Episodios

  • The Foundation of Leadership: Building Character that Lasts

    The Foundation of Leadership: Building Character that Lasts
    Jun 25 2025
    What does it really mean to have character as a leader today?

    This week, we dive into the core commitments of authentic leadership, from leading by example to living your principles and being consistent on and off stage.

    Coach shares a powerful story of humility around practicing what you preach and how trust breaks when words and actions don’t align. Dr. Karim highlights the importance of courageously sticking to your values, even when it’s hard, and shares insightful examples from her own life.

    Together, they unravel why character goes beyond personality... it’s a blend of principles, humility, authenticity, and unwavering accountability, no matter the audience or setting.

    Key takeaways:
    • Why trust is the foundation and how it’s broken by inconsistent behavior
    • The power of humility and openness to feedback for leadership growth
    • Living your values and principles boldly, even under pressure
    • How being “always on stage” demands authenticity everywhere you go
    • Why respect for all, regardless of power dynamics, reveals true character
    Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or looking to deepen your impact, this episode offers a roadmap to lead with integrity and build a legacy that lasts.
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    14 m
  • Scaling Success with Clarity and Community: Chris Williams

    Scaling Success with Clarity and Community: Chris Williams
    Jun 18 2025
    What does it take to evolve from a top expert to a scalable leader in today’s coaching world?

    Jon Goehring, Coach Jim Johnson, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim sit down with Chris Williams, founder of Group Coach Nation, to unpack his leadership transformation and how he quadrupled his income by working just 12–14 hours a week.

    Chris shares invaluable lessons on humility in leadership, mastering the transition from individual contributor to team leader, and the power of clarity to unlock time, energy, and exponential growth.

    You’ll learn:
    • Why being relatable, honest, and professional unlocks better team dynamics
    • How coaching mentors keep you grounded and accelerating your growth
    • The critical mindset shift from busyness to results
    • Why group coaching and masterminds are multiplying coaches’ impact
    • Practical day routines that balance productivity and personal life
    • How to design mastermind groups that really work (paid vs. free, attendance policies)
    • Chris’s upcoming book launch with exclusive membership and training offers
    Whether you coach, lead a team, or set out on your leadership journey, this conversation will equip you with clarity, focus, and the scalable strategies to thrive. Resources Mentioned:
    • Group Coach Nation: groupcoachdnation.com
    • Chris’s upcoming book: Preorder today!
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    38 m
  • Building Trust and Community Leadership with Mitch Panter

    Building Trust and Community Leadership with Mitch Panter
    Jun 11 2025
    What does it mean to lead with integrity, care, and purpose, especially in community focused work? Jon Goehring, Coach Jim Johnson, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim welcome Mitch Panter: managing partner of Panter Panter & Sampedro, a trusted personal injury law firm in Miami, for an insightful conversation about leadership, team building, and community impact.

    Mitch opens up about his unique journey from a debate loving kid to a five-decade legal career, including lessons learned transitioning from a big law firm to founding his own practice with his brother.

    He shares rich insights for emerging leaders on:
    • Building and retaining loyal, empowered teams rooted in mutual respect and trust
    • Creating a vibrant workplace culture that feels like family: pizza days, celebrations, and coffee breaks included
    • The art of onboarding: teaching, supporting, and investing in your people’s success from day one
    • Why community involvement fuels authentic growth and lasting reputation
    • Navigating leadership challenges with humility and openness: even when cases or projects don’t go your way
    • Practical advice for young professionals on building careers and networks strategically
    • Mitch’s mission to protect and uplift Florida’s families, and how leadership connects to purpose
    You’ll also get Mitch’s candid reflections on balancing seriousness with a laid-back human approach, essential for trust and teamwork in any field.
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    43 m
  • Becoming an Upstander — Leadership Beyond Silence with Dr. Omékongo Dibinga

    Becoming an Upstander — Leadership Beyond Silence with Dr. Omékongo Dibinga
    Jun 4 2025
    What does it truly mean to be a leader in a world that’s often divided and challenging?

    Jon Goehring, Coach Jim Johnson, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim welcome Dr. Omékongo Dibinga — poet, professor, upstander, and author of Lies About Black People — for an eye-opening conversation on leadership, identity, and the power of standing up for justice.

    Omékongo dismantles harmful stereotypes that plague Black communities and shares how embracing your story and leading authentically can transform both individuals and societies. From confronting small injustices like bullying to grappling with systemic issues, he challenges emerging leaders to become upstanders — those brave enough to speak out and act against inequity.

    Key insights include:
    • The critical difference between being an “upstander” vs. a bystander… and how silence enables harm
    • Uncovering and confronting lies and stereotypes that hold communities down
    • The role of storytelling and poetry as powerful tools for leadership influence and healing
    • Practical steps leaders can take to build diverse, empowered, and trusting teams
    • Why self-leadership and affirmations fuel sustainable impact
    • How to develop an abundance mindset over scarcity in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts
    • Recommended reading and lifelong leadership habits inspired by legends like Les Brown and John Maxwell
    Omékongo’s deeply personal stories and culturally rich perspective invite you to reconsider leadership as more than title — it’s a courageous commitment to justice, compassion, and authentic connection. Resources Mentioned:
    • Lies About Black People — available to learn more through liesaboutblackpeople.com & omekongo.com
    • Recommended leadership reads: Influencer, Les Brown works, Malcolm Gladwell, Tim Ferriss
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    43 m
  • 3 Keys to Overcoming Bias in Leadership

    3 Keys to Overcoming Bias in Leadership
    May 28 2025
    Bias is something we all carry, often unconsciously, and it shapes how we lead.

    In this episode, Jon, Coach, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim share candid stories and practical keys to help emerging leaders face their biases head-on and lead with greater empathy and self-awareness.

    Dr. Karim opens up about navigating cultural misunderstandings as a professor in the U.S., showing how curiosity and asking questions breaks down walls.

    Coach shares a powerful story about Alex, a gifted athlete who overcame prejudice to achieve his dreams.

    Jon adds perspective on recognizing unconscious bias and the value of openly acknowledging our limitations to grow.Imagine leading a team where everyone feels seen, heard, and respected...not despite differences but because of them.

    How might your leadership evolve if you faced your biases with honesty and curiosity?
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    17 m
  • Mastering Persuasion with Peter Thomson

    Mastering Persuasion with Peter Thomson
    May 21 2025
    What if every conversation you have – with prospects, clients, teams, and even yourself – is an opportunity to persuade? In this insightful tri-generational dialogue, Jon Goehring, Coach Jim Johnson, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim welcome back Peter Thomson – author, consultant, and persuasion strategist – to unpack the art and science of real influence.

    Peter shares his lifetime of learning on how all communication is an attempt to persuade. But there’s a difference between selling and allowing people to buy.

    He breaks down his powerful six-step persuasion process:
    • Open … starting strong with clarity and shared purpose
    • Gather … asking well-crafted questions that get prospects to sell themselves
    • Present … confirming solutions aligned to what you’ve learned
    • Adjust … gently handling concerns before they become objections
    • Conclude … collaboratively agreeing on next steps
    • Follow … delivering on promises to build ongoing trust
    You’ll discover why great persuasion is less about pushing your product and more about thoughtful, patient listening and guiding with carefully crafted questions using subtle NLP techniques like embedded commands and assumptive framing.

    Peter also shares practical examples, like using contrast to frame price conversations and turning books into compelling marketing magnets.

    This episode offers leaders and entrepreneurs a fresh framework for transforming conversations into lasting, value-based connections that produce results without feeling salesy.

    Resources Mentioned:
    • Peter Thomson’s Book Persuasion – https://www.amazon.com/Persuasion-Master-Art-Influence-Conversation/dp/1739427173
    • FREE Guide: “12 Hidden Body Language Mistakes Costing You Credibility, Confidence, and Connections” – peterthomson.com/coachjim
    • Website: peterthomson.com
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    53 m
  • Leading with Longevity and Heart with Dr. Eric Bitterbaum

    Leading with Longevity and Heart with Dr. Eric Bitterbaum
    May 14 2025
    What does it take to lead a major university as president for over two decades?

    In this powerful tri-generational conversation, Jon Goehring, Coach Jim Johnson, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim explore leadership with Dr. Erik Bitterbaum, SUNY Cortland’s long-serving president. Erik shares the keys to sustaining leadership impact, building a culture through exceptional people, and navigating today’s complex challenges in higher education.

    You’ll discover how Erik’s scientific mindset as a biologist and field observer translates to his leadership style, why he invests deeply in hiring for character, competence, and care, and how he nurtures trust through active listening and openness.

    Key insights for emerging leaders include:
    • Why persistence and passion matter for leadership longevity
    • The importance of hiring and surrounding yourself with great people who share core values
    • Navigating diversity, equity, and inclusion challenges with integrity and collaboration
    • How observation and the scientific method foster better decisions
    • Building trust through inclusive meetings and consistent communication
    • The vital role of mentors and ongoing self-discovery in leadership growth
    • Insights on work-life integration from decades on campus
    Erik’s honest, down-to-earth approach breathes life into leadership lessons applicable across industries.

    Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your leadership impact, this conversation offers solid, actionable wisdom from a leader who’s seen it all... and stayed true to himself.
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    46 m
  • Embracing The Outlier Within With Scott MacGregor

    Embracing The Outlier Within With Scott MacGregor
    May 7 2025
    How do you turn being an outsider into your greatest leadership asset?

    In this inspiring tri-generational conversation, Jon Goehring, Coach Jim Johnson, and Dr. Rehnuma Karim sit down with Scott MacGregor, entrepreneur, author, and founder of the Outlier Project, to explore the power of curiosity, embracing your unique path, and building a tribe of “like-hearted” leaders who refuse to follow the crowd.

    Scott shares his journey of finding success by leaning into what made him different… taking the path less traveled, celebrating “outlier” thinking, and cultivating genuine connections with people, not transactions.

    He reveals practical advice for emerging leaders on:
    • Why curiosity is your leadership superpower and how to nourish it daily
    • The critical difference between transactional relationships and true friendships
    • Building teams that thrive on work ethic, discipline, and coachability … not just credentials
    • How to evaluate career choices and know when it’s time to pivot (hint: it’s never too late)
    • The secret to long-term success: kindness and relentless work ethic
    You’ll also hear about Scott’s remarkable career milestones, his award-winning innovative businesses, and how he turned his network into a platform for lifting outliers worldwide.

    Whether you feel like the black sheep or are ready to build your own “something new,” this episode will ignite your leadership fire and show you how to lead without following. Resources Mentioned:
    • Outlier Project & Magazine
    • Scott’s Books: The Standing O series (proceeds to charity)
    • Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: Scott MacGregor
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    44 m