Be Worth* Following

Mark Miller joins the Be Worth* Following Podcast for the second time to share about his new book, Uncommon Greatness. Since Mark retired from Chick Fil A he has made it his second-half-of-life mission to develop extraordinary leaders.  Uncommon greatness comes from uncommon leadership, characterized by a focus on others and a commitment to fundamental actions. On the podcast he shares what it looks like to make this shift to uncommon greatness and why the practical and fundamental must go together. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

In this episode of the Be Worth* Following Podcast, we meet Coach John Beilein, a winning coach who was "forced" into a position of growth later in his career. Coach Beilein didn’t allow his previous success to preempt changes that were needed to help his team succeed. He humbly embraced the opportunity to grow and develop. Coach Beilein’s philosophy of leadership is now anchored by his values, and focusing on relationships before results. Listen to hear why he prioritizes connection and the profound impact it has had on his coaching. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

We love March Madness at The Aperio. Every March Tim Spiker, a former college basketball player at Purdue and Washington University, hosts conversations with basketball colleagues and coaches who share their leadership experiences from the world of sports. On this episode of the Be Worth* Following Podcast, former professional basketball player and college coach Cuonzo Martin—aka “Zo”—shares the life experiences that led to his passion for basketball, coaching, leadership . . . and helping young people in his community. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

When it comes to leadership development, we often look for the “silver bullet”—what is the next tool or technique that can help me become a better leader? The reality is there is no silver bullet, no tip or technique that can enable exceptional leadership.  In this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Peter Anderton, executive coach, and keynote speaker, reminds us of some simple truths about leadership that have been around for millenia. He shares these as two rules he believes every leader should know in order to remove the “training wheels” of their leadership and truly impact their teams . . . and the bottom line. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

We often have the theme “care for your people” on episodes of the Be Worth* Following Podcast, and this episode is another one of those times. Meet Amir Ghannad, keynote speaker, founder of The Ghannad Group, and author of the book The Transformative Leader. Amir is an inspiring leader and human being, and his success story is a direct result of being Others Focused and Inwardly Sound. In this episode you will hear the extraordinary account of Amir’s younger years as well as his transition into the leadership development space. Amir also shares three issues that he has seen plague and prevent organizations from reaching their full potential. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

Mental models help us understand how the world works, and for leaders how leadership works. Clayton Stenson, relationship coach for visionaries and second in commands, offers a mental model to help understand the complicated relationship between a visionary leader, and their second who supports them. In this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Clayton shares how visionary leaders cycle through different stages and how this affects the teams they lead, and their direct support. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

Relationships are at the heart of every organization, and on this episode of The Be Worth* Following podcast, Dr. Mary Shippy, veteran coach and leadership consultant, shares some profound yet simple ways to strengthen these relationships. Dr. Shippy uses dynamic models and principles in her coaching with relationship-building at its core. In this episode she talks with Tim about what inhibits and enables a leader’s ability to be curious, how we often write incorrect stories based on limited information, and what is at the core of forgiveness.  Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

Education. Middle School boys. Blacksmithing. This episode of the Be Worth* Following Podcast is a one-of-a-kind.  Andrew Culp is the founder and principal of the Anvil Academy, a learning community that is focused on mentoring boys through the messy and formative years of middle school. While it may seem that education for middle school boys has little to do with leadership, Andrew’s insights are profound and applicable.  In this episode you will learn the story of how Anvil was birthed and why. Most importantly, you will be invited to apply the metaphor of the anvil and formation to your own life and leadership. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

Wise leaders have their eyes on the future of the companies they lead. Exceptional leaders prioritize the development of future leaders now.  One such leader, Gary Bridgewater, CEO at Baker Group, says this:  “I want to look at this company at some point, and I actually want to have a twinge of jealousy about how good they're doing.” Gary has prioritized leadership development that aims at WHO a leader is. He has put energy, time, and money toward developing Others Focused and Inwardly Sound leaders—including himself. In this episode you will hear about the foundation that was laid at a young age for Gary, how he prioritizes the future of Baker by developing leaders now, and the work that he is currently engaged in to become an even more exceptional leader. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

Imagine a world in which businesses existed not only for profit, but also for impact and purpose.  Mike Salguero, Founder and CEO of Butcherbox, launched his business for these exact reasons. But the company today is different from the one that launched, and Mike says he allowed the company to evolve in the way that it did. For Mike, leading a company is often like raising kids—you have limited control and each wants to be what it wants to be. So leaders can establish necessary guardrails, but also embrace the process of growing a business with wisdom and open hands. In this episode you will hear how Mike got his start as an entrepreneur, the history and ethos of Butcherbox, and Mike's perspectives on executive team dynamics. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

According to our latest podcast guest, “A leader is a person who chooses to take initiative for the benefit of others.” Adam Tarnow, author, leadership coach, and podcast host, joined Tim Spiker to talk about his passion for leadership, and how emerging leaders can stand out. Adam’s own arrival into the leadership development space was quite unique, and he established his impact with a leadership development firm, a book, and a podcast. Adam asserts that there are four overarching qualities that cause emerging leaders to stand out, or have the E.D.G.E, and he shares these, and more, in the episode. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

This episode will change how you think about the impact leaders have on their followers as human beings. Zach Mercurio, author, keynote speaker, and researcher, joined the Be Worth* Following podcast to share how purposeful leadership and mattering can change lives. Zach began researching the concept of “mattering” while trying to discover why some individuals lived and worked with more purpose, regardless of the kind of work they did. What he discovered has tremendous implications for leaders and guides the work that Zach does today. In this episode of the podcast, Zach shares some of his own personal story and passion behind purpose and mattering in leadership. Listen for not only impactful research, but also practical ways to help others know they matter. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

We believe that the message of Who* Not What applies to leaders in all parts of the world, and this episode with Frederic de Rougemont supports just that. Frederic, a former veteran CEO turned strategic advisor and consultant, has not only experienced the journey of becoming more Inwardly Sound and Others Focused, but he has made Who* Not What an explicit part of how he develops others. In this episode of the podcast, Frederic shares about his own leadership journey—how he became a more Others Focused and Inwardly Sound leader. Hint: it takes time. But according to Frederic, the effort is worth it. Because while leading with fear may look successful in the short term, leading with trust is actually the better way. Frederic shares ways that he believes trust is built with followers, and what that looks like practically in an organization. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

When it comes to diversity in the workplace, there is “an elephant in the room” that we often fail to notice. Dr. Tim Elmore, Founder of Growing Leaders, Inc, wants to bring attention to the generational gap that can often cause misunderstanding and frustration in the workplace. In this latest episode of the Be Worth* Following Podcast, Tim Spiker and Dr. Elmore talk about generational diversity—the topic of Dr. Elmore’s latest book— and how to turn frustration into fascination. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website.

Episode Description Joel Manby is a former CEO whose leadership style was revolutionized when he discovered the astounding ROA for being a loving leader. Since this epiphany, Joel has made dramatic changes in the way he acts and talks about leadership. After serving as CEO for several decades in the auto and family theme park industries, Joel wrote Love Works: Seven Timeless Principles for Effective Leaders to share how showing love is a powerful leadership strategy. In this episode, host Tim Spiker talks with Joel about his own personal leadership journey, the powerful results of leading with love, and some examples of what this looks like in practical leadership.   Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website

Syl Trepanier is the Senior Vice President, Senior Chief Nursing officer at Providence St. Joseph Health. On this episode of the Be Worth* Following podcast, Syl talks with Tim Spiker about being a deliberate leader who looks to inspire, shows up fully present, and calls himself out (i.e., shares what areas he is personally working on). Syl is a reminder that all leaders are in process, even if they have already come a long way. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website

Lee Scott is the Founder and Chief Change Agent at Unleashing Leaders, a national network of consultants and facilitators who work with willing clients to inspire what they call an “epidemic of leadership and integrity.” This episode explores the unique business model of Unleashing Leaders and their approach by working with their clients shoulder-to-shoulder. We also hear Lee’s philosophy on what produces actual change in behavior. Additional Resources can be found on the Be Worth* Following Podcast Website

Chip Toth, President and Owner at LeadersInspire is a respected people developer passionate to help individuals reach their potential and thrive personally and professionally. This episode explores the significance of meaningful interactions, being there for clients beyond business, and supporting them through challenges. Chip emphasizes the need for leaders to balance soft skills with hard outcomes, and shares experiences of delivering tough messages effectively. Listen in to uncover Chip's perspective on leadership - which has led to increased productivity and success. Additional Resources Connect with Tim on LinkedIn Learn more about The Aperio Connect with Chip on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network

David Mead's journey has been guided by his profound belief in the importance of human connection and individual growth. With a genuine focus on human beings, he understands that the key to unlocking potential is by fostering an environment where people feel valued and supported. David shares his experiences working in sales, finding inspiration from Simon Sinek's powerful talk, and ultimately joining Sinek's team to develop an online course. The episode explores David's insights on balancing empowerment and enforcing standards in the workplace, the importance of empathy in accountability, and the concept of mutual accountability in leadership. Additional Resources Connect with Tim on LinkedIn Learn more about The Aperio Connect with David Mead David’s Website Learn more about PeopleForward Network

Tim Spiker sits down with Chad Peterman, President and CEO of Peterman Brothers, a residential trade services supplier. Together, they explore the concept of empowerment within the trades industry. Chad shares various ways in which Peterman Brothers promotes leadership within the organization - emphasize regular communication, provide leadership classes, and have established a leadership academy, which offers ongoing training and career paths for technicians. Listen in to this inspiring episode for inspiration around leadership and growth within the trades industry. Additional Resources Connect with Tim on LinkedIn Learn more about The Aperio Chad on LinkedIn Peterman Brothers Website Learn more about PeopleForward Network