Among tasks and teams, leaders have an overall essential balance that must be maintained and that balance comes in the form of relationships vs. results. How can leaders achieve this balance? Crumbl Cookies COO, Graciela Chadwick, shares from her extensive [...]
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes “from the vault”! Get into the attitude of gratitude with hosts, Brandon Smith and Randy Hain as we examine RAPKG: Random Acts of Praise, Kindness and Gratitude. Listen [...]
We’re excited to welcome former The Home Depot, Chairman and CEO, Frank Blake, on this episode of the podcast. Frank reminds us: As CEO - you’re at the bottom and not at the top. Listen to this insightful conversation as [...]
There's a lot happening around the world and tensions are high. In this "Leadership Challenges" episode, Brandon addresses the key components of effective communication and highlights what leaders should be mindful of when navigating emotions and driving focus in their [...]
In part two of our Leadership Challenges podcast episode, co-host Brandon Smith tackles two more pressing issues submitted by our listeners and other executives. You'll hear how to deal with a narcissistic boss and ways to implement the “Author vs. Editor” [...]
Leocadia Zak is President of Agnes Scott College, a college ranked #1 in innovation for six consecutive years. In this edition of the podcast, co-host Brandon Smith talks with President Zak about the importance of relationships and how to [...]
On this special edition of the show, co-founder and podcast co-host, Brandon Smith, tackles challenges to questions received from listeners and fellow executives. What are the greatest leadership challenges you’re facing as we make our way to the end of [...]
We’re excited to welcome back author, Sam Horn, on today’s Leadership Foundry Podcast. She and co-host, Brandon Smith, discuss quips from her new book, “Talking on Eggshells.” It’s a great discussion for leaders looking to inspire their teams! 2:00 Meet Sam [...]
Our founders are back together on this week’s podcast episode to discuss a topic we see many leaders struggling with today: personal brand. What does executive presence look like? What are the steps to repair a damaged brand so you [...]
If you've tuned in to our latest podcast episodes, you're already familiar with Brandon recounting the story of conducting 360 interviews, during which one employee described their leader as a "modern CEO." Today, we have the privilege of hosting that [...]
