Hear Robert Dilenschneider explain the components of character as presented in his book Character: Life Lessons in Courage, Integrity, and Leadership. He shares some of the achievements of leaders and groundbreakers who shaped our world and explores how their lessons in life and in business can provide invaluable advice and hopeful direction for young leaders. To learn more visit robertldilenschneider.com
Aug 01, 2025•23 min•Season 8Ep. 808
Hear Margaret Moore talk about nine capacities for leadership growth, from her latest book, The Science of Leadership: Nine Ways to Expand Your Impact . She explains the extensive research that led to this comprehensive guide of fundamentals you need to be the kind of leader that inspires others to perform at their best. Learn more at scienceofleadership.com
Jul 01, 2025•30 min•Season 8Ep. 807
Hear Michelle Gladieux share tips for improving work relationships and experiencing deeper personal connections from her book Communicate with Courage: Taking Risks to Overcome the Four Hidden Challenges . She explains how to overcome the challenges she has identified—Hiding, Defining, Rationalizing and Settling—to begin communicating skillfully and confidently. Learn more about Michelle D. Gladieux at gladieuxconsulting.com Or connect with her on LinkedIn...
Jun 01, 2025•30 min•Season 8Ep. 806
Discover insights from James Turk as he shares practical advice for new leaders stepping into their roles, drawn from his latest book, The Giving Game: Becoming the Leader That Others Want to Follow . Turk emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the success of others over personal advancement. True leadership success comes from being a leader who gives. To learn more about James Turk visit LinkedIn or visit theturkgroup.com...
May 01, 2025•31 min•Season 8Ep. 805
Hear Garry Ridge explain how to build a company culture where people joyfully do meaningful work, alongside supportive, positive, enthusiastic colleagues. He shares stories from his experience as the CEO of WD-40, and describes how learning moments helped him become a better leader and build a positive corporate culture, from his new book, Any Dumb-Ass Can Do It . For more about Garry Ridge, connect with him on LinkedIn or visit www.thelearningmoment.net and take the free quiz...
Apr 01, 2025•27 min•Season 8Ep. 804
Hear Kevin Eikenberry explain the mindset, skillset, and habits of being an effective leader from his new book Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence . The approach is exactly what leaders need to manage people in the unpredictable and complex landscape of business today. For a gift from Kevin visit www.kevineikenberry.com/gift For more information on Kevin, go to his website connect with him on LinkedIn...
Mar 01, 2025•25 min•Season 8Ep. 803
Hear Sara Daw explain how many organizations are challenging the traditional full-time employment model, by moving C-suite positions from the payroll to an “access role.” She describes the benefits of fractional leadership for companies and individuals in her latest book Strategy and Leadership as Service: How the Access Economy Meets the C-Suite. For more information visit saradaw.com
Feb 01, 2025•20 min•Season 8Ep. 802
Hear Heather Younger describe how to develop a new mindset around personal advocacy and learn to exercise your sphere of control and influence to take control of your workplace experience and relationships. She shares key messages from her new book, The Art of Self-Leadership: Discover the Power Within Your and Learn to Lead Yourself . For more information about Heather R. Younger visit her website here . To pre-order Heather’s book go to Amazon...
Jan 02, 2025•22 min•Season 8Ep. 801
Hear Keith Ferrazzi share his latest research with more than 3000 teams. He explains how leaders and team members need to work together, elevate their behaviors, and hold each other accountable to mobilize their full potential as described in his new book, Never Lead Alone: 10- Shifts from Leadership to Teamship.
Dec 01, 2024•30 min•Season 7Ep. 713
Hear Manu Kapur explain how carefully curated failure can become a signal for deeper learning. People can gain lifelong readiness to push themselves outside of their comfort zones, using setbacks as launchpads for learning and innovation as described in his book Productive Failure: Unlocking Deeper Learning Through the Science of Failing. For more information visit www.manukapur.com
Nov 01, 2024•24 min•Season 7Ep. 712
Hear Barrie Conchie share the results of his research with Sarah Dalton to identify the most important skills leaders need today. They believe setting direction, building energy, exerting pressure, increasing connectivity, and controlling traffic are focus areas, as presented in their book, The Five Talents That Really Matter . For more information visit conchie.com
Oct 01, 2024•31 min•Season 7Ep. 711
Hear workplace culture expert, Jessica Kriegel explain why the concept of “generational differences” is an unfair generalization, and how the best managers work with people based on their talents, strengths, and challenges. She explores the concepts from her book, Unfairly Labeled: How Your Workplace Can Benefit from Ditching Generational Stereotypes. For more information about Jessica Kriegel visit Jessicakriegel.com
Sep 02, 2024•31 min•Season 7Ep. 710
In this special double episode, hear Jennifer Brown discuss her book, How to Be an Inclusive Leader and Marcus Buckingham talk about his book Love + Work . Both thought leaders will deliver keynote sessions at the upcoming Blanchard Leadership Summit to be held October 8-10. 2024 in Dana Point, California. For more information go to blanchard.com/summit2024
Aug 01, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Hear Pam August explain how to cut through the noise and stress of your busy life to realize your true potential as outlined in her book , Potential: How to Connect What’s Already There for Exponential Impact . It involves having the right mindset, setting your intention, and pausing to notice where you are in relation to your intention to choose how you move forward. For more information www.connectingpotential.ca
Jul 01, 2024•25 min•Season 7Ep. 708
Hear Ken Coleman explain that self-awareness is the most crucial element in determining what kind of career will be the most fulfilling. He asks you to identify what you do best, what you enjoy, and what motivates you to begin the journey as detailed in his book, Find the Work You’re Wired to Do. For more Information visit www.Kencoleman.com
Jun 03, 2024•27 min•Season 7Ep. 707
Hear Shawn Kanungo explain how individuals need to be life-long learners and to take risks daily to develop the confidence to become bold. It is the practical way to transform yourself and your organization. He shares tips from his book The Bold Ones: Innovate and Disrupt to Become Truly Indispensable. Learn more about a Shawn Kanungo on LinkedIn
May 01, 2024•29 min•Season 7Ep. 706
Rich Horwath shares tips from his book Strategic: The Skill to Set Direction, Create Advantage, and Achieve Executive Excellence . He explains that new growth comes from new thinking and it’s critical to take time to think about how to do things differently. Taking time to think, plan and act strategically is the secret to navigating every business challenge. For more information on Rich Horwath go to www.strategyskills.com
Apr 01, 2024•26 min•Season 7Ep. 705
In this episode, hear Cassandra Worthy explain how to embrace change by paying attention to your emotions—especially your negative emotions—to achieve growth and transformation. She shares tips from her book Change Enthusiasm: How to Harness the Power of Emotion for Leadership and Success. For more about Cassandra Worthy visit www.changeenthusiasmglobal.com
Mar 01, 2024•26 min•Season 7Ep. 704
Hear Dr. Travis Bradberry share strategies from his latest book, Emotional Intelligence Habits . He explains how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the micro behaviors that will take your EQ to new heights. His insights will help you change your habits and change your life. To learn more follow Dr. Travis Bradberry on LinkedIn
Feb 01, 2024•27 min•Season 7Ep. 703
In this episode hear Dr. Jay Campbell, Chief Products Office at Blanchard and host Chad Gordon discuss the results of the Blanchard 2024 HR/L&D Trends Survey. You’ll learn about the eight specific focus areas identified in the survey that Human Resources and Learning & Development professionals will face as challenges, or opportunities in the coming year. Download the eBook here .
Jan 24, 2024•29 min•Season 7Ep. 702
In this episode Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley discuss how they are helping leaders become servant leaders with the tips in their new book, Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook . They explain how to put learning into action with the structured exercises and thought-provoking questions from the book. Get your copy of Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook To register for the Simple Truths of Leadership Webinar with Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley, click here To join a monthly book club led by Randy ...
Jan 02, 2024•32 min•Season 7Ep. 701
In this episode: · HEAR Ken Blanchard and Chad Gordon discuss EVERY episode of the LeaderChat podcast that aired in 2023! · LISTEN as each guest reveals the key facts and ideas they want YOU to learn from their episode! · DISCOVER valuable information that will make you want to listen to each episode AGAIN and AGAIN and revisit the insights shared!
Dec 18, 2023•33 min•Season 6Ep. 614
In this episode Dr. Keith Keating explains the importance of making learning initiatives a part of the overall corporate strategy. He shares how to develop a proactive approach to L&D as outlined in his new book, The Trusted Learning Advisor . For more information visit www.keithkeating.com
Nov 29, 2023•23 min•Season 6Ep. 613
Hear Dr. Stejskal share how she created her framework for developing resilience as outlined in her book, The 5 Practices of Highly Resilient People. She explains that our lives are filled with challenges, complexity and change and using these practices will help us flourish during difficult times. For more information visit https://www.resilience-leadership.com/
Nov 01, 2023•26 min•Season 6Ep. 512
Hear Dan Rockwell explain how talented people often unintentionally hold themselves back from success. He encourages listeners to identify their self-defeating behaviors to become the authentic leaders they want to be. He shares tips from his latest book, The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership . For more information about Dan Rockwell visit www.leadershipfreak.blog
Oct 02, 2023•23 min•Season 6Ep. 610
Hear Dr. Marilee Adams share powerful insights from her best-selling book Change Your Questions, Change Your Life . She explains how the questions we ask ourselves and others can either expand our mindsets and open us up to new possibilities or constrict our mindsets to limit our choices. Learn more about Dr. Marilee Adams at www.inquiryinstitute.com
Sep 01, 2023•27 min•Season 6Ep. 610
Hear Nate Regier explain how finding the balance between compassion and accountability is the ultimate way for leaders to create improved results and a thriving workplace. He shares the importance of building connections with your people from his latest book, Compassionate Accountability . For more information about Nate Regier visit www.compassionateaccountabilitybook.com
Aug 01, 2023•20 min•Season 6Ep. 609
Hear Catherine Stothart explain how leaders can learn to understand what motivates each individual on the team to enable them to use their talents and fulfill their potential. The conversation is based on her recent book , Motivation: The Ultimate Guide to Leading Your Team. For more information about Catherine Stothart visit www.essenwood.co.uk
Jul 03, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 608
Hear Seth Godin explain how to break the negative shift that has taken place in the workforce, as outlined in his new book, The Song of Significance . The key is for managers and employees to come together to build a significant organization that enrolls, empowers, and trusts everyone to deliver their best work, no matter where they are. For more information about Seth Godin, visit www.sethgodin.com
Jun 01, 2023•26 min•Season 6Ep. 607
Hear Scott Blanchard, President of Blanchard®, share information about the recent rebrand of the company. He talks about the new tagline—The Heart of Human Achievement™, and the vision of the company—Leaders Powered for Good. He explains how Blanchard will continue to serve a diverse set of organizations with immersive learning experiences that enable leaders at all levels to turn potential into performance. For more information, visit www.Blanchard.com...
May 15, 2023•20 min•Season 6Ep. 506