She's been a Pastor, a Vice-President and President of a College and now is the Assistant to the Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America for Executive Administration. Her name? Louise Johnson. From my first meeting with Louise

195 - Altered Stories with Mischelle Saunders-Gottsch

Jul 27th, 2021 42m 1s

Stories are the cornerstone of civilization. They are how we transmit norms and learn how to get along. They are also how we can heal. There are few things as meaningful or therapeutic as sharing one's story. On this episode I get to share i

194 - Listening is Love with Pastor Matt Short

Jul 2nd, 2021 44m 11s

This past year has required everyone in church to learn how to pivot...especially leadership. In this interview with Pastor Matt Short, we talk about success stories that he's seen and what you can do in the next year to continue to show God's

193 - Transformation? It Starts With You! with Jessica Ruggieri

Jun 9th, 2021 50m 25s

Was this year a reset or a regress? Regardless, it's never too late to start a new path. On this episode, I talk with coach Jess Ruggieri. This woman has got the goods! One (of many) things I took from our time together is how dedication and

192 - Tame Your Imposter Monster with Kelli Thompson

May 11th, 2021 44m 37s

Have you ever been there? Standing in front of a room and absolutely sure that the people you are briefing are going to figure out that you aren't qualified? STOP IT! YOU ARE! On this episode, I had the great pleasure to talk with Kelli Thom

191 - "The Conflict Resolution Playbook" with Jeremy Pollack

Apr 16th, 2021 48m 42s

Have you got some conflict at work that needs tending to? Then get out your pen, paper and get ready to take some notes from the man who has got a plan! On this episode I had the great pleasure of talking with Jeremy Pollack. Jeremy has been

190 - Leading With Authenticity In a Pandemic With Roger Wolkoff

Feb 22nd, 2021 51m 53s

I had a VERY fun and informative conversation with this episode's guest, Roger Wolkoff (Mr. Authenticity). Roger deserves this tag because he is, truly, one of the most genuine people you'll ever talk to (or listen to)! We hit on all things au

189 - Lead With Confidence! with Johanna Walker

Feb 3rd, 2021 43m 54s

Stories are the cornerstone of civilization. They are how we transmit norms, teach and let others know they are not alone. However, sharing YOUR story can sometimes seem daunting...even impossible if you're worried about sharing too much. Bu

188 - The AWE Factor with Allen Klein

Jan 26th, 2021 41m 38s

If you're like me, you've had those experiences in your life where you were sure that something BIGGER was happening but it was difficult to wrap your head around it. Those are the moments were AWE was a factor...it took your breath away...it

187 - Stress Proof Your Life with Eliz Greene

Jan 21st, 2021 50m 20s

Are politics, pandemic and the general overwhelm of life stressing you the heck out? Have no fear! On this episode of Leadership Happy Hour I talk with my very good friend, Eliz Greene, about her new book, Stress Proof Your Life! What makes

186 - Two Sailors Walk Into a Bar with Doug Ward

Jan 6th, 2021 44m 4s

Last year, my hard drive crashed and I thought this interview was lost but....I FOUND IT! Lots of great information with my shipmate, Doug Ward. More on Doug... Douglas Ward is a retired military veteran with 24 years of distinguished service.

185 - Keeping it Human with Kathy Klotz-Guest

Dec 22nd, 2020 49m 43s

2021 will be awesome if....you know how to maneuver quickly and have a team that can do it with you. This isn't a chance encounter....it is the result of building a team whose cornerstone is TRUST! On this episode, I talk with innovation exper

184 - Stress Free Leadership with Rhonda WIlliams

Dec 4th, 2020 46m 36s

Have you been a little stressed as of late? You're in luck! On this episode I talk with expert Rhonda Williams on how you can stress less and lead better. You'll like it...she's got the goods! More on Rhonda... Rhonda Y. Williams is a mas

183 - Play is the Name of the Game For Success with Jeff Harry

Nov 27th, 2020 44m 34s

Looking to change the game plan for 2021? If you want to succeed, then you have to listen to this episode's guest Jeff Harry. He's got the goods! More on Jeff: Jeff Harry shows individuals and companies how to tap into their true selves, to f

182 - Leadership and Innovation in the Church! With Dr. Terri Elton

Sep 11th, 2020 52m 12s

Whew! I know this is the first episode up in a few months but I've been busy! I've started my own new leadership journey in seminary and, as a result, I'll be publishing about once a month (versus every week). On the plus side, this journey

181 - Work Well Play More! With Marcey Rader

Jun 26th, 2020 39m 4s

I like to work AND I also like to play. Given a choice between the two I'll usually pick the latter. But.....what if we could do both simultaneously? That's what we're talking on this episode with expert Marcey Rader! Check it out! More on

180 - Millionaire Leadership With Dane Maxwell

Jun 26th, 2020 49m 19s

Get strapped in! We're talking million dollar ideas and leadership on this episode with Dane Maxwell! Don't miss a minute! A little on Dane.... He almost didn't think there was a place for him to belong anywhere, but business saved his life a

179 - Master The Craft! With Dave McKeown

Jun 20th, 2020 37m 57s

Leading is NOT all cotton candy and lollipops. Anyone that has led will tell you that. It takes skill to move the team towards the goal....it takes a master craftsman! On this episode I talk to the master craftsman, Dave McKeown, about how

178 - Be a Force of Badassery! With Laura Khalil

Jun 20th, 2020 48m 51s

Looking for the tools to make a mark? Check out this episode where I get to talk "Badassery" with Laura Khalil! Laura Khalil is on a mission to teach business professions how to embrace their inner badass. Laura is a master storyteller, award-

177 - Forget Your Leadership Style With Greg Thomas

May 18th, 2020 52m 30s

"Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality." -Warren G. Bennis How are things in your state? Are you running the streets (like Mel Gibson in Braveheart) screaming, "FREEDOM!"? That's kind of been the feel here where I live..

176 - Strategic Overhaulin' and Innovation With John Ferris

May 11th, 2020 50m 50s

“However beautiful the strategy, you should occasionally look at the results.” —Sir Winston Churchill I did it....after two months of not going to the gym and eating like there's a pandemic going on, I stepped on the scale. I'd like to say i

175 - Different Times Require a Different Culture With Shane Metcalf

May 6th, 2020 55m 50s

"We can change culture if we change behavior." - Dr. Aubrey Daniels Different isn't bad or good....it's just different. None of us like change but it's our attitude that makes the difference in our ability to get the job done. We're all livin

174 - People Are a Part of The Strategy With Kim Bohr

Apr 29th, 2020 51m 22s

"There is nothing so useless as doing efficiently that which should not be done at all." - Peter Drucker I need a shave and a haircut. I can do the shave myself but have decided to not shave until this is all over. I call my new look "The Urb

173 - Managing Your Time in Times Like These With Paul Casey

Apr 27th, 2020 48m 16s

"Time is a created thing. To say 'I don’t have time' is to say 'I don’t want to.'" - Lao Tzu April has been the longest five years of my life. Last week I actually (for the first time in my adult life) lost track of what day of the week it wa

172 - The Success Mindset With Dr. Ryan Gottfredson

Apr 21st, 2020 55m 56s

"It's your attitude, not your aptitude...that will determine your altitude!" - Zig Ziglar How are you holding up? For me, life isn't all that different. If I'm not on the road speaking, I rarely leave my office. Even so, the fact that I can'