Best New Tools Podcasts (2024)

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The Human-Centric Leader with Rachel Anderson 46:05

1M ago46:05

46:05

In this captivating episode, Aaron sits down with Rachel Anderson, the visionary behind The Human Centric Leader, to uncover the transformative impact of prioritizing people over profits. Dive deep into Rachel's journey, exploring how her experiences shaped a revolutionary approach to leadership that delivers both business success and employee fulf…

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The Power of Differentiation with Barry Labov 37:20

2M ago37:20

37:20

Leadership expert Barry Labov shares game-changing insights from his new book "The Power of Differentiation." Dive into the transformative power of celebrating what makes you and your team uniquely remarkable. Uncover the secrets to winning hearts, minds, and market share by fostering a culture of vulnerability, authenticity, and mutual respect. Ba…

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Authentic Leadership in College Athletics with Dr. Ryan Hall 25:11

3M ago25:11

25:11

Dr. Ryan Hall shares his authentic approach to leadership and fundraising, emphasizing the importance of building genuine relationships, embracing change, and passionately investing in the development of student-athletes at Rice University. His insights inspire listeners to lead with purpose, adaptability, and a commitment to empowering those aroun…

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Building a Culture of Engaged Leaders at National Exchange Bank 33:10

3M ago33:10

33:10

Banks walk a delicate tightrope today: they need to be engaging to attract and retain customers across generations, but also maintain a fortress-like security to combat fraud. National Exchange Bank and Trust cracked the code on increasing engagement, building a strong customer base, and keeping customers' wallets safe. Tammy Pitts and Tami Christi…

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Creativity, Collaboration, and Story with Jeff Dunn 25:27

4M ago25:27

25:27

Jeff is an incredible dad, a great guy to coach basketball with, and now a published author. He's wrapped up a successful Kickstarter campaign for his new book, A Buffalo Out of Water. And now it's time to share the story with the world. After Jeff and his wife, Whitney became the proud parents of two great kids, a rare genetic syndrome led them to…

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Leading Through Change: A Conversation on Transformation with Chris Barras 34:20

4M ago34:20

34:20

Navigating change is not a choice; it's all around us. Chris Barras joins the show to discuss transformation at both personal and community levels as we experience change. Chris' experiences in Richmond come from observing transformation over the past 18 years. Watching communities change has given Chris a peak into leading change in corporate sett…

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From Immigrant Roots to Public Health and Politics with Dr. Danny Avula 38:08

4M ago38:08

38:08

Dr. Danny Avula shares his inspiring leadership journey from his roots as an immigrant child from India to top roles in public health and social services in Virginia. Danny dives into how experiences like moving to an underserved community influenced his approach to serving communities. Avula also reflects on key lessons like listening to lived exp…

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Lessons from Sports Leadership with Greg Burton 41:11

4M ago41:11

41:11

Dive into Greg Burton's journey in sports leadership, revealing key traits of effective leaders and the impact of VCU's Center for Sports Leadership. Why it matters: Burton's insights offer a unique perspective on leadership, emphasizing authenticity, resilience, and the power of empowering others, alongside the success of VCU's program in shaping …

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Finding Your Summit: Using Adventure to Achieve Your Goals with Dr. Jennie Draper 32:32

5M ago32:32

32:32

Have you ever wondered what it takes to lead others to the top of the world's highest peaks? Dr. Jennie Draper, an OBGYN and adventurer, has summited Mount Everest base camp, climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and embarked on adventure around the globe. She shares invaluable leadership lessons learned from her Sherpa guides in Nepal, and how facing the challe…

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Get Your Laundry Done: Building a Business Around Our Least Favorite Chore with Dan Feliciano 38:35

6M ago38:35

38:35

Name something 70% of us have in common. There aren’t many things, but our common dislike of doing laundry is one of them. Founder Dan Feliciano and his team put together a gameplan, finding a mutual win-win between busy families looking to take back time, workers in the gig economy who don’t mind doing laundry and have extra capacity in their wash…

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Finding Inspiration Through Continuous Curiosity with Karen Brown 29:20

8M ago29:20

29:20

Karen Brown keeps reinventing herself by using a "spark of inspiration". Do you know anyone else who has competed in the Ironman, taken on 60’s and 70’s rock on the electric guitar, and transferred that success to their work? Karen employs scientifically-based methods to help leaders identify and address their blind spots by understanding how our b…

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Navigating Cultural Identity: Building Bridges in the Middle School Years 32:51

8M ago32:51

32:51

Two fathers reflect on their experiences navigating cultural identity and relationships in middle school. Jim and Aaron discuss the challenges of feeling excluded due to cultural differences and share strategies for building understanding across diverse communities. Listeners will learn practical tips for cultivating curiosity, asking thoughtful qu…

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Building Positive Work with Dr. Joey Faucette 31:11

8M ago31:11

31:11

What if you could increase revenue and productivity with positivity? Positive culture architect Dr. Joey Faucette joins us to dive into the 5 core practices of positive culture. You’ll walk out of today’s episode ready to bring positive culture to life in your workplace. Dr. Joey mentions the global rise of sadness, which Jeremie Kubicek highlighte…

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Leading with Clear Expectations 13:23

9M ago13:23

13:23

It’s easy for expectations to get lost. Expectations are important. We all have them, we all need them. We can take our expectations to a new level on our way to building high-performing teams. And we can become leaders people want to follow when we deliver Clear Expectations. On this episode, Aaron unpacks our new Clear Expectations tool. Reflecti…

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Breaking Cultural Barriers: Unleashing the Power of Diversity with Dr. Sarah-Soonling Blackburn 46:50

11M ago46:50

46:50

After we finished recording, I told Sarah she is one of the most humble yet smartest people I know. Dr. Sarah-Soonling Blackburn has a PhD and decades of experience teaching and coaching teachers. Now, she brings this conversation about her background, her unique life story and experience with a mom who is Asian, a dad who is white American, and th…

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Sports Tourism + Building a New Generation of Young Athletes 43:25

11M ago43:25

43:25

This episode feels like 3 friends sitting down, taking a trip down memory lane. While we talk about our own sports careers, Doug also lays out what the current sports tourism industry means for building a new generation of young athletes. Doug's career journey highlights the importance of feedback, the vital role of effective communication, and the…

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Bridging the Gap: Asian Leaders in Western Workplaces [ALLYSHIP CHANNEL] 37:37

12M ago37:37

37:37

Jim H. Lee and Aaron Lee talk about the cultural challenges that Asian employees face when working in Western workplaces. Drawing from personal experiences, they highlight how crucial it is for managers to understand and appreciate cultural differences. They suggest how managers can empower Asian employees to think critically and contribute their o…

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Mastering Emotional Regulation: The Key to Trustworthy Leadership 40:25

12M ago40:25

40:25

Former college athlete and strength coach David Kitchen, aka "Kitch," discusses his transition from being a college strength and conditioning coach to focusing on his leadership consulting business. Kitch shares his personal journey, his challenges, and the decision to step away from coaching. Kitch emphasizes the importance of building relationshi…

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The Communication Code with Jeremie Kubicek 38:57

12M ago38:57

38:57

Best-selling author Jeremie Kubicek joins us to discuss his upcoming book "The Communication Code." Jeremie explains the importance of effective communication in relationships, introducing the concept of a communication code consisting of five words that represent different communication needs. We need to understand and meet expectations in relatio…

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Unleashing the true potential of allyship: building bridges in the 21st century 34:08

1y ago34:08

34:08

Co-host Jim H. Lee joined Aaron to discuss their experiences growing up in the United States and the cultural differences they encountered. Jim is Korean-American, Aaron is white. They delve into the importance of recognizing biases and fostering allyship in the modern world. Jim reflects on the challenges of navigating cultural differences as a Ko…

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Effective Communication for Healthcare Leaders with Becky Wolfe 40:56

1y ago40:56

40:56

Ever been frustrated with your healthcare experience? Every conversation I have with Becky Wolfe gives me hope for the future of what is happening in health care. Becky's work as a health care practitioner turned leadership coach and consultant is inspirational. She gives me hope that there is a path forward. There is a way where we can find hope a…

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Mindset and Performance for Athletes + Leaders with Kevin DeShazo 49:01

1y ago49:01

49:01

Kevin DeShazo on social media will undoubtedly encourage you, equip you, and give you insights on leadership. As Kevin talks about in this episode, he has been diving into mindset and the power of how your mind can go to work for you. Kevin's work as founder of Better has taken him to some of the highest-profile Division 1 college programs and the …

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The Road to Division 1: Coach Grant Leonard's Blueprint for a Champion Program 36:06

1y ago36:06

36:06

What happens when you take one of the winningest Division 2 men's basketball programs, promote your assistant coach to head coach to replace a retiring legend, and move to Division 1 all in the same off-season. In the case of Queens University men's basketball, you accomplish a lot. The dedication, and the focus of Coach Grant Leonard is truly extr…

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From High School to High Profits: Ava Juergens and the entrepreneurial journey 20:46

1y ago20:46

20:46

Ava Juergens is an incredible, trailblazing entrepreneur. She started real estate investing at 15 while still in high school and founded an investment company, achieving a staggering $900,000 in assets. By the time she finished her junior year and graduated high school. Then driven by her desire to inspire and assist others, Ava took to social medi…

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Lasso Leadership Playbook: Lessons from the Sewer 15:28

1+ y ago15:28

15:28

Before being nominated for 61 Primetime Emmy Awards. Ted Lasso was a short, silly sketch created by Jason Sudeikis for NBC Sports. What can an American football coach teach us about leadership through a British football, i.e., a soccer club? Well, it turns out a lot. In an endearing, funny, almost outlandish kind of way, Coach Lasso will truly make…

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Unleashing the Power of Collaboration: Eradicating Human Trafficking Together with Safe House Project 29:26

1+ y ago29:26

29:26

Human trafficking is one of the hardest issues facing our world today. It's challenging. It's heartbreaking. And the details of what survivors are going through will truly eat at your core. We're talking to Brittany Dunn, the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer at Safe House Project, an organization that's going to give you hope about this issue…

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Buillding a Positive Team Culture with Coach Tim Taylor 36:32

1+ y ago36:32

36:32

From middle school principal to college basketball coach, Coach Tim Taylor's experiences shape how he leads the women's basketball program at the US Naval Academy. Coach Taylor brings key lessons that have shaped his approach to leadership and discusses the importance of focusing on the process rather than just the results. Coach Taylor also addres…

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Building Brands and Careers for Athletes: The Transformative Power of Athletics with Ryan Schachtner 33:08

1+ y ago33:08

33:08

Intro Ryan's journey took a turn when a career-ending injury shattered his dreams of playing professional baseball. But instead of giving up, he pivoted and started a financial planning firm specializing in helping professional athletes with their financial challenges. Now, he's extending his expertise to college student-athletes, focusing on build…

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Navigating the New Era of College Athletics with Coach Sean O'Regan 37:57

1+ y ago37:57

37:57

Picture this: you're a leader navigating the ever-changing world of college athletics. How do you set down roots in a community and build a successful program? Coach Sean O'Regan, head women's basketball coach at James Madison University, has the answer. In this episode, Coach Regan shares his unique journey and the importance of having the right s…

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Learning to Lead and Win in the Digital World 32:28

1+ y ago32:28

32:28

If ChatGPT has reminded us of anything, it’s this: the world will never be the same. And if the world’s changing, shoudn’t our leadership look different too? Today we dive into Learning to Lead and Win in the Digital World, taking a look at what is the same and what needs to change in order for you to lead + win in this new, digital world. Show Out…

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Leadercast 2023: Human Intelligence 24:24

1+ y ago24:24

24:24

The New Generation Leader podcast hosts a live recording in front of the Leadercast Richmond audience. The panelists, Steve Perky, Bryan Berry, and Jerry Howard, discuss the impact of the digital age on leadership and stress the importance of human intelligence and connection in this ever-evolving world. They emphasize the need for leaders to build…

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Reaching Your Goals: Navigating the Challenges of Modern Life with Ashlee Livingstone 48:40

1+ y ago48:40

48:40

How do we get back to the core of who we are? Can we figure out our own personal goals, ambitions, and prioritize those in a way that maybe they actually come to fruition? Ashlee Livingstone is back from Episode 27 from Our Forte has been doing a lot of work on breathing and those core rhythms, habits, behaviors, that might actually get us to a pla…

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Positive Psychology for Leaders: Unlocking Your Potential 38:50

1+ y ago38:50

38:50

You need to be a different leader for each person. One size fits all leadership is really not where we're heading. It's what we had in the past The old paradigm is what we're moving out of, and that's not gonna fly. Some people need more autonomy, some people need more equity, some people may need more of a relationship, and other people don't. It'…

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Blue Shirt Leadership with Kyle Gillette 34:04

1+ y ago34:04

34:04

What's the difference in the culture between your frontline employees and your leaders and executives? According to Kyle Gillette, it comes down to the Blue Shirt Leadership Framework. Here on The New Generation Leader, we talk about leadership and culture being for everyone. We want everyone to feel like they have a seat at the table, and an oppor…

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From Fry Cook to Franchise Leader: Lessons in People Leadership 37:05

1+ y ago37:05

37:05

From fry cook to General Manager, Laura's first steps on her career path led her to truly transformational people leadership. After stops at major restaurants and retailers like Apple and Starbucks, Laura has shifted gears and has accolades like top-selling leadership author and international guest speaker on her resume. Show Outline 0:00 - How Lau…

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Closing the Healthcare Mental Health Gap: How Healthcare Leaders Can Provide What the Workforce Needs with J. Corey Feist 28:39

1+ y ago28:39

28:39

Doctors and nurses are struggling in record numbers, but the system is working against them. Join J. Corey Feist, Founder of the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes' Foundation, in exploring the issues and strategies needed to bridge the gap between what healthcare workers need and what leaders think they are providing. The COVID-19 pandemic has only highlighte…

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Choosing Progress Over Perfection: A Guide to Learning From Mistakes with Bryan Barley 32:15

1+ y ago32:15

32:15

We all make mistakes—sometimes more than we’d like to admit. But mistakes don’t have to hinder our growth and success. Instead, they can be an opportunity to learn and push ourselves to improve. Bryan Barley joins us in this episode to explore how you can use the challenges and embrace the clumsiness of your life to better yourself and your journey…

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Asian Leadership Ally 14:32

1+ y ago14:32

14:32

Our episode recaps focus on Aaron's reflections from this week's episode. In this recap, Aaron gives more background on his own call to be an Asian Leadership Ally and how you can elevate the voices around you. This episode recaps Episode 34, Breaking Through the Asian Leadership Ceiling with Jim Lee. Episode 34 Show Notes…

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Breaking Through the Asian Leadership Ceiling 34:39

1+ y ago34:39

34:39

Understanding the perspectives of others is key to breaking through the Asian Leadership Ceiling. Jim H. Lee, founder of B-SPOKE, highlights their unique coaching platform and offers insights on leading and effectively leveraging your team's power. Jim also shares his secrets to fully hearing and knowing your team. Show Outline 1:18 - Jim’s backgro…

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Find Your Leadership Mind Shift: Lessons from an Entrepreneur and Coach 43:03

1+ y ago43:03

43:03

This episode features a thought-provoking discussion with Darrell Evans, an accomplished marketing professional, entrepreneur, and executive coach who shares his expertise and real-world experiences. From having fun at work to staying focused on what matters in the digital age, this episode covers a wide range of mind shifts relevant to emerging an…

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Optimizing People Potential for Peak Performance and Retention 31:42

1+ y ago31:42

31:42

Human performance can be a mystery. We can't control it, and every individual is unique and different. How can we unlock team performance and bring the best out of our people? And how do we navigate the biggest shift in the last two years? Claire Chandler joins us to walk through ways to unlock team performance and bring out the best in employees, …

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The Three C's of Self-Leadership: A Guide to Becoming an Effective Executive 26:17

1+ y ago26:17

26:17

Dr. Benjamin Ritter addresses one of the biggest challenges that leaders face: getting started on a new idea. Many of us have great ideas, but we may not know how to implement them. To overcome this challenge, the speaker suggests identifying what is holding you back and taking steps to overcome it. It's time to take action and pursue your ideas, n…

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Unlock Your Leadership Potential as a Modern Man 32:25

1+ y ago32:25

32:25

Coach Jeff shares his personal story and journey as a coach, helping men navigate the challenges of being a man in today's society. He delves into topics such as finding peace and well-being beyond daily tasks, understanding what it means to be a man today, and how to bring unique traits and abilities to the table healthily. He also touches on inte…

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Navigate the Challenge of Hiring the Right Team 27:18

1+ y ago27:18

27:18

Cena shares her insights on the challenges of balancing work and personal life, especially when it comes to raising kids. Through her work with clients and her own career, she sees the challenges organizations have today. Cena also shares her thoughts on how to hire the right people for your business. Let's dive into Cena's valuable insights and ti…

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Influencing and Leading Change 32:27

2y ago32:27

32:27

Change is coming around every corner. How do we prepare for what's next? In this wide-ranging conversation, Jim and Aaron discuss crisis, preparation, and building rhythms to prepare for what's next. Jim Frawley is the founder and CEO of Bellwether and specializes in helping corporations maximize their efficiency and enhance their growth. Show Note…

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New Year, New Leadership: Setting Goals and Priorities for the Future 30:03

2y ago30:03

30:03

A new year, new possibilities. What we can do and accomplish this year? How we can prioritize, clarify, and set goals? Ashlee Livingstone is a combination of energy, creativity, and passion. She's known for her original ideas executed with a thoughtful logistical approach helping her bring out the best in every undertaking. Let's build your best ye…

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The Future of Talent Management 22:32

2y ago22:32

22:32

Imagine a professional who is a talented expert in their field, yet has no leadership abilities. What happens when they get promoted? Let's build the future of Talent Management to build stronger organizations. Welcome to our conversation with Noel DiBona. Show Summary 1:57 - The importance of demystifying the human system and how it relates to the…

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The Power of People Analytics: Using Data to Enhance Your Leadership Skills 27:24

2y ago27:24

27:24

Culture is the glue that binds an organization together. Build a strong culture, and your organization will be successful. Navigating culture in the 21st century builds on the New Generation Leader framework - communication, generations, change. Analyzing our culture with data allows for stronger organizations. Zoe Fragou is an organizational psych…

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Stop Surviving and Start Building Your Life with Carla Reeves 23:18

2y ago23:18

23:18

Ready to release the pressure on yourself? How do you break cycles of urgency and conquer the myth of over-responsibility? Carla Reeves joins the podcast to discuss her journey to stop merely surviving and build a life with more power and influence. Download the show notes at NewGenerationLeader.com/24. Show Outline 1:12 - What was the turning poin…

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Defining Leadership in an Insurtech Company with Logan Wease 18:30

2y ago18:30

18:30

What does it take to launch and lead an Insurtech company? Logan Wease joins us to discuss leadership, failure, and how he has grown We Insure Things, a ground-breaking new company. Download the show notes at NewGenerationLeader.com/23 0:00 - Who is Logan Wease and what is he up to? 3:00 - Who was one of the most impactful leaders he spent time aro…

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