Leadership Without Losing Your Soul: Master Communication & Management Skills To Boost Productivity, Teamwork & Ease Overwhelm

Human Centered Communication with Lizabeth Wesely-Casella

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ready for some brilliant approaches to human-centered communication? In this episode, David talks with Lizabeth Wesely-Casella, founder and CEO of L-1...

Business of Ambiguity with Dr. Debbie Sutherland

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever been faced with a puzzling pattern of events, been stuck in a confusing situation, or felt trapped by your own routine thinking patterns...

Making Virtual Work with Betty Johnson, Ph.D.

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you or your team felt the drain from virtual work? In this episode, author Betty Johnson reveals the voices of real virtual workers. They say it’...

The Manager's Playbook with Alicia Thrasher & Joel Trammell

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you worked in an organization that suffers from a crisis of management and leadership? Then you know how important it is to have a Manager's Play...

Audience, Influence, and Impact: Reach with Becky Robinson

25 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you want more influence and to make a bigger difference within your organization or the world beyond, Weaving Influence CEO and author Becky R...

Promotions are So Yesterday with Julie Winkle Giulioni

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How do you support your employees' career development when promotions aren't immediately available - or they're not interested in a promotion? There a...

Being a Human-Centered Leader When You're Stressed or Anxious

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Many leaders find that it's easier to be a human-centered leader when everything is going well. When you're stressed or anxious, it's easy to snap at ...

Leading a More Resourceful Team

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

During times of stress and change, when you need your team to be the most resourceful, some managers clampdown, insist on the old ways of doing things...

Does Your Team Ignore Your Feedback

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have you heard this from your managers? "My people aren't coachable. They're defensive, it's like they have a wall up. They just won't listen." Someti...

How to Quickly Build Team Commitment

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trust takes time, but sometimes you need to get everyone working together quickly. If you're going to succeed, you have to build a team that's able to...

Meaningful Leadership Conversations with Jessica Pettitt

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This episode has it all - poignant wisdom, 6th graders influencing billionaires, mason jar soup, even Darth Vader jokes. Above all, you'll get practic...

3 Overused Strengths that Will Limit Your Leadership

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

You work hard to set a positive example for your team. You care about success, and you want your people to succeed. You’ve clarified what matters mo...

Addressing Problems with Your Peers

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when you see a problem and you want to bring it to your colleagues' attention, but you're worried it might create problems? This topic ...

Appreciative Inquiry with Jackie Stavros and Cheri Torres

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Conversations are the soul of leadership. We all know that conversations influence us, but we rarely stop to think about how much impact they have on ...

Unfear with Gaurav Bhatnagar and Mark Minukas

02 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Most of us have seen fear drive short-term results, but it does so at the cost of high employee burnout and turnover. Winning organizations aren’t f...

Make It, Don't Fake It with Sabrina Horn

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's a cliche you've undoubtedly heard more than once: Fake it until you make it. The problem is that the pressure to succeed can drive leaders to exa...

How to Lead a Team That Lacks Urgency

11 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"My people lack a sense of urgency. I've got to follow up on everything or we miss deadlines. I'm tired of babysitting. How can I ensure things get do...

The Long Game with Dorie Clark

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel rushed, overwhelmed, and perennially behind? How can you break out of this endless cycle and create the kind of interesting, meaningful li...

Leading Through Disruption with David Giersdorf

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Is there any industry that's been disrupted more at a global level over the past twenty years than the cruise lines? In this episode, David Giersdorf,...

Humanity Works Better with Debbie Cohen and Kate Roeske-Zummer

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Humanity. It works - and it works better. In this heartfelt and moving conversation, Debbie Cohen and Kate Roeske-Zummer help you chart a path that br...

Staying Coachable with Sean Glaze

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Change is challenging for most of us. But the most effective leaders continually learn and grow. Former basketball coach and leadership consultant Sea...

Good Comes First with Chris Edmonds and Mark Babbit

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As a business leader, how do you create a purposeful, positive, and productive work environment for you employees and customers while improving your b...

Leading Through Invisible Dissent with Kelly Beattie

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Constructive discussions are essential for good decisions and great results. But how do you create an environment that helps to surface disagreement a...

Inspired to Inspire with Lance Tanaka

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Leaders who want to inspire others need inspiration themselves. That inspiration is your purpose. Join us for a conversation with former Pepsi Cola an...

A Culture of Integrity with CEO Brittany Burns

17 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

How do you transform the culture of a rapidly growing business in an industry that's not always known for transparency and integrity? Join Simpler Tra...

Leadership Development that Works with Jennifer Mackin

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Leadership development is one of the most important investments you can make in your organization's success. Unfortunately, there are many ways to do ...

Love it. Own it. Your Dream Job with Carson Tate

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carson Tate, one of America’s top productivity consultants talks about why you don’t have to rely on your company or your boss fo...

Fiercely Loyal with Dov Baron

26 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The world has changed, and so has everything we know about becoming and remaining an effective leader particularly when it comes to keeping your top t...

Leading for Justice with Rita Sever

20 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When your cause is important and you're working to build a better world, leadership matters more than ever - but it often takes a back seat to the scr...

How Leaders Make The Most of Complaints

12 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You've got a clear focus on what matters most, and your team seems to work well together, but then you get a call. Hey, I need to talk to you about a ...

Mastery Under Pressure with Tina Greenbaum

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As a leader do you ever feel overwhelmed and stressed? Keep running into the same limiting mindset or patterns, but don't know how to fix them? In thi...

A Minute to Think with Juliet Funt

29 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you feel like you're constantly reacting and don't have a moment to think about what you're doing, much less why you're doing it, this episode is f...

12 Inch Rule of Leadership with Dr. Kaliym Islam

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this wisdom-packed interview, former Wallstreet executive Dr. Kaliym Islam shares the many leadership moments that transformed his career. This is ...

How to Choose Who You Promote into Leadership

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Who you promote into leadership sends a clear message of what matters most in your culture and business. Promote leaders aligned with your culture and...

Leading from the Middle with Scott Mautz

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you have a boss and are a boss, you'll be very familiar with the messy middle. Leading from the middle requires a special mindset and specific lead...

Lead Your Team to Make Better Decisions, Faster

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When decision-making or problem-solving meetings bog down and become a waste of time, there are usually two problems causing the stagnation. In this e...

Leading When - Not If - Things Break

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Are you blindsided when things break down, problems happen, or conflict occurs? Great leaders anticipate these breakdowns and know that it's a matter ...

How to Calm the Chaos and Help Your Team Regain Their Focus

18 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Last-minute fire drills, interruptions, and real emergencies can become a permanent way of life. In this episode, you'll receive practical steps you c...

Leading Performance Conversations without Losing Your Cool

10 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Leaders play a vital role in employee development and that includes sharing developmental feedback. But an effective performance conversation requir...

How to Ensure High ROI Training

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Nothing burns time, energy, and leadership credibility like wasted training. In this episode, we'll take a look at three specific mistakes that can un...

One Super Power Every Great Middle Manager Masters

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you are (or have been) a middle manager, you know how tough this role can be. You don’t set the strategic priorities, but you are accountable to ...

Drive Your Career Success - featuring Ed Evarts

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you're ambitious, talented, and ready to take your career to the next level, this episode is for you. Ed Evarts shares several principles of taking...

How to Ask for What You Need (and Get It) featuring Heather Hansen

14 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Life is full of trials, and sometimes you need a warrior spirit to overcome them. Award-winning attorney Heather Hansen has spent over twenty years fi...

Unlock Your Team's Best Thinking

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever watched a team member do something clever, solve a problem, or creatively improve a process, then ask them why they hadn’t shared it w...

The Power in a Powerful Thank You

23 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A specific, relevant thank you has the power to energize and keep people moving. In this episode, David shares a meaningful thank you and how you can ...

Why We Lead

15 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As we celebrate 100 episodes of Leadership without Losing Your Soul, it's a good time to reflect: Your leadership extends far beyond your team and the...

Inclusive Leadership - Get comfortable with discomfort

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Building inclusive leadership requires getting comfortable with discomfort, taking daily small steps, and being selective with the feedback you listen...

On Being a Trusted Leader with David Horsager

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Without trust, people and businesses fail. Trust is the currency of your influence. The foundation of your results. Trust is the air your culture brea...

Transform Your HR Relationships and Your Leadership

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this inspiring conversation with Elle Marc-Charles, Director of Inclusive Culture for Belden Corporation you'll get practical insights into how to ...

How to Partner with Your Learning and Development Team

19 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Training and development are a vital part of every team member's growth and success (including yours!) But there are common mistakes leaders make that...

How to Partner with Your HR Teams

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Your human resource, organizational development, and learning professionals can be wonderful strategic partners and collaborate with you to achieve am...

How to Be a More Influential Communicator with John Bates

05 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve got something awesome inside of you and John Bates is in business to bring that out so it can live in the world and make a real difference. J...

Building a Human Centered Culture - with Charlie Bailes IV

26 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You build your culture one decision at a time - but how do you ensure that the decisions you make build the culture you want? In this episode, Charlie...

A Tough Leadership Lesson

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever worried about losing someone from your team or organization because you reinforce expectations, this episode's for you. Early in my car...

What to Learn from a Frustrating Boss

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There's no better leadership textbook than a frustrating boss. And often, the world looks very different from their side of the conversation. In this ...

Leadership Doesn't Have to Be Lonely

04 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

You know the cliches: it's lonely at the top. Leadership is a lonely business. In this episode, David shares a challenging situation where he felt ver...

4 Ways to Energize Your Leadership and Your Team

28 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Life will always include some level of the mundane and routine. As a leader, you can give your team energy to meet these challenges. In this episode, ...

You Lead - Interview with Minter Dial

21 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There is a need for a new kind of leadership; one that bleeds personality and rings true to employees and customers alike who crave authenticity. Form...

Love 'Em or Lose 'Em - Interview with Beverly Kaye

14 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

People are your number one asset, so how do you ensure your best people stay? In short: you love 'em! In this episode, we talk with Beverly Kaye, auth...

Leading through Conflicting Priorities

07 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Conflicting priorities are a fact of life. Growing businesses naturally have tensions and they only become problems when they’re not addressed. In t...

Overcoming Adversity - an Interview with Jason Redman

18 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Whether affected by the pandemic or some other unforeseen and monumental setback, to lead, you have to find a way to move beyond anger, guilt, emptine...

4 Ways to Bring Back Some Fun and Fight the Slog

11 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The days blend in to one another and morale begins to drop... If you and your team are facing an endless horizon...of stressful work, of remote work w...

Take Care of You

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It's easy to talk about taking care of yourself so you can lead your team effectively, but it's something else to actually do it. So, it's confession ...

Leading While Green - Interview with Pierre Quinn

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your new leaders - the 'green' ones, are an incredible resource and the literal future of your business. If you are a new leader, the lessons to learn...

Creating Introvert Friendly Workplaces - Interview with Jennifer Kahnweiler

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jennifer Kahnwieler, a "champion for introverts" gives you practical tools to build an environment that brings out the best from ever...

You're Building Our Future

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your leadership goes far beyond the work you and your team do. You and your team likely spend more time with one another than with anyone else. That t...

Heartbeat Leadership - Interview with Dawn Kirk

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this wisdom-packed episode, executive coach and author Dawn Kirk gives you practical tools she developed throughout her career to help your team na...

Now Lead the Change - Interview with Nick Jankel

23 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Three unprecedented sources of change in the outside world are putting intense pressure on every organization and leader to adapt quickly. Enterprises...

Two Decision-Making Actions that Will Save You Months of Frustration

16 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Too many decision-making meetings devolve into frustrating, passive wastes of time. In this episode you'll get two actions you can take to ensure you ...

Positive Influence - Interview with Glenn Parker

09 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Be ready to take notes as Glenn Parker shares the four ways you can help people to become their best self, why this is such a critical leadership skil...

How to Make Your Leadership Message Stick

01 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to critical messages, communicating once is never enough. In this episode, get practical (and creative) ways you can master 5x5 communic...

Advanced Guide to Leading Online Meetings that Don't Suck

24 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You've covered the basics. People can hear you and see you and you've got a clear agenda, but online meeting fatigue is real and it can suck the life ...

Creative Mindset - Interview with Jeff DeGraff

18 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this incredibly practical and inspiring episode, Jeff DeGraff, the "Dean of Innovation" gives you practical ways to cultivate a creative mindset fo...

How to Avoid Micromanaging Remote Employees

09 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, get the tools you need to ensure your teams achieve the results you need to keep the business moving forward while creating space for...

Burnout to Breakthrough - Interview with Eileen McDargh

03 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you've felt burned out over the past few months, you're not alone. In this practical and hopeful episode, Hall of Fame Speaker and esteemed author ...

Leadership and Gratitude - Interview with Kerry Wekelo

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Gratitude, real gratitude, not the saccharine "too blessed to be stressed" meme mantra, has the power to revolutionize your leadership and your influe...

How to Draw Out Your Team's Best Thinking

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your team may have vital information, solutions, or ideas that would make a tremendous difference – if you only knew what they were thinking. In thi...

Your Leadership Promise - Interview with Jason Hewlett

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What is it you give to your team and customers that’s uniquely you? In this episode, master showman Jason Hewlett shares what it means to keep the p...

Leading when "What We're They Thinking?"

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It can be frustrating when your team’s behavior doesn’t make any sense. But those moments where you wonder “What were they thinking?” are also...

Courageous Cultures - an interview with Karin Hurt

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Karin Hurt joins us in-studio for the first time ever to talk about Courageous Cultures: How to Build Teams of Micro-Innovators, Problem Solvers, and ...

What to Do when You Can't Use a Team Member's Idea

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When you get an idea you can’t use, it’s an opportunity to help people think more deeply and to get even better thoughts. In this episode, you’l...

Leading with Your Full Self - Interview with Ellen Robinson

17 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, you’ll meet Ellen Robinson, former General Manager for Denver Pepsi Cola and President of Ascent Sports (owners of the Denver Nugge...

Seeing People Through – Interview with Nate Regier

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How can understanding yourself help you be more influential with your team? In this episode, Dr. Nate Regier will help you understand, connect with, a...

Helping Everyone Contribute Game-Changing Ideas

26 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

It can be tempting to write people off and assume they don’t have creativity or innovative solutions to offer. Many times, however, there’s someth...

Make Space and Listen

12 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

So many people are hurting, frustrated, traumatized, scared, or, at the very least, uncertain. That includes your team – and they’re looking at yo...

Don't Waste Your Team's Courage

05 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If it takes courage to show up for work every day, your people won’t have the energy, creativity, or courage they need to solve bigger problems or b...

Ask for What You Need and Other Leadership Essentials - Interview with Jane Miller

29 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Jane Miller has an incredible track-record of business leadership success including roles as CEO for a variety of food businesses making nutritious (a...

When Being Right Frustrates Your Leadership

22 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You’re smart, informed, and know your work backward and forward. But sometimes, being “right” stops you from being effective. In this episode, y...

Why Your Open Door Policy Doesn't Work (and What to Do Instead)

15 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The intent behind your open-door policy is good: a door that is figuratively always open to encourage transparency, open lines of communication, a sta...

Supporting and Building on Your Team's Discoveries

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Disruptions like the recent crisis also create opportunities. Your team gets scrappy. They figure out different ways to serve your customer or solve p...

Leading Beyond Ego - Interview with David Meltzer

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this wide-ranging interview, David and David discuss how to rapidly make effective leadership decisions, how to keep your ego from derailing your i...

10 Ways to Manage Your Energy and Avoid Leadership Burnout

24 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling tired, burned out, or listless? You might just need a good night’s sleep – or you may need to make some changes to how you manage your ene...

How to Build Your Team's Confidence

17 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You’re in a unique position to develop your team’s confidence (or erode it). In this episode, we discuss one of the most important ways leaders he...

Leading Teams When Everyone Works from Home

10 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For many leaders, the challenge of keeping your team focused, productive, and connected when everyone works from home can feel overwhelming. In this e...

Leading the New Normal - Interview with John Register

03 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

John Register was a decorated athlete when one misstep changed his life forever. How do you find that positive new normal and lead well when your worl...

Lead Remote Meetings That Get Results and Build Relationships

27 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Even after social distancing ends, remote meetings are here to stay. In this episode you’ll get several ways to ensure that your remote meetings are...

Leading Through Crisis and Rapid Change

20 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Coronavirus has turned the world upside down. When you’re called on to lead your team through crisis and rapid change, focus on clear, concise, calm...

An Easy Way to Check on Your Culture

13 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Culture can be tricky to measure. How can you assess how well people look out for one another and commit to one another’s success? It turns out that...

What To Do when Your Peer's Team is Struggling

06 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You start to hear concerns from your team. Or your colleague’s team, who you rely on for your own performance, isn’t getting it done. Or maybe you...

Bridging Differences for Better Mentoring – Interview with Lisa Fain

28 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Be ready to take notes as you listen to this powerful interview with Lisa Fain, co-author of Bridging Differences for Better Mentoring. You’ll get...