The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk

Nate Checketts, Founder and CEO of Rhone, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the importance of routine for sustained success. He emphasizes the value of focused scheduling, inspired by Jack Dorsey, and outlines his own disciplined daily habits. Nate discusses innovative textile technologies that differentiate Rhone in the premium menswear market and reflects on fundraising challenges using photography to attract investors. He also shares lessons from his upbringing, emphasizing gratitude and the importance of avoiding entitlement.

Erik Wahl, a graffiti artist, author, and entrepreneur, captivates with insights on creativity and performance. He shares his journey from being told he lacked artistic talent to discovering his passion for art and speaking. Erik emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in connecting with audiences and redefines introversion, explaining how he manages energy while performing. He discusses the value of meditation for creativity and the balance between family life and a demanding tour schedule, advocating for disciplined creativity as a pathway to mastery.

Carey Lohrenz, the first female F-14 Tomcat pilot and author of Fearless Leadership, discusses her incredible journey in the U.S. Navy. She shares insights on sustaining excellence through mindset, embracing discomfort, and continuous learning. Carey recounts her thrilling experiences training at Miramar, landing on aircraft carriers, and the fears she faced flying at night. She emphasizes the fundamentals of courageous leadership: courage, tenacity, and integrity, encouraging listeners to step up despite self-doubt and learn from their experiences.

Robert Herjavec, a dynamic entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor, explores the core traits of successful leaders, emphasizing passion and a unique value proposition. He shares insights from his immigrant journey, highlighting that success knows no borders. In a section dedicated to listener questions, he discusses effective leadership, the importance of not micromanaging, and the value of mentorship. The conversation also touches on the crucial role of marketing for small businesses and encourages authenticity in pursuing success.

Episode 190: Roger Martin - Playing To Win: Strategy Is A Choice Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher Radio The Learning Leader Show "Strategy is about making specific choices to win in the marketplace. It requires making explicit choices to do some things and not others." In This Episode, You Will Learn: Common themes of leaders who sustain excellence: Relentlessly look at the future They have a curious mindset... Always asking questions They ask: "Is what we're doing sustainable?" Why A.G. Lafley was such a great strategic leader You should always ask the question, "How can I put myself out of business? And think to innovate based on that answer Marrying innovation and strategic thinking: the dangers of doing this What era does all of our data come from? The past... Think carefully about that You cannot always "prove" innovation. You can't always base the future on the past. Aristotle -- Brought us analysis... How to prove/demonstrate something is true You can't ever analyze how to change the world... Steve Jobs would say "Imagine the possibilities." "Strategy is a choice. Where to play and how to win." Roger explains how to test if you have a real strategy Best advice he's received and given: 1) "Don't start on the easy stuff. Do the hard tasks first. If you work on the hardest problems, you'll find that the easier ones seem to disappear 2) Less is more. Figure out one thing you do really well and focus on it. 3) "Don't intellectualize people." "Don't try to fool them, treat them as people... As you would want to be treated." Highly successful people make a list of the Top 10 things to do that day and tackle the toughest problems first Managing what matters most -- Must have a strategy to know what's most important Peter Drucker's work -- The Effective Executive "Too often CEO's will allow what's urgent to crowd out what's really important. It's wrong to define strategy as following best practices. This creates sameness and sameness is not a strategy. It's a recipe for mediocrity." Continue Learning: Follow Carey on Twitter: @RogerLMartin Read: Playing To Win: How Strategy Really Works Connect with me on LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group: The Learning Leader Community To Follow Me on Twitter: @RyanHawk12 You may also like these episodes: Episode 078: Kat Cole – From Hooters Waitress To President of Cinnabon Episode 071: Nate Boyer - Green Beret, Texas Football, The NFL Episode 179: How To Sustain Excellence - The Best Answers From 178 Questions Episode 107: Simon Sinek – Leadership: It Starts With Why Did you enjoy the podcast? If you enjoyed hearing Roger Martin on the show, please don't hesitate to send me a note on Twitter or email me. Episode edited by the great J Scott Donnell The Learning Leader Show is supported by FreshBooks: FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to FreshBooks.com/Learning and enter LEARNING LEADER in the "How Did You Hear About Us?" section.

In this engaging discussion, Jennifer Mueller, a social psychologist and creativity expert, shares insights on embracing creative change. She explores why leaders should foster curiosity and avoid the pressure for immediate results, arguing that true innovation requires patience. Jennifer highlights the dangers of a risk-calculating mindset, the backlash against creative leaders, and how to pitch ideas effectively by seeking feedback. Her research reveals the need to redefine leadership stereotypes and focus on making an impact rather than just generating ideas.

Professor Finkelstein is a consultant and speaker to senior executives around the globe, as well as an executive coach, focusing on leadership, talent development, corporate governance, learning from mistakes, and strategies for growth. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Management and listed on the "Thinkers 50", the world's most prestigious ranking of leadership gurus. He has been featured in the Financial Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, Harvard Business Review, Business Week, the London Times, Toronto Globe and Mail, Inc, Fast Company, and CNBC, and is a regular columnist for the BBC. Episode 188: Sydney Finkelstein - How To Be A SuperBoss Subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher Radio The Learning Leader Show "Confidence is the prerequisite to greatness." In This Episode, You Will Learn: Common themes of the best sales professionals: Curiosity - Always looking for answers Courage to go after opportunities They understand in order to be successful, you must help others be successful People who are unconsciously incompetent Not curious - They think they have all the answers Unwillingness to learn Superboss = Someone who helps others Bill Walsh - A bigger coaching tree than any other coach... Why? 1st coach to understand talent well Created a development program for African American coaches He would call other owners and tell them to hire one of his assistants... He helped his people leave him for bigger jobs The best people seek these types of leaders Why is this so rare? Most think of ways to retain their talent instead of help promote them. This is wrong. You cannot control what other people do. Create an environment that makes people want to work for you. Help them. The difference between a male and female boss What do Superbosses do? They create master-apprentice relationships -- Leonardo DaVinci 1 on 1 conversations with your boss Find someone who will invest time in you and your career. Be that person if you are a boss Create opportunities for your people When you delegate, be hands on with the feedback. Be direct and involved to help Encourage collegiality and simultaneously drive internal competition: Sydney describes how to do this Lorne Michaels creates this at Saturday Night Live Think about the best bossses you've worked for... Why were they the best? What worked for them? For you? Then ask... Am I doing those things? How am I making it work for those who work for me? Each person is unique. Understand that Learn from your own personal experience Using a "Get To Know You" document every year. Personally invest in getting to know your people Continue Learning: Follow Sydney on Twitter: @sydfinkelstein Read: Superbosses Connect with me on LinkedIn Join our Facebook Group: The Learning Leader Community To Follow Me on Twitter: @RyanHawk12 You may also like these episodes: Episode 078: Kat Cole – From Hooters Waitress To President of Cinnabon Episode 071: Nate Boyer - Green Beret, Texas Football, The NFL Episode 179: How To Sustain Excellence - The Best Answers From 178 Questions Episode 107: Simon Sinek – Leadership: It Starts With Why Did you enjoy the podcast? If you enjoyed hearing Sydney Finkelstein on the show, please don't hesitate to send me a note on Twitter or email me. Episode edited by the great J Scott Donnell The Learning Leader Show is supported by FreshBooks: FreshBooks is offering a 30 day, unrestricted free trial to my listeners. To claim it, just go to FreshBooks.com/Learning and enter LEARNING LEADER in the "How Did You Hear About Us?" section.

Jeb Blount, a renowned sales expert and bestselling author of Fanatical Prospecting, shares valuable insights on maintaining a full sales pipeline. He emphasizes the significance of high Emotional and Sales Intelligence in top performers. Jeb contrasts the traditional linear sales cycle with a strategic approach that shapes the buying process. He discusses the essential traits to look for when hiring, including technology and emotional intelligence. Additionally, he provides tips on effective prospecting techniques and the importance of cultivating a supportive team culture.

Jason Van Camp, Green Beret and Founder/Chairman of Mission 6 Zero, talks about decision-making in combat missions, starting a business, and getting comfortable with discomfort. He also shares his transition after deployment and pursuit of an MBA. The chapter highlights the importance of simplicity and authenticity in sustained excellence and introduces online resources for veterans starting their own business.

Haben Girma, a groundbreaking disability rights lawyer and the first deafblind Harvard Law graduate, shares her inspiring journey. She discusses the importance of accessible information and how it drives innovation, emphasizing that disability should be viewed as an asset. Haben recounts experiences like her emotional meeting with President Obama and the challenges of navigating inaccessible environments. She advocates for changing harmful narratives around disability and encourages aspiring advocates to start by addressing their own needs.