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Author: Dean Newlund, Mission Facilitators International
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If you’re listening to this podcast, there’s a good chance you’re responsible for other people—leaders, teams, organizations—and you care about the experience you create for them.
Most organizations don’t struggle because they lack vision or strategy.
They struggle because there’s a growing gap between what leaders say matters and what people actually experience at work.
This podcast is about closing that gap.
Through conversations with leaders, thinkers, and practitioners—and through stories from my own work—I explore what it really means to walk your talk. Not as a slogan, but as a lived experience. How leadership shows up in presence, in decisions, in systems, and in the small moments that quietly shape culture.
We’re leading in a world that’s moving faster than our nervous systems were designed to handle. AI is accelerating work. Burnout and disconnection are rising. And many leaders are asking an honest question: How do we drive performance without losing our humanity?
On Leadovation, we slow that question down.
We look at how leaders can become the experience they promise—inside themselves, with their teams, and across their organizations—so that trust, meaning, and well-being aren’t ideas on a wall, but realities people feel.
If this conversation connects to something you’re wrestling with as a leader, you’re in the right place.
Let’s begin.
Most organizations don’t struggle because they lack vision or strategy.
They struggle because there’s a growing gap between what leaders say matters and what people actually experience at work.
This podcast is about closing that gap.
Through conversations with leaders, thinkers, and practitioners—and through stories from my own work—I explore what it really means to walk your talk. Not as a slogan, but as a lived experience. How leadership shows up in presence, in decisions, in systems, and in the small moments that quietly shape culture.
We’re leading in a world that’s moving faster than our nervous systems were designed to handle. AI is accelerating work. Burnout and disconnection are rising. And many leaders are asking an honest question: How do we drive performance without losing our humanity?
On Leadovation, we slow that question down.
We look at how leaders can become the experience they promise—inside themselves, with their teams, and across their organizations—so that trust, meaning, and well-being aren’t ideas on a wall, but realities people feel.
If this conversation connects to something you’re wrestling with as a leader, you’re in the right place.
Let’s begin.
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About Dr. John Oberg:
Dr. John Oberg is a Founder, CEO, Board Director, Advisor, Professor, and Investor trusted by organizations to navigate growth, conflict, and change. He founded two Austin-based healthcare innovators: Sedera, a community-based medical cost-sharing organization (#193 on Inc 500, #26 in Financial Times Western Hemisphere), and Precina Health, a first-of-its-kind chronic care virtual medical practice and thought leader in AI deployment. He has served on the boards of OnlineMedEd and Health Admins and advises institutions, healthcare leaders, professional services firms, and nonprofits through John Oberg Advisory.
John received his doctorate from the University of Southern California and his MBA from the University of New Mexico. He is an adjunct professor at USC and sits on the Board of Governors. Over three decades, he has authored patents, started companies, managed teams larger than 1,000 people, and studied the behavior of individuals, communities, and systems to catalyze improved behaviors and create best-in-class outcomes — and happier people.
In this episode, Dean Newlund and Dr. John Oberg discuss:
The distinction between eustress (healthy, muscle-building stress) and distress (harmful, breaking stress)
Mental fatigue and the limits of cognitive processing
The concept of an “emotional gas tank” and emotional capacity
Radically incremental steps as a method for sustainable behavior change
The role of community in motivating difficult but healthy actions
Key Takeaways:
Differentiate between eustress and distress and aim for muscle-building stress instead of broken-bone stress.
Recognize that the brain can only process so much information and account for mental fatigue in how you work and lead.
Take radically incremental steps toward change rather than attempting dramatic overhauls.
Use the community as a tool to help yourself do difficult things you might avoid alone.
"Community matters, I think, in the world, in ways that sometimes we underestimate.” — Dr. John Oberg
Connect with Dr. John Oberg:
Website: https://precina.com/ | https://talesofabundance.com/ | http://johnoberg.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tales_of_Abundance
X (Twitter): https://x.com/johnpoberg
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/precinahealth
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Margaret Graziano:
Magi has spent her life reinventing herself. From a single mother at 19 working at the first Cable TV company, to leading one of the fastest-growing consultancies and becoming a best-selling author in her field of expertise, Magi has continually taken challenges and failure as lessons, and learned to move beyond her limits (both real and perceived) to live a life that inspires and contributes.
Using a unique combination of experiential coaching, science-backed development tools, and actionable strategies, Magi empowers leaders to evolve themselves and their organizational culture to meet the moment. Whether it’s change initiatives, new leadership, or cultural transformation, she partners with teams to catalyze positive change.
In this episode, Dean Newlund and Margaret Graziano discuss:
Defining organizational culture as the ecosystem that turns vision into reality
The measurable financial impact of culture on engagement, productivity, and EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization)
How stress, distraction, and insecurity since COVID have eroded workplace performance
Why outdated post-World War II workplace architecture blocks innovation and trust
The real cost of meetings and how they either drain energy or inspire change
Key Takeaways:
Explicitly teach self-regulation skills so employees can manage stress, fear, and emotional reactivity instead of letting it silently undermine performance.
Audit meetings for cost, purpose, and energy impact, and redesign them to inspire change rather than search for blame or status updates.
Hire and develop people based on competency, commitment to mission, and accountability rather than relying on goodwill or passion alone.
Connect each role to a noble cause that matters beyond compensation, so employees operate from courage and belief in a positive future.
"It is the ecosystem that turns the organization’s vision into reality.” — Margaret Graziano
Connect with Margaret Graziano:
Website: https://www.margaretgraziano.com/
Book: Ignite Culture: Empowering and Leading a Healthy, High-Performance Organization from the Inside Out: https://www.amazon.com/Ignite-Culture-Empowering-High-Performance-Organization-ebook/dp/B0BQCZB4HF
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/keenalignmentmg
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaretgraziano/
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Manny Fiteni:Manny Fiteni, CEO of My Growth Corporation, is a pioneering leadership strategist with 30+ years of corporate experience specializing in transformative personal development. Manny’s breakthrough “Mind Congruency” approach aligns conscious and subconscious minds, enabling individuals to overcome self-limiting beliefs and unlock peak performance, drawing insights from real-world, uncontrolled environments. Founder of Mind Growth 360 and Creators Agency, Manny’s work spans personal development networks and brand elevation platforms. His training programs enhance leadership skills, build organizational resilience, and drive high-performance team dynamics. As an author and international speaker, Manny provides actionable strategies for personal transformation, equipping individuals with practical tools to thrive personally and professionally. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Manny Fiteni discuss:Why information alone rarely produces lasting behavior changeMind congruency as a driver of performance and self-sabotageUsing stories and metaphors to communicate directly with the subconscious mindLeadership conditions for change, including rapport, safety, clear expectations, and leading by exampleReplacing habits through awareness, repetition, and a supportive environment Key Takeaways:Listen for repeated language patterns in yourself and your team over time to identify subconscious beliefs that may be shaping behavior and results.Use real stories when possible, and well-crafted fictional metaphors when needed, to bypass resistance and reach the subconscious, which does not distinguish between them.Practice “catch and replace” by interrupting unhelpful habits in real time, installing a better response, and intentionally tracking repetitions as you rehearse the replacement.Build a “focus ensemble” of people who reinforce your new autopilot settings rather than unconsciously pulling you back into old patterns. "We are the sum of our histories, and our histories are from day of birth, how we are conditioned, how we are trained, how we think.” — Manny Fiteni Connect with Manny Fiteni: Website: https://mannyfiteni.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manny-fiteni-b0173637
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Christine Blosdale:Christine Blosdale is 'The Expert Authority Coach', with over 25 years of experience helping entrepreneurs stop playing small and start owning their spotlight.She’s a five-time #1 bestselling author, an internationally recognized media personality, and a powerhouse content creator for brands like America Online and Microsoft.Christine’s superpower? Helping you become unforgettable through magnetic branding, smart marketing, and podcasting strategies that turn visibility into true authority. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Christine Blosdale discuss:Discovering purpose and voice through radio, storytelling, and mediaTransforming fear and imposter syndrome into creative expressionBuilding authentic connections with audiences through vulnerabilityUsing media platforms to educate, empower, and influence cultureIntegrating technology and AI as tools for amplifying human presence Key Takeaways:Use curiosity to follow the signal of what feels meaningful rather than chasing trends or validation.Treat vulnerability as a bridge for audience trust and emotional resonance in any format: radio, video, speaking, or writing.Convert fear into preparation by practicing your voice out loud and refining how you want to be heard.Leverage storytelling techniques and media tools (including AI) to expand your reach without compromising authenticity. "If you're not seen and you're not heard, you're not hired. It's simple, because nobody knows you exist.” — Christine Blosdale Connect with Christine Blosdale: Website: http://www.ExpertAuthorityCoach.comBooks: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Christine-Blosdale/author/B088C19Y6KShow: The Expert Authority Coach Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-expert-authority-coach-podcast/id1073309606LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-blosdale-579697168/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christine.blosdale/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@christineblosdale.com
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Oscar Trimboli:Oscar Trimboli is an award-winning author, host of the Apple award-winning podcast Deep Listening, and a sought-after keynote speaker. His third book is How to Listen – Discover the Hidden Key to Better Communication, a comprehensive book about listening in the workplace. Along with the Deep Listening Ambassador Community, he is on a quest to create 100 million deep listeners in the workplace. Through his work with chairs, boards of directors, and executive teams, Oscar has experienced first-hand the transformational impact leaders can have when they listen beyond words. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Oscar Trimboli discuss:The organizational cost of incomplete listening and misaligned understandingHearing versus listening and why action is the differentiatorHow role-based seniority correlates with roughly 2.5x more interruptions in meetingsThe cognitive delta between speaking, thinking, and listener processingPractical tools for improving meeting outcomes, collaboration, and decision-making Key Takeaways:Begin meetings by asking “What would make this a good meeting?” to align shared outcomes and reduce unspoken assumptions.Surface communication and listening preferences early to remove ambiguity and improve contribution equity.Write questions down first, shorten them to eight words or fewer, and verify that they serve the shared outcome rather than personal validation.Shift default meeting norms: avoid top-of-hour starts and shorten durations to reduce cognitive switching costs and increase presence. "I think a lot of leaders listen to what's said, and great leaders listen to what's not said.” — Oscar Trimboli Connect with Oscar Trimboli: Website: https://www.oscartrimboli.comBooks: https://www.oscartrimboli.com/shop/ & https://www.amazon.com/stores/Oscar-Trimboli/author/B07R9RP1XZLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscartrimboli/
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Rasmus Holst:Rasmus Holst is the CEO of Zensai (formerly LMS365), where he built a learning management business from $0–30M ARR, bootstrapped, completed three acquisitions, and pioneered the “Human Success” category as a replacement for Human Resources. He has been part of management teams delivering exits just shy of $1bn, raised +$50m for companies like Wire and Huddle, and worked across PE-backed (Carlyle, Warburg Pincus) and VC-funded (General Atlantic, Index, Vertex, Morpheus, Iconical) environments.His experience spans scaling start-ups from zero revenue, operating +$300M Lines of Business at Syniverse, and leading branding and B2B storytelling efforts, including Zensai’s Red Dot Award and Great Place to Work recognition. Rasmus has managed global teams across 14 countries, traveled to +100 nations, and lived in Denmark, Luxembourg, and San Francisco, making him a leader with a uniquely international view on culture, growth, and balance. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Rasmus Holst discuss:Turning HR into Human Success and redefining what organizations measureLinking performance, learning, and engagement into one real-time scoreFeedback rituals and kudos culture as engines of team identityMeasuring soft skills through sentiment and peer behaviorAI as a teammate that amplifies human contribution instead of replacing it Key Takeaways:Replace annual HR lag metrics with weekly human success check-ins tied to learning, performance, and engagement.Institutionalize positive feedback (e.g., weekly kudos) to normalize critique, build confidence, and surface soft-skill leaders.Track soft skills through peer sentiment and recognition patterns rather than relying solely on manager evaluations.Use generationally agnostic baselines (showing up as a good human and delivering success) to align multicultural/global teams. "There’s a high correlation between people who get a lot of kudos and those who are really good at a lot of soft skills.” — Rasmus Holst Connect with Rasmus Holst: Website: https://zensai.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rasmusholst/
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Dr. Mary Donohue:Dr. Mary Donohue is the CEO of the Digital Wellness Center, a three-time entrepreneur, Columbia Business School Lang Center Innovation Fellow, and Fortune Top 100 Businesswoman to Watch. She is the creator of Clean Mental Health™, a science-backed system that delivers instant relief from digital stress—through email, games, and tools that work faster than meditation—and a pioneer in the neuroscience of trust and digital behavior who has helped global brands like Microsoft and Casino.NL build emotionally intelligent platforms that protect users. Called a “modern McLuhan” for her work in media and meaning, her book Message Received is often referred to as the digital communication bible. She has taught burnout recovery to thousands, designed mood-regulating tools for Gen Z, and is currently working with Simon Sinek’s team on a new leadership course for the hybrid era. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Dr. Mary Donohue discuss:Digital overload and dopamine-driven behaviorsResetting the brain with playful emotional regulationGenerational differences in processing technologyDesigning proactive mental health tools for real environmentsPreventing addiction via behavior modification and breaks Key Takeaways:Introduce micro brain-breaks (short, no-signup playful exercises) to reduce stress and improve decision-making while keeping people on their devices.Tailor messaging and leadership communication to each generation’s preferred medium and processing style to increase engagement and psychological safety.Measure mood shifts before and after interventions to track changes in stress, focus, and emotional regulation using short self-report mood metrics.Deploy proactive mental-health micro-interventions in high-stress environments (airports, casinos, transportation, retail) and track uptake rates and mood impact. "My goal is to move them to happy in less than three minutes, because then we know research tells us you're making better decisions.” — Dr. Mary Donohue Connect with Dr. Mary Donohue: Website: https://thedigitalwellnesscenter.com/Book: Message Received: https://www.amazon.com/Message-Received-Steps-Communication-Barriers/dp/1260456358LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarydonohue/ & https://www.linkedin.com/company/72360974/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedigitalwellnesscenter/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedigitalwellnesscenter
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Donna Dupont:Donna Dupont, Founder and Chief Strategist of Purple Compass, is an award-winning designer and futurist with over 25 years of experience collaborating with leaders. She helps organizations build future literacy, navigate uncertainty, and drive impactful change. Combining systems thinking with strategic foresight, she empowers leaders to mitigate risks, enhance preparedness, and seize opportunities for innovation, transformation, and resilience. Recognized with seven government awards, Donna’s work spans critical areas like climate change, health security, and emergency management, with her futures research earning accolades from the Canadian Defence and Security Network and the Association of Professional Futurists. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Donna Dupont discuss:Short-term problem solving versus long-term foresightWeak signals and emerging issues before disruption hitsAmbidextrous leadership balancing now and nextUsing disruption as fuel for innovationMental models shaping how leaders respond to uncertainty Key Takeaways:Schedule recurring leadership conversations that explore five- to ten-year future scenarios alongside quarterly planning.Actively identify weak signals by asking teams what new patterns they are seeing that they have never seen before.Create ambidextrous structures that protect business as usual while allowing innovation to be tested safely.Build psychological safety so teams feel comfortable sharing unconventional ideas and intuitive hunches. "When you are working with a future-oriented mindset, you're usually starting not from a management mindset, but more of an innovator or visionary.” — Donna Dupont Connect with Donna Dupont: Website: https://www.purplecompass.ca/Email: donna@purplecompass.caLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/donna-dupontFutureMinds Coaching Collective (free/monthly) - https://www.purplecompass.ca/coaching/
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About John Dwyer:John is a marketing enigma, a “direct response customer attraction expert” who thinks way outside the box, and his marketing consultancy business is called The Institute Of Wow, with John’s mantra being that one’s marketing needs to “wow” prospects. He’s also the guy who shocked the marketing world some years back when he convinced Jerry Seinfeld to come out of retirement to be the spokesman for an Australian banking institution, The Greater Building Society, heading up a “free vacation campaign” which broke home loan lending records and remains folklore in the global banking industry. This was probably one of the most successful “incentive-promotions” in the world, resulting in many billions of dollars in extra home loans. John helps business owners understand how to exploit platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn by implementing “incentive-based marketing offers” that can be targeted specifically to certain audiences. His client list reads like a Who’s Who of business and includes the likes of Rupert Murdoch’s News Ltd, 7-Eleven, Westfield Shopping Centres, Walt Disney, KFC, and BP, because they acknowledge he is “the master of creating incentives that work.” In this episode, Dean Newlund and John Dwyer discuss:Why most marketing efforts fail to prove real ROIHow direct response marketing builds brands and drives sales simultaneouslyThe role of incentives and sampling in moving customers off the fenceUsing data and statistics to earn credibility with executivesTranslating creative ideas into measurable business outcomes Key Takeaways:Track cost per lead and conversion rates daily so you can identify ad fatigue early and change creative before performance drops.Design marketing offers that distract attention from price by using incentives, sampling, or bonuses instead of discounts.Present marketing results to executives using statistics and ROI metrics rather than ideas, branding language, or vanity metrics.Turn your expertise into a high-converting offer by giving value first, then inviting prospects to engage deeper instead of selling immediately. "Give, give, give, give before you ask.” — John Dwyer Connect with John Dwyer: Website: https://theinstituteofwow.comEmail: john@theinstituteofwow.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/instituteofwow/See how incentive-based vacations can drive instant leads: https://vacationsincentive.com/Discover how Facebook contests can generate qualified leads fast: https://fbcontestleads.com/
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Luis Garcia:Luis Garcia is a seasoned international executive with over 25 years of experience in technology, digital media, and education, specializing in driving new ventures and products to rapid growth by building effective teams that harness innovation, technology, and creativity. He is the president of PETE, an Orlando-based tech startup that enables organizations to deliver personalized workforce learning at scale using AI. Before joining PETE, Luis spent nearly twenty years at Full Sail University, where, as VP of Full Sail Online and VP of Emerging Technologies, he helped establish the institution as a pioneer in online education. Earlier in his career, he served as Vice President of Product Development at quepasa.com and holds an MBA from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Luis Garcia discuss:Scalable training challenges in small and mid-sized organizationsInstructional design versus training delivery rolesAI-powered learning and simulation technologyTeaching soft skills through self-paced educationBalancing technology and human interaction at work Key Takeaways:Replace shadowing-based onboarding with self-paced courses that can stand alone without relying on expert trainers.Separate instructional design from subject matter expertise to create training that scales without pulling leaders away from their jobs.Use AI-driven simulations to allow employees to practice real conversations like de-escalation and customer objections before facing them in real life.Design training around clear learning outcomes so employees can demonstrate applied behavior, not just memorized information. "AI is an enabler to supercharge the human, and not to replace it.” — Luis Garcia Connect with Luis Garcia: Website: https://www.pete.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luisegarcia/
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Ingrid Dahl:Ingrid Hu Dahl is an author, speaker, and leadership coach, and the founder of her own coaching and consulting business dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders. With over two decades of experience in learning and development, she specializes in leadership, inclusion, and belonging across corporate, media, nonprofit, and social justice sectors. A TEDx speaker and founding member of the Willie Mae Rock Camp in Brooklyn, Ingrid has a lifelong passion for amplifying underrepresented voices and has written, filmed, and directed two short films exploring identity, representation, and the mixed-race experience. She is certified by the International Coaching Federation and the Center for Creative Leadership and lives in California with her wife, Courtney, and their dog, Palo Santo. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Ingrid Dahl discuss:Blind spots that influence how leaders show upThe ego’s role in shaping team dynamicsEmotional patterns that affect leadership presenceChallenges of connection in virtual environmentsRebelliousness as a form of authentic leadership Key Takeaways:Create a practice of noticing ego-driven behaviors—in real time—and redirecting your focus back to purpose, connection, and the team’s shared outcome.Reduce trigger-based conflict by acknowledging your emotional reactions, identifying the belief underneath them, and choosing a different behavioral response that aligns with your values.Make virtual meetings more engaging by defining a clear purpose, rotating leadership, and setting explicit expectations for camera-on participation and shared contribution.Strengthen psychological safety by proactively asking team members about their fears, hopes, and needs, and modeling vulnerability without letting emotions dominate the environment. "The mundane allows the opportunity to disengage.” — Ingrid Dahl Connect with Ingrid Dahl: Website: https://www.ingridhudahl.com/Book: Sun Shining on Morning Snow: https://www.sunshiningonmorningsnow.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingridhudahlInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ingridhudahl/
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Jason Hreha:Jason Hreha is a behavioral scientist and entrepreneur specializing in applying behavioral science to solve business challenges. After studying neuroscience at Stanford and conducting research in BJ Fogg's Persuasive Technology Lab, Jason has spent 15 years developing Behavioral Strategy, a methodical approach for turning research into actionable business solutions. As Global Head of Behavioral Science at Walmart, he established and led the company's first behavioral science team, and he also founded Dopamine and co-founded Kite.io, later acquired by Quixey. As CEO of Persona, Jason transforms talent assessment through research-backed psychometric tools that predict employee performance and fit, and his book Real Change challenges conventional approaches to habits through science-based frameworks. Jason's work has been cited in Atomic Habits and featured in Inc.com, Knowledge at Wharton, and BigThink, and he continues to advise organizations on applying behavioral science for innovation and growth. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Jason Hreha discuss:Understanding how core personality traits drive leadership effectivenessExploring why emotional stability underpins real emotional intelligenceExamining the limits of adult personality change and what that means for teamsRecognizing how interpersonal friction often comes from mismatched stylesConsidering how AI models express measurable personalities that shape user behavior Key Takeaways:Identify your own trait profile using a validated Big Five assessment so you can play the leadership “hand” you actually have instead of chasing traits you do not possess.Reduce conflict by assuming others cannot easily change their styles and instead adapt your expectations so collaboration becomes easier and less personal.Strengthen your culture by clarifying norms, incentives, and strategic consistency so the environment aligns behavior without needing personality change.Use AI tools more effectively by understanding their default personality traits and adjusting your prompts or model choice to complement—not mirror—your own tendencies. "It’s hard to be emotionally intelligent if you’re angry or upset or annoyed or freaked out.” — Jason Hreha Connect with Jason Hreha: Website: https://www.personatalent.com/Blog: https://www.thebehavioralscientist.com/Book: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0CVCZ2VR9YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebehavioralscientistLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hreha/ & https://www.linkedin.com/company/personatalent/X (Twitter): https://x.com/jhreha & https://x.com/PersonaTalentFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/choosepersona/Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.behavioral.scientist
See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.
About Jenn Cohen:Jenn Cohen has always been captivated by the power of intuition. After a life-changing experience in her 20s, she explored how intuition could shape her life and career. During her 27 years in the entertainment industry, Jenn found that intuitive decisions often led to success. Now an intuitive consultant, she helps individuals and organizations unlock potential, gain clarity, and achieve their goals through practical, intuition-based strategies. Jenn’s work fosters growth, creativity, and purpose in both personal and professional realms. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Jenn Cohen discuss:How intuition functions as our original sense before logic takes overWhy does fear appear when intuition guides major life decisionsWhat it means to balance the left and right brain in leadershipHow spiritual practices help reconnect us to intuitive awarenessHow intuition can operate inside corporate and creative environments Key Takeaways:Build daily awareness by noticing your emotional cues in real time and using them as signals to pause rather than react.Strengthen intuitive decision-making by pairing logical analysis with moments of quiet presence where insight can surface.Use the I.A.M. method—Identify, Ask, Mend—to interrupt mental spirals and bring your nervous system back into balance.Practice meditation, nature immersion, or automatic writing consistently to keep your intuitive “channel” clear and accessible. "When we are able to connect with our intuition, with that spiritual side, what it does is allow us the opportunity to appreciate what is around us on this journey here on this physical Earth; it's not separate.” — Jenn Cohen Connect with Jenn Cohen: Website: https://www.jenncohenintuitive.com/Email: jenn@jenncohenintuitive.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenn-cohen-intuitive-consultant/
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About Brad Englert:Brad Englert is the founder of Brad Englert Advisory and an author, advisor, career coach, and technologist. Brad worked for Accenture for 22 years, including 10 years as a partner. He then served the University of Texas at Austin for eight years, including seven years as the Chief Information Officer. Prior to Accenture, Brad held managerial positions in payroll/human resources and labor relations at the Internal Revenue Service, and was a high school teacher in Maitland, New South Wales, Australia. Brad earned a Master of Public Affairs degree from The University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor of Arts degree in social sciences with honors and distinction from Shimer College, which is now the Shimer Great Books School at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Brad Englert discuss:The difference between real relationships and surface-level networkingHow internal and external influences shape career growthBuilding trust with bosses, peers, and customersCreating meaningful connections in virtual work environmentsWhy authenticity and consistency drive long-term partnerships Key Takeaways:Focus your relationship building by clearly identifying your internal and external spheres of influence and then intentionally nurturing only the relationships that matter most to your goals.Strengthen your standing with your boss by consistently asking what they are trying to achieve, how you can support their success, and what expectations need to be clarified or reset.Build trust across teams by scheduling intentional one-to-one conversations—virtually or in person—where you learn what people value, what they struggle with, and how you can help.Create stronger long-term partnerships by showing up consistently, being transparent, and prioritizing proactive collaboration instead of only stepping in when problems arise. "You don’t have to build relationships with everyone—you need to be strategic and intentional.” — Brad Englert Connect with Brad Englert: Website: https://bradenglert.com/podcast/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BradEnglertAdvisoryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradenglertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brad.englert.121 & https://www.facebook.com/BradEnglertAdvisory/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradenglertauthorBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bdlindert.bsky.socialMedium: https://medium.com/@bradenglert
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About Kim Rogne:Kim Rogne is a dynamic Keynote Speaker, Leadership Trainer, and #1 Bestselling Author passionate about inspiring driven professionals to thrive in every aspect of their lives. With 25 years of experience in real estate sales, brokerage management, and business investing, Kim has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, guiding them through challenges from startup to success. As a former CEO of a multi-million-dollar brokerage, she understands the unique needs of business owners and uses her expertise to empower them to achieve balance and purpose.Through her company, For The Love Of, Kim helps individuals and teams unlock their potential with tailored coaching, inspiring talks, and actionable resources. Visit her website to connect with Kim, explore her digital library, or schedule a session. A wife, mother, and lifelong learner, Kim’s energy and insights are sure to spark motivation and ignite positive change in your life and business. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Kim Rogne discuss:Redefining balance for high achievers beyond comparisonThe emotional and psychological roots of burnoutLessons from trauma and forced slowdown as catalysts for changeEgo, control, and the illusion of productivity in leadershipReflection, self-awareness, and delegation as tools for sustainable success Key Takeaways:Define what balance personally means to you—free from comparison, external standards, or social media illusions—and recognize the moments when you’re already living it.Build regular reflection into your schedule, whether through journaling, quiet mornings, or monthly check-ins, so you can slow down enough to notice what needs to shift before burnout hits.Practice the “Four D’s”—do, delegate, delay, or dump—to lighten your load and retrain your mind to see asking for help as a strength rather than a weakness.Pay attention to when busyness becomes a form of self-validation, and intentionally replace that constant need to fix and prove with rest, purpose, and self-compassion. "When we do slow down, we can recognize when we’re in balance.” — Kim Rogne Connect with Kim Rogne: Website: http://kimrogne.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimrogne/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kim.lewerenzrogne & https://www.facebook.com/KimRognesForTheLoveOfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimrogne/
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About Salvatore Manzi:Salvatore Manzi is a facilitator with decades of experience designing and leading transformative conversations for teams, executives, and organizations. He specializes in guiding high-stakes meetings, leadership retreats, and strategic sessions that build inclusive, high-performing cultures. A lifelong public speaker with a background in communications and organizational behavior, he discovered his passion for facilitation after witnessing a master facilitator create space for true transformation. Applying his research in psychology and neuroscience, Salvatore developed communication and meeting facilitation training used by thousands of professionals. Focused on connection, engagement, and the creative power of group dynamics, he helps teams turn communication into collaboration. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Salvatore Manzi discuss:The lost art of human connection in the digital workplaceCommunication styles and technology’s impact on toneHow to open meetings with a connection before contentLeadership presence, facilitation skills, and emotional intelligenceDesigning physical and energetic spaces that shape collaboration Key Takeaways:Personalize every message — take a moment to acknowledge the other person’s context, tone, or effort before diving into your main point.Begin meetings with a quick ritual of connection, such as asking what’s working well or what someone’s celebrating, to ground energy and focus.Break the silence early in meetings by speaking up within the first few minutes to increase engagement and confidence.Shift attention from proving your worth to serving your audience by focusing on how your message helps them connect, decide, or act. "I need to create connections before I get into the content; otherwise, people don’t understand what’s going on in other people’s worlds.” — Salvatore Manzi Connect with Salvatore Manzi: Website: https://www.salvatoremanzi.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/salvatorejmanzi/
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About Keith Dorsey:Dr. Keith Dorsey is a researcher, author, advisor, and active board member focused on diversity, governance, and strategic growth for corporate boards. His research on women executives’ pathways to board seats revealed key insights into the barriers and facilitators women face in attaining these roles. His forthcoming book, The Boardroom Journey: Practical Guidance for Women to Secure a Seat at the Table, blends research with his executive and board experience. He is a National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) Certified Director and 2023 NACD Directorship 100™ honoree, serving on several private and nonprofit boards. As founder of The Boardroom Journey and senior advisor at Boyden, he helps leaders strengthen governance, pursue board readiness, and advance toward the C-suite. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Keith Dorsey discuss:Board readiness and governance leadershipNominating committees and board compositionCareer planning for future board serviceAI’s influence on board dynamics and decision-makingCEO–board relationships and evaluation practices Key Takeaways:Executives must transition from being “unconsciously competent operators” to “consciously competent governance professionals” to be board-ready.Nominating committees seek board candidates whose purpose and values align authentically with the company’s mission, not those simply seeking prestige or pay.Board preparation should start early in one’s career, ideally in one’s 20s or 30s, by intentionally developing human capital, breadth of experience, and a governance mindset.Effective boards avoid becoming rubber stamps by regularly evaluating members’ competencies, maintaining succession plans, and engaging in meaningful executive sessions. "A good board will ask challenging questions—not to get you to say, ‘I got you,’ or to try to let them know that they haven’t done things correctly—but to ask questions to widen their aperture a little bit.” — Keith Dorsey Connect with Keith Dorsey: Website: http://boardroomjourney.com/Book: The Boardroom Journey: https://www.amazon.com/Boardroom-Journey-Practical-Guidance-Secure/dp/1394331789LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-keith-d-dorsey-798a2681/
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About Christine Marie Aitchison:Christine Marie is a trauma-informed healer, ceremonial guide, and founder of Soul Medicine. With a background in nursing and certifications in Celtic Shamanism and Reiki, she brings a rare blend of clinical grounding and sacred wisdom to her work. Christine helps people move from victimhood to empowerment using energy healing, ritual, and plant medicine, and she’s the author of Grieve with Guidance—a deeply supportive book for navigating loss through spiritual frameworks and ceremony. Today, Christine joins us to explore how true healing begins when we speak, feel, and live from authenticity rather than our trauma story. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Christine Marie Aitchison discuss:Near-death experiences and their transformative impactThe intersection of spirituality and holistic healingEmotional and ancestral grief as pathways to self-awarenessTransitioning from traditional nursing to intuitive healing practicesThe ongoing journey of self-discovery and energetic boundaries Key Takeaways:Christine’s near-death experience as a child became the catalyst for her lifelong commitment to bring light and healing into the world.Her transition from traditional nursing to holistic healing reveals the importance of aligning one’s work with deeper personal values.Create space for ongoing personal inner work, recognizing that self-healing is a continuous journey of understanding and compassion.When pain or grief arises, approach it with curiosity instead of resistance to uncover its hidden lessons for growth. "It’s been a really beautiful challenge to breathe light and love back into my bones, back into my body.” — Christine Marie Aitchison Connect with Christine Marie Aitchison: Website: https://www.christinemarieheals.com/Books: https://www.christinemarieheals.com/booksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinemarieheals/Substack/Newsletter: https://christinemarieheals.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinemarieheals/
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About Kevin Surace:Kevin Surace is a Silicon Valley innovator, serial entrepreneur, CEO, TV personality, and edutainer featured by major outlets such as Businessweek, Time, Fortune, Forbes, CNN, and FOX News. He has keynoted hundreds of events, including TED, Inc. 5000, and the U.S. Congress, earning titles like Inc. Magazine’s Entrepreneur of the Year and CNBC’s Innovator of the Decade. With 93 worldwide patents, he is celebrated for his dynamic, entertaining presentations that educate and energize audiences. His pioneering work spans AI virtual assistants, smartphones, sustainable building technologies, and major energy retrofits like the Empire State Building. He also directs and produces Broadway and streaming projects and delivers popular talks on AI, innovation, and digital transformation customized for any audience. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Kevin Surace discuss:The fusion of creativity and artificial intelligenceTechnology’s transformation of art, media, and businessDemocratization of creative production through AIThe tension between live experience and digital automationLeadership and communication in an AI-driven world Key Takeaways:AI can now generate professional-quality creative work—such as full songs or films—in a fraction of the traditional time and cost.The entertainment and advertising industries are rapidly shifting toward AI-generated production and personalization.Automation is inevitable across business functions, with resistance often stemming from fear, not lack of capability.Live human connection remains valuable, but convenience and accessibility will continue to drive mass adoption of AI experiences. "The machines always win. You can sabotage, and you'll maybe extend something for a few months, but eventually, management is going to say, you know, this particular task can be done by AI.” — Kevin Surace Connect with Kevin Surace: Website: https://www.kevinsurace.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kskoolstuffLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ksurace/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/kevinsuraceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kevin_suraceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.surace/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinsurace/Book Kevin today to start a conversation about working together: https://www.kevinsurace.com/book-kevin
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About Lewis Crompton:Lewis Crompton is the Founder and CEO of STARTrading, a global education company helping professionals create financial freedom through smart, time-efficient trading. After being mentored by Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad team—and later invited to teach for them—Lewis launched STARTrading in 2019 to help others achieve peace of mind and flexibility around money. With more than a decade of trading experience and six years of teaching, he’s guided thousands of students worldwide to build passive income, exit traditional careers, and reclaim time for what matters most. His work and approach to safe, systematic trading have been featured by Bloomberg and other major outlets. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Lewis Crompton discuss:Mindset and emotional relationship with moneyFinancial freedom through trading and educationPurpose-driven leadership and family stabilityCommunity and support in wealth buildingNavigating financial markets and crypto volatility Key Takeaways:Recognizing how early beliefs about money shape your sense of worth can help you rebuild a healthier, more empowered financial mindset.Lewis’s “Star Trading Method” shows that with the right skills, financial growth and security can come from consistency rather than constant risk or time investment.True financial freedom begins when money becomes a tool for peace and stability within families rather than a source of stress or conflict.Surrounding yourself with a supportive community of learners and traders can transform isolation into confidence and long-term success. "One of the biggest, if not the biggest, reason why families break down and divorces happen is because of financial stress, financial worry, financial differences.” — Lewis Crompton Connect with Lewis Crompton: Website: https://startradingnow.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@withlewiscromptonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lewiscrompton/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/startradingnowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/startrading_community/ & https://www.instagram.com/withlewiscrompton/
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