Lubar Executive Education Podcast

In this episode we talk with Robert Brill about ways to grow your business with the help of advertising. During our time together we discuss:What leaders get wrong about investing in advertising.How leaders should be thinking about marketing and advertising.How social media and paid media can be leveraged together to help an organization.How can you get started scaling growth through advertising if you are starting or running a small business. Lessons and advice for entrepreneurs on leadership and leading a small business.If you are interested in learning more from Robert, Visit his website or reach out via email

In this episode we talk with Julian Hayes II about taking sovereignty over your health so you and your team can ascend to new heights. During our time together we discuss:Why so many leaders struggle with their health and resiliency.Why prioritizing personal health crucial for one to be an effective leader.How taking sovereignty over your health aligns with pursuit of personal and professional goals.The critical principles from business management that can be applied to optimize individual health outcomes. Strategies to foster a culture of health and well-being in your organization.The role of technology in improving overall health and individual and team performance.If you are interested in learning more from Julian, Visit his website  

In this episode we talk with Craig Cooke, author of Business Kung Fu, about how you can lead a rewarding lifelong existence, both as the owner or leader of a business and a human being.During our time together we discuss:The five levels of entrepreneurship.How an organization has the potential to take a major toll on your health.Things you can do if you find yourself experiencing health challenges as a result of being too focused on your company.The benefits of using energetic practices ground in business concepts to remain healthy and in balance. If you are interested in learning more from Craig, Visit his website Pick up a copy of his book, Business Kung Fu

In this episode we talk with Adam Danyleyko about how business leaders should be thinking about using AI to benefit their organization. During our time together we discuss:The origins of AI (it's been around longer than you may have thought).How to be thinking about AI for your organizationAddressing hesitancy or fears leaders have about AIWho you should get involved from your organizationThe thought process around which AI tools to try or adoptConsiderations about bringing on an AI partnerIf you are interested in learning more about AI or connecting with Adam, take a look at the resources and opportunities below mentioned at the end of the episode.Amii - https://www.amii.ca/Upper Bound AI Conference - https://www.upperbound.ai/Executive AI Summit - https://www.amii.ca/ai-literacy/executive-AI-summit/

In this episode we talk with Michael Levitt about ways to establish boundaries and manage stress, to prevent you and others around you from burning out.During our time together we discuss:Why so many people fall victim to burnout.How to tell if you are more susceptible to burnout than others.Techniques and tips to combat chronic workplace stress.How you as a leader can help others around you from burning out.If you are interested in learning more from Michael, Visit Michael's website Obtain a free PDF copy of Michael's book - Burnout ProofListen to the Breakfast Leadership Show podcast

In this episode we talk with Beate Chelette about ways to grow your authority in your industry.During our time together we discuss:How to get started being a thought leader in your industry by figuring out what you are good at.Overcoming imposter syndrome by embracing the fact that you aren't great at everything (nobody is).The importance of mindset when it comes to being successful.Failing to successThe five star success blueprint. If you are interested in learning more from Beate, Take the 60-second What's Your Talent Worth quiz Reach out to her on LinkedINVisit her website and subscribe to the Growth Architect Newsletter

In this episode we talk with Deb Crowe about the benefits of Heart Centered Leadership.During our time together we discuss:What heart centered leadership is and how it compares and contrasts to other leadership styles.The business case for being a heart-centered leader.The link between heart centered leadership and emotional intelligenceBest practices for becoming more of a heart-centered leader. If you are interested in learning more from Deb, Visit her websitePick up a copy of her book  Listen to her podcast

In this episode we talk with Hesha Abrams about ways to embrace conflict and defuse tension when situations get tense at work and in our personal lives.During our time together we discuss:Why arguing and persuading doesn't work.Why we should embrace conflict instead of avoiding it.Best practices for dealing with "difficult" people.How to calm yourself down when you are triggered or find yourself in a difficult situation.What to do if you feel you are powerless and don't have any options, or that finding a solution seems impossible.Tips for leaders to help people around them embrace conflict and defuse tension.If you are interested in learning more from Hesha, Visit Hesha's website Reach out to Hesha on LinkedIN  

In this episode we talk with Kelly Charles-Collins about ways to create a culture in your organization where people feel psychologically safe to engage in difficult conversations resulting in a more vibrant, respectful, and accountable workplace.  During our time together we discuss:Why there is so much fear around having conversations about accountability, diversity, equity, and inclusion, employee engagement and more. How people can manage their fear and gain confidence/skill to engage more in conversations on sensitive topics.The role of the leader in proactively addressing issues in their organizations related to diversity, unconscious bias, and employee engagement to keep their organization out of the courtroom and newsroom.Steps leaders can take to help their workforce increase its capability to have better conversations and how long it realistically takes to see some results. If you are interested in learning more from Kelly, Visit Kelly's website - kellycharlescollins.comreach out Kelly on LinkedIN

In this episode we talk with Kelly Risse about the effects of unmanaged stress, ways leaders can have a better awareness of their stress, strategies to help reduce and manage it.During our time together we discuss:Common misconceptions or myths about stress-management and mindset. What stress personalities are and how they manifest themselves in people.Techniques to manage you stress personality.Ways to achieve more balance in your life and guard against burnout. How leaders can help those around them reduce stress so everyone can be the best version of themselves all the time.If you are interested in learning more from Kelli, reach out to her on LinkedINlisten to her Podcast - Winning in Business.visit her website for a complimentary 30-minute strategy call.  

In this episode we talk with Clint Rusch about ways you can increase your chances of making good decisions consistently in a complex and unpredictable world.During our time together we discuss:What leaders can do to consistently make good high stakes decisions in an optimal way regardless of how much information you have (or don't have). A repeatable process/algorithm for making decisions under stress and maximizing your decision making power each day.How to deal with and overcome the times when you make a poor decision.The key to getting your hiring decisions correct. How to build trust within your team and maintain it over time.If you are interested in learning more from Clint, reach out to him on LinkedIN or visit his website.

In this episode we talk with Avi Wolfson about how you as a leader can achieve success, and help others achieve success by working through challenges and failure.During our time together we discuss:What "Champion Based Leadership" is, and the importance of finding your inner champion. Setting your strategy to reaching your goals and achieve success.How to deal with failure and overcome it.Advice for people struggling with a mental health crisis or challenge, regardless of the magnitude of it, in your personal or professional life. Avoiding the most common mistakes when planning and executing your career strategy.If you are interested in learning more from Avi, reach out to him on LinkedIN or visit his website.

In this episode we talk with Jennifer Watson about ways leaders and their teams can sustain high-performance as their organization experiences growth, change, and challenges. During our time together we discuss:The "next level" leadership traits needed in the post-pandemic world..Why communication is so important  and a key driver of a leader's success.What true wellness and vitality are. How leaders sustain high-performance personally through growth, change, and challenges . If you are interested in learning more from Jennifer:visit 

In this episode we talk with Dan Freehling about driving their career and leadership development During our time together we discuss:Why "old school" industrial era advice about career strategy is no longer working.The importance of combining what you want personally and professionally with what you can do well.The four meaningful career types.Understanding what "dangerous seas" are and how to navigate them. Avoiding the most common mistakes when planning and executing your career strategy.If you are interested in learning more from Dan:visit contempusleadership.com and take the free Career Design Quizcheck out Dan's book The Career Design Map Inquire about coaching sessions for yourself or organization.

In this episode we talk with Seven Turner about ways to resolve employee disengagement so you can have a happier and more productive workforce all while slashing turnover costs.  .During our time together we discuss:How long employee disengagement has been an issue.Ways leaders who are serious about improving employee engagement can get started.Keys to success in improving employee engagement.How much time it realistically takes to change your organization and the benefits you can attain by working to improve employee engagement. If you are interested in learning more from Steve,  visit  https://www.flow-business-solution.com/Email Steve at - steve@flow-business-solution.comCall Steve at 267-753-5568  

In this episode we talk with John Myrna about about how to manage and lead the different types of performers on your team.During our time together we discuss:What should a leader’s mindset be when it comes to the fact that even on a high performing team, you have different levels of performance?Ways to determine which type of performer someone is, then tips for leading and managing them.How to handle a situation where an employee was perfect for the job at first but due to changes in business or the world, they aren't performing as well as they used to.How can performance reviews be executed in a way that provides value without becoming such a burden or chore?If you are interested in learning more from John,  visit and check out his book, The Chemistry of Growth: A CEO’s Guide.  

In this episode we talk with Deb Curtis about about how entrepreneurs who have a business that is past the startup stage, can continue to grow and possibly expand or diversify into new areas.  During our time together we discuss:The key things to think about when creating a growth strategy.Advice for finding funding sources for your growth.How to avoid the trap of working "in your business" instead of "on your business".Getting involved in entrepreneurship by becoming a part owner or absentee owner.The importance of exit planning and when to start thinking about it. If you are interested in learning more from Deb,  visit her website.  

In this episode we talk with Jerry Dugan about principles of servant leadership to create more impact as a leader. During our time together we discuss:What servant leadership is and why it is a great way to lead teams.The four "stakes" of your leadership tent (Trust Building, Empowering, Navigating, and Thriving Together)How to pull yourself out of personal and/or professional rut and into a life worth living (aka "living beyond the rut"). If you are interested in learning more from Jerry, visit his website and check out his free audiobook. 

Compliance is more than just an annual "check the box" type training event.  In this episode, we talk with Tom Fox, the Compliance Evangelist, and host of the Compliance Podcast Network about what all leaders need to know about compliance to protect themselves and their organization, all while fostering a stronger culture of trust and psychological safety. During our time together we discuss:Why it's dangerous to view compliance as just an annual training activity.Examples of executives and their organizations who have been held liable for failing to take compliance seriously.Things leaders should focus on to strengthen your organization's mindset and culture around compliance.The importance of assessing and mitigating risks in a wide range of areas to not only protect your business but your workforce.The best defense you can create for your organization in case a compliance violation is uncovered.    For more from Tom Fox Visit The Compliance Podcast NetworkConnect via LinkedIN or Email

In this episode, I talk with Bruno Pesec co-founder of the Norwegian Founder Institute, the world’s premier idea-stage accelerator and startup launch program, about five specific practices for profitable innovation.   During our time together we discuss,Despite the current global economic challenges and headwinds, is it still worth investing in innovation?Five specific practices leaders can leverage to innovate properly in your business.Pitfalls to watch out for when investing in innovation. For more from Bruno Pesec, please visit https://www.pesec.no/