Corinne Gavlinski: Uplifting Leadership Lessons From Go-karting With Howard Shultz
Release Date: 11/17/2025
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According to Corinne Gavlinski—everything.
In this high-energy episode of the WholeCEO Podcast, Corinne joins Lisa G. to reveal how one unexpected day on the track uncovered the difference between reactive leaders and truly intentional ones.
You’ll discover:
🔥 How “lazy leadership” shows up in top performers
🔥 The traps growth-stage leaders fall into when they drift off course
🔥 Why most coaching fails—and how the Executive Table Read™ delivers real data
🔥 How to operate inside the Leadership Impact Zone™ (and spot when you’ve slipped out)
If you’re ready to sharpen your presence, elevate your leadership, and stay in your highest-impact state—this episode is a must-listen.