How Leaders Lead with David Novak

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#169: Dan Hurley, UConn Men’s Basketball Coach – Keep pushing yourself Jan 11, 2024

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Today’s guest is Dan Hurley, the head men’s basketball coach at UConn.

If you watched last year’s March Madness Tournament, then you know: he’s the guy that led the Huskies to the NCAA title, with dominant performances throughout the tournament.

Here’s this incredible coach who’s reached the pinnacle of success for collegiate coaching. But to listen to him, you would never know it.

As you’ll hear for yourself in this episode, there is a relentless drive and work ethic to the way Dan leads.

And it’s a powerful reminder that no matter what level of success you’re at now, you’ve always got to find a way to keep pushing yourself to the NEXT level. And Dan’s going to show you how it’s done!

You’ll also learn:

Secrets of dialing in a happy, healthy team dynamic
How to boost someone’s confidence (especially if they’re in a slump)
One powerful reason you might want to “stress-test” your team
Why your whole team gets better when you push yourself

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 (Brian Niccol) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Jan 08, 2024

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

How can leaders get better at making the tough decisions they need to make?
How'd you get up-to-speed in terms of working with Wall Street when you became CEO of Yum! Brands?
How can a leader build this type of fail-then-learn mindset on their team?

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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!
This five-minute-a-day program is designed for the busy leader – it cuts right to the chase and gives you the practical know-how you’ll need to boost your confidence as a leader.
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#168: Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle — Follow through on the right ideas Jan 04, 2024

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Happy New Year! Our guest today as we kick off 2024 is Brian Niccol, CEO of Chipotle.

Chipotle has just wrapped up a banner year with Brian at the helm. They’re posting record growth and revenue, all while doing innovative stuff with their marketing and menu.

But as you’ll hear today, it’s not just about big ideas. Brian knows how to focus on the RIGHT ideas and then create the kind of structure, execution, and team motivation to really make ‘em happen.

And with Chipotle doing better than ever, it’s clear that he’s found a recipe for success … and you’ll get a ton of value when you hear how he leads.

You’ll also learn:

How to get people to believe in you as a leader
Three steps to follow to lead a successful turnaround
One way to tell if it’s time for a job change
How to properly vet great ideas
Tips for tackling tough performance-related conversations

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.

#167: The Best Of Q4 Dec 28, 2023

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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 Q4 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders:

Mark King, CEO of Taco Bell
Mike White, Former Chairman & CEO of DIRECTV
Dr. Mark Esper, Former United States Secretary of Defense
Mignon Francois, Founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection
Bill George, Former Chairman & CEO of Medtronic
Joe Moglia, Former CEO of TD Ameritrade
Michael Bungay Stanier, Bestselling author and founder of Box of Crayons
Jim Levine, Literary Agent
Yamini Rangan, CEO of Hubspot
Paul Sarvadi, CEO of Insperity
Liz Elting, Former CEO of Transperfect
Bret Baier, Chief Political Anchor of Fox News Channel and Executive Editor of "Special Report with Bret Baier"

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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!
This five-minute-a-day program is designed for the busy leader – it cuts right to the chase and gives you the practical know-how you’ll need to boost your confidence as a leader.
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

3 More Questions (Bret Baier) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Dec 25, 2023

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

How can leaders study their own performance as a means of getting better?
When has one of your "truth tellers" given you some truth you didn't want to hear?
How have you learned to stay calm even when being attacked?

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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!
This five-minute-a-day program is designed for the busy leader – it cuts right to the chase and gives you the practical know-how you’ll need to boost your confidence as a leader.
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#166: Bret Baier, Chief Political Anchor of Fox News Channel — Keep your antenna up Dec 21, 2023

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Today’s guest is Bret Baier, the Chief Political Anchor of Fox News Channel. He’s also the Executive Editor and host of “Special Report with Bret Baier” which airs live, every weeknight, to millions of viewers.

Now, there’s a lot we could say about the worlds of politics and media.

But one thing’s for sure – there is never a dull moment!

In Bret’s world, things are always happening and changing. As the anchor of a live news program, he has to be ready for anything.

How does he do it?

As you’re about to hear, Bret keeps his eyes and ears open all the time. He is always asking questions, listening, and staying tuned in to what’s going on.

That kind of attentive mindset can help you, too, and you’ll find a ton of insights when you see how Bret works and leads.

You’ll also learn:

• The mindset you need in big, nervy moments

• How to respond when things go wrong, get tense, or change unexpectedly

• Bret’s expert take on how the current political climate (including the 2024 Presidential election)

• What it’s like to ask the Dalai Lama about Caddyshack or have an impromptu interview with Jimmy Buffet!

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 (Mignon Francois) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Dec 18, 2023

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

What advice would you give to entrepreneurs who are grinding everyday to make their ideas come to life?
Should leaders be vulnerable with their teams? (And if so, what's the appropriate amount?)
What role should faith play for a leader of a for-profit business?

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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!
Become a better leader in 5 days with our free, 5-Day Leadership Tune Up. This five-minute-a-day program is designed for the busy leader – it cuts right to the chase and gives you the practical know-how you’ll need to boost your confidence as a leader.
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#165: Mignon Francois, Founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection — Know what you believe in Dec 14, 2023

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Today’s guest is Mignon Francois, the founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection, a destination bakery with locations in Nashville and New Orleans.

Mignon started her business with nothing but a five dollar bill. She turned that $5 into $60 with her first order. Sixty dollars became $600. And now, she’s sold over five million cupcakes and has won all kinds of entrepreneurial awards.

And as sweet as her success has been (no pun intended!), it hasn’t come easy.

As you’ll hear today, Mignon has persevered through some real adversity.

But you’ll also hear just how strong her mentality is. And for her, that strength comes from her faith.

Faith is an incredibly personal thing. And it looks different for each one of us.

But when you know what you believe in—whether that’s religious faith, a sense of spirituality, or simply core values you hold dear—you’ve got an anchor that will help you stay strong and grounded as you navigate all the challenges of leadership.

Listen in and see what leadership looks like when you know what you believe in!

You’ll also learn:

• The five qualities every entrepreneur needs

• A new (and refreshing) way to look at competition

• The #1 thing you need to run a family business well

• How being transparent can strengthen your 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 (Joe Moglia) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Dec 11, 2023

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

How did you turn self-awareness into a competitive advantage?
Why is it important know how people function under stress when considering them for a position?
What did you do to deal with naysayers?

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

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!
Become a better leader in 5 days with our free, 5-Day Leadership Tune Up. This five-minute-a-day program is designed for the busy leader – it cuts right to the chase and gives you the practical know-how you’ll need to boost your confidence as a leader.
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#164: Joe Moglia, former CEO of TD Ameritrade – Develop a coaching mentality Dec 07, 2023

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Joe Moglia is the former head football coach of Coastal Carolina University AND the former chairman and CEO of TD Ameritrade.

There aren’t a lot of people out there who can be both an award-winning coach AND a world-class CEO.

That is some serious range!

And yet Joe has an incredibly consistent leadership style, no matter what he’s doing.

For him, it is ALL about the people he serves. Whether he’s leading football players or sales people, he knows… it’s not about him. It’s about his team.

They’re the ones out there getting stuff done. And his job is to support them and serve them and coach them to success.

When you approach leadership with a coaching mentality like that, EVERYTHING changes. Listen to this episode and see how it’s done!

You’ll also learn:

One exercise to help you make strong, successful career decisions
Why you can’t overlook the importance of someone’s skill set
The danger of making excuses
A key to reaching goals that most people overlook

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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