Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts)

AI Human Super PowerDave West, Scrum.org CEO and Product Owner, reveals THE biggest strength one can develop in a world fueled by AI...and shares three powerful ways to develop it now.As society embraces AI-driven solutions across every facet of life, it's TRUST that becomes the critical linchpin in our collective future. In the rapid march towards automation, It's vital for every leader and teams learn to develop it quickly and effective....Dave's message helps us do that!LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjustinwest/Company Link: https://www.scrum.org/You'll Also Discover...The Ultimate Framework to Lead and Innovate.Winning a Championship at 5000 to 1 Odds.The Important Difference Between Six Sigma and Scrum.An Incredible Gillette Innovation Using Scrum.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Unlock Team PerformanceTy van der Wees, CFO at Ingenico, shares his personal strategy for translating strategy into performance. He's relied upon it to accelerate performance as an executive in four different countries and cultures...and now you get it first hand.Without it he says "the value just stays in the powerpoint" and never translates to the bottom line...a pain for every leader.Time to unlock and unleash!----Ty’s truly an international leader with work experience in the Netherlands, South Africa, Sweden and the USA.He was announced as a 2024 Georgia Titan 100, which recognizes the Top 100 CEOs and C-level executives in Georgia.Ingenico is the global leader in payment acceptance and services. They have more than 40 million payment devices deployed worldwide in 37 countries and have been at the forefront of the commerce landscape for over four decades. LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyrone-van-der-wees/Company Link: https://ingenico.com/us-enWhat You’ll Discover in this Episode:Why Finance is the “Compass” of Every Business. The Three Most Important Finance Tips for Every Leader.What He Learned Leading Teams in Four Countries.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

The Carnivorous DonutBetsy Hamm is the visionary CEO of Duck Donuts, one of the fast-growing international franchise brands in the world known for warm, delicious and made-to-order donuts.She knows her customers so well she was even able to guess the very donut I ate that morning with my daughter within 5 minutes of meeting me.Maple Bacon…And wow was it tasty!You’ll also hear her incredible climb from Hershey to the helm of Duck Donuts.It's an inspiring journey of building confidence, skills, and experience......then instilling that in others......to achieve resultsYou may think you know donuts, but you don’t know them like this from a passionate leader.Check it out!LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsy-hamm-1903362/Company Link: http://www.duckdonuts.com/You’ll also DiscoverThe Recipe for Donut Domination.How to Benefit from the “Circle of Success.The Future of Donuts!-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Entrepreneurial Equity...Scott Kinka, Chief Strategy Officer of Bridgepointe Technologies, has been an entrepreneur in EVERY job he's been in...and it's literally paid off......as he was also a founding partner and CTO of Cloud Services Innovator and Evolve IP, which exited to Private Equity in 2017. Now he brings that magic and mindset to his current organization.It's profoundly impactful.You'll discover the power of igniting the entrepreneurial spirit with your team, and how unleashing its potential can propel the entire organization.----Scott also brings this energy and magic to his own Podcast... “Bridge with Scott Kinka” which focuses on personal stories and product development with Executives from some of the largest tech companies in the world.LinkedIn Profile http://www.linkedin.com/in/scottkinkaThe Bridge Podcast with Scott Kinka: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bridge-podcast/id1643072015 Company Link: https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/You'll Also Discover:What He Learned from Clarence Clemons of the E Street Band.How His First Job Set the Trajectory for his Entire Career.Three Effective Communication Strategies for Every Employee.Power Journaling and Note-Taking Tips.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Million Dollar Leadership Lesson.Davinder Athwal, CFO of Phenom, shares a costly mistake he made early in his career which reshaped his entire approach to leadership.You'll find how a seemingly insignificant decision led to an unfortunate chain of events.And......💡often the biggest mistake can lead to the most profound learning.He used the insight from this challenging experience to ultimately accelerate his career.Now he's become a people-first CFO, transforming and scaling global business for more a decade.Davinder also previously served in leadership roles at OSG, Avantax, Nortel Networks, IBM, and PwC.Don't miss Davinder's story -- a testament to the power of introspection and growth in leadership.----Phenom is a purpose-driven company that delivers AI-powered talent experiences to global enterprises. With Phenom, candidates find and choose you faster, employees develop their skills and evolve, recruiters become wildly productive, and managers build stronger-performing teams. The Phenom Intelligent Talent Experience platform seamlessly connects candidates, employees, recruiters, hiring managers, HR, and HRIS — empowering over 500 diverse and global enterprises with innovative products including Phenom Career Site, Chatbot, CMS, CRM, AI Scheduling, Video Assessments, Campaigns, University Recruiting, Talent Marketplace, Career Pathing, Gigs, Mentoring, and Referrals.----LinkedIn Profile http://www.linkedin.com/in/thesavvycfoCompany Link: https://www.phenom.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:CFO Strategies for Every Leader.The Worst Leadership Advice He's Heard.How to Leverage AI to Increase Your Impact.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

The CEO's InspirationDustin Dzwonkowski, Belimed Co-CEO and CCO, shares the hardship he faced early in life that ultimately fueled his motivation and accelerated his success.His personal story is powerful.What he learned shaped his leadership approach and propelled his rapid ascent over 8 years from Account Executive to C-Suite.If you're facing adversity right now now, you'll find a light of positive energy and momentum in my interview with Dustin. Don't miss it.Dustin on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustin-dzwonkowski-b4820231/ His company, Belimed: https://www.belimed.com/ Belimed AG is a leading supplier of medical and surgical instrument sterilization, disinfection, and cleaning products and servicesYou’ll also Discover...The Moment that Leadership Clicked for Him.A Leadership Lesson He Learned as a Division 1 Athlete.What Can Inspire a Moment of Clarity.How the CO-CEO Model Can Boost Results.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

"The Force" Saving the World.Jim McNiel, Global CMO at TAE Technologies, shares his incredible journey from Lucasfilm to leading a company on the cusp of delivering commercial fusion power capable of sustaining the planet for thousands of years. This is an entirely new take on using "The Force" for you and your team!His company’s pioneering work represents the fastest, most practical, and economically competitive solution to bring abundant clean energy to the grid. Jim is a visionary in the fusion industry, a tech entrepreneur, an award-winning filmmaker, and a venture capitalist.----He also hosts TAE’s Podcast– Good Clean Energyhttps://tae.com/good-clean-energy/LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmcniel/Company Link: https://tae.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What it was like Working on THE Star Wars Film Editing Tool (that Revolutionized Film Making).The Strategy that Resulted in an Award-Winning Documentary with Werner Herzog .What Every Leader Needs to Know about Fusion Energy.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

The King's HealthcareMichael O’Neil, CEO and Founder of Get Well Network, shares his challenging personal experience with cancer and how it inspired an incredible mission to revolutionise the patient hospital experience.You see he believes with their technology and process, every patient can get the same VIP experience that's normally reserved for those in royal and celebrity circles.Believe it; because they are making this happen today with 50 million interactions annually across 1000 locations. It's a masterclass in business, passion, and global impact. ----Michael's company delivers better outcomes for patients and the hospital systems they depend on.After undergoing treatment for Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Michael founded the company in 2000 to help deliver better outcomes for patients and improve the overall care experience.LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeloneiljr/Company Link: https://www.getwellnetwork.com/You’ll Discover in this Episode:The Morning Routine that Fuels his Work Day.How He Raised $1 Million Dollars While Working on His MBA.How to Craft and Communicate an Inspiring Leadership Vision.AI Tips for Accelerating Results.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Accelerate your Mental Edge.Guy Melamed, CFO & COO at Varonis Systems Inc, shares his secret for getting sharper, faster, and smarter. He discovered it during his days of playing Major League Soccer, and now he's converted it to the C-Suite to boost results for the entire organization including......achieving a 5-year transition plan in just 5 quarters!And YES you can utilize it with your team team too!LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-melamed-46b7932/Company Link: https://www.varonis.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What he Learned Being the First Israeli Drafted into Major League Soccer (MLS).Why He Eventually Choose Accounting Over the MLS.An Unexpected Twist that Led to his Growth.HIs Go-To Resource for Mindset.How to Build Trust “Horizontally” in Your Organization.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

The Ironman of StrategyJoe King, CMO at WinWire, shares the incredible leadership lesson from completing more than 30 marathons, 3 Ironman races, and hundreds of half marathons and 70.3 Ironman races.He distills the endurance, perseverance, and strategic thinking from his extensive athletic endeavors into actionable leadership principles.Get ready for truly unique perspective on leading, winning, and teamwork that you won't hear anywhere else!LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephmking68/Company Link: https://www.winwire.com/WinWire “Unleashes the Power of Azure and OpenAI” to enable enterprises across Healthcare, Software and Digital Platforms (ISVs), Retail, Hi-Tech, and Manufacturing to navigate their digital transformation journey. WinWire helps its customers drive business growth and gain competitive advantage through innovative software solutions.You'll also discover...What He's Learned Traveling to India more than 50 times.The Servant Leader Strategy that's Helped his Team.What a Well-Known CEO Mentor Taught Him that Accelerated his Career.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

For the Demoralized:Evan Carlson, COO at EasyVista, shares his incredible story of a challenge that tested his entire organization and what they learned that ultimately inspired their success.Change can reveal weakness and even destroy……it can also represent OPPORTUNITY for growth, innovation, and unity.There is ALWAYS more change coming. Have you acknowledged it?Have you communicated it?Are you preparing for it?Evan gets that leaders win when they proactive in anticipating the change vs reacting and being caught on their heals.His message helped me look at leading teams through change in a MUCH different way!It likely will for you too.—--EasyVista provides IT Service Management and IT Operations Management solutions that are innovative and sustainable. He was the first employee over 14 years ago in the US for the Europe headquartered company, joining at a time of significant transformation in the IT Service Management market. His professional career has been in technology where change is a constant and something that he embraces and thrives on.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/evancarlson/Company Link: https://www.easyvista.com/What You’ll Discover in this EpisodeThe Leadership Secret He Learned “Dialing for Dollars”.An Unexpected Twist that Led to His Success.The Rock Band That Motivates Him.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

The President's 1.8 Million Swim Lessons.Ashley Gundlach, President of British Swim School, shares the powerful strategy that's propelled her school to deliver an astonishing 1.8 million swim lessons annually.It's made her team and entire organization an unstoppable positive force.Swim lessons, of course, aren't just numbers, but life-saving opportunities, and you'll hear the poignant story that epitomizes the profound motivation that drives Ashley and her team to safeguard thousands of lives through their work.—-The British Swim School is the premier survival and stroke development swim lesson provider, utilizing highly-trained swim instructors to teach lessons that focus on safety, fun and skill development to infants (as young as 3 months), toddlers, children, teens and adults, across all ability levels - including children and adults with special abilities. With the core mission of “Survival of the Littlest” they utilize water survival programs that enable children to survive a water accident, countering the troubling statistic that drowning is the #1 cause of accidental death for children under 5 years old.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleybgundlach/Company Link: https://britishswimschool.com/ What You’ll Discover in this Episode:The Advice from Her Greatest Mentor.How to Make Positive Business Relationships Last Forever.What Adult Swim Lessons Can Teach You About Confidence.Her Family Blueprint that Organizes Her Family of 5.The Most Important Swim Lesson of All.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Corporate Juggernaut...Janet Traphagen, President of Creative Group, Inc. is a trailblazing force of corporate events. She shares three strategies for leading and creating unforgettable moments for your team and customers.With over three decades of honing her craft alongside global corporate powerhouses, Janet's expertise is unparalleled in the industry.She also shares the blueprint for event excellence and what sets remarkable events apart from the rest. Before your next corporate gathering, this is mandatory listen.It's a true masterclass!---Creative Group has been “motivating people since 1970. As a performance improvement company”, they specialize in engagement, incentive and recognition solutions, and end-to-end meetings and event management. ---LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/janettraphagen/Company Link: https://www.creativegroupinc.com/You'll also discover...Why “You don’t have to get ready if you stay ready.”Her Most Memorable Corporate Event.CEO Tips for Creating Your Most Engaging Event.What Leaders Should Hire For.Harnessing the Power of Masculine and Feminine Leadership Energy.How to Use AI to Improve Your Meeting.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

NHL CEO Led His Team from Last Place to the Stanley CupSean Henry is the CEO, “PREDsident” and Alternate Governor of the National Hockey League’s Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena.Under his leadership the Predators qualified for the Stanley Cup Playoffs in eight of the last nine seasons, a run headlined by a trip to the Stanley Cup Final in 2017, winning the Presidents’ Trophy in 2017-18 and earning a second consecutive Central Division title in 2018-19.He also elevated Bridgestone Arena from the 50th to 1st in terms of number of events in a year.Previously, Sean also served as Executive Vice President and COO of the Tampa Bay Lightning (the Lightning won their 1st Stanley Cup in 2004 while Sean was an executive) and also in senior leadership roles at Unity Motion and Volume Services Inc., where he worked with the Detroit Pistons, St. Louis Rams and the Washington Redskins. He serves on the boards of the Nashville Predators Foundation, YWCA of Nashville and Middle Tennessee, Nashville Downtown Partnership, Nashville Sports Council, Nashville Chamber of Commerce, the Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, and The Sports Fund. He has been married to his wife for 31 years and they have 4 children.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-henry-297129b/Company Link: https://www.nhl.com/predators/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:Sean’s Source of Inspiration.His First Mentor.The Powerful Work Mantra He Lives By.The Insight He Had Working for the Pistons During the “Bad Boy” Years.A Failure that Led his Success.What He Learned Leading a Company Through Bankruptcy.The Biggest Turnaround of His Career.Why Fun is a Top Priority for Team Culture.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

The President’s Hidden PotentialConor Bagnell, President of MHK, shares the moment that unleashed the performance and true capacity of his team. This strategy is 100% good news for every leader because it engages your team, ignites their creativity, and boosts their productivity.—-----MHK simplifies healthcare for health insurance companies through technology. They manage tens of millions of lives through some of the most prominent players in healthcare, including 4 of the top 5 and 7 of the top 10 health plans in the US.Conor started his career as an Electrical Engineer and over the last 20 years has evolved his career with a deep focus on innovation in healthcare.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/conor-bagnell-4175992/Company Link: http://www.mhk.com/You’ll Discover in this EpisodeThe Ideal Music Beats Per Minute (BPM) to Elevate Your Mood.Why He Keeps a Rock Album Cover his Office Wall.How Executives Execute the 5 Whys.A Memorable Example of When to Go “Low Tech”.What Ireland Can Teach the World about Leadership.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

From Professional Athlete to the C-Suite...Craig Ferguson is President of Recruitment Operations at TransForce.He distills his 14 years in the National Hockey League (NHL) into one powerful leadership lesson.Sure you may watch sports and be a fan. Maybe you even played competitive sports at a high level, BUT….…Craig gives us his incredible playbook for accelerating your success grounded in winning strategies from the highest level in sports.This isn’t theory.It’s real world leadership that he translates from the hockey rink to the Corner Office.Craig also served as a senior leader at the Walt Disney Company and co-founded Drive 360 Logistics.------TransForce solves a problem that plagues America… the availability of truck drivers. They have a network of more than  .5 Millions drivers and 3,000 carriers nationwide that choose TransForce as a partner for their driver recruitment and staffing.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/recruitmentcraig/Company Link: https://www.transforce.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What the NHL Teaches Us About Leadership.A Leadership Lesson from 14 years in the NHL.His Inspired Journey to the C-Suite.The NHL Team Dynamic that Makes It So Special.Why Good Teams Beat Good Players Every Time.How to Block Out the Noise.The One-Word Mantra for Winning his First NHL Coach Instilled in Him.His First Hockey Fight and What He Discovered.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Instilling One Powerful Trait in His Team…Raj Mukherjee, CIO at HIT Promotional Products (one of the largest in the US), has steadily risen through the ranks over the last five years.There’s one trait that is so foundational that he seeks to foster it in every team member.It’s so critical that he won’t let his teams operate without it…CARESo simple yet often forgotten in hiring and development.Consider….have you ever had training for “care”? Unlikely.Raj shares a powerful strategy he uses to boost the care that the team takes with their customers……it’s been transformative.HIT Promotional Products has been in business for over 50 years and ranked #5 in their industry with 3,000 employees and shipping over 3,500 orders per day.Raj has a Masters degree from the University of South Florida and an MBA from the University of Florida.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishiraj-mukherjee-712b4222/Company Link: https://hitpromo.net/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:The First Job Still Influences his Leadership Today.A Hard Lesson from his First Day at Work.A Selling Secret he Learned from a Sheriff.The Advice he’d give his Younger Self.The Mindset that Transformed his Career.The One Trait He’d Like to Instill in Every Employee.A Colorful Story of When Someone Quit.Why the Promotional Product Industry is a Leader’s Best Friend.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Your personal brand and reputation…Cristy Garcia is CMO of impact.com and built her business to help organizations and leaders increase influence.We take a deep dive into incredibly powerful insights and tools to accelerate trust in your brand.Many of these were new to me and I suspect they will be for you too.Too many leaders gamble with their brand, leaving trust up to chance.The sure bet is take a more intentional approach…and that’s exactly what Cristy shares here.----She was named one of the most important marketing executives by Business Insider and also named top SaaS executive by Appealie (2022).Impact.com is the world’s leading partnership management platform. Their technology platform and partnerships marketplace drives revenue growth for global enterprise brands such as Walmart, Uber, Shopify, Lenovo, L’Oreal, Fanatics, Target, and Levi.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristinaebert/Company Link: https://impact.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:Why You Should Prioritize TRUST over Performance in Your Team.Influence Strategies for Leaders.The Rise of LinkedIn and Podcast Influencers.How AI is Impacting Influence.Why CEO’s Make Powerful Influencers.Why Motherhood Made Her a Better Leader.How to Discover Your Own Leadership Style.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Collectibles… Do you know what’s happening?Dan Van Tran is Chief Technology Officer for Collectors Holdings – the worldwide leader in authentication and grading of collectibles. He and his team are changing the baseball cards and ANYTHING else that can be collected and making them more valuable and more “tradeable”.Last year, they graded 13.5 million collectibles – almost 8 times more than their next biggest competitor.We could have easily stopped there in the interview because it OVER delivers with insights and strategies……but then he shares the powerful story of his humble beginning……to Tech Powerhouse Leader……he has a journey that can inspire every leader.—His last organization, Flatiron Health, was acquired for $1.9 billion, and his current company, Collectors, went from a valuation of $850 million when he joined in 2021 to $4.3 billion dollars a year later.Outside of modernizing legacy tech for organizations, DVT spends the majority of his time mentoring and helping people to maximize their impact. Although technology is the enabler of disruption, you need to have the right set of people to leverage those tools efficiently. Dan has been helping people to carve career paths that allow them to make the best use of their strengths, most recently working with Raritan Valley Community College in central NJ and Cornell Tech in NYC. LinkedIn Profile https://linkedin.com/in/dantranCompany Link: https://danvantran.com/ https://www.collectors.com/ What You’ll Discover in this Episode:The First Step for Creating a Valuable Collection.Why He Went “All In” on collecting Alex Morgan Cards.What He’s Learned from his Chicken Side Hustle.A Strategy to Transform Team Culture.Why He Taught Himself Coding as a Kid.Three Ways to Avoid “Tech Debt”.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise---A Perspective Made Her Team Thrive.Kim Einan, Chief Strategy Officer at Starcom Worldwide, shares the transformative moment she realized the secret to job satisfaction for her and her team...…it wasn’t money.It’s something that’s free and equally available to everyone.Since that day Kim has stayed with the company for 25 years… plus it’s become the cornerstone of her engagement and employee retention strategy.It’s clearly working here! You need to hear Kim’s message!Starcom is a global communications planning and media leader with more than 7,000 employees in over 100 offices around the world. They partner with the world's leading marketers and brands, including Bank of America, Best Buy, Kellogg Company, McDonald's, Novartis, Samsung, Visa and more. LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-einan-13a7734/Company Link: https://www.starcomww.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:The Philosophy that Transformed her Leadership Approach.What Happened when Kim Began Leading with More Authenticity.A Strategy to Become More Creative.The Key to Conquering Burnout and Helping Others.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise---An Expedition Leader for Executives...Kelly Sutter is Sr. Expedition Leader with UnCruise Adventures with 10 years of experience from Baja, Mexico, Upper Florida Keys, the Bahamas, and all over Alaska - including Denali National Park, Wrangell St. Ellies, Seward, and Southeast Alaska. She shares an incredible story of her scariest bear encounter and what it is like leading treks deep into the Wild.Kelly has an infectious energy and enthusiasm and we spent a lot of time laughing in this one.You’ll also discover…What It's like Playing with the “Puppy Dog of the Sea”.How to Handle Leading People of Varied Skill and Knowledge Levels.The Quality that Makes a Strong Expedition Leader.Her Favorite Interview Question.The Failure that Accelerated Her Growth.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Elizabeth Pierce grew the business 500% but her story is far bigger……She moved her entire family from Ireland to South Carolina.…She made the huge leap from Accounting to the C-Suite.…She transformed a business into a powerhouse ($1B organization with 7 acquisitions stretching across 18 states)It’s an inspiring story of perseverance and resilience that you won't want to miss.In her interview you’ll hear the single strategy she used to make it all happen.You’ll hear the emotion as I spent half the episode with a “frog in my throat”...LinkedIn Profile http://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-pierce-8554795bWhat You’ll Also Discover:What It was Like Moving from Ireland to South Carolina to Lead a Company.A Story from Accounting that Prepared Her for the C-Suite.The Fear of a Change and How She Conquers It.A CEO Approach to Taking a Sabbatical.Her Best Role Model for Leadership.Three Sources of Inspiration.What Employers Miss that Could Be Growing Their Business.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

He almost died. Then the experience fueled him to CEO.Joaquim “Kim” Lecha, CEO at Typeform, shares the near-death experience he had that changed his life forever.He had 20 surgeries, months in the hospital, and two years before he’d walk again on two feet.His dream was ripped away.But….… just wait until you hear the incredible insight he had in these dark moments that ended up fueling his ascent to CEO of an exciting company that's changing the world.If we all learned to face adversity like Kim, the world would be a much better and brighter place!—---Typeform is a form builder and data collection platform that helps more than 150,000 businesses get the data they need with beautifully-designed, conversational forms that people enjoy responding to.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/joaquim-lecha-040136/Company Link: https://www.typeform.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:Leadership Lessons from a Terrible Accident.A Step to Create a Culture of Life-Long Learning.How to Get Your Team to Think Bigger.A Strategy to Overcome Adversity.How to Instill Work Ethic.The Key to Building a Company That Matters.How “Forms” are Boosting Sales and Engagement.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

This CEO Led USA Fencing to Historic Growth.Phil Andrews is CEO of USA Fencing (and former CEO of USA Weightlifting)… and is the only person to lead two sporting organizations in the Olympic & Paralympic movement at the same time.Yes, we talk plenty about swords......and why it's become THE sport for every Ivy League School.BUT there's so much more!Fencing is the fastest sport on earth and is a lot like "combat chess". Phil shares the keys to success and how to use them "sharpen" your team.By the end of his interview you’ll appreciate Fencing and the powerful leadership lessons from the sport.Plus you’ll discover his incredible story of becoming the CEO of USA Weightlifting for a decade and the playbook he used to transform it into a women's majority sport, including an historic funding agreement for women. He instituted new governance reform, attracted record participation, and secured unprecedented sponsorship and fundraising levels. What a story!LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-andrews-07465617/Company Link: http://www.usafencing.org/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:How Fencing Makes You a Better Leader.A Big Leadership Lesson from USA Fencing.Why Fencing is “Combat Chess”.The Strategy He Used to Build USA Fencing and Weightlifting to Historic Levels.What He Did that Shifted USA Weightlifting into a Women’s Majority Sport.A Tip for Leaders Facing Burnout.His Journey from Weightlifting to USA Fencing.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

From Tech Girl Mentor to Intel CMO.Carolyn Henry, Intel Corporation CMO Americas, has driven change at some of the most powerful tech brands including in her role at Intel and previously IBM and BMC Software.Her biggest passion though......championing STEM for women worldwide. The reality is stark: Girls are often socialized out of Science and Math by Age 8. This destroys dreams and potential.Then It accumulates into an imbalanced workforce.Carolyn is changing that right now.You’ll be inspired by her personal story and be energized to change the world too. I sure was!LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynhenry1/Company Link: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/homepage.htmlWhat You’ll Discover in this Episode:Insights for Doing Business in Latin AmericaHow She Became a Fierce Advocate for Women in Tech.Why Girls Get Socialized Out of Math and How She’s Changing That.Her Incredible Career Journey from Liberal Arts College to Tech ExecutiveWhat It’s Like Being First in Your Family to Achieve Higher EducationA Strategy to Cultivate Energy and Focus How Her Team is Driving AI at Intel and the Broader IndustryWhat You Learn for a Company that's 50 years old.Why Executives Should Consider “Spot Education".The Mantra She Lives By.How Intel is Building Ethics into AI.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Does INNER PEACE Drive Revenue? Carsten Bruhn, CEO and President of Ricoh USA, Inc. absolutely blew me away with his strategies for achieving mindfulness, and how he credits this to accelerating his leadership effectiveness.He believes in it so much that when he moved to the US to become CEO......he brought his Mindfulness Coach with him.It's become the cornerstone of his leadership philosophy.You'll love how this positively impacts his team and thousands of employees... ...and even how he uses it improves his commute to New York City.Inner Peace could be the missing ingredient for accelerating your success.Carsten's message definitely made me reflect on how I'm running my work day.---If you don't know Ricoh, they are the integrated digital services, print, and imaging solutions company with 90,000 employees working with 1.4 million businesses, including 84% of the Fortune 500.Carsten is known as an authentic, humble Servant Leader who is passionate about creating a thriving culture for all team membersHe's a "global citizen," bringing more than 20 years of experience from around the world. This includes having lived and worked in Great Britain, Denmark and Japan, and now in the U.S. as a CEO.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/carsten-bruhn/Company Link: https://www.ricoh-usa.com/enYou’ll also Discover:A Moment that Transformed His CareerWhy True Leaders Speak Last.What Martial Arts Taught Him About Leadership.Why Mindfulness is a Vital Skill.The Hack that Helped Him Meet 1,000 Employees.3 Tools for Connecting with Your Team.The Time an Employee Made Him Cry.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

More Powerful than a Brain Injury...Early in his career Umang Modi, now Managing Principal & Chief Strategy Officer at TIAG®, had a personal tragedy right after he was hired.He had a one-year baby at home and no back up plan.They could have fired him.Instead the company did something powerful…AND…15 years later he’s an executive leading hundreds……in the same company.…driving change on the most important initiatives for his customer, The Department of Defense.He reveals the inspiring moves the organization made to save his career, instill loyalty, and secure the future of the company.It’s as close to going “ALL OUT” as I’ve seen.Umang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/umangjmodi/TIAG website: https://tiag.net/—----TIAG stands for The Informatics Applications Group, Inc. and they provide transformative technology solutions for the public sector and across the Department of Defense. Umang began his career at TIAG as a senior-systems engineer and lead solutions architect analyst and over 15 years worked his way to the C-Suite..He provides insights on technology trends, innovation, leadership, and digital modernization across the public and private sectors as a contributing writer to Newsweek. —-You’ll also discover…The Strategy to Foster Team Loyalty that Lasts Forever.A Data Engineer’s 15-Year Climb to the C-Suite.How to Bring the Entrepreneurial Mindset to Unlikely Environments.The Town Hall Hack to Boost Motivation.A Vital Project to Support the Biggest Healthcare Provider in the World.His First Job and How It Still Influences His Leadership Today.A Colorful Story of When Someone Quit.The Failure that Accelerated his Growth.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Bad News Builds Your BrandChris Deri, President, Corporate Advisory Businesses, and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, at Weber Shandwick - the global PR and Communication Firm, shares his top strategy for building your brand and reputation even when delivering bad news in a terrible situation.Many leaders hide or run from a problem or accident. They build a team to make problems "go away" or  and “sweep them under the rug”...…Chris and his team take a different approach.You’ll discover the process he and his team uses when leaders face their darkest moments to...…earn more trust.…build your brand.…boost your credibility.Bottom line, Chris’ message shows us the power of honest communication in difficult times.You’ll also hear a few surprising example of companies mishandling it. Ugh!—Chris has decades of experience advising Fortune 500 CEOs and C-Suite leaders on communications and reputation/stakeholder management.He’s also worked in many global markets and different countries over the course of his career.Before PR and communications, Chris has worked in US presidential politics, AIDS advocacy and has served on the boards of social justice and peace building organizations – this experience has very much informed his current leadership style.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-deri-1451373/Company Link: https://webershandwick.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:Why He Has Terracotta Warrior in his Office.What He Learned in the “Cleveland, Ohio of China”.Why He Moved to China and What He Learned.The First Business He Started.How to Earn Trust.The Biggest Mistake He’s Seen a Company Make in China.Why You May Need a Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.The Biggest Mistake Leaders Make in Crisis Communication.An Example of Bad Communication in a CrisisA Tip for Delivering Bad News How He Broke Sales Records in Mongolia with a Celebrity ChefCommunication Tips from Donald Trump, Joe Biden, and Al GoreWhat Leaders can Learn from Losing a Presidential Election-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

R Srikrishna, also known as Keech, the dynamic leader at Hexaware, is CEO of 29,000 and believes in reaching each employee in a unique way.He unveils a potent strategy that fuels the pride, passion, and performance of his massive global workforce.While many leaders aim for impact, the crucial challenge lies in instilling this sense of purpose within the team, fostering care, and driving performance.Keech, in a moment that gave me chills during the interview, shares how to bridge this gap. His vision is for every team member to embrace such pride that they would willingly "sign their name" to the code, creating a true masterpiece.His objectives are clear and formidable......Build an exceptional team....Ensure every customer feels like the sole focus.Hexaware stands as a global powerhouse, guided by a leader who ignites greatness.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/srikrishna-ramakarthikeyan-4154452/Company Link: https://hexaware.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What He Learned from his First Job.How to Select the Right Opportunity for Growth and Promotion.The “Spiral Model” for Job Promotion.A Hack for Playing the Long Game in Your Career.The Advice He’d Give His Younger Self.When AI Hallucinations are Helpful.Why You Must Help Your Team See their Job as a Force of Change.A Strategy to Motivate 29,000 Employees.How to Rebound Quickly after Losing a Deal.The Gadget that Powered his Personal and Professional Success.Resources:https://www.prnewswire.com/in/news-releases/hexawares-ceo-r-srikrishna-receives-prestigious-recognition-at-indias-impactful-ceos-conclave-302021097.html-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise---Hundreds Find Deeper Meaning through COO's Move.Esther Farkas, COO at Unite Us, shares her insightful approach for connecting the roles of hundreds of employees back to the mission of the company.  This drives performances and engagement across the entire organization.I felt inspired by Esther’s care and attention to this specific area as I often see hard-working leaders and entrepreneurs unable to motivate their teams to go the extra mile.BUT, when’s the last time you asked your team if they buy into the mission?If you can’t get your team to connect to your mission, then the mission is at risk.That’s where Esther’s interview comes in...Unite Us is the nation’s leading software company that brings sectors together to improve the health and well-being of communities. They drive the collaboration to predict, deliver, and pay for services that impact whole-person health.Her career has focused on service and mission-driven organizations with an infusion of entrepreneurship.She has an undergraduate degree from Duke and a law degree from University of Michigan.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/esther-farkas-20b90a42/Company Link: https://www.uniteus.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:The Step She Took to Jump from Lawyer to COO.How to Inspire Your Team.Why Customers Can Be THE Motivational Force for Your Team.Three Ways to Communicate Customer Stories Back to Your Team.Why Giving Back Outside of Work Makes You Better at Work.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise---He Unlocked the Key for Performing Under Pressure...Mark W. Angle, Chief Cloud Operations Officer at OneStream Software, shares an important message for boosting your team’s performance.Even when people can execute…...can they actually do it under pressure?Too many leaders wait for a crisis to find out.Then things fall a part and the entire organization and customers suffer.That’s where this interview with Mark comes in.He communicates the mindset and his personal playbook to vet the weaknesses BEFORE the crisis hits by effectively testing your team, processes, and systems plus……the key strategy to avoid future damage and protect the bottom line.—OneStream™ provides an intelligent finance platform built to enable confident decision-making and maximize business impact. OneStream unleashes organizational value by unifying data management, financial close and consolidation, planning, reporting, analytics and machine learning. With over 1100 customers, 230 implementation partners and over 1200 employees their primary mission is to deliver 100% customer success. LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/mangle/Company Link: https://www.onestream.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:Why You Need Chief Cloud Operations Officer.How to Use the “Chaos Monkey” to Save Your Company.Three Steps to Benefit from the Cloud.How a Rock Star Dream Led Him to the C-Suite.The One Presentation Skill He Uses Daily.How to Use Improv to Boost Your Effectiveness.A Twist that Led to his Career Growth.The Power of Becoming an Open-Minded Leader.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

The Power Principle a President Discovered Leading an Epic Transformation...Vaibhav Srivastava is President at Innova Solutions of Healthcare, Insurance, LS and Public Sector, the $3B 50,000 person organization that went through a monumental transformation to realize a new inspired vision.It wasn’t easy. Leadership visions often fail no matter how inspired they are.Millions are lost and sometimes companies don't survive.They miss something vital that Vaibhav shares in his interview.It’s important to realize that…..declaring a new vision for your team is merely the first step.He says...… “A vision without execution is hallucination.”That is why they carefully created a powerful transformation plan over a full year!However.....it won’t take you anywhere near that long because he breaks down their process and every step of the journey for you in this insightful interview including what he learned and how you can apply it to your team.—--Vaibhav is an accomplished leader with two decades of experience working in the IT services industry and currently heading a diverse portfolio that includes Healthcare, Insurance, Life Sciences (HILS), and Government Sector Strategic Business Units (SBUs) with over 275 clients, at Innova Solutions.He was awarded the Executive of the Year 2023 award at the 11th Annual 2023 Globee Awards for his exceptional leadership and management skills.He was also winner of the prestigious Indian Achievers' Award 2023 for his outstanding professional achievements and contribution towards national building.Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta (Duluth), Georgia, Innova Solutions along with its subsidiaries employs over 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3.0B. LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/vaibhav-srivastava-aa574518/Company Link: http://www.innovasolutions.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:How He Lead his Company through a Monumental TransformationThe Path to Developing a Powerful Vision3 Keys to Succeed in Change ManagementHow to Decide What Services to SellHis First Job that Still Influences his Leadership TodayA Colorful Story of When Someone QuitThe Twist in His Career that Led to his Success-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

CEO Takes on the FDA and Wins Big!Get inspired by Cindy Eckert, CEO of Sprout Pharmaceuticals, who shares her story of grit, determination, and perseverance that paid off in a HUGE way......Sold her first company for $1 Billion Dollars....Created the FemTech category… projected to become $50B....Changed the world for women.She took the taboo and turned it into powerhouse brand and impact maker.If you've never heard of the "pink pill" or Addyi then you need to listen to this episode!Fortune Magazine calls her a tireless force of nature, and you’ll want to hear why…LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-eckertCompany Link: https://sproutpharmaceuticals.com/https://thepinkceiling.com/ What You’ll Discover in this Episode:Why She Sold Her Company and Started a New One the VERY Next Day.What She's Learned from ALWAYS Wearing Pink.When a Stranger Reaching Out Transformed Her Business.How Moxie Translates to the Board Room.Blue Pill vs Pink Pill Bias.Advice for Leveraging Positive Disruption.The Childhood Experience that Formed Her into an Entrepreneur.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter----ADDYI is for premenopausal women with acquired, generalized hypoactive (low) desire disorder who have not had problems with low desire in the past, and who have low desire no matter the type of activity, the situation or the partner. The low desire is troubling to them and is not due to a medical or mental health problem,problems in the relationship or medicine or other drug use. ADDYI is not for use in men or to enhance performance. Your risk of severe low blood pressure and fainting is increased if you drink 1-2 standard alcoholic drinks close in time to your ADDYI dose. Wait at least 2 hours after drinking before taking ADDYI at bedtime. Your risk of severe low blood pressure and fainting is also increased if you take certain prescription, over the counter or herbal medications, or have liver problems. Low blood pressure and fainting can happen when you take ADDYI even if you don’t drink alcohol or take other medicines. Do not take if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in ADDYI. Allergic reactions may include hives, itching or trouble breathing. Sleepiness, sometimes serious, can occur. Common side effects include dizziness, nausea, tiredness, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep and dry mouth. See full PI and Medication Guide, including Boxed Warning at addyi.com/pi or call 844-PINK-PILL.

CEO Shares the Universal Leadership Principle.Jim Eickhoff is President and CEO Creative Dining Services, one of the top-ranked food service providers in the US. He's also led executive teams and transformations across several industries and companies including Sallie Mae, Apollo Education Group, and Upromise.We dive deep into the one leadership principle at the heart of all.True leadership principles are timeless and transcend, and Jim's leadership journey is a testament to that reality.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-eickhoff-42abba2Company Link: https://creativedining.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:His Strategy to Motivate 2,000 Employees Across 16 StatesA Step You Can Take When a Leader Refuses to AdaptA Colorful Story of When Someone was FiredHow an Employee can Effectively Communicate a Big Idea to the CEOHow to “Fail Forward” after MistakeWhat He Did to Achieve his Fitness Goals for 110 Consecutive Weeks-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Does Kindness or Confrontation Make You a Stronger Leader?Get Inspired by Andrea Alejandra Quiroz, CEO of Pragma USA, who shares the moment she discovered her leadership super power and how to effectively balance it with a powerful toughness and resilience.It can seem like the prototypical leader is confrontational and slashes through the organization to get results. We've all seen plenty of that.However Andrea's message challenges that approach and is an insightful perspective on leadership balance. Don't miss it!-----Pragma USA is a company that provides near shoring solutions offering cloud-native applications, migrations to the cloud, and e-commerce platforms.They have operations in the USA, Central and South America, and two development hubs in Colombia and Peru. There are more than 1,300 pragmatics delivered over 700 projects for 150+ clients across the continent.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrequiroz/Company Link: https://www.pragma.co/en/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:The CEO Letter that Accelerated her Promotion to the C-SuiteHow She Learned to Trust Her LeadershipHow She Adapted her Leadership Style for the US MarketTips for Increasing Sales Across Different Cultures.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise---BET BIG to Boost Your Team Performance!Casey Marquette, CEO and Founder of Covenant Technologies has had a banner career that includes executive roles at CVS, Johnson and Johnson, Cognizant, and generating sales of $6M in his first year of running his own company!The foundation of his success?You’ll get the story of the “big bet” that an early mentor made on him which completely transformed his career and accelerated his success.He’s been placing those same kinds of bets on this team ever since.  It’s made ALL the difference.It’s fueled his success and that of the entire organization!If you’d like get more from your team, then don’t miss Casey’s interview…LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseymarquette/Company Link: https://cov-technologies.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:The Call Casey Took While Running a Marathon that Transformed his Career.His Journey from Law Enforcement to CEO.The Two Leaders that Transformed his Career.The CEO Ratio that Makes You a Stronger Leader.Why an RV/Camper is an Effective Sales Tool.How to Instill Extreme Focus in Your Team.Why CEO's Let the Waiter Order for Them.The Tony Robbins Quote He Lives and Leads By. Resources:25 Ways to Win with People, John C Maxwell https://www.amazon.com/25-Ways-Win-People-Million/dp/0785260943 Athylitcapp Fitness App https://www.athlyticapp.com/ TRX Bands https://www.amazon.com/trx-bands/s?k=trx+bands -----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise----Radhika Duggal, CMO at Super com, shares her powerful philosophy for when, where, and how to lead. Her message is vital because…...you don’t have time to lead on everything.Too many leaders do and this dilutes their impact.Moreover, when you go with the “Lead on Everything” approach it results in burnout. Just because the problem or opportunity is there, it doesn't mean you should be the one leading the charge.Instead, learn to identify the right time and place and then go all in on the impact.Radhika has honed her approach over at Chase, Pfizer, and Deloitte Consulting. Her focused perspective has yielded incredible results as you’ll hear.----Super.com has 300M users and $2B in sales on their platform and empowers users to spend less, save more, and build credit. LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhikaduggal/Company Link: https://www.super.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:Leadership Skills You Only Learn in a Small Town .Her Move from Big Flats to the Big Apple.Her Four Steps of Leadership.What Radhika Looks for in a Great Leader.The Moment that Formed her Leadership Perspective.The One Trait She’d Like to Instill in Every Employee.The Secret to Winning Hearts and Minds..Her Novel Approach to Listening More and Speaking Less.The Question that Boosts Resilience.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise----Tenacious Leaders Never StopNidhi Alexander, CMO of Hexaware, shares her compelling story of how tenacity became the cornerstone of her career success and how she instills this trait in her team.When your team is tenacious they achieve their goals without excuses. Every team deals with problems, obstacles, and delays. It’s easy to let them through you off plan and damage morale.When the finger-pointing starts, it only makes matters worse.Imagine how this plays out when you’re leading hundreds or thousands……the compounding effect of negativity can bring your company to a grinding halt.That’s where Nidhi’s inspiring and tenacious message comes in…LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/nidhialexander/Company Link: https://hexaware.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:When to Stick to Your Vision and When to Pivot.The Signal that You Should Change Your Plan.The Big Lesson She Learned as Television Journalist.What Happened in her Most Memorable InterviewThe Worst Leadership Advice She’s Heard.How She Won with Data-Driven Decision Making.How She Created THE Top-Ranked Internship Program.The Action She Took that Accelerated Her Career.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise----Hiring is Always a Gamble. Get inspired by Abhishek Agarwal, President of Judge India and Global Delivery, who shares a powerful framework to make you a better at hiring people. Hiring someone new is ALWAYS a risk. When they fail it costs you money, time, and productivity. It can quickly lead to burnout for you and your team because you’re picking up the slack.Even when someone has the perfect interview, you can never truly know how they’ll work out.That’s where this interview with Abhishek comes in. He’s hits this topic hard and has even written a book and delivered a TED talk on it.Previously he even served as Head of Global Sourcing & Talent Acquisition at Capgemini Invent and other organizations.He’s also a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at The Wharton School.The Judge Group is an international leader in business technology consulting, talent solutions, and learning and development. With over 30 locations across the U.S., Canada & India, they are proud to partner with over 60 of the Fortune 100. LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhishekhapur/Company Link: https://www.judge.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What he Learned Circling Mt. Everest.The Hire Rate Percentage a Good Leader Should Expect.The Most Common Hiring Mistake.How to Evaluate for Integrity, Intelligence, and Intent.The Framework that Transformed his Career.What’s at the Heart of his Book and Ted Talk.How to Write a Book.A Tool You can Buy that Boosts Creativity and Productivity.Resources:The 3I Effect Ted Talk The 3I Effect Book - Decoding Intent, Intelligence and Integrity for a Wholesome Life-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise-------This is where teams fail.Brian Finn, COO of Circle of Care, has achieved monumental results in the military, insurance, tech, and now healthcare using a powerful daily execution framework.  Success hinges on more than meticulous planning and strategy; ultimately, it thrives on the relentless execution of daily actions.This is an especially painful recognition when you see how much leaders spend on planning but pay little heed to the “get it done” process that should be prioritized. Brian leads one of the largest pediatric therapy providers in the state of Texas with a proven track record in leading organizational transformation and implementing cutting-edge technologies in the healthcare sector.Previously he was COO at Two Sigma, the financial sciences company that combines advanced technology and data science with rigorous human inquiry to solve the toughest challenges in finance.LinkedIn Profile http://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-finn-33745aaCompany Link: https://www.twosigma.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What Inspired Brian’s Leadership PerspectiveThe Turning Point for his LegacyThe 15-Minute Meeting that Keeps his Team FocusedThe Vital Difference Between Setting a Goal vs IntentionAvoiding the Damage of Task SaturationInstilling the Habit of Daily ExecutionWhat Motocross Teaches You about Leadership-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise-------Do You Innovate like the World's Best?Subramanian K (KS), CTO of Sensormatic Solutions, shares two powerful strategies he uses to inspire and drive innovation on a global scale.His powerhouse team and the broader organization make incredible impact ....🌐 70% of top 100 global retailers; solutions in 185,000 stores.📈 34B items protected in the last decade; 50B source tagged.🏬 Tracking 150,000+ managed devices in 70K+ stores.This is an important interview for every leader because so many teams either......don't innovateor...waste resources on innovations that NEVER pay off!You'll discover an effective creative process that ensures consistently high-value outcomes plus ...✅ When Taking a Demotion can Accelerate Your Career.✅ How to Understand Your Team’s Implicit Needs.✅ The Key Principle that Drives the KS Innovation Machine.----LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/subramaniank1/Company Link: https://www.sensormatic.com/KS has also worked in the retail technology industry for nearly 15 years, helping to transform organizations with groundbreaking solutions and also worked at Zebra Technologies and Motorola.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Secure Your Leadership Legacy.Rocco Mango, COO of Leaf Home – the largest Home Improvement Company in the country.Get inspired by Rocco’s insights gleaned directly from Warren Buffett and his extensive personal journey as a long-lasting leader. In a world where leadership often fades away, discover concrete steps to establish your lasting impact and legacy. Ignoring the importance of your legacy today risks becoming a forgettable 'flash-in-the-pan' leader. This interview exposes the true essence of forging a formidable leadership legacy.—-Leaf Home’s patented LeafFilter gutter protection system, has earned numerous awards and recognition from Good Housekeeping, Qualified Remodeler, Angi, Consumer Reports, This Old House and other consumer review platforms.He previously led a billion dollar global polymer business at Lubrizol (formerly BF Goodrich and now owned by Berkshire Hathaway)Father of 4 awesome kids and 3 dogs.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/rocco-mango-16234a10Company Link: https://www.leafhome.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What Gutters and Leadership have in CommonWhat He Learned from Titans of Industries and Private EquityWhat Warren Buffett Told Him in their Two-Hour MeetingThe Key to Lasting LeadershipThe One Trait He’d Like to Instill in Every EmployeeThe Surprise When His Organization was AcquiredA Colorful Story of When Someone was Fired-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Alone.A perfect sunrise on New Year's Day on a deserted beach.The only reason....We planned....the directions...an hour drive required waking up by 5:30 am....the tide chart...we needed to get there at low tide to get to the best part of the beach....sunrise...you can go anytime but sunrise is incredibly special....coffee...lots of coffee.Yes, you can just wing it and go at any time but with a plan you get the BEST experience and results.It's like business.Yes you can sell, communicate your message, and motivate your team.BUT, doing it with a PROVEN PLAN makes ALL the difference to get bigger and more effective results.That's what we do for companies.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

One TraitJoe Quinn, CHRO and SVP at Vision Technologies, shares the ONE thing to prioritize over ALL else when hiring. He's been leading organizations for over 30 years and narrowed it down to the true identifier of success for you, them, and the entire team.I've started keeping this in mind when building my team, and it's made a BIG difference.You'll hear Joe's incredible personal growth journey where he shares his top executive meditation tip and how working with Tony Robbins transformed his career.Truly inspiring stuff including:What it's like moving into an NBA Legend’s house.The health benefits of an infrared sauna, hot tubs, and cold plunge.What happened when he walked on hot coals with 20,000 people.How to Beat the Market When You Invest.Tips for becoming a Board Member.—-----LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-quinnCompany Link: http://www.visiontechnologies.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What it's like moving into an NBA Legend’s house.Executive daily routine optimization tips.The health benefits of an infrared sauna, hot tubs, and cold plunge.Go-to Non-fictionMeditation Benefits for Leaders.What he Learned from Tony Robbins.What happens when you walk on hot coals with 20,000 people.The “48 Laws of Power”.A powerful way to accelerate someone’s career.How he Beats the Market When he Invests.Tips for becoming a Board Member.Resources:Dr. Joe Dispenza Mindset, Carol Dweck48 Laws of Power, Robert Greene-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Great Leaders Foster Great Culture.Rajesh Subramaniam, CEO and Managing Director of ResultsCX, shares his strategy for building a powerful team culture. Culture often gets overshadowed by results, BUT it's the linchpin for achieving short and long-term goals. Rajesh's strategic culture-building approach has not only revitalized entire organizations but also turbocharged outcomes.ResultsCX, a 30-year stalwart in transformative Customer Experience Management (CXM), serves 75+ global brands, counting Fortune 100 and 500 firms. With a workforce of 23,000, they navigate 150 million calls annually.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeshsubramaniamonline/Company Link: https://resultscx.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:Why He Puts “The Numbers Guy” in his LinkedIn Profile.The Most Difficult Challenge He Faced Going from Start up to Taking a Company Public.How to Get Long Term AND Short Term Results.Why You MUST Encourage Your Team to Challenge You.How Contrarian Thinking Builds Great Teams.How to Know Who You can Trust.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise-------The Alaskan Wilderness is a Powerful Teacher.Ben Marolf, UnCruise Expedition Leader, has led over 100 successful trips in Alaska for approximately 6500 guests. He's also pioneered new destinations across Southeast Alaska.He’s faced everything you can imagine and just wait until you hear his incredible stories and insights. This interview is a unique opportunity to peek behind the curtain with one of the industry's most well-known expedition leaders.What You’ll Discover in this Episode:What happened when his parents joined his expedition.The most challenging part of guiding in Alaska.Becoming the “Sommelier” of the Alaskan WildernessHow You Make a Challenging Moment Fun and EngagingThe Difference between Type 1 and Type Fun.How to Help Others Stay Calm when Facing Danger.What Happened When He was Confronted by a Bear.A Lesson He Learned the Hard Way.The Most Difficult Expedition He’s Ever Led.How to Help Your Team Keep a Positive Mental Attitude.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise-------Have You Ever Made a Power Move?Scott Ensign, CSO at Butler/Till, shares a surprising power move that accelerated his career and success.Power moves sometimes get a bad wrap but contrary to popular belief they can be subtle… not always about outsmarting your adversaries. When done well they can increase your learning, growth, and contribute to the team and organization.  Scott really opened my eyes with his personal story and what it truly means to lead at work.He’s a top executive for Butler/Till, the marketing agency that has a proven track record leading marketing strategy for some of North America's largest brands. LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/sensign/Company Link: https://www.butlertill.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:The Hard-Earned Lesson that Transformed His LeadersHow to Foster a Team that Speaks UpHow Employee-owned Companies Work Differently to WinWhy All Leaders Have a Role in Digital TransformationHis Favorite 90’s Fashion AccessoryHow He Conquered Impostors SyndromeThe One Trait He’d Instill in Every EmployeeThe Meeting that Transformed his Career-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Ever been on an executive cruise? This episode is brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruise----What Drives Success Inside the Largest PC Maker?Emily Ketchen, Lenovo VP and CMO, shares her intriguing personal story of leveraging curiosity to conquer challenges and drive innovation inside the largest PC maker in the world!She leads Lenovo’s largest business group, Intelligent Devices Group, and of its International Sales Organization across 180 markets.Lenovo is a US$62 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #217 in the Fortune Global 500, employing 77,000 people around the world. She’s also served as a senior leader at HP and McCann Erickson.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyketchenCompany Link: https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:The Advice She’d Give Her Younger Self.A Tip to Boost Boldness and Curiosity.An Audaciously Big Idea to Reach Gen Z.The Incredible Story of Robinson Crusoe Island.How Every Leader can Do More Good.Why the Unconventional Drives Marketing Success.How a Failure Led to her Rapid Growth.Two Things that Failure Teaches.How to Find Common Ground When You Need to Build Unity.A Gadget that Contributed to Her Success.Resources:Gadget MentionedLenovo Thinkphone-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Brought to you by UnCruise Adventures Small Ship Cruising that connects guests with nature and wildlife while exploring some of the most remote and scenic destinations on the West Coast of the Americas including Alaska, Baja, and Hawaii. Get the latest deals benleads.com/cruiseLead others so they lead others.Such an empowering message from Johanna Sjöborg, CEO of Naty who shares her effective strategy for empowering her global team because......leadership, responsibility, and decision making shouldn't all come from you. It can feel risky, but it's the way forward to truly develop an engaged workforce!She also shares the inspiring mission from her company, Naty AB, whose mission is to provide environmentally friendly hygiene products to babies and mothers throughout the world.Of course she’s from Sweden, the most sustainable country in the world!LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanna-sj%C3%B6borg-144415/ Company Link: https://www.naty.com/us/en/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:Consensus Building Lesson from Sweden.Her Best and Worst Leadership Moments.A Playbook for Communicating Clearly.Tips for Creating Structure from Chaos.A Compelling Case  for Reverse Mentorship.Why C-Level Leaders Must Create Their Own Personal Development Plan.The Moment that Inspired Her Career.How Travel Shaped her Perspective.Why “Managed Guilt’ can Enable Work-Life Balance.Her Company’s Inspiring Sustainability Mission.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter

Concerned about Inflation?Amritpal Singh, President of Field Ops at Multiplier Technologies, shares his company’s mission to reduce wage inflation for organizations because……wages are eating profits.This issue has been on the radar for the Fortune 1000 companies for years, and now it's damaging the bottom line for mid and small sized organizations. Amitpal shares the tools his company provides to make offshoring more accessible so labor costs don’t limit growth.Multiplier is a 3 year old start-up from Singapore, growing at 100% per year growth with a team of 400 people spread across 50 countries. They enable companies to manage payroll and compliance for international teams. They also facilitate international hiring without companies having to establish local legal entities.Amritpal originally started at KPMG London as an auditor then moved to consulting with Robert Walters and Korn Ferry prior to setting up Multiplier.LinkedIn Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/acasingh/Company Link: https://www.usemultiplier.com/What You’ll Discover in this Episode:A Personal Journey from Auditor to Consultant to Tech Entrepreneur.The Fix for “Wage Inflation”.How You can Solve a Talent Shortage.The Hottest Offshoring Region for the Next Decade.How to Instill Resilience in Your Team.-----Connect with the Host, #1 bestselling author Ben FanningSpeaking and Training inquiresSubscribe to my Youtube channelLinkedInInstagramTwitter