Leadership BITES

Send us a text In this episode of Leadership Bites, Ken shares his journey as a blue collar entrepreneur and the inspiration behind his book 'Blue Collar Cash'. He discusses the importance of taking action, setting timelines for goals, and challenges the traditional notion that college is the only path to success. Ken emphasizes the value of blue collar work and the entrepreneurial characteristics that can emerge from it, encouraging listeners to visualize their life's goals and take control ...

02-24

47:16

Send us a text In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom interviews Dr. Joel A. Davis Brown, Esq, an organizational development expert, author of The Souls of Queer Folk: How Understanding LGBTQ+ Culture Can Transform Your Leadership Practice about the evolving landscape of leadership, particularly in the context of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Joel shares his journey from corporate America to becoming a thought leader in leadership practices, emphasizing the importance...

02-17

58:24

Send us a text In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom interviews Data Coach Paul Graeve, who shares insights on the intersection of leadership and data management. Paul emphasizes the simplicity of data, debunks myths surrounding its complexity, and discusses the critical role leaders play in fostering a data-driven culture. He highlights the importance of viewing data as an organizational asset and the challenges organizations face in managing their data effectively. The conver...

02-10

56:55

Send us a text In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom engages with Bob De koch and Phil Clampitt, co-authors of 'Leading with Care in a Tough World.' They discuss the critical issues in leadership today, including the alarming statistics on employee engagement, the integration of skills and beliefs in leadership practices, and the importance of recognizing different audiences in leadership development. The conversation also touches on the challenges of giving feedback, building ...

02-03

01:04:59

Send us a text Roger Steare, a philosopher in business, helps people think about their purpose, values, and how to make the right decisions. He has developed a moral reasoning framework and emphasizes the importance of compassion, friendship, and fairness in ethical decision-making. He believes that integrity is demonstrated through the alignment of values and actions, and that good, simple rules are necessary to guide behaviour. Steare also discusses the impact of greed and fear in the corpo...

01-20

01:10:33

Send us a text In this conversation, Guy Bloom and Josh Fletcher delve into the complexities of stress management, exploring its dual nature as both a necessary and potentially harmful aspect of life. Josh shares his personal journey, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and coping strategies in managing stress effectively. They discuss the physiological responses to stress, including the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn reactions, and introduce the 3Rs framework: Recognize, Reset, an...

01-14

01:02:14

Send us a text In this episode of the Leadership Bites podcast, host Guy Bloom sits down with Joe Davis, MD and Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and author of "The Generous Leader." Their conversation delves into the core themes of Davis's book, exploring the philosophy and practices behind generous leadership and its transformative impact on organizations. Joe begins by defining what it means to be a generous leader, emphasizing the importance of empathy, transparency, and the genu...

06-20

54:47

Send us a text In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom interviews Rob Moore, a disruptive entrepreneur and author. Rob shares his background and accomplishments, including being a bestselling author and owning multiple businesses and rental units. He also discusses his personal darkness and the importance of facing and overcoming challenges. The conversation then shifts to Rob's book, Money Matrix, which exposes the banking system and provides strategies for building generational wealt...

05-20

53:40

Send us a text Janice Omadeke, author of 'Mentorship Unlocked: The Science and Art of Setting Yourself Up for Success', discusses the importance of mentorship and the different types of mentors one should have in their life. She emphasizes the need for clarity in what you want to work on with a mentor and the importance of building a mentor persona. Janice outlines the seven types of mentors: company insider, skill master, money-minded mentor, industry mentor, network mentor, influential ally...

05-03

46:27

Send us a text In this episode of Leadership Bytes, Guy Bloom interviews Scott Greenberg about managing hourly workers. They discuss the differences between hourly and salaried workers, the importance of adapting to different generations in the workplace, and the need for continuous improvement in leadership. Scott shares insights from his book, Stop the Shift Show, which focuses on turning struggling hourly workers into a top-performing team. He emphasizes the importance...

03-11

47:39

Send us a text In this podcast episode, Guy Bloom interviews Michael J Schwartz about his book 'Fauci's Fiction' and discusses various aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic. They cover topics such as the introduction of Dr. Anthony Fauci, reactions to COVID-19, early observations and predictions, testing and data collection, mutations and strains of COVID-19, political influence on the pandemic response, public perception and polarization, the impact on influenza, and a comparison of death...

02-10

01:26:46

Send us a text Welcome to this episode of Leadership Bites! In today's conversation, Jennifer Sundberg, co-chief executive of Board Intelligence, delves into the transformative power of collective intelligence in decision-making within organizations. She emphasizes the need to move away from the superstar CEO model and instead focus on empowering every member of the organization to think more and think better. The three themes of collective intelligence are critical thinking, clear communica...

02-04

01:03:35

Send us a text In this conversation, Anthony 'Staz' Stazicker, a former UK Special Forces operator, discusses the qualities that make Special Forces special and the rigorous selection process. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication, and decision-making in high-pressure situations. Staz shares a personal experience of conflict within a team and the lessons learned from poor leadership. He also highlights the significance of continuous learning and the need...

01-23

01:07:10

Send us a text Welcome to another tantalizing episode of "Leadership Bites," the podcast that serves up bite-sized leadership wisdom for leaders and enthusiasts alike. I'm your host and leadership specialist, Guy Bloom, and today, we have a true luminary in the world of leadership joining us - Dr. Joe Folkman, PhD. Dr. Joe Folkman is not only a distinguished authority but also the co-founder and president of Zenger Folkman, a globally recognized leader in leadership research and development. ...

11-14

46:13

Send us a text Welcome to another compelling episode of "Leadership Bites," the podcast that serves up bite-sized wisdom for leaders and aspiring leaders alike. I'm your host, Guy Bloom, a leadership specialist with a passion for exploring the hidden gems of leadership. In this episode, we have a truly extraordinary guest joining us. Craig Harrison, the acclaimed author of "The Longest Kill," brings his unique insights to the table. Craig is not just an accomplished author; he's a decorated s...