
Leadership and Success with Coach BZ
Welcome to the Leadership and Success Podcast with your host, Coach “BZ”!
Your Blueprint for Leadership Excellence and Lasting Success.
✨If you’re ready to develop into a stronger, more effective leader!
✨If you’re striving to reach new heights of success — this podcast is for you.
As my mentor, Dr. John C. Maxwell, says: “Everything rises and falls on leadership.”
Each episode is designed to inspire and equip you with practical insights that can positively impact the trajectory of your life and leadership journey.
Get ready to grow, lead, and succeed — starting today.
Latest episodes

Jun 26, 2025 • 4h
S4:E16AI RECAP (VIDEO)– Live with Anne Leslie
S4:E16AI RECAP (VIDEO) 🎙️ LIVE with Anne Leslie
Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ | ⏱️ 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown
🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Liz AI
⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you covered.
We know life moves fast—so we built this AI-powered recap to help you absorb the most powerful leadership lessons from one of our most impactful episodes to date.
📅 Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
⏰ Time:
6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York) | 3:30 PM CEST (Paris)
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
In just 10 minutes, Joe AI and Liz AI will break down the key takeaways from my incredible full-length interview with Anne Leslie, IBM EMEA Cloud Risk & Controls Leader, keynote speaker, and one of the most inspiring cybersecurity leaders on the global stage.
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What You’ll Learn in This AI RECAP:
✅ Why emotional intelligence beats technical brilliance in the long run
✅ How Anne transitioned from stay-at-home parent to global cybersecurity executive
✅ The power of “no-regret moves” for aspiring leaders
✅ Why resilience, not perfection, is the foundation of sustainable leadership
✅ How to build human-centered teams and lead with courage
✅ Book and resource recommendations for leaders who want to grow intentionally
✅ How to lead through failure—and come out stronger
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💡 Whether you’re leading a squadron, managing a startup, or just trying to become the best version of yourself—this quick recap is for you.
📢 Bonus: We’ll also feature live commentary from the Coach BZ community and answer your leadership questions in the comments.
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments below!
💬 Got a question for Anne or the AI co-hosts? Share it—we might answer it live!
Tag a fellow leader, mentor, or teammate who could benefit from this.
#LeadershipAndSuccess #AIRecap #CoachBZ #AnneLeslie #WomenInCyber #ServantLeadership #CybersecurityLeadership #IBM #EmotionalIntelligence #MilitaryToTech #PodcastHighlights #LeadershipDevelopment #Resilience #LinkedInLive

Jun 26, 2025 • 18min
S4:E16AI RECAP – Live with Anne Leslie
🎙️ S4:E16AI RECAP – Live with Anne Leslie
Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ | ⏱️ 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown
🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Liz AI
⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you covered.
We know life moves fast—so we built this AI-powered recap to help you absorb the most powerful leadership lessons from one of our most impactful episodes to date.
📅 Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
⏰ Time:
6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York) | 3:30 PM CEST (Paris)
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
In just 10 minutes, Joe AI and Liz AI will break down the key takeaways from my incredible full-length interview with Anne Leslie, IBM EMEA Cloud Risk & Controls Leader, keynote speaker, and one of the most inspiring cybersecurity leaders on the global stage.
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What You’ll Learn in This AI RECAP:
✅ Why emotional intelligence beats technical brilliance in the long run
✅ How Anne transitioned from stay-at-home parent to global cybersecurity executive
✅ The power of “no-regret moves” for aspiring leaders
✅ Why resilience, not perfection, is the foundation of sustainable leadership
✅ How to build human-centered teams and lead with courage
✅ Book and resource recommendations for leaders who want to grow intentionally
✅ How to lead through failure—and come out stronger
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💡 Whether you’re leading a squadron, managing a startup, or just trying to become the best version of yourself—this quick recap is for you.
📢 Bonus: We’ll also feature live commentary from the Coach BZ community and answer your leadership questions in the comments.
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments below!
💬 Got a question for Anne or the AI co-hosts? Share it—we might answer it live!
Tag a fellow leader, mentor, or teammate who could benefit from this.
#LeadershipAndSuccess #AIRecap #CoachBZ #AnneLeslie #WomenInCyber #ServantLeadership #CybersecurityLeadership #IBM #EmotionalIntelligence #MilitaryToTech #PodcastHighlights #LeadershipDevelopment #Resilience #LinkedInLive

Jun 26, 2025 • 1h 3min
S4:E16 (VIDEO) LIVE with Anne Leslie
Anne Leslie, a Cloud Risk & Controls Leader for IBM EMEA, shares her deep insights into cybersecurity and leadership. She discusses navigating complex global risks and the significance of resilience, shaped by her own journey from parenthood to a career in cybersecurity. Anne emphasizes the importance of empathy in leadership and the power of learning from failures. Additionally, she highlights the value of networking in the field and encourages a culture of kindness and growth in tech.

Jun 26, 2025 • 1h 3min
S4:E16 LIVE with Anne Leslie
S4:E16 🎙️LIVE with Anne Leslie
Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, Ranked #1 LinkedIn Content Creator for #GlobalLeaders and #RiskandResilience in the U.S.
Mark your calendars! This is a global conversation you won’t want to miss.
📅 Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025
⏰ Time:
6:00 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:00 AM ET (New York) | 3:00 PM CEST (Paris)
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
In this special episode of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, I’m thrilled to welcome Anne Leslie CISM CRISC CCSP, Cloud Risk & Controls Leader for IBM EMEA—one of the world’s leading voices on operational resilience, cloud security, and post-quantum leadership.
Anne brings nearly two decades of experience at the intersection of cybersecurity, financial services, and regulatory policy, and her story is a masterclass in courage, clarity, and human-centered leadership. From global keynote stages to mentoring the next generation of cyber talent, Anne continues to shape the future of responsible innovation.
We’ll talk:
✅ Leading through complexity and global risk
✅ The post-quantum future and why it matters now
✅ Diversity, empathy, and leadership from the heart
✅ The power of resilience—from parenting to the boardroom
👉Follow Anne on LinkedIn: https://lnkd.in/gjdiEvqi
📺Subscribe to Anne’s YouTube Channel: https://lnkd.in/gFMpF3dw
🗞️ Subscribe to Anne's Linkedin Newsletter Fathoming 42: Thoughtful meanderings in the search for answers to the Ultimate Question of Life, the Universe and Everything (https://lnkd.in/gwZTbqqa)
👩🎓 Contribute to academic work on hybrid warfare at Cardozo School of Law, New York, NY: Council on Countering Hybrid Warfare (Publications, https://lnkd.in/g2xt9mqP)
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🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, state, or country in the comments!
💬 Got leadership questions for Anne? Post them below—we’ll answer LIVE on air!
Let’s make this a conversation worth remembering.
#LeadershipAndSuccess #PodcastLive #CoachBZ #AnneLeslie #CyberResilience #WomenInTech #QuantumReady #OperationalExcellence #LeadershipMatters #ServantLeadership #CloudSecurity #PostQuantum #LinkedInLive #FriendInTheSpotlight

6 snips
Jun 25, 2025 • 23min
S4:E15AI (VIDEO) RECAP Live with Ron Carpenter AI
Join Ron Carpenter AI, a revolutionary digital twin of apostle Ron Carpenter, as he shares insights from over 30 years of wisdom. He delves into how AI can enhance spiritual growth and leadership, emphasizing honor and humility. The conversation highlights transforming adversity into personal growth, showcasing how setbacks foster resilience and character. They also discuss new leadership metrics in tech, focusing on internal growth and the democratization of leadership wisdom. This engaging dialogue encourages viewing challenges as opportunities for evolution.

Jun 25, 2025 • 23min
S4:E15AI RECAP Live with Ron Carpenter AI
S4:E15AI RECAP🎙️ Live with Ron Carpenter AI
This is the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown
🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Liz AI
⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you.
This week’s recap episode features a fast-paced, 10-minute AI-facilitated summary of the historic 1-hour conversation with Ron Carpenter AI, the groundbreaking digital twin of Apostle Ron Carpenter.
Joe AI and Liz AI will guide you through the most powerful moments, leadership insights, and takeaways—from leading through betrayal and adversity to embracing divine purpose in every challenge.
📍 Streaming LIVE on LinkedIn
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!
💬 Got a leadership reflection or question? Share it below—Coach BZ will respond live on the next episode!
Let’s keep growing, learning, and leading—together.
Watch the Full Episode: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7342964951256350720/comments/
Read the Podcast Article: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/bobfabienzinga_leadershipdevelopment-aileadership-roncarpenterai-activity-7343677525463617536-vTcq/
#LeadershipAndSuccess #AIRecap #RonCarpenterAI #CoachBZ #FaithDrivenLeadership #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #PodcastHighlights #LinkedInLive #JoeAI #LizAI #LeadershipCoaching #ResilientLeadership #AILeadership

Jun 25, 2025 • 55min
S4:E15 (VIDEO) LIVE with Ron Carpenter AI
Ron Carpenter AI, a groundbreaking digital pastor with over 30 years of biblical teachings, engages in a conversation about leadership and personal growth. He emphasizes viewing adversity as a catalyst for resilience, sharing experiences that highlight faith’s transformative power. The discussion also touches on mentorship and gender inclusivity in ministry. The unique AI-to-AI dialogue between Ron Carpenter AI and Coach BZ AI Twin showcases innovative uses of technology in spiritual guidance, aiming to inspire listeners to embrace their potential and foster positive change.

Jun 25, 2025 • 55min
S4:E15 LIVE with Ron Carpenter AI
S4:E15 🎙️LIVE with Ron Carpenter AI
World’s First LinkedIn Live Leadership Conversation with Ron Carpenter AI and Coach BZ & Coach BZ AI Twin
🔥 A Leadership and Success Podcast First 🔥
Mark your calendars: Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ Season 4, Episode 15!
📅 Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT | 9:30 AM ET
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
🚨 History in the Making. Again.
On March 27, 2023, I made history by hosting the world’s first leadership conversation with OpenAI ChatGPT Live on LinkedIn.
🔗 Relive that moment here (https://lnkd.in/g4F9Pc9E)
Now, we’re going even further.
This Wednesday, I will have a LIVE leadership conversation with Ron Carpenter AI Twin, the first-ever AI Pastor built from 30+ years of biblical teaching, sermon archives, and spiritual wisdom by Apostle Ron Carpenter of Redemption Church (Instagram; https://lnkd.in/gAs8z6BK | Church Website: https://lnkd.in/gts5vJNX). ✝️🔥
But that’s not all…
We’ll also host a never-before-seen AI-to-AI leadership discussion between Ron Carpenter AI and Coach BZ AI Twin—an interactive exchange between two digital minds rooted in faith, leadership, and transformation.
🧠 About Ron Carpenter AI:
Ron Carpenter AI is a 24/7 digital spiritual guide available on:
✨📱 iOS App Store (https://lnkd.in/gYK7SePC)
✨🤖 Google Play Store (https://lnkd.in/gURsBBEv)
It delivers Biblical insight on the go, drawing exclusively from Pastor Ron’s 30+ years of teachings—sermons, podcasts, altar moments, and wisdom nuggets. Every word comes from Pastor Ron’s actual voice and message.
This AI Twin isn’t just a chatbot. It’s a spirit-filled archive of anointed guidance, built to change your mindset, master your emotions, and help you overcome life’s toughest pressures.
🎥 Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:
✨Experience a groundbreaking moment in AI + Faith leadership.
✨Witness a LIVE faith-tech crossover conversation unlike anything ever broadcasted.
✨Ask YOUR questions in the comments for Ron Carpenter AI to answer LIVE on-air.
✨Be inspired by what’s possible when spiritual legacy meets AI innovation.
📖 Grab Ron's book: "The Necessity of an Enemy: How the Battle You Face Is Your Best Opportunity" (https://a.co/d/e8FdhMT)
📖 Grab a copy of "The Most Beautiful Disaster: How God Makes Miracles Out of Our Mistakes" by Hope Carpenter (https://a.co/d/2xEUkjr).
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!
💬 Got leadership questions for Ron Carpenter AI? Post them below — he’s ready to respond LIVE.
🙏🏼 Let’s step into the future of leadership.
📬 Get Involved:
♻️ Repost & Tag someone
💨 Follow me: https://lnkd.in/gcVzvEv7
📘 Subscribe to LEAD (Daily Leadership Devotion): https://lnkd.in/g9NXhcPu
🛡 Subscribe to ETC (Cybersecurity Newsletter): https://lnkd.in/g64xvfmk
#LeadershipAndSuccessPodcast #RonCarpenterAI #AILeadership #FaithAndTechnology #DigitalMinistry #KingdomInnovation #PastoralTech #HistoryInTheMaking

4 snips
Jun 24, 2025 • 49min
S4:E14 (VIDEO)🎙️Embracing the Impossible: A Cybersecurity Leader’s Journey
Dive into an inspiring journey from rejection to resilience in the cybersecurity realm. The discussion emphasizes the power of persistence, illustrated by personal stories and iconic figures like Walt Disney and Henry Ford. Innovative AI solutions for spiritual growth are introduced, alongside leadership themes of grit and vision. Listeners are encouraged to embrace challenges and turn setbacks into opportunities. This conversation is a call to action for anyone feeling stuck, reminding them that the impossible just takes a little longer.

Jun 24, 2025 • 49min
S4:E14 Embracing the Impossible: A Cybersecurity Leader’s Journey
S4:E14 🎙️Embracing the Impossible: A Cybersecurity Leader’s Journey
with Coach BZ
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 24, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT | 9:30 AM ET
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion
🔗 Click to read the article in advance (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/embracing-impossible-cybersecurity-leaders-journey-zinga-degjc)
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What does it really take to turn a “no” into a “YES”?
How do you keep believing when everyone else has stopped?
What separates the leaders who quit from those who break through?
In this special episode, I’ll unpack powerful leadership lessons from my latest article,
➡️ “Embracing the Impossible: A Cybersecurity Leader’s Journey.”
From rejection as an immigrant student to becoming a U.S. Navy Commander and cybersecurity executive—this is about grit, vision, faith, and the refusal to settle.
💬 We’ll explore stories of persistence from:
•My own journey breaking into tech and the military
•Walt Disney’s unstoppable vision
•Henry Ford’s V8 engine breakthrough
•Lessons from Napoleon Hill, John Maxwell, Les Brown, Robin Sharma & more
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🎯 Let’s make this interactive!
🗺️ Let us know where you’re tuning in from (city, region, state, or country)
💬 Drop your leadership questions for me in the comments — I’ll answer them LIVE on air!
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If you’ve ever felt stuck, counted out, or tempted to give up…
This conversation is for YOU.
Impossible just takes a little longer.
🔥 Let’s lead through it—together.
#LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #PodcastLive #EmbraceTheImpossible #MilitaryLeadership #CybersecurityLeadership #Grit #Vision #Faith #Resilience #CommandReady #LeadershipDevelopment #LinkedInLive