Episodes

  • 3 More Questions (Karla Gallardo) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

    3 More Questions (Karla Gallardo) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
    Dec 23 2024
    On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: How do you as a leader create momentum around big dreams without overcomplicating it for your team? What ways could Karla's ‘fewer, better,’ concept apply to leadership? How would you advise leaders on how to balance maintaining their core offerings with driving innovation and introducing new products? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!
    Show more Show less
    11 mins
  • #218: Karla Gallardo, CEO of Cuyana – Dream big, then start small

    #218: Karla Gallardo, CEO of Cuyana – Dream big, then start small
    Dec 19 2024
    Got a big idea, but not sure what to do about it? Discover the power of dreaming big (and then starting small) in this episode with Karla Gallardo, the co-founder and CEO of Cuyana. Inspired by her upbringing in Ecuador, Karla co-founded Cuyana on the principle of selling fewer, better things. Thirteen years later, they’ve hit $35 million in annual revenue and are loved by tastemakers like Meghan Markle and Jessica Alba. Listen now if you’re ready for some serious motivation to turn YOUR big idea into reality. You’ll also learn: What to prioritize in your product development if you want loyal customers Why *not* making the sale is sometimes a good thing Powerful insights that anyone in the retail space needs to hear What most people get wrong when they’re looking for investors ——— FEATURED RESOURCES The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day
    Show more Show less
    51 mins
  • 3 More Questions (Jared Belsky) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

    3 More Questions (Jared Belsky) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
    Dec 16 2024
    On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What’s the secret to staying hands-on with the details without getting bogged down in them? What would you say to a leader dealing with this dysfunction tax, but they say, “Well, it’s always been this way so there’s nothing I can really do about it.”? What would you say to leaders who are kicking the can at offering coaching? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!
    Show more Show less
    12 mins
  • #217: Jared Belsky, CEO of Acadia – Avoid the dysfunction tax

    #217: Jared Belsky, CEO of Acadia – Avoid the dysfunction tax
    Dec 12 2024
    What’s the “dysfunction tax” — and how is it costing your business? Find out in today’s episode with Jared Belsky. He’s the CEO of Acadia, a digital marketing agency that works with big names like Red Roof Inn, Maggiano’s, and Party City. Plus, Jared has a lot of practical advice to maximize your ad agency partnership — for better communication, ad creative, and results! You’ll also learn: The danger of getting too far from the details What to do when you want to fire your ad agency Tips for making an effective creative brief Why asking the wrong kind of questions is a huge missed opportunity ——— FEATURED RESOURCES The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day
    Show more Show less
    55 mins
  • 3 More Questions (Doug Hirsch) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

    3 More Questions (Doug Hirsch) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
    Dec 9 2024
    On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: What is your take on Doug's belief that you can’t perform at your best mentally if you aren’t at your best physically? What is it about Doug’s leadership that made him so successful in a field he didn’t know much about? How can leaders in a competitive industry retain their top talent? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!
    Show more Show less
    13 mins
  • #216: Doug Hirsch, Owner of Arizona Drive Pickleball Team and Founder of Seneca Capital – Excellence is a habit

    #216: Doug Hirsch, Owner of Arizona Drive Pickleball Team and Founder of Seneca Capital – Excellence is a habit
    Dec 5 2024
    “Excellence” is a word we tend to throw around in the business world. But it’s not just a standard you aim for. It’s a habit you develop! And no one exemplifies that better than Doug Hirsch, the owner of the Arizona Drive Pickleball Team and founder of Seneca Capital. Plus, he’s a philosophy buff, a chess whiz, and a nationally ranked pickleball player himself! Hit play on this conversation for an inspiring look at what it takes to bring habits of excellence into your world. You’ll also learn: Why that chip on your shoulder might be a good thing The leadership quality that builds a loyal, transparent culture How to know when it’s time to move on from a job One of leadership’s most underrated tools—and how to use it ——— FEATURED RESOURCES The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day
    Show more Show less
    54 mins
  • 3 More Questions (Jeni Britton) with David Novak and Koula Callahan

    3 More Questions (Jeni Britton) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
    Dec 2 2024
    On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to: Do you have any practices similar to Jeni where you get connected to your sense of intuition? What does Jeni's take that leadership is about finding the sweet spot of compromise mean for you and your leadership style? Have you ever had to get into character to perform a task or get something done? ——— GO DEEPER Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week! Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!
    Show more Show less
    14 mins
  • #215: Jeni Britton, Founder of Jeni's Ice Creams – Stay attuned to your instincts

    #215: Jeni Britton, Founder of Jeni's Ice Creams – Stay attuned to your instincts
    Nov 28 2024
    When it comes to decision making, do you trust your instincts? Listen to this episode with Jeni Britton, the founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, and learn from a leader who’s fully attuned to her creative instincts and knows how to trust her gut. Also, you’ve been warned: this episode contains graphic details of wildly creative ice cream flavors. You will get hungry. You’ll also learn: How to lead when you’re naturally shy and introverted One practical tip to use the next time you need a confidence boost Why you should differentiate your “company” from your “business” The power of an iterative, open approach to product development  ——— FEATURED RESOURCES The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day
    Show more Show less
    56 mins