Leading Through Continual Transformation with Fortune 500 CEO Keith Demmings of Assurant (Part 1)

Leadership lessons can come from unexpected sources. Horses, with their millions of years of survival as sustainable communities, have much to teach us about effective leadership, especially in times of uncertainty.Gayle Lantz speaks with Melba Holliday, with Atlantic Leadership Group, an executive coach who combines her passion for horses with transformational leadership development. Melba shares insights from her unique approach of equine-facilitated leadership, where leaders learn valuable lessons through ground-based interactions with horses.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/How-Horses-Can-Teach-You-To-Lead-in-Uncertain-Times-with-Melba-Holliday

Imagine going a whole week without complaining. Sounds impossible? In this episode, Gayle Lantz shares her personal experiment of attempting just that - and why it's a game-changer for leaders.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/The-No-Complaint-Challenge-Transforming-Your-Leadership-Mindset

You've sparked enthusiasm in your team, but how do you keep that energy burning bright? In this episode, Gayle Lantz explores strategies for sustaining momentum after igniting leadership sparks.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Keeping-the-Fire-Alive--Sustaining-Momentum-in-Leadership

Around Independence Day it's a fitting time to ignite some leadership fireworks of your own. This special episode explores how you can spark meaningful connection, inspiration, and renewed energy to supercharge your second-half of the year performance.As Gayle Lantz explains, great leaders are like pilot lights – always ready to illuminate the path for others. But even pilot lights need an occasional re-ignition. If you're feeling a little burned out or stuck in a midyear rut, this episode offers a simple framework to reignite your leadership spark.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Let-the-Sparks-Fly-Midyear-Motivation-for-Leaders

Are you feeling stuck in a midyear slump, struggling to find motivation or a sense of progress? If so, you're not alone. Many leaders find themselves in this rut during midyear (and at other times of the year) for a number of reasons. However, Gayle Lantz offers a refreshing perspective: What if being stuck is actually a good thing?Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Embracing-Your-Stuckness--How-to-Make-the-Most-of-a-Midyear-Slump

Most businesses struggle to stand out and truly differentiate themselves in today's crowded and competitive landscape. They often rely too heavily on promoting their products or services, failing to realize that customers form connections based on an organization's culture and humanity.Gayle Lantz speaks with Ken Schmidt, a driving force behind Harley-Davidson's legendary turnaround and global dominance. Ken shifted the company's mindset from a product-first approach to one that prioritized creating memorable experiences and emotional connections with customers.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Lessons-from-Harley-Davidsons-Turnaround-The-Unconventional-Path-to-Dominating-Your-Market-with-Ken-Schmidt

Many employees across industries share a common frustration -- they wish they could "fix" their boss. While the leadership abilities of managers often leave room for improvement, the reality is that positive change requires effort and understanding from both parties.Gayle Lantz speaks with Molly McGrath, author of the Amazon top-ranked book "Fix My Boss: The Simple Plan to Cultivate Respect, Risk Courageous Conversations and Increase the Bottom Line." Molly is the founder and CEO of Hiring and Empowering Solutions, providing legal staffing and law firm development services.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Fix-My-Boss-and-Create-a-Positive-Work-Environment-with-Molly-McGrath

Many leaders and entrepreneurs find themselves trapped on the hamster wheel of burnout, sacrificing their well-being for the sake of growth and productivity. But what if there was a different path, one that allowed for sustainable success without compromising your health and relationships?Gayle Lantz speaks with Jadah Sellner, an author, business mentor, and the host of the Lead with Love podcast. Jadah is on a mission to help entrepreneurs and leaders embrace an "anti-hustle" approach, rejecting the notion that burnout is an inevitable part of building a thriving business.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Say-No-to-the-Hamster-Wheel-to-Build-Your-Business-with-Jadah-Sellner

Leading change is one of the biggest challenges for leaders today. In this episode, Gayle Lantz offers a coaching perspective on leading through change more effectively.Gayle underscores the need for clear communication, acknowledging small wins, and aligning teams around shared goals and roles. She encourages leaders to seek support when needed, engage their teams early in the process, and, most importantly, stay inspired themselves.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Keys-to-Leading-Your-Team-Through-Change--A-Coaching-Perspective

As organizations navigate an increasingly complex business landscape, leaders who can thrive in complexity are in high demand. Gayle Lantz speaks with Francesca Luthi, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Assurant, a leading global provider of risk management solutions.Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Thriving-in-Complexity-Key-Insights-from-Assurants-COO-Francesca-Luthi