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The Better Leadership Team Show

Mike Goldman

137 episodes

4 hours ago

In this episode, I welcome my good friend and seasoned CFO, Ben Mills. Ben shares decades of wisdom as a CPA and fractional CFO, helping leadership teams use financial data to drive smart decisions and sustainable growth. We talk about when it’s time to move from tactical to strategic finance, how to measure CFO performance, and why financial clarity and competence are essential for every leadership team. Whether you're a CEO, CFO, or just curious about finance, you’ll take away actionable in...

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In this episode, I welcome my good friend and seasoned CFO, Ben Mills. Ben shares decades of wisdom as a CPA and fractional CFO, helping leadership teams use financial data to drive smart decisions and sustainable growth. We talk about when it’s time to move from tactical to strategic finance, how to measure CFO performance, and why financial clarity and competence are essential for every leadership team. Whether you're a CEO, CFO, or just curious about finance, you’ll take away actionable in...

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Episodes (20/137)

The Better Leadership Team Show

Speaking the Language of Finance on Your Leadership Team with Ben Mills

In this episode, I welcome my good friend and seasoned CFO, Ben Mills. Ben shares decades of wisdom as a CPA and fractional CFO, helping leadership teams use financial data to drive smart decisions and sustainable growth. We talk about when it’s time to move from tactical to strategic finance, how to measure CFO performance, and why financial clarity and competence are essential for every leadership team. Whether you're a CEO, CFO, or just curious about finance, you’ll take away actionable in...

3 days ago

46 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Energize Your Team With Attention Management with Maura Nevel Thomas

In this episode, I sit down with Maura Nevel Thomas, a globally recognized expert in productivity and attention management. We explore why the idea of “time management” is outdated and what it truly takes to create a culture of productivity at work. Maura unpacks how leaders unintentionally promote distraction, how to replace chaos with clarity, and how to use attention—not time—as the key metric for getting important work done. We dive into actionable strategies to help your team focus, your...

1 week ago

42 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Stop Judging and Start Leading with Michelle Scott

Michelle Scott is an intuitive leadership coach with over 14 years of experience. She holds a doctorate in Spiritual Science and advanced training in trauma-informed somatic work. Michelle empowers high-impact leaders to break free from ego-driven patterns and outdated paradigms by helping them reconnect with their intuition and lead from within. Her work focuses on fostering clarity, confidence, and authenticity, allowing leaders to unlock their fullest potential and make a deeper impact. Di...

2 weeks ago

42 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

How to have the RIGHT discussions with your leadership team

In this episode, I walk you through one of the most powerful tools I use with clients: the Pulse Check. If you're tired of meetings that go nowhere or feel like your leadership team is dodging the tough conversations, this episode is for you. I’ll share the exact questions I ask, how to surface real issues, and how to turn scattered thoughts into focused action. If you want a great company, you need a great leadership team, and that starts with having the right discussions. Thanks for liste...

3 weeks ago

20 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Creating a Culture to Prevent Burnout with Shauna Moran

In this episode, I sit down with Shauna Moran, burnout prevention expert, women’s leadership coach, and breathwork facilitator. We explore the systemic causes of burnout, why women in leadership are particularly impacted, and how to help your high-performing team members thrive. We also dive into personal strategies for leaders to manage their own well-being, reconnect with their purpose, and show up from their zone of genius. Website: www.shaunamoran.com Email: info@shaunamoran.com Thanks...

1 month ago

46 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

11 Ways to Improve Accountability

Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

1 month ago

41 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

How to Drive Change with Susan Inouye

Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

1 month ago

48 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

How to Thrive in Difficult Situations

In this Mike on the Mic episode, I explore what it truly means to lead through adversity. I break down the Stockdale Paradox, a powerful mindset that balances realism with hope, and show how I helped leadership teams apply it in real time during major crises. You’ll walk away with a step-by-step process for guiding your team through difficult times—without losing morale, clarity, or momentum. Whether you're facing layoffs, market shifts, or internal challenges, this episode gives you the tool...

1 month ago

30 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Preparing the Next Generation of Leaders with Jeff Massone

In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Massone, leadership coach and founder of Prepared Leader Consulting, to discuss how we can prepare the next generation of leaders before they step into formal leadership roles. Jeff brings over 20 years of project management experience and deep coaching insights rooted in his training with the John Maxwell Team. We unpack: Why succession planning often failsHow coaching outperforms traditional trainingThe most critical skills young professionals need to d...

1 month ago

40 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Why Leaders Must Master the Art of Speaking with Diane DiResta

In this episode, I sit down with Diane DiResta, certified speaking professional, author of Knockout Presentations, and CEO of DiResta Communications. Diane has coached executives from the boardroom to the media spotlight and shares why communication is one of the most essential and underestimated leadership skills. We explore practical frameworks like the Rule of Three and sound bite speaking, dissect the four types of over-communicators, and uncover why being listener-centered is the secret ...

2 months ago

40 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

How to Be Super Bold with Fred Joyal

In this episode, I sit down with Fred Joyal, bestselling author of Super Bold and co-founder of 1-800-DENTIST, to explore how boldness can revolutionize your leadership. We talk about how to shift from hesitation to action, how boldness creates better teams, and why being bold is a skill anyone can build—one small step at a time. Whether you're struggling with feedback, collaboration, or just need a spark of courage, this conversation will leave you inspired to lead bolder. Thanks for list...

2 months ago

52 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

How to Become a More Disciplined Leader with John Gallagher

In this powerful episode, I sit down with executive coach John Gallagher to explore how intentionality can transform leaders and teams. John shares the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual disciplines that top-performing leaders implement—and the biggest obstacles that get in their way. We also explore John's 7D Roadmap for sustainable organizational growth and how to lead with legacy in mind. Whether you're a CEO or emerging leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights. ...

2 months ago

43 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Turn Fear Into Fuel with Kimberly Brown

Kimberly Brown is a renowned career and leadership strategist, bestselling author of Next Move, Best Move, and CEO of Brown Leadership. In this episode, she shares a powerful reframe: fear isn’t something to avoid—it’s a signal to move forward. We explore how leaders can turn fear into a catalyst for action, navigate tough conversations with confidence, and develop middle managers into empowered decision-makers. With practical tools like the Courage-Driven Mindset framework, Kimberly offers a...

2 months ago

45 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

How to Give Firm Feedback with Jeff Hancher

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Jeff Hancher, a powerhouse executive coach, keynote speaker, and host of the award-winning Champion Forum Podcast. Jeff's journey—from growing up in poverty with two disabled parents, to serving in the U.S. Army, to climbing the ranks at a Fortune 500 company—is a story of grit, growth, and transformational leadership. We dive deep into his new book, Firm Feedback in a Fragile World, and unpack the critical leadership skill t...

3 months ago

50 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

5 Ways to Coach Your Team Instead of Managing Them

In this “Mike on the Mic” episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I dive into one of the biggest traps leaders fall into: constantly managing their team instead of coaching them. If you ever feel like you’re putting out fires all day and doing work that’s not yours, this episode is for you. I walk you through five specific strategies to coach your team, empower ownership, and finally free yourself up to lead the way you’re meant to. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at m...

3 months ago

19 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

How to Win Others Over and Over with Ed Howie

Ed Howie is one of the most experienced business branding strategists in the world. He has spent over 30 years helping to create, develop, and launch brand concepts for mainstream companies, leading to more than $350 million in incremental revenue. Ed has worked for and with brands like Chick-fil-A, H-E-B Grocery, United Airlines, 7-Eleven, KFC, Kroger, JackBe, and gusto! In addition to helping other companies' brand and market themselves, he is an enthusiastic entrepreneur who has foun...

3 months ago

42 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

10 Questions Every Leadership Team Should Be Asking

In this Mike on the Mic episode, I’m diving into 10 powerful questions every leadership team should be asking—again and again. These questions are your roadmap to clarity, alignment, and innovation. Whether you’re just forming your leadership team or have been together for years, these prompts will challenge your thinking, expose blind spots, and drive your company forward. Let’s raise the bar—because building a great leadership team is never done. 🎧 Tune in and ask yourself: Which question d...

3 months ago

28 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

How can we be more adaptable as a leadership team?

In this Mike on the Mic episode, I dig into one of the most critical challenges leadership teams face today: adaptability. When the world changes—whether through global events, industry disruption, or internal shifts—how do you know when your plan no longer serves you? And what do you do about it? I explore how to recognize the key signals that it's time to adapt, and share the structured rhythm I've seen work with my clients to build adaptability into their DNA—without losing focus or blowin...

4 months ago

25 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Turn Your Strengths Into a Superpower

In this “Mike on the Mic” episode, I explore how to turn your strengths—and the strengths of your team—into a superpower. I share a personal story that shifted how I lead, define what a true strength really is, and offer practical tools to help you stop wasting energy on your weaknesses. If you're ready to increase performance, reduce burnout, and create a more fulfilled, high-impact team, this episode is for you. VIA Character Strengths Survey Thanks for listening! Connect with us at ...

4 months ago

30 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Knowing Exactly What To Say with Phil M Jones

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Phil M. Jones, bestselling author of Exactly What to Say, to explore how leaders can use language to influence, align teams, and drive action. Phil shares powerful insights on subconscious influence, strategic questioning, and overcoming indecision, helping leaders elevate their impact through the words they choose. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouT...

4 months ago

57 minutes