In today's episode, guest host Hussein Al-Baiaty engages Greg in a compelling conversation about Greg’s latest book, Coaching for (A) Change: How to Engage, Empower, and Activate People.

Hussein, a successful entrepreneur and author, shares personal anecdotes that highlight the power of trust and mentorship in leadership. Together, they explore the evolving importance of human skills in leadership and how Greg's coaching methods can transform team dynamics.

Expect valuable insights on maintaining trust, fostering engagement, and the impact of effective coaching in modern workplaces. Join us and discover actionable strategies to elevate your leadership game!

Show Highlights:

• Hear Hussein Al-Baiaty’s incredible story of resilience. [00:01:18]
• The power of shifting from command-and-control to servant leadership. [00:09:01]
• Learn Steve Shipley’s secret of true mentorship. [00:12:59]
• Discover the game-changing GR8 Framework. [00:18:50]
• Explore the cornerstone role of trust in organizations. [00:26:01]
• The importance of walking the talk as a leader. [00:29:49]
• Why human skills matter in the work culture of the AI age. [00:33:38]
• Unlock key takeaways from Greg’s new book, Coaching for (A) Change. [00:38:03]
• Hussein Al-Baiaty’s growth through Greg’s exceptional coaching. [00:41:04]

In today's episode, Greg brings together four top executive coaches—Dave Dresden, Sina Johnson, Kristina Mangelsdorf, and Alex Patient—to explore how leaders can shift from merely managing to truly coaching their teams.

These experts are integral to Ultra Leadership's "Be a Great Coach" program, designed to help leaders shift from managing to coaching, thereby unlocking their team's full potential. They'll share real-life stories and actionable insights on overcoming leadership hurdles, like providing effective feedback and fostering an environment of trust.

Get ready to hear about the surprising impact of coaching on team empowerment and productivity. This conversation is packed with practical advice that you won't want to miss, setting your leadership journey onto a path of meaningful change.

Show Highlights:

• Discover five challenges reported by people managers worldwide. [00:04:23]
• How adopting a coaching mindset transforms organizations. [00:08:16]
• Insights on strategic micro vs. macro coaching. [00:12:07]
• The power of an emotionally intelligent feedback culture. [00:16:07]
• Why you should be genuinely curious as a coach. [00:23:22]
• Tips to enrich coaching with intuitive observations. [00:27:48]
• What an employee hears when you say, “I trust you.” [00:30:53]
• How should you transition from manager to coach? [00:35:16]
• What is the actual role of coaching in driving change? [00:39:46]
• How to contact these coaches or the “Be a Great Coach” program. [00:43:29]

In today’s episode, Greg sits down with Kevin "Houda" McDonald, VP and chief running officer at TransRockies Events. Hear how Kevin's unique approach to leadership through hands-on volunteering has built a thriving, inclusive trail-running community.

Discover the impactful stories from the TransRockies Run, where personal resilience meets collective camaraderie. Whether you're a trail runner, an aspiring leader, or someone intrigued by powerful team dynamics, you won't want to miss this episode filled with valuable insights and unforgettable experiences.

Tune in and be inspired!

Show Highlights:

• Discover how a trail run defined this podcast’s theme. [00:03:37]
• How to masterfully empower voluntary leaders. [00:08:40]
• Who cleans the porta-potties at your hypothetical camp? [00:09:44]
• Insights on enriching engagement with the human-interest element. [00:10:50]
• The power of small touchpoints to transform events. [00:15:15]
• Learn about leadership through transparency. [00:17:58]
• Why family-like teams perform better under stress. [00:20:29]
• Tips to build a rewarding community-minded event culture. [00:23:19]

In today's episode of the Ultra Leadership podcast, Greg chats with Aarthi Murali, an award-winning customer experience executive known for her impressive work in the financial sector and at Holman. Aarthi shares her insights on the power of aligning your mission with customer and employee perspectives, and why brand perception is crucial for loyalty and retention.

Discover her strategies for leading organizational change, the importance of clear communication, and the role of servant leadership in fostering team inclusivity. She also offers her personal mantra, "Be bold, be brave," and discusses how gratitude can transform leadership.

This episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring reflections. Tune in for a conversation that will elevate your perspective on leadership.

Show Highlights:

• The role of CX leadership in driving transformations. [00:03:55]
• Key human-centric starters in leading change in CX. [00:08:05]
• How a servant leader makes change collaborative. [00:12:56]
• Change leadership vs. change management. [00:15:29]
• What globally elevates teams to high performance? [00:18:15]
• The “Be bold, be brave” mantra for early-career leaders. [00:21:45]
• Discover this incredible Friday gratitude practice. [00:25:23]

In this episode, we’re joined by Tiffany Clark, the global head of people solutions & wellbeing for S&P Global.

Tiffany shares her fascinating journey from being a comfortable individual contributor to leading a team of over 170 professionals worldwide. Learn how she discovered leadership traits she didn’t know she had and her advice for being intentional about career growth.

Whether you're aiming for a promotion or simply seeking to hone your skills, Tiffany provides valuable insights and actionable tips. Don’t miss this engaging conversation packed with wisdom from a true leader in the field!

Show Highlights:

• What does it take to become an accidental leader? [00:02:12]
• Guidance for intentional career management. [00:07:32]
• Why you must differentiate growth from promotion. [00:08:28]
• Time-based tips to help employees map their careers. [00:10:48]
• What if archetypes don’t suit career non-negotiables? [00:14:26]
• How to proactively let rejection lead to discovery. [00:17:23]
• The art of daily intentionality with career journaling. [00:19:56]
• The power of treating your career as a relationship. [00:22:42]

Get ready for an insightful episode as we welcome Howard Shaw, VCTO of SHI's Integrated Data Center Solutions division. Howard will share his unique experiences in IT and engineering, including his shift from waterfall to Agile methodologies.

Learn how he inspires his team to embrace change and fosters a culture of continuous improvement. Plus, hear about his personal growth habits and what keeps him passionate about leadership.

Tune in for practical strategies and engaging stories that will elevate your leadership journey!

Show Highlights:

• The key transformation needed to adopt Agile. [00:05:26]
• Leadership buy-in importance in the Agile challenge. [00:09:57]
• How to foster a safe growth culture for employees. [00:12:35]
• Discover strategies for leadership improvement. [00:15:08]
• Top leadership learning resources recommended. [00:16:48]
• The power of two personal traits to fuel progress. [00:19:31]

In this episode of the Ultra Leadership Podcast, host Greg Giuliano sits down with Alice Yoo LeClair, the dynamic head of talent, culture, and performance at Ascendion.

Alice shares her expertise on investing in top talent, fostering a culture of empathy, and navigating the complexities of organizational change. Learn how she keeps her team aligned with their mission to impact 1 billion lives through technology, and why she believes in the new, accessible model of mentorship.

Whether you’re a seasoned leader or new to the role, you won’t want to miss this insightful conversation filled with practical advice and inspiring stories!

Show Highlights:

• Discover who your contributors of value are. [00:03:43]
• Tips to help teams coexist with disruptive change. [00:07:04]
• Four core people values to enrich corporate goals. [00:12:25]
• Practical advice for fact-based people leadership. [00:13:34]
• How to pivot digital and informal mentorship access. [00:16:34]
• The power of relatability to unlock true connections. [00:21:24]

In this episode of the Ultra Leadership Podcast, host Greg Giuliano welcomes David Anthony Allan-Matheson, a dynamic leader at Lockton and lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve.

David shares his unique approach to leadership, inspired by lessons from Japanese animation and a relentless pursuit of personal growth. Learn how his motto, "Lead change and make a difference," shapes his interactions and drives team success. Discover the power of empathy, continuous improvement, and fostering trust in any organization.

This is an episode packed with actionable insights and inspiring stories you won't want to miss!

Show Highlights:

• The power of self-forgiveness and failure résumés. [00:02:51]
• Discover surprising leadership lessons from anime. [00:04:23]
• Learn deep concepts of healthy social comparison. [00:06:53]
• How to develop this primary factor in leading change. [00:09:19]
• Explore the butterfly effect of positive interactions. [00:15:19]
• Gain key mottos for optimizing legacy-building time. [00:20:26]
• The art of creating exponential “2 + 2 = 5” growth. [00:23:19]