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The Innovation Meets Leadership Podcast

The Innovation Meets Leadership Podcast

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  • 21. Courageous Investing with Quentin Florence & Doug Vanderlinde

    21. Courageous Investing with Quentin Florence & Doug Vanderlinde
    Nov 30 2025
    In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, Natalie Born sits down with Quentin Florence and Doug Vanderlinde, the founders of Coplanar Capital, to explore a powerful reframing of wealth, investment, and calling. With a faith-driven mission and a deep belief in stewardship, Quentin and Doug unpack why the future of investing isn’t just about capital — it’s about identity, leadership, and multiplying what’s been entrusted to you.Together, they demystify early-stage investing, share how founders can position themselves for meaningful funding, and introduce their signature framework: I Am. I Have. I Do. [00:00 – 04:00] Introducing Coplanar Capital & the Heart Behind Investing- Why Quentin and Doug see investing as stewardship, not speculation.- How the parable of the talents shapes their view of multiplying what you’ve been given.- Reframing investing as a calling, not just a financial discipline.[04:01 – 08:00] What’s Really Happening in the Investment Landscape- Why big funds are getting bigger — often through marketing rather than performance.- Coplanar Capital’s mission: generate outstanding returns while doing good.[08:01 – 12:30] What Investors Look for First: The Founder- Why leadership matters more than the invention itself.- The I Am. I Have. I Do. framework: clarity of identity, resources, and action.- What your company communicates about who you are as a leader.[12:31 – 16:30] The Psychology of Founders & Investors- Fear, rejection, and shrinking comfort zones — and why both sides experience them.- Why humility, clarity, and emotional security matter during the pitch process.- How investors evaluate founders beyond the pitch deck.[16:31 – 18:30] Identity Investing: Leading With Both Head and Heart- Why metrics alone won’t guide you — and intuition alone won’t protect you.- The shift from public to private markets and why identity matters more there.- Finding investments that “make your heart spark.”[18:31 – 22:00] What Makes a Startup Attractive? Market, Fit & Optionality- Understanding TAM (Total Addressable Market) and why market size matters.- Optionality: the importance of having more than one way to win.- Why agility, pivots, and adaptability matter more than perfect plans.[22:01 – 24:00] The Relentless Mindset Founders Must Have- Why valuing the process over the results is essential for survival.- How to process failure through learning instead of shame.- Why every investor has failed — and founders shouldn’t fear that reality.[24:01 – 28:30] Double-Result Investing: Better Returns and a Better World- Breaking the myth that you must choose between returns and impact.- Why scarcity thinking limits innovation — and how founders can rise above it.Quotes“The leaders who perform the best are the ones completely secure in their calling.” — Quentin Florence“Great investing is both head and heart — metrics matter, but so does what sparks your passion.” — Doug Vanderlinde“You don’t need either great returns or a better world. In the right hands, you can have both.” — Doug VanderlindeConnect with Coplanar CapitalWebsite: coplanarcapital.com LinkedIn – Quentin Florence: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quentin-florence-750137b/LinkedIn – Doug Vanderlinde: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-vander-linde/If this conversation inspired you, don’t forget to leave a review and share this episode with a founder, investor, or leader who’s ready to grow through innovation.🎙️ Grab Natalie’s book, SET IT ON FIRE: The Art of Innovation, at setitonfire.co.These are proven tools to transform your leadership and innovation approach.Visit innovationmeetsleadership.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.Don’t just get out of the box, break the box and set it on fire.Let’s go transform something!
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  • 20. The Power of Play with Jolynn Ledgerwood

    20. The Power of Play with Jolynn Ledgerwood
    Nov 16 2025
    In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with Jolynn Ledgerwood, learning and development expert, certified Gallup Strengths coach, and founder of Elevate Your Talent. With over 25 years of experience working with global brands like PepsiCo, Frito-Lay, and Toyota, Jolynn introduces us to a transformative methodology called LEGO® Serious Play, a hands-on approach that sparks creativity, strengthens collaboration, and unlocks hidden insights within teams.Together, Natalie and Jolynn explore how “thinking with your hands” activates up to 80% more brain power, why play is vital for innovation and well-being, and how leaders can create environments where every voice, from the CEO to the intern, has a seat at the table. From high school athletes to corporate teams, this episode proves that the opposite of play isn’t work, it’s stagnation.[00:00 – 03:00] Jolynn’s Journey into LEGO® Serious PlayFrom corporate learning roles at PepsiCo and Toyota to creative facilitation.How LEGO® reinvented itself and how Jolynn discovered its team-building power.Only 100 certified practitioners in the U.S. versus 15,000 in Europe, why Americans still struggle to see “play” as productive.[03:01 – 07:00] The Science of Thinking with Your HandsUsing LEGO® unlocks up to 80% more brain power.The four-step methodology: question → build → share → reflect.How creativity allows all personality types, even quiet thinkers, to express themselves fully.[07:01 – 10:00] Building Trust and Curiosity Through PlayLEGO® Serious Play creates safe, judgment-free conversations.Why every build is “right” for the person who made it.Metaphors and subconscious meaning in simple pieces and the power of asking, “Tell me more about what you built.”[10:01 – 14:00] Real-World Example: A Basketball Team’s TransformationFacilitating a workshop with a high school girls’ team to build unity.How players gained empathy and emotional awareness through their builds.Discovering that supporting teammates means seeing beyond performance.[14:01 – 18:00] Courageous Leadership and Unexpected InsightsWhy it takes a brave leader to invite play into the workplace.LEGO® as a tool for perspective-taking and emotional intelligence.Seeing the same model from different angles and how it changes interpretation.[18:01 – 22:00] Building Culture in Times of ChangeHow LEGO® sessions rebuild morale after layoffs or restructuring.The danger of calling connection “fluff” and why it’s business-critical.Creating “simple guiding principles” from each session to carry forward.[22:01 – 25:00] Play as a Pathway to InnovationThe opposite of play isn’t work, it’s depression.Inviting creativity through LEGO®, Play-Doh, or even watercolor.How play fosters engagement, focus, and retention in teams.[25:01 – 27:00] Final Reflections and Call to LeadersWhy leaders must make space for curiosity and fun at work.Mary Poppins wisdom: “In every job that must be done, there’s an element of fun.”When teams play together, innovation follows naturally.Quotes:“It takes a courageous leader to bring play into the workplace.” – Jolynn Ledgerwood“Leaders who embrace creativity give permission for authenticity.” – Jolynn Ledgerwood“You never know what your team is capable of until you invite play into the process.” – Jolynn LedgerwoodWebsite: elevateyourtalent.coLinkedIn: Jolynn Ledgerwood Podcast: Play for PerformanceIf this conversation inspired you, leave a review and share this episode with a leader who’s ready to reimagine what creativity and connection look like at work.🎙️ Check out Natalie Born’s book, Set It on Fire: The Art of Innovation, available now at setitonfire.co. These are proven tools to transform your leadership and innovation approach.Visit innovationmeetsleadership.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.Don’t just get out of the box, break the box and set it on fire. Let’s go transform something!
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  • 19. Building Better Leaders with Brad McDonald

    19. Building Better Leaders with Brad McDonald
    Nov 2 2025

    In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership, host Natalie Born sits down with Brad McDonald — leadership designer, executive coach, and co-founder of Pattern Talent. With a mission to develop one million leaders, Brad brings deep insights from his work with organizations like Chick-fil-A, the U.S. Army, and the City of Phoenix.

    Together, Natalie and Brad unpack the four dimensions of leadership — Character, Chemistry, Competence, and Capacity — and explore how these timeless principles shape emotionally intelligent, high-impact leaders. From building self-awareness to cultivating trust and unlocking the potential in others, this episode is a masterclass in leading with both head and heart.

    [00:00 – 04:00] Brad’s Leadership Journey

    • Growing up in a leadership-centered home and learning from his parents’ example.

    • How early exposure to servant leadership through Chick-fil-A shaped his philosophy.

    • Why Brad chose to dedicate his life’s work to developing leaders across industries.

    [04:01 – 08:00] Character: The Foundation of Leadership

    • Asking the essential question: Who am I as a leader?

    • How self-awareness and emotional intelligence prevent unintentional harm.

    • Why humility, integrity, and consistency build credibility and lasting trust.

    [08:01 – 12:00] Chemistry: Building High-Trust Relationships

    • Redefining “likability” through authentic curiosity and connection.

    • The power of emotional security and presence when entering a room.

    • Why curiosity and trust are the hidden superpowers of relational leadership.

    [12:01 – 18:00] Competence: Knowing Your Unique Value

    • Moving beyond skill to unique value contribution.

    • Engaging both the head and heart of your team for sustainable performance.

    • The difference between teaching and modeling — why imitation builds true capability.

    [18:01 – 24:00] Capacity: Developing Leaders Who Multiply Leaders

    • How to identify and nurture untapped potential in others.

    • The leader’s role in creating “more, better, autonomous” leaders.

    • Why leadership capacity expands through empowering others, not controlling them.

    [24:01 – 29:00] The Refining Fire of Leadership

    • Navigating challenges, setbacks, and chaos with resilience and perspective.

    • How to process leadership growth questions in community, not isolation.

    • Staying grounded and open through curiosity, humility, and feedback.

    [29:01 – 31:00] Closing Reflections

    • Brad’s call for leaders to invest deeply in both themselves and those they lead.

    • How community, trust, and transparency unlock lasting transformation.

    “Low self-awareness can unintentionally make or break a leader.” – Brad McDonald“Great leaders cultivate genuine curiosity about the people around them.” – Brad McDonald

    “If you want infinite capacity as a leader, it’s found in your ability to develop the capacity of others.” – Brad McDonald

    Website: patterntalent.coPodcast: The Daily Leader

    If this conversation inspired you, don’t forget to leave a review and share this episode with a leader who’s ready to grow through innovation.

    🎙️ Check out Natalie’s book, SET IT ON FIRE: The Art of Innovation, available now at setitonfire.co. These are proven tools to transform your leadership and innovation approach.Visit innovationmeetsleadership.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

    Don’t just get out of the box — break the box and set it on fire.Let’s go transform something!

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