The Leadership Vision Podcast
The Leadership Vision Podcast is about helping people better understand who they are as a leader. Hosted by Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring—authors of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane—this show is rooted in over 25 years of consulting experience helping teams stay mentally engaged and emotionally healthy. Our podcast provides insight to help you grow as a leader, build a positive team culture, and develop your organization to meet today’s evolving business landscape. Through client stories, research-based leadership models, and reflective conversations, we explore personal growth and leadership topics using a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. With over 350,000 downloads across 180+ countries, The Leadership Vision Podcast is your resource for discovering, practicing, and implementing leadership that transforms.
Episodes
In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, CEO Dr. Linda Schubring shares what it was like to record the audiobook version of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. She discusses how holistic preparation, a lifetime of practice, and the courage to be fully present shaped this emotional experience—and how these lessons apply to leadership and life.
Listen as Linda shares:
- Why recording the ...
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we’re joined by Dan Silvert—behavioral expert, keynote speaker, and co-founder of Velocity Advisory Group. Dan shares his journey from sound engineer to leadership consultant, revealing how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and behavioral flexibility are the keys to unlocking a team’s full potential.
We dive into Dan's "bird" styles based on the DIS...
In part two of our series on “Dreaming,” Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring continue their exploration of how dreams unfold—not just within individuals, but within teams and entire organizations. We delve into the powerful role leaders play in creating space for collective imagination and how dreaming—distinct from vision—can transform individuals and systems.
You’ll hear real stories from our consulting work, insights from...
In this inaugural episode of our new Unfolded series, we delve into the transformative power of personal dreams. Drawing from Chapter 1 of the two-time national best-selling book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring, we dive into what it means to name your dream—and why that’s often the first step toward discovering your identity, purpose, and potential.
🧠 What You...
In this mini-episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan shares exciting news about Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane — now a national bestseller on both the USA Today and Publisher’s Weekly lists. He also introduces a powerful (and free!) reflection Guide to help individuals and teams explore the book's deeper themes. Whether you've already started reading or are just getting cu...
Neuropsychologist Dr. Julia DiGangi joins the Leadership Vision Podcast to explore how emotional energy drives our lives, leadership, and relationships. From rewiring patterned emotional responses to building resilience through pain, this conversation offers practical, science-based insights for anyone looking to grow in emotional power.
Topics Discussed:
- Why the brain resists change (and how to work with it)
- The dif...
In this special episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring reflect on the year-long journey to writing and launching their new book, Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Recorded during a return to the lakeside cabin where they finished their manuscript one year ago, this conversation is a deeply personal and emotional look at collaboration, creativity, and what it me...
In this episode, Nathan and Brian reflect on the major transition Leadership Vision is undergoing as they prepare to launch their new book, Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Brian shares the story of how the company started (accidentally!), what he's learned about leadership, and how trust, risk, and vision continue to shape their future.
Key Topics Covered:
- The emotional tension of piv...
In this episode, Nathan revisits one of Brian Schubring's earliest blog posts, "Lead From Where You Are," written in 2012. The wisdom in this post is simple but powerful: meaningful influence doesn’t always come from formal leadership roles or big platforms. Instead, it often happens in quiet, everyday moments of relationship and presence.
Nathan connects these reflections to themes found in Unfolded: Le...
In this episode, Nathan Freeburg sits down with Linda Schubring to talk about her new book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. They explore the philosophy and strategy behind the story, the metaphor of origami, and how deep listening and reflection help shape personal and team transformation.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why transformation begins with listening
- How mountain folds and valley folds reflect...
In This Episode, We Cover:
- Why traditional team building has such a bad reputation
- The five biggest reasons team building fails
- What research says about effective team-building elements
- How to plan team-building activities that actually work
Resources
Team Building Tops the List of Most Disliked Workplace Social Activities
Please Don't Make Me Go! Team-Building is Not for Everyone, Says Acas
Many Workers Do Not ...
In this episode, we announce the upcoming release of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane—a powerful new book by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring. Learn why they chose an allegory to share their leadership philosophy, what an origami crane can teach us about transformation, and how each of us holds a personal map that can guide our journey.
Key Topics:
- Why Unfolded is an allegory, not a traditional...
Hey friends! 👋 This week, the Leadership Vision Podcast is taking a short break for spring break! 🌸 No new episode today, but we’ll be back next week with a very special announcement from Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring that you won’t want to miss.
In the meantime, give yourself a break, too—whether it’s a walk, a run, a hike, or just a quiet moment to recharge. Your mental health and well-being matter.
In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, we continue our conversation with executive coach and aviation leader Stephanie Chung about her book Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You. We explore:
- Why diversity goes beyond race and gender—it’s about experiences, thought processes, and communication styles.
- How privilege isn’t a bad thing—it’s a tool that can be used to create positive change.
- ...
In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, we sit down with Stephanie Chung, an executive leader in the aviation industry, speaker, and author of Ally Leadership: How to Lead People Who Are Not Like You.
In Part 1 of this conversation, we explore:
- Stephanie’s early years as a military brat and how constant change shaped her adaptability and leadership.
- Her journey breaking barriers in aviation and the power of...
Have you ever participated in a team-building event that felt like a waste of time? This episode explores how to make team building meaningful—with clear strategy, research-based approaches, and customized solutions. Plus, we update our insights to reflect today’s hybrid work reality and evolving employee expectations.
🎧 Listen in as we discuss:
✔️ The four biggest team-building mistakes
✔️ Why one-off events ...
What does it really mean to live and lead with integrity? In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, we sit down with Jeff Klubeck, speaker, coach, and author of The Integrity Game. Jeff shares his journey from humble beginnings to building a career in coaching, training, and leadership development. He breaks down his 10-point model for integrity, explains how accountability plays a crucial role in leadership a...
In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, we sit down with Larry Armstrong, former CEO turned artist and author, to discuss his new book, Layered Leadership. Larry shares how his background in architecture, art, and leadership shaped his philosophy and how layers—whether in design, strategy, or personal growth—are key to success.
We discuss:
- How creativity enhances leadership and decision-making
- The importanc...
What happens when alignment is missing in an organization? Miscommunication, disengagement, and inefficiency. But when strategy, leadership, and culture align, teams thrive. In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring break down the four key areas of alignment—organizational, leadership, team, and personal—and share practical ways to cultivate alignment a...
In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, we sit down with Tricia Brouk, a celebrated director, producer, public speaking coach, author, and founder of the Big Talk Academy. Tricia shares her incredible journey from a professional dancer on some of the world’s most iconic stages to becoming a thought leader dedicated to helping others amplify their voices and create meaningful impact.
We explore her approach t...
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