By Randy Hain. I often find myself talking with friends, clients, colleagues, and early career professionals about a simple but important question: how do you reach out to someone new in a way that feels genuine, respectful, and worthwhile? It [...]
In this episode, co-founders Brandon Smith and Randy Hain share six key trends they're seeing across organizations, leadership teams, and in their executive coaching engagements—and, more importantly, what leaders can do about them. From the growing influence of AI and [...]
By Randy Hain. I have spent quite a bit of time over the last 14 years working with executives and leadership teams of all sizes in various industries. I always value simplicity, clarity and practical approaches when I think about [...]
By Randy Hain. "Always try to add meaningful value to every conversation and relationship. Make sure people feel that spending time with you is time well-spent.” - Advice from my father when I was 21 and about to begin my first [...]
What will 2026 demand from leaders? On today's podcast, Brandon and Randy break down their biggest predictions for the year ahead—and the shifts every leader should be preparing for now. They cover: AI, managing budgets and cutting costs, acquisitions, self-care, [...]
By Randy Hain. Living a connected life leads one to take a different view. Life is less a quest than a quilt. We find meaning, love, and prosperity through the process of stitching together our bold attempts to help others [...]
By Randy Hain An ideal career advocate is a leader (or leaders) who has gotten to know you, is invested in your growth, has faith in you and trusts you. They are willing to advocate for you in the rooms [...]
By Randy Hain I have spent quite a bit of time over the last 13 years working with executives and leadership teams of all sizes in various industries. I always value simplicity, clarity and practical approaches when I think about [...]
By Randy Hain Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that is the stuff life is made of. — Benjamin Franklin Time is a finite resource and we only have so much of it to harness and share. As [...]
Your messaging around culture is missing the mark. On today’s new release of the Leadership Foundry Podcast, Brandon Smith challenges leaders to refocus on culture (the right way) with his three-year checkup protocol. 1:50 Where people work is not "culture." [...]
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