In this episode, Brady sits down with Victor Flores, Principal at REDW and one of Oklahoma’s most connected leaders, to talk about the art and psychology of networking. Victor shares how he went from being a shy kid with a stutter to leading in healthcare, tribal finance, and business development, all while building thousands of genuine professional relationships. From speed-dating strategies to long-game trust-building, this conversation is packed with real talk, encouragement, and a surprising amount of wisdom about showing up, standing out, and staying grounded. Connect with Victor on LinkedIn and learn more about the work he's doing with the Oklahoma Tribal Financial Consortium and the Oklahoma Native Impact Study. #bettertogether
In this episode, Brady sits down with Dr. Chris Culver to dive into the rapidly evolving relationship between leadership and artificial intelligence. They explore the limits of AI, the skills leaders will need to succeed in the future, practical ways to incorporate AI into your daily work, and how technology might actually enhance human connection instead of replacing it. Whether you're an early adopter or a little skeptical of AI's role in leadership, this conversation will challenge you to think differently and equip you to lead more effectively in the years ahead.
In this episode, Brady sits down with Tyler Huebert, founder of Surf Bar, to talk about his journey from dreaming on a Hawaiian beach to building one of Oklahoma’s premier smoothie and acai bowl destinations. Tyler opens up about what it really takes to lead as a young entrepreneur - delayed gratification, hiring mistakes, hard conversations, and all. He also digs into his leadership values, lessons from failure, how he invests in his team, and why surrounding yourself with the right people might be the most powerful move you can make. Whether you’re leading a team or just trying to lead yourself better, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to take action.
In this episode, Brady sits down with trainer and author Tami Shaw to explore what makes training stick. They talk about her new book Radically Simple Training, why asking the right questions matters more than giving the right answers, and what it means to lead with humility and clarity. Whether you're a professional facilitator or just someone who wants to help people grow, this conversation is packed with insights you’ll actually use.
<p>Lorie Hulsey is the Senior VP and Manager of Human Resources at First Oklahoma Bank. In this episode, Lorie shares what most people get wrong about HR, how she develops leaders without a formal training program, and why she’s passionate about building relationships at work.</p><p>We also discuss the upcoming Oklahoma SHRM State Conference and what makes it such a powerful experience not just for HR pros, but for anyone responsible for people.</p><p>We dive deep into topics such as:</p><ul> <li>HR leadership in a small organization</li> <li>Custom vs. structured development programs</li> <li>Misconceptions about HR</li> <li>The power of professional networking</li> <li>Why the SHRM Conference matters now more than ever</li></ul><p>🎟️ Learn more about the SHRM State Conference: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/4dbpy2cr" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/4dbpy2cr</a> – Get 10% off with code <strong>"Myfriend10"</strong></p><p>🧭 Presented by <strong>Clear Path Leadership</strong> – <a href="https://clearpathokc.com" target="_blank">clearpathokc.com</a></p>
We're taking a short break (likely a few weeks) to rebuild the podcast and make it better than ever!In the meantime, you can connect with Brady on LinkedIn or reach out via email if you're looking for coaching, training, or speaking.
We're constantly telling stories, even when we aren't putting children to bed or entertaining friends at dinner parties. If we understand what makes stories engaging and captivating, we can incorporate these principles into our communication in a way that enhances our influence and leadership. Learn more about Payton and Christian Story Lab at https://christianstorylab.com.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com
Conversational discomfort can be incredibly uncomfortable because we feel like there's extra attention on us. However, if we're willing to embrace this discomfort in pursuit of a better long-term outcome, we can enhance the quality of our communication and the stronger relationships it can produce.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com
When it comes to communication, most of us carry preconceived notions and limiting beliefs. Communicating more effectively starts with shifting our focus and building new habits that reinforce our changed perspective.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com
Pain, while uncomfortable, is unavoidable in life. However, with the right perspective, it can be quite useful. We can help people experience long-term development as they face short-term challenges and obstacles by encouraging them to think about how the pain is making them better.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com
As a leader, you often face tough decisions under immense pressure. Making decisions is especially difficult when you weigh the options, talk with people you trust, and still don't feel confident in a particular option. To move forward, we must become comfortable with an appropriate level of risk and connect our decisions to our core values. Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com
There are many things in life we can't fully control. If we're not careful, we can default to worry as a false sense of control, even though this doesn't produce a positive impact. Learning to think like a coach requires you to stop thinking about what you CAN’T control and focus first on what you CAN control. In this episode, you'll hear practical steps on how you can make this mindset shift.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com.
We often compartmentalize topics because it makes them easier to understand, but few things in life are so simple. In reality, we are dynamic, complex beings with personalities that include several facets. When we think about how different aspects of our lives impact each other, we can identify the right problems and find the best solutions.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com.
All time management is pain management (as Nir Eyal taught me in his book "Indistractible"), but that doesn't mean we spend all our time solving the right problems. Thankfully, we can shift our thinking with one simple question.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com.
I've been to New York twice - once for ten hours and once for a full week. As you can imagine, the experiences were quite different. However, reflecting on both trips several years later reveals an important lesson about brainstorming and setting goals.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com.
This may surprise you, but human beings aren’t always logical or rational. However, this doesn’t mean that we can’t grow and develop our natural conflict-resolution skills. As a coach, I love powerful questions that lead to new awareness, so let’s consider five questions we can ask ourselves as conflict arises to sharpen our thinking and effectively manage problems.Here are the five questions:1. What do I NOT know about this situation?2. What opportunity exists here?3. What values do I want to reflect in my actions?4. How would somebody I admire address this situation?5. How do I want to remember this situation later on?If you'd like to learn more about conflict management, sign up for our Effective Conflict Management course on October 2nd.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about helping individuals and teams in Oklahoma City discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com.
Where people exist, conflict is inevitable. However, with the right mindset and skills, you can approach conflict with confidence, transforming it into a tremendous opportunity for growth.Want to learn more about conflict resolution? Sign up for our "Effective Conflict Management" course or download a copy of our "Ignite Your Leadership" workbook and look for the "Improve Your Conflict Management Skills" entry.Clear Path Leadership exists to help leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about investing in Oklahoma City's leaders and helping them discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com. Thanks for listening!
We all have areas of frustration at work that don't match up with our natural gifts. What can we do in these areas to ensure they don't slow us (or our teams) down?Clear Path Leadership exists to help young leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about investing in Oklahoma City's leaders and helping them discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com. Thanks for listening!Episode 12: Finding Your Working Genius with Daniel FrancoEpisode 70: Working Genius Webinar with Daniel Franco
Authenticity in leadership is a hot topic right now. What does it really mean, and how can we cultivate greater authenticity in our leadership style?Clear Path Leadership exists to help young leaders build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a deeper sense of purpose. We are passionate about investing in Oklahoma City's leaders and helping them discover and fulfill their potential for the benefit of their organizations, families, and our community. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com or email us at info@clearpathokc.com. Thanks for listening!
Since there's no such thing as a life without pain, we should find ways to use pain productively to help us build essential character traits like resilience. With this approach, we can flip the script on pain to be something we are more likely to embrace (or even pursue) with a positive attitude.Motivation for Regular People is brought to you by Clear Path Leadership. Clear Path Leadership helps high-potential young leaders in the Oklahoma City area build confidence, boost productivity, and cultivate a greater sense of purpose. Clear Path specializes in one-on-one coaching, where clients walk through a proprietary framework that will teach them how to better know themselves, care for themselves, lead themselves, and lead others. To learn more about Clear Path Leadership, visit clearpathokc.com.Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, rate, and review the show.