#366: Soloist to Conductor – What’s a Soloist to Do?
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
Release Date: 10/16/2025
#375: Connectors Connect on Common Ground
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the concept of finding common ground to connect with others. They discuss the barriers that prevent leaders from effectively connecting, like assumptions, arrogance, and indifference, and provide strategies for overcoming these obstacles. Chris Goede and Perry Holley share personal stories that illustrate the power of genuine curiosity and the importance of focusing on the other person in a conversation. The hosts also remind listeners that building authentic connections requires time, intentionality, and a willingness to be open and...
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#374: Lessons in Resilience During a Government Shutdown
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede share lessons in resilience during a government shutdown that disrupted their travel plans. They walk through Valerie Burton's Rules of Resilience and how they applied them in real-time to navigate the challenges they faced. They discuss the importance of staying adaptive as a leader and keeping calm in the face of uncertainty, as the team will take emotional cues from their leader. Furthermore, they highlight how every disruption presents a learning opportunity for both the leader and the team. Overall, the episode offers practical insights on how...
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#373: The Empathetically Driven Leader
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede unpack what it means to be an empathetically driven leader—balancing care with accountability. They explore eliminating double standards, making development a daily priority, inspiring teams effectively, and embracing feedback with vulnerability. The conversation offers practical insights for leaders who want to connect deeply while driving results.
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#372: Using Feedback to Rekindle Engagement
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the crucial role feedback plays in driving employee engagement. They stress the importance of leaders providing regular, constructive feedback to their team members, as this helps individuals understand their performance and feel valued within the organization. Goede and Holley also discuss practical strategies for conducting effective one-on-one meetings, which serve as an excellent platform for delivering feedback and checking in on team members' well-being. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the courage required to give and...
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#371: The Positive Power of Confrontation
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore the positive power of confrontation and how leaders can use it effectively. They provide a framework for leaders to approach confrontation with the right mindset, focusing on clarity, purpose, and building trust rather than conflict. They also share practical steps for preparing for and engaging in confrontation, such as preparing one's heart, choosing the right time and place, and collaborating on a path forward. Additionally, they discuss the benefits of healthy confrontation, including restored trust, improved performance, and higher...
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#370: Is Burnout Affecting Your Team?
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede discuss the concerning trend of "quiet cracking" affecting employees. They explain that quiet cracking is a persistent feeling of unhappiness and being overwhelmed that leads to disengagement, poor performance, and increased desire to quit. Holley and Goede offer practical suggestions for leaders to address this issue, such as providing training and development, giving recognition and connection, and creating psychological safety. They also emphasize the importance of leaders being aware of their own well-being and modeling healthy behaviors for...
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#369: How Leaders Develop the Potential of Others
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore how leaders can identify and cultivate the potential in their team members. They discuss the importance of having the right mindset and seeing people as valuable assets to develop, rather than just means to an end. The hosts also share practical strategies for encouraging and nurturing growth, such as providing opportunities that stretch people beyond their comfort zones and offering specific, authentic encouragement. Throughout the episode, they stress the significance of tailoring the development approach to each individual and creating...
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#368: The Evolution of Servant Leadership
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
In this episode, Chris Goede and Perry Holley explore the evolution of servant leadership and its increasing relevance in today's business landscape. They discuss how servant leadership now prioritizes emotional resilience, empowering team members, and leveraging technology to create personal connections at scale. They also emphasize the importance of connecting daily work to a greater purpose, which is especially crucial for engaging younger generations in the workforce. Additionally, they highlight that true servant leadership begins with taking care of oneself to effectively serve and lead...
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#367: Soloist to Conductor – What’s the Organization to Do?
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
Perry Holley and Chris Goede stress the need for organizations to intentionally develop their leadership pipeline before promotions. They advise identifying emerging leaders by competencies—not just technical skills—and offering stretch assignments, mentoring, and shadowing to build influence early. They also recommend separate tracks for technical and leadership growth and celebrating when leaders apply what they’ve learned to reinforce a culture of development.
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#366: Soloist to Conductor – What’s a Soloist to Do?
Maxwell Leadership Executive Podcast
In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede discuss the transition from being an individual contributor to becoming a leader. They provide practical tips for soloists to prepare themselves for leadership roles, such as leading without a title, building relationships, and managing themselves effectively. They also encourage soloists to let go of being the expert and celebrate team wins, fostering an abundance mentality. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of studying leadership, asking questions, and seeking feedback to enhance personal growth and influence. The episode offers...
info_outlineIn this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede discuss the transition from being an individual contributor to becoming a leader. They provide practical tips for soloists to prepare themselves for leadership roles, such as leading without a title, building relationships, and managing themselves effectively. They also encourage soloists to let go of being the expert and celebrate team wins, fostering an abundance mentality. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of studying leadership, asking questions, and seeking feedback to enhance personal growth and influence. The episode offers valuable insights for individual contributors looking to develop their leadership skills and increase their impact within their organizations.
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