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Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts)

Real CEOs. Real Stories. Hosted by Ben Fanning—2025 Gold Stevie Award winner for Best Business Podcast and ranked in the Top 2% globally—Lead the Team draws on over 600 CEO interviews to take you inside the minds of leaders from brands like Honeywell, HP, IBM, Dunkin’, and L’Oréal. In each episode, you’ll hear raw, unfiltered stories of leading through rapid growth, high-stakes decisions, and make-or-break moments—plus the CEO-tested tools and strategies they use to build high-performing

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13:10

Jeff Bezos’ 5-Second Rule That’s Powering AI...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/10/19

Bezos' Law - Chai Atreya, Chief Product Officer at ActiveCampaign, once helped build Amazon Alexa under Jeff Bezos.During one internal review, Bezos made a single comment — short, specific, and completely unexpected — that changed everything.He looked at the team and said:“I want Alexa to respond in under five seconds.”That one sentence forced every engineer to rethink what “great” really meant.They reimagined the architecture, redesigned the systems — and eventually, brought response times even

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48:34

They Said I Wasn’t Ready — So I Became the CEO...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/10/13

He didn’t say he was ready. He proved it quietly.When I sat down with Dan Faulkner, CEO of SmartBear, he told me he was once passed over for a leadership role because he “hadn’t done it before.”The cruelest ceiling isn’t glass — it’s being boxed in by your own expertise.Being great at something… and never trusted with more.Instead of waiting for permission, Dan built his own readiness.He studied marketing at night.He learned product and finance from scratch.He said yes to the jobs no one thought he

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31:28

He Led Troops in Combat — Now He Leads Billion-Dollar...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/10/08

Leadership Under FireHe Led Troops in Combat — Now He Leads Billion-Dollar CompaniesI first met Lance Olmsted, now President of IFS Copperleaf, expecting a story about discipline and precision.What I didn’t expect was how deeply human it would be.Lance served as a U.S. Marine. He learned to lead in the most uncertain environments imaginable — where hesitation could cost lives AND empathy wasn’t optional.That’s right...empathy.And you’ll never forget why when you hear his story.Those lessons stayed

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42:16

AI Playbook Turns $2M into $134M - CEO, Invisible's...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/10/06

Leaders Miss ThisMatthew Fitzpatrick, CEO of Invisible Technologies—the #2 fastest-growing AI company in America—leads with a principle many overlook:AI may power the future, but people give it purpose.What makes Matt’s leadership stand out isn’t the speed of growth—it’s the intentionality behind it.He reminds us that real progress doesn’t come from louder voices or faster code.It comes from people.From listening.From slowing down long enough to get it right.Here are a few principles he shared that

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32:11

Hidden Cost of Leading a $5B Global Company - COO...

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2025/09/29

Sacrifice No One SeesJakub Vanek, Chief Operating Officer at Genpact Americas, has moved six times across four countries while scaling teams of thousands inside a $5B global organization.He admits the hidden cost of leadership isn’t just jet lag or late nights in the office—it’s missing his wife’s birthday, missing holidays, and asking himself the same question many ambitious professionals face: Family or Career?But here’s the opportunity: Jakub learned that the real measure of leadership isn’t the

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22:40

From Setback to $200M Success (COO Playbook) -...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/09/22

Under Pressure, Leaders RiseWhen I spoke with Cyrill Kellerhals, COO of Andelyn Biosciences, I was struck by how calm and grounded he was while describing some of the toughest leadership moments of his career.At Novartis, one of the industry’s legendary companies, he encountered the kind of regulatory challenge that every leader dreads — a moment that could define the company’s future.Instead of panicking, he led his team through it and turned it into a success.Later, he carried those lessons into

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40:23

How a Submarine Officer’s Biggest Mistake Taught Him...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/09/03

Most leaders say they want transparency.But when the pressure’s on, many unintentionally create cultures where people hide mistakes.Camilo Rueda — CEO of Aeropost and former U.S. Navy Submarine Officer — learned this lesson the hard way, thousands of feet below the ocean’s surface.As a young officer, one bad call almost ended his career. In that moment, he had two choices:👉 Hide the mistake and hope it stayed buried👉 Or raise his hand, take ownership, and face the consequencesHe chose ownership.It

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36:04

I Turned a Garage Door Company Into a Tech Powerhouse...

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2025/08/27

Ever felt that sinking feeling when your team starts slipping away—right when you need them most?Jeff Meredith, CEO of Chamberlain Group, knows that moment too. He took a 70-year-old garage door company and reimagined it into a global tech leader with 14M+ connected users.I’ve been there myself. It’s gut-wrenching, because the truth is, the hardest part isn’t the technology or the strategy—it’s keeping your team’s trust through big change.Jeff opens up about the leadership mistake that can cost you

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37:40

I Used One Number to Transform My Entire Company (Amy...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/08/25

Erase silos. Unite the company. Rebuild trust—fast.When I first heard Amy Martin, CMO at TruWest Holdings, talk about her “One Number” strategy the TURNAROUND stopped me in my tracks.She didn’t know if leaders would embrace it… or fight to protect their own KPIs.But once it landed, everything changed:-True C-suite alignment-Faster growth-A culture of shared accountabilityInstead of sales and marketing chasing different goals, they now share the exact same revenue target.In our conversation, Amy

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29:40

I Turned a Struggling Startup Into the Backbone of AI...

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2025/08/21

Everyone tells their teams to “use AI.”But as Lucas Mendes (CEO of Revelo) told me, that almost never works.Employees don’t resist because they’re lazy.They resist because new tools feel intimidating, misunderstood, or disconnected from what really matters in their day-to-day.That’s where leadership comes in.Lucas shared how he turned an almost-failing startup into the backbone of AI — a network of 400k+ engineers powering the world’s top tech companies.But more importantly, he revealed how to get

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39:16

What's the Skill Separating Elite Leaders from the...

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2025/08/12

Thomas Neergaard Hansen — President of Amplitude and former Microsoft and Dropbox executive — proved to me that even the most hard-earned leadership skills aren’t always enough.He’s led billion-dollar teams, navigated career reinventions, and even learned leadership lessons on a windsurfing board. In this episode, he opens up about the next leadership superpower every leader needs to survive — and thrive — in today’s AI-driven world.You'll discover:-Why the “career ladder” is gone for good-The daily

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49:36

How is Legoland Building Elite Teams? (Fmr. President...

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2025/08/06

Running a theme park isn’t just rides and fun.It’s about leading elite teams that deliver with precision, creativity, and resilience—day in and day out.In this episode of Lead the Team, I sit down with Franceen Gonzales, Former President of Legoland Florida Resort—one of the hidden geniuses behind its success.We cover:- A strategy to inspire peak performance under relentless pressure.- The blueprint for orchestrating thousands of moving parts—and people—flawlessly.- The meeting structure that keeps

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36:15

Why Losing Makes You a Better Leader (CEO of Cyara,...

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2025/08/03

Some Lessons You Only Learn After FailingRishi Rana—CEO of Cyara and former global product leader at Microsoft—shares the leadership lesson you just can’t learn in a classroom.His career has been incredible having shared the stage with Bill Gates. Tripled revenue in a brutal turnaround. Led global teams under immense pressure.But what stands most in our interview?...how he talks openly about the missteps—failed launches, fractured teams, moments where it could’ve all fallen apart.It's a message for

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34:25

Trust AI? Can Leaders Really. (CEO Aprimo, Erik...

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2025/07/27

If you’re not leading AI… it’s already leading you.Erik Huddleston, CEO of Aprimo and a 6-time exited founder, breaks down what every modern leader needs to understand about scaling with AI—before it’s too late.If you're leading a team and feeling the pressure of speed, complexity, and rising expectations… his message is for you."AI can produce more in a day than your entire team can in a year."That sounds like progress—until your message, culture, and brand start spinning out of control. Find out

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37:20

(Ingram Micro) The Doubt that Drives Fear-President...

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2025/07/24

When Ingram Micro Got TestedSanjib Sahoo, President of Ingram Micro’s Global Platform Group, was already preparing to lead under pressure—long before the headlines.Before the headlines.Before the cyberattack.Before the world was watching…When we recorded this conversation, none of us knew what was coming. But what Sanjib shared then feels even more powerful now.You'll hear the bold transformation he's driving inside a $48B tech giant that touches nearly 90% of the world’s population—and the personal

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40:50

Future-Proof Your Team (CEO OnLogic, Sean Larkin)

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2025/07/20

Complacency costs growth.Sean Larkin, CEO of OnLogic, learned that lesson the hard way—just because your company is scaling doesn’t mean your people automatically will too.This really stuck with me......the same strengths that drive today’s success often become tomorrow’s roadblocks.He breaks out a 6-point professional development plan that’s as original as it is practical. It’s a must-hear for any leader who wants their team to keep up with the pace of change.You'll also discover:👉 The subtle

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35:05

How Authenticity Earns You Instant Respect (CEO Ryan...

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2025/07/05

He had the talent to chase Broadway fame. But he saw something even bigger.Instead of staying in the spotlight, Ryan Stana, CEO of RWS Global, decided to build an entire world behind the scenes—one that now creates over a MILLION unforgettable moments every single day:🚢 Cruise ships🎢 Theme parks🎭 Broadway🏟️ Stadiums🌍 Seven offices around the worldHe wasn’t in it for the credit. He was in it to change the game.And the way he did it? By staying true to who he was.“Follow your dream, and the

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36:11

☕ Bold taste. Bold leadership (#2 Coffee Chain CEO,...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/06/30

☕ Bold taste. Bold leadership.Leading a global coffee powerhouse is no small feat—especially when your brand ranks among the world’s most influential:🌎 Over 4,100 stores across 37 countries👥 More than 20,000 employees worldwide🥤 Thousands of innovative self-serve Costa Express machines🏆 #2 largest coffeehouse chain globally 🇬🇧 #1 coffee chain in the UK, with over 2,700 outlets and a 26% market share.🎙️ In my recent conversation with Philippe Schaillee, CEO of Costa Coffee, we explored:-How a

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52:32

The Cirque du Soleil Comeback - Duncan Fisher, Chief...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/06/25

Cirque du Soleil fell—then made a HUGE comeback that no one saw coming. Enter Duncan Fisher, Chief Strategy Officer.One of the world’s most iconic entertainment brands.Gone.Zero revenue. 5,000+ employees let go.Bankrupt.But instead of folding, they reimagined everything.🔥 8 touring shows relaunched in just 18 months🔥 Empowered teams operating 24/7 across the globe🔥 Purpose-driven execution: entertain the worldDuncan Fisher led the charge—and his story is wild.This episode has it all:🎙️ A

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38:37

The Robot-Powered Future is Here - CEO Brain Corp,...

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts) ·

2025/06/23

The Robot-Powered Future Is Here.When David Pinn, Brain Corp, stepped in as CEO —the company behind the world’s largest autonomous mobile robot fleet—he didn’t just scale innovation......he scaled belief.They've unleashed the power of 40,000 robots around the world...250 billion square feet cleaned and scanned $190 million raised.One big lesson?Change management and leadership is at the very foundation of effective technology.From Sam's club warehouse floors to NASA’s launchpads, BrainOS-powered

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