The Better Leadership Team Show

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Phil M. Jones, bestselling author of Exactly What to Say, to explore how leaders can use language to influence, align teams, and drive action. Phil shares powerful insights on subconscious influence, strategic questioning, and overcoming indecision, helping leaders elevate their impact through the words they choose. 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 Mark Peters, CEO of Butterball Farms, and author of The Source and The Retention Trap. Mark shares his powerful leadership journey, starting as a factory worker at 12 to building a thriving business grounded in trust, empathy, and worker wellbeing. We dive deep into his creation of The Source, a game-changing nonprofit helping employees overcome life challenges, and how it delivers ROI while transforming lives. Plus, Mark challenges conventional retention strategies and offers bold advice for investing in people and building stronger leadership teams.Learn more about The Source at: https://www.grsource.org/https://i-lead.com/https://i-3leadership.com/https://linkedin.com/in/markpetersbutterball Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

In this episode, I dive into the critical yet often overlooked role of mid-level leaders. Learn why they’re the backbone of your organization and how you can empower them with 8 practical strategies, from clear expectations to leadership development and career pathways. Transform your mid-level leaders, and watch your leadership team—and company—thrive. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

What does it take to develop an Olympic-level performance mindset? In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with two-time Olympian Stephanie Roble, a world-class sailor, to explore how elite athletes build resilience, manage pressure, and develop the mindset needed to perform at the highest level.Stephanie shares her journey from childhood sailing in Wisconsin to competing on the world’s biggest stage. We discuss how decision-making, communication, self-talk, and mindfulness impact both sports and business leadership. She also reveals how she overcame performance anxiety, burnout, and self-doubt to achieve international success.Now transitioning into coaching, Stephanie is using her experience to help high performers—both athletes and business leaders—reach their full potential.If you want to build a championship mindset in business, sports, or life, this is an episode you won’t want to miss! Connect with Stephanie Roble on LinkedIn & Instagram.https://www.instagram.com/stephanieroble/https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanieroble/ 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 Chalmers Brothers, best-selling author, executive coach, and expert in leadership development. Chalmers dives into the power of conversations in shaping leadership success, introducing concepts like "carefrontation" and the SOAR framework. We discuss how language creates possibilities, why avoiding difficult conversations harms teams, and how leaders can foster trust and authenticity. Whether you're a CEO or an aspiring leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights to elevate your team’s performance. Don't miss this transformative conversation! 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 Kevin Eikenberry, Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, to discuss his groundbreaking book Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Kevin shares insights on why most leadership development programs fail, the importance of integrating mindset, skillset, and habit-set, and how leaders can thrive in an increasingly complex world. Discover practical tools like the Kenevan Framework and learn how flexibility in leadership can drive commitment, adapt to change, and foster better team dynamics. This episode is packed with actionable advice for leaders at all levels!Kevin’s book, Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence, is available - visit KevinEikenberry.com/gift for free access to his masterclass on building confidence and links to purchase the book. 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 Klyn Elsbury, a powerhouse in sales strategy and mindset. Klyn shares her inspirational journey—from battling cystic fibrosis to becoming one of America’s top sales trainers. We dive deep into how failure fuels success, the biggest leadership mistakes that kill sales performance, and the keys to building a resilient sales team.We also discuss: ✔️ How redefining success can transform your mindset✔️ The power of failure in sales and leadership✔️ Why most sales hiring goes wrong—and how to fix it✔️ The three types of sales personalities every leader should know✔️ How leaders can motivate and retain top sales talentKlyn is offering a FREE two-hour masterclass on the six-step IMPACT methodology for sales success! Sign up here: leadershipsalestraining.com/masterclassenrollmentIf you want to build a high-performing sales team, this episode is for you! 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 Dr. James Pogue, CEO of JP Enterprises, a professional services firm with a global clientele focused on strengthening the connections between Leaders and Teams, which lead to increased Innovation, Creativity, Production, and Profits.  JP Enterprises works closely with Leaders who are driving transformational change, helping them align people, plans and processes with Vision and Purpose. We dive deep into why trust and meaningful connections are the foundation of great leadership teams. We discuss the power of authenticity, respect, and vulnerability in leadership, the challenges of building trust in polarized workplaces, and the most common "wobbles" that disrupt team cohesion.If you’re a leader looking to strengthen your team and create a more connected, innovative workplace, this episode is for you!Connect with Dr. James Pogue: Website: jamespogue.com Connection Quotient Assessment: getmycq.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 delve into the cornerstone of every successful leadership team—trust. Learn why vulnerability-based trust is vital for creating open, honest, and high-performing teams. Discover actionable strategies to identify trust gaps, build deeper connections, and create a culture of accountability and commitment. Whether you’re a CEO or a team member, this episode offers practical tools like the Personal Lifeline Exercise, Coaching Triads, and Peer Accountability Exercises to help you transform your team dynamics. Remember, if you want a great company, you need a great leadership team. Tune in now to take your leadership to the next level! 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, Eric Coryell dives deep into the art of building accountable teams and transforming traditional organizational hierarchies. Drawing from decades of corporate and consulting experience, Eric explores the foundations of team accountability, the pitfalls of leader-led models, and actionable strategies for creating cohesive, high-performing teams. From defining shared purpose to fostering “shared fate” within teams, this episode is packed with insights for leaders seeking to inspire accountability and drive sustainable growth. Whether you’re navigating hybrid work challenges or striving to empower your teams, this conversation provides the tools to revolutionize your approach to leadership. Tune in for practical wisdom and inspiring stories on how to make accountability a team effort. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach