The True Leadership Podcast

In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, Jessy James sits down with Kevin Garabedian, VP of Business Development and Marketing, to unpack what it really takes to build high-performing teams that scale. Kevin shares how great leadership isn’t about having all the answers, but about creating systems, developing people, and trusting the process. He reflects on the shift from chasing results to investing in culture, growth, and long-term success.

The conversation dives into blind spots, balance, and the pressure leaders face today—and why putting people first isn’t soft, it’s strategic. A practical and grounded take on leadership that actually works.

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In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, Jessy James sits down with Nicolette Stepakoff, VP of AI Change and Enablement, to explore what it really takes to lead in an AI-driven world. Nicolette shares how great leaders create the conditions for others to thrive by letting go of control and building trust. She opens up about the moments that forced her to stop proving her value and start choosing environments that recognize it.

The conversation dives into the overlooked truth behind AI transformation: technology doesn’t fail—adoption does. A powerful discussion on self-awareness, leadership, and the human side of change.

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In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, Ty Hammond sits down with Bryan Walley, CEO and Co-Founder of Forward Inheritance. Bryan shares how early family expectations shaped his commitment to leadership and how true leadership ultimately means creating new leaders, not just gaining followers. He opens up about a deeply challenging period marked by personal and professional loss, and the lessons that reshaped his identity beyond titles and roles.

The conversation explores balancing “greatness and goodness,” building teams that thrive, and leading in a rapidly changing AI-driven world. At the heart of it all is a simple but powerful question: how do you help?

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In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, Ty Hammond sits down with Sanjeev Sastry, VP at Workday and a leader known for bridging strategy, technology, and execution. Sanjeev shares how deliberate career pivots across industries and functions shaped his leadership philosophy, rooted in integrity, selflessness, and trust. He explores the importance of human connection in an increasingly transactional world and the discipline of seeking and applying feedback for growth.

The conversation also dives into one of today’s biggest challenges: how leaders stay relevant in an AI-driven future. Sanjeev offers a grounded perspective on where human value still matters most—and how to grow into it.

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In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, Ty Hammond sits down with Sanjeev Sastry, VP at Workday and a leader known for bridging strategy, technology, and execution. Sanjeev shares how deliberate career pivots across industries and functions shaped his leadership philosophy, rooted in integrity, selflessness, and trust. He explores the importance of human connection in an increasingly transactional world and the discipline of seeking and applying feedback for growth.

The conversation also dives into one of today’s biggest challenges: how leaders stay relevant in an AI-driven future. Sanjeev offers a grounded perspective on where human value still matters most—and how to grow into it.

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If you’d like support navigating your current leadership challenge, you can book a True Leadership Conversation with Ty here: https://calendly.com/onemountain/25-minute-clarity-call

You can also learn more about the True Leadership Approach at: https://www.onemountainleadership.com/testimonials

In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, Ty Hammond sits down with Adam Tuttle, RevOps and go-to-market leader at ActiveCampaign. Adam shares lessons from his 13-year journey helping scale the company from employee number nine to more than 1,000 team members globally. The conversation explores integrity, trust, and the pivotal leadership moments that shape how leaders grow.

Adam reflects on a defining experience that changed the way he communicates decisions, the importance of explaining “why,” and the role of reflection in leadership development. He also discusses leading with humility, learning through challenges, and the responsibility leaders carry to serve both their teams and their families.

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In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, host Justin Houchin sits down with Andrew Tunnell, Vice President of AI at CompuGroup Medical US. Andrew shares how early experiences working alongside his entrepreneurial father shaped his work ethic and leadership mindset.

The conversation explores humility in leadership, why great leaders take on the hardest jobs for their teams, and the importance of pushing both yourself and others beyond their comfort zones. Andrew also discusses navigating “wartime” leadership moments when plans fall apart and uncertainty takes over. For Andrew, the path to growth is simple but powerful: embrace the unknown, take risks, and invest deeply in developing the people around you.

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In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, host Jessy James sits down with Brittney Bahre, Senior Director of Talent Acquisition at E2 Optics. Brittney reflects on the experiences that shaped her leadership philosophy, including early negative leadership examples that clarified the kind of leader she wanted to become. She shares insights on leading by example, supporting teams through rapid growth, and balancing professional ambition with family priorities.

The conversation explores patience, empathy, and the importance of continuous learning as a leader. Brittney also emphasizes a powerful principle: great leaders don’t need all the answers—they build strong teams by hiring people who bring new ideas and perspectives.

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In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, host Justin Houchin sits down with Michael Heffner, a technology executive with more than three decades of experience leading global teams across networking, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence. Michael reflects on the work ethic he inherited from his grandfather in a Pennsylvania steel town and the career lessons he learned while helping build the early days of wireless telecommunications.

The conversation explores humility in leadership, why great leaders focus on building great teams, and the importance of leaving every organization better than you found it. Michael also shares insights on mentorship, legacy, and his next chapter launching Trinity Consulting.

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In this episode of the True Leadership Podcast, host Jessy James sits down with Darya Chernina, an AI and human-in-the-loop operations leader focused on building global systems and teams at the intersection of technology and human intelligence.

Darya reflects on the leaders who shaped her early career and the lessons she learned about empathy, servant leadership, and investing in the growth of others. She shares candid stories about early leadership challenges, the power of vulnerability with teams, and the impact mentorship can have on a leader’s journey.

The conversation also explores leading through rapid technological change and why human connection will matter even more in the age of AI.

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If you’d like support navigating your current leadership challenge, you can book a True Leadership Conversation with Ty here: https://calendly.com/onemountain/25-minute-clarity-call

You can also learn more about the True Leadership Approach at: https://www.onemountainleadership.com/testimonials