Episodes

March 26, 2024

The Courageous Vision: Transform Any Organization to Higher Levels of Profit and Sustainability | Will Busch III

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Will Busch III. We delved into what makes a good vision, and how a vision should connect with people emotionally while aiming for a greater good. In this episode, Will sha…
March 12, 2024

The Values Factor: The Power of Laser-Focused Leadership | Raj Echambadi

Do you like to consider yourself a values-driven leader? Do you wonder how to assess how you’re doing? My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Raj Echambadi. We delved into how he thinks about and practically de…
Feb. 27, 2024

The Science of Mastering Uncertainty | Carla Fowler

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Carla Fowler. Carla, with her background in performance science, emphasizes the importance of mindset and actions in navigating uncertainty effectively. In this episode, C…
Feb. 13, 2024

The Genuis of Innovation Systems | Larry Keeley

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Larry Keeley. We delved into some thought-provoking concepts and practical steps to fuel innovation. In this episode, Larry addresses the inherent fears associated with in…
Jan. 30, 2024

Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go | Julie Winkle Giulioni

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Julie Winkle Giulioni. Julie champions development as a relationship-driven process fueled by meaningful conversations. In this episode, Julie advocates for making develop…
Jan. 16, 2024

Vibrant Cultures: The Strength of EACH Individual and the LIT Formula | Nicole Greer

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Nicole Greer. Nicole says, name the challenge you’re facing in your culture, and she will help you solve it. From culture shifting keynotes and workshops, executive coachi…
Jan. 2, 2024

Inspiring Leadership Lessons from Top Athletes: Insider Secrets to Mental Toughness and High Performance from a 2x Olympic Medalist | Katie Zaferes

Katie Zaferes is a 2-time Olympian and 2-time Olympic medalist and the 2019 World Champion in World Triathlon. She’s also a Mom and an all around fantastic human. Katie talks with me openly about how she’s intentionally work…
Dec. 19, 2023

S.E.E.R. Secrets for DE&I Systemic Change from Her Popular TEDx | Natasha Miller Williams

Today, on The Courage of a Leader podcast, you can be inspired and impressed by Natasha Miller Williams, a speaker and a writer who brings data and insights together to advance the conversation about inclusion in the workpla…
Dec. 5, 2023

How to Set Relevant Goals and Continually Create Your Legacy | Eric Larson

Today, on The Courage of a Leader podcast, you can be inspired and impressed by Eric Larson, Tilia Holdings Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Chairman. Eric’s mission is to transform the effectiveness and efficiencies in the food supp…
Nov. 21, 2023

Authentic Achievements: How to Gracefully Lead Through Emotional Challenges | Kim-Adele Randall

My guest on this episode of The Courage of a Leader podcast is Kim-Adele Randall. Kim-Adele is an inspiring people-focused leader, consultant, author, and speaker. In this episode, we discuss how to authentically lead throug…
Nov. 7, 2023

The San Diego Airport Culture Factor: The New Process for Trust, Growth and Expansion | Kimberly Becker

My guest today, Kim Becker, is the owner and operator of the San Diego International Airport, joins us to day to talk about culture at the airport. It’s infiltrating their conversations, their meetings and how they’re thinki…
Oct. 24, 2023

The Power of Values-Based Collaboration: How to Work Together Better Than Ever | Phil Gafka

Join me and my guest Phil Gafka, of LEAP Coaching, as we focus on the critical role of enhancing organizational culture for an organization's success. Phil emphasizes the need to define not only what an organization's cultur…
Oct. 10, 2023

Courageous Cultures: Get ALL the Great Ideas from Your Team You Never Knew You Needed and Achieve More | Karin Hurt

Karin Hurt of Let’s Grow Leaders inspires courage, confidence and innovation. In this episode, she shares her extensive research and proven tactics for having team members speak up and share their best ideas and thinking. Th…
Sept. 26, 2023

The Intentional Unicorn: Finding Strengths, Talents and Authenticity in Yourself and Your Team | Jennie Lopez

Jennie Lopez is the author of the Intentional Unicorn, and she embodies fully the idea of bringing your whole self to work. She shares with us in this episode about why it’s important to bring your authentic self to work, an…
Sept. 12, 2023

How to Make Courageous Bold Moves in Your Business | Courtney Wright

Courtney Wright has made bold business moves throughout her career. In this episode, we discuss how she does it. How does she courageously and continuously take action that leads to impressive business results? You’ll learn …
Aug. 29, 2023

The Profit Rainmaker: How to Execute Exceptionally Well on True Priorities | John Lanier

Today my guest is John Lanier, CEO of Middle Market Methods. You’ll immediately hear his passion for efficiency, effectiveness and creating value. I’m glad you’re here for our discussion on how to execute extremely well on t…
Aug. 15, 2023

Value-Driven Growth: The Magic of Clarity to Create and Convey Success | Mark Stiving

Mark Stiving is my guest today and he is a pricing expert. What does pricing have to do with The Courage of a Leader? It turns out, quite a lot! The secret to effectively pricing your products and services is the same one le…
Aug. 1, 2023

How to Gain the Extreme Power of Adaptive Agility for Leaders | Megan Robinson

My guest on today’s episode of The Courage of a Leader podcast is Megan Robinson, principal at E Leader Experience. Megan is talented at describing complex, nuanced, leadership concepts in accessible, simplified ways. In thi…
July 18, 2023

Inspiring Leadership Lessons of Top Athletes: Winning Success Secrets from a 2-Time Olympian and International Speaking Star, Sherry Winn

Welcome to the first podcast episode in our new series, Inspiring Leadership Lessons of Top athletes. Our first guest in the series shares with us from the perspective of an athlete, she’s a 2-time Olympian, and as a coach, …
July 4, 2023

Courageous Destiny: Build the Ultimate Vision for Your Work and Life with Kristin Crockett

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is Kristen Crockett, a Coach, Consultant and Founder of Courageous Destiny. Her leadership legacy is supporting individuals to create their courageous destiny, a life they lo…
June 20, 2023

Mastering the Art of Influence: How to Lead without Authority with Orvel Ray Wilson

In this episode, you will have the pleasure of hearing from Orvel Ray Wilson as we translate his lessons learned from leading a volunteer orchestra into valuable guidance for leaders who are working to influence across their…
June 6, 2023

How to Go From Visionary to Change Agent to Triumphant with David Johnson

My guest today on The Courage of a Leader podcast is David Johnson. David has a 20-year track record of driving organizational change. He's a turnaround expert, and often turnarounds bring with them negative connotation - ha…
May 23, 2023

Top 10 Ways to Find Real Wisdom as a Leader with Elisabeth Herbner

You heard from Elisabeth Herbner in the last episode, as she shared some of the wisdom she’s gotten from previous guests on The Courage of a Leader podcast. That was a nice way to underscore pragmatic, universal and extremel…
May 9, 2023

Find Peace in Leadership Storms: Top Podcast Fan Shares Her Most Powerful Secrets From Our Previous Guests with Elisabeth Herbner

Welcome to this episode entitled: Find Peace in Leadership Storms: Top Podcast Fan Shares Her Most Powerful Secrets From Our Previous Guests. You’ll hear from Elisabeth Herbner, a dear friend, business owner and healthcare w…