By Nathan Freeburg
The Leadership Vision Podcast is about helping people better understand who they are as a leader. Our consulting firm has spent 25 years investing in teams so that people are mentally
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In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, host Nathan Freeburg and Dr. Linda Schubring welcome Konstantinos Apostolopoulos, also known as Coach Kon. As the founder and CEO of Fresh Biz Solutions and author of The Engagement Blueprint: Building a Culture of Commitment and Performance, Coach Kon brings decades of experience to the conversation. Together, they discuss his immigrant background, unique approach to leadership, and his commitment to fostering human-centric workplaces.
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In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring explore what alignment truly means in team settings—dispelling the myth that alignment requires conformity. Using metaphors from nature, like the organized flight patterns of geese and the dynamic, colorful movement of flamingos, they delve into the complexities of alignment, why it’s essential for effective teamwork, and how it often looks messier than we might expect. The conversation highlights that alignment isn’t about uniformity; rather, it’s a shared commitment to move in the same direction while leveraging each person’s unique strengths.
01:25 Discussing Alignment in Leadership
02:50 Flamingos as a New Metaphor for Team Alignment
04:47 Defining and Achieving Alignment
07:59 Personal Stories of Alignment
10:43 Framework for Alignment
22:30 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring sit down with Russell Harvey, known as “The Resilience Coach.” With over 20 years in leadership and resilience coaching, Russell shares his mission to impact 100,000 people by 2025. In this engaging and insightful conversation, Russell redefines resilience—not as merely bouncing back but as “springing forward with learning.”
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In this episode of the Leadership Vision podcast, we dive into our archives of interviews we've done with guests to talk about Strategic Resilience in Leadership with insights from four distinguished leaders. Featuring interviews with Rich Horwath, Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, Martin Gonzales, and Amy Schoenthal, the episode covers essential topics including strategic thinking, creating resilience plans, addressing team challenges, and reframing setbacks for growth. The guests share their expertise on managing personal and professional challenges, fostering psychological safety, and cultivating a resilient culture. This discussion is aimed at helping leaders enhance both their personal and professional effectiveness, especially during times of crisis. Enjoy!
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In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we chat with Maggie Olsen, founder and CEO of Nova, Chief of Staff, about her dynamic role and extensive experience serving high-level leaders at Nordstrom, Starbucks, and T-Mobile. Maggie sheds light on fostering entrepreneurship, navigating feedback, maintaining consistency in leadership, and the nuances of emotional regulation for leaders. The discussion focuses on trust-building, adapting to failures, balancing flexibility, and the importance of personal well-being for professional effectiveness. Maggie also introduces Nova's certification course and other services while highlighting the significant role of feedback culture and continual learning in leadership. Enjoy!
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In this episode of the Leadership Vision podcast, hosts Nathan Freeburg, Brian Schubring, and Dr. Linda Schubring discuss how recurring themes in leadership and team structures can shape cultural change within organizations. Drawing from their experience with a particular leadership team, they explore nine universal themes—climate, optimism, investment, vision, buy-in, accountability, mission, and leadership's role. They emphasize identifying and capitalizing on positive changes to accelerate organizational transformation. The conversation also highlights the importance of understanding an organization's climate, fostering optimism, investing in leadership at all levels, ensuring strong alignment with mission and vision, and maintaining clear accountability. The episode aims to provide listeners with insights to enhance their own team dynamics and leadership practices.
00:33 Themes for Shaping Cultural Change
00:44 Podcast Introduction and Host Greetings
02:00 Client Themes Overview
03:07 Role of Executive Leadership
03:27 Identifying Positive Organizational Themes
05:41 Theme 1: Climate
09:50 Theme 2: Optimism and Investment
11:57 Theme 3: Vision and Buy-In
14:01 Theme 4: Accountability and Mission
18:42 Role of Leadership in Organizational Change
21:41 Summarizing Key Takeaways
25:29 Conclusion and Farewell
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In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we have the pleasure of talking with Dr. Andrea Hollingsworth, the founder of Hollingsworth Consulting and author of 'The Compassionate Advantage.' She shares her journey from academia to consulting and emphasizes the growing importance of compassionate leadership in our modern world. Together, we explore crucial strategies like compassionate accountability, self-care, and the creation of healing work environments. Dr. Hollingsworth provides us with practical insights on how to integrate compassion into leadership, offering stories and actionable advice that can help foster a positive team culture. We discuss real-world applications of compassionate action in workplaces and the impact these strategies have on leadership and team dynamics. This conversation encourages us to consider how we can apply these compassionate leadership principles to improve our own team environments and navigate challenges more effectively.
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In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we discuss the concepts of trust and psychological safety and their impact on team innovation and resilience. The discussion explores core ideas, practical steps, and actionable strategies for fostering an environment where team members feel safe to share ideas without fear of negative consequences. The conversation also touches on the role of Strengths in team dynamics and how leaders and team members can build trust and improve communication and collaboration. Listeners will gain valuable insights and real-world examples to implement these concepts within their teams to build a positive, high-performing team culture.
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In this episode of the Leadership Vision podcast, we sit down with Dennis Stevens, an enterprise Agile coach and founder of OrgWright with 30 years of experience. We discuss the evolving relevance of Agile principles and practices, particularly in the context of the post-pandemic business world. The conversation explores the difference between superficial Agile practices and fostering true team coherence and adaptability.
Dennis shares insights on creating effective teamwork conditions, reflecting on his experiences and lessons from the Agile community, the military, and transformational leadership. The discussion also addresses the challenges of consistent team alignment, clarity of roles, and the significance of first principles and purposeful rhythm in organizational success. Enjoy!
00:56 Meet Dennis Stevens, Agile Expert
03:52 Defining Agile and Its Core Principles
05:26 Challenges in Agile Transformation
06:45 Creating Conditions for Effective Teamwork
12:23 The Role of Leadership in Agile
17:26 Implementing Purposeful Rhythms
24:44 The Importance of Structure in Team Meetings
25:11 Aligning Personal and Team Goals
25:48 Customizing Team Structures for Success
26:39 The Role of Leadership in Team Success
27:11 Innovative Approaches to Team Building
28:24 Real-World Examples of Team Reorganization
29:32 Balancing Risk and Reward in Leadership Decisions
36:35 Lessons from the Marine Corps
40:24 Applying Agile Principles in Leadership
43:13 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
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In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we discuss our comprehensive and customizable approach to cultivating a successful executive environment. Emphasizing the importance of investing in executive growth, we explore how personalized executive sessions, team coaching, and succession planning can address the unique challenges faced by executive leaders. The conversation dives into the necessity for culturally informed support and highlights the essential role of trust and empathy in fostering effective leadership. Whether you are an aspiring leader or an established executive, this episode offers valuable insights into building a positive team culture and navigating the complex landscape of executive leadership.
15:31 Who Starts this Process?
18:44 There are no Known Answers!
20:51 What does it mean to act like an executive?
26:39 Why this Focus Now?
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