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Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley

Doug McKinley, Psy.D.

Leadership is about who you are as well as what you do. If you are interested in learning more about yourself and how to lead, follow, and connect with those you work with, tune into this podcast hosted by Psychologist and Master Certified Coach, Doug McKinley. He addresses topics such as self-awareness, emotional agility, workplace cultures, diversity and inclusion.

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37:39

Murder by Meeting with Marie Pawlak

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/06/02

Dr. McKinley invites podcast designer, Marie Geneviève Pawlak, Founder and CEO of Prime Alchemy, to the podcast today. She recently created an episodic radio podcast that offers a tongue-in-cheek exploration of bad meetings, shady leaders, and suspicious meeting techniques. She shares her meeting insights and suggestions which helps set up the vision for Leadership Currency’s summer series: Meetings Matter. To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency Quest,Mad About Us Visit Doug's We...

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42:10

Are You Recruitable?

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/05/26

On the podcast today, Dr. McKinley invites Dr. Naftali Kaminski, a physician scientist who explains the cultural differences in leadership. Most know that culture is a real tricky subject to study, learn, and shift. They discuss workplace culture but also expand into what it is like to train in one country, move to another and then lead within that new culture. Dr. Kaminski has several leadership gems to offer the listening audience, a notable one being the question, “Are you recruitable”? Tu...

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49:29

The Entrepreneur Mindset: Blessing or Burden?

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/05/19

In this episode, three seasoned entrepreneurs sit down for a candid conversation about the real deal behind the entrepreneurial mindset. Is it a superpower—or a source of stress? They unpack the drive, risk tolerance, creativity, and chaos that comes with building something from nothing. Tune in for an honest look at the pros and cons of thinking like an entrepreneur—whether you’re deep in the hustle or just dreaming of your first big idea. To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency Quest,Mad Ab...

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42:00

Seats on the Bus

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/05/12

You’ve heard it before—get the right people on the bus and in the right seats. But how do you actually do that in today’s fast-paced workplace? In this episode, Dr. McKinley and Jonathan Gulley break down author Jim Collins’ iconic metaphor on how leaders find the right talent and place those people into roles where they can truly shine. Whether you’re building a startup team or leading a large organization, this conversation will inspire you to lead with clarity and courage. To Order Doug'...

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30:20

Leadership Hackers

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/05/05

I believe leadership and the game of golf share many principles. Most may be obvious but one in particular has not been talked about enough. Some golf players don’t care much about the game itself so they casually engage with the sport. They are commonly referred to as “hackers.” This often leads to frustration for the other players, reflects poorly on the sport and its fans, and generally leaves a bad impression. Similarly, leaders who are careless, aloof, and disregard the accepted principl...

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43:21

The Currency of Rejection Part 2

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/04/28

Dr. McKinley continues his discussion with guest Hendre Coetzee who is a transformation coach and co-author of Shiftability. In part one of this interview the focus was on how to reframe rejection as a possible currency. In part 2, the discussion turns to some assumptions that are made about a leader’s expectations and how that impacts their ability to shift from irrational narratives about themselves, their roles, and the value they add to more healthier ones. To Order Doug's Books: The Resi...

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50:02

The Currency of Rejection

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/04/21

We all face rejection. Leaders are not exempt and often navigate rejection in real time. Dr. McKinley’s guest today is Hendre Coetzee who navigates this personal and organizational dynamic frequently with leaders from around the world. By understanding that rejection is a part of life and not a reflection of their worth, leaders can stay resilient and continue striving towards their goals. Listen to this interview and embrace some grueling realities for those of us who feel called to lead. To...

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43:50

Salespeople - Foe or Friend?

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/04/14

Why do salespeople often get a bad rap? Dr. McKinely’s podcast guest today is James Hoard, a seasoned sales coach, manager and author. James is currently in a leadership role managing sales leaders as well as consulting companies on developing a culture of sales leadership. The conversation quickly turned to the truth about sales: we are all sales people. If you don’t share in this observation you will want to listen in. If you do share this belief, you will be encouraged by the w...

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21:33

Compliance vs Compassion

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/04/07

There is an old saying, “a man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still” Put simply, the goal of coaching is to support a positive behavioral change in the coachee. Coaching with compassion is an approach that perceives someone’s needs, identifies with them, and actively enhances their well-being. Coaching with compliance is instructing someone to act the way a coach or their organization thinks that they should act. Join Dr. McKinley as he discusses the benefits of using a cou...

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40:08

Inside Out Leadership

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/03/31

Our podcast guest today is Dr. Gary Desir who holds an extensive leadership role in one of the most prestigious academic institutions in the world. By his own choice, Dr. Desir is stepping down from this role to continue doing what he believes he was born to do. He is at peace with this change and in fact feels very positive about his future. This interview was conducted in the final months of his tenure. A fascinating connection was made between his origin story and why he does not seem to b...

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37:44

The Meteoric Rise

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/03/24

There are many “rags to riches” stories out there. Today’s podcast guest prefers to call his story a meteoric adventure. Dr. McKinley interviews emerging leader, Norberto Orellana, who has experienced unusual success after overcoming extreme poverty and episodic homelessness. Listen in to Norberto’s unique self-designed visualization technique. To Order Doug's Books: The Resiliency Quest, Mad About Us Visit Doug's Website: https://www.dougmckinley.com/ To Listen to Leadership Currency...

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17:26

Leadership is Messy

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/03/17

Have you ever wondered how people can get themselves into so many unusual situations? Where there are people there is often some sort of ‘messiness’ taking place. Therefore leaders require a sort of sensibility that lies outside of their orderly world of tactics and financials. Listen in as Dr. McKinley talks about this unique sensibility needed in a leader’s world where much is unknown and uncontrollable. To Order Doug’s Books: The Resiliency Quest, Mad About Us Visit Doug’s Website: https:...

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38:59

It’s Not Your Fault

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/03/10

Among the numerous things that leaders need to focus on, wellbeing and resiliency are definitely near the top of the list. Dr. Ania Jastreboff, a leading expert in obesity and weight management, joins Dr. McKinley on today’s podcast. She is an endocrinologist and associate professor at the Yale School of Medicine. Obesity is often overlooked as a precursor to depression, apathy, and burnout. During this discussion, Dr. Jastreboff explains why obesity is defined as a neurometabolic disea...

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37:09

200th Episode: Powerful Moments

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/03/03

The Leadership Currency Podcast is celebrating a major milestone—200 episodes! In this special edition, we’re looking back at three fan-favorite episodes from the past 100. Tune in for a highlight reel of the most powerful moments, with 10-minute segments from each standout conversation. Don’t miss this chance to revisit the insights that resonated most with our listeners!

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42:37

Sports Psychology, Medicine, & Leadership

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/02/24

Sports psychologist, Dr. Fayyadh Yusuf, joins Dr. McKinley on the podcast today. Dr. Yusuf also serves as assistant professor in the School of Medicine. Listen in to this lively conversation between two formally trained psychologists and their work with leaders in the fields of medicine and professional sports.

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47:25

Professional Formation

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/02/17

Have you ever wondered if leaders sometimes miss the underlying reasons as to why they have been appointed and/or have chosen to be leaders? This interview with Dr. John Hardt, a bio-ethicist, will enlighten your awareness of the way to BE a leader. The formation of your leadership voice begins with self-awareness and identity development. Without these foundational pillars your leadership risks being effective and sustainable.

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43:52

Leadership Illusions

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/02/10

We all want our leaders to spark ideas and inspire us. Illusionist David Laflin joins Dr. McKinley on today’s podcast. David shares that creating a visually captivating experience, often utilizing the element of surprise to spark curiosity, actively involves participants in the learning process which results in meaningful impact. David has engaged with audiences around the world garnering raving reviews. Listen in as Dr. McKinley discovers what the “magic” of illusions are from a psycho...

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28:50

The Laws of Leadership

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/02/03

Do you find leadership difficult to define? In his book, 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, John Maxwell set out to make leadership more understandable by breaking it apart into tangible concepts that anyone can learn. Maxwell has used these laws to train thousands of leaders, such as government officials, university students and faculty, and those in Fortune 500 companies. Dr McKinley is joined by Odeyemi Olayiwole (Yemi) who is a member of the Maxwell coaching team, based in Nigeria. ...

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21:40

Two Truths and a Lie

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/01/27

In this podcast Dr. McKinley describes how our perceptions, biases, and emotions influence how we interpret and understand truth and facts. He addresses the complexities of distinguishing between what is true and what is factual, and how this distinction impacts our decision-making and beliefs. Join in as he uses a psychological lens to unravel the intricate relationship between truth and facts.

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36:12

The Lies of Singleness

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley ·

2025/01/20

In this episode of Leadership Currency, Dr. McKinley dives into an enlightening conversation with author Megan Salinas about her compelling book, The Lies of Singleness. Together, they unpack the common misconceptions singles believe about why they’re not in a relationship or married—and explore how these lies often reflect broader societal narratives that affect us all.Whether you’re single, married, or somewhere in between, this episode offers insights that challenge limiting beliefs and in...

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