Is your leadership mindset getting in your way? If you’ve ever felt frustrated that your team isn’t responding to your ideas the way you expect, this episode is for you. As a leader, you work hard to make good decisions. But have you ever noticed that simply proving you’re right doesn’t always get the results you want? This episode dives into a powerful mindset shift that can instantly improve your communication, influence, and leadership impact. Listen in to discover: Why insisting on being “ri...
Mar 06, 2025•12 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Are leadership challenges making your job harder than it should be? 90% of leadership challenges come down to just four things. If your team is struggling with unclear priorities, missed expectations, or low morale, you might be overlooking these critical foundations. The good news? Small shifts can make a big impact. In this episode, you’ll discover how to: Clarify expectations so your team knows exactly what success looks like. Equip your people with the right tools, training, and habits to pe...
Feb 27, 2025•19 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Are You Struggling to Lead and Retain Gen Z Employees? Gen Z isn’t lazy—and they’re not inflexible or stuck in their ways. But there are specific ways you can help your Gen Z team members succeed and make your work even more attractive to this huge pool of employees. Many Gen Zs want work to fit into their lives, not the other way around. But for many leaders, this mindset shift creates tension, leading to high turnover and frustration on both sides. How can you bridge the gap and turn Gen Z int...
Feb 20, 2025•43 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast What if the secret to reducing stress at work wasn’t in planning more but in responding better? Unexpected changes and challenges are inevitable in leadership. How you respond to them can either add to your stress or unlock new levels of creativity, influence, and problem-solving. This episode reveals how the principles of improv can help you embrace uncertainty and lead with confidence. Learn how to shift from resistance to adaptability using the power of "Yes, and." Discover practical techniqu...
Feb 13, 2025•43 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast How can you build a culture that unites your team, inspires action, and drives real results? In this episode of Leadership Without Losing Your Soul, host David Dye speaks with culture expert Laura Hamill, an organizational psychologist and author of The Power of Culture. They discuss why culture is not just about values on a wall but about shaping everyday behaviors, decisions, and team dynamics. Whether you're leading a small team or an entire organization, your culture exists—so how can you sh...
Feb 06, 2025•45 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast How can you ensure your leadership communication strategy cuts through the noise and actually sticks with your team? In today’s workplace, competing priorities and constant digital distractions make it easy for key messages to get lost. Without a clear communication strategy, your team may struggle to stay focused on what truly matters. This episode reveals how to make your messages memorable and actionable. The brain science behind how people retain and internalize key messages. How the Five by...
Jan 30, 2025•16 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Do you know how to use active listening to turn workplace conflicts into meaningful connections? We’ve all been in tense conversations where emotions run high and communication breaks down. This episode teaches you a simple strategy for using active listening to transform conflict into connection and collaboration, improving your relationships at work and beyond. In this episode, you’ll learn: How active listening helps others feel seen and heard. A simple, powerful tool to de-escalate tension i...
Jan 23, 2025•17 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast What if you could empower your team to promote productivity and maintain momentum all year long? Imagine leading a team that’s not only aligned and motivated but also laser-focused on building habits that drive consistent results. Whether it’s the start of the year or any season, this episode equips you with the leadership skills to make it happen. Why this episode matters to you: Productivity doesn’t happen by chance—it’s cultivated through clarity, communication, and habits that stick. If you’...
Jan 16, 2025•21 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever wondered how to resolve conflict within your team without getting caught in endless drama? As a leader, navigating team dynamics can feel overwhelming, especially when conflict arises. But what if resolving conflict didn’t have to mean sacrificing productivity—or your sanity? This episode tackles the exact steps you can take to turn those squabbles into opportunities for trust, growth, and collaboration. By listening to this episode, you’ll discover: Eight practical steps to resolv...
Dec 26, 2024•21 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast Are your communication skills motivating your team, or are they leaving you feeling like a micromanager? Every leader wants their team to move faster, act urgently, and meet deadlines without constant reminders or sacrificing quality. This episode dives into leadership communication techniques that inspire action, eliminate misunderstandings, and build a motivated, high-performing team. By listening, you’ll gain: Five communication habits to motivate urgency and eliminate confusion. Four common ...
Dec 19, 2024•24 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast Is your approach to conflict resolution unintentionally shutting down collaboration with phrases like "let's agree to disagree"? This episode tackles one of the most common but damaging phrases leaders use in the workplace. Whether you're navigating team conflicts, resolving disagreements, or fostering innovation, learning what to say instead can help you avoid stalling progress and build trust instead of tension. Here’s what you’ll gain from tuning in: Discover why "agree to disagree" creates m...
Dec 12, 2024•17 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast What if mastering your leadership potential and fostering more teamwork started with mastering yourself? Are you ready to discover how self-mastery can transform your team’s performance and spark creativity? In today’s fast-paced world, leaders struggle to juggle endless demands while inspiring their teams. This episode dives into the three dimensions of power—power over, power with, and personal power—helping you become a more mindful and purpose-driven leader. Whether you're seeking to build s...
Dec 05, 2024•43 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast What if mastering career development conversations could be the key to transforming your team’s performance and keeping your best people engaged—no matter where they work? If you’re a leader, you’ve likely faced the challenge of balancing results with investing in your people. In today’s fast-paced and hybrid work environments, having meaningful career development conversations isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s critical to retaining talent and driving success. This episode unpacks how you can make ...
Nov 28, 2024•46 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast Do you think mastering your leadership path means always having the answers? What if embracing humility could make you a more effective and respected leader? In a world where leadership demands more empathy, adaptability, and connection than ever before, this episode dives into how you can lead with confidence while staying human. Learn how to shift from a traditional, bottleneck leadership style to one that inspires trust, builds resilience, and drives high performance. Here’s what you’ll gain ...
Nov 21, 2024•32 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast How do great leaders turn setbacks into comebacks? They cultivate resilience—and so can you. In today’s fast-paced, high-stakes environment, it's not enough to lead with purpose alone; resilience, your ability to bounce back and find a way through the toughest circumstances, is what truly makes a difference. This episode dives into the essentials of resilience at work, exploring how you can inspire it within yourself and your team. Learn from leadership expert Simon T. Bailey as he shares insigh...
Nov 17, 2024•45 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to succeed in business while building a human-centered work culture and staying true to your values? In today’s episode of Leadership Without Losing Your Soul, host David Dye dives into a profound conversation with Mark Silver, author of Heart-Centered Business: Healing from a Toxic Business Culture So Your Small Business Can Thrive. Whether you’re part of a small or large business, Mark’s insights on fostering a healthier workplace culture and practicing ...
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Are your employees enjoying their work—or just going through the motions? What if a fun work culture could boost both morale and performance? In this episode, leadership expert Phil Geldart shares how bringing genuine, meaningful fun into the workplace can transform team dynamics, engagement, and productivity. For leaders facing resistance or a need for change, this episode offers actionable insights to create a more engaging and motivated environment. Listen in to discover: Practical ways to in...
Oct 31, 2024•48 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Do you ever feel like your attempts to manage up leave your manager more frustrated than satisfied? If you've ever just answered their question without adding your perspective, you might be missing a key opportunity to increase your influence and reduce their stress. As a leader, your ability to communicate and manage up directly impacts your success and your team's performance. In this episode, we dive into the four common mistakes leaders make when managing up and how these simple missteps can...
Oct 24, 2024•14 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever felt that your communication skills were strong but still found your team misunderstood key points? What if you could master a simple tool to eliminate those misunderstandings for good? Even the best leaders face communication challenges in today's fast-moving work environment. This episode offers a practical solution to help you ensure your messages are clear, reduce frustration, and boost your team's performance. Here’s what you’ll gain from listening: Learn why asking “Do you un...
Oct 17, 2024•19 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by burnout and looking for a success boost in your leadership role? What if you could achieve your goals without sacrificing your well-being? In this episode of Leadership Without Losing Your Soul, host David Dye and guest Chazz Scott discuss the powerful ways leaders can transcend negative thinking, regain focus, and build stronger relationships. Whether you're leading a team or looking to better manage your personal well-being, these tools will help you cre...
Oct 03, 2024•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you leading in a way that truly taps into your team's potential for innovation, engagement, and open communication, or are you inadvertently stifling it? In today’s episode, Drew Jones, PhD, discusses how traditional management techniques often shut down culture and engagement from the start. With a focus on anthropology, Drew explains how you can create a work environment where employees thrive by sharing knowledge, taking risks, and holding themselves accountable—without the fear of failur...
Sep 26, 2024•55 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever wondered how businesses can foster leadership sustainability, creating real, lasting change without sacrificing profitability? What if you could learn the secret formula for making an environmental or social impact while also standing out in your industry? In this episode, we dive deep into what it takes to create meaningful strategic change that matters in today’s world. Whether you're leading a team or managing a company, sustainability is a crucial challenge. Learn how the food ...
Sep 19, 2024•47 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast How do you remain calm under pressure while still achieving extraordinary results? Whether managing a team or striving to become a more resilient leader, mental toughness is the cornerstone of your leadership journey. This episode will help you identify key habits that build mental toughness, enabling you to become a leader who inspires greatness without burning out. Here’s what you’ll gain by tuning in: Discover specific, actionable habits to build resilience and grit. Learn how to master self-...
Sep 12, 2024•52 min•Ep 10•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of The Leadership Without Losing Your Soul Podcast, hosted by David Dye, you'll dive the into change challenge and the fascinating world of behavioral economics with guest Melina Palmer. Behavioral economics is all about understanding how people really make decisions—not always in the logical, rational ways you might expect. By blending economics with psychology, this field gives you powerful insights into why people behave the way they do, which is incredibly useful when you're ...
Sep 05, 2024•53 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of Leadership Without Losing Your Soul podcast with David Dye, Chris Dyer is joining us to discuss how improving your company culture can also boost productivity. A great place to start? Pinpoint the pillar that’s most lacking in your organization. Is it transparency, positivity, measurement, acknowledgment, uniqueness, listening, or how you handle mistakes? Once you've identified the gap, it's time to take action. Say transparency is the issue—how can you boost communication and...
Sep 05, 2024•56 min•Ep 9•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Leadership Without Losing Your Soul Podcast, David Dye sits down with Binna Kandola to explore the impact of bias on our thinking and decision-making. Bias can lead to snap judgments and stereotypes. Unconscious bias is even trickier because it's the bias you're not even aware of. In the workplace, this can show up in all sorts of ways—like favoritism, self-serving decisions, or even age bias. So, what can you do about it? Recognizing and addressing unconscious bias is key...
Aug 22, 2024•48 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Leadership without Losing Your Soul podcast, you’ll dive into an engaging conversation with your host, David Dye, and special guest Melanie van de Velde, author of Lead Like a Genius. You'll explore how justice should play a role in the way rewards are distributed in business—whether based on talent, effort, or risk. Melanie shares her insights on the power of staying true to your purpose, even drawing from childhood memories that shape who you are as a leader. As you list...
Aug 15, 2024•58 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of "Leadership Without Losing Your Soul," David talks with Jack Craven, a trial lawyer turned CEO mindset author and executive coach. Jack shares his journey of leading business leaders toward more fulfilling lives, emphasizing the importance of feeling alive professionally and personally. They delve into the "aliveness mindset," which focuses on bringing passion, purpose, and joy into everyday experiences. Jack introduces the idea of anchoring mindsets and the significance of pr...
Aug 08, 2024•49 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Leadership Without Losing Your Soul Podcast, David Dye and Lori Mazan invite you to rethink the way you approach leadership. Skill training is just the beginning; true leadership goes beyond that. They emphasize the importance of integrity, individuality, and personal development, encouraging you to break free from outdated beliefs that there's only one right way to lead. You'll learn why relying on your internal compass and enhancing your thinking are crucial steps to ele...
Aug 01, 2024•44 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Leadership Without Losing Your Soul Podcast, you'll dive into the importance of brave conversations at work and tackling those tough conversations head-on. Have you ever wondered how to make those difficult chats a little easier? Ed Evarts joins us to share his insights and experiences navigating these tricky waters. You'll learn about the key elements that can make a big difference: being helpful, practicing regularly, staying present in the moment, focusing on future out...
Jul 25, 2024•53 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast 
