Better Leadership Team Show

In this inspiring episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Susan Inouye, executive coach, bestselling author, and co-founder of Sawubona Leadership, to explore how to drive lasting change by recognizing the unique gifts of every team member. We unpack how inclusive, human-centered leadership can dramatically shift culture, engagement, and results.

In this Mike on the Mic episode, I dive into the art of navigating tough times as a leader. Whether you're facing a business downturn or gearing up for inevitable challenges, I share frameworks and real-world strategies to help your leadership team stay strong and thrive.

In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Massone, leadership coach and founder of Prepared Leader Consulting, to discuss how we can prepare the next generation of leaders before they step into formal leadership roles. Jeff brings over 20 years of project management experience and deep coaching insights rooted in his training with the John Maxwell Team.

In this episode, I sat down with communication expert Diane DiResta to explore why speaking is one of the most critical leadership skills. We discuss how strong communication can impact everything from team trust to billion-dollar business decisions.

In this episode, I sit down with Fred Joyal, bestselling author of Super Bold and co-founder of 1-800-DENTIST, to explore how boldness can revolutionize your leadership. We talk about how to shift from hesitation to action, how boldness creates better teams, and why being bold is a skill anyone can build, one small step at a time.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with executive coach John Gallagher to explore how intentionality can transform leaders and teams. John shares the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual disciplines that top-performing leaders implement—and the biggest obstacles that get in their way.

This episode explores how fear—whether fear of failure, success, or confrontation—can be reframed into purposeful action. With tools for difficult conversations, decision-making, and team development, leaders will find clear strategies for turning fear into growth.

In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Hancher, a powerhouse executive coach, keynote speaker, and host of the award-winning Champion Forum Podcast. Jeff's journey, from growing up in poverty with two disabled parents, to serving in the U.S. Army, to climbing the ranks at a Fortune 500 company, is a story of grit, growth, and transformational leadership.

Are you tired of solving the same problems for your team over and over again? In this “Mike on the Mic” episode, I share five strategies to shift from managing to coaching, so you can empower your team and finally lead at the level you were meant to.

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I explore leadership alignment, brand loyalty, and customer retention with Ed Howie, founder of BTY Creative. We break down the Three O’s of Woo, the Five O’s of Business Success, and the strategies leadership teams can use to create unforgettable customer experiences and sustainable growth.

In this Mike on the Mic episode, I share 10 critical questions that top-performing leadership teams use to align, innovate, and thrive—again and again.

In this Mike on the Mic episode, I dig into one of the most critical challenges leadership teams face today: adaptability. When the world changes—whether through global events, industry disruption, or internal shifts—how do you know when your plan no longer serves you? And what do you do about it?

What if you and your team spent most of your time doing what you love—and what you’re great at? In this episode, I share how to identify true strengths, reframe weaknesses, and run powerful team exercises that can transform your leadership.

In this episode, I sit down with Phil M. Jones, bestselling author of Exactly What to Say, to explore how leaders can use language to influence, align teams, and drive action. Phil shares powerful insights on subconscious influence, strategic questioning, and overcoming indecision, helping leaders elevate their impact through the words they choose.

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Peters, CEO of Butterball Farms and author of The Source and The Retention Trap. We explore how Mark transformed his family business by building trust, supporting employee wellbeing, and launching The Source—a nonprofit that helps workers overcome personal challenges. Mark also shares why focusing solely on retention is a trap and how investing in your people leads to stronger teams and long-term success.

In this episode, I dive into the critical yet often overlooked role of mid-level leaders. Learn why they’re the backbone of your organization and how you can empower them with 8 practical strategies, from clear expectations to leadership development and career pathways. Transform your mid-level leaders, and watch your leadership team—and company—thrive.

What does it take to develop an Olympic-level performance mindset? In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with two-time Olympian Stephanie Roble, a world-class sailor, to explore how elite athletes build resilience, manage pressure, and develop the mindset needed to perform at the highest level.

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Chalmers Brothers, best-selling author, executive coach, and expert in leadership development. Chalmers dives into the power of conversations in shaping leadership success, introducing concepts like "carefrontation" and the SOAR framework. We discuss how language creates possibilities, why avoiding difficult conversations harms teams, and how leaders can foster trust and authenticity.

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Kevin Eikenberry, Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, to discuss his groundbreaking book Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Kevin shares insights on why most leadership development programs fail, the importance of integrating mindset, skillset, and habit-set, and how leaders can thrive in an increasingly complex world. Discover practical tools like the Cynefin Framework and learn how flexibility in leadership can drive commitment, adapt to change, and foster better team dynamics.

What if failure was the key to success in sales and leadership? In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, Klyn Elsbury shares her incredible journey—from growing up with cystic fibrosis to becoming one of America’s top sales trainers.

We uncover:
Why failure fuels success in leadership and sales
How to build a high-performing sales team (and avoid hiring mistakes)
The three sales personality types every leader should know
Leadership mistakes that kill sales performance—and how to fix them