Leadership Happens

Great leadership doesn't just happen—it's crafted! Each episode is an opportunity to glean not only tactical leadership essentials but also the art of being an authentic leader. Immerse yourself in candid conversations with exceptional leaders as they speak openly about the good and bad choices that have shaped their journey ...and how they managed to retain their humanity along the way. Your host, Ken Schmitt, is CEO and founder of TurningPoint Executive Search and the author of The Practical Optimist, An Entrepreneur's Journey through Life's Turning Points. Raised in an entrepreneurial household, Ken comes to the mic with a uniquely authentic voice, blending life, family, and business together. Not preachy, academic, or theoretical, this podcast focuses on what makes real leaders tick. Get ready to laugh while learning something about ourselves along the way! Join Ken twice a month for an exploration of authentic leadership, venturing into mentorship, hiring, employee engagement, accountability, empowerment, and beyond. Powered by TurningPoint Executive Search: Helping businesses hire the right people. Visit turningpointrecruiting.com

Beyond the Lab: Entrepreneurship in Cancer Treatment with Zee-nia Kaul 09/18/2023

Beyond the Lab: Entrepreneurship in Cancer Treatment with Zee-nia Kaul Delve into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship in cancer treatment. In this episode, Ken sits down with the amazing to dive deep into her entrepreneurial journey. They chat about how she's fearlessly taken risks, pushed boundaries, and played a vital role in advancing the battle against cancer, all with the goal of making a genuine impact on people's lives. In their conversation, Ken and Zeenia dig into how curiosity fuels innovation. Zeenia spills the beans on her journey, where she's essentially been a bridge between cool discoveries in the lab (we're talking about some seriously game-changing botanical stuff) and turning those finds into groundbreaking cancer treatments. The endgame? Giving cancer patients a better shot at a longer, healthier life. 🌱🔬💪 Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the intersection between science, business, and social impact as they hear about Zeenia's remarkable journey. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a cancer researcher, or simply curious about the intersection of science and business, this episode will inspire you to take bold steps and embrace innovation. Join us on this exciting adventure where entrepreneurship meets the pursuit of life-changing solutions. About our guest: Trained biomedical scientist, a citizen of the world, and a proven executive leader with demonstrated ability to deliver results in high-pressure and competitive startup environments. As Co-Founder, CEO, and CSO of and 10+ years of executive leadership experience, I leverage my business proficiency, financial acumen, and exceptional interpersonal skills to lead ReHeva Biosciences into the future of biopharmaceutical innovation. Dr. Kaul’s passion for innovation and leadership stems from her desire to help others. She believes science should be leveraged to make a difference—in people, in communities, and in lives. In each of her roles, from executive director to clinical leader to community volunteer, Dr. Kaul strives to create change that improves people's lives. /episode/index/show/6b74435d-7c40-45f4-8e28-9bd995a1c322/id/27970839

Walking Away From Your Dream Job with Jessica Yarbrough 09/04/2023

Walking Away From Your Dream Job with Jessica Yarbrough Is your job like gum on your shoe? Then it's time to scrape that sh*t off and walk away! left her “dream job” and embraced a non-traditional business model to become a successful growth strategist. It's time to stop focusing on the what and start focusing on the why. Jessica shares her story and how you too can crush your business goals. Ken asks Jessica: Where did you grow up, and what made you decide to study international business? Your mom was a highly successful executive who blazed a trail in the male-dominated construction industry - what was that like growing up seeing and hearing her stories? What prompted you to travel worldwide and backpack in your early 20s? When did you know you wanted to start and run your own business (and what led to the decision to build a team vs. going alone)? Given how your mom motivated you, how transparent are you with your daughter about what you experience as a business owner? I love your YouTube videos and tutorials because you discuss values and alignment as the cornerstone of building a business. Where does that values foundation come from? What words/phrases would describe your personal and or professional philosophy? You ran your own business, went in-house for three years at Elevate Digital, then went back to your business - why the change, and what were the pros and cons of working for someone else for those 4 years?  What are the most significant differences when working with different generations? What do you do outside of your search to stay balanced, and do you have any guilty pleasures? You have built a reputation for helping small businesses get 'unstuck.' Why do so many owners get stuck in the first place? Have you ever thought about writing a book? What is your approach to pushing through tough times and being in the moment? Is resilience or perseverance more important? About Jessica Yarbrough: Jessica Yarbrough has quickly developed a reputation for being one of the best business strategists and marketing and sales consultants for entrepreneurs who want to sell high-value products and services. Her background is in international business, and she has built multiple companies. Jessica is a genius at showing entrepreneurs how to build an expert platform, rapidly raise their value, build their credibility online, and attract high-paying clients. She travels the world teaching and inspiring entrepreneurs and helping them grow their influence and make the income and impact they desire. Learn more at /episode/index/show/6b74435d-7c40-45f4-8e28-9bd995a1c322/id/27809763