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3 More Questions (Michael Walrath) with David Novak and Koula Callahan May 01, 2023

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Welcome back to 3 More Questions, an episode series where we continue the conversation that we started last week with our featured guest. On this episode, we're talking about our interview with Michael Walrath, Chairman and CEO of Yext, to learn even more about how great leaders build what's missing.

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#132: Michael Walrath, CEO of Yext – Build what’s missing Apr 27, 2023

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Today’s guest is Michael Walrath, Chairman and CEO of Yext, and a remarkable entrepreneur.

In three years, he built a $35 million company called Right Media – and then sold it to Yahoo for almost $800 million.

No doubt about it – those are some impressive numbers.

But when you dig a little deeper, what makes Michael truly impressive is how he’s found lessons and growth and opportunities along the way.

He is always looking for what’s missing and how he can build it.

If you can see what problems haven’t been solved yet – for your industry, your customers, or even your team – and then build something to solve it, you’re going to find success.

It’s a vital skill for entrepreneurs and every other kind of leader. Listen to this conversation with Michael and see how it’s done.

You’ll also learn:

Why organizations in turmoil can be fantastic learning opportunities
A process you can use to navigate change
The #1 piece of advice for entrepreneurs when building a product
The surprising advantage you have if your career path hasn’t been a straight line
Why your point of view on humanity impacts your success as a 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 (Annie Young-Scrivner) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Apr 24, 2023

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Welcome back to 3 More Questions, an episode series where we continue the conversation that we started last week with our featured guest. On this episode, we're talking about our interview with Annie Young-Scrivner, CEO of Wella, to learn even more about why you should surround yourself with different perspectives.

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#131: Annie Young-Scrivner, CEO of Wella – Surround yourself with different perspectives Apr 20, 2023

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Today’s guest is Annie Young-Scrivner, CEO of Wella, one of the world’s top beauty companies.

Annie is a seasoned leader with a phenomenal track record of growth in her prior roles at Godiva, Starbucks, and PepsiCo.

You don’t get that kind of consistency without being a strong leader. And one thing that makes Annie a strong leader is that she intentionally surrounds herself with diverse perspectives. Even more importantly, she really listens and learns from them.

It’s a must-have skill for leaders.

You’ve got to seek out people who see things differently than you if you want to make better decisions, build stronger teams, and really push yourself and your organization to grow.

Listen to this conversation to see how it’s done.

You’ll also learn:

Three practical tips to manage people who are older than you
Specific questions to ask in order to understand and grow a business
Priceless advice for perfectionists who feel like they need to have all the answers
Why every leader needs an external network – and how to develop it
One idea to use next time you present over Zoom to ensure you connect with your team

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 (Chris Gheysens) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Apr 17, 2023

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Welcome back to 3 More Questions, an episode series where we continue the conversation that we started last week with our featured guest. On this episode, we're talking about our interview with Chris Gheysens, the President and CEO of Wawa, to dive even deeper into the idea of why when you do the right thing, the right things happen.

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#130: Chris Gheysens, President & CEO of Wawa – Do the right thing and the right things happen Apr 13, 2023

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Today’s guest is Chris Gheysens, the President and CEO of Wawa.

If you’ve spent time in the Philadelphia area, you know: Wawa is one of the most beloved convenience store chains in America.

Chris has been with Wawa for more than 25 years, and he has played a huge role in growing Wawa to what it is today.

He believes that putting customers and employees first – truly taking care of people – is the key to scaling a successful business.

In other words, when you do the right thing, the right things happen.

If you want to learn how to operationalize that big idea…

If you want to build a people-first culture…

If you’re trying to scale something without losing that human element…

Then this is the episode for you!

You’ll also learn:

What to prioritize when you’re scaling a people-first culture
The importance of storytelling to growing an organization
Two key advantages of an employee-owned company
When to honor tradition versus when to innovate
Why knowing your authentic self is key to long-term career satisfaction

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 (Uri Levine) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Apr 10, 2023

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Welcome back to 3 More Questions, an episode series where we continue the conversation that we started last week with our featured guest. On this episode, we're talking about our interview with Uri Levine, co-founder of Waze, to learn even more about why you shouldn't be afraid to fail.

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#129: Uri Levine, Co-founder of Waze – Don't be afraid to fail Apr 06, 2023

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Today’s guest is Uri Levine, the co-founder of the navigation app Waze. Get this: Uri has built not ONE but TWO companies that have reached a valuation of one billion dollars without going public. That is some rarified air among entrepreneurs!

He’s passionate about using technology to solve real-world problems that actually make people’s lives better. And he knows exactly what it takes to do it!

But – as you’ll hear in this conversation – for all his success, Uri is not afraid to fail.

Because let's face it, in business, things don't always go according to plan. But if we can learn to see failure as a valuable experience and use it to our advantage, we can achieve amazing things.

You’ll also learn:

• A practical idea to help you build a better culture

• The #1 reason entrepreneurs say their startup failed – and how to avoid it

• The question you need to ask yourself 30 days after each new hire

• Game-changing insights to help you find your product market fit

• Three tips to manage your boss (or your board)

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.

#128: The Best of Q1 Mar 30, 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.

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3 More Questions (Dawn Hudson) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Mar 27, 2023

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Welcome back to 3 More Questions, an episode series where we continue the conversation that we started last week with our featured guest. On this episode, we're talking about our interview with Dawn Hudson, the former President and CEO of Pepsi-Cola North America and former CMO of the NFL, to learn even more about why you should evolve your culture.

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