In this episode of Impact Driven Leader, Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with humorist and diversity engagement specialist Karith Foster for an eye-opening conversation that blends humor, authenticity, and hard truths. Karith shares her journey of transforming personal pain into comedy and discusses the profound connections between leadership, vulnerability, and inclusivity. She sheds light on the often overlooked narcissistic behaviors that can hinder true DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) efforts and explains why personal development is at the core of effective leadership. Karith also discussed why self-acceptance is crucial for fostering a genuine sense of belonging and how organizations can move beyond surface-level diversity initiatives to create meaningful, lasting change.  Connect with Karith: https://www.karith.com/ https://www.facebook.com/FosterKarith/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/karithfoster https://instagram.com/karithfoster/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZZHnre0DH5arsrUDSSjbVA Impact Driven Leader: Impact Driven Leader Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@impactdrivenleader  https://www.instagram.com/impactdrivenleader/  Subscribe to the newsletter: https://impactdrivenleader.beehiiv.com/ Tyler is on: https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/  https://www.facebook.com/tyler.dickerhoof.3  https://www.instagram.com/tyler_dickerhoof/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-dickerhoof-1960351b  What Was Discussed: 00:00 Intro 01:52 The Ego in Healing 04:58 Fear of Vulnerability 07:39 What Does Inclusivity Really Mean? 09:47 Why DEI Efforts Often Fail 16:01 Real Diversity Starts Within 18:06 Are Executives Avoiding Real DEI Change? 20:15 Reframing Stereotypes in DEI Work 23:32 Feeling Like a Burden 31:44 Turning Pain into Comedy 36:04 Comedy's Role in Inclusion and Acceptance 42:00 The Virus of Negativity in Organizations 44:30 Leadership Starts with Self-Care 49:49 Fixing Narcissism in Leadership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Impact Driven Leader, Tyler Dickerhoof welcomes Chad Veach, the lead pastor at Zoe Church and author of books like, Help! I Work with People and Worried about Everything Because I Pray about Nothing, to explore one of the most challenging battles leaders face: the constant tug between pride and humility.  Chad shares personal stories about learning to "go low" and building a true legacy, offering insights on ego, self-awareness, and the power of embracing humility as a strength rather than a weakness. Through his own journey, Chad reveals how humility has allowed him to find purpose beyond self-promotion and lead others with empathy and authenticity.  Tune in as Chad and Tyler unpack why the real rewards of leadership—trust, impact, and legacy—come only when we learn to step out of the spotlight. Connect with Chad: https://www.instagram.com/chadveach/ https://chadveach.org/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqlfQgIBW12SiMzK22Zy-AQ Impact Driven Leader: Impact Driven Leader Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@impactdrivenleader  https://www.instagram.com/impactdrivenleader/  Subscribe to the newsletter: https://impactdrivenleader.beehiiv.com/ Tyler is on: https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/  https://www.facebook.com/tyler.dickerhoof.3  https://www.instagram.com/tyler_dickerhoof/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-dickerhoof-1960351b  What Was Discussed: 00:00 Intro 02:01 Leading with Less Ego 06:08 Balancing Pride and Humility 08:01 Recognizing Pride in Offense and Disagreements 09:46 Humility and Empathy 13:52 Insecurity and the Armor of Pride 15:53 Choosing Humility Over Pride in Leadership 19:31 Why Leaders Should Drop the “Tough” Act 23:59 True Leaders Seek Out Community and Accountability 27:55 How Humility Keeps Us Grounded and Present 32:24 Lead with Heart and Humility 35:06 The Humility Cycle Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Impact Driven Leader Podcast, Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Jamila Musayeva, a renowned etiquette expert, author, and YouTube sensation with over 1 million subscribers. Jamila shares her journey from growing up in Azerbaijan to becoming an international authority on etiquette, teaching soft skills that go far beyond the classroom. Discover how mastering etiquette can enhance your confidence, improve your leadership presence, and help you navigate cultural differences in any setting. Jamila delves into the importance of body language, dressing for success, and the subtle yet powerful impact of cultural awareness on global leadership. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights to help you lead with grace and confidence. Connect with Jamila: https://www.youtube.com/c/JamilaMusayeva https://www.instagram.com/jamila_musayeva/?hl=en https://jamilamusayeva.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamila-musayeva-557738176/?originalSubdomain=az https://www.tiktok.com/@jamila_musayeva?lang=en Impact Driven Leader: Impact Driven Leader Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@impactdrivenleader  https://www.instagram.com/impactdrivenleader/  Tyler is on: https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/  https://www.facebook.com/tyler.dickerhoof.3  https://www.instagram.com/tyler_dickerhoof/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-dickerhoof-1960351b  What Was Discussed: 00:00 Intro 02:17 Why etiquette matters? 06:05 Generational shifts in etiquette 08:04 Cultural influences on etiquette 09:41 How etiquette can make or break you 15:02 Recovering from etiquette mistakes 17:07 Body language in leadership 21:41 Presenting confidence through body language 26:07 Walking with confidence 30:16 Avoiding overconfidence in leadership 35:22 Dressing for success 42:11 Overdressing vs. Underdressing 46:11 Teaching etiquette to the next generation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you take the opportunities you have to be a leader in everyday life? Why is emotional maturity a cornerstone in true leadership? Can you observe your blind spots to better yourself? In this podcast episode, I introduce the IDL book of the month Twelve and a Half by Gary Vaynerchuk. As a leader, Gary’s heart, compassion, and kindness are unwavering, and this is evident throughout his book. I reflect on the role empathy plays in Twelve and a Half, as well as what makes it so authentic to read. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do mentors make the greatest leaders? What can you learn from your employees? Why should you consider growth as data? Today I have an inspired conversation with Hanieh Sigari, an entrepreneur and the leader of skincare network marketing company, Qyral. Together we break down our experiences in network marketing and why it’s such a great place for leaders to grow. Hanieh also shares the story of where her leadership ethos developed from, and the role her mother played in her success. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why isn’t attitude everything? Can you develop yourself as a person to improve as a leader? If you were your employee, would you follow yourself? Today I sit down and have a conversation with my friend Chris Robinson. He is the executive vice president of Maxwell Entrepreneurship Solutions, aka the John Maxwell Team. Chris has been in this leadership role for over two years and he and I have a great conversation reflecting on the experience of being a part of Maxwell’s team. We also get into the idea of ‘leading yourself’ and finally, conclude this episode talking about values, leadership, diversity, inclusion, and intentionality. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are the three core elements present within every successful leader? Do you value outcomes or influence? Why are all great leaders self-aware? This is part 2 of my interview with Rob Hoskins (listen to our previous conversation here). Today we are talking about Rob’s work regarding the 3 types of leaders and their leadership styles. It is something I got tremendous value out of, and as Rob described it, I could see the difference between them and I actually saw where I fit in. I believe that the more that we know about our own style of leading, the better we are able to interact and engage with those around us, and those that we lead. I hope you get tremendous value out of our discussion today! Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you read with two minds? Why is it more impactful to begin a chapter of a book with a story? How can you transfer information from speaking events into book form so that it remains relevant and timeless? I'm excited to sit down with Charlie Wetzel today, he is the ghostwriter and partner of John Maxwell for over 28 years now. Charlie’s taken John’s spoken words and the outline that he creates during the writing process, and has brought them to life in his books. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does genuine progress differ from busyness? Do you focus on healthy competition or ego-driven comparison? Which traps do leaders fall into that can make them complacent? Jake Thompson is the author of Compete Every Day, which is also a clothing and motivational franchise. He and I met and connected through our love of books - and I drew much of my ethos for the IDL podcast from Jake’s notion of “how do we get better every day?” Today, we discuss the value of competing and how competition can help structure a leader’s mindset. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you avoid conflict? How can you make conflict rewarding? Can healthy conflict be used as a tool to expand yourself? Marlene is a consultant speaker and she’s got numerous coachings on LinkedIn Learning under her belt. She’s also the author of From Conflict to Courage, which she and I discuss and unpack in this episode. Marlene makes the case for us to change our relationship and perception of conflict. Rather than avoiding it, she encourages us to navigate it, and reap the rewards of deeper understanding, stronger collaboration, and more open, receptive relationships. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you trust your team to do the work? How do you come back from challenges? What is the experience of a woman working in a currently male-dominated industry? Meg Epstein is driven to support and inspire other women. She is the founder of CA South, a commercial development company with over a billion dollars under its management. Meg came into commercial development as a young woman, just out of college, and she wanted to do more than work in a bank. Today, she shares the story of how she got started in development. We also reflect on our experiences growing up on farms and the life lessons we learned being around agriculture. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you commit to always asking questions? Why is vision a leader’s most powerful tool? Why do smart leaders confront reality? This month in the IDL book club, we’re reading Smart Leadership, written by today’s guest, Mark Miller. In today’s episode, Mark and I reflect on how leaders (from corporate managers to parents) overcome life’s challenges. In his book, Mark identifies four choices leaders can make to help them move out of “life’s quicksand”, choices which he and I elaborate in further detail here. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you create true change and transformation? What is the science of transformation? How does effective transformation depend on trust and values? Rob Hoskins is a leadership thinker and the co-author with John C. Maxwell of Change Your World. In this episode, he and I reflect on the different styles of leadership as well as the process of transformation within organizations. Rob is currently in the process of writing a book about the different types of leadership styles: the inspirational, the active, and the strategic — all of which you can incorporate into your own leadership ethos to help your transform your business. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Tyler Dickerhoof chats with Zach Mercurio, an expert in purposeful leadership and meaningful work. Zach shares his journey from the world of corporate sales to becoming a research fellow at Colorado State University, where he studies the intersection of purpose and human flourishing. We dive deep into the concept of mattering and explore why creating environments where people feel valued is the cornerstone of effective leadership. Zach reveals the powerful impact of positive psychology in the workplace and challenges the traditional transactional approach to leadership. He discusses how leaders can shift their focus from extracting value to creating value by recognizing the inherent worth of each team member.  Connect with Zach: https://www.zachmercurio.com/ https://twitter.com/ZachMercurio https://www.instagram.com/zachmercurio/ https://www.facebook.com/ZMercurio/ http://www.linkedin.com/in/zachmercurio Impact Driven Leader: Impact Driven Leader Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@impactdrivenleader  https://www.instagram.com/impactdrivenleader/  Tyler is on: https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/  https://www.facebook.com/tyler.dickerhoof.3  https://www.instagram.com/tyler_dickerhoof/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-dickerhoof-1960351b  What Was Discussed: 00:00 Intro 01:41 The Invisible Leader 04:37 Focusing on the positive psychology 08:38 How positive energy impacts us 11:40 Positive vs. Traditional Psychology 14:24 Fixing problems and focusing on what works 20:04 Why feeling valued fuels team success 22:26 Integrating care and mattering into organizational culture 26:30 The challenge of measuring intangible leadership indicators 30:00 Where should leadership education start? 34:52 Returning to our human core 37:35 The power of collective effort in overcoming challenges 39:20 Incorporating purpose and mattering into daily life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do great leaders improve and develop the environments they work in? Why do healthy leaders multiply success? Can you dedicate time to connecting with the people that inspire you? Cody is a co-founder of Advisors Excel and he leads an organization of over 700 employees who manage many millions of dollars of assets. Regardless of his success, Cody is easily one of the most humble, likeable, and approachable people I have had the pleasure of meeting. In this episode, Cody shares what’s important to him as a leader; having the desire and heart to grow. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you speak up to your leader and your team when you need help? Do your actions match up with your words? Do you, as a leader, celebrate the success and development of your teammates?   Roy is a leader who is doing spectacular things in his community, as so many people who have witnessed what he and The Driven Foundation are doing have said. In this podcast Roy reflects on his experiences, both as a leader working within the foundation, and as an NFL player. He and I discuss everything from the value of assisting others, to what leaders can learn from professional quarterbacks. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you depersonalize feedback? Why should you place your focus on your response to stress instead of trying to stop the stress from happening? What is the only thing in life that you can control? In this podcast episode, I speak with author and public speaker, Alan Stein Jr., about his new book, Sustain Your Game. Alan and I have regular leadership conversations, and throughout this episode, we reflect on the ways Alan’s book helps leaders perform and prevail. In particular, we focus on how to overcome and utilize stress - as well as reframe the way we think about it. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s the difference between vision and mission? How do you define leaders’ and managers’ roles? Why does your vision matter? In today’s solo episode, I share my insights about the Impact Driven Leader book of the month, The Vision Driven Leader, by Michael Hyatt. Throughout the podcast series, there have been a number of pivotal books - books that the IDL roundtable have gotten tremendous value out of, and The Vision Driven Leader is certainly one of them. It makes a fine distinction between mission and vision, and asks readers to consider what the meaning of those principles are for them, whilst explaining why they are so important for a leader’s philosophy. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can leaders utilize non-verbal communication to create and maintain trust? Why must leaders resolve emotional conflict whenever it occurs? Why should leaders drop the stiff-upper-lip approach to become more influential and trusted? Today’s guest, Abbie Maroño, has her Ph.D. in behavior analysis; specifically, non-verbal communication. Part of Abbie’s focus is on the relationship between non-verbal communication and trustworthiness, and in today’s episode, we look at how leaders can non-verbally communicate that they are approachable, empathetic, and above all, trustworthy. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does healthy leadership create sustainable organizations? How should you handle good ideas to achieve them while encouraging teamwork throughout the company? Why must leaders strive to ask hard questions and be willing to receive the truth? Today we’re talking about how to build healthier leaders with John Houston, owner, and founder of John Houston Homes. His company has built over 70 homes, and they run multiple other affiliated organizations. In this episode, John and I discuss how leaders can approach mentorship and hardship, as well as the three key elements of ideation. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can leaders learn to welcome challenges? Do you have a moral and foundational anchor for your life and business? Why should leaders give more than they take from their employees? I met Steve a few years ago through the John Maxwell organization, and Steve struck me as being both mission-oriented and exceptionally altruistic. Steve serves on the board of John Maxwell’s non-profit organization, EQUIP, and it’s through Steve’s giving there that he’s become an examplar of compassionate and selfless leadership. Steve also works through his own company, Millwood Inc., to engage with and give back to the community that they are involved in, and the ripple effect of his work will be felt years from now. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why do great leaders welcome being tested by life? What is the power of good communication that you can harness in your team? Are you people-oriented over money-orientated? Today I have a great conversation with my friend, John Eades. John is the founder of LearnLoft and a former collegiate golfer as well as the author of Building the Best. We dig into what John has learned since writing his book, and I share my insights about what really resonated with me about the book. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you make heroic choices? How do leaders become heroes? What is the meaningful journey that leaders need to go through to embody and become the heroic persona? In this podcast episode, I share my insights on my March book of the month, Hero on a Mission. Its author, Donald Miller, has written several memoirs as well as business books, and in Hero on a Mission he offers leaders another tool to use in their toolbox. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is faking it damaging to your future success? How can constantly faking it lead to impostor syndrome and a lack of integrity in relationships? Why is it necessary for leaders to face reality? One of the greatest aspects of the podcast is meeting humble, authentic, real people. Sabrina Horn is nothing short of that. She and I discuss business, life, and the idea of authentic leadership. Sabrina explains the challenge of acting with integrity in a world that tells people to “fake it”. Her book, Make It, Don’t Fake It, turns that adage on its head, and encourages leaders to embrace humanness and to be open to the difficult aspects of reality. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this inspiring episode, Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Jess Ekstrom, founder of Headbands for Hope and Mic Drop Workshop, to explore the delicate balance between ambition and authenticity. Jess shares her journey from starting a business in college to becoming a bestselling author and motivational speaker, all while navigating the societal expectations placed on women and mothers. Jess also dives into the challenges of embracing one's true self in a world driven by external validation, the power of ordinary stories in connecting with audiences, and the importance of finding fulfillment in the process rather than the outcome. Whether you're striving to lead with impact, balance career and family, or simply seeking to live more authentically, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice. Connect with Jess: https://jessekstrom.com/ https://www.instagram.com/jess_ekstrom/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-ekstrom-speaker-author/ Impact Driven Leader: Impact Driven Leader Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@impactdrivenleader  https://www.instagram.com/impactdrivenleader/  Tyler is on: https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/  https://www.facebook.com/tyler.dickerhoof.3  https://www.instagram.com/tyler_dickerhoof/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-dickerhoof-1960351b  What Was Discussed: 00:00 Intro 04:03 Starting Mic Drop Workshop 06:33 Why emotional connection matters in branding and communication 07:57 Helping people overcome the 'I don't have a story' mindset 12:29 Why do you keep comparing yourself? 19:20 Balancing ambition and authenticity 21:44 Celebrating others’ success 24:29 Finding joy in anticipation 27:39 Enjoying the process is key to success 30:59 Motherhood and career 36:22 Handling outside pressures to “do it all” 43:11 Why assumptions about women in the workplace need to change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why should leaders lead from a place of positive vision instead of constant criticism? Do you look forward to having tough conversations? Are you stuck in a leadership CAVE? Today’s guest, Val Ries, is the author of the book, Chief Inspiration Officer. As she and Tyler dig through her book, Val shares a lot of practical tools, especially the value of practicing empathy. Her C.R.A.V.E. toolkit really breaks empathy down into its fundamentals, as she explains how leaders can foster meaningful, productive connections with their teams. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can leaders use the power of recognition to boost team and employee confidence? What are the benefits of emulating the people that you admire? Are you present in the moment while working for the future? Today, I have the pleasure of interviewing Eric Wood, a NFL alumni, retired athlete, and the current color commentator for the Buffalo Bills. We discuss Eric’s experiences in leadership; as, in the space of a day, he went from playing at the highest professional level to being told, “you’re done”. Eric has overcome a difficult transition, and ultimately made a success of it - which he and I reflect on across the episode. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does true impact mean in business? Does your team have a direction to guide the passion? Do you have multipliers and impact players in your team? Today I am joined by the writer and researcher, Liz Wiseman. She’s the author of Multipliers, and Rookie Smarts - one of my favorites. Her latest book, Impact Players, is already a favorite here on the podcast because we are all about Impact Leaders! After reading through the first couple of chapters, I couldn’t wait to have Liz on as a guest, because her perspective on leadership is so unique. Who makes an impact, how do they make an impact, and why is making an impact so important? Liz has the answer; some people are contributors, others are Impact Players. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have a firm grip on you who are as a person and a leader? Are you embodying your principles so that it permeates your leadership? Why must authenticity and honesty be centered in work environments? In this podcast episode, I speak with Thomas Williams, a former NFL linebacker. Thomas and I were introduced by Jordan Montgomery (a former IDL guest), and as is the case with people who share passions, we have an intuitive connection. We both had the opportunity of hosting a virtual leadership conference together, and following the positive feedback we got about the event, we decided to discuss the conference in a podcast - this podcast. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does a self-confident leader create confident employees and teammates? What is the relationship between vulnerability and self-awareness in leadership? Why is encouraging the correct mindset integral to effective leadership? Today I sit down with the authors Phil White and Dr. Jim Afremow and we talk about their book, The Leader’s Mind. Their book showcases not only the authors' own unique perspective on leadership, but also the experiences and wisdom of eight other individuals. The three of us reflect on the leadership process; in particular, how a strong leader employs empathy and selflessness to push their teams forward. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you hiring the correct employees into your company in aid of its growth and passion? How do leaders engage authentically with their employees? Why should leaders intentionally allow and encourage spaces for growth? Leadership is hard. It’s hard, because, very often, you’re alone. Ann Hiatt recognizes this, and that’s what today’s episode is about. Ann spent a lot of time working in the tech world, a place full of bravado, and yet her book, Bet On Yourself, is strikingly sensitive. It really strikes at the idea of trusting yourself, even when you don’t necessarily know what’s going to happen next. Today she shares her lessons about empathetic leadership and building a company that is adaptive to change. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do the relationships in our lives provide us with constant opportunities for learning and improving? Why should you aim to improve at least one person’s life with your work? What is the power behind “staying with it”? It's been a year full of lessons - thank you for joining me on the journey. I've interviewed some of the leadership greats, and in this episode, I reflect on some of the principles that have really stood out for me throughout season 1 of the Impact Driven Leader Podcast. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you retain your power in the face of life’s challenges? Why should you respond versus react to life? What are some of the great lessons that leaders can learn from kids? This conversation is special. It really feels like the cherry on top of a year of incredible interviews and I’d like to thank listeners for their support, and for being part of the Impact Driven Leader journey. Chris Norton is in his late 20’s, he’s a father, he’s a husband. He’s a guy that makes things happen. His story is one that inspires others to climb their metaphorical mountains, and it’s a privilege to be able to share that story today.  Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your definition of success sustainable? Does insecurity attribute to burnout? How can you make commitments to yourself to honor your time? Carey Nieuwhof is a renowned podcast host, leadership speaker, and author. His new book, At Your Best, comes out later this month and it will be the Impact Driven Leader Bookclub book for December. It really helped me reflect on the times in my life when I was overwhelmed and stressed, and how my relationships were affected. I think that there is more fatigue in our world today than ever before, so understanding it, and how we can overcome it makes Carey’s insights both necessary and rewarding. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do your values underpin the way you communicate? What makes a difficult process meaningful? Is there a way to overcome your insecurities? Jordan and I have known about each other for a year or so, and it’s fitting that this episode is all about Connection. Jordan and I have both had the opportunity to connect through helping, and it’s often the case that in helping someone I have truly connected with them. It's this principle that we talk about today. Supporting someone, and connecting with them.  Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Impact Driven Leader Podcast, host Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Mike Foster, the creator of the Primal Question Framework, to explore how our deepest emotional needs shape every aspect of our lives. Mike shares his journey of developing this groundbreaking approach, which identifies seven core questions that drive our decisions, relationships, and personal growth. Mike also reveals how understanding your primal question can unlock powerful new gifts and lead to a more fulfilling life. Whether it's in leadership, marriage, or self-development, this conversation will challenge you to look deeper, understand the roots of your behaviors, and harness your primal question as a superpower. Connect with Mike: https://www.mikefoster.tv/ https://x.com/MikeFoster https://www.instagram.com/mikefoster2000/?hl=en Impact Driven Leader: Impact Driven Leader Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@impactdrivenleader  https://www.instagram.com/impactdrivenleader/  Tyler is on: https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/  https://www.facebook.com/tyler.dickerhoof.3  https://www.instagram.com/tyler_dickerhoof/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-dickerhoof-1960351b  What Was Discussed: 00:00 Intro 02:00 Origin of the Primal Question Framework  03:56 Personal journey to primal questions 11:27 Empowering choices with primal questions 16:00 Primal gift and primal armor 26:18 Primal questions in romantic relationships 29:00 Primal questions in the workplace 31:36 Knowing your primal question 37:34 Celebrating personal growth 40:01 Helping others without 'fixing' them 46:57 Overcoming fear and complexity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do your values underpin the way you communicate? What makes a difficult process meaningful? Is there a way to overcome your insecurities? David Nurse has a pretty amazing background. He’s a former NBA performance coach. He’s an author. He’s a speaker. And he’s a great midwestern guy with that characteristic Iowan charm and charisma. Today we discuss his new book, Breakthrough - which is only just being released. Through it, we unpack what it means to have a purpose, and how it relates to our passions and our mission. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is the relationship between partnership in leading and empathy with employees? What power does a humble leader have? How do you create an environment in your company where your employees feel a sense of ownership to their work? Today I have an inspired conversation with Ty Bennett. Ty is one of the major keynote speakers in the world. He's a prolific writer and wrote Partnership is the New Leadership, The Power of Storytelling. He has a background in direct sales and we share a lot of the lessons we've learned from the direct sales network, particularly about humility and empathy in leadership.  Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Where can you get the most value: in transactions or connections? Why should you always remember that people are simply people? How do leaders combine radical candor with encouraging patience? It's my pleasure to interview and to present to you Mike Arrieta. Mike and I were introduced through a former guest, Brett Hagler, with whom Mike has a longstanding friendship, both being involved in New Story. Mike has been an entrepreneur from a young age, going from success to success, culminating in Garden City, the company he runs today.  Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you reach your full potential by working through insecurities? How can unaddressed insecurities block the formation of authentic connections? What does empathy in business look like in practice? Today we have a great book for you, Raise Your Game, by Alan Stein Jr. His book really gets at the heart of a concept Alan and I discuss today, something I really feel is the catalyst in leadership — insecurity. As an ex-basketball performance coach, Alan has worked with some of the biggest names in the NBA - Kevin Durant, Stephen Curry, Kobe Bryant - and now he’s teaching and applying these strategies in keynote programs and workshops. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is your worth defined by the success of your company? How do you cope with burnout in leadership? How can you approach challenges in leadership and grow instead of shrink? I am really excited to share the experience of interviewing Scott Harrison, a true leader, and innovator. Scott founded a non-profit organization for bringing water to people around the world; charity: water. He's also written a New York Times Bestselling book, Thirst. Today we talk about overcoming leadership burnout. How do you step back from a business, or organization, gain perspective, and then try to make things work?  Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Which aspect of a decision matters the most? Why should you view your surroundings like case studies of the life you want to live? Why is it important to let your values guide your financial journey? I am so pleased to interview Justin Donald, the Lifestyle Investor. Part of leading is understanding business, and Justin has built an incredible business model that I think we can all learn from. His insights challenge the status quo of investing and are premised on helping you realize the lifestyle you want. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do empathetic leaders differ from industrialists in the quality of care that they provide to their employees? Why are feedback and adaptation vital aspects to effective leadership? How can a company properly incorporate a holistic yet successful workflow that gets the work done while making space for rest? Joe Sanok and I have been friends for a few years now and it's so exciting to see him release his book, Thursday is the New Friday. In our conversation, Joe breaks down the ideology of how we ended up with a 40-hour workweek. Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you curb insecurity in business from turning into jealousy? What is the superpower that empathy brings to leadership? Why should you elevate your mindset from disruptive to positive? Chad Veach is an international speaker, podcast host, author founder, and lead pastor of ZOE Church. Today we speak about how to understand your co-workers and developing a healthy leadership mentality. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do leaders maintain social connectivity through their behavior? What is the connection between being exceptional and practicing empathy? Why should leaders always remember to treat people like people? Joe Navarro is a former FBI agent who now works as an author, speaker, and leadership coach. Today we talk about how you can apply non-verbal communication to be a better leader.  Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you build your team to build your business? What power does momentum have for your business? Why should you do things that do not scale? I am super excited to interview Brett Hagler today, CEO and founder of New Story. Brett gives us a look into what it’s like to be a top non-profit CEO in the world today. He shares his insights about recruiting the right people and managing a dynamic goal-oriented team. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this inspiring episode of the Impact Driven Leader Podcast, host Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Chris Wirth, the founder and president of No Quit Living. Chris is a professional speaker, author, coach, and podcaster dedicated to helping individuals, teams, and organizations achieve success through accountability and a positive mental attitude. Join us as Chris shares his journey of building No Quit Living, a philosophy rooted in the powerful quote by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale, "It's always too early to quit." Chris delves into the importance of accountability, defining it as "doing what you say you're going to do, when you say you're going to do it," and how this principle has guided his professional and personal life. Connect with Chris: https://www.noquitliving.com/ https://www.instagram.com/no_quit_living/ https://www.facebook.com/NoQuitLiving/ https://twitter.com/noquitliving?lang=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-wirth-0071a3198/ https://www.noquitliving.com/podcast Impact Driven Leader: Impact Driven Leader Podcast https://www.youtube.com/@impactdrivenleader  https://www.instagram.com/impactdrivenleader/  Tyler is on: https://www.tylerdickerhoof.com/  https://www.facebook.com/tyler.dickerhoof.3  https://www.instagram.com/tyler_dickerhoof/  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-dickerhoof-1960351b  What Was Discussed: 00:00 Intro 02:20 No Quit Living 04:44 What is accountability? 11:18 Difference between accountability and self-leadership 15:12 Why you should never quit 24:13 Self-awareness and success 30:34 From grind to growth 44:16 The Positivity Tribe  49:45 Legacy and impact of accountability 55:53 Respect and empathy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are some valuable lessons to learn from bad leadership? Where do you find your leadership growth curve? Which life roadblocks are stopping you from being the best leader you can be? Growing up, life was really difficult for Stephen Scoggins. When he was just 22, he found himself homeless and on the verge of suicide. He was angry, stuck, and completely empty inside. Stephen’s mentor gave him a second chance and from there he launched a multi-million dollar construction company and has gone on to launch 5 other successful businesses ranging from real estate to thought leadership with top-line revenue over $100 million. We go through so many of life’s experiences and it really is about overcoming and just continuing to press forward, just like Stephen did. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I get to introduce the next book in our book club, The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek. It’s been quite a few years since I have read this book and as I prepared for this episode, it really shows up to me how much our culture has embraced a lot of the things that Simon has spoken about. This book will get you thinking about why you as a leader exist? What is your mission and what are you trying to accomplish? I am so excited to introduce this book and can’t wait for you to read it! Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Sign up for The Impact Driven Leader Book Club Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How would someone impersonate you and your leadership qualities? When was the last time you pointed out the gifts and skills of the people that you work with? Why is the promise that you make to yourself one of the most powerful ones? I am so excited for you to listen to Jason’s story today. It’s a story of resilience, standing true to his values, which to me really exemplifies what it means to be a leader in a position to have an impact. Thanks for listening! I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @impactdrivenleader SHOW NOTES AND RESOURCES: Click here Join the Impact Driven Leadership Community WEBSITE: www.impactdrivenleaderpodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices