How Leaders Lead with David Novak

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Kevin Hochman, CEO of Brinker International (Chili’s and Maggiano’s) – Strengthen core functions by making tough cuts

2024-04-1801:01:54

When people talk about cutting and simplifying parts of your business, it can feel scary. But as you’ll hear in this conversation, that’s what you’ve got to do if you want to free up resources for the BIG things that really drive BIG growth. You’ll also learn: The first thing to do in a new role (especially a turnaround) A powerful insight on pricing strategy Three keys to smarter innovation What every young leader needs to do to get buy-in on a big initiative ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

3 More Questions (Jon Rahm) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

2024-04-1511:57

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What is your favorite Masters memory? How would you advise leaders to tackle criticism after having changed their minds? What’s your mental process for staying focused when coming down the proverbial stretch in business? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Jon Rahm, Professional golfer and defending Masters champion — Own your decisions

2024-04-1101:04:02

A big part of any leader’s job is to make decisions. But making a decision is just the beginning. You’ve also got to own your decisions. Listen to this episode with professional golfer and defending Masters Champion Jon Rahm to see what that looks like—and why it’s crucial to your success. You’ll also learn: The power of setting short-term goals One surprising insight about happiness Practical ways to achieve better work-life balance Stories from the 2023 Masters you may not have heard yet ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

3 More Questions (Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

2024-04-0812:23

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders eliminate silos and bureaucracy so that the right information gets to each department in the company? What advice can you give leaders about how to price their products competitively? Where should leaders look when they’re trying to innovate while also staying true to their core brand and product? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Warby Parker Cofounders and Co-CEOs, Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa – Information has to travel quickly

2024-04-0401:02:53

When information doesn’t get to the right people at the right time, it’s a recipe for disaster. People can’t make smart decisions. It creates unnecessary conflict. And teams end up siloed and not aligned. If you want to make sure information is moving fast in your organization, listen to this conversation with Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa, the co-CEOs of the incredibly successful eyeglass company Warby Parker. You’ll also learn: One habit that every strong partnership needs Why a clearly defined brand identity is key for creativity What to do when disagreements arise How to be successful in retail today ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

The Best Of Q1

2024-03-2832:251

In this episode, we take all the great wisdom from the last three months and highlight the most impactful takeaways for you. The Best Of Q1 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders: Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle Deion Sanders, University of Colorado Head Football Coach Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, Former CEO of Celebrity Cruises Dan Hurley, UConn Men's Basketball Head Coach Tim Schurrer, Author and CEO of David Novak Leadership Admiral Mike Mullen, 17th chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Walter Driver, Cofounder and CEO of Scopely Lynn Swann, NFL Hall of Famer Aylwin Lewis, Former Chairman & CEO of Potbelly Joe Scarlett, Former CEO of Tractor Supply Michelle Korsmo, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association Matt Doherty, Author and former head basketball coach at North Carolina ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

3 More Questions (Matt Doherty) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

2024-03-2514:45

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What advice do you have for leaders who are recruiting in very competitive industries? What advice do you have for leaders who are managing change within their organizations? How should a leader handle the relationship with their predecessor when he or she is still very much involved in the organization that they’re running? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Matt Doherty, author and former head basketball coach at North Carolina — Look for the opportunities in adversity

2024-03-2101:00:48

If you lead long enough, you’re bound to find yourself in a situation that’s hard, unfair, or even downright painful. In those moments of adversity, how do you respond? And what can you learn from them? This week’s episode gives you an honest, vulnerable look into those questions and can help you uncover the opportunities waiting in whatever adversity you’re dealing with. You’ll also learn: The big risk you take in not holding people accountable Three fun (but practical) tips to be a better salesperson An open and honest look at how to deal with getting fired What it was like to win a national title alongside Michael Jordan ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

3 More Questions (Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

2024-03-1811:01

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders stay steady and consistent after really high highs or really low lows? How does a leader instill that sense of want and drive in their people? How should leaders go about processing what others would see as a failure? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders, NFL Hall of Famer and Head Football Coach at the University of Colorado – Even if you’re broken, keep moving

2024-03-1457:03

It’s Prime Time, baby! Get inside the mind of one of the most charismatic and inspirational leaders out there—the one and only Deion Sanders. If you’re trying to make big changes, level up your leadership, or get motivated, this conversation is the inspiration you need to do it. You’ll also learn: One habit every great communicator has Why it’s important to define what a “win” is for your team How to lead, even if you’re not in charge The mentality you need in order to lead a massive turnaround ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

3 More Questions (Michelle Korsmo) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

2024-03-1110:02

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How should leaders think about evaluating a team and defining vision? Are those two things inherently linked? What is your take on having your business strategy be a living, breathing document? What’s one piece of advice you can give leaders who have to unite and engage people across multiple different sectors? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Michelle Korsmo, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association — Engage others by drawing them out

2024-03-0741:04

How can you get people engaged with your big plans and strategies? It starts with how you engage with them. Michelle Korsmo is the President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association, and she understands the power of drawing people out in order to get them engaged with her big goals. Listen to this episode and see how it’s done! You’ll also learn: How to turn big strategies into real plans Two key factors to advancing your agenda The mindset shift you need to make after getting promoted Advice for women who want to advance in their careers ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

3 More Questions (Joe Scarlett) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

2024-03-0408:00

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What are some ways leaders can hone in on who their customers really are? Why do you believe Tractor Supply Company's stock performed as well as it did from 2000-2020? How do you train your people to do the right thing with customers? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Joe Scarlett, former CEO of Tractor Supply Company — Transparency unifies a team

2024-02-2946:51

Let’s be honest: just because people work for the same company doesn’t mean they’re on the same team. As a leader, how can you truly get your team unified and working together? This conversation with Joe Scarlett, the former CEO of Tractor Supply Company, is full of practical ideas and insights. You’ll also learn: One small tweak you might need to make to your bonus structure A blueprint for conducting a successful site visit Why it’s important to open up and share company details with your team How Tractor Supply Company avoided getting squashed by big competitors like The Home Depot and Walmart ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

3 More Questions (Tim Schurrer) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

2024-02-2613:52

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What made you hire Tim in the first place? What’s your vision for the How Leaders Lead app and why do you believe it will be so powerful for leaders? What’s a story from your career about a time when someone helped you win, and how did that impact you as a leader? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Tim Schurrer, Author and CEO of David Novak Leadership – Help others win

2024-02-2239:55

When you think about success in your career, you usually think about your own goals and growth. But if you really want to accomplish big things in your career, you have to shift your focus from “me” to “we.” In this episode, you’ll see how to help others win and become the kind of leader everyone wants to work for. You’ll also discover: Something to try in your next staff meeting to make your team feel more recognized Two common marketing mistakes (and how to fix them) A question that can help you refine your own definition of success Innovative programs to help the kids in your life become stronger leaders ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

3 More Questions (Aylwin Lewis) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

2024-02-1911:42

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: Why do you think hiring might be the key to fixing high turnover? What mindsets should leaders look to develop if they have their sights set on a C-level job? What are things leaders ought to seek out when they join a new company in a different industry? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Aylwin Lewis, former CEO of Potbelly and Sears – Results are paramount

2024-02-1501:01:54

You want to take care of your people. But you also gotta take care of business. If you want to create happy teams and cultures without compromising on the results, don’t miss this conversation with Alywin Lewis, the former Chairman and CEO of Potbelly Sandwich Works and the former CEO of Sears Holdings. You’ll also learn: Why strong cultures drive more efficient operations The secret to lowering your turnover rate How to listen to your frontline employees 3 practical tips for better public speaking ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

3 More Questions (Lynn Swann) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

2024-02-1208:15

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders prepare someone they fire for their next role? What advice do you have for leaders who find it difficult to make time to listen? How can leaders recognize and encourage the people who are behind the scenes, creating opportunities for their team to win when it matters most? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Lynn Swann, NFL Hall of Famer — Listen if you want to learn

2024-02-0848:58

Want to build strong relationships with your team, no matter what your role is? It starts with how you see the people around you. Discover this powerful outlook for yourself as David talks with NFL Hall of Famer and 4x Super Bowl champ Lynn Swann! You’ll also learn: The one thing all high-performing teams have in common What to hire for if you want to develop more leaders How to navigate major career transitions successfully What it’s really like to play in a Super Bowl ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

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