Book Update!

Imperfect Leaders! My book, An Imperfect Leader: Leadership in (After) Action is available on Amazon.com. If there is no hyperlink to follow, please go to Amazon.com or peterstiepleman.com. You can order it there.

INTRO: Hello, Imperfect Leaders! Our family recently held a reunion to celebrate my son, Ezra’s, graduation, and my father’s significant birthday. We were all together – it was really very nice. In fact, a few weeks earlier, my nephew, Henry, graduated from college. Many of us traveled to be there with him. While we were at his graduation, we had an opportunity to go the campus art gallery to see his senior thesis. Henry’s art technique uses something called automatic drawing, which challenges the artist to fully let go of their consciousness and seek something called the flow state. It is in that flow state that much is revealed. Our thoughts, our fears, our wishes – it’s what an artist, Phillip Guston, calls “letting go of something inside.”

Looking at his artwork, I am so impressed with Henry’s willingness to be vulnerable and honest about life. As all of us are human, we all struggle with the voices in our heads that say we are not smart enough, or work hard enough. We allow others to define us. This week (and every week), my guests are willing to share their experiences and give insights into what they learned.

This week’s guest is good at this. This week’s guest is not my typical guest. Sometimes, I invite education-adjacent leaders to participate in the podcast, but my guest isn’t that, either. Here’s the thing. The more I host this podcast and the more I have opportunities to coach corporate clients as well as superintendents, the more I see the similarities when it comes to leadership. Superintendents have to foster trust-based relationships with teachers, principals, parents, children, their boards, and the community. Business leaders have similar relationships they must build and maintain. Superintendents, just like business executives, must cultivate high performing teams. My guest is Doug Younger, and he is not a superintendent, but an entrepreneur and CEO. He has some good insights around his three values: planning, passion, and optimism. Thanks for tuning in!

BIO: Today on an Imperfect Leader, Douglas Younger III is my guest. Doug is an accomplished technologist in cutting-edge industries such as software as a servicer (SaaS), artificial intelligence, virtual reality, powered-exoskeletons, implantable medical devices, and advanced medical imaging. He is the Founder and CEO of 3STEPS4WARD, a marketing company, he’s a lecturer at Cal State University, and he’s the host of Twist of Fate, A Small Business Podcast.

It’s a great episode full of incredible insights! Thanks for tuning in!

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An Imperfect Leader: The Superintendents and Leadership Podcast is supported by ILAA, LLC, a firm dedicated to supporting aspiring, new, and established leaders. For more information, please find them at www.human-centeredleaders.com.

Music for An Imperfect Leader was written and arranged by Ian Varley.

Sam Falbo created our artwork, a wood-print inspired daruma doll butterfly.

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Perry Kamel has served in numerous leadership roles; Global executive, COO, CEO many times.  He has led many organizations through growth and turn arounds by focusing on the people- not the numbers. 

Perry shares his experiences and thoughts on:

• Difference between management and leadership

• It’s all about the people- the rest will follow

• Never stop learning- never stop reading

Also, Perry speaks to how his experience in the US Navy created his servant leadership skills.

Siemens, Accenture, McKinsey, BroadPoint Communications, Ciena, Maxamine … Perry has been a CEO, CMO, EVP for brand names.  His first CEO role was withing six years of separating from the US Navy. 

Perry served as a Service Warfare Officer in the United States Navy and quickly earned a reputation for advancing the careers of those around him.  After earning a BSEE at Cornell, his education continued with a MSEE and Wharton MBA. 

Thank you to ACG Denver for being a sponsor of CXO Conversations Podcast.  Association for Corporate Growth in its role as the hub of the middle market business community for quality networking, education and events. Connections are made, deals are formed and thought leadership is exchanged.  

Enjoy the show? Review us on iTunes- thanks! 

Thank you Jalan Crossland for lending your award-winning banjo skills to CXO Conversations.

Perry Kamel has served in numerous leadership roles; Global executive, COO, CEO many times.  He has led many organizations through growth and turn arounds by focusing on the people- not the numbers. 

Perry shares his experiences and thoughts on:

• Difference between management and leadership

• It’s all about the people- the rest will follow

• Never stop learning- never stop reading

Also, Perry speaks to how his experience in the US Navy created his servant leadership skills.

Siemens, Accenture, McKinsey, BroadPoint Communications, Ciena, Maxamine … Perry has been a CEO, CMO, EVP for brand names.  His first CEO role was withing six years of separating from the US Navy. 

Perry served as a Service Warfare Officer in the United States Navy and quickly earned a reputation for advancing the careers of those around him.  After earning a BSEE at Cornell, his education continued with a MSEE and Wharton MBA. 

Thank you to ACG Denver for being a sponsor of CXO Conversations Podcast.  Association for Corporate Growth in its role as the hub of the middle market business community for quality networking, education and events. Connections are made, deals are formed and thought leadership is exchanged.  

Enjoy the show? Review us on iTunes- thanks! 

Thank you Jalan Crossland for lending your award-winning banjo skills to CXO Conversations.

Disclaimer - This episode contains profanity, references to domestic violence, eating disorders, and sexually explicit language

Today's episode explores breaking the cycle of generational trauma, best described as a cycle of trauma that extends from one generation to the next. According to Health.com, generational trauma can begin when a group or family experiences a traumatic event that causes economic, cultural, and familial distress. In the case of today's guest, Velveth Schmitz, domestic violence was the cornerstone of her family's generational trauma, extending back nearly seven generations. Velveth, however, successfully broke the cycle of violence in her family; a story she shares with awe-inspiring vulnerability, transparency and grace. 

Now a CEO, former Mayor, fiercely loyal friend, wife, and mother raising two daughters, Velveth is a force to be reckoned with. She is beautifully open and intentional in her description of her predecessors' strength in the face of domestic challenges, as well as the inherited instincts and cellular trauma she had to overcome. While Velveth's love for her family and their experiences is raw and pure, she consciously chose the opposite path in raising her two now-teenage daughters. Velveth shares how she and her husband, Chuck, decided on their parenting philosophy and how they stay in sync during the many trying times we all face as parents.

Given Velveth and I are both mothers of daughters, we also have a frank discussion around body image, consent, and sexual education. I couldn't be more thankful for this amazing conversation, so get out your notepads. Velveth's perspective, tips, and resources on overcoming generational trauma -- no matter how minor -- and raising well-adjusted, empowered young women is invaluable. 

Resources:

1) Generational Trauma
It Didn't Start With You - Mark Wolynn
The Body Keeps The Score - Dr. Bessel Va Der Kolk
My Grandmother's Hands - Rasmaa Menakem

2) Parenting
Unconditional Parenting - Alfie Kohn
Non-Violent Communication - Marshall Rosenberg
Giving the Love That Heals - Harville Hendrix & Helen Hunt
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk - Faber and Maslich
The Whole Brain Child - Daniel J. Seigel

3) Velveth Schmitz LinkedIn

Jerry Schwab has over twenty years of experience as an executive with non-profit healthcare organizations. Prior to taking the role of CEO at High Watch Recovery, Jerry was the Executive Director of a Connecticut-based emergency medical service provider and served many years as a licensed paramedic. Jerry is also the founder of the Global Exchange Conference, a 4 day event of continuing education, presentations, workshops, and experiences all surrounding mental health, addiction, wellness, and leadership. Get tickets here! Tune in to hear Patrick and Robbie go deep with Jerry on High Watch history, the inception of Global Exchange, today's addiction, and individualized treatment modalities. Jerry is a saint!    

While a CFO for The Economist, David Cox led the iconic brand through a global transformation from print to digital and live events globally.  

David shares his thoughts on:

• Early digital adoption and transformation of a globally respected brand

• Listening to the client base

• What he learned and advice offered from the global experience

David led the project management of the transformation with consulting selling both internally and externally. He also listened to clients and subscribers as they went from weekly print only to digital and took the brand live with events from Africa, Europe to North America and Asia. 

Thank you to ACG Denver for being a sponsor of CXO Conversations Podcast.  Association for Corporate Growth in its role as the hub of the middle market business community for quality networking, education and events. Connections are made, deals are formed and thought leadership is exchanged.  

Enjoy the show? Review us on iTunes- thanks! 

Thank you Jalan Crossland for lending your award-winning banjo skills to CXO Conversations.

While a CFO for The Economist, David Cox led the iconic brand through a global transformation from print to digital and live events globally.  

David shares his thoughts on:

• Early digital adoption and transformation of a globally respected brand

• Listening to the client base

• What he learned and advice offered from the global experience

David led the project management of the transformation with consulting selling both internally and externally. He also listened to clients and subscribers as they went from weekly print only to digital and took the brand live with events from Africa, Europe to North America and Asia. 

Thank you to ACG Denver for being a sponsor of CXO Conversations Podcast.  Association for Corporate Growth in its role as the hub of the middle market business community for quality networking, education and events. Connections are made, deals are formed and thought leadership is exchanged.  

Enjoy the show? Review us on iTunes- thanks! 

Thank you Jalan Crossland for lending your award-winning banjo skills to CXO Conversations.

After Travelers Insurance acquired several companies, as a Director, Stephen Brown wrote a transition memo and proposed he lead the initiative.  His superiors countered by promoting him to President, relocating him to California and told him to run the whole thing. 

Stephen speaks to:

• Experience of going from Director to President overnight and how he prepared

• Overcoming self-doubt by continuously learning and improving

• As a 32-year-old, leading an older C suite Generation

• Advice 55-year-old Stephen would give to 32-year-old Stephen

Stephen went from Director to President overnight and never looked back. He’s been a CEO ever since and in this intimate interview, shares those experiences and lessons learned. 

Thank you to ACG Denver for being a sponsor of CXO Conversations Podcast.  Association for Corporate Growth in its role as the hub of the middle market business community for quality networking, education and events. Connections are made, deals are formed and thought leadership is exchanged.  

Enjoy the show? Review us on iTunes- thanks! 

Thank you Jalan Crossland for lending your award-winning banjo skills to CXO Conversations.

After Travelers Insurance acquired several companies, as a Director, Stephen Brown wrote a transition memo and proposed he lead the initiative.  His superiors countered by promoting him to President, relocating him to California and told him to run the whole thing. 

Stephen speaks to:

• Experience of going from Director to President overnight and how he prepared

• Overcoming self-doubt by continuously learning and improving

• As a 32-year-old, leading an older C suite Generation

• Advice 55-year-old Stephen would give to 32-year-old Stephen

Stephen went from Director to President overnight and never looked back. He’s been a CEO ever since and in this intimate interview, shares those experiences and lessons learned. 

Thank you to ACG Denver for being a sponsor of CXO Conversations Podcast.  Association for Corporate Growth in its role as the hub of the middle market business community for quality networking, education and events. Connections are made, deals are formed and thought leadership is exchanged.  

Enjoy the show? Review us on iTunes- thanks! 

Thank you Jalan Crossland for lending your award-winning banjo skills to CXO Conversations.

Pour ce nouvel épisode, j'ai eu la chance d'interviewer Marie de @entrepreneureambitieuse.

Ensemble, on parle du marketing d'autorité et de sa puissance comme levier pour développer ton business.

L'autorité dans le monde de l'entrepreneuriat, c'est apporter une preuve supplémentaire à nos prospect pour nous faire confiance et passer à l'achat.

Marie utilise énormément cette stratégie marketing. Elle nous explique comment s'en servir au mieux dans notre propre business.

Au programme :

• Qu’est-ce que le Marketing d’autorité ?
• Les clés pour établir ton autorité dans ton domaine et attirer l'attention de potentielles clientes.
• Comment mesurer l'efficacité de tes efforts en marketing d'autorité.
• Les défis dans l'utilisation de la preuve sociale et du marketing d'autorité ? 

Tu as aimé l'épisode? Alors donne lui de la force en rédigeant un avis sur Apple podcast (scroll en bas des épisodes, et clique sur "Rédiger un avis". Ca compte énormément pour moi.

Son podcast : https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/entrepreneure-ambitieuse

Son compte instagram :

https://www.instagram.com/entrepreneureambitieuse/

The Miracle Business : https://entrepreneureambitieuse.com/devenir-coach-succes/

The role of the CEO has changed drastically in the past 20 years, and our expectations of them has both increased and changed. Since the 1990s the median tenure of CEOs has shortened to 10 to 5 years, and "it has become challenging for a CEO to advocate, motivate and embed their strategic direction in this reduced time frame". In this episode Kristian Lees-Bell and Dr Amanda Potter interview our guest the Author and Psychologist Dr. Sylvana Storey to understand the changing role of the CEO and what they can do to drive future success.

The Chief Psychology Officer episodes are available here https://www.thecpo.co.uk/
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To access the research white papers mentioned in this and other podcasts, please go to: https://zircon-mc.co.uk/zircon-white-papers.php

To contact Sylvana please go to: www.sylvanastorey.com or go to: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvanastorey1/
To purchase Sylvana's book The Aperture of the Modern CEO go to: https://amzn.eu/d/bG1jAeg

Timestamps

Future of the Modern Successful CEO

·       00:00 – Introduction to Future of the Modern Successful CEO

·       00:52 – Introducing: Dr Sylvana Storey

·       01:17 – I know her from way back…

·       01:49 – All over the world, everybody got the word

·       02:54 – Do CEOs have people skills?

·       03:56 – The Paradox

Set in stone

·       05:38 – I built this up from nothing!

·       07:03 – You need to see this from my point of view

·       08:37 – Our bread and butter

·       09:22 – The Intangibles

·       10:45 – What greases the wheels?

·       11:19 – There’s a lot of things to consider…

·       12:06 – Going beyond

A crack in the slab

·       12:39 – Bringing it back to us

·       13:40 – The whole package

·       14:45 – 7 aspects from 700 CEOs

·       15:46 – Why is all of this important?

·       16:27 – Psychological Contouring

·       17:24 – My first job, out of 25…

·       18:35 – Give me some context here!

·       19:51 – Trust me: I’m in a good place

Laying new ground

·       21:05 – What has changed to create the Modern CEO?

·       22:22 – Listen.

·       23:07 – Pull yourself together!

·       24:43 – They still have a lot to learn…

·       25:27 – The end.

Episodes are available here https://www.thecpo.co.uk/

To follow Zircon on LinkedIn and to be first to hear about podcasts, publications and news, please like and follow us: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zircon-consulting-ltd/

To access the research white papers mentioned in this and other podcasts, please go to: https://zircon-mc.co.uk/zircon-white-papers.php

For more information about the BeTalent suite of tools and platform please contact: TheCPO@zircon-mc.co.uk

Dans cet épisode, découvrez Mélanie alias la plume rose sur Instagram. Elle nous partage des astuces pour développer sa vibilité sur le web grâce à Pinterest. 

La formation l’Épingle Digitale

Me retrouver sur Instagram

Mon e-book gratuit “10 méthodes oubliées pour augmenter son trafic avec Pinterest”

Dans ce nouvel épisode, je retrouve Laurie Verdan, coach en organisation personnelle. Elle nous livre des astuces puissantes pour évacuer notre charge mentale de femme, maman et entrepreneure, grâce à l’organisation personnelle. Au dela de notre business, avoir une methodologie d’organisation dans notre environnement personnel peut avoir un impact immense sur notre santé mentale. 

Retrouve le quiz de Laurie ici - Quiz : Quelle maman entrepreneuse es-tu ?

Et inscris toi à la liste d’attente de son offre signature “Créer son assistant personel” ici : Liste d’attente pour mon offre signature : Créer son assistant personnel -

Instagram de Laurie : https://www.instagram.com/laurieverdan/

Tu aimes écouter ce podcast? Donne lui de la force en laissant ton avis sur Apple podcast. Ca prends 2 secondes et moi ça m'encourage à proposer toujours plus de contenu pour toi : sur la page princicipal du podcast ici, scroll tout en bas des épisodes et clique sur rédiger un avis. Tu peux également laisser 5 étoiles sur Spotify. Merci Merciiiii 😍

Dans cet épisode, j’ai l’honneur de recevoir la beyoncé de la gestion du temps : Amélie Canhan.

Si vous ne la connaissez pas, c’est celle qui a fait de la gestion du temps son crédo principale mais pas que. Amelié accompagne les femmes entrepreneures surchargées à passer un cap dans leur développement grâce à 3 leviers - la gestion du temps, la structuration d’entreprise et la délégation; à travers son programme de formation L’Académie du Temps. 

En bref, Elle nous aide à passer d’entrepreneure sous l’eau à cheffe d’entreprise sereine. 

Ensemble, dans cet épisode, on va parler de comment mieux répartir son temps entre nos différentes casquettes. Amélie nous livre des conseils pour nous protéger des voleurs de temps comme les éléments de distraction. Et enfin elle nous révèle ses backstages d’entrepreneure qui cartonne.

• Pour se connecter à Amélie : son insta
• S’inscrire à Extra Time sa newsletter

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J’ai la chance de recevoir Mélanie aujourd’hui pour nous parler de personal Branding. Je sais que pour certaine ce concept est ultra-flou. Et pourtant, le personal branding est une arme de séduction massive, qui dépasse toutes les stratégies marketing. Parole d’initiée! Alors, je t’invite à écouter religieusement ses conseils pour implémenter le Personel Branding dans tes stratégies business.

Télécharge gratuitement son Antisèche de ta com’ - des conseils rapides et faciles pour écrire des contenus qui TE ressemblent : https://www.moz-lalittleajans.com/antiseche

Pour travailler avec Mélanie : https://www.moz-lalittleajans.com/services ou continuer la conversation :

• Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mozlalittleajans/
  • Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanieozgenler/

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Dans cet épisode, je reçois Camille, coach mindset. Elle nous donne des pistes pour reprendre le contrôle de son mindset pour passer à l’action même dans l’incertitude

Elle part du postulat que notre mindset donc nos pensées est notre ressource la plus importante en tant que maman entrepreneure. Elle nous donne donc quelques hacks de cerveaux pour arrêter ses pensées/ croyances limitantes qui justement nous empêchent de passer à l’action et d’avoir des résultats.

Camille sort un programme Le Power Business Club : 4 mois pour passer à l'action & faire décoller le Business de tes rêves La transformation? : un business au service de ta vie (et pas le contraire), sans t'épuiser ni burn-outer. 

Pour plus d’information : https://camillegaudin.fr/power-business-club/

Le compte insta de Camille : https://www.instagram.com/boost.et.vous/

Le podcast de Camille : Boost & Vous : pour développer et approfondir des thématiques liées au coaching, au développement personnel et au mindset des femmes actives.⁠ https://audmns.com/JnJuflO

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Dans cet épisode, j’aborde la question épineuse que toute maman se pose lorsqu’elle se lance dans l’entrepreneuriat : 

Comment démarrer un business de zéro quand on a déjà une vie bien remplie ? 

Réponse avec Sarah de Mum, Biz & Life (@mum.biz_life)

Instagram : https://Sarah | Fondatrice de la Wonder Mam' Community 🦹‍♀️ (@mum.biz_life) | Instagram Le podcast : Mum, Biz & Life

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C’est désormais un rituel, je te partage les backstages du lancement d’OB : les stratégies, les résultats de ces stratégies, les leçons apprises.

Rendez-vous à la fin de l'épisode pour me partager tes remarques, ton ressenti et ton avis sur cet épisode. 

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