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Penn & Kim Holderness: ADHD is Awesome

Known for their viral social videos and Penn's unique ability to wrap everyday situations, Penn and Kim Holderness bring a refreshing and relatable perspective to the topic of ADHD in this episode discussing their latest book, ADHD is Awesome: A Guide to (Mostly) Thriving with ADHD. They share their personal experiences, from Penn's career as a sportscaster to their decision to start a media training company, and how their journey led them to write this inspiring and informative book. With humor and vulnerability, they explore the challenges and strengths of ADHD, offering insights for parents, partners, leaders, and individuals themselves. The conversation delves into the five stages of owning an ADHD identity and the importance of understanding and embracing neurodiversity.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: A Brief Guide – Download our guide for a summary of principles and practices that can help you cope with change in resilient, creative ways.

Jay Schwedelson: Mastering Digital Engagement

Jay Schwedelson, CEO of Outcome Media, joins On Leadership to discuss the ins-and-outs of digital marketing and media as he shares his expertise in five specific areas: email marketing, social media, podcasting, online events, and thought leadership. Whether you're looking to refine your current strategies or explore new avenues for growth, Jay shares valuable knowledge and actionable tactics from his track record of success.
Manage Your Time Like a Pro: 7 Tips for Doing What Matters Most – Hard-working professionals should be spending more time on their long-term goals. We can help.

Israel Del Toro: A Patriotic Promise

The lessons we can all learn from US Air Force Senior Master Sergeant Israel Del Toro Jr.’s unwavering determination and commitment to service are palpable. Del Toro's story is one of immense courage and resilience, as he shares his experiences serving in Afghanistan and the life-altering injuries he sustained in defense of his country. From surviving a near-fatal explosion to enduring months in a coma and facing the loss of his fingers and severe burns on 80 percent of his body, his journey is nothing short of heroic. Despite the unimaginable challenges he has faced, Del Toro's mindset and willpower have propelled him forward, inspiring others to persevere through their own struggles.
Thriving Through Tough Times: Download our guide and explore four tactics you can use to navigate the negative mindsets that creep in during times of stress.

Terry Real: Building Better Relationships

Unpack some practical strategies to help any relationship with Terry Real. Terry joins On Leadership to explore relational life therapy and the importance of reframing your mindset in relationships. He shares insights on how to communicate most effectively with others and repair conflicts, specifically by taking turns in addressing issues, being empathetic, and intentionally putting the focus on the relationship rather than the task at hand.
Do you know how you communicate? Take our Difficult Conversation Assessment to gain insight into which of three conversation styles you use and learn how to navigate conversations with effectiveness and authenticity.

Vivian Tu: Winning Money Mindset

Our society often values people who have done things, but we like to shoot down people who are doing things. Rich AF author Vivian Tu shines a spotlight on this issue in her conversation On Leadership, where she also shares her personal journey of leaving a successful career on Wall Street to pursue her passion in the media space. Vivian discusses the importance of setting boundaries when it comes to lending money to friends and family, and offers valuable insights on how to navigate financial conversations with loved ones. With millions of followers on social media, Vivian also shares her strategies for building a strong online presence and the importance of consistency in content creation.
Adapt to Change: 5 Self-Coaching Questions—Download this guide to help your leaders identify their current approach to change and adopt a productive mindset that enables them to thrive in new circumstances.

John Mackey: The Whole Story

Join the co-founder and former CEO of Whole Foods, John Mackey, as he discusses his new book, The Whole Story: Adventures in Life, Love, and Capitalism, which delves into his 44-year journey with Whole Foods. John shares insights on balancing profit and mission, the importance of operational efficiency, and the lessons he learned from mistakes along the way. He also reflects on the acquisition of Whole Foods by Amazon and his new venture, Love Life, a holistic health membership club.
Execute Your Strategic Goals and Create Breakthrough Results: Rather than just a theory, The 4 Disciplines of Execution is a proven set of principles designed to help leaders consistently achieve breakthrough results. This shareable guide gives an overview of each discipline to help you get started on achieving your goals by executing on your priorities.

Thomas Curran: The Perfection Trap

Learn some new ways to steer clear of the perfection trap with practical tips and insights from author Thomas Curran. The London School of Economics professor shares what he’s learned from his journey with perfectionism and discusses the impact it can have on the workplace and society as a whole. He offers advice on how leaders can balance high standards with support and create a healthy work environment.
Manage Your Energy to Do Your Job Well: 5 Tips for Constant Self-Renewal—To identify areas where you're putting yourself at risk of burnout, answer the questions in our guide, then choose one good self-care habit you can start practicing this week.

Danny Warshay: See, Solve, Scale

Danny Warshay, a professor of entrepreneurship at Brown University and author of the book See, Solve, Scale, aims to demystify how to flourish as an entrepreneur. Danny emphasizes the importance of identifying the problem to solve, iterating through solutions on a small scale, and ultimately scaling the solution for long-term impact, and says this process can apply to a variety of situations in our personal and professional lives.
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Tom Bilyeu: Taking Control

It's up to you. You have to take control of your own life by defining your values and using them as a starting point for everything else. No one else can do it for you. That is one of many takeaways offered by filmmaker, billion-dollar entrepreneur, and award-winning screenwriter, Tom Bilyeu, in his conversation On Leadership. Tom shares his story and the lessons he's learned about resilience, persistence, and adaptability. He also advises listeners to continuously and intentionally learn about AI and its application in an effort to stay ahead of the curve in their lives and careers.
6 Ways to Help Your Team Handle Stress During Times of Change: Humans are wired to react to change—it's a survival mechanism. And while everyone experiences change differently, how we choose to react to change can set us apart and chart a productive course forward.

Howard Behar: Putting People First

In this episode of On Leadership with Scott Miller, the spotlight is on Howard Behar, the former president of Starbucks International and author of the book It's Not About the Coffee: Lessons on Putting People First from a Life at Starbucks. With over 21 years of experience at Starbucks, Behar shares his insights on building an organization that prioritizes people and values. From his early experiences in the retail business to his journey with Starbucks, Behar emphasizes the importance of servant leadership and the impact it can have on personal and professional success.
Crucial Insights For First-Level Leaders: Develop your people into a high-performing team with these time-tested and proven insights.