Brain of Command

Brain of Command

How did an introverted programmer go from writing code to taking the reins as CEO at one of America’s most iconic brands? Well, that’s exactly what Omaha Steaks CEO Nate Rempe did. And he’s partnering with co-host Robert Reiss, founder of CEO Forum Group, along with other industry-leading CEOs to talk about the strategies and insights that will help YOU command a room, command your career, and maybe even command a company. Brain of Command is all about dynamic, transformative leadership – no matter where you are on the org chart – and brings you practical hacks that you can put into practice every day to maximize your potential. Look for Brain of Command on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube. ###

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July 6, 2026 20 mins

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  • How did an introverted programmer go from writing code to taking the reins as CEO at one of America’s most iconic brands? Well, that’s exactly what Omaha Steaks CEO Nate Rempe did. And he’s partnering with co-host Robert Reiss, founder of CEO Forum Group, along with other industry-leading CEOs to talk about the strategies and insights that will help YOU command a room, command your career, and maybe even co...
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Develop a Cultural Myth Radar

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  • How did an introverted programmer go from writing code to taking the reins as CEO at one of America’s most iconic brands? Well, that’s exactly what Omaha Steaks CEO Nate Rempe did. And he’s partnering with co-host Robert Reiss, founder of CEO Forum Group, along with other industry-leading CEOs to talk about the strategies and insights that will help YOU command a room, command y...
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May 3, 2026 21 mins

Be Shallow and Wide at the Top

Every leader comes from some specific area of expertise. But a good leader needs to go beyond that and see the big picture. In the latest episode of Brain of Command, Nate and Robert are joined by Bob Wheeler, President and CEO of Airstream, to discuss what it means to be shallow and wide at the top, and why effective leaders learn when to dive deep and when to stay on the surface. 

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April 5, 2026 20 mins

Not everybody is born to be a comedian, nor do you need to be. But a little bit of
genuine humor can go a long way to build connections.
In this episode of Brain of Command, Omaha Steaks President and CEO Nate Rempe
and Robert Reiss of CEO Forum Group are joined by Andrew Robertson, Chairman of
BBDO Worldwide, to discuss why humor is such an influential tool and how to be just
funny enough.
You’ll learn:
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March 2, 2026 21 mins
  • How did an introverted programmer go from writing code to taking the reins as CEO at one of America’s most iconic brands? Well, that’s exactly what Omaha Steaks CEO Nate Rempe did. And he’s partnering with co-host Robert Reiss, founder of CEO Forum Group, along with other industry-leading CEOs to talk about the strategies and insights that will help YOU command a room, command your career, and maybe even comma...
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February 1, 2026 21 mins

The Fast CPU
Everybody is built with different speeds of CPU – the speed your brain can process
information. But raw speed isn’t everything. Dr. David Rock, Co-Founder and CEO of NeuroLeadership Institute joins Nate and Robert to discuss how to recognize your clock speed and how you can embrace it for smarter, healthier leadership.

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January 4, 2026 21 mins

Humility is a good thing – until it holds you back. If you’re going to build your career, you’ve got to put your achievements out there. Sharon Price John, President and CEO of Build-A-Bear, joins Nate and Robert to discuss the right way to get recognition and why it’s important for leaders to demonstrate a certain level of earned confidence.

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December 7, 2025 21 mins
  • The Fiscally Responsible Personal Brand
  • There’s more to fiscal responsibility than just cutting costs – it’s about building relationships that are defined by trust. Farooq Kathwari, CEO of Ethan Allen, joins Nate and Robert to discuss how to build a culture of fiscal responsibility and how it can elevate your personal brand.
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November 1, 2025 21 mins

Presence creates perception. We’ve all heard the phrase “fake it till you make it,” but that will only get you so far. If you REALLY want to make it, you’ve got to Play the Part. Asheesh Advani, CEO of Junior Achievement, joins Nate and Robert to discuss how to operate at the level of the role you want before it’s officially yours.

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October 5, 2025 21 mins

Influence doesn’t always follow the org chart. Cindi Bigelow, third-generation President and CEO of family-owned Bigelow Tea, joins Nate and Robert to discuss how insiders shape strategy and outcomes, and how you can leverage these individuals to multiply your influence beyond your title.

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September 6, 2025 20 mins

Every organization has an internal "language of influence,” a hidden vocabulary that signals status, strategic awareness, and cultural fluency. Just like travelers integrate and thrive faster when they speak the local tongue, leaders gain influence faster when they become aware and mirror the metaphors, acronyms, and phrases used by influencers and decision-makers inside an organization.

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What happens in the first 15 seconds of a presentation? Audiences make up their minds – fast. And most people blow it. Nate and Robert are joined by Joe Hart, CEO of Dale Carnegie Training, for a conversation that will help you master those opening moments, recover from missteps, and deliver with command.

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