Explore every episode of the podcast The Unconventional Leadership Podcast
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| 250 Episodes: What Leading Through the Mess Actually Teaches You | 11 Jun 2026 | 01:07:05 | |
Season 4, Episode 250 250 Episodes: What Leading Through the Mess Actually Teaches You (feat. Mike Sipple Jr.) Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus After 8 years and 250 episodes, Mike Sipple Jr. sits down alone to tell the truth: not about what went right, but about what it actually cost to keep going. This milestone isn't a highlight reel. It's an honest accounting of loss, painful pauses, and what the unconventional leadership journey has demanded of him personally, relationally, and professionally. The leaders who build something lasting, something generational, something that outlives the title on the card, are the ones who stopped trying to carry it alone. Episode 250 is Mike's reflection on what it took to get here, what it cost, and why he's more convicted than ever about what's coming next. In this episode: - Why Mike paused the podcast twice, once from business pressure and team burnout, once from the loss of his sister, and what brought him back both times - The specific loneliness of leadership: not "I don't have friends" lonely, but the particular isolation of holding a vision no one else can fully see - What 250 conversations taught him about leaders who build something lasting and the ones who let others carry it with them - The personal health and burnout reckoning he had mid-journey, and why he couldn't authentically podcast about leadership while running on empty - How going from audio to video took the show from tens of thousands to millions of impressions, and what that visibility has meant for the movement - Why there is no version of you at work that's disconnected from who you are at home and what it really means to lead holistically - What's ahead in Season 4: sponsors, a more independent brand, and a deepened commitment to walking alongside leaders for the long term Timecodes: 00:02:18 -- Mike introduces episode 250 and why he chose to speak from the heart with no script 00:10:44 -- The conviction he had starting the podcast and what 8 years proved right 00:25:32 -- What building the podcast actually required: the time, relational, and personal cost he didn't anticipate 00:29:07 -- The loss of his sister and the break that followed and how Josh Lewis and Brian Erickson helped him ramp back 00:42:15 -- On asking for help: why leaders carrying everything alone is the wrong answer 00:50:46 -- The loneliness of leadership -- holding the culture and vision when you can't fully unload on anyone around you 01:00:13 -- What 250 episodes have taught him about leaders who build something that outlives the title on the card Partners and Sponsors Mentioned: - The Living Room Cincinnati https://hellolivingroom.com/unconventional - Xavier University Executive MBA Program - https://talentmagnet.com/emba/ - The Colorado Symphony - https://youtu.be/2MCLLIty6kQ?si=A9PYUzDaAKIDmLS3 - Centennial Executive Search: https://www.centennialinc.com - Talent Magnet Institute: https://www.talentmagnet.com - Connect with Mike Sipple Jr.: https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: :https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| The Father, The Founder, and 50 Years of Unconventional Leadership | 28 May 2026 | 02:00:52 | |
Season 3, Episode 249 The Father, The Founder, and 50 Years of Unconventional Leadership (feat. Mike Sipple, Sr. & Mike Sipple Jr.) Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Mike Sipple, Sr. walked into a Cincinnati recruiting firm in 1975 with no suit and no plan -- and spent the next 50 years building one of the region's most trusted executive search firms into a multigenerational legacy. This episode answers the question every leader avoids: what does it actually mean to build something that outlasts you? In this episode: - Mike Sr. answers the call to lead Centennial after founder Jim Morris's unexpected death in 1980 -- chosen not for experience, but for character and trust - Why leadership, in his words, has always started with two things: character and trust -- and why that hasn't changed in five decades - The "4C Recruiting Process®" framework (Character, Culture, Chemistry, Competence) that was born out of a post-9/11 strategic planning session and still defines how Centennial's client's hire today - How Mike Sr. spent years advising other business owners on succession planning before realizing he had never thought about his own - The role faith played at every inflection point -- from Jim Morris's death to the support of founding Talent Magnet Institute® to transitioning the keys to his son - What it looked like to bring Mike Jr. from computer-building intern to company CEO -- and the advisor who first asked, "Have you ever considered Michael as a recruiter?" - Why legacy isn't a building, a balance sheet, or a brand -- it's the leaders who say yes before the proof shows up Timecodes: 00:01 -- Mike Sr. walks into Centennial in 1975 and why he stayed 00:27 -- Jim Morris passes away; Mike Sr. is named president at 30 with no warning 00:30 -- Defining leadership before he had the title: character and trust 00:55 -- The compounding power of 50 years of client relationships 01:04 -- Watching Mike Jr. grow up in the business and the question that changed everything 01:10 -- The Goering Center succession process and why Mike Sr. insisted Mike Jr. choose freely 01:30 -- What "unconventional leadership" actually means to someone who has practiced it for five decades 01:37 -- What legacy means personally to Mike Sipple, Sr. The Living Room Cincinnati (episode sponsor): https://hellolivingroom.com/unconventional ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C_ __ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| Stop Trying to Retain Your People | 14 May 2026 | 01:06:21 | |
Season 3, Episode 248 Stop Trying to Retain Your People (feat. Travis Dommert & Mike Sipple Jr.) Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Travis Dommert, Senior Client Executive, People & Performance, of One Digital has spent years sitting across from CEOs navigating the most personal transition in business: stepping into the top job. What he sees isn't a strategy problem -- it's an identity problem. The leaders who get it right stop trying to be who the role was and start figuring out who the role needs to become. Mike and Travis unpack the CEO's one non-delegatable job -- making meaning -- and trace how trust, clarity, accountability, and the way you handle someone's first and last day all compound into the culture that either activates your people or quietly burns them out. In this episode: - Why stepping into the CEO role is an identity crisis before it's a strategy question -- and what family business succession makes even more complicated - The one thing no CEO can delegate: making meaning out of every experience your people have at work - How the "marble jar" model explains why trust is built in moments, not gestures -- and why some people need a thousand of them - Why accountability without trust creates fear -- and what "positive accountability" looks like when it's actually working - Survey response rates as the loudest signal of organizational health: below 50% means half your people don't think their voice matters - Why Day One and Last Day are the two highest-leverage moments in any employee's tenure -- and what most leaders get completely wrong on the last one - The infinite talent strategy: grow people so well some of them leave -- and why most of them won't, and the ones who do build your alumni network Timecodes: 0:01:11 - Episode framing: CEO identity, role, and succession 0:02:10 - Introducing Travis Dommert, One Digital 0:03:29 - The CEO identity crisis: when role and person collide 0:16:05 - The one non-delegatable CEO job: making meaning 0:20:07 - Curiosity and listening strategies -- how to know if you're losing the room 0:34:42 - Journey to Mastery: trust, clarity, accountability, and what goes first 0:47:33 - Positive accountability: why it goes last, and how to build toward it 0:58:05 - Day One as a top-ten life moment -- and why Last Day echoes forever 1:01:29 - Travis defines unconventional leadership Resources mentioned: - One Digital (Travis's company: https://www.onedigital.com - Centennial Inc. (Mike's family business): https://centennialinc.com - "The Go-Giver" by Bob Burg and John David Mann - Brené Brown -- marble jar metaphor for trust - Simon Sinek -- The Infinite Game - Andy Stanley -- "Later is Longer" - Jim Lehrer (sports psychologist) -- research on self-deception Links and Resources: - Connect with Travis Dommert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisdommert/ ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| How Great Leaders Challenge the Status Quo | 30 Apr 2026 | 01:05:49 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 247 How Great Leaders Challenge the Status Quo (feat. Mark Fisher & Mike Sipple Jr.) What does it really take to create meaningful change inside an organization? In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Mike Sipple Jr. sits down with Mark Fisher, Chief Operating Officer of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, for a conversation about vision, courage, operational excellence, and what it means to lead with a willingness to challenge the status quo. Mark shares why inspiring teams takes more than a strategic plan, how leaders can create momentum through quick wins, and why some of the best ideas often come from the front lines. Together, Mike and Mark unpack what it looks like to break rules in the right way, build a culture that allows calculated failure, and stay relentless in pursuit of progress that benefits both the organization and the broader community. They also explore succession planning, sustainability, innovation, team development, and the kind of leadership energy required to move people from ideas into action. If you are a CEO, founder, HR leader, executive, or people manager trying to lead change, improve culture, and build a team that is willing to think differently, this conversation will challenge and encourage you. 🔗 Links and Resources: • Learn more about the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden: https://cincinnatizoo.org • Connect with Mark Fisher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoodude • Learn more about the Cincinnati Zoo leadership team: https://cincinnatizoo.org/about-us/zoo-leadership/ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Why meaningful progress requires challenging the rules 01:24 - Why strategy alone does not inspire people 03:37 - Breaking the rules and challenging the status quo 06:25 - The Cincinnati Zoo’s transformation over the last 20 years 08:35 - How long-term vision became reality 11:37 - Leadership stamina and casting vision over time 14:32 - Sustainability, purpose, and operational excellence 16:13 - The water bill that changed everything 20:14 - Why frontline teams often see the real problems first 22:47 - Leading sustainability through practicality and ROI 28:01 - Relentless leadership and the stamina to keep going 29:17 - Why great leaders invest in what is working 33:02 - Creating a culture where people can fail forward 37:05 - Succession planning and building the bench 39:14 - Challenging everything without losing your values 41:37 - Using feedback loops and quick wins to build momentum 44:40 - Inspiring by doing, not just talking 48:14 - Community impact, partnerships, and leading beyond your walls ⸻ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ⸻ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ⸻ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ⸻ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| Why Do Leaders Need to Think More Like Conductors? | 09 Apr 2026 | 01:06:20 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 246 Why Do Leaders Need to Think More Like Conductors? (feat. Daniel Wachter & Mike Sipple Jr.) What can business leaders learn from a conductor leading an orchestra? In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Mike Sipple Jr. sits down with Daniel Wachter, President & CEO of the Colorado Symphony, to explore one of the most compelling leadership analogies you will hear: why leading a team is often less about doing the work yourself and more about creating alignment, context, trust, and performance across talented people. Daniel shares how watching a conductor changed the way he thought about leadership, communication, and team performance. Together, Mike and Daniel unpack what leaders often get wrong about vision, why teams need more than a strategy on paper, how freedom of action is built through alignment, and what executives can learn from musicians who must perform at the highest level together. They also explore leadership development, workplace culture, employee engagement, accountability, and how the arts can influence business, healthcare, and community impact in unexpected ways. If you are a CEO, founder, HR leader, executive, or people manager trying to build a healthier culture and stronger team performance, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to lead with more clarity, intention, and humanity. 🔗 Links and Resources: • Learn more about the Colorado Symphony: https://coloradosymphony.org • Connect with Daniel Wachter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielwachter Previous Episodes: • 6/14/2018 – Daniel Wachter and Mike Sipple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047?i=1000413752855 • 7/16/2020 – Daniel Wachter and Mike Sipple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047?i=1000485158234 • 2/25/2021 – Daniel Wachter and Mike Sipple – we started the series here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047?i=1000510578657 • 3/25/2021 – Daniel Wachter w/ Francois Lopez-Ferrer: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047?i=1000514312297 • 10/14/2021 – Daniel Wachter w/ Julia Adolphe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047?i=1000538531942 TIMECODES: 00:00 - Why leaders need to think like conductors 01:13 - Daniel Wachter’s return and journey to the Colorado Symphony 08:23 - What a conductor teaches leaders about vision and alignment 12:06 - Inside the immersive leadership workshop with the orchestra 21:43 - Why vision on paper is not enough 25:36 - How music, leadership, and healthcare connect 30:01 - Freedom of action, trust, and alignment 34:07 - Right people, right seats, right performance 36:11 - Shared accountability and why engagement cannot hide 50:47 - Creating a customer experience, not just a performance 01:00:54 - What unconventional leadership means to Daniel Wachter 01:02:56 - Why leaders are responsible for creating space and joy ⸻ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ⸻ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ⸻ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ⸻ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| Succession Planning for Business Owners: How to Prepare Years Before a Transition | 02 Apr 2026 | 01:05:31 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 245 Succession Planning for Business Owners: How to Prepare Years Before a Transition (feat. Brent Rippe & Mike Sipple Jr.) What happens when a founder, owner, or key executive is no longer in the seat? In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Mike Sipple Jr. sits down with investment banker, business executive, business owner, and long-time strategist Brent Rippe to unpack a leadership challenge too many organizations delay for too long: succession planning. This conversation goes far beyond selling a company. Mike and Brent explore how leaders can think about long-term business strategy, stakeholder alignment, leadership bench strength, and value optimization years before a transition ever happens. They discuss why many founders keep succession too close to the vest, how uncertainty creates risk for employees and buyers, and why pre-planning can dramatically change the future of a business. You’ll hear practical insight on family business transitions, leadership development, key-person risk, organizational structure, and how to prepare the next generation of leaders with more intention. If you’re a CEO, founder, family business owner, or executive thinking about long-term continuity, this episode will challenge you to stop pushing succession planning to “someday” and start building a stronger future now. 🔗 Links and Resources: * Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus * Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz * Connect with Brent Rippe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-rippe-095a116 TIMECODES: 00:00 - Why business owners need to think about transition earlier 01:23 - Why long-term strategy matters 3 to 5 years in advance 06:13 - Stakeholder alignment and defining the ideal outcome 08:35 - Family business risk, key roles, and buyer perception 18:09 - Why owners delay succession planning until it’s too late 21:03 - Succession planning as total value optimization 25:16 - Why leaders need to focus on only a few priority KPIs 26:12 - The cost of keeping transition plans too private 30:19 - Stop kicking succession planning to tomorrow 31:07 - Ownership succession, leadership succession, and team succession 34:09 - Why pre-planning matters when your bench is thin 38:38 - The “hit by a bus” test and key-person risk 41:02 - Building leadership depth across the whole organization 42:08 - How great leaders build a culture bigger than themselves 44:21 - From entrepreneur-led business to enduring organization --- Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C --- Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| Why Is Leadership So Hard Right Now? How Great Leaders Build Healthy Teams | 19 Mar 2026 | 01:00:51 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 244 Why Is Leadership So Hard Right Now? How Great Leaders Build Healthy Teams (feat. Nancy Spivey, David Noe, & Mike Sipple Jr.) Leadership is more complex than ever. Between burnout, employee experience, AI, mental health, and the pressure to build a strong culture, leaders are navigating challenges that do not come with simple answers. In this episode, Nancy Spivey, David Noe, and Mike Sipple Jr. unpack what business leaders, HR professionals, and people managers are seeing right now when it comes to leadership, team culture, talent, and the future of work. They explore why great leadership still comes back to people, how empathy and trust shape healthier teams, and what organizations need to think about as technology continues to change the workplace. If you care about leadership development, employee retention, workplace culture, human resources, and building teams that can thrive without burning out, this conversation is full of practical insight. 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Nancy Spivey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spiveynancy DisruptHR Northern Kentucky - https://business.nkychamber.com/events/Details/disrupthr-northern-kentucky-1411322?sourceTypeId=Website Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce: https://www.nkychamber.com/tmi/ Northern Kentucky Spotlight Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/northern-kentucky-spotlight/id1459036597 • Connect with David Noe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidrnoe SpeakEasy HR Hosted by David Noe - https://speakeasyhr.com/ SpeakEasy HR Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speakeasy-hr/id1767590212 Payroll Partners - https://payrollpartners.net/about-us/ Sponsor of the SpeakEasy HR Podcast, an Investors Circle of the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and a Presenting Sponsor of the DisruptHR NKY Timecodes: 00:00 How AI is changing leadership and work 00:33 Unconventional Leadership Podcast intro 01:02 Nancy Spivey and David Noe join the show 01:25 Disrupt HR Cincinnati and leadership trends 05:51 Top people and talent challenges in business today 07:53 Employee experience, burnout, and HR leadership 10:05 AI in the workplace and human connection 17:20 How AI helps podcasting, marketing, and productivity 19:41 Leadership accountability, trust, and delegation 21:47 Why leadership is so complex right now 25:36 Empathy, mental health, and people leadership 27:17 Hiring, retention, and workplace safety concerns 31:26 Payroll systems, HR tech, and employee experience 34:21 Tech stack overload and business efficiency 39:19 Payroll compliance, trust, and human support 41:34 Customer service, automation, and human connection 43:32 Unreasonable hospitality in business 48:07 Disrupt HR topics that make an impact 50:38 Gratitude, employee benefits, and behavior change 56:10 Talent strategy symposium and HR collaboration 58:04 What unconventional leadership really means 59:50 Final thoughts and Disrupt HR Northern Kentucky ⸻ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ⸻ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ⸻ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ⸻ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| Are You Keeping the Wrong “Top Performer” on Your Team? | 05 Mar 2026 | 01:12:00 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 243 Are You Keeping the Wrong “Top Performer” on Your Team? (feat. John Spence, Michael Ragsdale & Mike Sipple Jr.) High performance doesn’t excuse misalignment. In this episode, Mike sits down with John Spence and Michael Ragsdale for an honest conversation about what great leaders do when a “star performer” creates friction, violates values, or pulls the culture off course. You’ll hear why values alignment is the real unlock for scaling a healthy business, how leadership decisions carry “more at stake” than most founders realize (families, livelihoods, and trust), and why the second time building a business often looks completely different than the first. 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with John Spence: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-spence-361a4750 • Connect with Michael Ragsdale: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-ragsdale- ⸻ TIMECODES: 00:00 – Only work with people you like (values + fit) 06:05 – Star performers vs. shared values (culture decisions) 08:56 – “More at stake” (employees’ families + leadership gravity) 13:45 – Origin stories: innovation, risk, and building from scratch 21:07 – Brain + body: exercise, cognition, BDNF, neuroplasticity 37:11 – Scaling lessons: skills change at each growth stage ⸻ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ⸻ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ⸻ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ⸻ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| Why This Leader’s Company Pays 100% of Employee Healthcare Costs? | 19 Feb 2026 | 01:05:11 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Season 3, Episode 242 Why This CEO Pays 100% of Employee Healthcare Costs? (feat. Bob Heil & Mike Sipple Jr.) In a business arena where most companies struggle with retention, what if the secret to loyalty is radical generosity? In this episode I sit down with Bob Heil, Executive Director of Strategic Relationships and Community Engagement at KLH Engineers, Executive Director of LaunchNKY Center for Civic Leadership, and past Board Chair of BENKY, NKY Chamber, OneNKY Alliance, amongst others. Bob reveals why his company, KLH Engineers, pays 100% of medical insurance for employees and their families—a benefit less than 1% of companies offer. Bob and Mike discuss the power of "Unconventional Leadership" by challenging existing paradigms in business, education, and government. From the "hand on the shoulder" mentorship moments that define careers to the "Creative Tension" required to drive innovation, this episode is a masterclass in servant leadership and community building. Learn all about Launch NKY and why Bob is so deeply passionate about civic leadership and encouraging you to ask someone to participate in leveling up our community. In this episode, we cover:
🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Bob Heil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-heil-06148610/ - Learn more about KLH Engineers: https://www.nku.edu/launchnky.html - Explore the OneNKY Alliance: https://onenkyalliance.com/ - Check out and learn: https://www.nku.edu/launchnky.html ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| Why Great Leaders Start With Sleep, Not Strategy | 05 Feb 2026 | 01:10:09 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Signup for Relentless 2800: https://www.relentless2800.com Season 3, Episode 241 Why Great Leaders Start With Sleep, Not Strategy (feat. Jessica Morris AND JONBOB Willis) What if the biggest limiter of your leadership effectiveness isn’t skill, strategy, or experience—but exhaustion? In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Mike Sipple Jr. is joined by Jessica Morris, executive health coach and wellness expert, and JONBOB Willis, creative entrepreneur and community builder, to unpack what holistic leadership really looks like in practice. From sleep deprivation and burnout to margin, community, and purpose-driven creativity, this episode reframes leadership through the lens of well-being. The group explores why sleep is the cornerstone of peak performance, how leaders unknowingly model burnout for their teams, and why psychological safety begins with asking better questions—like “What’s feeling heavy right now?” instead of “How are you?” They also dive into JONBOB’s community-driven initiatives like The Simple Portrait Project and Relentless 2800, illustrating how margin, play, and connection fuel creativity and resilience—both personally and organizationally. This episode is a masterclass in human-centered, unconventional leadership for executives, founders, and anyone responsible for leading people. In this episode, we cover: - Sleep as a Leadership Skill: Why sleep is the foundation of emotional regulation, decision-making, and resilience - Burnout Warning Signs: How stress shows up physically, emotionally, and relationally before leaders notice it - The “At Your Best” Framework: Defining how you think, feel, and operate when you’re fully aligned - Psychological Safety: How asking better questions transforms trust, engagement, and performance - Margin & Creativity: Why protecting margin unlocks innovation and courage - Community as Fuel: Lessons from The Simple Portrait Project and Relentless 2800 - Athlete Mindset for Leaders: Treating leadership like elite performance—with rest, recovery, and discipline - Unconventional Leadership Defined: Leading holistically, human-first, and without waiting for permission 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Jessica Morris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicamorrisky Health Coach with Vytalize Health, Health Coach & Wellness Leader & Founder of RYTT Solutions - Connect with JONBOB Willis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonbobdotcom Relentless 2800: JOIN or start a team TODAY https://www.relentless2800.com Simple Portrait Project: https://www.thesimpleportraitproject.com ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| 2026 Is Coming Fast — Leaders Are Already Shifting Their Approach | 22 Jan 2026 | 01:16:20 | |
Season 3, Episode 240 How do you stay relevant in the 2026 leadership shift? (feat. Jennifer McClure, Steve Browne, James Biro, & Mike Sipple Jr.) By the end of 2026, the world will look completely different due to massive change and AI integration. Mike and his guests discuss how to stay agile and current in a rapidly evolving market. Explore how to retool your approach to meet the changing expectations of the modern workforce and maintain your thought leadership. 🔗 Links and Resources: * Connect with Jennifer McClure: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermcclure/ * Connect with Steve Browne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebrownphr/ * Connect with James Biro: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-biro-683b901 ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| Entrepreneurial Leadership: The Classroom Skills Most Companies Are Missing | 08 Jan 2026 | 01:14:04 | |
What separates leaders people trust from leaders people tolerate? In this episode of The Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Mike Sipple Jr. is joined by Dr. Jeni Al Bahrani (Miami University), and student leaders/Teaching Assistants CJ DeBra and Sarah Bosse to unpack what “trusted advisor” leadership looks like in real life—especially when you’re leading peers, giving feedback, and trying to create a culture where people can learn without fear. You’ll hear practical leadership lessons for managers, HR leaders, and anyone trying to build a high-trust team: - How to give actionable feedback without damaging relationships - Why “microfailures” can build confidence and resilience - What it looks like to lead yourself first (before you lead others) - How to manage up and communicate with clarity If you care about team culture, employee experience, and developing leaders who can handle tough conversations… this one’s for you. 🔗 Links and Resources: Connect with Dr. Jeni Al Bahrani: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjenialbahrani Connect with CJ DeBra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debracj- Connect with Sarah Bosse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbosse Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C_ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr!LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejrLinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn:➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc | |||
| Family Business Secrets Nobody Talks About | 16 Oct 2025 | 01:17:39 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: Season 3, Episode 238 Family Business Secrets Nobody Talks About (feat. Jonathan Theders & Mike Sipple Jr.) How do we build something meaningful—and know when it’s time to let go? In this episode of The Unconventional Leadership Podcast, we explore the tension between legacy and innovation, and why resisting change could leave your business behind. If you're navigating succession, stewardship, or strategic pivots, this one’s for you. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Jonathan Theders: Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| How Do Leaders Turn Adversity Into Legacy? | 02 Oct 2025 | 01:01:06 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 237 How Do Leaders Turn Adversity Into Legacy? (feat. Doug Olberding & Lily Parke with Mike Sipple Jr.) In this inspiring episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Doug Olberding (CEO of Pig Works) and Lily Parke (Beechwood High School Intern, D1 commit, UK cross-country/track) join Mike Sipple Jr. to share stories of leadership, resilience, and community. From the impact of the Flying Pig Marathon on Cincinnati’s economy and culture, to Lily’s perspective as a young athlete, to overcoming personal adversity and creating legacy, this conversation highlights how unconventional leaders listen, adapt, and turn challenges into opportunities. If you’re passionate about leadership, team building, or leading with purpose in HR, human resources, and beyond—this is a must-listen. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Doug Olberding: https://www.pigworks.org and https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougolberding/ ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ___ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Can Unreasonable Hospitality Save Your Culture? | 07 Aug 2025 | 00:56:57 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 236 Can Unreasonable Hospitality Save Your Culture? (feat. Lee Crume & Mike Sipple Jr.) Welcome to another transformational episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast. In this one, Lee Crume, CEO of BE NKY, shares how Unreasonable Hospitality reshaped employee experience, innovation, and team culture in Northern Kentucky. We go deep on building an ecosystem mindset, cultivating staff voice, and designing a community‑centric strategy to attract high‑impact investment and support regional growth. What you'll learn: • How to turn hospitality lessons into leadership culture • Why “hire slow, fire fast” is more than a phrase • Transforming client and candidate touchpoints through purpose‑driven process • Designing a five‑star client experience from parking lot greetings to plant tours • The philosophy of making your leadership *obsolete* through empowerment • Building spaces and ecosystems that drive collaboration and innovation in your community 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Lee Crume: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crumelee ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ___ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production. Whether you're in Greater Cincinnati or planning high‑quality content, we make it easy so you can just focus on your message. Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| What If You Just Went For It? | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:58:01 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 235 What If You Just Went For It? (feat. Emma Adkisson & Mike Sipple Jr.) Emma Adkisson shares the powerful story behind becoming CEO of a 45-year-old architecture firm...and the growth that came with it. From honoring the legacy of a dying founder to reshaping workplace culture, Emma breaks down what it means to lead with courage, clarity, and creativity. If you've ever doubted your ability to lead differently, this episode is your permission slip. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Emma Adkisson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-adkisson-22528b37 - Check out Emboss Design: https://embossdesign.com ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ___ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| THIS Is What Leaders Are Dealing With | ROUNDTABLE | 24 Jul 2025 | 00:32:37 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 234 THIS Is What Leaders Are Dealing With | ROUNDTABLE In this faculty roundtable, Mike Sipple Jr. sits down with Talent Magnet Institute team members Melanie Booher, Megan Leasher, and Leighann Rechtin to unpack the single skill that separates thriving teams from stagnant ones: authentic communication. Discover practical tactics to turn meetings into meaningful dialogue, build psychological safety, and help every voice be heard. If you lead HR, manage people, or simply want to show up better at work, this episode is your playbook. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with TMI: https://www.talentmagnet.com/ - Dr. Leighann Rechtin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighann-rechtin-edd-09b80945/ - Dr. Megan Leasher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganleasher/ - Melanie Booher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-booher/ ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ___ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| How this B2B CEO Uses His Podcast to Grow a Movement | 17 Jul 2025 | 01:07:40 | |
Connect & ask your leadership question here: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 233 How this B2B CEO Uses His Podcast to Grow a Movement (feat. Josh Lewis from the Cincinnati Podcast Studio) This crossover episode from Grow Your Podcast flips the script: Josh Lewis (Cincinnati Podcast Studio) interviews Unconventional Leadership host Mike Sipple Jr. about how a scrappy audio show became a global leadership movement. Why did it start? What’s changed? And what has he learned about leading with uncomfortable authenticity on the mic and in real life? What You’ll Learn • Origin Story: The coffee-conversation advice from mentor Dr. Janet Reid that set the tone for unscripted, human leadership dialogue. • Audio → Video Leap: Why seeing faces matters for emotional connection, and how LinkedIn + YouTube video expanded global reach. • Brand Reboot: Moving from Talent Magnet Institute to Unconventional Leadership—and why making the listener the hero changed everything. • Guest Curation That Resonates: Interview people your audience already knows, likes, and trusts; draw out the stories they’ve never told. • Consistency & Seasons: How to keep publishing through busy quarters, strategic pauses, and limited resources without losing the audience. • Authenticity as Filter: Being real may repel some—but it powerfully attracts the right leaders, clients, and culture-builders. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Josh Lewis: http://linkedin.com/in/devisinggood - Check out the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ___ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/ #Leadership #UnconventionalLeadership #HR #TeamBuilding #SelfCare #ThoughtLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #VideoPodcasting #PeopleFirst #Authenticity | |||
| Is Burnout Inevitable in Leadership? | 10 Jul 2025 | 01:09:32 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 232 Is Burnout Inevitable in Leadership? (feat. Leighann Rechtin & Mike Sipple Jr.) Leighann Rechtin, TMI Senior Faculty, joins Mike Sipple Jr. to discuss sustainable leadership, emotional wellness, and redefining success for today’s professionals. From high-stakes boardrooms to personal boundaries, this episode explores how to lead with intention without sacrificing your well-being. 🔗 Links and Resources: * Connect with Leighann Rechtin: [LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighann-rechtin-edd-09b80945/ --- Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C --- Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr --- Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute --- Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc --- Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| This Failed Retiree Shares the Secret to Successful Businesses | 09 Jul 2025 | 01:02:25 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 231 This Failed Retiree Shares the Secret to Successful Businesses Feeling stuck at a growth ceiling? Certified EOS® Implementer Kevin Rains explains why **removing** complexity—NOT adding more—unlocks explosive business growth. He shares how he scaled from 2 to 5 auto‑body shops, why a 2‑page strategic plan outperforms a 40‑pager, and the mindset shifts leaders need to avoid burnout and build legacy. Connect with Kevin Rains: - Kevin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinrains - EOS - https://www.eosworldwide.com - Dappled Light Retreats: https://www.dappledlightadventures.com - KidStrong: https://crestviewhills.kidstrong.com - One17: https://one17foundation.com 🔗 Other Links and Resources: - The Gap and the Gain: https://a.co/d/asvJITj - The Book 5: https://a.co/d/8DVjsVw ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ___ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Can a Failed Kidney Spark Purpose‑Driven Leadership? | 26 Jun 2025 | 01:04:57 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 230 Can a Failed Kidney Spark Purpose‑Driven Leadership? (feat. Tim Hanner & Mike Sipple Jr.) Former superintendent and social‑impact entrepreneur Tim Hanner—Mike’s very first podcast guest—returns to the upgraded studio for a full‑circle conversation. In the opening moments he reminds Mike how, back in 2018, he actually interviewed the host! From that flipped‑mic memory we jump into timeless lessons on patience, gratitude, and leading whole humans at work. Discover how slowing down, building trust, and letting others shine can accelerate student‑to‑career pipelines, board engagement, and employee retention. We unpack: • Using "start slow to go big" as a scaling strategy • Turning student voice into workforce‑ready pipelines • Balancing bold vision with self‑care after a kidney transplant • Practical ways to embed empathy, gratitude, and feedback loops in any team If you lead people, or hope to, this conversation will inspire you to pause, breathe, and re‑center your leadership on what (and who) matters most. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Tim Hanner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-hanner-754b36a - NaviGo: https://navigoprep.com - EducateNKY: https://educatenky.org --- Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C --- Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr --- Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute --- Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc --- Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Are You Leading with Strength or Just Managing Weakness? | 19 Jun 2025 | 01:06:55 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 229 Are You Leading with Strength or Just Managing Weakness? In this insightful episode, Mike Sipple Jr. is joined by Dr. Laura Canter to discuss what it means to lead with emotional intelligence, character strengths, and radical candor. They unpack why most companies unintentionally manage to people's weaknesses instead of fostering their strengths—and how flipping that script can transform productivity and workplace culture.Laura explores how to walk the talk with authenticity, and what it looks like to build a proactive—not reactive—culture of leadership and development. She also shares powerful stories and tools from positive psychology that leaders can use to better understand themselves and support their teams in real, lasting ways. If you’ve ever wondered how to lead your team in a way that unlocks human potential, this conversation is for you. 🔗 Links and Resources: Connect with Laura Canter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauracantersportpsychology/ ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ___ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Wondering if a video podcast is a good fit for your brand? Take the FREE Video Podcast Fit Assessment today! ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fit Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: | |||
| The Real Reason You Feel Burned Out! | 12 Jun 2025 | 01:09:51 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Connect with us: https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Season 3, Episode 228 The Real Reason You Feel Burned Out! (feat. Luke Dooley & Mike Sipple Jr.) What happens when high-performing leaders feel like they’re drowning—but don’t know who to tell? In this powerful episode, Luke Dooley and Mike Sipple Jr. explore how isolation, burnout, and unspoken pressure are affecting business owners, entrepreneurs, and HR leaders alike. From the raw truth about mental health to tactical strategies for building community and sustainable leadership, this is a call to lead with self-awareness, vulnerability, and intention. Whether you’re navigating growth, grieving a personal loss, or simply wondering, “How is peace even possible?”, this conversation is for you. **MENTAL HEALTH DISCLAIMER** While the Unconventional Leadership Podcast and Talent Magnet Institute explore topics related to mental health and well-being, our content is for educational and inspirational purposes only and should not replace professional medical or psychological advice. We are not licensed mental health professionals, and the insights shared should not be considered diagnosis, treatment, or a substitute for therapy or counseling. If you are experiencing mental health challenges or emotional distress, we strongly encourage you to seek help from a licensed counselor or healthcare provider. You are not alone, and help is available. **Resources to Find Support in the US:** - Psychology Today Therapist Finder – http://www.psychologytoday.com - SAMHSA’s National Helpline – http://www.samhsa.gov | 1-800-662-HELP (4357) - Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 (available 24/7 in the U.S.) If you or someone you know is in crisis or immediate danger, please call 911 or the 988 Crisis Line for immediate support. At The Unconventional Leadership Podcast and Talent Magnet Institute, we believe that leadership starts with caring for yourself. Please prioritize your well-being. Seeking help is a courageous act. ___ 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Luke Dooley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukedooley - Life GPS ‘At Your Best’: https://eblingroup.kit.com/0f204b61e8 ___ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ___ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ___ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ___ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ___ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/ | |||
| Is HR Ready for the AI Takeover? | 05 Jun 2025 | 01:03:41 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Contact Us! https://www.talentmagnet.com/contactus Season 3, Episode 227 Is HR Ready for the AI Takeover? (feat. Kristie Dierig & Mike Sipple Jr.) Stop treating HR like a back-office cost center and start running it like the innovation engine your company needs. In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Talent Magnet Institute senior faculty member Kristie Dierig joins host Mike Sipple Jr. to unpack:
Whether you’re a CHRO, people-ops leader, or rising manager, Kristie shows you how to turn relentless change into a competitive edge—so you can lead teams, not just manage transactions. ⸻ 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Kristie Dierig: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristiedierig ⸻ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8 ⸻ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr.! LinkTree ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ⸻ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ⸻ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ⸻ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality DIY video podcasts is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Is Your Communication Style Killing Your Culture? | 29 May 2025 | 01:00:17 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz ➡ https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Is Your Communication Style Killing Your Culture? ⸻ Season 3, Episode 226 Is Your Communication Style Killing Your Culture? (feat. Regina Russo & Mike Sipple Jr.) In this episode, Regina Russo unpacks what it really means to lead through communication. From cross-generational teams to high-stakes leadership messaging, Regina shares why most executive leaders still get it wrong—and how vulnerability, empathy, and clarity are the new leadership superpowers. Whether you’re in the C-suite or on your way there, this episode shows how to remove communication barriers, build trust, and shape culture through words. ⸻ 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Regina Russo: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginarusso ⸻ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ⸻ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr: LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ⸻ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute: YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ⸻ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ⸻ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. 🎙️ Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? ➡ Book a Tour Today: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi ➡ Learn More: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Sick of Classroom Disruptions? Stop Telling Teachers to “Do More” and Try THIS | 22 May 2025 | 01:05:47 | |
Free mini-course on Managing Anxious Thoughts https://www.talentmagnet.com/offers/Xwrewpjc Sick of Classroom Disruptions? Stop Telling Teachers to “Do More” and Try THIS (feat. Dr. Charlie Peck & Joshua Stamper & Mike Sipple Jr.) Season 3, Episode 225 Students are losing thousands of instructional minutes every year to low-level infractions. In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Dr. Charlie Peck and Joshua Stamper unpack practical, brain-based alternatives—-from the 3-minute push-in to lightning-fast “rapid resets.” You’ll learn why “discipline” really means to teach, how to humanize teachers, and the three-tenet framework that turns fractured classrooms into connected learning communities. Perfect for principals, counselors, and K-12 educators who want evidence-based strategies without adding “one more thing” to an already packed day. 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Dr. Charlie Peck: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charliepeck • Connect with Joshua Stamper: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshstamper • Language of Behavior Podcast: https://joshstamper.com/language-of-behavior/ • Aspire Podcast: https://joshstamper.com/aspire-episodes/ • The Thriving Educator Podcast: https://www.thrivingeducator.org/thrivingeducatorpodcast ==================== Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ==================== TIMECODES: 00:00 - Suspensions waste thousands of minutes of learning 00:26 - Humanizing teachers & meeting Charlie/Josh 03:48 - Josh’s leadership journey from art teacher to dean 06:55 - Building Relationship Action Teams in schools 10:52 - Charlie’s therapist lens for prevention 14:59 - Viral Self-Care Quiz & educator burnout stats 23:59 - Hidden cost of Tier-1 infractions 26:13 - 3-Minute Push-In model explained 36:00 - Rapid Resets: brain-based focus hacks 37:50 - Name Three Objects anxiety reset 44:21 - Empathy activity: principal’s office poll 48:33 - Book-Fair theft turned into leadership lesson 53:58 - Simplifying brain science tools 57:28 - Permission, hope & joy for future-ready schools 1:04:48 - Outro & subscribe ==================== Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ==================== Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ==================== Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ==================== Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Are You Really Communicating Like a Leader? | 15 May 2025 | 00:53:09 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz → https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz “Are You Really Communicating Like a Leader?” (feat. Kathrine Nero & Mike Sipple Jr.) Season 3, Episode 224 If your message isn’t landing, your audience isn’t listening—and that’s on you. In this powerhouse episode, Emmy-winning journalist and VP of Media at Game Day, Kathrine Nero, reveals the communication mistakes leaders make every day and how to fix them. From owning your voice on camera to making feedback actually stick, this conversation is your crash course in becoming the communicator your team actually wants to follow. Whether you’re leading a company, managing a team, or just trying to show up better online, this episode is packed with real-world takeaways on presence, poise, and purpose in leadership. Plus, discover why “If you talk to everyone, you’re talking to no one” might be the most important media strategy you’re ignoring. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Kathrine Nero: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrinenero/ ==================== Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ==================== TIMECODES: 00:00 – If you talk to everyone, you’re talking to no one 03:50 – The secret to authentic communication on social media 06:00 – What every leader needs to ask before communicating 07:10 – The power of giving feedback that sticks 10:00 – Knowing your audience and building trust 12:00 – Why LinkedIn is your secret weapon 18:30 – Zoom presence tips every professional should know 25:00 – The myth of the “perfect” speaker 27:30 – What it really means to “be yourself” on camera 30:00 – Confidence, imposter syndrome, and owning your voice 34:00 – Listening like a journalist, leading like a pro 37:00 – Gender bias, leadership, and advocating for yourself 42:00 – The Dennis Janson lesson: Why remembering people matters 52:00 – Life after newsrooms ==================== Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr.! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ==================== Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ==================== Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ==================== Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. 🎙️ Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi 🎥 Learn more ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/ | |||
| Did THIS Leadership Move Elevate a Family Business? | 08 May 2025 | 00:59:21 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 223: Did THIS Leadership Move Elevate a Family Business? How do you transform a multi-generational, family business for the future-without losing its soul? In this episode, Tara Halpin, CEO of Steinhauser, reveals the pivotal leadership decisions that elevated her company into a new era of growth, culture, and innovation. From investing in her executive team and state-of-the-art technology to making bold moves in people and culture, Tara shares the real, behind-the-scenes journey-including the tough choices, emotional turning points, and game-changing strategies that every business leader needs to hear. If you want to learn how to build a resilient, people-first organization that thrives for generations, this episode is for you. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Tara Halpin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-halpin/ ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ 00:00 - Intro 02:14 – The Turning Point: Taking Over Leadership 06:22 – Company-Wide Executive Coaching 14:26 – Accountability, Leadership, and Competency Development 20:20 – Navigating Challenges and Change 36:40 – Building a Culture of Trust 40:05 – Communication and Transparency 53:45 – Community Involvement and Legacy 56:10 – Advice for Future Leaders ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/ | |||
| GROWTH Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone! | 01 May 2025 | 01:02:29 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 222 GROWTH Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone! DESCRIPTION: Most leaders think they’re growing—but are you stuck in your comfort zone without even realizing it? In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Jordan Huizenga and Mike Sipple Jr. dive into what truly drives leadership growth, the hidden traps executives fall into, how to find (and become) transformative mentors, and why organizational “seasonality” might be the secret weapon you’re ignoring. If you’re a C-suite leader, manager, or high-potential executive looking to maximize impact while building a thriving culture, you cannot miss this conversation. ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Why Growth Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone 01:00 - Lessons from Diverse Leadership Conversations 04:30 - Why People Matter More Than Ever in Leadership 09:00 - How to Find a Mentor Who Actually Moves You Forward 13:00 - Leading With Vision: Accepting When Not Everyone Wants to Lead 19:00 - The “Candle, Not Flashlight” Leadership Principle 21:00 - Embracing Organizational and Personal Seasonality 29:00 - How Direction, Alignment, and Commitment Drive Organizations 34:00 - Hard Truths About Growth During Difficult Work 40:00 - Leading Change When Your Team Resists It 44:00 - How Disney’s People, Process, and Place Model Applies to Your Business 50:00 - Why Culture Will Make or Break Your Leadership 55:00 - Staying Connected to Your People as an Executive 58:00 - Wrapping Up: Why Authenticity, Accountability, and Consistency Matter ================================ LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanhuizenga ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Why Radical Honesty Doesn’t Always Work in Leadership (and What to Do Instead) | 24 Apr 2025 | 00:58:33 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 221 Why Radical Honesty Doesn’t Always Work in Leadership (and What to Do Instead) You’ve been told honesty is the best policy—but what if your directness is doing more harm than good? In this powerful episode, Sharmili Reddy—respected executive and transformational leader—shares the mindset shifts that changed the way she leads, builds trust, and helps her team grow. From radical feedback and self-awareness to balancing empathy with accountability, this conversation is full of practical insights every leader needs to hear. If you’re a senior leader, director, or manager who’s tired of surface-level leadership talk and wants real transformation—you’ll want to watch this. 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Sharmili Reddy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharmilireddy/ • Checkout Resources from TMI: https://www.talentmagnet.com/resources ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 – Introduction: Welcome Sharmili Reddy 02:15 – The truth about “brutal honesty” in leadership 05:21 – The Two-by-Two feedback tool that changed everything 07:00 – Self-awareness vs. leadership impact 08:30 – A team member’s compliment that changed her 12:22 – Why soft skills must be intentional 16:38 – The time dilemma every executive faces 21:00 – Why this podcast resonated with Sharmili 25:00 – How to balance empathy with accountability 32:00 – Is optimism blinding your leadership? 44:00 – Building a unified team across silos 49:00 – Translating core values into day-to-day performance 53:00 – Integrity, leadership, and serving the community 55:30 – Reflections, growth, and the power of feedback ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr!: LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute: YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. The Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message—building true fans while establishing your authority and trust. 🎙️ Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and want to launch your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Is Cincinnati the Outdoor Capital of the Midwest? | 17 Apr 2025 | 00:53:01 | |
Season 3, Episode 220 Is Cincinnati the Outdoor Capital of the Midwest? (feat. Brian Bozeman & Mike Sipple Jr.) Can one city become a magnet for talent, wellness, and innovation—just by building trails? In this inspiring episode, Brian Bozeman shares how a family bike ride turned into a 60-kid mountain bike team, how the outdoors became his ministry, and why Cincinnati may be America’s best-kept secret for trail access and livability. We also dive into how outdoor recreation isn’t just good for your soul — it’s a serious strategy for business, workforce, and regional growth. If you’ve ever wondered what’s possible when leaders say yes, this one will light a fire. ================================ Links and Resources: • Connect with Brian Bozeman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-bozeman-1797785/ • Explore Cincitucky: https://cincituckytrails.com • Learn about CORA (Cincinnati Off-Road Alliance): https://coratrails.org ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 – Meet Brian Bozeman: Purposeful Leader, Family Man, Trailblazer 02:00 – From Balance to Integration: The Accidental Life Shift 04:00 – What Skanska Builds & Why it Matters 06:00 – CORA & The Hand-Built Trail Network 08:00 – Starting a 60-Kid Mountain Biking Team in Northern Kentucky 10:00 – Mike’s Self-Care Journey Back to the Outdoors 13:00 – Why We Overlook the Greatest Asset in Cincinnati 18:00 – The Real ROI of Trails: Talent, Health, and Family 21:00 – Learning from Bentonville: Can We Do the Same? 25:00 – Urban Trails vs. Driving to Nature: A Game-Changer 30:00 – A Family Voices the Vision (and Why Brian Cried) 34:00 – From Beer Collabs to Big Dreams: Birth of a Regional Brand 39:00 – Imposter Syndrome, Trust, and Saying Yes Anyway 44:00 – Why Your Driveway Is Your Trailhead ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? 🎙️ Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi 📹 Learn more ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com ================================ | |||
| What’s Breaking Our Educators — and How Do We Fix It? | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:55:58 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 219 What’s Breaking Our Educators — and How Do We Fix It? (feat. Charle Peck & Mike Sipple Jr.) Are we asking too much of our educators? In this powerful episode, Charle Peck, a licensed therapist and veteran educator, reveals the hidden trauma and systemic stress that teachers face every day — and what leaders can do about it. From “emotional debt” to real-world self-care strategies, Charle and Mike Sipple Jr. dive into the truth behind burnout, mental health, and the culture shift needed to help our schools (and teachers) thrive. If you’re a school leader, superintendent, or simply someone who cares deeply about the future of education, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss. ⸻ 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Charle Peck on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlepeck • Download: 5 Rapid Reset Strategies • Download: Rapid Reset - Breathing Guide • Join the Thriving Educator Community https://www.talentmagnet.com/thriving-educator-purchase ⸻ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ⸻ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Why Educators Are in Crisis 01:24 - Meet Charle Peck: Therapist + Educator 04:40 - What Is Emotional Debt? 08:50 - Why Teachers Are Leaving in Record Numbers 12:35 - How School Leaders Can Actually Help 15:15 - The Importance of Self-Care in Leadership 18:45 - Trauma-Informed Leadership in Schools 21:00 - Charle’s Journey: From Burnout to Healing 26:30 - What Parents and Leaders Can Do Right Now 30:40 - Hope for the Future of Education 33:55 - Charle’s Final Words to Education Leaders ⸻ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ⸻ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ⸻ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ⸻ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? 🎙️ Book a Tour Today ➡ http://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi 📹 Learn more ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| How to Build a High-Performing Team That Actually TRUSTS You | 03 Apr 2025 | 01:02:40 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 218 How to Build a High-Performing Team That Actually TRUSTS You (feat. Sweta Joshi & Mike Sipple Jr.) Sweta Joshi shares a powerful perspective on feedback, inspired by her father’s wisdom. She discusses how shifting our mindset around feedback—seeing it as a belief in our potential rather than criticism—can transform personal and professional growth. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Sweta Joshi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swetajoshi/ ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Welcome to the Unconventional Leadership Podcast 00:38 - Introducing Sweta Joshi: HR Leader at RH AeroSystems 01:50 - The Power of Asking the Right Questions in Leadership 05:30 - Why Employee Engagement is More Than Just a Buzzword 10:45 - The #1 Leadership Skill Every Manager Needs in 2025 15:20 - How to Build a High-Performing Team From Day One 22:10 - Overcoming the Biggest Challenges in Leading People 30:35 - The Mindset Shift That Transforms Good Leaders into Great Ones 40:15 - The Secret to Retaining Top Talent in Today’s Market 45:10 - Final Advice from Sweta Joshi on Leadership Success ================================ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ [https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com](https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/) | |||
| Can Getting Outside Make You a Better Leader? | 27 Mar 2025 | 01:05:03 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 217 Can Getting Outside Make You a Better Leader? (feat. Rhiannon Hoeweler & Mike Sipple Jr.) Can stepping away from your desk — and into nature — actually make you a better leader? In this episode, Rhiannon Hoeweler, VP of Strategic Impact at MadTree Brewing, shares how spending time outdoors fuels better leadership, clearer thinking, and stronger teams. We explore why MadTree prioritizes environmental stewardship, how they connect their people to purpose, and the unexpected ways nature enhances mental health, decision-making, and resilience. If you’re a CEO, HR leader, founder, or consultant wondering how to lead better — maybe the answer isn’t in the boardroom. Maybe it’s on the trails. ================================ Links and Resources: • Connect with Rhiannon Hoeweler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhiannon-hoeweler-4bb29a44/ • Learn more about MadTree Brewing: https://madtree.com • Join Impact 100 Cincinnati: https://impact100.org ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ ⏳ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Welcome and intro 00:44 - Rhiannon’s leadership journey and creating impact-driven roles 02:15 - How MadTree Brewing built a strategy for sustainability 05:48 - Turning community engagement into competitive advantage 10:53 - How hiring the right leaders fuels innovation 17:25 - Building a connected ecosystem of nonprofits and businesses 26:18 - The emotional side of leadership — navigating self-doubt and growth 38:03 - Why outdoor recreation, trails, and nature improve mental health 50:26 - Leadership, gratitude, and self-care practices that work ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr.! LinkTree: ➡️ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? 📍 Book a Tour Today: ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| We All Have Work To Do | 20 Mar 2025 | 00:55:21 | |
Season 3, Episode 216 We All Have Work To Do (feat. Tysonn Betts & Mike Sipple Jr.) What do you do when you’re leading a team that doesn’t trust you or buy into your vision? In this episode, Tysonn Betts, former Procter & Gamble executive and expert in human-centered leadership, shares the hard lessons he learned leading teams through some of the toughest seasons of his career. We discuss: • How to build trust with skeptical leaders and teams • How to influence without authority • Why relationships are the secret weapon for effective leadership • How to lead through personal and professional adversity • The mental shift all great leaders make to overcome rejection If you’re a C-suite executive, HR leader, or rising manager, this episode will help you unlock your full leadership potential. ⸻ 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Tysonn Betts: https://www.linkedin.com/in/right-brain-to-the-business/ ⸻ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ⸻ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Why leading people is harder than most leaders expect 05:15 - The emotional side of leadership no one talks about 12:45 - How to build trust with difficult team members 18:20 - The power of emotional connection in leadership 27:10 - How Tysonn led through the toughest season of his career 34:00 - Why leaders must put people first to drive business results 42:15 - Final leadership lessons from Tysonn ⸻ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr. LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ⸻ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ⸻ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ⸻ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality a DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? ➡ Book a Tour Today: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi ➡ Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Are You a Great Leader or Just Think You Are? | 13 Mar 2025 | 01:05:36 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 215 Are You a Great Leader or Just Think You Are? (feat. Don Frericks & Mike Sipple Jr.) How do you know if you’re an effective leader, or just assuming you are? In this episode, Don Frericks, leadership development expert, joins Mike Sipple Jr. to reveal the truth behind 360 leadership assessments and why most executives don’t get the feedback they need. We dive deep into: • How to leverage 360 assessments to unlock leadership potential • Why self-awareness is the secret weapon of top executives • The hidden dangers of perfectionism and how it sabotages leadership • Why most leadership teams are dysfunctional (and how to fix it) • The importance of getting “reps” as a leader—just like elite athletes If you’re in the C-suite, HR, or leadership, this episode will change how you think about self-assessment, team dynamics, and personal growth as a leader. ================================ Links and Resources: • Connect with Don Frericks: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donfrericks/ ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: • Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast • YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB • Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Introduction: Are you as effective as you think? 03:29 - The shocking truth behind leadership effectiveness 07:10 - Why 360 assessments are a game-changer for leadership growth 12:45 - The real reason most executives struggle with feedback 18:30 - Fatal flaws: The hidden leadership blind spots you must fix 27:00 - How to develop your strengths instead of obsessing over weaknesses 35:40 - Why dysfunction at the top kills company culture 42:15 - How to create a high-trust, high-performance leadership team 50:10 - Final takeaways: Steps to becoming an extraordinary leader ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr. • LinkTree: https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up, share your message, and build true fans while establishing your authority. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? • Book a Tour Today: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi • Learn more about Cincinnati Podcast Studio: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Why Do Most Leaders Fail at Change Management? | 06 Mar 2025 | 01:09:25 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz ➡️ https://www.t.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 214 Why Do Most Leaders Fail at Change Management? (feat. Dr. Leighann Rechtin & Mike Sipple Jr.) Change is inevitable, but why do so many leaders struggle to manage it effectively? In this episode, Dr. Leighann Rechtin joins Mike Sipple Jr. to explore the biggest challenges in change management, leadership agility, and psychological safety. We break down how to lead teams through uncertainty, build resilience, and avoid burnout—while keeping trust and emotional intelligence at the core of leadership. You’ll learn: - Why most change initiatives fail (and how to fix it) - The role of psychological safety in leadership - How to build trust and credibility in your team _ Why feedback & self-awareness are critical for leaders - The secret to developing agile, adaptable leadership skills If you’re a leader, executive, or HR professional looking to master change management, this episode is for you! 🎙️🚀 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Dr. Leighann Rechtin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighann-rechtin-edd-09b80945/ ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Welcome & Introduction 02:07 - The biggest challenge leaders face with change 05:12 - Why emotional intelligence is key to leadership success 10:45 - The importance of psychological safety in organizations 17:30 - How to create a culture of trust and feedback 25:15 - Common leadership mistakes during change management 33:42 - Strategies to build resilience & avoid burnout 41:10 - How great leaders develop agility and adaptability 49:05 - Final takeaways & leadership advice ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr.! ➡️ LinkTree: https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ *Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Want to launch your own professional podcast without the hassle? Cincinnati Podcast Studio helps you record high-quality audio and video while handling the editing—so you can focus on your message and grow your audience. ➡️ Book a Tour Today ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi ➡️ Learn more ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Is This the Secret to Unlocking Your Full Potential? | 27 Feb 2025 | 01:01:54 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz ➡️ https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 213 Is This the Secret to Unlocking Your Full Potential? (feat. Dr. Megan Leasher & Mike Sipple Jr.) What’s holding you back from reaching your full potential? In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Mike Sipple Jr. sits down with Dr. Megan Leasher, esteemed faculty member at the Talent Magnet Institute, to explore the power of coaching, confidence-building, and unlocking human potential. Dr. Leasher shares groundbreaking insights on leadership development, organizational impact, and the importance of measuring success beyond the numbers. Whether you’re an emerging leader, a seasoned executive, or someone looking to break through personal barriers, this episode will equip you with actionable strategies to take the next step in your career and life. Key topics include: - The real obstacles preventing leadership growth - How coaching can transform both personal and professional lives - The impact of AI on leadership and talent development - Why organizations should invest in their people for long-term success 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with Dr. Megan Leasher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganleasher/ - Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Introduction to Dr. Megan Leasher & the power of coaching 02:30 - What holds leaders back from achieving their full potential? 07:15 - The role of confidence in leadership success 15:45 - How coaching unlocks personal and professional growth 23:10 - The Talent Magnet Institute’s unique approach to leadership development 31:45 - Measuring success: How data can drive organizational impact 42:00 - The surprising power of micro-affirmations 50:15 - How AI is transforming leadership and talent development 55:30 - Final takeaways: Why investing in people leads to long-term success ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr.! ➡️ LinkTree: https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality, DIY video podcasts is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up, share your message, and build a loyal audience while establishing your authority. 🎙️ Want to start your own podcast in Greater Cincinnati? ➡️ Book a Tour Today: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi ➡️ Learn More: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Lead with Resilience—Turning Hardship into Impact | 20 Feb 2025 | 00:56:07 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz ➡️ https://www.t.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 212 Lead with Resilience—Turning Hardship into Impact (feat. Rosemary Oglesby-Henry & Mike Sipple Jr.) What happens when society turns its back on teen parents instead of lifting them up? In this episode, we sit down with Rosemary Oglesby-Henry, the founder and CEO of Rosemary’s Babies Company and the visionary behind The Holloway House. Rosemary shares her incredible journey from being a fourth-generation teen mom to leading a movement that empowers young parents. We dive deep into breaking generational cycles, the stigma around teen pregnancy, and the leadership lessons she’s learned along the way. Plus, hear how she overcame public scrutiny, learned to ask for help, and turned her vision into reality. 🔹 How do we shift from judgment to support? 🔹 Why is housing for teen parents almost nonexistent? 🔹 What leadership principles help young parents thrive? This is a must-listen for leaders, changemakers, and anyone passionate about breaking cycles and creating impact. 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Rosemary Oglesby-Henry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mylegacymatters/ • Learn more about Rosemary's Babies Company: https://www.rosemarysbabies.co ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 - The shocking reality of being a teen mom 04:30 - How Rosemary turned her struggles into a mission 10:15 - Why society fails young parents (and how we can change it) 18:40 - Leadership lessons from overcoming public scrutiny 25:50 - What is The Holloway House? (And why it’s groundbreaking) 35:00 - The power of faith, resilience, and asking for help 45:20 - How leaders can truly support young parents 52:10 - What’s next for Rosemary’s Babies & The Holloway House ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr.! ➡️ LinkTree: https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality, DIY video podcasts is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up, share your message, and build a loyal audience while establishing your authority. 🎙️ Want to start your own podcast in Greater Cincinnati? ➡️ Book a Tour Today: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi ➡️ Learn More: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Is Leadership Changing Forever? How to Build Trust & Lead Effectively | 13 Feb 2025 | 01:03:26 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 211 “Is Leadership Changing Forever? How to Build Trust & Lead Effectively” (feat. Melissa Stier & Mike Sipple Jr.) The workplace is evolving—are you leading in a way that builds trust, engagement, and resilience? In this episode, Melissa Stier joins Mike Sipple Jr. to discuss the biggest leadership shifts happening right now and what CEOs, COOs, and HR leaders must do to stay ahead. We explore: ✅ The new role of HR in leadership—why it’s more than just policies ✅ How to build trust in a workplace that’s lost connection ✅ The #1 question leaders should be asking their teams ✅ Why employees are disengaged—and how to turn it around ✅ The future of leadership: control vs. influence If you’re leading people, this conversation is a must-watch! 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Melissa Stier: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-stier-shrm-cp-bb5b2542/ • Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz ================================ Subscribe & Listen to More Content Here: 🎧 Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast 🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB&si=kNYYFJF_bt5ldPtv 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Introduction: The workplace is changing—are you ready? 02:15 - The biggest leadership challenges in 2024 06:42 - Why trust is the foundation of high-performing teams 10:25 - The leadership mindset shift every CEO needs 14:48 - HR’s new role: From policy enforcers to culture architects 19:07 - Why employees feel disconnected—and how leaders can fix it 25:33 - The power of listening: How great leaders unlock potential 30:55 - The future of leadership: Influence over authority 38:12 - Final takeaways: How to thrive as a leader in today’s world ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple Jr.! 🌎 LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr 💼 LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! 📺 YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute 💼 LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: 💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies podcast production so you can focus on your message while we handle the rest. 📍 Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and want to start your own podcast? 📅 Book a Tour Today ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi 🎤 Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Is Leadership Harder Than Ever? How to Lead, Inspire, and Build High-Performing Teams | 06 Feb 2025 | 00:56:41 | |
Is Leadership Harder Than Ever? How to Lead, Inspire, and Build High-Performing Teams (feat. Becky Scheeler & Mike Sipple Jr.) Why is leadership so challenging today? In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Mike Sipple Jr. sits down with Becky Scheeler, EVP of Client Engagement at Centennial, to uncover the biggest leadership challenges facing executives and how to navigate them successfully. We dive deep into: ✅ How to balance business results with people leadership ✅ Why bad leadership days can have lasting consequences ✅ The power of trust, vulnerability, and authenticity in leadership ✅ How to connect with your team and create a culture of engagement ✅ What separates high-performing leaders from the rest If you’re a C-suite executive, senior leader, or high-level director looking to sharpen your leadership skills and build a thriving team, this episode is for you! 🔗 Links and Resources: • Connect with Becky Scheeler: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckyscheeler/ • Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz ================================ Subscribe & Listen to More Content Here: 🎧 Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast 🎥 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB&si=2VH7t8z3KpIz1lpA 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 🎵 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C?si=pLSN3-cOScKinojh68xxOA ================================ 00:00 - Leadership is hard: Why it matters more than ever 02:06 - The biggest challenges leaders face today 05:08 - Why bad leadership moments can cost you big 10:15 - The “Human-Business-Human” leadership approach 15:30 - How to rebuild trust and course-correct as a leader 20:42 - The #1 skill leaders need to master in today’s workplace 30:11 - Creating a high-performing team culture 40:25 - Why emotional intelligence is a game-changer for executives 45:10 - The secret to employee retention that most leaders ignore ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple Jr.! 🌎 LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr 💼 LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! 📺 YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute 💼 LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: 💼 https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies podcast production so you can focus on your message while we handle the rest. 📍 Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and want to start your own podcast? 📅 Book a Tour Today ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi 🎤 Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com ================================ | |||
| Can Simple Strategies Lead a $4 Billion Business? | 30 Jan 2025 | 01:04:48 | |
Season 3, Episode 209 Can Simple Strategies Lead a $4 Billion Business? (feat. James Biro & Mike Sipple Jr.) What does it take to lead a $4 billion global operation across 143 countries? In this episode, James Biro shares his extraordinary leadership journey, offering unconventional strategies to build trust, align teams, and operationalize success. From professional kitchens to the corporate boardroom, James reveals his secrets to balancing vision and execution, empowering leaders at every level. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Connect with James Biro: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-biro-683b901/ ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute/ ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C?si=pLSN3-cOScKinojh68xxOA ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 - Introduction and welcome to James Biro 01:16 - The importance of annual team re-onboarding 03:12 - Lessons from leading billion-dollar global operations 08:06 - The rocket analogy: Vision, energy, and trust 14:12 - Cascading strategy to every level of an organization 23:15 - What professional kitchens teach about business success 35:26 - The leader’s role in managing energy and presence 48:10 - Empowering teams and unlocking their potential 54:22 - Why leading people matters more than leading businesses ================================ Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr.! ➡️ LinkTree: https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute ➡️ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡️ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating high-quality DIY video podcasts is complicated. The Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production, so you can just show up, share your message, and create true fans while establishing your authority and building trust. ➡️ Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Book a Tour Today ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Cards for Culture & Doing Something About the Burnout Spectrum | 23 Jan 2025 | 00:52:13 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 208 Cards for Culture & Doing Something About the Burnout Spectrum (feat. Melanie Booher & Mike Sipple Jr.) In this episode of The Unconventional Leadership Podcast, we dive deep into the transformative power of workplace culture with Melanie Booher. Are you creating an environment where your team thrives, or are unseen barriers holding them back? We explore strategies to: - Build intentional cultures that drive success. - Overcome burnout and isolation in leadership. - Unlock the untapped potential within your team. Plus, hear about the groundbreaking "Cards for Culture" game that helps teams align their values and behaviors for lasting impact. Whether you're a leader, HR professional, or someone passionate about creating better workplaces, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss. 🔗 Links and Resources: - Take the Self-Care Quiz: https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz - Learn more about Cards for Culture: https://www.cardsforculturegame.com - Connect with Melanie Booher: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-booher/ ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute/ ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C?si=pLSN3-cOScKinojh68xxOA ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:03:44 – Defining culture in the workplace 00:06:15 – Importance of intentionality in culture building 00:07:12 – The transformative power of "Cards for Culture" 00:10:03 – Creating a safe environment for debate 00:13:02 – Unlocking human potential with intentionality 00:35:00 – Isolation and burnout in leadership roles 00:37:11 – The value of mastermind groups 00:52:00 – Why being intentional isn’t unconventional ================================ Connect with the Melanie Booher! LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-booher/ ================================ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ 🌐 https://www.talentmagnet.com ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up, share your message, and build true fans while establishing your authority. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? • Book a Tour Today: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi • Learn more about Cincinnati Podcast Studio: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Overcoming Fear with Visionary Leadership: Lessons for Life and Community | 16 Jan 2025 | 00:58:05 | |
Season 3, Episode 207 Overcoming Fear with Visionary Leadership: Lessons for Life and Community (w/Mike Sipple Jr. and Nancy Grayson) In this episode, we uncover the incredible leadership journey of Nancy Grayson, President and CEO of Horizon Community Foundation. Nancy shares her powerful insights on overcoming fear, building confidence, and leading groundbreaking initiatives in Northern Kentucky. From creating community foundations to championing outdoor spaces and mental health initiatives, Nancy’s stories inspire action and highlight the importance of connections, sponsorship, and self-awareness. Join us to learn how to embrace discomfort, foster collaboration, and create meaningful impact in your community and career. LINKS Amy Sipple Giving Fund https://horizonfunds.org/fund/amy-sipple-giving-fund/ https://horizoncfnky.org/ ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute/ ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C?si=pLSN3-cOScKinojh68xxOA ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 – Overcoming fear and building confidence as a leader 08:00 - Creating a personal board of advisors for growth 15:30 - The power of connections and community impact 22:00 - Outdoor initiatives: Trails, conservation, and livability 30:15 - Sponsorship vs. mentorship: How to find your advocate 38:00 - Inspiring future leaders and building a personal brand 45:45 - Making philanthropy accessible through community funds 52:30 - Story of the Amy Sipple Giving Fund and its mission ================================ Connect with the Nancy Grayson! LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-grayson-6242534/ ================================ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ 🌐 https://www.talentmagnet.com ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up, share your message, and build true fans while establishing your authority. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? • Book a Tour Today: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi • Learn more about Cincinnati Podcast Studio: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Unconventional Leadership is About Unlocking Human Potential | 10 Jan 2025 | 01:00:09 | |
Take the FREE Self-Care Inventory Quiz https://www.talentmagnet.com/quiz Season 3, Episode 206 Unconventional Leadership is About Unlocking Human Potential (feat. Mike Sipple Jr. & Jordan Huizenga) In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, we explore how vulnerability, self-care, and authentic conversations can transform organizations and inspire teams to reach their full potential. Mike Sipple Jr and Jordan Huizenga discuss the power of holistic leadership, the evolving workplace post-COVID, and how leading with intention creates lasting impact. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, this episode is packed with insights to help you unlock greatness within yourself and those you lead. ================================ Subscribe & Listen to more content here: ➡️ Web: https://www.talentmagnet.com/podcast ➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute/ ➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047 ➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C?si=pLSN3-cOScKinojh68xxOA ================================ TIMECODES: 00:00 – Intro 02:22 – The origin of the podcast and its mission to inspire transformation through authentic conversations. 18:10 – Why vulnerability and personal growth are essential to leadership. 24:08 – The critical role of leaders in creating meaningful purpose and passion in work. 45:50 – Self-care is a cornerstone for showing up as your best self in leadership and life. 58:00 – How unconventional leadership inspires teams and achieves profound impact. ================================ Connect with the Mike Sipple, Jr! LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr ================================ Connect with the Jordan Huizenga! LinkedIn: ➡ linkedin.com/in/jordanhuizenga ================================ Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute! YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute ================================ Connect with the Centennial on LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc ================================ 🌐 https://www.talentmagnet.com ================================ Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up, share your message, and build true fans while establishing your authority. Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? • Book a Tour Today: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/tmi • Learn more about Cincinnati Podcast Studio: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com | |||
| Taking on Leadership Challenges with Deb Coviello | 28 Jun 2023 | 00:39:04 | |
Tune in to today's episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast as host, Mike Sipple Jr., visits with Deb Coviello, a trusted partner to C-Suite leaders with 30 years of experience in helping clients identify, assess and solve issues preventing their businesses from growth. Their discussion weaves between the biggest issues facing CEOs in today's culture to helping teams deal with conflict. If you are a leader in today's culture their conversation will cover a topic that is relevant to you.
Main Points from the Episode:
Main struggles facing CEOs today
Feedback is freeing not fearful
Viewing conflict as an opportunity
The impact of failing to develop people
Quotes from the episode:
The ultimate goal is peace of mind not only for them as business owners, or C-suite leaders, but for their customers as well, and focus a little bit less on the results.
If you're not in a culture where people are freely giving you feedback, we as an individual need to know how to solicit feedback in a way that is positive and actionable.
When giving feedback, the framework is what should one continue? What should start? And what should they change?
A little bit of the framework is to find common ground to slow things down, seek to understand the gap from a place of curiosity, and agree what the gap is, and then each take action moving forward.
Resources:
Mike Sipple Jr. "People Fusion: Best Practices to Build and Retain a Strong Team" (with contributions from various other authors)
Deb Coviello "The CEO's Compass: Your Guide to Get Back on Track"
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| Learning to Listen with Heather Younger | 21 Jun 2023 | 00:32:45 | |
How often do you stop to truly listen to the people around you? Everyone wants to be heard. Too often frustration and resentment build within a company because no one feels like they are being listened to. Join Mike Sipple Jr. and Heather Younger as they dive into a conversation about what true listening looks like and how it can impact the culture of your workplace.
Main Points From the Episode:
Create a culture of listening.
The end result of listening is that people are heard, valued, and understood.
Listening is for everyone, leaders and employees alike.
Quotes from the Episode:
The activation part is the thing that happens after you seek, or after you lean in, or after you do the thing that was fully encapsulating and listening.
You build trust via listening, but you have to have trust to get to the truth of your listening.
Are people comfortable enough to openly tell us their whole truth?
It's super important to set expectations right up front. You may not be able to act on any or all of the things, but you do have an intent to do the work.
The act of listening is a tennis match where one person is kind of delivering back and forth, and you're always interacting. It's a two-way street.
Resources:
Mike Sipple Jr. "People Fusion: Best Practices to Build and Retain a Strong Team" (with contributions from various other authors)
Heather Younger "The Art of Caring Leadership"
Heather Younger "The Art of Active Listening"
Heather Younger "The Seven Intuitive Laws of Employee Loyalty"
Stephen Covey "The Speed of Trust"
Stephen Covey "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People"
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| Philosophy for the Modern Leader with Paul LaLonde | 14 Jun 2023 | 00:39:59 | |
Philosophy isn't just meant for old guys with white beards living in ivory towers. Philosophy has a place in today's world and in today's company culture. Paul LaLonde, VP of People and Culture of CETA of Cook County, joins Mike Sipple Jr. for a conversation about what philosophy is and how to integrate it into the workplace. Philosophy has you look at yourself and helps you determine how to live better. Who wouldn't benefit from implementing that practice in their life both personally and professionally? Tune in as they take a closer look at philosophy, conflict resolution, and more!
Main Points From the Episode:
The place philosophy has in the modern workplace
The cyclical nature of life
The importance of conflict as an opportunity
Quotes from the Episode:
True philosophy to me, and to a lot of the philosophers that I study, is meant for the real world. It's meant for the real individual. To be a philosopher means to look at yourself every day and try and live a better life, and live by values that you espouse to make the world a better place.
You're not going to become a great leader overnight. It's something you need to work on daily. It's something you need to work on minute by minute, hour by hour, opportunity by opportunity.
Communication is key. So all problems and I thoroughly believe this in personal life, but also business, I would say almost all, if not all, problems arise from miscommunication, poor communication, or lack thereof.
We can't be afraid of failure because it's the greatest teacher that anybody is ever going to have.
Resources:
Mike Sipple Jr. "People Fusion: Best Practices to Build and Retain a Strong Team" (with contributions from various other authors)
Matthew Desmond "Poverty by America"
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| Maintaining a Growth Mindset with Danielle McCombs | 07 Jun 2023 | 00:37:54 | |
When do we stop growing? Sure we stop growing physically at some point, but maintaining a growth mindset is vital to our success both professionally and personally. You have to believe that you are able to learn new things, tackle new tasks, and take on new responsibilities. No one knows the importance of maintaining a growth mindset more than Danielle McCombs, our guest on this week's episode of The Unconventional Leadership Podcast. Tune in to learn more about growth mindset and how to apply it to all areas of your life!
Main Points from the Episode:
Growth happens best when you understand your learning style
Growth leads to opportunities
Growth mindset is for everyone
Be curious and ask questions
Quotes from the Episode:
The best way to define growth mindset is your belief in your ability to learn, not your ability in playing the saxophone, or your ability in algebra, but your ability to learn those things.
There are also places where you can have a fixed mindset in some things and a growth mindset in others. It's not an either-or.
We want to build up individuals who think intentionally about themselves and those around them, both professionally and personally.
So much of what you do is helping give people the confidence and the voice to own who they are. Building that confidence and being willing to be bold in whatever your past says, this might be part of your past, but it doesn't define your future.
Resources from the Episode:
Mike Sipple Jr. "People Fusion: Best Practices to Build and Retain a Strong Team" (with contributions from various other authors)
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| Building a Thriving Company Culture with Melanie Booher | 31 May 2023 | 00:36:04 | |
The culture of a company or business is vital to an employee's experience. But many organizations spend little or no time developing a healthy culture. Join Melanie Booher, president of Influence Network Media, and Mike Sipple Jr. as they talk through how to build a culture within a company, and how enhancing an employee's day-to-day can affect the bottom line. Culture is about all the little experiences people have within a business, so no element is too small to discuss! If you are a leader within an organization, this is a must-listen episode!
Main Points from the Episode:
Culture drives the bottom line of a company
Culture is about hundreds of micro experiences within a company
People stay with a company based on the level of care they are given
Quotes from the Episode:
They either are repelled by your culture or they're attracted by it.
The way you show up for them is what they're going to remember most.
They may come for your values and mission, but they're going to stay based on how you treat them and how you make them feel.
Resources from the Episode:
Mike Sipple Jr. "People Fusion: Best Practices to Build and Retain a Strong Team" (with contributions from various other authors)
Melanie Booher "Conscious Culture"
Catherine Ryan Hyde "Pay It Forward"
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