Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
Welcome to the show, where we explore the world of business ethics and how it can benefit companies, employees, customers, and the world. Hosted by Blake Peterson, a licensed financial planning expert based in Omaha, Nebraska, and a passionate advocate for ethical leadership. From startups to established corporations, we feature guests who are leading the way in ethical business practices. We believe in a better way of doing business, and we're here to showcase the power of ethical leadership. Join us for a journey into the fascinating world of business ethics and learn how it can impact your company's success.
Business Ethics, Walk the Talk
Building Teams, Not Just Titles: Mark Mathia on Ethical Leadership That Lasts
In this episode of Ethics: Walk the Talk, host Blake Peterson steps up to the plate with executive coach and longtime leader Mark Mathia for a conversation about what it really means to lead with purpose. Mark reflects on his journey to becoming one of Omaha’s go-to executive coaches and helping leaders discover the playbook already inside them.
The conversation dives into the ethical foundations of coaching, the difference between coaching, mentoring, and consulting, and how leaders can align values, strategy, and energy to combat burnout and build enduring organizations.
Mathia and Peterson also discuss the growing role of AI and leverage in business, the importance of coaching ethics and confidentiality, and how legacy-focused leadership can create sustainable value beyond the founder. The episode closes with a reflection on “surface vs. sacred” leadership—how going deeper with people transforms workplaces into meaningful, ethical communities.
A look at leadership and the future on this episode, brought to you by the Business Ethics Alliance.