Leading with Curiosity. A Podcast for Modern Leaders.

SummaryIn this conversation, mental performance coach Gary Chupik, from Elite Mindset, discusses the importance of self-leadership over motivation, emphasizing that individuals can learn to navigate challenges effectively. He introduces the concept of 'winning the day' through daily practices that enhance personal success. Chupik also outlines a mental performance bridge that guides individuals from crisis to thriving, highlighting the significance of a proactive mindset. The discussion culminates in practical strategies for building resilience and fostering an elite mindset, focusing on the power of choice in responses to experiences.Keywordsself-leadership, mental performance, resilience, daily success, proactive mindset, crisis management, elite mindset, personal development, coaching, sports psychologySound Bites"Motivation's overrated.""Win the day.""Put Ws on the calendar."TakeawaysMotivation is a fleeting feeling; self-leadership is essential.Winning the day involves choosing controllable actions.Creating a system of daily successes leads to momentum.Crisis management is the first step towards thriving.Focus on internal locus of control for better outcomes.Proactive mindsets help in avoiding reactive behaviors.Scheduling feelings can lead to better emotional management.Values and principles anchor personal identity and decisions.Healthy self-talk creates new neuro pathways for success.Beliefs are formed through experiences, thoughts, feelings, and responses.Chapters00:00 The Challenge of Motivation03:19 Self-Leadership and Winning the Day06:02 The Mental Performance Bridge Assessment11:50 Navigating Emotions and Scheduling Feelings17:24 Cultivating an Elite Mindset23:03 Building a New Mindset and Behavior

SummaryIn this conversation, Marc Nudelberg discusses the importance of embracing failure as a vital part of personal and professional growth. He shares insights from his coaching experience, emphasizing the 24-hour rule for processing emotions after wins or losses. Marc introduces a four-step process to overcome failure: feel it, review it, plan it, and try again. He connects these principles to sales training, highlighting the significance of consistency and emotional resilience in achieving success.Get Marc Nudelberg's book Family, Football, and Failure on Amazon. Connect with Marc Nudelberg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcnudelberg/Connect with Nate Leslie:https://www.linkedin.com/in/natelesliecec/Keywordsfailure, growth, coaching, sales training, 24-hour rule, resilience, confidence, process, emotional intelligence, leadershipSound Bites"Don't skip the 24 hours.""Control the controlables.""It's a consistency game."TakeawaysFailure is critical for growth.Success can hide the areas needing improvement.The 24-hour rule helps process emotions effectively.Courage, confidence, and resilience are developed through adversity.Honest reflection is crucial after setbacks.Creating a plan helps avoid repeating mistakes.Sales training involves dealing with rejection and failure.Consistency in outreach is more important than volume.Emotional intelligence is key in leadership and sales.Building relationships is essential for success.Chapters00:00 Embracing Failure as a Growth Opportunity03:12 The 24-Hour Rule: Moving Forward After Setbacks06:14 Building Confidence Through Courage and Resilience09:04 The Four-Step Process to Overcoming Failure11:53 Lessons from Sports Applied to Sales Training17:46 The Importance of Consistency in Sales23:50 Letting Go of Outcomes for Success27:59 LWC Riverside outro Generic.mp4

SummaryIn this conversation, Nate Leslie interviews THE Corey Hart. Yes he's been conveniently confused with the Boy in the Box many times. Corey is an experienced entrepreneur and educator, discussing the challenges and distractions faced by startups, particularly in fundraising. Corey emphasizes the importance of focusing on customer money over investor money, the role of curiosity in entrepreneurship, and the significance of understanding product market fit. They also explore the concept of unreasonable excellence in business, the value of mentorship, the impact of AI, and alternative funding models for startups. The discussion highlights the need for entrepreneurs to maintain their vision while navigating growth and scaling their businesses.Take Nate's free High-Performance Index Leader Self Assessment: ⁠www.nateleslie.ca/giftConnect with Corey: coreythehart.comKeywordsstartups, fundraising, entrepreneurship, curiosity, product market fit, mentorship, AI, hyperscale, business growth, alternative fundingTakeawaysFundraising can distract founders from their core business.Customer money is preferable to investor money.Curiosity is essential for learning and adapting in business.Understanding product market fit is crucial for success.Unreasonable excellence can enhance customer experiences.Mentorship programs like Spring GR are valuable for entrepreneurs.AI can provide insights but requires careful implementation.Hyperscale growth demands a focus on culture and team dynamics.Alternative funding models can reduce pressure on founders.Experience and wisdom are invaluable assets in entrepreneurship.Sound Bites"Why are you fundraising?""It's dangerous to delegate culture too soon.""You should charge for this, man."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Corey Hart and Startups02:58 The Distraction of Fundraising05:58 The Importance of Curiosity in Entrepreneurship08:54 Navigating Product Market Fit11:46 Unreasonable Excellence in Business15:04 Corey Hart's Mentorship and Community Involvement17:45 The Role of AI in Business20:41 Understanding Hyperscale and Growth23:29 Alternative Funding Models for Startups26:37 The Value of Experience in Entrepreneurship

SummaryBC's 2024 Premier's Award for Leadership Recipient, Cliff Chapman, shares his journey from a young crew leader in the BC Wildfire Service to his current role as Director of Operations. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on people rather than just performance, highlighting the need for emotional support and mental health awareness in leadership. The discussion also covers the cultural changes within the organization, the role of vulnerability in leadership, and the impact of Executive Coaching with Nate on personal and professional development. Ultimately, the conversation underscores the significance of relationships and shared experiences in fostering a positive work environment.Take Nate's free High-Performance Index Leader Self Assessment: www.nateleslie.ca/giftKeywordsleadership, personal growth, emotional support, coaching, team dynamics, cultural change, vulnerability, mental health, wildfire service, human experienceTakeawaysLeadership is about people, not just hazards.Emotional support is crucial for team members.Cultural change requires addressing underlying issues.Vulnerability in leadership fosters trust and connection.Coaching can significantly impact leadership development.Building relationships is essential for team dynamics.Navigating challenges requires open communication.Two perspectives can coexist in any situation.Mental health awareness is vital in high-stress environments.Creating a supportive workplace benefits everyone.Sound Bites"It's not about the hazard, it's about people.""Change can happen at all levels.""Two things can be true at once."Chapters00:00 The Journey of Leadership in Wildfire Management02:09 Evolving Perspectives on Crew Leadership04:58 The Shift from Adrenaline to Human Connection07:49 Catalyst Moments: Personal Experiences Shaping Leadership10:22 Cultural Transformation in BC Wildfire Service12:59 Removing Barriers: The Role of Leadership15:16 The Importance of Psychological Safety in Teams18:14 Recognition and Growth: Awards and Coaching Influence24:15 The Importance of Coaching Relationships27:03 Navigating Professional Development31:28 Facilitating Team Dynamics34:54 The Role of Vulnerability in Leadership37:57 Embracing Complexity in Human Experience41:46 LWC Riverside outro Generic.mp4

SummaryIn this episode of Leading with Curiosity, Lars Brüning interviews host Nate Leslie! Nate and Lars explore the transformative journey of coaching, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, continuous engagement, and the impact of effective tools on team dynamics. They discuss the shift from traditional leadership styles to a more facilitative approach, highlighting personal growth through coaching experiences and the significance of diversity in teams. The conversation underscores the necessity of ongoing support and the power of data in enhancing team performance, ultimately advocating for a collaborative and sustainable coaching process.Get your own leadership self assessment at: www.nateleslie.ca/gift Sound Bites"Leaders need to take a curious mindset.""Data uncovered how my team was feeling.""We find the solution together."Keywordscoaching, leadership, team dynamics, client engagement, personal development, coaching tools, continuous improvement, leadership styles, data-driven coaching, effective communicationTakeawaysThe journey of development is ongoing and never complete.Curiosity is essential for leaders to foster team growth.Data can reveal hidden team dynamics and feelings.Effective coaching requires continuous engagement with teams.Leadership should shift from being a hero to being a host.Diversity in teams enhances the quality of results.Listening is more powerful than sharing personal stories in coaching.Coaching is about facilitating solutions together with the team.Sustainable practices in coaching lead to lasting change.The role of a coach is to help teams find their own solutions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Journey02:32 The Impact of Coaching04:52 Using Data for Team Development09:09 Tools for Effective Coaching13:08 The Importance of Continuous Engagement17:19 Understanding Diversity in Teams21:01 Shifting Leadership Perspectives24:18 The Role of Listening in Coaching27:47 The Transformation from Hero to Host31:16 Sustainable Practices in Team Coaching36:37 LWC Riverside outro Generic.mp4

SummaryIn this episode, Nate Leslie explores the concept of high performance culture, defining its key elements and discussing how to cultivate it within organizations. He emphasizes the importance of connection, clarity, and accountability, while also addressing the human experience and its impact on performance. The episode concludes with actionable insights and an invitation for listeners to engage further with the content.Get your ⁠FREE Leader Self Assessment⁠ here. Keywordshigh performance culture, organizational culture, team dynamics, leadership, psychological safety, values, performance measurement, feedback, accountability, employee engagementSound Bites"Culture is what you feel.""You are the weather.""Clarity is key."TakeawaysHigh performance culture is about achieving goals while ensuring a positive human experience.Connection among team members is fundamental to culture.Values must be clear and actionable to guide behavior.Psychological safety allows individuals to perform effectively.Meaning in work enhances engagement and satisfaction.Feedback should be specific, timely, and low in judgment.Accountability is crucial for team performance.Clarity in expectations leads to better outcomes.Cultivating a high performance culture requires structured approaches.Tangible actions can improve organizational culture.Chapters00:00 Introduction to High Performance Culture02:28 Defining Culture and High Performance07:10 Cultivating High Performance Culture11:38 Measuring Human Experience in Culture17:22 Elements of High Performance Culture21:01 Conclusion and Call to Action

SummaryIn this episode, Nate Leslie kicks off Season 4 of 'Leading with Curiosity' by reflecting on the journey of the podcast and reviewing the Top 10 Episodes of all Time. Each episode highlights key themes in leadership, coaching, and personal growth, featuring insights from various guests. Nate also shares his personal journey and the exciting developments in his business, culminating in the discussion of the most popular episode...listen to find out the most listened to episode of all time! Sound Bites"You are the weather.""I'd be dead without coaching.""Mentor is a gift word.""I must have more to offer the world than this."Keywordsleadership, coaching, mentorship, performance, personal growth, podcast, curiosity, top episodes, executive coaching, organizational changeTakeawaysThis podcast started as a way to connect during the pandemic.Top episodes reflect significant themes in leadership and personal growth.Measuring performance should focus on personal output, not just outcomes.Leadership influences team dynamics; we are the weather.Personal retreats can lead to transformative wellness solutions.Coaching is essential for personal and professional growth.The Great Resignation highlighted the importance of aligning values.Mentorship is a gift that should be bestowed by others.Personal growth often takes time and patience.Dynamic Shared Ownership can transform organizational culture.Chapters00:00 Season Four Kickoff and Reflection01:33 Top 10 Episodes Overview02:39 Rethinking Performance with Ben Sporer03:25 Life Choices and Values with Rusty Gaillord04:03 You Are the Weather with Dan Kerr05:40 Transformational Retreats with Brie Doyle07:24 Coaching vs Counseling with Howie Outerbridge08:51 Athlete-Centered Leadership with TJ Manastersky09:38 The Importance of Coaching with Dan Konigsberg11:41 The Great Resignation as Opportunity with Ilene Schaeffer13:27 Mentor is a Gift with Ian Chisholm15:31 Personal Growth and New Projects19:02 Dynamic Shared Ownership with Lars Brüning

"In this process our team in Italy invented a tool that would have taken 18 months in our traditional model. They did it in 2-3 months. It makes it easy for the patients to keep the two vials and the two syringes, hold them in a little tool that is produced by a 3D printing in the end. It's called froggy because it has a little bit the face of a frog." "The traditional way of management stems from industrial revolution, right? It was all about doing a process in steps and having people work in that process hand in hand so it always passes on, but you needed to define very precisely what each individual was contributing to." "Leadership is needed. Even though you say the decisions are made on the lowest possible level and that's the operating teams really. But you need leadership. You need less than before, but you need leadership." Take my ⁠⁠High-Performance Leader Self Assessment⁠⁠ for FREE. Connect with Nate on ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn Summary Lars discusses the transformation in leadership style at Bayer, focusing on dynamic shared ownership and its impact on innovation and people. The traditional hierarchical decision-making process in large companies can be slow, so Bayer implemented a new operating model where decision-making sits with operational teams called front runner teams. These teams have more flexibility and autonomy, allowing for faster decision-making. Lars shares an example of a team in Italy that invented a tool to make injections easier for hemophiliac patients, which was brought to market in just two and a half to three months. This new approach challenges the traditional command and control leadership style and emphasizes the importance of outcomes, authenticity, and trust. Takeaways Bayer implemented dynamic shared ownership as a new operating model to speed up decision-making and innovation. Front runner teams have more autonomy and flexibility to make decisions without going through layers of management. A team in Italy invented a tool to make injections easier for hemophiliac patients, which was brought to market in just two and a half to three months. The new leadership style challenges the traditional command and control approach and emphasizes outcomes, authenticity, and trust. Keywords dynamic shared ownership, leadership transformation, innovation, decision-making, autonomy, front runner teams, faster decision-making, hierarchy, traditional management, ownership, outcomes, authenticity, trust

Take my ⁠High-Performance Leader Self Assessment⁠ for FREE Connect with Nate on ⁠⁠LinkedIn Connect with Rusty: www.rustygaillard.com Summary In this conversation, Nate Leslie interviews Rusty Gaillard, a leadership consultant and coach, about the importance of mindfulness and compassion in leadership. They discuss the concept of eliminating unnecessary work and focusing on the big rocks that drive impact. Rusty emphasizes the need for leaders to have the courage to face discomfort and take action. They also explore the role of candor and trust in building strong relationships and effective teams. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the responsibility of leaders to set a positive example for the next generation and the impact of their words and actions on AI. Keywords leadership, mindfulness, compassion, eliminating unnecessary work, big rocks, courage, candor, trust, positive example, AI Takeaways Leaders should accept that a portion of their work may be unnecessary and focus on the big rocks that drive impact. Mindfulness and compassion are essential in facing discomfort and taking action. Candor and trust are crucial in building strong relationships and effective teams. Leaders have a responsibility to set a positive example for the next generation and be mindful of the impact of their words and actions on AI. The Impact of Words and Actions on AI Building Trust and Navigating Conflict Title Options The Impact of Words and Actions on AI Building Trust and Navigating Conflict Sound Bites "Is there 80% of the work that you're doing that might be irrelevant?" "What are those big rocks that you can really focus on that are going to support your growth?" "There's something I'm doing here, even though I've invested so much time and energy in it, I could walk away from it." Chapters 00:00 Eliminating Unnecessary Work and Focusing on Big Rocks 07:24 Building Trust and Navigating Conflict 26:28 The Impact of Words and Actions on AI

Take my High-Performance Leader Self Assessment for FREE Connect with Nate on ⁠LinkedIn Get Loreta's Free Brand Presence Checklist at www.loreta.today Hey listeners welcome to leading with curiosity today is exciting We have Loretta Tarozaita, former TV journalist and news anchor from Lithuania, who has taken so much of that experience into a completely new career, and we were just exploring offline how we have a lot in common. My life as a former professional athlete now doing something completely different, but bringing with us all those experiences and then both in businesses and service to other people. We're going to use me as a case study again today, which I'm very selfishly glad that we're doing because I'm going to learn a lot, but I really feel like for the listeners it's going to help you really see here and feel the work that Loretta does around brand and executive presence. Introductions and background Loreta shared her journey from TV journalist in Lithuania to business storyteller. Nate assessed his company's brand and executive presence and scored lower than expected due to a gap between marketing and core values. Assessing brand and executive presence Loreta analyzed Nate's scores, finding the brand presence in an "emergency stage" while executive presence was higher. Nate confirmed answering more from personal experience than representing his camp. Opportunities in storytelling and video content Loreta saw the potential to humanize the brand through athletes' stories from recruitment to graduation, captured organically. Nate's alumni could film testimonials strengthening community and values over marketing hype. Building community through shared experiences Nate aims to shift from one-person recruitment to alumni-empowering friends to attend. Loreta advised sharing families' experiences through social media to drive retention and recruitment through shared joy. Expanding reach through media relationships Loreta suggested contributing articles globally to spread unique stories and validate leadership. Nate wondered how a part-time team could achieve this; Loreta proposed alumni and niche sports media relationships for local and international influence. Next steps in humanizing the narrative Loreta encouraged focusing on social platforms to better integrate messaging and storytelling. Nate gained clarity that simplifying communication through a human lens could evolve the brand with existing resources instead of additional workload.

If you are deciding how to position your business in the market, set your organizational values or plan a vision, you may need to find your Strategic Narrative. Take my free High-Performance Leader Self-Assessment. Take Guillaume Wiatr's free Strategic Narrative Self Assessment. Guillaume Waitr was in the process of publishing one of his highly successful The Next Narrative blogs when he came across some mental dissension when comparing the terms story and narrative. After reflecting on this, Guillaume was hit with a revelation. These two terms were used interchangeably in business and psychology constantly but were actually different. The story has a beginning, middle and end like a movie, while a narrative is the ongoing collection of beliefs and perspectives behind many interconnected stories. Guillaume delved into narrative deeper and discovered that each business has it’s own narrative and through identifying and aligning it, business can develop their own Strategic Narrative. Connect with Nate on LinkedIn Connect with Guillaume on LinkedIn Celebrating 50 episodes and our 3rd season with you! Listen to this podcast episode with Guillaume Wiatr, originally from France, now based in Seattle. I'm flying high right now because I was pretty vulnerable in this episode. We used me as an example. Guillaume is a creator of Strategic Narrative, the business strategy consulting and coaching methodology for entrepreneurial leaders and professional service firms. He looks young, but for like 30 years he's worked with some big, big consulting firms. He's founded several companies. He's worked with organizations like Microsoft and the Gates Foundation, AIG. He walked me through some of his methodologies as I'm exploring this inflection point that I'm in my career and my business. We took a gamble by using me as the example and I have a feeling it's going to resonate with you the listener. We jump right into what we mean by Strategic Narrative, his trademark methodology. If you're wondering where you're at in positioning your company or your team's vision and your strategy, this was super helpful for me. This is free advice, some coaching, and a bit of consulting. Enjoy. Guillaume explained strategic narrative is a system of interconnected stories that shape one's mindset, language, and actions to achieve goals more efficiently. Guillaume emphasized building an authentic narrative from the inside-out to avoid distractions, focus on core values, and efficiently reach one's desired future through small consistent actions. Nate aims to scale their impact by growing a team of coaches to serve more leaders, as they successfully did in their hockey development business, moving from sole proprietor to leader. Guillaume stressed developing one's authentic expertise through publishing seeds of ideas continuously to clarify perspective for differentiated impact, like coaching from experience. Guillaume suggested prototyping ideas quickly through publishing to build confidence in one's message and overcome doubts, focusing outward on small actions over big plans. Guillaume recommended cultivating ideas through presence like walks, then publishing seeds immediately online to develop expertise iteratively through feedback in a low-risk yet impactful way.

Take our FREE Leader Self-Assessment Connect with Nate on LinkedIn Today, we have a truly remarkable guest who has navigated through various facets of leadership, from military to the boardrooms of global corporations. Joining us is Peter Forsberg, a seasoned leader with an extensive 33-year career, spanning roles in the Army Reserves, Sales and Marketing in IT and Tech, Training and Development, Consulting, and key leadership positions in Human Resources. Peter’s journey begins at the age of 20, taking command of a platoon in the Army Reserves. This early experience laid the foundation for their views and approach to leadership, becoming the cradle of their current leadership style. The lessons learned in the disciplined and dynamic environment of the Armed Forces have undoubtedly shaped our guest's ability to lead in diverse settings. After the military, our guest transitioned into the fast-paced world of Sales and Marketing in IT and Tech, where the skills honed in the military found new applications. From there, they delved into Training and Development, offering insights into the importance of continuous learning and adapting in an ever-evolving landscape. Host: Moving into the realm of Consulting, our guest leveraged their multifaceted background to assist organizations in optimizing their performance. The ability to understand and navigate complex challenges became a hallmark of their leadership. The journey then takes a significant turn into the realm of Human Resources. Our guest served as the Head of Global HR at AB Enzymes, overseeing a workforce of 400, owned by AB Foods, a British organization with a workforce of 135,000. Through these roles, our guest gained invaluable experience in managing large and diverse teams on a global scale. The global journey doesn't stop there. Our guest also held key HR positions at Astra Zeneca, where they led in a workforce of 70,000. And, notably, at Nokia, a company he still regards as one of the best he’s worked for. The experiences gained in these roles undoubtedly contribute to the rich tapestry of leadership lessons that our guest brings to the table. It's not just about the big corporations; our guest has also been involved with Small and Medium Enterprises, understanding the unique challenges and opportunities that arise in more intimate organizational settings. Join us for this insightful and inspiring episode of "Leading with Curiosity" as we unravel the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of our distinguished guest. Stay tuned for a deep dive into the world of leadership and the wisdom gained from a remarkable 33-year career.

Ben Sporer has held multiple roles with the Canadian Sports Institute and, as an accomplished physiologist, has led support teams at summer and winter Olympic games, as well as at World Cup and World Championship events. Ben is an adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia and the vice president of performance strategy for the Vancouver Whitecaps FC of MLS. Connect with Nate: www.nateleslie.ca Connect with Ben Sporer: output-book.com LinkedIn.com/in/bensporer  IG: outputbook, @Ben_Sporer #highperformance Summary: Nate and Ben Sporer had a conversation about Ben's journey and the motivation behind his book. They discussed how the pandemic and the curiosity of others led Ben to compile his experiences and perspectives on performance into a book. -  Nate and Ben discussed the importance of balancing detail and preparation in optimizing performance. They emphasized that while outcomes are important, focusing on controlling and delivering the necessary output is key to achieving objectives. Ben and Nate discuss the importance of measuring performance based on personal output rather than external outcomes. They emphasize the need to be clear about objectives and focus on delivering consistent, proud outputs to achieve success. Nate and Ben discuss the importance of being honest about one's objectives and the necessary steps to achieve them. They emphasize the need for clear planning, hard work, and self-reflection to measure success and overcome obstacles. Ben and Nate discussed the importance of recovery and avoiding burnout in both sports and the business world. They emphasized the need to prioritize rest and sleep for improved performance and productivity.

Get my free High-Performance Leader Self Assessment at nateleslie.ca/gift. At the heart of today's episode is the role that executive and career coaching can play in career transitions. Professionals may start out loving what they do and one day woke up realizing, they just don't love it anymore. Randi Roberts, 30-year corporate career, now ICF certified coach working with people at points in their career where they're ready to make changes. It was a fascinating conversation. Listen to the end of the episode or click here to find resources for free on Randi's website if you are someone thinking that you just don't love what you're doing anymore. There's a career satisfaction survey, a diagnostic that she's developed, as well as the Right Time Guide. What is it the right time for? Is it time for a change or is it time to dig in to the root of the issues that you're currently having to solve them to get back to loving what do? And I want to remind listeners of a new feature. If you are listening on Spotify, you can head to the episode to answer a listener question.I want to engage with listeners there. And if there's a leader out there wondering how you're doing as a leader, you're happy with what you're doing and career transition is not not top of mind right now. But you want to know how you're performing as a leader. I would love to give you some of my time at wwwnateleslie.ca/gift where you can take the high performance index free leader self-assessment. I will personally debrief your report with you. Give you 30 minutes of my time to help you make sense of that report to identify where you're crushing it and where some areas for opportunity or areas of development may be for you as a leader. This is Randi Roberts, host of The Fulfilling Career, Happy Life Podcast, and www.RandiRobertscoaching.com. Enjoy. 

Take a FREE leader self-assessment at www.nateleslie.ca/gift and schedule a complimentary debrief with Nate! http://www.mindfulchoiceacademy.com. Christie Garcia and Nate discuss the concept of the ego, its roles (controller, protector, complier), and its impact on leadership. Christie, a leadership coach, emphasizes the importance of managing the ego for effective leadership.  They stress the need for self-awareness, balanced leadership, and understanding of different ego types. They also highlight the significance of giving feedback with care and authenticity and discuss the impact of a leadership development program called the Leadership Circle for personal growth and leadership effectiveness.

"So anyway, the planes couldn't fly, so I'm stuck in New Delhi. Right? I'm in the lobby and suddenly the elevator doors open. And who comes out? Is the Dalai Lama!" www.nateleslie.ca www.sophiemclean.com/the-power-of-awakening-course Join me and Sophie McLean in October! "So anyway, the planes couldn't fly, so I'm stuck in New Delhi. Right? I happened to be stuck in the same hotel in the Dalai Lama, which I didn't know. So I'm in the lobby and suddenly the elevator doors open. And who comes out? Is the Dalai Lama? So, then there is, I don't know, 15 or 20 people that run to bow and reverse him and greet him and all that. So I thought, okay, I had just got to spend 2 weeks with him right?I'm not going to be greedy. I went on some steps and I was higher than the people so I could look at him from a higher point. And he left the lobby and on the way out, Nathan. He suddenly stops, turned towards me with an extraordinary intentionality.And our eyes lock. I don't know how long it lasted because time disappeared, everybody disappeared, everything disappeared...." Nate and Sophie discussed the concept of awakening and sleepwalking, with Sophie explaining that awakening brings intensity and responsibility, while sleepwalking offers a sense of dullness and less vulnerability. Sophie also shared her personal experience of experiencing the flow of creation and how it influenced her decision to move to a place near the Mediterranean Sea. - Nate and Sophie discussed Sophie's book, "Awakening Sleepwalkers," which she wrote to share her 35 years of experience in understanding what it means to be a human being. They also explored the idea of breaking free from personal limitations and the motivation behind taking risks for personal growth and awakening. - Nate and Sophie discuss the importance of using low moments as fuel for personal growth and wisdom. They also emphasize the value of storytelling and the broader experiences in life that contribute to one's wisdom and richness of life. - Sophie and Nate discussed the dangers of advanced technology surpassing humanity and the need for awakening and love in order to prevent a future filled with violence and conflict. Sophie also shared her experience of working with the Dalai Lama and attending a conference on caring and peace. - Sophie and Nate discussed how a profound encounter with the Dalai Lama in New Delhi transformed Sophie's life and deepened her understanding of the power of silence. Sophie shared how this experience influenced her work in teaching others to embrace silence and connect with their inner selves. -

Connect with Nate Leslie - www.nateleslie.ca Connect with Bessi Graham - www.bessigraham.com "If you want to be an impactful leader with a meaningful legacy, there is no room for you, or your responses, to be one-dimensional. In fact, critical to your success is your ability to sit within the middle, gray, and muddy spaces which make us uncomfortable. I know this because I work with leaders around the world, high powered CEOs and massively successful people seeking to put their Time, Talent and Treasure to work in the world in ways which positively changes the game on a massive scale." - Bessi Graham Summary Nate and Bessi discussed the concept of bringing together doing good and making money in business. They explored how some people believe it is not possible, while others see it as something that can be enabled by the business but not embedded in its core operations. Bessi and Nate discussed the shift in business practices towards considering environmental, social, and governance factors. They emphasized the importance of businesses aligning with consumer and employee demands for sustainability and ethical practices to avoid future challenges and remain competitive. Bessi discussed the importance of shifting mindset from an either-or approach to a both-and approach, where doing good and making money can coexist. She shared an example of a client who transformed their business by designing a business model that aligned their financial goals with their desire to have a positive impact. Bessi and Nate discussed the importance of continuously evolving and refining business models, embracing curiosity and learning, and applying leadership skills to navigate complex situations. Bessi also mentioned that her experience in counter-terrorism helped her understand the psychology of leadership and the importance of self-awareness. Nate and Bessi had a conversation about leadership, entrepreneurship, and business growth. Bessi shared her website where leaders can find her podcast and other resources.

Connect with Nate Leslie Take Paul's FREE Core Value Engagement Benchmark Assessment In this conversation: Paul ter Wal discussed his work on core values and non-negotiables in organizations with Nate on the Leading with Curiosity podcast, emphasizing the importance of starting discussions about core values to guide decision-making and behavior within a company. They also discussed the connection between core values and purpose in life.  Paul and Nate discussed the importance of aligning the core values of an organization with those of its teams and employees. Paul emphasized the need for clear communication and understanding of shared values to avoid conflicts and ensure a successful and profitable organization. Nate and Paul discussed the importance of having clear core values and non-negotiables in an organization. They emphasized the need for transparency, cooperation, and results-oriented work, and how having these values on display can help attract like-minded individuals and hold everyone accountable. Nate and Paul discussed Paul’s core values, which included transparency, work-life enjoyment, knowledge transfer, and non-negotiables. They emphasized the importance of having a clear view of these values and aligning them with the organization's culture.  Nate and Paul discussed the importance of aligning an individual's work with the core values of the organization to make them feel valued and heard. They also shared a free engagement benchmark tool available on Team Andare's website to help leaders understand where they and their team stand in terms of autonomy, belonging, competencies, and purpose.

Connect with Nate Leslie Win a copy of Steven's first book, Just be Honest by dropping him a note at www.justbehonest.com. Nate interviews Stephen Gaffney, who has over three decades of experience working with famous clients such as Marriott, World Bank, and NASA. They discussed Stephen's new book, Unconditional Powers, which focuses on how to get the unsaid said and be comfortable in uncomfortable spaces to get the most out of your team. Nate interviewed Steven Gaffney about his decades of experience in various industries and his book "Unconditional Power," which focuses on how to be unconditionally powerful and shift the focus from blaming others to taking control of one's own life. They discussed the importance of taking care of oneself and others in order to be in service of the mission and accomplish goals. Steven discussed how he was inspired to write a book about being unconditionally powerful during COVID-19 and how awareness is a critical step before making choices. Nate connected this to organizational situations and asked Steven how he helps clients have conversations about being aware of what is getting in the way of the team's success. HIGHLIGHT - The biggest problem in communication is not what people say, but what they don't say. Steven discussed his work with organizations that want to improve and how he helps them work through issues by focusing on moving forward rather than dissecting the past. He emphasized the importance of taking responsibility and being able to understand and connect with others in order to resolve conflicts. Steven and Nate discussed the importance of focusing on the present and future instead of dwelling on the past. They also emphasized the need to use past challenges as fuel to move forward and to be comfortable with being uncomfortable in order to achieve success. Nate and Steven discussed the importance of trusting one's intuition and asking questions to help others. Steven shared a story about how asking a difficult question potentially saved someone's life. They also talked about Steven's book and where to find it. HIGHLIGHT - Listeners can get a free e-book by visiting the website and mentioning the show.

In this Leading with Curiosity Podcast Episode: Nate and Jeff discussed their findings on how data and the High Performance Index correlated in the sporting world. Curious about your own leadership? Take this Free SupportingLines Institute Free Self Assessment (List Nate Leslie as your 'coach') Curious about what your team would say about your culture? Take the Free Prediction Assessment (List Nate Leslie as your 'coach') Jeff and Nate discussed how they found a linear pattern in the relationship between team performance and culture scores, which was similar to what they have seen in corporations. They also emphasized the importance of helping people perform and grow, rather than just assessing their performance through traditional methods like performance appraisals. Jeff and Nate discussed how a coach named Nick improved his team's performance by making slight tweaks to their approach to one-on-ones and feedback. The team went from 14 wins and 25 losses to 26 wins and 15 losses, with improvements in every dimension, and had a high performance culture and a focus on resilience. Jeff and Nate discussed the power of one-on-one conversations in sports and corporate settings, emphasizing the importance of recognition, growth, and feedback. They also highlighted the significance of psychological safety and specificity of feedback in creating a positive culture. Jeff discussed the importance of being specific and connecting feedback or recognition to team values. He also mentioned the need for simplicity and ease in implementing these practices, and shared insights on measuring team culture through sports data. Jeff, Nate, and others discussed the different factors that can negatively impact a team's culture and performance, including poor coaching, dysfunctional leadership, unaccountable team members, and outside factors like difficult clients or work. They emphasized the importance of identifying and addressing these issues early on to prevent further damage to the team and its members. Nate and Jeff discussed how people can engage with the Supporting Lines Institute's work, including free self-assessments for leadership and team culture. They emphasized the importance of starting with one or two things to improve and the accessibility of their programs for individuals and large organizations.