Best Marc Koehler Podcasts (2025)

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Ep.193: Beyond Command and Control: How to Lead with Purpose, Meaning, & Empower People, with Marc Koehler | Leadership Podcasts 1:11:44

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Leaders, are you leading with purpose and empowering your people? (Or offering them enough autonomy, if you prefer that to the 'e' word!). If you're not sure, then this week's episode is worth a listen. I'm joined by Leadership Consultant, Former Nuclear Submarine Officer, and Speaker, Marc Koehler. Marc shares his insights on modern leadership, em…

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Listening, Virtues & Harmony: The Music of Leadership with Pianist Felipe Gomez 1:07:36

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders’ podcast, host Marc Koehler has a captivating conversation with Felipe Gomez, an accomplished pianist, global keynote speaker, and leadership expert. Felipe shares how his lifelong passion for music has shaped his understanding of leadership, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence. Drawing from his signatur…

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Ep.192: The Trust Trap in Leadership & Life, and How to Trust Without Getting Burned, with Clay Moffat | Leadership Podcasts 1:26:47

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Are we misunderstanding trust, and ignoring the red flags that lead to betrayal? It's a question that everyone, leaders and followers, could learn from. And I'm joined on Leading with Integrity this week by Clay Moffat, author of the Trust Trap, to talk about this question (and hopefully find an answer). Clay explains the concept of trust, its dyna…

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Directing Leadership: The Legendary USC Spirit of Troy Marching Band with Dr. Jacob Vogel 1:23:16

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leader’s podcast, host Marc Koehler has an engaging conversation with Dr. Jacob Vogel, Director of the Spirit of Troy, otherwise known as “the greatest marching band in the history of the universe, “ at the University of Southern California. They explore the leadership lessons behind one of the most iconic collegiat…

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Ep.191: Made Not Born: The 6 Pillars of Effective Leadership, with Jim Carlough | Leadership Podcasts 1:17:40

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Ep.190: Leaders Who Coach and the B.U.I.L.D Framework for Growing Ambitious Businesses, with Sarah Yandell | Leadership Podcasts 1:02:15

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Are you a leader who coaches? More of a mentor? Bit of both? I'm joined for this week's episode by business coach, Sarah Yandell, to talk about the role of coaching and mentoring in your business, how it can help shape your leadership and why you should be taking a similar approach for those you lead. We'll also hear about Sarah's B.U.I.L.D. framew…

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Compassionate Leadership in High-Stakes Medicine with Dr. Paula Ferrada 50:09

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler has a compelling conversation with Dr. Paula Ferrada, a pioneering trauma and acute care surgeon and Chair of Surgery at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus. They explore what it means to lead when lives hang in the balance. Paula shares her journey from Colombia to becoming the first Col…

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Ep.189: Self-Sabotage, Human Nature, and Leadership: Lessons from the Entertainment Industry, with Albert Bramante | Leadership Podcasts 1:17:46

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If like me you've ever procrastinated, or gotten too focused on making something "perfect", then you're familiar with the concept of self-sabotaging behaviour. This week I'm joined by talent agent, Psychology Ph.D., certified Hypnotist and NLP Practitioner, Albert Bramante. Together, we'll delve into the nuances of leadership, self-sabotage, and th…

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Ep.188: What I Learned About People from Implementing A.I. & Other Leadership Lessons, with Lynn Colepaugh | Leadership Podcasts 1:08:15

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At first glance, the phrases "leveraging AI" and "People-first" seem mutually exclusive, or at least competing priorities, don't they? Today on Leading with Integrity, we'll be hearing why that's a flawed assumption, and how the reality is more complex. My guest is Founder, Strategist, and Human–AI Collaborator, Lynn Colepaugh. We talk about how th…

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Listening as a Leadership Superpower with Jeffrey Yip 48:04

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler sits down with Jeffrey Yip, a leadership professor at Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business and creator of the “Listen and Build” framework. They explore why listening, not speaking, is a leader’s most powerful tool. Drawing on years of research, Jeff explains how gen…

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Ep.187: How to Lead with Impact and Why It’s ALL About the People, with Michael Dillard | Leadership Podcasts 1:10:49

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Ever feel like you need to be more diplomatic? Want to be a more impactful leader? If yes to either (or both), then check out this week's episode of Leading with Integrity. I'll be speaking with Michael Dillard, a executive coach and retired US diplomat. Michael shares his insights on leadership, integrity, and the importance of adaptability in cha…

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Ep.186: The Art of Negotiation and Communication - How to Master Your Conversations, with Alistair McBride | Leadership Podcasts 1:24:42

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If you've ever wished you were a better negotiator, or could handle those inevitable difficult conversations more productively, then this is the podcast episode for you! I'm joined by Negotiation and Communication expert, Al McBride and we'll be talking about the dos and don'ts of negotiation and communication. Al has a useful, practical view on th…

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Hacking the Brain for Better Leadership with Dr. Paul J. Zak 1:03:00

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler has a fascinating conversation with Dr. Paul J. Zak, a pioneering neuroscientist and leading expert on trust, purpose, and human connection. They dive into the science of leadership, exploring how oxytocin, stress, and shared purpose shape stronger teams and higher performance. Pau…

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Ep.185: Mental Health at Work: An Essential of Modern Leadership, with Gary Parsons | Leadership Podcasts 1:45:35

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Are you a selfish leader? May not be a bad thing, in the context of today's conversation, because this week on Leading with Integrity we're tackling one of the big issues: mental health at work, and in leadership. I'm joined by Gary Parsons, a speaker and mentor, expert in leadership well-being and creator of Selfish Leadership™. We'll be talking a…

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Ep.184: Values, Integrity, and How to Lead, from 25 Years Running International Companies, with Vaishali Shah | Leadership Podcasts 1:09:23

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Imagine for a moment that you have 25 years experience running your team or business. What would you have achieved in that time? What business lessons could you have learned? What would leadership look and feel like to you now? Well, you don't have to tax your imagination too far today, because this week's guest has done just that, here to share th…

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The AAA Framework for Overcoming Life’s Setbacks and Leading Yourself with Dan MacQueen 41:04

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler has an inspiring conversation with Dan MacQueen, a keynote speaker and resilience expert who rebuilt his life after surviving two brain hemorrhages and years of grueling recovery. They explore the mindset shifts and daily habits that empower individuals to overcome even the toughes…

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Ep.183: The Art of Influence: How Coaching, Integrity, & Leadership Grow Your Career, with Daphne Valcin | Leadership podcasts 59:08

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Are you being strategic with your career? Are you promotion-ready? Have you sought out leadership mentors or tried coaching? If not, this episode of Leading with Integrity might be helpful... I'm joined this week by Daphne Valcin, an Executive Coach, Keynote Speaker, Leadership Trainer, DiSC Facilitator, CEO and Founder. Daphne shares her journey f…

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Ep.182: The 4-Day Week, Hybrid Work, Leadership, and the Future of Productivity, with Richard Lee | Leadership podcasts 1:23:58

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Is there one right answer to greater productivity? Could it be the 4-day work week? Or hybrid? Remote? Instant chat? ...Leadership...? Join my guest Richard Lee and I, as we explore the future of productivity and the leadership challenges involved on Leading with Integrity this week. Richard shares his insights on leadership, creativity, and produc…

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What Growing Sweet Corn Teaches Us About Leadership with Selena Virden 52:18

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler sits down with Selena Virden, Vice President of Global Seed Production at IFSI, a leader in vegetable seed genetics. Selena shares her remarkable journey from a teenager juggling multiple jobs in rural Idaho to leading complex, global seed operations that help feed millions. With c…

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Ep.181: Dealing with Low Confidence, Self Doubt, and Slaying Imposter Syndrome, with John Little | Leadership podcasts 1:25:31

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An all too common challenge for leaders of all career level and walks of life is those "I don't deserve this" feeling, a.k.a. the imposter experience, commonly called 'imposter syndrome'. If that's something you've experienced then I hope you'll give today's episode a listen. Because I'll be speaking with the Imposter Syndrome Slayer himself, John …

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Ep.180: How to Build Happy Teams: Using Your Voice to Lead with Service and Purpose, with Chris Wilson | Leadership Podcasts 58:42

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What's your purpose? Is it an internal driver, or an external expectation? What's the difference, and why does that matter...? Well, listen to find out as I'm joined by Coach, Speaker, Facilitator, Mentor, and Trainer: Chris Wilson. We'll be exploring the concept of purpose in leadership and life, how it influences happiness and career satisfaction…

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The Death of Demographics and the Rise of Values-Centered Leadership with David Allison 56:52

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler sits down with David Allison, a two-time bestselling author, keynote speaker, and the world’s leading expert on human values. Together, they explore why traditional demographic-based leadership strategies are failing in today’s workplace and what to do instead. David introduces his…

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Ep.179: Leading with Inclusion – the Role of Trust, Diversity, and Leadership in a Modern Workplace, with Delphia Howze | Leadership Podcast 1:00:55

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What does real inclusion at work look like, and what role should leaders have in building it? In this episode of Leading with Integrity, I'm joined by Inclusion Strategist and Author Delphia Howze, an expert in diversity and inclusion, with 20 years leadership experience. We discuss the how and why of creating inclusive workplaces; such as the ripp…

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Ep.178: Leadership Frame of Mind: The Thinking Strategies of Amazing Leaders, with Kim Ades | Leadership Podcasts 1:00:12

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Are you in the leadership frame of mind? I'm joined this week by Kim Ades, President and Founder of Frame of Mind Coaching, a pioneer in the field of leadership coaching, with a unique philosophy and direct coaching style that helps leaders focus their thinking towards extraordinary results. We'll be talking about that frame of mind question and th…

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Winning the War on Talent: How to Develop Your People with George Randle 1:01:04

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler has a powerful conversation with George Randle, Army Vet, talent expert, and co-author of the best-selling book The Talent War. With a background that spans military command and leadership at Fortune 100 companies, George offers a unique perspective on what it truly takes to build …

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Ep.177: Optimism, Resilience, and Navigating Success: Building Strength in Business, with Lindsey Burden | Leadership podcasts 1:16:28

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How do you maintain optimism in the face of ...well... the last 3 or 4 years, frankly!? A recurring theme of Leading with Integrity this year has been resilience, and today I'm talking with Business Coach, Mentor, Speaker, & fellow Podcast Host, Lindsey Burden about optimism, redefining success, resilience, purpose, vision, life, and more. Lindsey …

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Ep.176: Mental Health, Mental Fitness, the Black Belt Mindset & the Role of Leadership, with Raj Soren | Leadership podcasts 55:42

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It's well established that physical fitness is important, what about mental fitness? How in-shape is your mindset? This week, I'm joined by Mindset, Business, & Stress Coach, Raj Soren, also the author of Black Belt Mindset. We discuss why mental health in the workplace is not to be overlooked, stigmatised, or ignored, the role and responsibilities…

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Sentenced, Shattered, and Reborn: An Ex-Felon’s Leadership Story with Rashmi Airan 51:40

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This might be one of the most important episodes of Surfacing Leaders we’ve released. In this gripping conversation, host Marc Koehler sits down with Rashmi Airan, ex-felon, lawyer, keynote speaker, and self-proclaimed unapologetic truth-teller, whose fall from grace led her through the darkest chapter of her life and into the brightest clarity of …

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Ep.175: Why Introverts Make Great Leaders, and How You Can Do It Too, with Stacey Chazin | Leadership for New Managers 1:01:32

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"Introverts aren't good leaders" "I'd like to see you be more outgoing" "We're looking for extroversion in our leaders here" Sound familiar? Yeah, me too. It's hogwash though, rubbish, nonsense. I'm joined this week by Stacey Chazin, leadership coach for introverts, to discuss this crucial topic and expand our understanding of leadership, with prac…

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Ep.174: Leadership Through Kindness, Confidence and Good Decisions with the Mindlocksmith, Matt Sturgess | Leadership podcast 1:42:40

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Do you possess the key to unlock YOUR mind..? If not, then you're in luck. Because this week I'm joined by Matt Sturgess, the Mindlocksmith. We'll be discussing all kinds of mind and leadership related topics from the impact of stress on creativity and productivity, the importance of understanding the mind, how to manage anxiety and build resilienc…

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How to Lead When Everything's Burning Down with Fire Chief David Parsons 1:01:53

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler reconnects with Fire Chief David Parsons of the Oceanside Fire Department to explore what leadership looks like when the stakes are at their highest. Chief Parsons shares the gripping story of the April 2024 Oceanside Pier fire, one of the most high-risk, high-visibility events in …

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Ep.173: Serious Leadership and Laughing At Yourself; Lessons from Life as a Professional Clown, with Eddy Smits | Leadership podcast 1:12:29

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What can every leader stand to learn from the life of a professional clown? A unique question, for a singular guest, as this week I'm joined by Motivational Speaker, Author, and former Hospital Clown, Eddy Smits. As he shares his journey from teacher to professional clown we talk about the importance of humor in leadership and personal development,…

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Ep.172: The Art of Influence, Visibility & Leadership, From TV to Helping Other Solopreneurs, with Vinnie Potestivo | Leadership podcasts 1:12:07

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What do MTV and Solopreneurs have in common? This guy! (By which I mean, this week's guest). I'm joined on Leading with Integrity this week by Emmy Award-winning visibility strategist, media advisor, and talent brand builder, Vinnie Potestivo. We'll be talking visibility and identity, leadership, talent development, and the role of storytelling. Vi…

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Listening with Markers: Making Strategy Stick through Visual Storytelling with Lindsay Wilson 47:29

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler welcomes Lindsay Wilson, co-founder and CEO of Ink Factory Studio, to explore how visual storytelling transforms communication and leadership. Lindsay shares her journey from military base beginnings to becoming a leader in visual note-taking and collaborative communication. She ex…

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Ep.171: Being Yourself and Living Your Values – Leadership for Solopreneurs, with Daniel J. Moore | Leadership podcasts 1:18:38

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I'm extremely glad to drop this week's episode with the branding mercenary himself, Daniel J. Moore. Dan is an incredible advocate of the solopreneur life, living your values, and being strategic with your brand. He's got some entertaining leadership stories to share. And he embodies (pretty much) everything he says. So this chat was more than grea…

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Ep.170: Your Startup Partner - Revolutionizing Business, Leadership and Management Through Kindness, with Lee Lam | Leadership podcasts 1:34:27

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I'm very pleased to welcome back Your Startup Partner, Lee Lam, to Leading with Integrity. We talk about everything from Lee's journey from corporate career to solopreneur, to empathy and emotional intelligence in effective leadership. A lovely chat about business and leadership that takes us via topics like the shortcomings of traditional consulti…

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Young Minds, Big Shifts: The Gen Z Workforce of Tomorrow with Engineer Sophie Koehler 49:38

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler has a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation with special guest and daughter, Sophie Koehler, a young engineer and emerging Gen Z leader who is reshaping what leadership looks like today—and tomorrow. Sophie shares her experience growing up in the orbit of high-stakes leadership, o…

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Ep.169: Small Business is Where It’s At, Leadership and Impact as a Business of One, with Emma Friendship-Kilburn | Leadership podcasts 1:13:32

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"SMEs are where it's at" If you're looking for the best place to make an individual impact, as a leader, founder, or team-member, small business is the place to be. This month on Leading with Integrity I'm talking exclusively to solopreneurs, freelancers, businesses of one. First up is a wonderful conversation with Emma Friendship-Kilburn of EmmPow…

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Ep.168: Their Success is My Success – A Leadership Mindset with Intention, Inspiration, & Impact, with Dennis J Henson | Leadership podcasts 1:03:25

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"Their success is my success" - is a quote from this week's episode as well as a lovely way to look at leadership. In this conversation, my guest Dennis Henson shares his journey from being a struggling student to a successful real estate investor and author. We discuss the importance of mentorship, the power of teaching as a learning tool (for the…

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Living Life by Choice, Not Chance, with Former NFL Cheerleader & Cancer Survivor Charlene Wheeless 1:09:54

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler has a powerful and deeply personal conversation with Charlene Wheeless, former NFL cheerleader, women’s keynote speaker, best-selling author, and leadership expert. Charlene’s story is a testament to the power of resilience, authenticity, and conscious choice. Through her experienc…

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Ep.167: Leadership and Communication – How To Go From ‘Mad Men’ To The Four Levels of Listening, with Phyllis Dealy | Leadership podcasts 1:10:23

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Do you think of yourself as a good listener? Have you heard of the 4-levels of listening? As with most things, there is a system... This week, I'm joined by Communications Expert and Systems Awareness Strategist, Phyllis Dealy, to discuss the critical role of awareness and listening in effective leadership. We'll be chatting all things from Mad Men…

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Ep.166 Fearless Business: Leading With Impact, Purpose, and Fulfillment, with Robin Waite | Leadership podcasts for new founders 1:21:38

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Are you fulfilled at work? As a leader? As a business-owner? It's not a loaded question, but it is an important one. This week on Leading with Integrity, I'll be chatting with Business Coach, Author, and Entrepreneur Robin Waite, who shares his journey from running a marketing agency to becoming a business coach. Key themes of the conversation incl…

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The Psychology of Success with English Premier League Pro Footballer Paul McVeigh 1:01:22

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In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler has a compelling conversation about performance psychology with Paul McVeigh, a former professional football player (soccer, if you’re in the US) from Belfast, Northern Ireland, who competed at the highest levels of the English Premier League. After a decade-long career with clubs …

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Ep.165: The Alchemy of Leadership and How To Apply Lessons of History to Being a Better Leader Today, with Emma Gabor | Leadership podcasts 1:02:31

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Last week we talked about the science of leadership, and this week we're making a sharp turn to the alchemy, magic, and historical perspective on it, and on life and society more generally. To help me do that, I'm joined by Emma Gabor, a Cultural Leader, Historian and Storyteller. Emma shares her journey as a cultural entrepreneur and the lessons l…

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Ep.164: The Science of Leadership and How to Lead Like a Four-Star General, with Tom Collins | Leadership podcasts 1:19:05

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Like anything involving people, leadership can be a pretty subjective concept, which is why I always love exploring the more objective side of it, and who better to get some insights into that from than @Tom Collins, host of The Science of Leadership podcast and author of the upcoming book, The Four Stars of Leadership. In our conversation today, w…

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From Cold War Cat-and-Mouse to Aviation Courtrooms and Boeing Boardrooms with Mark C. Fava 47:54

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Some leaders talk about pressure—others have lived it. In this episode of Surfacing Leaders, host Marc Koehler sits down with Mark Fava—former naval flight officer, aviation lawyer, Boeing executive, and best-selling author—to uncover the hard truths about leadership when every decision matters. They discuss the high-stakes world of Cold War submar…

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Ep.163: The Mode Switch: Digital Overwhelm, Communication, & the Future of Work with Craig Mattson | Leadership podcasts 1:20:58

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What mode of work are you in in your life right now? If you don't know the answer, then tune in to this week's episode of Leading with Integrity, because we're going to find out what some of those modes look like. I'm joined by Dr. Craig Mattson to discuss the nuances of communication in the workplace, particularly focusing on indirect communicatio…

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ILW25 Bonus Episode: My Leadership Legacy - Values and Collaboration for International Leadership Week 2025 | Leadership podcasts 21:09

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In this episode, I'll be celebrating International Leadership Week by discussing the theme of leadership legacy. I emphasize the importance of understanding one's leadership values and how they shape the legacy a leader leaves behind. And will reflect on the core values of Leading with Integrity: putting people before profit, the significance of fo…

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Ep.162: Operational Excellence, Positive Culture, and Leadership in Scaling Businesses, with Emma Rainville | Leadership podcasts 59:56

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Want to achieve operational excellence in your team? Then don't miss this week's episode of Leading with Integrity. I'm joined by Emma Rainville, also known as the 'Wizard of Ops', to discuss the critical role of company culture in achieving operational excellence. Emma shares her journey to becoming a COO, the release of her book 'Scope', and the …

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The Millennial Construction Leader Who Defies Expectations with Lucas Silva 53:51

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What does it take to lead in an industry that’s evolving faster than ever? In this episode of the Surfacing Leaders podcast, host Marc Koehler sits down with Lucas Silva, a dynamic operations leader in the construction industry. They explore what it takes to lead in one of the most demanding and rapidly evolving fields. Lucas shares his journey—fro…