CEOs get a ton of credit or blame for a company’s performance. But the entire leadership team is vital to success, and any dysfunction is often overlooked. Sometimes the CEOs leading them don’t even see that they’re not working. Thomas Keil, management professor at the University of Zurich, and Marianna Zangrillo, a partner at The Next Advisors, have intervi ... Show More
Aug 19
How to Bring More Rigor to Your Long-Term Thinking
Amid great economic, political, and technological change, it can feel impossible to predict what might happen next. Nick Foster, a futurist and designer who has worked at Google X, Sony, and elsewhere, says that most of us struggle because we tend to fall into one pattern of thin ... Show More
32m 1s
Dec 2024
166-The Leadership Crisis CEOs Don’t See Coming with Dave Ulrich
Are you leading a business in uncertain times and seeking ways to harness human capability to drive value for all stakeholders?
In this thought-provoking episode of The World Class Leader Show, Andrea Petrone sits down with Dave Ulrich, a world-renowned HR and leadership expert, ... Show More
45m 17s
Aug 13
How to Make Fractional Leadership Work
If you need senior talent but can’t afford full-time hires, consider fractional leadership, where part-time executives work with multiple organizations. Common in startups, the practice is spreading to other sectors, yet many leaders don’t know how to make it work. Researcher Tom ... Show More
30m 25s
Apr 2025
#234: Mary Barra, Chair and CEO of General Motors – Seek the truth
Ever made a decision based on limited info, internal spin, or wishful thinking? You’re not alone—but there’s a better way. In this episode, David sits down with General Motors Chair and CEO, Mary Barra. She shares how a relentless commitment to the truth leads to better decisions ... Show More
50m 36s
Jul 1
Why Construction Companies Stop Growing—and How to Fix It
Growth isn’t just about bigger projects or tighter timelines; it’s about developing leadership. When the leaders try to do everything themselves, struggle to delegate, or are unable to build trust within their teams, it often leads to hitting the ceiling. Emotional intelligence, ... Show More
44m 10s
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
Jun 3
What makes a great leader?
What makes a great leader in today’s world of AI, remote work, and generational change? In this episode of the Lasting Impressions Podcast, Maya sits down with leadership coach Omar Ismail to unpack the real challenges and transformative skills leaders must master in 2025. From e ... Show More
1h 3m
Apr 2025
#235: Dave McKay, President and CEO of RBC – Go public with your big goals
Feel like you’ve hit a ceiling in your career? Your boldest ideas might be the thing that breaks through—but only if you say them out loud. In this episode, Dave McKay, President and CEO of RBC, shares why going public with big goals isn’t just bold. It’s strategic. Learn how cla ... Show More
59m 36s