52. Leading - with Amy Wong

I am so energized and inspired from this conversation with Advisor, Educator, and Executive Coach; David Nour, CEO The Nour Group Inc. He is the author of more than 10 books on creating high performing organizations and achieving success through relationship economics and one of the best authorities in this field. Here are some of the topics we covered together:- The power of strategic relationships is not only for business but also professional and personal- Some of the very best opportunities we get as individuals as well as organizations come from our relationships- The key is to be intentional in developing these relationships for the long term- Relationships accelerate growth because both parties share common values- The future belongs to the ones who are curious and continuously developing themselves- Dedicate some time every week to learn and develop even in areas not directly related to your scope of work- Work life blending is a better approach then work life balance!- Be interested in having your message remembered instead of being rememberedAnd many more insights from this conversation. Check it out!Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact [email protected]

My guest for this episode, is Russell Eisenstat, an inspirational leader whose mission has been to develop leaders and organizations that put people at the center together with profit. We explored so many critical leadership topics like how to balance leadership focus between people and bottom line, how to engage the whole organization, how to earn trust, and how to develop a shared emotional resonant purpose.In his very humble voice, Russ shared his reflections on his own successful leadership journey and offered advice to organizational leaders including young aspiring ones.Russ is, Emeritus Executive Director and co-founder of the Center for Higher Ambition Leadership and Former President and co-Founder of TruePoint, a management consultancy firm. He served on the faculty of the Harvard Business School and spent five years at McKinsey & Company. He is a co-author of the Higher Ambition, a book that shows how great CEOs around the world create superior long term economic and social value and many articles in Harvard Business Review.Like always, I would appreciate any feedback you have about this episode or the podcast overall. Feel free to reach out to me on  [email protected]. Also, whether you are a leaders of 5 or 5000 people, if you have any challenges driving the development of the capabilities, culture, alignment, engagement or collaboration of your people or simply have challenges implementing strategy or driving change at scale, I am offering a free 30 minutes strategy session. In this session you would get insights which you can apply right away to take your people and organization to the next level.Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact [email protected]

My guest in this episode is Nandu Nandkishore ex Global CEO Nestlé Nutrition. Broadcasted live on LinkedIn and Facebook (please excuse the audio quality), we explored in this inspiring conversation what does it take to lead in challenging times and how can leaders make the most out crisis. Nandu shares so many deep insights from his top leadership experience including how leading during COVID requires creativity to leverage the crisis for success and how remote working and remote leadership is here to stay which requires from every leader to adapt to new way of leading and communicating.Like always, I would appreciate any feedback you have about this episode or the podcast overall. Feel free to reach out to me on [email protected]. Also, whether you are a leaders of 5 or 5000 people, if you have any challenges driving the development of the capabilities, culture, alignment, engagement or collaboration of your people or simply have challenges implementing strategy or driving change at scale, I am offering a free 30 minutes strategy session. In this session you would get insights which you can apply right away to take your people and organization to the next level.Insights/direct quotes from this episode:“Never waste a failure.. It is too precious to be wasted by complaining.”“Consciously nurturing diversity and psychological safety” “Stay true to your values, never compromise them” “Spend more time discussing ideas and less talking about people and events”These are just some of many wise reflections from Nandu. I hope you will find inspiration and motivation in this episode and if you do so, check Nandu’s inspiring YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0vLXNK5dRzocNjXbMVdECAPS Apologies in advance for the challenging audio quality which was caused by the live broadcast.

We talk about how leaders can drive and accelerate collaboration in their teams and organizations, with Harvard Professor Dr. Heidi Gardner, author of the Washington Post bestselling book "Smart Collaboration". Some of the takeaways:​To apply smarter collaboration we need deep expertise who are exited, passionate and educated in our area.​We need to find people who have complementary basis of expertise​All successful entrepreneurs are actually heading platforms which contain qualified, passionate and ambitious people who are supporting them.​Dr. Gardner Introduces a tool under “Smart Collaboration” to measure how we identify problems, and how teams can interact to approach that problems.These and much more were discussed in this beneficial conversation.Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond.  For any inquiries, please contact [email protected]

My guest in this episode is Richard Jolly. He is Adjunct Professor at London Business School and Director of the organizational consulting firm, Stokes & Jolly Consulting Limited. In this fascinating talk, we explored many leadership topics including organizations being socio-technical systems, how confident organizations make it to success, how strategy work changed, the importance of engaging people, the current status of executive education and corporate learning, and much more. A masterclass in organizational leadership and development with many inspiring stories and examples!Like always, I would appreciate any feedback you have about this episode or the podcast overall. Feel free to reach out to me on  [email protected]. Also, whether you are a leaders of 5 or 5000 people, if you have any challenges driving the development of the capabilities, culture, alignment, engagement or collaboration of your people or simply have challenges implementing strategy or driving change at scale, I am offering a free 30 minutes strategy session. In this session you would get insights which you can apply right away to take your people and organization to the next level.

My guest in this episode is one of my heroes Agility Group Chief Human Capital and Ex CEO of its Government and Defense Business, Ex Commander Toby Switzer. He built and developed one of the largest supply chain contracts, a multi billion organization which was responsible for feeding over one million meal a day. If you toured the warehouses managed under his leadership you would sense the impeccable organization and management and if you walked in the offices you could feel a sense of pride like no other.In this very personal reflection, Toby shares his leadership philosophy and military influence, how he and the team build a great organization and culture focusing on people and delivering exceptional service and excellent bottom line performance.Like always, I would appreciate any feedback you have about this episode or the podcast overall. Feel free to reach out to me on [email protected]. Also, whether you are a leaders of 5 or 5000 people, if you have any challenges driving the development of the capabilities, culture, alignment, engagement or collaboration of your people or simply have challenges implementing strategy or driving change at scale, I am offering a free 30 minutes strategy session. In this session you would get insights which you can apply right away to take your people and organization to the next level.

In this episode, we had a great discussion with Harvard Professor Dr. Heidi Gardner, author of the Washington Post bestselling book "Smart Collaboration". Dr. Gardner’s passion about collaboration is contagious and her extensive research not only proves scientifically the impact of smart collaboration on business results but also gives clarity on how to maximize the talents and behavior tendencies of your team and people during challenging times and beyond. What is the difference between “feel good” collaboration and smart collaboration and how could you, as an organizational leader, drive smarter collaboration in your workplace to maximize your people impact and your organizational performance? Through examples and stories, you will get many insights on these and more! Feel free to check, Dr. Gardner’s Research and Advisory firm Gardener & Co on https://www.gardnerandco.co/ and the smart collaboration accelerator tool on https://smartcollaborationaccelerator.com/ Like always, I would appreciate any feedback you have about this episode or the podcast overall. Feel free to reach out to me on [email protected]. Also, whether you are a leaders of 5 or 5000 people, if you have any challenges driving the development of the capabilities, culture, alignment, engagement or collaboration of your people or simply have challenges implementing strategy or driving change at scale, I am offering a free 30 minutes strategy session. In this session you would get insights which you can apply right away to take your people and organization to the next level.

This episode is a part of series of solo cast episodes, where I talk about balancing career success with personal fulfillment, that requires self-awareness, reflection, and sustainable habits. Some of the key takeaways: Career and personal life need sustainable balance, not perfection. Daily reflection on what brings energy and fulfillment is key. Awareness of overworking triggers helps maintain work-life harmony. Both personal and professional lives should support and fuel each other. These and much more in this episode. Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact [email protected]

A solo cast episode where I talk about transforming a draining career by boosting energy, nurturing relationships, focusing on impactful tasks, and aligning with personal passion and purpose. Some of the key takeaways: Prioritize Energy: Start your day by investing in physical and mental energy to set a positive tone for work. Nurture Relationships: Build meaningful connections at work to enhance fulfillment and open new opportunities. Focus on High-Impact Tasks: Identify and prioritize important but non-urgent tasks that can drive success. Align with Passion: Reflect on your strengths and purpose to ensure your work aligns with what truly motivates you. These and more in this solo cast episode. Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact [email protected]

A very special episode with Ken Schmidt who is one of the business world’s most demanded executive advisors and speakers. It explores how Harley-Davidson's former CEO, Richard Teerlink, revitalized the iconic brand through bold leadership and strategic innovation. Some of the key takeaways:
​Effective leadership can drive sustainability and innovation in a company.​Successful turnarounds often involve integrating eco-friendly practices and updating the company’s image.​Strategic focus on new market opportunities and customer engagement is crucial for revitalization.​Visionary leadership can significantly impact the revival of established brands.

These and much more in this special episode.
Until the next episode, stay INSPIRED and make the biggest difference in your area of responsibility and beyond. For any inquiries, please contact [email protected]