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The Better Leadership Team Show

Mike Goldman

134 episodes

4 days ago

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...

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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...

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Episodes (20/134)

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...

6 days 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...

1 week 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...

2 weeks 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 weeks 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...

1 month 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 ...

1 month 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...

1 month ago

57 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

The Retention Trap: Rethinking Employee Loyalty with Mark Peters

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Peters, CEO of Butterball Farms, and author of The Source and The Retention Trap. Mark shares his powerful leadership journey, starting as a factory worker at 12 to building a thriving business grounded in trust, empathy, and worker wellbeing. We dive deep into his creation of The Source, a game-changing nonprofit helping employees overcome life challenges, and how it delivers ROI while transforming lives. Plus, Mark challenges conventional retention stra...

1 month ago

49 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Unlocking the Power of Mid-Level Leaders

In this episode, I dive into the critical yet often overlooked role of mid-level leaders. Learn why they’re the backbone of your organization and how you can empower them with 8 practical strategies, from clear expectations to leadership development and career pathways. Transform your mid-level leaders, and watch your leadership team—and company—thrive. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

2 months ago

24 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Building an Olympic-Level Performance Mindset with Stephanie Roble

What does it take to develop an Olympic-level performance mindset? In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with two-time Olympian Stephanie Roble, a world-class sailor, to explore how elite athletes build resilience, manage pressure, and develop the mindset needed to perform at the highest level. Stephanie shares her journey from childhood sailing in Wisconsin to competing on the world’s biggest stage. We discuss how decision-making, communication, self-talk, and mindfu...

2 months ago

34 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Building Your Conversational Competency with Chalmers Brothers

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Chalmers Brothers, best-selling author, executive coach, and expert in leadership development. Chalmers dives into the power of conversations in shaping leadership success, introducing concepts like "carefrontation" and the SOAR framework. We discuss how language creates possibilities, why avoiding difficult conversations harms teams, and how leaders can foster trust and authenticity. Whether you're a CEO or an aspiring leade...

2 months ago

55 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Become a More Flexible Leader with Kevin Eikenberry

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Kevin Eikenberry, Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group, to discuss his groundbreaking book Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Kevin shares insights on why most leadership development programs fail, the importance of integrating mindset, skillset, and habit-set, and how leaders can thrive in an increasingly complex world. Discover practical tools like the Kenevan Framework and ...

2 months ago

48 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Sales Mindset and The Power of Failure with Klyn Elsbury

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Klyn Elsbury, a powerhouse in sales strategy and mindset. Klyn shares her inspirational journey—from battling cystic fibrosis to becoming one of America’s top sales trainers. We dive deep into how failure fuels success, the biggest leadership mistakes that kill sales performance, and the keys to building a resilient sales team. We also discuss: ✔️ How redefining success can transform your mindset ✔️ The power of failure...

3 months ago

45 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Building Deep, Meaningful Connections with Dr. James Pogue

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Dr. James Pogue, CEO of JP Enterprises, a professional services firm with a global clientele focused on strengthening the connections between Leaders and Teams, which lead to increased Innovation, Creativity, Production, and Profits. JP Enterprises works closely with Leaders who are driving transformational change, helping them align people, plans and processes with Vision and Purpose. We dive deep into why trust ...

3 months ago

52 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Building Team Trust

In this "Mike on the Mic" episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I delve into the cornerstone of every successful leadership team—trust. Learn why vulnerability-based trust is vital for creating open, honest, and high-performing teams. Discover actionable strategies to identify trust gaps, build deeper connections, and create a culture of accountability and commitment. Whether you’re a CEO or a team member, this episode offers practical tools like the Personal Lifeline Exercise, Coaching...

3 months ago

34 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

How to Create Accountable Teams with Eric Coryell

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, Eric Coryell dives deep into the art of building accountable teams and transforming traditional organizational hierarchies. Drawing from decades of corporate and consulting experience, Eric explores the foundations of team accountability, the pitfalls of leader-led models, and actionable strategies for creating cohesive, high-performing teams. From defining shared purpose to fostering “shared fate” within teams, this episode is packed with i...

3 months ago

51 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

6 Ways to Get Feedback as a Leader

In this episode of Mike on the Mic, we dive into the importance of feedback as a cornerstone of personal and professional growth. Leaders often struggle to receive honest and constructive feedback, especially at senior levels. Discover six actionable strategies, including 360-degree evaluations, coaching, mastermind groups, and peer accountability exercises, to ensure you’re continuously improving as a leader. Learn how to build a culture of openness and growth within your organization. Wheth...

3 months ago

25 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

The 4 Biggest Mistakes Leadership Teams Make

Are you making one of the four biggest mistakes that leadership teams struggle with? In this episode of Mike on the Mic, I uncover the critical errors holding your team back: unclear success measures, juggling too many priorities, neglecting talent development, and thinking too small. Discover actionable strategies to redefine success, focus on what matters, grow your team, and adopt a bold 10X mindset. Whether you're a CEO or a team leader, these insights will transform your leadership appro...

4 months ago

30 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Building a Behavior-Based Culture with David J Friedman

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I explore the powerful insights of David J. Friedman, a leading expert on organizational culture. David has authored two influential books and delivered over 750 workshops and keynotes for business leaders. His second book, Culture by Design, is a step-by-step guide to building a strong organizational culture — tailored for today's workplace, including remote environments. As the creator of the CultureWise Operating System, David provides a ...

4 months ago

47 minutes

The Better Leadership Team Show

Flip Your Mindset with Frank Kitchen

In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I dive deep into leadership and mindset with Frank Kitchen, a certified speaking professional with over 30 years of experience in talent development. Known for his innovative, culinary-themed motivational approach, Frank shares valuable insights on building great leadership teams, fostering organizational culture, and inspiring growth. He introduces his "Live Fresh" framework—focused, resourceful, enthusiastic, strong, and honest living—to h...

4 months ago

51 minutes