The Global Leadership Podcast
Global Leadership Network
Designed for curious, leadership enthusiasts like you—The Global Leadership Podcast brings you insightful conversations with dynamic guests (many who have been featured on our Global Leadership Summit stage in August) who share reflections from their journey as a leader, including their values, mistakes, and advice. Leading the conversations with our guests are our podcast hosts, Lori Hermann and Jason Jaggard. Lori is the Vice President of Summit Experiences & Production at Global Leadership Network and Jason is the Founder & CEO of Novus Global. With thoughtful questions that dive deeper into the story behind the leader, The Global Leadership Podcast provides an a...
Ep 164: Marcus Buckingham on How Love Drives Business Success
“Love” and “work” are not words that are usually thought of in the same context. For today’s guest, however, “love” has a measurable and positive impact on the metrics of work. Marcus Buckingham is known for starting the “Strengths Revolution.” He is also a global researcher and New York Times bestselling author, and he recently joined the GLN’s David Ashcraft for a conversation about the role that love plays—or should play—in our work. Whether you are a leader who wants to know how to bring th
Feb 26, • 59:44
Ep 163: Paula Faris on Leading with Passion and Intuition
Paula Faris joins the podcast today to talk about the different ways leaders can “lead with heart.” Paula is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, podcast host and the founder of CARRY Media, and she sat down for this conversation with Global Leadership Network President and CEO David Ashcraft. Together they explore the roles that intuition and passion have had in Paula’s life, how leaders can protect themselves while practicing openness and authenticity and how leading with heart inf
Feb 18, • 45:26
Ep 162: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on Leading with Heart
This month’s theme at the Global Leadership Network is “leading with heart,” and in this episode of the Global Leadership Podcast, Whitney Putnam sits down with GLN president and CEO David Ashcraft. Together, they explore what it means to lead with heart and examine practical ways that leaders can begin to lead with openness and authenticity. David and Whitney also discuss how to avoid some potential pitfalls that can occur as leaders begin to open up to those around them.
Feb 11, • 18:05
Ep 161: Molly Fletcher on Choosing Fulfilment Over Achievement
As leaders, we understand that purpose and calling play critical roles in achieving our goals. This week’s guest highlights the potential pitfall of focusing solely on achievement. In this episode, former top sports agent Molly Fletcher shares how long-term joy and happiness come not from achievement but from daily improvement and fulfillment. At the 2024 Global Leadership Summit, she discussed key concepts from her book, Dynamic Drive: The Purpose-Fueled Formula for Sustainable Success, in a li
Jan 28, • 35:04
Ep 160: Megan Fate Marshman on Balancing Public Leadership with Private Disciplines
One aspect of purpose and calling is being willing to live it out with freedom and joy. But what do you do if your purpose is highly visible and involves frequent accolades and applause? In this episode, author and speaker Megan Fate Marshman sits down with Jason Jaggard to share about how private disciplines help balance her public call. Together they explore the importance of slowing down, the importance of grounding your identity in Christ and how emotions like anger and anxiety can be signpo
Jan 14, • 36:15
Ep 159: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on Being a Purposeful Leader
“Vision leaks” is a well-known leadership axiom, and to kick off January’s theme of being a “purposeful leader,” Whitney Putnam sits down with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft. In this conversation, they explore the role purpose and mission has in David’s life and leadership. We’ll also hear about some common pitfalls that leaders can face regarding purpose, and how he has learned to guard against them.
Jan 7, • 20:18
Ep 157: Conflict—GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft
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Dec 12, 2024 • 18:07
Ep 158: Michael Jr. on How Internal Curiosity Transforms Conflict
It’s difficult to keep our cool when disagreements and tension crop up in our relationships. Yet, this is the moment when we most need to be calm and curious. Is there a way that we can start to move beyond reacting impulsively and start to become curious about what is truly going on behind the conflict we are experiencing? Comedic thought leader, author and actor Michael Jr. sat down with Craig Groeschel at the 2024 Global Leadership Summit and shared what we often get wrong about conflict.
Dec 10, 2024 • 34:37
Ep:156 - Ryan Leak on How Failure Has Been His Best Teacher
How do you react when you fail? Have you ever wished that you could learn more quickly from your failures and move on? In this episode, GLS Executive Producer Lori Hermann sits down with CEO, executive coach and best-selling
Nov 26, 2024 • 40:21
Ep 155: Harvard Business School Professor Amy C. Edmondson on the Science of Failing Well
Are you a leader who wants to help your team learn to risk more and fail well? In this episode, Harvard Business School professor Amy C. Edmondson sits down with our Jason Jaggard to unpack her research behind her latest book, The Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well
Nov 12, 2024 • 39:29
Ep 154: Failing Well—GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft
For leaders, there’s no avoiding failure; it just comes with the territory. However, how leaders respond when things don’t go as planned—how they lead through failure—is absolutely critical. This month, we are going to focus on ways that leaders can lead through failure and turn potential disappointment into powerful lessons for growth and renewal. In this episode, GLN President and CEO, David Ashcraft, shares stories of times when things did not go as planned, and how he has learned to “fail we
Nov 5, 2024 • 18:56
Ep 153: Creating and Sustaining a Culture of Hospitality with Horst Schulze
Hospitality is one of the most powerful differentiators that an organization possesses, but it can be challenging to create and sustain it across an entire culture. In this episode, cofounder and former president of Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Horst Schulze, shares hospitality insights from a legendary career with GLN President and CEO, David Ashcraft. If you’re a leader who is interested in creating a culture of excellence and customer-focused hospitality, we invite you listen in to this rich c
Oct 22, 2024 • 40:27
Ep 152: Talking Unreasonable Hospitality, Culture, and Leadership with Will Guidara
It’s not often that you get to listen to someone who has literally been rated the best in the world in their craft, but that is exactly what this episode is about. Under Will Guidara’s Leadership, Eleven Madison Park (EMP) received 3 Michelin Stars, and was rated the #1 restaurant in the world. In this conversation with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft, recorded live at the Global Leadership Summit, Will shares about the power of hospitality for all businesses and organizations. He also sha
Oct 8, 2024 • 40:51
Ep 151: How Leadership and Hospitality are Interconnected—GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft
What should leaders know about hospitality? What does it mean to be welcoming? Whitney Putnam (GLN VP of Marketing and Global Leadership Podcast Host) and David Ashcraft (GLN President and CEO) kick off this month’s focus with a focus on the importance of hospitality. In the conversation, David reflects on the impact hospitality can have on guests and/or customers, and how showing unreasonable hospitality to others can positively impact a team.
Sep 30, 2024 • 20:11
Ep 150: The Superpower We All Have (But Don’t Always Use)—Storytelling Expert Kindra Hall
What’s your story? More specifically, is the story that you tell yourself releasing you to live your best life, or is it holding you back? In this episode, Global Leadership Summit Executive Producer Lori Hermann sits down with storytelling expert and author Kindra Hall to explore why story has such extraordinary power and to share some steps we all can take to make sure our inner stories are not undermining our deepest dreams.
Sep 24, 2024 • 37:03
Ep 149: Insights from a Master Communicator—Erwin McManus
Have you ever wished you could learn from someone at the absolute top of their craft? In this episode of the Global Leadership Podcast, you get to listen in as GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft speaks with author, entrepreneur, and master communicator Erwin McManus about his concept of seven frequencies of communication. If you are curious about how communicating—both speaking and listening—can be used to remove barriers from your life and unlock hidden potential in others, we invite you to j
Sep 17, 2024 • 43:49
Ep 148: David Ashcraft on Effective Communication for Leaders
Effective communication is a critical, but sometimes overlooked, aspect of leadership. Used correctly, effective and clear communication ensures that our messages get heard, our vision gets communicated, and our people feel seen and heard. Recently, podcast host and GLN VP of Marketing Whitney Putnam sat down with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft to introduce this month’s theme of effective communication, and to hear about his own best practices around communication from over 30 years of str
Sep 16, 2024 • 18:51
Ep 147: 2024 Global Leadership Summit Takeaways—Craig Groeschel and Jo Saxton
In this second episode about the 2024 Global Leadership Summit, GLN VP of Marketing and podcast host Whitney Putnam talks with Craig Groeschel and Jo Saxton about how they were personally impacted by this year’s Summit. We invite you to listen in as Craig and Jo share their highlights and challenges that they heard and also some of the ideas and actions that they are implementing immediately on their teams.
Sep 3, 2024 • 28:11
Ep 146: David Ashcraft on His 2024 Global Leadership Summit Takeaways
As the 2024 Global Leadership Summit wrapped up, we sat down with David Ashcraft, President and CEO of the Global Leadership Network. In this conversation with Whitney Putnam (GLN VP of Marketing), David shares some of his highlights and takeaways from this year’s Summit, and looks forward to GLS2025.
Aug 22, 2024 • 17:16
Ep 145: SPECIAL—Season 8 Preview with David Ashcraft and Whitney Putnam
Our world has never been more in need of healthy, growing leaders. In a world of tension and anxiety, we need men and women who have the courage to respond to the call to lead and who impact their communities positively by diligently using their influence to make things better. The Global Leadership Podcast hopes to educate and inspire growing leaders in our world, and to inspire everyone to “lead where they are at.” In this special episode of the Global Leadership Podcast, Whitney Putnam (VP of
Jul 30, 2024 • 21:45
Ep 144: Looking Back On a Lifetime of Leadership Growth—Fred Martin (Founder and CEO, Objective Measure)
Over an astonishing 45 years, Fred Martin, Founder and CEO of Objective Measure, built a career marked by consistent success and a commitment to leadership. In this conversation with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft, Fred shares about how his faith affects his ability to lead, how he strives to continue growing as a leader, and how his vision for how to help everyday people learn to ask fruitful questions about investing and managing their money.
Jul 29, 2024 • 23:37
Ep 143: The Power of a Learning Leader—Megan Tamte’s Journey From Entrepreneur to Co-CEO
Initially, Megan Tamte did not think of herself as an entrepreneur, but after a disappointing shopping experience triggered a patient and faith-filled journey, she and her husband Mike launched—and now are Co-CEOs of—EVEREVE, a national chain of over 100 stores and a thriving ecommerce site as well. Recently, Megan sat down with GLS Executive Producer Lori Hermann to talk about her journey to launch EVEREVE, how she co-leads with her husband, and how she leverages her strengths as a learning lea
Jul 9, 2024 • 32:15
Ep 142: WinShape Marriage’s Julie Baumgardner—Healthy People Make Healthy Employees
Global Leadership Podcast team members Eric Case and Aubrey Wentz recently sat down with Julie Baumgardner, Senior Director of WinShape Marriage, to discuss the relationship between the health of our home and relational worlds and our work performance. Julie has spent over 20 years working—first as a counselor and now as an executive-level leader—to build healthy families, and in this conversation with Eric and Aubrey she shares how work life can be impacted by challenges at home and offers som
Jun 25, 2024 • 42:10
Ep 141: Chick-fil-A’s Cliff Robinson on Valuing People and Offering Excellent Products and Services
Recently, GLN CEO & President David Ashcraft sat down with Cliff Robinson, Executive VP and “Chief People Person” at Chick-fil-A. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to sit in a room with an experienced, high-level leader and listen to them share practical experience and wisdom, this is a great episode to dive into! Cliff discusses how the Chick-fil-A is able to place such a high value on people while simultaneously maintaining a high standard of product and customer service. Cliff also shar
Jun 11, 2024 • 36:36
Ep 140: Erwin Raphael McManus on Mind Shift (from GLS 2023)
This episode is a special broadcast of Erwin Raphael McManus’ talk from GLS 2023, “Mind Shift.” Erwin is a Los Angeles-based author and artist who is obsessed with helping people identify and eliminate the self-imposed, internal barriers that keep them from realizing their unique genius.
May 21, 2024 • 24:51
Ep 139: Fernando Carillo’s Extraordinary Journey to a Life of Purpose, Leadership, and Love
Fernando Carillo is an Anglican priest, entrepreneur and leadership coach based in London, England, and recently sat down with podcast team member Jason Jaggard at the 2023 Global Leadership Summit. In this episode, Jason and Fernando discuss his upbringing, the extraordinary life change he went through, as well as the role leadership plays in helping individuals step into their calling and purpose.
May 7, 2024 • 42:13
Episode 138: Addressing the Pain of Trauma Through Healing Communities
We invite you to join us for this episode as Global Leadership Podcast Co-Producers Eric Case and Aubrey Wentz sit down with Rebecca Taguma, Executive Director of the Trauma Healing Institute) to discuss how the effects of unresolved trauma on individuals, and some practical steps that leaders can take to get help for those affected in their churches and on their teams.
Apr 23, 2024 • 41:04
Ep 137: Exploring the Gifts of Failure and Risk with Ryan Leak
CEO, executive coach and bestselling author Ryan Leak shares how chasing failure has taken him much farther in his life than safety and security. Global Leadership Podcast team member Lori Hermann explores Ryan’s upbringing, the significant events that have defined his leadership, and how following through change can be just as challenging as leading through change.
Apr 9, 2024 • 42:57
Ep 136: Chris McChesney - Twenty Years in Love with the Same Problem
In this episode, Global Leadership Podcast interviewer Jason Jaggard sits down with Chris McChesney, co-author of The Four Disciplines of Execution, to revisit the book and to explore how the four disciplines can impact our lives outside the business world.
Mar 19, 2024 • 55:10
Ep 135: Moving From Getting to Giving With Comedian Michael Jr.
Comedian and author Michael Jr. talks with Global Leadership Podcast team member Jason Jaggard about how moving from an attitude of “what can I get from an audience” to “what can I give to an audience” changed everything for him. IN THIS EPISODE: - When did Michael Jr. realize he was funny? - How did “Funny For the Forgotten” get started? - How did he get started in his CAREER in comedy? - What kept Michael Jr. going when things were really challenging? -
Mar 5, 2024 • 43:27
Ep 134: Jamie Kern Lima and Unshakable Self-Worth
Entrepreneur and former CEO Jamie Kern Lima talks with Global Leadership Podcast team member Jason Jaggard about how healthy self-worth is “the one thing that changes everything.”
Feb 20, 2024 • 43:03
Ep 133: Fusion Strategy with Dr. Vijay (“VG”) Govindarajan
SUMMARY Global Leadership Podcast interviewer Jason Jaggard interviews innovation expert Dr. Vijay Govindarajan on how generative AI and datagraphs impacts organizational strategy, and how leaders can continue to innovate in a rapidly changing context. IN THIS EPISODE: - How did VG’s grandfather influence his understanding of innovation? - What is the “Three Box Solution,” and how does it affect strategy and innovation? - What role does imagination play in innovation?
Feb 6, 2024 • 50:57
Ep 132: Krish Kandiah's "Heart Leadership"
In this episode, Paula Faris talks with pastor and theologian Krish Kandiah about his passion for hospitality and his work with the foster system and refugees in the UK. Krish shares about how he moves quickly from idea to action, some of the ups and downs of his own journey, and how he lives out “Heart Leadership.”
Jan 23, 2024 • 47:51
Ep 131: Balancing Human Well-Being and Organizational Excellence with Juliet Funt
In this episode, Paula Faris sits down with Juliet Funt to talk about the ongoing need for white space in organizations, the challenge of how best to return to the office, and important first step that organizations need to take before they attempt to “prioritize” goals and activities.
Jan 9, 2024 • 42:01
Ep 130: A Look Back at Our Favorite Episodes from 2023
In this episode, the Global Leadership Podcast Team sits down with Global Leadership Summit Executive Producer (and podcast interviewer) Lori Hermann to reflect on some of our favorite episodes from 2023, and to talk a little bit about what we’re excited about for 2024. We had some great moments together, and we hope that you’ve been able to put into practice some of the great content from the last 12 months. We also hope you have a great Christmas and joyous (and restful!) holiday; we will see
Dec 12, 2023 • 39:57
Ep 129: Professor Erin Meyer — Recognizing and Respecting the Power of Organizational Culture
“Culture” is everywhere: in our countries and communities, in our organizations, and in our teams. Moreover, culture is simultaneously extremely powerful and affected by those within it. To be blunt, effective leaders know how to respect culture, and also how to leverage it for team performance. INSEAD Professor Erin Meyer is an expert in business and organizational culture, and in this conversation with interviewer Jason Jaggard, she offers up valuable insights about culture, including how to w
Nov 28, 2023 • 44:07
Ep 128: Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger — Leadership Wisdom from a 40-Year Career in Tech
There aren’t many individuals who can honestly say that they helped invent such everyday technology as USB, Wi-Fi, the Cloud, and multiple generations of Intel processors. However, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger did just that during a decades-long career as an engineer. Moreover, Pat rose from being an engineer to senior leadership at Intel, and, after a painful detour, eventually into the role of. In this conversation with Global Leadership Summit Producer Lori Hermann, Pat shares some of his leadersh
Nov 14, 2023 • 47:17
Ep 127: Megan Marshman — Real Talk About Leading Through Busy-Ness and Grief
What does leading through grief really look like for leaders? How do leaders balance practically the demands of leadership with obligations to family and friends? In 2021, the world of teaching pastor and leader Megan Marshman was turned upside down when her husband Randy passed away suddenly. In this very real, gut-level conversation with GLS host Paula Faris, Megan shares her hard-won learnings from tragedy, including how she weighs new commitments and invitations, how to foster a supportive
Oct 31, 2023 • 44:18
Ep 126: Elevating Individual and Team Productivity With Patrick Lencioni’s Working Genius Tool
What if, as a leader, you had access to a tool that could easily identify productivity strengths and weaknesses for your team? After years as a pioneer in the field of organizational health, speaker, consultant, and best-selling author Patrick Lencioni has developed “Working Genius,” which can help leaders quickly and clearly identify how individual team members are wired to work naturally. In addition, Working Genius can also be used to easily map an entire team’s strengths and weaknesses. In t
Oct 17, 2023 • 41:09
Ep 125: Unlocking Human Genius with Erwin Raphael McManus
Erwin Raphael McManus is passionate about unlocking the spiritual and creative potential of human beings. Whether it’s his work as a pastor, author, speaker, coach, or designer, Erwin constantly demonstrates the capacity for growth, change, and ability to impact the world around him. In this conversation with CEO, writer, and executive coach (and a long-time friend) Jason Jaggard, Erwin shares the relationship between our mental structures and our behaviors, why talent can actually be a curse, a
Oct 3, 2023 • 40:07
Ep 124: Unpacking Crucial Inter-Generational Insights with Jason Dorsey
Early on, Jason Dorsey made a commitment to help his peers navigate entering the workforce. That early decision has led to a highly successful career of researching, speaking and writing that centers on navigating inter-generational diversity in the workplace. In this conversation with our own Jason Jaggard, Jason Dorsey reveals the difference between life stages and generational trends, shares important concepts for successfully recruiting, hiring, and developing Gen Z, and dispels some popular
Sep 19, 2023 • 43:38
Ep 123: Greg Sankey on Leading in the Midst of Complexity
You might be hard-pressed to find a more influential leader in college athletics than SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey: since 2015, the conference has amassed over 30 national championships in various sports. Not only that, Greg has provided steady, humble leadership through COVID, conference realignments, and a variety of other complex challenges. In this conversation with Paula Faris, Greg relates some of the ways that he approaches his role with the SEC, shares some practical tips on how to keep
Sep 5, 2023 • 40:53
Ep 122: Edgar Sandoval on Innovation in Both Non- and For-Profit Sectors
World Vision President and CEO Edgar Sandoval is no stranger to innovation. While at Proctor and Gamble, Sandoval led the ground-breaking (and Emmy-winning) “Like a Girl” ad campaign, which was targeted at improving the confidence of young women. What is surprising, however, is that Sandoval continued to explore and foster new ideas at World Vision, resulting in “Chosen,” a program that flips child sponsorship on its head by allowing the children to choose the sponsors. In this rich conversation
Aug 22, 2023 • 41:06
Ep 121: Albert Tate and Liz Bohannon on What to Do After the Summit
THE SECOND OF TWO SPECIAL SUMMIT EPISODES. The true power of an experience is what lives beyond that experience, and to that end we wanted to ask some Summit faculty members for their ideas on how to keep the learnings from the Global Leadership Summit (Aug 3-4) fresh in our minds. Albert Tate and Liz Bohannon sat down and answered a few questions regarding best practices for making the most of our time after the Summit (or any learning experiences). This conversation is full of joy, laughter an
Aug 9, 2023 • 28:31
Ep 120: Lori Hermann on Maximizing Your Experience at the 2023 Global Leadership Summit
A SPECIAL CONVERSATION FOR SUMMIT WEEK 2023. As thousands of leaders from all walks of life prepare to experience the 2023 Global Leadership Summit, Jason Jaggard sits down with Summit Executive Producer (and podcast co-host) Lori Hermann to hear about how to get the absolute most out of the Summit experience, whether you are attending in person, online, or at a Summit host site. In addition, Lori shares about what things are like in the final days before the largest leadership event in the worl
Jul 25, 2023 • 41:38
Episode 119: Jason Jaggard on What it Takes to Go Beyond High Performance
What if there was a tool or resource that could help you to “level up” your leadership and “win faster”? For Jason Jaggard, Founder and CEO of Novus Global, executive coach, and best-selling author (and co-host of the Global Leadership Podcast), that tool is coaching. In this conversation with podcast co-host and Global Leadership Summit Executive Producer Lori Hermann, Jason shares why coaching is such a powerful tool for growth and performance, the power of teams, and how there’s really no suc
Jul 11, 2023 • 40:38
Ep 118 (Ep 56 Re-release): Jason Dorsey – Leading Through Generational Differences
Navigating generational diversity is a given in today’s culture, and is also a real challenge for leaders. Not only do different generations have different perceptions and motivations, there is always the opportunity for misunderstanding and frustration to arise. However, in this re-release of an episode from 2019, Craig Groeschel interviews researcher and speaker Jason Dorsey about his work with generational distinctives in the workplace. Jason shares ways that leaders can understand different
Jun 21, 2023 • 38:37
Ep 117: Behind the Leader with Liz Bohannon — Knowing the “Very Important Promises”
By age 24, Liz Bohannon had founded her company, Sseko Designs, in Uganda. Since then, she has continued to grow as a leader and expand her wisdom and influence. Recently Sseko has merged with their largest competitor, Noonday Collection, and Global Leadership podcast host Jason Jaggard sat down with Liz to discuss some of the important learnings from the merger, as well as some important leadership tools that have shaped both Sseko and her personal life as well. A past GLS faculty member, Liz w
Jun 6, 2023 • 38:38
Ep 116: Reducing Burnout by Cultivating Impact – with Liz Wiseman
How can leaders help employees avoid burnout? In an environment of “quiet quitting” and remote work, how can leaders create teams and environments that avoid burnout? In this talk from a GLSNext event in 2021, researcher and executive advisor Liz Wiseman reveals the surprising connection between employee impact and low burnout rates, and also five key characteristics of “high impact” employees. If you are interested in how to leverage impact for employee engagement, or if you are looking to beco
May 23, 2023 • 42:02
Ep 115: Behind the Leader with José Hernández - The Enduring Power of Knowing Your “Why?”
Former NASA astronaut José Hernández first knew he wanted to go to space when he was 10 years old. Remarkably, that dream never faded, and over time grew into a deep-seated sense of mission, purpose, and an overall sense of “Why?” As José talks about his life with podcast host Jason Jaggard, again and again, you will hear José say, “Because I wanted to go to space.” That clarity helped sustain his dream over decades when life got challenging or confusing. If you’ve ever wanted to see how the pow
May 9, 2023 • 31:23
Ep 114: Behind the Leader With Heather R. Younger — How a High Capacity, High Output Leader Manages to do “All the Things”
When work gets busy, how do you keep from getting overwhelmed? What does it take to be a C-suite leader, an author, a gifted speaker and maintain a healthy family? In this conversation with GLN podcast host Jason Jaggard, Heather R. Younger shares some of the specific practices and “cadences” that help her maximize her creativity, maintain her commitments, and stay deeply connected to her calling to help others. If you are looking for practical tips on how to keep from getting overwhelmed despit
Apr 25, 2023 • 31:40
Ep 113 (Part 2): Behind the Leader With Henry Cloud — How Faith and Experience Combine to Guide a Life Spent Helping Others
In part one of our interview with Dr. Henry Cloud, host Jason Jaggard explored the content of Henry’s new book, Trust: Knowing When to Give It, When to Withhold It, and How to Fix It When It Gets Broken. In the second part of our conversation, Jason asks Dr. Cloud about how his life and early experiences led him into the field of psychology, as well as the role that Henry’s faith played in discovering his calling. It was definitely not a straight line for Dr. Cloud, and his story is a reminder o
Apr 21, 2023 • 23:55
Ep 113 (Part 1): Dr. Henry Cloud on Why Trust Matters, and What We Need to Do in Order to Learn When (and When not) to Trust
What’s the role of trust in a leader’s life? What can you do to build trust? How do you respond when trust is broken? In his latest book, Trust: Knowing When to Give It, When to Withhold It, How to Earn It, and How to Fix It When It Gets Broken, acclaimed psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud explores the critical role that trust plays in the lives of leaders and their teams. In part one of this two-part conversation, Dr. Cloud sits down with podcast host, Jason Jaggard, to share some of the book’s pract
Apr 11, 2023 • 38:39
Ep 111: Behind the Leader with Cynt Marshall – Dallas Mavericks CEO Unpacks Her Extraordinary Life Journey
Cynt Marshall’s journey to become the CEO of the Dallas Mavericks is truly extraordinary. From growing up in a housing project, to a 36-year career at AT&T, to learning the business of basketball from the ground up, Cynt has led with a deep commitment to the people around her, and also a deep commitment to her own personal values and individuality. In this conversation with Lori Hermann, Cynt shares details about her childhood, what continues to inspires her today, the importance of navigating d
Mar 29, 2023 • 27:02
Ep 112: Behind the Leader with Craig Groeschel – How Becoming a “Student of Himself” Helped Him to Avoid Burnout and Increase Productivity
What does it take to lead and create at a high level, over the long haul? As an author, pastor, and leader of one of Glassdoor’s “Best Places to Work” (2023), Craig Groeschel intrinsically knows the value of hard work, but in this conversation with Lori Hermann, Craig pulls back the curtain on the key structures, routines and decisions that have helped him to avoid burnout. If you’ve ever struggled with maintaining the balance between productivity and rest, this conversation is definitely for yo
Mar 28, 2023 • 32:47
Ep 110: Behind the Leader with Paula Faris – Courage, Community, and a Call to Strengthen Families by Fighting for Working Moms
After years in broadcast television, Paula Faris took a leap of faith and chose to follow a new call in her life. For Paula, that call includes working to strengthen families by fighting for working moms. On the launch of her second book, You Don’t Have to Carry It All, Paula sat down with the Global Leadership Network’s Lori Hermann to talk about the surprising link between motherhood and leadership characteristics, how she works through fear, and how she cultivates a supportive community aroun
Mar 10, 2023 • 31:16
Ep 109: Behind the Leader with Todd Henry - Looking at the Life of an “Arms Dealer for the Creative Revolution”
What does it take to be able to be brilliant at a moment’s notice? Author, speaker, and podcast host Todd Henry has a life mission to give creatives the information and tools to help them produce consistently great work. In this episode, Todd sits down with our own Jason Jaggard to share insights from his life as a creative, including how he prepares for a keyote, how you don’t have to love writing in order to be a writer, and the key idea that fuels and focuses all of his work. If you’ve ever w
Feb 15, 2023 • 32:47
Ep 108: Behind the Leader with Shola Richards – Learning from the Life of a “Kindness Guru”
A significant life crisis led him to the conclusion that the world desperately needed more kindness, and Shola Richards responded by becoming a champion of workplace civility and kindness. Since then, he has gone on to share his learnings through books, speaking, and consulting with many successful organizations. Recently, Shola took some time out of his busy schedule to sit down with our host Lori Hermann, and we invite you to listen in as Shola shares the some of the values, experiences, and a
Jan 31, 2023 • 33:17
Ep 107: Behind the Leader with Deb Liu – Battling Imposters, Bringing Others to the Table, and the Importance of Finding Your Superpower
It is an understatement to say that Deb Liu’s rise to CEO of Ancestry.com is “unique.” From growing up as a child of Chinese immigrants in South Carolina (where she was often told to “Go back to where she came from”), to navigating gender imbalance in the tech industry, to an ongoing battle with imposter syndrome, Deb has met challenges with wisdom, grace, and a gentle perseverance. In this conversation with Paula Faris, you can hear Deb share her personal reactions to the challenges (and blessi
Jan 17, 2023 • 27:51
Ep 106: Behind the Leader w/Jon Acuff – How to Execute Without Cultivating Chaos
Goals. Practically all of us have them, but most of us also struggle to consistently achieve them. New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff is passionate about helping people get better at reaching their dreams, and we recently sat down with him to hear about how his work impacts his personal life. Join us for this wide-ranging and lighthearted conversation as Jon shares about a variety of topics, from how he evaluates the viability of his various creative ideas, to how he constructively deal
Jan 4, 2023 • 36:21
Ep 105: Behind the Leader w/Sahar Hashemi - The Importance of Doing Things Badly
How does one go from being a lawyer, with a sure and safe career path, to becoming an innovative entrepreneur and launching a successful coffee franchise in a nation that is known for drinking tea? Sahar Hashemi’s story is a testimony to the power of action, perseverance, and to being unwilling to settle for a life where you cannot thrive. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to be an entrepreneur, listen as Sahar shares the essential (but simple) behaviors that can help anyone (or any organiza
Dec 13, 2022 • 33:50
Ep 104: Behind the Leader w/Dr. Heidi Grant Halvorson
What do leaders get wrong about human performance and motivation? How can leaders help their people to better navigate uncertainty? Social Psychologist Dr. Heidi Grant-Halvorson regularly explores these kinds of questions, and in this conversation with team member Jason Jaggard, she shares insights from her work in the science of leadership, and also some personal “hacks” for working through the process of writing books. Whether you’re an aspiring author, or a leader seeking to more effectively
Nov 30, 2022 • 24:19
Ep 103: Behind the Leader with Johnny C. Taylor, President and CEO of SHRM
What does it take to run the largest HR organization in the world? How does one become prepared for that kind of responsibility? To kick off our 7th season, Lori Herman, one of our hosts and Executive Producer of the Global Leadership Summit, sits down with Johnny C. Taylor, President and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Join us as Johnny shares key moments from his leadership journey, the importance of cultural clarity in his leadership, and other insights designed to he
Nov 15, 2022 • 31:05
Ep 102: Leadership & Human Genius—Erwin Raphael McManus
Is leadership about taking people somewhere, or is it about shaping people in powerful ways? In a recent talk, author, fashion designer, and pastor Erwin Raphael McManus shared the tremendous capacities of human beings—our inherent genius and the ability to create futures. While many of us end up believing a lesser story and forget about our creative power, Erwin shows how leaders can help people recover their faith in their God-given creative capacity and suggests a couple critical, practical t
Jun 7, 2022 • 35:40
“Stick to Your Simple” (For the Good of the World)—Danielle Coke & Danielle Strickland
What if learning to focus simply on what you’ve been called to do could enhance your leadership and influence? In this conversation, entrepreneur, illustrator, and advocate Danielle Coke, shares all the different ways “finding her simple” has impacted her calling, her craft, and her leadership. Listen as this young leader shares her insights on “going viral”, knowing when to step back as a leader, and what it takes to keep creativity flowing in her life.
May 3, 2022 • 43:49
Ep 100: Leveraging the Power of Story to Bring Clean Water to the World—Scott Harrison & Trey McKnight
charity: water Founder and CEO, Scott Harrison understands the power of story. In this conversation with Trey McKnight, not only does Scott share how he uses stories for greater impact, but he also shares his own personal story of transformation: how he went from a New York City night club promoter and partier to non-profit CEO, and even how some of his skills as a promotor contributed to charity: water’s success.
Apr 19, 2022 • 45:44
Ep 099: Embracing the “Meta Skill of the 21st Century”—Tasha Eurich & Jason Jaggard
What if there was one skill you could learn that would impact everything about your leadership potential? Author, executive coach, and organizational psychologist, Dr. Tasha Eurich talks with Jason Jaggard about why self-awareness is a “must have” for leaders and provides some simple but effective tools for increasing this leadership competency. Join us as we learn more about the “meta skill for the 21st century.”
Mar 21, 2022 • 43:51
How to Cultivate Leadership Charisma—Vanessa Van Edwards & Tom De Vries
It’s tempting to think that something like “charisma” is innate, something you are born with (or not). However, in this episode, CEO and author, Vanessa Van Edwards shows how we can purposefully dial up our own charisma to increase our effectiveness as leaders. In this conversation with GLN CEO and President, Tom De Vries, Vanessa previews her new book Cues: Small Signals, Incredible Impact and shows us how aligning our non-verbal cues can tangibly and practically increase our personal leadershi
Mar 7, 2022 • 43:54
EP 097: Critical Tools for Creating Irresistible Culture—Craig Groeschel & Albert Tate
What does it take to create and curate an award-winning culture? Life.church was recently voted the #1 Best Place to Work (Small and Medium Businesses) in North America by Glassdoor’s Employees’ Choice Awards. In this episode Craig Groeschel, pastor of Life.Church, talks with Albert Tate about some of the tools Life.Church uses to build and protect its culture. From developing effective and inspirational values, to the critical role of feedback, learn how to create a culture that wins.
Jan 4, 2022 • 38:48
EP 096: Leadership Lessons from a Navy SEAL—Mark Divine & Trey McKnight
How can leaders learn to remain calm, think clearly, and act decisively in stressful situations? Author and former Navy SEAL, Mark Divine joins us to explain how special forces operators maintain focus and clarity in the highest-stress situations imaginable. He also shows how these simple techniques can benefit leaders in all environments and at all levels. By committing to growth at the character and soul level, leaders can unlock the “20x” potential of their teams and impact the world around t
Dec 9, 2021 • 44:22
Leading With Your Authentic Self–Carla Harris & Mitch Barns
In this episode we invite you to learn from Carla Harris (Vice Chairman, Global Wealth Management and Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley), one of the most powerful leaders on Wall Street. In a conversation with Mitch Barns, Carla shares how to authentically bring your whole self to work, how to find commonality in diversity and inclusion, why relationships matter in a career, and more. No matter where you are at on your leadership journey, Carla’s wisdom will broaden your mind and encourag
Nov 15, 2021 • 36:40
Leadership, Mental Health – Dr. Henry Cloud & Paula Faris
What do today’s leaders need to know about mental health? In a conversation that is simultaneously light-hearted and full of deep wisdom, Paula Faris interviews psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud about how leaders can better understand and talk about mental health. Tune in as Dr. Cloud also shares practical advice on how to find a good counselor, and his take on the use of personality assessments to increase self-awareness
Nov 1, 2021 • 34:24
Innovation, Demystified–Brett Hagler & Danielle Strickland
In a time where innovation and visionary thinking are essential to organizational growth and survival, how can leaders inspire and teach teams to try new things and grow? In this episode, Danielle Strickland interviews Brett Hagler, co-founder and CEO of New Story, which is pioneering new ways to house the under-resourced, and also changing how nonprofits engage with supporters. Through the launch of New Story, and also personal challenges, Brett shares a powerful, practical approach to innovati
Oct 21, 2021 • 34:46
The Village Around Every Leader Jo Saxton & Tom De Vries
Leadership can feel like a lonely journey. What’s more, the cultural myth of the “lone ranger” leader is strong, pervasive and can lead to isolation. The truth is every leader needs a community around them in order to point out blind spots and bring out their best. In this conversation with GLN President Tom De Vries, Jo Saxton—author, speaker, podcast host and coach—offers up advice on how to cultivate your “village”, and how to be a helpful part of community for other leaders as well.
Oct 12, 2021 • 36:53
Curiosity, Growth, Risk & Silos General Stanley McChrystal & Paula Faris
As a four-star Army General and chairman of the United States Joint Special Operations Command, Stanley McChrystal has led in some of the most high-stakes, high-pressure environments imaginable, and yet he says leading in business is remarkably similar to leading in the military. In this live recording, Paula Faris interviews General McChrystal on some of his most critical leadership learnings, including the role of curiosity, growth and risk, and how to break down information silos in an organi
Sep 20, 2021 • 27:48
Creativity & The Myth of the Quintessential Leader – Bianca Juárez Olthoff & Jason Jaggard
What does it mean to be a leader? Does it mean having a Type A personality? Voraciously digesting every book and conference about leadership? What if there are other ways to lead? In this fascinating conversation with Jason Jaggard, Bianca Juárez Olthoff unpacks the relationship between creativity and leadership, and how creatives can more easily embrace their own influence. Bianca also reveals how to transition well to a new opportunity, and how to establish and curate great teams.
Sep 1, 2021 • 37:04
A Minute to Think with Juliet Funt & Jason Jaggard
What is the current state of working together? How can leaders compassionately and effectively help their employees work at a more sane—and effective—pace? As people start to return to a physical office space, leaders need tools to help employees thrive and establish healthier work cultures. In this episode, author and productivity expert, Juliet Funt, talks with Jason Jaggard about breaking out of the cycle of complacency and rewriting norms around waste, burnout and communication.
Aug 3, 2021 • 36:15
Jerry Lorenzo and Craig Groeschel - Leading with Compassion and Empathy
How does intuition and creativity intersect with day-in, day-out, practical leadership? What does it take to overcome fear and insecurity, even when the stakes are high and the future of your company may rest on the next great creative design? In this episode, Craig Groeschel interviews fashion designer, Jerry Lorenzo (Fear of God) and explores topics like weighing data against intuition, how to lead with compassion and empathy, and the critical role of daily disciplines in a leader’s life.
Jun 22, 2021 • 28:43
Unleashing the Power of Productivity with Charles Duhigg
Have you ever spent an entire day frantically working, only to finish and wonder if you’ve actually accomplished anything significant? Is there a way to truly be more productive and not simply busier? Paula Faris interviews New York Times best-selling author Charles Duhigg on how to distinguish between mere busyness and true productivity, and also shares real-world, practical techniques to super charge not only your own productivity, but also the productivity of the teams you lead.
Jun 8, 2021 • 34:13
Season 5 Trailer: Are YOU curious?
In this episode of our brand-new season of The Global Leadership Podcast, hear from Global Leadership Network president & CEO, Tom De Vries, and podcast producer & host, Ashlyn Ochoa, as they reveal what’s in store for you and share a few fun updates. Designed for curious, growth-minded, leadership enthusiasts like you—this next season brings you insightful, thought-provoking conversations with a diverse group of world-class leaders. Are YOU curious? Get excited!
May 20, 2021 • 11:02
Liz Wiseman on The Multiplier Effect
What kind of leader gets the most out of people? In this engaging talk from the 2013 Global Leadership Summit, best-selling author and CEO, Liz Wiseman, talks about the characteristics of “Multipliers” (leaders who empower and release others), and “Diminishers” (leaders who limit and restrict the potential of those they lead). Wiseman also shares subtle ways leaders function as “accidental diminishers,” and the most practical shift we can make in order to start becoming a better Multiplier.
Mar 8, 2021 • 42:36
Generational Differences: Bridging the Divide, Nona Jones and Jason Dorsey
Are there valid generational differences between older and younger workers? Do Millenials and Gen Z lack a “work ethic”? Join Nona Jones and Jason Dorsey as they have a fascinating conversation about the intersection of generational demographics, technology, and the culture of work, and offer practical tips on how to build stronger generational bridges in the workplace.
Feb 2, 2021 • 30:50
Reinventing Yourself, Sadie Robertson Huff, Paula Faris & Jason Jaggard
Is God trying to move you into a new season? Are you feeling an ache in your spirit? All leaders experience seasons of reinvention that are both exhilarating and terrifying. And as you grow in your leadership, you start to recognize the internal and external signs indicating its time to chart a new course. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, Sadie Roberson Huff, Paula Faris and elite executive coach Jason Jaggard discuss the key questions you should ask yourself as you consider a big move and th
Jan 12, 2021 • 41:07
Leading Through the Dip, Craig Groeschel & Danielle Strickland
All organizations and systems go through inevitable cycles of birth, growth and maturity, decline and even death. We all enjoy leading when things are going up and to the right, but how do you lead through a season of decline, or the dip? In this important conversation with Danielle Strickland, long-term leader Craig Groeschel dives into what it takes to lead effectively through the dip. When leaders are willing to pivot and think about change in more helpful ways, the dip can actually springboa
Dec 15, 2020 • 42:04
The Emotionally Safe Leader, Lysa TerKeurst & Jason Jaggard
“Leadership is hard, and you will get hurt,” says author Lysa TerKeurst. While forgiveness is more commonly addressed in a counselor’s office than a corporate boardroom, Lysa TerKeurst cites evidence that a leader’s ability to forgive is a game-changer for organizational culture. In this episode, Lysa sits down for a vulnerable conversation with elite executive coach, Jason Jaggard, challenging you to work toward forgiveness and create emotionally safe workplaces where innovation can flourish.
Nov 9, 2020 • 33:54
Lies About Work, Marcus Buckingham & Kim Simios
As a leader, you’ve likely received training about the importance of company culture, strategic planning and feedback. Training on the implementation of these leadership tools has become essential for every leader. But researcher, Marcus Buckingham says, “Wait.” Based on his observations about the real world of work and multiple research studies, he began to question some of the most venerated truisms of business, daring to suggest the key to organizational success actually happens on the team l
Oct 20, 2020 • 37:10
Your Leadership Pace, Michael Todd & Jason Jaggard
How fast is your leadership pace these days? Are you running so fast that you don’t have any time for friends, family, reflection and growth? Are you sensing a lack of peace? Or are you in a slower season where it might be time to step back into a challenging vision again? Pastor Michael Todd discovered a surprising truth about the pace of leadership when he made the choice to stride instead of strive. By choosing a slower and more intentional pace, he not only found more peace in his life, but
Sep 30, 2020 • 37:37
Leadership & the Race Conversation, Part 2 Dr. David Anderson and David Livermore Ph.D.
Our nation continues to be stirred by racial injustice and social unrest. At the Global Leadership Network, we recognize these are universal issues requiring leaders to step up and engage. Research shows increasing diversity on teams and in every sector of society improves productivity and moral, adding value within organizations. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, we asked Dr. David Anderson and Dr. David Livermore
Sep 21, 2020 • 48:45
Called Out, Paula Faris & Craig Groeschel
Over the course of your life and career, you have probably experienced a reset. Paula Faris’ reset came when she realized her high-flying career was clashing with the values she claimed to profess. So, she gave up two dream jobs in order to more fully live her purpose. Along the way, she discovered some insights into the perils of being addicted to work, the nature of calling and the presence of fear alongside of peace. In this episode, Summit Champion, Craig Groeschel interviews Paula about wha
Sep 9, 2020 • 34:41
Multiply Your Time, Rory Vaden & Jason Jaggard
Time is a limited commodity. What if you could develop a new relationship with time that would free you up to work on your most important projects or connect with the people and causes you care about most? In this practical and counter-intuitive interview with elite executive coach Jason Jaggard, best-selling author Rory Vaden describes the strategic mindset that will actually allow you to multiply your time. Walk away with surprising ways you can stop wasting time, gain productivity and increas
Aug 18, 2020 • 43:44
Leading Through Influence, Michael Todd & Craig Groeschel
What would you do if your modestly sized leadership platform expanded overnight? What if you suddenly found yourself being called an influencer. In this crossover episode from the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast, Craig interviews pastor Michael Todd whose ministry went viral in 2018, gaining hundreds of thousands of followers in a six-month period after someone shared one of his videos on Twitter. In this episode, they discuss how influence and fame are different and how fame alone isn't lead
Jul 14, 2020 • 51:22
Leadership & the Race Conversation Part 1, David Livermore Ph.D. & Dr. David Anderson
Our nation is stirred by ongoing racial injustice. At the Global Leadership Network, we know the challenges of discrimination and racial injustice are universal issues requiring leaders to step up and engage. Research shows that increasing diversity on teams in every sector improves productivity, morale and adds value within organizations and to those they serve. This episode is a re-release of a candid conversation between Dr. David Anderson and David Livermore, Ph.D. on racial and cultural in
Jun 18, 2020 • 34:01
Danielle Strickland and Sam Collier on Better Together
Our world is riddled with injustice. In the #MeToo and #ChurchToo era, many of us have been wondering how to move towards healing. This episode of The GLS Podcast is a special crossover episode from the For The Good podcast, featuring a conversation between justice advocate Danielle Strickland and For the Good co-host, Sam Collier, about her latest book Better Together. You will also hear from producer, Ashlyn Ochoa. Danielle is helping us reimagine a better future where men and women can heal t
Jun 1, 2020 • 47:57
Chris Voss on Facing Fear In Uncertain Situations
On May 5, 2020, the GLSnext Event Series hosted Chris Voss for a highly-relevant online event on Facing Fear in Uncertain Situations. Drawing upon 24-years of real-life experience as an FBI hostage negotiator, Chris shared seven key relational intelligence strategies that he used to lead people through unpredictable and fear-filled situations. If the team you lead, or anyone in your life, is struggling with fear in this season, this can’t-miss episode will help you calm the situation and help th
May 20, 2020 • 26:29
Juliet Funt, Dr. Henry Cloud, Patrick Lencioni & Craig Groeschel on Trailblazing in Uncertainty
On April 30, 2020, the GLSnext Event Series hosted a high-impact online event with top-rated Summit faculty Juliet Funt, Patrick Lencioni and Dr. Henry Cloud, hosted by Craig Groeschel. During this event, they discussed ways to lead and move forward during this season of uncertainty. “We’re in an in-between time,” said Dr. Cloud. “Like the moment on a trapeze when you are going from one trapeze to another.” Drawing from their expertise in organizational psychology, organizational health and prod
May 11, 2020 • 1:22:47
Craig Groeschel on Leading Through the Storm
During the global coronavirus pandemic, the Global Leadership Network has felt the call to equip and inspire leaders with practical support for leading in crisis. On April 30, 2020, we hosted a special coaching event with Summit Champion, Craig Groeschel for our audience of global leaders across Canada, Latin America, Africa, India and Europe. Wherever you find yourself right now, whether you are on lockdown or starting to re-enter, you will find wisdom and encouragement in Craig’s message on “L
May 8, 2020 • 32:37
Nona Jones on Social Leadership
The social distancing we are experiencing in the Spring of 2020 has caused individuals and organizations to lean into digital communication like never before. Businesses and churches are sensing an urgent need to ramp-up their ability to effectively use social technology and build community online. In this impactful GLSnext Event session, recorded in February 2020, Facebook executive Nona Jones provides timely instruction about the key mindset and tactics you will need to build meaningful social
Apr 29, 2020 • 29:22
Craig Groeschel on Leading from Home
During the COVID-19 crisis of early 2020, many teams are working remotely from home. In this season, meetings are over video, communication is sometimes indirect, and leadership has unique challenges. In addition to the physical differences and requirements of working from home, team members may also feel emotionally disoriented. For some team members, they may be stressed because they have even more work than normal—and for other team members, they may feel guilt over not having enough to contr
Apr 9, 2020 • 22:27
Leading Through Crisis with Craig Groeschel
The COVID-19 crisis of 2020 has impacted the entire planet. Healthcare systems are being stretched to the brink. Non-essential businesses and churches are being asked to close their doors. We are all being asked to stay home and wear masks in public. In times like this, your leadership is needed more than ever. As the crisis spread around the world, Summit Champion Craig Groeschel hosted several webinars for our global partners. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, we are sharing that impactful c
Apr 9, 2020 • 33:48
Chris Voss and Paula Faris on Negotiation
As former lead kidnapping negotiator for the FBI, master negotiator Chris Voss trains and advises leaders on complex mediations. In this engaging interview, Paula Faris draws out stories from bank robbery and kidnapping negotiations–drawing out transferrable learnings along the way. Learn how Chris uses the specific techniques of mirroring, positive endings and identifying fear to build the tactical empathy that leads to positive outcomes.
Mar 2, 2020 • 33:21
Patrick Lencioni and Kim Simios on The Motive
You were encouraged to become a leader. You believe that leadership is the reward for all your hard work. However, now that you’ve attained the title, you find parts of the job to be really difficult – and you find yourself saying, “I didn’t sign up for this!” Patrick Lencioni suggests that you should examine your motive for becoming a leader in the first place. He says that leadership is not a reward. Instead, leadership is a responsibility and a burden worth bearing for others. You are not goi
Feb 3, 2020 • 38:12
Jo Saxton and Jason Jaggard on Wellness
In her Global Leadership Summit 2019 talk, Jo Saxton advocated for leaders to pay attention to their wellness and well-being. Her memorable quote, “You have one body and your leadership lives in it,” resonated with our audience. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, she explores the wellness topic more deeply with podcast host Jason Jaggard. In her warm and accessible way, Jo tackles tough topics like the importance of rest, the work of therapy and the challenges of imposter syndrome.
Jan 6, 2020 • 37:06
Dr. Krish Kandiah and Jason Jaggard on Leading with Your Heart
A decade ago, Dr. Krish Kandiah’s leadership bio would read like a typical academic—including titles like author, speaker, apologist and university professor. Then, his wife suggested they consider fostering and adoption. After that point, his personal experiences with foster children moved him to create the British foster care charity Home for Good and become an advocate for fostering and adoption throughout the United Kingdom. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, Jason Jaggard interviews Krish,
Dec 16, 2019 • 37:06
Jia Jiang and Kim Simios on Overcoming Rejection
Jia Jiang became an expert in rejection after putting himself through 100 Days of Rejection, an experiment where he purposefully sought out one rejection per day for his video blog. The experiment created some unanticipated results, including great stories where people actually said “yes” in surprising ways. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, business leader Kim Simios interviews him about his unusual journey to becoming “Rejection Proof” and the transferrable lessons we can all apply the next
Dec 2, 2019 • 33:26
Episode 062: Aja Brown and Jason Jaggard on Cities, Collaboration and Criticism
Mayor Aja Brown made history at 31, becoming the youngest mayor ever elected in the City of Compton, California. Under her leadership and focusing on community partnerships, the city is thriving with a 50% decrease in homicides and a 50% reduction in unemployment. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, Mayor Brown sits down with Jason Jaggard to discuss the way she approaches collaborative problem-solving and the importance of faith-based communities in city transformation. In addition, she describ
Nov 18, 2019 • 29:40
Episode 061: Devon Franklin and Jason Jaggard on Self-Discovery, Risk and Destiny
In this episode of the GLS Podcast, DeVon talks with Jason Jaggard, founder of Novus Global. Devon takes a deeper dive into this topic by explaining how to discover you uniqueness and step into your destiny. Learn the key processes that DeVon uses to listen to God, evaluate opportunities, take risks and find the right mentors.
Nov 4, 2019 • 31:43
Episode 060: Ben Sherwood and Paula Faris on the Vision to Win
During Ben Sherwood’s tenure as president of Disney-ABC Television and ABC News, he succeeded in moving the news division from its perennial second position in the ratings to winning in all categories. The secret: he gave his team faith in their ability to win. In this very personal episode of the GLS Podcast, Paula Faris, one of Sherwood’s former colleagues at Good Morning America Weekend, interviews him about his visionary leadership, his belief in people, his incredible empathy and how he dea
Oct 14, 2019 • 39:33
Episode 059: Liz Bohannon and Craig Groeschel on Beginner’s Pluck
We all dream of living lives full of meaning and purpose. And we are bombarded with messages about finding a life purpose fueled by a big dream. While well-intentioned, this advice often can be paralyzing. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, Liz Bohannon and Craig Groeschel discuss a counter-intuitive strategy to build a life of passion and purpose—not by “finding your passion” or “dreaming big,” but by taking small steps and getting curious every day.
Sep 30, 2019 • 32:21
Episode 058: Bozoma Saint John and Paula Faris on The Authenticity Challenge
Today’s society seems hopelessly divided along race, gender, age, political and other lines. Many leaders are asking, “How can we work together to solve big problems in such a divided world?” In this episode of the GLS Podcast, Bozoma Saint John sits down with Paula Faris to discuss the challenges of showing up as your authentic self in the middle of this division. They discuss how the solution to big societal issues begins with individual relationships, and how authenticity can be the pathway t
Sep 16, 2019 • 32:10
Craig Groeschel: How to Bend the Curve
Resource management is a critical skill for leaders, and it is also rarely discussed. However, the best leaders know that the ability to maximize output from limited resources can be the difference between leading a struggling organization or a thriving one. In this episode, Kim Simios sits down with Craig Groeschel backstage at the 2019 Global Leadership Summit to discuss the implications of his opening talk, Bend the Curve. Craig unpacks the GETMO (Good Enough To Move On) principle and draws o
Sep 2, 2019 • 24:00
Jason Dorsey: Understanding Generational Differences
Jason Dorsey’s research into generations provides leaders with information to help build bridges both in the marketplace and in the workplace. In this episode, Summit Champion, Craig Groeschel, engages Jason in a fascinating conversation about generational differences, exploring nuances between the four different generations in today’s workplace. Walk away with specific strategies on how to reach younger audiences and build bridges of respect among the generations.
Aug 12, 2019 • 39:07
Todd Henry: Personal and Team Productivity
Todd Henry’s passion is helping teams and leaders “build their best body of work”—work that ignites their productive passion, work that really matters. An incredibly prolific thought leader, Todd has written four books over the past eight years, produces multiple podcasts each week, writes a daily blog, all while maintaining a robust speaking and consulting schedule. In this episode, Jason Jaggard sits down with Todd to discuss his strategies for building high productivity both for himself and f
Jul 1, 2019 • 33:49
Patrick Lencioni Spotlight
Best-selling author, Patrick Lencioni, and GLS Executive Producer, Lori Hermann, chat candidly is this bonus episode of Faculty Spotlight. Patrick shares the story behind his company's name and the values of healthy relationships.
Jun 17, 2019 • 8:10
Craig Groeschel Spotlight
GLS19 faculty member and Summit Champion, Craig Groeschel, chats with Summit Executive Producer, Lori Hermann, in this bonus episode of Faculty Spotlight. Learn things you didn't know about Craig including how he determines when it's necessary to say 'no' to opportunities.
Jun 17, 2019 • 9:53
DeVon Franklin Spotlight
Executive Producer of the GLS, Lori Hermann, gets to know film producer, DeVon Franklin, including hearing about how being a middle child has influenced his calling. This episode is part of our bonus series, Faculty Spotlight.
Jun 17, 2019 • 11:59
Todd Henry Spotlight
In this bonus episode of Faculty Spotlight, Executive Producer of the GLS, Lori Hermann, talks to Todd Henry about success, failure and the importance of taking risks.
Jun 17, 2019 • 8:47
Carly Fiorina: Unlocking Your Potential
50th episode! According to Carly Fiorina, “Human potential is the only limitless resource in the world.” In this episode, Senior Pastor of Life.Church and GLS Champion, Craig Groeschel interviews Carly on her insights about every person’s potential, outlined in her new book Find Your Way. The conversation draws deeply from the story of her own incredible life, as well as lives of others she’s encountered along her path. Discover the counter-intuitive ways you can find the right path for your lif
Jun 3, 2019 • 33:37
Chris Voss Spotlight
Former FBI Hostage Negotiator, Chris Voss, and GLS Executive Producer, Lori Hermann, chat candidly is this bonus episode of Faculty Spotlight. Chris tells us if those hostage negotiation scenes from the movie are really real, and opens up about what leadership lessons he learned from his time with the FBI.
May 20, 2019 • 11:06
Bear Grylls Spotlight
GLS19 faculty member, Bear Grylls, talks with Summit Executive Producer, Lori Hermann, in this bonus episode, Faculty Spotlight. Bear shares how he stays balanced in the midst of such a busy, successful career and discusses how his team worked together to create his latest project, You vs. Wild.
May 20, 2019 • 9:46
Danielle Strickland Spotlight
Executive Producer of the GLS, Lori Hermann, sits down with GLS19 faculty member, Danielle Strickland, and talks about what inspires her and what truths she wishes she would've grasped at a younger age. This episode is part of our bonus series, Faculty Spotlight.
May 20, 2019 • 8:39
Jo Saxton Spotlight
In this bonus episode, Faculty Spotlight, Executive Producer of the GLS, Lori Hermann, has a casual conversation with Jo Saxton about her personal habits and catches what Jo is excited about for this year's Summit.
May 20, 2019 • 5:02
Tony Dungy: The Secret Behind A Great Team
The best coaches in professional sports win championships by taking a group of talented individuals and molding them into a cohesive team. How do the great coaches build that kind of team dynamic? What leadership practices do they employ? Coach Tony Dungy rose to prominence in the NFL, known for his humble leadership style that turned around two teams and won the Super Bowl in 2007. In this episode, Coach Dungy discusses his insights from his new book, The Soul of a Team, with Brad Lomenick—unlo
May 6, 2019 • 32:53
Danielle Strickland with Jeff Lockyer
We live in times of unprecedented change. As leaders, we often feel the tension of chaos and confusion. In this episode, pastor, author and justice advocate, Danielle Strickland, suggests that leaders need to change the way we look at chaos. She sits down with Jeff Lockyer to discuss a new way for leaders to view chaos—through the unlikely lens of the biblical account of Creation. Instead of seeing chaos as a threat, chaos can actually become opportunity for creativity, revelation and new growth
Apr 1, 2019 • 32:04
Patrick Lencioni with Karen Wells
Employee engagement and staff culture are hot topics in leadership circles right now. This is due, in part, to the insights and books written by our podcast guest, Patrick Lencioni. In the early 2000s, Lencioni broke onto the scene with a simple premise: The human side of work is the most significant driver of business performance, having a greater impact than statistics or strategy. In this episode, Patrick sits down with business leader, Karen Wells, to explore the keys to increasing employee
Mar 4, 2019 • 32:33
Bob Goff with Jason Jaggard
Bob Goff is living his life to the fullest. He is a lawyer, diplomat, best-selling author, speaker, coach, founder of schools in war zones and an advocate for living an authentic life of love. In this episode, Bob explores the intentionality that allows him to live his full life, illustrated with his signature humor and storytelling. This insightful conversation with Jason Jaggard explores how to find your next opportunity, to create guardrails in your schedule, to find wise people to build into
Feb 4, 2019 • 35:06
Rasmus Ankersen with Jeff Lockyer
One reason we love to watch sports is because of the unique leadership lessons that play out on and off the field. In this episode, recorded at the 2018 GLS, Rasmus Ankersen shares his experience from the world of sports, as the chairman of two successful football clubs–one in Denmark and one in England. Ankersen talks to Jeff Lockyer about the importance of questioning success as well as failure. He also shares take-aways from his book The Gold Mine Effect which explores the reasons why certain
Jan 7, 2019 • 40:23
David Livermore, Ph.D. with Dr. David Anderson
We’ve all heard that increased workplace diversity will lead to increased innovation. In this enlightening conversation, multi-cultural church pastor Dr. David Anderson talks with David Livermore, Ph.D., president at the Cultural Intelligence Center, about how diversity alone is not enough. Diverse teams also need to incorporate the skill of cultural intelligence. This candid conversation models the challenges inherent in a multi-cultural dialogue—encouraging teams to ask uncomfortable questions
Dec 17, 2018 • 32:15
Christine Caine with Jeff Lockyer (Bonus Content)
In this bonus episode, Christine Caine shares a unique perspective of the state of women’s leadership in the Church.
Dec 12, 2018 • 10:41
Christine Caine with Jeff Lockyer
How do you lead when you experience seasons of unexpected disappointment, betrayal and loss? In this episode, activist and author Christine Caine talks with Jeff Lockyer about her book Unexpected and the journey that prompted it. She shares how giving up the façade of control brought her closer to God and why she didn’t quit. She also explores the practical steps leaders should take to bring about the calm resolve needed to move forward and lead from a healthier place.
Dec 3, 2018 • 43:52
Chip Heath with Craig Groeschel
Have you noticed that some experiences create more of an impact than others? In this episode, Chip Heath, Professor of Organizational Behavior at Stanford Graduate School for Business, sits down with Craig Groeschel to talk about why moments matter, what makes them memorable and how they can be enhanced to benefit your organization and your personal life. You will learn how your organization can leverage impactful moments to improve culture, delight customers and create a shared purpose among yo
Nov 19, 2018 • 42:27
Angela Ahrendts with John C. Maxwell
Have you ever been inspired by a leader whose life embodies a bold vision and a genuine love for people? Angela Ahrendts, Senior Vice President of Retail at Apple, exudes a contagious joy and personal warmth that sets her leadership apart. In this wide-ranging interview, she discusses how she unexpectedly became a CEO, the importance of work-life balance, how to get the most out of people and the difference between “hard strategies” and “heart strategies.” This interview was recorded in a small,
Nov 5, 2018 • 27:33
Danny Meyer with Elaine Lin Hering
How do you build a great corporate culture in an industry with constant turnover and awash in criticism? That’s exactly what New York restauranteur Danny Meyer faces every day at Union Square Hospitality Group. In this episode, recorded backstage at the 2018 GLS, Danny continues the conversation he started onstage with Elaine Lin Hering—discussing critics, culture-building and how to practice “enlightened hospitality.”
Oct 15, 2018 • 22:20
Chris McChesney with Kim Simios
Have you ever noticed that sometimes your most important work often gets lost in the whirlwind of urgent activities? In this episode, execution expert Chris McChesney talks with Kim Simios about his 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) method that helps leaders break through the whirlwind to execute on their most important goals. Chris and Kim explore the practical implications of executing the 4DX process then participate in an audience Q&A.
Oct 1, 2018 • 36:18
Craig Groeschel with Kim Simios
How can you become a better leader—a leader your team loves to follow? The best people managers lead with an others-first mindset. They create habits and systems to make their teams feel appreciated and loved. In this episode, Craig Groeschel and Kim Simios discuss how you can improve your people-management skills, drilling down into the practices that will draw the best out of the people you lead.
Sep 17, 2018 • 38:38
Sheila Heen with Jeff Lockyer (Part 2)
If you are in the midst of a difficult conversation, this episode of the GLS Podcast is a can’t-miss! Sheila Heen’s research unearthed the three common layers that exist in every difficult conversation. In Part 1 of this interview (Episode 031), Sheila unpacked the “What Happened? Conversation.” In this episode, you will learn about the “Feelings Conversation” and “Identity Conversation.” Get equipped on how to turn your difficult conversations into productive and authentic exchanges.
Sep 3, 2018 • 29:45
Sheila Heen with Jeff Lockyer (Part 1)
Do you need to have a difficult conversation with someone but don’t know how to start? In this episode, Harvard lecturer Sheila Heen unpacks the challenging dynamics of these conversations and explores some common ways people get stuck. In part one of this two-part episode, she discusses the “What Happened? Conversation.”
Aug 20, 2018 • 35:27
Juliet Funt with Kim Simios
Is your workday weighed down by unproductive busyness, endless emails and unnecessary meetings? Do you move from one project to another with no space for thoughtfulness and reflection? In this episode, productivity expert Juliet Funt discusses her concept of WhiteSpace, the strategic pause between activities that is both recuperative and constructive. She explains why we often feel paralyzed by the pace of our workdays and shares a number of practical tips we can use to reclaim productivity and
Aug 6, 2018 • 42:29
John C. Maxwell with Jeff Lockyer
At its core, leadership is influence. It is not simply possessing a position or title. John C. Maxwell developed The Five Levels of Leadership to help people understand the journey a leader takes over time. As leaders progress through the levels, they grow their leadership capabilities. In this episode, Jeff Lockyer and John dig into each of the five levels, helping listeners understand the progression of leadership growth and the practical steps necessary to increase their leadership impact.
Jul 16, 2018 • 42:08
Dr. Henry Cloud with Kim Simios
The difference between high performers and the highest performers often comes down to interpersonal skills. According to Dr. Henry Cloud, the basic interpersonal skill of listening may be the most effective way for leaders to build trust. In this episode, Henry explores the connection between listening, trust and performance with host Kim Simios. Uncovering counterintuitive and practical insights, they dig into why listening is important, the barriers to effective listening and how leaders can g
Jul 2, 2018 • 41:56
Joseph Grenny
Leadership is intentional influence, and the most enduring kind of influence results when other people actually change their behavior based on your leadership. This episode features Joseph Grenny, a leading social scientist for business performance. He shares his research-based insights into how influence works so that leaders can leverage their impact to change people’s behavior for the better.
Jun 18, 2018 • 32:12
Liz Wiseman with Jeff Lockyer
Liz Wiseman and Jeff Lockyer discuss the important leadership skill of empowerment. Going deep into Wiseman’s Multiplier and Diminisher concepts, this conversation focuses on the ways leaders unintentionally diminish those around them. Wiseman calls these leaders the Accidental Diminishers—well-intentioned leaders who may not even realize that they are having a diminishing impact. In this episode, you can learn how to: 1) Identify your Accidental Diminisher tendencies, 2) Deal with a Diminisher
Jun 4, 2018 • 40:47
Albert Tate
Leaders who are told to "leave it all on the field" are often left burned out with nothing to give. But what if there were a different way to lead? In this episode, Albert Tate, pastor of Fellowship Monrovia, explains that our job is to prepare what we have, surrender it to God and allow Him to multiply our efforts.
Apr 30, 2018 • 31:11
Carly Fiorina
What is leadership? A fully-defined framework can help leaders understand what is required of them to move their organization into the future. In this episode, Carly Fiorina, former CEO of Hewlett-Packard, shares her leadership framework by defining the four critical functions of leadership.
Apr 16, 2018 • 35:25