I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 141, Keith E. Smith talks about his transformational journey and how he strengthened his leadership. He talks about how his company was initially affected by COVID but then how his people made a difference in the medical community. Keith then advises us about prioritizations. Prologue Keith E. Smith, CEO of Vonco Products, a leading medical device contract manufacturing and consumer flexible packaging producer, has made some recent life-balancing changes that opened him to lead more through connection than strategy. His company has a powerful core value: “We care more: About each other; About our customers; About patients and consumers.” 01:08 Part 1: Intelligence and Knowledge May Be Necessary but Not Sufficient Keith describes his journey about how he transformed his life at and outside of work. 08:23 Part 2: We Care More When COVID started, Keith talks about how his company was initially affected. He then explains how the people at Vonco rose to the occasion to make a difference by filling gaps in medical supplies. 13:47 Part 3: Flip It Keith advises us to change how we prioritize and rethink what’s important. _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. ⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies) Episode links Keith’s LinkedIn Profile and website His company’s website Two of Keith’s articles:    Unlocking The Potential of Having It All: Part I – The Path of Force    Unlocking The Potential to Having It All: Part II, The Path of Power Gary DePaul’s website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership (Second Edition)    The 2022 HRBP Report (free formats available) Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 140, Mike Watson explains something his father said that helped him as a branch manager. He then shares a story about a CEO candidate who didn’t get the job and what happened next. Finally, Mike shares three ways to strengthen how we lead. Prologue If you are in the greater Vancouver area, look for Mike. He gets leadership and curates his knowledge and experiences in his new book, Rise Up: Leadership Habits for Turbulent Times. Mike has a strategic planning process that draws the best from executive teams. 01:34 Part 1: Not Telling How Mike talks about his experience as a first-time branch manager. He explains something that his father said to him. 08:11 Part 2: Rigorous Boot Camp Exercise In this story, Mike explains how a candidate for a CEO position didn’t get the job and why. It is a fantastic story of determination to change for the better. 18:14 Part 3: Help Them to Be at Their Best Mike advises us on how we can be more effective at leadership. He shares three things you can begin doing immediately. _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. ⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies) Episode links Mike’s LinkedIn Profile, Twitter Ignite Management LinkedIn company profile, website, YouTube, Twitter Mike’s book, Rise Up Adam Grant’s book, Think Again Gary DePaul’s website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership (Second Edition)    The 2022 HRBP Report (free formats available) Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 139, Katherine McCord shares an insightful comment made by her father that helped how she lives her life. She then describes a high performer who started working for her that didn’t start by performing well. She explains what her spouse did to improve the employee’s performance. Katherine ends by advising how we can lead more effectively. Prologue Katherine is the President of the recruiting and consulting organization Titan Management, and the inventor of the anti-bias Applicant Tracking System, Titan ATS 02:06 Part 1: Resilience and Determination 08:52 Part 2: Bouncing on A Ball 15:28 Part 3: Inclusiveness, Learning, and Firing _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. ⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies) Episode links Katherine’s LinkedIn Profile, website, Facebook Podcast, Career Launch Live Two of Katherine’s articles:    Recovering the Personal Touch in Recruiting    Neurodiversity in the Workplace James C. Hunter’s book, The Servant Gary DePaul’s website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership    ⁠⁠The 2022 HRBP Report Lead on!

Episode 138 is a bonus episode that continues the Episode 137 discussion about DEI and cultural management. Ed Muzio describes Iterative Management, the challenge to adapt when things change, and welcoming conflict. Prologue Ed Muzio is an engineer who evolved his practice to management consulting. Whether at the c-suite or frontline, Ed helps teams learn to adapt and think systemically and iteratively. Ed has authored three books, including Iterate, now available as an audiobook. Ed also wrote the forward to the Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership book. 00:58 Part 1: Performance and Iterative Management Ed describes Iterative Management and the challenge to adapt when circumstances change. 05:54 Part 2: Small Changes Can Make A Difference Ed advises us to acknowledge and handle conflict. _________________________________ How You Can Support the Show To support the show, make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Ed’s LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Facebook, video library Referenced whitepaper, Plant Your DE&I Initiative in a Greenfield, Not a Minefield Ed’s books    Iterate    Make Work Great    Four Secrets to Liking Your Work Ed’s previous podcast episodes    137 Ed Muzio, Culture, DEI, and Systemic Thinking    109 Ed Muzio Demystifies Culture    033: Ed Muzio Upgrades Managerial Teams Neel Doshi and Lindsay McGreager’s book, Primed to Perform Edith Eva Eger conflict quotation (#37. A Couple that Doesn’t have fights, don’t have intimacy either) Background Music You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements. 00:14 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov 00:41 Women's Day by GentleJammers 05:36 Corporate Uplifting by Alex_MakeMusic 10:59 Fun and Flirty by BrownHouseMedia Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 137, Ed Muzio explains why the DEI mission is challenging. He defines environmental receptivity and behavioral flexibility as the terms relate to DEI. Finally, he talks about where to begin with DEI and cultural management. Prologue Ed Muzio is an engineer who evolved his practice to management consulting. Whether at the c-suite or frontline, Ed helps teams learn to adapt and think systemically and iteratively. 03:08 Part 1: The Organizational Immune System 12:46 Part 2: Environmental Receptivity and Behavioral Flexibility 18:28 Part 3: What Should Your Organization Do? _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. ⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies) Episode links Ed’s LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter, Facebook, video library Referenced whitepaper, Plant Your DE&I Initiative in a Greenfield, Not a Minefield Ed’s books   Iterate   Make Work Great   Four Secrets to Liking Your Work Ed’s previous podcast episodes   109 Ed Muzio Demystifies Culture   033: Ed Muzio Upgrades Managerial Teams For definitions of DEI, listen to Episode 023: Simma Lieberman Elevates Culture with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion A report with DEIB definitions, 2020-2023 Workforce Strategy: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, UCI Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 136, Mike Thorne shares his story about his own development. He illustrates how to work with employees to support them in their career development. He then recommends a book and advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue Having served as the CEO of a Synthetic Turf company, President of Russell Athletic Team division, and President of Yankee Candle, Mike has had to read numerous P&L sheets. From his experience in these roles, Mike explains that the most critical P&L is not Profit & Loss but people & listening. Currently, Mike is a Vistage Chair, where he facilitates for small/midsize business owners and coaches subject-matter experts in under 5 employee companies. 01:21 Part 1: Letting Go of the 1000 Pound Weight on Your Shoulders 13:48 Part 2: Tell Me Your Story 18:35 Part 3: It’s Brady Time _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. ⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies) Episode links Mike’s LinkedIn Profile, website, Workbook, How to Build Your Own Personal Trust Community Toastmasters International Episode 026: Peter Popovich Explains Emotional Intelligence Ryan Holiday’s book, The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations for Clarity, Effectiveness, and Serenity Gary DePaul’s website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership    ⁠⁠The 2022 HRBP Report Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 135, Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar discuss the leadership of President Volodymyr Oleksandrovych Zelenskyy. Prologue Don and Ajay have appeared on previous episodes (see links below). 02:26 Part 1: Lead by Example 07:15 Part 2: The Courage to Do What’s Right 17:47 Part 3: Relatability _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. ⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies) Episode links Don’s LinkedIn Profile, bio Ajay’s LinkedIn Profile, bio, Twitter Related episodes 003, Ajay Pangarkar and The Responsibility to Shine 029, Don Kirkey Connects with Others 032, Don Kirkey Puts Others First 038, Ajay Pangarkar Persuades Professionals to Give Up Control 041, Don Kirkey and Ajay Pangarkar Encourage Growth 095, Kim Campbell Gets to the Heart of Leadership James C. Collin’s book, Good to Great Darkest Hour movie, Churchill’s Triumphant Speech We Shall Never Surrender Speech Gary DePaul’s website Gary’s books:    ⁠What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?⁠    ⁠Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership⁠    ⁠⁠The 2022 HRBP Report Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 134, Richard Medcalf describes what someone said to inspire him to pursue an executive coaching career, shares a story about a new CHRO who he coached, and advises how to overcome our biggest bottleneck that holds us back. Prologue Richard Medcalf describes himself as “what you get if you were to put a McKinsey consultant, a slightly unorthodox pastor, and Freddie Mercury into a blender.” Richard is an executive coach & leadership consultant to founders, CEOs, and their leadership teams. He is bi-national English/French, lives near Paris, is happily married, and is the proud father of two. Richard is a licensed lay minister in the Anglican Church. He has an insatiable love for spicy food and the electric guitar. 01:30 Part 1: Mastermind with Freddie Mercury 06:44 Part 2: Stuck in the Inbox 13:14 Part 3: Find Your Biggest Bottleneck _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. ⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies) Episode links Richard’s LinkedIn Profile, website, Twitter Richard’s show, The Impact Multiplier CEO Podcast Select articles:    Exponential Leadership Principles    New CEO onboarding The ultimate guide Freddie Mercury L. David Marquet Gary DePaul’s website Gary’s books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership    ⁠⁠The 2022 HRBP Report Lead on!

Episode 133 is a one-off episode that doesn’t follow the standard format. The story that you will hear is about Catalina, a rescued kitten. In the narrative, Gary DePaul shares two insights that can help you strengthen your leadership capabilities and help the people you work with feel more appreciated, understood, and cared for. While the episode features the audio recording, you can access the video link below. _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. ⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies) Episode links Video, Catalina: A Leadership Story Episode 132: Mike Bassett and Life Lessons from The Ditch Gary DePaul’s website Gary’s books:    ⁠What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?⁠    ⁠Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership⁠    ⁠⁠The 2022 HRBP Report Lead on!

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 100, Mike Bassett shares how his father influenced him, explains his almost career-ending experience, and shares three lessons from the ditch. He then advises us on how we can lead more effectively. Prologue How might someone describe Mike’s character? Hard-working, ambitious, and kind. For more than 34 years, Mike has practiced civil trial law. He established a well-built law firm, the Bassett Firm. Before that, he experienced a dark period in his life, which reminds us that we are one left turn from being in The Ditch. Mike’s astonishing personal and professional struggles have tested him repeatedly. In Mike’s book, you’ll learn his story that illustrates his character and resiliency. As an attorney, Mike has embraced the hard path of grace and believes in second chances as much as he believes in honesty to his clients. 02:03 Part 1: Do It Right! 05:20 Part 2: In Dark Moments 14:15 Part 3: Teachings and Advice from the Bottom of the Muddy, Craggy Ditch _________________________________ Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne’s website, R.ORR. ⁠Transcript through Otter (expect some inaccuracies) Episode links Mike’s LinkedIn Profile, law firm website, the firm’s blog Mike’s podcast, Legal Grounds | Conversations on Life, Leadership & Law Mike’s book, The Man in the Ditch About Malcolm Muggeridge About Cornel West and the quotable quote About St. Francis of Assisi and how a quotation reflects his teachings About Herb Kelleher Gary DePaul’s website⁠ Gary’s books:    ⁠What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?⁠    ⁠Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership⁠    ⁠⁠The 2022 HRBP Report Lead on!