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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:

#195: Charlie Scharf, CEO and President of Wells Fargo – Set the right example Jul 11, 2024

Show notes

Every leader casts a shadow.

As a leader, you can’t just SAY what your priorities and values are (although that’s crucial).

You’ve got to set the example yourself, so your decisions and actions align with those priorities.

To see how it’s done, listen to this conversation with Charlie Scharf, the CEO and President of Wells Fargo. He took over in 2019, which, as you may recall, was a real low point in the company.

Hit play now to hear how he’s leading the turnaround there — and why leaders can accomplish SO much more when they set the right example for their teams.

You’ll also learn:

How to drive change in a culture of complacency
The key factor most people overlook in a turnaround
What really defines your culture (it’s not what you think)
Why it’s OK if your career path isn’t a straight line

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 (Rocky Collis) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Jul 08, 2024

Show notes

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

How could leaders use the idea of "wins above replacement" to evaluate talent for their organization?
What’s the most important aspect of self coaching and how can leaders develop that skill?
What do you think about scaling the genius of one person throughout an organization and to thousands of customers?

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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!

#194: Rocky Collis, CEO of Mustard – Go all in on your mission Jul 04, 2024

Show notes

We all know having a mission is vital in leadership, but we don’t always know how to build a team around it.

To learn how, look no further than this episode with Rocky Collis, the CEO of Mustard.

Mustard is a sports coaching app that’s backed by Drew Brees, Justin Rose, Nolan Ryan, and Mia Hamm, just to name a few.

And it’s Rocky’s relentless focus on Mustard’s mission that has helped him and his team set clear priorities, attract top talent, and get those A-list investors on board.

It can help you do the same for your organization—listen now and see how!

You’ll also learn:

How to get better at practically anything
The #1 trait you need when hiring for a startup
What matters most when you’re developing technology
The hidden side of your priorities

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.

#193: The Best Of Q2 Jun 27, 2024

Show notes

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 Q2 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders:

Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa, co-CEOs of Warby Parker
Jon Rahm, Professional golfer
Kevin Hochman, CEO of Brinker International (Chili’s and Maggiano’s)
Hal Rosenbluth, Chairman & CEO of New Ocean Health Solutions
Bill Mudd, President & COO at Churchill Downs
Val Ackerman, Commissioner of the Big East Conference
Rory McIlroy, Professional golfer
Steve Squeri, Chairman and CEO of AMEX
David Novak, Cofounder and former CEO of Yum! Brands
Steve Duncker, Former Chairman of NYRA
Irina Novoselsky, CEO of Hootsuite and former CEO of CareerBuilder
Eric Church, CMA Entertainer of the Year and a 10-time GRAMMY nominee

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3 More Questions (Eric Church) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Jun 24, 2024

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

What is your favorite Eric Church song?
As a huge fan of giving and receiving feedback, what's your take on the idea that getting feedback when you have a strong vision can be dangerous?
What’s the best advice you can give leaders trying to determine their vision for their company?

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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!

#192: Eric Church, 10-time GRAMMY nominee and CMA Entertainer of the Year – Commit to your vision Jun 20, 2024

Show notes

Every leader needs to have the courage of their convictions.

If you’re not committed to your vision, why should anyone else be?

Listen to this episode with Eric Church, a country music artist, 10-time GRAMMY nominee, and entrepreneur. You’ll find a new source of strength as a leader when you learn how to commit to your vision.

You’ll also learn:

How to recognize the “right” risks to take
Advice for balancing your vision with others’ feedback
How to differentiate your product in a crowded category
What Taylor Swift told him after he got fired from the Rascal Flatts tour

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 (Irina Novoselsky) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Jun 17, 2024

Show notes

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

How does your concept of recognition play into creating psychological safety for people at work?
What advice do you have for leaders who need to understand how to better manage people that are different from them?
What’s a story from your career where you stood near a closed door and knocked … and got a great outcome 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!

#191: Irina Novoselsky, CEO of Hootsuite and former CEO of CareerBuilder – Make bold connections Jun 13, 2024

Show notes

Has social media ever felt a little mystifying to you?

If so, you’ll love today’s episode with Irina Novoselsky, the CEO of the social media management platform Hootsuite.

Get practical tips to improve your social media strategy, including tips for boosting ROI.

Plus, discover the career-transforming power of making bold connections—something that Irina excels at.

You’ll also learn:

Three ways leaders can maximize their use of social media
How to open up new career opportunities
What you might be getting wrong in your job postings
A new way to develop mentor relationships

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 (Steve Duncker) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Jun 10, 2024

Show notes

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

What advice would you give to someone in a large firm looking to differentiate themselves while also being a team player?
What would you have done in Steve's situation where he went from an incredibly strong company to one on the brink of bankruptcy?
What do you believe has made Steve successful in these different industries, and what can other leaders learn from it?

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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!

#190: Steve Duncker, former Chairman of NYRA – One size doesn’t fit all Jun 06, 2024

Show notes

Every leader has their own style and their own way of leading.

And that’s true – but sometimes, you have to adapt that style, depending on who and where you’re leading.

If you want to learn how it’s done, listen to this episode with Steve Duncker.

He’s a former partner at Goldman Sachs and the former Chairman of the New York Racing Association, which operates the three largest thoroughbred horse racing tracks in the state of New York.

You’ll also learn:

Practical ways to drive culture at every level of your organization
What to pay attention to when you make big career decisions
Why your words matter
How he won a horse playing backgammon

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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