The Waypoint Better Podcast

In this episode, Joe welcomes his friend Dr. Leenette C. Joseph to the show.

Leenette is a retired U.S. Air Force veteran with over 25years of leadership experience and the founder of RLK Team Solutions Incorporated, a consulting and workforce development firm dedicated to driving organizational growth, advancing workforce transformation, and developing leaders at every level. An accomplished entrepreneur, author, and researcher, she continues to devote her life to shaping stronger organizations and equipping the next generation of leaders.

Together, they discuss her newly published book and groundbreaking research on leadership. Leenette shares the inspiration behind her study, the methods she used to validate her findings, and the diverse perspectives of those she interviewed. She unpacks what people identify as the qualities of effective leadership, explores the roots and consequences of destructive leadership, and offers practical steps to create healthier, more impactful leadership practices.

Connect with Dr. Joseph here:

Email | Website

Purchase a copy of her book Broken Ranks: The Emotional Debt of Destructive Leadership

In this episode, Joe welcomes his friend Dr. Leenette C. Joseph to the show.

Leenette is a retired U.S. Air Force veteran with over 25years of leadership experience and the founder of RLK Team Solutions Incorporated, a consulting and workforce development firm dedicated to driving organizational growth, advancing workforce transformation, and developing leaders at every level. An accomplished entrepreneur, author, and researcher, she continues to devote her life to shaping stronger organizations and equipping the next generation of leaders.

Together, they discuss her newly published book and groundbreaking research on leadership. Leenette shares the inspiration behind her study, the methods she used to validate her findings, and the diverse perspectives of those she interviewed. She unpacks what people identify as the qualities of effective leadership, explores the roots and consequences of destructive leadership, and offers practical steps to create healthier, more impactful leadership practices.

Connect with Dr. Joseph here:

⁠Email⁠ | ⁠Website⁠

Purchase a copy of her book ⁠Broken Ranks: The Emotional Debt of Destructive Leadership⁠

In this episode, Joe Bogdan welcomes Matt Weko to the Waypoint Lounge. Matt is the President of Consumer Goods & Services at JLL, where he leads the firm’s Consumer Products, Retail, Media and Entertainment, Telecom, and Professional Services business. In this role, he provides executive oversight to global and regional accounts—helping Fortune 500 companies buy, build, occupy, and invest in commercial real estate assets around the globe.

Joe and Matt dive into a powerful conversation on life and leadership, exploring the lessons Matt has learned throughout his career. Together, they unpack the value of leaning into difficult tasks, the importance of feedback, and what it means to be a steward of the moment as a leader.

Connect with Matt: LinkedIn

In this episode, Joe Bogdan welcomes Matt Weko to the Waypoint Lounge. Matt is the President of Consumer Goods & Services at JLL, where he leads the firm’s Consumer Products, Retail, Media and Entertainment, Telecom, and Professional Services business. In this role, he provides executive oversight to global and regional accounts—helping Fortune 500 companies buy, build, occupy, and invest in commercial real estate assets around the globe.

Joe and Matt dive into a powerful conversation on life and leadership, exploring the lessons Matt has learned throughout his career. Together, they unpack the value of leaning into difficult tasks, the importance of feedback, and what it means to be a steward of the moment as a leader.

Connect with Matt: ⁠LinkedIn

In this episode, Joe welcomes Jill White to the show.  Jill is an accomplished educator, entrepreneur, and business consultant with extensive experience in teaching,school leadership, and district administration. Her expertise in guiding both students and educators throughout her career has seamlessly transitioned into her role in helping women build and grow their own businesses. With a strongbackground in owning multiple small enterprises and leading a multi-million-dollar company, Jill possesses a unique blend of educational insight and business acumen.

During their discussion, Jill shares her perspectives on theimportance of purpose and also provides some tips on how to discover it.

Connect with Jill:

Email

Website

LinkedIn

In this episode, Joe welcomes Jill White to the show.  Jill is an accomplished educator, entrepreneur, and business consultant with extensive experience in teaching, school leadership, and district administration. Her expertise in guiding both students and educators throughout her career has seamlessly transitioned into her role in helping women build and grow their own businesses. With a strong background in owning multiple small enterprises and leading a multi-million-dollar company, Jill possesses a unique blend of educational insight and business acumen.

During their discussion, Jill shares her perspectives on theimportance of purpose and also provides some tips on how to discover it.

Connect with Jill:

Email

Website

LinkedIn

In this episode, Joe welcomes his dear friend and business colleague, Keith “KC” Castille to the show.  KC is anAir Force veteran that worked at the Air Force’s most strategic level, and a talent management and workforce development expert. He is also an entrepreneur and co-founder of Connecting Heads to Hearts, a solutions-based business and leadership consulting firm that specializes in making the connection between the cognitive and affective domain in leadership development. 

During their conversation, they discussed the various lifetransitions we all experience, and KC shares his insights and experiences from his first year of civilian life and as a new business owner. 

Connect with K.C.:

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LinkedIn

In this episode, Joe welcomes his good friend and business colleague, Keith “KC” Castille. KC is a U.S. Air Force veteran who served at the highest strategic levels and now leads as a talent management expert, leadership consultant, and entrepreneur. He’s the co-founder of Connecting Heads to Hearts, a solutions-based leadership consulting firm that bridges the gap between cognitive and emotional intelligence in leadership development.

Their conversation explores the transitions we all face—career changes, identity shifts, and the pursuit of purpose. KC shares valuable insights from his first year navigating civilian life and launching a business, offering listeners a candid and inspiring look into what it means to lead with both head and heart.

Connect with K.C.:

C2H Transform

In this episode, Joe sits down with D.J. Vanas—best-sellingauthor, speaker, former U.S. Air Force officer, and enrolled member of the Odawa Nation of Michigan—for a meaningful conversation on leadership, resilience, and purpose.

Drawing from his acclaimed book The Warrior Within,D.J. shares timeless principles rooted in Native American warrior traditions and how they apply to the challenges we face today—in service, in leadership, and in life.

If you’re navigating a demanding season or reflecting onwhat it really means to serve and lead with intention, there’s value here worth leaning into.

Connect with D.J.: NativeDiscovery

Get a copy of D.J.’s book: TheWarrior Within: Own Your Power to Serve, Fight, Protect, and Heal

In this episode, Joe sits down with D.J. Vanas—best-sellingauthor, speaker, former U.S. Air Force officer, and enrolled member of the Odawa Nation of Michigan—for a meaningful conversation on leadership, resilience, and purpose.

Drawing from his acclaimed book The Warrior Within, D.J. shares timeless principles rooted in Native American warrior traditions and how they apply to the challenges we face today—in service, in leadership, and in life.

If you’re navigating a demanding season or reflecting onwhat it really means to serve and lead with intention, there’s value here worth leaning into.

Connect with D.J.: NativeDiscovery

Get a copy of D.J.’s book: TheWarrior Within: Own Your Power to Serve, Fight, Protect, and Heal