What would it look like for you to perform at your best? For Navy SEALs, success isn’t only a result of relentless training in shooting, skydiving, or combat—though they are experts at those things. The real secret is that they use their innate human capabilities to turn the stress of uncertain and complex situations to their advantage. In today’s episode, I’m joined by former Navy SEAL commander and author Rich Diviney to talk about how we can become masters of uncertainty and the strategies we can use to unlock our optimum performance.

The landscape of leadership is evolving faster than ever. AI, automation, and data-driven decisions are reshaping how businesses operate, while leaders must balance the expectations of a multigenerational workforce. With flexibility becoming a competitive advantage, emotional intelligence is the key differentiator between good and great leaders. Leaders must embrace challenges while maintaining firm yet empathetic leadership in an increasingly fractured and fragile world. Today on The Champion Forum Podcast, we discuss the Future of Leadership and how you can prepare to win in a fast-changing leadership landscape.

We've all heard the saying, 'When the student is ready, the teacher will appear.' But what happens when the teacher isn't the right one? What if the mentor you were excited to learn from turns out to be disengaged, misaligned, or not that helpful? If you are stuck in a mentorship that isn't serving you, you don't have to stay there. Today, we will talk about recognizing when mentorship isn't working, why it's so hard to navigate, and, most importantly—how to step away confidently and professionally.

Every great leader wants to be there for their team. But here’s the hard truth: it backfires if you make yourself too available. Your time gets stretched too thin, decision-making slows down, and—ironically—the people you’re trying to help may start depending on you too much. Today, we’re tackling one of the most common leadership struggles: being accessible without being overwhelmed. We’ll cover why being ‘always available’ hurts you and your team, practical ways to set boundaries, and how to create a culture where people get what they need—without needing you all the time.

Have you ever felt like your business was hitting a ceiling? How am I going to get to the other side of this? Many business leaders and entrepreneurs want to increase predictability, get additional clarity in their business, and decrease chaos. Today, we are joined by Pallavi Golla, an expert with a proven track record of helping businesses increase efficiencies through proven systems that allow for sustainable and profitable growth. We'll talk about her experience as an entrepreneur, how an Entrepreneurial Operating System can help your company stay focused, and what you should consider if you want to grow and scale your business. 

Sometimes the secret to knowing how to level up your leadership is just being willing to take action. You have probably dealt with an awkward silence after a tough call or that gut feeling that something needed to change. I work with leaders facing these situations every day. Today, I'm taking you behind the scenes of three of my recent coaching conversations and showing you how to take meaningful action as a leader. 

Charisma is often celebrated as a hallmark of great leadership, but it is also a double-edged sword, causing people to overlook a leader’s mistakes or flaws. Left unchecked, charisma can stop being productive and instead compromise a leader’s ability to make a significant impact. Today, we’ll explore the hidden dangers of charisma, how it can backfire, and what leaders can do to avoid falling into its trap.

Entrepreneurs face various challenges, from growing a business to leading people. Today, I sit down with friend and CEO of Tippi Toes, Sarah Nuse. Famous for her appearance on Shark Tank, Sarah Nuse has grown her business from one studio to over 80 franchises! We talk about the influences on her life and business, her leadership style, and how to lead people well while enforcing your standards. She also shares some personal stories about her successes and failures in business and how they made her and her company what they are today.

Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! How do you feel when you say, "I'm sorry?" It takes courage to not only admit you're wrong but also allow other people to choose to forgive you (or not). However, when leaders create a culture where asking for forgiveness is normal, they create strong, connected, productive, and creative cultures! Today, we're discussing why forgiveness is a powerful leadership strategy and how to use it with your team.

Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! Leadership is often associated with taking charge, making decisions, and leading from the front. However, outstanding leadership also means knowing when to step back, listen, and follow the lead of others. Following is not a weakness; it’s a strength that builds trust, empowers others, and drives better results. On today’s podcast, we will discuss why following is important, when leaders should follow, and how leaders can become great followers.