How Leaders Lead with David Novak

Today’s guest is Patrick Lencioni, the founder of The Table Group. His books on teams and leadership have sold more than eight million copies around the world!Patrick’s ideas are just that good – and today’s podcast is no exception.Now, it’s no secret that leaders need to show vulnerability and humanity with the people they lead.But what does being vulnerable actually look like? How can it change the way you lead meetings, tackle conflict, or even look at your whole career?Listen to this episode and see for yourself just how much you can grow and succeed when you tap into the power of vulnerability.You’ll also learn: The first (and most telling) thing Patrick does to evaluate the health of an organization One surprising aspect of humility you’ve probably never considered before A powerful way to reframe conflict A wild story about the day Pat interviewed with Steve Jobs at Pixar The key to disseminating information to a team so everybody actually gets it Why you need to understand your unique “working genius” (and how to do it!) 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 are the first steps to transforming a command and control culture? How can leaders create a customer-centric product development focus? How can transparency from a leader bring a team together? ALSO... 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! https://howleaderslead.com/plan/ 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. https://howleaderslead.com/5-day-leadership-tuneup/ Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-leaders-lead-with-david-novak/id1223803642

Today’s guest is Alan Mulally, who served as the CEO of Ford during their incredible turnaround.And when we say served as the CEO, we mean it! That’s because, in Alan’s words, to serve is to live. And it’s not just a warm-fuzzy philosophy.His service-centered style of leadership really gets results. It’s how he motivates people to actually work together.And it’s how he led Ford through one most extraordinary turnarounds – from operating at a $17 billion loss to making $9 billion in profit … in just two years! So if you want to learn how to get people working together, then you’re going to LOVE all the incredible insights and stories Alan shares in this episode. You’ll also learn: Alan’s #1 piece of advice for anyone in a turnaround situation A practical way to stay attuned to the reality of your business One unexpected question to add to your next employee survey The surprising shift leaders of the future need to make (and how to do it) How to reframe issues in your company in a way that unlocks teamwork The common mistake leaders make when a team member brings up an issue A paradigm-shifting way to think about “work-life balance” 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: If a business is experiencing explosive growth, what can leaders do to navigate that successfully? What’s your advice to leaders who are assessing whether or not to partner with other companies? How do you know when to “give up” and go a different direction and when to stay the course and grind it out in a new business? ...BONUS RESOURCE: To gain confidence as a leader, you need a plan for tackling common leadership challenges. My new online course "Taking People With You" will give you practical ways you can resolve issues and keep your team moving forward toward your biggest goals. Get free access here — https://howleaderslead.com/courses/

Today’s guest is Korie Robertson, one of the stars of the hit reality TV show Duck Dynasty.In fact, it was Korie’s idea to take their small family duck call business and turn it into a TV show about the quirky Robertson family. Duck Dynasty became one of the most successful reality shows in history, and Korie and her husband Willie were the business minds behind it all. But through it all, Korie has been herself, through and through. She’s true to her values. She trusts her gut. And she understands exactly where her boundaries are.That sense of personal integrity – of really being true to yourself – is something practically every respected leader has.People are drawn to that kind of authenticity because they know that’s a leader they can trust.And when you listen to Korie in this episode, you’re going to get an up-close-and-personal look at how to stay true to yourself even in the midst of big changes.Plus, she has some fantastic insights on scaling up, managing brands and partnerships, leading through chaos, and so much more.You’ll also learn: How they scaled up their business when the TV show brought in new levels of demand One trait they hired for that helped them succeed even in seasons of rapid change Practical tips for finding the right partnerships (and avoiding the bad ones) The role faith can play in your life as a leader A practical strategy to recalibrate after a busy season 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: Which leaders have been instrumental to your growth and development and what’d they teach you? Has there been a time when you’ve had so much conviction about a decision only to rethink it? Have you ever gone public about something controversial? And should you do that as a leader of a business in the first place? ...BONUS RESOURCE: To gain confidence as a leader, you need a plan for tackling common leadership challenges. My new online course "Taking People With You" will give you practical ways you can resolve issues and keep your team moving forward toward your biggest goals. Get free access here — https://howleaderslead.com/courses/

Today’s guest is Kevin Warsh, a brilliant economist who served on the Federal Reserve board of governors during the 2008 financial crisis. In this episode, you’ll get his powerful insights into our current economic climate. These are trends every business leader needs to be aware of right now.But there’s an even bigger insight for you here, too.When you ask Kevin about his success, he is quick to give credit to the other leaders he’s worked for. That’s how he’s grown his own leadership skills.That’s a must-have mindset for any leader. We’ve got to actively pay attention to the leaders around us and learn from them. Whether you’ve got a boss who’s fantastic … or whether you don’t … you’ve still got a huge opportunity either to adopt or avoid the strategies you see other leaders using.And this episode will help you do just that! You’ll also learn: How to deal with doubters – especially if you’re younger than those you lead What we can learn from the 2008 economic crisis (and why it matters right now) The strength of a team that (respectfully) disagrees with each other A powerful framework to analyze big trends in order to make sound decisions What it’s like to walk into the Oval Office and interview to be Fed Chair 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’s one thing leaders can take away from the idea of storytelling? When have you created value for your company where it didn't already exist? How can leaders balance recognizing their teams’ accomplishments with the drive to always grow and achieve more? ...BONUS RESOURCE: To gain confidence as a leader, you need a plan for tackling common leadership challenges. My new online course "Taking People With You" will give you practical ways you can resolve issues and keep your team moving forward toward your biggest goals. Get free access here — https://howleaderslead.com/courses/

Our guest today is Ben Weprin, the CEO of AJ Capital, which includes the iconic line of Graduate Hotels. He’s also developed partnerships with Field and Stream and Chip and Joanna Gaines. Oh, and get this: he’s even got a hotel right on the eighteenth green at Saint Andrews!But no matter what he’s working on, Ben always taps into the power of storytelling to connect with people and create brands they love.Stories are at the heart of every hotel and space his company creates. And it’s a big factor in how he’s building and inspiring his team, too.When you listen to Ben, it’s clear: if you want to connect with people, you need to understand how to use storytelling. Listen to this episode for lots of insights on how YOU can leverage the power of story to make stronger connections with your customers and your team.You’ll also learn: The secret ingredient you need to execute big ideas How to create a team culture that loves to learn The mindset you need to celebrate accomplishments without losing your edge 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: How do you build a department of excellence in an overall environment that’s on the decline? How do you get the courage and conviction to do the thing you know is right when you know it might be met with resistance? How did you encourage cross-functional collaboration among teams? ...BONUS RESOURCE: To gain confidence as a leader, you need a plan for tackling common leadership challenges. My new online course "Taking People With You" will give you practical ways you can resolve issues and keep your team moving forward toward your biggest goals. Get free access here — https://howleaderslead.com/courses/