

Leveraging Thought Leadership
Peter Winick and Bill Sherman
Welcome to the Leveraging Thought Leadership podcast, a beacon illuminating the paths and possibilities of thought leadership. With your guides, Peter Winick and Bill Sherman, we will embark on a journey into a captivating world where ideas converge with strategy and insight.
Where will thought leadership take you?
In each episode, we engage with thought leaders from diverse backgrounds. Whether it's professional keynote speaking, writing your own thought leadership book, investigating the niche expertise of specialized consultants, or crossing mental swords with distinguished academics, our guests collectively paint a vivid mosaic of thought leadership's multifaceted potential.
Through nuanced perspectives and rich experience, our talented co-hosts aim to offer you views of the ways independent thought leaders navigate success, elevate talent, and change company culture – while simultaneously examining how organizations harness the power of thought leadership to catalyze innovation and nurture sustainable growth.
Peter Winick is your guide through the realm of independent thought leadership. For the past two decades, he has helped individuals and organizations build and grow revenue streams through designing and growing their thought leadership platforms as well as acting as a guide and advisor for increasing business to business sales of thought leadership products. Peter is the Founder and CEO of Thought Leadership Leverage. His clients come from a diverse set of backgrounds and specialties. They include New York Times bestselling business book authors, members of the Speakers' Hall of Fame, recipients of the Thinkers50 award, CEOs of public and privately held companies, and academics at prestigious institutions such as Yale, Wharton, Dartmouth, and London School of Business.
With a keen eye for detail, he delves into the intricacies of crafting personal brands, fostering genuine engagement with audiences, and expertly monetizing one's expertise. From the artistry of crafting keynote speeches that resonate with audiences to the strategic deployment of bestselling books as conduits for inspiration and insight, Peter's guests offer a treasure trove of strategies for creating value and impact and driving revenue through thought leadership.
Bill Sherman specializes in the exploration of organizational thought leadership. He examines how companies conceive, curate, and deploy thought leadership initiatives, and how those initiatives benefit the orgs and the people who work within them. Bill listens to the stories and advice of industry leaders and their triumphs within the competitive business landscape. Whether through the dissemination of white papers that shape industry discourse, webinars that educate and engage, or insightful executive blogs that offer thought leadership at the highest echelons of corporate governance, Bill's guests provide illuminating perspectives on the evolution of organizational thought leadership and its pivotal role in shaping industry paradigms and perceptions.
Bill concentrates on organizational consulting and business expertise, investigating organizational thought leadership and its effects, from instructional design and learning product development to marketing strategy and execution, to organizational development and transformational consulting. He enjoys working with business leaders, speakers, authors, academics, and other consultants, connecting their ideas organizational platforms and enterprise-ready product development.
As the series unfolds, Peter and Bill will lead us through a nuanced exploration of the latest trends and advancements in thought leadership. From the transformative impact of technology on communication and collaboration to the evolving preferences of consumers in an increasingly digital marketplace, they will dissect the shifting landscape with precision and insight. Moreover, they will shine a spotlight on emerging modalities that are reshaping the contours of thought leadership, from the ascendance of virtual events as a cornerstone of engagement to the growing influence of social media platforms as conduits for thought dissemination and audience interaction. Through their discerning analysis, they will reveal how thought leaders can adeptly harness these trends to amplify their reach, captivate new audiences, and maximize their influence in an ever-evolving business environment.
Whether you find yourself at the height of your career as a seasoned thought leader, or whether you stand at the threshold of possibility as an aspiring entrepreneur, the Leveraging Thought Leadership podcast offers an enriching voyage of discovery.
Join us as we unravel the enigmatic secrets to success in the vibrant realm of thought leadership, where ideas have the power to shape perceptions, drive change, and inspire action. Together, let us explore how you, too, can engineer value, evoke impact, and cultivate revenue through the sheer power of your ideas and expertise.
Welcome aboard.
Where will thought leadership take you?
In each episode, we engage with thought leaders from diverse backgrounds. Whether it's professional keynote speaking, writing your own thought leadership book, investigating the niche expertise of specialized consultants, or crossing mental swords with distinguished academics, our guests collectively paint a vivid mosaic of thought leadership's multifaceted potential.
Through nuanced perspectives and rich experience, our talented co-hosts aim to offer you views of the ways independent thought leaders navigate success, elevate talent, and change company culture – while simultaneously examining how organizations harness the power of thought leadership to catalyze innovation and nurture sustainable growth.
Peter Winick is your guide through the realm of independent thought leadership. For the past two decades, he has helped individuals and organizations build and grow revenue streams through designing and growing their thought leadership platforms as well as acting as a guide and advisor for increasing business to business sales of thought leadership products. Peter is the Founder and CEO of Thought Leadership Leverage. His clients come from a diverse set of backgrounds and specialties. They include New York Times bestselling business book authors, members of the Speakers' Hall of Fame, recipients of the Thinkers50 award, CEOs of public and privately held companies, and academics at prestigious institutions such as Yale, Wharton, Dartmouth, and London School of Business.
With a keen eye for detail, he delves into the intricacies of crafting personal brands, fostering genuine engagement with audiences, and expertly monetizing one's expertise. From the artistry of crafting keynote speeches that resonate with audiences to the strategic deployment of bestselling books as conduits for inspiration and insight, Peter's guests offer a treasure trove of strategies for creating value and impact and driving revenue through thought leadership.
Bill Sherman specializes in the exploration of organizational thought leadership. He examines how companies conceive, curate, and deploy thought leadership initiatives, and how those initiatives benefit the orgs and the people who work within them. Bill listens to the stories and advice of industry leaders and their triumphs within the competitive business landscape. Whether through the dissemination of white papers that shape industry discourse, webinars that educate and engage, or insightful executive blogs that offer thought leadership at the highest echelons of corporate governance, Bill's guests provide illuminating perspectives on the evolution of organizational thought leadership and its pivotal role in shaping industry paradigms and perceptions.
Bill concentrates on organizational consulting and business expertise, investigating organizational thought leadership and its effects, from instructional design and learning product development to marketing strategy and execution, to organizational development and transformational consulting. He enjoys working with business leaders, speakers, authors, academics, and other consultants, connecting their ideas organizational platforms and enterprise-ready product development.
As the series unfolds, Peter and Bill will lead us through a nuanced exploration of the latest trends and advancements in thought leadership. From the transformative impact of technology on communication and collaboration to the evolving preferences of consumers in an increasingly digital marketplace, they will dissect the shifting landscape with precision and insight. Moreover, they will shine a spotlight on emerging modalities that are reshaping the contours of thought leadership, from the ascendance of virtual events as a cornerstone of engagement to the growing influence of social media platforms as conduits for thought dissemination and audience interaction. Through their discerning analysis, they will reveal how thought leaders can adeptly harness these trends to amplify their reach, captivate new audiences, and maximize their influence in an ever-evolving business environment.
Whether you find yourself at the height of your career as a seasoned thought leader, or whether you stand at the threshold of possibility as an aspiring entrepreneur, the Leveraging Thought Leadership podcast offers an enriching voyage of discovery.
Join us as we unravel the enigmatic secrets to success in the vibrant realm of thought leadership, where ideas have the power to shape perceptions, drive change, and inspire action. Together, let us explore how you, too, can engineer value, evoke impact, and cultivate revenue through the sheer power of your ideas and expertise.
Welcome aboard.
Episodes
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Apr 17, 2018 • 27min
Leveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 9 - Charles Green
Peter is joined by The Trusted Advisor Charles H. Green to discuss the power of trust and how to create it in business and how building trust translates to more sales, improved relationships, and better clients. Charles explains why he shares so much of his content for free and how it pays dividends to his business as a thought leader. He also explores how to successfully license content for long term success and what he has learned licensing his own content. There are tons of great tips on building a brand, producing great thought leadership products, and qualifying your customers.

Apr 12, 2018 • 23min
Leveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 8 - Stever Robbins
Listen in as Peter is joined by the multi-talented speaker, author, and coach Stever Robbins for an engaging conversation about the essential skill that every thought leader needs - expertise. Stever's wide array of talents and his extensive podcasting experience are showcased as he shares stories, tips, and learning!

Apr 10, 2018 • 28min
Leveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 7 - Shep Hyken
Check out this electrifying conversation with customer experience expert and veteran thought leader Shep Hyken. Shep and Peter cover everything from customer experience, diversifying and managing a complex product offering, and finding a niche in the industry. Filled with great tips about content marketing, customer experience, and essential skills needed to grow a thought leadership business.

Apr 5, 2018 • 24min
Leveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 6 - Chip Lutz
In an upbeat and fun conversation, retired Navy commander and speaker Chip Lutz joins Peter to discuss the importance of fun and humor in Chip's leadership strategy. They explore the process of content marketing for thought leaders and re-purposing content in different modalities to find new leads, build authentic relationships, and generate new opportunities for your business.

Apr 3, 2018 • 25min
Leveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 5 - Stephen Shapiro
Acclaimed author, speaker, and innovator, Stephen Shapiro joins Peter to discuss the rewarding path he has forged for his business as a successful speaker and thought leader. Stephen shares his strategies for growing his business beyond speaking engagements and finding partners to license innovative products and properties. They conclude with a great discussion about the role of speaker's bureaus and tips for new thought leaders looking to make an impact.

Mar 27, 2018 • 22min
Leveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 4 - Peter Shankman
This week, Peter Winick and Peter Shankman bring you an entertaining and high energy look at the essential skills a thought leader needs to stand out from the pack. Peter Shankman shares the power of social media for thought leaders, expert tips to grow your audience, and the importance of being relevant, real, and authentic.

Mar 20, 2018 • 21min
Leveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 3 - Dr. Mark Goulston
What's the best strategy for keeping your content fresh and impactful while keeping yourself passionate? Veteran speaker, author, and psychiatrist Dr. Mark Goulston joins Peter to share his experience in leveraging his own thought leadership and the value of presenting to new and different audiences. Dr. Goulston shares stories about how this process helped him discover his own content in fresh new ways.

Mar 13, 2018 • 24min
Leveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 2 - Nadia Bilchik
In Episode 2, Peter and Nadia Bilchik discuss the essential skills thought leaders need to be found online. Nadia shares her expertise in building a strong personal brand based on networking with authentic relationships and how to be a valued connection to your network.

Mar 6, 2018 • 22min
Leveraging Thought Leadership With Peter Winick - Episode 1 - Chester Elton
In our inaugural episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick and Chester Elton, acclaimed speaker, co-founder of The Culture Works, and New York Times bestselling author of The Carrot Principle and the The Best Team Wins explore the impact of positivity in business. Listen in as they discuss building responsive and engaging thought leadership content to take the business beyond the book or speaking engagement to real growth and sustainability. Learn new strategies for creating adaptable content that is accessible to all audiences and when to transition from speaking to training.


