• Leadership Frequency
    Nov 4 2024
    Today’s podcast centers on the book, Manhood Frequency. It’s author, Hank Groff, is a businessman who made a career pivot choosing to focus on the more inside-out aspects of his work. We discussed how his ideas are helpful to all leaders. Hank shares how each of us emits varying levels of vibration, or "frequency," influenced by our thoughts, emotions, and attitudes. He tells very personal stories about his own changing frequency experiences and the impact it is having on his life.
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    40 mins
  • Leadership and Self-deception
    Oct 28 2024
    It seems everyone talks about self-awareness these days, but few talk about its nemesis: lying to one’s self. For too long, the issue of self-deception has been hidden from mainstream thought leadership. Self-deception is so pervasive it touches all aspects of a leader’s life. The Arbinger Institute maintains that self-deception actually shapes one’s experience in every aspect of one’s life. Join Dr. McKinley as he breaks down the psychology of self-understanding and deception.
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    26 mins
  • People, Pizza, and Purpose
    Oct 21 2024
    Dr. McKinley is joined by Nick Sarillo, owner and operator of two large pizza restaurants in the Chicago area. With his family roots in the restaurant business, Nick set out to make his own dream happen. The purpose statement on their website says it all: “Our dedicated family provides this community an unforgettable place; to connect with your family and friends, to have fun and to feel at home!” Listen in to this conversation that covered managing generation Z employees to leading from purpose and intention.
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    38 mins
  • Leading From Identity with Jamie Winship
    Oct 14 2024
    We are excited to have Jamie Winship return as our guest on the podcast today. Jamie has decades of experience bringing peaceful solutions to areas of the world that experience the highest levels of conflict. He has worked with leaders in professional sports, business, education, law enforcement, government, non-profit and other sectors. Jamie and his wife, Donna, are co-founders of Identity Exchange, a training and consulting agency that helps individuals and teams discover new levels of creativity and resiliency within the framework of true identity. You will not want to miss this interview!
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    45 mins
  • Strategic Leadership
    Oct 7 2024
    Strategic leaders have the ability to challenge prevailing viewpoints without provoking significant pushback, to see the big and small picture at the same time, to adapt to marketplace changes and take advantage of new opportunities. Today’s podcast guest, Dan Yunker, has demonstrated this ability in several different organizations. If you want to sharpen your strategic focus then you will enjoy this conversation.
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    45 mins
  • Islands of Sanity with Dave Gibbons
    Sep 30 2024
    The world continues to be in a crazy cycle of uncertainty. Leaders are struggling to find a path forward in this climate of separation, isolation, and fear. Dave Gibbons, an author and social impact leader, joins Dr. McKinley on this podcast to discuss ways we can create safe spaces for learners to learn, builders to build, and dreamers to dream. We also talk about Dave’s recently published book, The Shape of My Eyes.

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    52 mins
  • Can You Disagree and Still Commit?
    Sep 23 2024
    Team dynamics and workplace cultures frequently struggle with the black hole of decision making. Not because decisions are not made, but rather because clarity and buy in are not established. Consequently, creating and sticking to commitments becomes a real challenge for many teams and organizations. Dr. McKinley is frequently invited to partner with leadership teams on becoming more cohesive and thus more effective. Listen in as we break down the psychology and usefulness of making healthy commitments.

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    27 mins
  • Reinventing Leadership
    Sep 16 2024
    Leadership is dynamic and filled with uncertainty. The pace of change is staggering. Leaders who are challenged with navigating disruptions may not have the agile mindset or skills needed to face them. Dr. McKinley is joined by Jonathan Gulley, an entrepreneur, business growth consultant, and artist who paints a picture for our listeners about how leaders can be prepared to reinvent themselves.

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    44 mins