logo
episode-header-image
Aug 2024
10 m

3 More Questions (Ram Charan) with David...

David Novak
About this episode
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can a leader sift through issues they face to figure out what they really need to focus on and fix?  Why do you believe it’s so important to be able to ask incisive questions that generate insights no one would have come up with? What’s your take on Ram’s perspective of "people ... Show More
Up next
Nov 20
#266: Richard Fain, Former CEO of Royal Caribbean Group – Push past comfortable
Today’s cruise ships are floating cities – complete with waterslides, sushi bars, and even roller skating rinks.  But it wasn’t always that way. Today, we’re joined by the leader who helped pioneer the megaship era and transform Royal Caribbean into a global vacation powerhouse. ... Show More
1h 12m
Nov 13
#265: Jim McCann, American entrepreneur and former CEO of 1-800-Flowers – Find a way to connect
Jim McCann didn’t set out to become an entrepreneur. He was a social worker and bartender before finding his way into the floral business. But no matter what he did, he always found a way to connect with people. That instinct eventually led him to build 1-800-Flowers, where he ex ... Show More
1h 18m
Nov 6
#264: Bracken Darrell, CEO of VF Corporation – Good design can make anything better
Bracken Darrell led remarkable turnarounds at both Old Spice and Logitech. Now he’s the CEO of VF Corporation, where he’s working to revitalize iconic brands like The North Face, Timberland, Vans, and more. Hit play on this episode and take a look at his playbook. It’s all about ... Show More
1h 3m
Recommended Episodes
Jul 2023
What the Best Leaders Do Differently with Scott J. Miller
<p>Episode #254 // We’re approached all the time to interview other thought leaders on this podcast. However, since <em>No Bullsh!t Leadership</em> is predominantly a solo cast, we reluctantly decline 99% of these requests.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>But one email popped into our Inbox a ... Show More
48m 11s
Mar 2025
348: Master Collaboration and Leadership Using Improv Techniques with Joel Zeff
Most workplaces focus too much on structure and not enough on fun. But what if the secret to a thriving team was something unexpected—like improv? Fortunately, today’s guest is here to break down everything you need to know about improv and how it can benefit you and your team.Me ... Show More
34m 49s
Jan 2022
Introductory Episode - A Little About Me and How I Will Improve You
"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the First-Time Leaders Accelerated℠ Podcast."60% of first-time leaders fail, often due to overlooked prerequisites. If you are a first-time leader and want to avoid these common failures, this is your podcast. Welcome to F ... Show More
3m 19s
Aug 2022
Episode 34: Teaching Champions with Brian Martin
<p><strong>Brian Martin</strong> is a second grade teacher and has taught for 20 years in a rural district in Western New York. He is a former assistant coach for his school’s&nbsp;boys varsity basketball team and veteran of the United States Army having served in Iraq. He is the ... Show More
57m 26s
Dec 2024
The Questions Leaders Need to Be Asking Themselves
Robert Steven Kaplan says the best leaders are exceptionally good at asking tough questions so they can make the right decisions. Kaplan is the author of the book What to Ask the Person in the Mirror: Critical Questions for Becoming a More Effective Leader and Reaching Your Poten ... Show More
13m 25s
Jul 2025
How Leaders Undermine Their Own Authority
Does your organization lack quality leadership? In this episode of HBR’s advice podcast, Dear HBR:, cohosts Alison Beard and Dan McGinn answer your questions with the help of Peter Bregman, the CEO of Bregman Partners and author of the book Leading with Emotional Courage. They ta ... Show More
36m 7s
Apr 2025
730: How to Take Initiative, with Tom Henschel
Tom Henschel: The Look & Sound of Leadership Tom Henschel of Essential Communications supports senior leaders and executive teams. An internationally recognized expert in the field of workplace communications and self-presentation, he has helped thousands of leaders achieve exce ... Show More
36m 16s
Sep 12
3 Things Every Leader Needs to Thrive
3 things every leader needs, 2 longtime leadership experts, 1 can't-miss bonus episode of the Maxwell Leadership Podcast. In this episode, John Maxwell joins Mark Cole (live!) for a powerful discussion with author and speaker Jon Gordon. You'll discover the three key elements tha ... Show More
45m 37s
Jul 2025
Self-Leadership - One of Four Leader Prerequisites
"Send me a text message and let me know what you think of the First-Time Leaders Accelerated℠ Podcast."This episode will be my final episode of 2025. I will be focusing on what I believe is the most important leader skill, Self-Leadership. Self-leadership is a fancy way of descri ... Show More
7m 10s
Jan 2021
Tuesday’s Tips — Rockefeller Habits Checklist
Are you making things harder than they need to be? Despite our best intentions, we can sometimes overcomplicate the simplest of tasks. Bill is used to working with passionate leaders who want to make the world a better place. The problem comes with delegation. An active founder o ... Show More
3m 45s