Leading to Win

By Bo Bergen

Welcome to 'Lead to Win,' the podcast that equips you with the strategies, insights, and inspiration you need to become a successful leader. Join us as we explore key leadership principles, interview ... more

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The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.

Leading to Win episodes:

March 12, 2024 S2 E2: Joe Schmit
This week on the Lead to Win Podcast, we visit with Joe Schmit. Joe is an author, award-winning broadcaster, community leader and popular keynote speaker. His book “Silent Impact” Influence Through Purpose, Persistence and Passion is now in its second edition. His new book is titled “The Impact Blueprint,” A Step by Step Journey to a Life of Significance. Joe was recently honored by the National Speakers Association (NSA) with the Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) designation. Less than 15 percent of NSA members worldwide have achieved the CSP designation. As a sports broadcaster, he has covered every major sporting event in the past 4 decades and has interviewed many of the biggest names in sports. He joined KSTP-TV in 1985 and has won 18 Emmys from the National Television Academy. He was also honored with a National Headliner Award in 2001.
Takeaways:
Overcoming self-doubt is essential for personal growth and leadership.
Taking small steps and consistently putting points on the board can lead to significant progress.
Success is a journey that requires hard work and perseverance.
Creating a personal mantra can help guide decision-making and maintain focus.
Leaving a positive legacy involves being a net giver and making a positive impact on others.
Joe's Links:
joeschmit.com
Email: [email protected]
X (Twitter): https://x.com/joeschmitkstp?s=21&t=hxUyPLRmwx-6XLYjTCwasg
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-schmit-speaker?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
www.joemauerbook.com
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March 05, 2024 S2 E1: Sgt. Noah Galloway
This week on the Lead to Win Podcast, we visit with Noah Galloway. Sergeant Noah Galloway is the epitome of valor and resilience. A Purple Heart recipient and double amputee–he decided to join the military as a result of the September 11th terror attacks. Noah’s incredible journey to mental and physical wellness is one that he shares in his memoir titled Living with No Excuses; the Remarkable Rebirth of an American Soldier. Those words, “No Excuses,” became Noah’s mantra, as he rose out of a post-traumatic depression via his reinvigorating passion for fitness. His victories at what one would expect him to see as impossible competition and obstacle races would find Noah gaining a national spotlight. He became the first veteran and amputee to be featured on the cover of Men’s Health magazine earning their “Ultimate Guy” title in 2014 and landing him on the Ellen show. Noah also became a finalist on the hit ABC show Dancing with the Stars and would win the debut season of FOX’s American Grit. As a result of the honorable position he gained with a national platform, Noah wanted to give back, so he launched the No Excuses Charitable Fund, which raises money and awareness for organizations that support causes which mean the most to Noah. Now, as a fitness enthusiast and motivational public speaker, Noah shares his story to encourage audiences and his fans to embrace the “No Excuses” lifestyle on their way to an enhanced mental and physical wellness.
Takeaways:
Overcoming challenges and finding strength is a continuous journey.
Taking ownership and leading from within are essential qualities of a leader.
A positive attitude is a choice that can help overcome obstacles.
Excuses are a way of avoiding responsibility.
Finding a purpose and something bigger than fear can motivate and inspire.
Failure is an opportunity to learn and grow.
Adapting to change and finding purpose are important in life.
Noah's Links:
www.noahgalloway.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noahgallowayathlete?igsh=MXdxejlkNm1yMnFsNQ==
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55min
February 27, 2024S1 E18: How to Recruit & Retain Top Talent - Darrin Peppard, Ed.D
This week on the Lead to Win Podcast, we visit with Darrin Peppard Ed.D--former school superintendent. Currently working as a leadership coach at Road to Awesome LLC, Darrin helps leaders on their journey to gain clarity, walk in purpose, and find joy in their professional lives. With over 10 years of experience in educational leadership and administration, Darrin has a passion for mentoring, developing, and supporting educators and administrators at all levels.
Darrin is also a professional speaker and the author of Road To Awesome: The Journey of a Leader, a book that shares insights and strategies on how to create a positive culture, build trust, and lead with impact. He has been recognized as the 2015 Jostens National Educator of the Year, the Wyoming Principal of the Year in 2016, and is a member of the Renaissance Hall of Fame 2019.

Takeaways:
Creating a positive culture and providing career progression opportunities contribute to employee retention.

Personalized professional development and recognizing outstanding performance are essential for employee satisfaction.

Fostering work-life balance and modeling it as a leader helps retain employees. Building professional relationships is crucial in education leadership and fosters a sense of trust and collaboration.

Creating an environment that encourages honest feedback requires building strong relationships and following through on feedback received.

Stable leadership is a pressing need in education, as it contributes to recruitment and retention of high-quality employees.

Seeking leadership coaching can provide valuable insights and support for educational leaders.

Darrin's Links:
X (Twitter)
LinkedIn
Website - Road to Awesome, LLC

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58min
February 20, 2024 S1 E17: The 'Miracle Night' - Coach Jim Johnson
This week on the Lead to Win Podcast, Coach Jim Johnson shares the inspirational story of the 'Miracle Night' involving his team manager Jason McElwain. He also emphasizes the importance of consistency in leadership principles and building buy-in and inspiration within the team. Coach discusses the impact of a positive attitude on individual performance and team dynamics. He also provides practical advice on finding and pursuing passion, as well as cultivating self-confidence as a leader.
Coach Jim Johnson has developed winning high-school basketball teams for 30 years, taking over three losing varsity programs and turning them into winners in short periods of time. He has been named Coach of the Year in the Rochester area multiple times, as well as leading his teams to multiple section championships and county championships. The inspirational story from his 2006 Greece Athena HS team–has been featured on ESPN, CBS, and worldwide.Retiring at the end of the 2015-2016 season after winning over 400 games throughout his career, Coach Johnson transitioned to public speaking full-time–giving talks on motivation, inspiration, business, and leadership. He has also written a book entitled “A Coach and a Miracle”.
Takeaways:
Consistency in leadership principles is crucial for success.
Building buy-in and inspiring the team requires clarity of mission and core values.
Using stories can be a powerful tool for motivation and inspiration.
A positive attitude is essential for individual performance and team dynamics.
Finding and pursuing passion leads to greater satisfaction and success.
Cultivating self-confidence as a leader involves continuous personal growth and building relationships.
Coach Jim Johnson's links:
Website: https://coachjimjohnson.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjimjohnson/
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/CoachJimJohnson?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Book retail link: https://a.co/d/8DYiCwo
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February 13, 2024 S1 E16: Darrin Schenck
This week on the Lead to Win Podcast, we sit down with Darrin Schenck. In this powerful and inspiring episode, Darren discusses the life-changing car accident that led him to reevaluate his path and find a new purpose. He also shares his journey from professional racquetball player, to coach and public speaker. Darren emphasizes the importance of resilience and falling in love with the process, rather than focusing solely on results. He also provides insights on guiding others to embrace the process and strike a balance between trusting the established strategies and encouraging innovation.
Darrin comes from the racquetball world, having played professionally for 6 years and at one point climbing to #18 in the world. After retiring at age 30, he took a few years away from the game and then returned as the Head Coach of the Arizona State University Racquetball team. In his 15 years of service at ASU, they were able to win a Women’s National Championship, produce three dozen Collegiate All-Americans, and Darrin was a 2-time Coach of the Year selection.
Takeaways:
Resilience is the ability to get knocked down and get back up, even when faced with adversity.
Falling in love with the process means finding joy and fulfillment in the journey, rather than solely focusing on the end result.
Leaders can guide others to fall in love with the process by emphasizing personal growth, maximizing potential, and managing expectations.
Maintaining love for the process requires starting fresh each day, staying open to new ideas, and avoiding complacency.
Balancing trust in the process and encouraging innovation involves creating a culture that values both established strategies and new ideas.
Darrin's links:
Speaking Highlight Reel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgEUZMTdo-Y
Website: https://darrinschenck.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrinchatter/
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58min
February 08, 2024 Bonus Episode - Lessons Learned Through Athletic Administration - Scott Garvis, CMAA
On this week's Bonus Episode of the Lead to Win Podcast, we visit with Scott Garvis, CMAA. Scott has been a leader and innovator in high school athletic administration for more than 20 years–as an athletic director, association officer, adviser and editorial contributor. Scott has a record of excellence as Athletic Director, Director of Activities and Assistant Principal, having led athletics departments at six high schools or school districts in three states. He has achieved unparalleled success at all levels of high school athletics. Scott holds a master’s degree in educational leadership from Drake University & master’s degree in sports management, and is certified by the National Interscholastic Athletic Association as a certified master athletic administrator. He has been recognized by the National High School Athletic Coaches Association as a “National Athletic Director of the Year Finalist” and was recognized by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association with the Bruce Whitehead Distinguished Service Award. As a leader in the sports industry, Scott has presented to athletic administrators across the country and his ideas on athletic leadership have been published in numerous professional journals.
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February 06, 2024S1 E15: Building Character & Toughness - Kurt Hines
This week on the Lead to Win Podcast, we sit down with Kurt Hines. Coach Hines is the head football coach at Coronado High School in Coronado, CA. Having coached for over 20 years, he uses his platform to inspire, motivate, and empower not only his players, but everyone he comes in contact with. He is also a motivational speaker, and utilizes his social media platform to impact coaches and people all over the world.

Takeaways:
Model character and use teachable moments to instill important values in players.

Build relationships with players and take the time to understand their individual experiences and challenges.

Define toughness as the ability to persevere in difficult situations and help players develop mental toughness.

Measure success not just by wins and losses, but by the impact made on players' lives.

Prioritize personal growth and self-reflection as a coach to continually improve and serve others.

Leave a legacy of being a coach who prioritized people and made a positive impact on their lives.

Coach Kurt Hines' Links:
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/CoachKurtHines
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachkurthines/?hl=en
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachkurthines?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
Website: https://www.coachkurthines.com/

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55min
February 01, 2024 Bonus Episode - Communicating with Clarity - Ben Guttmann
On this Bonus Episode of the Lead to Win Podcast, we visit with Ben Guttmann about Communicating with Clarity. Ben is a marketing entrepreneur and educator who has helped hundreds of clients, ranging from the NFL to Nobel Laureates, from I Love NY to #1 New York Times best-selling authors. He is a co-founder of Digital Natives Group, which has worked with more than 60 authors. Since 2014, he has taught at Baruch College and has been a full time community leader in New York City--active in Long Island City Partnership, Queens Economic Development Corporation, Queens Community Board and Queens Tech Night.

Ben's Links:
https://www.benguttmann.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/benguttmann/

Simply Put: Why Clear Messages Win--And How to Design Them retail link:
https://a.co/d/cxSMdkj

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January 30, 2024S1 E14: Consistency Wins - Jon Rennie
This week on the Lead to Win Podcast, we visit with Jon Rennie about the crucial role CONSISTENCY plays within an organization.
Jon S. Rennie is a Business Leader, Author, and Speaker. He is the Co-Founder, President & CEO of Peak Demand Inc., a global manufacturer of products for electric utilities. He served as a Naval Officer on Nuclear Submarines during the Cold War and has been leading industrial business for more than 20 years. Jon is passionate about leadership and employee engagement. His articles and blog posts have been read and shared all over the world. He believes that Leadership can make a significant difference in the performance of any organization. His leadership books, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following, All in the Same Boat: Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear Submariner, and You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth Following are all Amazon Bestsellers.

Takeaways:
Consistency is crucial in decision-making, communication, and feedback as a leader.

Maintaining consistency during times of change is challenging but essential for employee morale and trust.

Leaders should focus on being people-centric and providing timely and consistent feedback to their team members.

Consistency in leadership builds trust, manages expectations, and contributes to a positive work environment.

Jon's Links:
Website: https://jonsrennie.com/
I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following: https://amzn.to/48CnrX7

Deep Leadership Podcast: https://podfollow.com/deep-leadership/view

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January 23, 2024S1 E13: Culture Defined - Greg Berge
This week on the Lead to Win podcast, we visit with Greg Berge–high school principal, basketball coach, author, and owner of GB1 Leadership. Greg has been in education for 29 years and has spent time as a teacher, coach, and school administrator. Currently serving as the high school principal and head boys basketball coach in Lake City, MN, Greg is also the owner of GB1 Leadership and a Licensed Sports Leadership Facilitator through the Janssen Sports Leadership Center. Throughout his career as a coach, Greg’s teams have enjoyed much success–300+ wins, 11 conference championships–including 9 consecutive, 2 section championships, as well as many more accolades during his time as an assistant coach. Over the course of his career, Greg felt called to begin speaking and writing to share what he has learned with others in the hopes of growing the coaching profession and helping coaches build Great Teams and Better Leaders.

Takeaways
Culture is not just about surface-level activities, but about the day-to-day interactions that shape a community or team.

Culture is defined by what you allow and emphasize every day.

Leadership can be taught and developed, and it starts with a choice to lead.

Building a positive culture requires defining your values, communicating them, and addressing issues as they arise.

Developing leaders is crucial for creating a player-led team and sustaining a positive culture.

Dealing with self-inflicted pressure and criticism requires focusing on your why, celebrating small wins, and taking care of yourself.

The coaching profession faces challenges, including blame and criticism from parents and a shortage of coaches and officials. It is crucial to work towards making coaching a better profession and encouraging more parental involvement.

Personal growth is a continuous journey, and it is important to keep learning, growing, and embracing new opportunities.

No one has it all figured out, but by taking action and persevering, you can open up new opportunities and experiences.

Greg Berge's Links:
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/gb1121
Website: https://www.gb1leadership.com/

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FAQs about Leading to Win:

How many episodes does Leading to Win have?

The podcast currently has 33 episodes available.