Everybody Pulls The Tarp

This week Andrew talks with renowned social scientist David Livermore. David is the author of the new book Digital, Diverse & Divided: How to Talk to Racists, Compete with Robots, and Overcome Polarization. David is an expert on cultural intelligence, a scientific model for working with people from different cultures. He is a frequent speaker and adviser to Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and foreign diplomats.  In this conversation, David shares how leaders, teams, and people everywhere can work through differences and accomplish ambitious goals together. This conversation is not about the complex, controversial issues that divide us. Instead, it's filled with actionable tips you can implement right away to bridge divides—in the boardroom, the classroom, or in your next conversation with a friend at the grocery store.

Show Highlights:
(2:20) - What is Cultural Intelligence?
(3:19) - Overcoming divisiveness that limits teams
(4:12) - Helping people with different backgrounds work together
(4:27) - Seeking to understand others
(4:54) - 4 capabilities
(7:20) - Showing openness to a different perspective
(7:43) - Avoiding overgeneralization
(12:10) - Addressing controversial topics at work
(14:28) - Overcoming communication issues
(16:10) - Listen like you're wrong
(17:30) - False assumptions
(20:56) - David's career
(22:50) - Learning to listen first
(25:59) - Learning from mistakes
(26:13) - 10 year vision

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This week Andrew talks with Olympic gold medalist Tara Lipinski. In 1998, at the age of 15 years old, Tara became the youngest individual gold medalist in Winter Games history—breaking a record that had been held since 1928. Since retiring from competitive skating, Tara continues taking on bold new challenges that push her outside of her comfort zone. She’s an author, actress, broadcaster, and recently produced a TV docuseries.  Andrew and Tara explore the success secrets that propelled her to record-setting success as a figure skater—and how she draws upon the same mindsets, skills, and habits today in new ventures. You'll hear practical lessons from Tara to help you overcome doubt, better manage your adrenaline, and rise to the occasion when the spotlight is on. This conversation will help you take your performance to a championship level in anything. 

Show Highlights:
(2:00) - How Tara got started in ice skating
(4:17) - Typical training day as a kid
(6:45) - Managing training like a relationship
(7:43) - Balancing perfectionism and "winging it"
(8:51) - Overcoming self-doubt
(9:45) - Using nerves to your advantage
(10:30) - Managing your adrenaline
(12:27) - Role of positive thinking
(17:15) - Thriving in high-pressure moments
(18:06) - Decision to retire from competition
(19:02) - Managing fame & celebrity
(25:19) - Tara's "pinch me" moments

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This week Andrew talks with R.E.M.’s Mike Mills. R.E.M. played their first show in 1980 at an abandoned church in Athens, Georgia. Over the next 3+ decades, the band released 15 albums, won multiple Grammy Awards, and became one of the most iconic bands of all-time. In this conversation, Andrew asks Mike about his extraordinary career and R.E.M.’s unprecedented success. Andrew and Mike explore R.E.M.’s creative process, the core principles the band used to drive effective teamwork, and so much more. This episode is jam-packed with ideas, wisdom, and lessons from Mike that you can apply to your own life.

Show Highlights:
(2:30) - 3 keys to success
(3:34) - Balancing ups and downs
(5:08) - Knowing what not to do
(5:41) - R.E.M.'s core principles
(6:51) - Sharing writing & money equally
(7:40) - Keys to successful collaboration
(9:56) - Setting yourself up for success
(10:39) - Not taking any breaks
(11:16) - Enjoying the process
(11:35) - Impact of Athens, GA
(14:03) - Why success is never easy
(16:02) - Andrew welcomes Mike to tarp puller club

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This week Andrew talks with 2x NHL All-Star & former Washington Capitals star Olaf Kolzig. Olie’s NHL career spanned 17 seasons and he recorded 303 career wins. He won the Vezina Trophy as the NHL’s top goaltender for the 1999-2000 NHL season. However, Olie’s talent on the ice is just a part of his story. He’s also known for his extraordinary work in the community and won the NHL’s King Clancy Trophy for leadership and humanitarian efforts. Andrew and Olie explore how he persisted through ups and downs early in his career, how he learned to channel his emotions, and so much more. For Olie, everything is built upon a passion for lifting up his teammates, his family, and the community around him. This conversation is a great reminder that every single one of us has the power to make a difference in the lives of others.

Show Highlights:
(2:38) - Getting into hockey
(3:28) - First time playing goaltender
(4:23) - Establishing your own personality
(6:20) - Modeling your approach after others
(7:07) - Developing emotional and mental toughness
(8:23) - Persisting through ups and downs
(10:45) - Stronger work ethic than others
(11:53) - Developing a "short memory"
(15:05) - Balancing emotions
(16:12) - Starting strong and building confidence
(17:50) - Stepping into a leadership role
(19:53) - Olie's community work
(22:23) - Using your voice for good
(23:09) - Living your beliefs and treating others right

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This week Andrew talks with Build-A-Bear President & CEO Sharon Price John. Sharon took the reins at Build-A-Bear in 2013 and in just a few short years helped revitalize the brand and lead the company through a financial turnaround. Since then, she and her team have continued to grow Build-A-Bear into a global sensation. The company has sold over 200 million bears around the world and is celebrating its 25th anniversary during 2022. Sharon is the author of the upcoming book Stories & Heart and the book is filled with candid stories to inspire others to create meaningful change. As you’ll hear in this conversation, Sharon is no stranger to finding ways to expand horizons and make an impact. Sharon and Andrew explore how to find your purpose, create your own opportunities, and the power of focusing on the possible even when it’s not probable.  There is something in this conversation for everyone. 

Show Highlights:
(2:50) – Sharon’s childhood
(3:17) – Creative passions
(4:08) – Decision to travel internationally in high school
(5:05) – How travel changed trajectory of Sharon's life & perspectives
(6:53) – Working at World’s Fair
(8:56) – Interviewing for jobs in New York
(9:21) – Setting personal “Price Values”
(11:01) – Trying to find a job in New York
(13:28) – Power of not knowing any better
(13:38) – Focusing on the possible even if it’s not probable
(13:59) – Leading Build-A-Bear turnaround
(17:00) – Transforming Build-A-Bear into multi-dimensional brand
(18:57) – Expanding processes and technology to scale Build-A-Bear
(19:33) – Seizing market opportunities
(20:42) – Overcoming retail adversity & economic challenges
(22:02) – Building a consistent guest experience & “the surround sound of engagement”
(24:30) – Adding more heart to life
(25:36) – Identifying team members to carry out a vision
(26:22) – Sharon’s upcoming book Stories & Heart 
(26:37) – Creating meaning through experiences
(26:58) – Reflecting on your journey
(28:12) – Keeping things in perspective

** For more info on Sharon's upcoming book, visit www.storiesandheart.com **

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This week Andrew talks with Executive & Leadership Coach Shayna Bergman. Shayna is an expert in helping parents in leadership and executive roles reach their full potential. In this conversation, Shayna shares what she's learned the past 20 years helping high-potential leaders and executives grow their careers. You'll hear Shayna's advice on overcoming the biggest challenges leaders face, how to know when to keep going versus when to pivot, and so much more. Shayna also shares a life-changing lesson she learned as a kid in the back of her family’s 1985 Oldsmobile Station Wagon. It's a powerful reminder that you never know when someone else is watching, listening, and looking for a little spark to put them on the path to uncovering their full potential. Hearing all of Shayna's advice might be the spark you need to get wherever it is you want to go. 

Show Highlights:
(2:55) - Challenges for modern leaders
(3:41) - Identifying your dreams and goals
(4:58) - Knowing when to pivot
(5:08) - Defining success
(6:29) - Pivoting your mindset
(7:06) - Your power of choice
(8:21) - More success with less stress
(8:41) - Clarifying your career goals
(11:55) - Juggling personal and professional tasks
(12:05) - Context switching
(14:50) - Finding your table pounders
(16:12) - Taking small, brave micro-steps
(17:27) - Being vulnerable
(19:41) - "Today Me, Tomorrow You" Framework
(20:05) - Creating a healthy environment for others
(22:01) - Finding career and personal growth opportunities
(24:04) - Failure as a success tool
(28:34) - Why Shayna got into coaching
(31:37) - Leaning into passions & finding your purpose

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This week Andrew talks with Olympic swimmer Regan Smith. Regan is just 20 years old and fresh off winning 3 Olympic medals at the 2020 Tokyo Games. Last month, Regan announced her decision to leave Stanford University after just one year and officially turn pro. Regan shares how she’s learned to trust her instincts and know when to pivot. She calls herself a “work in progress” and you’ll hear all about the techniques and mindsets Regan uses to continuously improve in a sport where fractions of a second make all the difference. Regan’s wisdom is well beyond her years and this conversation is filled with lessons you can apply to anything. Most importantly, it's a reminder that the time is always right to bet on yourself and go for the gold.

Show Highlights:
(2:30) - Difficult decision to leave Stanford
(4:05) - Finding systems that work for you
(6:00) - Managing up
(8:01) - Decision to work with Bob Bowman
(9:40) - Driving incremental improvement
(11:53) - Setting priorities and focus areas
(13:35) - Building momentum
(14:45) - Mental skills
(15:05) - Role of positive self-talk
(16:02) - Rebuilding confidence
(16:24) - Controlling the moment
(18:20) - Planning for Paris 2024
(22:56) - Measuring success
(25:00) - Regan's mission to give back

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This week Andrew talks to Tom Hassell. Tom is the president at Life is Good, a lifestyle apparel brand on a mission to spread the power of optimism. The company has achieved extraordinary success and grown to become a $150 million brand—all while not losing sight of its greater mission. Andrew asks Tom all about Life is Good’s creative process, how the company balances its corporate and community initiatives, and for advice on how to lead with speed and adaptability. You’ll also hear what Tom and his team did when the company couldn’t find enough staff to run its production center. You guessed it—they pulled the tarp.

Show Highlights:
(2:33) - The spirit of optimism
(2:53) - Taking on diverse challenges
(3:15) - Saying yes to new opportunities
(4:05) - Life is Good growth story
(6:10) - Avoiding toxic positivity
(7:15) - Becoming more optimistic
(8:05) - Process improvement
(9:50) - Creative process
(12:22) - Role of speed and adaptability
(16:46) - Overcoming staffing shortage
(20:01) - Impact of playing different roles
(23:36) - Fuel stories
(24:19) - Core values

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This week Andrew talks with Jenna Bandy. Jenna has amassed newfound fame and over 1 million TikTok followers with entertaining videos of her basketball trick shots and other unique, inspiring content. Jenna is also a Guinness World Record holder but this conversation is about far more than world records, basketball trick shots, and social media content. You’ll hear how a recent encounter with a young fan inspired Jenna to double down on her efforts to motivate and inspire others. She peeled back the curtain on her life as one of the most productive content creators in her industry—and explained why she believes life is about going above and beyond to serve others. Jenna’s story is an important reminder that every single one of us has the ability to change people’s lives. 

Show Highlights:

2:20 - Becoming a content creator
2:55 - Career transition
3:05 - First viral content
4:47 - Creating new ideas
5:10 - Being competitive
5:15 - Breaking a Guinness World Record
7:40 - Creative process
9:10 - Winning $100K
10:18 - Adjusting to newfound fame
11:34 - Life as an entrepreneur
15:20 - Thinking beyond the transaction
16:40 - Being inspired by a young fan
18:50 - Growing mentally, physically, & fiscally
20:28 - Challenging norms
21:30 - Overcoming adversity
24:23 - Why Jenna’s inspired to pull the tarp

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This week Andrew talks with New York Rangers legend and Stanley Cup Champion Mike Richter. Mike is a 3x NHL All-Star and won over 300 games. In 1994, Mike’s extraordinary consistency, acrobatic saves, and timely heroics helped lead the Rangers to the team’s first Stanley Cup championship in 54 years. In this conversation, Mike shares the mindsets and processes that made him one of hockey's all-time great goaltenders and discusses how he applies the same skills today as a business and community leader. Mike also gives Andrew a behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest moments in New York sports history—his iconic penalty shot save on Pavel Bure in the 1994 Stanley Cup Finals. This conversation is filled with lessons to help you improve your focus, navigate pressure, and perform your best when it counts.

Show Highlights:
3:51 - Mike's childhood
6:25 - Goaltending is a game within a game
6:48 - Setting a high standard
7:40 - Leadership lessons from Mark Messier
8:35 - Balancing personal focus and team success
9:51 - Andrew's memories watching Mike
10:26 - Developing and maintaining focus
11:34 - Role of meditation and mindset
13:22 - Consistency
14:16 - Life after hockey
15:05 - Little things that make a big impact
15:37 - Mindset and approach
16:47 - Staying present in the moment
19:20 - 1994 Stanley Cup Finals
19:49 - Penalty shot save on Pavel Bure
23:26 - Role at Brightcore Energy
23:41 - Decision to go back to school
24:00 - Studying at Yale University
26:52 - Transition from hockey to business
30:11 - Personal discipline
32:48 - Important work is not easy

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