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PODCAST

Success Secrets and Stories

Host and author, John Wandolowski and Co-Host Greg Powell

Intro - Podcast Purpose:To share management leadership concepts that actually work.You are responsible for your development as a leader. Don"t expect the boss to invest the training budget in your career. Consider this podcast as an investment of time in your career, with a bit of management humor added at the same time.

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All Episodes

27:28

Leadership: How Bee Line Commercial, transformed into...

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2025/06/13

Send us a text In this podcast, join John and Greg as they interview, CEO Jamie Henry who won a 19th Annual Enterprising Women of the Year Award, one of the most prestigious recognition programs for women business owners in the U.S. and globally! She never expected that purchasing her father's small janitorial business would lead to building Bee Line Support – now a powerhouse in medical-grade cleaning with 600 employees managing 3 million square feet across three states. What makes this succ...

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26:08

Beyond the Title: The Real Reasons We Step Into...

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2025/06/06

Send us a text Leadership isn't merely about a title or position – it's a deeply personal journey shaped by unique motivations and developed through structured experiences. When asked why they became leaders, most people reveal fascinating stories that blend practical considerations with deeper aspirations to create positive change. From our hosts' candid reflections, we discover how leadership journeys often begin unexpectedly. John initially pursued management as a reaction against poor tr...

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24:10

Culture Killers: The Hidden Cost of Difficult People

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2025/05/30

Send us a text Difficult and toxic employees can devastate workplace morale, crush productivity, and drive your best talent out the door. Join John and Greg's conversation as they explore the article: Dealing with Difficult Employees by Michelle McGovern, HR Morning, from March 2023, as she highlights the alarming reality that 70% of employees have quit jobs because of problematic colleagues, with research showing that toxic culture is ten times more likely to cause turnover than compen...

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32:14

Leading with Purpose: Transform Your Team and Results

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2025/05/23

Send us a text What if the key to transformational leadership isn't having all the answers, but knowing how to ask the right questions? Join John and Greg as they discuss leadership insights with Patrick Farran, PhD and MBA. Patrick reveals the secrets that many executives miss when stepping into new roles or leading significant change initiatives. Drawing from decades of experience as a consultant, coach, and founder of Ad Lucem Group, Patrick shares powerful insights from his upcomin...

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21:21

Job Hunting? Don't Just Dodge Bullets, Look for the...

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2025/05/16

Send us a text Ever found yourself stuck in a workplace that just doesn't fit? The secret might not be in avoiding what's wrong, but in actively seeking what's right. This transformative episode John Wandolowski, and Greg Powell shifts the conversation from identifying workplace red flags to recognizing the green ones—those positive indicators that signal a truly exceptional organization. We dive deep into the three fundamental green flags every job seeker should prioritize. First, we explor...

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22:50

The Leadership Shift: Learning to Lead Yourself First

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2025/05/09

Send us a text In this episode, John and Greg talk about what separates good leaders from truly transformational ones? The answer lies not in strategy, but in emotional intelligence—the leadership superpower hiding in plain sight. The article by Stuart Andrews, executive coach and author of "The Leadership Shift," presents a compelling case that mirrors the teachings of Dr. Durst's MBR program: you can't effectively lead others until you've mastered leading yourself. This inside-out approach...

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35:39

Interview: Unlocking Workplace Culture, with Laurie...

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2025/05/02

Send us a text What makes a workplace culture truly effective? According to organizational change expert Laurie Clarke, it's found at the critical intersection of talent and design—where people and systems align to create meaningful impact. Join John and Greg as they interview Laurie on her insights of management as a consult for executive leaders. Clarke brings powerful insights from her two decades working with global CEOs, revealing that supervisors and managers are the essential "g...

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42:46

Interview: How to Make a Difference, Not Just a...

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2025/04/25

Send us a text Join our podcast with John and Greg as they interview Elisabeth Bachman. Elizabeth Bachman is THE go-to person for advanced-level training in Speaking, Presentation Skills, Career Development, and Leadership. With a lifetime spent perfecting the art of presenting, she helps high-level clients get the promotion/job/recognition they deserve — within an organization and within an industry. “Change the way you are perceived by changing the way you communicate.” Drawing from h...

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27:34

Mastering Resilience: The Essential Leadership Skill...

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2025/04/18

Send us a text Forget every leadership trend you've heard about—2025 demands one skill above all others: Resilience. This captivating discussion between hosts John Wandolowski and Greg Powell delves deep into why resilience has become the cornerstone of effective leadership in today's volatile world. Drawing from Forbes Council member Gina Martin's powerful insights, we explore how resilience goes beyond merely enduring challenges to actually thriving because of them. Martin's own journey—ar...

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26:26

Words That Build (Or Break) Trust: Communication...

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2025/04/11

Send us a text Words shape our workplace environments, influencing employee morale, productivity, and relationships in profound ways. Effective leaders understand that conscious communication fosters psychological safety and inclusivity, creating spaces where people can express themselves openly without fear of judgment. • Words can perpetuate stereotypes or build inclusive environments • Using positive reinforcement and constructive feedback properly motivates teams • Recognition of achieve...

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38:31

Breaking the Cycle: Interview with Ted Santos on...

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2025/04/03

Send us a text In this Success, Secrets, and Stories podcast, John and Greg are interviewing Ted Santos. What if the key to transforming both your leadership and relationships lies in understanding conflict at its root? Ted Santos, founder and CEO of Turnaround Investment Partners and author of "Here's Why You Can't Find Love," reveals the staggering $300 billion cost of divorce to corporate America's productivity and offers a revolutionary framework for addressing personal and professi...

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21:48

The Well-Being Revolution: Leadership That Changes Lives

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2025/03/20

Send us a text Leadership transforms lives through wellbeing—this powerful concept forms the backbone of our exploration into how great leaders create environments where people thrive professionally and personally. When leaders prioritize employee wellbeing, the benefits ripple through organizations in measurable ways: higher engagement, increased creativity, improved productivity, and greater job satisfaction. But what exactly makes leadership so pivotal in creating these positive out...

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20:55

Ethics Under Pressure when Rushing to Judgement

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2025/03/12

Send us a text When faced with mounting pressure to make quick decisions, how do you ensure your ethics don't get left behind? This fascinating deep dive explores the neuroscience behind decision-making speed and ethical choices, revealing why our brains tend toward self-interest when we're rushed. Drawing from the Notre Dame Deloitte Center for Ethical Leadership's research, we unpack evidence showing that honesty requires both time and clarity. Through compelling examples like Jeff Bezos's...

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23:42

Realistic Optimism: Navigating Leadership Challenges

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2025/03/05

Send us a text Can optimism truly be a leader's superpower in our unpredictable VUCA world? Join us for an insightful conversation with leadership coach Kelly Frazier Cox as we uncover how realistic optimism can transform challenges into opportunities. Drawing on our own stories and experiences, Greg Powell and I, John Wandolowski, explore the power of saying "yes" to possibilities, even in the face of adversity. We unpack the concept of realistic optimism, where acknowledging difficulties go...

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29:43

Reimagining Responsibility: Redefine Personal and...

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2025/02/26

Send us a text Have you ever wondered what truly defines responsible leadership and how it shapes our personal and professional lives? Join Greg Powell and me as we unravel the complexities of this essential quality, drawing inspiration from Dr. Michael Durst’s transformative teachings in "Being the Cause." By sharing stories from my journey—from the creation of my first book, "Building Your Leadership Toolbox," to my narrative-driven second book—we highlight the tools and insights that have ...

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24:43

Influence Beyond Traditional Definition of Leadership

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2025/02/19

Send us a text Unlock the secrets of true leadership influence and discover how to lead with respect and collaboration at the forefront. Drawing inspiration from Dale Carnegie's classic principles alongside modern insights from the Center for Creative Leadership, we promise insights that will transform your approach to shaping opinions and behaviors within your organization. Join us as we unpack the essence of influence through four crucial skills every leader should master: organizational in...

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26:24

Revolutionizing Hiring Practices: Embracing Skills...

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2025/02/12

Send us a text Could shifting your focus from degrees to skills revolutionize your hiring process and boost your business's success? Join us for an eye-opening discussion with our HR expert, Greg, who unveils how modern hiring practices are evolving to meet industry demands. We promise you'll learn how to attract top talent by crafting clear job descriptions, minimizing biases through anonymized resumes, and empowering diverse interview panels. Discover the transformative potential of skills-...

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27:57

Evolving Leadership: From Rescuer to Mentor Through...

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2025/02/06

Send us a text Unlock the secrets of effective leadership and transform your decision-making skills with insights from industry giants like Jeff Bezos and Mary Barra. This episode promises to equip you with the critical thinking tools vital for navigating complex business landscapes and fostering a culture of innovation and accountability. We'll explore how leaders can evolve from rescuers to mentors, empowering their teams to take ownership of their decisions and build a foundation of trust ...

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20:26

Harnessing Emotional Intelligence for Leadership...

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2025/01/29

Send us a textUnlock the secrets to becoming a more effective leader by mastering emotional intelligence. Learn how to harness the power of self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills to transform your leadership style. Discover how emotional intelligence can be just as crucial as technical knowledge for managers and leaders striving for success. We break down these components and demonstrate their essential role in fostering a harmonious and productive work enviro...

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21:49

Exploring Curly's wisdom: The secret to life... (from...

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2025/01/22

Send us a textThis episode explores the heart of love and responsibility, showcasing how these concepts drive fulfillment in both personal and professional realms. By connecting Curly's wisdom from "City Slickers" to modern leadership practices, we discuss the vital attributes of love and their impact on creating accountable and nurturing environments.• Exploring Curly’s wisdom about life and happiness • Defining love and its attributes • Drawing parallels between love and Managemen...

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