Uncommon Leadership

Tech leaders are struggling because they're carrying too much— too much pressure to have answers, too much responsibility for outcomes, too little space to be human. And it's exhausting. In the latest episode of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast, I, Michael Hunter from Uncommon Teams, sit down with leadership and mindset coach Gary Montalvo for a deeply honest conversation about what actually blocks leaders from creating healthy teams, resilient cultures, and sustainable results. From his early days as a 22-year-old art director at Sony Music to building his own coaching practice, Gary reveals how success without authenticity led him to burnout and self-doubt—and how learning to "take yourself wherever you go" became his greatest breakthrough. ——— Inside this episode, we'll explore:

• Why most leadership struggles are identity challenges—not skill gaps
• How "being liked" can silently undermine accountability and growth
• The difference between authenticity and emotional oversharing
• Why reframing experience changes how you lead under pressure
• How leaders unintentionally recreate old survival strategies at work
• How small internal shifts compound into cultural transformation

——— Who This Episode Is For

• Founders who feel like the bottleneck in their own business
• Tech leaders navigating growth, complexity, or burnout
• Managers who are tired of "doing everything right" but still feel stuck
• Anyone leading people through change without a clear map

Tune in now and follow the Uncommon Leadership Podcast for more conversations like this. ——— Core Takeaway Leadership doesn't improve when you try harder. It transforms when you become more honest—first with yourself, then with others. ——— Speaker Bios Gary Montalvo Gary Montalvo is a leadership and mindset coach with nearly 20+ years of experience helping solopreneurs, startups, and executives get unstuck and lead with confidence. Also a former CGO and host of The Ownership Game podcast, he combines real talk, practical strategy, and contagious energy to guide leaders through growth and transformation. Known for blending humility, humor, and accountability, Gary meets leaders where they are and challenges them to expand what's possible. Connect with Gary Montalvo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garymontalvo/ Michael Hunter Michael Hunter partners with tech leaders and founding teams to uncover the invisible cultural and emotional dynamics that quietly stall change, drain energy, and block quality. As the host of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast, Michael explores what it really takes to lead with resilience, clarity, and integrity—especially in complex, high-pressure environments. His work helps leaders recover parts of themselves and their teams that may have gotten lost along the way, so they can lead with intention, ease, and impact. Because the most powerful upgrade isn't in your tech stack. It's in you. Connect with Michael Hunter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ Read more about his work: https://uncommonteams.com/ ——— [ Uncommon Leadership, Authentic Leadership, Tech Leadership, Founder Burnout, Culture Change, Psychological Safety, Accountability vs Approval, Human-Centered Leadership, Executive Coaching, Resilient Leadership, Leading Through Change, Uncommon Teams, Michael Hunter, Gary Montalvo] ——— Was this conversation worth your time? If yes, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the Uncommon Leadership Podcast Series. Get notified on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9vaDKz5TI7gaWKLc801Dw Prefer audio? Stream here: Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/uncommon-leadership/id1654637165 Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/2BkXGceaZgVWxGQCXcrmgj Presented By: UncommonChange

As leaders, we're taught to push through. Work harder. Focus longer. Stay disciplined. But what if resilience isn't built by endurance at all? What if it's shaped in the small, almost invisible moments—how teams reset, reconnect, and rehumanize their work before exhaustion sets in? In this episode of the Uncommon Leadership Roundtable Podcast, Michael Hunter from Uncommon Teams brings together a group of deeply respected practitioners to explore resilience not as a personal trait—but as a systemic capability. What unfolds is an honest, experience-driven conversation about how leaders, teams, and organizations either preserve or quietly drain energy through everyday choices. This isn't about wellness perks or productivity tricks. It's about how work actually feels—and what helps people stay clear, creative, and engaged in complex environments. In this conversation, you'll learn:

• Why resilience is built through micro-resets, not heroic recovery
• How short, intentional breaks unlock focus, creativity, and momentum
• Why movement and breath restore emotional and cognitive clarity faster than pushing through
• How joy, laughter, and human connection increase performance instead of distracting from it
• What leaders unintentionally do that shuts down energy and initiative
• Why vertical collaboration transforms trust, speed, and decision quality
• How curiosity and play fuel sustainable excellence in complex systems
• Why resilience must be designed into the system, not demanded from people

Resilience isn't about pushing harder—it's about creating conditions where people can recover, think, and adapt while doing the work. Meet the Panel of Speakers Paige Watson Technical coach and community mentor focused on building cohesive, high-performing engineering teams through quality-first practices. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paige-is-xp/ Fortune Buchholtz Business agility practitioner and agile logician who blends systems thinking, emotional awareness, and facilitation to help teams build resilience and cognitive agility. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fortune-buchholtz-40266229/ Johanna Rothman Author and pragmatic management consultant helping leaders and teams navigate change, collaboration, and adaptive product development. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannarothman/ Tim Ottinger Agile coach and Extreme Programming expert known for bringing curiosity, creativity, and human-centered thinking into software delivery. Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/agileotter/ Meet the Host Michael Hunter Michael Hunter went from debugging code to debugging people—and now helps people debug themselves. Through the Uncommon Leadership Podcast and his work with tech leaders, he explores the invisible cultural and emotional dynamics that stall change and drain teams. His work focuses on resilience, clarity, and leading with the whole self. Read more: https://uncommonteams.com/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ Was this conversation worth your time? If yes, give us a thumbs up and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes. For more inspiring conversations like this, sign up for the Uncommon Leadership newsletter at https://uncommonteams.com Watch the Uncommon Leadership Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9vaDKz5TI7gaWKLc801Dw Prefer audio? Stream here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/uncommon-leadership/id1654637165 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BkXGceaZgVWxGQCXcrmgj Presented By: Uncommon Change

Most leaders believe their teams go quiet because people fear conflict, don't know what to say, or lack confidence. But that's almost never the real reason. In this episode of Uncommon Leadership, Keith Klain joins me to reveal a harder, more human truth: Teams go quiet when they stop trusting how honest their leaders will be with them. Keith shares the shift that transformed every organization he led—from global banks to fast-paced tech teams. When he stopped treating information as currency and started telling people the real "why" behind decisions, something remarkable happened:

• People became more candid
• Critical information finally flowed upward
• Change stopped feeling like a threat
• Attrition fell because people felt represented—not managed
• Psychological safety grew because honesty wasn't rare anymore

This episode is a guide for leaders ready to move beyond performance optics and into real stewardship—the kind that earns loyalty, sharper thinking, and genuine collaboration. -- Your Key Learnings Through This Podcast

• Why teams lose trust long before leaders notice
• How withholding information quietly collapses decision quality
• The difference between "managing" people and sponsoring them
• Why transparency strengthens performance, not fragility
• How to communicate honestly without overwhelming your team
• Why people don't need all the details—they need clear intent

If you lead through change, complexity, or uncertainty, this episode will challenge how you show up—and elevate what your team believes is possible with you. -- About the Guest: Keith Klain Keith is a globally recognized QA and testing executive, director at KPMG UK, and past head of Barclays Global Test Center. He's known for building world-class teams, challenging outdated testing standards, and driving business-focused quality across industries. Keith's "Quality Remarks" podcast and writings have helped shape the next generation of tech leaders. Connect with Keith: LinkedIn: Keith Klain Knowledge stack: Quality Remarks About the Host: Michael Hunter Michael partners with top tech leadership teams across six continents to create extraordinary cultures. With 35 years of experience at companies like Microsoft, Salesforce, and Tableau, he helps leaders sustain meaningful change. Michael believes that only by integrating mind, heart, body, spirit, and intuition can leaders truly navigate change safely and build a lasting legacy of impact + human-centered leadership. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ Further Exploration:https://uncommonteams.com/work-with-me/

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Presented By: Uncommon Change

What if the real competitive advantage in your organization isn't your strategy or your technology— but the way you show up for your people when everything feels uncertain? In this episode of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast, I'm joined by Jim Carlough—a veteran healthcare executive, strategist, and author. Jim's journey spans from captaining sports teams in his youth to helping organizations find their footing again. Through every experience, Jim kept returning to the same anchors: persistence, focus, and a genuine responsibility to his team. And this became the heart of his leadership philosophy. At the heart of Jim's approach are his six pillars of leadership, with integrity as the foundation upon which everything else rests. Join in as Jim speaks about how he uses data, curiosity, humor, and empathy to recognize:

• When people are struggling
• Build trust during times of transition
• And to help each person find the role—and the path—that genuinely fits who they are.

Grab a seat. Tune in now. About the Guest: Jim Carlough Jim is an accomplished business strategist, speaker, and author with over three decades of leadership experience in healthcare, from startups to industry leaders. He is known for building high‑performing teams and guiding organizations through transformational change while keeping people at the center. Connect with Jim: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jimcarlough About the Host: Michael Hunter Michael partners with top tech leadership teams across six continents to create extraordinary cultures. With 35 years of experience at companies like Microsoft, Salesforce, and Tableau, he helps leaders sustain meaningful change. Michael believes that only by integrating mind, heart, body, spirit, and intuition can leaders truly navigate change safely and build a lasting legacy of impact + human-centered leadership. The best way to connect with Michael Hunter is on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ More from Michael Hunter: https://uncommonteams.com/ For more inspiring conversations like this, sign up for the Uncommon Leadership newsletter at https://uncommonteams.com Watch the Uncommon Leadership Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9vaDKz5TI7gaWKLc801Dw Prefer audio? Stream here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/uncommon-leadership/id1654637165 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BkXGceaZgVWxGQCXcrmgj Presented By: Uncommon Change

Are your teams holding back? Are they experimenting, speaking up, or taking risks when the stakes are high? If not, you're dealing with a problem that hasn't surfaced yet. And it's not a skill problem. Or a process problem. It's most likely a culture problem. When your people don't feel safe, they don't take risks. They hide their vulnerabilities. And in an environment like this, even your best talent stays silent — or quietly leaves. Hi there! Welcome back! I'm Michael Hunter from Uncommon Teams, and in this episode of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast, I'm joined by Fortune Buchholtz—business agility specialist, fractional transformation leader, and AI-assisted agile logician. Together, we dive deep into the real impact of leadership on culture and business outcomes, exploring:

• Why traditional command-and-control leadership slows innovation & velocity
• How rewarded vulnerability can transform psychological safety into a strategic advantage
• The invisible costs of a poor work culture [ high attrition rates / high talent acquisition costs]
• How curiosity, transparency, and authenticity can lead to continuous improvement

If you're a CXO, founder, or senior leader looking to stop losing talent and trying to scale up with precision—this conversation is for you. Grab a seat. Hit play. Let's transform the way you show up for your people. — Meet the Speakers Fortune Buchholtz Buchholtz is a business agility specialist with more than 20 years of experience as a fractional transformation leader, AI-assisted agile logician, and certified Scrum Master. Her work lives at the intersection of human systems and technical precision, helping leaders cultivate clarity and trust in an increasingly complex world. She integrates TPS/Lean, agile, and systems thinking into organizations, unlocking continuous improvement at every level. Find Fortune Buchholtz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fortune-buchholtz-40266229/ Michael Hunter Michael Hunter, The Uncommon Hero, helps tech leaders unlock resilience, adaptability, and ease—without burnout. For over 35 years across six continents, he has partnered with engineering and people leaders at top companies like Microsoft, Salesforce, and Tableau to retain and elevate talent, build human-centered leadership, and create cultures that support velocity and joy. Connect with Michael Hunter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ Read more about his work: https://uncommonteams.com/ Book a complimentary, no-obligation call: https://calendly.com/uncommonchange/first-contact — Was this conversation worth your time? If yes, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the Uncommon Leadership Podcast Series. Subscribe and get notified on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9vaDKz5TI7gaWKLc801Dw Prefer audio? Stream here: Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/uncommon-leadership/id1654637165 Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/2BkXGceaZgVWxGQCXcrmgj Presented By: UncommonTeams

Why aren't your teams bringing you their best ideas? Why are they silent in meetings?

Most likely, they don't feel psychologically safe to speak up. Or they haven't connected with the real you yet.

If this sounds true for your team, your leadership approach is heading into isolation, and you are facing a quiet crisis. The good news is that it's not too late, and together—we can fix it!

Hi there! I'm Michael Hunter from Uncommon Teams, and welcome to another exciting episode of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast. Joining me today is Rita Malvone, a renowned business performance expert and an executive coach.

Today, we're diving straight to the core issues of leadership: cultivating the right workplace culture, establishing true psychological safety, and building authentic relationships.

We'll also explore the philosophy of Chiropractic Leadership—the art of finding the small, authentic adjustments that create massive organizational transformation. Through this approach, leaders can slowly realign human connections to unlock team potential.

Because at the end of the day, culture isn't something you do or say. It's about whether your people are willing to express their opinions in a meeting.

Before you go: What's that one small, precise, authentic adjustment you'd like to make as a leader for lasting impact and growth?

Not sure? Grab a seat and hit play. Our work begins now.

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What We Discuss: 01:04 Intros 04:43 The Work-Life Myth: Choosing Integration over Balance 14:41 The Tigers, Dolphins, and Owls Communication Framework 24:31 Humanizing the Distant CEO 31:32 Communication is about what the receiver receives 34:14 Reacting vs. Responding in Leadership 38:22 The Business Case for Safety 42:20 The "47th in Line" Promotion Story 49:59 The Culture Audit 01:07:39 The Leadership Shadow: Why Authenticity Must Be 24/7

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In Conversation With: Rita Malvone A Certified DEI Professional and an ICF ACC coach, Rita is a New Yorker based in Shanghai, committed to driving impactful change through authentic communications. Drawing on her extensive corporate background, she guides industry leaders through corporate transformations, cultural alignment, and team effectiveness. Her notable work includes leading cultural integration for the Volkswagen Anhui NEV Hub and designing new leader programs for Airbus Greater China. Rita Malvone on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritamalvone/ Connect via email: [email protected]

Michael Hunter Michael Hunter went from debugging code to debugging people. Now he helps people debug themselves. As the host of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast, Michael Hunter explores the why, how, and what of authentic leadership. He works primarily with tech leaders and founding teams, helping them navigate organizational chaos and change with resilience and grace. Connect with Michael Hunter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ Read more about his work: https://uncommonteams.com/

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When 85% of medical practices in the USA shut their doors, Dr. Ravi Iyer, a Harvard-trained physician and human potential expert, became the last line of defense as he and his team kept theirs open. Dr. Iyer's mantra, all for one and one for all, led him to serve over 100,000 patients through the chaos and disruption caused by the pandemic. Hello and welcome to another fascinating episode of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast—I'm your host, Michael Hunter from Uncommon Teams. Today, we are conversing with Dr. Iyer—one of the rare TED speakers whose talks were removed and reinstated twice—shares how his philosophy of attention, connection, and community helped his team thrive while others froze. His work reframes centuries-old wisdom through modern language, teaching leaders to move from reaction to observation, from narrative to presence, and from chaos to clarity. He reminds us that leadership isn't about control—it's about creating space. Space for others to expand, to feel safe, and to see possibilities they couldn't see before. If you're ready for the masterclass on gaining effortless mastery over chaos through empathy, this podcast is for you! Tune in today!

-- Sneak-Peek into the Podcast Insights:

• Integrate, don't separate. Real leadership is how you bring all of yourself into every moment.
• Fear is the real virus. Managing emotions is the first step to managing a crisis.
• Innovation isn't complex. It's immediate action born from attention and observation.
• You are not your role or title. You are the awareness within which all stories unfold.
• Five minutes of mindful perception daily can expand your calm, increase clarity, and heighten influence.
• As your inner quiet grows, others feel safer, heard, and empowered to lead themselves.

-- Speaker Bios Dr. Ravi Iyer Dr. Ravi Iyer is a globally recognized iconoclast, a 3x TEDx Speaker, and a Harvard-trained physician/scientist, celebrated for his work in human potential and organizational transformation. His talks, including the viral "The Power of Intentional Focus," have racked up millions of views, positioning him as one of the most-viewed TEDx speakers of 2024. As a neurodiversity pioneer and AuDHD thought leader, Dr. Iyer has spent more than four decades driving transformation across organizations. He's also been recognized by Who's Who in America for reshaping corporate culture and influencing neuro-inclusive policies. Dr. Ravi Iyer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/driyermd/ Michael Hunter Michael Hunter went from debugging code to debugging people. Now he helps people debug themselves. As the host of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast, Michael Hunter explores the why, how, and what of authentic leadership. He works primarily with tech leaders and founding teams, helping them navigate organizational chaos and change with resilience and grace. Connect with Michael Hunter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ Read more about his work: https://uncommonteams.com/ -- Was this conversation worth your time? If yes, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the Uncommon Leadership Podcast Series. Get notified on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9vaDKz5TI7gaWKLc801Dw Prefer audio? Stream here: Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/uncommon-leadership/id1654637165 Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/2BkXGceaZgVWxGQCXcrmgj Presented By: UncommonChange

A lot of leaders believe that they need to sacrifice themselves to stand out. But what if prioritizing yourself—your clarity, your energy, and your pace—is the most strategic thing you can do for your team as well as your organization? What if you had to be a little selfish? Putting on your oxygen mask before you rushed to help everyone else around you? Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast. I'm your host, Michael Hunter, and today I'm honored to explore what it means to pause, reset, and focus on self with Lynn Juang, the founder of Frameworks Consulting. For two decades, Lynn has helped organizations translate their big vision into actionable frameworks and systems. Take a seat and join us as we dive deep into the paradox of modern leadership in this episode. From why selfishness is your strategy to why the act of pausing deliberately is the fastest way to sustainable growth—we truly break down what it means for a leader to find their pace. If you're someone who experiences overwhelm, chaos, or burnout, please don't miss out on this episode! -- Your Leadership Takeaways From This Episode: 1/ True clarity comes from knowing exactly when to push and when to pause, not just rushing forward. 2/ You cannot lead from an empty well. Practicing healthy selfishness is a great way to prevent burnout and build inner resilience. 3/ Learn to walk away from obsolete processes. Define the "why" for every process so that your team understands where they need to go and can find faster, better ways to get there. 4/ Learn simple, low-lift practices to build your "gut feeling" muscle—a game-changer for when you need to take accurate, high-stakes decisions. 5/ Always start with the Why. Gain context through conversations before making an assumption. Having open conversations about work [ and beyond] creates a psychologically safe environment—something your team needs to trust you and each other.

-- Meet the Speakers Lynn Juang Juang is an award-winning creative leader, strategic consultant, and the founder of Frameworks Consulting. For over two decades, she has partnered with creative leaders, moving their biggest ideas from ambition to reality through strategic clarity and operational structure. As a systems thinker, Juang advises creative agencies on workflows, brand strategy, and operations. Through her work, she aims to unlock creative flow, remove operational hurdles, and build springboards for continuous growth. Connect with Lynn Juang via email: [email protected] Lynn Juang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnjuang/ Michael Hunter Michael Hunter went from debugging code to debugging people. Now he helps people debug themselves. As the host of the Uncommon Leadership Podcast, Michael Hunter explores the why, how, and what of authentic leadership. He works primarily with tech leaders and founding teams, helping them navigate organizational chaos and change with resilience and grace. Connect with Michael Hunter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ Read more about his work: https://uncommonteams.com/ -- Was this conversation worth your time? If yes, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the Uncommon Leadership Podcast Series. Get notified on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9vaDKz5TI7gaWKLc801Dw Prefer audio? Stream here: Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/uncommon-leadership/id1654637165 Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/2BkXGceaZgVWxGQCXcrmgj Presented By: UncommonChange

For the first 15 years of her career, Dr. Amanda Lynne Smith was always the first to arrive and last to leave. And she expected the same relentless pace from everyone around. Then COVID arrived, and with it, an unexpected gift: the permission to breathe. But this isn't just a story about work-life balance. It's the story that led to a groundbreaking realization—you cannot keep pouring if your cup is empty. It's about the time when Smith realized that personal resilience is an important business strategy, something a lot of organizations overlook. Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Uncommon Leadership. I'm Michael Hunter, and today I'm honored to explore what it means to be resilient and courageous with Dr. Smith, who has worked relentlessly for over 25 years to bridge the gap between education and workforce needs. From "courageous conversations" that build unbreakable teams to a restaurant motto that redefined her leadership, we discuss how leaders can navigate the most challenging business issues by focusing on heart and integrity. Grab a seat and pay attention if you want to see how resilient your team could be when they finally learn to speak their truth and experience discomfort with grace.

-- Podcast Highlights:

• Prioritize filling your own cup (self-care) before you pour into others. When you give permission for self-care, it cascades through teams, families, and communities.
• Investing in culture and employee happiness is a direct financial strategy that saves massive costs on recruitment, onboarding, and boosts customer retention.
• Genuine, heart-led leadership means extending an open door and treating employees like family.
• Uncommon Leadership stems from simple, non-negotiable personal principles: integrity, kindness, speaking your truth, accepting the uncontrollable, and faith.

-- About the Speakers Dr. Amanda Lynne Smith Dr. Amanda Lynne Smith is a dynamic, heart-led C-Suite executive who has spent the last 25 years shaping the future of education and the workforce. She specializes in scaling online education, product development, and building high-performing teams that truly believe in their mission. Smith is focused on using tech-driven solutions to make sure learning directly translates into student success and impactful career outcomes. Connect with Dr. Amanda Lynne Smith : https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-amanda-lynne-smith Michael Hunter Michael specializes in moving leaders "from debugging code to debugging people to helping people debug themselves." He hosts the popular Uncommon Leadership Podcast, where he explores how vulnerability, self-awareness, and authentic connection transform teams and drive sustainable growth. His work focuses on navigating organizational chaos and turning complex challenges into stepping stones for innovation and resilient leadership impact. Connect with Micahel Hunter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ -- Was this conversation worth your time? If yes, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the Uncommon Leadership Podcast Series. Get notified on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9vaDKz5TI7gaWKLc801Dw Prefer audio? Stream here: Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/uncommon-leadership/id1654637165 Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/2BkXGceaZgVWxGQCXcrmgj Presented By: UncommonChange

Have you ever hit a personal rock bottom that threatened your entire career? Our guest today, Dr. Alfredo Borodowski, knows that feeling intimately. Alfredo's story is one of total collapse and remarkable redemption. He didn't find his way back with better systems; he found it by discovering his own forgotten character strengths. Hello! This is Michael Hunter from Uncommon Teams, and I'd love to welcome you to another episode of Uncommon Leadership, where we explore what it truly takes to thrive, not just survive, in today's chaotic world. Today, I sit down with Dr. Alfredo Borodowski, who helps global firms turn organizational resistance into growth, to uncover the following:

• The crucial difference between talent and character strengths.
• How knowing your 'Top Five' can boost your performance by up to 18 times.
• Why the old management myths (pressure brings results!) are destroying your culture.
• And how you can navigate personal chaos and find your internal compass through self-knowledge.

Get ready to discover why knowing who you are is the ultimate secret to peak performance. Grab a seat, welcome Alfredo Borodowski, and begin a truly transformational conversation! -- About the Speakers Alfredo Borodowski Alfredo Borodowski is a bestselling author and Peak Performance expert who helps leaders harness their strengths. With over three decades of experience advising CEOs and senior leaders at firms like Motorola, his expertise lies in turning workplace resistance into tangible growth. Alfredo's powerful personal story—moving from an esteemed rabbi to overcoming severe mental illness—gives him a unique, empathetic lens for guiding organizations through complex change, always focusing on clarity, empathy, and results. Connect with Borodowski :https://www.linkedin.com/in/alfredo-borodowski/ Michael Hunter Michael specializes in moving leaders "from debugging code to debugging people to helping people debug themselves." He hosts the popular Uncommon Leadership Podcast, where he explores how vulnerability, self-awareness, and authentic connection transform teams and drive sustainable growth. His work focuses on navigating organizational chaos and turning complex challenges into stepping stones for innovation and resilient leadership impact. Connect with Micahel Hunter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/humbugreality/ -- Was this conversation worth your time? If yes, please give us a thumbs up and subscribe to the Uncommon Leadership Podcast Series. Get notified on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp9vaDKz5TI7gaWKLc801Dw Prefer audio? Stream here: Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/uncommon-leadership/id1654637165 Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/2BkXGceaZgVWxGQCXcrmgj Presented By: UncommonChange