The Leadership Mind

In today’s episode, Massimo is joined by Geoffrey Roche. Geoffrey is currently the Senior Vice President of National Healthcare Practice and Workforce Partnerships at Core Education PBC. He speaks often on healthcare workforce topics at national conferences such as Becker's Annual Conference, HIMMS, and ViVE. In 2022, Roche was also nominated to the Forbes Business Council for his national-level work. Roche has over nine years of hospital administration experience, including senior leadership roles in various departments at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono. He also held leadership positions at Lebanon Valley College and Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, focusing on strategic partnerships, organizational strategy, and business development. Roche earned his Master of Science degree in Management and Leadership: Public Administration at East Stroudsburg University and his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Moravian University. He also holds several certificates, including a Mini-MBA in Healthcare from the University of Arizona’s Eller Executive Education, Innovation in Healthcare Management from Arizona State University, Healthcare Leadership from Duke Corporate Education, and Heroic Leadership from Santa Clara University. Geoffrey Roche’s Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoffreymroche Highlights from today's podcast include: What it means to truly be of service to both your team and your customers The importance of having empathy when running a business and overseeing a team of people  Treating your team members as if they are customers How to protect yourself from the potential of being let go in a volatile work landscape Why succession planning and mentoring for the future need to be focused on more in leadership.

In today’s episode, Massimo is joined by Dr. Johanna Pagonis. She is the CEO and founder of Sinogap Solutions Leadership Consulting, and the author of Choose to Be a Leader Others Would Want to Follow. Dr. Pagonis launched Sinogap Solutions after recognizing many habitual workplace challenges while in her role as a manager. Her workplace experiences contributed to her attaining a Ph.D. in adult education, with a focus on uncovering how workplace managers can advance into emotionally intelligent leaders. The discoveries she made inspired her to quit her senior management position with the Government of Alberta and launch her own business. Since the full-time establishment of Sinogap Solutions in 2020, Dr. Pagonis’ firm has worked with over 50 companies to develop customized leadership programs that have successfully equipped supervisors and managers with the skills necessary to maximize the human potential within their teams. She also hosts a podcast called Tackle Tuesdays that addresses meaningful topics that challenge us in the workplace. Highlights from this interview include: The necessity of trust and relationships within a team for success  Understanding and working through the systems we’re born into The importance of safe spaces/psychological safety in the workplace  Practising self-compassion, especially in our mistakes and failures  Listening to the champion and challenger within yourself to stay motivated yet humble

In today’s episode, Massimo is joined by Richard Lewine. He is the Founder of Executive Concierge Services and President of RSL Consulting Group. He is a grand vizier & mentor who uses his extensive life experience and wisdom to help change the lives of his clients. Richard is relentless in his approach and guides his clients to set and achieve their most important goals. His methodology results in sustainable skills that positively impact people’s careers, the bottom line of their businesses, and their personal lives. Lewine has created a series of services including; organization goals sessions and sales plus-leadership, vision building and strategy formulation, the presidents' alliance, the objective performance appraisal system, and succession planning. Richard is currently focused on preparing the next generation of Family Offices to steward the vast wealth that will be handed off to them over the next 5 years. A few of his goal-directed workshops include; Job-Matching That Works, Tapping Your Family Office Potential, and B2B Selling Success! Highlights from this interview include: Learning to make good judgement calls by doing due diligence for yourself Breaking out of a hostile work environment and creating a better, safer, workspace The importance of your own morals and interpersonal relationships in the work field How to work based on goals versus out of fear and survival The differences and harmony between coaching, consulting, and counselling

In today’s episode, Massimo is joined by Simon Severino. He is the CEO of Strategy Sprints™, a method that doubles revenue in 90 days by getting owners out of the weeds. He also helps business owners run their companies more effectively, resulting in soaring sales! Simon is trusted by many platforms and companies, including; Google, Roche, Consilience Ventures, Amgen, and AbbVie. He is also a TEDx speaker, a Contributor to Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine, and a member of the SVBS Silicon Valley Blockchain Society. Highlights from this interview include: Turning ideas (or assumptions) into promises Identifying and following the natural order of business to succeed Building habits to establish systems versus relying on discipline Seeing your business and role as a team unit versus as individuals How creating smaller, incremental goals boosts productivity, agility, and morale better than large, long-term goals Connect with Simon:  Website: https://www.strategysprints.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/strategysprints/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/strategysprints Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategysprints/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonseverino/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnSFgJd0CrsEdQdO21txR2A

In today’s episode, Massimo is joined by Liz Kislik. She is a management consultant and executive coach, and a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review and Forbes. She also specializes in developing high-performing leaders and workforces, and for 30 years has helped many companies like American Express, Girl Scouts, Staples, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, and Highlights for Children solve their thorniest problems. Liz is also a member of Marshall Goldsmith’s 100 Coaches initiative, which brings together the world’s top coaches and thinkers. She has taught at both Hofstra University and New York University; and is a frequent podcast guest. She has also received her BA from Yale University and earned an MBA in Management from NYU. Highlights from this interview include: Breaking down the cause, and steps to solutions of interpersonal conflicts Learning to break down and question personal biases Making reasonable and attainable commitments to hold oneself accountable Dealing with bullies within organizations, and how bullies may self justify Learning to reflect and regulate your emotions in work and personal scenarios Connect with Liz:  Website: https://lizkislik.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizkislik/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lizkislik

In today’s episode, Massimo is joined by Adam McGraw. 3 years ago Adam walked away from a VP/GM job at American Express and all of its stability and equity to do what he didn’t have the mental fortitude or skills to do at 25. It was a great run but he was being pulled to pursue things that he knew if he didn't try he'd regret later in life. Adam has always applied a “go for it” mentality when it comes to things he’s passionate about. From voiceovers in his college apartment, to starting his first band, to leadership roles at American Express, to running revenue in start-ups, and launching a consulting and coaching business. Through his ambitions and journey, the thing he has become most passionate about (and admit requires the most intentional work) is finding proper balance. Adam is currently obsessed with being able to connect his inner drive to his true passions, while ensuring relationships and fulfillment are the true markers of “success”. He’s a self-admitted WIP on this inward journey to truly self-actualize and he loves inspiring and helping others realize how they can create systems and processes to do the same. He has recently supported and coached hundreds of senior executives and their teams at some of the top fortune brands and fast growing SMEs. Now, he’s thrilled to also be building a private, members only community curated exclusively for Senior Leaders that helps them connect, give, grow, and continue to find ways to enrich their lives and careers. Highlights from this interview include: How he got his career started by creating voice overs and the lessons he learned from that experience How thinking big leads to more opportunities in your life and how to identify the external factors that act as barriers to thinking big How leaders can be resourceful and creative when resources are limited How to blend patience with ambition as a young leader and a hyper achiever The one book that changed his life and how he turned it into a daily practice that allowed him to change the way he operates in the world The unique community he and his dad created for senior executives to feel safe, courageous, and authentic. Connect with Adam: www.crewexec.com  www.adammcgraw.com linkedin.com/in/adammcgraw7 To download my Conscious Communication Workbook to support you in turning toxic conflict into collaborative gold, please visit Massimobackus.com/workbook

In today’s episode, Massimo is joined by Andy Storch, a Consultant, Coach, Author, Speaker and Connector. He is the host of two podcasts including The Talent Development Hot Seat and the Own Your Career Podcast as well as the author of the book, Own Your Career Own Your Life. He is also the founder and host of the Talent Development Think Tank conference and community. Most importantly, Andy is a husband, father and friend who is on a mission to get the absolute most out of life and inspire others to do the same. Highlights from this interview include: His biggest shifts that happened whenever he continued down the path of growth How to start actually implementing the information you are learning instead of just consuming and forgetting it How to discern what will be a quality use of your time and money when you are choosing how to invest in yourself and your growth His anecdotes to getting caught in comparison The trends he sees organizations implementing to combat uncertainty and volatility in organizations The three pillars to success career development and growth Connect with Andy: http://andystorch.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/andystorch/ To download my Conscious Communication Workbook to support you in turning toxic conflict into collaborative gold, please visit Massimobackus.com/workbook

In today’s episode, Massimo is joined by Gabby Lubin, Ed.M., a passionate wellness executive. She experienced burnout 3x before turning 30 and decided that she’d had enough. Since then, she has dedicated her life to eliminating burnout through the intentional implementation of the 8 dimensions of wellness.  Her unique expertise allows her to sit at the intersection of wellness and the future of work. Gabby has taught wellness, studied the science of wellness, and founded a business in wellness (Spark This Day). She also brings her expertise in intervention programming and Master's in Adult Development and Behavior Change from Harvard to the forefront of her work. To sink deeper into her unique intersection, Gabby hosts the podcast Capital P in People Work which interviews guests in People Work on the people, wellness, and the future of work. Highlights from this interview include: Her journey of being burnt out 3 times What to do when you begin burning out (or how to start healing if you are burnt out right now) How organizations can successfully bring wellness in and create an environment that reduces burnout The pitfalls many organizations face in their efforts to help employees bring their best selves to the workplace The 5 stages of burnout and how her company supports people that are in each stage Connect with Gabby: Website: https://sparkthisday.com/ Social Media Handles: Gabby: https://www.instagram.com/gabby_lubin/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabby-lubin-0a19607b/ To download my Conscious Communication Workbook to support you in turning toxic conflict into collaborative gold, please visit Massimobackus.com/workbook

In today’s episode, Massimo is joined by Leila Towne Bulling,an executive leadership coach, and trainer. Her focus is on helping leaders make better decisions, guiding their teams, and having more difficult conversations while having more fun at work. She’s been working closely with leaders for 20+ years and has coached founders, VPs, and C-suite executives in companies all over the world. Highlights from this interview include: How she made daunting and mundane learning approachable Why people struggle to set goals, provide feedback, and delegate How to ensure you’re creating a great experience for your team using technology How leaders can be more intentional about how they show up for their team, tough conversations, performance reviews, etc. Connect with Leila: Linkedin Website To download my Conscious Communication Workbook to support you in turning toxic conflict into collaborative gold, please visit Massimobackus.com/workbook

Massimo’s guest is Kristen Hartley. In her coaching, Kristen brings all of her experiences to bear; these include working as a coach, organizational consultant, facilitator, trainer, and manager of many teams. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and Communications from the University of California, San Diego and an MBA from Vanderbilt University with a focus in Human and Organizational Performance. She lives in Northern California with her husband and their two young, very active sons. She is on a lifelong pursuit of balance in her own life, as someone who loves her work, being a parent, and getting more than 6 hours of sleep! Being a parent has more parallels to being a coach and leader than she ever could have imagined and is experimenting and learning every day how to be better at all of these roles. She loves working with fellow parents who are on a similar journey. Highlights from this episode include: How to understand values of your team and what to do if their values don’t align with the values of the organization How she closed the gap between longing from something different and taking action to change her life The catch 22 of being & doing how to find the balance between the two Connect with Kristen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenhartley www.Khartleycoaching.com To download my Conscious Communication Workbook to support you in turning toxic conflict into collaborative gold, please visit Massimobackus.com/workbook