Best Tim Bridgewater Podcasts (2024)

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Uncommonly Great Leadership with Mark Miller 41:51

9d ago41:51

41:51

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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From Coach to Leader With John Beilein 47:19

23d ago47:19

47:19

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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Greatness Takes Time with Cuonzo Martin 40:43

1M ago40:43

40:43

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 46:34

2M ago46:34

46:34

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 55:28

2M ago55:28

55:28

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 46:43

3M ago46:43

46:43

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 46:28

3M ago46:28

46:28

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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On the Anvil with Andrew Culp 54:58

4M ago54:58

54:58

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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The Future is Now with Gary Bridgewater 39:55

4M ago39:55

39:55

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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Business with a Soul with Mike Salguero 49:41

5M ago49:41

49:41

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 42:03

5M ago42:03

42:03

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 53:48

5M ago53:48

53:48

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 48:39

6M ago48:39

48:39

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 42:30

6M ago42:30

42:30

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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Leading With Love with Joel Manby 40:01

7M ago40:01

40:01

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 39:20

7M ago39:20

39:20

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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Flipping the Script with Lee Scott 51:03

8M ago51:03

51:03

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 35:49

8M ago35:49

35:49

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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From Bagel Shop to Author with David Mead 39:54

9M ago39:54

39:54

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 45:02

9M ago45:02

45:02

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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Marketing Your Culture with Jen Bauer 42:12

10M ago42:12

42:12

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 49:18

10M ago49:18

49:18

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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Inside Out Leadership with Jay Rudman 39:43

11M ago39:43

39:43

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 41:15

11M ago41:15

41:15

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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Leading the Leadership Long Game with Scott Peterson 49:52

12M ago49:52

49:52

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 39:11

12M ago39:11

39:11

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 34:56

1y ago34:56

34:56

“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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Narrating Your Leadership with Philip Engle 37:11

1y ago37:11

37:11

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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Having Fun Yet? with Mona Veiseh 35:06

1y ago35:06

35:06

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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Throwback: Winning by Treating People Right with Gene Keady 33:39

1y ago33:39

33:39

“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 37:29

1y ago37:29

37:29

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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Giving Out and Giving In with Jonathan Reynolds 48:18

1y ago48:18

48:18

Jonathan Reynolds, CEO of Titus Talent Strategies, has generosity as one of his personal core values. This means generosity in giving back to the community and to his team members. He knows enabling his people to have a positive impact on others creates a feeling of connectedness that motivates them to grow. Jonathan has spent most of his career se…

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Go in With Your Hair on Fire with Dave Lovell 41:38

1+ y ago41:38

41:38

Dave Lovell grew up listening to early leadership gurus’ tapes and was exposed to success, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Throughout his career, he’s started, bought, and sold over 40 businesses, and while he’s now in what he calls the last third of his life, he has no plans to slow down. In this episode, Dave shares how his lack of leadership g…

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Willing to Go There with Tim Leman 46:51

1+ y ago46:51

46:51

“Do you want to actually be CEO or do you just want the title?” When Tim Leman first took over as CEO of Gibson he felt stuck because he couldn’t seem to gain the trust of his managers. That simple question, posed to him by his predecessor, helped him realize the true problem. He hadn’t taken the time to build relationships with all of his people. …

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Throwback: (Actually) Leading with Values with Andrew Larson 39:54

1+ y ago39:54

39:54

"Let the values guide you." It’s a timeless piece of advice from Andrew Larson. Which is why we are rereleasing this episode almost exactly one year after its initial launch. Andrew, CEO of Gustave A. Larson Company, an HVAC wholesaler, inherited both the company and their values from his father. Every day Andrew puts in the work to make sure each …

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Vision, Belief, and Hope with Greg Muccio 41:54

1+ y ago41:54

41:54

Vision, belief, and hope. Greg Muccio, Head of Talent Acquisition at Southwest Airlines, roots his leadership approach in these three key words. In this episode, Greg shares how he falls back on them to overcome challenges. He starts by casting a vision that includes how each employee contributes to its success. Then he intentionally recognizes emp…

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Widening the Trail with Randie Dial 35:37

1+ y ago35:37

35:37

“Who are you as a person, where do you want to go, and how can I help you get there?” Randie Dial, Managing Principal at CliftonLarsonAllen, asks these three questions of every person who joins his team. Randie chooses to focus on what he can do for his people over what they can do for the organization because in the end, a trusting culture isn’t b…

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People Matter (And So Does Their Work) with Steve Browne 55:09

1+ y ago55:09

55:09

“You can't say, ‘People matter,’ if you don't find out why they matter.” Steve Browne, Chief People Officer at Larosa’s Pizzeria, lives up to his title by taking a people-first approach to his job. He knows genuinely caring about employees and building relationships with team members creates opportunities for development and innovation. In this epi…

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The Gift of Presence with Frank Kelly III 25:05

1+ y ago25:05

25:05

Exceptional leaders maintain their excellence by continually investing in their own development and the development of those they lead. Frank Kelly III, CEO of Kelly Benefits, knows everything rises and falls on leadership, which is why he’s committed to investing his time, money, and energy into his people. In this episode, Frank talks about the i…

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Capturing Hearts and Minds to Get Authentic Buy-In with Tria Deibert 39:45

1+ y ago39:45

39:45

When people genuinely love their work, they are able to achieve more and help businesses grow. Tria Deibert, Vice President of Culture at Hackensack Meridian Health, says her job sets her soul on fire, and she’s using the position to help others find the same excitement. Tria never expected to end up in the culture field. Her background is in marke…

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Be Better Tomorrow with Laurie Butz 59:47

1+ y ago59:47

59:47

It’s never too late to develop yourself as a leader or as a person, you just have to be open to change. Laurie Butz is the CEO and President of Capital Credit Union. Still, she says she would never have gotten the position if it weren’t for one person who drastically changed her perception of leadership—Bob Chapman. In this episode, Laurie shares w…

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Coaching, Leadership, and the “Twin Thieves” with Steve Jones 44:42

1+ y ago44:42

44:42

Going beyond the boundaries of business is a great way to discover leadership lessons. In this episode, we’re joined by Steve Jones, a former high school football coach turned leadership consultant and author. Steve achieved some impressive accomplishments during his coaching years, like winning five consecutive state championships. Yet it wasn’t f…

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Uncommon Authenticity with Mark Minner 45:02

1+ y ago45:02

45:02

“You can overcome a lot of challenges and stressors if you are authentic with your team. They need to know who you are and where you're coming from.” Mark Minner, Senior Vice President of NFP, says the authenticity factor is a game changer when it comes to leadership. For him, it starts with genuine curiosity. Mark builds deep relationships with bo…

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Who* Not What: From Research to Application, Bonus Episode with Sara Turner 38:57

1+ y ago38:57

38:57

We initially set out to bring you a three part series on ‘who, not what’ development—but we saw so much value in the episodes, we decided to record a bonus interview! In this episode, Director of Client Support at The Aperio, Sara Turner, joins us to share her behind the scenes perspective of the “who, not what” implementation. As you listen, you’l…

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Who* Not What: From Research to Application, Part 3 with Domenic Saffioti 34:28

1+ y ago34:28

34:28

As a leader, are you aware of the impact you have on the people around you? Are you setting the right tone with your behavior? For the first 25 years of his professional life, Domenic Saffioti hadn’t given much thought to who he was as a person and what that meant for him at work. But when he was able to identify his knowledge gaps, his mindset pro…

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Who* Not What: From Research to Application, Part 2 with Linda Coates 30:55

1+ y ago30:55

30:55

True leaders know you never arrive. Your leadership journey is ongoing and often requires change. That concept can elicit just as much pushback from someone at the bottom of the food chain to those right at the top. Linda Coates, Chief People Officer at Sun Cable, oversaw executive development of senior leaders at a global organization implementing…

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Who* Not What: From Research to Application, Part 1 with Vanessa Kiley and John Ott 39:07

2y ago39:07

39:07

What kind of person makes for an effective leader? Vanessa Kiley, Co-Founder of the coaching firm Exceptional Leaders, accidentally stumbled upon that answer when sorting through the data from thousands of leadership assessments. In this episode, Vanessa shares the origin story of the “who, not what” principle. To help paint the picture, John Ott, …

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It’s the Trying that Transforms with Mark Miller 33:36

2y ago33:36

33:36

“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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Find Your Passion and Your People with Nikki Lewallen 32:31

2y ago32:31

32:31

Have you found work that gives you life? Or does your day-to-day feel like a grind? Nikki Lewallen, Chief Meaningful Work Officer at The PeopleForward Network, often uses a Japanese concept called Ikigai to help others find their career sweet spot and discover work that fuels them. Nikki believes that your career can - and should - benefit all othe…

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Becoming a Destination Employer with Jason Ells 35:37

2y ago35:37

35:37

Imagine creating an organization where your very best talent never wants to leave. Jason Ells, Senior Vice President at Custom Concrete, has his sights set on making his company just that. He wants his organization to be what he calls a destination employer. In this discussion, you'll get a chance to hear exactly how Jason and Custom Concrete are p…

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