• S07E14: Unlocking success through mindful, conscious and compassionate leadership
    Jun 11 2024

    Guest: Clifton Savage
    Founder and CEO of The Service Leaders Society

    Over the last 15 years, Clifton Savage has carved a niche in reducing costs related to untrained and disengaged employees, starting at the leadership level. With a diverse background spanning aerospace, manufacturing, fitness, and construction, Clifton has garnered insights into the universal principles of effective employee engagement and leadership.

    Clifton's mission is to empower leaders and their teams to more effectively utilize their time, energy, and resources in a genuine and dynamic manner. His aptitude for problem-solving is matched by his passion for developing people, which is central to achieving sustainable improvements in processes.

    Charity: This episode is in aid of Clif’s charity of choice, The Children's Hospital of the King's Daughter (www.chkd.org), to which we have made a donation and proudly promote through the #RethinkLeadership network.

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    27 mins
  • S07E13: How service-centered leaders attract, grow and retain talent effectively
    Jun 3 2024

    Guest: Clifton Savage
    Founder and CEO of The Service Leaders Society

    Over the last 15 years, Clifton Savage has carved a niche in reducing costs related to untrained and disengaged employees, starting at the leadership level. With a diverse background spanning aerospace, manufacturing, fitness, and construction, Clifton has garnered insights into the universal principles of effective employee engagement and leadership.

    Clifton's mission is to empower leaders and their teams to more effectively utilize their time, energy, and resources in a genuine and dynamic manner. His aptitude for problem-solving is matched by his passion for developing people, which is central to achieving sustainable improvements in processes.

    Charity: This episode is in aid of Clif’s charity of choice, The Children's Hospital of the King's Daughter (www.chkd.org), to which we have made a donation and proudly promote through the #RethinkLeadership network.

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    27 mins
  • S07E12: Embracing Generative AI to Supercharge Business Growth
    May 23 2024

    Guest: Karl Lillrud
    Author, Speaker and AI Expert

    Karl Lillrud is one of the world's top 30 motivational speakers and e-commerce experts, with over 27 years of experience in driving growth for companies, ranging from startups to Fortune 500 corporations.

    Karl is a two-time TEDx speaker, bestselling author of several books, and has been recognized as one of the top e-commerce influencers globally.

    If you are looking to boost your online growth through the application of Generative AI, Karl's practical advice and unique perspectives are exactly what you need. Listen and discover strategies that can redefine your approach to digital commerce and the further opportunities AI offers to us all.

    Charity: We have made a donation as a thank you to Karl for joining us, to The Yale Center for Dyslexia & Creativity: A research and advocacy center based at Yale University, focusing on understanding dyslexia and its link to creativity. Website: https://dyslexia.yale.edu/

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    28 mins
  • S07E11: From Tech Startups to the Indonesian Diaspora - Leadership Lessons From The 2023 Mentor Of The Year
    May 13 2024

    Guest: Dinye Hernanda
    Learning and Development Professional for Startups & Scaleups | 30u30 Learning | Mentor of The Year 2023 for Young Entrepreneurs and the Indonesian Diaspora

    Dinye Hernanda is the expert to call when it comes to building a learning culture that accelerates business growth.

    Launching her career as an innovation manager in large corporations, Dinye transferred her entrepreneurial and inventive mindset to L&D, particularly thriving in the dynamic environment of hypergrowth startups. Dinye has set up L&D processes and infrastructures in four different companies, often taking on multiple roles such as trainer, facilitator, coach, and problem solver.

    In 2021, she was recognized as one of the 'Thirty Under 30' in L&D, affirming her contributions and thought leadership in the field. Dinye founded “Agile L&D” to nurture a community of impact-driven L&D professionals. On top of all this, Dinye was named As Mentor of the Year 2023.

    Charity: This episode is in aid of the Mossy Earth. A charity implementing high impact rewilding projects across a wide range of ecosystems to restore our natural world. We have made a donation to Mossy Earth as a thank you for Dinye for joining us. https://www.mossy.earth/gift


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    30 mins
  • S07E10: Are you a Big Bet Leader? How to win in the hyper-digital era
    May 6 2024

    Guest : John Rossman
    Innovative Digital Strategist, Former Amazon Executive, and Best-Selling Author

    John Rossman is the founder of Rossman Partners, a strategy and leadership firm and author of four books on leadership and business innovation including the best seller ‘The Amazon Way’

    He is an early Amazon executive who played a key role in launching the Amazon marketplace business in 2002. Today he is a leading keynote speaker on leadership for innovation and transformation; and has served as the senior technology advisor at the Gates Foundation and senior innovation advisor at T-Mobile.

    His new book, ‘Big Bet Leadership: Your Transformation Playbook for Winning in the Hyper-Digital Era’ is out now in bookshops everywhere.

    We dive into John’s leadership journey, learnings from Amazon and into what Big Bet leadership is all about, why it’s a must do for many and how to go about it.

    A big thank you to John Rossman for joining us today and providing us with a number of invaluable insights!

    Learn more about John by checking out his books:
    https://johnrossman.com/amazon-leadership-principles-author-john-rossman/

    Signing up to his innovation newsletter:
    https://thedigitalleader.substack.com

    Visit the Big Bet Leadership website for free downloads
    https://www.bigbetleadership.com

    Don’t forget to book John Rossman for your next keynote speaking event!
    https://www.johnrossman.com

    Charity: This episode is in aid of the First Responders Children’s Foundation in New York. We have made a donation as a thank you to John for joining us, in support the children & families of First Responder heroes who risk their lives every day in service to their communities.


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    38 mins
  • S07E09: In Her Own Voice: A Woman’s Rise to CEO - Overcoming hurdles to succeed in leadership today and tomorrow
    May 2 2024
    Guest: Jennifer McCollum
    Former CEO of Linkage, a SHRM Company; Author of In Her Own Voice: A Woman’s Rise to CEO

    Jennifer McCollum is the former CEO of Linkage, a SHRM company, where she oversaw the strategic direction and global operations of the leadership development firm.

    With a mission to “Change the Face of Leadership,” Linkage has dedicated 35 years to advancing women and accelerating inclusion in leaders and organizations. Linkage has been consistently ranked a top 20 training company, providing assessments, training, coaching, consulting, and conferences.

    Jennifer is an acclaimed speaker, consultant, and author. Her new book, titled In Her Own Voice: A Woman’s Rise to CEO, was released in November 2023.

    Charity: This episode is in aid of Safe Shores in Washington DC , supporting children's advocacy center https://www.safeshores.org/ #to which we have made a donation. Safe Shores provides survivor-centered services and support for children affected by abuse in DC and works to end child abuse and neglect as the DC Chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America.

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    45 mins
  • S07E08: The Must-Dos for Leaders in Navigating Digital and Workforce Transformation
    Apr 22 2024

    Guest: Jevon Wooden
    Certified Coach, Business Consultant, Speaker, Podcast Host, Author, and Army Veteran

    Jevon Wooden is a certified coach, business consultant, speaker, podcast host, author, and Army Veteran, driven by a passion for leadership, growth strategy, and aiding motivated leaders and businesses in reaching their objectives. His academic journey includes a master's degree in cybersecurity from Fordham University and an MBA from the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland.

    As a recipient of the Bronze Star for his courageous actions during a bombing attack at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, Jevon's leadership extends beyond conventional boundaries. His innovative business growth and personal development ideas have gained recognition in leading publications such as Entrepreneur, Inc. Magazine, Fast Company, Foundr, Forbes, and Verizon.

    Charity: This episode is in aid of ‘The Center For Youth’ | https://www.centerforyouth.net/; a charity supporting young people in the US in realizing their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice. We have made a donation as a thank you to Jevon for joining us

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    22 mins
  • S07E07: The Must-Dos for Leaders in Building Truly Diverse, Inclusive, and Equitable Organisation
    Apr 17 2024

    Guest: Mette Johansson
    Author, Keynote Speaker, and Award-Winning Social Entrepreneur

    Mette Johansson worked in leadership roles for multinational corporations over 15 years before founding MetaMind, a training consultancy providing learning programmes in the people side of leadership skills.

    Mette is the author of two Amazon bestsellers; "How to Make Yourself Promotable: 7 skills to help you climb the career ladder", as well as the co-author and ideator of “Unleash Your Voice, Powerful Public Speaking for Every Woman”
    Her new Book: ‘Narratives – The stories that hold women back at work’ is out now and available through bookshops everywhere.

    Mette is the Founder and relentless driver and Chair for KeyNote Women Speakers.

    Charity
    : This podcast is in aid of KeyNote Women Speakers, a non-profit directory of female speakers on a mission to bring diversity to speaking stages around the world. We have made a donation as a thank you to Mette for joining us.

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    25 mins