Something Extra

Something Extra

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Something Extra episodes

  • The Key to Influencing Others to Rally Behind Change w/ Danny Ludeman

    Danny Ludeman, former CEO of Wells Fargo Advisors, joins Lisa this week to talk about when to change careers, the problem with prisons, and how to get an entire state to rally behind change.

    Guest Links:

    • Danny's LinkedIn
    • Concordance Academy


    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    34 min
  • The Necessity of Self Improvement w/ Jim Daly

    Joining Lisa on this week's episode is Jim Daly, President of Focus on the Family, where they discuss the necessity of continual self-improvement, overcoming past trauma, and carrying on the legacy left by Dr. James Dobson.

    Guest Links:

    • Jim's LinkedIn
    • Focus on the Family


    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    30 min
  • The Endurance it Takes to Last w/ Cindy Kay Olson

    Cindy Kay Olson, former CHRO at Enron joins Lisa to talk about the rise and fall of a Fortune 7 corporation and the endurance it takes to last.

    Guest Links:

    • Cindy's LinkedIn
    • Executive Strategic Alliance


    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    31 min
  • The Life-Changing Power of Networking w/ Adrian Bracy

    This week Lisa is joined by former NFL executive and current YWCA CEO Adrian Bracy. Adrian shares what its like to work with for three different teams, the life changing power of networking, and how following your passion will lead to your purpose.

    Guest Links:

    • Adrian's LinkedIn
    • YWCA Metro St. Louis


    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    28 min
  • The Animal You Should Want to Be w/ Jack Lannom

    Jack Lannom, Founder of People First, talks with Lisa about what kind of animal you should want to be, what it's like to be a Kung Fu Grand Master, and the vital importance of Trust in business.

    Guest Links:

    • Jack's LinkedIn
    • People First


    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    37 min
  • Why You Need an Inner Circle w/ Judy West

    On this week’s episode Lisa is joined by Judy West, Pastor from The Crossing Church in St. Louis, MO. Judy and Lisa talk about why Fortune 15 companies hire runners, how to spot greatness in a leader, and the modern day battle against human trafficking.

    Guest Links:

    • Judy's LinkedIn
    • The Crossing Church


    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    34 min
  • The Need For Boundaries in Leadership w/ Dr. John Townsend

    Lisa sits down with Dr. John Townsend to talk about setting good boundaries, finding your blindspots, and one of his favorite stories, "The Well."

    Guest Links:

    • Dr. John's LinkedIn
    • Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling
    • DrTownsend.com


    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    29 min
  • Something Extra Podcast w/ RISE Panel of Women Leaders in Technology

    Lisa moderates a panel of female tech leaders on a variety of topics including their "something extras". Featuring Jennifer Hopper, Michelle Kaufman, Holly Reinen, Teresa Sanzottera, and Petra Volckaert. Hosted by Ladan Kamfar of Bayer. Recorded November 15th, 2018.

    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    58 min
  • The Extraordinary Power of Treating Your People Like Family w/ Bob Chapman

    Bob Chapman, CEO and Chairman at Barry-Wehmiller Companies joins Lisa on the show to talk about growing up in Ferguson, reconnecting with his father, and why when it comes to leading in business you have to learn that everybody matters.

    Guest Links:

    • Bob's LinkedIn
    • Barry-Wehmiller Companies


    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    41 min
  • Prioritizing Intelligence w/ Dr. Richard Blackaby

    Dr. Richard Blackaby joins the show to talk about his family and his work.

    Guest Links:

    • Dr. Blackaby's LinkedIn
    • Blackaby Ministries International
    • Experiencing God


    Credits: Lisa Nichols, Host; Scott Crosby, Executive Producer; Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer; Jenny Heal, Guest Coordinator; Morgan Cochran, Marketing Support

    29 min

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My name is Lisa Nichols, and I have spent the last 30 years as both the CEO of Technology Partners and as the mother to Ally, our daughter with Down syndrome. Down syndrome occurs when someone is born…