136: How to Build the Tenacity to Lead as an Innovative Organization with Debbie Dekleva
Release Date: 04/14/2020
371: The Power of CEO Peer Groups with Matt Allmand
Voice of Influence
In this episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, host Andrea welcomes Matt Allmand, Principal Chair at C12 Business Forums in Lincoln, Nebraska. Matt shares insights from his extensive career in manufacturing, including leading significant growth projects at the University of Nebraska and his family's manufacturing business, Allmand Brothers, Inc. He discusses the importance of strategic planning, lean manufacturing, and the impact of peer groups on leadership development. Find the show notes here: - This VOI guide and journal for mentors and mentees includes 12...
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370: Caring Leaders Foster Resilient Teams with Jennifer Romanowicz
Voice of Influence
In this episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, host Andrea welcomes back Jennifer Romanowicz for an enriching conversation on managing change and leadership. Drawing from Jennifer's extensive experience as a military spouse and professional, they explore the complexities of supporting high-level military leaders while building one's own career. The discussion navigates topics such as the stress leaders face, maintaining integrity, shifting mindset during transitions, and finding personal agency amidst uncontrollable changes. Their dialogue offers valuable perspectives for both leaders and...
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369: Gen X + Gen Z: Learn to Fly with Jennifer Romanowicz
Voice of Influence
Andrea welcomes Jennifer Romanowicz, owner and director of Fancy Pants Method, LLC, to the Voice of Influence podcast. Jennifer shares her insights on stress-free leadership, team effectiveness, and the concept of 'bird launching'—a positive approach to sending children into the world. They discuss the generational differences between Gen X and Gen Z, highlighting the importance of resilience, capacity building, and the role of mentorship in both personal and professional development. Jennifer emphasizes the need for leaders to foster open communication and innovation while allowing younger...
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368: Leading with Authentic Power with Ashley B. Stewart
Voice of Influence
In this episode of the Voice of Influence podcast, Andrea speaks with Ashley B. Stewart, founder and CEO of the Corian Group, a global consultancy specializing in leadership solutions. Ashley shares his journey from being a high school teacher to becoming an advisor to executives. He emphasizes the importance of inner transformation for effective leadership and discusses his work on racial consciousness and authentic power. He also shares insights on the significance of separating identity from roles and offers practical advice for individuals seeking to shape the future. Find the show notes...
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367: The Cure for Workplace Apathy with Kyle McDowell
Voice of Influence
In this episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast, Andrea hosts Kyle McDowell, a former Fortune 10 executive turned inspirational speaker, bestselling author, and leadership coach. They discuss Kyle's book, Begin with We, which offers a framework for addressing business dysfunction through a set of 10 principles that prioritize collective success ('We') over individual accolades ('I'). Kyle shares his personal journey from a focus on self-achievement to empowering others, resulting in transformative organizational change. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity, the power of mentorship,...
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366: Growing Champions with John Gallagher
Voice of Influence
In this episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast, host Andrea interviews John Gallagher, founder and CEO of Growing Champions, a faith-based executive coaching and performance consulting company. John discusses his journey of integrating faith into his business, the importance of living out core values, and his personal health transformation. He also shares insights on managing change, the significance of self-development, and methodologies for fostering a productive yet balanced work environment. Key topics include the impact of AI on leadership, the role of mentors, and strategies for...
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365: True Curiosity in Leadership with Jon Bassford
Voice of Influence
In this episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast, host Andrea engages with Jon Bassford, a seasoned operations professional and entrepreneur known for his powerful curiosity. Jon discusses how his inquisitive nature has driven his success from law school to leading operations for venture-backed startups and global nonprofits. He details his journey in refining organizational processes and emphasizes the importance of curiosity in leadership, as explored in his book, The Curious Leader: Unlocking Innovation, Empowering Teams, and Driving Change. Jon shares insights on how curiosity can help...
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364: The Human Intelligence Advantage with Jeremy Williams
Voice of Influence
In this episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast, host Andrea speaks with Jeremy Williams, a certified Genos Emotional Intelligence practitioner and seasoned consultant. Jeremy discusses his journey from the property industry in the UK to becoming a leading advocate for emotional intelligence while living in France. He highlights the challenges and opportunities faced by hypergrowth companies, the importance of emotional intelligence, and the practical application of these skills. Jeremy also introduces his Peer Coaching four 60 Program, emphasizing the value of collective intelligence and...
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363: Leading Through Chaos, with Dana Campbell
Voice of Influence
In this episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast, host Andrea interviews Dana Campbell, a transformative executive coach and strategic consultant with over 20 years of experience. Dana shares her unique career journey, starting with her early fascination with management consulting. The conversation touches on her role in helping leadership teams navigate complexity, enhance team dynamics, and foster resilience amidst challenges. Campbell discusses critical topics such as the importance of critical thinking, the integration of AI in the workforce, and the balance of compassion and bluntness in...
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362: Busyness Busting with Peggy Sullivan
Voice of Influence
In this episode of the Voice of Influence Podcast, Andrea interviews Peggy Sullivan, a renowned keynote speaker, author, and researcher who has inspired millions with her TEDx talk. Peggy discusses her 'busy busting' framework, which helps individuals overcome busyness to achieve peak performance without sacrificing wellbeing. She shares personal stories and insights, including a pivotal moment when she realized the negative impacts of chronic busyness. Peggy explains the importance of subtracting low-value activities, creating happiness rituals, and aligning actions with core values. She also...
info_outlineDebbie Dekleva is a recent recipient of the Innovator of the Year award from the Nebraska Business Development Council and the Wild Idea Cultivator at Monarch Flyway; a company that makes products out of milkweed. She also founded Sustainable Monarch in which she heads up Monarch Flyway’s habitat conservation and non-profit efforts.
In this episode, Debbie and I discuss how Monarch Flyway got started using milkweed of all things, how I’ve used milkweed balm to help sooth my own children’s pain over the years, how feedback from a cancer patient helped them create their milkweed balm, why they started Sustainable Monarch, how being part of my Voice of Influence Academy “turned on some light bulbs” for her and helped her develop her own voice of influences, how she has handled the many setbacks in her business over the years, and more.