Partnering Leadership

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Ximena Hartsock, Co-founder of Phone2action and builder of tech for social good talks about how growing up in Chile and her father gave birth to her activism at an early age, how she battled injustice and hardship in Chile and as an immigrant to the United States and became successful while pursuing her advocacy as a way of life.

Some Highlights:

• Ximena Hartsock on how building a great culture affects a community.
• How to lead and motivate people to act for change.
• Ximena Hartsock’s challenges as an immigrant and a woman of color and how she overcame them.
• How to build a positive culture so all people thrive. 

Also mentioned in this episode:

Michelle Ray, Executive Director for The Walter Kaitz Foundation

Adrian Fenty, Former Mayor of District of Columbia

Marion Barry, Former Mayor of District of Columbia

Resources:

Schools that Learn by Peter Senge 

Ninja innovation by Gary Shapiro 

How to lead by David Rubenstein 

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli talks about how to think about goals differently and encourages leaders to think about their impact and legacy.

Some highlights:

• The story behind Alfred Nobel’s legacy
• Mahan Tavakoli shares insights on Bronnie Ware’s article about regrets
• Setting goals for impact and leaving a meaningful legacy

Also mentioned in this episode:

Alfred Nobel, Inventor

Bronnie Ware, Author

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Rosie-Allen Herring, President and CEO of the United Way NCA and Board Chair of  the Greater Washington Board of Trade, talks about leading with purpose, leading the transformation of United Way NCA  and reflects on the future leadership of the Greater Washington DC / DMV region.

Some highlights:

• Rosie Allen-Herring shares how her brothers and sisters inspire her to become a better leader
• Rosie Allen-Herring's experience working at Fannie Mae and leaving for United Way NCA to serve an even greater purpose
• The challenges Rosie Allen-Herring faced as the new CEO of United Way NCA
• How "community commitment" transformed United Way NCA
• How the COVID-19 pandemic and social justice issues impacted Rosie Allen-Herring's perspective and leadership 
• Rosie Allen-Herring shares her purpose in the world and the legacy she hopes to leave behind
• Rosie Allen-Herring’s application of the Stockdale Paradox by being a realist

Also mentioned in this episode:

Jim Dinegar, former president at Greater Washington Board of Trade 

Jack McDougle, current president at Greater Washington Board of Trade 

Kevin Smith, Chief Financial Officer at United Way NCA

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dr. Elia Gourgouris, founder of Happiness Center and author of 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness and co-author of 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis, A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters.  Dr. Elia Gourgouris shares some of his thoughts and perspectives on how we can nurture happiness in ourselves, and use happiness to become better leaders of organizations. 

Some highlights:

Dr. Elia Gourgouris talks about his Greek heritage and culture and how that influenced him to study happiness

Dr. Elia discusses the importance of self-care for leaders and its importance to great leadership

The connection between happiness and leadership based on Dr, Elia Gourgouris’ research and experience with leaders

Why leaders should extend forgiveness for mistakes in leading teams

How following your passion relates to leading and leadership

Dr. Elia Gourgouris’ advice on how to become an authentic leader

Also mentioned in this episode:

Arianna Huffington, co-founder of The Huffington Post, the founder, and CEO of Thrive Global

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The Happiness Center

The Kindness and Happiness Podcast

Books

LinkedIn

Instagram

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Shannon Huffman Polson, author of The Grit Factor and CEO of the Grit Institute, talks about her experiences as an Apache attack helicopter pilot, and the lessons learned on grit from women leaders in the US military.

Some highlights:

The story behind Shannon Huffman Polson being one of the first women to fly an Apache attack helicopter

The inspiration behind the book “The Grit Factor”

How owning your own story is critical to leadership and grit

The key to connecting to your core purpose

Shannon Huffman Polson’s lessons for leading through adversity

Also mentioned in this episode:

Angela Duckworth, author, and professor at the University of Pennsylvania,

Captain Shaye Haver, US Army, Infantry service

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The Grit Institute

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, David Fagiano, former Chief Operating Officer of Dale Carnegie Training and former CEO of American Management Association, talks about his career, leadership lessons learned, and how he led organizations to achieve significant growth. 

Some highlights:                 

How David Fagiano started out his career in the mail order business and ended up in a career in the training industry

How David Fagiano managed to engage an organization in working towards a shared vision and achieving breakthrough growth

David Fagiano’s leadership insights on how to improve team performance with the concept of ownership and empowering people

David Fagiano’s views on the fundamentals of great leadership

Also mentioned in this episode:

Bob Farmer

The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer 

Wiliam Shakespeare

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Patricia McGuire, the president of Trinity Washington University,  talks about how she led the transformation of Trinity, the leadership principles that she has learned, and advice she has for other leaders, as they're looking to lead their organizations through transformation. 

Some highlights:

Pat McGuire shares the story of her early years of activism

How Pat McGuire transitioned from law to becoming president of Trinity University

Pat McGuire’s reinvention of Trinity University

How to effectively lead organizational transformation

Building partnerships and finding allies to support the vision

Also mentioned in this episode:

Henry Kissinger, Former United States Secretary of State

Richard Nixon, 37th U.S. President

Ronald Reagan, 40th U.S. President

Bart Giamatti, President of Yale University 

Bill Conway, co-founder of the Carlisle group

Books

A Free and Ordered Space by Bart Giamatti

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Trinity Washington University Official Website

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli talks about the Stockdale Paradox, the difference between hope and optimism, and the necessity for antifragility in leading your organization and team during times of crisis. 

Some highlights:

The story of courage and patriotism of Admiral Stockdale

Understanding the difference between optimism and maintaining hope

How to lead with hope

Handling more disruption with antifragility

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, David Gardner, co-founder and chief Rule Breaker at The Motley Fool, talks about the origins of the company, the importance of purpose and culture in their organization, and David’s belief in Conscious Capitalism. 

Some highlights:

What made David Gardner a rule breaker

The story behind The Motley Fool's founding and the Jester cap

David Gardner’s perspective on how to build a strong purpose-driven culture of engagement

David Gardner's explanation of Conscious Capitalism and its importance 

Also mentioned in this episode:

Dan Simons, Founder Farmers Restaurant Group

Ted Leonsis, Founder and CEO Monumental Sports & Entertainment

John Mackey, Founder and CEO of Whole Foods Market & Conscious Capitalism INC.

Conscious Capitalism DC

Mars Incorporated

Books

Completing Capitalism: Heal Business to Heal the World by Bruno Roche and Jay Jakub

Conscious Leadership: Elevating Humanity Through Business by John Mackey, Carter Phipps, and Steve McIntosh

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Rule Breaker Investing podcast

LinkedIn

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Rishad Tobaccowala, Author of Restoring the Soul of Business, talks about the turd on the table, the story behind his book, and his perspective on the future of work.

Some highlights:

Rishad Tobacocowala’s view on the role of data in business

Leading organizations through change 

Team communication strategies

Rishad Tobaccowala’s five characteristics of leaders that have soul

Building a strong team culture

How to lead and motivate a team

Factors that will affect the future of work

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