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#210: Fawn Weaver, Founder and CEO of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey — Keep moving forward Oct 24, 2024

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If you need some inspiration to keep moving forward on a big mission, this is it.

Today’s guest is Fawn Weaver, the Founder and CEO of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey, which has been the most awarded whiskey in the world for six years running.

It’s named for a former enslaved man named Nearest Green, who taught Jack Daniel everything he knew about distilling whiskey. Fawn uncovered his story and brought it to life, all while building a brand that’s valued at over $1 billion.

Hit play now to learn how she did it and get inspired by her relentless ability to learn from the past while always moving forward. You’ll also learn:

What an “intrepreneur” is–and why you might need to hire them
PR strategies that help your brand get the attention it deserves
How to learn from your past without living in it
Why you don’t need to follow every new leadership trend

***CONTENT NOTE*** In this episode Fawn talks briefly about how she flirted with suicide at age 20. She shares what she learned from it and how she used it as fuel to live a fulfilling life. Please take care while listening and feel free to skip ahead during that part if you need to.

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3 More Questions (Tom Nolan) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Oct 21, 2024

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:

What’s your take on Tom saying you don't have to be passionate about your product in order to be a great leader?
What is your opinion on whether or not leaders should create emotional distance between themselves and their employees?
If you were in Tom’s seat as CEO, how would your leadership style differ or not differ knowing that you were in the minority as a male?

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#209: Tom Nolan, CEO of Kendra Scott — Connection creates results Oct 17, 2024

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Today’s guest is Tom Nolan, the CEO of Kendra Scott, a jewelry brand that’s been crushing it lately—posting nearly double-digit growth for 44 consecutive months and counting.

But as you’ll hear today, it’s not just about the results. It’s about how you treat people along the way. In this episode, you’ll see how to make stronger connections with both your customers and your team members. And you’ll see how it can drive meaningful results in your business.

You’ll also learn:

A weird advantage of not being passionate about your product
What most leaders miss about customer satisfaction
Must-hear advice for anyone who works with a founder
Why innovation doesn’t have to mean chasing shiny new objects

Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:

The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go

Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day

Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

3 More Questions (Mike Wirth) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Oct 14, 2024

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:

Let’s say Mike Wirth calls you and says David, you’re CEO of this business. Where would you start?
What should leaders do to create a system that invites employees to share what they REALLY think and feel about what’s going on in the business?
What advice would you give a leader on how they can bring a team together over an issue that they feel super passionate about?

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GO DEEPER

Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#208: Mike Wirth, Chairman and CEO of Chevron – Show you’re listening Oct 10, 2024

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If you want to be a good leader, you’ve got to listen to your people. But *just* listening isn’t always enough.

You’ve got to ask questions. You’ve got to pay attention. But then, you’ve to respond. That’s the piece most leaders miss, and it makes all the difference for engaging your team and solving your organization’s biggest problems.

To see how it’s done, listen to this episode with Mike Wirth, Chairman and CEO of Chevron.

You’ll also learn:

Why Mike writes up to 80 notes after a site visit
How to give criticism without making people defensive
What Mike learned about leadership from legendary chef Thomas Keller
A three-part strategy to bring a divided team together

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3 More Questions (Eliah Drinkwitz) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Oct 07, 2024

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:

How do leaders find the balance between being a visionary while also having a grip on what’s going on here and now?
If you were a college football coach in today’s environment, knowing all you know about what it means to retain great talent, how would you go about creating a culture that players wouldn’t be tempted to leave?
What was it like being the honorary captain at the Mizzou football game when they played Vanderbilt?

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GO DEEPER

Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#207: Eliah Drinkwitz, Head football coach of Mizzou: Connect, encourage, and challenge Oct 03, 2024

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Great leaders know how to motivate their teams, and in this episode, you can see how it’s done.

Eliah Drinkwitz is the head coach of the University of Missouri football team. Last year was a breakout season for this Mizzou team, with an 11-2 season and a victory over Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl.

Eliah motivates his players by balancing connection, encouragement, and challenge. It’s a formula you can follow too, if you want to get the most out of your team.

You’ll also learn:

How to respond when a valued team member takes another job
Four qualities to prioritize for a more motivated culture
A strategy that will both develop your people and advance your goals
What you’re missing if your core values aren’t taking root

Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:

The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go

Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day

Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

#206: The Best Of Q3 Sep 26, 2024

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In this episode, we take all the great wisdom from the last three months and highlight the most impactful takeaways for you.

The Best Of Q3 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders:

Charlie Scharf, CEO and President of Wells Fargo
Constance Schwartz-Morini, Founder and CEO of SMAC Entertainment
Ram Charan, the world’s most influential business consultant
John Mackey,Cofounder and former CEO of Whole Foods
Bob Chapman, Chairman and CEO of Barry-Wehmiller
Chris Riccobono, Founder of UNTUCKit and Greatness Wins
Jimmy Haslam, Chairman and Managing Partner of Haslam Sports Group
Chris Bevilacqua, Founder and CEO of SimpleBet
Tom Baltimore, Chairman and CEO of Park Hotels and Resorts
Alan Shaw, President and CEO of Norfolk Southern
Will Guidara, former owner of Eleven Madison Park
Rocky Collis, CEO of Mustard

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3 More Questions (John Mackey) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Sep 23, 2024

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:

Should every entrepreneur and leader have a sense of ‘play’ in their role?
How do you create such loyal customers?
How do you evaluate John's decision to sell his business to Amazon?

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GO DEEPER

Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#205: John Mackey, Cofounder and former CEO of Whole Foods Market – Follow your own path Sep 19, 2024

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As a leader, you know…

There’s often tension between the big ideas and dreams you have and the pressure you feel to conform to convention or other people’s expectations.

If you want wisdom to navigate that tension, listen to this episode with John Mackey, the co-founder and former CEO of Whole Foods Market.

Whole Foods has got to be one of the most compelling retail success stories in recent memory.

But building it wasn’t easy. John had to stay attuned to his own passions, leadership style, and vision for the future—even when it went against the grain.

Hit play now for an inspiring look at what happens when you have the courage to follow your own path!

You’ll also learn:

The three strategic moves that drove Whole Foods’ growth the most
The #1 thing to focus on if you want to succeed in retail
The mistake Whole Foods made that resulted in the eventual acquisition by Amazon
How to start every meeting if you want to build a more caring culture

Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:

The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go

Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day

Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

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