The Uncompromise Podcast: Transformative Leadership Advice From Change Agents
Lisa Gardner
37 episodes
3 months ago
For the next generation of executives who are unapologetically chasing change. We venture beyond conventional corporate dialogue to explore the authentic stories and transformative leadership advice of high-level business executives and community Change Agents. This podcast is a space where listeners can get to know the real executives behind the titles and accolades. Hosted by Lisa Gardner, this show transcends typical business conversations, offering a rare glimpse into the personal journeys of leaders who have navigated their careers without compromising their values.The Uncompromise Podcast is particularly valuable for emerging leaders and the next generation of professionals. By listening to these authentic stories, young talents can learn that success isn’t always a linear journey. They will hear about detours, setbacks, and how these executives turned challenges into opportunities. This perspective is crucial for anyone just starting out or looking to make significant strides in their career. In each episode, Lisa sits down with diverse executives who have achieved significant success in their fields. These are individuals who might not be internet famous but have built their networks and careers through genuine, old-fashioned networking and perseverance. They are leaders who have climbed the corporate ladder the hard way, exposing themselves, finding mentors, and building support systems without the broad platform of social media. Our guests share stories that you won’t find on their bios or LinkedIn profiles—stories of personal challenges, critical decisions, and the adversities they’ve faced along their paths to success.Our listeners will walk away with a new level of confidence. We want them to feel that this is a safe place where they can be vulnerable. By listening to the vulnerability of our guests, listeners realize that vulnerability is not a weakness but a source of strength. They understand that the people they admire have faced major adversity and challenges and that their failures were true points of learning and strength. Our conversations aim to reveal the untold stories of these leaders— we discuss where they grew up and the sphere of influence that made them who they are and how they conduct business. We cover how they’ve navigated their careers, the obstacles they’ve overcome, and the moments that defined their paths. We delve into how they maintained their integrity, the risks they took, and the times they faced tough decisions that tested their values. It’s not just about what they went through but how they went through it, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the resilience and persistence required to succeed in the corporate world. Our guests are typically high-level, diverse executives who have often lacked platforms to share their stories. They are change-makers, risk-takers, and boundary-pushers, representing a demographic of leaders who unapologetically chase change in a rapidly evolving world. These leaders of today and tomorrow make significant impacts in their fields while staying true to themselves. Through The Uncompromise Podcast, Lisa leverages her relationships to bring powerful and often inaccessible stories of high-level executives to the public. This podcast offers a rare opportunity for listeners to gain insights and wisdom from these influential leaders—insights that might otherwise be out of reach. What listeners gain from The Uncompromise Podcast is multifaceted: access to high-level executives, inspiration from their journeys, practical advice on navigating the corporate landscape, and a profound sense of community. By hearing how others have faced and overcome similar challenges, listeners gain the confidence and clarity needed to forge their own paths.
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For the next generation of executives who are unapologetically chasing change. We venture beyond conventional corporate dialogue to explore the authentic stories and transformative leadership advice of high-level business executives and community Change Agents. This podcast is a space where listeners can get to know the real executives behind the titles and accolades. Hosted by Lisa Gardner, this show transcends typical business conversations, offering a rare glimpse into the personal journeys of leaders who have navigated their careers without compromising their values.The Uncompromise Podcast is particularly valuable for emerging leaders and the next generation of professionals. By listening to these authentic stories, young talents can learn that success isn’t always a linear journey. They will hear about detours, setbacks, and how these executives turned challenges into opportunities. This perspective is crucial for anyone just starting out or looking to make significant strides in their career. In each episode, Lisa sits down with diverse executives who have achieved significant success in their fields. These are individuals who might not be internet famous but have built their networks and careers through genuine, old-fashioned networking and perseverance. They are leaders who have climbed the corporate ladder the hard way, exposing themselves, finding mentors, and building support systems without the broad platform of social media. Our guests share stories that you won’t find on their bios or LinkedIn profiles—stories of personal challenges, critical decisions, and the adversities they’ve faced along their paths to success.Our listeners will walk away with a new level of confidence. We want them to feel that this is a safe place where they can be vulnerable. By listening to the vulnerability of our guests, listeners realize that vulnerability is not a weakness but a source of strength. They understand that the people they admire have faced major adversity and challenges and that their failures were true points of learning and strength. Our conversations aim to reveal the untold stories of these leaders— we discuss where they grew up and the sphere of influence that made them who they are and how they conduct business. We cover how they’ve navigated their careers, the obstacles they’ve overcome, and the moments that defined their paths. We delve into how they maintained their integrity, the risks they took, and the times they faced tough decisions that tested their values. It’s not just about what they went through but how they went through it, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the resilience and persistence required to succeed in the corporate world. Our guests are typically high-level, diverse executives who have often lacked platforms to share their stories. They are change-makers, risk-takers, and boundary-pushers, representing a demographic of leaders who unapologetically chase change in a rapidly evolving world. These leaders of today and tomorrow make significant impacts in their fields while staying true to themselves. Through The Uncompromise Podcast, Lisa leverages her relationships to bring powerful and often inaccessible stories of high-level executives to the public. This podcast offers a rare opportunity for listeners to gain insights and wisdom from these influential leaders—insights that might otherwise be out of reach. What listeners gain from The Uncompromise Podcast is multifaceted: access to high-level executives, inspiration from their journeys, practical advice on navigating the corporate landscape, and a profound sense of community. By hearing how others have faced and overcome similar challenges, listeners gain the confidence and clarity needed to forge their own paths.
Organizations Grow At The Speed Of Trust And R.A.I | feat. Jimmy Hart
The Uncompromise Podcast: Transformative Leadership Advice From Change Agents
45 minutes 56 seconds
4 months ago
Organizations Grow At The Speed Of Trust And R.A.I | feat. Jimmy Hart
Lisa Gardner chats with Jimmy Hart, Founder of Hart Global Industries, about a powerful framework called R.A.I. (Respect, Affirmation and Inclusion).
Jimmy shares how his early experiences growing up during desegregation and mentorship from African American leaders shaped his passion for fostering respect, affirmation and inclusion in the communities he serves. He discusses how the R.A.I. framework can be implemented in schools to create a sense of belonging for all students, especially those who are historically marginalized. Jimmy describes a successful pilot program he ran to increase enrollment of underserved students in advanced placement courses, and the lasting impact it had on the district.
Also in this episode:
The RAI program focuses on the core principles of Respect, Affirmation, and Inclusion (RAI) to address unity in family, corporate, and educational structures.
Implementing the RAI framework in schools involves starting with teachers, then involving students, parents, and the broader community to create a culture of belonging.
A key strategy for school leaders is to spend at least half the day in classrooms observing teacher-student and student-student interactions to model and reinforce the principles of RAI.
The RAI framework can be applied beyond education, in corporate and other organizational settings, as it addresses the universal human needs for respect, affirmation, and inclusion.
The eight habits of the Ray framework (nurturing attitude, responsibility, dependability, friendship, brotherhood/sisterhood, high expectations, courage, hope) provide a practical way to live out the principles of respect, affirmation, and inclusion.
Balancing personal beliefs and creating inclusive spaces for diverse communities is an ongoing challenge, which Jimmy Hart addresses by making the RAI principles a daily practice in his personal life.
The RAI program has the potential to address systemic issues in education, such as the exclusion of underserved students from advanced placement courses, by focusing on equitable access and opportunities.
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About Jimmy Hart
Jimmy Hart, Ed.S., is an author, coach, speaker, and trainer dedicated to fostering Respect, Affirmation, and Inclusion (RAI) in education and leadership. Influenced by his parents' commitment to mentoring and his experience as a Division 1 football player, Jimmy has built a career centered on empowering individuals and teams to thrive. As a principal and district leader, he championed equity through initiatives like recruiting underserved students for advanced placement courses, creating district-wide STEM enrichment programs, and establishing Response to Intervention (RTI) positions to support diverse learners. Recognized multiple times as one of Southern Arizona's most influential African Americans, Jimmy’s work in mentorship, leadership development, and community service has left a transformative and lasting impact, ensuring equitable opportunities for students and leaders alike.
About Lisa Gardner
Lisa Gardner is a corporate real estate thought leader and co-founder of OMS Strategic Advisors, LLC, focusing on real estate, strategy, and workforce development. With over 25 years of experience, she drives profitability by optimizing human capital, leading diversity initiatives, and crafting corporate strategies. She has managed national accounts for Fortune 500 companies like Wal-Mart and AT&T, and revitalized multicultural marketing for JCPenney. Lisa serves on the Executive Board of SMU's Cox School of Business and contributes to DCEO Magazine. She is active in her community at Gateway Church and lives in Plano, Texas, with her husband and two children.
The Uncompromise Podcast: Transformative Leadership Advice From Change Agents
For the next generation of executives who are unapologetically chasing change. We venture beyond conventional corporate dialogue to explore the authentic stories and transformative leadership advice of high-level business executives and community Change Agents. This podcast is a space where listeners can get to know the real executives behind the titles and accolades. Hosted by Lisa Gardner, this show transcends typical business conversations, offering a rare glimpse into the personal journeys of leaders who have navigated their careers without compromising their values.The Uncompromise Podcast is particularly valuable for emerging leaders and the next generation of professionals. By listening to these authentic stories, young talents can learn that success isn’t always a linear journey. They will hear about detours, setbacks, and how these executives turned challenges into opportunities. This perspective is crucial for anyone just starting out or looking to make significant strides in their career. In each episode, Lisa sits down with diverse executives who have achieved significant success in their fields. These are individuals who might not be internet famous but have built their networks and careers through genuine, old-fashioned networking and perseverance. They are leaders who have climbed the corporate ladder the hard way, exposing themselves, finding mentors, and building support systems without the broad platform of social media. Our guests share stories that you won’t find on their bios or LinkedIn profiles—stories of personal challenges, critical decisions, and the adversities they’ve faced along their paths to success.Our listeners will walk away with a new level of confidence. We want them to feel that this is a safe place where they can be vulnerable. By listening to the vulnerability of our guests, listeners realize that vulnerability is not a weakness but a source of strength. They understand that the people they admire have faced major adversity and challenges and that their failures were true points of learning and strength. Our conversations aim to reveal the untold stories of these leaders— we discuss where they grew up and the sphere of influence that made them who they are and how they conduct business. We cover how they’ve navigated their careers, the obstacles they’ve overcome, and the moments that defined their paths. We delve into how they maintained their integrity, the risks they took, and the times they faced tough decisions that tested their values. It’s not just about what they went through but how they went through it, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the resilience and persistence required to succeed in the corporate world. Our guests are typically high-level, diverse executives who have often lacked platforms to share their stories. They are change-makers, risk-takers, and boundary-pushers, representing a demographic of leaders who unapologetically chase change in a rapidly evolving world. These leaders of today and tomorrow make significant impacts in their fields while staying true to themselves. Through The Uncompromise Podcast, Lisa leverages her relationships to bring powerful and often inaccessible stories of high-level executives to the public. This podcast offers a rare opportunity for listeners to gain insights and wisdom from these influential leaders—insights that might otherwise be out of reach. What listeners gain from The Uncompromise Podcast is multifaceted: access to high-level executives, inspiration from their journeys, practical advice on navigating the corporate landscape, and a profound sense of community. By hearing how others have faced and overcome similar challenges, listeners gain the confidence and clarity needed to forge their own paths.
