The Human Connection Archives - Business Advancement: Recent Episodes
The Human Connection Archives - Business Advancement
These days we’re all in uncharted territory. In the midst of the uncertainty and ambiguity, one thing is clear. The needs of employees, customers, partners, investors, shareholders, and other key stakeholders will change in many unpredictable ways. That’s where leading with humility can propel our companies forward. Staying open to everyone’s different perspectives — andRead More
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A common belief of many high achievers is “Everyone can see my value because of all the good work I do.” You may even believe this about yourself as a CEO or C-Suite executive. But all too often, this isn’t the case. Others may not be perceiving your unique value, and this can lead toRead More
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We’re noticing that increasing business transparency is on the minds of many CEOs, C-Suite executives, and Corporate Directors. Maybe it’s on your mind, too. At its best, being transparent with employees and other stakeholders can create understanding and clarity for decisions impacting top and bottom-line results. Yet, at the same time, your leadership team needsRead More
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As a CEO or C-Suite executive, have you ever felt yourself searching for new language that can fully engage employees, customers, partners, suppliers, and others with your company’s purpose and mission? If so, be sure to listen to our fan-favorite conversation with Libby Wagner, a poet, author, speaker, and business consultant. She shares how embracingRead More
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As the world keeps changing, it’s more likely than ever that you may be leading to build high-performing cross-cultural relationships. These can include relationships with employees, customers, partners, investors, and many other stakeholders. The challenge is that even leaders who are familiar with national cultural norms can run into barriers from miscommunication and misunderstanding. ThisRead More
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Are you among the growing number of CEOs and C-Suite executives who have decided it’s time for employees to return to the office 5-days a week? If so, you may be experiencing a wide range of reactions. While some people may be fine with returning to the office, others with hybrid work arrangements may be resistingRead More
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One of the most significant challenges of leading yourself and others is encountering a major crisis you’ve never faced before. What does it take to not only survive but to use crisis as a springboard for growth? Our guest this week shares a deeply personal story of how he was able to draw upon hisRead More
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Did you know that even if you’re shaping a culture based upon respect, others may misinterpret well-intended encounters in the rapidly changing business environment? Finding new ways of helping others feel respected can change the game. This week, we’re revisiting our Fan-Favorite conversation about new ways to look at perceptions of respect with returning guestRead More
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What does it take to consistently “show up” as a leader who can engage employees, customers, partners and other stakeholders? And how can this impact innovation? Our guest this week, Dave Wendland, was recently featured in an article as an example of a leader who consistently “shows up” for others. He is an Innovator, KeynoteRead More
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What can it take for your company to be the disruptor and not the disrupted? In this Fan-Favorite episode, we speak with Silicon Valley legend Feyzi Fatehi, CEO of Corent Technology, Inc., about his award-winning approach to human-centric leadership and what he calls his “leadership operating system.” Feyzi is a technology visionary, inventor, innovator, andRead More
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What does it mean to be a transformational leader as the world keeps changing? This is not just a philosophical question. It has very real top-line and bottom-line implications regarding your decisions, actions and outcomes. This week we discuss the surprising truth about transformational leadership with Dr. Gloria Burgess. She’s the CEO of Jazz Inc.Read More
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What does it take to stand out from the competition in a crowded marketplace? Our guest, Barry LaBov, provides unique answers. He is the multi-award-winning President and CEO of LaBov Marketing Communications and Training. His book, “The Power of Differentiation,” will be published on June 25, 2024. In this week’s podcast, we revisit our 2023Read More
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Are you looking for additional ways to engage with employees, customers, partners, investors and other critical stakeholders? If so, consider that impactful, transformative communication comes from more than how you shape your message. Our guest, Oscar Trimboli shares that “deep listening” can be what others have called a “leadership superpower.” Oscar Trimboli is a keynoteRead More
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Many of us start the New Year with good intentions and a sense of purpose. But as the year goes on, life happens, and it can be challenging to stay in sync with the purpose you originally envisioned. That’s why making the time for what we call “checkpoints” can be so valuable. It’s a goodRead More
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One of our friends recently sent us a thought-provoking article titled “Influencer or Influential: Which Would You Rather Be?” This question resonated with us because we’re seeing a growing number of CEOs who are also taking on the role of “Influencer-in- Chief.” While sharing thoughts and ideas about various issues through social media canRead More
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If you’re like many of the top leaders we work with, you have a can-do attitude that enables you to take on tough issues and do what it takes to exceed expectations. You assume that you’re resilient. But in the face of unrelenting demands, anyone can burn out and not even realize it. This week,Read More
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How do you celebrate your company’s major milestones? Maybe you have a party; some companies ring bells. It’s important to celebrate in meaningful ways that fit with your company’s culture. Beyond the celebration, milestones can serve as an opportunity to reflect on your vision and what you’ve learned so far. This can help you makeRead More
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As a visionary top leader, you’re already thinking big and seeking out new adventures to help you challenge your boundaries of what you think is possible. Maybe you’ve climbed Kilimanjaro or sailed to the Antarctic. However, adventures such as these can be few and far between. Fortunately, there is another route to redefining what’s possibleRead More
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Have you ever wondered why some people seem to be luckier than others? What if there were ways to go beyond random chance to make luck more predictable? This week, we feature our Fan Favorite conversation with Monica Laurence, a TEDx speaker, global entrepreneur, business strategist, and mentor. We discuss what she’s learned about usingRead More
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Are you like many of the visionary top leaders we speak with who have made business innovation a top priority in the constantly changing world? If so, you know how important it is to keep finding new ways to think more expansively, creatively, and collaboratively as a C-Suite team. In this week’s episode, we speakRead More
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In the year ahead, are you reimagining what’s possible to create game-changing growth for your company? If so, you may be like many top leaders we speak with who bring together people with a wide variety of perspectives. Their insights can be especially valuable when you’re moving your company into complex, uncharted territory. But leadingRead More
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Are you like many of the top leaders who have shared how important it is to go beyond transactional interactions and create deeper connections with people? These are the conversations that can strengthen the mutual trust, collaboration, commitment it takes to bring big dreams to life. Sometimes these connections happen naturally over a meal. OtherRead More
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Is it possible to use jargon and buzzwords as an ally of connection instead of as its enemy? Every industry, business, and profession has its own language representing complex ideas. While it can be confusing and alienating to people who don’t understand it, there are ways to use these terms and phrases to promote understandingRead More
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Are you looking for a starting point to refresh, renew, and take yourselves and your company to even higher levels of growth in the New Year? We’ve found that leading with purpose can make all the difference in bringing big dreams to life. In this week’s episode, our guest Kuda Biza, shares his approach toRead More
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As we start the New Year, maybe this scenario seems familiar: you want employees to return to the office, but they want a different arrangement. If so, maybe it’s time to reimagine the culture of your hybrid organization. In this “Quick Take”episode, we discuss why hybrid organizations may stay with us for the foreseeable future.Read More
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What does it mean to lead a happy company in the face of uncertainty? And for that matter, whose happiness should we be most concerned with? It’s time to change the narrative on the value of leading a happy company. In this episode. we revisit our fan-favorite conversation with Edwin Edebiri, MBA, about the importanceRead More
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As a visionary top leader, you’re already thinking big and seeking out new adventures to help you challenge your boundaries of what you think is possible. Maybe you’ve climbed Kilimanjaro or sailed to the Antarctic. However adventures such as these can be few and far between. Fortunately, there is another route to redefining what’s possibleRead More
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One of the most challenging aspects of being a visionary CEO of a successful company is leading high-stakes conversations with your C-Suite and Board about challenging issues. Maybe you’re making a game-changing decision about innovation to enter a new market. Maybe you’re making decisions about reorganizing for transformation. Or perhaps it’s something else. But likeRead More
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Did you know that even if you’re shaping a culture based upon respect, others may misinterpret well intended encounters in the rapidly changing business environment? Finding new ways of helping others feel respected can be a game-changer. This week, we’re discussing new ways to look at perceptions of respect with returning guest, Gena Cox, PhD.Read More
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Are you among the many CEOs and C-Suite executives who are finding it challenging to identify and develop emerging leaders in the changing business landscape? While surveys point to a number of reasons for this issue, it can leave everyone scrambling and your company vulnerable when a leadership need suddenly arises. How about considering aRead More
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What learning goals have you and your organization recently accomplished this year? Not only is it important to celebrate them, it’s important to share the news with others in your community. This way everyone is updated on how you’re staying current and responsive to the changing world. That’s why in this “Quick Take” conversation weRead More
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Many of us have long accepted that “change is a constant.” But do you ever feel as if the past few years have taken the roller coaster of change into a whole new dimension of twists and turns? We’re not just leading to steer our organizations through the changing environment. We also need to bringRead More
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One of the most challenging aspects of being the visionary CEO of a successful, growth-oriented company is exemplifying the habit of life-long learning. This can help you keep igniting game-changing growth in the constantly changing world. Media, books, podcasts, conferences, and continuing executive education are all helpful. However, they are still just a starting point. Read More
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If you lead a family business, you probably deal with the challenge of building a lasting family business legacy every day. Establishing good governance and nurturing leadership talent from inside and outside the family are important parts of a strong foundation. However, family dynamics also have a very powerful impact on how a family company’sRead More
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Have you ever been mystified by why people sometimes behave in ways that seem to defy reason? This disconnect can strongly impact every aspect of our business and personal life. To better understand this issue we speak with Tim Ash, international keynote speaker, advisor to senior executives, and expert in evolutionary psychology and digital marketing.Read More
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Like many of the leaders we speak with, you may often encounter conflict as part of our constantly changing business environment. Of course, conflict in and of itself is not bad. In the end, it’s what we do with the conflict that matters. In this “Quick Take” episode, we discuss the choices we can allRead More
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Are you looking for more powerful ways to differentiate your company and stand out from the pack? How about leading your company like a rock band? Our guest is Barry LaBov, President and CEO of LaBov Marketing Communications and Training. He is a former rock musician as well as a globally recognized and respected author,Read More
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Mentors can come from anywhere. While some are assigned to us, the best mentorship comes from those with whom we form a personal bond of mutual respect and regard. We have been fortunate to have been (mostly informally) mentored by a world class educator and innovator — Scott’s father. In recognition of his birthday onRead More
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What does it mean to lead a happy company in the face of uncertainty ? And for that matter, whose happiness should we be most concerned with? It’s time to change the narrative on leading a happy company. In this episode. we speak with Edwin Edebiri, MBA, about the importance of CEOs taking on theRead More
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Did you know that there’s strong evidence that leading with humility can foster a more successful, innovative, and resilient organization? Humble leadership includes the ability to consider others’ opinions, act with self-awareness, and lead from a spirit of generosity instead of narcissism. To achieve ambitious goals as the world keeps changing, we need each otherRead More
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Are you growing your company through M&A? It’s tempting to focus primarily on the transactional side of the deal; but there’s also an emotional journey post-acquisition that can impact success of the deal. Knowing what to look for can help you and your organization thrive despite the uncertainty and challenges of the transition. Thriving ThroughRead More
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Big adventures can help us challenge the boundaries of what we think is possible. However, adventures such as climbing a mountain or sailing across the Atlantic can be few and far between. This is especially true for CEOs, C-Suite executives and corporate directors with demanding schedules. That’s why it’s important to embrace the eye-opening adventuresRead More
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As you lead your company to new levels of success, you’re making big decisions that challenge the status quo. These may include merger & acquisition, entering a new market, reorganization, and more. How are you facing employees’ and other stakeholders’ likely resistance to your leadership decisions around these issues? Some CEOs and C-Suite executives activelyRead More
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As a CEO or C-Suite leader, perhaps you’ve been under pressure to address societal issues such as climate change, economic inequality and workforce reskilling. If so, you’re not alone. According to the 2023 Edelman Trust Barometer, there is a growing expectation for CEOs to actively support societal issues their employees and other key stakeholders careRead More
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Did you know that every January is National Mentoring Month in the U.S.? Who has been an important mentor in your life? In this “Quick Take” episode (which we recorded in January), we share the first in an occasional segment we’re calling “Thanking our Mentors.” The first mentor we’re thanking is Scott’s father, Dr. W.Read More
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Have you ever wondered how great leaders live a life worth remembering? We first spoke with Dr. Jann Freed about the issue of legacy back in 2020 in our episode “The Secret to Living a Life of Meaning – Every Day.” This went on to become a fan favorite episode. Jann shared elements of aRead More
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Are you focused on creating stronger, more impactful strategic relationships in the New Year? If so, one of the biggest challenges you may be facing is balancing the tension between cooperation and competition among your many stakeholders. With relationships of coopetition increasing across industries, rethinking our habits and assumptions will become more important than ever. That’sRead More
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When you’re leading for game-changing growth, the disadvantages you face can sometimes seem daunting. Perhaps your company has entered a new industry sector and you’re facing unexpected challenges as you compete with market leaders. Maybe you’re facing a tight timeline and there are serious disagreements between employees, partners and other stakeholders about the best strategyRead More
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Have you ever wondered why it can be so challenging to see meaningful outcomes from very well-intentioned efforts to enhance diversity? Dr. Gena Cox joins us to discuss the essential role of top leadership in fostering a culture of inclusion in their organizations to close this gap. A noted voice on human-centered leadership, Gena showsRead More
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No matter how savvy and experienced you are in leading your company, it can be quite another thing to lead yourself and others to advocate for your loved one during a medical crisis. Our guest is Saundra Rogers, a speaker, storyteller, and veteran teacher of English Language learners. She joins us to speak about herRead More
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Kris Kelso is a Keynote Speaker, Entrepreneurial Leadership Coach, and Author of the book Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence. In his book, Kris writes about how leaders can overcome that persistent voice inside their heads that tells them they’re not good enough. He is a certified leadership coach andRead More
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We speak with Coco Brown, the founder & CEO of The Athena Alliance, about the unconventional leadership she uses to build virtual relationships at the highest levels in her company and extended alliance network. Coco joins us to discuss Athena Alliance’s goals and how the fully-remote network enables female leaders to advance their careers. SheRead More
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We speak with Coco Brown, the founder & CEO of The Athena Alliance, about the unconventional leadership she uses to build virtual relationships at the highest levels in her company and extended alliance network. This is part one of our wide-ranging conversation. It was such a wonderful interchange that we just couldn’t cut it short!Read More
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