The Driven Leadership Podcast
With 14+ years of leadership development and training, the hosts, Mary and Eric, are experts in handling interpersonal conflict within teams and overcoming personal challenges within individuals that ultimately hinder their leadership ability. This podcast aims to share that expertise through conversation around:
- Real-life, challenging leadership scenarios (submitted by listeners)
- Common roadblocks in one’s leadership journey
- Topics at the forefront of leadership and organizational development
- Interviews with other industry-leading experts.
22. Powering Through Adversity with Four Time Coach of the Year Kristina Hernandez
21. Embracing Adversity - The Path to a Growth Mindset
In this conversation, Connor, Eric & Mary explore the themes of adversity and the importance of developing a growth mindset. We discuss the differences between fixed and growth mindsets, share personal experiences, and provide practical tools for overcoming challenges. The conversation emphasizes the necessity of awareness, accountability, and the ability to learn from failure as essential components of personal development. The hosts encourage listeners to embrace adversity as a means of growth and to seek clarity in their goals.
20. Conquering Imposter Syndrom Pt 1
In this the first part of this 2 part episode of the Driven Leadership Podcast, the hosts dive into the concept of imposter syndrome, exploring its impact on personal and professional growth. We discuss various types of imposter syndrome, share our personal experiences, and offer strategies for overcoming these feelings. We wanted our conversation to emphasize the importance of mindset, self-awareness, and the value of making mistakes as part of the learning process.
We'll See You in 2025!!
We wanted to take a moment to say thank you for listening and being a part of this journey for us in 2024! We have such an amazing time putting these episodes together and can’t wait for what 2025 has in store. We’ll you all in the new year!
19. What Exactly is BOLD?
This week we’re diving into the BOLD: Advanced Leadership that we at Driven Leadership offer. We’ve talked about it so much on the show so we finally explore its origins, the psychological foundations, and the transformative impact it has on participants. Connor, Eric and Mary discuss the importance of emotional engagement, the 1% principle for lasting change, and the necessity of navigating the unknown in leadership. They emphasize that true leadership is about influence and personal growth, and they encourage listeners to embrace discomfort for meaningful development.
18. The Challenges of Leading UP
In this episode of the Driven Leadership Podcast, Austin, Eric and Connor discuss the concept of leading UP within organizations. We explore the challenges faced by middle managers in influencing those above them, the importance of building trust, and the role of vulnerability in leadership. The conversation emphasizes the need for curiosity, solution-mindedness, and effective communication in fostering healthy relationships with superiors. We share personal experiences and practical advice for navigating difficult managerial relationships and enhancing leadership skills.
17. Navigating Some Tough Conversations
In this episode of the Driven Leadership Podcast, Mary, Eric and Connor discuss various leadership challenges based on Reddit stories and submissions. They explore the complexities of holding staff accountable in a family-run business, managing emotional employees, and addressing cognitive dissonance within teams. At the end of it all, these submissions truly emphasize the importance of accountability, emotional intelligence, and effective communication in fostering a positive workplace culture.
16. The Essentials of Cultivating Leaders
In this episode, the team talks through what we believe to be the essential elements of cultivating and training leaders within organizations. We explore foundational principles necessary for effective leadership development, the impact of company size on leadership strategies, and the importance of creating a psychologically safe environment for leaders to learn from their failures. Our conversation also emphasizes the significance of followership, structured training programs, and the integration of internal and external training resources to foster a strong leadership culture. Ultimately, we want to highlight that intentional effort is crucial for developing effective leaders and achieving long-term business success.
15. The Art of Conflict Management w/ Dr. Ralph Kilmann
In this conversation, Ralph Kilmann shares his extensive experience in conflict management, discussing the origins of his work, the development of the Thomas-Kilmann Instrument (TKI), and the importance of understanding and managing conflict in organizations. He emphasizes the need for a supportive organizational culture, the role of leadership, and the significance of addressing both external and internal conflicts. Kilmann also reflects on his legacy and the impact he hopes to have through his work.
14. Burn Your Ships!!
13. Becoming a Leader Worth Following w/Brigham Dickinson of Power Selling Pros
12. Zone 2 Leadership
In this episode, Austin, Connor and Eric discuss the concept of Zone 2 leadership, which is inspired by Zone 2 cardio training in running. Zone 2 leadership focuses on finding a balance between effort and efficiency in leadership. Connor and Austin share their personal experiences with Zone 2 running and how it relates to their leadership journeys. They explain that Zone 2 leadership involves slowing down, being intentional, and finding a sustainable pace. The goal is to achieve a state of control and flow in leadership, where one can lead with less effort and greater effectiveness. The conversation explores the concept of zone two running and how it can be applied to leadership and life.
11. How To Be Conflict Effective
In this episode of the Driven Leadership Podcast, we’re talking about the often misunderstood topic of conflict in the workplace. We explore the concept of being ‘conflict effective’ rather than simply resolving conflict, emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and understanding different conflict modalities. Today’s conversation highlights the significant costs of unresolved conflict in organizations and provides practical tools and techniques for managing conflict effectively. Mary and Eric share personal anecdotes and insights from their experiences, with the aim to equip listeners with the knowledge to navigate conflict in a healthy and productive manner.
10. What's the Endgame to Leadership?
Today, Eric, Connor and Tony react to submissions from the Leadership subreddit. They explore how leadership and startups can balance a fast-paced environment with building a strong and supportive culture. They also discuss how to develop a vision for a plant and change its culture. Finally, they answer a pretty big question: what is the end game of being a leader and what motivates individuals in leadership roles?
Submit your own questions or challenges here: https://forms.gle/GGFk7VqbBLtRAoaw6
9. Secrets Of Building A Winning Culture w/2024 National Champion Coach David Roditi
In this conversation, we talk with long time friend and partner David Roditi, head coach of TCU Tennis. He shares his insights on building a successful team culture, the importance of individual player development along with the strategies he employs to create a player-led environment. He discusses the challenges of recruitment, maintaining engagement among players, and balancing personal and professional life.
8. The Power of a Player-Led Team
7. How to Sustain Engagement With Your Team
6. What Does (Dis)Engagement Really Look Like In Your Business?
Engagement is a key aspect of leadership, but many leaders struggle to understand and measure it. Engagement can be categorized into three groups: engaged, disengaged, and actively disengaged. Engagement is influenced by management, with 70% of engagement determined by the manager’s leadership style.
5. Setting Goals and Staying Consistent w/Michael Venidis
Today we are joined by Michael Venidis from Ryno Strategic Solutions! This conversation revolves around the importance of goal setting and consistency. Mary and Mike discuss their personal experiences with goal setting and how it has impacted their lives. They emphasize the significance of writing down goals and the power of visualization through techniques like vision boards. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the role of why in goal setting and the importance of aligning actions with intentions. Mike emphasizes the need to have a strong Why and passion behind your goals, as well as the importance of character and building leaders. He shares practical tips such as using sticky notes and creating a journal to stay consistent. Mary highlights the significance of having hope and a clear vision, as well as the power of small actions and measuring progress. They discuss the role of mindset and the need to be coachable and open to learning. The conversation concludes with a focus on helping others and the importance of connection and empathy.
4. The ROI of Leadership Development
This week’s conversation revolves around the topic of ROI on leadership development. Eric, Mary, Austin and Connor discuss the importance of investing in leadership and the potential return on investment. They emphasize the need for training to be immersive, practical, and emotionally impactful in order to produce meaningful results. The conversation also touches on the role of culture in supporting leadership development and the challenges of measuring the quantitative and qualitative ROI of training.
3. Learning from Our Worst Leadership Moments
In this conversation, the team discuss their worst experiences with leadership conversations. They share stories of mishandled conversations and the negative impact they had on relationships and team dynamics. The hosts reflect on the importance of empathy, understanding, and collaboration in these conversations. They also discuss the need for leaders to take responsibility for their actions and to create a safe space for open dialogue and problem-solving. The conversation highlights the significance of building trust and strong relationships with team members to navigate difficult conversations effectively.
2. Why Driven Leadership Exists
In this episode, Connor, Eric, and Mary discuss the origins of Driven Leadership and the challenges they faced in the early years. They share how they came up with the name Driven Leadership and the vision behind it. They also talk about the importance of embracing adversity and how it shaped their mindset and approach to business. The conversation highlights the significance of effective communication and building a strong partnership in overcoming obstacles and achieving success. Driven is a leadership development company that focuses on helping individuals and teams reach their full potential. The founders, Eric and Mary, emphasize the importance of connection, authenticity, and continuous growth in leadership. They believe that effective leadership is about influencing others and creating a positive impact. Driven aims to provide online training and coaching to support individuals and organizations in their leadership journey. They also have a vision to work with college sports teams and help coaches build strong, connected teams. The future of Driven involves leveraging technology and innovative delivery methods to make a lasting impact on individuals and businesses.
1. Attributes of Effective Leaders
The conversation revolves around the topic of leadership and what qualifies someone to be a leader in a business or team. The Driven team discuss the common mistakes of promoting high performers to leadership positions without considering their leadership skills. They emphasize the importance of emotional intelligence in leaders and suggest ways to measure it, such as observing how well they connect with others and their ability to handle adversity. The conversation also touches on the natural leadership qualities seen in children and the need to define what leadership means in a specific role and organization. They also highlight the need for curiosity and the value of utilizing individuals who may not have leadership qualities but possess other valuable skills. The hosts stress the significance of finding the right person for the organization’s culture and the importance of ongoing support and development for leaders.
Driven Leadership Podcast Trailer
So, what does this look like practically? It means giving people permission to bring everything they have to every part of their life. It means building a culture that sticks, achieving record profits in their business, fostering healthy conflict, building a strong marriage, and forming authentic relationships with their kids – the impact is limitless! And we’ve seen it hundreds of times in our trainings.
We’re bringing you this podcast to help you discover that level of true, authentic leadership
