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In this episode, Jason P. Carroll, founder of Aptive Index, explores how behavioral intelligence, self-awareness, and empathy help leaders build high-performing teams, strengthen workplace culture, and make better decisions. Together with host Jen Knox Shanahan, he shares practical strategies for understanding what motivates people, navigating conflict, and using AI to support human judgment and more effective leadership.
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In this episode of the Leadership Initiative Podcast, Max M. Fisher College of Business Dean Arvind Chandrasekaran shares insights on innovation, AI fluency, ethical leadership, and the future of business education at Fisher College of Business. Dean AC discusses how leaders can build resilient, high-performing teams by combining critical thinking, curiosity, and human-centered leadership in an era of rapid technological change.
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In this episode, Dr. Laura Little explores how leaders can balance performance and well-being while building trust through emotional intelligence and genuine care for their teams. She also challenges common leadership mindsets, offering practical strategies to shift from problem-focused thinking to more intentional, growth-directed leadership.
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This episode of The Leadership Initiative explores how “bottom-line mentality” and narrow thinking shape leadership behavior, revealing how an intense focus on results can both enhance performance and lead to ethical blind spots. Rebecca Greenbaum unpacks the balance leaders must strike between achieving outcomes and maintaining ethical, multidimensional decision-making in today’s organizations.
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In this episode, join host Ben Tepper and guest George Banks as they explore the science behind charismatic leadership, emphasizing how effective leaders inspire and mobilize others through practice and evidence-based techniques. He also discusses how emerging tools like artificial intelligence and virtual reality are transforming the way leadership skills are taught and developed.
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In this episode, Dr. Julian Barling and Dr. Simon Rego speak with host Jen Knox Shanahan about how leaders can use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills to navigate change, uncertainty, and transition with greater confidence. They explore what resilience really looks like in practice, how to lead hybrid teams intentionally, and preparing for the future of work in an era shaped by AI.
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In this episode, Dr. Julian Barling and Dr. Simon Rego speak with host Jen Knox Shanahan about how cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can support effective leadership by helping leaders manage stress, reframe unhelpful thinking patterns, and improve decision-making. The conversation highlights the role of leadership mindset, mental health, and values-based leadership in sustaining performance and well-being.
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In this episode, Parag Shah of Nationwide speaks with host Jen Knox Shanahan to break down what ethical leadership looks like in everyday practice, from making clear, values-aligned decisions to fostering trust and psychological safety across teams. He offers practical guidance on how leaders can stay grounded, navigate gray areas, and create workplaces where people feel respected, supported, and able to do their best work.