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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#33: Kara Goldin, Hint Water Founder & CEO—Tack...
Learn how tackling fears and obstacles can be incredible opportunities for us to learn and grow – and maybe even disrupt an entire industry. How to motivate a team around a mission. Plus, the inside scoop on a bargain-priced SuperBowl ad (no, really!).
59 min
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#32: Jesse Cole, Savannah Bananas Owner & Found...
Learn how to get the right kind of attention for your business by serving your customers and solving the real pain points they experience. Plus, get the permission you need to march to the beat of your own drum as a leader.
44 min
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#31: Joey Zwillinger, Allbirds Cofounder—Have a...
Learn how a healthy sense of urgency can help you clarify your business model, tap into your purpose, and fight team complacency. See how to respond when a competitor rips you off. Plus, the right way to bring sustainability into your business.
58 min
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#30: Niren Chaudhary, Panera CEO—Begin With the...
Learn how to make big changes in any organization – using the power of a clear vision and building trust with your team. This episode is a wealth of wisdom to help you tackle any big challenge, even when you feel overwhelmed.
61 min
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#29: Mikaila Ulmer, Me and the Bees Lemonade Fo...
Learn how applying a “kid mentality” to your dreams and ideas can help you see all the opportunities in front of you, not just the obstacles. How to weave storytelling into your brand. Plus, golden advice for parents of aspiring entrepreneurs.
44 min
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#28: Marvin Ellison, Lowe’s CEO—Tackle the Toug...
Learn how to stand out at work for all the right reasons – by jumping in to take the assignments other people shy away from. Plus, hear hard-won wisdom from one of our country’s few Black Fortune 500 CEOs about how companies can help fight systemic racism at work and in society as a whole.
60 min
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#27: Lauren Hobart, Dick’s Sporting Goods Presi...
Learn how you can strengthen your team by seeing communication for what it really is – connection. Get practical advice for one-on-one meetings, getting your vision across, navigating disagreements, and more.
45 min
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#26: General Ray Odierno, Former Chief of Staff...
Learn how you can develop the three traits that make a leader trustworthy. Get hard-won wisdom on how to respectfully hold a different opinion than your superiors. Plus, what makes a leader “toxic” – and why it’s probably not what you think.
59 min
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#25: Kevin Johnson, Starbucks CEO—How to Stay A...
Learn how to keep your organization agile and innovative, regardless of its size. See why vulnerability can be every leader’s secret weapon. Plus, the epic story of how Kevin learned transcendental meditation from Ringo Starr (and why it helps him at work!).
50 min
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#24: Madeline Bell, Children’s Hospital of Phil...
Learn how important it is for us to model the kind of behavior we expect from our team – whether it’s staying calm in a crisis, learning from mistakes, or taking a day off to recharge. Plus: beautiful success stories of children whose lives were saved at the hospital that will have you wondering who cut all those onions.
56 min
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#23: Lindsey Johnson, Weezie Cofounder & CEO—Pa...
Learn how the co-founder of Weezie Towels is building a successful brand, leading with both big-picture passion and in-the-weeds substance. Plus, super-smart entrepreneurial advice for defining consumer pain points, launching a brand, and balancing growth with profitability.
51 min
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#22: John Calipari, University of Kentucky Head...
Learn what it looks like to truly serve your team. Get practical advice for taking risks, recruiting, and setting big goals. Plus, the story of how he popularized the dribble-drive offense and the leadership lesson you can take away from it.
60 min
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#21: Jack Nicklaus, Golfer, Businessman & Phila...
Learn how the greatest golfer of all time was always improving, both in victory and defeat. See the immense benefits of preparation, including one that may surprise you. Plus, the epic story of the time Jack caught a world-record-setting marlin – that wasn’t a world record!
59 min
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#20: Dave Cote, Honeywell former CEO—Find Win/W...
Learn how to get past surface-level conventional business wisdom with the power of independent thinking. Instead of choosing between two seemingly conflicting options, you can find creative win/win solutions that drive true growth.
58 min
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#19: Frank Blake, Home Depot former CEO—Aim for...
Learn how Frank became the “unexpected CEO” of The Home Depot and made big decisions to get back to basics and grow the company with excellence, not expansion. Plus, discover two powerful insights that will forever change the way you communicate and listen in a leadership role.
55 min
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#18: Steve Burke, NBCUniversal Chairman—Draw Ou...
Learn how Steve gets the most out of his teams by drawing out their ideas and building a strong, idea-driven culture. Plus, see what you should be looking for right now if you want to land the best up-and-coming talent.
60 min
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#17: Mory Fontanez, 822 Group Founder & CEO—Tam...
Learn how you can lead a team of more loyal and productive workers, simply by reconnecting with a higher purpose for yourself and your company. See what NOT to do when you want to revisit your company values. Plus, practical advice for how to handle conflict at work.
59 min
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#16: Tim Ryan, PricewaterhouseCoopers US Chair ...
Learn how listening is a key part of your job as a leader, especially when you face risky decisions. Get practical advice for making diversity and inclusion a real priority. Plus, the three fundamental things the marketplace is telling us – and why they need to be a part of your strategic plans.
51 min
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#15: Part 2: Jamie Dimon, JP Morgan Chase Chair...
Learn how Jamie’s straightforward leadership style helped drive to truly. See why listening to your team is good, but not enough. Plus, what you might be getting wrong about strategic planning.
37 min
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#14: Part 1: Jamie Dimon, JP Morgan Chase Chair...
Learn how a straightforward leadership style helps Jamie prepare for the worst (and the best) scenarios. Plus, no-nonsense wisdom on decision making, work-life balance, and how corporations can be more socially responsible.
43 min
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#13: Mark Messier, NHL Hall of Famer—Stay Attun...
Learn the secrets of how this legendary NHL Hall of Famer created strong bonds with his teammates – and why those connections are key to any team’s success. Plus, what NOT to do in a new leadership role.
64 min
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#12: Larry Merlo, CVS Health CEO—Craft a Simple...
Learn how eight simple words transformed CVS Health – and unlocked a whole new level of revenue and growth. Plus, three clues to look for in your failures that indicate you’re actually on your way to success.
57 min
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#11: Part 2: Tom Brady, 6-time World Champion—B...
In the second part of our conversation with Tom Brady, learn more about how Tom’s upbringing influenced his leadership. Take a deep dive into the mentality leaders need when the going gets tough. Plus, the bonkers story of how Tom got trapped in the Notre Dame stadium.
58 min
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#10: Part 1: Tom Brady, 6-time World Champion—B...
Learn how to focus your work so it lines up with what you want. Get inspired by Tom’s elite mentality and preparation. Plus, hear a few of his incredible (and incredibly revealing) stories from both on and off the field.
41 min
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#09: Indra Nooyi, PepsiCo Former Chairman & CEO...
Learn how to celebrate your team and open up new opportunities for the people you serve. See what it takes to stick to a vision, even when the naysayers are (very!) loud. Plus, hear the one leadership mistake you should never make when communicating during a crisis.
60 min