In this Episode Kelly Price, CEO of Thrive.HR, shares how strategic HR consulting can re-energize teams and strengthen organizational culture. She dives into the importance of communication, transparency, and aligning company values with employees’ roles and responsibilities. Kelly also highlights how understanding your team’s skills and interests leads to better delegation and growth—and shares a personal story about attending the World Series that reminds her of the power of shared experie...
In this Episode Kasim, co-founder of Pareto Talent and author of the upcoming book HIRE, shares his expertise in talent acquisition and leadership. He discusses the power of authorship in creating ownership, reducing micromanagement, and inspiring accountability within teams. Kasim introduces the 262 Framework for effective delegation, highlighting how aligning responsibilities with individual strengths drives engagement and results. He also reflects on his early work experiences, noting th...
In this Episode Travis Gollaher, Vice President of Customer Success at FMSI, shares powerful insights on leadership, delegation, and continuous learning. He discusses how understanding your company’s mission and your role within it can re-energize teams and drive meaningful engagement. Travis emphasizes the value of trust and creativity in delegation, reminding leaders that the best results come when people are empowered to think for themselves. He also highlights how one-on-one conver...
In this Episode Karen Laos, founder of Karen Laos Consulting, shares her mission to eradicate self-doubt in 10 million women by 2030 through the power of communication and keynote speaking. She highlights the importance of curiosity, creativity, and effective delegation in leadership—encouraging leaders to ask their teams what they want to learn and to focus on what’s controllable. Karen also discusses using simple, video-based methods to communicate company vision and values clearly. In a fu...
In this Episode Rebecca Sunnen Kallaus, founder and CEO of Business Done Better, shares how she helps online coaches and virtual businesses scale with clarity, alignment, and sustainability. She introduces her 5-Engine Operating System, a framework for effective delegation and team alignment, and explains how her weekly Wednesday training sessions equip teams with both technical and personal development skills. Rebecca emphasizes the importance of building strong company culture, bringing in...
In this Episode Jenn Foster, founder of Elite Online Publishing, discusses her new book Be Recognized (co-authored with Melanie Johnson), set to release on September 30. Jenn shares strategies for maintaining team energy, such as using Zoom meetings with music and physical activities, and promoting continuous learning through AI courses and business coaches. She emphasizes the importance of effective delegation by identifying tasks to delegate based on personal dislike and time consumption. J...
In this Episode Rob Gallaher, a serial entrepreneur from San Jose, California, introduces his latest venture, ProfitX, designed to help businesses implement effective profit-sharing programs. He shares why leaders must bring energy into their teams through positive body language and actions, setting the tone for performance and culture. Rob underscores the power of storytelling as a tool for communicating vision, mission, and values, ensuring alignment across the organization. He also explai...
In This Episode Radhika Dutt discussed her book Radical Product Thinking, which tackles how to build transformative products while avoiding common pitfalls like “pivotitis.” She also gave a sneak peek into her upcoming book, due in late 2026, which examines why traditional goal-setting often fails. In it, she introduces OHLs (Objectives, Hypotheses, and Learnings)—a powerful framework for effective learning and problem-solving. Radhika emphasized the importance of framing tasks as...
In this Episode Clifford Starks, founder of Starks Transformational Coaching, discussed his "Fighters Formula" for effective leadership. He emphasized the importance of listening four times as much as speaking to understand team members better. Clifford advised leaders to model the behaviors they want to see, promote learning by continuously improving, and delegate tasks that team members love or benefit from. He highlighted the significance of aligning company vision with team members' stori...
In This Episode Andy Crocker, an aerospace expert with 30 years of experience, discussed his new book, "The Unconditional," which outlines five values for a fulfilling life. He emphasized the importance of gratitude and endeavor in maintaining team morale during low periods. Crocker highlighted the need for leaders to foster a learning culture through direct and indirect methods, stressing accountability and continuous growth. He advised on effective delegation by focusing on outcomes and bui...
Jeff Hancher, author and founder of Jeff Hancher Enterprises, discusses his national bestselling book Firm Feedback in a Fragile World. He highlights the importance of celebrating small wins to rebuild team momentum, encouraging continuous learning through accessible resources like YouTube and podcasts, and practicing effective delegation by empowering others. Hancher underscores the need for leaders to communicate vision and values through personalized one-on-one interactions rather than rel...
Meet Aneace Haddad Aneace Haddad – C-suite Executive Coach, McKinsey Senior Advisor, former tech CEO, and pioneer in midlife executive development. Aneace helps CxOs become one high-performing C-suite team, drawing on decades of experience and a unique lens on the transformative power of midlife. With a passion for helping executives unlock powerful insights, Aneace specializes in navigating leadership transitions and cultivating transformative growth. He brings a wealth of global experience ...
Meet James Warren James Warren is the Founder and CEO of Share More Stories, a human experience insights company. The company’s primary offering is the SEEQ Platform, which helps organizations and brands uncover the emotional drivers behind employee and customer experiences. James is a researcher, strategist, writer, and facilitator who blends storytelling, AI, and insights to help companies better understand themselves, their customers, and their communities. With nearly 30 years of exper...
Meet Nic Restrepo Nic Restrepo is the Senior VP of Sales at World Emblem, a leading provider of high-quality custom apparel decoration. With a goal-oriented leadership style and deep industry expertise, Nic prioritizes building long-term partnerships that go beyond transactions—focusing on transparency, consistency, and real connection. A 20-year World Emblem veteran, Nic has been at the forefront of innovation—introducing new materials, technologies, and designs that have evolved the c...
Meet Lis Anderson Lis Anderson is the Founder and Director of Ambitious PR, an award-winning UK-based communications agency that specializes in reputation management, B2B communications, and thought leadership for high-growth brands. With over two decades of experience in PR and strategic communications, Lis is known for helping businesses tell their story with impact and authenticity. Under her leadership, Ambitious has become a go-to agency for entrepreneurs, tech innovators, and industry l...
Eric Charran Eric Charran is the Founder and CEO of Vulcan Collaborative, a visionary consultancy that helps organizations harness the power of data, AI, and digital transformation to drive real business impact. With over 25 years of experience, Eric is a seasoned data and AI executive known for transforming global enterprises through innovative strategies, scalable platforms, and actionable intelligence. Eric specializes in leading cross-functional teams to design and implement next-generati...
Tyler Hampton Tyler Hampton is the Owner of Schooley Mitchell South Jordan, part of North America's largest independent cost reduction consulting firm. Tyler leverages his deep experience in vendor management, invoice analysis, and cost procurement to help businesses save both time and money. He understands well the everyday operational pain points organizations face—and knows that, amidst day-to-day demands, expense management often takes a back seat. With a commitment to simplifying...
Kurtis Strauel Kurtis Strauel is the Senior Director of Human Resources at Mark‑Taylor Residential, where he leads people strategies and HR initiatives across one of the largest multifamily housing organizations in Arizona and Nevada. Passionate about "people, leadership, and impact—without the red tape," Kurtis drives a culture of care, collaboration, and continuous improvement. He championed the company’s flagship iNSPIRE program—mobilizing teams in community volunteer efforts like packing ...
Rich Tyson Rich Tyson is the Founder of CEObuilder, a leadership development firm dedicated to helping CEOs and senior executives build strong, values-based organizations. With decades of experience as a Fortune 500 executive and business mentor, Rich specializes in coaching leaders to navigate complex challenges, foster high-performance cultures, and lead with purpose. Through CEObuilder’s mastermind groups and personalized guidance, Rich empowers entrepreneurs and executives to grow persona...
Judy Ryan Judy Ryan is the CEO of LifeWork Systems, a performance management company specializing in culture transformation since 2002. She helps leaders build inclusive, emotionally intelligent, and accountable workplaces where people thrive. With her proven CultureEX™ system, Judy transforms disengaged teams into motivated, high-performing ones—by transferring ownership and responsibility to every individual. She's also a keynote speaker, author of What’s the Deal with Culture Change?, and ...