What makes a leader worth* following? That little asterisk next to “worth” is the answer. It references the hidden truth that lives at the very core of effective (and ineffective) leadership. The Be Worth* Following Podcast explores this surprising truth and how it plays out in the lives of real leaders. Be Worth* Following is an original show from the People Forward Network, and it invites you to rethink what you think about leadership. Join host Tim Spiker, author of The Only Leaders Worth ...
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Gerry Murray talks to leading people about leading people. Get insights and tips from thought leaders about how to bring out the best in yourself and others.
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In this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, host Tim Spiker sits down with Bennett Bratt, author of The Team Discovered and former Vice President of HR Talent and Organizational Capability at T-Mobile. Bennett's extensive experience has led him to develop a perspective on teams and leadership that challenges the status quo. In this discussi…
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How to Manage Technology for a Healthier Work Environment
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Ever wondered what drives our seemingly endless engagement with digital tools at work? Cyberpsychology expert Carolyn Freeman joins us to shed light on this phenomenon and shares her personal journey from the corporate world to cyberpsychology, triggered by her own experiences wit…
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You Can't Outrun Yourself with Christopher O'Reilly
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In this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Christopher O'Reilly, an executive team member at the internationally-renowned Onsite Partners and leader of Milestones, joins host Tim Spiker for an insightful exploration of the intersection between mental health and leadership. Drawing from his extensive clinical experience, Christopher delves …
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The Only Leaders Worth Following with Tim Spiker
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above What type of pivotal moment can lead someone to dedicate their career to leadership development? Why are qualities like inward soundness and other focus so critical in leadership? And how does the quality of leadership impact not just our work, but our overall well-being? Join us …
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Leading in the Strength of Who You Are with Christi Gordy
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In this episode of the Be Worth Following podcast, Christi Gordy, Founder and Executive Director of Canopy Life International, joins host Tim Spiker to share about her leadership of the organization. Canopy Life Academy is a boarding school dedicated to empowering vulnerable Kenyan children by equipping them with leadership skills, critical thinkin…
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Leadership Lessons from DHL's Former CEO, Rob Kuijpers
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above What does it take to be the CEO of a leading global company? What qualities enable a CEO to bring out the best in themselves and others? What can you do, regardless of rank or position, to have a fulfilling career? These are just some of the topics that I cover in this episode of …
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Reverse Your Org Chart with Dr. Erik Hoekstra
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On this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Dr. Erik Hoekstra, President at Dordt University, joins Tim to share his perspectives on leadership in the unique context of a small Christian univeristy. It’s clear immediately that Erik’s deep faith has informed and shaped his approach to leadership. He believes in a human approach to leadership…
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Brian Moran Explains Why Accountability Isn't What You Think
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Join us this week as Brian Moran, acclaimed author and innovator behind the "12-Week Year," challenges us to rethink our traditional views on accountability. In this eye-opening episode, Brian dives into why seeing accountability as a mere consequence is a misconception that limit…
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On the latest episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Tim sits down with Bart Wear, a former CEO whose leadership is anchored in the care of people. Throughout his career in industrial construction, Bart held firm to the belief that kindness and fairness should be the cornerstones of leadership. Even in moments of accountability, his approach w…
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Sebastien Tranchant on Leadership and the Future of HR
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above What does it take to navigate the complex landscape of modern human resources? How can HR professionals foster a culture of innovation while ensuring a deep connection with their workforce? And what lessons can we learn from leading HR experts to adapt to the rapid changes in toda…
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Uncommonly Great Leadership with Mark Miller
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Mark Miller joins the Be Worth* Following Podcast for the second time to share about his new book, Uncommon Greatness. Since Mark retired from Chick Fil A he has made it his second-half-of-life mission to develop extraordinary leaders. Uncommon greatness comes from uncommon leadership, characterized by a focus on others and a commitment to fundamen…
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Gustavo Razzetti on What Makes a Hybrid Team Successful
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above How are you evolving with the shifting dynamics of workplace culture and hybrid work environments? In this episode, Gustavo Razzetti, author and CEO at Fearless Culture, a culture design firm, shares his revolutionary insights into fostering a thriving company culture in the era o…
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In this episode of the Be Worth* Following Podcast, we meet Coach John Beilein, a winning coach who was "forced" into a position of growth later in his career. Coach Beilein didn’t allow his previous success to preempt changes that were needed to help his team succeed. He humbly embraced the opportunity to grow and develop. Coach Beilein’s philosop…
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Eva Maurer on How to Adapt to Challenges in Change Management and Leadership Development
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Discover Innovative Leadership Practices in Season 3
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Get the transformative secrets of leadership from people who are re-writing today’s HR. Your host, Gerry Murray, guides you on a journey through the compelling landscapes of Leadership, HR development, employee engagement, and talent management. Our latest episode is a treasure tr…
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We love March Madness at The Aperio. Every March Tim Spiker, a former college basketball player at Purdue and Washington University, hosts conversations with basketball colleagues and coaches who share their leadership experiences from the world of sports. On this episode of the Be Worth* Following Podcast, former professional basketball player and…
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Two Rules of Leadership with Peter Anderton
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When it comes to leadership development, we often look for the “silver bullet”—what is the next tool or technique that can help me become a better leader? The reality is there is no silver bullet, no tip or technique that can enable exceptional leadership. In this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Peter Anderton, executive coach, and keyn…
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Regard the Person, Reap the Results with Amir Ghannad
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We often have the theme “care for your people” on episodes of the Be Worth* Following Podcast, and this episode is another one of those times. Meet Amir Ghannad, keynote speaker, founder of The Ghannad Group, and author of the book The Transformative Leader. Amir is an inspiring leader and human being, and his success story is a direct result of be…
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Four Stages of the Visionary Leader with Clayton Stenson
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Mental models help us understand how the world works, and for leaders how leadership works. Clayton Stenson, relationship coach for visionaries and second in commands, offers a mental model to help understand the complicated relationship between a visionary leader, and their second who supports them. In this episode of the Be Worth* Following podca…
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Leading a Network of Relationships with Dr. Mary Shippy
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Relationships are at the heart of every organization, and on this episode of The Be Worth* Following podcast, Dr. Mary Shippy, veteran coach and leadership consultant, shares some profound yet simple ways to strengthen these relationships. Dr. Shippy uses dynamic models and principles in her coaching with relationship-building at its core. In this …
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Education. Middle School boys. Blacksmithing. This episode of the Be Worth* Following Podcast is a one-of-a-kind. Andrew Culp is the founder and principal of the Anvil Academy, a learning community that is focused on mentoring boys through the messy and formative years of middle school. While it may seem that education for middle school boys has li…
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Wise leaders have their eyes on the future of the companies they lead. Exceptional leaders prioritize the development of future leaders now. One such leader, Gary Bridgewater, CEO at Baker Group, says this: “I want to look at this company at some point, and I actually want to have a twinge of jealousy about how good they're doing.” Gary has priorit…
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Imagine a world in which businesses existed not only for profit, but also for impact and purpose. Mike Salguero, Founder and CEO of Butcherbox, launched his business for these exact reasons. But the company today is different from the one that launched, and Mike says he allowed the company to evolve in the way that it did. For Mike, leading a compa…
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Exceptional Leaders Have the E.D.G.E with Adam Tarnow
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According to our latest podcast guest, “A leader is a person who chooses to take initiative for the benefit of others.” Adam Tarnow, author, leadership coach, and podcast host, joined Tim Spiker to talk about his passion for leadership, and how emerging leaders can stand out. Adam’s own arrival into the leadership development space was quite unique…
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Mattering . . . Matters (way more than you think), with Zach Mercurio
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This episode will change how you think about the impact leaders have on their followers as human beings. Zach Mercurio, author, keynote speaker, and researcher, joined the Be Worth* Following podcast to share how purposeful leadership and mattering can change lives. Zach began researching the concept of “mattering” while trying to discover why some…
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Leaders Trust First, with Frederic de Rougemont
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We believe that the message of Who* Not What applies to leaders in all parts of the world, and this episode with Frederic de Rougemont supports just that. Frederic, a former veteran CEO turned strategic advisor and consultant, has not only experienced the journey of becoming more Inwardly Sound and Others Focused, but he has made Who* Not What an e…
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Trading Frustration for Fascination with Dr. Tim Elmore
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When it comes to diversity in the workplace, there is “an elephant in the room” that we often fail to notice. Dr. Tim Elmore, Founder of Growing Leaders, Inc, wants to bring attention to the generational gap that can often cause misunderstanding and frustration in the workplace. In this latest episode of the Be Worth* Following Podcast, Tim Spiker …
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Episode Description Joel Manby is a former CEO whose leadership style was revolutionized when he discovered the astounding ROA for being a loving leader. Since this epiphany, Joel has made dramatic changes in the way he acts and talks about leadership. After serving as CEO for several decades in the auto and family theme park industries, Joel wrote…
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Deliberately Present, with Dr. Syl Trepanier
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Syl Trepanier is the Senior Vice President, Senior Chief Nursing officer at Providence St. Joseph Health. On this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Syl talks with Tim Spiker about being a deliberate leader who looks to inspire, shows up fully present, and calls himself out (i.e., shares what areas he is personally working on). Syl is a re…
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Lee Scott is the Founder and Chief Change Agent at Unleashing Leaders, a national network of consultants and facilitators who work with willing clients to inspire what they call an “epidemic of leadership and integrity.” This episode explores the unique business model of Unleashing Leaders and their approach by working with their clients shoulder-t…
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The Mentality of a World-Class Talent Developer with Chip Toth
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Chip Toth, President and Owner at LeadersInspire is a respected people developer passionate to help individuals reach their potential and thrive personally and professionally. This episode explores the significance of meaningful interactions, being there for clients beyond business, and supporting them through challenges. Chip emphasizes the need f…
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Unlock the art of ethical persuasion as we sit down with Simon Horton, an award-winning author and negotiation expert. Simon reveals his six-step process, based on modelling the approaches used by hostage negotiators, addiction therapists, and billionaires, to change minds and rea…
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From Bagel Shop to Author with David Mead
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David Mead's journey has been guided by his profound belief in the importance of human connection and individual growth. With a genuine focus on human beings, he understands that the key to unlocking potential is by fostering an environment where people feel valued and supported. David shares his experiences working in sales, finding inspiration fr…
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Winning Through Empowerment with Chad Peterman
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Tim Spiker sits down with Chad Peterman, President and CEO of Peterman Brothers, a residential trade services supplier. Together, they explore the concept of empowerment within the trades industry. Chad shares various ways in which Peterman Brothers promotes leadership within the organization - emphasize regular communication, provide leadership cl…
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In this episode, Tim talks with Jen Bauer, Senior Vice President, Marketing & Culture at Miron Construction about her personal journey, highlighting the crucial role of culture in shaping her organization's success. Jen emphasizes the strong link between marketing and culture, asserting that culture defines both the internal and external identity o…
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Living an Intentional Life with Josh Etress
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Anchor Investments is a private real estate company on a mission to become "America's most generous real estate company,” and Tim Spiker is joined with Anchor’s COO, Josh Etress to share the importance of being intentional and investing for maximum impact. Josh provides insights into Anchor's success, such as their unique approach of repurposing fo…
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How to Bring out the Best in Yourself and Others
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above How would you like to be able to consistently bring out the best in yourself and others? How could using a coach approach in your daily life bring hidden benefits? As a Coach, how could you take your coaching skills to the level of Mastery? As a Leader, how could you better look o…
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In this episode, Tim Spiker engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Jay Rudman, CEO of Size Stream exploring effective leadership and the importance of investing in employees and customers. Jay shares his personal leadership journey, drawing from experience as a hired CEO, and introduces the concept of inside-out management. Feedback and l…
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Taking the Next Right Step with Jason Lippert
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This episode explores the significance of leadership qualities and values in establishing a strong culture. Jason Lippert, President + CEO of Lippert Components sheds light on the critical role of CEO support in driving a culture movement within organizations. Discover why taking care of people, treating them with dignity, and fostering their engag…
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How to ensure your leadership messages are being understood
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Does your organisation produce regular leadership communications content for employees? Are your messages actually getting through to the right people? And, if they do get through, are they being interpreted and understood as they're intended? In this episode, I sit down with Comm…
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Leading the Leadership Long Game with Scott Peterson
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Scott Peterson, CEO of Interstates, is committed to developing people, culture, and leaders for the long-term. Scott emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, clarity of personal purpose, and building the "muscle" of talking about weaknesses and struggles to lead with the heart of a servant. This episode explores the different types of leadership…
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Humans Work Here (More than a Cliché) with Chris Allaire
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Developing the teams you are leading is not only an organizational and culture exercise, it is also a personal one. Chris Allaire, Founder and CEO of Averity, believes strongly that leaders need to grow alongside their organizations and he’s extremely intentional about doing so. In this episode, Chris shares his insights on leadership development, …
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Throwback: It’s the Trying that Transforms with Mark Miller
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“When I walk into a room, I'm trying to figure out how I can add value. Sometimes it means being in charge and sometimes it means taking out the trash.” Mark Miller, VP of High Performance Leadership at Chick-fil-A and best-selling author of the book Smart Leadership, knows calling yourself a servant leader is one thing, but acting on those words i…
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How to Fine-tune your Brain and Supercharge how you Live, Work and Lead
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Do you want to feel and do better in life? Do you want to improve your sleep, diet, exercise, brain health and performance? Do you know what your super habits are? Do you know what your destructive habits are? Do you know how to maintain your super habits and change your destructi…
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Narrating Your Leadership with Philip Engle
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What would it look like for you to leverage everyday moments to develop those you lead? Philip Engle, Senior Coach and General Manager at focus412, was lucky enough to have a leader early on who not only told him what decisions he was making but why he was making them. The experience of hearing someone narrate their leadership allowed Philip to con…
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Mona Veiseh was born in Iran in the midst of war and fled with her family when she was still young. Her parents repeatedly sacrificed stability and safety in order to give their children the opportunity to be in a place where they could thrive. Their examples of selflessness and commitment to caring for others formed the foundation of Mona’s leader…
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How you can have greater impact and influence
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above What level of impact and influence do you have at work? Indeed, what level of impact and influence do you have in your life in general? Are there situations where you wished you had more impact and influence? In this episode, I chat with Elisabet Vinberg Hearn and Mandy Flint abou…
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Throwback: Winning by Treating People Right with Gene Keady
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“If you're honest with people, they can trust you.” Purdue University’s all-time winningest coach Gene Keady never over-complicates his leadership philosophy. He sticks to the basics - be honest, treat people right, and work hard. Last year we featured a two-part March Madness miniseries on Be Worth* Following, and we’re taking the opportunity to t…
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Be What You Want to See with Michael Goebel
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Michael Goebel, CEO at Parker Adventist Hospital, believes in the power of high trust and transparency to create a successful organization. Michael has led several businesses in the healthcare industry through extremely challenging times, including bringing a company back from the brink of bankruptcy and weathering the storm of the pandemic. In thi…
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How to build a Connected Culture with Virtual Teams
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Send us a Text Message. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above In thirty years time, as technology moves forward even further, people are going to look back and wonder why offices ever existed." ~ Sir Richard Branson How well have you and your people adapted to remote and hybrid working? My guest this week is Larry English, President and co-f…
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