The Leader’s Lens Show: Developing Leaders to Build Teams, Design Cultures, Expand Perspectives
Episodes
This single problem is impacting your communication! [LQOW]
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Leadership Quote of the Week, Raymond reflects on a challenging insight from George Bernard Shaw:“The single biggest problem in c...
4 Questions to Align Your Team with Organizational Goals [Shift Your Lens]
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Raymond White explores how middle managers can align their teams with organizational goals through strategic questioning and effectiv...
Why Encouragement Is a Leadership Skill
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Leadership Quote of the Week, Ray reflects on a powerful insight from Maya Angelou:“A leader sees greatness in other people. He n...
Why Leaders Must Reframe Feedback to Connect with Next-Gen Talent
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Shift Your Lens: How to Lead and Engage the Next Generation at Work!In this episode, Raymond White explores practical ways middle managers and leaders...
Navigating the complexities of Political Leadership | Sarah Arbuckle
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Through the Lens of Sarah Arbuckle, we learn about her experience of leadership within government, emphasizing the importance of community engagement,...
Trust Is Built in the Follow-Through
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Leadership Quote of the Week, Ray reflects on a powerful insight from Stephen Covey:“Trust is the highest form of human motivatio...
The Standard You Set Is the Culture You Get
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Leadership Quote of the Week, Ray reflects on a powerful insight from John C. Maxwell:“A leader is one who knows the way, goes th...
Collaboration of Powerful People [Office Hours with Kyle Dickinson]
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Ray White introduces a fresh podcast segment called Office Hours, where he interviews community leaders by exploring meaningful...
Culture isn't built in a day. It's built in what you say
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people think culture is built through big company-wide initiatives or mission statements. But what if I told you it’s actually built in the sma...
The Truth About Positivity Every Leader Ignores
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Raymond White discusses the importance of balancing positivity and negativity in team culture. He emphasizes the need for psycho...
How to not get lost in tasks as a middle manager
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Shift Your Lens, Raymond White discusses effective leadership strategies for staying organized and prioritized. He emphasizes the i...
How middle managers can turn tough talks into triumphs!
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get the Guide and Free 5 Day Email course: How To Navigate Difficult Conversations with Confidence! In this episode of "Shift Your Lens," ho...
Lessons from Corporate and Community Leadership
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ray White shares a talk he gave to organizational leaders of a local non-profit. He highlights his personal leadership journey, blend...
Leaders: Stop Fixing Everything. Start Coaching.
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever felt like you’re saying all the right things, offering all the right advice, and yet… nothing changes with your team? In this episod...
Enhancing team culture through team values
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Raymond White discusses insights from Jenni Catron on the Lead Culture podcast, focusing on the significance of organizational cultur...
What Should You Do When Teammates Struggle?
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the "Shift Your Lens" series, Raymond White discusses effective leadership strategies for staying organized and prioritiz...
How to be the Bridge, not the Bottleneck
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode, Raymond White discusses the critical role of middle managers in leadership, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and...
Master Team Effectiveness Through Systems
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Raymond White emphasizes the critical role of systems in leadership and team success. He discusses how leaders must define success, s...
3 essential skills for you to be an effective middle manager
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ray White discusses the essential skills and traits for effective leadership, particularly for middle managers. He emphasizes the imp...
Do you need a title to lead?
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Raymond White explores the concept of leadership beyond traditional titles, emphasizing that true leadership is about influence, prac...
The Leadership Habit That Costs Nothing But Changes Everything
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Raymond White explores the essence of leadership, emphasizing that it transcends titles and grand strategies. He highlights the impor...
The One Question You Can Ask to help you Build Trust
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Raymond White discusses the importance of building trust quickly within teams and how leaders can foster a supportive environment. He...
Why Great Ideas Fail Without Execution
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
OverviewHave you ever walked out of a meeting feeling energized by all the great ideas—only to see nothing happen? Too many leadership meetings spar...
Finding the Balance Between Resilience And Rest. [Perspective Shift]
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this [Perspective Shift] Episode episode, Ray discusses the concept of resilience, particularly in the context of the challenges faced during the p...
How we can "Thrive at Work" | Ep 19
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore the concept of "Thriving at Work." In this presentation, Ray shares insights on creating an inclusive environment where ea...
10 Maxims for Creating a Collaborative and Diverse Workspace | Ep. 18
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Mid-Level Leadership Club, host Ray White presents ten powerful maxims for becoming an inclusive leader within your organization. ...
Can we reframe our leadership development programs? | Ep. 17
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Mid-Level Leadership Club, we delve into the world of leadership development and the innovative approach to nurturing emerging lead...
Use this perspective to be an impactful leader! | Ep. 16
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Mid-Level Leadership Club, we delved into controlling your space as a mid-level leader. Key Takeaways: - Self-awareness is key: Und...
How to Stay Ahead of the Game | Ep. 15
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Mid-Level Leadership Podcast, Ray White discusses the essential strategies for middle managers to stay ahead in their leadershi...
3 ways Leaders can Emulate a Culture of Belonging | Ep. 14
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, I discuss three ways leaders can emulate a culture of belonging in their organization. Keywords: #DEI, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, ...
Is Your DEI Strategy Failing? Check for These Common Mistakes | Ep. 13
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this video, we will discuss the top 3 mistakes to avoid when creating a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy for your organization. As...
4 ways leaders can design a belonging organizational culture | Ep. 12
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the importance of accountability in creating an organizational culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. A leader'...
Avoid this Power Trip Pitfall as a Leader! | Ep. 11
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens if your social power negatively influences the people you are leading? How would you know?! Would anyone tell you?! In this episode, we ...
The Impact of Consider Every Voice in Organizational Decisions | EP. 10
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you find groups of people left out of your most important organizational decisions? In this episode, we delved into the importance of considering ...
Here’s how you can build your cultural competency! | EP. 9
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the four stages of competency, particularly focusing on cultural awareness and understanding. Let's explore how you ...
Discover How to Quickly and Easily Evaluate Your Company Culture! | EP. 7
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Mid-Level Leadership Club, we discuss how to assess diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in organizations. Our DEI effo...
The Power of Community and Collaboration | Ep.8
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm sharing some snippets as a guest on the Conversations with Buddy podcast! This is a brief overview of who I am, what work I am focusing on, a...
How to measure belonging in the workplace | EP. 6
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss how to measure belonging in the workplace and create a culture of inclusion. I emphasize the importance of intentional effo...
Aligning DEI with your Organizational Mission and Vision | EP. 5
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, leaders will learn how to create a workplace culture where every identity belongs and thrives by aligning their efforts with their or...
The 4 V's of an Empathetic Leader | EP. 4
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Mid-Level Leadership Club, we'll be discussing the importance of leading with empathy in the workplace. Ray will share strategi...
Avoid these 6 Leadership Mindsets that hinder your team's growth! | EP. 3
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
People are like plants. They need to be cared for so they can grow. Be sure you are intentional with your team’s development. The right combinatio...
3 reasons why middle managers fail to engage their employees | EP. 2
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ray White discusses the three ways mid-level leaders fail to engage their employees in the workplace. Ray emphasizes the importance o...