Listening well is an essential aspect of leadership - not just to maintain good relationships with employees, but to drive real business improvements and results. But many of us still get it wrong - or might think we are good listeners but don't give that impression to our teams. Jeff Yip, assistant professor of management at Simon Fraser University’s Beedle ... Show More
Oct 7
The Trouble with Tech Companies (and Their Strategies)
Cory Doctorow, author and digital rights advocate, argues that big tech companies from Facebook to Google and beyond have evolved - or devolved - in a disappointing way. He says that many large tech companies begin with a good product, but that over time they prioritize first bus ... Show More
26m 30s
Sep 30
How to Lead with Courage in Chaotic Times
Courage involves taking bold action despite uncertainty and fear. In a volatile business environment, it's hard to be brave. But Ranjay Gulati, a professor at Harvard Business School, says that there are strategies any of us can use to get improve our ability to make smart bets o ... Show More
32m 9s
Sep 23
Steven Pinker on Speculation Bubbles, Super Bowl Ads, and What Leaders Need to Know About Group Psychology
As a leader, psychology is fundamental to your success - whether that means understanding consumer behavior, team dynamics, or even your own biases and blind spots. Harvard professor Steven Pinker says that an important phenomena to understand is that of common knowledge and its ... Show More
27m 29s
Nov 2024
Ep 65 Stop Making These 3 Mistakes If You Want to Speak Like a Leader
In this webinar, I break down 3 actionable strategies to help non-native English speakers build confidence, communicate with clarity and connect with colleagues and peers in any leadership role. Whether you're looking to improve your professional influence, make your ideas heard, ... Show More
53m 9s
Aug 2024
How to Be a Great Manager
Do managers really matter? Spoiler alert: Yes, they do! In this episode of Leadership Launchpad, we delve into the powerful findings from Google’s extensive Project Oxygen study, which demonstrates just how crucial effective managers are. I’m Matt Gjertsen, a former Air Force ins ... Show More
10m 54s
Sep 2024
599: Richard Winters, M.D. - Leadership Lessons From Mayo Clinic ("You're The Leader, Now What?")
Read our book, The Score That Matters https://amzn.to/3XxHi7p Full show notes at www.LearningLeader.com Sustaining Excellence Good get at getting stuff done Make a change from an expert to a learning machine Apply to be in my Learning Leader Circle Leadership is: Teaching – shari ... Show More
55m 15s
Dec 2021
Leaning into Leadership
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 all ... Show More
3m 27s
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
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
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