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Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Hosted by: Talent Magnet Institute

The Unconventional Leadership Podcast allows leaders to hear the truth, gain wisdom, and challenge their thinking. We aim to support you and the team you lead by bringing practical knowledge and insight to the...

Episodes

The Future of Space with Kelly Kolar

This week Mike has an engaging discussion about using space, physically and digitally, to promote well-being and success in your organization with Kelly Kolar.  Kelly is the President and Founder of Kolar Design and...
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Where People Fit Into Your Business with Tracie Sponenberg

This week Mike talks to Tracie Sponenberg, Chief People Officer with The Granite Group, Leader of Disrupt HR-New Hampshire and cofounder of HR Rebooted. They discuss the key elements of people-centered culture. Listen...
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Taking HR into the 21st Century with Lars Schmidt

This week Mike invites Lars Schmidt into the booth to discuss what Lars describes as “progressive” HR. Lars is the host of the podcast “Redefining HR” and Founder of Amplify, an executive search and consulting...
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Adapting Strategy to a Rapidly Changing Landscape with Moira Weir

This week Mike has another inspiring conversation with Moira Weir, President and CEO of United Way of Cincinnati.  They share pivotal takeaways for leaders who like to think outside-the-box when meeting their clients’...
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Strategies To Jumpstart Your Culture with Joey Price

This week Mike hosts Joey Price, CEO of Jumpstart HR, Host of “Business Life and Coffee” Podcast, and Host of the “Winning at Work” series.  They discuss Joey’s key take-aways from interviewing leaders from all over...
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Creating Opportunities for Leaders of Color with Eddie Koen

This week Mike takes a deeper dive about inclusion and equity with Eddie Koen, President and CEO of the Urban League of Southwestern Ohio.  In this discussion, they talk honestly about subjects many leaders may find...
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Engaging the Blind and Visually Impaired Through Inclusion with Chris Faust

This week, Mike discusses the power of inclusion with Chris Faust, President and CEO at Clovernook Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired.  Listen to this inspiring conversation and hear practical ideas about...
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Extraordinary Leader Series with Guest Host Don Frericks Part 6

This week, Don Frericks brings us the wisdom of another extraordinary leader, interviewing Matt Shank.  Matt is the President of the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges. He and Don discuss foundational...
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The Power of Connection: Know Your Neighbor with Shakila Ahmad

This week’s episode is another archive that has incredible relevance to today’s business climate.  In the studio with Mike is Shakila Ahmad, President and Chair of the Board of the Islamic Center of Greater...
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Strategically Creating Innovation in Inclusion with Dr. Janet Reid

This week we are reviving a previous episode (Episode #19) that is relevant in today’s climate.  Hear Mike’s incredible, tactical conversation with Dr. Janet Reid, on diversity, equity and inclusion.  Dr. Janet Reid...
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Crucial Conversations & Bringing Your Whole Self to Work with Tysonn Betts

This week Mike talks with fellow Leadership Cincinnati alumnus Tysonn Betts, Vice President of Design for Global Family Care at Procter & Gamble. Listen in as they discuss tips on effective listening and how to...
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Extraordinary Leader Series with Guest Host Don Frericks Part 5

This week, guest host Don Frericks takes the mic again to bring you extraordinary leaders from around the world. In this episode, he and Georg Schmundt-Thomas have an insightful conversation about intentional...
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