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**How Leaders Lead with David Novak**

How Leaders Lead gives you a front-row seat to exclusive conversations with the world’s most iconic leaders across business, sports, and entertainment. Hosted by David Novak, Co-founder and former CEO of Yum! Brands, this podcast pulls back the curtain on how top CEOs, founders, and game-changers make things happen. When you tune in, you’ll learn from legends like Tom Brady, Condoleezza Rice, Jamie Dimon, Coach Prime (Deion Sanders), Indra Nooyi, Stanley Druckenmiller, and more.
Other guests include:

CEO of Starbucks

CEO of Target

Co-founder of Home Depot

and many others…

David’s unique perspective and thought-provoking questions distill the wisdom of these leaders into actionable insights you can use to elevate your own leadership game. Whether you’re just starting your leadership journey or already leading teams, this show helps you build the confidence you need to lead well.

Latest Episodes:

3 More Questions (Chris Riccobono) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Sep 16, 2024

Show notes

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

How can entrepreneurs leaders do a better job of giving up control so that their company can really thrive?
Was there a time in your career where in order to sell product, you had to convince people they had a problem that they didn't know they had?
Are there any problems that come along with being passionate about what you do?

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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!

#204: Chris Riccobono, Founder of UNTUCKit and Greatness Wins — Passion is powerful Sep 12, 2024

Show notes

Passion is powerful. When you let your belief in a product or an idea shine through, people respond—and that passion can keep you going in both the good times and the bad.

See how to put passion to work in your business in this episode with Chris Riccobono. He’s the CEO of UNTUCKit, the incredibly successful clothing brand known for making a dress shirt you don’t have to tuck in.

If you want to get better at motivating or inspiring or convincing people, then hit play now!

You’ll also learn:

The mindset you need to navigate uncertain times
The #1 thing a startup must do to be successful in the long run
A consideration that can make or break a brand name
What to look for if you’re hiring for a small company

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 (Jimmy Haslam) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Sep 09, 2024

Show notes

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

What would give you the confidence in someone outside of your industry to come in and run strategy for an organization?
If you were to all of a sudden find yourself as the owner of an NFL team, how would you go about learning about the new industry?
What’s your take on Jimmy's opinion on hiring based on a candidate's personality and background over their interview? How important is a job interview?

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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!

#203: Jimmy Haslam, Chairman and Managing Partner of Haslam Sports Group – Assess yourself honestly Sep 05, 2024

Show notes

If you want to fix anything—your team, your culture, your results—it starts by having the strength to admit what you need to improve.

Too many leaders try to spin their missteps or sweep them under the rug entirely.

But not today’s guest. Jimmy Haslam is the owner of the Cleveland Browns and the former CEO of Pilot Flying J truck stops.

If you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to own an NFL team, then buckle up, because Jimmy really knows how to make you feel like you’re right in the room for all the big decisions and pressure-packed moments.

But he also knows how to acknowledge moments when he could have done better and then share what he learned. Listen and see just the transformations that are possible when you have the ability to assess yourself honestly.

You’ll also learn:

One of the most influential decisions a leader can make
Why job interviews may not be as important as you think
What it’s like working with the man who inspired Jonah Hill’s character in Moneyball
The #1 thing to do if you want to build a more positive work environment

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 (Bob Chapman) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Sep 02, 2024

Show notes

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

What would you say to those “profit” first leaders out there who don’t necessarily see their people in this way?
How would you coach someone on how to flex their leadership style to suit individual personalities?
What’s a story from your career where you acquired another company and what happened as a result?

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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!

#202: Bob Chapman, Chairman and CEO of Barry-Wehmiller – Leadership is a powerful force for good Aug 29, 2024

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If you’re struggling to build a company culture you love …

Or if you’re an emerging leader trying to figure out your leadership style …

Then hit play on this inspiring conversation with Bob Chapman, the Chairman and CEO of Barry-Wehmiller.

Bob is going to show you all the ways that leadership can be a powerful force for good—and how you can infuse those principles of care into your organization without compromising on results.

You’ll also learn:

Three big paradigm shifts that will shape your leadership style
How to make business more fun
The mindset you need in tough personnel situations
Just how much recognition people need (hint: it’s more than you think!)

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 (Constance Schwartz-Morini) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Aug 26, 2024

Show notes

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

When did you get a “no” but have so much conviction in a thought or idea that you pushed it through until it became a yes?
When in your career did you catch a "once in a lifetime" wave and how’d you manage it?
When’s a time you said what everyone was thinking but you had the courage to say out loud?

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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!

#201: Constance Schwartz-Morini, Co-founder and CEO of SMAC Entertainment — Speak your mind Aug 22, 2024

Show notes

Are you the kind of person who hesitates to speak up at work?

Or maybe you AREN’T afraid to speak your mind – and it gets you in trouble sometimes!

In either case, you’re about to love hearing from Constance Schwartz-Morini. She's the co-founder and CEO of SMAC Entertainment, where they offer representation and brand development for people like Michael Strahan, Erin Andrews, and Deion Sanders.

Now with a client roster like that, you KNOW you’re in for some pretty epic stories.

But you’re also going to discover why leaders need to have the courage to speak their minds – and how to do it respectfully so you can get your great ideas out there and get everybody on board with them.

You’ll also learn:

How you can set yourself apart early in your career
One mindset shift to help you spot new opportunities
Advice for anyone who struggles to celebrate their wins
Why Taylor Swift’s Super Bowl outfit had her freaking out

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 (Ram Charan) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Aug 19, 2024

Show notes

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

How can a leader sift through issues they face to figure out what they really need to focus on and fix?
Why do you believe it’s so important to be able to ask incisive questions that generate insights no one would have come up with?
What’s your take on Ram’s perspective of "people first, strategy second?"

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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!

#200: Ram Charan, the world’s most influential business consultant – Ask incisive questions Aug 15, 2024

Show notes

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by complexity in your organization, this is the episode for you.

Discover how to ask incisive questions that cut through that complexity and help you find the heart of the problem. It’s a superpower of every great leader!

Learn how it’s done from Ram Charan, the legendary business and consultant and New York Times bestselling author whose books have sold more than 4 million copies.

It’s like a free consulting session with the guy that Fortune magazine calls “the most influential business consultant alive.”

Have a listen!

You’ll also learn:

Why smart hiring means more than finding great talent
A bold prediction about the future of U.S. business in China
The two key elements of execution that will help you get more done
The 3 elements of success that every leader can focus on

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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