The Leadership Podcast

As the Executive Director for the non-profit startup, Team Red, White and Blue (RWB), Blayne Smith feels a deep sense of purpose and believes he is making the world a better place. His goal is to bring veterans out of their houses and into communities where their skills and talents can be recognized and utilized. Veterans are uniquely gifted with the extensive experience of being part of a team, working through abstract situations and solving problems through creativity to enhance the lives of people within their communities. Free workouts and Leadership Athletic Camps are essential parts of the initiative, which brings people together through physical activity. Key Takeaways: [2:18] Team Red, White and Blue was founded as a way for veterans to connect with people in their local communities. [6:09] What makes this program authentic is that everybody gains and everybody gives. [12:50] We use technology as tools to keep us connected but the real relationships are forged at our Leadership Athletic Camps. [15:29] What are the most underutilized characteristics veterans possess? [19:01] High-performers want to be led and to have their efforts reinforced by positive feedback. [26:02] Team RWB encourages people to get out of their house and connect with their communities, but veterans are responsible for sharing what they have to offer. [29:18] Many companies haven't fully embraced the power of building strong teams who trust each other. [31:53] How to get involved in Team Red, White and Blue. Mentioned in This Episode: The Leadership Podcast @westudyleaders on Twitter The Leadership Podcast on Facebook Team Red, White and Blue Team RWB Podcast Team RWB on Twitter The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman

Bios While a Board Member of Prime Health and a Senior Advisor to 10.10.10, health-tech entrepreneur Mike Biselli witnessed firsthand the tremendous power that a determined community of clinicians, technologists, and investors could wield, and realized just how much more could be accomplished if that power were harnessed. Over the next few years, Mike began developing the industry integrator concept, an entirely new feature of the innovation economy that would allow the healthcare industry to be integrated at the point of innovation by housing an entire health-tech ecosystem in a single location. Now, in partnership with governmental, academic, non-profit, and commercial organizations, Mike Biselli is developing Catalyst HTI, a first-of-its-kind industry integrator in Denver's River North District (RiNo) that will bring together health-tech startups and Fortune 20s alike in the race to fix American healthcare. Catalyst site: http://catalysthealthtech.com Personal website: http://mikebiselli.com Twitter: @mikebiselli Summary & Ideas for Action Mike Biselli brings his dedication, enthusiasm and servant leadership style to digital health innovation as a community leader and collaborator. His character building and leadership journey started early in his life, with athletics playing a huge role. He was awarded a college scholarship for football, which led him to being named 1st Team All PAC-10 kicker in 1999. He now brings those same qualities along with his passion to his business ventures through his industry integrator concept. He believes that through collaboration, diversity and innovation, we will be able to save the U.S. from the financial crisis that exists in our healthcare system. Key Takeaways [3:00] Unpacking Mike's visionary quote about the looming crisis in the U.S. healthcare system. [7:45] Prime Health is a business ecosystem of collaborators working to extend its vision around the nation. [11:09] Mike firmly believes in 'give of yourself first' as a foundation for his servant leadership style. [15:02] A football memory: Long-term dedication enabled Mike to gain the trust needed to perform a surprise onside kick. [20:16] The role athletics played in Mike's success as a leader. [27:46] The true measure of leadership effectiveness is to see how many new leaders are created by an existing leader. [30:40] How to contact Mike, see him speak, and get your hands on his forthcoming book. Quotable Quotes "To empower people and to let them grow and develop, a leader must give up power." "If we are going to re-imagine this broken healthcare industry, Fortune 100's need to work with entrepreneurs." "Homogeneity squashes innovation, inspiration and opportunity to make something bigger of ourselves." Mentioned on the Show Prime Health - http://primehealthco.com Points to Ponder Regarding Mike's vision for Catalyst, what are ways you can bring very diverse groups together with common interests to meet today's challenges? How do you "give of yourself first' as a servant leaders? When people stay at organizations for a very short time these days, how do you inspire people to long-term dedication? Sports analogies are used a lot as metaphors – what other examples can you use that are inclusive? Do you agree with Mike that the true measure of leadership effectiveness is to see how many new leaders are created by an existing leader?

On this 6th episode of the Leadership Podcast, your hosts Jim Vaselopulos and Jan Rutherford will be sharing the how, what and why behind this enterprise. Jim and Jan both ardently believe that a person's family is their most important legacy. These C-Level executives have very different backgrounds but similar aspirations. They joined forces to accomplish their goal of creating a place for young professionals to build character through mentorship and a habitat for companies to find inspiration from proven and effective leaders. Through this medium, they have the unique opportunity to study the minds and practices of leaders who excel at what they do. Key Takeaways: [1:37] Get to know your podcast hosts Jim and Jan, on a professional and personal level. [8:15] What drives Jim to help young professionals learn to be leaders? [13:50] The non-traditional ways Jan teaches executives to purge during a Digital Detox. [17:42] Upcoming episodes will include the #1 doctor in the world, authors, business leaders, and those who embody a growth mindset. [22:42] Moving forward with the intention of getting in the heads of those who have done great things. [27:49] How is leader effectiveness measured? Sponsors: Class Act Leadership Training The Littlest Green Beret Book Mentioned in This Episode: The Leadership Podcast @westudyleaders on Twitter The Leadership Podcast on Facebook PSC Group Rafti Advisors Self-Reliant Leadership LLC

Colonel Jill Morgenthaler spoke to her experience trailblazing as one of the first women in the direct military chain of command. She outlined her many firsts, told great stories of the adjustments she had to make and what gave her the strength to persevere. She spoke of courage, what it means to fake it 'till you make it and why you want to "stop the stupid." She spoke how adversity is your opportunity to show the world all you're worth and how your view of who you are is more important than how the world views you. Her view on how humility and that demonstrating respect is how you earn respect is colorfully told through some great stories. Col. Jill's viewpoints on women in the military and in leadership positions is informed by her tremendous experience. Her background in the Korean DMZ, in Serbia and with Saddam Hussein makes for a career worthy of a movie! Visit: www.theleadershippodcast.com Email: info@theleadershippodcast.com The Leadership Podcast on Twitter The Leadership Podcast on Facebook

Joe demonstrated how leaders, especially thought leaders, have a voracious appetite for information. The conversation addressed how leaders have to manage today and tomorrow; and that leaders have a way of noticing what is already happening, but nobody may have noticed yet. This skill of seeing the unseen or noticing the unnoticed is something Joe has been doing for years. In speaking to his latest book, Infinite Possibility, Joe spoke about digital transformations and how they are having dramatic impacts on the business landscape and assumptions we take for granted. Leaders who are strategizing for tomorrow need to take notice of these trends in order to keep their organizations fresh and free from the paradigms that often cripple great organizations. Joe also spoke to the importance of instilling purpose as the key contribution of a leader. Visit: www.theleadershippodcast.com Email: info@theleadershippodcast.com The Leadership Podcast on Twitter The Leadership Podcast on Facebook

Mike used the power of story to cover a key leadership areas in an informative interview. He spoke emphatically about the measure of a leader is the ability to attract talent. He also spoke about the need to invest in the growth and development of people, and that leaders are teachers. Mike shared his stories from being a young platoon leader in the army, and how screwing up once provided one of the most valuable lessons – and examples of a leader who didn't let a crisis go to waste. Mike concluded with sharing an event he and his team are running. It's a leadership conference called Executive Insight 16, and it will be held November 10-11, 2016 in NYC. Visit: www.theleadershippodcast.com Email: info@theleadershippodcast.com The Leadership Podcast on Twitter The Leadership Podcast on Facebook

Tom asks us to take a break and think – and know yourself. He views philosophy as a mirror to understand one's true values and beliefs. Being self-reflective is not to slow you down, but make you better. He also said that sometimes, "Talking is a form of thinking – not just communicating." Great people and great leaders create great relationships, and these same people know that you have to grow people to have great results. He went on to say the most common mistake is "assumptions," and thinking that everyone is clear on their goals. He talked about the need to balance Nobility and Humility and that you must allow yourself to be vulnerable. Lastly, he believes the centerpiece of culture in an effective organization is where leaders develop people in every aspect of their lives. Visit: www.theleadershippodcast.com Email: info@theleadershippodcast.com The Leadership Podcast on Twitter The Leadership Podcast on Facebook

Preston touched on a number of leadership areas in this high-energy interview. For example, the need to stay relevant, and leverage technology as a tool for communicating and measuring more effectively. He also hit on the Law of Reciprocity when it comes to all relationships – boss, peer and direct reports. Preston shared some great stories of courage and leaders he's learned from with self-deprecating humility. He's concluded from studying highly successful leaders (and billionaires) that they all share one specific attribute: They're all voracious readers. Visit: www.theleadershippodcast.com Email: info@theleadershippodcast.com The Leadership Podcast on Twitter The Leadership Podcast on Facebook