Interviews with Interesting People
Life is a massive adventure and we, the people, make up the epics in every story. In the modern age of digital iconography, it has become easy to forget about community and context. The globe is a place of giving and learning; I have been blessed to gain so much from the habitual human, the people on our planet. This podcast is a way to share those stories, explore those experiences and bring to life, through dialogue our world of wonder. Black Dragon podcasts explore a range of subjects with regular visits into the worlds of business, sport and geo-political projects. We love to look at our subject matter through the eyes of ordinary people, gain insights into their worlds & learn how to be better tomorrow at what we do today.
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Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Wednesday Nov 11, 2020
Many of us watch action movies for a visceral thrill - whether you like Stallone, Statham or Schwarzenegger, you would do well to listen to Stratton.
"We get hung up looking for big wins and big gratification ... we should learn to value and give ourselves grace and reward for the small wins."
This is the full interview with Evan Stratton, U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran, transatlantic rower and world record holder.
How do we manage vulnerability in the workplace?
Why does an "open door policy" no longer "cut the mustard"?
What does "walking the walking" actually look like?
Conversations cost very little and with Evan we explore the ingredients in his leadership layer cake with open discussions around personal development, working in the civilain world and common attributes in good leaders.
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Conquering Leadership & Evan C. Stratton (PTSD Pullout).
Healthier and happier employees have a postive impact on our bottom line.
At 19 years old, when many are celebrating high school, Evan's best friend died in his arms in Iraq. Today Evan, a decorated war hero, #worldrecordholder & family guy, works in the world of people development.
On this day of #rememberance, we take another step understanding #mentalhealth issues. "Sometimes getting out of bed, taking a shower and showing up, is the big win."
This episode is not egregious, it is an effort to elucidate and educate on some of the challenges our people face today.
What can you do to help?
What is a "neural scar" and how can you repair it?
How do we identify who is struggling today?
#intentionallearning #normalcy #rugby #wellbeing #stress #wellness #coaching #generation #depression #development #respect
Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Our guest on this episode of Conquering Leadership is the CEO and Founder of Ecosystems, a water and energy conservation firm, recognized by Inc. magazine as the fastest growing company of its kind in the U.S.
"In a few years with current infrastructure, more than 30% of U.S. households will not be able to afford water utilites."
Richard Lamondin grew up in culturally diverse Miami, in an environment that made him acutely aware of ecological fragility. Today he and is brother are tackling, at a granular level, the preservation and conservation of water and energy.
An empathetic extrovert, Richard is wise beyond his years. He has been recognized by Forbes, the Miami Herald & Multifamily Executive magazine, for his industry and selected as Endeavor Miami's Entrepreneur of the Year 2019.
How do you respond when the U.S. President takes a potshot at your business?
How do you prove the positive impact of environmental protection on the bottom line?
How do you manage the boundaries of professionalism & toilet humor?
It's all here in Conquering #Leadership.
Friday Oct 23, 2020
Friday Oct 23, 2020
Guests on the Black Dragon podcasts are authentic & real & none more so than Gale Skinner, Director of Talent Acquisition and Retention at Dietrich Partners .
"Leadership is like Dodgeball...."
The Business approach to managing human resource capital takes many forms and today in the very "gucci & glamorous" world of talent acquisition Gale offers up insights in to how to get the best out of your people.
Why does good health & happiness have a positive impact on your bottom line?
How do women executives compare with special forces leadership?
What's the cost of better mental health awareness & how do we adapt to the COVID - 19 reality?
Gale really is a super human being, a leader of people, and a leader of leaders in modern business.
In this show, discover the ingredients in her leadership layer cake and get the skinny on inspirational impact and why women are some of the best Executives.
Friday Oct 16, 2020
Friday Oct 16, 2020
Conquering Leadership & John Dyke
"... making the pay grade, doesn't necessarily mean you're a good leader." - "... we watch millionaires play football ... (and) they tend to come from working class families." - "... football speaks any language in any culture."
Manchester is famous for many things, Fashion, Music, Education and of course Football. One of the most famous Mancuninans & man of the people is our guest John, the Academy Director at Goals Soccer Centres, part of the Manchester City Football Club.
All the ingredients you need to bake your leadership layer cake are in this show.
Sports, technologies, diversity & cultural intelligence, personalities & controversies. We learn about leading without micromanagement, the origins of inspiration & creating vision.
What's it take to stay at the top of your game?
Why is change essential ?
What's the impact of controversial leadership decisions?
How do we make decisions in the 60 mph football game ?
#football #leadershipdevelopment #coaching #rugby #soccer #sportmanagement #intentionallearning #sport #premierleague #growth #culture #diversity
Saturday Oct 10, 2020
Saturday Oct 10, 2020
Conquering Leadership & Otis McGregor.
"... time is our most precious asset, which we can never get back ... woe be unto the person who steals my time."
Optimism is the essence of good leadership but is it spiritual, a program or a process? And, drinking 1000 cups of coffee helps you learn the secrets of business (put the kettle on now).
In part two of this podcast we continue with Otis McGregor, retired Green Beret Lt. Colonel, owner of LTO Enterprises & co-host of the Cam & Otis show.
Philosophically we dive deep on leaders versus managers & on the way through debate servant leadership as a fallacious concept & not a real construct. Looking at all aspects of life, love & labor we determine whether or not there is such a thing as work life balance or just life.
Enjoy all of these subjects and more in Conquering Leadership & Otis McGregor
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Friday Oct 09, 2020
Friday Oct 09, 2020
Conquering Leadership & Otis McGregor.
Why is family so important to support your leadership journey?
This podcast comes in two parts. In part one, we meet Otis McGregor, retired Green Beret Lt. Colonel, owner of LTO Enterprises & co-host of the Cam & Otis show.
Otis explains leadership in guerilla warfare & what determines success in enabling sustainable secure environments. We explore leadership in mixed culture theatres & discuss how to engage different types of people to achieve common aims.
What is the "Trust Triad" ?
Who inspires this Special Forces leader?
How do pig purchasing negotiations enable the success of others?
Well find out here at Conquering Leadership & Otis McGregor
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Monday Sep 28, 2020
Monday Sep 28, 2020
Is Leadership art or science?
We rarely look under the hood at the inner workings of leadership or, take the time to understand how we better create effective leaders in our professional & personal lives.
In this episode we meet Sue Ossman, Director of Workplace Experience at Endurance Group.
We discuss the power of mentorship, discover essential skills for good leadership and find out how she manages her role, navigating the waters between the corporate executive & facilities operations staff.
We also take a look at the new era of COVID and some of the challenges we might expect to face in dislocated environments & the possible ramifications for mental health challenges.
Monday Mar 02, 2020
Monday Mar 02, 2020
What's it take to manage a Rugby World Cup? How does the US achieve that goal of hosting a World Cup?
What is Sports governance all about? Find out here with Ross Young, CEO of USA Rugby.
By the Black Dragon
Life is a massive adventure and we, the people, make up the epics in every story.
In the modern age of digital iconography, it has become easy to forget about community and context.
The globe is a place of giving and learning; I have been blessed to gain so much from the habitual human, the people on our planet.
This podcast is a way to share those stories, explore those experiences and bring to life, through dialogue our world of wonder.