Lubar Executive Education Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode we talk with Deborah Coviello about how executives can effectively respond to the all the pressures of operating at the C-level and how to navigate through crisis, and get themselves and their organizations back on track if things start moving out of control. 

During our time together we discuss:

• The most common causes leaders and executives get off track.
• How you can assess the severity of a crisis and how to immediately begin to counteract it.
• How leaders create calm when chaos is present or building.
• How to determine who to ask for help and who to trust.
• How top CEOs get the information and feedback they need to develop their people and avoid corporate destabilization.
• The "little secret" CEOs don't want to share on the subject of coaching employees.
• How the best leaders maintain their personal wellness and balance all aspects of their personal and professional lives.  

If you are interested in learning more from Deb:

• pick up a copy of her book, The CEO’s Compass – Your Guide to Get Back on Track
• visit her website for a copy of the first chapter of her book for free along with other free items
• listen to the Drop in CEO Podcast
• connect via:
  • Linkedin
  • Email
  • Facebook
  • Twitter: @DropinCEO
  • Instagram: dropinceo
  • YouTube

In this episode we talk with Carly Pepin how human behavior is crucial to business growth.

During our time together we discuss:

• Why human behavior is so important for growth.
• The most common blind spots leaders have.
• How leaders can overcome common blind spots.
• Keys to building high performance teams that can drive success during good times and challenging ones.
• Navigating difficult decisions with clarity and confidence.
• How great leaders can break through growth barriers their organization will face.  
• Ways to overcome burnout and regain their balance and renew their passion for their business.

If you are interested in learning more from Carly:

• Visit her website and take two free assessments 
  1. Business Assessment - provides  a focused snapshot of how your business is performing across the Four Decisions: People, Strategy, Execution, and Cash. Uncover where your strengths are and where the real friction is, so you can take the right next steps to grow your business with clarity and confidence.
  2. Values Assessment - Get clear on what truly drives you, refine decision making and fuel inspiration. Uncover what’s truly meaningful, so you can lead and live with greater clarity, fulfillment, and momentum.

In this episode we talk with Philip Hilt about some of the biggest misconceptions that hold back mid-career professionals and how you can effectively move forward on your leadership journey without burning out.  

During our time together we discuss:

• The biggest misconceptions that hold mid-career leaders back. 
• Why so many professionals think an advanced degree is necessary to lead effectively.
• Why so many professionals believe they need to job job to get ahead.
• The essential mindshifts that enable leaders to excel without additional credentials. 
• How to determine if you should pursue additional credentials.
• How "action bias" helps professionals build authority.
• Effective strategies for gaining visibility in an organization and building genuine support from senior management regardless of your title or formal education credentials.
• The importance of creating a Leadership Development Plan for yourself.

If you are interested in learning more from Philip,

• visit his website 
• pick up a copy of his book - EARN A $25K+ PROMOTION IN 6 MONTHS: Advancement Playbook for Purpose-Driven Leaders.   

In this episode, we talk with Dave Coffaro, author of Leading From Zero:  Seven Essential Elements of Earning Relevance about the importance of starting every day with the mindset of having no customers and needing to earn each one continuously.

During our discussion we talk about:

• why relevance matters.
• how everyone in your organization has a role to play in earning relevance each and every day.
• advice for measuring how relevant your organization is to its customers.
• common mistakes to avoid when seeking to earn relevance supported by real life examples of companies that didn't earn relevance each day.

In this episode, we talk with Emily Sander, author of a new book titled Hacking Executive Leadership: Go from insecure, indecisive, and overloaded to confident, influential, and effective.   

Emily specializes in helping leaders get out of firefighting mode, drive their life and career progressions, and be a model of self-improvement for others around them

 
During our time together we talk about:

• How leaders can differentiate themselves.
• Communicating effectively with others.
• Understanding failure loops and how they can help propel you on your leadership journey.
• Building confidence when making hiring decisions. 

In this episode, we talk with Raven M. Harris,  founder of Activate the Dream, an organization focused on helping leaders create a life that is in alignment with their dreams, vision, and goals.
 
During our time together we talk about:

• What it's like to be a C-Level executive.
• How to lead authentically and intentionally (especially during times of extreme crisis).
• Finding the courage to make career transitions.
• How to  pursue work, life harmony and also understand what "season" you are in. 

In this episode, we talk with Caterina Kostoula, founder of The Leaderpath, about ways to conduct better meetings and eliminate unnecessary meetings in your organization to free up time for everyone to get things done. 

During our discussion we talk about:

• Research that show most leaders rate the quality of their meetings much higher than their participants do . 
• How to properly plan your meeting using the four "D"s framework.
• The different roles within a meeting and who should assume those roles.
• How to start a meeting in a way that engages everyone.
• How to quickly drive out unnecessary meetings in your organization.

In this episode we talk with Storm Cunningham, the world's thought leader on community revitalization and natural resource restoration. about how business leaders can revitalize and restore the communities and economies where we live and work.  During our time together we discuss:

• The size and scope of the global restoration economy.
• How leaders of organizations can serve the community they operate in while also meeting the needs of their shareholders.
• The importance of strategy and good change management practices when taking on a revitalization project or initiative.

For more information, visit the Reconomics Institute website.

In this episode, we sit down with Sean Tyler Foley, a published author, keynote speaker, speaker trainer, and international business advisor who helps his clients share their message with confidence 

During our discussion we:

• Dispel the myth that people are afraid of public speaking. 
• Talk about techniques to overcome sudden onset stage fright and losing your place when you are presenting.
• Discuss the difference between in-person presentations and zoom presentations and what it means for your presentation.
• Review best practices for preparing to deliver a presentation, including how to re-engage your audience if you see you are losing them.

After listening, check out this free download from Tyler with "5 Insider Secrets" to Speak with Confidence, Communicate Effectively & Win Your Audience.   Enjoy! 

In this episode, we sit down with Thom Keehan, Founder and Managing Partner of Enterprise Kaizen to talk about solving big problems in your organization.  During our discussion we address:

• How to get started when you first identify a problem or are handed one to solve. 
• Decision making process guidelines to follow.  
• The benefits and potential pitfalls of using tools and methodologies to help you.
• How to recognize when you have arrived at your solution.