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Authentic Leadership for Everyday People is the podcast where we investigate the connection between effective leadership and authenticity. If you are looking for inspiration and tips on how to become a better leader by being your true self, you are in the right place. The word authenticity is overused and can feel abstract, but when you look at its true meaning, it has a very practical and pretty clear cut application to leadership. Authentic means “the true self”. Authentic leaders clearly ...
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Rachel Labi is the co-founder of Building Financial Freedom, an organization that develops financial literacy programs for youth. As she discusses her journey from advocating for mandatory personal finance education in Indiana to founding Building Financial Freedom she builds a strong case for the necessity of systemic changes in financial educatio…
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Anthony Frasier is the CEO and Founder of ABF Creative, a media company specialized in multicultural audio content for children. Starting out right after high-school, Anthony followed a unique entrepreneurial path, going from tech to educating fellow entrepreneurs to entrepreneur in residence and podcast producer. We talked about the mental resilie…
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Our guest today is Simon T Bailey, anAward-winning keynote speaker, coach, and author who spent his formative years working in the hospitality business, working for companies like Hyatt and Disney. In our conversation, we discussed Simon’s approach to leadership and developing people and his fascinating journey. Simon’s story began as the classic A…
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Today's guest is Kelly Campbell, a former CEO turned Trauma-Informed Leadership Coach. She is also the author of Heal to Lead: Revolutionizing Leadership through Trauma Healing (Wiley), an inspired keynote speaker and a longtime conservationisttrained by Al Gore as a Climate Reality Leader in 2017. In this candid and raw interview, Kelly discusses …
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Some business expressions become so overused that they end up losing their meaning. At the end of every episode of Authentic Leadership for Everyday People I ask my guests what is the business jargon that drives them crazy. It's a question that was designed to get to know them a little better, and maybe be a little irreverent. What I learned 140 ep…
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Our guest today is Amy Vaughan, owner and Chief Empowerment Officer of Together Digital, a professional community whose purpose is to educate and empower women within digital and provide them with network where they can help each other succeed in digital. In our conversation Amy shares her journey from the healthcare sector to advertising to joinin…
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Yasmeen Abu Fraiha is a medical doctor currently completing a clinical fellowship in critical care at BIDMC in Boston, combined with a research fellowship at the Middle East Initiative at Harvard Kennedy School. She is also a board member of the New Israel Fund, a progressive organization whose aim is to advance liberal democracy, including freedom…
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Today's guest is Dr. Amanda Blake, a Body/Mind leadership coach, founder of Embright and author of the book Your Body Is Your Mind. We discuss her unique career path that marries the intricacies of mind-body science with the art of leadership and behavior change. We started with a very honest discussion of what it took her to find her true calling,…
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Christian "Boo" Boucousis is the CEO of Afterburner and a former fighter pilot for the Royal Australian Air Force. In our discussion he talks about his personal history, the key components of the training fighter pilots go through, and how the leadership traits developed through this training apply in every environment. What you will hear are not t…
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Greg Bedard of Boston Sports Journal joins us for a candid discussion on his shift from a traditional sports journalism career to forging his own path in the digital media world. We navigate the highs and lows of starting a subscription-based sports website amidst an industry shrinking and in turmoil. With a focus on authenticity and reader engagem…
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Today we talk about leadership, partnerships and co-founders. Our guest is Annie Garofalo, Founder and CEO of Confidante. She specializes in preventing co-founder conflicts. Her approach is a combination of her experience as a co-founder herself and a rigorous academic background. In our discussion we covered all the steps to building a successful …
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How does stress impact leaders? In today's episode host Dino Cattaneo shares a framework and areas of intervention to manage stress as an individual and as the leader of an organization. This episode was inspired by this LinkedIn post by Erica Seidel. - 16 Affirmations. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: al4ep.com Quoted in this podcast: Eri…
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Humor is a very powerful leadership tool. In today's episode we celebrate April's Fool with a discussion of 6 principles to use humor effectively in a leadership or corporate context. I also share a portion of a conversation with Bill Prinzivalli about the connection between improv comedy and leadership. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Bill Prinziv…
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Our guest today is Debora Spar professor and Business In Global Society Unit Head at Harvard Business School. She is here to discuss a course called The Social Purpose of The Firm that is required in the first year curriculum of the MBA program. In our conversation we discussed the origin of this course, why it’s important that all students go thro…
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When the line between corporate power and societal responsibility blurs, leaders must navigate the terrain with both integrity and strategic insight. Join me, Dino Cattaneo, as we traverse the complex world of leadership in the context of corporate social responsibility. Unpack the history of businesses influencing politics, the essential nature of…
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Today's guest is Stephen Wunker. He is the founder of New Markets Advisors, a firm that specializes in new product introductions. He is also the author of 4 books on innovation and disruption. In our conversation we discussed his career, from consulting to successful global tech entrepreneur and back to consulting, and how he developed his vision o…
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Anna Goldsmith is the founder of The Hired Pens, a copywriting agency, and the producer of TedX Portsmouth. She shares her creative leadership journey, from balancing art and business to the influence of poetry classes on her copywriting skills. She reveals her process of finding the right partner in business, emphasizing the importance of shared g…
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Today our guest is Pam Prior, who helps us examine leadership through a financial lens. Pam is a CFO-turned-entrepreneur and finance coach, and her mission is to make finance fun and valuable for small business owners. Drawing on her 30-year career, she shares insights on building leadership, creating a fun yet productive work environment, and the …
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Stephen Klein returns for the second half of our conversation. As a reminder, Stephen is an entrepreneur and AI expert whose journey weaves through academia, business, and innovation, and he is responsible for the creation of Curiouser.AI. In this second half, Stephen pivots his focus to the innovative world of AI and the essence of being a "crazy …
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Our guest today is Stephen Klein, an entrepreneur and AI expert whose journey weaves through academia, business, and innovation. Discover Stephen’s unique path, from teaching at Berkeley to shaping digital transformation at the world's largest law firm. Stephen discusses his various ventures, including the creation of Curiouser.AI, challenging the …
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Jason Downie, is the US CEO of Making Science. From his early days touring with a cappella group Ball In The House while consulting part time at Bain to navigating the corporate landscape at Google, Jason's career is a captivating blend of music, consulting, and leadership that challenges conventional CEO narratives. Join us as we explore the pivot…
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This is a solo episode in which Dino analyzes Bill Belichick's tenure as a head coach of the New England Patriots and lists the lessons that can be learned from how it ended. Lou Gerstner's interview on how to turnaround companies that are in a crisis after an extended period of success. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: al4ep.com Authentic…
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Our guest today is Ginevra Bersani, an Italian economist and co-author of "Il Costo della Virilità" the winner of the Premio Nazionale di Divulgazione Scientifica 2023. Ginevra and her research partner Lucile Peytavin started from data showing that 83% of convicted criminals in Italy is male. Defining masculinity as the social construct with which …
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Jason Thompson, is the Founder and CEO of 33 Sticks. He is an expert in data and analytics, but what makes him unique is the fact that he built his business around the leadership principles of humanity and empathy. In this episode, we delve into Jason's journey, exploring the roots of his discontent within the Machiavellian landscape of corporate A…
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This episode is Part Two of my conversation with Nico Cattaneo, the talented composer behind our podcast theme music, my son, and a rising young comedian in New York City. If you missed Part One, be sure to check out Episode 120, before diving into this episode. In this installment, we delve into the diverse tiers of the comedy scene and the differ…
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Today's guest is Nico Cattaneo, the author of the podcast theme music. He is also my son and a comedian. He takes us for a behind the scenes look at the life of a comedian in New York. We talk about how he realized he wanted to be a comedian, how he took his first steps in that world. We discuss the role of open mics play in helping comedians devel…
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Today, my guest is a dear old friend and great creative leader. Lynn Pulsifer is the owner and Chief Creative of Salty Cactus Creative. We talk about how to develop and build creativity, for yourself and for the teams you lead. Lynn shares her experiences as a boutique agency owner, her insights on adaptation, the creative process, and the delicate…
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Today, we talk to Uriya Rosenman, an Israeli teacher and Sameh Zakout, a Palestinian singer and actor. As the founders of the DUGRI Project, a social venture dedicated to amplifying a moderate Israeli-Palestinian narrative, they aim to forge a mutually beneficial future through music, content, education, and community building, fostering unity amon…
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Join me today as I chat with Gaia van der Esch about her latest book, "​​Leading Our Way: How Women Are Re-Defining Leadership." In our discussion, we delve into the profiles of seven modern women leaders, emphasizing crucial skills like optimism, curiosity, consistency, authenticity, freedom, integrity, and circularity. The book's emphasis on thes…
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Today, we are talking with Don Martelli, As President and Partner of the Belfort Group, Don is deeply immersed in the realms of integrated digital marketing, creative services, web development, public relations and communications. Throghout his career, Don has developed an approach to leadership based on authenticity and storytelling. Don shares hi…
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Today's guest is Mosongo Moukwa, the President of Hathaway Advanced Materials and the bestselling author of the book "Be a Leader of Significance." In his long career, Mosongo has been on two parallel journeys. First, a global journey from Congo to Belgium to Canada to the US and more. Second, a professional journey, from pure science and research …
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In this special Thanksgiving episode, I'm thrilled to introduce my guest Scarlet Keys, a celebrated songwriter, esteemed educator at Berklee College of Music, TED talk speaker, and author. Over the past three years, Scarlet courageously faced a challenging health journey, discovering the transformative power of gratitude along the way. Join us as S…
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Today, I sat down with Jeff Bender, the CEO, and Founder of Lion and Owll, a company that designs gender-neutral, chic, and comfy kids' clothing, a business he launched in an effort to create a safe, inclusive, and self-confident environment for all children after learning that his daughter is transgender. During our conversation, we explored Jeff'…
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Today's episode is special, coinciding with Veterans Day week. In Episode 27 in January 2022, I interviewed Navy chaplain Brandon Harding who introduced me to 23rd Veteran—a unique mental health program for veterans dedicated to providing a unique mental health program for veterans coping with trauma. After volunteering as a coach for their program…
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Our guest today is Melissa Kwon, co-founder and CEO of eWebinar. Melissa is a 3x bootstrapper navigating the entrepreneurial world while embracing the digital nomad lifestyle. In our discussion, she talked about finding her authenticity and how that shaped her approach to leadership and entrepreneurship. She explained why the bootstrapping path was…
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Our guest today Tangia Al-awaji Estrada a storyteller, business builder, and PR consultant. She co-founded BIPOC Podcast Creators, the premier resource for black, indigenous people of color-identified creators across the podcasting space. In our conversation, we discussed what it took her to find the right calling, the pivotal event that made her s…
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Our guest today is Debi Kleiman, a veteran of Boston's startup/marketing/high-technology scene. Debi is currently working at Harvard University supporting faculty who are starting AI and Machine Learning ventures. As the author of "First Pitch," and a seasoned startup leader, Debi offers invaluable insights into the entrepreneurial world. In our co…
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In today's episode I celebrate my birthday by reflecting on the leadership lessons I learned from my father. I also talk about my birthday tradition of organizing a Daniel Pearl Music Day show in October. This year's event is the 11th annual event and will be held at The Burren in Somerville, MA. Because Daniel Pearl events are also a reminder of t…
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We had many entrepreneurs come through the podcast, so the theme today is entrepreneurship. We’ll cover topics like how and when to take the jump, what is important at the beginning, and how to think about finding the right partners. We will hear from 4 people: Alisa Cohn from episode 12, Jackie Hermes from episode 24, Dan Huerter a very recent gue…
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In this episode we go back to the interviews with Debora Spar and Roger Brown and take out some of the key lessons from leading in higher education that can be applied to other organizations. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: al4ep.com Additional Guest Links: For Debora Spar: Episode 18 of the Podcast For Roger Brown: Episode 30 of The Podc…
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Today, I’m sitting down with Jazzy T. Williams, CEO and Founder of the JazzCast Pros Network a platform that provides a unique space for thought leaders to resonate with a global, niche audience. Focused on leadership and self-development, the network's mission is to educate, empower, and inspire women and people of color, fostering social equity, …
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Join me in this engaging discussion with fellow leadership coach Whitney Hinshaw Sullivan as we examine the vital role of empathy in leadership and how too much empathy can be just as damaging as too little. We discuss the necessity of maintaining boundaries on compassion and the courage required for difficult conversations. We tackle the challenge…
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Today's episode is an anthology of the best answer to the question : what food inspires you? The guests highlight the powerful connection between food, roots, identity and authentic leadership. Featuring: Rishad Tobaccowala, Jean Batthany, Rand Fishkin, Gabriella Arcadu, Francesca Gargaglia, Laura Cesaro, Gaia Van Der Esch, Daniella Rabbani, Rony S…
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Daniel Huerter went from working at a Fortune 500 software to becoming an entrepreneurial trailblazer who dove into the cannabis / CBD startup realm, as the Co-Founder of Pure Spectrum CBD. Daniel shares his journey, what it means to him to be an authentic leader, his mission-driven approach to the industry, and how a conflict with his own value le…
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Gaia van der Esch was nominated for the Forbes 30 under 30 a few years ago and is currently the Managing Director of 3ZERO, an organization working to make the world three zero: zero exclusion, zero carbon, and zero poverty. Gaia is the author of the soon-to-be-released “​​Leading Our Way: How Women Are Re-Defining Leadership.” Gaia discusses the m…
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In this special milestone Episode number 100, we take a moment to reflect on an incredible journey and express our heartfelt gratitude to you, our dedicated listeners. Today we're celebrating authenticity and its profound meaning to each of us. Listen in as I invite you to look back at how embracing one's unique expression of authenticity has paved…
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Michel Cohen is the visionary, CEO, and Founder of DentalPro, Italy's largest Professional Dentist Clinic Group, boasting over €200 million in sales, 2500 employees, and 265 clinics and offering accessibility to quality dental care across the country. Michel shares how his leadership philosophy and passion for growth have shaped the culture of Dent…
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Vyra Scher is a transgender Asian immigrant woman who launched LECHERY® an affordable luxury brand offering gender-neutral European hosiery, socks, and shapewear at just 20 years old. In less than two years, the business has grown from 0 to $15 Million with 100,000 loyal customers and availability at major retailers such as Target, Kohl's, Nordstro…
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Today we talk to Isabella Mandis, Founder and CEO of Girls Who VC and sophomore at Havard, proof that age is no barrier to making a positive difference in the world of VC. Isabella shares her inspiring journey into authentic leadership and starting Girls Who VC just seven months ago, her insights into navigating challenges, embracing opportunities,…
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Today we talk to Mike Sweeney, Chief Strategy Officer at RallyBright, and executive coach and a seasoned leader with a distinguished career that includes serving in the military before transitioning to the corporate world. Mike has a passion for coaching leaders, accelerating organizational change, and building and leading high-performing teams. Mi…
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