Beste Team Development podcaster (2025)

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171: 12 protein snacks recommended by Harvard and my thoughts for first responders / cops on patrol 35:43

15h ago35:43

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Send us a text It's January- and many of us are resetting and focusing on some healthy habits. Life is hectic, but shiftwork for first responders, cops on the street, getting called in... is even more so! In this episode I go back to my roots in where Blue Grit started.. giving advice and insight I learned through countless hours of research and se…

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How to Navigate Nonprofit Change with Confidence as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader - Part One 31:19

17h ago31:19

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What’s the real cost of change for NGOs in a rapidly evolving global landscape? In this two part series special guest Tosca Bruno-van Vijfeijken shares over three decades of experience in change management, which she often discusses on her own podcast "NGO Soul and Strategy". In this first part we discuss some practical ways you can navigate change…

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Rebooting My Life at 55 34:36

17h ago34:36

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In this episode of Mission Driven You,I open up about rebooting my life at 55 and the lessons learned through the power of Slow Change. From moving to Asheville to navigating the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, I share how small, deliberate steps have built resilience and transformed my perspective. Tune in for insights into why meaningful, lasting …

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The Shadow 19:24

12d ago19:24

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Av Emergent: Coaching businesses and individuals through complex professional and organizational transformations

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Agile Leadership: Transforming Organizations for Success 13:25

1M ago13:25

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Agile Leadership: Transforming Organizations for Success https://www.changeworksltd.co.th/course/agile-leaders/ In this episode, we explore the dynamic world of agile leadership and why it's essential for thriving in today’s fast-paced business landscape. Learn how agile leaders navigate change, inspire adaptability, and consistently deliver custom…

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170: Recuit, Develop, Retain- What Police Agencies Need 44:54

5d ago44:54

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Send us a text You all know I’ve been preaching about recruiting and development for our police teams. Many agencies across the country are still struggling with their numbers, which impacts everyone’s wellness, and truly their ability to do their job. This is what intrigued me about the focus of Performance Protocol- focused on addressing recruiti…

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The Power of Collective Consciousness: Desmond Devenish 45:47

5d ago45:47

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In this episode of Mission Driven U, host Will Samson chats with film and theater director Desmond Devinish, a "fortitude facilitator." They discuss Desmond’s journey from New York to global citizenship, his insights on personal growth, fear, courage, and leadership. Desmond shares his vision for a more self-aware, connected world where leaders emp…

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169: New Year, New Orleans Attack, and How Police and Protectors need to Prepare 14:20

6d ago14:20

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Send us a text New Years morning was a devastating one for many of us who awoke to the tragic news. Another mass casualty attack on our own soil. Lives taken and shattered. I found myself frustrated, dejected, and then motivated. We as first responders, protectors in profession and life have much we can do- that we will do- and shall do. Each day, …

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168: Off-Duty Challenges, Work/Home Balance, Hypervigilance, Boundaries and Destress for Police and First Responders 1:10:52

8d ago1:10:52

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Send us a text In this panel episode, we hit a crucial number of topics that I'm frequently getting questions and feedback about. Work and home life balances and stress management are hard for average working folks.. but inject in a first-responder, police, fire, EMS, etc career? Hypervigilance, Compassion Fatigue, Cynicism.. oh my! I'm joined by e…

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Welcome to Mission Driven You: Season 2 Teaser - Slow Change 11:38

7d ago11:38

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This episode of Mission Driven You marks a powerful return after a year-long pause. I share the transformative journey of moving to Asheville, the profound impact of Hurricane Helene, and the inspiration these experiences brought to deepen the focus on Slow Change. Get a sneak peek into the upcoming season, exploring personal resilience, societal t…

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Exciting Changes in 2025 and How You Can Become a Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader 9:21

8d ago9:21

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Are you ready to create meaningful change in the humanitarian and development sectors without falling into the trap of overwork and overwhelm? This episode dives into an emerging leadership approach that prioritizes empathy, empowerment, and people-first strategies. If you're navigating the challenges of localization, decolonization, or cultivating…

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167: Getting Shot Off-Duty, Resilience in Police, Carrying the Torch in Service w/ Donovan Heavener 1:07:50

12d ago1:07:50

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Send us a text When we talk about grit and resilience, it's about growing to overcome hard times and experiences. Retired LEO Donovan Houvener, local professional colleague of mine shares with us just that: now just the "what," but the "how" and in many ways, the "why." We explore his purpose and shifting adaptations between agencies and roles and …

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166: Leadership Panel: police leaders at all levels, dealing with toxic employees, lessons learned through the ranks w/Chief Cherie Harris, Chief Erik Scairpon, ret. Chief/Undersheriff Chris Hsiung 57:43

15d ago57:43

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Send us a text Police issues are shared, as are leadership challenges- and solutions! In this episode, my esteemed guests tackle big themes and challenges that frequently come up in conversation on the show and amongst my circles. Listen in as our agency heads share their extensive experience in law enforcement struggles with attitudes and driving …

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3 Mindset Shifts to Help You Achieve More Without Overworking in 2025 as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 17:22

15d ago17:22

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What if your biggest achievements this year weren’t just about your actions, but the way you think? In this episode, we dive into how shifting your mindset can unlock breakthroughs in leadership, productivity, and personal growth. Whether you’re reflecting on your wins from the past year or setting goals for the future, this episode equips you with…

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165: Resilience Through Fitness, How to Make Health and Fitness work for Your First Responder Life, w/ active LEO Deven Kennedy 52:27

19d ago52:27

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Send us a text Just in time for New Years... an episode focused on not only building, training, and elevating your body- but RESILIENCE- aka building, training, and elevating your mind. Easier said than done- and cookie cutter programs don't work for the masses- ESPECIALLY first responders. How do you adapt programs when the week's schedule gets tu…

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164: Fixing Police Communication Internally, to Media, and the Public: w/ Nathan Romas 1:05:57

22d ago1:05:57

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Send us a text This episode was a long time coming! I have been seeing Nathan's work, promoting critical conversations in law enforcement from north of the border. We dive into a host of topics meaningful to officers at truly all ranks and roles: - leadership (official and unofficial) - non-stop challenges facing policing - cultural dynamics of law…

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Why Working During Your Leave is Selfish as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 9:47

22d ago9:47

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Have you ever considered that working during your leave might be doing more harm than good—not just to you, but to your team and the culture you’re trying to build? In the demanding world of humanitarian and development work, leaders often feel pressure to stay connected, even on vacation. But what if this habit is silently undermining team morale,…

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163: How to Model Development and leading as a “Nice Guy”: w/ Chris Hsiung (executive director and co-founder of The Curve, ret. Police Chief and Undersheriff) 1:04:08

27d ago1:04:08

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Send us a text A key to personal and professional development is MENTORSHIP. We need guides, coaches, and advisors to help us stay objective, focused, and on track. Great mentors help steer us with their extensive experiences, insight and wisdom. It is the most meaningful prong of development for individuals and organizations alike. With that, it i…

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162: How to Build Leadership through Ownership, Looking at our Narratives to Lead and Live Better w/ L.S. (Luke) Goozdich 1:22:49

29d ago1:22:49

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Send us a text Leadership starts with Ownership- leading yourself. There are two dynamics here to underline. The first is the recognition that you need to take charge, embrace growth, and model excellence for yourself if you are to take charge, embrace growth and support excellence in others. Also, even for people who do not think of themselves as …

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3 Ways to Use Your Vacation to Create a High Performance Team as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 14:17

29d ago14:17

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How would your team would perform if you weren’t there to lead them? As a leader, your goal is to build a team that thrives independently, yet many teams falter when the leader steps away. This episode explores how your vacation time—whether real or simulated—can be a powerful tool to test your team’s performance, identify areas for growth, and ref…

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161: Why are police marriages and relationships so hard? (And what we should do about it) 34:37

1M ago34:37

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Send us a text I appreciate the applicant who asked this question- way to be aware and set up for success! Frequently, we say and hear, “marriage is hard.” We say first responder marriages are harder. In this acknowledgement, are we acknowledging higher likelihood for defeat? Do we give ourselves “an out” too easily? In this episode, I cover some o…

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Humble is People Smart 15:16

1M ago15:16

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Av Emergent: Coaching businesses and individuals through complex professional and organizational transformations

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160: How to be a humble leader, sharing lessons in overcoming adversity in promotion, and singing for the nation and the badge w/ Arlington Police Lt. Ray Polk Jr. 1:00:30

1M ago1:00:30

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Send us a text When can we get over our missteps and mistakes, and in many ways get out of our own way? When do leadership skills take hold to help us realize our opportunities? Will we only have our one shot- and will we be ready? Ray Polk Jr. is an active police lieutenant for the Arlington Police Dept. In this episode, we talk about leadership- …

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159: Police Fitness Standards- Good, Bad, and the Ugly (What can/should be done?) w/ LEO Chris Kuras (Tactical Human Performance) and Scott Howell (Iron Sights podcast) 1:23:33

1M ago1:23:33

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Send us a text Across the nation for years, we have seen headlines of lowered (or removed!) fitness standards. Many able and effective police recruits are disillusioned with the check box standards or academy exercise regimens. One can see why agency leaders across the nation have appealed and asked to reduce or remove standards, citing a lack of c…

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Why ‘Just Teach Them Again’ Is the Wrong Approach to Unlocking Your Team’s Potential as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 10:29

1M ago10:29

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Is your team’s lack of action a knowledge problem—or a confidence problem? Misdiagnosing this could be holding them (and you) back. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by showing your team how to do something over and over only for them to hesitate or keep asking for help, you’re not alone. This episode dives into why this happens and offers a powerful …

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158: Bits of Grit- How to Improve Agency Culture, What you Need to Know, Quick Tips 5:10

1M ago5:10

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Send us a text Culture, Culture, Culture. It is a driving conversation on Blue Grit Radio- how do we address, fix, mend, elevate, curb, improve police industry culture? Culture gets past the "what" we do, into the critical "why" and perhaps more importantly- the "HOW." In this new segment, Bits of Grit, I highlight key takeaways from prior intervie…

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157: 13 Skills Police Officers Need to Have, things to identify and develop for rookies to veterans 35:52

1M ago35:52

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Send us a text Every great new officer (or hopeful) always asks what they should work on. Fitness, hitting the legal books. Geography? Learning radio codes? Beyond values, (probably worth another episode!) it’s all about skills and skill development. What your training provides you, and how you delve into it with your own resolve through training a…

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Culture Fit and Culture Add 10:40

1M ago10:40

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Av Emergent: Coaching businesses and individuals through complex professional and organizational transformations

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156: How to combat challenges in decision making during critical stress incidents for police, w/ Seb Lavoie (ret. Sgt Major, RCMP) 1:07:19

1M ago1:07:19

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Send us a text This episode highlights an article from Calibre Press, listing 19 items that affect our decision-making abilities in critical incident stress situations. There is much value not only in identifying those items, but detailing what it means for cops today, as well as providing personal anecdote and industry insights. What better guest …

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155: Gritty Panel - Real Talk Cops Need, Police Identity, Attitude Issues, and Staying vs. Leaving the Career 1:08:09

1M ago1:08:09

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Send us a text In this episode, I invite an hard-hitting panel on the real talk we need for policing culture. We tackle a range of issues facing law enforcement- from over-investment and identity, to waning purpose, victim mentality, and when the job is enough. We discuss the difficult nature of these topics, and how officers should evaluate themse…

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3 Myths That Will DESTROY Your Coaching Sessions as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 14:55

1M ago14:55

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Are you falling for these common myths that could be undermining your coaching sessions? Coaching is one of the most powerful tools in a leader’s toolkit, but many aspiring humanitarian and international development leaders are sabotaging their efforts without even realizing it. By debunking the myths around coaching, you can unlock new levels of p…

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154: How to stay grounded in police service through values and service-driven mindset, w/ returning guest SWAT cop, trainer Joey, @9mm_musashi 57:08

2M ago57:08

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Send us a text Returning guest Joey (Nor Cal SWAT cop) and I discuss topics much needed in police (and societal) culture today- staying grounded. We do a job that’s heavy at times- it’s hard to keep balanced and stress at bay. Ultimately we have a job to do, but how do it makes all the difference. I appreciate Joey’s stoic and graceful outlook on h…

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Announcement: Quick Quote Episode Pause 1:15

2M ago1:15

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Hello, my aspiring modern humanitarian and development leaders. I hope you're having a great week. This is just a quick announcement to let you know that as of today, I am discontinuing the quick quote episodes on Wednesdays. And that might be reversed in the future, but for now, we are going to do one episode a week. And if you are interested in h…

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153: Staying out of Trouble: Best Practices, Use of Force, and the Law w/ ret. Lt. Tom Ovens, Police Training Solutions 55:55

2M ago55:55

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Send us a text Cops are handicapped. Cops are scared to do their jobs. Rather than fixate on these narratives, the most critical and constructive thing cops can do is to TRAIN. This goes from physical fitness, to tactics, to mental fortitude, and legal knowledge. Knowledge is power, and articulation and awareness are game changers. Enter our guest …

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3 Ways to Communicate Effectively and Stop Wasting Time as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 10:36

2M ago10:36

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Are your quick conversations actually slowing you down? Discover why "faster" doesn't always mean "better" and learn the key to saving time while building stronger teams. In the humanitarian and international development sectors where rushed communication often leads to misunderstandings, this episode addresses how taking a deliberate, structured a…

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152: “Too many hats,” Losing friends to suicide, The Overwatch Collective, and providing confidential help- w/ SWAT Motor Cop Greg Grogan 56:05

2M ago56:05

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Send us a text It is my pleasure not just to feature a selfless, busy AF first responder, veteran, serviceman, and caretaker of others: Greg Grogan. We chat about the grind of “doing it all” and personal struggles with boundaries and balance. Greg shares about the genesis of The Overwatch Collective- a non-profit focused on providing critical, anon…

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Influence and Information 15:08

2M ago15:08

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Av Emergent: Coaching businesses and individuals through complex professional and organizational transformations

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3 Tips to Immediately Make a Greater Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 9:17

2M ago9:17

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How do you know if you are leading to make the most impact on those around you? In today's episode you'll discover how to: Harness the power of silence to foster deeper conversations and uncover hidden insights from your team. Align your actions with your words to build trust and integrity within your organization. Shift your focus from authority t…

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151: Building Peer Support, Chaplaincy, Helping Cops Avoid Burnout w/ Chaplain Pat Ellis 1:02:46

2M ago1:02:46

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Send us a text By now you all know that I'm a ginormous proponent of Peer Support, not just in policy but in actualized culture. Today, I am joined by a personal colleague and friend who I have known through my existence at my PD- and more so in my increased peer support involvement in the last several years. Pat Ellis is my department's (and our l…

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150: Gritty Fitness Panel, How police officers can elevate athletic performance and durability 59:57

2M ago59:57

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Send us a text I’m excited to feature this expert panel on so many aspects of first responder fitness and nutrition. It is often times dizzying to figure out where and how to start. Beyond that, we tackle functional movement, injury-prevention and optimized considerations from novice to intermediate to advanced! Listen in for prime tips, practices,…

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How Leading from Behind Helps You Get Ahead as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 22:24

2M ago22:24

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How can you create a team that takes more ownership and responsibility of their work so you can focus on bigger picture tasks? This is just one of the lessons Kofi Duku shares from his ten years' experience as a leader in West Africa. In today's interview, you'll discover: Why leaders who lead only from the front may be leaving their team behind Wh…

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149: First Responder Relationship Challenges and Solutions w/ Dr. Mynda Ohs and Ther Horowitz 1:13:14

2M ago1:13:14

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Send us a text You asked, and WE responded! I’ve been asked about the high incidence of divorce, cheating, and risk-seeking behavior in law enforcement. Heavy topics indeed. I immediately recognized that while I can offer my thoughts, to dive full-bore into this topic would require some legitimate experts! Dr. Mynda and Ther (Esther) join the show …

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How You May be Negatively Impacting Your Team's Performance as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 7:12

2M ago7:12

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How strongly do you believe in your team's performance? You may say yes, but it is your actions which answer this question. If you give advice or tell others what to do, it is likely in part due to not trusting your team's own solutions or performance. In this episode learn how to know if you are undermining your team's confidence, and discover: Wh…

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148: How to Lead with an Open Mind, w/ Deputy Chief Bobby Hollis 1:11:44

2M ago1:11:44

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Send us a text The longer I do this job (and this thing I call life), I realize that although I learn more and more, I also learn that there is more and more that I don’t know. My guest in this episode is someone I’m excited to highlight due to his open-minded humility. Deputy Chief Bobby Hollis is a leader and personal mentor of mine. Way back whe…

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How Telling Your Team What to Do Makes YOU a Lower Performer as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 10:12

2M ago10:12

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How does telling your team what to do impact their overall performance? Many humanitarian and international development leaders think telling their team what to do is essential, but relying too heavily on this approach can lead to an over-dependent, less empowered team. This episode explores how leaders unintentionally undermine team performance by…

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Cultivating Creative Leadership 21:47

2M ago21:47

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Av Emergent: Coaching businesses and individuals through complex professional and organizational transformations

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147: How to Be a Cop's Cop, Modeling the Way, w/ Officer Sam Steiner, pt. 2 37:16

2M ago37:16

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Send us a text For part 1, check out Ep. 145- where we talk about Sam's background, start in policing and his worst day with lessons learned- you don't wanna miss it! In the conclusion of our discussion, we talk about the importance of modeling behavior: for rookies, peers, and using that mentality to lead up with positivity. Sam shares insight on …

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How to Protect Your Time and Gain Respect at Work as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader 7:06

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How can you gain more time AND respect at work? In this episode you'll discover: One common thing leaders do which negatively impacts self-seteem over time How to earn respect from your colleagues (and yourself) What will likely happen if you say no to someone who asks to meet with you Tune in to this seven minute episode to learn how to reclaim yo…

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Executive Coaching in Bangkok: A Catalyst for Leadership Excellence 25:58

2M ago25:58

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Executive Coaching in Bangkok: A Catalyst for Leadership Excellence! https://www.changeworksltd.co.th/course/executive-coaching/ This episode delves into the importance of executive coaching in Bangkok, a pivotal hub for global business where leaders encounter distinct challenges and opportunities. The need for executive coaching in Bangkok stems f…

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146: Gritty Debrief- Leadership Rules from Wisdom of the Bullfrog by Admiral McRaven 35:16

2M ago35:16

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Send us a text William Harry McRaven is a retired United States Navy four-star admiral who served as the ninth commander of the United States Special Operations Command (SOCOM). Wisdom of the Bullfrog is “a short, inspirational book of advice and leadership lessons that Admiral McRaven collected over his four decades as a Navy SEAL. The title ‘Bull…

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