Lubar Executive Education Podcast

In this episode we talk with Stephen Sopko about about the benefits of using opportunity driven approaches to leadership instead of fear-based leadership. 

During our time together we discuss:

• The difference between opportunity driven leadership and fear-based leadership.
• How can leaders be successful in driving accountability and communicating potential consequences without leaning too heavily on a fear-based approach o...

In this episode we talk with Rod Collins about self-managed organizations and the transformational power of collective intelligence. 

During our time together we discuss:

• What self managed teams and organizations are all about. 
• Compelling reasons for moving towards becoming a self-managed organization.
• Real life examples of organizations that have unleashed the power of collective intelligence.
• What to say to skeptics abo...

In this episode we talk with the honorable Dr. John Hillen about what separates the best strategists from the rest and how you can continue to improve in this important aspect of leadership. 

During our time together we discuss:

• Why only 4% of executives naturally think strategically.
• Common mistakes and excuses leaders and organizations make when it comes to strategy.
• What separates the best strategists from the rest, an...

In this episode we talk with Wendy Brand about how leaders can create and operationalize the culture they envision.

During our time together we discuss:

• The relationship between culture and dysfunction.
• How you as a leader can begin to define and create a culture that prevents dysfunction and burnout.
• Advice for leaders who inherit an existing team or culture that is well-established but needs to change.
• How to define your...

In this episode we talk with Tom Collins about about techniques you can use to build an authentic connection with any audience and keep them engaged.  

During our time together we discuss:

• Four pillars of leadership and how leaders struggle with one or more of them.
• How you as a leader can maintain your character and values when under intense stress.
• Advice for leaders who want to empower their teams but find themselves t...

In this episode we talk with Danny Brassell about about techniques you can use to build an authentic connection with any audience and keep them engaged.  

During our time together we discuss:

• Common mistakes leaders are making when trying to communicate impactfully whether they are trying to sell their ideas, products, and/or services.
• Foundational things you can do to resonate better with your audiences (aka the five C&...

In this episode we talk with Philip Hilt about some of the biggest misconceptions that hold back mid-career professionals and how you can effectively move forward on your leadership journey without burning out.  

During our time together we discuss:

• The biggest misconceptions that hold mid-career leaders back. 
• Why so many professionals think an advanced degree is necessary to lead effectively.
• Why so many professionals b...

In this episode we talk with Robert Hunt, aka "The Accountability Guy", about the top similarities that CEOs have.

During our time together we discuss:

• The top traits of great CEOs. 
• What does it mean to be "accountable in life".
• Why aren't people accountable.
• How leaders can help people in their organizations be more accountable. 
• The impact of leaders getting too involved in the work of their orga...

In this episode we talk with Sho Ishikura about ways you and your team can overcome all of the distractions present in our everyday lives so you can accomplish more…. all while reducing anxiety.

During our time together we discuss:

• How we have arrived at this point in human history where there are so many distractions. 
• How leaders can identify if their workforce is suffering from low productivity due to distractions.
• Pra...

In this episode we sit down with Marty Strong to talk about ways you can lead yourself and your team during crisis events.

During our time together we discuss:

• What leaders can do to prepare themselves and their teams to address unexpected challenges effectively. 
• How to respond when everything around you seems chaotic so your mission or goals aren't derailed.
• Overcoming your "inner critic".
• Advice for leade...

In this episode we sit down with Isabelle Fortin to talk about Human Centered Leadership  

During our time together we discuss:

• What Human Centered Leadership is and the key traits and skills leaders should be developing. 
• The key traits and skills to develop and incorporate to be a more Human Centric leader.
• How leaders can maintain a human-centric approach in high-pressure environments and situations. 
• How to overcome a ...

In this episode we sit down with David Roche to talk about what it takes to be successful as a C-Level Executive.  

During our time together we discuss:

• Why a large percentage of new CEOs fail.
• How new senior executives can increase their chances of success and address some of the things that will lead to failure.
• How prevalent "imposter syndrome" is in the C-Suite and how to work through it.
• The benefits of havi...

In this episode we sit down with Ray Martin about creating and maintaining resilience and inner peace so you can be an even more impactful leader.

During our time together we discuss:

• What it's like to be trapped in a life that others expect of you.
• How to find your path despite all of the noise, chaos, and pressure to conform.
• Ray's "6 rules for happiness".
• How to craft your own rules for happiness.
• How...

In this episode we talk with Conor Cuneen about ways to make your presentations more memorable and impactful with the help of well-placed humor.   

During our time together we discuss:

• The difference between humor and comedy.
• You don't have to be funny to be funny.
• The importance of planning your presentation and understanding your audience.
• When to use humor and how much is too much.
• Techniques for using humor in your...

In this episode we talk with Geoff Weinstein about how to articulate your thoughts better and eliminate communication voids to boost productivity.   

During our time together we discuss:

• What leaders can learn from the history of communication.
• Why communication is so important as a leader AND why it tends to be a challenge for many.
• The danger of "communication voids".
• How to lean principles to "cut the flu...

In this episode we talk with Jurriaan Kamer about applying modern methods to accelerate your organization’s strategy and improve outcomes.   

During our time together we discuss:

• Is speeding up your organization always a good idea?
• Lessons leaders can learn from Formula 1 racing to help speed up your organization effectively.
• Ways to save time by revisiting how your organization collaborates and uses meetings.
• The importan...

In this episode we talk with Richard Walsh about how entrepreneurs can scale their business to new heights while also maintaining a healthy level of balance and freedom in their personal lives.   

During our time together we discuss:

• What is "The Owner's Prison" and how you can get out of it and regain some control and freedom.
• The five F's of work life balance and how to increase and preserve balance...

In this episode we talk with John Hannum about he importance of selecting the right CFO for your growing business.  

During our time together we discuss:

• Why so many entrepreneurs think they have to wear all the hats (CEO, CFO, Head of Sales, Marketing, etc.)
• The first role that an enterpreneur should look to fill in their organization.
• When considering to hire a CFO, what should you be looking for?
• If you can't affor...

In this episode, we have Russel Lolacher back on the show to dive deeper into some of his Seven Deadly Sins of Leadership.  Russel is international speaker and the founder/host of Relationships at Work, a show digging into timely and relevant topics with global experts on how to be better leaders and create healthy workplace cultures. 

During our time together we discuss:

• Why people confuse responsibility with accountab...