The Global Leadership Podcast
Designed for curious, leadership enthusiasts like you—The Global Leadership Podcast brings you insightful conversations with dynamic guests (many who have been featured on our Global Leadership Summit stage in August) who share reflections from their journey as a leader, including their values, mistakes, and advice. Leading the conversations with our guests are our podcast hosts, Lori Hermann and Jason Jaggard. Lori is the Vice President of Summit Experiences & Production at Global Leadership Network and Jason is the Founder & CEO of Novus Global. With thoughtful questions that dive deeper into the story behind the leader, The Global Leadership Podcast provides an a...
S8 E164 · Wed, February 26, 2025
Ep 164: Marcus Buckingham on How Love Drives Business Success
“Love” and “work” are not words that are usually thought of in the same context. For today’s guest, however, “love” has a measurable and positive impact on the metrics of work. Marcus Buckingham is known for starting the “Strengths Revolution.” He is also a global researcher and New York Times bestselling author, and he recently joined the GLN’s David Ashcraft for a conversation about the role that love plays—or should play—in our work. Whether you are a leader who wants to know how to bring the absolute best out of those you lead, or you are curious how to discover the things you truly love (and why they matter at work), we invite you to listen to this episode.
S8 E163 · Tue, February 18, 2025
Ep 163: Paula Faris on Leading with Passion and Intuition
Paula Faris joins the podcast today to talk about the different ways leaders can “lead with heart.” Paula is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, podcast host and the founder of CARRY Media, and she sat down for this conversation with Global Leadership Network President and CEO David Ashcraft. Together they explore the roles that intuition and passion have had in Paula’s life, how leaders can protect themselves while practicing openness and authenticity and how leading with heart informs and shapes Paula’s leadership today.
S8 E162 · Tue, February 11, 2025
Ep 162: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on Leading with Heart
This month’s theme at the Global Leadership Network is “leading with heart,” and in this episode of the Global Leadership Podcast, Whitney Putnam sits down with GLN president and CEO David Ashcraft. Together, they explore what it means to lead with heart and examine practical ways that leaders can begin to lead with openness and authenticity. David and Whitney also discuss how to avoid some potential pitfalls that can occur as leaders begin to open up to those around them.
S8 E161 · Tue, January 28, 2025
Ep 161: Molly Fletcher on Choosing Fulfilment Over Achievement
As leaders, we understand that purpose and calling play critical roles in achieving our goals. This week’s guest highlights the potential pitfall of focusing solely on achievement. In this episode, former top sports agent Molly Fletcher shares how long-term joy and happiness come not from achievement but from daily improvement and fulfillment. At the 2024 Global Leadership Summit, she discussed key concepts from her book, Dynamic Drive: The Purpose-Fueled Formula for Sustainable Success , in a live interview with Jason Jaggard.
S8 E160 · Tue, January 14, 2025
Ep 160: Megan Fate Marshman on Balancing Public Leadership with Private Disciplines
One aspect of purpose and calling is being willing to live it out with freedom and joy. But what do you do if your purpose is highly visible and involves frequent accolades and applause? In this episode, author and speaker Megan Fate Marshman sits down with Jason Jaggard to share about how private disciplines help balance her public call. Together they explore the importance of slowing down, the importance of grounding your identity in Christ and how emotions like anger and anxiety can be signposts for us as leaders. If you’ve ever wondered how to stay rooted while maintaining a public ministry, this is a great episode to check out!
S8 E159 · Tue, January 07, 2025
Ep 159: GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft on Being a Purposeful Leader
“Vision leaks” is a well-known leadership axiom, and to kick off January’s theme of being a “purposeful leader,” Whitney Putnam sits down with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft. In this conversation, they explore the role purpose and mission has in David’s life and leadership. We’ll also hear about some common pitfalls that leaders can face regarding purpose, and how he has learned to guard against them.
S8 E157 · Thu, December 12, 2024
Ep 157: Conflict—GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft
Our topic for December is “conflict,” and GLN President and CEO gets us started with this conversation with Whitney Putnam. We invite you to listen as David shares how his approach to conflict has evolved and some of the practical lessons he’s learned over time. Conflict is inevitable, but it does not have to result in negative consequences; it can actually improve our relationships and our work together.
S8 E158 · Tue, December 10, 2024
Ep 158: Michael Jr. on How Internal Curiosity Transforms Conflict
It’s difficult to keep our cool when disagreements and tension crop up in our relationships. Yet, this is the moment when we most need to be calm and curious. Is there a way that we can start to move beyond reacting impulsively and start to become curious about what is truly going on behind the conflict we are experiencing? Comedic thought leader, author and actor Michael Jr. sat down with Craig Groeschel at the 2024 Global Leadership Summit and shared what we often get wrong about conflict . He unpacked how becoming internally curious is a key tool to unlock the true gift that disagreements can bring to our lives. This episode is for anyone who is looking for practical ways to reframe conflict in any area of your life.
S8 E156 · Tue, November 26, 2024
Ep:156: Ryan Leak on How Failure Has Been His Best Teacher
How do you react when you fail? Have you ever wished that you could learn more quickly from your failures and move on? In this episode, GLS Executive Producer Lori Hermann sits down with CEO, executive coach and best - selling author Ryan Leak to hear how he learned more from his failures than he ever did from his successes. In their conversation, they discuss his documentary, “Chasing Failure,” and how failure became the best teacher throughout his life.
S8 E155 · Tue, November 12, 2024
Ep 155: Harvard Business School Professor Amy C. Edmondson on the Science of Failing Well
Are you a leader who wants to help your team learn to risk more and fail well? In this episode, Harvard Business School professor Amy C. Edmondson sits down with our Jason Jaggard to unpack her research behind her latest book, T he Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well . Their conversation includes the difference between a mistake and a failure, the 3 categories of failures, and how to encourage a team to experime nt and learn quickly.
S8 E154 · Tue, November 05, 2024
Ep 154: Failing Well—GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft
For leaders, there’s no avoiding failure; it just comes with the territory. However, how leaders respond when things don’t go as planned—how they lead through failure—is absolutely critical. This month, we are going to focus on ways that leaders can lead through failure and turn potential disappointment into powerful lessons for growth and renewal. In this episode, GLN President and CEO, David Ashcraft, shares stories of times when things did not go as planned, and how he has learned to “fail well” over time.
S8 E153 · Tue, October 22, 2024
Ep 153: Creating and Sustaining a Culture of Hospitality with Horst Schulze
Hospitality is one of the most powerful differentiators that an organization possesses , but it can be challenging to create and sustain it across an entire culture . In this episode, cofounder and former president of Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company , Horst Schulze , shares hospitality insights from a legendary career with GLN President and CEO, David Ashcraft. If you’re a leader who is interested in creating a culture of excellence and customer-focused hospitality, we invite you listen in to this rich conversation !
S8 E152 · Tue, October 08, 2024
Ep 152: Talking Unreasonable Hospitality, Culture, and Leadership with Will Guidara
It’s not often that you get to listen to someone who has literally been ra ted the best in the world in their craft, but that is exactly what this episode is about. Under Will Guidara’s Leadership, Eleven Madison Park (EMP) received 3 Michelin Stars , and was rated the #1 restaurant in the world. In this conversation with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft, recorded live at the Global Leadership Summit, Will shares about the power of hospitality for all businesses and organizations . He also shares some of the leadership principles that created a winning culture at EMP. If you have ever wanted to learn from someone operating at the peak of their profession, this episode is just right for you.
S8 E151 · Mon, September 30, 2024
Ep 151: How Leadership and Hospitality are Interconnected—GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft
What should leaders know about hospitality? What does it mean to be welcoming? Whitney Putnam (GLN VP of Marketing and Global Leadership Podcast Host) and David Ashcraft (GLN President and CEO) kick off this month’s focus with a focus on the importance of hospitality. In the conversation, David reflects on the impact hospitality can have on guests and/or customers, and how showing unreasonable hospitality to others can positively impact a team.
S8 E150 · Tue, September 24, 2024
Ep 150: The Superpower We All Have (But Don’t Always Use)—Storytelling Expert Kindra Hall
What’s your story? More specifically, is the story that you tell yourself releasing you to live your best life, or is it holding you back? In this episode, Global Leadership Summit Executive Producer Lori Hermann sits down with storytelling expert and author Kindra Hall to explore why story has such extraordinary power and to share some steps we all can take to make sure our inner stories are not undermining our deepest dreams.
S8 E149 · Tue, September 17, 2024
Ep 149: Insights from a Master Communicator—Erwin McManus
Have you ever wished you could learn from someone at the absolute top of their craft? In this episode of the Global Leadership Podcast, you get to listen in as GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft speaks with author, entrepreneur, and master communicator Erwin McManus about his concept of seven frequencies of communication. If you are curious about how communicating—both speaking and listening—can be used to remove barriers from your life and unlock hidden potential in others, we invite you to join us for this powerful and engaging conversation.
S8 E148 · Mon, September 16, 2024
Ep 148: David Ashcraft on Effective Communication for Leaders
Effective communication is a critical, but sometimes overlooked, aspect of leadership. Used correctly, effective and clear communication ensures that our messages get heard, our vision gets communicated, and our people feel seen and heard. Recently, podcast host and GLN VP of Marketing Whitney Putnam sat down with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft to introduce this month’s theme of effective communication, and to hear about his own best practices around communication from over 30 years of strategic leadership.
S8 E147 · Tue, September 03, 2024
Ep 147: 2024 Global Leadership Summit Takeaways—Craig Groeschel and Jo Saxton
In this second episode about the 2024 Global Leadership Summit, GLN VP of Marketing and podcast host Whitney Putnam talks with Craig Groeschel and Jo Saxton about how they were personally impacted by this year’s Summit. We invite you to listen in as Craig and Jo share their highlights and challenges that they heard and also some of the ideas and actions that they are implementing immediately on their teams.
S8 E146 · Thu, August 22, 2024
Ep 146: 2024 Global Leadership Summit Takeaways—GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft
As the 2024 Global Leadership Summit wrapped up, we sat down with David Ashcraft, President and CEO of the Global Leadership Network. In this conversation with Whitney Putnam (GLN VP of Marketing), David shares some of his highlights and takeaways from this year’s Summit, and looks forward to GLS2025.
S7 E145 · Tue, July 30, 2024
Ep 145: SPECIAL—Season 8 Preview with David Ashcraft and Whitney Putnam
Our world has never been more in need of healthy, growing leaders. In a world of tension and anxiety, we need men and women who have the courage to respond to the call to lead and who impact their communities positively by diligently using their influence to make things better. The Global Leadership Podcast hopes to educate and inspire growing leaders in our world, and to inspire everyone to “lead where they are at.” In this special episode of the Global Leadership Podcast, Whitney Putnam (VP of Marketing, GLN) talks with David Ashcraft (President and CEO, GLN) about some exciting changes coming for Season 8 of the Global Leadership Podcast.
S7 E144 · Mon, July 29, 2024
Ep 144: Looking Back On a Lifetime of Leadership Growth—Fred Martin (Founder and CEO, Objective Measure)
Over an astonishing 45 years, Fred Martin, Founder and CEO of Objective Measure, built a career marked by consistent success and a commitment to leadership. In this conversation with GLN President and CEO David Ashcraft, Fred shares about how his faith affects his ability to lead, how he strives to continue growing as a leader, and how his vision for how to help everyday people learn to ask fruitful questions about investing and managing their money.
S7 E143 · Tue, July 09, 2024
Ep 143: The Power of a Learning Leader—Megan Tamte’s Journey From Entrepreneur to Co-CEO
Initially, Megan Tamte did not think of herself as an entrepreneur, but after a disappointing shopping experience triggered a patient and faith-filled journey, she and her husband Mike launched—and now are Co-CEOs of—EVEREVE, a national chain of over 100 stores and a thriving ecommerce site as well. Recently, Megan sat down with GLS Executive Producer Lori Hermann to talk about her journey to launch EVEREVE, how she co-leads with her husband, and how she leverages her strengths as a learning leader to keep EVEREVE moving forward. We hope you enjoy this engaging conversation.
S7 E142 · Tue, June 25, 2024
Ep 142: WinShape Marriage’s Julie Baumgardner—Healthy People Make Healthy Employees
Global Leadership Podcast team members Eric Case and Aubrey Wentz recently sat down with Julie Baumgardner, Senior Director of WinShape Marriage, to discuss the relationship between the health of our home and relational worlds and our work performance. Julie has spent over 20 years working—first as a counselor and now as an executive-level leader—to build healthy families, and in this conversation with Eric and Aubrey she shares how work life can be impacted by challenges at home and offers some practical tips for starting healthy conversations that can lead to healing.
S7 E141 · Tue, June 11, 2024
Ep 141: Chick-fil-A’s Cliff Robinson on Valuing People and Offering Excellent Products and Services
Recently, GLN CEO & President David Ashcraft sat down with Cliff Robinson, Executive VP and “Chief People Person” at Chick-fil-A. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to sit in a room with an experienced, high-level leader and listen to them share practical experience and wisdom, this is a great episode to dive into! Cliff discusses how the Chick-fil-A is able to place such a high value on people while simultaneously maintaining a high standard of product and customer service. Cliff also shares about the role of innovation at Chick-fil-A, and some techniques he personally leverages to maintain his effectiveness as he leads.
S7 E140 · Tue, May 21, 2024
Ep 140: Erwin Raphael McManus on Mind Shift (from GLS 2023)
This episode is a special broadcast of Erwin Raphael McManus’ talk from GLS 2023, “Mind S hift.” Erwin is a Los Angeles-based author and artist who is obsessed with helping people identify and eliminate the self-imposed, internal barriers that keep them from realizing their unique genius.
S7 E139 · Tue, May 07, 2024
Ep 139: Fernando Carillo’s Extraordinary Journey to a Life of Purpose, Leadership, and Love
Fernando Carillo is an Anglican priest, entrepreneur and leadership coach based in London, England, and recently sat down with podcast team member Jason Jaggard at the 2023 Global Leadership Summit. In this episode, Jason and Fernando discuss his upbringing, the extraordinary life change he went through, as well as the role leadership plays in helping individuals step into their calling and purpose.
S7 E138 · Tue, April 23, 2024
Episode 138: Addressing the Pain of Trauma Through Healing Communities
We invite you to join us for this episode as Global Leadership Podcast Co-Producers Eric Case and Aubrey Wentz sit down with Rebecca Taguma , Executive Director of the Trauma Healing Institute) to discuss how the effects of unresolved trauma on individuals, and some practical steps that leaders can take to get help for those affected in their churches and on their teams.
S7 E137 · Tue, April 09, 2024
Ep 137: Exploring the Gifts of Failure and Risk with Ryan Leak
CEO, executive coach and bestselling author Ryan Leak shares how chasing failure has taken him much farther in his life than safety and security. Global Leadership Podcast team member Lori Hermann explores Ryan’s upbringing, the significant events that have defined his leadership, and how following through change can be just as challenging as leading through change.
S7 E136 · Tue, March 19, 2024
Ep 136: Chris McChesney - Twenty Years in Love with the Same Problem
In this episode, Global Leadership Podcast interviewer Jason Jaggard sits down with Chris McChesney, co-author of The Four Disciplines of Execution, to revisit the book and to explore how the four disciplines can impact our lives outside the business world. IN THIS EPISODE: - What is a basic overview of the “Four Disciplines of Execution”? - How can you learn to focus what is most important, but is not necessarily the most urgent? - What “levers” can you affect that make it seem like your intended result is a winnable game? - What has being a parent taught Chris about leadership, and how can the four disciplines be applied to a family? LISTEN Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube STANDOUTS AND TAKEAWAYS - It’s better to fall in love with a problem than it is to fall in love with a solution. - All of the “have tos” in our life is called “The Whirlwind.” The “One” is the strategic result in your life that is going to require disproportionate effort. - Human beings have the capacity to handle “the whirlwind plus one.” - It’s best to not give your frontline teams the answers; get their commitment and engagement by making them a part of the process. - The Four Disciplines can actually be a way to protect the e
S7 E135 · Tue, March 05, 2024
Ep 135: Moving From Getting to Giving With Comedian Michael Jr.
Comedian and author Michael Jr. talks with Global Leadership Podcast team member Jason Jaggard about how moving from an attitude of “what can I get from an audience” to “what can I give to an audience” changed everything for him. IN THIS EPISODE: - When did Michael Jr. realize he was funny? - How did “Funny For the Forgotten” get started? - How did he get started in his CAREER in comedy? - What kept Michael Jr. going when things were really challenging? - How did he come to faith? - How did his tour with his wife come about and what do they hope to accomplish? - What’s next for Michael Jr.? LISTEN Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube STANDOUTS AND TAKEAWAYS - Everything changes when you make the shift from asking, “what can I GET from people” to, “what can I GIVE to people.” - When you have a gift, your job is solely to present the gift. You cannot control with how the gift is received. - As a leader, your job is to “listen in between the gaps” so you can really know where people are at. <p class="MsoListParagraph" style= "text-indent: -.25in; ms
S7 E134 · Tue, February 20, 2024
Ep 134: Jamie Kern Lima and Unshakable Self-Worth
Entrepreneur and former CEO Jamie Kern Lima talks with Global Leadership Podcast team member Jason Jaggard about how healthy self-worth is “the one thing that changes everything.” IN THIS EPISODE: - Why did Jamie write her new book? - What is the difference between self-confidence and self-worth? - What is Jamie’s journey with self-worth? - Is unshakable self-worth only for people who believe in God? - When you feel rejected, what’s the first thought that en
S7 E133 · Tue, February 06, 2024
Ep 133: Fusion Strategy with Dr. Vijay (“VG”) Govindarajan
SUMMARY Global Leadership Podcast interviewer Jason Jaggard interviews innovation expert Dr. Vijay Govindarajan on how generative AI and datagraphs impacts organizational strategy, and how leaders can continue to innovate in a rapidly changing context. IN THIS EPISODE: - How did VG’s grandfather influence his understanding of innovation? - What is the “Three Box Solution,” and how does it affect strategy and innovation? - What role does imagination play in innovation? - What is the basic premise of “fusion strategy?” - What is the difference between “digitals” and “industrials”? - What is the basic meaning of the terms “datagraphs,” “digital twins” and “tripartite”? - How do fusion strategy concepts translate from industrial and manufacturing sectors to social and/or service sectors? - How willing does VG think people might be to volunteer their data in faith communities? LISTEN Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube STANDOUTS AND TAKEAWAYS - The only competition that matters is self-competition; self-competition is about achieving true potential; and to achieve true potential you have to innovate. <p class="MsoListParagraph" style= "text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; margin: 4.0pt 0
S7 E132 · Tue, January 23, 2024
Ep 132: Krish Kandiah's "Heart Leadership"
In this episode, Paula Faris talks with pastor and theologian Krish Kandiah about his passion for hospitality and his work with the foster system and refugees in the UK. Krish shares about how he moves quickly from idea to action, some of the ups and downs of his own journey, and how he lives out “Heart Leadership.”
S7 E131 · Tue, January 09, 2024
Ep 131: Balancing Human Well-Being and Organizational Excellence with Juliet Funt
In this episode, Paula Faris sits down with Juliet Funt to talk about the ongoing need for white space in organizations, the challenge of how best to return to the office, and important first step that organizations need to take before they attempt to “prioritize” goals and activities.
S7 E130 · Tue, December 12, 2023
Ep 130: A Look Back at Our Favorite Episodes from 2023
In this episode, the Global Leadership Podcast Team sits down with Global Leadership Summit Executive Producer (and podcast interviewer) Lori Hermann to reflect on some of our favorite episodes from 2023, and to talk a little bit about what we’re excited about for 2024. We had some great moments together, and we hope that you’ve been able to put into practice some of the great content from the last 12 months. We also hope you have a great Christmas and joyous (and restful!) holiday; we will see you back here in January, 2024!
S7 E129 · Tue, November 28, 2023
Ep 129: Professor Erin Meyer — Recognizing and Respecting the Power of Organizational Culture
“Culture” is everywhere: in our countries and communities, in our organizations, and in our teams. Moreover, culture is simultaneously extremely powerful and affected by those within it. To be blunt, effective leaders know how to respect culture, and also how to leverage it for team performance. INSEAD Professor Erin Meyer is an expert in business and organizational culture, and in this conversation with interviewer Jason Jaggard, she offers up valuable insights about culture, including how to work with international teams, how to hire to maximize creative culture, and how low performers can dramatically impact team culture. This is a fascinating listen for anyone leading teams.
S7 E128 · Tue, November 14, 2023
Ep 128: Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger — Leadership Wisdom from a 40-Year Career in Tech
There aren’t many individuals who can honestly say that they helped invent such everyday technology as USB, Wi-Fi, the Cloud, and multiple generations of Intel processors. However, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger did just that during a decades-long career as an engineer. Moreover, Pat rose from being an engineer to senior leadership at Intel, and, after a painful detour, eventually into the role of. In this conversation with Global Leadership Summit Producer Lori Hermann, Pat shares some of his leadership learnings from the front line of technology, including the importance of mentors, of ongoing curiosity, and some lessons he learned from seasons of disappointment. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to lead one of the premier technology companies in the world, we invite you to tune in!
S7 E127 · Tue, October 31, 2023
Ep 127: Megan Marshman — Real Talk About Leading Through Busy-Ness and Grief
What does leading through grief really look like for leaders? How do leaders balance practically the demands of leadership with obligations to family and friends? In 2021, the world of teaching pastor and leader Megan Marshman was turned upside down when her husband Randy passed away suddenly. In this very real, gut-level conversation with GLS host Paula Faris, Megan shares her hard-won learnings from tragedy, including how she weighs new commitments and invitations, how to foster a supportive community in her time of need, and how she continues to lead even as she continues to heal.
S7 E126 · Tue, October 17, 2023
Ep 126: Elevating Individual and Team Productivity With Patrick Lencioni’s Working Genius Tool
What if, as a leader, you had access to a tool that could easily identify productivity strengths and weaknesses for your team? After years as a pioneer in the field of organizational health, speaker, consultant, and best-selling author Patrick Lencioni has developed “Working Genius,” which can help leaders quickly and clearly identify how individual team members are wired to work naturally. In addition, Working Genius can also be used to easily map an entire team’s strengths and weaknesses. In this episode, Patrick and Global Leadership Podcast team member Jason Jaggard explore how Patrick approaches public speaking, how Working Genius came about, and how leaders can use it to increase productivity and happiness of their individuals and teams. KEY MOMENTS IN THIS EPISODE 04:44 CREATING CONNECTION THROUGH ON-STAGE VULNERABILITY. As a speaker, Patrick intentionally breaks down barriers between himself and his audience by owning his vulnerabilities and bringing the audience into the experience with him. 14:32 SIX DIFFERENT ACTIVITIES ARE REQUIRED TO DO ANY KIND OF WORK (AND INDIVIDUALS ARE ONLY GREAT AT TWO OF THEM): 1. Wonder 2. Invention 3. Discernment 4. Galvanizing 5. Enablement 6. Tenacity 17:24 UNDERSTAND YOUR UNIQUE “WORKING GENIUS” IN A TEAM CONTEXT. Understanding how your particular “genius” interacts and compensates for others on your team can significantly increase collective productivity and job satisfaction. It can also reveal where teams may lack a particular working genius. 25:52 DIFFERENT MEETINGS REQUIRE DIFFERENT GENIUSES. Be aware of whether you need a meeting to be a brainstorming meeting (as opposed to say, an, “operations” meeting) so that you can make sure the right individuals/geniuses are available to contribute.
S7 E125 · Tue, October 03, 2023
Ep 125: Unlocking Human Genius with Erwin Raphael McManus
Erwin Raphael McManus is passionate about unlocking the spiritual and creative potential of human beings. Whether it’s his work as a pastor, author, speaker, coach, or designer, Erwin constantly demonstrates the capacity for growth, change, and ability to impact the world around him. In this conversation with CEO, writer, and executive coach (and a long-time friend) Jason Jaggard, Erwin shares the relationship between our mental structures and our behaviors, why talent can actually be a curse, and even a creative response to the challenge of Artificial Intelligence. Whether you consider yourself a leader, a creative, a spiritual seeker, or something else (or all of these), this conversation will give you insights for how to grow into your own genius. KEY MOMENTS IN THIS EPISODE 4:13 THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN OUR MIND AND OUR BEHAVIOR. In very real, scientific ways, new or different behaviors begin with different beliefs of what is possible. Our perceived mental structures are critical for growth and change. 10:00 YOU ARE YOUR OWN CEILING. The majority of the time, our own self-limiting beliefs are the barriers to our growth. 13:17 TALENT IS A DANGEROUS GIFT. Talent cannot carry you all your life; if you rely only on talent, you will eventually find yourself at a massive deficit. The solution is to develop internal structures (e.g., discipline, improvisation, etc.). 15:48 THE WEIGHT OF SUCCESS. Oftentimes, it’s not our failures that stop
S7 E124 · Tue, September 19, 2023
Ep 124: Unpacking Crucial Inter-Generational Insights with Jason Dorsey
Early on, Jason Dorsey made a commitment to help his peers navigate entering the workforce. That early decision has led to a highly successful career of researching, speaking and writing that centers on navigating inter-generational diversity in the workplace. In this conversation with our own Jason Jaggard, Jason Dorsey reveals the difference between life stages and generational trends, shares important concepts for successfully recruiting, hiring, and developing Gen Z, and dispels some popular myths about Gen Z. If you are involved in leading across generations in any form, this interview is a “must-listen.”
S7 E123 · Tue, September 05, 2023
Ep 123: Greg Sankey on Leading in the Midst of Complexity
You might be hard-pressed to find a more influential leader in college athletics than SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey: since 2015, the conference has amassed over 30 national championships in various sports. Not only that, Greg has provided steady, humble leadership through COVID, conference realignments, and a variety of other complex challenges. In this conversation with Paula Faris, Greg relates some of the ways that he approaches his role with the SEC, shares some practical tips on how to keep people on his team relationally connected with each other through conflict, and also the role that the Global Leadership Summit has played in his personal leadership development. If you’ve ever been curious to hear from a humble leader of an organization at the top of its field, this conversation is for you.
S7 E122 · Tue, August 22, 2023
Ep 122: Edgar Sandoval on Innovation in Both Non- and For-Profit Sectors
World Vision President and CEO Edgar Sandoval is no stranger to innovation. While at Proctor and Gamble, Sandoval led the ground-breaking (and Emmy-winning) “Like a Girl” ad campaign, which was targeted at improving the confidence of young women. What is surprising, however, is that Sandoval continued to explore and foster new ideas at World Vision, resulting in “Chosen,” a program that flips child sponsorship on its head by allowing the children to choose the sponsors. In this rich conversation with interviewer Lori Hermann, Edgar explains how leaders can find new ideas , and the essential role leaders play in innovation.
S6 E121 · Wed, August 09, 2023
Ep 121: Albert Tate and Liz Bohannon on What to Do After the Summit
THE SECOND OF TWO SPECIAL SUMMIT EPISODES. The true power of an experience is what lives beyond that experience, and to that end we wanted to ask some Summit faculty members for their ideas on how to keep the learnings from the Global Leadership Summit (Aug 3-4) fresh in our minds. Albert Tate and Liz Bohannon sat down and answered a few questions regarding best practices for making the most of our time after the Summit (or any learning experiences). This conversation is full of joy, laughter and practical wisdom, and is applicable to anyone wishing to turn the Summit experience into lasting change.
S6 E120 · Tue, July 25, 2023
Ep 120: Lori Hermann on Maximizing Your Experience at the 2023 Global Leadership Summit
A SPECIAL CONVERSATION FOR SUMMIT WEEK 2023. As thousands of leaders from all walks of life prepare to experience the 2023 Global Leadership Summit, Jason Jaggard sits down with Summit Executive Producer (and podcast co-host) Lori Hermann to hear about how to get the absolute most out of the Summit experience, whether you are attending in person, online, or at a Summit host site. In addition, Lori shares about what things are like in the final days before the largest leadership event in the world, and how the Summit has impacted her own leadership journey.
S6 E119 · Tue, July 11, 2023
Episode 119: Jason Jaggard on What it Takes to Go Beyond High Performance
What if there was a tool or resource that could help you to “level up” your leadership and “win faster”? For Jason Jaggard, Founder and CEO of Novus Global, executive coach, and best-selling author ( and co-host of the Global Leadership Podcast), that tool is coaching. In this conversation with podcast co-host and Global Leadership Summit Executive Producer Lori Hermann, Jason shares why coaching is such a powerful tool for growth and performance, the power of teams, and how there’s really no such thing as an “individual performer”.
S6 E118 · Wed, June 21, 2023
Ep 118 (Ep 56 Re-release): Jason Dorsey – Leading Through Generational Differences
Navigating generational diversity is a given in today’s culture, and is also a real challenge for leaders. Not only do different generations have different perceptions and motivations, there is always the opportunity for misunderstanding and frustration to arise. However, in this re-release of an episode from 2019, Craig Groeschel interviews researcher and speaker Jason Dorsey about his work with generational distinctives in the workplace. Jason shares ways that leaders can understand different generations, and then use that understanding to lead effectively across multiple generations.
S6 E117 · Tue, June 06, 2023
Ep 117: Behind the Leader with Liz Bohannon — Knowing the “Very Important Promises”
By age 24, Liz Bohannon had founded her company, Sseko Designs, in Uganda. Since then, she has continued to grow as a leader and expand her wisdom and influence. Recently Sseko has merged with their largest competitor, Noonday Collection, and Global Leadership podcast host Jason Jaggard sat down with Liz to discuss some of the important learnings from the merger, as well as some important leadership tools that have shaped both Sseko and her personal life as well. A past GLS faculty member, Liz will be a part of the 2023 Global Leadership Summit, and we are excited to share her wisdom with you here!
S6 E116 · Tue, May 23, 2023
Ep 116: Reducing Burnout by Cultivating Impact – with Liz Wiseman
How can leaders help employees avoid burnout? In an environment of “quiet quitting” and remote work, how can leaders create teams and environments that avoid burnout? In this talk from a GLSNext event in 2021, researcher and executive advisor Liz Wiseman reveals the surprising connection between employee impact and low burnout rates, and also five key characteristics of “high impact” employees. If you are interested in how to leverage impact for employee engagement, or if you are looking to become a high impact player yourself, we invite you to take this opportunity to learn from Liz’s practical wisdom.
S6 E115 · Tue, May 09, 2023
Ep 115: Behind the Leader with José Hernández - The Enduring Power of Knowing Your “Why?”
Former NASA astronaut José Hernández first knew he wanted to go to space when he was 10 years old. Remarkably, that dream never faded, and over time grew into a deep-seated sense of mission, purpose, and an overall sense of “Why?” As José talks about his life with podcast host Jason Jaggard , again and again , you will hear José say, “ Because I wanted to go to space . ” That clarity helped sustain his dream over decades when life got challenging or confusing . If you’ve ever wanted to see how the power of “Why?” works in an everyday life, th e n this conversation is for you.
S6 E114 · Tue, April 25, 2023
Ep 114: Behind the Leader With Heather R. Younger — How a High Capacity, High Output Leader Manages to do “All the Things”
When work gets busy, how do you keep from getting overwhelmed? What does it take to be a C-suite leader, an author, a gifted speaker and maintain a healthy family? In this conversation with GLN podcast host Jason Jaggard , Heather R. Younger shares some of the specific practices and “cadences” that help her maximize her creativity, maintain her commitments, and stay deeply connected to her calling to help others. If you are looking for practical tips on how to keep from getting overwhelmed despite the busy-ness of life, this conversation is for you!
S6 E113 · Fri, April 21, 2023
Ep 113 (Part 2): Behind the Leader With Henry Cloud — How Faith and Experience Combine to Guide a Life Spent Helping Others
In part one of our interview with Dr. Henry Cloud, host Jason Jaggard explored the content of Henry’s new book, Trust: Knowing When to Give It, When to Withhold It, and How to Fix It When It Gets Broken. In the second part of our conversation, Jason asks Dr. Cloud about how his life and early experiences led him into the field of psychology, as well as the role that Henry’s faith played in discovering his calling. It was definitely not a straight line for Dr. Cloud, and his story is a reminder of how unexpected hardship and setbacks can have profound long-term impacts, and how God can show up in surprising ways in our lives.
S6 E113 · Tue, April 11, 2023
Ep 113 (Part 1): Dr. Henry Cloud on Why Trust Matters, and What We Need to Do in Order to Learn When (and When not) to Trust
What’s the role of trust in a leader’s life? What can you do to build trust? How do you respond when trust is broken? In his latest book, Trust: Knowing When to Give It, When to Withhold It, How to Earn It, and How to Fix It When It Gets Broken , acclaimed psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud explores the critical role that trust plays in the lives of leaders and their teams. In part one of this two-part conversation, Dr. Cloud sits down with podcast host , Jason Jaggard , to share some of the book’s practical takeaways. We invite you to sit down and lean in for this important conversation.
S6 E111 · Wed, March 29, 2023
Ep 111: Behind the Leader with Cynt Marshall – Dallas Mavericks CEO Unpacks Her Extraordinary Life Journey
Cynt Marshall’s journey to become the CEO of the Dallas Mavericks is truly extraordinary. From growing up in a housing project, to a 36-year career at AT&T, to learning the business of basketball from the ground up, Cynt has led with a deep commitment to the people around her, and also a deep commitment to her own personal values and individuality. In this conversation with Lori Hermann, Cynt shares details about her childhood, what continues to inspires her today, the importance of navigating diversity and inlusion, and what she hopes to accomplish in the next 5 years.
S6 E112 · Tue, March 28, 2023
Ep 112: Behind the Leader with Craig Groeschel – How Becoming a “Student of Himself” Helped Him to Avoid Burnout and Increase Productivity
What does it take to lead and create at a high level, over the long haul? As an author, pastor, and leader of one of Glassdoor’s “Best Places to Work” (2023) , Craig Groeschel intrinsically knows the value of hard work, but in this conversation with Lori Hermann, Craig pulls back the curtain on the key structures, routines and decisions that have helped him to avoid burnout. If you’ve ever struggled with maintaining the balance between productivity and rest, this conversation is definitely for you.
S6 E110 · Fri, March 10, 2023
Ep 110: Behind the Leader with Paula Faris – Courage, Community, and a Call to Strengthen Families by Fighting for Working Moms
After years in broadcast television, Paula Faris took a leap of faith and chose to follow a new call in her life. For Paula, that call includes working to strengthen families by fighting for working moms. On the launch of her second book, You Don’t Have to Carry It All , Paula sat down with the Global Leadership Network’s Lori Hermann to talk about the surprising link between motherhood and leadership characteristics, how she works through fear, and how she cultivates a supportive community around her.
S6 E109 · Wed, February 15, 2023
Ep 109: Behind the Leader with Todd Henry - Looking at the Life of an “Arms Dealer for the Creative Revolution”
What does it take to be able to be brilliant at a moment’s notice? Author, speaker, and podcast host Todd Henry has a life mission to give creatives the information and tools to help them produce consistently great work. In this episode, Todd sits down with our own Jason Jaggard to share insights from his life as a creative, including how he prepares for a keyote , how you don’t have to love writing in order to be a writer, and the key idea that fuels and focuses all of his work. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to show up and be able to do excellent creative work over the long haul, this episode is perfect for you !
S6 E108 · Tue, January 31, 2023
Ep 108: Behind the Leader with Shola Richards – Learning from the Life of a “Kindness Guru”
A significant life crisis led him to the conclusion that the world desperately needed more kindness, and Shola Richards responded by becoming a champion of workplace civility and kindness. Since then, he has gone on to share his learnings through books, speaking, and consulting with many successful organizations. Recently, Shola took some time out of his busy schedule to sit down with our host Lori Hermann, and we invite you to listen in as Shola shares the some of the values, experiences, and activities that helped him in his journey from a place of deep depression to a life of deep purpose and positivity. NOTE: This episode discusses depression and suicide. If you are struggling and need help, contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.
S6 E107 · Tue, January 17, 2023
Ep 107: Behind the Leader with Deb Liu – Battling Imposters, Bringing Others to the Table, and the Importance of Finding Your Superpower
It is an understatement to say that Deb Liu’s rise to CEO of Ancestry.com is “ unique. ” From growing up as a child of Chinese immigrants in South Carolina (where she was often told to “Go back to where she came from ”), to navigating gender imbalance in the tech industry, to an ongoing battle with imposter syndrome, Deb has met challenges with wisdom, grace, and a gentle perseverance. In this conversation with Paula Faris, you can hear Deb share her personal reactions to the challenges (and blessings) of her career, and specific tips, tools, and structures that she uses to arrange her life for continued growth.
S6 E106 · Wed, January 04, 2023
Ep 106: Behind the Leader w/Jon Acuff – How to Execute Without Cultivating Chaos
Goals. Practically all of us have them, but most of us also struggle to consistently achieve them. New York Times bestselling author Jon Acuff is passionate about helping people get better at reaching their dreams , and we recently sat down with him to hear about how his work impacts his personal life. Join us for this wide-ranging and lighthearted conversation as Jon shares about a variety of topics , from how he evaluates the viability of his various creative ideas, to how he constructively deals with fear and chaos in his life, and what it’s like to work on his latest book with his daughters.
S6 E105 · Tue, December 13, 2022
Ep 105: Behind the Leader w/Sahar Hashemi - The Importance of Doing Things Badly
How does one go from being a lawyer, with a sure and safe career path, to becoming an innovative entrepreneur and launching a successful coffee franchise in a nation that is known for drinking tea? Sahar Hashemi’s story is a testimony to the power of action, perseverance, and to being unwilling to settle for a life where you cannot thrive. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to be an entrepreneur, listen as Sahar shares the essential (but simple) behaviors that can help anyone (or any organization) develop—and maintain—a startup mentality.
S6 E104 · Wed, November 30, 2022
Ep 104: Behind the Leader w/Dr. Heidi Grant Halvorson
What do leaders get wrong about human performance and motivation? How can leader s help their people to better navigate uncertainty ? Social Psychologist Dr. Heidi Grant-Halvorson regularly explores these kinds of questions, and i n this conversation with team member Jason Jaggard , she shares insights from her work in the science of leadership, and also some personal “hacks” for working through the process of writing books. Whether you’re an aspiring author, or a leader seeking to more effectively motivate your team , this is a must-listen episode!
S6 E103 · Tue, November 15, 2022
Ep 103: Behind the Leader with Johnny C. Taylor, President and CEO of SHRM
What does it take to run the largest HR organization in the world? How does one become prepared for that kind of responsibility? To kick off our 7 th season, Lori Herman, one of our hosts and Executive Producer of the Global Leadership Summit, sits down with Johnny C. Taylor, President and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Join us as Johnny shares key moments from his leadership journey, the importance of cultural clarity in his leadership, and other insights designed to help us understand “the person behind the leader.”
S5 E102 · Tue, June 07, 2022
Ep 102: Leadership & Human Genius—Erwin Raphael McManus
Is leadership about taking people somewhere, or is it about shaping people in powerful ways? In a recent talk, author, fashion designer, and pastor Erwin Raphael McManus shared the tremendous capacities of human beings—our inherent genius and the ability to create futures. While many of us end up believing a lesser story and forget about our creative power, Erwin shows how leaders can help people recover their faith in their God-given creative capacity and suggests a couple critical, practical tools to unlock your genius.
S5 E101 · Tue, May 03, 2022
“Stick to Your Simple” (For the Good of the World)—Danielle Coke & Danielle Strickland
What if learning to focus simply on what you’ve been called to do could enhance your leadership and influence? In this conversation, entrepreneur, illustrator, and advocate Danielle Coke, shares all the different ways “finding her simple” has impacted her calling, her craft, and her leadership. Listen as this young leader shares her insights on “going viral”, knowing when to step back as a leader, and what it takes to keep creativity flowing in her life.
S5 E100 · Tue, April 19, 2022
Ep 100: Leveraging the Power of Story to Bring Clean Water to the World—Scott Harrison & Trey McKnight
charity: water Founder and CEO, Scott Harrison understands the power of story. In this conversation with Trey McKnight, not only does Scott share how he uses stories for greater impact, but he also shares his own personal story of transformation: how he went from a New York City night club promoter and partier to non-profit CEO, and even how some of his skills as a promotor contributed to charity: water’s success.
S5 E99 · Mon, March 21, 2022
Ep 099: Embracing the “Meta Skill of the 21st Century”—Tasha Eurich & Jason Jaggard
What if there was one skill you could learn that would impact everything about your leadership potential? Author, executive coach, and organizational psychologist, Dr. Tasha Eurich talks with Jason Jaggard about why self-awareness is a “must have” for leaders and provides some simple but effective tools for increasing this leadership competency. Join us as we learn more about the “meta skill for the 21st century.”
S5 E98 · Mon, March 07, 2022
How to Cultivate Leadership Charisma—Vanessa Van Edwards & Tom De Vries
It’s tempting to think that something like “charisma” is innate, something you are born with (or not). However, in this episode, CEO and author, Vanessa Van Edwards shows how we can purposefully dial up our own charisma to increase our effectiveness as leaders. In this conversation with GLN CEO and President, Tom De Vries, Vanessa previews her new book Cues: Small Signals, Incredible Impact and shows us how aligning our non-verbal cues can tangibly and practically increase our personal leadership charisma.
S5 E97 · Tue, January 04, 2022
EP 097: Critical Tools for Creating Irresistible Culture—Craig Groeschel & Albert Tate
What does it take to create and curate an award-winning culture? Life.church was recently voted the #1 Best Place to Work (Small and Medium Businesses) in North America by Glassdoor’s Employees’ Choice Awards. In this episode Craig Groeschel, pastor of Life.Church, talks with Albert Tate about some of the tools Life.Church uses to build and protect its culture. From developing effective and inspirational values, to the critical role of feedback, learn how to create a culture that wins.
S5 E96 · Thu, December 09, 2021
EP 096: Leadership Lessons from a Navy SEAL—Mark Divine & Trey McKnight
How can leaders learn to remain calm, think clearly, and act decisively in stressful situations? Author and former Navy SEAL , Mark Divine joins us to explain how special forces operators maintain focus and clarity in the highest-stress situations imaginable . He also shows how these simple techniques can benefit leaders in all environments and at all levels . By committing to growth at the character and soul level, leaders can unlock the “20x” potential of their teams and impact the world around them .
S5 E95 · Mon, November 15, 2021
Leading With Your Authentic Self–Carla Harris & Mitch Barns
In this episode we invite you to learn from Carla Harris (Vice Chairman, Global Wealth Management and Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley), one of the most powerful leaders on Wall Street. In a conversation with Mitch Barns, Carla shares how to authentically bring your whole self to work, how to find commonality in diversity and inclusion, why relationships matter in a career, and more. No matter where you are at on your leadership journey, Carla’s wisdom will broaden your mind and encourage you.
S5 E94 · Mon, November 01, 2021
Leadership, Mental Health – Dr. Henry Cloud & Paula Faris
What do today’s leaders need to know about mental health? In a conversation that is simultaneously light-hearted and full of deep wisdom, Paula Faris interviews psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud about how leaders can better understand and talk about mental health. Tune in as Dr. Cloud also shares practical advice on how to find a good counselor, and his take on the use of personality assessments to increase self-awareness
S5 E93 · Thu, October 21, 2021
Innovation, Demystified–Brett Hagler & Danielle Strickland
In a time where innovation and visionary thinking are essential to organizational growth and survival, how can leaders inspire and teach teams to try new things and grow ? In this episode, Danielle Strickland interviews Brett Hagler, co- founder and CEO of New Story, which is pioneering new ways to house the under-resourced, and also changing how nonprofits engage with supporters. Through the launch of New Story, and also personal challenge s , Brett shares a powerful, practical approach to innovation .
S5 E92 · Tue, October 12, 2021
The Village Around Every Leader Jo Saxton & Tom De Vries
Leadership can feel like a lonely journey. What’s more, the cultural myth of the “lone ranger” leader is strong, pervasive and can lead to isolation. The truth is every leader needs a community around them in order to point out blind spots and bring out their best. In this conversation with GLN President Tom De Vries, Jo Saxton—author, speaker, podcast host and coach—offers up advice on how to cultivate your “village”, and how to be a helpful part of community for other leaders as well.
S5 E91 · Mon, September 20, 2021
Curiosity, Growth, Risk & Silos General Stanley McChrystal & Paula Faris
As a four-star Army G eneral and chairman of the United States Joint Special Operations Command, Stanley McChrystal has led in some of the most high-stakes, high - pressure environments imaginable, and yet he says leading in business is remarkably similar to leading in the military. In this live recording , Paula Faris interviews General McChrystal on some of his most critical leadership learnings, including the role of curiosit y, growth and risk, and how to break down information silos in an organization .
S5 E90 · Wed, September 01, 2021
Creativity & The Myth of the Quintessential Leader – Bianca Juárez Olthoff & Jason Jaggard
What does it mean to be a leader? Does it mean having a Type A personality? Voraciously digesting every book and conference about leadership? What if there are other ways to lead ? In this fascinating conversation with Jason Jaggard , Bianca Ju á rez Olthoff unpacks the relationship between creativity and leadership, and how creatives can more easily embrace their own influence. Bianca also reveals how to transition well to a new opportunity, and how to establish and curate great teams.
S5 E89 · Tue, August 03, 2021
A Minute to Think with Juliet Funt & Jason Jaggard
What is the current state of working together? How can leaders compassionately and effectively help their employees work at a more sane—and effective —pace? As people start to return to a physical office space, leaders need tools to help employees thrive and establish healthier work cultures. In this episode, author and productivity expert, Juliet Funt, talks with Jason Jaggard about breaking out of the cycle of complacency and rewriting norms around waste, burnout and communication.
S5 E88 · Tue, June 22, 2021
Jerry Lorenzo and Craig Groeschel - Leading with Compassion and Empathy
How does intuition and creativity intersect with day-in, day-out, practical leadership? What does it take to overcome fear and insecurity, even when the stakes are high and the future of your company may rest on the next great creative design? In this episode, Craig Groeschel interviews fashion designer , Jerry Lorenzo (Fear of God) and explores topics like weighing data against intuition, how to lead with compassion and empathy, and the critical role of daily disciplines in a leader’s life.
S5 E87 · Tue, June 08, 2021
Unleashing the Power of Productivity with Charles Duhigg
Have you ever spent an entire day frantically working, only to finish and wonder if you’ve actually accomplished anything significant ? Is there a way to truly be more productive and not simply busier? Paula Faris interviews New York Times best-selling author Charles Duhigg on how to distinguish between mere busyness and true productivity, and also shares real-world, practical techniques to super charge not only your own productivity, but also the productivity of the teams you lead.
Trailer · Thu, May 20, 2021
Season 5 Trailer: Are YOU curious?
In this episode of our brand-new season of The Global Leadership Podcast , hear from Global Leadership Network president & CEO, Tom De Vries, and podcast producer & host, Ashlyn Ochoa, as they reveal what’s in store for you and share a few fun updates. Designed for curious, growth-minded, leadership enthusiasts like you—this next season brings you insightful, thought-provoking conversations with a diverse group of world-class leaders. Are YOU curious? Get excited!
S5 E86 · Mon, March 08, 2021
Liz Wiseman on The Multiplier Effect
What kind of leader gets the most out of people? In this engaging talk from the 2013 Global Leadership Summit, best-selling author and CEO, Liz Wiseman, talks about the characteristics of “Multipliers” (leaders who empower and release others), and “Diminishers” (leaders who limit and restrict the potential of those they lead). Wiseman also shares subtle ways leaders function as “accidental diminishers,” and the most practical shift we can make in order to start becoming a better Multiplier.
S5 E85 · Tue, February 02, 2021
Generational Differences: Bridging the Divide, Nona Jones and Jason Dorsey
Are there valid generational differences between older and younger workers? Do Millenials and Gen Z lack a “work ethic”? Join Nona Jones and Jason Dorsey as they have a fascinating conversation about the intersection of generational demographics, technology, and the culture of work, and offer practical tips on how to build stronger generational bridges in the workplace.
S5 E84 · Tue, January 12, 2021
Reinventing Yourself, Sadie Robertson Huff, Paula Faris & Jason Jaggard
Is God trying to move you into a new season? Are you feeling an ache in your spirit? All leaders experience seasons of reinvention that are both exhilarating and terrifying. And as you grow in your leadership, you start to recognize the internal and external signs indicating its time to chart a new course. In this episode of the GLS Podcast , Sadie Roberson Huff, Paula Faris and elite executive coach Jason Jaggard discuss the key questions you should ask yourself as you consider a big move and the truths you can lean into to calm your fear.
S5 E83 · Tue, December 15, 2020
Leading Through the Dip, Craig Groeschel & Danielle Strickland
All organizations and systems go through inevitable cycles of birth, growth and maturity, decline and even death. We all enjoy leading when things are going up and to the right, but how do you lead through a season of decline, or the dip? In this important conversation with Danielle Strickland, long-term leader Craig Groeschel dives into what it takes to lead effectively through the dip. When leaders are willing to pivot and think about change in more helpful ways, the dip can actually springboard your organization to new levels of success and engagement.
S5 E82 · Mon, November 09, 2020
The Emotionally Safe Leader, Lysa TerKeurst & Jason Jaggard
“Leadership is hard, and you will get hurt,” says author Lysa TerKeurst. While forgiveness is more commonly addressed in a counselor’s office than a corporate boardroom, Lysa TerKeurst cites evidence that a leader’s ability to forgive is a game-changer for organizational culture. In this episode, Lysa sits down for a vulnerable conversation with elite executive coach, Jason Jaggard, challenging you to work toward forgiveness and create emotionally safe workplaces where innovation can flourish.
S5 E81 · Tue, October 20, 2020
Lies About Work, Marcus Buckingham & Kim Simios
As a leader, you’ve likely received training about the importance of company culture, strategic planning and feedback. Training on the implementation of these leadership tools has become essential for every leader. But researcher, Marcus Buckingham says, “Wait.” Based on his observations about the real world of work and multiple research studies, he began to question some of the most venerated truisms of business, daring to suggest the key to organizational success actually happens on the team level. In this fascinating conversation with business leader, Kim Simios, Marcus unpacks three of his “nine lies about work” and explains how you can become more human in the ways you manage people while at the same time increase productivity and engagement.
S5 E80 · Wed, September 30, 2020
Your Leadership Pace, Michael Todd & Jason Jaggard
How fast is your leadership pace these days? Are you running so fast that you don’t have any time for friends, family, reflection and growth? Are you sensing a lack of peace? Or are you in a slower season where it might be time to step back into a challenging vision again? Pastor Michael Todd discovered a surprising truth about the pace of leadership when he made the choice to stride instead of strive. By choosing a slower and more intentional pace, he not only found more peace in his life, but amazing things started to happen. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, elite executive coach Jason Jaggard interviews Pastor Mike about how to find your optimal leadership pace.
S5 E79 · Mon, September 21, 2020
Leadership & the Race Conversation, Part 2 Dr. David Anderson and David Livermore Ph.D.
Our nation continues to be stirred by racial injustice and social unrest . At the Global Leadership Network, we recognize these are universal issues requiring leaders to step up and engage. Research shows increasing diversity on teams and in every sector of society improves productivity and moral , a dding value within organizations. <span class= "TextRun SCXW130733392 BCX
S5 E78 · Wed, September 09, 2020
Called Out, Paula Faris & Craig Groeschel
Over the course of your life and career, you have probably experienced a reset. Paula Faris’ reset came when she realized her high-flying career was clashing with the values she claimed to profess. So, she gave up two dream jobs in order to more fully live her purpose. Along the way, she discovered some insights into the perils of being addicted to work, the nature of calling and the presence of fear alongside of peace. In this episode, Summit Champion, Craig Groeschel interviews Paula about what it means to be called out.
S5 E77 · Tue, August 18, 2020
Multiply Your Time, Rory Vaden & Jason Jaggard
Time is a limited commodity. What if you could develop a new relationship with time that would free you up to work on your most important projects or connect with the people and causes you care about most? In this practical and counter-intuitive interview with elite executive coach Jason Jaggard, best-selling author Rory Vaden describes the strategic mindset that will actually allow you to multiply your time. Walk away with surprising ways you can stop wasting time, gain productivity and increase your quality of life.
S4 E76 · Tue, July 14, 2020
Leading Through Influence, Michael Todd & Craig Groeschel
What would you do if your modestly sized leadership platform expanded overnight? What if you suddenly found yourself being called an influencer. In this crossover episode from the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcast , Craig interviews pastor Michael Todd whose ministry went viral in 2018, gaining hundreds of thousands of followers in a six-month period after someone shared one of his videos on Twitter. In this episode, they discuss how influence and fame are different and how fame alone isn't leadership. Listen in and learn how to build trust, lead up and leverage technology to grow your ability to truly influence others.
S4 E75 · Thu, June 18, 2020
Leadership & the Race Conversation Part 1, David Livermore Ph.D. & Dr. David Anderson
Our nation is stirred by ongoing racial injustice. At the Global Leadership Network, we know the challenges of discrimination and racial injustice are universal issues requiring leaders to step up and engage. Research shows that increasing diversity on teams in every sector improves productivity, morale and adds value within organizations and to those they serve. This episode is a re-release of a candid conversation between Dr. David Anderson and David Livermore, Ph.D. on racial and cultural intelligence. In this conversation, Anderson and Livermore model the challenges inherent in a multicultural dialogue, encouraging teams to ask uncomfortable questions, listen well and wrestle with the implications of difference.
S4 E75 · Mon, June 01, 2020
Danielle Strickland and Sam Collier on Better Together
Our world is riddled with injustice. In the #MeToo and #ChurchToo era, many of us have been wondering how to move towards healing. This episode of The GLS Podcast is a special crossover episode from the For The Good podcast, featuring a conversation between justice advocate Danielle Strickland and For the Good co-host, Sam Collier, about her latest book Better Together . You will also hear from producer, Ashlyn Ochoa. Danielle is helping us reimagine a better future where men and women can heal the divide and transform the future together. Join this conversation and be moved by Danielle’s stories, challenged by the principles she shares and ultimately inspired to use your inherent power for the good.
S4 E73 · Wed, May 20, 2020
Chris Voss on Facing Fear In Uncertain Situations
On May 5, 2020, the GLS next Event Series hosted Chris Voss for a highly-relevant online event on Facing Fear in Uncertain Situations. Drawing upon 24-years of real-life experience as an FBI hostage negotiator, Chris shared seven key relational intelligence strategies that he used to lead people through unpredictable and fear-filled situations. If the team you lead, or anyone in your life, is struggling with fear in this season, this can’t-miss episode will help you calm the situation and help them move forward.
S4 E72 · Mon, May 11, 2020
Juliet Funt, Dr. Henry Cloud, Patrick Lencioni & Craig Groeschel on Trailblazing in Uncertainty
On April 30, 2020, the GLS next Event Series hosted a high-impact online event with top-rated Summit faculty Juliet Funt, Patrick Lencioni and Dr. Henry Cloud, hosted by Craig Groeschel. During this event, they discussed ways to lead and move forward during this season of uncertainty. “We’re in an in-between time,” said Dr. Cloud. “Like the moment on a trapeze when you are going from one trapeze to another.” Drawing from their expertise in organizational psychology, organizational health and productivity, you are not going to want to miss this conversation. Get ready to gain new insights and practical tools to thrive during this season and come out stronger on the other side.
S4 E71 · Fri, May 08, 2020
Craig Groeschel on Leading Through the Storm
During the global coronavirus pandemic, the Global Leadership Network has felt the call to equip and inspire leaders with practical support for leading in crisis. On April 30, 2020, we hosted a special coaching event with Summit Champion, Craig Groeschel for our audience of global leaders across Canada, Latin America, Africa, India and Europe. Wherever you find yourself right now, whether you are on lockdown or starting to re-enter, you will find wisdom and encouragement in Craig’s message on “Leading through the Storm”.
S4 E70 · Wed, April 29, 2020
Nona Jones on Social Leadership
The social distancing we are experiencing in the Spring of 2020 has caused individuals and organizations to lean into digital communication like never before. Businesses and churches are sensing an urgent need to ramp-up their ability to effectively use social technology and build community online. In this impactful GLS next Event session, recorded in February 2020, Facebook executive Nona Jones provides timely instruction about the key mindset and tactics you will need to build meaningful social relationships on digital platforms.
S4 E69 · Thu, April 09, 2020
Craig Groeschel on Leading from Home
During the COVID-19 crisis of early 2020, many teams are working remotely from home. In this season, meetings are over video, communication is sometimes indirect, and leadership has unique challenges. In addition to the physical differences and requirements of working from home, team members may also feel emotionally disoriented. For some team members, they may be stressed because they have even more work than normal—and for other team members, they may feel guilt over not having enough to contribute. In this cross-over episode from the Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcas t, Craig shares his top tips for Leading from Home.
S4 E68 · Thu, April 09, 2020
Leading Through Crisis with Craig Groeschel
The COVID-19 crisis of 2020 has impacted the entire planet. Healthcare systems are being stretched to the brink. Non-essential businesses and churches are being asked to close their doors. We are all being asked to stay home and wear masks in public. In times like this, your leadership is needed more than ever. As the crisis spread around the world, Summit Champion Craig Groeschel hosted several webinars for our global partners. In this episode of the GLS Podcast, we are sharing that impactful content with our podcast audience. Craig will help us put this crisis into a broader perspective and share a very practical exercise that will help you step out of the urgent and identify your most important priorities in this ever-changing time.
S4 E67 · Mon, March 02, 2020
Chris Voss and Paula Faris on Negotiation
As former lead kidnapping negotiator for the FBI, master negotiator Chris Voss trains and advises leaders on complex mediations. In this engaging interview, Paula Faris draws out stories from bank robbery and kidnapping negotiations–drawing out transferrable learnings along the way. Learn how Chris uses the specific techniques of mirroring, positive endings and identifying fear to build the tactical empathy that leads to positive outcomes.
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