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#399: Answering Your Leadership Questions Jun 04, 2026

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In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede answer key leadership questions submitted by listeners, offering practical advice for real-world challenges, including:

coaching young leaders to shift from self-focused language to team-oriented communication
how new leaders can maximize their first 90 days by building relationships, listening, and learning rather than rushing into action
balancing strategic thinking with daily operations, and provide tips for leading remote teams without falling into micromanagement

Overall, the episode equips leaders with actionable steps to increase their influence and enhance team performance.

#398: How to Get a Return on Failure May 28, 2026

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In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore how leaders can gain a return on failure by shifting their mindset and approach. They encourage listeners to view failure not as part of their identity but as a valuable learning opportunity that fuels growth and innovation. The hosts break down strategies for differentiating between good and bad misses, extracting lessons, and modeling resilience. They also offer actionable advice on creating a culture where teams embrace mistakes, analyze outcomes, and consistently improve performance.

#397: Stop Being Nice! May 21, 2026

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In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore the crucial difference between being nice and being kind as a leader. They explain how avoiding difficult conversations might seem nice, but choosing kindness—delivering honest, clear feedback with care—actually drives growth and trust within teams. Through practical examples and personal stories, they show listeners how to be honest with empathy and clarity. They also offer actionable strategies for setting expectations, building trust, and creating a culture where team members feel valued and challenged to improve.

#396: What's the Real Cost of Leadership Development? May 14, 2026

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Wondering how much it costs to develop your teams? In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede share research that shows how investment in leadership development not only increases team effectiveness, but also positively impacts employee engagement and retention. They discuss how developing leaders can multiply productivity, reduce turnover, and shape a strong company culture. Get practical advice on how to create and implement effective development plans without unnecessary complexity, for long-term organizational success.

#395: What Leaders Don't Get to Do feat. Corey Baker May 07, 2026

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In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley sit down with speaker and executive coach Corey Baker to discuss what's off-limits for leaders: disengagement. They share practical stories demonstrating the importance of self-awareness and intentionality in a leader's daily actions and choices. They also highlight the necessity for leaders to set personal guardrails and maintain authenticity, even when facing challenging circumstances. Discover actionable strategies for building accountability, strengthening team culture, and ensuring a positive influence in both professional and personal settings.

#394: A Leader's AI Roadmap with Farshad Asl (Part 2) Apr 30, 2026

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In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley bring back leadership expert Farshad Ashl to continue exploring how leaders can create an AI-ready culture, centering on curiosity, collaboration, and empowering innovation within their teams. They discuss strategies for building trust and transparency around AI adoption, ensuring that ethical considerations and people remain at the heart of technological transformation. The conversation also covers the risks of AI fatigue and the importance of maintaining mental well-being and human oversight in an increasingly digital environment. They also share a practical 30-60-90 day roadmap that equips leaders with actionable steps to integrate AI responsibly and effectively into their organizations.

#393: A Leader's AI Roadmap with Farshad Asl (Part 1) Apr 23, 2026

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In this episode, Chris Goede, Perry Holley, and leadership expert Farshad Asl explore the evolving role of AI in leadership and how it can amplify, rather than replace, a leader's impact. They show listeners the value of integrating multiple dimensions of leadership to drive both personal and organizational growth. The conversation highlights the importance of taking action on AI adoption, addressing common fears, and starting with small, meaningful pilot projects to create an AI-ready culture. Listeners gain practical insights into effective AI prompting, building executive-level frameworks, and leveraging AI as a partner to enhance speed, accuracy, and trust within their teams.

#392: Grow Your People Before You Promote Your People Apr 16, 2026

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In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore why organizations should focus on growing their people before promoting them. They discuss the pitfalls of promoting high performers without adequate leadership development and how this impacts team engagement and organizational performance. They share research-based strategies for identifying and preparing high-potential employees for leadership roles, stressing the importance of intentional development plans. Listeners will gain actionable insights on fostering a culture of growth, ensuring new leaders are equipped to succeed, and driving stronger results across their teams.

#391: How to Create Momentum with Don Yaeger (Part 2) Apr 09, 2026

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In this episode, Perry Holley, Chris Goede, and Don Yaeger continue to explore the practical steps leaders can take to create and sustain momentum within their organizations. They share a visual model that helps leaders understand the importance of preparation, culture, and the recruitment of team members who prioritize group success. Listeners learn how belief and mindset work together to drive sustained momentum, and why consistent leader communication plays a critical role in influencing team climate. The discussion also offers actionable strategies for building a feedback loop after each momentum cycle, equipping leaders to prepare for future opportunities.

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#390: The Law of Big Mo with Don Yaeger (Part 1) Apr 02, 2026

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In this episode, Perry Holley, Chris Goede, and guest Don Yeager the critical role momentum plays in leadership. They share research and real-world stories to clarify why leaders must not only recognize but also actively create and sustain momentum within their teams. The discussion highlights the importance of spotting and leveraging the "spark" that ignites progress, as well as celebrating small victories to build belief and engagement. Listeners gain practical strategies for fostering a positive team environment, staying alert for opportunities, and understanding how energy and enthusiasm can spread through effective leadership.

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