Elevate with Robert Glazer
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Discover the keys to unlocking your full potential with the Elevate Podcast. Hosted by Robert Glazer, award-winning entrepreneur, #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and creator of the Friday Forward, the Elevate Podcast features interviews with world-renowned business leaders, New York Times bestselling authors, and leading experts who share their insights, best practices, and advice on how to elevate your life, your leadership, and your business. Whether you're seeking to cultivate better habits, reach new leadership heights, or simply learn from those who share your passion for growth and improvement, the Elevate Podcast offers practical steps for making impactful changes and reaching your full potential.
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Dec 9, 2025 • 58min
Joe Hirsch On Giving World-Class Feedback
Joe Hirsch, an award-winning educator and the creator of the FEEDFORWARD™ framework, discusses the transformative power of feedback cultures. He explains psychological barriers to receiving feedback and emphasizes the importance of candor and care. Joe introduces the FeedForward approach, focusing on partnership and future growth rather than past criticism. He shares practical strategies for giving and receiving feedback, including the R.A.P. model, and encourages leaders to foster a culture of open, frequent feedback to drive improvement.
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Dec 6, 2025 • 1h 1min
Weekend Conversations: The Feedback You Hear (and The Feedback You Don't)
Dive into the intriguing world of feedback and its profound impact on personal growth. Discover how different personalities handle feedback, from refusers to refiners, and how early lessons shape our resilience. The hosts share practical anecdotes, like the importance of setting realistic deadlines and refining behavior for better perception. Learn how to deliver feedback effectively, making it actionable and beneficial, while embracing the balance between authenticity and leadership gravitas. This conversation reveals the essence of feedback in shaping our identities.
Dec 4, 2025 • 1h 3min
Zillah Byng-Thorne on Resurrecting A Billion Dollar Business
Zillah Byng-Thorne, a publishing and media executive, transformed Future PLC from a struggling entity to a billion-dollar success story. She shares insights from her journey, including her humble beginnings and how she became a CFO by age 30. Zillah discusses the drastic measures taken to save Future from bankruptcy, such as workforce reductions and shifting to subscriptions. She emphasizes the importance of culture, open communication, and strategic acquisitions, highlighting her belief in continual learning and balance, both personally and professionally.
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Dec 2, 2025 • 55min
Jeff Hancher On Telling People What They Need To Hear
Jeff Hancher, a leadership advisor and author of "Firm Feedback in a Fragile World," shares his journey from a chaotic childhood to a successful military and corporate career. He emphasizes the importance of delivering candid feedback and building winning cultures. Hancher discusses methods for effective feedback, the significance of setting expectations, and the need for routine follow-ups. He also addresses how to lead Gen Z effectively and the transformative power of tough love leadership. Learn how feedback can build confidence and resilience in teams.
Nov 29, 2025 • 53min
Weekend Conversations: Getting Instantly Clear on What Matters to You
Explore the life-altering clarity that comes from near-death experiences, as shared by Ric Elias of the Miracle on the Hudson. Discover how holiday distractions can hinder personal reflection and why a calm approach to consumerism is essential. Delve into strategies for prioritizing health and family, reflecting on life’s deeper values. Learn about the impact of arguments and the importance of de-escalation for maintaining harmony. Finally, gain practical steps like time-based journaling to clarify your goals and embrace the significant moments that shape your life.
Nov 27, 2025 • 35min
An Elevate Podcast Thanksgiving Special
Hosts reflect on heartwarming stories of gratitude and kindness, highlighting the importance of relationships during the holidays. They discuss how near-death experiences can realign priorities and share insights on managing energy vampires. The decision of REI to close on Black Friday sparks a conversation about principled choices. Listeners are reminded of small acts of service that can have a profound impact, and the shift in social skills post-pandemic is explored. Ultimately, the emphasis is on reconnecting with loved ones through intentional moments.
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Nov 25, 2025 • 1h 7min
Elevate Classics: How Greg McKeown Puts The Essential First
In this engaging discussion, Greg McKeown, bestselling author and leadership expert, shares how to prioritize what truly matters in life and work. He dives into the pitfalls of the success trap, stressing the importance of clarity in decision-making. Greg also highlights the impact of digital noise on youth and promotes journaling as a tool for regaining focus. He offers practical methods for setting clear priorities, including the one-two-three daily tool and emphasizes the value of admitting when you're lost to recalibrate effectively.
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Nov 22, 2025 • 46min
Weekend Conversations: Calling Out Core Values Problems
Discover the crucial difference between performance issues and values problems. Dive into why acronym-driven core values often fall flat and how they can undermine trust. Learn about the importance of operationalizing values through behavior rather than mere statements. Explore the tough conversations leaders must have to maintain a high-performance culture, even when it’s messy. Plus, insights on why organizations often tolerate toxic behavior from high performers and how to avoid favoritism that damages morale.
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Nov 20, 2025 • 57min
Elevate Classics: Dandapani on Learning To Focus and Avoid Distraction
Dandapani, a Hindu priest and former monk, shares his insights on focus and energy management. He discusses his unique journey from engineer to monk, the disciplined life at a Kauai monastery, and the importance of building high-quality relationships. Dandapani highlights the need to teach concentration and explains how distractions worsen our focus. He addresses social media's impact on loneliness, provides insights on setting boundaries with energy-draining individuals, and emphasizes the value of investing energy wisely in meaningful pursuits.
Nov 18, 2025 • 59min
Brad Feld on Entrepreneurial Excellence and Giving First
Brad Feld, a veteran investor and co-founder of Techstars, shares his insights on entrepreneurship and mentorship. He discusses the importance of 'Give First' principles and how they foster community dynamics in startup ecosystems. Feld emphasizes the need for long-term partnerships with founders and reveals traits that predict their success. He advises mentors to adopt a Socratic approach and highlights the power of peer mentorship. Additionally, Feld reflects on his personal challenges and business regrets, offering valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs.
