Unpacked with Ron Harvey

We explore what it takes to build durable businesses across franchises, real estate and investing, and why humility, people and discipline beat ego every time. Marcél Clark shares how sacrifice fuels momentum, how leaders stay accountable and how to build teams that win.

• people first leadership and culture
• startup sacrifice and the myth of balance
• going all in versus part-time mindset
• learning the science of your business
• systems for accountability and metrics
• hiring smarter and checking your ego
• building trust through consistency and clarity
• mentors, networks and avoiding costly mistakes
• turning around a failing territory with a plan
• focus, anti-complacency and generational wealth
• practical advice: one step at a time and never quit

Continue to tell your friends and your colleagues. If you know someone that's interested in being a guest, we'd love to hear some insight

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Impact Leadership: A Strategic Guide to Sustainable Leadership, Enhancing Team Engagement, and Leading with the Principle that People Always Matter

“If you don’t have something to measure your growth, you won’t be self-aware or intentional about your growth.”

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or entity. The information provided in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners should consult with their own professional advisors before implementing any suggestions or recommendations made in this podcast. The speakers and guests are not responsible for any actions taken by listeners based on the information presented in this podcast. The podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice or services. The speakers and guests make no representations or warranties ...

We explore what separates real leadership from title-driven management, why connection is the engine of trust, and how fair recognition fuels performance. William Davis shares lessons from four decades in corporate roles, mentorship stories, and a candid blueprint for humane, high-performing teams.

• defining leader vs manager vs boss
• building trust through consistent connection
• rejecting forced rankings and unfair rewards
• advice for younger, ambitious leaders
• mentorship as an antidote to insecurity
• weekly feedback and zero-surprise reviews
• personalizing relationships to each teammate
• repairing trust by showing up in the work
• modeling vulnerability and safety
• shifting from expert to empowering leader
• boundaries, time off, and work-life balance
• three actionable practices leaders can start today
• William’s books and how to contact him

Feel free to share it. If you know someone that you think would be a great guest that's going to add value to our audience, that's what the show is really about. You can always find us on our company's webpage, Global Core Strategies and Consulting. You'll find everything about me on there. It'll send you to my LinkedIn, which are the two primary sources to reach us.

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We unpack why every human interaction is a negotiation and how preparation, not slogans, drives outcomes. Derrick Chevalier shares evolved negotiation tactics that help leaders surface hidden information, avoid self‑negotiation traps, and create value beyond the script.

• negotiation as universal human interaction
• mentor‑driven mastery and apprenticeship
• preparation as strategic advantage
• changes from technology and global dynamics
• myths of win‑win and BATNA overuse
• power negotiation and deadline dynamics
• why chess is a weak life metaphor
• leadership conversations as negotiations
• stealth negotiation and real‑time coaching
• when and how to split the difference
• reframing risk to unlock decisions
• failure as event, focus as discipline

We offer a no BS 30-minute no-cost consultation, have a conversation. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a colleague who negotiates daily, and leave a quick review to help more people find it. Got a tough negotiation ahead? Tell us what you’ll try first.

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Impact Leadership: A Strategic Guide to Sustainable Leadership, Enhancing Team Engagement, and Leading with the Principle that People Always Matter

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or entity. The information provided in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners should consult with their own professional advisors before implementing any suggestions or recommendations made in this podcast. The speakers and guests are not responsible for any actions taken by listeners based on the information presented in this podcast. The podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice or services. The speakers and guests make no representations or warranties ...

We explore how agile leadership and connected HR data build sustainable high performance. Noelle London of Illoominus shares why mindset outperforms credentials, how retention powers revenue, and practical steps to turn fragmented systems into clear people insights.

• leadership agility amid rapid workplace change
• connecting HRIS, talent acquisition, engagement, performance and pay
• overlooked basics and data quality foundations
• reducing turnover in frontline-heavy industries
• hiring for mindset, curiosity and problem solving
• balancing accountability with humanity to avoid burnout
• Moneyball approach to team and org health
• career journey mapping and better succession planning
• progress over perfection and building data literacy
• peer community for people leaders and AI-focused sessions

Our next one is actually going to be on AI and automation the first week in June. If anybody's interested, reach out to Noelle at [email protected]. We’ll add links in the show notes.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or entity. The information provided in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners should consult with their own professional advisors before implementing any suggestions or recommendations made in this podcast. The speakers and guests are not responsible for any actions taken by listeners based on the information presented in this podcast. The podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice or services. The speakers and guests make no representations or warranties ...

We explore what happens when results outrun relationships and how to rebuild trust through apology, transparency, and small daily practices that steady your leadership. Robin Kamrode shares stories from federal teams, mid-career crossroads, and the moment half her team quit—and what turned it around.

• making work a better place through connection and clarity
• the Friday resignations and the power of a sincere apology
• avoiding the trap of chasing metrics over people
• getting unstuck by deciding with imperfect information
• leading without answers using radical transparency
• focusing energy on control and influence, not concern
• a simple morning ritual with three grounding questions
• continuous learning to avoid unconscious incompetence
• feedback as data and using Q-TIP to lower defensiveness
• who Robin helps and how to connect on LinkedIn

Join us every Monday as Ron unpacks sound advice—real answers for real leadership challenges.

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We share how a painful season led to decoding a missing half of a classic success book and building a 12‑minute daily method to program the subconscious for consistent, right action. The result is a practical way to move beyond intentions, gain control, and make success inevitable.

• the turning point at age fifty and the scarcity of time
• grief as fuel for clarity and commitment
• the gap in Think and Grow Rich and the secret revealed
• daily actions as the true driver of results
• the 95% unconscious problem and how repetition solves it
• the 12‑minute daily template for vision and execution
• confidence and control emerging after 21 days
• deep thinking twice weekly: structure and outcomes
• tools, book, and AI template to personalize the method
• a reminder that life is precious, so stop winging it

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or entity. The information provided in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners should consult with their own professional advisors before implementing any suggestions or recommendations made in this podcast. The speakers and guests are not responsible for any actions taken by listeners based on the information presented in this podcast. The podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice or services. The speakers and guests make no representations or warranties ...

We explore how leaders can trade command-and-control for curiosity, build digital flexibility instead of defaulting to one channel, and use community to protect attention in a noisy, hybrid world. Craig shares stories behind Digital Overwhelm and practical ways to switch modes, set boundaries, and grow social capital that lasts.

• leading amid fast, relentless change
• listening as a core leadership skill
• filtering noise versus flexibility with modes
• practical boundaries and single-use tools
• old tech for deep focus and brain health
• teams, pit stops and shared norms
• why Craig wrote Digital Overwhelm
• two takeaways: mindfulness and mode switching
• communicating across generations with respect
• questions over commands and tracking consequences
• social capital and the “relationship score”
• task and gift: a healthier view of communication

You can find our book wherever books are sold. It’s called Digital Overwhelm: A Mid-Career Guide for Coping at Work. Connect with Craig at themodeswitch.com. Remember to join us every Monday as Ron Unpacks Sound Advice, providing real answers for real leadership challenges. Until next time, remember to add value and make a difference where you are or the people you serve. Because people always matter.

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Ron Harvey explores leadership principles with Joe Davis, a 37-year BCG veteran who shares insights on authentic leadership and balancing career with family life. Together they unpack how leaders can build stronger teams by showing genuine care while maintaining accountability.

• Leaders work for their people, not the other way around
• Never save feedback for performance reviews – deliver it in the moment
• Showing you care gives you permission to be direct and challenging
• The most effective leaders are comfortable saying "I don't know"
• Create family traditions and prioritize important events to balance work/life
• Ask questions and listen genuinely to navigate generational differences
• Vulnerability is strength – asking questions shows you value others' perspectives
• Executive presence comes from authentic confidence, not pretending to know everything
• During chaos, a leader's job is to provide calm confidence and draw out the best ideas

Check out Joe Davis's book "The Generous Leader: Seven Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone's Gain" available on Amazon and all major booksellers.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or entity. The information provided in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners should consult with their own professional advisors before implementing any suggestions or recommendations made in this podcast. The speakers and guests are not responsible for any actions taken by listeners based on the information presented in this podcast. The podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice or services. The speakers and guests make no representations or warranties ...

Derek Girard shares his journey from military kid to tech entrepreneur, highlighting the power of the "Figure It Out" mindset that helped him overcome three simultaneous lawsuits while building a successful tech company with no technical background.

• Growing up as an army brat, moving frequently created resilience and problem-solving skills
• Built a technology company despite having no tech background to solve an industry-wide problem
• Faced a perfect storm of challenges: business partner dispute, investor conflict, and competitor lawsuit
• Developed and applied the "Figure It Out" mindset to navigate complex legal battles
• Won all three lawsuits over a seven-year period before successfully selling his company in 2023
• Leadership philosophy: "Don't be the boss, be the example"
• Approaches feedback by asking questions rather than making statements
• Believes success should be defined internally rather than by external validation
• Uses "So what? Now what?" to move past complaints and focus on solutions
• Teaches the difference between self-confidence and self-awareness

You can find Derek's book "Put to the Test" on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, or through his website at Derrick Girard: Inspiring Public Speaker.

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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or entity. The information provided in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners should consult with their own professional advisors before implementing any suggestions or recommendations made in this podcast. The speakers and guests are not responsible for any actions taken by listeners based on the information presented in this podcast. The podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice or services. The speakers and guests make no representations or warranties ...

Dante Royster, owner of Epic Mortgage, shares his journey from employee to entrepreneur and reveals how real estate ownership is the most profitable path to becoming a millionaire. His insights on leadership, building loyal teams, and making smart mortgage decisions provide practical wisdom for professionals at all career stages.

• Leaving the W-2 mindset to start his own mortgage brokerage after not getting "a seat at the table" at previous jobs
• Building trust with employees through consistency, humility, and the willingness to apologize when appropriate
• Finding "ride or die" team members who remain loyal through challenging business periods
• The financial impact of homeownership versus renting ($24,000 annually going to landlords)
• Why consumers save an average of $10,000 by working with independent mortgage professionals instead of banks
• The importance of comparison shopping when getting a mortgage
• Maintaining optimism as a business owner despite market volatility

Contact Dante Royster at 708-905-5300 or find him on social media under Dante Royster. Check out his YouTube channel Epic Spotlight for weekly mortgage tips and his book "The Ultimate Mortgage Guide: Securing the Best Mortgage, Not Just the Best Rate" available on Amazon.

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“If you don’t have something to measure your growth, you won’t be self-aware or intentional about your growth.”

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