About the Guest: Meet Bill Kramer, CEO of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Bill carries a deep appreciation for art, but despite his mother being an artist, he didn’t see it as a viable career path. So, he earned a BA in actuarial sciences and went to work supporting creatives behind the scenes. After stints at Columbia University and the Sundance Institute, he joined the Academy and has helped to take it to new heights ever since, starting with coordinating the building of the A...
Oct 22, 2024•40 min•Ep. 76
About the Guest: Meet Gary Shapiro, CEO of the Consumer Technology Association. For the last 35 years, he’s been responsible for over 4,000 vendors and 130,000 guests each year at CES, the largest consumer electronics tradeshow on the planet. He’s a lawyer, a runner, a leader, and he was also awarded the Légion d'Honneur (Legion of Honor) by French President Emmanuel Macron in 2021. Not only that, Gary is already a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author with a new book, Pivot or Die , r...
Oct 08, 2024•36 min•Ep. 75
About the Guest: It takes a lot to stand out among greatness, and Wonya Lucas’s family is home to some heavy hitters—from her dad, the first Black general manager in Major League Baseball, to her mom, whose bright idea in a Turner Broadcasting meeting turned into Cartoon Network, to her uncle, the late great Hank Aaron. But Wonya has made just as much a name for herself with her storied career. Wonya graduated with an engineering degree from Georgia Tech before going to work for Westinghouse for...
Sep 24, 2024•34 min•Ep. 74
About the Guest: Being only the 9th CEO in Deluxe Corporation’s 109-year existence, Barry McCarthy feels the weight of that history, saying, “You start with a deep sense of humbleness that you are carrying on a legacy that has been so significant for so long.” But that doesn’t mean Barry will treat any company with kid gloves. He says, “I think of myself as something of a fixer, a reinventor, an innovator.” And there’s no better spot to drive innovation than in how we connect as people within a ...
Sep 10, 2024•33 min•Ep. 73
Meet Richard Edelman, the president and CEO of Edelman Communications, a global marketing firm. Richard’s life was on the right track from an early age. Then, just one month before graduating from Harvard Business School and with a plan to work as an assistant product manager at Playtex, Richard’s father called and asked him to work for the family business. Forty-six years later, Richard is now the proud head of this world-renowned, family-owned business. “I haven't just loved it. I've thrived i...
Aug 27, 2024•28 min•Ep. 72
About the Guest: Meet Sharon Price John, President and CEO of Build-a-Bear Workshop and an all-around powerhouse of a woman. Sharon dives deep into her roots to guide who she is today. Coming from a small town, she felt restricted and couldn’t wait to get out and go to college (the first in her family to do so). But she also says, “I didn't really start growing until I made peace with the value that the small-town experience had created for me.” Today, Sharon uses her skills and empathy to conne...
Aug 13, 2024•40 min•Ep. 71
About the Guest: Meet Aaron Witt, a man who loves dirt. Or, more specifically, loves the industries that hold our society together. As founder, CEO, and chief “dirt nerd” of BuildWitt, Aaron uses his marketing chops to bring light to the jobs and people who keep our world running. Aaron says he loves the purpose of the dirt industries because they support everybody else, just as Aaron tries to support his team and clients by becoming the best leader he can be. What You Will Learn: The “chores” t...
Jul 30, 2024•39 min•Ep. 70
Episode Summary About the Guest: Lisa Sun is a businesswoman through and through. She credits it to her parents, saying, “I cut my teeth as an entrepreneur, because in 1987, at the age of eight—I don't think my mother understood child labor laws—I was the cashier [at their restaurant]. I learned firsthand what it took to create something from nothing.” Lisa’s achievements accelerated when she entered high school at only twelve years old and was introduced to Dale Carnegie. “I read [ How to Win F...
Jul 09, 2024•33 min•Ep. 69
About the Guest: Say hello to David Meltzer. After becoming a millionaire nine months out of law school (not by being a lawyer, mind you), David was hired as CEO of his dream company. But in 2008, his multimillionaire status turned into bankruptcy. From this, he learned to attach his intentions not to outcomes but to the pursuit of his own potential. While some people may pursue the paths others set for them, David says he follows his own path by identifying who he really is inside—someone who w...
Jun 11, 2024•37 min•Ep. 68
Scott Osman always thought he never needed an executive coach. Jacquelyn Lane had an epitome when she vigorously tried to defend a mistake she had made when one of her supervisors asked her, “What does it serve you to be defensive here?” Both now run 100 Coaches Agency, an organization representing the world’s best coaches, founded by internationally renowned author, coach, and educator, Marshall Goldsmith. During their Take Command Podcast conversation, Osman and Lane share their passion for th...
May 14, 2024•38 min•Ep. 67
About the Guest: Meet Asheesh Advani, a long-time entrepreneur and current CEO of Junior Achievement (JA). Asheesh had his first brush with the business world when he was voted CEO of a student business at the age of fourteen. As founder and leader of several entrepreneurial ventures, Asheesh learned the true meaning of “leadership,” which he says is still evolving as he pursues new goals and training. Asheesh wants nothing more than to empower his employees and the youths in JA by removing obst...
Apr 30, 2024•33 min•Ep. 66
About the Guest: Say hello to Robin Holdren, a retired U.S. Navy Master Chief Petty Officer and now global leader and coach of Learning and Development at ABB, where she provides training opportunities to over 20,000 employees in 50 countries. Robin says she’s grown professionally and personally by embracing a lifelong education—not only through schooling but also by simply interacting with people and discovering more about them. Robin collaborates with Dale Carnegie to provide bespoke workshops...
Apr 09, 2024•34 min•Ep. 65
Embark on a journey of real-life business insights and inspiring personal growth narratives. Welcome to Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast, where we seek to uncover what leadership means in today’s world. Hosted by Joe Hart, CEO of Dale Carnegie, we’ll be talking to diverse leaders across various industries to help unlock your potential for success. We’ll be sharing real-life insights into leadership—which in turn can help spark the next level of your growth as a leader. This isn't just a pod...
Mar 26, 2024•2 min
About the Guest: Meet Matt Norman, the president of Dale Carnegie, North Central US. Matt’s career started in technology, where he struggled with confidence, building relationships, and communication. Over time, and by following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather (both Dale Carnegie trainers), Matt learned to trade the comfort of solving tangible problems for a deeper understanding of the ambiguity of interpersonal relationships. His new book, Lead with Influence: A Proven Process to...
Mar 12, 2024•31 min•Ep. 64
About the Guest: Meet Suzanne Sutter Chesnutt, a dynamic leader with a rich corporate leadership, philanthropy, and organizational development background. Suzanne's illustrious career culminated in her role as the CEO of Things Remembered, overseeing a massive 650-store organization. Her journey is characterized by a deep commitment to leadership development and significant contributions to charitable endeavors, particularly with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Since 2014, Suzanne has served as a Da...
Feb 27, 2024•32 min•Ep. 63
About the Guests: Christina Dorr Drake & Rusty Drake are the co-founders of Willa’s Organic Oat Milk since 2020. The couple juggled launching their product while simultaneously navigating Christina's breast cancer diagnosis and facing the COVID-19 pandemic. This episode features Rusty, a former filmmaker & Dale Carnegie master trainer turned entrepreneur, and Christina, an advertiser, a resilient cancer survivor, a well-being enthusiast, and an entrepreneur. Together, they share their jo...
Feb 13, 2024•46 min•Ep. 62
About the Guest: Niren Chaudhary is the CEO & Chairman of the Board of Panera Brands, one of the world's largest fast-casual restaurant companies. With prior roles as President of Krispy Kreme and 23 years at Yum! Brands, including the Global President of KFC, his leadership is unparalleled. Fluent in four languages, he supports DKMS, a leading non-profit with the world’s largest stem cell donor registry. What will You Learn: Chaudhary offers a leadership framework based on his experience wi...
Jan 30, 2024•46 min•Ep. 61
About the Guest: Alvaro Nuñez Alfaro, originally from Madrid, Spain, found himself drawn to the world of tennis at an early age. His dreams of becoming a professional tennis player laid the foundation for his resilient and adventurous spirit. Graduating as a valedictorian student,Alvaro used his proficiency in tennis as a lever to secure a scholarship in the U.S., kickstarting a journey that would transcend sports and lead him into the dynamic realm of entrepreneurship. He is the founder & C...
Jan 09, 2024•46 min•Ep. 60
About the Guest : Chris Winton, from his early days in Memphis, initially struggled with his academic performance while juggling two jobs to support his family. However, an internship through the InRoads program at FedEx altered the trajectory of his life. This opportunity ultimately led him to become a key figure in both FedEx and Tesla, gaining profound insights from iconic CEOs Fred Smith and Elon Musk. What Will You Learn? Authenticity in Leadership : Winton emphasizes the importance of auth...
Dec 05, 2023•45 min•Ep. 59
Who is Deena Ghazarian? Deena Ghazarian is a former retail executive at Macy's who has transitioned into a tech executive and is currently the CEO of Austere, an award-winning technology accessories company. She is also the co-founder of Chloe Nickie, a women's shoe business that provides higher-end brands at reasonable prices and donates a significant portion of its profits to support autism spectrum disorders What will you learn? 1. The Value of Listening and Collaboration : Deena Ghazarian hi...
Nov 07, 2023•43 min•Ep. 58
1. Who is Vala Afshar? Vala Afshar is a prominent figure in the world of technology and digital transformation. He currently serves as the Chief Digital Evangelist for Salesforce, a leading international CRM software company. Vala has a remarkable life story that began with the Iranian revolution in 1979. At the age of 10, he and his family needed to immigrate to the United States as refugees, separated from his father. Vala's journey to this influential position is marked by his resilience and ...
Oct 10, 2023•52 min•Ep. 57
Who is Aarash Darroodi? Aarash Darroodi is General Counsel, Executive Vice President, and Corporate Secretary of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, one of the world’s global leaders in manufacturing instruments and amplifiers. He grew up in Iran with his grandparents and was able to move to his parents in the USA at the age of 7. His background and experience with immigration to the US shaped who he is today. With a background spanning over 19 countries, he connects cultures across the Amer...
Sep 12, 2023•47 min•Ep. 56
* Note: This episode was recorded in March 2023 About our guest: Meet Britta Wilson, who most recently served as the Vice President of Inclusion & Outreach at Pixar Animation, where she led initiatives to discover, nurture and empower diverse voices. Her primary focus is on cultivating resonant content, fostering a culture of belonging, and promoting compassionate community service. Prior to Pixar, she served as the Chief Diversity Officer/VP for Inclusion Strategies at Expedia, where corpor...
Aug 08, 2023•39 min•Ep. 55
Who are Redfoo and Piers Ridyard? Redfoo, born Stefan Kendal Gordy, is a multi-platinum-selling singer and two times Grammy nominee, songwriter, producer, and Web3 coder. Despite facing hurdles and criticism, Redfoo pursued his passion for music and achieved success. He is best known for his hit single "Party Rock Anthem" in 2011 and his performance for Super Bowl Half-Time Show in 2012. However, he has recently shifted his focus towards coding, considering it the ultimate creativity that combin...
Jul 11, 2023•51 min•Ep. 54
Who is Merrie Williamson Meet Merrie Williamson, an accomplished leader with a diverse background. With 20 years of experience leading engineering teams at Intel and currently serving as the Corporate Vice President of Azure Infra at Microsoft, Merrie's career trajectory has been remarkable. In this episode, Merrie shares her personal journey of discovery and the pivotal moment that led her to embrace empathy and transition into her current leadership role as CVP of Azure Infrastructure and Digi...
Jun 06, 2023•46 min•Ep. 53
Who is Ron Carter? Ron Carter is a veteran of the technology industry, an inventor, and a visionary whose work has helped great technology products enter the market. In 2003, he filed a patent for the first video doorbell—now known as Ring. He is revolutionizing the industry with his latest first-generation technology that addresses security in the e-commerce sector, using mobile applications for improved security, access, and logistics. Due to his tremendous technological contributions, he beca...
May 02, 2023•36 min•Ep. 52
Silvina Moschini is an Argentinian entrepreneur and businesswoman. She is the founder, president & chairwoman of Unicoin, a next-generation cryptocurrency designed to be stable and profitable because it’s backed by a portfolio of equity stakes in the companies part of Unicorn Hunters , is a new groundbreaking investment platform that will spotlight emerging growth companies looking to hit the coveted $1B “unicorn” valuation mark while rallying individual investors worldwide to help fund thes...
Apr 04, 2023•42 min•Ep. 51
Suneel Gupta is an accomplished entrepreneur and best-selling author whose mother immigrated to the United States from Pakistan. She secured a position as the first female engineer at Ford, and her inspiring story influenced Suneel's career trajectory. Suneel has helped thousands of individuals develop better habits and achieve success through his best-selling book, "Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind What Makes People Take a Chance on You." He is also the founding CEO of RISE, a company that...
Mar 07, 2023•48 min•Ep. 50
Ally Love is a multifaceted woman, pioneering the slash generation by wearing a multitude of hats. She is the CEO of Love Squad, a community organization empowering women; a Peloton instructor, Brooklyn Nets arena host; an inspiring speaker; and an Adidas global ambassador. Ally was born and raised in Miami, Florida, and moved to New York City (NYC) to pursue her dream of becoming a dancer. As a speaker and instructor, she has inspired audiences from major global corporations, including Google, ...
Feb 07, 2023•48 min•Ep. 49
Happy New Year! Our first episode of 2023 is dedicated to Dale Carnegie & Associates' newest book, Take Command . The book, like our podcast, focuses on what professionals in the modern world can do to take command and succeed in their personal and professional lives. Our guests today are the book co-authors: Joe Hart, President & CEO of Dale Carnegie & Associates and Take Command Podcast host; and Michael Crom, author, Board member of Dale Carnegie & Associates, and Dale Carnegi...
Jan 10, 2023•40 min•Ep. 48
