Best Arete Coach Podcasts (2025)

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220 Tim Dwyer – Business Growth Strategist – Creator of the Tolemy Map 58:11

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In this episode of the Arete Executive Podcast, I sit down with Tim Dwyer, business growth strategist and founder of Tolemy, to explore how leaders can create clarity, alignment, and activation across their organisations.Tim shares the journey from his early vision in 2008 to develop a “Google Maps for business” through to the creation of the Tolem…

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219 Zena Burgess - Chief Executive Officer at Australian Psychological Society 44:07

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In this episode of the Arete Executive Podcast, I speak with Dr Zena Burgess FAICD FAPS, Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Psychological Society, about her leadership journey across psychology, governance, and health reform. Zena shares how she scaled APS into a digitally enabled organisation with influence at state and federal levels, whil…

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218 Vincent Berry – Director – Commercial Litigation & Insolvency Specialist – Sajen Legal 36:21

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In this episode of the Arete Executive Podcast, I speak with Vincent Berry, Director at Sajen Legal, about how business owners and executives can better protect their organisations from legal risk. Vincent shares his journey from young lawyer to firm director, why commercial litigation and insolvency are such critical areas right now, and how busin…

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217 Kylie Sprott – Board Director – Advisor – Speaker – Founder of Sprott Methods 55:13

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In this episode, I sit down with Kylie Sprott to explore her journey from senior executive roles into a true portfolio career that blends board directorships, consulting, mentoring, writing, and public speaking. Central to this transition is her latest venture, Sprott Methods—a leadership platform developed over three years that combines global col…

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216 Ashton Bishop - CEO - Enterprise Strategy & Marketing Specialist 59:57

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In this episode, I sit down with Ashton Bishop, CEO of Step Change, to talk all things marketing, such as why so much of it fails, and how challenger businesses can cut through the noise without outspending their competition.We trace Ashton’s journey from co-creating 'R U OK? Day' to building a consultancy that helps companies, from small trades bu…

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215 Dr Gavriel Schneider - CEO & Strategic Risk Expert - Author of Presilience - Risk 2 Solution 53:30

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In this episode, I’m joined once again by Dr Gavriel "Gav" Schneider — CEO, author, strategic risk expert, and one of Australia’s foremost thinkers on how to navigate uncertainty and unlock human potential. We dive deep into his latest book, 'Presilience: How to Navigate Risk, Embrace Opportunity and Build Resilience', exploring why most organisati…

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214 Darren Finkelstein- International Accountability Coach 47:11

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In this episode, Richard Triggs interviews long-time colleague Darren Finkelstein on how accountability drives performance, reduces overwhelm, and creates real behavioural change in teams and individuals. They reflect on Darren’s pivot from Apple executive to boating entrepreneur to becoming a sought-after accountability coach. The discussion highl…

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213 Trudy MacDonald – Leadership Strategist – Organisational Psychologist – Founder of Talent Code HR 51:17

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In this episode of the Arete Podcast, I speak with Trudy MacDonald, founder of Talent Code HR and a former CEO of three organisations, with a background in organisational psychology. Trudy shares powerful insights into the post-pandemic leadership landscape and what it takes to build high-performance teams in today’s evolving world of work.We explo…

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212 - Andrew Griffiths - Entrepreneurial Futurist - Speaker - Business Author - Book Coach 48:00

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In this episode of the Arete Podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Andrew Griffiths, a renowned author and speaker. Andrew reflects on our 11-year friendship and shares his journey from buying a dive shop at 17 to becoming an international sales manager and eventually a prolific author with 14 books published. We delve into the importance o…

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211 - Jake Swinglehurst – CEO – Lucas’ Papaw Remedies 34:26

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jake Swinglehurst, the CEO of Lucas' Papaw Remedies. Jake, who has been sporting his iconic mustache for seven years, shares the fascinating history of Lucas' Papaw Remedies, a family-owned business founded by Dr. Lucas in 1910. Jake discusses the legacy carried on through six generations, the ch…

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210 - Rex Urwin - Business Consulting - Executive Coach - Mind Matters 48:25

3M ago48:25

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In this episode, I reconnect with my long-time friend and mentor Rex Urwin, who joins me on the Arete Podcast. Rex shares his journey from coaching to mentoring, emphasising the transformative potential within each individual. We discuss the significance of mentorship, the evolution of personal growth, and the role of ancient wisdoms and practices …

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Arete Coach 1217 Stephen Bruyant-Langer "Design Your Future: Blueprint for Life and Career Success" 53:23

3M ago53:23

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In this insightful episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, host Severin Sorensen interviews Stephen Bruyant-Langer, a distinguished executive coach, keynote speaker, bestselling author, associate professor, and founder of The Personal Business Plan (PBP). Recorded on February 28, 2025, via Zoom, this episode explores transformative coaching methodologi…

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Arete Coach 1216 Krista Crawford "Leading with Kindness: On Executive Coaching and Cultural Intelligence" 1:08:06

4M ago1:08:06

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast hosted by Severin Sorensen with an episode titled "Leading with Kindness: On Executive Coaching and Cultural Intelligence." In this episode, Severin engages with Dr. Krista Crawford, a distinguished Vistage Chair, speaker, consultant, professor, and leadership strategist. Krista holds a PhD in Organizational Manag…

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AreteCoach 1215 Severin Sorensen "That We Might Live Free" 22:17

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That We Might Live Free A Memorial Day Tribute | Arete Coach™ Podcast with Severin Sorensen. A Special tribute featuring Jay Stringham (posthumously), Irving Ray Stringham Jr., and the Stringham family legacy. In this special Memorial Day edition of the Arete Coach™ Podcast, host Severin Sorensen departs from his usual exploration of executive coac…

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Arete Coach 1214 Susan Motkaluk: "From Engineering Expertise to Master Chair Leadership" 58:40

5M ago58:40

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In this engaging episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, titled "From Engineering Expertise to Master Chair Leadership," host Severin Sorensen interviews Susan Motkaluk, a visionary leader, Master Chair, CEO, and Board Advisor with TEC Canada. With over 25 years of experience spanning civil engineering, project management, infrastructure innovation, an…

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AC 1213 Wai K Leong MCC "Mastery in Motion — Journey to Coaching Excellence and Leadership Impact" 57:58

5M ago57:58

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode titled "Mastery in Motion — Journey to Coaching Excellence and Leadership Impact," Severin speaks with Dr. Wai K Leong, an accomplished ICF Master Certified Coach (MCC), ICF Global Board Director, and Founder of JMC Coach Mastery Academy. Recorded on December 20, 2024, …

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208 - Mark Billsborough - Managing Director - Bennett + Bennett 35:16

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In this episode, I sit down with Mark, the Managing Director of Bennett + Bennett. We discuss his experiences growing up in Brisbane, his journey in the land surveying industry, and his rise through the ranks at Bennett and Bennett. Mark shares insights on the company’s history, their involvement in major projects like Snowy Hydro and Gold Coast Li…

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Arete Coach 1212 Clare Norman "Mastering the Art of Coaching: On Readiness, Supervision, and Growth" 1:02:41

7M ago1:02:41

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"Mastering the Art of Coaching: On Readiness, Supervision, and Growth." In this episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, host Severin Sorensen welcomes Clare Norman, a Master Certified Coach (MCC), author, and master mentor coach based in Brockenhurst, England. With over 25 years of experience in leadership and coaching, Clare specializes in executive c…

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Arete Coach 1211 Severin Sorensen "Navigating Choppy Economic Waters Like a Captain" 25:53

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In this timely episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, host Severin Sorensen provides an essential guide for CEOs and business leaders navigating the turbulent economic landscape following the introduction of new tariffs by the Trump administration. Recorded on March 5, 2025, this episode explores the undercurrents of financial markets reacting sharply…

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Arete Coach 1210 Severin Sorensen "Building Bridges in Coaching, Leadership, and AI" 1:08:59

7M ago1:08:59

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Arete Coach Podcast - Episode 1210 - with Severin Sorensen, "Building Bridges in Coaching, Leadership, and AI" Featuring Guest Host: Larry Cassidy as he interviews Severin Sorensen Recorded: December 12, 2024 Join us for a special milestone episode as guest host Larry Cassidy, a Vistage Master Chair, takes over the mic to interview Severin Sorensen…

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Arete Coach 1209 Talmage Boston "How the Best Led: Presidential Lessons for Today’s Leaders" 57:35

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In this episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, host Severin Sorensen sits down with Talmage Boston, a distinguished attorney, author, speaker, and presidential historian. With over four decades of experience in commercial litigation and a deep passion for history, Talmage shares invaluable insights from his latest book, How the Best Did It: Leadership…

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Arete Coach 1208 Severin Sorensen "Where Words Fail, Music Speaks: AI Adds Artistry" 1:06:22

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In this special edition of the Arete Coach Podcast, Severin Sorensen explores the intersection of AI and music, reflecting on his personal journey with AI-assisted composition. Hans Christian Andersen wrote, "Where words fail, music speaks." What's the music in you that needs voice and delivery? In this episode, Sorensen explores AI’s potential to …

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Arete Coach 1207 Dr Patrick Williams "Unlocking Coaching Mastery" 56:42

8M ago56:42

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, recorded via Zoom on November 27, 2024, we are joined by Dr. Patrick Williams with an episode titled "Unlocking Coaching Mastery." Dr. Williams is a pioneer in the coaching profession, Master Certified Coach (MCC), and founder of the Institute for Life Coach Training (…

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Arete Coach 1206 Severin Sorensen "The Business Leader's Guide to AI: Framework-Driven Strategy for the Digital Age" 52:22

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, titled, "The Business Leader's Guide to AI: Framework-Driven Strategy for the Digital Age," recorded on January 26, 2025, Sorensen shares insights from his groundbreaking presentation at Cambridge Judge Business School Executive Education programme where he discussed h…

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207 - Nick Symonds - Architect - MAS - Architecture Studio 28:17

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In this episode of the Arete Podcast, I welcome Nick Symonds, the director of MAS, a Brisbane-based architecture studio specialising in hotels, resorts, and multi-residential projects.Nick shares insights into his company's focus, the transition from an established firm to starting his own business during COVID, and the strategic decisions that pav…

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Arete Coach 1205 Nicky Terblanche PhD "From Code to Coaching: Vision for AI-Assisted Development" 1:09:47

8M ago1:09:47

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen with an episode with Dr. Nicky Terblanche's titled, "From Code to Coaching: Vision for AI-Assisted Development." In this episode, recorded via Zoom on November 27th, 2024, we are joined by Dr. Nicky Terblanche, an associate professor of leadership coaching and information systems at Ste…

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Arete Coach 1204 Pete Sciabarra "Will Over Skill: Building High-Performance Teams Through Purpose-Driven Leadership" 1:06:01

9M ago1:06:01

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. With an episode titled "Will Over Skill: Building High-Performance Teams Through Purpose-Driven Leadership." In this episode, recorded via Zoom on November 13, 2024, we are joined by Pete Sciabarra, an executive coach, Vistage Chair, and former Vistage corporate executive. Pete brings …

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Arete Coach 1203 Sam Spear "Movement as Medicine: Exploring Movement and Meaning With Athletic Psychology" 59:40

9M ago59:40

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen, with an episode that explores "Movement as Medicine: Exploring Movement and Meaning With Athletic Psychology." In this episode, recorded via Zoom on October 1st, 2024, we are joined by Sam Spear, founder and CEO of Coaching Instinct. Sam brings a unique blend of expertise as an executi…

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Arete Coach 1202 Brian Biro "The Art of Breakthrough Leadership" 44:12

10M ago44:12

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen with an episode titled, "The Art of Breakthrough Leadership." In this episode, recorded via phone, we are joined by Brian Biro, widely known as America's Breakthrough Speaker. With nearly 2,000 presentations delivered globally, Brian has inspired audiences from Fortune 500 companies lik…

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Arete Coach 1201 "The 60 Best Executive Coaching Podcasts to Follow in 2024" 57:37

10M ago57:37

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The 60 Best Executive Coaching Podcasts to Follow in 2024. Join us for this special edition of the Arete Coach Podcast as we unveil our meticulously researched ranking of the 60 most impactful executive coaching podcasts for 2024. This comprehensive guide represents countless hours of analysis, combining rigorous methodology with direct listener fe…

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Arete Coach 1200 "Wisdom Walkers: A Celebration of 200 Episodes in the Pursuit of Arete" 1:58:06

10M ago1:58:06

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Welcome to the 200th episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, marking a remarkable four-year journey exploring excellence in executive coaching. This episode is titled, "Wisdom Walkers: A Celebration of 200 Episodes in the Pursuit of Arete." In this special milestone episode, host Severin Sorensen weaves together insights and wisdom from 29 distinguishe…

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Arete Coach 1200 "Wisdom Walkers: Four Years, 200 Episodes, One Quest for Arete" 1:58:06

10M ago1:58:06

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Welcome to the 200th episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, marking a remarkable four-year journey exploring excellence in executive coaching. In this special milestone episode, host Severin Sorensen weaves together insights and wisdom from 29 distinguished Vistage Chairs who have shaped the landscape of peer group leadership and executive coaching. F…

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Arete Coach 1199 Becky Tolnay "From Five-Star Service to Executive Excellence: A Vistage Chair's Quality-Driven Leadership Journey" 1:06:25

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, recorded via Zoom on October 22nd, 2024, we are joined by Becky Tolnay, a Vistage Chair and Professional Facilitator based in Tallahassee, Florida. This episode is titled, "From Five-Star Service to Executive Excellence: A Vistage Chair's Quality-Driven Leadership Jour…

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Arete Coach 1198 Seth Kopald PhD "The Power of Self-Leadership: Transforming Executive Performance Through Internal Family Systems" 52:11

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. This week's episode is titled "The Power of Self-Leadership: Transforming Executive Performance Through Internal Family Systems." In this episode, we are joined by Seth Kopald, PhD, a Level 3 Certified Internal Family Systems Practitioner with expertise in organizational management and…

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Arete Coach 1197 Rupal Patel Owning Your Weird: Unconventional Paths to Success" 54:35

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, recorded on September 10th, 2024, we are joined by Rupal Patel—best-selling author, speaker, and expert in leadership and talent development. Titled "Owning Your Weird: Unconventional Paths to Success," the episode highlights Rupal's inspiring journey and the lessons s…

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Arete Coach 1196 Severin Sorensen "The Mindshare Multiplier, Empowering Coaches with AI Sidekicks" 30:02

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, titled, "The Mindshare Multiplier, Empowering Coaches with AI Sidekicks," Severin explores the cutting-edge intersection of AI and executive coaching. As an early adopter and experimenter with over 20 AI models, including OpenAI's ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Anthropic Clau…

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Arete Coach 1195 Hannah Finrow MCC "Don't ever stop being Hannah" 53:31

1y ago53:31

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, recorded via Zoom on September 13th, 2024, we are honored to have Hannah Finrow, a Master Certified Coach (MCC) with the International Coach Federation (ICF). Hannah is renowned for her expertise as a Life Coach, Executive Coach, and global coaching expert. She serves …

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Arete Coach 1194 Ruchira Chaudhary "Coaching as a Life Skill: Listening, Leading, and Lifting Others" 56:54

1y ago56:54

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, titled, "Coaching as a Life Skill: Listening, Leading, and Lifting Others," we are honored to have Ruchira Chaudhary, a distinguished executive coach, author, and CEO of True North Consulting. Ruchira is renowned for her expertise in leadership development, coaching, a…

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Arete Coach 1193 Michael Reddington "Disciplined Listening From Interrogation Rooms to Boardrooms" 1:00:57

1y ago1:00:57

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, we are honored to have Michael Reddington, a certified forensic interviewer and the author of "The Disciplined Listening Method." From our conversation, Reddington remarked, "Life is a series of solvable problems. So you can choose to focus on the problem or you can ch…

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Arete Coach 1192 Severin Sorensen "We are all Beekeepers: protecting the elderly from fraud" 57:11

1y ago57:11

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"We Are All Beekeepers: Protecting the Elderly from Fraud" is a powerful episode of the Arete Coach Podcast that delves into the critical issue of elder fraud. Host Severin Sorensen shares a personal story of his 84-year-old mother nearly falling victim to a sophisticated scam, highlighting how even educated and experienced individuals can be vulne…

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Arete Coach 1191 Severin Sorensen "Referrals: the currency of trust" 1:27:31

1y ago1:27:31

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In this special episode of The Arete Coach Podcast, host Severin Sorensen explores the timeless power of referrals in business development, particularly in the world of executive coaching. Drawing from personal experiences and extensive research, Severin discusses why referrals are more than just a marketing strategy—they are a testament to trust a…

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Arete Coach 1190 Coach Wisdom from Wise Women, Part 3 36:34

1y ago36:34

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This is the Arete Coach Podcast where we explore the art and science of executive coaching. This week we introduce the third installment of the "Coach Wisdom from Wise Women" series, wherein host Severin Sorensen explores the insights and experiences of three exceptional female executive coaches and Vistage Chairs: Michelle Barry, Bridget Wendman, …

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Arete Coach 1189 Severin Sorensen "Family-Owned Business Leadership Transitions Revisited" 52:10

1y ago52:10

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In this episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, host Severin Sorensen explores the critical topic of leadership transitions in family-owned businesses—an issue that’s more relevant than ever with approximately 40% of these businesses in the U.S. planning to transition leadership within the next five years. Drawing from recent research and real-world ca…

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Arete Coach 1188 Severin Sorensen "Beyond the AI Hype: Lessons from Leaders and Laggards" 1:07:12

1y ago1:07:12

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, recorded on August 5th, 2024, Severin explores the critical topic of AI adoption in business. As an expert in leveraging AI for business growth and the author of "The AI Whisperer" Series, Severin brings valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities presented…

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Arete Coach 1187 Severin Sorensen ""Mastering the Art of AI Prompting: Insights from The AI Whisperer 2nd Edition" 41:18

1y ago41:18

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen where we explore the Art and Science of Executive Coaching. In this special episode, recorded on July 29, 2024, we celebrate the release of Severin Sorensen's "Author's Reading" of the Audible edition of his latest book, "The AI Whisperer, 2nd Edition: Handbook for Leveraging Conversati…

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Arete Coach 1186 Louis-Samuel Jacques "On Being Grateful, Generous, and Relevant" 59:56

1y ago59:56

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, episode 1186, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this enlightening episode titled "On Being Grateful, Generous, and Relevant," we are honored to have Louis-Samuel Jacques, a TEC Canada Master Chair, CEO Coach, and Speaker with TEC Canada and Vistage Worldwide. Recorded via Zoom on July 1st, 2024, this conversation de…

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Arete Coach 1185 Terrie Lupberger MCC "From Government Dough to Helping People Grow: A Coach's Journey in Mastering ICF Coaching Competencies" 1:08:00

1y ago1:08:00

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode titled "From Government Dough to Helping People Grow: A Coach's Journey in Mastering ICF Coaching Competencies," we feature Terrie Lupberger, MCC. Recorded on September 29th, 2022, this episode explores Terrie's remarkable transition from a 14-year career at the U.S. De…

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Arete Coach 1184 Jack Gelman "Beyond Success - Living a Life of Importance" 1:02:38

1y ago1:02:38

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In this episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, host Severin Sorensen interviews Jack Gelman, CEO of Gelman Associates LLC, revealing profound insights into leadership, coaching, and personal transformation. Recorded on June 18, 2024, Jack shares his extensive experience navigating the business world, including pivotal roles such as Anderson Partner an…

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Arete Coach 1183 Janet Fogarty "The Left-Hand Margin" 1:02:55

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In this enlightening episode of the Arete Coach Podcast, host Severin Sorensen sits down with Janet Fogarty, a Vistage master chair with over two decades of experience in executive coaching. Janet shares her unique approach to coaching, which emphasizes intuition and active listening while discussing the crucial balance between intuitive practices …

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Arete Coach 1182 Richard Bosworth "The Chief Tormentor as CEO Coach" 1:06:38

1+ y ago1:06:38

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Welcome to the Arete Coach Podcast, hosted by Severin Sorensen. In this episode, recorded via Zoom on April 27, 2020, we are honored to have Richard Bosworth, founder and CEO of What If Forums, an executive coaching practice established in 1967 in London. Richard was a former TEC Vistage UK chair known for his candid and insightful coaching style, …