How Leaders Lead with David Novak

How Leaders Lead gives you a front-row seat to exclusive conversations with the world’s most iconic leaders across business, sports, and entertainment. Hosted by David Novak, Co-founder and former CEO of Yum! Brands, this podcast pulls back the curtain on how top CEOs, founders, and game-changers make things happen. When you tune in, you’ll learn from legends like Tom Brady, Condoleezza Rice, Jamie Dimon, Coach Prime (Deion Sanders), Indra Nooyi, Stanley Druckenmiller, and more.

Other guests include:

  • CEO of Starbucks
  • CEO of Target
  • Co-founder of Home Depot
  • and many others...


David’s unique perspective and thought-provoking questions distill the wisdom of these leaders into actionable insights you can use to elevate your own leadership game. Whether you’re just starting your leadership journey or already leading teams, this show helps you build the confidence you need to lead well.

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Management
Entrepreneurship
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3 More Questions (Chris Gheysens) with David No...
We're going to dive even deeper into the idea of why when you do the right thing, the right things happen
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#130: Chris Gheysens, President & CEO of Wawa –...
Learn how investing in your customers and team members can unlock a whole new level of success in your business. See what to prioritize if you want to scale a people-first culture. Plus, practical advice for finding long-term career satisfaction.
60 min
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3 More Questions (Uri Levine) with David Novak ...
Learn even more about why you shouldn't be afraid to fail
14 min
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#129: Uri Levine, Co-founder of Waze – Don't be...
Learn how to get comfortable with failure in order to find success. Hear game-changing insights on finding your product market fit. Plus, advice on firing and hiring that every business leader needs to hear.
46 min
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#128: The Best of Q1
Learn from some of the best leadership insights of Q1 2023
38 min
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3 More Questions (Dawn Hudson) with David Novak...
Learn even more about why you should evolve your culture
13 min
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#127: Dawn Hudson, Former CEO of Pepsi-Cola Nor...
Learn how to build a stronger, more diverse culture by making small shifts in the language you use. Plus, get powerful insights into the generational differences happening right now that will impact how you lead.
58 min
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3 More Questions (Jay Bilas) with David Novak a...
Learn even more about why you should put substance before style
12 min
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#126: Jay Bilas, ESPN basketball analyst – Put ...
Learn how to honor the substance of your work and focus less on the showy, flashy parts. Discover three questions you can ask yourself when you face criticism. Plus, leadership lessons Jay learned firsthand from Coach K at Duke.
59 min
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3 More Questions (Ray Scott) with David Novak a...
Learn even more about why you should never lose sight of what’s next
12 min
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#125: Ray Scott, CEO of Lear Corporation – Neve...
Learn how to balance your short-term pressures with long-term innovations. Discover one action that will drive your career forward (although you may not like it). Plus, the secret ingredient for better innovation.
43 min
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3 More Questions (Dr. John Noseworthy) with Dav...
Learn even more about improving what’s already working
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#124: Dr. John Noseworthy, CEO Emeritus of Mayo...
Learn how to drive change, even in a high-performing organization. See how to spot inefficiency and eliminate it. Plus, advice every young person needs to hear if they want a satisfying career.
51 min
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3 More Questions (Junior Bridgeman) with David ...
Learn even more about how to go farther together
12 min
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#123: Junior Bridgeman, former NBA player and l...
Learn how to create and nurture a teamwork-driven culture where people accomplish big goals together. Get practical advice for leading when you’re naturally more introspective. Plus, the opportunity Junior saw to amplify Black stories – when most others only saw a bankrupt business.
62 min
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3 More Questions (Bill Rhodes) with David Novak...
Learn even more about how to value those you lead
14 min
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#122: Bill Rhodes, CEO of AutoZone – Value thos...
Value those you lead
61 min
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3 More Questions (Condoleezza Rice) with David ...
Learn even more about how to play to your strengths.
17 min
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#121: Condoleezza Rice, former U.S. Secretary o...
Learn how to play to your strengths.
42 min
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3 More Questions (Dr. Holly Andersen) with Davi...
Learn even more about how to use passion to drive change.
11 min
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#120: Dr. Holly Andersen, World Renowned Cardio...
Learn how to use passion to drive change.
60 min
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3 More Questions (Bernie Marcus) with David Nov...
Learn even more about how to do what's great for your customers.
18 min
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#119: Bernie Marcus, Cofounder of The Home Depo...
Learn how to prioritize doing what's great for your customers.
75 min
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3 More Questions (Carol Tomé) with David Novak ...
Learn even more about how to see people as an investment.
12 min
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#118: Carol Tomé, CEO of UPS – See people as an...
Learn how to see people as an investment, not an expense.
59 min