Best Organizationaldevelopment Podcasts (2025)

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The Science of Success: How High Achievers Think and Win | Dr. Ruth Gotian | 632 34:45

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How do you turn an idea into lasting thought leadership? Dr. Ruth Gotian has done just that—translating academic research on high achievers into actionable insights that help individuals and organizations thrive. In this episode, we explore the power of mentorship, the resilience of high achievers, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Ruth sha…

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Podcasting for Influence: How to Build Authority Without Ads | Mischa Zvegintzov | 631 21:34

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Are you really a thought leader—or just claiming the title? Today's guest Mischa Zvegintzov, Chief Influence Officer at Influence Army, thought he was a Thought Leader. As a sales expert with decades of experience, he knew how to pitch. But when a podcast host bluntly told him, “You don’t look like a thought leader,” everything changed. In this epi…

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Predicting the Market with the Wisdom of Crowds | Vuk Vuković | 630 17:06

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Can social media predict the stock market? Vuk Vukovic, CIO and co-founder of Oraclum Capital, believes it can. His hedge fund leverages the wisdom of the crowd and a proprietary network analysis of social media bubbles to forecast weekly equity market movements. With a PhD in political economics and a track record of accurately predicting election…

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AI, Leadership, and the Future: What We Know (and What We Don’t) | Nada Sanders | 629 42:42

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How do you lead in a world where the future keeps shifting? Dr. Nada Sanders, a distinguished professor at Northeastern University, an expert in supply chain management and AI-driven decision-making, believes the key is humility. In this episode, we dive into why thought leaders must stay agile, question assumptions, and embrace uncertainty. AI is …

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Scaling Sales, Not Sacrificing Quality – The AI-Driven Secret to Billion-Dollar Growth | Mike Latch & Gregg Murphy | 628 33:53

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Can you scale sales without sacrificing quality? Gregg Murphy and Mike Latch have done it—taking a company from $50 million to a billion-dollar run rate. The secret? A fusion of technology, strategic sales processes, and thought leadership that turns even mid-level sales reps into top performers. Now, they’re sharing their insights in their book "S…

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Why Leaders Struggle with Emotional Depth (And How to Fix It) | Adam Dorsay | 627 23:05

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Are you truly connected—to yourself, to others, to your purpose? Dr. Adam Dorsay, psychologist, TEDx speaker, and author, joins me for a deep conversation on how connection shapes our lives. From working with Silicon Valley execs to writing his new book Super Psyched, Adam explores the ways we build (or neglect) meaningful connections. We dive into…

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Building Resilience: A Thought Leader’s Guide to Thriving After Tragedy | Nina Sossamon-Pogue | 626 45:21

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Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of severe accidents, injuries involving young individuals, and mentions of suicide and self-harm related to these events. While these topics are integral to the conversation, some listeners may find them distressing. If you wish to avoid these sections, please skip from 17:46 to 25:06. What happens…

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The Secret to Landing More Speaking Gigs | Cam Beaudoin | 625 16:31

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How do you get booked as a speaker when no one knows you? And how do you stand out in a crowded market? Cam Beaudoin has cracked the code. A former speaker on disability inclusion and accessibility, Cam now helps speakers create powerful demo reels that get them noticed—and hired. He joins me on Leveraging Thought Leadership to share why most speak…

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Beyond Influence: Why Expertise Beats Popularity | Eric Sheinkop | 624 19:50

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Is the influencer model broken? Consumers are drowning in five-star reviews and paid endorsements. But what if credibility, not clout, was the real driver of influence? In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick sits down with Eric Shienkop, entrepreneur, author, and tech innovator. Eric built the world’s largest community of un…

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The Courage to Lead: Saying Yes to Hard Things | Rajeev Kapur | 623 37:48

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What does it take to chase greatness in a world of rapid change? Rajeev Kapur, CEO of 1105 Media and bestselling author, shares his journey of saying "yes" to hard things—from navigating international markets in the early days of Gateway and Dell to leading businesses during a global pandemic. His stories reveal the resilience and courage required …

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Aligning Leadership and Empathy | Hortense le Gentil | 622 20:55

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What do horses and leadership have in common? According to executive leadership coach and author of The Unlocked Leader: Dare to Free Your Own Voice, Lead with Empathy, and Shine Your Light in the World Hortense le Gentil, a lot more than you might think. In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Hortense shares how lessons learned from sho…

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Thought Leadership in Action: Making Big Ideas Accessible | Lisa DeFrank-Cole | 621 33:48

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Where do big ideas come from, and how do we make them accessible to the next generation? Thought leadership isn't just about creating new ideas—it’s about synthesizing insights and making them available to those who need them most. In this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, we explore the fascinating journey of Dr. Lisa DeFrank-Cole, profess…

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The Power of a Good Question | Laurence Minsky | 620 35:42

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What if curiosity could change the course of your career? Today on Leveraging Thought Leadership, Laurence Minsky shares how a simple question about advertising portfolios led to a book deal for his first book: How to Succeed in Advertising When All You Have is Talent, that transformed his professional path. From launching an advertising career to …

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Blueprint for Unleashing Innovation in Thought Leadership | Maxine Mackie | 619 18:54

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How do you bridge the gap between brilliant ideas and real-world impact? In this episode, Peter Winick sits down with Maxine Mackie, Managing Director of Label Sessions, to explore the art of translating thought leadership into actionable innovation. Maxine shares her journey from working with IBM’s research labs to founding a global expert network…

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Breaking the Stigma: Mental Health in the Professional World | Stephen J. Dietrich | 618 17:26

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What happens when a high-powered attorney decides to tackle fear and anxiety head-on? On this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick speaks with Stephen J. Dietrich, corporate M&A attorney and author of Fear Dynamics: Harnessing fear and anxiety to create lasting happiness and meaningful achievement. Stephen shares how introspection…

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11: Lessons From The Cockpit: Becoming A Leader Of Purpose 31:02

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For as long as he can remember, Derek Oaks wanted to fly fighters in the Air Force. After graduating from the Air Force Academy, he realized that dream...and then some. He wound up flying the fearsome A-10 "Warthog" close air support fighter -- a friend to "ground pounders" and a nightmare to any enemy tanks foolish enough to challenge it. During h…

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Mastering Innovation and Clarity: Best Practices from 2024’s Thought Leaders | Best of 2024 with Bill Sherman | 617 34:44

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In this year-end highlight episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership with Bill Sherman, we revisit the journeys of six incredible thought leaders from diverse fields. They share insights into their evolving work, the hurdles they’ve faced, and the laser focus needed to connect deeply with their audiences. From startup leadership and immigrant entrep…

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The Best of 2024: Insights from Top Thought Leaders | Best of 2024 with Peter Winick | 616 33:39

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2024 was an incredible year for Leveraging Thought Leadership, bringing insights from some of the brightest minds in business and thought leadership. This "Best of 2024" episode features five remarkable conversations, each offering unique strategies and perspectives on building influence and scaling ideas. If you're looking to lead with impact, thi…

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The Rock of Trust: A Framework for Impactful Leadership | Karen & Aneil Mishra | 615 32:44

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How do you take an academic idea and turn it into a global movement? On this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Bill Sherman dives deep with Karen and Aneil Mishra, exploring their journey of transforming the "ROCC of Trust" framework into an impactful leadership tool. From the humble beginnings of self-publishing to securing high-profile co…

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The Transformative Power of Failure | Paul Glover | 614 23:46

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What does it take to truly transform and lead authentically? Paul Glover knows. Once a successful trial attorney, his life unraveled due to choices that led to federal prison. But from the depths of failure, Paul emerged not only as a survivor but as a powerhouse coach for C-suite executives. His journey is raw, unfiltered, and deeply inspiring, bl…

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From Academia to Action: Turning Research into Executive Impact | Stephanie Woerner | 613 43:18

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How can an academic bridge the gap between rigorous research and actionable insights for executives? Stephanie Woerner, of MIT's Center for Information Systems Research (CISR), offers a masterclass on this topic in our latest podcast episode. She reveals how her team tackles the tension between academia’s slower pace and business’s urgent demands b…

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Think Big, Act Bigger: The Power of Mindset and Systems | Dre Baldwin | 612 20:41

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How do you turn ideas into impact and expertise into action? On this episode of Leveraging Thought Leadership, Peter Winick speaks with Dre Baldwin, Founder and CEO of Work on Your Game. Dre is a four-time TEDx speaker and author of 35 books, including "The Third Day: The Decision that Separates The Pros from the Amateurs" and the creator of the Wo…

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From Chaos to Chapters: How AI is Revolutionizing Book Publishing | Dan Curran | 611 18:51

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What if publishing your book was as simple as answering a few questions? This week, Peter Winick speaks with Dan Curran, a serial entrepreneur and innovator who is transforming the publishing industry with Chapters.io, a groundbreaking platform designed to make writing a book accessible and efficient for first-time authors. He’s also the author of …

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Leveraging Stories, AI, and Media to Empower Entrepreneurs | Ruth King | 610 35:31

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How do you turn decades of expertise into a scalable thought leadership business? Ruth King, known as the Profit & Wealth Guru, shares her journey from one-on-one financial coaching to becoming a best-selling author and AI innovator. She began by helping small businesses demystify their financial statements, but quickly realized her reach was limit…

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10: The 40 Year Leadership Lesson 33:53

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Little did Max Stitzer know what the future would have in store for him when he joined the Air Force at 18 as a young one-stripe Airman. His "course correction" came when a mentor urged him to think about finishing college and getting his officer's commission. Now, some 40 years later, recently retired Brigadier General Stitzer talks about his 40 y…

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Saving the World Through Values-Driven Leadership | Rajeev Peshawaria | 609 31:24

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What if the key to saving the planet wasn’t more regulations or money, but a new kind of leadership? Rajeev Peshawaria, CEO of Stewardship Asia Centre and author of "Sustainable Sustainability: Why ESG is Not Enough" and "Too Many Bosses, Too Few Leaders: The Three Essential Principles You Need to Become an Extraordinary Leader", joins Bill Sherman…

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