Grow Strong Leaders Podcast
In the Grow Strong Leaders Podcast, host Meredith Bell interviews business leaders who are committed to their own growth and the development of their people.
Episodes
362 episodes
362: Thriving Starts from Within
What does it really mean to thrive, especially when success still doesn’t feel satisfying? Kamin Samuel, PhD, brings a grounded, deeply human perspective to thriving—one rooted in self-leadership, self-trust, and releasing the quiet belief that...
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Episode 362
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53:30
361: Women Leading Change in Construction
What does it really take to lead with courage in environments that were not built for you? Gretchen Gagel, PhD, a trailblazer with four decades of experience in the construction industry, shares what she has learned about unconscious bias, the ...
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Episode 361
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46:50
360: When 360 Feedback Becomes a Gift
What if the feedback you’re most hesitant to receive is actually a gift? In this solo episode, I share what 360-degree feedback really is—and what it is not—drawing on more than 30 years of experience helping leaders use feedback as a tool for ...
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Episode 360
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15:04
359: Own Your Stuff and Elevate Your Impact
What if the greatest leadership breakthroughs begin with owning your truth? In this conversation with Joe Machicote about his book, Own Thy Stuff, we explore what it really means to take responsibility for your impact—on yourself, your...
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Episode 359
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47:13
358: Ethical Leadership That Transforms Communities
What happens when leadership development is built on ethics, values, and genuine human dignity, not just performance metrics? Brian Peckrill, Executive Director, describes how the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund is investing in leaders who w...
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Episode 358
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41:37
357: Clarifying Leadership Expectations for Stronger Teams
Are your team members clear about what you really expect from them? In this compelling conversation, you’ll hear Megan Robinson share how confusion and unspoken assumptions can erode trust and productivity—and what leaders can do to prevent tha...
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Episode 357
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46:55
356: Love As the Ultimate Leadership Action
What if love—not control—was the driving force behind your leadership? In this thought-provoking conversation, Trevor Timbeck invites you to explore leadership through the lens of “loving as a verb.” Co-author of The Power of Love with...
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Episode 356
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49:28
355: How to Master Executive Transitions
Did you know that 40% of executives fail in their new roles within the first 18 months…and it’s rarely due to lack of technical skills? In this insightful conversation, you’ll hear from Navid Nazemian, an executive transition coach and author o...
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Episode 355
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44:15
354: Tilting Futures: Empowering Young Adults to Lead
What if young people learned to lead by tackling real-world problems instead of waiting for “someday”? In this inspiring conversation, you’ll meet Erin Lewellen, CEO of Tilting Futures, an organization that empowers youth around the globe to st...
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Episode 354
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49:46
353: How Great Leaders Execute Strategy with Clarity First
Have you ever wondered why so many well-designed strategies fail in execution? Tim Ohai reveals that the real problem isn’t poor planning, it’s poor decision-making. Drawing on decades of global experience, he shares how strategy is best unders...
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Episode 353
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45:31
352: Inside Principal Financial Group’s Culture of Ethics
Want a behind-the-scenes look at how real leaders make ethics practical on a day-to-day basis? In this conversation with Noreen Fierro at Principal Financial Group®, you’ll hear how, as Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer, she builds trust by a...
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Episode 352
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43:27
351: Navigating Leadership in the Age of AI
What if you had to step into a CEO role at just 22, with no formal business training? That’s exactly what Thiago Da Costa did, and he quickly discovered that leadership is best learned on the job. In this episode, Thiago shares what it was like...
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Episode 351
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34:39
350: Creating Yourself, Others, and Your World
What if you realized you’re already creating every moment of your life—yourself, others, and the world around you? In this milestone 350th episode, I reflect on what it truly means to be a creator in all three areas. Drawing inspiratio...
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Episode 350
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18:29
349: Leadership That Moves People and Missions Forward
What does it take to lead with both speed and heart? Danielle Fette shares how her leadership in regenerative medicine is shaped by trust, courage, and a relentless focus on impact. She reveals why running a lean company allows for faster decis...
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Episode 349
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46:02
348: Transforming from Manager to True Leader
What’s the real difference between managing and leading? Mark Hinderliter, former C-suite executive, business owner, and consultant, explains how shifting from managing processes to inspiring people can transform both your leadership and your o...
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Episode 348
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44:38
347: Creating a Culture of Wellbeing at ESPN
What would change if you paused before reacting? In this conversation, you’ll discover how mindfulness can transform both your leadership and your daily life. Anita Barbero shares her journey from running a fitness business to leading wellness ...
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Episode 347
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52:48
346: How Shaw Communications Built a Culture of Care
What does it look like when leadership is rooted in genuine care for people? In this conversation, you’ll hear how Peter Bissonnette’s experiences in a monastery and in the corporate world shaped a philosophy of service, humility, and trust. Hi...
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Episode 346
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52:20
345: Never Lead Alone: From Leadership to Teamship
Keith brings these concepts to life with stories, tested practices, and simple tools you can start using right away. He explains how methods like “stress testing,” candor breaks, and energy checks transform group dynamics, helping teams shift f...
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Episode 345
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26:12
344: Leading with Love and Service at the Arizona Diamondbacks
What if the most powerful thing you could do as a leader is to see greatness in others that they can’t see in themselves? That’s the philosophy that has guided Ken Crenshaw, longtime Director of Sports Medicine and Performance for the Arizona D...
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Episode 344
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51:50
343: Breaking Barriers at the NFL with Authentic Leadership
What does it take to lead in a world where the odds are stacked against you? Jennifer Langton’s remarkable journey from being the only girl on an all-boys lacrosse team to becoming the NFL’s first Vice President of Player Health and Safety is f...
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Episode 343
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52:20
342: The Group Intervention That Transformed a Team
What do you do when one person’s behavior is quietly eroding the trust and teamwork of your group—and no one wants to speak up? In this episode, I share a true story from my own leadership journey where I faced that exact challenge. You’ll hear...
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Episode 342
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8:44
341: Live & Lead with Passion and Purpose - Not Caution
Are you holding back in ways you don’t even realize? In this candid and inspiring conversation, Dr. Tom Olson invites you to take a hard look at how fear of change and a need for safety can quietly run your life. He shares powerful stories from...
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Episode 341
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49:35
340: Equip First-time Managers to Lead
What can you do to set up your frontline leaders for success from Day 1? This episode with Matt Gjertsen explores the essential skills and strategies new managers need to transition smoothly from individual contributor to effective leader. Find...
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Episode 340
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47:54
339: Transforming Your Stress into a Strength
How can you effectively manage stress and stay composed in high-pressure situations? In this episode, Dr. Susan Bernstein dives into the power of somatic leadership, offering insights on how you can use body signals to transform your responses ...
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Episode 339
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47:52