Partnering Leadership
Mahan Tavakoli
Partnering Leadership is a top global podcast designed to help CEOs and senior leaders navigate the complexities of leadership, strategy, culture, and innovation. Hosted by Mahan Tavakoli—a seasoned leadership advisor with over 25 years of experience and recognized as a top thought leader in management—the podcast brings you real-world insights and practical advice to drive meaningful results.Mahan’s experience as a trusted advisor shapes each discussion, driving deeper insights that challenge conventional thinking and uncover innovative approaches. Drawing from his extensive advisory background, Mahan dives into candid conversations with purpose-driven CEOs and global thought leaders, exploring how they overcame their biggest challenges and achieved transformative success. Each episode provides actionable strategies, real-world examples, and proven approaches to help you navigate change, align teams, and drive lasting impact.Hear directly from top experts such as Ram Charan, Ken Blanchard, John Kotter, Stephen M.R. Covey, Hal Elrod, Carmine Gallo, Daniel Burrus, Garry Ridge, Jacob Morgan, Emily Field, Jonah Berger, Barbara Kellerman, Rich Diviney, Andrea Sampson, Ajay Agrawal, Dave Ulrich, Jerry Colonna, Renee Cummings, Brian Johnson, Warren Berger, Gustavo Razzetti, Azeem Azhar, David McRaney, Tim Clark, Jim Detert, Gary Bolles, Greg Satell, Robert Wolcott, Alden Mills, Minter Dial, Greg Wooldridge, Pete Steinberg, Joseph Fuller, Paul Roetzer, Whitney Johnson, Ron Adner, Bob Johansen, Leidy Klotz, Paul Smith, Louis Rosenberg, Rob Sadow, Dan Turchin, Steve Robinson, Park Howell, Mark Crowley, Maz Jobrani, LaTonya Wilkins, Rob Cross, Aiden McCullen, Eduardo Briceno, Jan Rutherford, Stephen Wunker, Charlene Li, Jon Levy, Anu Gupta, John Rossman, David Marquet, Tamsen Webster, Jack Phillips, Vanessa Bohns, Patrick McGinnis, Hakeem Oluseyi, Ed Hess, and Carolyn Dewar as well as renowned leaders like David Rubenstein, Jean Case, Tony Pierce, Linda Rabbitt, Paul Daugherty, Richard Bynum, John Veihmeyer, Howard Ross, Bill Novelli, Tien Wong, Stephanie Linnartz, Chuck Robb, Doug Dennerline, Charlene Drew Jarvis, Robert Rosenberg, Diane Hoskins, Deidre Paknad, David Gardner, and Marty Rodgers, and many more!Their insights, paired with Mahan's expertise, equip you to tackle complex challenges, foster a high-performance culture, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving world.Listen today to gain the tools, perspectives, and proven strategies that can transform your leadership journey. Available on all major podcast platforms or visit https://partneringleadership.com.
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Nov 5, 2020 • 13min
07 Antifragile Leadership case example with Scott Kratz | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Scott Kratz, Vice President of Building Bridges Across The River, talks about how the pandemic crisis accelerated his organization's focus on partnering to better serve the community. Antifragile leadership in action.Some highlights:The crisis as a moment for antifragility and antifragile leadershipHow Building Bridges adjusted to serve the immediate needs of the community post-crisisBuilding Bridges collaboration with other organizations to have a greater impact Building a strong team culture through trust Also mentioned in this episode:Martha's tableGeorge Jones of Bread for the city Dionne Reeder of the Far Southeast Families Strengthening and CollaborativeConnect with Scott Kratz:Building Bridges Across The RiverLinkedInConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website
Nov 3, 2020 • 33min
06 Doing good to do well as a leader with Lyles Carr | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Lyles Carr, Senior Vice President of The McCormick Group, shares how his upbringing and value system influenced his commitment to giving back to the community, helping found and supporting dozens of organizations in the Greater Washington DC region. Some highlights:How Lyles Carr’s childhood gave him a better understanding and appreciation for othersLyles Carr’s passion to helping organizations connect with the right peopleHow organizations and their leaders can strategically be involved in the communityCommunication for leadership successLeadership’s role and impact on other peopleLyles Carr’s approach to successful networkingAlso mentioned in this episode:Jim Knight, President of Jubilee HousingBill and Brian McCormick, Founders of the McCormick GroupJim Rouse and Patty Rouse, Found of EnterpriseBob Rosen, CEO of Healthy CompaniesDavid Rubinstein, Founder The Carlyle Group, Philanthropist, AuthorConnect with Lyles Carr:The McCormick GroupLinkedInConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website
Oct 27, 2020 • 45min
05 Pandemic aftermath and making better decisions for the future with Trond Arne Undheim | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Trond Arne Undheim, Author of Leadership From Below, Disruptive Games and Pandemic Aftermath, shares his views and ideas on leadership, the pandemic and future of work.Some highlightsThe fundamentals of leadershipTrond Undheim’s perspective on being a futuristFive possible post- pandemic scenariosTrond Undheim explains why technology cannot compete with face to face How Trond Undheim manages the noise in the knowledge environmentAlso mentioned in this episode:Future Tech by Trond Arne UndheimPandemic Aftermath by Trond Arne UndheimConnect with Trond:Trond Undheim Official WebsiteFuturized PodcastLinkedInTwitterConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website
Oct 20, 2020 • 28min
04 Leadership for community impact with Alex Orfinger | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Alex Orfinger, Publisher The Washington Business Journal, shares what drives him, how he came to lead The Washington Business Journal, and his thoughts on major community issues in the Greater Washington DC region. Some highlights:The impact of Alex Orfinger's grandfather on his lifeStruggles of identity and finding the right pathAlex Orfinger's contributions to the community and The Washington Business JournalThe Washington Business Journal’s role in the business communityAlex Orfinger's insights on the potential for a K-shaped recoveryAlso mentioned in this episodeMichael Saylor, MicroStrategyReggie Aggarwal, Cvent BookThis is chance! by Jon Mooallem Connect with Alex Orfinger:LinkedIN: Alex OrfingerThe Washington Business Journals Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website
Oct 13, 2020 • 37min
03 Leading with purpose and values with Charito Kruvant | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker
In this episode of the Partnering Leadership Podcast, Charito Kruvant, Founder & Board Chair Creative Associates International, talks about her childhood, what inspired her to focus on education and conflict resolution, and leadership lessons she has learned on her journey. Some highlights:Charito Kruvant’s pride in being differentThe difference between schooling and educationHow being dyslexic helped Charito Kruvant discover her ability to learn, to listen and to connectCharito Kruvant's mission of educating youth and womenThe accomplishments of Creative AssociatesCreative Associates’ role in providing support to community building Leadership advise from Charito KruvantAlso mentioned in this episode:James BrownNelson MandelaConnect with Charito Kruvant:LinkedIn: Charito KruvantCreative AssociatesConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at Partnering Leadership Podcast website: partneringleadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website
Oct 8, 2020 • 8min
02 How to become an antifragile leader | Mahan Tavakoli Partnering Leadership Insight
In this episode, Mahan Tavakoli talks about the concept of antifragility and its value in leading your team and organization through disruption and uncertainty.Main takeaways from this episode:Understanding antifragility in our daily livesThe benefit of becoming antifragileThe need for antifragility in the organizationThe necessity for leaders to truly embrace antifragile leadershipMentioned in this episode:Nassim Nicholas TalebTo connect with Mahan Tavakoli visit www.mahantavakoli.comFor more information and resources, please visit www.partneringleadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website
Oct 6, 2020 • 32min
01 Becoming a better leader through adversity with Mary Abbajay | Greater Washington DC DMV Changemaker
In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mary Abbajay, President Careerstone Group and author of Managing Up, talks about her story of resilience, journey to leadership transformation and becoming a successful consultant and author.Some highlights:1. How Mary Abbajay overcome her insecurities despite having Bell's Palsy 2. Lessons learned from owning and managing a bar 3. Struggles with selling as a consultant4. Leading change at Leadership Greater Washington5. Tips on approaching challenges in organizations6. The story behind Mary Abbajay’s Managing Up book7. Having Imposter syndrome even with all the successMentioned in this episode:Book AuthorsAdam GrantBrenee BrownBook RecommendationThe Art of Possibility by Benjamin ZanderPodcastsHow we made this Hidden BrainTed Talks Connect with Mary Abbajay:Careerstone Group Managing Up The BookLinkedin: Mary Abbajay Twitter: @maryabbajay Facebook: @maryabbajayInstagram: @maryabbajayConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: partneringleadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website
Sep 1, 2020 • 3min
Welcome to Partnering Leadership--Leadership Learning and Growth "Gradually and then suddenly!"
In this episode:Who this podcast is for.How the best leaders view leadership. How to change, learn and grow.Follow on LinkedInConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website
