Partnering Leadership (Mahan Tavakoli)
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| 08 Feb 2022 | 131 Building Community and a Thriving Entrepreneurial Ecosystem with Tien Wong | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:35:07 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Tien Wong. Tien is the Chairman and CEO of Opus8 - private investment and strategic advisory firm. He is also Chairman of Lore Systems, an IT services company, Chairman of tech 2000, Inc., an Edtech company. Tien Wong is also the founder and host of the Big idea CONNECTprenuer Forum, a community of over 7,000 founders, CEOs, angels, and VCs. Tien Wong is a successful entrepreneur who has founded many firms, served on the boards of numerous organizations and established a community that supports and encourages other entrepreneurs to succeed. Some highlights: - Tien Wong, on his early entrepreneurial experience and lessons learned from a failed start-up - The driving force behind Tien Wong’s involvement in many different initiatives and organizations - Tien Wong on the origin story of CONNECTpreneur - Tien Wong on elevating entrepreneurial activity in the Greater Washington DC DMV region. - The most critical factors for entrepreneurial success Mentioned: Justin Kan Wayne Gretzky Connect with Tien Wong: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 10 Feb 2022 | 132 Practical Decision Making with the Creator of The Terms FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and FOBO (Fear of a Better Option) Patrick McGinnis | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:41:52 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Patrick McGinnis. Patrick coined the term FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and FOBO (Fear of a Better Option) while attending Harvard Business School. Patrick McGinnis is the author of two international bestsellers, including Fear of Missing Out: Practical Decision-Making in a World of Overwhelming Choice, and the host of the hit podcast FOMO Sapiens. In this conversation, Patrick McGinnis discusses why our need to be included can be overwhelming and what we can do to overcome it. He also talks about FOBO (Fear of a Better Option) and its adverse impacts on our mental health and the quality and speed of our decision-making. Some Highlights: - Patrick McGinnis on what led him to write about “FOMO” and “FOBO” while attending Harvard Business School - How FOMO or the fear of missing out can be beneficial and destructive at the same time - Patrick McGinnis on controlling the negative consequences of the Fear of Missing Out - The common triggers of FOMO and how to manage the triggers - Patrick McGinnis on overcoming FOMO at work - Understanding the impact of the Fear of a Better Option (FOBO) on decision-making - Patrick McGinnis on controlling the desire for optimization that leads to FOBO Also mentioned in this episode: - Carl Jung, psychiatrist, The wounded healer Archetype - Rosa Parks, Civil Rights Leader - Mahatma Gandhi, Leader of Indian Independence Movement Books Mentioned: - Fear of Missing Out: Practical Decision-Making in a World of Overwhelming Choice by Patrick McGinnis - System Failure by Joe Zieja - Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind what Makes People Take a Chance on You by Carlye Adler and Suneel Gupta - Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age by Bruce Feiler - The Happiness Advantage: The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Success and Performance at Work by Shawn Achor - Flourish by Martin Seligman - Lost in the Valley of Death: A Story of Obsession and Danger in the Himalayas by Harley Rustad - The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self by Martha Beck - Entrepreneurial You: Monetize Your Expertise, Create Multiple Income Streams, and Thrive by Dorie Clark - Ask for More: 10 Questions to Negotiate Anything by Alexandra Carter - Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life by Luke Burgis - The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz - Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari Connect with Patrick McGinnis: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 15 Feb 2022 | 133 The Six New Rules of Business: Creating Real Value in a Changing World with The Aspen Institute’s Judy Samuelson | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:41:19 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Judy Samuelson. Judy Samuelson is the Aspen Institute Business and Society Program's founder and executive director. Judy Samuelson is also the author of The Six New Rules of Business: Creating Real Value in a Changing World. In this conversation, Judy shares how societal shifts have changed traditional approaches to how businesses operate, a greater need for purpose, and the role of business in society. Judy also shares what leaders of organizations can do to create greater value and ensure success in the changing environment. Finally, Judy Samuelson also shares why we need to redesign the attitudes and mindsets that define leadership and business success. Some Highlights: - How and why the Aspen Institute gathers, supports, develops, and challenges leaders across various sectors - Judy Samuelson on embracing the "new rules" that are already in play in business - How human intervention plays a vital role in overcoming shareholder primacy to ignite change in the system - Judy Samuelson on designing a new company culture more suitable to the societal changes taking place - Why shareholder primacy only works for a few, and how to change it - Judy Samuelson on examples of purpose-driven companies - The government's role in regulating business - The need for more collaboration between companies - Judy Samuelson on why employees are crucial in keeping organizations accountable - Trust as the number one intangible asset that drives business value - Judy Samuelson's perspective on the future of business Also mentioned in this episode: - Anand Giridharadas, journalist and author of Winners Take All - P. Roy Vagelos, president and chief executive officer and chairman of Merck - Peter Drucker, educator, business and leadership author Books Mentioned: The Six New Rules of Business: Creating Real Value in a Changing World by Judy Samuelson Winners Take All: The Elite Charade of Changing the World by Anand Giridharadas Connect with Judy Samuelson: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 17 Feb 2022 | 134 Simple Truths of Leadership, How to Be a Servant Leader and Build Trust with Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:43:28 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley. Ken is the founder of the Ken Blanchard Companies and has co-authored more than 65 books on leadership, including all-time classics such as The One Minute Manager and Who Moved My Cheese, each with over 20 million copies sold. In this conversation, Ken Blanchard is joined by Randy Conley, Vice President of global professional services for the Ken Blanchard Companies. The discussion focuses on the leadership lessons from Ken Blancard and Randy Conley's latest book: Simple Truths of Leadership: 52 Ways to Be a Servant Leader and Build Trust, which he co-wrote with Randy Conley. Ken and Randy share how to apply the leadership principles to build trust and become the kind of leader others would want to follow.
- Ken Blanchard on the impact of his upbringing on his leadership thinking and approach - Randy Conley on models for servant leadership - The importance of humility in leadership - Randy Conley on the complexity of leadership and the need to focus on fundamental principles - Ken Blanchard on how to build on your team's desire to contribute - Randy Conley on authenticity and its importance to servant leadership - Ken Blanchard on why "love" powers leadership - Randy Conley on extending trust - How leaders can encourage feedback from their teams - The ABCD model of trust - Ken Blanchard's breakdown of the servant leadership mindset - Putting situational leadership into practice - Ken Blanchard on having the reflective self versus the task-oriented self - Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley on the future of work Also mentioned in this episode: - Jim Collins, Level 5 Leadership - Garry O. Ridge, Chairman of the Board and chief executive officer of the WD-40 Company - Dale Carnegie, author - Rick Tate, author Books Mentioned: - The One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson - Everyone's a Coach by Ken Blanchard and Don Shula Connect with Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley: Ken Blanchard Official Website The Ken Blanchard Companies on LinkedIn Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 22 Feb 2022 | 135 Good Spirit Leadership at WGL, as Board Chair of Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce and as an Entrepreneur with Luanne Gutermuth | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:35:00 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Luanne Gutermuth. Luanne formerly serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer at Washington Gas. In addition to co-founding Good Spirit Farm Winery with her husband, Luanne Gutermuth serves as Chair of the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, Luanne serves on the Washington Performing Arts and Northern Virginia Family Services board of directors. Some highlights: - Luanne Gutermuth on her struggles maintaining work-life balance - Rising through the ranks at Washington Gas and the challenge of leading shared services - The importance of transparency in leadership - Luanne on the difference between transparency of facts versus transparency of feelings - Luanne Gutermuth on her priorities as Chair of the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce - Why Luanne and her husband started a winery Connect with Luanne Gutermuth: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 24 Feb 2022 | 136 Creating A Culture of Belonging by Leading Below the Surface with LaTonya Wilkins | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:34:45 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with LaTonya Wilkins. LaTonya Wilkins is the founder of The Change Coaches. She works with C-suite/executive leaders and their teams where human connection and cultural change happen: below the surface. LaTonya Wilkins is also the author of Leading Below The Surface: How To Build Real and Psychologically Safe Relationships With People Who Are Different From You. In this conversation, LaTonya shares how leaders can become more inclusive by creating cultures of belonging in the workplace. LaTonya Wilkins also shares concrete examples of how leaders can go below the surface to achieve a psychologically safe environment. Some Highlights: - LaTonya Wilkins on what leading below the surface is all about - Why people have a hard time getting below the surface, and why leaders need to become below the surface leaders - LaTonya Wilkins on questioning the way the world operates and challenging the dominant leadership standard - How creating a culture of belonging helps in promoting psychological safety - Understanding the difference between Person to Person Listening and Person to Belonging Listening - LaTonya Wilkins on how to effectively approach diversity and inclusion in the organization Also mentioned in this episode: Amy Edmondson - The Importance of Psychological Safety; author and current Novartis Professor of Leadership at Harvard Business School Books Mentioned: - You Have More Influence Than You Think: How We Underestimate Our Power of Persuasion, and Why It Matters by Vanessa Bohns (Listen to Vanessa Bohn’s episode on Partnering Leadership) - Radical Dharma: Talking Race, Love, and Liberation by Jasmine Syedullah, Lama Rod Owens, and Angel Kyodo Williams Connect with LaTonya Wilkins: Website: https://latonyawilkins.com/leading-below-the-surface/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/latonyawilkins/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latonyacoaching/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LaTonyaWilkins Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 01 Mar 2022 | 137 Why Feedback is Essential for High Performance and How You Can Do it Well | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:10:55 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli shares his thoughts and research on the importance of providing regular feedback in the work environment. Mahan shares why many leaders avoid giving feedback and how to incorporate it into frequent interactions. Finally, Mahan shares tips on how to provide better and more productive feedback. Some highlights: - The thin line between feedback and coaching - How to provide feedback rather than avoid it - The challenges with feedback in the virtual environment - Importance of relationship in feedback - How and why you should solicit feedback - Feedback in one-on-one meetings
Mentioned: - Dr. John Gottman, professor emeritus of psychology at the University of Washington
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| 03 Mar 2022 | 138 Challenging stereotypes through laughter and picking on bullies with Comedian & Actor Maz Jobrani | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:46:33 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Actor-Comedian Maz Jobrani. In addition to his comedy specials, Maz Jobrani has appeared on many of television's most popular shows, including Grey's Anatomy, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Better Off Ted, and Shameless. He is also a regular on Stephen Colbert's late show, and he starred as the title character in the award-winning indie comedy, Jimmy Vestvood, which he co-wrote and co-produced. Maz Jobrani spoke about his early days in Iran and upbringing in the US. How he fell in love with being on stage and why he decided to pursue acting and standup comedy full time. Maz Jobrani also shared his thoughts on the role of politics in comedy, why he has become a more vocal advocate for social justice, and how he wants to change perceptions many hold toward people of middle eastern descent. Some highlights: - How Maz Jobrani's upbringing impacted his acting and comedy - Maz Jobrani talks about his desire to work toward normalizing the image of Muslims, Middle Easterners, and "brown people" in Western media - Why Maz Jobrani takes on bullies and advocates for the underdog - Maz Jobrani on making a mark by bringing people together through humor and connecting them with their common humanity - Maz Jobrani shares the challenges of defying prejudices in the aftermath of September 11th - Maz Jobrani on how we can all play a role and make a difference Also mentioned: - David Rubenstein, co-founder & co-chairman of Carlyle Group & President of the Economic Club of Washington DC ( Listen to David's episode on Partnering Leadership Podcast ) - Tehran Von Ghasri - Rabia Chaudry - Frank Figliuzzi Connect with Maz Jobrani: Back to School Podcast with Maz Jobrani Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 08 Mar 2022 | 139 How to Adapt to the Speed of Change Through Hyper-Learning and Humility with University of Virginia Darden School of Business Professor Ed Hess | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:37:15 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Edward D. Hess. Ed Hess is a Professor Emeritus of Business Administration at the Darden Graduate School of Business, University of Virginia. Ed Hess is the author of 13 books, including Learn or Die, Humility is The New Smart, and his latest Hyper learning: How to adapt to the Speed of Change. In the conversation, Professor Ed Hess shares why we need to accelerate our pace of learning in the digital age, some of the barriers and challenges we face in learning new ideas and concepts, and how leaders can implement hyperlearning in their organizations. Ed Hess also shares frameworks, practices, and mindsets individuals need to adapt to build trusting relationships and effectively collaborate. Some highlights: - Ed Hess on experiences which helped him understand the need for genuine humility in leadership - The necessity for hyper-learning in a fast-changing world - Ed Hess on how our unique human emotions can help advance our thinking and our capability to adapt to change - How ego and fear prevent us from learning - Ed Hess on the necessity for modeling as a part of learning - The difference between old smart and new smart - How to create caring and trusting relationships - Ed Hess on the necessity to collaborate and tap into collective intelligence Books Mentioned: - Hyper-Learning: How to Adapt to the Speed of Change by Edward D. Hess - Learn or Die: Using Science to Build a Leading-Edge Learning Organization (Columbia Business School Publishing) by Edward D. Hess - Humility Is the New Smart: Rethinking Human Excellence in the Smart Machine Age by Edward D. Hess Also Mentioned: - Robert Kennedy, 64th United States Attorney General - Herb Kelleher, Co-Founder, and CEO of Southwest Airlines - Ray Dalio, Founder of Bridgewater Associates - Barbara Fredrickson, professor in the department of psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Connect with Ed Hess: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 10 Mar 2022 | 140 How to Lead for Productive Collaboration and Overcome Collaboration Overload with Rob Cross | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:51:16 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Rob Cross. Rob is the co-founder and chief research scientist at the Connected Commons business consortium. He is also the Edward A. Madden Professor of global leadership at Babson College. Rob Cross has been researching the underlying networks of influential organizations and the collaborative processes of top achievers for more than 20 years. Rob Cross shares research and examples on how the most effective organizations and executives approach collaboration. Rob also shares strategies and techniques for overcoming collaboration overload. Some highlights: - Rob Cross on how networks and collaboration have changed over time. - How to deal with collaboration overload in the workplace. - Why a servant leadership approach can lead to greater collaboration overload - Rob Cross on how leaders can avoid contributing to the overwhelm caused by unnecessary collaboration in their organizations - How to effectively engage with new networks Also mentioned: James Heskett, UPS Foundation Professor of Business Logistics, Emeritus at the Harvard Business School Connect with Rob Cross: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 15 Mar 2022 | 141 Leading with Purpose and Designing the Future of Collaboration and Work with Gensler Co-CEO Diane Hoskins | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:49:23 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Diane Hoskins. Diane Hoskins serves as co-CEO and chair of the board of directors for Gensler. As an MIT-trained architect and an MBA from The Anderson School at UCLA, Diane's career has touched architecture, design, real estate, and business. She has broad responsibility for running the company, which spans over 6,000+ employees across the globe. Diane Hoskins shared how her upbringing impacted her professional and leadership choices as well as leadership lessons from her career at Gensler and the challenges of leading Gensler through the pandemic. Diane Hoskins also addressed how Gensler focuses on purpose by aligning actions, big and small. Finally, Diane shared insights on rethinking collaborative spaces and the future of work. Some Highlights: - Diane Hoskins on choosing MIT and becoming an architect - Why Diane Hoskins decided to go to business school - How business and architecture connect - Diane Hoskins on leading people to collaborate on a purpose-driven mission - The impact of the design of workspaces on work performance - The influences of technology on workplace experience - Diane Hoskins on purpose-driven leadership - Future of work: connecting and bringing people back together through renegotiating and reimagining the work environment Also Mentioned: Connect with Diane Hoskins: Gensler: https://www.gensler.com/people/co-ceos Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 17 Mar 2022 | 142 How to Disrupt Yourself as a Leader and Build a High Growth Team by Mastering the S Curve of Growth with Whitney Johnson | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:46:29 | |
In today's episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan speaks with Whitney Johnson. Whitney is the CEO of Disruption Advisors, a tech-enabled talent development company. She also co-founded Disruptive Innovation Fund with Clayton Christensen, is the host of the Disrupt Yourself podcast, and is the author of the book Smart Growth: How To Grow Your People To Grow Your Company. Whitney Johnson talked about the S-curve of personal, leadership, and organizational growth. Whitney also discussed creating a corporate culture that encourages continuous learning and development and leaders pursuing new S-curves of growth. Highlights: - Why disruption is about more than products and services - The three phases of the S-curve of growth - Whitney Johnson on the neuroscience behind the S-curve - How leaders can encourage growth in their organizations - How to use S-curve as a recruiting and retention tool - Whitney Johnson on the CEO mindset needed for growth - How to deal with underperforming team members - The importance of shadow values and how to use them in guiding your growth Mentioned: - Clayton Christensen, Harvard Business School professor, author, and co-founded Disruptive Innovation Fund - Everette Rogers, originated the diffusion of innovations theory - Juan Carlos Mendez-Garcia, co-author of Throw Your Life A Curve - Patrick Pichette, former CFO of Google - Sumeet Shetty, Development Manager at SAP - Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton Christensen - Disrupt Yourself by Whitney Johnson - Dare, Deam, Do: Remarkable Things Happen When You Dare To Dream by Whitney Johnson - Build an A-Team by Whitney Johnson - The Burnout Epidemic by Jennifer Moss - How Will You Measure Your Life by Clayton Christensen Connect with Whitney Johnson: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 22 Mar 2022 | 143 Building on the Legacy of Pioneers to Become a Pioneer with Ernie Jarvis, CEO of Jarvis Commercial Real Estate | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:44:57 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Ernie Jarvis. Ernie is a fifth-generation Washingtonian and has established himself as a significant presence in the Greater Washington DC DMV region through his active involvement in the community and commitment to giving back. Ernie Jarvis has been a trailblazer on many fronts, including commercial real estate. In the conversation, Mahan and Ernie talk about how Ernie's heritage and upbringing have impacted his sense of responsibility to give back, involvement in various regional organizations, and perspectives on the future of the return to the office. Some highlights: - Ernie Jarvis on following in the footsteps of his grandfather, Dr. Charles Drew, and his mother, Dr. Charlene Drew Jarvis - How Ernie Jarvis approaches networking and building relationships - Ernie talks about the idea behind starting Metropolitan Access - How Ernie Jarvis advocates for greater diversity in the commercial real estate industry - The importance of relationships in business - The impact of the pandemic on commercial real estate - Ernie Jarvis on the legacy he hopes to leave behind Also mentioned: Mahan’s Partnering Leadership Podcast conversation with Charlene Drew Jarvis Connect with Ernie Jarvis: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: MahanTavakoli.com More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 24 Mar 2022 | 144 How to Align Around Deep Purpose and Achieve High Performance with Harvard Business School’s Ranjay Gulati | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:33:33 | |
In this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Professor Ranjay Gulati. Ranjay Gulati's work bridges strategy, organizational design, and leadership. In this conversation, Professor Gulati, who until recently chaired Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Program, spoke about principles shared in his most recent book, Deep Purpose: The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies. Ranjay Gulati addressed how organizations can go beyond convenient purpose and meaningless purpose statements to uncover and align with deep purpose. Ranjay Gulati also shared examples of purpose-driven organizations, what gets in the way of achieving purpose, and how leaders can overcome barriers to attaining deep purpose in their organizations. Some highlights: - Ranjay Gulati on what drove him to study organizational purpose - The difference between convenient purpose and deep purpose - The role of practical idealism in attaining deep purpose - Ranjay Gulati on the difficult decisions and choices leaders need to make when it comes to purpose - How organizations can avoid purpose decay Connect with Ranjay Gulati: Deep Purpose: The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 29 Mar 2022 | 145 Strategic Leadership and Creative Branding with David Gorodetski CEO of Sage Communications | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:39:57 | |
In this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with David Gorodetski. David is the co-founder and CEO of Sage Communications. David Gorodetski shares pivotal moments that led to his co-founding of Sage Communications. David also talks about the leadership challenges caused by the pandemic and how the crisis has helped him become a better leader. Finally, David Gorodetski shares why community involvement is essential for him and its role in Sage as the organization continues to bring value to its clients. Some highlights: - David Gorodetski's upbringing in Israel and his grandfather's influence - How David ended up in New York City and why he stayed - The founding story of Sage Communications - Sage's commitment to cause-related marketing - David Gorodetski on leading in the early days of the pandemic - Working with a collective vision to elevate Sage - David on "own your no" Also mentioned: Connect with David Gorodetski: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 31 Mar 2022 | 146 How to Build a Real Workplace Culture of Inclusion that Delivers Results with Cynthia Owyoung |Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:43:23 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Cynthia Owyoung, the vice-president of inclusion, equity, and belonging at Robinhood. Cynthia is also the Founder of Breaking Glass Forums, which aims to elevate diverse talent and inclusive organizations. In addition, she has established and led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives for over 15 years as an executive at organizations in multiple industries. In this conversation, Mahan and Cynthia Owyoung speak about Cynthia's new book, All Are Welcome: How to Build a Real Workplace Culture of Inclusion That Delivers Results. Cynthia Owyoung shares frameworks for making inclusion and belonging a reality in organizations. Cynthia also shares what leaders can do to go beyond just talking about diversity and inclusion and create environments that genuinely value inclusion and develop a sense of belonging for all team members. Some Highlights:
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| 05 Apr 2022 | 147 Three Steps to Help You Stop the Uncontrolled Proliferation of Meetings and Make Sure Your Meetings are Productive | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:09:44 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli shares why professionals are spending more time in meetings than ever before and what leaders of organizations and teams can do to combat overscheduling of meetings and meeting overwhelm. Mahan goes through a three-step process that can get you started to a more manageable number of meetings and more productive collaboration. Some highlights: - What has contributed to the significant increase in the number of meetings scheduled with the transition to remote and hybrid work - Why transitioning to meeting free days might not be good enough - How declaring meeting bankruptcy can help in the transition to more productive meetings - Why clarity behind the intention of a scheduled meeting matters - Synchronous vs. asynchronous communication and which works best for meetings and knowledge management
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| 07 Apr 2022 | 148 How to Lead Organizational Transformation through Intent Based Leadership and the Power of Leadership Language with Former Nuclear Submarine Commander David Marquet | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:32:02 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with David Marquet. David served as the commander of the US Navy nuclear submarine, USS Santa Fe. When he took over, he changed the command-and-control leadership style and empowered his crew to turn the lowest-performing sub into the best performer in the fleet. David Marquet shared leadership lessons from this experience, which he also wrote in his bestselling book Turn the Ship Around! A True Story of Turning Followers Into Leaders. David Marquet also shared leadership insights from his latest book, Leadership Is Language: The Hidden Power of What You Say and What You Don't. In it, David Marquet highlights how choosing your words can dramatically improve organizational decision-making and execution. Some Highlights: - David Marquet on becoming the commander of the lowest-performing submarine in the US Navy - Why it's not the lack of leadership but the wrong kind of leadership that results in poor team performance - David Marquet on moving beyond the traditional approach to leadership - How David Marquet shifted his own and his crew's mindset to transition from permission-based decision making to intent-based decision making - Why leadership in most organizations still operates using outdated mindsets and approaches - David Marquet on what all leaders can learn from the communications breakdowns on the El Farro - The importance of language in leading organizations to better decision making and execution in the business Books Mentioned: - Turn the Ship Around! A True Story of Turning Followers Into Leaders - L. David Marquet - Leadership Is Language: The Hidden Power of What You Say and What You Don't - L. David Marquet Connect with L. David Marquet: LinkedIn: Intent-based Leadership International Websites: https://intentbasedleadership.com/what-is-intent-based-leadership/ YouTube: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 12 Apr 2022 | 149 Purpose-Driven Leadership: Putting People and Place Over Profits with Flock DC CEO Lisa Wise | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:47:03 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Lisa Wise, Chief Rooster, Chief Nester and Owner of Nest DC. Lisa Wise shares the origin story behind founding the company and how they bake purpose into everything they do. Lisa Wise also talks about her commitment to the community and how she was able to keep focused on purpose through the pandemic. Finally, Lisa Wise talks about her commitment to serving employees and other stakeholders. Some highlights: - How challenges growing up shaped Lisa Wise and and her make up as an entrepreneur - The founding of Nest with a purpose of giving back to the community - Lisa Wise's strong belief that doing good business leads to more business - The importance of aligning the organization's actions - Launching Bird Seed with aim of community engagement - Lisa Wise's leadership during the pandemic and the importance of consistent communication with team members - The learnings of stepping in as a chair board at Whitman-Walker Health - Lisa Wise’s advice on leadership
Mentioned: Naseema Shafi, CEO of Whitman Walker Health
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| 14 Apr 2022 | 150 How to turn Your Organizational Culture Into a Competitive Advantage with Harvard Business School Professor James Heskett | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:53:09 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Professor James Heskett. Professor Heskett is UPS Foundation Professor Emeritus at the Harvard Business School. James Heskett has authored/co-authored nine books, including one with fellow Harvard Business School Professor John Kotter on Corporate Culture and Performance. In this conversation, Mahan and James Heskett talk about Professor Heskett's latest book, Win from Within: Build Organizational Culture for Competitive Advantage, and actions leaders can take to overcome barriers and nurture the right culture within their teams and organizations. Some highlights: - Professor Heskett on why so many leaders doubt their ability to influence their organization's culture - How leaders can establish the right culture for working in a hybrid environment - The role of belonging, diversity, and inclusion in great organizational cultures - Professor James Heskett on how leaders can create more trusting relationships - Specific steps leaders can take to impact the culture of their team and organization Connect with Professor James Heskett: Professor James Heskett @ Harvard Business School Professor James Heskett Books @ Amazon Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 19 Apr 2022 | 151 Leading with Grit, Clarity and Empathy with Marriott International President Stephanie Linnartz | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:49:26 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Stephanie Linnartz, President of Marriott International, Inc., the world's largest hospitality company. Stephanie Linnartz shares the role her upbringing played in her seeking a career at Marriott and how she rose through the ranks in the organization. Stephanie also shares the devastating impact of the pandemic alongside losing the organization's beloved CEO, Arne Sorenson, and how the leadership team was able to stay focused on their values through the most challenging days of the pandemic. Stephanie Linnartz also shared Marriott's commitment to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals and examples of what the organization is doing to follow through on the commitments while growing. Some highlights: - Stephanie Linnartz's upbringing and passion for taking care of - Rising at Marriott International - How Stephanie Linnartz and Marriott's senior team handled the worst of the crisis - Losing a beloved CEO in Arne Sorenson and lessons learned - Stephanie Linnartz on why companies are defined by how they deal with a crisis - Organizational purpose and how to live it - Stephanie Linnartz on the future of work and travel - Marriott and Stephanie's commitment to greater equity and diversity - Stephanie on the need for self-renewal and reinvention Mentioned in this episode: - Judy Samuelson, Founder and Executive Director of Aspen Institute Business and Society Program (Listen to Judy’s episode on Partnering Leadership) - Rishad Tobaccowala, Author of Restoring the Soul of Business (Listen to Rishad’s episode on Partnering Leadership) - Ranjay Gulati, Professor at Harvard Business School (Listen to Ranjay’s episode on Partnering Leadership) Connect with Stephanie Linnartz: Marriott International on Facebook Marriott International on Twitter Marriott International on LinkedIn Stephanie Linnartz on LinkedIn
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| 21 Apr 2022 | 152 Leading Change From The Inside Out So People Want to Follow You with Erika Andersen | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:41:22 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Erika Andersen. Erika is the founding partner of Proteus International, which is a coaching consulting and training firm that focuses on leader readiness. She and her colleagues at Proteus focus on helping leaders prepare and stay prepared to face whatever the future might bring. Driven by this mission, Erika shares in the conversation how leaders can approach challenges and uncertainty by applying the change-capable mindset. Erika Andersen is the author of 5 books, including her most recent work, Change from the Inside Out: Making You, Your Team, and Your Organization Change-Capable. In it, she discusses the approaches to learning and business-building to help leaders and organizations prepare and adapt to change. In this conversation, Erika Andersen shares how leaders and organizations can become change capable. Some Highlights: - Erika Andersen on how leaders can guide their organizations with greater clarity - Erika shares the future skills that will be most impactful in leading organizations - Understanding the five-step model of effective change - Erika Andersen on the four change levers - How leaders can better manage the future of work Books Mentioned: - Change from the Inside Out: Making You, Your Team, and Your Organization Change-Capable - Erika Andersen - The Inner Game of Tennis - Tim Gallwey - Cascades: How to Create a Movement that Drives Transformational Change - Greg Satell (Listen to Greg Satell's episode on Partnering Leadership) Connect with Erika Andersen: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 26 Apr 2022 | 153 Leading Economic Development to Provide Greater Opportunities to Underserved Entrepreneurs with Washington Area Community Investment Fund CEO Harold Pettigrew | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:41:19 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Harold Pettigrew, CEO at Washington Area Community Investment Fund (Wacif), Presidential Appointee at the CDFI Fund, and an Aspen Finance Fellow. First, Harold Pettigrew talked about his upbringing in Washington D.C. and the experiences that helped him find his voice. Harold also shared his experience serving in city government in New York and D.C. and how he plans to make a difference through his leadership of the Washington Area Community Investment Fund. Finally, Harold Pettigrew talked about how all leaders can play a more significant role in ensuring greater equity. Some highlights: - Harold Pettigrew on his upbringing in D.C. and how it impacted his passion for activism. - On moving to North Carolina, embracing his identity and taking on a leadership role - The impact of serving in the New York City on Harold's view of government - Coming back to Washington D.C. and the challenge of government service - How to create better ecosystems that work for the people who live in them - The role of representation in our communities - What we can do to leave the space we occupy better than we first found it - Harold Pettigrew on the importance of staying open to new ideas and possibilities Mentioned in this episode: Commissioner Robert W. Walsh, Bloomberg Administration's Commissioner of Small Business Services Connect with Harold Pettigrew:
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| 28 Apr 2022 | 154 Building a Thriving Organization by Helping Clients Implement OKRs, Achieve Better Alignment and Strategy Execution with Workboard CEO Deidre Paknad | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:52:41 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Deidre Paknad, co-founder and CEO of WorkBoard and founder of Results Foundry. Deidre Paknad shared her journey leading to her success as the founder of three start-ups. Deidre also talked about her founding of Workboard and how the organization supports its clients to execute their strategy faster by effective implementation of OKRs. Deidre Paknad also shared her thoughts on the future of work and what organizations can do to thrive through uncertainty. Some highlights: - What led Deidre Paknad to become an entrepreneur - The challenges faced by the first time entrepreneur - Deidre Paknad on the advantages and disadvantages of working at IBM - The origin story of Workboard - Deidre Paknad being told that she has three strikes against her - How Workboard helps companies achieve alignment through OKRs - How the pandemic sped up the pace of change - Deidre Paknad's advice on how to get every member of an organization to focus - Deidre on the leadership capabilities that are required throughout the organization. - How to transform a culture of complacency into a culture of ambition - Deidre Paknad on facing personal and business challenges as a CEO during the pandemic - How presence can help unlock an organization's potential
Mentioned: - Larry Robertson (Listen to the Partnering Leadership conversation with Larry Robertson) - Azeem Azhar (Listen to the Partnering Leadership conversation with Azeem Azhar) - Sarah Stein Greenberg (Listen to the Partnering Leadership conversation with Sarah Stein Greenberg) - John Doerr, chairman of Kleiner Perkins and the author of Measure What Matters - Daniel Kahneman, Nobel Prize-winning economist, and psychologist Connect with Deidre Paknad:
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| 03 May 2022 | 155 Lead with Kindness, the most powerful, least costly and most underrated agent of human change | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:07:52 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli shares his perspectives and research about the need for kindness and how it can impact teams and organizations. Mahan also highlighted effective ways of showing kindness while initiating a ripple effect in our organizations and the community. Mentioned: - Christine Porath, Associate Professor of Management at the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University; Why being respectful to your coworkers is good for business - Jamil Zaki, Professor of Psychology; Author of THE WAR FOR KINDNESS - Bob Kerry, American politician who served as the 35th Governor of Nebraska from 1983 to 1987 and as a United States Senator from Nebraska from 1989 to 2001 Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/
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| 05 May 2022 | 156 How to Activate Your Brand Purpose and Transform Your Organization by Harnessing the Power of Movements with Chip Walker | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:36:13 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Chip Walker, head of Strategy at StrawberryFrog Movement, Brand Business and Cultural Strategist, and co-author of Activate Brand Purpose: How to Harness the Power of Movements to Transform Your Company. Chip Walker talks about brand purpose and its importance in guiding organizations. Chip Walker also shares actionable ideas on what leaders can do to activate brand purpose in their organizations. - Aaron Hurst (Listen to the Partnering Leadership conversation with Aaron Hurst) - Ranjay Gulati (Listen to the Partnering Leadership conversation with Ranjay Gulati) - Greg Satell (Listen to the Partnering Leadership conversation with Greg Satell) - How Companies Can Balance Social Impact and Financial Goals by Marya Besharov, Wendy K. Smith, and Michael L. Tushman
Connect with Chip Walker: Activate brand Purpose Book Website Activate Brand Purpose on Amazon Chip Walker on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/ Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 10 May 2022 | 157 A Life-Long Commitment to the Girl Scouts and Giving Back to the Community with Diane Tipton, CEO Self Storage Zone | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:39:53 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Diane Tipton, Chief Executive Officer and President at Self Storage Zone and Board Member at the Girl Scouts of the USA. Diane shares her humble beginnings in Georgia and how challenges shaped her into who she has become. Diane also talked about her work in accounting and why she decided to start a company. Finally, Diane Tipton shared the reason for her passion for Girl Scouts and the organization's impact on developing the next generation of leaders. - Lyles Carr, Senior Vice President at The McCormick Group (Listen to the Partnering Leadership Podcast episode with Lyles Carr) Connect with Diane Tipton: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 12 May 2022 | 158 How to Become a Referrable brand, Access Anyone and Build Meaningful Connections with Michael Roderick | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:52:41 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Michael Roderick, founder, and C.E.O. of Small Pond Enterprises and host of the Access to Anyone Podcast. Michael Roderick shares practices and frameworks on connecting with others more effectively and becoming a referrable brand. Michael also shared that organizations can use the same lessons to make their brands stand out. Finally, Michael Roderick shares his thoughts on how we can become memorable both as individuals and organizations. Small Pond Enterprises Website Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 17 May 2022 | 159 How to Command Attention at Work (and at Home) by Managing Your Social Presence with Georgetown McDonough School of Business Professor Jeanine Turner | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:39:23 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jeanine Turner, a professor at Georgetown University, where she teaches at the Communication, Culture and Technology Program and the McDonough School of Business. Jeanine Turner is also the author of Being Present: Commanding Attention at Work (and at Home) by Managing Your Social Presence. Jeanine Turner shares her research and interviews on factors that impact our social presence. Jeanine also shares four communication choices and their role in social presence. Some highlights: -The impact of technology on presence and relationships -Jeanine Turner on different types of social presence -Jeanine Turner on multitasking and budgeted presence -The importance of learning to allocate social presence -Jeanine Turner on how to be intentional in managing presence -The challenges of presence in virtual and hybrid interactions -The impact of social presence on organizational culture Connect with Jeanine Turner: Jeanine Turner on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 19 May 2022 | 160 How to Ethically Use the Principles of Influence to Lead Your Team with Brian Ahearn | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:51:29 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Brian Ahearn, keynote speaker, trainer, coach, consultant, and author of Influence People: Powerful Everyday Opportunities to Persuade that are Lasting and Ethical, and The Influencer: Secrets to Success and Happiness. Brian Ahearn goes through the principles of influence, reciprocity, consistency, social proof, authority, liking, and scarcity. He also shares examples of applying the principles at work and in organizational leadership. Some highlights: -Brian Ahearn on the science and ethics behind the influence principles -How leaders can apply the principles in leading teams and organizations -The role the principles can play in deepening team relationships -Brian Ahearn on how leaders can overcome unity challenges in a hybrid work environment -The principles leaders can apply during times of uncertainty and how to motivate action -How to use questions to encourage engagement among team members -What leaders must do to establish a new culture in their organizations Mentioned: - Robert Cialdini, author of Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion, and president of Influence at Work - Trond Undheim (Listen to the Partnering Leadership conversation with Trond Undheim) - Azeem Azhar (Listen to the Partnering Leadership conversation with Azeem Azhar)
Connect with Brian Ahearn: The Influencer: Secrets to Success and Happiness on Amazon Brian Ahearn on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 24 May 2022 | 161 How to Choose Courage and Be Brave at Work with University of Virginia Darden School of Business Professor Jim Detert | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:44:38 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jim Detert, John L. Colley Professor of Business Administration at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and author of Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work. In this conversation, Jim Detert shares how we can become more courageous by developing our courage capabilities. Jim Detert also shares how leaders can nurture a psychologically safe organizational culture, enabling and encouraging more courageous interactions and decisions at work. Some highlights: -Why attributing courage just to historical figures can be counterproductive -The importance of being more courageous and how to develop our courage muscle -Jim Detert on the benefits of courage at work -How leaders can create a psychologically safe environment that encourages team members to speak up and contribute their best at work
-Amy Edmondson, Professor of Leadership at Harvard Business School and author of Fearless Organization and Creating Psychological Safety -Vanessa Bohns (Listen to Partnering Leadership conversation with Vanessa Bohns) -Gary Bolles (Listen to Partnering Leadership conversation with Gary Bolles) -Difficult Conversations by Bruce Patton, Douglas Stone, and Sheila Heen -Radical Candor by Kim Scott -Giving Voice to Values by Mary C. Gentile -The Silent Language Of Leaders by Carol Goldman Connect with Jim Detert: Jim Detert on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 26 May 2022 | 162 How to Lead with a Story and The Ten Stories Great Leaders Tell with Paul Smith | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:50:03 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Paul Smith, business storytelling coach and bestselling author of Lead with A Story, Sell with A Story, and The 10 Stories. In this episode, Paul Smith shares how leaders can use storytelling as a powerful business tool. Paul Smith also shared specific stories leaders need to tell to improve the clarity of their communications and motivate their teams. Some highlights: -Paul Smith on why many leaders are not good at telling stories -Defining a story and what makes a good story -Paul Smith on clarity of communication objectives -Understanding the process of compelling storytelling -What leaders can do to influence their organization through storytelling -Paul Smith on the importance of storytelling skills -How you can turn a good story into a great one Connect with Paul Smith: Paul Smith on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 31 May 2022 | 163 Leading at the Forefront of the Sports, Music & Entertainment Industry with Phil de Picciotto, Founder & President of Octagon | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:38:01 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Phil de Picciotto. Phil is the founder and president of Octagon and has been at the forefront of the sports, music, and entertainment industry for more than 35 years. In this conversation, Phil de Picciotto shared what led to his initial commitment to social justice, eventually pursuing his law degree and helping found Octagon. Phil de Picciotto also talked about how Octagon signed Moses Malone and Steffi Graf and the organization's choices in staying focused on impact by transitioning women's tennis from sponsorship by the Virginia Slims cigarette brand. Finally, Phil de Picciotto shared the reasons for Octagon going global and how the organization continues to stay ahead in a competitive field. Some highlights: -Why attending Amherst ended up being a great choice for Phil de Picciotto -The impact of Phil de Picciotto's South Africa experience -Why Phil de Picciotto decided to start a sports agency -How Phil de Picciotto led the removal of tobacco sponsorship from professional tennis -The importance of an organization's purpose and how to navigate it to the optimal benefit of everyone -Octagon's Blue Ocean Strategy in going global -How Phil de Picciotto has continued to use his influence to make a difference -How organizational leaders can align team members with organizational values and priorities Mentioned: -Ranjay Gulati (Listen to Ranjay Gulati's episode on Partnering Leadership here)
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| 02 Jun 2022 | 164 CEO Excellence: The Six Mindsets That Distinguish the Best Leaders from the Rest with Carolyn Dewar, McKinsey Senior Partner | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:37:35 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Carolyn Dewar. Carolyn is a Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company, McKinsey's Global Practice Leader for CEO & Board Excellence, and co-author of the book CEO Excellence: The Six Mindsets That Distinguish the Best Leaders from the Rest. In the conversation, Carolyn Dewar shared how the authors identified the world's highest-performing CEOs using empirical data and determined the six mindsets that set the best apart. The six mindsets are Corporate Strategy (focus on beating the odds), Organizational Alignment (manage performance and health), Team and Processes (put dynamics ahead of mechanics), Board Engagement (help directors help the business), External Stakeholders (center on the long-term "why?"), and Personal Working Norms (do what only you can do). Carolyn Dewar also went over some of the critical practices of CEO excellence and what organizational leaders need to consider as they plan for the future of work. Some highlights: -The essential role of CEOs in the organization and how the CEO's role has changed over the years -Carolyn Dewar on why purpose and core values matter -How top-performing CEOs approach their roles differently -Carolyn Dewar on what being bold means for a CEO -Why leaders should prioritize high functioning teams over individual performance -Carolyn Dewar on building trust and strong relationships in senior teams -The role of ongoing growth, development, and coaching for CEOs -How the pandemic has shifted our expectations from CEOs
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| 07 Jun 2022 | 165 A Powerful Question to Ask Yourself and Your Team | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:12:52 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks about a critical leadership thinking skill that can be developed by asking ourselves a powerful question. Mahan shares why the complexity of the world requires us to rethink our approach and why asking better questions leads to better answers. Finally, Mahan talks about the power of this question for teams and team decision-making, as well as enabling leaders to demonstrate genuine humility, maturity, and confidence. Some highlights: -Asking better questions leads us to better answers -The cognitive biases (heuristics) that get in the way -Applying the learning to our leadership -Enabling better team decision making Mentioned: - Azeem Azhar, author of The Exponential Age (Listen to Azeem’s episode on Partnering Leadership here) - Ed Hess, author of Hyper-Learning: How to Adapt to the Speed of Change (Listen to Ed Hess episode on Partnering Leadership here) - Eduardo Briceño, co-founder of Mindset Works (Ted Talk on Growth Mindset) - Mark Bidwell, founder of OutsideLens and host of OutsideVoices podcast Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 09 Jun 2022 | 166 Building Corporate Soul to Power Culture and Success with Ralf Specht | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:28:34 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Ralf Specht, author of Building Corporate Soul: Powering Culture & Success with the Soul System. After two decades with McCann Erickson, Ralf Specht became a founding partner of Spark44, an innovative, industry-first joint venture with Jaguar Land Rover. Under his leadership as CEO, Spark44 grew to a 1,200 people business in 18 countries. In the conversation, Ralf Specht shares how organizations can create an environment where people do their best by developing their company soul. Some highlights: -Ralf Specht on corporate soul and its origins -The difference between organizational culture and soul -How leaders can plan for corporate soul -Ralf Specht on It's not up to the CEO to decide whether the organization has a soul -Be clear about how you incentivize people, which behaviors you reward and those you don't, and ensure your incentives and measures align with your stated values -Ralf Specht on Adobe's Little Red Box of Innovation -The importance of modeling to corporate soul -Ralf Specht on the origin of the Soul Index Connect with Ralf Specht: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralf-specht-b21b8529/ https://twitter.com/ralf_specht Building Corporate Soul on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/yc83k7dz Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 14 Jun 2022 | 167 Love, War and Politics with Chuck Robb, Former Virginia Governor & Senator | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:48:05 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Chuck Robb, Virginia's 64th governor from 1982 to 1986 and U.S. senator from 1989–to 2001. Governor Chuck Robb is also the author of In the Arena: A Memoir of Love War and Politics. In the conversation, Governor Chuck Robb shares his story of joining the Marines, being assigned to the White House, serving in Vietnam, and marrying President Lyndon Baines Johnson's daughter, Linda Bird Johnson. Chuck Robb also talked about his leadership journey in public service as Lieutenant Governor, Governor, and a U.S. Senator representing the Commonwealth of Virginia and being appointed as co-chair of The Weapons of Mass Destruction Commission by President Bush. Finally, Senator Robb talks about how the best leaders approach leadership and their impact.
-Chuck Robb's formative years in the Marines and being in the White House as a military social aid -On being a good leader and how to get the respect of people that you are working with -Chuck Robb recalls meeting, getting engaged, and then marrying President Johnson's daughter Linda -Why Chuck Robb asked to serve in combat in Vietnam -Going back to law school and what drove Chuck Robb to start his career in politics -Why Governor Chuck Robb didn't run for President -Senator Chuck Robb, on his vote against the Defense of Marriage Act -The appointment by President Bush to co-chair the Weapons of Mass Destruction Commission
In the Arena: A Memoir of Love, War, and Politics on Amazon Senator Chuck Robb's speech on the Democratic National Convention Day Senator Chuck Robb's (D-VA) speech on the Defense of Marriage Act (September 1996)
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| 16 Jun 2022 | 168 How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others with Stephen M. R. Covey | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 01:09:00 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Stephen M.R. Covey. Stephen M.R. Covey is the New York Times and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of The Speed Of Trust, former CEO of Covey Leadership Center, and author of Trust And Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others. Stephen shares why many leaders are still operating with a command and control mindset and the need to develop the mindset and capabilities of becoming trusting and inspiring leaders. Stephen M.R. Covey shares stories and frameworks on how we can better understand trust in leadership and how trust and inspire leaders can unleash the potential of their teams and organizations.
Some highlights: -Stephen M.R. Covey on the crucial role that parents play in teaching responsibility, commitment, and initiative and how his father, Stephen Covey, applied trust and inspire principles in his parenting -On why traditional leadership models do not work with the changing world and in the new work environment -Stephen M.R. Covey on the stewardships of leadership -How leaders can lead behavior change in their organizations -Stephen M.R. Covey on the role trust plays in leadership and how leaders can become more trusting -The power of inspiring others and its impact on leadership -What it takes to become a trust inspire leader
Mentioned: - Dr. Stephen R. Covey, author of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People - David Marquet (Listen to David Marquet episode on Partnering Leadership) - Frances Frei and Anne Morriss, author of Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader's Guide to Empowering Everyone Around You - Jim Collins, author of Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't
Connect with Stephen M.R. Covey: Stephen M.R. Covey on Facebook Stephen M.R. Covey on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 21 Jun 2022 | 169 A Quantum Life: An Unlikely Journey from the Streets to the Stars with World Renowned Astrophysicist Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:46:12 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi, astrophysicist, STEM educator, multi-patented inventor, keynote speaker, and author of A Quantum Life: My Unlikely Journey from the Street to the Stars. In the conversation, Hakeem Oluseyi shares his journey of overcoming adversities and becoming a leading astrophysicist of this generation. Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi also talked about his ability to explain astrophysics in a way that engages audiences and the value of exposing more children to science. Finally, Dr. Oluseyi shared some mind-stretching perspectives about the nature of our existence. Some highlights: -Hakeem Oluseyi on the importance of reading and how it impacted his life -Facing challenges as a young adult and falling in love with the universe and physics -Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi on a quantum life and the role of willpower -Astrophysics and the importance of learning about the stars -Hakeem Oluseyi on the sun, stars, and the future of life on earth Mentioned: - Art Walker, solar physicist and a pioneer of EUV/XUV optics - Dr. Kervin Evans, research physical scientist with the USDA Agriculture Research Service
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| 23 Jun 2022 | 170 Winning the Right Game: How to Disrupt, Defend, and Deliver in a Changing World with Ron Adner | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:47:17 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Ron Adner, professor, keynote speaker, advisor, and author of Winning the Right Game: How to Disrupt, Defend, and Deliver in a Changing World and The Wide Lens: What Successful Innovators See That Others Miss. Ron Adner talks about his research on why companies fail and what they can do to advance in an era of ecosystem-based disruption. Professor Ron Adner also shares mindsets and frameworks necessary for leaders to develop new strategies. Finally, Ron Adner shares examples of the success of ecosystem thinking, including the HHS's (Department of Health & Human Services) Operation Warp Speed focused on developing and distributing COVID-19 vaccines in the U.S.
Some highlights: -Ron Adner on the true meaning of innovation and how everyone can use innovative thinking -How leaders can take advantage of the opportunities in the ecosystem -Leadership's role in the changing nature of strategy and strategic thinking -Ron Adner on why we need to change our thinking about competition -Professor Ron Adner on what it takes to build an ecosystem -The importance of winning the right game in business -How shifting to an alignment mindset can enable organizations to deliver results -Ron Adner on ecosystem thinking and its impact on the speedy development and rollout of the COVID-19 vaccines
Mentioned: -Steven Sasson, Inventor of the digital camera (Listen to Steven Sasson’s episode on Partnering Leadership here)
Connect with Ron Adner: Winning the Right Game on Amazon Ron Adner on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 28 Jun 2022 | 171 Innovative Thinking & Strategy by Tapping Into the Science of Subtraction with University of Virginia Professor Leidy Klotz| Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:46:24 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Leidy Klotz, a professor at the University of Virginia appointed in the Schools of Engineering, Architecture, and Business and author of the book Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less. Leidy Klotz shares some of the reasons why we typically look to add rather than consider subtraction when looking to solve problems and improve systems. Leidy Klotz also discusses how subtraction can benefit leaders of organizations and managers of teams. Finally, Leidy Klotz shares how we can ensure that we don't overlook the power of subtraction in our organizations and daily lives. Mentioned: -Annie Paul, author of The Extended Mind: The Power of Thinking Outside the Brain
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| 30 Jun 2022 | 172 Innovate Like the Best with Kapil Kane, Former Leader of Apple’s Product Design on MacBook, iMac, iPad and Current Head & Co-Founder of Intel’s Growth Accelerator | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:50:41 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Kapil Kane, Director of Innovation at Intel China and co-founder of GrowthX- an award-winning corporate innovation accelerator. Kapil Kane shares lessons from his experience at the intersection of technology and innovation working for Apple and Intel. Kapil Kane also shared lessons learned and how teams and organizations of all sizes can encourage innovation and intrapreneurship. Mentioned: John Rossman (Listen to John Rossman’s episode on Partnering Leadership) Books Mentioned: The Lean Enterprise by Trevor Owens and OB Fernandez Zero to One by Peter Thiel Connect with Kapil Kane: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 05 Jul 2022 | 173 The Selfie CEO and the Impact of Selfie Culture on Leadership | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:10:25 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks about the impact of selfie culture on leadership. Mahan shares thoughts on selfie leadership, servant leadership, and partnering leaders' fundamental mindset and behaviors. From storytelling to the pictures on social media, how we think about leadership impacts attitudes and behaviors. Some highlights: -What contributes to selfie leadership -Servant leadership's role in countering selfie leadership -The impact of selfie leaders on their team and organization -The need for a more balanced view and practices of leadership -How to be a partner leader rather than a selfie leader Mentioned: - Ken Blanchard (Listen to Ken Blanchard’s episode on Partnering Leadership here) - Joseph Campbell, author of "The Hero's Journey” - David Fagiano (Listen to David Fagiano’s episode on Partnering Leadership here)
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| 07 Jul 2022 | 174 How to Build Inclusion and Collaboration by Designing for Belonging with Susie Wise | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:42:52 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Susie Wise, founder and former director of the K12 Lab Network at the Stanford d.school. Dr. Susie Wise is a co-creator of Liberatory Design and author of Design for Belonging. Susie Wise shares the crucial role leaders play in creating feelings of inclusion within their organizations. She also shared practices for reducing chances of othering and increasing a sense of belonging in teams and organizations. Finally, Dr. Susie Wise shared perspectives on how managers can redesign their meetings for a greater sense of belonging. Some highlights: -Susie Wise on how we can better understand people and work together towards a common goal -What it means to be a full member of the community -Susie Wise on the definition of belonging and how it relates to organizational culture -How leaders can design better gatherings and meetings -How to achieve a greater sense of belonging in the organization Mentioned: - John Powell, African, director of the Othering and Belonging Institute and Professor of Law - Emergent Strategy by Adrian Marie Brown Connect with Susie Wise: Design for Belonging on Amazon
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| 12 Jul 2022 | 175 [BEST OF] Resilient Leadership with a Drive for Excellence and Impact With Ridgwell’s CEO Susan Lacz | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:36:19 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Susan Lacz, principal, and chief executive officer of Ridgewells Catering, shared her leadership journey with Mahan Tavakoli. Susan Lacz spoke about how she has managed the obstacles in her life and has built a successful business that needs to continue changing and adapting through disruption. Susan Lacz also shared why she is so committed to giving back to the community through Ridgwell Catering's support and giving her time and energy to many institutions and organizations, including Marymount University and Junior Achievement of Greater Washington. Some Highlights: -How Susan Lacz's Polish culture influenced her love of entertaining -Susan Lacz on overcoming a significant setback early in life -Rebranding strategies contributing to Ridgewells Catering's continued growth and expansion -Growth opportunities through Young President's Organization. -How Susan Lacz led her team through the most brutal stretch of the pandemic. -Susan Lacz embracing an antifragile mindset in leadership and life -Why mentorship is essential to becoming more impactful leaders Also mentioned in this episode: -Linda Rabbit, founder and Chairman of Rand Construction Corporation (Listen to Linda’s episode on Partnering Leadership here) -Marymount University (Listen to Marymount’s President Dr. Irma Bacerra on Partnering Leadership here) Connect with Susan Lacz : Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 14 Jul 2022 | 176 [BEST OF] A framework to help leaders transform organizations into psychologically safe incubators of innovation with Dr. Timothy Clark | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:51:43 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli talked with Dr. Timothy Clark, the founder and CEO of LeaderFactor and author of Four Stages of Psychological Safety. Dr. Clark has broken down the different stages to ensure psychological safety in teams. Dr. Timothy Clark shares how teams can build on the understanding of each stages in order to boost psychological safety in the workplace. Some highlights: -Dr. Timothy Clark on why leaders cannot be neutral -The skills that leaders need to cultivate -Dr. Timothy Clark on his definition of psychological safety -The barriers to creating psychological safety in the workplace -Improving the learning process by disconnecting fear from failure -Dr. Timothy Clark on how leaders can ensure employee accountability -How to achieve the highest level of psychological safety by challenging and changing the status quo
Also mentioned in this episode: Partnering Leadership podcast conversation with Dr. Michelle McQuaid, best-seller author (Listen to Dr. Michelle McQuaid’s episode here) The Four Stages of Psychological Safety Behavioral Guide Four Stages of Psychological Safety Book
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| 19 Jul 2022 | 177 Turnaround: How to Change Course When Things are Going South with Lisa Gable | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:46:08 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Lisa Gable, Former US Ambassador, UN delegate, CEO, and author of Turnaround: How to Change Course When Things Are Going South. In the conversation, Lisa Gable shares how leaders can get their teams and organizations back on track based on her experience as an executive responsible for turnarounds of various organizations. Lisa Gable also shared how turnaround principles can help teams stay aligned with organizational strategy in the face of an ever-changing external environment. Finally, Lisa Gable shared whether and how leaders who have been with an organization, rather than external hires, can lead turnarounds. Some highlights: -How Lisa Gable became part of the Reagan administration at a very young age. -Lisa Gable's service at the Pentagon -Going to work at Intel and having the opportunity to learn about organizational alignment & OKRs from the very best, including Andy Grove -Problem-solving lessons and how they apply in for-profit companies to government agencies and non-profit organizations -Lisa Gable on what it took to bring together disparate to battle obesity -How leaders can help everyone in their organization and on their teams align toward achieving a common objective -Lisa Gable's recommendation on how CEOs and Executive Directors can best manage their boards -How to have greater team collaboration in a hybrid future of work Mentioned: Vanessa Bohns (Listen to Vanessa Bohns’ episode on Partnering Leadership here) Books Mentioned: High Output Management by Andrew Grove
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| 21 Jul 2022 | 178 How to Build Deeper and More Meaningful Business Relationships Through the Gather, Ask, Do Method with Susan McPherson | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:30:51 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Susan McPherson, Founder, and CEO of McPherson Strategies, Serial Connector, Communications Expert, and Author of The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Business Relationships. Susan McPherson shares the power of building authentic relationships and fostering meaningful connections. Susan also talks about the three phases of proactively connecting with people and how to go beyond our bubbles. Finally, Susan shares what leaders must do to promote greater connection within their teams and organizations. Some highlights: -Susan McPherson on working for the late Senator Kennedy -Why it is essential to build a solid reciprocal relationship -Susan McPherson on factors that have contributed to a loss of human connection -The difference between networking and truly connecting -The importance of connecting with people outside of your bubble -Susan McPherson on why we need to reconnect with people in our network -The impact of the pandemic on connections within organizations -Susan McPherson's on the importance of leadership authenticity Mentioned: Michael Roderick (Listen to Michael Roderick’s episode on Partnering Leadership here) Rob Cross (Listen to Rob Cross’ episode on Partnering Leadership here) Connect with Susan McPherson: The Lost Art of Connecting Book Website The Lost Art of Connecting on Amazon Susan McPherson on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 26 Jul 2022 | 179 Brain Science of Mental Wellbeing in the Workplace with Founder & Chief Scientist at Sapien Labs Tara Thiagarajan | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:43:33 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Tara Thiagarajan, Founder, and Chief Scientist at Sapien Labs. Tara Thiagarajan shares studies and insights on mental well-being, its key indicators, and how it influences people and communities. Tara Thiagarajan also highlighted the biggest factors contributing to mental well-being and its impact on economic outcomes. Finally, Tara Thiagarajan talked about Sapien Lab’s latest studies on the current state of the world’s psychological well-being, its driving factors, and how it impacts organizations.
Some highlights: -Tara Thiagarajan on the impact of growing up with a multicultural background -On why she pursued a degree in Math and soon found her way to Business School -How Tara Thiagarajan decided to pursue Neuroscience -The purpose behind Sapien Labs -How cultural elements are correlated with mental well-being -The cognitive factors that challenge people -Sapien Labs’ report on the mental state of the world -The components that are associated with higher mental health scores -Younger generation’s mental well-being -The importance of mental health in the workplace Connect with Tara Thiagarajan:
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| 28 Jul 2022 | 180 How to Leverage Public Relations in a Fast Changing World with Robert Dilenschneider, The Dean of American Public Relations Executives | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:28:56 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Robert Dilenschneider, founder of The Dilenschneider Group and strategic advisor to Fortune 500 companies. Robert Dilenschneider talks about the most effective way to use public relations to benefit organizations. Robert also shared the importance of engaging the community and how to use the power of words to more clearly communicate the organization’s message. Finally, Robert Dilenschneider addressed the specific skill sets that public relations leaders need today.
Some highlights: -Robert Dilenschneider’s early career in public relations with Hill and Knowlton, becoming the firms CEO and eventually launching his public relations agency -The significant changes in public relations over the years -Robert Dilenschneider on why organizations need to take a stand on what they want to communicate -The essential elements in engaging the community -The struggles that organizations face in reaching potential customers -Determining the right words for effective public relations -How to position public relations messages for greater social media reach -Robert Dilenschneider on the importance of prioritizing internal communications Connect with Robert Dilenschneider: Robert Dilenschneider Personal Website Robert Dilenschneider’s Published Books on Amazon Robert Dilenschneider on Twitter Robert Dilenschneider on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 02 Aug 2022 | 181 Leading with Confidence and Humility | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:09:11 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli shares thoughts on how to lead with more confident humility. Mahan also goes through five mindsets and practices of leading with confidence and humility. Finally, Mahan Tavakoli shares why we need to celebrate confident humility in leadership and the necessity of this approach to leadership through greater uncertainty. Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 04 Aug 2022 | 182 [BEST OF] The Future of Work Is Here: How To Lead In An Era of Disruptive Change with The Next Rules of Work author Gary Bolles | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:51:26 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Gary Bolles, chair for the Future of Work for Singularity University, co-founder of eParachute.com, and author of The Next Rules of Work. Gary Bolles shares how his father’s career advice book What Color Is Your Parachute impacted his early life and how he has gone through continual reinvention while guiding leaders through ongoing disruption. Gary Bolles also shares insights from his book The Next Rules of Work.
Some highlights: - How Gary Bolles father’s book What Color Is Your Parachute impacted his life - The ‘leader’s dilemma,’ how it manifests in times of disruptive change, and how to overcome it - Gary Bolles on how to foster a growth mindset within an organization - Embracing change and promoting diversity in organizations - What flex skills are and their importance in the future of work - Gary Bolles on the future of leadership and work - A framework for leaders in leading their teams and organizations forward
Mentioned: -Richard Nelson Bolles, Gary Bolles’ father and author of What Color Is Your Parachute? -Jeffrey S. Moore, university teacher, and researcher -John Hagel, author -Carol Dweck, psychologist and author -Sidney Fine, professor, and author -Vint Cerf, developer and internet pioneer -Esther Wojcicki, author of Moonshots in Education -The Five Temptations of a CEO by Patrick Lencioni
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| 09 Aug 2022 | 183 [BEST OF] How to Choose Courage and Be Brave at Work with University of Virginia Darden School of Business Professor Jim Detert | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:44:38 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jim Detert, John L. Colley Professor of Business Administration at the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business and author of Choosing Courage: The Everyday Guide to Being Brave at Work. In this conversation, Jim Detert shares how we can become more courageous by developing our courage capabilities. Jim Detert also shares how leaders can nurture a psychologically safe organizational culture, enabling and encouraging more courageous interactions and decisions at work. Some highlights: -Why attributing courage just to historical figures can be counterproductive -The importance of being more courageous and how to develop our courage muscle -Jim Detert on the benefits of courage at work -How leaders can create a psychologically safe environment that encourages team members to speak up and contribute their best at work
-Amy Edmondson, Professor of Leadership at Harvard Business School and author of Fearless Organization and Creating Psychological Safety -Vanessa Bohns (Listen to Partnering Leadership conversation with Vanessa Bohns) -Gary Bolles (Listen to Partnering Leadership conversation with Gary Bolles) -Difficult Conversations by Bruce Patton, Douglas Stone, and Sheila Heen -Radical Candor by Kim Scott -Giving Voice to Values by Mary C. Gentile -The Silent Language Of Leaders by Carol Goldman Connect with Jim Detert: Jim Detert on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 11 Aug 2022 | 184 [BEST OF] Simple Truths of Leadership, How to Be a Servant Leader and Build Trust with Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:43:28 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley. Ken is the founder of the Ken Blanchard Companies and has co-authored more than 65 books on leadership, including all-time classics such as The One Minute Manager and Who Moved My Cheese, each with over 20 million copies sold. In this conversation, Ken Blanchard is joined by Randy Conley, Vice President of global professional services for the Ken Blanchard Companies. The discussion focuses on the leadership lessons from Ken Blancard and Randy Conley's latest book: Simple Truths of Leadership: 52 Ways to Be a Servant Leader and Build Trust, which he co-wrote with Randy Conley. Ken and Randy share how to apply the leadership principles to build trust and become the kind of leader others would want to follow.
- Ken Blanchard on the impact of his upbringing on his leadership thinking and approach - Randy Conley on models for servant leadership - The importance of humility in leadership - Randy Conley on the complexity of leadership and the need to focus on fundamental principles - Ken Blanchard on how to build on your team's desire to contribute - Randy Conley on authenticity and its importance to servant leadership - Ken Blanchard on why "love" powers leadership - Randy Conley on extending trust - How leaders can encourage feedback from their teams - The ABCD model of trust - Ken Blanchard's breakdown of the servant leadership mindset - Putting situational leadership into practice - Ken Blanchard on having the reflective self versus the task-oriented self - Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley on the future of work Also mentioned in this episode: - Jim Collins, Level 5 Leadership - Garry O. Ridge, Chairman of the Board and chief executive officer of the WD-40 Company - Dale Carnegie, author - Rick Tate, author Books Mentioned: - The One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson - Everyone's a Coach by Ken Blanchard and Don Shula Connect with Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley: Ken Blanchard Official Website The Ken Blanchard Companies on LinkedIn Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 16 Aug 2022 | 185 [BEST OF] Building a Brighter Future for the Building Blocks of Society with Generation Hope Founder & CEO Nicole Lynn Lewis | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:41:39 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Nicole Lynn Lewis, founder and chief executive officer of Generation Hope. This non-profit organization provides holistic assistance to young families. Nicole Lynn Lewis shares her story as a young parent attending college, the challenges she faced, and how it served as the inspiration behind her founding of Generation Hope. Some highlights: - Nicole Lynn Lewis' childhood growing up in communities that didn't have much diversity - 'Your life is over!" Nicole shares her experience finding out she was pregnant while a senior in high school - Nicole Lynn Lewis on what motivated her to finish college with honors - Social Capital and the vital role it played in Nicole Lynn Lewis' journey and can play for all young adults - From communications to non-profit; what inspired Nicole Lynn Lewis to switch careers and start Generation Hope - Lack of diversity: the additional challenges many leaders of color face in trying to raise funds for their non-profits - How Generation Hope's 'holistic wraparound model' works - Why Nicole Lynn Lewis believes flexibility is crucial for the future of higher education - Generation Hope's plans on extending their impact Mentioned: Terri Freeman, board member at Generation Hope Connect with Nicole Lynn Lewis: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 18 Aug 2022 | 186 [BEST OF] How to lead your organization through change to achieve hard to imagine results in uncertain and volatile times with John Kotter | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:48:31 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with John Kotter, professor emeritus at Harvard Business School, co-founder of a management consulting firm Kotter International and a pioneer in organizational change. John Kotter is the author of 22 books on change, including his most recent book, Change: How Organizations Achieve Hard-to-Imagine Results in Uncertain and Volatile times. John Kotter talks about the struggles leaders and teams face when it comes to change and how to transform organizations to adapt to change effectively and rapidly. Some highlights: -John Kotter on the role of human nature on our resistance to change -The essential components for initiating change in the organization -Understanding the Survive and Thrive mode and how it impacts our ability to change -The power of Guiding Coalition to help bring expertise, energy, and perspective across the organization -The difference between management and leadership Also mentioned in this episode: Kelly King, Chairman, and CEO of Truist Financial Book by John Kotter: Change: How Organizations Achieve Hard-to-Imagine Results in Uncertain and Volatile Times Connect with John Kotter: John Kotter - Kotter International Inc Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 25 Aug 2022 | 188 [BEST OF] How You Can Prepare for The Acceleration and Lead in The Exponential Age with Azeem Azhar | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:59:37 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Azeem Azhar - writer, technology analyst, and creator of the acclaimed Exponential View newsletter. Azeem Azhar is a senior advisor to PwC and is an investor in early-stage startups in AI, renewable energy, female health tech, self-driving cars, and marketplaces. In the conversation, Azeem Azhar shared perspectives from his book The Exponential Age: How Accelerating Technology is Transforming Business, Politics, and Society. Azeem shared how our societies and ways of life will change due to exponential technologies, why it's essential to understand the exponential changes better ahead, and how to thrive through the many changes ahead. Some highlights: - Azeem Azhar explained the impacts of technology on society, politics, and business - Why many people find it hard to understand and keep up with the pace of technological change - Understanding exponential growth and its potential impact on all aspects of life - The rise of AI, automation, and other exponential technologies, such as renewable energy, 3D printing, and synthetic biology - The impact of old tech regulations and approaches in a new digital world - How leaders can effectively lead through exponential change - The dilemma of understanding technology in policymaking
- Weapons of Math Destruction by Cathy O'Neil - Invisible Women by Caroline Criado Perez - The innovator's dilemma by Clayton Christensen - Brave New World by Aldous Huxley Connect with Azeem Azhar: Exponential View Official Website Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 23 Aug 2022 | 187 [BEST OF] Leading with Purpose and Designing the Future of Collaboration and Work with Gensler Co-CEO Diane Hoskins | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:49:23 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Diane Hoskins. Diane Hoskins serves as co-CEO and chair of the board of directors for Gensler. As an MIT-trained architect and an MBA from The Anderson School at UCLA, Diane's career has touched architecture, design, real estate, and business. She has broad responsibility for running the company, which spans over 6,000+ employees across the globe. Diane Hoskins shared how her upbringing impacted her professional and leadership choices as well as leadership lessons from her career at Gensler and the challenges of leading Gensler through the pandemic. Diane Hoskins also addressed how Gensler focuses on purpose by aligning actions, big and small. Finally, Diane shared insights on rethinking collaborative spaces and the future of work. Some Highlights: - Diane Hoskins on choosing MIT and becoming an architect - Why Diane Hoskins decided to go to business school - How business and architecture connect - Diane Hoskins on leading people to collaborate on a purpose-driven mission - The impact of the design of workspaces on work performance - The influences of technology on workplace experience - Diane Hoskins on purpose-driven leadership - Future of work: connecting and bringing people back together through renegotiating and reimagining the work environment Also Mentioned: Connect with Diane Hoskins: Gensler: https://www.gensler.com/people/co-ceos Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 30 Aug 2022 | 189 [BEST OF] The Influencer’s Influencer Leading for Community Impact with Akin Gump’s Tony Pierce | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:46:00 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Tony Pierce. Tony Pierce is Akin Gump's Washington DC office partner in charge. He has more than three decades of experience in trial and litigation. In addition to his leadership at Akin Gump and impactful work on behalf of his clients, Tony Pierce has played a crucial leadership role in advancing business and philanthropic initiatives in the Greater Washington DC DMV region. Tony Pierce has served as past chair of the Greater Washington Board of Trade, serves on the Greater Washington Partnership board, and has played a leadership role in other civic and nonprofit organizations, including the Legal Aid Society of District of Columbia. In this conversation, Tony Pierce shares his leadership journey and the reason for his involvement to give back to the community through his involvement with many regional organizations. Some highlights: - Tony Pierce on why he decided to become a lawyer and his initial successes in litigation - Why Washington DC DMV region put together a bid for the 2024 Olympics and the reasons the region didn't get the Olympics - Why Tony Pierce initiated a strategic review at the Greater Washington Board of Trade - The role of the Greater Washington Partnership in the Greater Washington DC DMV regional ecosystem - How nurturing talent in the Greater Washington DC DMV region can attract more business to the region - Tony Pierce's leadership of Akin Gump through challenging times - The importance of in-person connections and interaction to organizational culture and talent development Also mentioned in this episode: - Vernon Jordan, former adviser to President Bill Clinton - Robert “Bob” Strauss, founder of Akin Gump - Ted Leonsis, CEO of Monumental Sports & Entertainment, Owner of the Washington Capitals and Washington Wizards - Linda Rabbitt, founder and chairman of Rand Construction (Listen to Linda’s episode on Partnering Leadership) - Rosie Allen Herring, CEO of the United Way (Listen to Rosie’s episode on Partnering Leadership) - Trond Undheim, author and futurist (Listen to Trond’s episode on Partnering Leadership) - Below Deck, reality television series - Married at First Sight, reality television series Connect with Tony Pierce: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 01 Sep 2022 | 190 The Impact of Blockchain & Web 3 on Organizations (DeFi, Crypto, NFTs, DAOs & more!) with Richard Carthon of Crypto Current Podcast |Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:43:07 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Richard Carthon, CEO of Crypto Current and host of the Crypto Current podcast. Richard Carthon talks about blockchain technology, Web3, DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations), DeFi (Decentralised Finance), NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens), and cryptocurrency. Richard shares the basics of the technology behind each and their impact on the future of organizations. Finally, Richard Carthon discusses how leaders can use blockchain to transform business operations.
Some highlights: - Richard Carthon on his upbringing and connecting with people of different cultures and perspectives - The conversation that started Richard Carthon’s path to understanding the blockchain and cryptocurrency - Richard Carthon on the definitions of blockchain and metaverse - How organizations and businesses are currently using blockchain technology and potential future applications - Richard Carthon shares examples of organizations from various industries and how they are using blockchain technology - Cryptocurrencies (including Bitcoin & Ethereum), NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens), DeFi (Decentralized Finance), and the five elements of blockchain technology - Richard Carthon on DAOs (Decentralized Autonomous Organizations) Mentioned: Azeem Azhar (Listen to Azeem Azhar’s episode on Partnering Leadership here) Connect with Richard Carthon:
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| 06 Sep 2022 | 191 How to Reduce Leadership Blind Spots and Nurture Deeper Connections through the Johari Window | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:18:35 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli shares thoughts on the importance of reducing our blind spots and letting others connect with our humanity. Then, Mahan briefly explains the Johari Window and how understanding it can help us better understand how to reduce blind spots and why showing more genuine vulnerability in leadership is crucial. Finally, Mahan shares specific actions we can take to reduce our blind spots and let others better connect with us as leaders. Some highlights: -Accepting the fact that we all have blind spots -Why do our blind spots tend to grow as we gain more experience and move up in leadership roles -Why general feedback tools and 360s are not helpful and often counter-productive in reducing blind spots -The questions to ask and the people to ask those questions of to start reducing our blind spots -Why it's important to reduce what we keep hidden from others through showing genuine vulnerability -The types of experiences to share that are relevant to showing greater vulnerability and helping others connect with our humanity Mentioned: -Ed Hess (Listen to Ed Hess's episode on Partnering Leadership here) - Ken Blanchard (Listen to Ken Blanchard's episode on Partnering Leadership here) Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/ Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 08 Sep 2022 | 192 The Importance of Empathy in Leadership and Empathy’s Role in the Future of Leadership with Sophie Wade | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:42:51 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Sophie Wade, founder of Flexcel Network, work futurist, speaker, and author of Empathy Works: The Key to Competitive Advantage in the New Era of Work. In the episode, Sophie Wade talks about why empathy is a crucial corporate value and how it enables workforce transformation. Sophie Wade also shared examples of leading with Empathy and Empathy's role in human collaboration. Finally, Sophie Wade talked about how leaders can gauge the appropriate level and role of empathy at work.
Some highlights: - How culture influences empathy in the workplace - Sophie Wade's on how to develop greater empathy - How leaders can encourage greater empathy in their teams and organizations - Sophie Wade on whether there is a "right" amount of empathy in the workplace - Why the future of work requires even greater levels of empathy - Sophie Wade on the impact of hybrid work on team collaboration Mentioned: - Satya Nadella, executive chairman and CEO of Microsoft
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| 13 Sep 2022 | 193 Relationships to Infinity: The Art and Science of Keeping in Touch for personal, professional and organizational success with Jason Levin | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:45:09 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jason Levin, Founder of Ready, Set, Launch and author of Relationships to Infinity: The Art and Science of Keeping in Touch. In the conversation, Jason Levin talks about the power of building authentic relationships and the importance of deep connections in the workplace. Jason also shares the importance of strengthening weak ties, reconnecting with dormant ties, and how to do it well. Jason also talks about social media's impact on how we form and maintain relationships and how to use it well. Finally, Jason lays out strategies for leaders to build a greater connection with and among team members.
Some highlights: - Jason Levin on recognizing the impact of relationships early on - The importance of depth in relationships and how to achieve greater depth - Jason Levin shares a systematic approach to reconnecting with dormant ties - The self-imposed barriers to reaching out and how to remove them - Jason Levin on how leaders can use the art and science of relationship building to enable greater collaboration in their organizations - The power of connections and building a stronger social network Books Mentioned: The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference by Malcolm Gladwell To Sell is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others by Daniel H. Pink Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success by Adam Grant
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| 15 Sep 2022 | 194 The Power of Perception in Leadership with Dr. Maja Zelihic | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:45:18 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dr. Maja Zelihic, Dean at the Forbes School of Business and Technology at the University of Arizona Global Campus. Dr. Maja Zelihic is coauthor along with Dr. Diane Hamilton of The Power of Perception: Eliminating Boundaries to Create Successful Global Leaders. In this conversation, Dr. Maja Zelihic talks about the power of perception, its influence on the working environment, and perception's role in leadership. Maja Zelihic also shared factors affecting our perceptions and how perception affects our behaviors. Finally, Dr. Maja Zelihic shared practical ideas on how leaders can better account for perceptions to communicate better and lead their teams more effectively.
Some highlights: -Maja Zelihic's upbringing, becoming a refugee, and the importance of a healthy support system -How kind words can influence a person's perspective and life journey -Maja Zelihic on why perceptions matter -Critical factors that can impact our perceptions in a corporate setting -What leaders need to do to understand their own perceptions -Maja Zelihic on how empathy plays a role in predicting and understanding perceptions -The impact of hybrid work on perceptions of organizational leaders and colleagues
Dr. Maja Zelihic's Tedx talk: Perception is an E.P.I.C. reality Dr. Diane Hamilton, Founder and CEO of Tonerra, co-author of The Power of Perception Larry Robertson, author of Rebel Leadership (Listen to Larry Robertson’s episode on Partnering Leadership here)
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| 20 Sep 2022 | 195 Leading to Provide Opportunities for All through Education with CEO of Prince George’s County Public Schools, Dr. Monica Goldson | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:52:24 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dr. Monica Goldson, Chief Executive Officer of Prince George's County Public Schools. In the conversation, Dr. Monica Goldson shared the source of her love for education and why she decided not to pursue accounting and become an educator. Monica Goldson also shared the many challenges in leading the school system during the pandemic and the role the school system had to play in supporting families throughout the pandemic. Finally, Dr. Goldson also shared her thoughts on the school system's role in supporting families and preparing young adults for the next stage of their lives. Prince George's County Public Schools
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| 22 Sep 2022 | 196 How to Design a Company Culture That Will Help You Thrive in a Hybrid Workplace with Gustavo Razzetti | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:42:35 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Gustavo Razzetti, CEO and Founder of Fearless Culture, creator of the Culture Design Canvas, and author of Remote Not Distant: Design a Company Culture That Will Help You Thrive in a Hybrid Workplace. In the conversation, Gustavo Razzetti talked about the critical barriers to designing a great organizational culture and shared tools and approaches to intentionally design a great organizational culture. Gustavo Razzetti also shared the challenge of maintaining organizational culture in a hybrid environment and the opportunity the greater flexibility of work provides for organizations to rethink how they approach culture and design a culture that helps individuals and teams thrive. Finally, Gustavo Razetti offers a framework for leaders to facilitate greater collaboration through shifting workplace dynamics.
Some highlights: - Gustavo Razzetti on the key influences on organizational culture - How to tackle the most significant organizational culture challenges - The discipline and structure needed to make hybrid work environments succeed - The importance of rituals to culture and what kind of rituals to avoid - Gustavo Razzetti on how to build greater psychological safety in teams and its importance to organizational culture - Gustavo Razzetti on the importance of collective feedback - When and how to use asynchronous communication - Gustavo Razzetti’s on the most critical elements of a thriving organizational culture - The future of hybrid work and the opportunity for leaders to be intentional in designing their team and organizational culture
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| 27 Sep 2022 | 197 Infusing Design with Innovative Thinking To Improve Business Performance with Steve Polo, Managing Partner OPX | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:49:14 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Steve Polo, the Managing Partner at OPX, a design consultancy with a mission to help good companies work better. In addition to his leadership journey, Steve Polo shares his unique perspective on how to lead with authenticity and think about the future of the workplace enabling greater human connection and collaboration. In the episode, Steve Polo also talks about leading OPX through the pandemic and leaders' role in employee engagement. Finally, Steve Polo shared leadership practices for becoming a better team and organizational leader.
Some highlights: - Growing up in a multicultural household and how it developed Steve Polo's ability to connect with people - Steve Polo on the significant impact of leadership mentors - The opportunities and challenges as a new leader at OPX, looking to lead the turnaround of the organization - Steve Polo on the challenges of leading OPX during the pandemic - The importance of connecting with team members and how to do it well - Steve Polo on the importance of continually improving leadership skills Mentioned: Dr. Vanessa Bohns (Listen to Dr. Vanessa Bohns’ episode on Partnering Leadership here) Azeem Azhar (Listen to Azeem Azhar’s episode on Partnering Leadership here) John Hunter: Teaching with the World Peace Game Connect Steve Polo Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 29 Sep 2022 | 198 How to Live Life in Crescendo: inspiring lessons from legendary leadership expert Stephen R. Covey’s powerful final book with co author Cynthia Covey Haller | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:49:39 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Cynthia Covey Haller, a teacher, speaker, an active participant in her community and co-author Live Life in Crescendo: Your Most Important Work is Always Ahead of You. Cynthia Covey Haller shares what it means to live life with a crescendo and how to face challenges and opportunities in the middle to later stages of life. Cynthia Covey Haller also tells inspiring stories on how we can enrich the lives of people around us, the community, and the world. Finally, Cynthia Covey Haller discusses how to be a better leader, to communicate worth and potential to people and the legacy we leave behind.
Some highlights: - The importance of setting leadership examples and living its values - Cynthia Covey Haller shares childhood stories with her dad - The story behind “Live Life With Crescendo” - Cynthia Covey Haller on “Live Life With Crescendo” and how it relates to leading our lives - How can we approach our lives viewing it as a mission - The secret to staying focus to your life mission amidst technology and social media - Cynthia Covey Haller on fulfilling the most important roles in your life - Love for service and how it plays a role in living life in crescendo - How hardships can serve as a moment when we are living life in crescendo - Cynthia Covey Haller shares practices and resources to a more effective leadership Mentioned: Stephen R. Covey, author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Steven M.R. Covey (Listen to Steven M.R. Covey episode on Partnering Leadership) Ken Blanchard (Listen to Ken Blanchard’s episode with Randy Conley on Partnering Leadership here)
Books Mentioned: Trust and Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others by by Stephen M.R. Covey The Sun Does Shine: How I Found Life and Freedom on Death Row by Anthony Ray Hinton Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown Effortless: Make It Easier to Do What Matters Most by Greg McKeown The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World by Melinda Gates Connect with Cynthia Covey Haller: Cynthia Covey Haller on LinkedIn Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:
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| 04 Oct 2022 | 199 Celebrating 200 Episodes & How to Achieve Your Purpose Through Genuine Gratitude, the Gap & the Gain and Living in Crescendo | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:10:33 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli first acknowledges the 200th episode of the podcast. Mahan then shares his thoughts on the three practices that can help us stay aligned with our purpose: feeling and expressing genuine gratitude, focusing on the gain and not just the gap, and living life in crescendo. Ask a question or post an update… Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 06 Oct 2022 | 200 How to Cultivate a Thriving Organizational Culture with Brad Federman | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:33:58 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Brad Federman, Leadership and Culture Expert, Speaker, Coach, and Author of Cultivating Culture: 101 Ways to Foster Engagement in 15 Minutes or Less. Brad Federman shares how leaders can cultivate a company culture that will help them succeed in creating a two-way dialogue and improving teamwork. Brad Federman also highlighted the eight key focus areas that will amplify values at work to achieve a healthy and productive organization. Finally, Brad Federman outlines how cultivating culture brings your team together and keeps them committed to the company's core values.
Some highlights: - Brad Federman's upbringing, personal influences, and how that impacted his perspective in life - The importance of understanding the culture of an organization and how it contributes to making better decisions - The reason behind organizations struggling to keep good people - Brad Federman on the definition of organizational culture - How leaders can build better and more robust cultures - What leaders must do to foster better relationships with customers - Brad Federman on the pandemic's impact on organizational culture - Best practices and recommendations for leaders on how to cultivate culture and collaborative decision making Mentioned:
Books Mentioned: The Trusted Advisor by David Maister At the Heart of Leadership: How to Get Results with Emotional Intelligence by Joshua Freedman, Peter Salovey Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry, Jean Greaves, Patrick Lencioni
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| 11 Oct 2022 | 201 Transforming Lives Through The Power of Events with Rebecca Linder, Founder & CEO Linder Global Events | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:48:21 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Rebecca Linder, founder, and CEO of Linder Global Events. Rebecca Linder shares her leadership journey and the joys and challenges of entrepreneurship. Rebecca Linder also shares her thoughts on the impact of the pandemic on the events industry and how technology is reshaping gatherings. Finally, Rebecca shares why expectations for all kinds of meetings have changed and how leaders can rethink gatherings for greater engagement and impact. Some highlights: - The importance of appreciating diverse cultures and continually reinventing yourself - Rebecca Linder's on the challenges of starting a business at 26 - Rebecca Linder on discovering herself and becoming more purpose-driven as a result - The pandemic's impact on the events industry - Rebecca Linder's thoughts on how gatherings have changed as a result of the pandemic - The future of events and how to do a better job when conventing, whether for events, meetings, or other gatherings - Rebecca Linder's thoughts on how to better handle the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and leadership
Vanessa Bohns (Listen to Vanessa Bohns’ episode on Partnering Leadership here)
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| 13 Oct 2022 | 202 How to Become a More Emotionally Intelligent Leader with Amazon Global Head of EPIC Leadership & Chief EQ Evangelist Richard Hua | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:43:30 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Richard Hua, Global Head of EPIC Leadership and Chief EQ Evangelist at Amazon Web Services. In the conversation, Richard Hua shared his origin story, why he became interested in the power of emotional intelligence, the importance of emotional intelligence to individual and organizational success, and how we can all develop our emotional intelligence EQ. Finally, Richard Hua shared leadership practices for leading with greater emotional intelligence.
Some highlights: - Richard Hua on growing up in a challenging environment - How the people around us affect our happiness, as well as our emotional and spiritual wellbeing - Richard Hua on transitioning from being a missionary to a role in high tech - The main elements of emotional intelligence - Richard Hua’s thoughts on the importance of seeking advice and the role it plays in greater self-awareness - How and why Richard Hua started an EQ movement in Amazon - Richard Hua on the value of training in developing greater emotional intelligence - The role emotional intelligence plays in organizational leadership and how to do it well Mentioned: John Rossman (Listen to John Rossman’s episode on Partnering Leadership here) Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence Bill George, author of Authentic Leadership: Rediscovering the Secrets to Creating Lasting Value Carol Dweck, author of Mindset: The New Psychology of Success Connect with Richard Hua: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 18 Oct 2022 | 203 Building Bridges Across the River and the Community with the President of BBAR Rahsaan Bernard| Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:36:27 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Rahsaan Bernard. Rahsaan Bernard serves as the President of Building Bridges Across the River (BBAR). This nonprofit organization built and now manages the 16.5 acres of Townhall Health Education Arts Recreation Campus known as THEARC in Washington, DC. BBAR is also building the first elevated park in Washington, the 11 Street Bridge Park Project. In the conversation, Rahsaan Bernard shared the impact of his upbringing in Jamaica, critical parts of his leadership journey, and his focus on impact through Building Bridges Across the River. In addition, Rahsaan Bernard shared historical factors impacting the greater need of residents in D.C.'s Ward 8 and the need for the services provided. Rahsaan Bernard also shared how BBAR has involved the community in planning for the 11th Street Bridge Park Project and how that level of engagement can serve as a model for all leaders.
-Rahsaan Bernard on his upbringing in Jamaica and why his family moved to the U.S. -What fascinated Rahsaan with bodybuilding and fitness -Rahsaan Bernard on meeting his wife and starting a business focused on fitness -Why Rahsaan Bernard chose to take on the role of President of Building Bridges Across the River (BBAR) and the goal of the organization -Historical reasons why there has been very little investment in D.C.'s Ward eight, resulting in food deserts, as well as socioeconomic and medical challenges, -Why do resident's on the East side of the river live an average of 13 years less than those on the west side of the river -The thinking behind the 11th Street Bridge Park and the process Rahsaan Bernard used to get involvement and buy-in from the community -Recognition of BBAR by Highline network as the best-in-class approach to building and investing in communities -Why Rahsaan Bernard chose to join the National Board of Feeding America -Leadership practices and resources Rahsaan Bernard has used to lead his team and engage more effectively with the community Connect with Rahsaan Bernard: Building Bridges Across the River (BBAR) Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 20 Oct 2022 | 204 How Leaders Can Successfully Manage Conflict and Have Difficult Conversations with Marlene Chism | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:51:38 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Marlene Chism. Marlene Chism is the leading authority on stopping workplace drama and the author of four books, including her most recent book, From Conflict to Courage: How to Stop Avoiding and Start Leading. In the conversation, Marlene Chism shares what leaders get wrong about conflict, the negative consequences of avoiding conflict, and how to most effectively address conflict by changing our narrative. Some Highlights: -Marlene Chism on what we get wrong about conflict in the workplace -Why we need to change our narrative before being able to address conflict -The importance of the inner game in addressing conflict -How to face conflict courageously -Marlene Chism on why conflict is an essential part of growth and authentic relationships -How to channel conflict into courageous conversations Additional episodes: Partnering Leadership conversation with Dr. Timothy Clark on the Four Stages of Psychological Safety, Listen Here Partnering Leadership conversation with Jim Detert on Choosing Courage, Listen Here Connect with Marlene Chism: From Conflict to Courage on Amazon Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/
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| 25 Oct 2022 | 205 Connecting the Community by Bringing the World to Washington D.C. with President and CEO of Washington Performing Arts, Jenny Bilfield | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:52:19 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jenny Bilfield. Jenny Bilfield is the President and CEO of Washington Performing Arts (WPA), one of the U.S.'s preeminent multi-disciplinary arts presenters. WPA was the first organization of its kind to receive the coveted National Medal of Arts conferred by President Obama at the White House. In the conversation, Jenny Bilfield shares the origin of her passion for the arts and how her career progressions eventually led her to take on her current role, leading Washington Performing Arts. Jenny Bilfield shared the challenges the organization had to face because of the pandemic and how WPA was able to pivot quickly, resulting in a more significant connection with artists and the community. Finally, Jenny Bilfield shared advice on growing as a leader. Some Highlights: -Jenny Bilfield on her childhood love for the arts -A young composer looking to make a difference -Jenny Bilfield on pushing back against assumptions of what women could do -The impact of 9/11, the loss of a father, and the birth of a child -Washington Performing Arts founding in 1966 bringing inclusive experiences in the arts to both concert hall audiences as well as school children -Why it's essential to lead with a single narrative -Jenny Bilfield on leading through involving people -Becoming better as a result of setbacks and challenges -Jenny Bilfield on the importance of finding the right mentors Connect with Jenny Bilfield: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 27 Oct 2022 | 206 The Four Powerful Conversations that Help Us Connect with Chuck Wisner | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:47:38 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Chuck Wisner, author of The Art of Conscious Conversations: Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact. Chuck Wisner spoke about the power of stories in shaping our lives and interactions with others, the importance of self-awareness, and our egos' role in conversations. Finally, Chuck Wisner shared the four universal types of conversations and how we can maximize the effectiveness of each.
-Chuck Wisner on why we live in conversations like fish live in water -How to break out of patterns of unproductive behaviors to be able to have conscious conversations -How to avoid the common pitfalls that cause our conversations to go sideways. -Chuck Wisner on why the stories we tell ourselves are not the truth and why we should investigate the stories we tell ourselves -How our stories and other people's stories interact Connect with Chuck Wisner: The Art of Conscious Conversations: Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact on Amazon Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 01 Nov 2022 | 207 Use These Three Leadership Practices To Significantly Increase Accountability In Your Team | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:12:11 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli talks about one of the biggest challenges he sees in organizations and a struggle for many leaders: holding team members accountable. Mahan shares why outstanding leadership requires accountability and why it's hard to hold ourselves and others accountable. Finally, Mahan shares three leadership practices that can significantly increase accountability in your team. Some highlights: -What makes holding ourselves and others accountable so difficult -The challenges faced by leaders in organizations in holding their team members accountable -The role of leadership accountability in setting the right cultural example -A gulf between perceptions and reality of the clarity in goals and expectations -Eliminate most meetings but not this one meeting if you want a more accountable team Supporting Podcast Conversations: How Leaders Can Successfully Manage Conflict and Have Difficult Conversations with Marlene Chism Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mahan/ More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/ Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 03 Nov 2022 | 208 How Minds Change: the Surprising Science of Belief, Opinion and Persuasion with David McRaney | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 01:16:07 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with David McRaney. David McRaney is a science journalist, host of the You Are Not So Smart podcast, and an internationally best-selling author of books, including his latest, How Minds Change: The Surprising Science of Belief, Opinion, and Persuasion. In the conversation, David McRaney shares the origin of his fascination with persuasion and his thoughts on the basis of how we form our beliefs. David McRaney shared examples of psychological factors contributing to the rigidity of our opinions and beliefs. Finally, David McRaney shared the many challenges in changing minds and how minds change. Some Highlights: -David McRaney on why he became fascinated with the origin of our belief systems -Where do our beliefs come from, and how do we form opinions? -David McRaney on why all reasoning is motivated -Why we modulate our responses and how that impacts teams and organizations -The status game and the role it plays in all aspects of life, including at work -David McRaney on the impact of pluralistic ignorance on groups and organizations -Why we are more worried about disagreeing with "us" than with "them" -David McRaney on the fear of social death and how it impacts team interactions -The reason why some become part of conspiracy theory communities -David McRaney on what leads to the "false flag operation" explanation -Impact of minimal group paradigm on decision making -David McRaney on why are we persuaded by some points of view and not by others -Why and how people change their minds -The one question that can help you become more persuasive -David McRaney on the most crucial question to ask ourselves before seeking to change someone else's mind
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| 08 Nov 2022 | 209 Leading the Transformation of an Organization and Upgrading the Brand for Greater Impact with Catherine Meloy, President & CEO of Goodwill of Greater Washington | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:44:36 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Catherine Meloy. Catherine Meloy serves as President and CEO of Goodwill of Greater Washington and the Goodwill Excel Center Adult Charter High School. In the conversation, Catherine Meloy shared why she decided to leave a successful 20+ year management career in the radio industry to join Goodwill in 2003. Next, Catherine Meloy talked about the strength of the Goodwill brand and how she led the rebranding of Goodwill in the Greater Washington D.C. region. Finally, Catherine Meloy shared why and how Goodwill makes a positive difference in the community by transforming lives through the power of education and employment. Connect with Catherine Meloy: Catherine Meloy at Goodwill of Greater Washington Goodwill of Greater Washington Website Goodwill of Greater Washington LinkedIn Goodwill of Greater Washington Twitter Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/ Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 10 Nov 2022 | 210 How to Reframe Your Thinking to Free Yourself from the Patterns and People that Hold You Back with Lia Garvin | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:40:09 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Lia Garvin. Lia Garvin is the author of UNSTUCK: Reframe Your Thinking to Free Yourself From the Patterns and People that Hold You Back. In the conversations, Lia Garvin shares lessons from her experience working for some of the largest and most influential companies in tech, including Microsoft, Google, and Apple, on ways to use reframing to manage difficult situations and get unstuck. Finally, Lia Garvin shares thoughts on overcoming imposter syndrome and tackling challenges that hold us back from personal and professional breakthroughs. Connect with Lia Garvin Lia Garvin Website Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/ Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 15 Nov 2022 | 211 Designing a Better Future of Work with Bob Fox, Fox Architects Founder & Work Design Magazine Publisher| Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:42:54 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli discusses how to design a better future of work with Bob Fox, founder of Fox Architects and Publisher of Work Design Magazine. As FOX Architects’ Principal, Bob Fox chairs the firm’s advisory board, focusing on building the firm to design more complex, integrated projects while also helping increase client value. Bob Fox is a leader in the architecture and interior design industry and is well respected for his open-minded and innovative approach to workplace design. In the conversation, Bob Fox shared why he is excited about this point as organizations rethink the office space and its potential in the future of work. Bob Fox also shares ideas on how physical space can support fundamental organizational cultural values and practices. Connect with Bob Fox: Bob Fox on Work Design Magazine Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | 212 Living a Meaningful Life and Leading with Soul with Vitaliy Katsenelson | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:50:40 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Vitaliy Katsenelson about leading with soul and living a meaningful life. Vitaliy Katsenelson is the CEO of the Denver-based value investment firm IMA. He is also the author of Soul in the Game: The Art of a Meaningful Life. His recent book has received praise from leading thinkers, including Nassim Nicholas Taleb and Ret. General Stanley McChrystal. In the conversation, Vitaliy Katsenelson spoke about the impact of scarcity on our thinking, the value of creating psychologically safe work environments, and the importance of connection to building trust. Vitaliy Katsenelson shared thoughts on failure's role in achieving success and some mental models he uses for better decision-making. Finally, Vitaliy Katsenelson shared how Stoic philosophy can help us lead more fulfilling lives and why we need to have soul in the game. Connect with Vitaliy Katsenelson: Vitaliy Katsenelsen at soulinthegame.net Vitaliy Katsenelson's podcast “The Intellectual Investor” Vitaliy Katsenelsen at contrarianedge.com Soul in the Game: The Art of a Meaningful Life on Amazon
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| 22 Nov 2022 | 213 Catalyzing Large-Scale Movements and Waging Justice as an Unapologetic Optimist with Dr. Paul Zeitz, Co-Founder of Brave Movement & Executive Director of Build a Movement | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:35:15 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dr. Paul Zeitz. Paul Zeitz is a physician, epidemiologist, and award-winning global justice and human rights advocate with over 35 years of advocacy experience. As a survivor of early childhood incest, he serves as the interim coordinator of a newly forming global movement to end sexual violence against children and adolescents and Keep Kids Safe. Dr. Zeitz serves as the Executive Director of Build A Movement 2022 and co-leader of #breathewithme Revolution, where he co-convenes the U.S. National Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation (TRHT) Movement. Dr. Paul Zeitz is the author of two books: Waging Justice and Waging Optimism. In the conversation, Paul Zeitz shares why he became involved in various movements and how movements can get traction. Dr. Paul Zeitz, who had the honor of working with Archbishop Desmond Tutu, shares how, with persistent Optimism, we can each make commitments and build movements to usher in a new era of justice.
"Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world." Archbishop Desmond Tutu
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| 24 Nov 2022 | 214 [BEST OF] Practical Decision Making with the Creator of The Terms FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and FOBO (Fear of a Better Option) Patrick McGinnis | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:41:52 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Patrick McGinnis. Patrick coined the term FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) and FOBO (Fear of a Better Option) while attending Harvard Business School. Patrick McGinnis is the author of two international bestsellers, including Fear of Missing Out: Practical Decision-Making in a World of Overwhelming Choice, and the host of the hit podcast FOMO Sapiens. In this conversation, Patrick McGinnis discusses why our need to be included can be overwhelming and what we can do to overcome it. He also talks about FOBO (Fear of a Better Option) and its adverse impacts on our mental health and the quality and speed of our decision-making.
Some Highlights: - Patrick McGinnis on what led him to write about “FOMO” and “FOBO” while attending Harvard Business School - How FOMO or the fear of missing out can be beneficial and destructive at the same time - Patrick McGinnis on controlling the negative consequences of the Fear of Missing Out - The common triggers of FOMO and how to manage the triggers - Patrick McGinnis on overcoming FOMO at work - Understanding the impact of the Fear of a Better Option (FOBO) on decision-making - Patrick McGinnis on controlling the desire for optimization that leads to FOBO
Also mentioned in this episode: - Carl Jung, psychiatrist, The wounded healer Archetype - Rosa Parks, Civil Rights Leader - Mahatma Gandhi, Leader of Indian Independence Movement Books Mentioned: - Fear of Missing Out: Practical Decision-Making in a World of Overwhelming Choice by Patrick McGinnis - System Failure by Joe Zieja - Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind what Makes People Take a Chance on You by Carlye Adler and Suneel Gupta - Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change at Any Age by Bruce Feiler - The Happiness Advantage: The Seven Principles of Positive Psychology That Fuel Success and Performance at Work by Shawn Achor - Flourish by Martin Seligman - Lost in the Valley of Death: A Story of Obsession and Danger in the Himalayas by Harley Rustad - The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self by Martha Beck - Entrepreneurial You: Monetize Your Expertise, Create Multiple Income Streams, and Thrive by Dorie Clark - Ask for More: 10 Questions to Negotiate Anything by Alexandra Carter - Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life by Luke Burgis - The Paradox of Choice by Barry Schwartz - Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari
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| 29 Nov 2022 | 215 How to Evolve as a Leader in a Fast Growing Organization with David DeWolf, President & CEO 3Pillar Global | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:53:46 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with David DeWolf. David DeWolf is the Founder, President, and CEO of 3Pillar Global, a digital product development services organization building breakthrough software products that power digital businesses. He is also an Amazon best-selling author of The Product Mindset: Succeed in the Digital Economy by Changing the Way Your Organization Thinks. David DeWolf’s leadership at 3Pillar has been honored by numerous awards, including The Software Report’s Top 50 Tech Services CEOs, SmartCEO Magazine’s Future 50, Washington DC’s 40 Under 40, and Virginia’s Fantastic 50. In this conversation, David DeWolf shares why he decided to start 3Pillar Global and how he has continued to grow as a CEO as the organization has grown. He also shares the principled leadership practices which have helped the organization stay aligned over the years. Finally, David DeWolf talks about the challenges and opportunities as organizations navigate the changing landscape of work and collaboration. Connect with David DeWolf Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/ Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 01 Dec 2022 | 216 How Organizations Can Earn Lifelong Loyalty Through the Four Factors of Trust with Deloitte’s Ashley Reichheld and Amelia Dunlop | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:41:51 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Amelia Dunlop and Ashley Reichheld. Amelia Dunlop is the Chief Experience Officer for Deloitte Digital and a Principal at Deloitte LLP. Ashley Reichheld is a principal at Deloitte Digital and the creator of the HX TrustID. Together they are the coauthors of the newly released book The Four Factors of Trust: How Organizations Can Earn Lifelong Loyalty. In the conversation, Amelia Dunlop and Ashley Reichheld share why trusted companies outperform their peers by up to 400% by impacting their employees, customers, and partners. In addition, Amelia Dunlop and Ashley Reichheld share why building trust is the greatest opportunity to create a competitive advantage and how leaders can build greater trust. They also talk about the Four Factors of Trust: Humanity, Capability, Transparency, and Reliability and the importance of each in creating better business outcomes by positively impacting human behavior. Finally, Amelia Dunlop and Ashley Reichheld share actionable strategies for leaders to improve trust with their customers, the workforce, and partners. Connect with Amelia Dunlop and Ashley Reichheld Deloitte Four Factors of Trust Four Factors of Trust on Amazon Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/ Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 06 Dec 2022 | 217 New Power Leadership Lessons from the Movement for Freedom in Iran: Woman Life Freedom: Zan Zendegi Azadi| Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:20:11 | |
In this episode, Mahan Tavakoli speaks about the leadership lessons we can learn from the woman-led movement for freedom in Iran: Woman Life Freedom, Zan Zendegi, Azadi. Mahan shares why we need to think about power differently in society or organizations. The reasons for a shift away from the old power models based on hierarchies to new power models based on aligned movements. Mahan uses this example to show the need for a change of thinking in organizations with a greater need to align around purpose. Finally, Mahan shares the origins of the Stockdale Paradox and how that relates to the survival and success of all movements and change initiatives. Mentioned: Baraye by Shervin Hajipour (full version on YouTube with English subtitles) Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/ Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 08 Dec 2022 | 218 Leading Unstoppable Teams with Former Navy Seal Commander & Inc 500 CEO, Alden Mills | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:47:34 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Alden Mills, former Navy SEAL platoon commander and Co-Founder and C.E.O. of Perfect Fitness, an Inc 500 Fastest Growing Company. Alden Mills is also the best-selling author of Be Unstoppable: The 8 Essential Actions to Succeed at Anything and Unstoppable Teams: The Four Essential Actions of High-Performance Leadership. In the conversation, Alden Mills discusses his C.A.R.E. framework and the four essential actions of high-performance leadership. Alden Mills also shares specific strategies he uses in coaching leadership teams to higher performance levels. Connect with Alden Mills Unstoppable Teams on Amazon Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: More information and resources are available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: https://www.partneringleadership.com/ Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 13 Dec 2022 | 219 [BEST OF] Love, War and Politics with Chuck Robb, Former Virginia Governor & Senator | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:48:05 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Chuck Robb, Virginia's 64th governor from 1982 to 1986 and U.S. senator from 1989–to 2001. Governor Chuck Robb is also the author of In the Arena: A Memoir of Love War and Politics. In the conversation, Governor Chuck Robb shares his story of joining the Marines, being assigned to the White House, serving in Vietnam, and marrying President Lyndon Baines Johnson's daughter, Linda Bird Johnson. Chuck Robb also talked about his leadership journey in public service as Lieutenant Governor, Governor, and a U.S. Senator representing the Commonwealth of Virginia and being appointed as co-chair of The Weapons of Mass Destruction Commission by President Bush. Finally, Senator Robb talks about how the best leaders approach leadership and their impact.
-Chuck Robb's formative years in the Marines and being in the White House as a military social aid -On being a good leader and how to get the respect of people that you are working with -Chuck Robb recalls meeting, getting engaged, and then marrying President Johnson's daughter Linda -Why Chuck Robb asked to serve in combat in Vietnam -Going back to law school and what drove Chuck Robb to start his career in politics -Why Governor Chuck Robb didn't run for President -Senator Chuck Robb, on his vote against the Defense of Marriage Act -The appointment by President Bush to co-chair the Weapons of Mass Destruction Commission
In the Arena: A Memoir of Love, War, and Politics on Amazon Senator Chuck Robb's speech on the Democratic National Convention Day Senator Chuck Robb's (D-VA) speech on the Defense of Marriage Act (September 1996)
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| 15 Dec 2022 | 220 [BEST OF] How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others with Stephen M. R. Covey | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 01:09:00 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Stephen M.R. Covey. Stephen M.R. Covey is the New York Times and Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of The Speed Of Trust, former CEO of Covey Leadership Center, and author of Trust And Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others. Stephen shares why many leaders are still operating with a command and control mindset and the need to develop the mindset and capabilities of becoming trusting and inspiring leaders. Stephen M.R. Covey shares stories and frameworks on how we can better understand trust in leadership and how trust and inspire leaders can unleash the potential of their teams and organizations.
Some highlights: -Stephen M.R. Covey on the crucial role that parents play in teaching responsibility, commitment, and initiative and how his father, Stephen Covey, applied trust and inspire principles in his parenting -On why traditional leadership models do not work with the changing world and in the new work environment -Stephen M.R. Covey on the stewardships of leadership -How leaders can lead behavior change in their organizations -Stephen M.R. Covey on the role trust plays in leadership and how leaders can become more trusting -The power of inspiring others and its impact on leadership -What it takes to become a trust inspire leader
Mentioned: - Dr. Stephen R. Covey, author of The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People - David Marquet (Listen to David Marquet episode on Partnering Leadership) - Frances Frei and Anne Morriss, author of Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader's Guide to Empowering Everyone Around You - Jim Collins, author of Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't
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| 20 Dec 2022 | 221 [BEST OF] A Quantum Life: An Unlikely Journey from the Streets to the Stars with World Renowned Astrophysicist Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:46:12 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi, astrophysicist, STEM educator, multi-patented inventor, keynote speaker, and author of A Quantum Life: My Unlikely Journey from the Street to the Stars. In the conversation, Hakeem Oluseyi shares his journey of overcoming adversities and becoming a leading astrophysicist of this generation. Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi also talked about his ability to explain astrophysics in a way that engages audiences and the value of exposing more children to science. Finally, Dr. Oluseyi shared some mind-stretching perspectives about the nature of our existence.
Some highlights: -Hakeem Oluseyi on the importance of reading and how it impacted his life -Facing challenges as a young adult and falling in love with the universe and physics -Dr. Hakeem Oluseyi on a quantum life and the role of willpower -Astrophysics and the importance of learning about the stars -Hakeem Oluseyi on the sun, stars, and the future of life on earth
Mentioned: - Art Walker, solar physicist and a pioneer of EUV/XUV optics - Dr. Kervin Evans, research physical scientist with the USDA Agriculture Research Service
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| 22 Dec 2022 | 222 [BEST OF] How Minds Change: the Surprising Science of Belief, Opinion and Persuasion with David McRaney | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 01:16:07 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with David McRaney. David McRaney is a science journalist, host of the You Are Not So Smart podcast, and an internationally best-selling author of books, including his latest, How Minds Change: The Surprising Science of Belief, Opinion, and Persuasion. In the conversation, David McRaney shares the origin of his fascination with persuasion and his thoughts on the basis of how we form our beliefs. David McRaney shared examples of psychological factors contributing to the rigidity of our opinions and beliefs. Finally, David McRaney shared the many challenges in changing minds and how minds change.
Some Highlights: -David McRaney on why he became fascinated with the origin of our belief systems -Where do our beliefs come from, and how do we form opinions? -David McRaney on why all reasoning is motivated -Why we modulate our responses and how that impacts teams and organizations -The status game and the role it plays in all aspects of life, including at work -David McRaney on the impact of pluralistic ignorance on groups and organizations -Why we are more worried about disagreeing with "us" than with "them" -David McRaney on the fear of social death and how it impacts team interactions -The reason why some become part of conspiracy theory communities -David McRaney on what leads to the "false flag operation" explanation -Impact of minimal group paradigm on decision making -David McRaney on why are we persuaded by some points of view and not by others -Why and how people change their minds -The one question that can help you become more persuasive -David McRaney on the most crucial question to ask ourselves before seeking to change someone else's mind
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| 27 Dec 2022 | 223 [BEST OF] Leading with Grit, Clarity and Empathy with Marriott International President and incoming President & CEO of Under Amour, Stephanie Linnartz | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:49:26 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Stephanie Linnartz, currently President of Marriott International, Inc., the world's largest hospitality company. Under Armour founder and Executive Chairman Kevin Plank said Stephanie Linnartz was selected after a 7-month search partly because of her digital skills and success in transforming Marriott’s online presence. Some highlights: - Stephanie Linnartz's upbringing and passion for taking care of others - Rising at Marriott International - How Stephanie Linnartz and Marriott's senior team handled the worst of the crisis - Losing a beloved CEO in Arne Sorenson and lessons learned - Stephanie Linnartz on why companies are defined by how they deal with a crisis - Organizational purpose and how to live it - Stephanie Linnartz on the future of work and travel - Marriott and Stephanie's commitment to greater equity and diversity - Stephanie Linnartz on the need for self-renewal and reinvention
Mentioned in this episode: - Judy Samuelson, Founder and Executive Director of Aspen Institute Business and Society Program (Listen to Judy’s episode on Partnering Leadership) - Ranjay Gulati, Professor at Harvard Business School (Listen to Ranjay’s episode on Partnering Leadership) Connect with Stephanie Linnartz: Stephanie Linnartz on LinkedIn
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| 29 Dec 2022 | 224 [BEST OF] You Have More Influence Than You Think and The Science of Influence with Dr. Vanessa Bohns | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:41:18 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Professor Vanessa Bohns. Dr. Vanessa Bohns is a social psychologist, an award-winning researcher and teacher, and a professor of organizational behavior at Cornell University. Vanessa Bohns is also the author of the book: You Have More Influence Than You Think: How We Underestimate Our Power of Persuasion, and Why It Matters. In this conversation, Vanessa Bohns shares insights on how we influence those around us and how to harness our influence to make a positive difference in leadership. Some Highlights: - Why do we tend to underestimate our influence - Vanessa Bohns on why it's hard for us to ask for things - Why it's hard when asked to say no - How social pressures influence behavior - Understanding the impact of power roles on the influence in organizations - The disadvantages of working remotely vs. in person when it comes to influencing at work - Vanessa Bohns on how we can be better at understanding other people's perspectives Also mentioned in this episode: - Marianne LA France, author and a professor of Psychology at Yale University - Erica Boothby, a researcher, and Instructor in the Operations, Information, & Decisions Department at The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania
- How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Connect with Vanessa Bohns: Vanessa Bohns Official Website Vanessa Bohns on Twitter: @profbohns Vanessa Bohns on Instagram: @profbohns Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:
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| 03 Jan 2023 | 225 The Future is Now: Open AI's Chat GPT and the Exponential Changes Ahead | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight | 00:23:43 | |
In this episode, Mahan Tavakoli discusses why open access to powerful conversational chatbots will be viewed in the future as a transformational moment, potentially equaling the wide use and disruptive impact of the internet or smartphones. Mahan shares why artificial intelligence is starting its exponential growth curve and will impact all aspects of our lives and organizations. He uses the introduction of the robust conversational AI platform, ChatGPT as an example of how AI will transform our relationship with technology, leading to what he believes will be an augmented future of work. Mahan also talks about why leaders at all levels of organizations need to familiarize themselves with artificial intelligence, its many applications, and its potential impact. That's why this year, Partnering Leadership will feature interviews with artificial intelligence experts on AI's impact on organizations and society. Finally, Mahan shares a couple of fun pieces written by ChatGPT to get the listeners to think about the potential of conversational AI, not just as it stands currently but its creative potential uses in the coming years. Mentioned: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 05 Jan 2023 | 226 How to Be an Inclusive Leader by Creating Cultures of Belonging Where Everyone Can Thrive with Jennifer Brown | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:49:05 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jennifer Brown, an award-winning thought leader globally renowned for her diversity, equity, and inclusion work. Jennifer Brown is also the author of How to Be an Inclusive Leader: Your Role in Creating Cultures of Belonging Where Everyone Can Thrive. In the conversation, In the conversation, Jennifer Brown discusses how her experience as an opera singer has helped her become a successful keynote speaker. She talks about how her background in a conservative, white majority area has shaped her views on feminism and LGBTQ rights. She also discusses how her work as an organizational change agent is a perfect fit for her skills and interests. Jennifer Brown goes on to talk about privilege's role in allowing people to awaken and follow their true identities. Jennifer Brown also shares her experiences of being exposed to new ideas in college and coming out as LGBTQ. She discusses how these experiences led her to commit to a life of purpose and mission focused on bringing greater workplace equity. Finally, Jennifer Brown talks about how everyone can play a role in creating cultures of belonging. Some highlights: -Jennifer Brown discusses her upbringing, her work in the world, and how her experience as an opera singer has informed her work. -The importance of equity in the workplace and how to become a more inclusive leader -Jennifer Brown on the need for us to be willing to change -How to lead in a shifting environment -The role that storytelling plays in inclusive leadership -How to use privilege to advocate for change -The role that the five stages of grief play in the conversations on DEI Connect with Jennifer Brown: Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 10 Jan 2023 | 227 Economic Development by Building an Inclusive Innovation Ecosystem and Paving the Path for Startups with Troy LeMaile-Stovall, CEO of TEDCO| Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:48:11 | |
In this Partnering Leadership conversation, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Troy LeMaile-Stovall, CEO of TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies. Troy LeMaile-Stovall has led the organization to cultivate an inclusive entrepreneurial innovation ecosystem. In this conversation, Troy LeMaile-Stovall discusses his upbringing and how it has impacted the kind of leader he is today. He shares how his experience as a Texan and a Catholic has shaped his leadership style and how he looks to have a greater impact as he leads TEDCO into the future. Troy LeMaile-Stovall describes three defining moments in his life: coming from a divorced family in the Catholic Church, growing up with a sister who had sickle cell, and finding out that his biological father was not who he thought he was. These experiences have shaped his view of humanity and relationships. Troy LeMaile-Stovall describes his journey to success, beginning with his humble upbringing in Houston, Texas. He talks about how he was the first black student body president of his high school and the salutatorian. He attributes his success to two things: strength and courage. He talks about how his sister Tracy was a big source of strength and courage for him throughout his life. He talks about how she helped him through difficult times, including when she was diagnosed with sickle cell anemia. Finally, Troy LeMaile-Stovall talks about his faith, gratitude, and purpose, what the future of work will look like and how economic development and regional cooperation can play a role in that future. . Some Highlights -Troy LeMaile-Stovall's defining moments -The importance of gratitude and purpose in everyday life -How Troy LeMaile-Stovall found his calling in business -Troy LeMaile-Stovall’s career journey -The importance of understanding different perspectives in the workplace -The impact of Covid-19 on economic metrics -The benefits of collaboration in the DMV Region - Troy LeMaile-Stovall on innovation in leadership -How loss impacts our lives and how to use it to become stronger -The impact of group-think on leadership -Troy LeMaile-Stovall on reinventing TEDCO for the future Connect with Troy LeMaile-Stovall Troy LeMaile-Stovall on LinkedIn Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 12 Jan 2023 | 228 AI Bootcamp for Leaders: Unlocking the Power of Artificial Intelligence for Your Organization with Tom Taulli | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:47:04 | |
In this Partnering Leadership conversation, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Tom Taulli, author of multiple books, including Artificial Intelligence Basics: A Non-Technical Introduction, which serves as the focus of this conversation. Tom Taulli has been developing software since the 1980s. In college, he started his first company, which focused on developing e-learning systems. He also created other companies, including Hypermart.net, which was sold to InfoSpace in 1996. Along the way, Tom has written columns for online publications such as BusinessWeek.com, TechWeb.com, and Bloomberg.com. He also writes posts on Artificial Intelligence for Forbes.com and is the advisor to various companies in the space. In this conversation, Tom Taulli shares some of the key factors in AI and why understanding the role of AI in organizations will be critical for leaders. Tom Taulli shares examples of uses of AI, including the role that ChatGPT can play for organizations and in transforming other aspects of life, including education. Tom Taulli talks about some of the current use cases for AI in organizations and how leaders can start testing to familiarize themselves with the potential of AI for their teams and organizations. Finally, Tom Taulli shares how nontechnical leaders can stay on top of emerging trends and ensure they are leading their teams and organizations with an understanding of their application in various parts of their business. Some highlights - Tom Taulli on how he became emersed in technology and why he is now focused even more on artificial intelligence. - The impact of AI on our approach to education - Tom Taulli on the Venn diagram of AI, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning - The different applications of AI - The potential impact of AI on human emotions - The opportunities and dangers of big data - Data’s contribution to AI bias - The benefits and risks of AI in business - How organizations can use Chat GPT - The evolution of conversational AI and where we are headed - The Impact of OpenAI's Chat GPT-3 on the Future of AI - How AI will impact cyber security and what leaders need to consider - The potential impact of AI on industries as varied as healthcare, construction, and agriculture - How AI could impact the future of employment and the future of work Connect with Tom Taulli Artificial Intelligence Basics: A Non-Technical Introduction on AmazonConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 17 Jan 2023 | 229 Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus: Life, Lessons, and Leadership with H.H. Leonards Founder and Chair of the O Street Museum Foundation & the Mansion on O Street| Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker | 00:42:19 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with H.H. Leonards. H.H. Leonards is the founder and chair of the O Street Museum Foundation, headquartered in Washington, D.C., and the Mansion on O Street, where Mrs. Rosa Parks called her home-away-from-home for the last decade of her life. H.H. Leonards is also the author of the book Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus: Life, Lessons, and Leadership. Rosa Parks was a civil rights activist best known for her pivotal role in the Montgomery bus boycott. In the conversation, H.H. Leonards shares why they connected on a deep level when she met Rosa Parks. H.H. Leonards also shares both historical accounts recounted to her by Rosa Parks as well as her experience during the ten years Rosa Parks lived at the Mansion on O Street. Finally, H.H. Leonards shares what Rosa Parks felt it would take to end racism and her hope for future generations. The episode ends with the beautiful song “Enough” which was made to honor Rosa Parks. The song lyrics are by Oscar-winning songwriter Paul Williams, and the music was written by Mark Bryan (lead guitarist for Hootie & the Blowfish) and Ranky Tanky, both Grammy winners. Some Highlights -Why Rosa Parks came to Washington DC to live at the Mansion on O Street -H.H. Leonards and Rosa Parks bonding over their shared values of family, love, and helping others -Rosa Parks' role in the civil rights movement and the many challenges she faced after the Montgomery Bus Boycott -The many myths surrounding Rosa Parks not giving up her seat on the bus and what really happened that fateful day and why -H.H. Leonards on getting to know Rosa Parks even better, by accompanying her to meetings and through her touch -Rosa Parks’ role in the founding of the National Organization for Women -How Rosa Parks' meeting with Pope John Paul II came about and its significance -Rosa Parks’ view on what it would take to help end racism -The Congressional Gold Medal and the Presidential Medal of Freedom -The three-city funeral for Rosa Parks -A message that Rosa Parks would want to be passed on to future generations Resources: Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus: Life, Lessons, and Leadership on Amazon Connect with H.H. Leonards Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||
| 19 Jan 2023 | 230 Show the Value of What You Do: Measuring and Achieving Success with World-Renowned Expert on Accountability, Measurement, and Evaluation, Jack Phillips | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader | 00:42:03 | |
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Jack Phillips, Chairman of ROI Institute, a world-renowned expert on accountability, measurement, and evaluation and author or editor of more than 75 books on evaluation, metrics, and analytics. The conversation focuses on Jack and Patti Phillips’ latest book, Show the Value of What You Do: Measuring and Achieving Success in Any Endeavor. In the conversation, Jack Phillips shares how his engineering background played a role in his understanding of measurement and how showing the value of what you do in a credible, logical, and rational way. Jack Phillips also shares the importance of measuring impact to show the value and recalibrate projects and organizational initiatives. Then Jack Phillips shares examples from various sectors on how measurement can be of real value to individuals, teams, and organizations. Finally, Jack Phillips shares ideas on how organizations can focus on the right measures for alignment. Some Highlights - How Jack Phillips' background in engineering helped him think about the measurement of training - Why it’s important to consistently measure and show the value of organizational projects and initiatives - Jack Phillips gives examples of the importance of ROI, including in the public sector - Showing the value of spiritual care and its impact on health outcomes - Why do a lot of training measurement stops at “smile sheets” - The importance of measuring learning and development impact - How to show the value of what you do no matter your role in the organization - The role of employee ROI in performance management - Jack Phillips on the power of OKRs in organizational alignment Connect with Jack Phillips Connect with Mahan Tavakoli: | |||