Leadership Lowdown

Great leadership doesn’t always come from having all the answers. Sometimes, it starts with curiosity and the courage to ask, “What if?”

On this week’s Leadership Lowdown, Bethany Mok, Manager of Advancement for the Cardinals Foundation, shares how fresh perspectives can help shift stagnant cultures and inspire new ways of leading. Bethany talks about rethinking mentorship and how some of the most meaningful mentors influence us in simple, everyday moments, often without even realizing the impact they’re having.

It’s an inspiring conversation about growth, curiosity, and staying open to leadership lessons that can show up when you least expect them.

Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown highlights real stories from leaders who lead with trust and heart.

New episodes drop every Thursday at 6:00 a.m.

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Doing things the right way from the start isn’t always easy, but it can become one of a business’s greatest strengths.

In this week’s Leadership Lowdown, Glenna Gates, Owner of Spherion Staffing, shares how embracing compliance, auditing, and prevention helped create consistency, protect trust, and give her peace of mind as a leader. She also reflects on the early days of entrepreneurship and the lessons that come from working closely with people.

It’s a conversation about integrity, intention, and why addressing problems before customers ever feel them matters more than many leaders realize.

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Teaching is more than delivering information — it’s a craft that shapes lives and communities.

On this week’s episode of Leadership Lowdown, Lloyd Hopkins, Founder and Executive Director of the Million Dollar Teacher Project, shares why truly effective teaching requires a rare combination of skill, connection, and purpose. Lloyd explains the difference between simply presenting material and creating moments where learning truly clicks — and why educators with that ability deserve greater recognition, support, and investment.

His work centers on elevating the teaching profession and strengthening classrooms by championing the educators whose talent and dedication make learning possible.

It’s a thoughtful and inspiring conversation about leadership, respect for the craft of teaching, and the long-term impact educators have on our future workforce and communities.

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Leadership starts with clarity, knowing who you want to be, trusting yourself, and pursuing your goals with confidence.

In this week’s episode of Leadership Lowdown, Ladonna Weaver, Senior Vice President at Northern Trust Company, shares powerful insight on why self-belief is essential to effective leadership.

Ladonna discusses the importance of tuning out limiting voices, staying grounded in your purpose, and actively encouraging others to pursue their goals and potential.

It’s a thoughtful, motivating conversation about perseverance, confidence, and the responsibility leaders have to uplift those around them, both professionally and personally.

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New episodes every Thursday at 6:00 a.m.

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Some conversations stick with you—and this one is exactly that.

This week on the Leadership Lowdown podcast, Jodi Low talks with Kimberly Blair, Owner of The Guides Holistic Therapies, about healing, empowerment, and what it means to truly support someone as they move toward emotional freedom.

Kimberly shares her heartfelt approach to helping clients reach a place of wholeness, where they don’t need ongoing support, but can step into life with more confidence, clarity, and strength.

If you’re in a season of growth (or you support others for a living), this episode is worth a listen. 💛

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This week on Leadership Lowdown, Joe Ducey, Business and Consumer Specialist at BBB Serving the Pacific Southwest, shares practical advice on how to spot and avoid modern scams. From fake invoices targeting businesses to convincing emails and texts, Joe explains why it is critical to go directly to the source, your bank, your account, or the official website, before responding to anything suspicious.

It is a valuable conversation about awareness, prevention, and protecting yourself and your business from today’s evolving scams.

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This week on Leadership Lowdown, Jennifer Barnes, CEO of Optima Office Inc., shares why entrepreneurship can become a calling you cannot ignore. Jennifer talks about the rollercoaster of building a company, why the right fit matters more than comfort, and what it means to embrace being “unemployable” in the best possible way.

It’s an inspiring conversation about purpose, resilience, and choosing the path that matches your nature.

Hosted by Jodi Low and powered by BBB and U & Improved, Leadership Lowdown brings you authentic stories of leaders who lead with trust and heart.

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This week on Leadership Lowdown, Dr. Aaron Blocher-Rubin, Founder and CEO of AZ Autism United, shares how a personal mission became a statewide movement for better care. After seeing firsthand the impact of quality autism support, Aaron set out to make those same services accessible to families everywhere, turning passion into purpose and purpose into progress.

It’s a motivating conversation about compassion, innovation, and creating solutions that make a real difference.

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This week on Leadership Lowdown, James Floros, Founder and CEO of Floros & Associates, shares why maintaining a positive attitude is the key to effective leadership and a fulfilling life. James believes that no matter the situation, you can choose optimism, look for the good in others, and make the best of where you are. Positivity not only shapes perspective, it inspires those around you.

It’s an inspiring conversation about mindset, leadership, and choosing to lead with optimism and grace.

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This week on Leadership Lowdown, Patrick Ware and Jonathan Buford of Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company talk about the power of bringing people together in real life. From their vibrant beer garden to a culture that welcomes everyone, they share how creating space for connection builds community, diversity, and shared experience in a world that’s increasingly digital.

It’s an intriguing conversation about authenticity, belonging, and the human side of business.

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New episodes every Thursday.

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