Leadership School

Ever wondered how you can make a difference in your everyday life? Today, we've got Brian Unell, CEO of VantageHealthai and author of Everyday Leadership, You Will Make a Difference, on the show to help you do just that. With a fascinating journey that started with a statistics degree and led him through consulting and healthcare, Brian shares invaluable insights on leadership and company culture that will leave you inspired. One key takeaway from our conversation is the powerful role of com...

Ever wonder what it takes to navigate the complexities of a boardroom? Sharon Critchlow, an accomplished executive director, accountant, and speaker, joins us to share her journey from a small English town to making her mark in the world of finance and leadership. An expert in the intricate dynamics of board service, Sharon lends her insight on understanding agendas, presenting papers, and the critical role of being a friend within the board. Her journey doesn't stop there. Sharon shares ho...

Can you imagine turning a struggling local music festival into a half-billion-dollar enterprise? That's the compelling story of our guest today, Daniel Sims, a consultant, author, and a true leader in developing funding systems. Raised in Helena, Arkansas, Daniel’s journey from his modest roots in the nonprofit world to his current work in philanthropy and organizational change is nothing short of inspirational. He gives us an in-depth view of his innovative Allen Sims Transformational Model,...

Ever wondered if it is possible to transform a disheartened team into a high-performing, harmonious unit? Join us as we navigate a remarkable journey with Wayne Beringer, the mastermind behind an astounding change at Boeing, where he raised employee satisfaction from a mere 52% to an impressive 90% in just five years. Wayne, with his diverse background in fields like marketing and PR, offers a holistic view on leadership that goes beyond mere job roles. Wayne's story draws a parallel between...

Ever wondered what's it like to make a major career transition? Join me, as I sit down with the inspiring Carol Fabrizio, a former lawyer turned executive coach and leadership consultant. Carol's journey is filled with insightful tips about navigating transitions, embracing the discomfort of change, and the importance of listening to our intuition. Her experiences shed light on the critical aspects of reshaping one's identity during these significant shifts in life and career. Carol emphasiz...

Are you ready to harness the transformative power of courage in your leadership journey? Join me as I dive deep into this pivotal topic with leadership guru, Cindy Solomon, who has spent decades researching and teaching the concept of courage. Together, we unravel the essence of courage, debunking the myth that it's the absence of fear and instead embracing it as a skill that can be learned, honed, and applied in any leadership scenario. Our enlightening conversation meanders through the mul...

Imagine rising through the ranks to become one of the youngest COOs at 24, negotiating a side hustle into a full-time gig, and all the while, maintaining a strong sense of authenticity. That's the journey of our guest, Victoria Pelletier. With over 20 years of leadership under her belt, Victoria is a master of navigating professional success and personal priorities, all while staying grounded and true to herself. What does it look like to lead with empathy and compassion, to redefine s...

What if you found your life's purpose from a young girl who had never heard of pajamas? That's the compelling journey of Genevieve Piturro, the founder of The Pajama Program. Discover how a simple garment ignited a global nonprofit distributing over 7 million pairs of pajamas to children worldwide, and even inspired the establishment of two reading centers! Prepare to be moved by Genevieve's story of finding joy amid the challenges and how her purpose-driven leadership has created a harmoniou...

Have you ever had to learn leadership skills the hard way? Join us for an enlightening conversation with our guest, Deb Coviello, as she shares her journey from STEM professional to vice president of Quality for a major company. We discuss practical advice on how to give good feedback that can have a huge impact and other strategies to help leaders transform their leadership. Through her experiences, Deb founded her company, Illumination Partners, and created The Drop-In CEO brand, where she...

Imagine going from living in the worst apartment in your city to becoming a millionaire by the age of 30. Our guest, Jean-Luc Boissonneault , did just that. Join us as we explore his incredible journey of self-development, from his experiences in sports and bodybuilding to his transition into entrepreneurship. Discover how having a clear vision, staying focused, and working hard to avoid distractions led him to financial success and beyond. He founded 12 different businesses, including ...

Are you ready to unlock the secrets of developing young leaders in athletics? Join me as I sit down with Monique AJ Smith, a leadership strategist who has built her career on identifying and coaching the next generation of leaders in sports. From her beginnings as a natural-born leader, Monique shares her journey of becoming an athletic director at just 28 years old and how her unique approach to leadership development has helped countless individuals advance their careers in athletics. In o...

Have you ever wondered how to create a culture of transformation within your company? Today, we had an amazing conversation with Heather Haas, president of ADVISA, who shared her experience transitioning from a sixth-grade teacher to leading a leader and culture development firm. She enlightened us with her insights about the difference between training and transformation, the importance of intentional choices, and how understanding the learning process can shape the culture you want in your ...

Have you ever felt like you were not good enough to do your job? Have you felt like you just weren't worthy? If so, you are not alone. It is a common experience called Imposter Syndrome. The good news is that it can be overcome! Our guest, Stacy Brookman, joins us to discuss her Remarkable Resilience Routineemotional boundariesflipping the scriptand so many more amazing concepts!Women leaders who want to eliminate imposter syndrome leverage Stacy Brookman and her confident leadership co...

Is flipping a coin a logical way to make a decision? Well, when Rob Patterson was the CEO of a major hotel brand during Covid, he did just that - and his decision helped thousands of people in crisis. He wrote about his experience in "Flip and Decide with Confidence", and tells the entire story in this episode of Leadership School. About Rob: Rob is the former CEO of a major hotel brand turned motivational speaker and executive coach. After more than 25 years in the hotel industr...

Communication - we know we need it. Have you ever struggled to get your team to be a cohesive unit working toward the same goal? It's because of communication. Ulrike Seminati has a way of getting people to buy into your vision. You'll be inspired by her story while you find creative ways to... Find the motivation of your audienceEmpower yourselfCreate a non-toxic workplaceAs a well-established coach and consultant, and former C-level executive Ulrike Seminati is the go-to expert for authenti...

Have you ever wondered how to manage seasons of chaos in your organization? In this episode I visit with Tajan Renderos to discuss how she facilitates change within organizations that ask for her help. During this episode we will discuss: 360 ReviewsMCDC ProcessSurviving VUCATajan B. Renderos, MPH, ACC, Tajan is a credentialed Leadership Development Coach, Trainer, and Founder of Tajan Renderos Coaching, LLC. She helps companies integrate a coaching approach to management for their lea...

There's a phrase that says "It's lonely at the top." Today, we are talking with Nick Jonsson as he shares just how lonely he got and how he recovered from the burnout the loneliness created. We will talk about how he ended up at his bottomhow he recoveredand how he is maintaining his recovery*Trigger warning* In this episode we briefly discuss substance abuse and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicide please reach out for help. You are not alone and there i...

Have you ever just wanted to press reset and change everything? Have you ever noticed something that needed changed but weren't sure how to facilitate that? In today's episode with guest Dr. Karuna Ramanathan, we discuss just that. We also talk about how to coordinate large group conversationshow to encourage people to make changes251 storytellingand so much more!Karuna Ramanathan is a transformational leadership expert with nearly three decades of experience in supporting senior leader...

Did you know that burnout is an actual medical diagnosis? In this episode, we are going to discuss how to prevent and recover from burnout using the Cha-Cha. We are going to dive into how to: ConnectHealand Actto help keep yourself operating at your best. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect fu...

After the recent school shooting in Nashville, where I live, I reached out to Manya Chylinski for support. I thought it would be appropriate to replay this episode with her, in light of the traumatic event. Please consider checking out her new podcast, Notes on Resilience. --Original Notes-- How do you support someone after trauma? What does is look like to lead through trauma? I loved talking with Manya Chylinski to answer these questions. In this episode you'll hear: Manya's s...

Do you want to make sure you are asking the right questions to build your best team? Mitch Gray returns to share how you can hire the right people for your vision. We discuss: What do do before you interviewWhat not to ask an intervieweeRecruiting the best possible candidates Mitch Gray has combined over two decades of experience as a former pastor, life coach, entrepreneur, community developer, and creator to develop a brand of leadership that is at its deepest level- human. Having wor...

Have you ever had a cross-cultural business experience? Was it easy to navigate? In this episode, I have the privilege of interviewing Liu Liu, a global communications coach, on this exact issue. We touch on topics such as how to quickly build trusthow to understand our own biascross-cultural money managementand so much more!Liu Liu is a coach and manager with decades of experience. As a Cross Cultural Intelligence Coach who specializes in helping international organizations and businesses to...

On this final episode of our college tour, I wrap up my conversation with Gilbert Collins from Princeton University. In this episode we talk about what global health programs isPublic Policy and International Affairs Programand how Jeopardy and leadership go together.To learn more about PPIA Program, go check out their website at ppiaprogram.org. Gilbert Collins began working at the Princeton University Center for Health and Wellbeing in 2016 and he oversees several of the University’s globa...

In this episode of our college tour I get to speak with Gilbert Collins from Princeton University. As the Director of Global Health at Princeton, Gilbert teaches us the leadership lessons he's learned that led him to this position. Stay tuned for part 2 next week! Lessons from being a Peace Corp DirectorHow to lead people remotelyHow to navigate cross-cultural communicationWays to approach decision makingGilbert Collins began working at the Princeton University Center for Health and Wel...

What does it mean to be a truly diverse organization? In this episode of our college tour, I get to chat with Dr. Corbette Doyle from Vanderbilt University on this very topic. We talk about What it means to be a diverse organizationRecommendations for small businessesWhat's happening at Vanderbilt with LeadershipDr. Corbette Doyle is a Senior Lecturer of Leadership and Organizational Performance at Peabody College, Vanderbilt University. Her particular areas of expertise are Diversity, Equity...

Leadership and ambition should be celebrated and supported. We're here for it, and want to make sure you know all of the ways we can be on your leadership team. In addition to the podcast, Kyla is a coach and a keynote speaker. She'd love to work with you as your coach, or bringing inspiration and motivation to your event. Announcing: Podcaster School If you enjoy podcasts and have an idea to start your own, I'd love to hear about it! Support the show Thanks for listening! If y...

On this episode of our college tour, I have the privilege of talking with Dr. Nisha Manikoth and Dr. Katie Robiadek about the Doctoral and Undergraduate Leadership programs at Hood College. Dr. Nisha Manikoth is Director of the Doctoral Program in Organizational Leadership at Hood College, an independent liberal arts college in the Washington, DC-Baltimore area. The Doctoral Program in Organizational Leadership, designed with a vision of preparing leaders, transforming communities, is a coh...

In this episode of our college tour we're talking with Dr Prairie Burgess from Concordia University. what's the difference between "big L" and "little l"What's happening at ConcordiaIns and Outs of Leadership TheoryDr Prairie Burgess has been in the higher education field for over 20 years, working as a Student Affairs professional, an adjunct instructor of Communication, and now as a full-time Professor of Leadership. She says "I love this opportunity to help empower college students ...

Every once in a while we come across a situation that seems way too big to face. Sometimes our intuition will guide us, other times we need to check our motives. In this episode I'm going to share some of what I have seen when it comes to the importance of intuition. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or t...

What is DEI? What is Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion all about? This week, we continue our conversation with Dar Mayweather and we begin that conversation about what DEI is. In this episode we will talk about how do we assess ourselvesthe importance of awkward conversationsthe differences between diversity, equality, and inclusionand so much more!Dar Mayweather is a faculty member at University of North Carolina Wilmington. As a first generation college student his perspective helps ...

Welcome to our college series kickoff! Have you ever wondered what is being taught about leadership at the collegiate level? That's something that this series is going to explore. Our first guest is Dar Mayweather. In our kickoff to this series we will be discussing: what leadership studies aredifferent traits in leadership styleswho takes leadership classesand much more!Dar Mayweather is a faculty member at University of North Carolina Wilmington. As a first generation college student his pe...

As the year is picking back up, resolutions are being made, work plans being made, and calendars being filled, it is easy to forget how to take care of ourselves. So here is a throwback episode to remind you of the value of self care. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect further, reach ou...

Have you ever stopped to think about the power of meaning in your leadership? In this episode we do exactly that be exploring the importance of meaning, or logotherapy, and how it applies to leadership. Specifically we will be discussing: the importance of logotherapy and what it ishow to support those we lead while they find meaninghow to lead using logotherapy skillsand so much more!Dr. Dan has been a psychotherapist and organizational health consultant for over 25 years. His perspect...

Today's episode is unlike any other I have done! Back in November I had the privilege of presenting at the National Conference on Student Leadership in Orlando, FL. While I was there, I interviewed some students who courageously opened up and shared with me some of their dreams, struggles, and inspirations in leadership. Thank you to the following students, in no particular order: Adrianna Teel - Rose State College Alyssa Davis - Berea College Giavonna Corley - College of Souther...

Have you ever worked with a leader who wasn't confident? It's hard to trust them, tough to follow their lead. Confident leaders, on the other hand, build trust and create momentum. If you've wanted to feel more confident in your leadership roles, this episode makes it really clear how to do just that. We're talking with Minna Taylor, and she tells us how confidence is actually a behavior and an action - a skill that you can learn. It's not a personality trait. We'll cover: How confiden...

Sometimes it is easy to communicate our boundaries. Other times it is not. In this episode, I share my insights on how to effectively communicate boundaries. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect further, reach out to Kyla on LinkedIn and Instagram. All transcripts are created with Descript, an...

Milestones deserve to be celebrated. I'm so grateful I get to celebrate 50 episodes with you! I am honored to have the return of previous guests, Dilip Ramachandran and Laura Lewis-Barr. This episode is a conversation between friends. It's raw, it's vulnerable, it's real. We talk about The Secret About GrowthThe Power of VulnerabilityThe Importance of Believing in yourselfAnd so much more!Dilip Ramachandran first appeared as a guest in Episode 17: How to Turn Things Around....

We all experience moments of worry on occasion. What can you do when those moments become hours or days and start to rob you of the present? In this episode, I'm going to share how I have hacked my own levels of worry and transform them into being present in the moment while being able to prepare for the future. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/free...

Every once in a while you come across a trailblazer, a pot stirrer, a person who challenges the current methodology. My guest, Carol Sanford, is one of those people. My conversation today challenged my thinking and helped me to see things differently. In this episode, some topics we talk about are Different Levels of AuthorityThe Importance of IntermezzoThe Difference Between Being a Leader and Being a Resource.Carol Sanford is a #1 Amazon best-selling, multiple award-winnin...

How can you be flexible in a busy world? We all have moments where things pop up and change what we thought was going to happen. How does one manage that and be flexible? In today's episode, we are going to talk about that exact thing as I share an experience that taught me the importance of flexibility. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book ...

How do you communicate effectively in a global society with different accents? In this episode, my guest Heather Hansen and I discuss this very topic. We will address the impact of media on language biaswhat to do when you don't understand what is said, andhow to make the best conversation happen Heather Hansen helps multinational companies enhance collaboration, innovation and inclusion across their global teams through greater understanding and stronger, more efficient communication p...

Is it really important to show compassion towards yourself? There is a lot of talk about having compassion for others. In this episode, we take a few moments to explore the need of compassion towards ourselves. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect further, reach out to Kyla on LinkedIn an...

What does it look like to lead through a crisis? On this episode of Leadership School, my guest Beth Rashleigh is going to take us through this topic. We are going to discuss The role of values in a crisisDifferent ways to lead through a crisisAnd the principles of prepared leadershipBeth Rashleigh is the author of Crisis Proof Leadership. With almost two decades of experience helping leaders be their best, Beth shares her practical knowledge and personal experience to inspire others. ...

On this episode, we are going to get personal about the importance of doing your self work. We are all constantly evolving. It's important to make sure that our journey includes developing a sense of self worth and confidence in yourself and what you do. Stick around for this episode to find out more on why it's important to do your self work. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free...

We make numerous decisions every single day. Some choices are simple, others are high stake decisions. Today, Nicole Coustier and I discuss how to make these decisions using the DART Method. In this episode we are going to learn: What is a high stakes decision?What contributes to a decision feeling high stakes?How to make a decision using the DART MethodNicole Coustier is the creator of The D.A.R.T. Method® for deliberate planning and Founder of Aurelian Coaching. She is a veteran Sili...

Sometimes projects are daunting. What is the most important key to completing these tasks? People. In today's episode, I'm going to share with you some keys to finding the right people while also giving you some guidelines on doing your part in maintaining those healthy relationships. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak...

Conflict Happens. Big Emotions Happen. In this episode, Doug Noll shares with us how to quickly deescalate a conflict by "listening people into existence." In this episode, you will learn what kind of statements to usewhat statements to avoidthe power of discernmentDouglas E. Noll, JD, MA left a successful career as a trial lawyer to become a peacemaker. His calling is to serve humanity, and he executes his calling at many levels. He is an award-winning author, teacher, trainer, and a highly ...

Deciding to change something or develop a new habit is difficult. Today, I'm going to tell you how you can get started on that. I'm going to share with you the key to changing your actions. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect further, reach out to Kyla on LinkedIn and Instagram. All tra...

What is trust? How do you build it? Why is it important to leadership? On this episode, I get the privilege of talking with Marie-Claire Ross on the topic of trust. In this episode you will learn: What trust isHow to build trustWhy trust is importantHow to apply it to your leadership for the best results Marie-Claire Ross, BA (Hons), is a speaker, facilitator and mentor. She helps organizations that have previously had toxic leadership and are now transforming into a healthy, trustin...

Failure is inevitable. In this episode, I showcase how you can grow from failure. We all fail at least once at something. Failure is not fun and can be a painful experience. Today, I show you how to turn your failure into a beneficial experience. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect furt...

I'm excited to have Jesan Sorrells back as my guest today! Jesan is back to discuss the how, the why, and the what of conflict resolution. Jesan is a leadership trainer and advisor for 20+ years. In addition to that, he has a strong background in conflict resolution. In todays episode, we discuss: What the term conflict resolution meansThe different roles you take on in a conflict How to find your conflict management styleHow that can help you lead towards resolutionWays to learn more a...

Welcome to conflict! In this intro, I'll share a personal story of a parking lot exchange and use it as an example of resolving conflict. You'll begin to shift your perspective and understanding of what causes conflict and your role in finding a peaceful resolution. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here,...

How do you support someone after trauma? What does is look like to lead through trauma? I loved talking with Manya Chylinski to answer these questions. In this episode you'll hear: Manya's story of surviving the Boston Marathon BombingThe #1 way you can support survivorsHow to create safe spaces following a traumatic events Communications specialist and survivor Manya Chylinski helps people whose lives have been touched by trauma understand how resiliency and compassion are part of the...

In this solo episode, I share my story of persistence and why it matters. When you know you're called to lead, follow that sound and don't give up! Plus, some announcements and updates. Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect further, reach out to Kyla on LinkedIn and Instagram. All transcripts a...

Grateful to introduce Jesan Sorrells as my guest today! Jesan is a leadership trainer and advisor of 20+ years. He has written and published several books, all while building his company, HSCT Publishing. In today's episode, we discuss: His most recent book, 12 Lessons for Leaders: A Foundation for Intentional LeadershipThe difference between manipulation and persuasionThe 3 "C"s of Leadership: Clarity, Candor, CourageThe 4th "C": Conflict ResolutionExamples of how to make a shift in y...

Mitch Gray has combined over two decades of experience as a former pastor, life coach, entrepreneur, community developer, and creator to develop a brand of leadership that is at its deepest level- human. Taking his heart for inspiring others and his passion for empowering leaders, Mitch teaches business leaders how to recruit great people, develop top talent and design empowering culture. Mitch is the creator and host of The Mitch Gray Show podcast, How to Hire and Keep Great Peop...

Kris Kelso is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and is the author of “Overcoming The Impostor: Silence Your Inner Critic and Lead with Confidence“. In this episode: We get honest and real about feeling "not good enough"We explain Imposter Syndrome We talk candidly about how to believe in yourselfAnd we address what it means to truly be successful Trained and certified as an executive coach, Kris Kelso has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, business owners, and their leadership teams....

Our guest today is David Dawdy. He teaches us what the phrase, "trauma informed" means, and how we can apply that to our leadership skills. Through the lens of his expertise in the criminal justice system, David tells us: What to do when someone you know opens up about their traumaWhat our role is as leaders of people who've experienced traumaHow to lead an employee who's been through the criminal justice systemDavid Dawdy has a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology, and has worked in ...

Leadership is about bringing people into a compelling story. And to do that well, we have to know how to tell a compelling story! That's where Laura Lewis-Barr comes in. In this episode, Laura teaches us What exactly makes a compelling storyHow to craft a good storyHow to deliver a good storyWhy story mattersLaura Lewis-Barr has been exploring authenticity and storytelling on theatre stages and corporate boardrooms for 20 years. She offers popular public speaking seminars and specializes in h...

We're talking with Accessibility Expert Cam Beaudoin. He pulls together his experiences in sales, software development, and tech consulting to provide teams with fresh perspectives on. Digital accessibility. And he's going to dive deep into that with us today, including and what it looks like to use tech and make sure your tech is accessible. Key Takeaways: What IS Accessibility?How to make your tech more accessiblePractical ways to make your company accessibleCam Beaudoin is the owner of Ac...

Derrick McManus is a speaker, facilitator and author who teaches high performers the power of Human Durability. He was a police officer with the South Australian Police for 42 years. He spent 10 of those years with Special Tasks and Rescue Group (STAR). He has been a Sniper, Tactical- Diver, and Counter Terrorist Operative and did Close Quarter protection for the Queen when she was in South Australia. At the end of his police career, he taught leadership at the Police Academy. Derrick knows f...

One of our purposes here at the Leadership School is to provide different theories and methods of leadership. There are hundreds of methods of leadership, and you have to find one that works the best for YOU! That's why I'm so excited to share this conversation with Ted Rau. I was intrigued that Ted lives in an intentional community where they practice a leadership method he calls Sociocracy. I wanted to know all about it - and now you can, too! You'll learn: - The Sociocracy leadership metho...

Dr. Cathy Owens-Oliver is an accomplished speaker, author, instructional coach, education policy analyst, and National Board Certified Teacher. For more than 25 years, in 46 of 50 states as well as Canada, she has provided consulting services for instructional coaches, college faculty, state boards, and state departments of education. ​She is the President and CEO of Educational Effectiveness Group, a coaching, and consulting practice that helps K-12 schools and colleges of education ...

McKenna Sweazey is a remote and hybrid management work expert, focusing on Digital Empathy. With a career spent working in global organizations, from corporates to start-ups, managing remote teams around the world, she’s refined her communication skills to be as effective in person as from 6,000 miles away. She’s also currently the VP of Marketing at a data start-up in Silicon Valley. Find her on LinkedIn or at mckennasweazey.com--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to ma...

Dr. Steve Yacovelli (a.k.a. “The Gay Leadership DudeTM”) is Owner & Principal of TopDog Learning Group, LLC, a leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, Florida, USA but with affiliates (“TopDoggers”) throughout the globe. Steve and TopDog provide guidance and solutions in leadership and organizational development, change management, diversity and inclusion consulting, instructional design, and custom e-learning creation. Whether it be th...

Zach Hoffman is an Italian/American dual citizen, effective leadership developer, award winning author, and former professional American football player. Originally from a small, rural town in Western Pennsylvania (USA), he spent his twenties living in 6 different countries while playing and coaching American football. During his time abroad, he developed the SWALeadership concept based on his many thrilling and eye-opening experiences within various leadership roles across cultures. Linked...

Champion gymmast Gaby Geiculescu talks leadership in sports, using her experience as an elite Romanian gymnast, business owner and coach. In 1979, Gaby earned her Master in Gymnastics (Maestru al Sportului in Gimnastica) in Romania at the age of 13. She ranked 63rd best gymnast in the world and the 10th best gymnast in Romania. When Gaby was 7 years old, she was selected from a school playground. She trained with Rodica Apateanu at C.S.S. Triumf in Bucharest. In 1978 she was then select...

Paula S. White has an unwavering passion for music that she applies in order to bring new perspectives and open new possibilities for leaders. Her one-of-a-kind, forward-thinking approach starts with a foundation of heart and mind. A globally recognized sales leader, Paula has leveraged her talents to scale Inside Sales Teams into multi-million stand-alone sales channels. She has helped organizations achieve 8% - 10% yearly compounded growth, demonstrating success in a wide variety of industr...

Dr. Michael Gerharz coaches leaders to get the impact and influence they deserve. He is the author of the blog “The Art of Communicating” and publishes the “Leaders Light the Path” podcast. His book “The Aha Effect” (available in German) teaches us why we shouldn’t stop at wowing our audience but need to take them to a profound aha effect. His clients include Fortune 500 companies such as Johnson & Johnsons, Siemens et al. as well as hidden champions, start-ups, and entrepreneurs. Dr.&nbs...

Dilip Ramachandran is an experienced product leader and entrepreneur with 15+ years of experience leading teams, shipping delightful and highly successful enterprise software products in MarTech and FinTech at companies like Walmart, Experian and Marqeta.Currently, Dilip is Chief Product Therapist at Nimi, a transformative product development agency focused on matching high growth FinTech startups in the US with highly reliable and skilled experts in Sri Lanka.Dilip's current book is called "...

Terry Boyle McDougall is an Executive & Career Coach and CEO of Terry B. McDougall Coaching. She helps high-achieving professionals remove obstacles that keep them stuck so they can enjoy more success and satisfaction in their lives and careers. Before becoming a coach, Terry was a long-time corporate marketing executive where she led teams, developed strategies and advised senior leaders to drive business results. She is the author of Winning the Game of Work: Career Happiness and Succes...

This episode is in loving memory of Margery Bernbaum. Amber Palmer-Halma tells us the lessons she's learned through decades of leadership experience, and why knowing yourself makes you a better leader. Amber spent 18 years in Washington, D.C. before moving to Nashville in May 2020. Currently, she is director of communications for a public school charter network, an adjunct professor with Belmont University’s PR department and a mom to two young boys. Over more than 20 years, Amber has s...

Chris Lin is an employee advocate who loves to talk about putting people first. So much, that he has an entire podcast dedicated to it! Lin is the host of the Leading People First Podcast. His passion for seeing people in their humanity and making people feel safe has led him to be a leader in educating teams, companies and business owners on the values of putting people first. Chris Lin's passion for people has put him at the forefront of conversations on diversity, equity and inclusio...

Amy Lafko, founder of Cairn Consulting Solutions, is a leadership and organizational design expert, mainstage speaker, author, and advisor. Formerly a leader in healthcare operations, she brings real-world lessons and inspirational ideas to a variety of industries to help organizations grow their people so they can grow their business. Visit www.cairncs.com for more information. Visit www.thepeoplefirstbook.com to sign up for the newsletter and pre-order the book which is available on August ...

"Risk taking reminds us that we are alive. Don’t be afraid of the fact that failure is always “on the table” when you take risks. We are truly alive when we live a bit outside of our comfort zone. And, don’t be afraid to take responsibility for failures." - Dr. Rich Gathro. I am delighted to introduce to you my former boss and now friend, Richard L. Gathro, Ed.D. Dr. Gathro has over 40 years of leadership experience that’s impossible to summarize in just a short paragraph. Dr. Gathro’s ...

Tune in to hear about my big communication failure while sailing with my family, and what I learned through it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/support Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks ...

After meeting Elaine through the Nashville Entrepreneur Center, I just KNEW I had to interview her. Elaine Williams is founder of HealedPeople.com and owner of Construction Depot Solutions in Nashville. She is a natural networker, connector and researcher with remarkable insight. Elaine is a delight, and full of leadership tips and wisdom, accompanied by the perfect stories for every situation. You won't want to miss this episode.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messa...

Are we so focused on achieving goals that we miss opportunities right in front of us?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/support Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Boo...

Have you heard of a Life Wheel? I'll explain what it is & how to use it. You'll also gain access to free tools for monitoring your current life satisfaction, and how to make adjustments if you want to. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/supportSupport the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at Kyla...

How do the most successful people become successful? They ask for help. Here's why and how to surround yourself with the right people.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/support Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to co...

Active Listening changes the game in your leadership. Here's not only why, but how to listen in a way that makes things happen.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/support Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free w...

If fear has stopped you from being the leader you want to be - you have to listen to this episode. You'll understand how to move through any fears that are stopping you from success, and how to use fear to your advantage.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/support Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free ...

If you want success, be prepared to fail first. It's helpful to have a few unique tools in your toolbox for when failure happens. This episode showcases several tools for moving through failures, including a 5-step method for how to create an apology that builds trust.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/support Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. ...

Are you a leader with integrity? How do you do that? What does a person of integrity act like? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/support Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, check out the free workbooks at KylaCofer.com/freestuff. Book Kyla to speak at your event here, or to connect further, reach out to Kyla on Lin...

Instead of tossing the word 'purpose' around like a football, let's lean into it and allow it to be a tool for leading with integrity. This episode gets you clear on what purpose means to you and your leadership. Find the Personal Mission Statement e-book here. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/support Suppor...

Introduction to the Leadership School Podcast. What is leadership? Fundamentals of leadership, and what you can expect from this Podcast.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kyla-cofer/support Support the show Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please support us on Patreon. For more leadership tools, chec...