
Leading With Strengths
Leading With Strengths showcases the greatest leaders across all industries in one place, sharing their journey, knowledge and how they’ve used their strengths to become successful. Hosted by Gallup’s CEO, Jon Clifton, this podcast is more than interviews — it's a masterclass in harnessing strengths. We'll sit down with visionaries, icons, executives, world leaders and more as they reveal the hidden layers of their unique strengths. Leading With Strengths — because true leaders aren’t born; they’re shaped by their strengths.
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Oct 14, 2024 • 1h 15min
Andre Perry: Director of the Center for Community Uplift, Senior Fellow, Brookings Metro
Andre Perry, a Senior Fellow at Brookings Metro and author of 'Know Your Price,' dives into the intersection of race, inequality, and urban development. He discusses the transformative power of Afrofuturism in urban spaces, advocating for economic security and inclusive narratives. Perry emphasizes the importance of recognizing personal worth in the context of housing devaluation and shares practical strategies to reshape perceptions of the Black community, highlighting strengths over deficits to inspire optimism and resilience for a brighter future.

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Sep 23, 2024 • 1h 15min
Simon Sinek: Founder of The Optimist Company
In this insightful discussion, visionary thinker Simon Sinek shares his journey in advancing a world where people feel inspired and fulfilled. He highlights the power of authentic friendships in overcoming isolation and mental health challenges. Simon delves into futuristic thinking and the importance of collaboration, urging leaders to balance profit with social impact. He emphasizes vulnerability in communication and the need for a clear purpose to inspire long-term change, while encouraging a new generation to challenge outdated business models for a compassionate future.

Sep 9, 2024 • 38min
Kendra Tucker: CEO, Truckstop
Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Communication | Competition | Achiever | Significance | Command Kendra Tucker joined Truckstop in 2020 as chief revenue officer, leading the sales and customer teams. In 2021, her role expanded to take on operations and strategy as chief operating officer, and in 2022, she was appointed CEO. For more than 15 years, Tucker has led teams across a variety of business models and industries, successfully executing strategic growth and consistent profitability.For more interviews visit leadingwithstrengths.com Transcripts available upon request

Aug 12, 2024 • 48min
David Tudehope: CEO, Macquarie Technology Group
Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Achiever | Competition | Individualization | Context | DeliberativeDavid is the co-founder and CEO of Macquarie Technology Group, serving since July 16, 1992. He oversees the company's management and strategic direction, engages in regulatory issues, and contributes to cybersecurity advisory for the Australian Government. David holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of NSW, has received recognition as Australian Communications Ambassador, CEO of the Year at the World Communications Awards, and the prestigious Pearcey Medal for his contributions to the Australian ICT industry. For more interviews visit leadingwithstrengths.com Transcripts available upon request

Jul 22, 2024 • 34min
James B. Milliken Chancellor: The University of Texas System
Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Intellection | Input | Strategic | Learner | ContextJames B. Milliken is chancellor of The University of Texas System, where he also holds the Lee Hage and Joseph D. Jamail Regents Chair in Higher Education Leadership. Milliken is a national leader in public higher education with more than 30 years of experience. As chancellor, he oversees one of the largest public university systems in the United States, comprised of 14 academic and health institutions, including seven medical schools and five Carnegie R1 research universities.For more interviews visit leadingwithstrengths.com Transcripts available upon request

Jul 8, 2024 • 32min
Ellyn Shook: Chief Leadership and Human Resources Officer, Accenture
Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Activator | Ideation | Futuristic | Self-Assurance | InputEllyn Shook is Accenture’s chief leadership and human resources officer, responsible for helping the 742,000 people of Accenture succeed professionally and personally. Her global team of HR leaders is reimagining leadership and talent practices to create the most truly human work environment in the digital age, fueling Accenture’s ability to live its purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. For more interviews visit leadingwithstrengths.com Transcripts available upon request

Jun 24, 2024 • 30min
Omar Sultan Al Olama: Artificial Intelligence Minister, UAE
Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Achiever | Analytical | Input | Learner | Intellection Omar Sultan Al Olama is a driving force behind the UAE's groundbreaking initiatives in technology and innovation. At the forefront of shaping policies that propel his country into a digital future, Al Olama’s leadership informs everything from AI innovation to revolutionizing remote work opportunities. Learn how Al Olama’s vision for a digitally empowered society intersects with his CliftonStrengths. For more interviews visit leadingwithstrengths.com Transcripts available upon request

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Apr 10, 2024 • 46min
Arthur Brooks: #1 NYT Bestselling Author, Harvard Professor and Happiness Expert
Harvard professor and happiness expert, Arthur Brooks, discusses cultivating happiness, balancing ideation with execution, using 'Woo' for positive impact, managing emotions, embracing strengths for effective leadership, and distinguishing between empathy and compassion in leadership.

Mar 11, 2024 • 34min
DeMoine Adams: CEO, TeamMates Mentoring
DeMoine Adams, CEO of TeamMates Mentoring, has made it his life’s work to elevate and develop the next generation of young people. Drawing on his experiences in the NFL, Adams brings a coach’s mentality and the principles of strengths-based leadership to his mission-rich organization. As a dedicated servant leader, Adams works tirelessly to help his organization’s mentees embrace their strengths and become highly effective leaders. CliftonStrengths Top 5: Futuristic | Significance | Individualization | Relator | Strategic For more interviews visit leadingwithstrengths.com Transcripts available upon request

Feb 26, 2024 • 56min
Chanda Chacón: President and CEO, Children's Nebraska
President & CEO at Nebraska’s Children’s Hospital and Medical Center, Chanda Chacon, has dedicated her career to pediatric healthcare, ensuring that patients receive safe, high-quality, family-centered care while strengthening organizations and fostering programs of excellence.Chanda brings two decades of experience and a commitment and passion to improve the life of every child that needs help.Her CliftonStrengths Top 5: Achiever | Arranger | Communication | Positivity | WooFor more interviews visit leadingwithstrengths.com Transcripts available upon request
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