Best Don Yaeger Podcasts (2024)

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AmeriLife Executive Brian Peterson says: When you think you have communicated enough, communicate one more time. 26:04

2d ago26:04

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Ep. 186: Basketball shaped Brian, who was the President and CEO of TruChoice Financial Group. He was the architect behind its construction before accepting his role at AmeriLife. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don’s favorite quotes from today’s episode and a reflection question so you can apply Brian’s insights. --- Looking for a spea…

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EY Global CEO Carmine Di Sibio teaches how to develop a mentoring culture 35:44

9d ago35:44

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Ep. 185: Baseball shaped this leader originally from Italy, who manages a global workforce of 400,000 team members serving clients in 150 countries and generated an impressive $50 billion in revenue last year. You will learn lessons in: Turning mentorship into an expectation in your organization’s promotion structure. Using onboarding to hire emplo…

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LKQ Corporation Executive Genevieve Dombrowski wants to help you “steal” a victory 36:45

16d ago36:45

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Ep. 184: Ashland University basketball shaped this HR exec who learned a lesson in preparation while racking up double digit steals game after game. “I would study film of the point guard as she was running down looking over to the coach and calling the play, so I knew exactly where they were going to pass it,” she shared. Now she’s studying what h…

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Dimensional Fund Advisors Co-CEO Dave Butler says: Take something off your boss’ desk and bring it back better than expected 41:51

23d ago41:51

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Ep. 183: Cal Basketball shaped Dave who was drafted by the Boston Celtics, only to be denied an NBA career because of a player’s strike and injury. But he pivoted to a career in finance and now serves as Co-CEO of Dimensional Fund Advisors. In the 25 years since he joined, the firm has grown from $10 billion in assets under management to nearly $70…

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Target CEO Brian Cornell asks: How can you immerse yourself with your team? 40:02

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Ep. 182: As a four-sport athlete, sports was one area that provided a level-playing field for Brian who grew up in Queens raised by his mom and grandparents. Coaching high school football helped pay his way through UCLA and now the chair and CEO of one of America’s most iconic companies, nearly 2,000-store Target, just shakes his head in wonder as …

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Florida Blue President and CEO Pat Geraghty wants you to “Make it a great day!” 41:16

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Ep. 181: Colgate Football shaped this leader whose family of companies serves more than 38.5 million people. You will learn how to model calm presence and total responsibility to your team when these qualities are needed most. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes Don’s favorite quotes from today’s episode and a reflection question so you ca…

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Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph reveals the four words behind every company policy he created 46:44

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Ep. 180: Baseball shaped the founder of the company that grew to more than 250 million subscribers and fundamentally altered how the world experienced media. Lessons include: What playing second base taught Marc about the importance of good daily habits. Why Netflix decided to have no vacation policy or travel policy. How to develop managers to be …

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Good Sports CEO Melissa Harper asks: Can you reduce your mission to a bumper sticker? 31:50

2M ago31:50

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Ep. 179: Field Hockey at the University of Pennsylvania shaped this non-profit leader. Good Sports – “a food bank for sporting goods” – just hit their $100 million donation milestone. If you are a leader who wants to learn how to make a larger impact through your clearly defined mission, you have much to learn from Melissa’s experience building Goo…

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H&R Block CEO Jeff Jones Reveals the Best Way to Begin Team Meetings 37:23

2M ago37:23

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Ep. 178: Baseball and basketball shaped Jeff who leads 60,000 global tax professionals. While he doesn’t do his own taxes, Jeff does “file” several practical tips in this episode including: The best way to begin team meetings by “checking in” and “checking out” How to frame questions that are “provocative” but also productive rather than aggressive…

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Aflac U.S. President Virgil Miller encourages you to walk your own process 46:24

2M ago46:24

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Ep. 177: Baseball, football, and fencing in college shaped this leader who has received 30 promotions during his decades-long career—showcasing his determination to equip those around him with a team-first mindset that produced an impact across the company. You will learn: The critical business lesson he learned from taking a called third strike du…

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AOL Founder Steve Case asks: Imaginer or Manager? The one thing entrepreneurs must consider 25:27

2M ago25:27

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Ep. 176: Steve found himself on the basketball court with Barack Obama growing up in Hawaii! His competitive spirit was on display when he co-founded AOL and lead the second largest merger of all time with the blending of new media AOL and old media Time Warner. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and reflection que…

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StretchLab President Verdine Baker gives you 5 ways to foster meaningful relationships at work 37:33

3M ago37:33

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Ep. 175: Soccer shaped this leader who joined StretchLab when there were three franchise locations. Today, there are more than 400 studios across North America and 900 licensed locations globally, making them the global leader in assisted stretching. He offers numerous tips including: How to use the first minute of every meeting to “humanize” the c…

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Best-selling Author Jon Gordon shares “The One Truth” 32:21

3M ago32:21

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Ep. 174: Cornell Lacrosse shaped Jon Gordon who recently released The One Truth: Elevate Your Mind, Unlock Your Power, Heal Your Soul. We discuss ways to keep your team connected, including specific techniques. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and a leadership activity for your team to connect by sharing a hero, …

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Cisco Executive Rachel Barger says: Always keep an open door 38:33

3M ago38:33

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Ep. 173: Field hockey at the University of Delaware and Team USA shaped Rachel’s competitive spirit and teamwork skills that help her lead a dynamic team across 17 countries. You will learn: Four questions she asks employees to foster positive learning conversations with her team. The best way to identify a “diamond in the rough” who may be hiding …

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Former P&G CEO Bob McDonald says: Leadership is the most valuable – and scarce – resource in the world. 47:44

4M ago47:44

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Ep. 172: Football and baseball shaped Bob whose 33 years working for P&G culminated in his role as Chairman, President, and CEO. Under his leadership, P&G added nearly one billion people to its global customer base, and its stock price increased by 60 percent in his four years as CEO. Following his career at P&G, Bob was selected by President Obama…

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Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders on How to Elevate and Dominate: 21 Ways to Win On and Off the Field 43:34

4M ago43:34

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Ep. 171: To celebrate our new book that hits shelves March 12th, Coach Prime and I discuss the mindset that keeps him highly motivated – and highly motivating – after an impressive career. This Pro Football Hall of Famer played 14 seasons in the NFL and nine seasons in Major League Baseball. His 1992 World Series appearance makes him the only athle…

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MasterClass Founder & CEO David Rogier asks: What is your “best failure” of the week? 40:06

4M ago40:06

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Ep. 170: Pickleball fuels the competitive fire of David Rogier who founded the streaming platform that makes it possible for anyone to watch or listen to hundreds of video lessons taught by 200+ of the world's best. In our conversation and DOWNLOADABLE BONUS RESOURCE. You will learn: 5:00 The extraordinary lesson about education passed down to him …

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Longtime Celebrity Cruises CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo: How to make your comeback stronger than your setback. 40:28

4M ago40:28

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Ep. 169: She was the first woman to lead the multi-billion-dollar global company and shares her success didn't come easily. Today we discuss the lessons in her new book, Making Waves: A Woman's Rise to the Top Using Smarts, Heart and Courage. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and reflection questions. Click here t…

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Vistage CEO Sam Reese says: If you want to grow as a leader, box yourself in. 42:16

5M ago42:16

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Ep. 168: CU Boulder Track and Cross Country shaped this CEO who runs a coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses. Today, more than 45,000 members in 35 countries rely on Vistage to help make better decisions for their companies, families, and communities. Learn how to set personal goals around the “Six F’s” of family,…

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Super Bowl Champion David Tyree shares lessons learned before The Helmet Catch 29:57

5M ago29:57

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Ep. 167: Giants Wide Receiver David Tyree’s “helmet catch” immediately went down as one of the iconic moments in Super Bowl lore, but did you know it likely wouldn’t have happened had Eli Manning and Tyree not “connected” earlier as colleagues and teammates? Incredible athletic feats such as this are what Super Bowls are made of; but behind such fe…

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Dexcom CEO Kevin Sayer says: To inspire feedback, start by saying: “Help me!” 42:43

5M ago42:43

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Ep. 166: Basketball shaped the CEO at the helm of the global leader in real-time continuous glucose monitoring for people with diabetes. Kevin’s days coaching have taught him the value of teamwork– lessons he applies to his 8,300 Dexcom employees that go to work to accomplish the mission of empowering people to take control of their health. Our BON…

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Spire Global CEO Peter Platzer challenges you to grow your “change muscle.” 36:43

5M ago36:43

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Ep. 165: Squash shaped this “ex-Wall Street businessman” who quit his job at age 42 and enrolled in the International Space University to pursue his dream. In this episode you will learn how to: Determine the right pace of change for yourself and your organization. Interview new hires for culture as well as competencies using the “two-value” techni…

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Google Executive Sarah Madden Armstrong says: Nobody can honor boundaries they don’t know about 37:41

6M ago37:41

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Ep. 164: Georgetown Volleyball shaped this leader’s career, which includes 20 years at The Coca-Cola Company, where she led Worldwide Agency Operations across 200 countries and was recognized as one of Advertising Age’s “Women to Watch.” In order to create a positive work-life balance, she learned how to set boundaries — but with one proviso. “Boun…

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Tampa Bay Partnership CEO Bemetra Simmons says: To lead you must have a coachable spirit 36:41

6M ago36:41

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Ep. 163: College basketball shaped this leader who was an executive at United Way Suncoast and enjoyed a lucrative career as a banking executive at Wells Fargo and BB&T before landing at Tampa Bay Partnership. “True competitors aren’t actually trying to beat someone else,” she shared. “They are trying to be the best that they can be, and the byprod…

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Creator of The Miracle Morning Hal Elrod teaches you how to achieve level 10 goals 40:03

7M ago40:03

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Ep. 162: Hal was told he would never walk again, and ten years later he ran an Ultra Marathon. The new “Updated & Expanded Edition” of his book The Miracle Morning outlines his six-step morning ritual. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and reflection questions. Click here to download the bonus resource. +Looking f…

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Walmart Executives taught Top Rancher Bob McClaren: “You’re Never too Big to Seek a Little Advice” 36:20

7M ago36:20

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Ep. 161: 44 Farms CEO Bob McClaren spent a decade as the president of business operations for the Houston Astros of Major League Baseball before taking over his family’s cattle ranch. Today he keeps the art of ranching alive with his partnership with Walmart, serving the highest quality beef to his customers for more than five generations as one of…

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Coach K offers two questions you should ask to elevate team performance 37:34

8M ago37:34

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Ep. 160: In his 42 seasons at Duke, Coach Mike Krzyzewski built a dynasty that few programs in the history of the game can match. He is the winningest, five-time national champion and NCAA record 13-time Final Four participant. As the head coach of the U.S. Men’s National Basketball Team, he brought home six gold medals. So you might say that Coach…

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Best-Selling Author Daniel Pink says: We overvalue intensity and undervalue consistency. 37:35

8M ago37:35

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Ep.159: “Being a professional is doing what you love to do even on days you don’t love doing it,” Daniel shared. This motto has netted him seven New York Times bestsellers, including his latest, The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward. His books have been translated into more than 40 languages, and have sold millions of copies ar…

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SMAC Entertainment CEO Constance Schwartz-Morini says: If you aren’t invited to the table, create your own. 40:04

9M ago40:04

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Ep. 158: The leader who manages Erin Andrews, Deion Sanders, Michael Strahan, and Tony Gonzalez, joins the show to discuss how confidence and gratitude can co-exist to make you a better leader. Constance shared that several important early lessons in leadership were learned through her own sporting experiences. A 95-pound softball player in high sc…

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Former NFL QB Christian Ponder says: In moments of transition, focus on these four things 29:45

9M ago29:45

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Ep. 157: Christian co-founded The Post with former Under Armour President Justin LaRose, an organization dedicated to the proposition that athletes offer a unique set of experiences and skills that make them promising candidates for leadership after they’ve hung up their cleats. In the podcast, Christian shares lessons learned through a lifetime in…

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Entertainment Mogul Scooter Braun asks: Why not you? 33:40

10M ago33:40

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Ep. 156: College basketball shaped this CEO of HYBE America, and founder of SB Projects. Scooter focuses on what sports has taught him about getting the upper-hand on adversity in business and in life including: How to play a four-quarter game in business, just as in basketball. The difference between a failure and a pit-stop in the journey of succ…

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Beacon Pointe CEO Shannon Eusey asks: Do you welcome a little bit of combat? 38:20

10M ago38:20

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Ep. 155: University of California Irvine Volleyball shaped the co-founder of the largest female-led Registered Investment Advisory firm in the United States. “I think athletes know what it takes to win,” Eusey said in the podcast. “And I think the reason they know what it takes to win is because they've experienced what it takes to lose. Today she …

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Super Bowl Champion Michael Oher offers advice for When Your Back’s Against the Wall 32:49

11M ago32:49

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Ep. 154: My co-author whose life inspired the hit movie The Blind Side is back with an inspiring and motivating book on overcoming any obstacle, no matter how tough the odds! Click here to order the book! The next chapter of Oher will be about positively impacting young people who are like he was before the world ever heard of this warm-hearted gia…

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Chicago Cubs Co-Owner Todd Ricketts says: Never expect anything you don’t earn. 26:26

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Ep. 153: This prominent businessman serves on the board of directors at TD Ameritrade, a company founded by his father, and acquired by Charles Schwab in 2020. Whether it is financial services or sports, Ricketts is a big believer in the power of culture, a belief that was reinforced after he donned a fake beard and glasses on Undercover Boss. Work…

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Performance Psychologist Jim Loehr says: Know your stress limit so you don’t come apart 39:43

12M ago39:43

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Ep. 152: Baseball and tennis shaped this co-founder of the Human Performance Institute. In the episode and BONUS RESOURCE Jim shares his philosophy and practical approaches to building healthy and high-performance teams, including: Listening to the most important coach no one hears but you. How to reset your energy to be fully present and positive …

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Blue Angel Pilot turned Navy Federal Executive Keith Hoskins says: Compartmentalization isn’t always a bad thing 34:17

12M ago34:17

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Ep. 151 REWIND EPISODE: College football shaped Keith Hoskins whose Navy career included serving as Commanding Officer for Naval Air Station Pensacola, where he provided leadership oversight for more than 25,000 military and civilian personnel. You will learn incredible lessons in collaboration, character, and why compartmentalization isn’t always …

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EY Americas Center for Board Matters Leader, Kris Pederson says: You can grow professionally through the power of saying “yes” 39:05

1y ago39:05

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Ep. 150: Swimming shaped Kris who climbed the corporate ladder at PwC and IBM before arriving at Ernst & Young. You will learn how to build effective coaching and mentoring into your daily routine. Kris is a recipient of Consulting Magazine's Lifetime Achievement Award and she brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, acquired throughout her caree…

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Infosys Consulting CEO Andrew Duncan says: To lead you must stay humble 34:58

1y ago34:58

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Ep. 149: Rugby, golf, and fishing have shaped Andrew, whose clients have included Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. He received international acclaim as a leading figure in his industry from Consulting Magazine and teaches why humility is a leader’s most potent leadership trait. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and …

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Visa Global Sponsorship Strategy SVP Andrea Fairchild says: Behind every number there is a story 25:47

1y ago25:47

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Ep. 148: Equestrian and track & field shaped the leader responsible for Visa’s partnerships with the NFL, Olympics, and FIFA. In the months leading up to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, Andrea’s team will launch a marketing campaign based on the premise that “behind every number, there is a story” that will bring the a…

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P.F. Chang's CEO Damola Adamolekun says: Start your day with a conquest 40:25

1y ago40:25

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Ep. 147: Brown University football taught Damola about hard work and sacrifice, core values that he took to heart in a career that has taken him from the world of Wall Street to the C-Suite at P.F. Chang’s. +Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and reflection questions. Click here to download the bonus resource. ++If…

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Virgin Voyages President & CEO Tom McAlpin asks: Do you know the gap in your customers’ experience that they are missing? 34:25

1y ago34:25

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Ep. 146: Wrestling shaped this founding member of the Disney Cruise Line who rose to President. When I first met Tom, he handed me the coolest business card I had ever seen. He was the chief executive of a 1-ship cruise line called The World. The business card he handed me let me know I was talking the President of The World. Today as CEO of Virgin…

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Chevron’s Kim McHugh asks: Are you fully engaged on the sideline? 40:27

1y ago40:27

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REWIND EPISODE: Featuring the highest ranking woman in the oil drilling industry honor of Mother’s Day! Kim is a proud mother and learned valuable lessons from her time playing volleyball at Texas A&M and I know you will love her wisdom. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and reflection questions. Click here to dow…

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Savannah Bananas Owner Jesse Cole says: At heart I am still a kid just trying to make my dad proud. 39:24

1y ago39:24

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Ep. 144: Jesse is BACK as our first repeat guest to talk about our new book Banana Ball: The Unbelievably True Story of the Savannah Bananas. Whether at the ballpark, on social media, onstage delivering keynotes, or in features for ESPN, Jesse continues to create fans all over the world. The Bananas have sold out every game since their first season…

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Involta President & CEO Jim Buie says: The answers you receive are only as effective as the questions you ask. 37:47

1y ago37:47

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Ep. 143: Baseball and football shaped Jim whose experience includes executive roles at Comcast and AT&T. Today his competitive spirit can be seen golfing and skiing in his home state of Colorado! “As a corporate leader, I'm always thinking about that person who takes the first phone call from our customer. ‘How hard are we making that job?’ I want …

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Ashley Furniture EVP Drew Maddux asks: Are you suffering from “destination disease?” 43:56

1y ago43:56

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Ep. 142: Vanderbilt Basketball shaped Drew. Growing up in Tennessee, he disciplined himself as a young boy to take 750-1,000 shots a day on the basketball court because he wanted to be the third person in his family to play basketball at Vanderbilt, where his dad and grandfather played. "I want to eliminate 'destination disease.' Let's chase winnin…

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GOLFTEC CEO Joe Assell says: It is not about the quantity of people you know, but the quality of the relationship. 33:02

1y ago33:02

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Ep. 141: Golf shaped this PGA Golf Executive of the Year. He reminds us of the importance of building strong relationships in every area of an organization. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and reflection questions. If these lessons resonated with you, connect with me and my team at maxwellleadership.com/don and …

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Longtime Apple and Burberry Executive Angela Ahrendts reminds us we are all in the "people business.” 34:33

1y ago34:33

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Ep. 140: Tennis and gymnastics shaped Angela who has been named to the Forbes Most Powerful Women list an incredible EIGHT times. Today she serves on the Board of Ralph Lauren, AirBnb, and Save the Children International, a charity focused on improving the lives of at-risk children worldwide. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the…

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Equitable President Nick Lane asks: How do you keep score? 35:42

1+ y ago35:42

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Ep.139: Princeton Lacrosse shaped this leader who won two national championships under legendary coach Bill Tierney. Our BONUS RESOURCE for this episode includes fill-in-the-blank notes and reflection questions. Click here to download the bonus resource. You will learn: 8:00 How to emphasize the power or "we" on your team. 15:00 The level of employ…

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Longtime Retirement Advisors of America CEO Ron Simmons says: To build trust have “no agenda” meetings 42:59

1+ y ago42:59

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Ep. 138 Football and baseball shaped Chairman of Texas Mutual Insurance Company. Ron Simmons developed the practice of holding a 20-minute meeting with each of his team members with “no agenda other than getting to know each other.” “I learned early on that if I wanted to be able to accomplish things, I needed to have my colleagues trust me,” Simmo…

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WD-40 President & CEO Steve Brass asks: Are you listening with the intention of being influenced? 33:40

1+ y ago33:40

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Ep. 137: Cricket shaped the leader who grew up in Yorkshire, England where “the humans were outnumbered by the sheep.” Leave it to the CEO of WD-40 to figure out a way to smooth out the squeaks in his company’s culture, but that’s exactly what the company’s new boss Steve Brass did on day one of becoming the leader of a brand whose name has become …

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