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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

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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30:59

Transforming Leadership to Boost Team Morale

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2025/01/09

Send us a textUnlock the secrets to a motivated workforce and revolutionize your leadership approach with insights that can propel your company to new heights. Imagine a workplace brimming with enthusiasm, dedication, and a proactive attitude—where absenteeism and disengagement are relics of the past. Join us, John Wandolowski and Greg Powell, as we unpack the pivotal role of motivation in boosting employee engagement and productivity, drawing on expert insights from Greg Goodlife and Jennife...

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22:32

The Power of Wellness Programs for Enhanced...

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2025/01/01

Send us a textExplore the transformative power of employee wellness programs with Greg Powell and me, as we uncover why 83% of employees are ready to leave workplaces that neglect their well-being. Discover the key to unlocking superior productivity and retention by harnessing holistic wellness initiatives that address mental, physical, and emotional health. Drawing on Livia Martini's from Wellhub compelling insights, we examine how the corporate landscape is evolving in response to stress, i...

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25:23

Innovative Approaches to Managing Time and Tasks

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2024/12/25

Send us a textUnlock the secrets of time management and transform the way you tackle both your professional and personal responsibilities. Tune in as we explore how prioritizing tasks, setting realistic deadlines, and identifying your most productive hours can dramatically increase your job satisfaction and efficiency. We shared the insights from Sophie Lee Reiter of Culture Amp article , while Greg takes us back in time with a historical perspective, spotlighting Benjamin Franklin's timeless...

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20:26

Crafting Leadership Success with Intentional Actions

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2024/12/18

Send us a textUnlock the secrets of effective leadership with insights from the acclaimed executive coach, Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, as we unpack his renowned methodologies on behavioral change and external triggers. Journey with us through the concepts from John Wondolowski’s newly released audiobook, "Building Your Leadership Toolbox," and discover how Goldsmith’s book "Triggers" emphasizes the profound impact of understanding both positive and negative stimuli on personal and professional gr...

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23:02

Elevating Leadership through Personal Insight

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2024/12/11

Send us a textWhat if unraveling the nuances of your subconscious could revolutionize your approach to leadership? This episode promises to illuminate the transformative power of self-awareness, anchored by insights from Craig Dickerson's thought-provoking article in the Harvard Business Review. Join us as we navigate the ladder of inference, a groundbreaking model that reveals how personal biases and assumptions shape our interpretations and decisions. Just as physical fitness demands streng...

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23:22

Guarding Against Greed to Protect Investor Trust

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2024/12/04

Send us a textCan ethical behavior truly be the foundation of business success? Explore how integrity and accountability can transform the workplace into a bastion of respectability and achievement. Drawing from Elmarie Pretorius's seven guidelines for fostering integrity, we uncover the strategies that help build a company culture rooted in ethics. From hiring employees who embody integrity to educating staff on ethical standards, we discuss the key steps businesses must take to align values...

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23:48

Revolutionizing Teamwork with Innovative Tools

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2024/11/22

Send us a textUnlock the secrets to building trust and transparency in your organization with insights from our latest episode featuring Greg Powell and myself, John Wandolowski. What if the key to a thriving and cohesive work environment lies in the way your team communicates and collaborates? We dive into stories of success and challenge, drawing from firsthand experiences and Alex York's impactful article on effective team dynamics. Discover how trust acts as the adhesive for any team...

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31:01

Unlocking Introverted Leadership Potential for...

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2024/11/15

Send us a textWhat if your introversion could actually be your superpower in leadership? Join us as we explore this intriguing idea with Sharissa Deppen, the dynamic CEO and founder of Leadership Mastery Alliance. She shares her compelling journey from a corporate tech career to empowering introverted women to lead authentically and effectively. Sharissa's personal story of burnout and discovery is a testament to the transformative power of self-awareness and value alignment.Throughout our co...

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25:25

Mastering Resilience for Effective Leadership

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2024/11/08

Send us a textUnlock the secrets to becoming a resilient leader and transform challenges into opportunities for growth. Join John Wandolowski and Greg Powell on Success Secrets and Stories as we explore the pivotal role of resilience in leadership. We promise you'll walk away with practical tips on how to enhance your decision-making and motivational skills by harnessing the power of resilience. Discover how leaders can recover and adapt in the face of adversity, turning setbacks into steppin...

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19:43

Navigating Business with an Adaptability Toolkit

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2024/11/01

Send us a textUnlock the secret to becoming a successful leader in today's fast-paced business world by mastering adaptability over intelligence or strength. Our latest episode promises to arm you with the essential traits of an adaptable leader, inspired by Keith Keating’s insights on the ATD blog. Discover how flexible thinking, strategic planning, and an insatiable curiosity can transform your leadership style. Flexible thinking invites leaders to question ingrained patterns and explore fr...

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