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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 (Mark King) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Dec 04, 2023

Show notes

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

What’s the biggest goal you’ve ever set and how’d you go about getting there?
Can you trust your direct reports to tell you the truth about what's going on in the business?
What's the difference between managers and leaders?

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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!

#163: Mark King, CEO of Taco Bell — Chase something extraordinary Nov 30, 2023

Show notes

Today’s guest is Mark King, the CEO of Taco Bell. Of course, Taco Bell was already an iconic brand when Mark took over in 2019, but he has helped them achieve even more success and innovation.

Get this: he even had the Taco Bell logo shaved into the side of his head, if that tells you ANYTHING about the kind of leader you’re about to learn from.

That’s the thing about Mark. He is NOT afraid to go big.

In fact, he believes leaders have to set big aspirational goals. That’s what he’s doing at Taco Bell, and it’s also how he led incredible turnarounds at both TaylorMade and Adidas North America.

It’s not enough to just aim for incremental growth. If you really want to disrupt the status quo, you’ve got to chase something extraordinary.

This is one of those conversations that’s gonna leave you buzzing with practical ideas AND big time inspiration.

You’ll also learn:

How to find the best hybrid and return-to-work solutions
The key to becoming a more innovative organization
Two practical ways to find out what’s really going on in your organization
Three things to look for when you’re interviewing job candidates
The key difference between managers and leaders

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 (Jim Levine) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Nov 27, 2023

Show notes

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

What’s your experience been like writing your new book compared to books you’ve written in the past?
How should leaders go about hunting down new ideas?
Have you ever been in a role where you’ve faced a lot of rejection?

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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!

#162: Jim Levine, literary agent – Ignite the talent of those around you Nov 23, 2023

Show notes

Today’s guest is Jim Levine, who is the founder and principal at his literary agency, LGR. He represents authors like Tom Brady, Ray Dalio, Patrick Lencioni, and our very own David Novak!

As a literary agent, Jim’s mentality is all about helping others win. He wants to land good deals for his authors, help publishers find the right books, and coach everyone on his team to succeed.

There’s a level of satisfaction you just can’t get until you learn to help others win. It’s a mentality every leader needs to develop, and Jim is the perfect person to show you how it’s done.

Plus, if you’ve ever thought about writing a book, you’re about to get a rare inside look into the world of publishing.

You’ll also learn:

The three elements of a successful nonfiction book
The most important thing to do when you offer feedback
The aspect of listening most people miss
Insider tips on what it really takes to write a book (and it’s not what you think)
A piece of parenting advice that has nothing to do with parenting

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 (Yamini Rangan) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Nov 20, 2023

Show notes

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

What impressed you most about Yamini?
What advice can you give CEOs who are taking over from founders of companies, particularly in a scenario when the company is healthy and thriving?
What’s something leaders can learn from treating their culture as a product?

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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!

#161: Yamini Rangan, CEO of HubSpot — Fortune favors the focused Nov 16, 2023

Show notes

As a leader, you’ve got a LOT of things vying for your attention.

How do you know what deserves your time and focus … and what doesn’t?

Today’s episode will help you answer that big question!

David is joined by Yamini Rangan, the CEO of HubSpot, a popular online CRM platform that’s growing by leaps and bounds.

A big reason for HubSpot’s success is the clear sense of focus that Yamini has instilled to help everyone make better decisions and prioritize the right opportunities.

In fact, Yamini even has a phrase for it: fortune favors the focused.

The way you apply your attention and focus has a huge bearing on the results you can achieve.

So if you’re feeling spread a little thin, or you’re just not sure what you need to be focused on right now to really move the needle for your organization, then you’re going to love this episode!

You’ll also learn:

Your most strategic tool in leadership (this one will surprise you!)
A paradigm-shifting way to think about company culture
Practical advice for shifting out of functional roles into management
A helpful mindset to overcome imposter syndrome
Fresh ideas to put customers at the center of your business

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 (Dr. Mark Esper) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Nov 13, 2023

Show notes

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

How should leaders at the very top stay informed about what’s actually going on in their business?
How should leaders handle disagreements with their boss?
What do leaders need to be thinking about when it comes to recruiting?

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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!

#160: Dr. Mark Esper, Former U.S. Secretary of Defense — Keep the mission in mind Nov 09, 2023

Show notes

Today’s guest is Dr. Mark Esper, who served as the 27th United States Secretary of Defense.

He has spent his whole life in military service, and he is proof positive that we can accomplish amazing things when we stay focused on the mission.

If you’re like most leaders, you’re dealing with a million details a day. It’s far too easy to take your eye off the bigger goals you’re working toward.

This conversation with Mark will remind you why it’s vital to stay focused on the mission. It’s how you bring a team together and navigate situations where people don’t see eye to eye.

And Mark knows a thing or two about that after his time in the Trump administration, when he and the President weren’t always aligned. If you’ve ever disagreed with your boss (and, let’s be honest, who hasn’t?!), then you’re going to love these insights.

You’ll also learn:

Practical insights for anyone who doesn’t see eye to eye with their boss
Why every leader needs to understand history
One strategy to try if you need to boost innovation
How to unify a group of people, even if they’re from different walks of life
The best way to deflate a big ego

As we observe Veterans Day this Saturday, November 11th, this episode is dedicated to all the brave men and women of our military who serve and sacrifice on behalf of our great country. From all of us at How Leaders Lead, thank you for your service.

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 (Paul Sarvadi) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Nov 06, 2023

Show notes

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

Should you hire people for their input or their output?
When have you failed fast and what did you learn from it?
What’s your take on how companies today should incorporate DE&I into their organizations?

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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!

#159: Paul Sarvadi, Chairman & CEO of Insperity — Making differences work Nov 02, 2023

Show notes

It’s our responsibility as leaders to make sure that people from every walk of life are included and heard and valued when they come to work.

But how do we do that? This is a challenge that everyone is working on, though, let’s be honest: a lot of diversity, equality, and inclusion initiatives at the corporate level just aren’t moving the needle enough.

Our guest in this episode thinks about DEI (diversity, equality, and inclusion) differently. Paul Sarvadi is the Chairman and CEO of Insperity, an HR solutions company for small and midsize businesses.

Hear how Paul and his team embrace diversity as a starting point and then build on it to find a true sense of commonality and cohesion.

Instead of just checking off a box for DEI initiatives, they’re actually developing genuine connections that really move their business forward, all while making sure everyone has a voice at the table.

You’re going to love hearing how Paul values people and how it shows up in the way his company operates.

You’ll also learn:

Why you need a people plan (and how to build one)
A better way to think about hiring that goes beyond a boost in productivity
The reason many DEI programs fall short
The powerful insight Paul got by talking to his closed-lost accounts early on
Tips for growing as a leader as your company grows, too

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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