Partnering Leadership

07/11/2025

People follow those who show up with honesty, share what they’ve learned, and lead with wisdom.

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https://www.partneringleadership.com/inspiring-leadership-with-accentures-marty-rodgers-changemaker

07/09/2025

The best teams push each other intellectually without tearing each other down emotionally.

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https://www.partneringleadership.com/a-framework-to-help-leaders-transform-organizations-into-psychologically-safe-incubators-of-innovation-with-dr-timothy-clark-thought-leader

07/08/2025

New Episode! "397 [BEST OF] Aidan McCullen on How to lead yourself and your organization to become Undisruptable"

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Aidan McCullen, the host and founder of The Innovation Show and author of the book Undisruptable : A Mindset of Permanent Reinvention for Individuals, Organ...

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Aidan McCullen, the host and founder of The Innovation Show and author of the book Undisruptabl…

07/07/2025

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Hooman Motevalli, author of Don’t Be a Crab, shares powerful insights on transforming internal dialogue and overcoming self-doubt to build stronger, more joyful relationships. Drawing from his personal journey and leadership experience, he introduces practical tools like the 'inner roommate' and the 'not-to-do' list to help leaders develop clarity, self-awareness, and a more collaborative mindset. His take on the 'crab bucket' mentality offers a compelling call to create more supportive and empowering work cultures.

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https://www.partneringleadership.com/336-mastering-your-inner-voice-and-overcoming-the-crab-mentality-with-hooman-motevalli-partnering

07/03/2025

New Episode! "396 Thursday Refresh: Emmanuel Daniel on Navigating the Great Transition - Personalization, Disintermediation, and the Future of Work"

In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli welcomes Emmanuel Daniel, global thought leader, futurist, founder of The Asian Banker, and author of The Great Transition: The Personalization of Finance is...

In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli welcomes Emmanuel Daniel, global thought leader, futurist, founder of The Asian Banker, and auth…

07/02/2025

Growth happens in both directions. People you lift up, and people who lift you higher.

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https://www.partneringleadership.com/resilient-leadership-with-a-drive-for-excellence-and-impact-with-ridgwells-ceo-susan-lacz-greater-washington-dc-dmv-changemaker

07/01/2025

New Episode! "395 [BEST OF] Greg Satell on How To Create A Movement That Drives Transformational Change"

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Greg Satell, writer, speaker, innovation advisor, an expert on transformational change, and author of Cascades, shares lessons on how leaders can lead transformation in their organiza...

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Greg Satell, writer, speaker, innovation advisor, an expert on transformational change, and author of Cascades, shares les…

06/30/2025

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Andrea Sampson, co-founder of Talk Boutique, shares how strategic storytelling, grounded in brain science, can elevate leadership and communication. She emphasizes the power of stories to create emotional connection, drive clarity, and enhance influence—especially when leaders communicate with authenticity and purpose. From TEDx coaching to branding lessons from Apple, Andrea offers practical tips for using storytelling to inspire and lead effectively.

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https://www.partneringleadership.com/335-the-power-of-strategic-storytelling-in-leadership-making-your-messages-memorable-with-andrea-sa

06/27/2025

Many organizations, from public to private, are embracing ecosystem models. But the old strategy playbook doesn’t work anymore. It’s time for new tools that match the complexity of today’s interconnected world.

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https://www.partneringleadership.com/winning-the-right-game-how-to-disrupt-defend-and-deliver-in-a-changing-world-with-ron-adner-partnering-leadership-global-thought-leader

06/25/2025

When you delegate outcomes instead of methods, you give others the space to take ownership, be creative, and deliver results.

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https://www.partneringleadership.com/how-truly-great-leaders-unleash-greatness-in-others-with-stephen-m-r-covey-partnering-leadership-global-thought-leader

06/24/2025

New Episode! "394 Leading in the Exponential Era: Futurist David Espindola on AI, Strategy, and the Future of Work"

In this compelling episode of Partnering Leadership , Mahan Tavakoli is joined by David Espindola, a futurist and strategic advisor with deep expertise in technology, AI, and leadership. As the author of The Exponential Era a...

In this compelling episode of Partnering Leadership , Mahan Tavakoli is joined by David Espindola, a futurist and strategic advisor with deep expertise in technolog…

06/23/2025

In this special episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli is interviewed by Enrique Acosta Gonzalez, sharing insights on modern leadership rooted in trust, authenticity, and influence over positional power. Mahan emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, feedback, and the “disagree and commit” principle in fostering team alignment and innovation. He also highlights the role of generative AI and asynchronous tools in creating agile, learning-driven organizations.

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https://www.partneringleadership.com/334-mastering-leadership-excellence-unlocking-team-synergy-innovation-and-strategic-decision-maki