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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 (David Solomon) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Jun 05, 2023

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

Is leadership about what David Solomon says "taking people where they don't want to go"?
When should you stay in your company and when is it time to go?
What should leaders keep top of mind when they decide to adjust the company's strategy?

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#137: David Solomon, CEO of Goldman Sachs – Take the long view Jun 01, 2023

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Every leader feels a pressure to deliver. People want results, and they want them now.

Because of that, it’s easy to get short-sighted. Sometimes, we don’t really give ourselves permission to think too far ahead.

But if you want success that’s sustainable, you’ve got to learn how to take a longer view of things.

That’s exactly what you’ll learn from today’s guest, David Solomon. He’s the CEO of Goldman Sachs, one of the most renowned companies in the financial industry.

David faces a lot of short-term pressures. But those don’t keep him from looking down the road and taking a long-term approach.

In this conversation, you’re gonna learn how it’s done – and why it’s crucial for any leader who wants to build trust and be a part of something that lasts.

You’ll also learn:

An economic outlook and summary that every leader needs to hear right now
3 questions to evaluate your career path
An important mindset shift you need to make if your company operates in multiple divisions
Why it’s important to make time for your hobbies (you won’t believe David’s side hustle!)
Two keys to success for any small business leader

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 (Nat Turner) with David Novak and Koula Callahan May 29, 2023

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

Do you have any advice for leaders about how to select a business partner?
How can leaders overcome the fear of getting started and just do it?
Is there a time in your career where you’ve had "strong opinions loosely held" ... or maybe where you've done that poorly? (SPOILER ALERT: he's done it poorly at times and shares those incredible stories)

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#136: Nat Turner, CEO of Collectors – Just get started May 25, 2023

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Today’s episode starts with 20 snakes getting loose in the Houston airport and it only gets better from there!

See what we mean when you listen to today’s episode with Nat Turner. He’s the CEO of Collectors, which helps collectors buy, sell, trade, and even authenticate their collections.

Nat is one of those people who has entrepreneurship running through his veins. He has been building businesses since he was 12 years old.

And at every point, he has this fearless ability to jump in the deep end and get started with the work, instead of waiting around for perfect timing or the perfect idea.

It’s the kind of courage and hard work we can ALL learn a lot from and get inspired by. Listen and see what kind of incredible things can happen in your life when you just get started.

You’ll also learn:

The #1 quality to look for in new hires if you want to boost execution
The power of an outside perspective when it comes to innovation
A practical (and old school!) way to be more observant during the day
One question to ask at the end of every meeting when you’re in the discovery process
The most dangerous thing once you’ve become successful – and how to avoid it

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 (Justin Thomas) with David Novak and Koula Callahan May 22, 2023

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On 3MQ, we continue the conversation that we started last week with our featured guest. On this episode, we're talking about our interview with Justin Thomas, pro golfer and defending PGA Championship winner, to learn even more about how great leaders manage their mindset.

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#135: Justin Thomas, pro golfer and defending PGA Championship winner – Manage your mindset May 18, 2023

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The PGA Championship tees off today at Oak Hill East in Rochester!

And if you were watching this event last year, then you got to see today’s guest, Justin Thomas, make an absolutely epic comeback. He came from seven strokes back to win in a playoff and notch his second win at a Major.

He’s an extraordinary player who knows the importance of managing his own mindset out on the course.

That’s true for great golfers … and it’s just as true for great leaders.

You’ve got to understand how much your mentality affects your performance and your team. If you’re not intentional about what’s going on inside your own head, it can cost you.

Whether you’re a golf fan or not, Justin has so many great insights that will help you manage your own mindset better.

You’ll also learn:

How to stay positive and yet learn from failures
The mentality you need to play from behind – whether on the golf course or at work
How to manage your nerves in pressure-packed situations
Why a results-oriented approach to goal-setting can actually help you achieve more
The powerful advice Justin got from Tom Brady that helped him snap out of a funk
A funny story that shows what it’s like to be Tiger Woods’ partner on the golf course

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 (Bonnie Hill) with David Novak and Koula Callahan May 15, 2023

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On 3MQ, we continue the conversation that we started last week with our featured guest. On this episode, we're talking about our interview with Bonnie Hill, the co-founder of Icon Blue who's also served on over a dozen Fortune 500 boards, to learn even more about how great leaders set a tone of respect.

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#134: Bonnie Hill, Co-founder of Icon Blue – Set a tone of respect May 11, 2023

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Today’s guest is Bonnie Hill, Cofounder of Icon Blue, a brand marketing company based in L.A.

Bonnie has had an incredibly varied and successful career, leading in practically every area – business, government, education, and philanthropy.

She’s also served on over a dozen corporate boards – including Yum’s, where she and David got to work together.

She’s accomplished so much in her career – and she has gleaned so much about what great leaders and great organizations have in common.

In this conversation, you’ll hear an absolute goldmine of wisdom and big insights.

You’ll also hear how Bonnie puts a high priority on respect.

When respect is your guiding principle, it’s a game changer. You listen more closely. Your awareness and understanding go to another level. You can navigate conflicts and tough situations.

And ultimately, you earn the respect of everyone around you, too, just like Bonnie has.

You’ll also learn:

How to excel in a role that seems outside of your comfort zone
The most important thing to do when you start a new leadership position
One common trap that causes leaders to get off track – and how to avoid it
Three practical ways to lead calmly in tense or charged situations
Unmissable wisdom for women and minority 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 (Bill Farish) with David Novak and Koula Callahan May 08, 2023

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On 3MQ, we continue the conversation that we started last week with our featured guest. On this episode, we're talking about our interview with Bill Farish, Founder of Woodford Racing and GM of Lane’s End Farm, to learn even more about how great leaders invest in their industry.

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#133: Bill Farish, Founder of Woodford Racing and GM of Lane’s End Farm – Invest in your industry May 04, 2023

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Just in time for this Saturday’s Kentucky Derby, today’s guest is Bill Farish.

He’s the founder of Woodford Racing and the general manager of Lane’s End Farm, one of the world’s premier thoroughbred breeding farms.

Their horse Charismatic actually won the Derby in 1999. And just last year, their horse Flightline won the 2022 Breeders’ Cup by a record distance.

This conversation will give you a rare, close-up look into the world of horse racing.

But it will also give you a close-up look at a REALLY special leader.

For all his success and world-class reputation, Bill is an incredibly humble guy with the heart of a genuine caretaker.

He loves his work. He loves his horses – his athletes, as he rightfully calls them. He loves to see the people he hires succeed. And he’s trying to leave his industry better than he found it.

It’s the kind of quietly outstanding leadership that we don’t always see elevated or showcased, but it teaches us SO much about what it really looks like to lead well.

Plus, he gives us HIS pick for the horse he’s backing this weekend, and you do NOT want to miss that!

You’ll also learn:

Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about horse racing, ownership, and breeding
The #1 thing you need to do as a leader to create alignment and ownership
One hiring practice that can help you attract great talent (but it has a downside, too)
Practical advice for working in a family business
What it was like to host the Queen of England at his farm

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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