Best Rusty Gaillard Podcasts (2025)

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The Success Trifecta: How to Win More, Work Less, and Love It All 20:03

3d ago20:03

20:03

Send us a text Your quality of life as a leader is directly tied to how well you leverage your team. Two real client stories illustrate this concept, one of which demonstrates the Success Trifecta—being more successful at work, working less, and actually enjoying your job. But how do you get there? This episode dives deep into the essential skillse…

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Leadership for Nice Guys. Or Don't Be Like Justin Baldoni. 15:48

10d ago15:48

15:48

Send us a text Is it possible to be too nice as a leader? We examine this question using the tension between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively as a real-world lens into leadership challenges. Explore how excessive niceness can become a barrier to strength, clarity, and effectiveness in leadership. Listen to learn four key truths about leadership and …

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Gen X Grit Meets Gen Z Curiosity: Leading Across Generations 22:34

18d ago22:34

22:34

Send us a text In this episode of Do Something Different, Rusty Gaillard sits down with Erin Mantz, VP of Marketing at Zeno Group and founder of Gen X Girls Grow Up. They dive into the importance of your first boss, how generational traits shape leadership styles, and what Gen X can learn from Gen Z in today’s workplace. From latchkey resilience to…

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SEVERANCE Teaches You Leadership Lessons? 14:33

25d ago14:33

14:33

Send us a text Ever feel like your corporate experience is just a little too similar to dystopian fiction? From emotional avoidance to culture as control, Severance hits uncomfortably close to the reality of corporate life—and offers a blueprint for leading with more authenticity, presence, and connection. Learn to stop operating like “outies”—deta…

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3 Ways to Make Better Decisions 15:10

1M ago15:10

15:10

Send us a text Leaders often find themselves with competing decision-making frameworks: impact vs. optics, managing risk vs. capturing potential, what you want vs. what you should do. This is a recipe for bad decisions. There's also a fundamental problem with analytical decision-making. Even the most rigorous frameworks can be manipulated to justif…

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Manage Your Team like a CEO 19:47

1M ago19:47

19:47

Send us a text There's a big gap between how most managers lead their teams and how the best CEOs drive organizational success. A good CEO builds a team that makes strategic decisions, executes independently, and continuously improves. Many mid-level leaders remain trapped in cycles of micromanagement, approval-seeking, and task-oriented direction.…

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How to Win Every Interview... And More Job Search Tips with Andy Mowat 17:27

2M ago17:27

17:27

Send us a text At a senior level, jobs aren't posted... they're whispered. Join CEO of Whispered Andy Mowat for this conversation on how to run a successful job search. You'll learn: Why clarity and specificity are critical to an effective executive job search The counterintuitive reason why narrowing your focus actually creates more opportunities …

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5 Steps to Earn More Respect as a Leader 10:56

2M ago10:56

10:56

Send us a text Most professionals claim they want to be respected as leaders, but they act like they want to be liked. This disconnect prevents many talented individuals from achieving their full leadership potential and earning the respect they desire. Discover why the behaviors that feel most comfortable may be the very ones limiting your effecti…

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More Strategic Decisions in 3 Steps 15:35

2M ago15:35

15:35

Send us a text Despite best intentions, many high achievers make suboptimal decisions in the workplace. The combination of stress, information overload, social pressure, and authority figures creates an environment where even the smartest professionals fall into predictable decision-making traps. These patterns—often the very same behaviors that br…

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3 Steps to Mastering Influence 23:21

2M ago23:21

23:21

Send us a text Influence is about changing how others think and act, not simply directing them what to do. Discover why transformational influence—the kind that creates lasting change and builds strong relationships—requires a completely different approach than the transactional tactics many resort to. You'll learn: The difference between authority…

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How to appear more confident 16:14

3M ago16:14

16:14

Send us a text Many accomplished professionals hit a ceiling not because they lack skills, but because they overuse "pleaser" behaviors that undermine their executive presence. This episode exposes how an over-reliance on being likeable and getting along - qualities that may have served you well early in your career - can actually diminish your lea…

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Mastering Executive Presence with Cindy Skalicky 27:34

3M ago27:34

27:34

Send us a text What is executive presence, and why do so many talented leaders struggle to develop it? That is the theme of this conversation with Cindy Skalicky. Through practical examples and proven frameworks, this episode reveals why focusing solely on technical expertise and data can actually undermine leadership effectiveness, and how authent…

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Less is More: 4 Steps to Productivity 15:42

3M ago15:42

15:42

Send us a text This episode tackles the counterintuitive truth about high achievement: doing more isn't always the path to greater success. Learn why many successful professionals get trapped in patterns of overwork and discover the CALM framework for breaking free from this cycle. Through real-world examples of executives who transformed their app…

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Learn to Speak for Yourself, Because Your Work Doesn't 24:00

3M ago24:00

24:00

Send us a text The ingrained belief that "my work speaks for itself" - while admirable - is not true. It may be a major factor keeping you from reaching your full potential and gaining the recognition your contributions deserve. Learn why "the work speaks for itself" doesn't work, and how to authentically speak up about your accomplishments. Key th…

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How to Delegate Effectively: A Practical Guide 20:15

4M ago20:15

20:15

Send us a text Many high achievers struggle with deeply empowering their team. Learn why letting go might be the key to unlocking your next level of leadership. Rather than focusing on doing more, explore how doing less - strategically - could transform both your effectiveness and your team's engagement. Key themes: Why control can become a career …

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Overcoming lack of discipline 24:49

4M ago24:49

24:49

Send us a text Do you consistently avoid doing things you know would make you more successful? In this episode, Rusty tackles the hidden truth about why high achievers struggle to implement important changes. Learn why defaulting to "I need more discipline" or "I don't have time" completely misses the point, and discover a new way to understand wha…

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Master motivation with 1 simple question 22:44

4M ago22:44

22:44

Send us a text Many people struggle maintaining motivation to achieve their goals. It's why so many people don't achieve their New Year's resolutions. In this episode you will discover a powerful perspective shift that can transform how you approach change - whether in your career, health, or relationships. Perfect for: Professionals feeling stuck …

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Setting better goals for 2025 13:03

4M ago13:03

13:03

Send us a text Are your New Year's resolutions setting you up for another unfulfilling year? This episode tackles the common pitfall of traditional goal-setting that keeps ambitious professionals stuck in patterns of busyness and disconnection. Through examining holiday reflections and end-of-year planning, learn why focusing solely on achievements…

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3 Actions to Go from Manager to Leader 22:11

5M ago22:11

22:11

Send us a text High achievers often get trapped by their own success. Learn why the mindsets and behaviors that fueled early career wins often become barriers to reaching senior leadership roles. Discover why the relentless drive to do more, better, and faster can actually limit growth, and why stepping out of your comfort zone and changing those h…

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5 Rules for More Confident Decisions 23:02

5M ago23:02

23:02

Send us a text Smart, high achieving leaders often make sub-optimal decisions. In this episode, learn how our brain's built-in bias toward risk and safety can derail confident decision-making, and uncover the biological reason why focusing on potential problems feels so natural. Through an exploration of brain science and behavioral patterns, the e…

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3 Easy Habits to Command More Respect at Work 16:23

5M ago16:23

16:23

Send us a text Struggling to command respect at work? This episode tackles why blaming external factors - like company culture or difficult colleagues - completely misses the point. The discussion explores how habitual behaviors, particularly those of high achievers, can actually undermine authority and influence. Through 3 simple yet powerful new …

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Increasing Your Executive Presence in Meetings 14:39

5M ago14:39

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Send us a text Meetings with senior leaders are a prime opportunity to demonstrate executive presence. But they make many leaders anxious. In this episode, we tackle the uncomfortable truth about why capable professionals often stay silent in high-stakes conversations. From claiming introversion to avoiding vulnerability, discover the five hidden b…

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Navigating Challenging Times: A Thanksgiving Reflection 6:38

5M ago6:38

6:38

Send us a text On Thanksgiving, most of us practice gratitude. It's easy during the holidays, but finding gratitude in the midst of difficulties requires a fundamental shift in perspective that can transform how we experience and overcome obstacles. Rusty Gaillard is an executive coach, helping mid-level corporate leaders create more career success…

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Getting Promoted: 3 Actions to Take Today 21:00

5M ago21:00

21:00

Send us a text Has your career progression slowed down? In this episode of Do Something Different, we tackle promotion and career advancement - specifically why many high achievers hit a plateau and struggle to reach the next level. Learn why the behaviors that made you successful early in your career may now be holding you back, and how the "A Tra…

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Delivering Effective Feedback 9:19

5M ago9:19

9:19

Send us a text Is performance review season making you anxious? In this episode, Rusty Gaillard tackles the elephant in the room: why most leaders either avoid giving feedback or do it poorly. He reveals why treating feedback as a time management problem completely misses the point, and shares a personal commitment that transformed how he approache…

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Conquering Fear of Failure 17:51

6M ago17:51

17:51

Send us a text Are you a high achiever who's built your career on being smart and avoiding mistakes? In this episode, Rusty tackles the paralyzing pressure that successful professionals face when it comes to making mistakes, especially in high-stakes situations. Through a revealing client story about "Steve," who struggles with a seemingly unfixabl…

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Mastering Prioritization 12:46

6M ago12:46

12:46

Send us a text Are you constantly juggling back-to-back meetings, endless Slack messages, and mounting deliverables? If you're like most senior leaders, you've probably tried various prioritization techniques to manage it all. But what if prioritization isn't actually the answer? In this episode, Rusty shares a personal story from his time at Apple…

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Do Something Different Trailer 4:46

6M ago4:46

4:46

Send us a text Welcome to Do Something Different, a leadership podcast. This podcast is for high achievers: smart, ambitious, successful people who've done a lot in their career, but want even more impact and fulfillment. The premise of this podcast is that the behaviors and habits that have been key to your success so far may be the things that ar…

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161: Keren Tsuk Leads by Example 20:40

1+ y ago20:40

20:40

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 161, Keren Tsuk talks about a phrase that has influenced her. She shares a story about how injuring herself while walking on a mountain helped her learn to lead by example. Keren then advises us to become more effective at leadership. Prologue…

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160: Ginny Clarke Encourages Fundamental Listening 23:53

1+ y ago23:53

23:53

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 160, Ginny talks about advice from her father, provides performance feedback to team members at Google, and advises us about making needs explicit. Prologue Ginny is a conscious leadership expert with more than three decades of experience in e…

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159: Rusty Gaillard Helps You Reframe to Succeed 29:58

2y ago29:58

29:58

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 159, Rusty Gaillard explains what someone said that helped him confront his own limited thinking. He then shares a story about how an Apple executive challenged his team to achieve an improbable customer experience goal. He concludes with advi…

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158: Sheri-ann McLean Develops and Values People 19:57

2y ago19:57

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I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 158, Sheri-Ann Mclean talks about something a lecturer said that inspired Sheri-ann. She then tells the story about recognizing and appreciating her staff, even when it meant spending her money. Sheri-ann then advises us on how we can strength…

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157: Janet Dell on Facing Your Fears and Resilience 11:48

2y ago11:48

11:48

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 157, Janet Dell talks about a mentor’s comment that puts difficult challenges into perspective. She then shares a story about how a CEO helped an organization move forward after a few people harmed the business’ reputation. Janet ends with som…

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156: Michael Teape Helps You Connect to What’s Needed 25:59

2y ago25:59

25:59

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 156, Michael Teape talks about a life-changing moment that helped him overcome imposter syndrome and receive feedback in a new way. Michael then talks about how a CEO helped his company think differently during the COVID disruption. That led t…

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155: Celine Schillinger Co-Creates with A Social Movement Perspective 33:08

2y ago33:08

33:08

In Season Three, I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 155, Celine describes how a letter to her CEO sparked a social movement. She shares a Helen Bevan quotation. Celine then talks about how she worked with the Chief Quality Officer, who demonstrated what it means to lead. Celine…

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154: Ron Karr Focuses on Outcomes with A Velocity Mindset 21:06

2+ y ago21:06

21:06

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 154, Ron Karr talks about how he helped a client using data to explain a problem. He then shares a story about trust when he was a volunteer emergency medical technician (EMT). He then shares some advice for developing empathy. Prologue Ron Ka…

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153: Amanda Obidike on Becoming More Human 18:15

2+ y ago18:15

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I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 153, Amanda Obidike shares a quotation by Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala. In the following story, Amanda talks about how a chairman helped her grow as a general manager. Next, she advises us on how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue Amanda Obidike i…

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152: Dawn Shuler Is a Champion for Helping People 25:53

3y ago25:53

25:53

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 152, Dawn Shuler talks about her professional journey and shares a quotation that has helped her understand her journey. She shares a story about her daughter, who illustrates effective leadership. Dawn then advises us on how we can strengthen…

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151 Baiba Žiga Encourages Growth and Systemic Change 28:18

3y ago28:18

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I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 151, Baiba Žiga talks about what a mentor said that helped her re-evaluate her views on work. She then shares a story about a difficult period of her life in Finland and what she learned from the experience. Next, Baiba shares advice on how we…

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150: Erik Reis Illustrates the Essence of Leadership 21:31

3y ago21:31

21:31

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 150, Erik Reis talks about what his father said that affected his outlook on life. He describes what he learned from workers about his father while working at his father’s business. The experience influenced how he leads. Finally, Erik advises…

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149: Caroline Harth Helps You Own and Communicate Your Story 22:05

3y ago22:05

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I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 149, Caroline Harth talks about a Brené Brown quotation. She then shares her journey from being in a law firm to owning her communication consulting business. Caroline then explains how you can own your own story. Prologue Caroline's WHY is to…

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148: Alan Carroll Explains Mindful Practice (Bonus) 14:47

3y ago14:47

14:47

For bonus episodes, I share conversations that occur between a regular episode’s segments. For Episode 148, Alan Carroll shares the STOP technique and discusses whether keynote speakers should practice frequently or be spontaneous. He then explains what Transpersonal Psychology is. Prologue Alan is passionate about giving people the experience of m…

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147: Alan Carroll Takes Speaking and Communicating to a New Level 22:25

3y ago22:25

22:25

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 147, Alan Carroll talks about leveraging time and space when communicating. He shares a story about accepting vulnerability while training to become a speaker. He then uses an analogy from the book, Jonathan Livingston Seagull. Prologue Alan i…

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Business to Buddha With Doug Gordon 48:53

3y ago48:53

48:53

This weeks guest on the show is with Doug Gordon who is a keynote speaker, radio host, healer, coach and business consultant. Prior, Doug had spent 21 years in the investment World as an investment head for some of the largest fund managers in the World. He grew an asset management business from $50 million p.a to $1.75 billion over 6 years. He has…

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CEO Blindspots with Mike Maddock 34:18

3y ago34:18

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This weeks guest on the show is with Mike Maddock who is a serial entrepreneur, best selling author, global keynote speaker and growth strategy coach. Mike has written 4 best selling books about growth and innovation and regulary writes for Bloomberg and Forbes magazine. Mike has launched seven successful businesses - most recently Flourish Forums.…

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Why leaders make bad decisions with Rusty Gaillard 43:01

3y ago43:01

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This weeks guest on the show is with Former Worldwide Director of Finance at Apple Rusty Gaillard . Rusty left the corporate world in 2019 when his external success no longer felt like personal success. Rusty now works as an executive coach for tech leaders who want more success without sacrifice. Rusty is a sought-after speaker and author of the b…

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146: Sherri McManus and Lou Everett Lead from The Heart 26:37

3y ago26:37

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I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 146, Sherri McManus and Lou Everett share two John Maxwell quotations, illustrate the practice of leadership in two stories, and advise us on how we can lead more effectively. Prologue Sherri and Lou co-own the Lou Everett Group. Sherri is the…

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The seismic shift in leadership with Michelle Johnston 50:14

3y ago50:14

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This weeks guest on the show is with Dr. Michelle Johnston who is the Gaston Chair of Business at Loyola University New Orleans' College of Business. Dr. Johnston is an executive coach with over 20 years' experience, and she was named to the prestigious 100 Coaches Group which consists of the top executive coaches around the world. She has her Ph.D…

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145: Csaba Toth Shares Examples of Cognitive Challenges (Bonus) 12:35

3y ago12:35

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In the bonus Episode 145, Csaba Toth talks about the amount of work needed to become accomplished. Gary shares with Csaba one of his heroes, Daryl Davis. This leads to a discussion about bridging the gap of differences. Then, Csaba explains how our biases work to find evidence for our beliefs. Prologue A native of Hungary and now a UK resident, Csa…

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144: Csaba Toth Focuses on Accurate Thinking 22:35

3y ago22:35

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I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 144, Csaba Toth explains what a teacher said that is the basis of part of his business. He shares how a Vice President encouraged his managers to develop their leadership. Csaba then advises how we can strengthen how we lead. Prologue A native…

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