The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett
Did you realize the key to business and team success finds its roots deep in conversation? Join Clint Padgett, who’s built his career helping Fortune 100 companies optimize their businesses, as he interviews leaders who encourage employees to learn, challenge, and grow. If you want to effectively manage people and optimize results, this is the podcast for you. The Conversation with Clinton M. Padgett from Forbes Books.
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May 20, 2026 • 42 mins
In this episode, Clint talks with Wes Adams – Founder & CEO of SV Consulting Group, researcher at the University of Pennsylvania’s Positive Psychology Center, and co-author of “Meaningful Work” – about what actually drives engagement, performance, and fulfillment at work.
Wes explains why meaningful work is more than compensation, perks, or job titles, and why leaders who focus on community, contribution, and challenge create te...
Wes explains why meaningful work is more than compensation, perks, or job titles, and why leaders who focus on community, contribution, and challenge create te...
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May 13, 2026 • 39 mins
In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with M.J. Clark – Vice President at Integrated Leadership Systems and author of “Leading Through Listening – M.J. dives into the internal side of leadership, explaining how mindset, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence shape the way leaders communicate, handle conflict, and build trust.
She introduces the ABC model (Activating Event, Belief System, Consequences) as a practical framework for ...
She introduces the ABC model (Activating Event, Belief System, Consequences) as a practical framework for ...
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May 6, 2026 • 32 mins
In this episode, Clint talks with M.J. Clark – Vice President at Integrated Leadership Systems and author of “Leading Through Listening” – about why listening is one of the most overlooked yet powerful leadership skills, and how it directly impacts trust, communication, and team performance.
Drawing from her experience as a leadership consultant and executive coach, M.J. shares how many leaders unintentionally undermine their teams ...
Drawing from her experience as a leadership consultant and executive coach, M.J. shares how many leaders unintentionally undermine their teams ...
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April 29, 2026 • 31 mins
In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with Paula Davis – Founder and CEO of the Stress & Resilience Institute and author of “Beating Burnout at Work” and “Lead Well” – Paula breaks down the practical leadership behaviors that build stronger teams, increase engagement, and reduce burnout over time.
She introduces concepts like “sticky recognition” and “thank you plus,” explaining how small, intentional moments of feedback can creat...
She introduces concepts like “sticky recognition” and “thank you plus,” explaining how small, intentional moments of feedback can creat...
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April 22, 2026 • 36 mins
In this episode, Clint talks with Paula Davis – Founder and CEO of the Stress & Resilience Institute and author of “Beating Burnout at Work” and “Lead Well” – about what burnout really is, why most organizations misunderstand it, and what leaders need to do differently to build resilient, high-performing teams.
Drawing from her own experience burning out as a lawyer and her work with leaders across industries, Paula explains why...
Drawing from her own experience burning out as a lawyer and her work with leaders across industries, Paula explains why...
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April 15, 2026 • 29 mins
In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with Mark Fava – former U.S. Navy Officer, accomplished aviation attorney, and author of “Lessons from the Admiral” – Mark shares practical leadership lessons on communication, trust, and execution that apply across any organization.
He explains why exceptional leaders repeat their message with clarity and consistency, how listening builds credibility faster than talking, and why transparency, esp...
He explains why exceptional leaders repeat their message with clarity and consistency, how listening builds credibility faster than talking, and why transparency, esp...
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April 8, 2026 • 35 mins
In this episode, Clint talks with Mark Fava, former U.S. Navy Officer, accomplished aviation attorney, and author of “Lessons from the Admiral” about what real leadership looks like under pressure and the habits that separate good leaders from great ones.
Drawing from his time as an admiral’s aide, Mark shares firsthand experiences from high-stakes environments where execution, trust, and attention to detail were mission-critical. H...
Drawing from his time as an admiral’s aide, Mark shares firsthand experiences from high-stakes environments where execution, trust, and attention to detail were mission-critical. H...
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April 1, 2026 • 34 mins
In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with Dr. Vanessa Druskat, Associate Professor at the University of New Hampshire and author of “The Emotionally Intelligent Team,” Dr. Druskat explains how leaders can actively build high-performing teams by shaping culture, not controlling people.
She shares practical ways to create team norms with input from the team itself, why top-down approaches often fail, and how leaders can act as “culture...
She shares practical ways to create team norms with input from the team itself, why top-down approaches often fail, and how leaders can act as “culture...
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March 25, 2026 • 38 mins
In this episode, Clint has a conversation with Dr. Vanessa Druskat, Associate Professor at the University of New Hampshire and author of “The Emotionally Intelligent Team” about why team performance isn’t driven by individual talent, but by the culture teams create together.
Dr. Druskat challenges the common belief that stacking a team with top performers guarantees success. Instead, she explains how the norms teams build around tru...
Dr. Druskat challenges the common belief that stacking a team with top performers guarantees success. Instead, she explains how the norms teams build around tru...
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March 18, 2026 • 27 mins
In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with David Aaker – the “Father of Modern Branding,” Vice Chairman at Prophet, and bestselling author of 18 books – David explains how organizations can uncover powerful stories inside their companies and use them to shape culture, build trust, and strengthen their brands.
David shares practical ways leaders can find and develop signature stories, including creating story banks, identifying meaning...
David shares practical ways leaders can find and develop signature stories, including creating story banks, identifying meaning...
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March 11, 2026 • 25 mins
In this episode, Clint has a conversation with David Aaker – the “Father of Modern Branding,” Vice Chairman at Prophet, and bestselling author of 18 books – about why stories are one of the most powerful tools leaders and organizations have to communicate their message and build lasting brands.
David shares the origin of the modern concept of brand equity, how the marketing world shifted away from short-term tactics toward building ...
David shares the origin of the modern concept of brand equity, how the marketing world shifted away from short-term tactics toward building ...
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March 4, 2026 • 36 mins
In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with Joel Schwartzberg – communication coach, public speaking expert, and author of “Get to the Point!” – Joel shares practical strategies for leading more effective meetings, delivering messages that drive action, and ensuring your ideas are truly understood. He explains why agendas alone aren’t enough, how to avoid common communication traps, and why leaders must focus not just on what they say...
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February 25, 2026 • 42 mins
In this episode, Clint has a conversation with Joel Schwartzberg, communication coach, public speaking expert, and author of “Get to the Point!” During the discussion, Joel shares why most leaders struggle to communicate clearly, how the inability to define a true point undermines impact, and what it takes to craft messages that inspire understanding and action.Drawing on his experience as a national champion public speaker and exe...
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February 13, 2026 • 35 mins
In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with Brian Biro – known as “America’s Breakthrough Speaker” and author of “The ROI of Kindness” – the pair explore how intentional kindness, presence, and gratitude can transform leadership, teamwork, and everyday relationships.
Brian talks about what it means to become a “Chief Kindness Officer,” explaining why being fully present is the foundation of trust, why appreciation fuels performance, an...
Brian talks about what it means to become a “Chief Kindness Officer,” explaining why being fully present is the foundation of trust, why appreciation fuels performance, an...
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February 11, 2026 • 37 mins
In this episode, Clint sits down with Brian Biro, known as “America’s Breakthrough Speaker,” a former corporate vice president, elite swim coach, and author of 16 books including “The ROI of Kindness.” Brian shares how kindness, respect, and human connection are not soft skills, but powerful drivers of leadership, culture, and performance.
Drawing on lessons from legendary coach John Wooden, Brian explains how belief, expectation, a...
Drawing on lessons from legendary coach John Wooden, Brian explains how belief, expectation, a...
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February 4, 2026 • 31 mins
In this episode, Clint continues his conversation with David Allen and Ed Lamont, co-authors of the book “Team: Getting Things Done With Others.”
During the second part of their discussion, David and Ed unpack what breaks teams down (often in the simplest ways), and what it actually takes to build a culture of clarity, trust, and consistent execution, especially in today’s global, hybrid, 24/7 workplace.
From team “working standards”...
During the second part of their discussion, David and Ed unpack what breaks teams down (often in the simplest ways), and what it actually takes to build a culture of clarity, trust, and consistent execution, especially in today’s global, hybrid, 24/7 workplace.
From team “working standards”...
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January 21, 2026 • 28 mins
In Part Two of Clint’s conversation with Whitney Johnson – CEO of Disruption Advisors and bestselling author of “Smart Growth” – they explore how to make personal and professional reinvention real. From unlocking the power of imagery to stretching beyond comfort zones, Whitney shares science-backed tools to help you shift your mindset and lead change from within.
She also dives into her concept of the “stretch zone,” explains how yo...
She also dives into her concept of the “stretch zone,” explains how yo...
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January 14, 2026 • 30 mins
In this episode, Clint speaks with Whitney Johnson, Co-Founder and CEO of Disruption Advisors, bestselling author of “Smart Growth,” and one of the world’s most influential management thinkers.
Whitney shares how growth follows an emotional journey she calls the “S Curve of Learning” and how leaders can better navigate that journey in themselves and others. She also unpacks how disruption starts from the inside out, why our brains a...
Whitney shares how growth follows an emotional journey she calls the “S Curve of Learning” and how leaders can better navigate that journey in themselves and others. She also unpacks how disruption starts from the inside out, why our brains a...
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January 7, 2026 • 60 mins
In this episode, we’re closing out the year with a look back at the insights, stories, and moments that stayed with us long after the mic turned off.Clint revisits standout clips from the guests who brought fresh perspective, practical wisdom, and honest reflection to the table in 2025. From leadership and innovation to trust, communication, and purpose, this episode is a highlight reel of the year’s most memorable lessons.In this ...
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December 17, 2025 • 29 mins
In Part Two of Clint's Conversation with Simon Mainwaring – Founder & CEO of We First, bestselling author, and global authority on purpose-driven branding – the discussion shifts from strategy to soul: how storytelling, culture, and connection can elevate your organization from the inside out.
Simon shares hard-earned lessons from his work with Fortune 100 giants, startups, and global NGOs alike, explaining why today’s most effe...
Simon shares hard-earned lessons from his work with Fortune 100 giants, startups, and global NGOs alike, explaining why today’s most effe...
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