Unconventional Leadership Podcast

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 forefront and discussing topics to drive new ways of thinking and showing up. You will hear the personal stories of successful leaders from around the globe. From the highest of highs to the lowest of lows, every guest has a unique story to tell and insights to bring. Discover how to achieve a new type of success that goes much deeper than profits and supports our vision of unlocking human potential.

Business
Careers
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Strategically Creating Innovation in Inclusion ...
This week we are reviving a previous episode (Episode #19) that is relevant in today’s climate.
35 min
77
Crucial Conversations & Bringing Your Whole Sel...
Mike talks with fellow Leadership Cincinnati alumnus Tysonn Betts, Vice President of Design for Global Family Care at Procter & Gamble, about tips on effective listening and how to develop respect and trust.
37 min
78
Extraordinary Leader Series with Guest Host Don...
This week, guest host, Don Frericks, and Georg Schmundt-Thomas have an insightful conversation about intentional leadership, and provide many touchpoints for aspiring leaders.
52 min
79
Lessons in Effective Parenting and Leadership w...
Mike revisits an old friend this week, Jim Mason, CEO of Beech Acres Parenting Center to discuss work, parenting success, and being a better leader.
49 min
80
Network Beyond Bias to Advance Your Career with...
Mike talks with Amy Waninger, CEO of Lead At Any Level, about the importance of diversifying the people with whom you associate, and share tips for how to build “critical connections.”
39 min
81
Extraordinary Leader Series with Guest Host Don...
Don Frericks, author of the new book Best Boss Ever!, and Josh White, a talent and organizational development executive in Indianapolis, take their leadership discussion deep and provide several tips for leaders at all levels.
35 min
82
Workplace Equity; Let’s Continue Conversing Abo...
Mike talks with Torin Ellis, Principal at The Torin Ellis Brand in Baltimore, Maryland, about equity and the importance of employers making a declaration, reallocating, and holding people accountable in the workplace.
40 min
83
Changing Company Culture by Showing Love and Li...
Mike talks with Chris Halter, Talent Magnet Institute faculty member and organizational psychologist, and Tim Beatty, President of Bullen Ultrasonics, about real-life culture transformation and the elements at the heart of managing change.
52 min
84
Extraordinary Leader Series with Guest Host Don...
The Extraordinary Leader Series with Talent Magnet Institute faculty member Don Frericks continues as he interviews Tier 1 CEO and co-founder Greg Harmeyer.
41 min
85
The Announcement That We Have All Been Anticipa...
In this episode, Jules Breslin, new Leadership Engagement Director for the Talent Magnet Institute, interview’s TMI’s CEO and Co-Founder, Mike Sipple Jr., and they discuss an exciting membership opportunity for leaders who are ready to transform their impact as a leader.
28 min
86
A Personal Conversation About The Vision of Tal...
This week, Mike invites his dad, Mike Sipple Sr. into the studio to give you perspective of the Talent Magnet Institute’s mission in helping leaders lead well in relationships, work, community and life.
32 min
87
Leadership Strategy and Balance During Change w...
This week Mike discusses leadership strategy with Talent Magnet Institute Board Member and investor Daniel Wachter.
33 min
88
Extraordinary Leader Series with Don Frericks P...
Don Frericks kicks off his Extraordinary Leader series with an interview with Keith Hawk, an accomplished sales executive, public speaker and co-author with Michael Boland of the book Get Real Selling.
48 min
89
What It Takes To Be A Compassionate Leader with...
This week Mike talks with Alandes Powell, Vice President of Business Controls at Fifth Third Bank, about the key skills leaders need to manage people, and how to use these skills to transform business in the future.
50 min
90
Resetting Your Business with Elaine Suess
This week Mike talks with Executive Coach Elaine Suess, President of Beyond Being, about her coaching tips regarding how to move forward after a crisis.
55 min
91
Being the Best Boss Ever with Don Frericks-Part 1
This week Mike kicks off an upcoming series with long-time mentor and Talent Magnet Institute Faculty member Don Frericks.
19 min
92
Privilege In and Out of The Workplace: How CEO’...
Mike has an insightful conversation about diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) with Talent Magnet Institute Faculty member Priya Klocek and Eugene Partridge, Director of Procurement Operations for Paycor.
67 min
93
Managing Your Workforce Needs Thoughtfully with...
51 min
94
A Message from Mike Sipple Jr.
This is a special extra edition of the Talent Magnet Institute with a personal message from Mike Sipple Jr. about the importance of working towards anti-racism in our organizations, and some suggestions for how to do that work.
22 min
95
Developing Your Future State Using Effective Co...
This week Mike discusses real life communication issues of leaders all over the world and their impact on business with Becky Scheeler, Executive Vice President at Centennial, Inc.
56 min
96
Workforce Support and The Vitality of Your Orga...
This week Mike invites two local leaders to discuss the importance of early childhood education and childcare in talent retention and the talent lifecycle.
52 min
97
Maintaining a Healthy Mindset During Rapid Chan...
Mike discusses mindset strategies with Executive Coach and author Paul Heagen.
40 min
98
The Role of Leadership: Business and Mental Hea...
This week, Mike talks to Mike Glen, Vice President of Business Development for The Lindner Center For Hope, about what leaders can do to transform the conversation regarding mental health.
56 min
99
Managing Risk in Crisis Mode with Jonathan Theders
This week Mike discusses risk management with Jonathan Theders, CEO of RiskSOURCE Clark-Theders, an independent insurance agency specializing in helping businesses.
56 min
100
Communicating Change Effectively and Compassion...
This week Mike discusses how we view and react to change with Talent Magnet Institute Faculty member and the “Master of Organizational Development” Michael Glenn.
20 min