How Leaders Lead with David Novak

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: If you had a trust profile that helped inform you whether or not to trust someone, what would be on it? How can leaders make sure they’re evaluating every perspective when they’re faced with a tough decision? How did you know when it was time to step away as CEO of Yum! Brands after nearly 20 years in your role? ———GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

How do you speak truth to power? And as a leader, are you surrounding yourself with truth tellers? Also in this episode: Keys to driving more accountability on your team How to leverage media opportunities to tell your story What values-driven communication looks like in leadership What it was like behind the scenes of the mission to take out Osama bin Laden His expert take on Israel, China, Russia, and more Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each dayWhichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

David Novak, leadership coach and author, discusses pushing teams when winning big, teaching good decision making, and increasing intensity at work. Topics include maintaining peak performance, work ethic, creating chaotic practice environments, and bringing intensity to team meetings.

Dan Hurley, head men’s basketball coach at UConn, shares his secrets of success, including building a strong team dynamic, boosting confidence, and the benefits of pushing oneself. He discusses handling criticism, emphasizing work ethic and passion, making tough decisions as a leader, preparing assistant coaches for head coach positions, and the pursuit of mastery. A motivating episode for those looking to take their leadership skills to the next level.

David Novak, former CEO of Yum! Brands, shares his wisdom alongside leadership coach Koula Callahan. They discuss mastering tough decision-making skills and the importance of proactive execution. Novak emphasizes being tough-minded over simply tough, advocating for transparent communication with investors. The conversation also delves into fostering a fail-then-learn culture, where leaders encourage risk-taking and learning from mistakes to drive innovation and growth within teams.

Learn from Chipotle's CEO, Brian Niccol, about focusing on the right ideas, leading successful turnarounds, and vetting great ideas. Discover his leadership tips, including cultivating talent, embracing challenges, and staying customer-focused. Hear about innovative marketing strategies, non-linear career paths, and the importance of adapting in digital marketing. Get inspired by his strategic vision, culinary innovation, and success in leadership at Chipotle.

In this episode, the best leadership insights of the past three months are featured, including topics such as setting ambitious goals and acting creatively, growing a cupcake business, defining true north as a leader, building a top-tier sales organization, overcoming challenges in the early days, and empowering others to disagree.

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How can leaders study their own performance as a means of getting better? When has one of your "truth tellers" given you some truth you didn't want to hear? How have you learned to stay calm even when being attacked? ———ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! This five-minute-a-day program is designed for the busy leader – it cuts right to the chase and gives you the practical know-how you’ll need to boost your confidence as a leader. Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

Today’s guest is Bret Baier, the Chief Political Anchor of Fox News Channel. He’s also the Executive Editor and host of “Special Report with Bret Baier” which airs live, every weeknight, to millions of viewers.Now, there’s a lot we could say about the worlds of politics and media.But one thing’s for sure – there is never a dull moment!In Bret’s world, things are always happening and changing. As the anchor of a live news program, he has to be ready for anything.How does he do it? As you’re about to hear, Bret keeps his eyes and ears open all the time. He is always asking questions, listening, and staying tuned in to what’s going on.That kind of attentive mindset can help you, too, and you’ll find a ton of insights when you see how Bret works and leads. You’ll also learn:• The mindset you need in big, nervy moments• How to respond when things go wrong, get tense, or change unexpectedly• Bret’s expert take on how the current political climate (including the 2024 Presidential election)• What it’s like to ask the Dalai Lama about Caddyshack or have an impromptu interview with Jimmy Buffet!Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each dayWhichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What advice would you give to entrepreneurs who are grinding everyday to make their ideas come to life? Should leaders be vulnerable with their teams? (And if so, what's the appropriate amount?) What role should faith play for a leader of a for-profit business? ———ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Become a better leader in 5 days with our free, 5-Day Leadership Tune Up. This five-minute-a-day program is designed for the busy leader – it cuts right to the chase and gives you the practical know-how you’ll need to boost your confidence as a leader. Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!