The Better Leadership Team Show

In this episode, I sit down with Diane DiResta, certified speaking professional, author of Knockout Presentations, and CEO of DiResta Communications. Diane has coached executives from the boardroom to the media spotlight and shares why communication is one of the most essential and underestimated leadership skills. We explore practical frameworks like the Rule of Three and sound bite speaking, dissect the four types of over-communicators, and uncover why being listener-centered is the secret to impactful leadership communication. Whether you're presenting to your team or pitching billion-dollar ideas, this episode is packed with takeaways that will elevate how you speak and lead.Website: https://www.diresta.com Book: Knockout Presentations on Amazon YouTube: youtube.com/dianediresta Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

In this episode, I sit down with Fred Joyal, bestselling author of Super Bold and co-founder of 1-800-DENTIST, to explore how boldness can revolutionize your leadership. We talk about how to shift from hesitation to action, how boldness creates better teams, and why being bold is a skill anyone can build—one small step at a time. Whether you're struggling with feedback, collaboration, or just need a spark of courage, this conversation will leave you inspired to lead bolder. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

In this powerful episode, I sit down with executive coach John Gallagher to explore how intentionality can transform leaders and teams. John shares the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual disciplines that top-performing leaders implement—and the biggest obstacles that get in their way. We also explore John's 7D Roadmap for sustainable organizational growth and how to lead with legacy in mind. Whether you're a CEO or emerging leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

Kimberly Brown is a renowned career and leadership strategist, bestselling author of Next Move, Best Move, and CEO of Brown Leadership. In this episode, she shares a powerful reframe: fear isn’t something to avoid—it’s a signal to move forward. We explore how leaders can turn fear into a catalyst for action, navigate tough conversations with confidence, and develop middle managers into empowered decision-makers. With practical tools like the Courage-Driven Mindset framework, Kimberly offers a fresh perspective on personal growth, leadership, and the path to long-term success.To learn more about Kimberly, visit kimberlybonline.com or explore her company at brownleadership.com. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Jeff Hancher, a powerhouse executive coach, keynote speaker, and host of the award-winning Champion Forum Podcast. Jeff's journey—from growing up in poverty with two disabled parents, to serving in the U.S. Army, to climbing the ranks at a Fortune 500 company—is a story of grit, growth, and transformational leadership.We dive deep into his new book, Firm Feedback in a Fragile World, and unpack the critical leadership skill that too many avoid: giving honest, impactful feedback. Jeff shares how the best leaders earn the right to be candid, how to tailor feedback styles for different team members, and why regular one-on-ones are a non-negotiable.Whether you’re leading a small team or an entire organization, this episode offers practical strategies to build trust, inspire accountability, and lead with courage and compassion.Key Takeaways:Why feedback is the leadership currency of high-performing teamsHow to set clear, reasonable expectations and follow throughThe 3 types of feedback and how to apply them effectivelyThe danger of the "feedback sandwich"How to build a culture of upward feedback and open communicationGrab Jeff’s book and get exclusive bonuses at:  firmfeedbackbook.comConnect with Jeff and learn more about his work: Website: jeffhancher.com Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

In this “Mike on the Mic” episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I dive into one of the biggest traps leaders fall into:  constantly managing their team instead of coaching them. If you ever feel like you’re putting out fires all day and doing work that’s not yours, this episode is for you. I walk you through five specific strategies to coach your team, empower ownership, and finally free yourself up to lead the way you’re meant to. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

Ed Howie is one of the most experienced business branding strategists in the world. He has spent over 30 years helping to create, develop, and launch brand concepts for mainstream companies, leading to more than $350 million in incremental revenue. Ed has worked for and with brands like Chick-fil-A, H-E-B Grocery, United Airlines, 7-Eleven, KFC, Kroger, JackBe, and gusto!  In addition to helping other companies' brand and market themselves, he is an enthusiastic entrepreneur who has founded multiple seven figure businesses, including his flagship business BTYcreative, and his new business transformation enterprise Serve Others Well. His latest podcast "The Wonder of WOOO Podcast" launched September 2024 and his first book, Lifelong Customers-The Secret to Scaling Profitably, will be released in early 2026.https://www.serveotherswell.com  AND  https://thewonderofwooopodcast.comThe 5 part Course on transforming your business through The Wonder of WOOO begins tomorrow, Thursday, May 22 at 10:30 am Central. There is still room to join.  Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

In this Mike on the Mic episode, I’m diving into 10 powerful questions every leadership team should be asking—again and again. These questions are your roadmap to clarity, alignment, and innovation. Whether you’re just forming your leadership team or have been together for years, these prompts will challenge your thinking, expose blind spots, and drive your company forward.Let’s raise the bar—because building a great leadership team is never done.🎧 Tune in and ask yourself: Which question do we need to focus on next? Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

In this Mike on the Mic episode, I dig into one of the most critical challenges leadership teams face today: adaptability. When the world changes—whether through global events, industry disruption, or internal shifts—how do you know when your plan no longer serves you? And what do you do about it?I explore how to recognize the key signals that it's time to adapt, and share the structured rhythm I've seen work with my clients to build adaptability into their DNA—without losing focus or blowing with the wind. I walk through how your leadership team can build a culture that challenges assumptions, stays aligned, and doesn’t just react, but evolves purposefully.Whether you’re a CEO or part of a leadership team, this episode offers actionable strategies for staying relevant, aligned, and ahead of the curve. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

In this “Mike on the Mic” episode, I explore how to turn your strengths—and the strengths of your team—into a superpower. I share a personal story that shifted how I lead, define what a true strength really is, and offer practical tools to help you stop wasting energy on your weaknesses. If you're ready to increase performance, reduce burnout, and create a more fulfilled, high-impact team, this episode is for you.VIA Character Strengths Survey  Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach