Whether you're a manager trying to move your organization in a new direction, an entrepreneur seeking to fix a consumer pain point, or a non-profit leader working to improve society, it can be hard to turn your and others' passion for a cause into meaningful change. Shannon Watts, the founder of Moms Demand Action, a gun safety advocacy group, shares how she ... 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
Aug 2021
How do you keep going when everything is crashing around you | Yusr Sabra | Leadership Activators Global Edition #15
Being a business owner is often portrayed as a masculine and assertive figure. A lonely rider, a warrior with a strong character, who crushes through obstacles and overcomes challenges with stoicism and determination. What if you are a woman who believes that business is a way to ... Show More
42m 25s
Feb 2025
216. When To Start Your Next Act and How to Make Decisions with Kelley Babcock Co-CEO of Leadership Growth Formula
In this episode, we sit down with Kelley Babcock, the co-CEO of Leadership Growth Formula, to dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship, decision-making, and leadership growth. Kelley shares her expertise on partnering for success, making tough career decisions, and how to dev ... Show More
35m 8s
Apr 2025
Reclaiming Your Power: Moms Demand Action’s Shannon Watts on Living a Life of Passion and Purpose
Description: Today’s guest, Shannon Watts, has come to be known as a formidable force in the world. As the founder of Moms Demand Action, the largest grassroots movement against gun violence formed after the Sandy Hook school shooting tragedy in 2012, her activism has mobilized m ... Show More
1h 7m
May 2022
How to Create Time, Reduce Errors, and Scale Your Business | Nomiki Georgiadis | Leadership Activators Global Edition #20
My special guest in this episode is Nomiki Georgiadis founder and director of Business to Business Buzz. As a SYSTEMologist® and Marketing Systems Specialist, Nomiki enjoys building marketing assets and business systems, for busy owners of SMEs. Business owners hire Nomiki, when ... Show More
46m 36s
Aug 2024
Shaped by Sacrifice: How a Soldier's Death Forged a Mission-Driven Leader
A leader is many things, but most importantly, a leader should be someone willing to take accountability, even if some things are out of their control. A great leader should have the ability to prove that actions speak louder than words. In this week’s episode, we have the absolu ... Show More
47m 40s
May 2025
355. The Secret Sauce of Thought Leadership (and How to Find Yours) with Cris Gordon
What if your next level of growth isn’t about doing more, but showing up more powerfully for the work you’re already doing? In this episode of CEO School, host Suneera Madhani sits down with powerhouse publicist and founder of CBee Communications, Cris Gordon, for a masterclass o ... Show More
29m 40s
Nov 2024
Transformational Leadership
Welcome to another insightful episode of "Accelerate Your Business Growth." Today, we're thrilled to have Brenda Neckvatal, a two-time best-selling author, award-winning HR professional, and serial entrepreneur featured in prominent publications like Forbes and Fast Company. Bren ... Show More
34m 54s
Aug 2024
From “Gardener” to “Goat”: 5 Leadership Lessons to Take Your Business to The Next Level
Ralph and Lauren dive into the critical role of leadership in business success, sharing their experiences from the Elite Leadership Summit in Park City, Utah. From the adrenaline of mountain biking mishaps to the insightful strategies discussed at the conference, they explore the ... Show More
49m 3s