"Can trust and conflict make or break your leadership team? In this eye-opening episode, Ari Berman, CEO of Bioteam, shares how he turned executive defensiveness and people-pleasing into trust-building and radical candor—creating alignment in a remote, fast-moving company."

Host Jeff Harnois dives deep with Ari into the real-world application of the 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, covering topics from trust and conflict to communication and leadership self-awareness. Ari’s story blends scientific precision with personal transformation—offering a candid look at what it means to build trust, foster healthy conflict, and lead with clarity.

🚀 Key Topics:
✔️ Why trust is the foundation of effective teams.
✔️ How to move from people-pleasing to Radical Candor.
✔️ Using psychometrics and the Johari Window for leadership growth.
✔️ Challenges of alignment and communication in remote organizations.
✔️ Honest reflections on defensiveness, delegation, and culture-building.

Connect with Ari Berman:
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/arieberman
🌐 Website: https://bioteam.net/

#LeadershipDevelopment #RadicalCandor #CohesiveTeams #TrustInLeadership #ExecutiveCoaching #RemoteLeadership #OrganizationalAlignment #iBridgedLeadership #Podcast

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Can empathy and appreciation make you a better leader? Lois Hoyt’s HEART framework is transforming how leaders inspire and engage their teams.

Lois Hoyt, a seasoned HR executive and leadership expert, shares her proven HEART framework for effective leadership. Learn how Honesty, Empathy, Appreciation, Respect, and Trust can elevate your leadership skills and transform your workplace culture.

If you’re a leader looking to improve team engagement, emotional intelligence, and workforce management, this episode is for you!

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🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lois-hoyt-sphr-14451063

#Leadership #EmotionalIntelligence #TeamBuilding #WorkforceEngagement

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How do billion-dollar partnerships succeed—or fail? Anya Eremenko, a former Google leader, reveals the strategies behind building trust, managing complexity, and driving global partnerships. In this episode, we dive into the business of collaboration, from healthcare to cloud computing."

In this episode, we speaks with Anya Eremenko about the high-stakes world of strategic partnerships. From securing deals with Mayo Clinic to scaling global initiatives at Google, Anya shares insights on leadership, decision-making, and the key to lasting business relationships.

🚀 Key Takeaways:
✔️ The role of trust in high-level partnerships.
✔️ How Google structured its partnerships team for success.
✔️ Managing complexity in healthcare, tech, and government collaborations.
✔️ The importance of an "owner mindset" in career growth.

🔗 Connect with Anya Eremenko:
💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/anya-eremenko

#StrategicPartnerships #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #GoogleVeteran #TechInnovation #EnterpriseScaling #TrustInBusiness

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What if trust wasn’t just about reliability, but about embracing vulnerability? In this episode, HR executive Nicole Martin reveals how redefining trust can unlock leadership potential and create high-performing teams.

With 20+ years of experience in leadership development, Nicole helps organizations build trust-based cultures that drive success. She explains how DISC personality assessments shape team dynamics and why vulnerability is a superpower for leaders.

📌 Key Takeaways:
✔️ Why vulnerability is key to strong leadership.
✔️ How different personality types build trust.
✔️ The role of trust in driving business success.

Connect with Nicole Martin:
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolemartinhr/

#LeadershipDevelopment #TrustInTeams #HRLeadership #VulnerabilityInLeadership #BusinessSuccess #5Behaviors #DISCAssessment 

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In this episode, I sit down with Joe Mindak, CEO and founder of Nolodex, about his journey as an entrepreneur and his approach to building trust, accountability, and team-based results. Joe shares his insights on how to create a successful business by focusing on the customer experience, setting clear expectations, and hiring the right people. He also discusses the importance of reading books and seeking advice from others to avoid common mistakes. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemindak/

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Unlock the secrets to driving employee engagement and connectedness in your organization. Join us as we sit down with Lauren Burris, Director of Engagement and Development at Certinia, to discuss her journey in creating a high-performing organization through strategic initiatives and programs.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-burris/

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Join us as we sit down with Heather Gille, award-winning Chief People Officer and HR Executive, to discuss the secrets behind her success in transforming organizations and building high-performance cultures. With her unique blend of business and people management expertise, Heather shares her insights on the importance of trust, conflict, and effective leadership in driving strategic results. Tune in to learn more about her approach to HR and how you can apply her strategies to your own organization.
 
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathergille/

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In this first episode of "iBridged Leadership Stories," with Adam Duguay, an engineering leader in a top medical device company. Adam shares his journey from engineering to leadership, insights on building trust, and strategies for overcoming leadership challenges. Tune in for inspiring lessons on leading diverse teams with a focus on the human side of leadership!

Connect with Adam Duguay:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-duguay-pe/

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