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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 (Hal Rosenbluth) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Apr 29, 2024

Show notes

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

What process did you use when you had 1.5 million employees across the world to ensure your cultural values were implemented globally?
How do you know when it’s time for someone to move on … or if they just need a bit of coaching to get back on track?
What would you say to leaders who find it hard to implement change or innovation in their companies?

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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!

#184: Hal Rosenbluth, Chairman & CEO of New Ocean Health Solutions — Challenge the status quo Apr 25, 2024

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It’s risky for leaders to be too content with the status quo. If you’re not pushing forward, then you’re probably missing opportunities and failing to spot threats.

In this week’s episode, see what it looks like to challenge the status quo by learning from Hal Rosenbluth. He’s currently the Chairman & CEO of New Ocean Health Solutions, and he’s built his career by not being afraid to shake things up.

You’ll also learn:

Why consistency in your work culture is so important
What to look for if you want to disrupt the status quo
Advice for fostering more innovation in a traditional workplace
How to spot unmet, unnamed needs that you can build a business around

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 (Kevin Hochman) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Apr 22, 2024

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

How much value should leaders place on making FUN part of their culture?
How should leaders evaluate their menu of products as they think about scaling their business?
What else would you tell leaders to consider when driving innovation?

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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!

#183: Kevin Hochman, CEO of Brinker International (Chili’s and Maggiano’s) – Strengthen core functions by making tough cuts Apr 18, 2024

Show notes

When people talk about cutting and simplifying parts of your business, it can feel scary.

But as you’ll hear in this conversation, that’s what you’ve got to do if you want to free up resources for the BIG things that really drive BIG growth.

You’ll also learn:

The first thing to do in a new role (especially a turnaround)
A powerful insight on pricing strategy
Three keys to smarter innovation
What every young leader needs to do to get buy-in on a big initiative

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 (Jon Rahm) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Apr 15, 2024

Show notes

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

What is your favorite Masters memory?
How would you advise leaders to tackle criticism after having changed their minds?
What’s your mental process for staying focused when coming down the proverbial stretch in business?

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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!

#182: Jon Rahm, Professional golfer and defending Masters champion — Own your decisions Apr 11, 2024

Show notes

A big part of any leader’s job is to make decisions.

But making a decision is just the beginning. You’ve also got to own your decisions.

Listen to this episode with professional golfer and defending Masters Champion Jon Rahm to see what that looks like—and why it’s crucial to your success.

You’ll also learn:

The power of setting short-term goals
One surprising insight about happiness
Practical ways to achieve better work-life balance
Stories from the 2023 Masters you may not have heard yet

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 (Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Apr 08, 2024

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

How can leaders eliminate silos and bureaucracy so that the right information gets to each department in the company?
What advice can you give leaders about how to price their products competitively?
Where should leaders look when they’re trying to innovate while also staying true to their core brand and product?

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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!

#181: Warby Parker Cofounders and Co-CEOs, Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa – Information has to travel quickly Apr 04, 2024

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When information doesn’t get to the right people at the right time, it’s a recipe for disaster.

People can’t make smart decisions. It creates unnecessary conflict. And teams end up siloed and not aligned.

If you want to make sure information is moving fast in your organization, listen to this conversation with Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa, the co-CEOs of the incredibly successful eyeglass company Warby Parker.

You’ll also learn:

One habit that every strong partnership needs
Why a clearly defined brand identity is key for creativity
What to do when disagreements arise
How to be successful in retail today

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.

#180: The Best Of Q1 Mar 28, 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 Q1 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders:

Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle
Deion Sanders, University of Colorado Head Football Coach
Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, Former CEO of Celebrity Cruises
Dan Hurley, UConn Men's Basketball Head Coach
Tim Schurrer, Author and CEO of David Novak Leadership
Admiral Mike Mullen, 17th chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Walter Driver, Cofounder and CEO of Scopely
Lynn Swann, NFL Hall of Famer
Aylwin Lewis, Former Chairman & CEO of Potbelly
Joe Scarlett, Former CEO of Tractor Supply
Michelle Korsmo, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association
Matt Doherty, Author and former head basketball coach at North Carolina

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3 More Questions (Matt Doherty) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Mar 25, 2024

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

What advice do you have for leaders who are recruiting in very competitive industries?
What advice do you have for leaders who are managing change within their organizations?
How should a leader handle the relationship with their predecessor when he or she is still very much involved in the organization that they’re running?

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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!