logo
episode-header-image
Sep 2022
44m 47s

Episode #224 David Gergen

FRANKLINCOVEY
About this episode
Hearts Touched with Fire | Join American political commentator and former presidential adviser David Gergen as he shares insights and practical leadership lessons learned from the four United States presidents he worked with in his career. Your Leadership Legacy: Use this tool to define the kind of leader you want to be and the goals you want to achieve. ... Show More
Up next
Yesterday
Joe Atkinson: Leading AI Transformation Without Leaving People Behind
AI transformation is moving faster than any prior technology shift, but Joe Atkinson argues the real challenge isn’t technical—it’s human. Drawing on his experience leading AI strategy at PwC, Atkinson explains why empathy, listening, and clarity are now core leadership capabilit ... Show More
31m 17s
Apr 21
Eric Ries: Your Culture Is the Problem—Not Your People
When teams fail to innovate, leaders often blame execution, alignment, or talent. Eric Ries argues the real issue is leadership itself. Drawing on ideas from The Lean Startup and his latest work on building “incorruptible” organizations, Ries explains why companies unintentionall ... Show More
36m 24s
Apr 14
Jennifer Colosimo: Expect a Lot, Care a Lot
Leadership is a constant tension between driving results and genuinely caring for people. Jennifer Colosimo, former president of FranklinCovey's enterprise division, shares how great leaders navigate that balance. Drawing on decades of experience across consulting, sales, and exe ... Show More
21m 30s
Recommended Episodes
Jul 2025
3 More Questions (Jimmy Kirchdorfer) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How do YOU think about mission statements? What are some practical ways a leader can drive the concept of "psychological safety" throughout their organization? What’s your perspective on encouraging emergi ... Show More
11m 16s
Jul 2024
Stephen Covey on the Future of Leadership
The world has changed, but the leadership landscape is stuck in old ways that no longer work. But there is a fresh approach that empowers teams to thrive in a rapidly changing world. New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author Stephen Covey shares what the future o ... Show More
42m 37s
Jul 2024
315: Be a Better Leader By Embracing Radical Humility with Urs Koenig
As a manager, you are entrusted to lead and manage your team, but that doesn’t mean you’ll always get things right.When you have power and authority, it can be challenging to own your shortfalls and mistakes. After all, you are someone that your team members look up to. But our g ... Show More
30m 50s
Dec 2021
Leaning into Leadership
<p>Hi, I'm Dr. Darrin Peppard and this is the Leaning into Leadership podcast. As a 26 year educator, I have been a leader as a coach, teacher, assistant principal, principal, and superintendent. It is my goal with this podcast to bring to you every week an organic conversation a ... Show More
3m 27s
Feb 2025
3 More Questions (Allan Thygesen) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How would you go about offering coaching? Where did you learn to be a great salesperson? How did you and do you stay visible as a leader?  ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes ... Show More
11m 30s
Apr 2025
How to Be a Leader People Love to Follow
tail spinning
38m 27s
Apr 2025
#236: Mark Shapiro, President and COO of TKO; President and Managing Partner of WME Group – Set clear expectations
If your team isn’t delivering, it might not be a lack of effort or strategy. It might be a lack of clarity. In this episode, David sits down with media and entertainment legend Mark Shapiro. He’s the President and COO of TKO and the President and Managing Partner of WME Group, an ... Show More
1 h
Apr 2024
3 More Questions (Hal Rosenbluth) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What process did you use when you had 1.5 million employees across the world to ensure your cultural values were implemented globally? How do you know when it’s time for someone to move on … or if they j ... Show More
12m 27s
Feb 2025
Episode 34 - Building Soldiers and Shaping Leaders: Leadership insights with CSgt Anwar Pitters, Grenadier Guards
<p>In this episode, our host Ash Bhardwaj speaks with CSgt Anwar Pitters, an experienced British Army leader whose career has been defined by his dedication to developing soldiers and maintaining the highest standards of leadership. With a wealth of operational experience and a p ... Show More
33m 16s
Sep 2024
What We Can Learn from Great Political Speakers
The worlds of business and politics might seem worlds apart, but executives can learn a lot from the most successful political communicators. Terry Szuplat spent several years on the speechwriting team for President Barack Obama, helping to carefully craft his messages and win ov ... Show More
27m 50s