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Rediscover Ikigai: What it Really Means for Your Leadership and Your Life Purpose with Nicolas Kemp

Episode 53 – Ikigai is one of the hottest buzzwords in leadership and personal development. When you think of ikigai, what do you envision? Is it the popular Venn diagram that claims to help you find your purpose by identifying “the sweet spot” where what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for overlap? The problem? That’s not ikigai at all. 

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October 1, 2025 No Comments
Ep49 - Shift Your Mindset, Shift Your Impact 3 Reframes for Positive Leadership

Shift Your Mindset, Shift Your Impact: 3 Reframes for Positive Leadership

Episode 49 – When you encounter challenges or setbacks, and it feels like things just aren’t going your way, it’s easy to get caught into a downward negative spiral. But could simple mindset shifts change not just how you feel, but how you move forward and influence those around you with positive momentum? In this episode, I’m sharing three powerful reframes that have helped me reset, regain perspective, and move through challenges with intention and empowerment.

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August 6, 2025 No Comments
43 Cultivating Human-Centered Leadership Japanese Management Masterclass Part 2

Cultivating Human-Centered Leadership: Japanese Management Masterclass Part 2 with Tim Wolput

Episode 43 – What’s the real purpose behind the Japanese management practices fueling Lean and Agile—like kata, obeya, and A3 reports? These practices with a prescribed format or template without understanding the purpose and intention that make them successful. In this episode, we’re picking up on my conversation with Tim Wolput, Japanologist, Toyota Way management expert, and former World Aikido Champion, in Part 2 of this masterclass on Japanese culture and leadership.

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May 14, 2025 No Comments
42 Doing the Right Thing Japanese Management Masterclass Part 1

Do the Right Thing: Japanese Management Masterclass Part 1 with Tim Wolput

Episode 42 – YHow much of the Toyota Way is dependent on Japanese culture? And how much of it all comes down to… being human? There are questions I’ve explored with over 130 global leaders who’ve joined my Japan Leadership Experience programs. And to help you answer the question too, I’ve invited Tim Wolput – Japanologist and Toyota Way Management expert, to Chain of Learning.

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April 30, 2025 No Comments
39 | Doing More Isn’t the Answer Why Simple Wins

Doing More Isn’t the Answer: Why Simple Wins with Lisa Bodell

Episode 39 – Ever feel like your to-do list never ends? Running from meeting to meeting with no time to think—let alone lead or create? You’re not alone. The problem isn’t you – that you’re not working hard enough. You’re probably stuck in the complexity trap—buried in endless demands, inefficiencies, and busywork that keep you (and your team) from doing what truly matters.

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March 19, 2025 No Comments

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