Marc Reifenrath is the CEO and co-founder of Spinutech, a full-service digital agency. He has intentionally invested in building a world-class culture within the company. Marc's leadership philosophy emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive and collaborative environment.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The leadership philosophy of "It's Not About Me."
• Creating a culture where team members feel valued and empowered.
• Fostering open-mindedness can drive innovation and growth.
• The significance of core values in decision-making and team management.

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P.S. To find out how we can support your leadership journey, book a free, 15-minute call here: https://calendly.com/marcdbraun/15-minute-ceo-intro-call

Steve Shifman is the chairman of Michelman, a leading specialty chemicals manufacturer, where he served as president and CEO from 2003 to 2021.

In today's episode, we talk about:

• CEOs as trusted leaders and their responsibility to lead with integrity
• Strategies for boosting employee engagement through small daily habits and open communication
• Adaptability and openness to feedback to cultivate a strong organizational culture
• Balancing family values with professional standards in a family business
• The importance of humility, collaboration, and consistent reinforcement of core values in leadership

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P.S. To find out how we can support your leadership journey, book a free, 15-minute call here: https://calendly.com/marcdbraun/15-minute-ceo-intro-call

Garry Ridge, past CEO of WD-40, and Marc D Braun, co-founder and CEO of Encouraging Leaders, talk on the transformative power of coaching in organizational culture. They discuss the direct correlation between leadership behavior and business performance, emphasizing the necessity of employee engagement, wellness, and creativity. By sharing real-world examples and data, they illustrate how coaching can transform organizational dynamics and lead to sustained growth. This episode is a must-listen for leaders seeking to enhance their impact and drive their teams towards success. Key Points: - Leadership’s impact on business growth - Strategies for improving employee engagement - The critical role of wellness in the workplace - Encouraging creativity to drive innovation - Practical steps to implement a coaching culture for sustained success Check it out. P.S. To find out how we can support your leadership journey, book a free, 15-minute call here: https://calendly.com/marcdbraun/15-minute-ceo-intro-call

Stan Sewitch is the previous Vice President of Organizational Development for WD-40, a seasoned consultant, and author.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The importance of avoiding micromanagement for organizational growth

• The value of CEO circles and peer groups for leadership development

• Strategies for transparent communication within companies

• Lessons on compensation transparency and its impact on trust and culture

• The critical role of coaching and mentoring in effective leadership

• How to balance immediate business challenges with long-term strategic planning

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P.S. To explore how we can support your leadership journey, book a free, 15-minute call here: https://calendly.com/marcdbraun/15-minute-ceo-intro-call

In this episode, Marc D Braun and Garry Ridge discuss Jana De Anda’s interview on transparency.

Along the way, they talk about:

• The four needs every team member has
• Creating psychological safety across your organization
• How transparency can improve performance
• And why vulnerability leads to increased teamwork

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Jana’s interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BXiVBfzBMuQ&list=PLpe5bOgv5TOotqttKvg7DKo5RK6xOmoy_

Jana De Anda is the president and co-founder of Excelerate.

In today's episode, we talk about:

• Lessons from growing up in Beirut during the war
• Choosing the path of resilience over a victimhood mindset
• The superhuman power of working with a world-class team
• Learning painful but important lessons from bad leaders
• Radical transparency around compensation & value creation
• And advice she’d give to any young president starting their career.

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P.S. To find out how we can support your leadership journey, book a free, 15-minute call here: https://calendly.com/marcdbraun/15-minute-ceo-intro-call

Christine O'Leary is a comedian who helps leaders tap into the power of humor to boost intimacy, engagement and buy-in from their team.

In today's episode, we talk about:

• Why every CEO should consider doing stand-up comedy
• 1 simple trick to win the audience in your first 10 seconds on stage
• How to set the tone of the room instead of “matching it”
• Dealing with hecklers (and why people heckle in the first place)
• Knowing when you're ready to do something
• And Christine's #1 piece of advice to her younger self

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P.S. To find out how we can support your leadership journey, book a free, 15-minute call here: https://calendly.com/marcdbraun/15-minute-ceo-intro-call

Justin Woodard is a third-generation visionary at Woodard Cleaning Restoration who champions purposeful leadership and transformative team culture.

In this episode, we talk about:

• What he learned growing up watching his father run the business
• Why firing problematic customers is sometimes the best thing to do for your company culture
• Embracing a mistake-fuelled learning environment
• Fast vs slow decisions
• Why we can’t do business alone
• Surrounding ourselves with people who will take care of us
• And holding our business, team and customers to a higher standard

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P.S. To find out how we can support your leadership journey, book a free, 15-minute call here: https://calendly.com/marcdbraun/15-minute-ceo-intro-call