture That You Need to Read Today,". His programs integrate music, productivity, workplace culture, and neuroscience.

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On this episode of the #Strategy and #Leadership Podcast, David Perry joins us to talk about how your company can leverage gamification principles to delight customers, hedging risk through long-term strategic partnerships, and sharing his story from making video games to selling his cloud gaming service to Sony.

David Perry is the CEO of Carro, Shopify's largest cross-selling sales platform for major brands, influencers, and publications. He has worked in the video game industry for over 30 years and has created games such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Matrix, The Terminator, and Aladdin. After selling his last company to Sony PlayStation for almost $380 million, he was interested in switching from video games to eCommerce. More than 30,000 brands use Carro (providing them with technologies to sell more by working together as a network).

Learn how Carro is revolutionizing how brands partner with influencers here: https://www.getcarro.com/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.186:

Panos Soizos joins us from Cyprus to discuss the intersection between learning and tech, the challenges of leading 120 people, adapting for the future, & much more.

Panos Soizos is the Co-founder and CEO of LearnWorlds, the all-in-one platform for creating, promoting & selling online courses. With a PhD in Educational Technology, Panos has a long history in the E-learning space, having built his first platform back in 2000. He also worked in the private sector in the software business, and as a policy advisor in the European Parliament.

Learn more about LearnWorlds, and how you can create and sell online courses from your own website: https://www.learnworlds.com/

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On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Martin joins us to discuss, Why having a singular focus as a CEO is vital if you want your company to grow, Using Operational Excellence to Increase Customer Value, and how organizations can balance decision-making and systems to quickly respond to shifting demands and opportunities. 

Martin Hunter is the Managing Partner at URGEO, an Integration Management Office that helps businesses scale, helping them build their processes, and free up time for CEOs and their leadership teams. With over 25 years of combined entrepreneurial, operational, and corporate experience, Martin is known for his problem-solving abilities and relentless determination.

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.184

On this episode, Stanley Bergman joins us to share what he's learned about leadership while heading an $11 billion dollar company, the misconceptions of innovation, his advice for young leaders, and more.

Stanley Bergman is the Chairman of the Board and CEO at Henry Schein, a large medical equipment manufacturing company. Having spent 42 years at Henry Schein, Stanley was first VP, Finance & Administration, and CFO before becoming CEO.

To learn more about the work Henry Schein is doing, visit their website: https://www.henryschein.ca/

leadershiplessons #leadershippodcast

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Jeremy Parker is the Co-founder and CEO of (Swag.com), an eCommerce platform for companies to buy high-quality promotional products that people will actually want to keep. He works with 1,000s of companies including Facebook, WeWork, Google, Amazon, Netflix, Spotify and Tik Tok. Jeremy was also named to Crain's NY 40 under 40 (Class of 2020).  

On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Jeremy Joins us to discuss, The importance of leveraging customer feedback into developing a better user experience, what he’s learned about hiring A+ talent, and describes how an early business idea he had piqued the interest of Mark Cuban.

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On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Jeremy Joins us to discuss, The importance of leveraging customer feedback into developing a better user experience, what he’s learned about hiring A+ talent, and recounts how a business idea he had caught the attention of Mark Cuban.

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.182:

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Teresa Mitrovic joins us to discuss creating a respectful and trusting work environment, How leaders can best balance the "individual" with the team's performance, and how to create a culture where people feel free to express their opinions, offer suggestions, be genuine and act without fear.

Teresa Mitrovic is the founder of the ORO Collective, an author, coach, and consultant who teaches leaders how to build performance while enabling psychological safety and trust. Before retraining as an Executive & Corporate Coach, she had a leadership career spanning two decades working for Hasbro, The Walt Disney Company, and Universal Pictures among others.

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Teresa's book: "The Currency of Connection" is available here - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0881F211G/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vapi_tkin_p1_i0

organizationalchange #businesstransformation #psychologicalsafety

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.181:

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Rodney Evans joins us to discuss strategies traditional organizations can use to modernize their workplaces, How leaders can best balance results and individual needs, and practices to implement to give your employees agency in their roles.

Rodney Evans is a leadership coach, organization designer, and podcast host at The Ready. She has 20+ years as an adaptive organization designer working with numerous organizations such as Macy’s, Johnson & Johnson, Airbnb, and GE, helping them confront outdated norms and redesign their organizational structures to actually serve those who work there.

futureofwork #organizationalchange #businessstrategy

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On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Dr.Debbie Sutherland joins us to discuss five behavior strategies to build an "Ambiguity Mindset" in unfamiliar scenarios, The importance of department interconnectedness in decision making, How to implement a new strategy without disrupting your organization and much more!

Debbie Sutherland is the Chief People Officer at Shory, an Insurance startup based in the UAE. She is an academic executive with over 20 years of global work experience helping organizations in Canada, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East, to establish their ideal organizational structure, culture, and people-centered initiatives to help leaders succeed at work. She is also an author and a certified executive coach.

Check out Dr. Sutherland's book, "The Business of Ambiguity" by visiting her website: https://www.behaviorsinbusiness.com/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.179:

Jay Gold man joins us to discuss tips for executing an IT transformation, the different types of business transformation (& why most fail), why business decisions shouldn't always be made by those at the top, and more.

Jay Goldman is Co-Founder and CEO of Sensei Labs, a Toronto-based SaaS business helping organizations and their partners unlock their full potential through work orchestration. Jay is also an Official Member of the Forbes Technology Council, and co-author of The Decoded Company: Know Your Talent Better Than You Know Your Customers.

Learn more about Sensai Labs and their work: https://www.senseilabs.com/

Be sure to check out Jay's book, The Decoded Company: https://www.amazon.ca/Decoded-Company-Talent-Better-Customers/dp/1591847141

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The Decoded Company: Know Your Talent Better Than You Know Your Customers

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.178:

Donna Loughlin joins us to discuss why PR is so critical for all organizations (not just tech), the value of storytelling, finding the right level of transparency for your business, being a truly good listener, and much more.

For 20 years now, Donna Loughlin has been the Founder & President of LMGPR, an award-winning PR agency focused on emerging tech. Prior to that, she worked with several Silicon Valley companies, taking them from "zero to market heroes".

Be sure to check out Donna's podcast, Before it Happened: https://www.beforeithappened.com/

Donna's PR agency, LMGPR: https://www.lmgpr.com/

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Lucas Martínez is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Talent.com, a job search platform based in Montreal, that aims to connect the world to work. Before founding Talent.com, he worked as a business consultant in Europe and B2B sales in the Middle East.

He has spent the last ten years growing the business from a small start-up to the global $150M enterprise it is today, with over 500 employees, and 30 million jobs available in more than 75 countries.

Lucas joins us to discuss the obstacles of being a Co-CEO, establishing a worldwide firm in a crowded sector, being based in Montréal but aiming for the world, and much more!

Dr. Martha Saunders is President of the University of West Florida, located in Pensacola.

In this video, Martha explains what happens if you don't communicate your strategic plan properly, the challenges facing universities, putting employees in a position to succeed, and much more!

To learn more about the programs at UWF, check out their website: https://uwf.edu/

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Andrew Bartlow joins us to discuss making a plan for recruitment, his talent management advice for senior leaders, current trends in the talent market, & more!

Andrew Bartlow is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of the People Leader Accelerator, an executive development program designed to help HR leaders propel their organizations forward. He's also Founder and Managing Partner of Series B Consulting where he helps organizations design management processes. Previously, Andrew held several leadership positions at companies like Diamond Foods, Wells Fargo, and Washington Mutual.

Learn more about the People Leader Accelerator: https://www.peopleleaderaccelerator.com/

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If you're an HR leaders, check out this peer group: https://www.startupexperts.us/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.174

Thad Price joins us to discuss adapting your talent management and recruitment process, his three keys to building a successful company, the future of talent acquisition

Thad Price is the CEO of Talroo, a job advertising solution that helps businesses like Uber, McDonald’s, and UPS reach and hire their essential workforces. Previously, Thad held roles like VP of Product, COO, and VP of Business Development.

To connect with Thad and learn more about his thoughts on talent acquisition, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thad-price-2368b/

Learn more about Talroo: https://www.talroo.com/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.173:

Tom McMakin & Jacob Parks are from the Profitable Ideas Exchange, a company committed to creating communities for consultants and senior executives to understand, connect, and collaborate. Tom is CEO of and Jacob is Managing Director/COO.

The two are also co-authors of Never Say Sell: How the World's Best Consulting and Professional Services Firms Expand Client Relationships: https://www.profitableideas.com/neversaysell/

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Tom & Jacob join us to discuss the major challenges facing consultants and executives right now, the power of networking for advanced problem solving, selling products vs. expertise, and more.

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Tara Rethore is an advisor, global executive coach, and CEO of Strategy for Real. She's also the author of Charting the Course: CEO Tools to Align Strategy and Operations, which you can get right here: https://www.strategy4real.com/book

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Tara joins us for her second time on the show to discuss how the business environment has changed since our last conversation over a year ago, aligning strategy and operations, returning to the office, creating space for conversations, and more.

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.171:

Robert Overweg is the Founder of Adaptable Mindset, a program that helps people and organizations discover new perspectives. He's also the Innovation Catalyst at Triple, a full-service digital agency based out of Holland. Before spending the last decade in larger organizations, Robert was a graphic design artist.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Robert joins us to discuss why people resist innovation, creating mental space for yourself to be creative, how the pandemic helped spark our imagination, how social media kills creativity, and more.

To learn more about Robert's work at Adaptable Mindset, visit their website: https://www.adaptablemindset.com/

InnovationCatalyst #BeingCreative #CorporateInnovation

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Arthur Woods is the Co-founder of Mathison, the first all-inclusive technology platform for diversity hiring and retention. He's also the author of Hiring for Diversity. Previously, Arthur worked at Google where he led operations for YouTube’s Education division and oversaw YouTube for Schools.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Arthur joins us to discuss leveraging technology in HR, how to hire inclusively, reasons why leaders opt out of #DEI initiatives, his big learning moments, and more.

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.169:

Brittany Burns is the CEO of Simpler Trading, the market leader in interactive financial trading education. A former attorney, Brittany held previous roles in corporate development, strategic communications, and compliance before joining Simpler Trading.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Brittany joins us to discuss how her legal background has helped her as CEO, leading in a heavily regulated industry, balancing transparent communication with risk mitigation, and more.

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.168:

Sunny Han is the founder and CEO of Fulcrum - a SaaS platform allowing small and mid-sized manufacturers to improve efficiency through workflow optimization and automated data collection.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Sunny joins us to discuss the lessons learned as a SaaS founder, fostering a collaborative and transparent work culture, challenges the manufacturing industry is facing, and more.

Check out Fulcrum and view a demo of the product: https://fulcrumpro.com/

To get in touch with Sunny, send him an email at sunny@fulcrumpro.com

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast 167:

Dr. Rohini Anand is a strategic DEI advisor, board member, and author of Leading Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Previously, she spent 17 years leading corporate responsibility and DEI as SVP at Sodexo.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Dr. Rohini Anand joins us to discuss leading DEI in different countries, leveraging local change agents, 5 key principles for leading DEI, and much more. #DEI #GlobalDEI #DiversityandInclusion

Check out Dr. Anand's book, Leading Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by visiting her website: https://www.rohinianand.com/pre-orders

Strategy & Leadership Podcast Ep.166:

Jennifer Smith is the CEO & Co-founder of Scribe, a software company that helps organization analyze, optimize, their standardize processes. Previously, Jennifer held positions at Greylock Partners and McKinsey.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Jennifer joins us to discuss how Scribe helps organizations, lessons learned from consulting and VC, the different stages of company growth, & much more. #InternalProcesses #FutureofWork #Productivity

To learn more about Scribe, try the product for free, and check out their available roles: https://scribehow.com/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast 165:

Andrew Freedman is a leadership, culture, & change management specialist, and the Managing Partner of SHIFT Consulting. He's also the best-selling author of THRIVE: The Leader's Guide to Building a High Performance Culture: https://thrive.shiftthework.com/

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Andrew joins us (for the 2nd time) to discuss what you can do about burnout, the recipe for a high-performance culture, & much more. #Burnout #CompanyCulture #HighPerformanceCulture

Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afreedmanthrive/

Questions for Designing a High-Performance Work : https://501404.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/501404/Organizational%20Alignment%20Indicators%20(1).pdf

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast 164:

Martine Kalaw is a DEI consultant, trainer & author. Previously, Martine held Training & Development roles in the corporate world with companies like Macy's, Xaxis, & Walmart.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Martine joins us to discuss management development with a DEI lens, viewing DEI as a business imperative, developing long term change, & more. #DEI #ManagementDevelopment #DEITraining

Visit Martine's website to learn more about her work & sign up for her May 11 DEI masterclass: https://martinekalaw.com/

Check out Martine's book, ABCs of Diversity: A Manager’s Guide To Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion In The New Workplace: https://martinekalaw.com/book/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast 163

Evan Sohn is a senior executive with 25+ years of experience in eCommerce at Fortune 500 and start-up environments. He's currently the CEO of Recruiter.com, a hiring platform for the world’s largest network of recruiters. He's also the long-time VP of the Sohn Conference Foundation, dedicated to the treatment and cure of pediatric cancer and related childhood diseases.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, John joins us to discuss his priorities as CEO of a public company, raising $100 million for pediatric cancer research, the next big challenge for businesses, & more.

TalentAcquisition #TalentRetention #LeadershipPodcast

Are you an employer or recruiter needing help with hiring? Check out their website: https://www.recruiter.com/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast 162:

Scott Ritzheimer is the CEO of Scale Architects, where he helps scale and sustain organizational success using the Predictable Success framework. Recently, Scott sold his ownership in StartCHURCH that he helped grow to 60 employees as CEO.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Scott joins us to discuss valuable lessons for scaling, key distinctions between non-profits & for-profits, the benefits of different leadership styles, & more. #ScaleUp #NonProfit #LeadershipStyles

Learn more about Scale Architects & download their free assessments: https://www.scalearchitects.com/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast 161:

LaTonya Wilkins is the founder of Change Coaches, where she provides large scale coaching, speaking and advising services for organizations around culture, leadership and diversity, equity and inclusion.

Before she started coaching and teaching, LaTonya held several positions in the corporate world at companies like JLL, Abbott Labs, AbbVie, & GE.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, LaTonya joins us to discuss the value of belonging, creating psychological safety at work, culture fit vs. culture add, & more. #PsychologicalSafety #CultureAdd #PsychologicalSafetyatWork

Be sure to check out LaTonya's book, Leading Below the Surface: How to Build Real (and Psychologically Safe) Relationships with People Who Are Different from You: https://latonyawilkins.com/leading-below-the-surface/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast 160:

Brian Hartzer is a Senior Advisor at various organizations, and the author of The Leadership Star: A Practical Guide to Building Engagement. Previously, Brian was CEO of the Westpac Group and CEO - Australia of ANZ.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Brian joins us to discuss balancing the day-to-day with strategic work, the 5 C's leadership framework, managing expectations leading a large team, & more. #LeadershipFramework #LeadershipLessons #Leadership

Be sure to check out Brian's book, The Leadership Star: A Practical Guide to Building Engagement: https://www.theleadershipstar.com/

Connect with Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianhartzer/

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast 159:

Kison Patel is the Founder & CEO of M&A Science, the world’s first community resource for M&A tips, techniques, and strategies. He's also the Founder & CEO of DealRoom, a M&A lifecycle management platform.

On this new episode, Kison joins us to discuss everything mergers and acquisitions: what leaders need to know, aligning two different cultures, common M&A mistakes, post merger integration tips, & more!

To learn more about M&A Science and access their podcast, courses and other resources, head over to their website: https://www.mascience.com/

Also, be sure to check out Kison's book, M&A Science: Proven Techniques to Close Deals Faster & Maximize Value: https://www.agilema.com/agile-m-a-book

M&A #MergersandAcquisitions #PostMergerIntegration

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Strategy & #Leadership Podcast #158:

Myles Anderson is the Founder & CEO of BrightLocal, a marketing company focused on local search, that he bootstrapped to over 200 employees today. Previously, Myles held several business development roles.

On this new episode, Myles joins us to discuss the lessons learned bootstrapping his business to 200+ people, the importance of giving your people the room to contribute, managing a team in Ukraine during the Russian invasion, & more. #BootstrappingaBusiness #GrowingaBusiness

To learn more about BrightLocal, head to their website and check out their free academy for succeeding in local search marketing: https://www.brightlocal.com/

Consider supporting the people of Ukraine by making a donation with an organization like the Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/about-us/news-and-events/news/2022/ukraine-red-cross-delivers-aid-to-families.html

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Strategy & Leadership Podcast #157:

Ben Marcovitz is the CEO of Collegiate Academies and the Founder/CEO of the Rise Institute, where he consults with leaders to develop breakthrough performance in their employees. Previously, Ben founded a school district and was successful improving the performance of kids struggling academically. #TeamDevelopment #PerformanceImprovement

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Ben joins us to discuss how performance follows identity, keeping your approval accessible, the value of a #GrowthMindset, & more.

Learn more about Ben's work on his website, and be sure to fill out the quiz to receive your own team development tips: https://benmarcovitz.com/quiz/

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After a successful exit from the commercial landscaping business he started and scaled, Robert Clinkenbeard went on to start the Radix Group, where he coaches business leaders on scaling up and growth. He's also a 4-time Ironman, author, and the host of a podcast called The Commercial Landscaper. #ScalingUp #IronmanMindset #BusinessGrowth

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Robert joins us to discuss the keys to scaling your business, why leaders need to develop an Ironman mindset, & more.

Check out Robert's book, Ironman Mindset for Entrepreneurs: https://www.amazon.com/Ironman-Mindset-Entrepreneurs-Robert-Clinkenbeard-ebook/dp/B07PJWP53R

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Ironman Mindset for Entrepreneurs

Michael MacDonald is a former scholarship player at Rutgers’ high-level Division I basketball program who turned into a highly successful executive at Xerox, and then chairman and CEO of Medifast.

In his new memoir From the Bench to the Boardroom, Michael details his journey and lifetime of learning: https://www.amazon.ca/Bench-Boardroom-Journey-Underdog-Turnaround-ebook/dp/B091JH42FX

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From the Bench to the Boardroom: My Journey from Underdog Athlete to Turnaround CEO

Ryan Kugler is the owner of #MultipleBusinesses - a distribution business, a nation-wide event company, and a specialized marketing company.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Ryan joins us to discuss staying aligned and leading a team while running three companies, where his success in business comes from, getting into business accidentally, & more. #BusinessOwnership

Learn more about Ryan's distribution business, A Plan B: https://aplanb.com/

Planning an event in the United States? Check out Ryan's event company: https://a5events.com/

Looking for specialized marketing material? Check out Ryan's marketing business, Ideal Content: https://idealcontent.com/

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Sanjiv Augustine is the CEO at LitheSpeed, an Executive Consultant, and the author of From PMO to VMO: Managing for Value Delivery.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Sanjiv joins us to discuss what agile management is and isn't, how to become more agile as a business, building a foundation of communication, & more. #AgileManagement #BusinessAgility

Learn more about LitheSpeed and how they support business agility: https://lithespeed.com/

Check out the book Sanjiv has co-authored, From PMO to VMO: Managing for Value Delivery: https://www.amazon.ca/PMO-VMO-Managing-Value-Delivery/dp/1523091363

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Mo Hamzian is the CEO of VEL, the premium technologically forward work café for the 21st Century, helping people transition to a new flexible era of work. #FutureWorkplace

He's also a Sloan Fellow, a mentor at the London Business School, an investor, a founder of several organizations, and a policy advisor at a DEI think tank, with business experience around the world.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Mo joins us to discuss how entrepreneurship isn't glamorous, creating the 'lovechild of Starbucks and We Work', the downsides of coworking and coffee shops, creating a culture of excellence, and more.

Learn more about VEL and their new work café's coming soon: https://www.myvel.com/

Connect with Mo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohamzian/

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Michael Tanner is the founder of Credible Leaders, where he works with businesses on team development and leadership coaching. He's also the VP of Research & Development at Automated Logic, a building automation and control systems company.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Michael joins us to discuss his definition of leadership, the need for leadership credibility, measuring #LeadershipEffectiveness, & more. #MeasureLeadership #CredibleLeaders

Learn more about Credible Leaders and calculate your leadership effectiveness score: https://www.credibleleaders.com/

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David Lucatch is the CEO, President and Chair at Liquid Avatar Technologies, a company that focuses on developing digital identity technologies. Starting his career in the mid-80’s as an early Internet adopter, David has spent more than 35 years inventing technology and business solutions.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, David joins us to discuss focusing on the future of tech, his approach to retaining talent, addressing unknowns and uncertainty, moving faster than regulation, & more.

Learn more about Liquid Avatar Technologies and get in touch by visiting: https://liquidavatartechnologies.com/

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Andy Binns is the Co-founder and Director at Change Logic, working with clients that are ideating, incubating, and scaling new businesses inside existing organizations. He's also the author of Corporate Explorer: How Corporations Beat Startups at the Innovation Game: https://thecorporateexplorer.com/book

He's also an Executive Board Member at Fast Company and an Executive Fellow at the Drucker School of Management.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Andy joins us to discuss corporate explorers - who they are, what they do, and how to become one. He also poses an important question near the end: What's the scale of your ambition?

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Jared Karol is a facilitator of difficult conversations at Translator, Inc., an inclusive leadership coach, and the author of A White Guy Confronting Racism: An Invitation to Reflect and Act.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Jared joins us to discuss growing up with privilege, his approach to #DEITraining, why these #ToughConversations are so necessary, & more.

Be sure to check out Jared's book, A White Guy Confronting Racism: An Invitation to Reflect and Act: https://www.awhiteguyconfrontingracism.com/

To learn more about Jared's DEI work or to request him as a speaker, head over to his website: https://jaredkarol.com/

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Ralf Specht is on a mission to make soul-less companies a thing of the past. He's also the author of Building Corporate Soul. Formerly, he was the CEO of Spark44, a global advertising agency, and Managing Director at McCann Erickson.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Ralf joins us to discuss creating an environment where people do their best, developing your company soul, a company with a really strong purpose, & more.

Check out Ralf's book, Building Corporate Soul: Powering Culture & Success with the Soul System: https://www.amazon.com/Building-Corporate-Soul-Powering-SystemTM/dp/1639080023

To learn more about Ralf's work, head over to his website: https://buildingcorporatesoul.com/

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Building Corporate Soul: Powering Culture & Success with the Soul System™

Mike Lalor is the Chief Medical Officer at Trellis Supportive Care. As a seasoned executive level leader and a medical doctor, Mike brings a unique set of experience to the table.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Mike joins us to discuss a #CommunicationFramework for delivering bad news, leading people at the top of their field, communicating with different levels of experience, & more.

To get ahold of Mike, connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-j-lalor-md/

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Darin Dawson is the President & Co-founder of BombBomb, a video #Communication tool helping organizations rehumanize their communication.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Darin joins us to discuss what he learned growing the product, the importance of #HumanCenteredCommunication, how to re-think #VirtualMeetings using video & more.

Connect with Darin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darin-dawson-6a62351/

To learn more about BombBomb and their work, head to their website & be sure to check out their most recent book, Human Centered Communication: https://bombbomb.com/book/

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Richard Newman is the Founder & CEO of UK Body Talk, a 22-year old training company focused on the psychology of communication. He's also the author of You Were Born To Speak, which you can find here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/191645920X

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Richard joins us to discuss how to elevate your audience, adjusting your internal state, developing listening skills, & more.

To learn more about UK Body Talk, head over to their website: https://ukbodytalk.com/

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You Were Born to Speak

Annissa Deshpande is the Founder & Principal of loglab, where she provides advisory & fractional Chief People Officer services to businesses looking to modernize their #HR. She's also the author of The Comeback: A Modern HR Novel: https://www.amazon.ca/Comeback-Modern-HR-Novel-ebook/dp/B0939LZ98S

Prior to starting her business, Annissa held senior leadership positions at AECOM & Indymac Bank.

Be sure to check out Annissa's company, loglab - helping businesses modernize their HR: https://www.theloglab.net/

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The Comeback: A Modern HR Novel

Ken Falke is a retired US Navy member and Chairman of the Boulder Crest Foundation. He's also a philanthropist, author, and speaker who has ran several of his own businesses and non-profits.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Ken joins us to discuss why 70% of Americans hate their jobs, leading people post-pandemic, managing your control as a leader, and more. #LeadershipPrinciples #LeadingPeople #LeadershipStyles

Be sure to check out Ken's book, Struggle Well: Thriving in the Aftermath of Trauma: https://www.amazon.ca/Struggle-Well-Thriving-Aftermath-Trauma-ebook/dp/B07BC59JMK

Learn more about Ken's organization, Boulder Crest Foundation, by visiting their website: https://bouldercrest.org/

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Struggle Well: Thriving in the Aftermath of Trauma

Richard Black is the President & General Manager at Superfly, an agency dedicated to shaping how the world plays and connects.

Previously, Richard worked at the ad agency Momentum Worldwide, and led a team for Hip-Hop mogul Russell Simmons’ business ventures, among other positions.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Richard joins us to share his insight on transitioning to a new leadership role, focusing on the future, developing connection with customers, and more. #NewBoss #NewRole

To learn more about Superfly, check out their website: https://superf.ly/

To connect with Richard, send him an email: richard.black@superf.ly

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Anthony Taylor is the host of our #Strategy & #Leadership Podcast, as well as the Managing Partner of SME Strategy Consulting. For the last episode of 2021, Anthony looks back on the year of strategy and leadership and makes his predictions for the coming year and beyond.

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Matt Compton is the Co-founder and CEO of Filo.co, a company helping people come together to create, learn, and solve problems remotely.

A two-time founder, Matt previously worked at IBM, ExactTarget (which was acquired by Salesforce), and Cheetah Digital.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Matt joins us to discuss the three pillars of #RemoteCollaboration, the advantages of being able to work well remotely, transferring values throughout a whole company, and more. #RemoteWork

To connect with Matt, find him on Twitter (@ComptonMC). Or to learn more about Filo, visit their website: filo.co

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Matt Cowell is the CEO of QuantHub, helping companies future-proof their workforce by building a highly data fluent employee-base and exceptional AI teams.

On this episode of the #StrategyandLeadership Podcast, Matt joins us to discuss why leaders need to develop #DataSkills, the upside of investing in data capability, and why people are bad at making data driven decisions.

To learn more about QuantHub and how they may be able to help your team with #DataLiteracy and skills, visit their website for a free consultation: https://quanthub.com/

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Sharon Koifman is the President of DistantJob, a recruitment agency that finds, vets, and takes care of highly skilled #RemoteWorkers. He's also the author of Surviving Remote Work: How to Thrive as a Leader and Entrepreneur in the Remote Age: https://www.amazon.com/Surviving-Remote-Work-Sharon-Koifman-ebook/dp/B08HVTNKKL

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Sharon joins us to discuss advice for leaders hiring #RemoteTeams, reducing burnout from online meetings, what to take/leave from an office environment, and more.

Learn more about DistantJob and how they can find you highly skilled remote workers for less: https://distantjob.com/

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Surviving Remote Work: How to Thrive as a Leader and Entrepreneur in the Remote Age

Jorge Quezada is the Vice President of Inclusive Diversity at Granite Construction, one of the largest full-service general contractors, construction management firms, and construction materials producers in the U.S.

Previously, Jorge held similar #DEI roles at Allstate Insurance, Kraft Foods Group, and Northwestern Mutual before joining Granite Construction.

On this episode of the #StrategyandLeadership Podcast, Jorge joins us to discuss developing a beginner's mindset, the paradox's of DEI, how to avoid defensiveness, his big learning moment at Kraft, & more.

To connect with Jorge, find him on LinkedIn by searching Jorge Quezada, MBA. And be sure to checkout his podcast, Construction DEI Talks: https://constructiondeitalks.com/episodes/

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David Nour is an Advisor, Educator, & Executive Coach, helping organizations recognize the many quantifiable ways that #BusinessRelationships drive everything.

An Iranian immigrant who arrived in America with no English, David has been in business for 20 years now, having worked with executives from Cisco, Deloitte, Disney, Marriott, Microsoft, IBM, & more.

On this episode, David joins us to discuss why relationships are extra important in business, why he's hard on performance and soft on people, his 'aha' learning moments, & more.

Check our David's latest of 12 books, Curve Benders: How Strategic Relationships Can Power Your Non-Linear Growth in the Future of Work: https://nourgroup.com/curvebenders/

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Ellen Snee, EdD, is an Executive Coach to high potential & senior level women, a speaker, consultant, and the author of Lead: How Women in Charge Claim Their Authority.

But before that, Ellen was a Catholic nun for 18 years. From there she went to Harvard University to complete grad school before eventually becoming a program director at the university. Then she made her way to Silicon Valley to be VP of a large software company.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Ellen joins us to discuss leadership vs. authority, challenges for women in leadership, how senior leaders can support women, & more.

Be sure to check out Ellen's book, Lead: How Women in Charge Claim Their Authority: https://www.ellensnee.com/lead

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David Giersdorf is a former senior executive in the global cruise & travel industry, including publicly-traded $1B+ brand portfolio and CEO of several iconic cruise, travel and marketing services brands.

Now he help owners, boards, CEOs and leadership teams of diverse organizations on topics ranging from navigating disruption and recovery, growth, innovation, performance, and mergers & acquisitions. Learn more and get in touch here: https://www.globalvoyagesgroup.com/contact/

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, David joins us to discuss how he helped solve the big challenges of iconic cruise ship brands, #LeadingThroughDisruption, his book Hard Ships, and more.

His book is called Hard Ships: Navigating Your Company, Career, and Life through the Fog of Disruption: https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Ships-Navigating-Company-Disruption-ebook/dp/B08XYTLSS2

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Hard Ships: Navigating Your Company, Career, and Life through the Fog of Disruption

Amy Lynn Durham is a former corporate sales manager turned Executive Coach, helping leaders create magic at work by focusing on emotional & spiritual intelligence training. She's also the author of Create Magic at Work.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Amy joins Anthony to discuss why employees leave, how leaders can #CreateMagicatWork, #ConnectingActivities for your team, and more.

Be sure to connect with Amy on LinkedIn and learn more about her work and her book, Create Magic at Work: https://createmagicatwork.net/

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Grant Morgan is the Co-founder & CEO of R-Zero, a biosafety tech company delivering a higher standard of human health via safer indoor spaces.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Grant joins us to discuss solving problems by starting with a need, the importance of failure, structuring a value stream, and more.

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Peter Docker joins us to discuss how to lead from the jumpseat, the problem with having all the answers, nurturing a sense of belonging as a leader, and much more.

Peter Docker is a former Royal Air Force senior officer and international negotiator for the UK Government. Now he's a keynote speaker and consultant working with the most senior levels in oil & gas, construction, mining, pharmaceuticals, banking, television, film, media, manufacturing and services. He's also an author of multiple books, including one he co-authored with Simon Sinek.

Check out Peter's book, Leading From The Jumpseat: How to Create Extraordinary Opportunities by Handing Over Control: https://www.leadingfromthejumpseat.com/leading-from-the-jumpseat/

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Conrad Edwards joins us to discuss the #LeadershipPrinciples he's relied on to be successful in various roles, his advice for leaders, balancing #StrategicandTactical work, and much more.

Conrad is the CEO of The Basement, a 14-year old integrated advertising agency based out of Indianapolis. Previously, Conrad held several CMO and consumer experience leadership positions.

To learn more about The Basement, their work, and get in touch, visit their website: https://thebsmnt.com/

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Howard Tiersky joins us to discuss everything #DigitalTransformation: Different types and scopes of digital transformation, winning #DigitalCustomers, dealing with resistance to change, and much more.

Howard Tiersky is the CEO of FROM - the digital transformation agency. FROM helps companies win with today’s customers who reserve their loyalty for brands that deliver elegant and convenient digitally-powered experiences. Previously, Howard worked at Capgemini & EY.

Check out Howard's Wall Street Journal best selling book, Winning Digital Customers: The Antidote to Irrelevance: https://www.howardtiersky.com/

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Fernando Clemente joins us to discuss growing his marketing agency, #LeadershipPrinciples that have led to success, the #ValueofTransparency and more.

Fernando Clemente is the owner/President of Mule Media Inc., a digital solutions agency that acts as a full-scale marketing department for companies in need of an entire or partial marketing team. His past professional experience includes real estate, business banking, and retail management.

To learn more about Fernando's work and Mule Media, visit their website: https://digitalmules.com/

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Sue Kruskopf joins us to discuss why #WorkplaceCulture has been so important for 30+ years of success, relying on using truth in advertising, the great resignation, and much more.

Sue Kruskopf is the founder and long-time CEO of KC Truth, an advertising agency founded on cutting through the BS and getting to the truths about clients brands. She's also the founder of MyWonderfulLife.com, a free site where you can plan and personalize your own funeral.

To learn more about Sue's agency, KC Truth and to get in touch: KCtruth.com

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Kizzy Parks, PhD joins us to discuss everything government procurement - how to win government contracts (even if you never have), the human component to winning contracts, and much more.

Kizzy Parks, PhD is the President of K. Parks Consulting, where she's won well over $60 million in government contracts. Recently, she started GovConWinners to help service-based small business owners learn how to win their own profitable government contracts.

Learn more about Kizzy's company and programs for helping people win government contracts: https://www.govconwinners.com/

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Kyle Duford joins us to discuss investing in his team, creating #HumanConnection virtually, why it's hard to hire in 2021, and more.

Kyle Duford is the Executive Creative Director and Agency Director of The Brand Leader, a creative branding agency specializing in strategy and design. He's also worked for brands like Nike and Dr Martens, and has managed several e-commerce teams.

Learn more about The Brand Leader and the work the agency is doing: https://thebrandleader.com/

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Uwe Dockhorn joins us to share his own story, how he came about his anti-burnout system, and how he helps people improve their life and business.

Uwe Dockhorn is a Lifestyle Liberator who brings results to high achievers & their Very Important Partners (VIPs) without burning out. He created The AIM-System™, a simple 3-step life-changing experience for In-Demand Professionals and their VIPs.

Uwe's free webinar: Get Back Your Family Mojo, Double Your Financial Security, and Live In Abundance in All Areas of Your Life: https://www.uwedockhorn.com/a/2147497391/zQazKavi

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FreshBooks Co-founder Mike McDerment joins us to tell the story of how FreshBooks was built out of the basement into a billion dollar company, including some of his leadership principles that got them to this point.

Mike McDerment is the C-founder, Board Chair and former CEO of FreshBooks. FreshBooks is a cloud-based accounting software company that was recently valued at over $1 billion.

Get a free trial of FreshBooks: https://www.freshbooks.com/

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Daniel Stillman joins us to discuss the cost of bad conversations, the classic truth about meetings, how to have #ConversationsThatMatter, how to frame the real purpose of meetings & more.

Daniel Stillman is an Executive Coach, Conversation Designer and Lead Facilitator at The Conversation Company. Daniel created the company to help organizations transform and have the vital conversations. #DesignThinking

Be sure to check out Daniel's book, Good Talk: How to Design Conversations that Matter: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Talk-Design-Conversations-Matter/dp/9462763569

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Good Talk: How to Design Conversations that Matter

Mark Herschberg joins us to discuss the #EssentialLeadershipSkills that weren't taught, gaps in the education system, creating a career plan, building #LeadershipCapacity, and more.

Mark Herschberg has been an Instructor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for the past 20 years.

A seasoned executive and cybersecurity expert, Mark bridges the divide between business and technology to start, grow, and fix startup companies. He's also helped two Fortune 500 companies with their internal startup initiatives, and helped create educational programs at MIT and Harvard Business School.

Mark's book is called Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You: https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/

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Emil Dobrovolschi & Octavian Pantis join us to discuss their book, Dark Cockpit, leadership lessons from the aviation industry, the value of SOPs, leadership during chaos, & much more.

Octavian Pantis is a trainer, speaker, author & entrepreneur in Romania. He co-founded the leadership development consultancy firm Qualians, and is Partner at an events company called Ecoxtrem. Emil Dobrovolschi is a commercial airline pilot of 27 years with the Romanian airline Tarom.

Be sure to check out Emil & Octavian's book, Dark Cockpit: How to Communicate, Lead, and Be in Control at All Times Like an Airline Captain: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Cockpit-Communicate-Control-Airline-ebook/dp/B0958KT47T

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Dark Cockpit: How to Communicate, Lead, and Be in Control at All Times Like an Airline Captain

Henry Daas is an Entrepreneurial Coach, Personal Finance Coach, and the author of FQ: Financial Intelligence, a 432 page book that explores every aspect of personal finance. He also offers a 20-week course where he teaches everything he knows about how to manage and grow your money, including uncovering the mindset that may be holding you back, creating a life-long financial plan, becoming skilled at managing your assets, and more.

On this episode, Henry joins us to discuss how you can improve your own financial intelligence.

Here's a breakdown of the conversation:

Why financial intelligence is so important
Avoiding crucial mistakes like double taxation
Looking at your business as an entity with a life of its own
& more

Henry's book, FQ: Financial Intelligence: https://www.amazon.ca/Financial-Intelligence-Henry-Daas-Jr-ebook/dp/B07YSWHZ52

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FQ: Financial Intelligence

Mehak Vohra is the founder and CEO of SkillBank, a online program focused on training the next generation of marketers. Cohorts are free upfront, and you only pay once you graduate, if have a job paying $40k or more.

She's also a 2017 Thiel Fellowship Finalist, and the youngest ever San Francisco mayoral candidate.

On this originally live podcast episode, Mehak joins Anthony to discuss how small businesses and non-profits can leverage marketing, specifically entry-level marketers, to grow in 2021.

Here's a breakdown of the conversation:

Why people should care about marketing in 2021
Different types of marketing strategies and marketing goals
Being aligned on your personas
About SkillBank, the marketing school that's free upfront

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Melvin Gravely is the CEO of TriVersity Construction, a 100-person, $100 million construction company working with large, commercial customers. He's also the Founder & Chairman at the Institute for Entrepreneurial Thinking, LTD, and the author of Dear White Friend: The Realities of Race, the Power of Relationships and Our Path to Equity.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Melvin joins our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor to discuss his new book, how to lead everyone in the era of diversity and inclusion, the new era of racial awareness, and so much more.

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John Rossman is the Managing Partner of Rossman Partners, where he gives keynotes, and advises leaders and boards on digital strategy and innovation. John is a former Amazon Director who helped launch and scale the Marketplace business, and also ran the Enterprise business.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, John joins our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor for his second time on the show to discuss Amazon's leadership principles, becoming more customer centric, building your own leadership principles, and much more.

Check out John's new book, The Amazon Way: Amazon's 14 Leadership Principles: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=The+Amazon+Way%3A+Amazon%27s+14+Leadership+Principles&i=stripbooks-intl-ship&ref=nb_sb_noss_2

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Micah Lorenc left his strategy job at a Fortune 100 company to start his own coaching business, where he focuses on team development, leadership, and Clifton's Strengths coaching.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Micah and our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor meet to discuss how leaders can use the Clifton's Strengths tool, building a strong team around you, playing to your strengths, and more.

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On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Dan Faggella joins us to discuss why leaders should care about artificial intelligence, how to manage the change around AI, and the ROI of AI.

Dan Faggella is the Head of Research and CEO of Emerj Artificial Intelligence Research, as well as a Fellow at the Institute for Ethics and Emerging Technologies. Before joining Emerj, Dan was a black belt Brazilian jiu-jitsu fighter who competed internationally.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Dan joins our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor to discuss:

Why leaders should care about AI
How to manage change related to AI
The different types of ROI for AI
& much more

Register for Dan's webinar, Starting an AI Consulting Practice - 3 Critical Factors for Success: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/14/w8v97bp

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Amos Schwartzfarb has been building businesses since the 90's. Now, he's the Managing Director at Techstars, investing in early stage businesses and helping them find repeatability. He also sits on several boards, and is the best-selling co-author of LEVERS: The Framework For Building Repeatability into Your Business.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Amos connects with our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor to discuss the difference between being metrics aware and metrics driven, his Levers framework, how it helps businesses build repeatability into their business, and much more.

Here's a breakdown of the conversation:

Being metrics aware vs. metrics driven
Considerations to make when becoming metrics driven
The Levers framework for becoming metrics driven
Leadership traits needed to bring a business to the next level
& more

Check out his book, LEVERS: The Framework For Building Repeatability into Your Business: https://www.leversbook.com/

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Chris Cicchinelli is the CEO & President of Pure Romance, the world’s largest in-home/virtual party company specializing in intimacy and sexual health. On his twenty year journey with the company, he grew the business from $3 million to $350 million in revenue.

In 2018, Chris founded the Living with Change Foundation to help transgender youth and their families. He's also the author of the secret is YOU: How I Empowered 250,000 Women to Find Their Passion and Change Their Lives.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Chris joined our Managing Partner Anthony Taylor to discuss his most challenging phase of growth, developing trust & credibility, the keys to attracting top talent & more.

Here's a breakdown of our conversation:

His most challenging phase of growth
Developing trust & credibility
Keys to attracting top talent
& more!

Chris' website: https://chriscicchinelli.com/ Chris' book, the Secret is YOU: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08VD9ZFKM/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0

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the secret is YOU: How I Empowered 250,000 Women to Find Their Passion and Change Their Lives

Cameron Herold in the Canadian born founder of COO Alliance. He was instrumental in building 1-800-GOT-JUNK? into a $100 million business, and also helped build several other companies including North America's largest collision repair company, the largest residential house painting company in the world, and a currency company he sold for $64 million.

Since leaving 1-800-GOT-JUNK? 14 years ago, he's been coaching companies all over the world, and speaking in 26 countries. He's also authored 5 books, and is the host of the Second in Command Podcast.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Cameron joins us to discuss the role of the second in command, his big 'aha' moments, growing the skills of managers, the importance of continuous learning, and more.

To learn more about Cameron's work, check out his website to find podcasts, 5 books, case studies, courses & more: https://cameronherold.com/

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The role of the second in command
Biggest 'aha' moments after helping build 4 companies
Growing the skills of your managers
On continuous learning & the COO Alliance

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Jazz Pabla is the CIO and Director of Information Services for the City of Kelowna. Being in IT, he focuses most of his time on securing digital assets, and key city services and systems like water.

Formerly, Jazz was a Customer Experience Manager at the University of Saskatchewan, and a Technology Integration Manager for the City of Saskatoon.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Jazz joins us to discuss digital transformation in action, cybersecurity, the complexity of local government, and more.

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The complexity of local government
The citizen first model
Digital transformation in action
Cybersecurity as a strategy
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Andrew Freedman is the Managing Partner of SHIFT Consulting, where he helps leaders think differently about employee engagement and performance. Since the dawn of his career, Andrew's aim has been to help and teams get better in one way or another.

He's also an Affiliate Professor of Strategy & Leadership at the University of Baltimore, and he's got a new book out called Thrive: The Leader's Guide to Building a High-Performance Culture.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we discuss some of the challenges people and organizations are dealing with right now, how to improve organizational alignment, his advice for leaders, and his new book.

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Challenges organizations & employees are dealing with right now
Tips for improving organizational alignment
Advice for leaders
About his book, Thrive

To learn more about Andrew, his work, and his book, visit: thrive.shiftthework.com

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Peter J. Scott is an IT specialist and futurist who worked for NASA for over 30 years. Now, he's a coach and the author of Crisis of Control: How Artificial SuperIntelligences May Destroy or Save the Human Race, and the host of Artificial Intelligence and You, a podcast that seeks to communicate the intricacies of both the challenges and opportunities of artificial superintelligences in away that non-experts can grasp.

On this episode, Peter joins us to discuss the future of AI in the workforce, his big takeaways from working at NASA, using an engineers mindset to approach people problems, and so much more.

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The future is now for AI and tech
One takeaway from working at NASA
How he approaches the people side of problems
Big challenges faced at NASA
How AI will impact the C-suite
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Chui Chui Tan is the founder & Director at Beyō Global. Having originally studied industrial engineering, she went on to become a culturalization expert who has worked in user/customer experience (UX/CX) for over 14 years.

Now, she helps companies like Spotify, Netflix, Marriott, BBC, and others with their international launches and expansions in order to maximize their global reach.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Chui Chui joins us to discuss everything customer experience, including:

Why it's important for organizations to consider customer experience
How organizations can improve their international customer experience
Who is responsible for the customer experience?
An international customer experience 'aha moment' in Japan
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Dr. Gleb Tsipursky is the CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts, a boutique consulting, coaching, and training firm that empowers leaders and organizations to avoid business disasters. Throughout his career, Dr. Tsipursky has consulted for Fortune 500 companies including Aflac, Honda, IBM, Wells Fargo, and others.

He's also the author of several books - his most popular being Never Go With Your Gut: How Pioneering Leaders Make the Best Decisions and Avoid Business Disasters.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Dr. Tsipursky joins us to discuss his research on remote vs. in-person work, the future of remote work, and more.

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Looking at the numbers: Remote work vs. in-office
Balancing what you want vs. what your employees want
The psychological nature of hybrid work
& more

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Vivian Tan is the Vice President of Strategic Information Management & Global Relationships at Kaiser Permanente. She's been with KP for over 15 years, now working closely with the CFO, Chairman and CEO to provide strategic leadership for an enterprise data and analytics team in order to support, enable and advance KP’s strategy. She's also KP's representative at the World Economic Forum in Davos, and is in charge of KP International, where she hosts guests from around the world who want to learn more about KP and their model.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Vivian joins us to discuss the most exciting part of her job, what's happening in the world of data and analytics, recommendations for leaders, Davos, and much more.

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The most exciting & challenging part of her job
A data storing & sharing trend
Trends in the world of analytics
Recommendations for leaders new to data & analytics
How performance dashboards are shifting
The importance of Davos
& more

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On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're excited to welcome Lance Mortlock. Lance is a Senior Strategy Partner at Ernst & Young, and a Canadian Oil & Gas Industry leader. He's also a visiting professor at the University of Calgary - Haskayne School of Business, and the author of Disaster Proof: Scenario Planning for a Post Pandemic Future: https://www.amazon.ca/Disaster-Proof-Scenario-Planning-Post-Pandemic/dp/1988025613

On this episode, Lance joins us to discuss the need for scenario planning, the problems he works on for companies, how to approach uncertainty, how universities are teaching strategy, and much more.

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The problems he solves on a daily basis
Why you should think of the future when building your strategy
The 6-step scenario planning process
How universities are teaching strategy

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Disaster Proof: Scenario Planning for a Post-Pandemic Future

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're joined by Kelley Powell. Kelley is the CEO of the MacLaurin Group, a company that supports founders and companies as their technology operating partner. She's also the author of Courage to Lose Sight of Shore: How to Partner with Private Equity to Grow Your Business with Confidence.

During our conversation, Kelley shares her experience working in private equity, the main problems she solves for people, the importance of updating your technology to align with your growth strategy, and much more.

Here's a breakdown of our conversation:

The main problems she solves for people
To upgrade your technology or not?
What if your tech isn't that bad?
& more!

Get Kelley's book, 'Courage to Lose Sight of Shore: How to Partner with Private Equity to Grow Your Business with Confidence': https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Lose-Sight-Shore-Confidence/dp/1544514670

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Courage to Lose Sight of Shore: How to Partner with Private Equity to Grow Your Business with Confidence

Heather Younger is a former attorney and the founder/CEO of Employee Fanatix, a management consulting firm that quips companies with the intelligence they need to improve the quality of work life for their employees.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Heather joins us to share her experiences with big organizational change, the process for developing a change management experience, how to create the right environment for change, and more.

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Her experience with big changes like mergers, acquisitions & re-organization
How to design an experience for change management
Heather's challenge for leaders
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The Art of Caring Leadership: How Leading with Heart Uplifts Teams and Organizations

Tova Sherman is the Canadian born, award-winning CEO of reachAbility, an organization that works directly with companies to build their capacity for inclusion through education, training, and consultation. She's also a TED speaker, and author of the brand new book, Win, Win, Win! The 18 Inclusion-isms You Need to Become a Disability Confident Employer.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Tova joins us to discuss what people are missing about diversity & inclusion, tips to become more inclusive, the importance of values, biases in the hiring process, and much more.

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What people are missing with diversity and inclusion
Tips for being more inclusive
Why you have to start with values
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Lauren is the Director & Head of Commodities for the Financial Institutions Group at Chatham Financial, the largest independent financial risk management advisory and technology firm. Having worked internally at finance and audit organizations and externally as an advisor across the finance enterprise, she approaches leadership and the boardroom with a multiple-stakeholder focus.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Lauren joins us to talk about returning to in-person work, what she's learned from 10 years of board experience, working with hostile board members, board bylaws, and much more.

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Remote work & returning to in-person (from a boardroom perspective)
What she's learned from her own board experience
On hostile board members & the decision making process
Approach to managing board bylaws

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Brett Putter is the CEO of CultureGene, a culture development platform that helps companies transition effectively to remote work. As a passionate student of culture and an expert on culture, Brett spends his days with leaders defining, embedding and managing culture.

He's also the author of two books: Culture Decks Decoded, and Own Your Culture: How to Define, Embed and Manage your Company Culture.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Brett joins us to discuss the impact of making wrong hires, hiring for culture fit, the purpose of culture decks, 6 ways to embed company culture, and much more.

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The cost of hiring the wrong person
Hiring for culture fit
Culture decks: What are they?
How companies are developing remote work culture
6 ways to embed company culture
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Shane Metcalf is the co-founder & Chief Culture Officer of 15Five, a people and performance platform that empowers people to become their best selves, wherever they work. Named one of the top 100 software companies by G2Crowd, 15Five combines employee engagement, continuous performance management, and manager effectiveness software with education, services, and community for customers including Capital One, Credit Karma, Hubspot & more.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Shane joins us to share his advice for leaders and discuss the power of questions, self-reflection, and much more.

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The journey of creating 15Five
Be aware of leadership hierarchies
Questions for leaders to ask themselves
Questioning the role of the manager
His big challenge right now as a leader

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Peter Provenzano is the President & CEO of SupplyCore, a leading supply chain integrator responsible for optimizing information, material, and financial flows for the U.S. military. Peter also founded MPOWR®, SupplyCore's social enterprise division that helps communities and businesses with strategy execution so they can come together, achieve outcomes and systems change.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Peter joins us to talk about his experience growing the family business, his advice for entrepreneurs and family business owners, and what he learned about thinking strategically about the future.

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On growing the family business
Advice for younger entrepreneurs & older business owners

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Stephen King is the President & CEO of GrowthForce, a company that specializes in outsourced bookkeeping, accounting and controller services for companies that want to run better, grow faster and make more money. Stephen spent much of his career at Ernst & Young and Amnesty International US, and has started a couple of his own companies.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Stephen joins us to discuss how leaders can improve their decision making, his experience with peer groups, his 5-step process for profitability, how culture drives growth, and more.

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Advice for leaders trying to improve their financial decision making
His experience with peer groups & mentorship
His 5 Steps to Profitability Model
How your culture will help you grow or sink
How to foster a culture of tracking & the desire to follow data

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Kristin Harper is the CEO of Driven to Succeed, a leadership development firm focused on brand innovation and reinvention for businesses and high achieving individuals around the world. She's also the author of Heart of a Leader: 52 Emotional Intelligence Insights to Advance Your Career.

Kristin started working in Brand Management at Proctor & Gamble before being recruited by The Hershey Company. Finally, she became a Global Vice President at Cardinal Health (a Fortune 20 company) while still in her thirties, before starting her own company.

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Lessons learned growing in a corporate setting
Her experience trying to implement strategic initiatives
What employers are doing to support their people (virtually)
How important is the perspective of the customer?
How to live diversity & inclusion

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Tara Rethore is the CEO of Strategy for Real, and a strategic advisor who works with CEOs, executives, and nonprofits to help them take their strategy off the page and put it into action. Previously, Tara came up in the corporate world, gaining experience from all over the world in the natural gas sector.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Tara joins us to discuss making strategy real and actionable, how to create change in an organization, where strategy goes wrong, and much more.

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What she's seeing in the strategy execution ecosystem
Making strategy real and actionable
How to create change within an organization
Where she's seen strategy go really poorly

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Paul Katzoff is the CEO of WhiteCanyon Software, the premier provider of data erasure software for SSD, Hard Drive, & Mobile Device platforms to global organizations of all sizes. Paul originally started at the company in a Tech Support role, before coming the Manager of Tech Support and eventually switching to Sales. After a two-year hiatus from the company, Paul rejoined as the CEO.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Paul joins us to discuss how his perspective changed at different levels of the company, his process for sharing expertise and personal development, and much more.

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How his perspective changed from the bottom, to the top, & in-between
How his changing roles & relationships with customers impacted the strategy
His process for sharing expertise with the team
How he continues to develop his own capabilities as CEO

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Jeff Kavanaugh is the global head of the Infosys Knowledge Institute, the research and thought leadership arm of Infosys, one of the world’s leading consulting and technology services firms. Jeff also serves on several boards, and is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Texas at Dallas.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Jeff joins us to discuss the importance of critical thinking, becoming a lifelong learner, best practices for communicating information, and how to create an organization that is continuously learning and evolving.

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Importance of critical thinking
Best practices for leaders trying to communicate information
On becoming a life long learner
A successful case study - Infosys
Tracking, documentation & automation

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On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we were live with Robin Hills from the United Kingdom. Robin is the Director of Ei4Change, a company that delivers educational training based on emotional intelligence. Today, Robin has taught emotional intelligence skills to over 100,000 people from 175+ countries via online training.

We're super excited to have Robin on the show to discuss the importance of emotional intelligence and how we use it in everyday life, how to empathize, how to harness the power or emotional intelligence as a leader, and more.

Here's a break down of our conversation:

Using emotional intelligence in everyday life
How to empathize
How leaders can use emotional intelligence to persuade
Trends in the workplace
& more

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David Yetman is an award-winning business development specialist who works directly with organizations to help them grow and become resilient. David has his own consultancy called Yetman Consulting where he helps businesses create resilience and margin to ensure they're thriving in the long term. He is also studying business resilience at Harvard University.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, David joins us to discuss how to make yourself and your business more resilient moving forward, what he sees many businesses struggling with, how to fix your business model, and much more.

Is your non-profit organization in need of a facilitated strategic planning session, but lacking the resources to pay the full industry price for these services? As part of our corporate giving back program for 2021, we're offering our full strategic planning services to 5 nonprofits at a heavily subsidized rate. Apply here: https://www.smestrategy.net/discounted-nonprofit-strategic-planning-facilitation

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Binna Kim is the Co-founder & President at Vested, a NYC-based communications agency that leads campaigns for companies at the intersection of finance, technology & innovation.

With a background in marketing and communications for financial services, Binna and her co-founder set out to start Vested about 5 years ago.

They wanted to lead something of their own that they were truly proud of, all while setting a good example as female entrepreneurs in the FinTech space, which hasn't always been known for diversity and inclusion.

Here's a breakdown of the episode:

What happening right now in the world of FinTech
Struggles of being a female entrepreneur
One big challenge for Fintech companies
What she's learned as a founder

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Terry is an expert in board governance, policy governance, and nonprofit and association board training. With over 20 years of experience in the world of board governance, Terry is the go-to guy for board of director development in Western Canada. #BoardGovernance

During our LIVE conversation from December 10th, Terry and I discussed:

The role & responsibilities of the Board of Directors
Best practices for common governance issues
How to go about creating long term change in 2021
& much more!

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Chris Ronzio is the founder and CEO of Trainual, an onboarding, training and knowledge management platform for small and growing businesses. His company replaces the traditional training manual, and gives companies the ability to tell their story and share their policies, history, culture, and vision.

Chris has also founded several other businesses, and currently sits on the board of Design Pickle.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Chris joins us to discuss the benefits of documentation, having a culture of openness, how he uses repeatability to support his people, and more.

Here's a breakdown of the episode: - The benefit of having your company well documented - His 'ah hah' moments as a leader - How he uses repeatability to support his people - A culture of openness

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// ABOUT SME STRATEGY CONSULTING:

SME Strategy is a management consulting firm that specializes in helping organizations develop and implement their strategic plans. We work with teams to facilitate conversations about strategic direction and business strategy so that our clients can focus their energy on what will move them forward faster. Based out of Vancouver, BC, we've worked with organizations all over North American and beyond in various industries including nonprofits, universities & government organizations. #StrategicPlanningProcess #StrategyDevelopment

Alison Van Rooy is a Senior Advisor to the President of Strategic Planning & Institutional Initiatives at Vancouver Island University (VIU), as well as a long-time policy planner for the Government of Canada. After working with the government for several years, she learned the strategic planning process is quite similar with other public sector institutions, so she decided to help Vancouver Island University with their brand new plan.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Alison joins us to discuss the creation of VIU's strategic plan, how the strategic planning process is different during a pandemic, as well as how to make it enjoyable.

Here's a breakdown of the episode:

What she's learned about strategic planning
Her strategic planning approach at VIU
How VIU did external stakeholder engagement
How VIU will role out and execute their strategic plan

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Sarah Olivieri is a nonprofit expert and author, having held several positions as Executive Director, Program Manager and Board member for various nonprofit organizations. She's also had success in the for-profit world, having started her own marketing agency.

Sarah created PivotGround in 2014 to teach other nonprofits how to run their businesses better. She created a framework that helps nonprofits become more organized, build effective teams, and make a bigger impact.

We're excited to have Sarah join us on this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast to talk fundraising, advice for Executive Directors, and much more.

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Greg Edwards is the CEO of CryptoStopper, a global cybersecurity firm dedicated to protecting businesses from harmful ransomware attacks. Greg started as an entrepreneur in 1998 at the age of 24, creating a networking consulting business that he still owns to this today. He then went on to start two other companies, one of which was sold to a publicly traded firm.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Greg joins us to share his deep background in technology, his learning experiences from being a CEO and President, and more.

Here's a full breakdown of the episode:

Key learnings from being a CEO & President
How his team remains collaborative while working remote
His approach to hiring & vacation time
Learning from mistakes
About Cryptostopper

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Jason Richmond is the founder of Ideal Outcomes and the author of Culture Spark: 5 Steps to Ignite and Sustain Organizational Growth. He's dedicated the last 20+ years to helping organizations of all sizes with developing both individual skills and culture, earning himself a membership with the Forbes Business Council.

His book, Culture Spark, emerged from his years of experience plus his love for travel and experiencing different cultures firsthand. After interviewing executives and leaders from different industries around the world, the book is full of resources to help solve any business problem with a culture flare.

On this episode, Jason joins the podcast to discuss:

The beginning of his process vs. the end
The defining moment of his professional career
Supporting individual performance management
What he sees for the future
His advice for young leaders

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Dr. Joe Sallustio is the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of Claremont Lincoln University, a school offering socially conscious graduate degrees. With almost 20 years in education and being named as part of the Higher Education Team of the Year in 2019, Joe brings relevant experience from an industry undergoing major change to the show.

On this episode, Joe joins us to discuss:

The strategy that helped him grow from 10 to 300 students
Higher education as a business
Getting buy-in and alignment from teachers & administrators
Looking forward to the future of education
The impact of online badges and certifications

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JP Clement is the CEO of boomtime, a word of mouth marketing agency that believes great marketing is all about data. JP was born in France and went to grad school on the American east coast before starting his journey in marketing. Along the way, he's gained experience in every area of marketing, having started in packed goods before moving to direct marketing, and eventually digital, where he's stayed ever since.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, JP brings his vast range of marketing experience with him to discuss the importance of integration, the consequences of silos, advice for marketers trying to elevate their game, and what he's excited about in the marketing world.

Here's a break down of the episode:

On integrating marketing into every function of your business
The consequences of siloed business functions
Importance of the vision & mission
What he's looking forward to
Advice for marketers trying to elevate their game
& more

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David White Jr. has his PhD in cognitive anthropology and is the author of Disrupting Corporate Culture: How Cognitive Science Alters Accepted Beliefs About Culture and Culture Change and its Impact on Leaders and Change Agents.

Having spent much of his career as Microsoft's Director of People & Organizational Capacity, where he was the co-founder and architect of their integrated talent management and career development system, he's now Partner and co-founder of Ontos Global.

In his work, David specializes in planning and implementing large scale organizational transformations, as well as developing adaptive leaders to do the same.

Here's a breakdown of our conversation:

The experience of being dropped into something new
His approach to transformation
Misconceptions about culture
Advice for leaders trying to transform an organization
What stops transformation in its tracks
About his book, Disrupting Corporate Culture

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Victoria Pelletier is a VP and Senior Partner of North American Talent and Transformation at IBM. Having started her journey very young as a 24-year old executive, she's spent her entire career working in business-to-business services at various consulting and technology companies. Along the way, she's built, bought, and invested in companies, became a published author, and started a speaking career.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're excited to have Victoria join us to discuss her Talent and Transformation role at IBM, how to create change and urgency, how to develop a diversity and inclusion strategy, and the future of HR.

Here's a breakdown of the episode:

Her role at IBM
Rapid change happening right now
How to create real change
Developing a diversity & inclusion strategy
The future of HR

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Andy Goldstrom is a business strategist, growth expert, and two-time Inc. 500 business owner. Andy started his real estate company in the early 90's, where he won the business of Delta, Boeing and others while competing against larger, more experienced firms. After being bought by Johnson Controls in 2005, Andy moved on to become President of a national recycling company, where it would take him only two years to become another Inc. 500 company. Finally, Andy joined Deutsche Bank as a Global Director before starting his own firm, Midcourse Advisors, which helps organizations identify and execute on opportunities for growth.

Andy joins us on this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast to discuss:

Advice for leaders trying to adapt
Why it's easier to start a business now
Biases that arise during uncertainty
On becoming 'exit ready'

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John Rossman is the former Amazon Director of Enterprise Services who launched the Amazon Marketplace, the author of Think Like Amazon, an advisor to multiple companies including T-Mobile, and a member of various Boards of Advisors.

With an impressive background of launching and scaling the Amazon Marketplace business and running the Enterprise Services business for Amazon, we're quite excited to welcome John as our very first live podcast guest.

In our conversation, John will share some of his most important lessons and learnings from his time as an Amazon Executive, as well as his book, Think Like Amazon.

Here are somethings to look forward to in our conversation next week:

How to strategize like Jeff Bezos
How to make better and faster decisions
How to create a culture of innovation & accountability
& much more!

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For this very special 75th episode on the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we have no guests. Instead, our Managing Partner and lead facilitator Anthony Taylor will share some of his most important lessons from his past ten years of experience, as well as a glimpse into the future for both himself and SME Strategy.

Anthony has been facilitating strategic planning sessions and helping organizations of different sizes from various industries and countries reach their One Destination for just about 10 years now. He's seen just about every problem and challenge that leadership teams experience, and he's ready to share that with you.

Here's a breakdown of the episode:

Anthony's background
The plan is only a small part
On actually executing your strategy
Getting people where they want to go
The future of SME Strategy

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"Most mediocre insight you see in business comes not from bad researchers or faulty techniques.. the question itself was destined to lead to mediocrity".

Gunny Scarfo is the co-founder of Nonfiction Research, a market research firm that is dedicated to uncovering and understanding the uncensored lives of customers, and the information they wouldn't even mention to their friends. Gunny has also held multiple Head of Strategy positions, including one at Carrot Creative, a social media agency acquired by Vice Media in 2014.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Gunny hones in on how to truly understand the hidden desires our customers hold, as well as the symbolic relationships they have with our products and services.

Here are the topic covered in the episode:

Why you need to have a 'burning question'
An underused tactic to learn about your customers
A skill that's necessary to understand your customers
What you know about your customers is probably wrong

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Keith Kitani is a two-time entrepreneur who built and sold his first business to Adobe. Now, he's the founder and CEO of GuideSpark, a leader in change communication that drives change and results by re-focusing the hearts of minds of employees.

Most business leaders are comfortable creating strategies, along with programs to carry out those strategies. However, it is the employees of an organization that make those strategies happen. Keith believes that communication is the way to drive change, bridge that last mile, and see your strategy implemented.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Keith shares his take on driving change by taking a marketing approach to internal communication, how to track the effectiveness of communication, his biggest challenge as a leader and more.

Here's what we talked about:

Using a marketing approach to internal communication
How to track effective communication (and how not to)
On fighting for attention
His biggest challenge right now as a leader
About his company, GuideSpark

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"The worst thing to do is to go dark"

Bill Bice is the Executive Chairman of Boomtime Word of Mouth Marketing and the Co-CEO of nQ Zebraworks. Having started or invested in over 25 different businesses over the course of his career, Bill brings some valuable marketing and business-building experience to the Strategy & Leadership Podcast.

On this episode, Bill breaks down his approach to building businesses, understanding & re-connecting with customers, the impact of marketing and much more.

Here's what to look for in this episode:

Bill's niche approach to building businesses and marketing
Focusing on your team vs. customers
His secret to success
Advice for responding to a crisis
Two marketing mistakes most companies make

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Matt Sweetwood is a lifetime CEO with over 30 years of experience, and is currently the CEO of LUXnow and author of Leader of the Pack. Having spent the majority of his career in the electronics distribution and retail superstore space, Matt had to re-invent his business multiple times to keep up with digital transformation, which ultimately led to a successful exit for him.

On this episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Matt joins us to share his experiences as a CEO, some helpful leadership tips for young leaders and those trying to survive a crisis, as well as the story of his very challenging past, which ultimately led to the writing of his book, Leader of the Pack.

Here's a breakdown of the topics we discussed:

-His background, career and new company -3 most impactful lessons on leadership -Leading during a crisis -About his #1 best seller, Leader of the Pack

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Nick Davis is the Managing Partner of Reaching the Future Faster, the author of Future Ready, and the Faculty Chair of Innovation at Singularity University.

Although Nick wears an impressive amount of hats, there are a couple common themes in his work, which involve using advanced technology and strategy to navigate uncertainty, determine the future of work, and solve the double-pronged problem of food waste and food shortage.

Nick acknowledges the extreme unpredictability of the world we live in, yet believes it's within our power to build the future we want using a common vision of the future, advanced technology, and a proactive mindset.

Some of the topics of our discussion include:

Having an aligned vision of the future
Balancing strategic thinking with action planning
Being innovative and proactive
Managing disruption

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Brad Chase spent over 14 years as an executive at Microsoft, finishing as a Senior Vice President leading a team of over 4,000. Brad was a part of several major project at Microsoft, including the complete turnaround of MSN.com, leading the marketing effort for Windows 2000, Windows 98 and Internet Explorer, as well as developing and executing the award winning marketing strategy for Windows 95.

Brad is now a speaker, marketing and leadership advisor, and the author of Strategy First.

On today's episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're super excited to have Brad join us to discuss Microsoft's strategy that led to success, his Strategy First Model, how he turned around MSN.com, and some common roadblocks strategy leaders should watch out for.

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Ryan Berman an author and the founder of Courageous, a consultancy that uses a 'special forces' approach to problem solving, storytelling and leadership. Today, Courageous works with well known brands like the National Football League, Caesars Entertainment and Johnson & Johnson.

Ryan joins us to share his experiences writing the book, working in the agency world, and starting his own successful consultancy. Some of the topics covered include:

The Courageous approach to solving business problems

Ryan focuses on three aspects: process, point of view and openness, when talking about Courageous and how they've been able to solve problems for some of the most well-known brands. After starting an agency with zero clients and building it up over a decade, Ryan has learned to trust the process. By telling it like it is and providing a real point of view, he's been able to earn trust and build his business into what it is today.

The 'epidemic of clarity' Ryan discusses the 'epidemic of clarity' we're living in now, with so many different points of information, so much data, so many key stakeholders to listen to. Ultimately, it is slowing us down. He says many brands are confronted with ten different doors to walk through, and while trying to decide which would be best, their competitors are experimenting, learning and pivoting.

The 'special forces' strategy Ryan has used

Ryan breaks down what it means to use a 'special forces' approach to solving business problems. It starts at the end by having a mission based approach. By clearly identifying the problem at the beginning, it will be easier to pinpoint the mission before embarking on a project. Another aspect of the 'special forces' strategy that Ryan has used is using custom-built teams, specifically people from big companies that bring experience and shared values.

How to build trust

The question Ryan asks when beginning a new relationship with a brand is "Are you a coward brand or a courage brand?" He believes that starting with the hard questions and showing people you're willing to go there is the best way to build trust from the beginning. He also delves into the lengthy and definite impact of not having trust.

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Melissa Dreuth is the SVP of People and Culture at Planful, a leading financial planning and analysis cloud platform. Customers like Bose, the Boston Red Sox, and Del Monte rely on Planful for budgeting, reporting and visual analytics.

Having spent time in similar roles at other companies in Australia and the Bay Area, she's nearly one year into her role at Planful, where she's responsible for the entire employee lifecycle including learning & development, HR, recruiting and people & culture.

During our conversation, Melissa discusses her experience at Planful, HR evolution, how they've been able to adapt to changes like COVID-19, and some of the underlying themes for successfully guiding people and culture.

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Dr. Tracey Jones is the President of Tremendous Leadership, as well as an author and leadership expert. Before taking the reins of Tremendous Leadership, she build an impressive leadership resume for herself in various organizations including the National Security Agency, all after spending 12 years as a maintenance officer in the Air Force.

With an MBA and a PhD, Tracey brings her extensive experience leading people to the Strategy & Leadership Podcast. Whether it be deployed overseas or in a corporate boardroom, Tracey has demonstrated she is a true leadership professional.

Some of the topics discussed include:

Leaders and followers

Tracey talks about the relationship between leaders and followers, and places an equal emphasis on good follower-ship when many tend to focus just on the leader. She believes that no matter how good of a leader a person may be, they need to be surrounded by followers that are willing to co-lead, demonstrate certain behaviours and adapt.

3 roles leaders need to be able to fill

Tracey shares her experience and insights on the different roles leaders need to be able to play on any given day, especially when working trying to manage a crisis. These roles include the 'savior', someone followers can look up to, the 'sense maker', someone who will remain calm and think critically, and the 'ethicist', someone who find away to do good for the most amount of people.

Studying leaders who can manage a crisis

Tracey presents some of her key findings from her PhD research on leaders and how they manage a crisis. When it comes to navigating a crisis, it's not the high-end personality type leaders, but the ones that can build a robust team of followers that are able to work through the crisis and succeed.

3 things needed to build culture

Lastly, Tracey highlights the three things she believes are necessary to build culture within an organization. Personality is one - particularly people who are low in neuroticism and high in extroversion. She also looks for people who have both experienced some type of hardship, and who display a big picture perspective on life.

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Geoffrey Cain is a business advisor, consultant, and author of Samsung Rising. With experience as an Economist correspondent and contributor to both the Wall Street Journal & Time, Geoffrey brings some exciting overseas expertise in geopolitics and media.

On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Geoffrey joins us to talk about some of the things he's seen as an international correspondent and writer, the impending impact of artificial intelligence, and his book about the South Korean giant, Samsung Rising.

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Craig Lemasters is the CEO of management consulting firm GXG, speaker, and a former Fortune 500 subsidiary CEO. Working 27 years, 11 of which as the CEO leading global expansion projects for Assurant Solutions, Craig brings extensive corporate experience to the podcast.

After spending a long time growing a large company, Craig decided to take some time to focus on his other passions, eventually leading GXG in Atlanta. Craig now dedicates himself to sharing what he's learned with other leaders, and we're super excited to share about his experiences on the podcast.

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On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Matt Barnett from Bonjoro joins us to discuss growing a remote team, communication challenges and how personalized video communication can improve both company culture and client relationships.

Matt's company, Bonjoro, uses personalized video to help organizations develop better relationships with their customers and leads, as well as within their own teams internally. Originally from Australia, Bonjoro has grown to a second office in the UK along with a remote team spanning 5 continents.

During our conversation, Matt was able to share some important insights from his experience growing a remote team using the power of communication, including:

-Modern communication challenges at work -Growing and thriving as a remote team -How communication tools can build relationships -The future of B2B relationships

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Keith Ferrazzi joins the Strategy and Leadership podcast to share the power of co-creation: How to be able to create an aligned vision with anyone.

He also shares his principles for coaching, leadership and communicating to create transformative change.

He also shares his perspectives on how organizations can adapt and thrive in this new economy.

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On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, Perry Maughmer joins us to talk about being the best CEO you can be, intellectual humility, peer groups and how to establish a leadership framework. Perry is a facilitator for Vistage International and the Principal of Maughmer & Co, where he specializes in working with people.

Perry started his journey as an entrepreneur in retail, bringing a company from one to seven locations as a young VP of Operations. He then went on to work for several large companies and was brought in to run several other organizations in a mix of industries.

In this episode, he shares his lessons learned from being a successful CEO like letting people talk and the importance of creating a leadership framework.

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On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast we're joined by Michele Wucker, CEO of Gray Rhino & Company and best selling author of The Gray Rhino. Michele has defined a gray rhino as a problem large and obvious staring you down, pointed right at you, and probably about to trample you.

With a range of different experiences in financial journalism, media management, think tank management and policy writing, Michele certainly brings a unique and valuable perspective to the podcast.

Some of the topics Michele explained in our discussion include: -Why do people ignore glaringly obvious, large problems? -Challenges when people organize into groups -When incentives can hurt us

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In this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're joined by Grategy founder and Chief Appreciation Strategist, Lisa Ryan, CSP.

Lisa brings an impressive range of experience to the podcast, spending time as an executive recruiter, working in industrial sales, the welding industry (yes, she welds!), the healthcare industry, and as a speaker.

During our conversation, Lisa shares some of that experience with us, including:

Her THANKS process

In one of her most successful programs, Lisa uses a process called the THANKS process: build Trust, Help, Acknowledge, Navigate work/life, get to Know them, and Serve a greater mission. During our discussion, she breaks down how to go about each step and how it can help your organization keep it's best employees longer.

Culture doesn't change overnight

Lisa discusses the undertaking of influencing culture, and how the process is a long one that requires patience and genuine intention. Many organizations consider employee engagement to be an action that is carried out, when in reality it's a process. Your employees will know if you're faking it.

Don't leave hourly workers behind

Unfortunately, when trying to improve engagement, the hourly workers are often left behind because they aren't seriously considered for chances to move up in the organization. Lisa points out that by letting them know they're important and that the organization is invested in their future, they're much less likely to leave for an extra dollar per hour.

The costs of losing great people

Losing a great employee can cost anywhere between 1 and 5 times what you're paying them. Not only do you have to recruit, interview and on-board someone new, but you have to hope they are a good culture fit and pray they aren't poached by someone else.

The costs of keeping toxic people

On the flip side, it can equally bad or worse to keep toxic people on board. If they're sucking the energy out of each room they enter, it will inevitably be your best employees that start to look for work elsewhere, not the worst ones.

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In this episode, Timothy shares his experience working with executive teams and tips on various topics including:

Leadership

A leader cannot be neutral. They either lead the way or get in the way, as Timothy mentions. In order to lead the way, the leaders has two primary functions within an organization- to coach skills and model behaviour, therefore becoming the architect of culture.

Culture

The leading indicator of healthy workplace culture is the level of psychological safety employees feel when. Someone who feels psychologically safe in the workplace is able to participate in the value creation process of the organization without a fear of being punished, embarrassed or ignored. This opens the door for employees to be intellectually brave.

Intellectual Bravery

Someone who feels psychologically safe at work will demonstrate more intellectual bravery. This person is willing to disagree or dissent and challenge the status quo. This intellectual bravery is what ultimately leads to innovation, however, this won't happen until employees are drained of fear. If it's politically and emotionally costly for people to speak their mind, it's reasonable to expect they will not.

What to do?

As a leader, don't rely on the fear button, which often comes from frustration and insecurity. Instead, assign different people to dissent and challenge what you're proposing or already have in place. This removes the personal risk to the individual, and replaces is with permission from the top. Of course it never hurts to show some of your own vulnerability, admitting what you don't know in order to show others it's safe.

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On this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we were joined by Denise Liebetrau, the Founder & CEO of Prosper Consulting, in Colorado. With a background in HR compensation for fortune 500 companies, Denise felt passionate about sharing her knowledge and expertise with small to mid-sized organizations. Now Denise spends much of her time helping these organizations figure out compensation structures that will help them attract and retain the right people, as well as advising these companies on how to implement their HR programs in a way that helps them have good relationships with their employees.

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On this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're joined Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts LLC and author of Never Go With Your Gut: How Pioneering Leaders Make the Best Decisions and Avoid Business Disasters.

Gleb immigrated to the US as a child from Moldova in eastern Europe. Since then, he's gone on to study cognitive biases, decision making and avoiding disasters, earning his PhD. With a background in cognitive neuroscience and behavioral economics, he has over 20 years of experience teaching, consulting, and coaching leaders to avoid business disasters.

During our interview, Gleb shares some useful insights on why we make poor decisions, how to avoid business disasters, improve decision making skills and more, including:

Favouring People Like Us

When hiring or forming business partnerships, we tend to seek out and choose people who are similar to us. Whether we fall in love with their resume or their personality, these people may not be best for the organization. Alternatively, it's often people with different perspectives than us that can provide the most value.

Tribalism

Unfortunately, our decision making is adapted to the hunter gatherer environment and not the modern business environment. This means we're actively trying to climb the social hierarchy, and desperate not to fall from the top of it. As a result, our decision making process is naturally not as strong as it could be.

5 Questions to Avoid Decision Disasters

Gleb explains the reasoning behind why you should ask yourself these 5 questions:

What important information did I not yet consider? What dangerous judgement errors have I not yet addressed? What would a trusted and objective advisor do? How have I addressed all the ways the decision could fail? What new information would cause me to revisit this decision?

For larger, more significant decisions, Gleb recommends an 8 step decision making model. This model can be worked through by yourself or with your entire team, and starts with the all important first step: Identify the need for a decision to be made.

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In this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're joined by Aviv Shahar: author of 'Create New Futures' and founder of Aviv Consulting.

Aviv was born and raised in Israel, and was originally trained to fly supersonic jets in the Israeli Airforce. Since then, he has spent three decades gaining valuable experience working on the executive leadership teams of Fortune 500 companies.

Throughout his work, he's learned that a room full of extremely smart individuals can still produce dysfunction and stupidity. His experience has also helped him realize his passion for helping people unleash their joint capabilities so they're able to create more than the sum of their individual parts.

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In this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're joined by Alex Rooney, Vice President and co-founder of Vision33 Inc. Alex and his company specialize in IT and professional services with several business lines including SAP, business application software, change management and developing intellectual property. Impressively, Vision33 has averaged 25% year over year growth for the past 15 years.

Having lived half his life in Canada and half in the U.S. with a background in civil engineering, environmental engineering and oil & gas, Alex brings a wealth of experience to the podcast.

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In this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're joined by Ryan Walter. For over 20 years, Ryan has consulted for organizations, including Fortune 500 companies. His advisory firm, Parrels, helps organizations overcome challenges and undergo transformation.

Ryan's rich experience guiding organizations through big changes and helping the grow internally makes him a great voice for those about to undergo their own strategic planning process. Like us, he is passionate about helping companies go from point A to point B and the journey in between.

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During our conversation, Shawn shared his experiences and some valuable insights on the following:

Change management, Successful communication ingredients, What to do in a crisis, and Social media best practices

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In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're joined by Catherine Sherlock, the founder of Higher Mindfulness. Catherine developed Higher Mindfulness to help people take their awareness deeper in order to expand their self-expression, leadership skills and potential. This is important for business leaders because emotional awareness is a positive skill that helps leaders with clarity and decision making, which can help with conflict management, team engagement and other situations.

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In this episode of the Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we're joined by author and founder of the Extreme Leadership Institute, Steve Farber.Steve has been involved in leadership development for 30 years, which has allowed him to work with almost every kind of industry and business from top to bottom. His experience has granted him a valuable perspective and the ability to identify what successful businesses have in common.

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Justin Miller, Co-Founder & CEO of CARE for AIDS joined us on our Strategy & Leadership Podcast to share his best practices on aligning culture & strategy in a non-profit organization. During our conversation, Justin shared his expertise on co-building and leading an international non-profit organization.

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In this episode of our Strategy and Leadership Podcast, we were joined by Josh Schneider, Director at the Millennial and Employment Engagement Institute. Josh spends his days traveling, writing, and speaking at conferences, and has developed this institute to fund research that matches the stories and examples that were being seen in the workplace, along with topics such as meaningful and fulfilling work.

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In this episode of our Strategy and Leadership Podcast, we welcomed Zvi Band, the Co-founder and CEO of Contactually and author of Success Is in Your Sphere.

Zvi has a diverse background, starting as a software engineer out of college and eventually evolving into the leader he is today. In addition to his career, Zvi is involved in his community and supports building relationships in both his personal and professional life.

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In our interview with Johnathan Grzybowski of Penji, he dives into the reasons why leaders can support their people by fostering an open culture.

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In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we were joined by Jeff Gothelf, author of Sense and Respond. Jeff was a software designer for over 10 years, before eventually shifting his focus to providing value to customers by redefining the way design is integrated into software.

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In this episode we chatted with creative industry leader, Melissa McComas who shared her best practices on leading teams.

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In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we were joined by Jacob Baadsgaard Founder & CEO of Disruptive Advertising. Jacob began his career in the web analytics industry, eventually moving into marketing after working with various enterprise and Fortune 100 organizations to track their marketing efforts and data insights. Jacob founded Disruptive Advertising as an entrepreneur, and the organization now has over 150 employees.

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We were joined by Carey Rome, the CEO of Cypress Resources. Referring to himself as a “recovering CPA”, Carey started his career in accounting, and eventually moved into other areas of business, leading to positions as CFO, COO, and now CEO.

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Micah has been involved in the corporate world, facilitating and developing strategic plans, as well as in the entrepreneurial world, working on new and interesting creative projects. He recently merged these two worlds through the development of an online course aimed at helping entrepreneurs and small businesses learn about strategic planning.

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Art Kleiner is the Editor in Chief of Strategy and Business and a PWC Global thought leader and he shares how continuous learning helps leaders to grow and evolve their capabilities so that they can learn how they think and how their brain processes information.

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Carlos Valdes Dapena is the managing principal at Corporate Collaboration Resources and the Author of Lessons from Mars. Carlos shares his experiences as well as his best practices for developing strategies, teams, and collaboration.

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For this episode of our Strategy and Leadership Podcast, we were joined by Ron Carucci, the managing partner at Navalent, a small firm dedicated to assisting organizations and leadership teams through transformation and change. They help these businesses build their pathways strategically, organizationally, and culturally to create and implement the transformations they seek.

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In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we were joined by Carl Cox who is the CEO for for Cascade Strategy North America. Originally an accountant and CFO, Carl started off as a client of Australian based Cascade Strategy. As he developed in his executive roles, he became deeply involved in strategy work and eventually opened Cascade’s US office.

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Rebecca Zucker joined us for this episode to share her process for developing and coaching organizational leaders.

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Jacob Engel, the CEO of YEDA LLC, a consulting and leadership training company in New York joined us for this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast. Jacob’s work began in his family business that was started by his father, a Holocaust survivor. Over time, Jacob developed this organization, and when the financial market crashed in 2008, he was approached by various organizations and communities for guidance on developing and reinventing their businesses. Jacob has also written about the leadership ideas that his father shared with him, in his book, The Prosperous Leader.

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In this episode, we were joined by Paul Supal, the President at DigiStream Investigations. DigiStream is a private intelligence firm, specializing in research and investigation. Their role is to uncover, interpret and preserve open source intelligence for a variety of clients. Paul joined the organization in 2004, when there were around 20 staff members. Over the past 13 years, the organization has grown to include 265 employees, or “streamers”.

Paul started in an entry-level position and worked his way up to leadership positions, which is something he cites as a key part of the DigiStream culture: the opportunity for growth. From managing operations to sales, to accounts, to mentoring managers, to now being the President of their services company, Paul has gained a wide spectrum of leadership experience.

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In this episode, we are joined by Dave Blanchard, the CEO of the Og Mandino Leadership Institute, who is also an author, speaker and coach.

With a background in the real estate industry, he was deeply affected by the downturn in 1989, and began to pursue other career options, including writing and working with film and television commercials. This path eventually connected Dave with an opportunity to work with source material written by Og Mandino, “The Greatest Salesman in the World”, which led to the development of the Og Mandino Leadership Institute.

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In this episode of our Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Ryan Ouwehand, joins us to share his tips on motivating teams and leading strategy. With a love of people and a diverse background in sales, marketing, management, and brand strategy, Ryan explains why your people (both employees and clients) and business strategy are so closely linked.

Learn about his best practices for leading strategy and developing people. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/how-a-people-first-approach-can-maximize-your-strategy-interview-with-ryan-ouwehand

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As the leader of a tech organization, Gilad explained how strategy development is critical for technology companies, due to the rate of change and development in the field: it’s crucial to be proactive rather than reactive.

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Melissa Jaalaid joined us for this episode of our Strategy and Leadership Podcast to talk with us about developing strategy and leading teams in the restaurant industry. Melissa is the Director of Growth and Development at the local Vancouver chain, MeeT Restaurants. With a background in communications and human resources, Melissa has a passion for working directly with people and leading growth initiatives within the organization.

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Ashlii shares her tips and best practices for strategy and leadership, including:

The importance of employee culture building and tools, like DISC, that can be used to build self-awareness around personal behaviour and communication styles, as well as learning about how to relate to others.

These same tools can help leaders understand how to encourage their team members to contribute in their own styles. For example, those who are focused on accuracy and precision may be less likely to share their new ideas that they are uncertain about. If a leader is aware of this, they can encourage this type of employee to share their ideas during meetings and brainstorming sessions. Culture and communication have been extensively studied and there can be costs to your bottom line if you ignore these essential areas of business – Take the time to understand your team and to assess how cohesive you are.

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In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we spoke with Catherine Rigod Halprin, the Vice President, Head of Strategy Geometry Global.

She directs the business and creative outcomes for clients, steering their brand or products in the direction of their goals. She then works together with her team members to help the organizations put their plans in place.

Learn more about how listening to others can improve your leadership skills and enhance your organizational strategy. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/how-listening-to-others-can-help-you-gain-perspective-and-better-position-your-product-interview-with-catherine-rigod-halprin

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In this episode of our Strategy & Leadership Podcast, we spoke with Wesley Middleton, managing partner of MRZ, a certified public accounting firm in Houston, Texas. MRZ is a top 300 firm in the USA, and a top 25 firm in Houston. As a managing partner, Wesley has helped form an organization that is focused on growth and committed to culture – he even wrote a book about it: Violent Leadership: Be a Force for Change: Disrupt, Innovate.

Learn about his best practices for leading strategy and fostering a culture of innovation. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/how-to-develop-a-culture-of-success-and-innovation-interview-with-wesley-middleton

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In this episode, we were joined by Vivian Smith who is the Executive Director for the Langley Memorial Hospital Foundation. Vivian has worked with the not-for-profit sector for the past 30 years and has held roles such as the Director of Development, Chief Fundraising Officer, and as a consultant, working with small grassroots organizations as well as major universities within BC. Most recently, she joined the team at the Langley Memorial Hospital, and currently volunteers on the Board of Directors for the Langley Chamber of Commerce as well as the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Learn about her best practices for board leadership and strategy development. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/strategic-board-leadership-understanding-your-people-interview-with-vivian-smith-

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In this episode of our Strategy and Leadership Podcast, we were joined by Jeong Pyon who is the Senior Manager of Group Strategy for an international hotel chain in Vancouver. Hotel strategy is intertwined with revenue management, with the primary goal focusing on booking rooms to the right market segment. To best achieve this, group strategy managers must understand at both transient and group demands and how to plan strategically around these segments.

Learn about his best practices for leading strategy in a fast-paced and changing environment. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/developing-a-strategy-for-constant-change-interview-with-jeong-pyon

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In this special episode of the strategy and leadership podcast, we were joined by Ruth Nicholson, an IAF certified professional facilitator, and the founder of Go Governance and Operations Resources for Youth Sports, and is a partner of SME Strategy. She has been facilitating for over 25 years, starting out in the science and technology field, and has branched out to work with a variety of sectors. She has also served as a mediator for large groups discussing complex topics like nuclear waste clean-up and endangered species conservation.

Learn about her best practices for facilitating group meetings and strategy sessions. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/host-your-most-effective-meeting-interview-with-ruth-nicholson

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In this episode of our Strategy and Leadership Podcast, we talk with Archana Iyer. Archana is the Strategy Director at Weber Shandwick. She is a dreamer, a thinker, and a ‘culture vulture’. Originally from India, she worked for nine years in the advertising industry, and won various awards for her work in advertising strategy. She eventually moved to New York City, where she is currently leading strategy with Weber Shandwick and working with a variety of industries and organizations.

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There are 70 people in the Montreal office, including advertising teams, front and back end developers, content creators, and an in-house strategy team. There are six people on the strategy team who are able to work with diverse strategy needs a client might have. John and his team help clients define their strategy and positioning, create team buy-in, and then build the organization's branding and positioning from that strategy.

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When organizational values are either absent or not integrated or shared, there can be inconsistent behaviours. Other problems can arise, such as friction, conflict and disengagement. When values are communicated and shared, the leadership team can foster an environment of authenticity, creativity, and innovation, which is all built on human connection and trust.

During the podcast, Lorie shares some tips on how to become a better person and a better leader, which can lead to lasting positive impacts for your organization.

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Bob Prenovost, who is the Managing Principle at Propeller Advisors, joined us on our Strategy & Leadership Podcast to explain the strategic benefits of social enterprises. While we commonly think of a social enterprise as being either a non-profit or a not-for-profit organization, a social enterprise can also be a for-profit company that is committed to a social cause, whether it be for example humanitarian or environmental. Regardless of the sector, Propeller Advisors' mission is to help organizations become social enterprises.

We asked Bob why organizations might be interested in becoming social enterprises, especially non-profit organizations who might be struggling to retain funding. He explained that government and donor funding is increasingly limited, and not guaranteed, and the continuous search for funding may take more resources and output than income generated in the end.

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In this episode of our Strategy and Leadership Podcast, Brock McDonald, the CEO of the Recycling Council of BC, joined us to chat about strategic planning, team building, establishing partnerships and leading initiatives within a non-profit environmental organization. Brock has worked with the Recycling Council of BC since 2003 where their mission is to minimize and eventually eliminate waste.

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In this issue of our Strategy and Leadership Podcast, we talked with Jonathan Rewers, the Manager of Design Strategy and Delivery at the City and County of San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency. While Jonathan works with a wide variety of projects within his role, his main purpose is to lead teams through the strategy process to provide innovative ideas and solutions for city transportation. In essence, Jonathan is a problem solver.

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Rob Attwell, COO of Careteam Technologies, joins us for a chat on the strategies he uses to effectively manage his team and understand his clients. Overloading on processes has been known for slowing down innovation, but Rob talks about how Careteam is able to balance both while scaling up a nine-month start-up. Finally, Rob emphasizes that there is no excuse for not planning for the future.

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Having a committed group of people is the first step in creating an aligned strategic plan, you then have to work with all those committed people to agree on a direction and ultimately move forward. Cecilia Reyes, the Planning & Operations Manager at The David Suzuki Foundation shares her experience creating a strategic plan.

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Andrew Budkofsky the Chief Revenue Officer at Digital Trends Shares his best practices for leading remote teams, keeping them focused and aligned with organizational objectives.

Andrew has a rich background in media and technology, and has worked with cable television, web TV, interactive technologies and sales. Currently leading the sales team at Digital Trends, Andrew is involved with the latest technologies in the communications and media world.

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Julie Carbone, the Associate Director of Strategy at OMD Montreal, joined us to chat about aligning teams with organizational strategy and performance. When working with external clients in the world of advertising and marketing, there are two strategies to consider: both yours and theirs. It is important to work together and communicate with internal teams, as well as client teams. Some great topics Julie chats about include:

-Assigning ownership of projects to individual team members to increase accountability

-Understanding where strategy and performance align in the high speed advertising and marketing industry

-The importance of challenging your team while maintaining a collaborative environment

-Why leaders should model behaviours that support the organization's strategy

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How do you get 11000 people all working together? You need someone whose only job is to support communication and collaboration within that organization. Meet Charles Jessup. He's an internal facilitator and he's coming to a meeting near you. On a daily basis, Charles leads and facilitates meetings, workshops and events for internal managers and leaders within the company, looking to improve their side of the organization.

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Jeremy Bailey, the Creative Director for Product at FreshBooks, (an online accounting system for small businesses) joined us to chat about strategy, leadership and culture and how these help influence creativity and customer service. Jeremy shares insights on how critical thinking and team building can help organizations align their teams with their mission, empowering them to make decisions, as the organization grows.

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Jane Watson,the Head of People at Actionable (actionable.co), chatted with us about organizational culture, and its relationship with strategy. With experience across many sectors, Jane has worked with a multitude of teams and people, and has worked in the HR sphere for over 15 years. When it comes to organizational culture, there are a few key takeaway learnings.

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Shane is the Director of Operations, Vancouver Island, at Paladin Security Group Ltd., and he has been with the company for 6 years. What I appreciate about this conversation is hearing about some of the tactics Paladin used to develop the people in their organization, and how Shane was able to follow a set growth trajectory.

Paladin is one of the fastest growing companies in Canada. Their culture of growth and development is fundamental to their success.

Shane shares his story: Coming out of university and working on figuring out where to work next.

With talent at a premium, Paladin has figured out how to create a pipeline of new employees, as well as retain them. Shane explains how Paladin Security does things and how it has benefited both the leadership team and employees.

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Mission statements are often exercises in wordsmithing that lack an emotional connection and simplicity that will compel people into action.

My Neighbour who is a journalist was inspired to recommit to her mission as her sense of purpose became (once again) clear after the recent events surrounding US Politics.

Here's how you can create a mission statement that your people will be inspired to put into action.

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Ellen Naylor joined us to talk about the importance of strategy, as well as understanding the system of Win Loss Analysis. Not only is Ellen the author of the book Win Loss Analysis, but she also works closely with organizations to help them understand what the customer is looking for, and how to implement it.

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Being able to communicate effectively with people is a key skill for any manager or leader. We recently had both Valentine's day and Family day. I took some lessons from those communications with loved ones to share with you and your employees.

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Being able to retain and attract talent is as challenging as ever. With changes in demographics and changes in technology, talented millennials are becoming a hot commodity in a rapidly changing world.

We get to sit down with author and speaker Eric Termuende to learn about his experiences speaking all over the world on the subject of culture fit and how companies can optimize their organization’s culture to attract and retain their talent.

Some of his pieces advice include:

-Story telling the best parts of your business to attract talent -Creating a culture that align with millenials (and non millenials alike) -Be aware of the hard costs of not retaining talent and the risks of hiring the wrong people.

Learn about his best practices for strategy and culture development. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/rethinking-work-with-eric-termuende

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Greg Oyhenart, the senior VP of Corporate Development and the Chief Strategy Officer of a BC financial institution, joined us to chat about developing strategy and leading teams. Greg has worked with a variety of orgnizations, from small businesses to midsize enterprises, across a variety of sectors.

Through this, he has found parallels across industires for the best ways to lead teams, manage organizations, and implement strategy. Taking strategy back to simplicity, Greg references the father of modern management, Peter Drucker, and some of his key secrets that still work, over 40 years later.

Learn about his best practices for strategy and leadership. See the full post here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/the-importance-of-story-telling-and-your-strategy-interview-with-greg-oyhenart

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There are a few keys to a successful strategic plan and it seems everyone has a different approach to strategic planning and getting alignment with their organizations.

I was fortunate enough to chat with Michael Stewart of Work Effects. His organization aligns company culture with business strategy. They help organizations leverage trust, inspire their people, and transform their leaders.

Who doesn't want that? You can find out more about Michael and Work effects at: work-effects.com

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Neelima Firth has a long background in strategy; starting in biotech and pharmaceuticals, managing small and medium businesses, consulting, and eventually joining the board of the Association of Strategic Planning have led to Neelima becoming greatly experienced in the world of organizational strategy.

In this interview, Neelima speaks about the importance of inclusion within strategy. Rather than a top down approach, it's better to have your employees and team members participate in the planning process as soon as possible to help create a greater buy-in and a goal oriented company culture.

Neelima also speaks to managing growth, change, as well as honesty in regards to understanding and acknowledging where your organization is really at, and using that as a starting point for moving forward.

Learn about her best practices for strategy and leadership. See the full post and transcript here: https://www.smestrategy.net/blog/creating-an-inclusive-strategy-and-onboarding-your-team-interview-with-neelima-firth

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Alexa Pitoulis is a change management consultant in Vancouver who spent the past few years growing and scaling a non profit called Open Media. Many of the keys to success in their strategic planning success were transparency, communication and culture change.

Learn about her best practices for strategy and leadership. See the full post and transcript here: http://www.smestrategy.net/blog/keys-to-success-in-culture-change-and-strategy-with-alexa-pitoulis

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