Leadership Beyond Borders

What if business success meant restoring the environment and strengthening communities alongside generating profit? And what would it take to make that ambition part of everyday business decisions? Today on Leadership Beyond Borders, we explore the ideas behind a regenerative economy—one where businesses help renew the natural and social systems we all depend on. We'll look at how entrepreneurs, leaders, and investors can turn purpose into practice through the way they lead, invest, and structur

Welcome, everyone. Today I'm joined by Patrick Engasser, a speaker, coach, and the author of If I Can Do It, You Can Do It! We'll explore his story, his approach to sales and leadership, and practical ways to move forward when life or business gets difficult. Patrick, thank you for joining us. About the Guest Patrick Engasser is the author of If I Can Do It, You Can Do It! Inspiration for Eliminating Excuses, Overcoming Challenges, and Succeeding in Business and Life. He is a unique and sought-a

In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest challenges facing business leaders today—retaining top talent. Why do employees stay—or walk away? How can companies turn professional development into a real competitive edge? Join us as we unpack one CEO's firsthand experience navigating the shifting world of talent and retention. Whether you're a business leader, HR professional, or simply curious about the future of work, this conversation will leave you with fresh insights and actionable stra

Almost every business pursues growth, but growth alone does not guarantee a stronger, more valuable, or more sustainable company. The real challenge is knowing what you are building toward, understanding where your organization stands today, and making deliberate choices about leadership, strategy, people, capital, and execution along the way. In this conversation, we explore a framework for moving beyond reactive growth toward building a company with greater purpose, resilience, value, and opti

Today’s conversation is with Karolina Pelc — entrepreneur, former casino dealer, and author of Her Play. Her story is not a story about shortcuts or formulas, but about risk, resilience, and the invisible moments that shape who we become. From the casino floors of post-communist Europe to building and exiting a global tech company, Karolina’s journey challenges how we think about luck, ambition, and belonging. This is a conversation about how life is really played. About the Guest Again, Karolin

Today, we explore why Situational Leadership still matters—and how leaders can adapt their approach to people, performance, change, and an increasingly AI-driven workplace. About the Guests SAM SHRIVER, EdD, is co-author of Situational Leadership: The Model for Leading Others, Navigating Change and Unlocking Performance with Suzie Bishop, author of From Coach to Coach and The Four Moments of Truth, and co-author of Lessons from Leaders with Marshall Goldsmith and Kathy McDermott. He is Executive

Today we are going to explore something different. When we think of an advanced society, we usually think of technology. But technological sophistication is not always the same as civilizational sophistication. Rome’s genius was not simply invention. It was how it used roads, engineering, architecture, and art to connect people and communicate ideas. Later, Christian Rome used those same instincts through painting, sculpture, and urban design to communicate faith. Today’s conversation with histo

As AI becomes embedded in everyday work, businesses are being forced to rethink long-standing assumptions about IT, cloud and cybersecurity. Traditional controls are increasingly colliding with how employees work, while AI is introducing new questions around identity, data access, governance and user experience. This interview explores how these trends are reshaping the workplace in 2026—and what business and technology leaders should be preparing for as they look toward 2027. About the Guest De

Today we’re exploring how leadership is being reshaped by the age of AI. As technology changes the way we work, make decisions and solve problems, leaders are being asked to do more than simply keep up with new tools. They also need to rethink how they lead, how they respond to uncertainty, and which human capabilities will become even more important as AI becomes part of everyday work. So, what does it take to lead with clarity, adaptability and confidence in this new era? That’s what we’ll exp

Today's guest is Ron Robinson, author of The Practices of Resilient Companies. In the book, Ron explores what allows organizations to withstand disruption, adapt to change, and emerge stronger - from leadership and culture to employees, customers, technology, operations, and financial resilience. We'll talk about what companies often get wrong about resilience, how leaders can prepare for uncertainty, and the practical habits that help organizations not only survive disruption but thrive through

In this episode, we take a deeper look at what it truly means to communicate with influence, inspired by Dr. Laura Sicola’s  Speaking to Influence. Why do some people naturally command attention while others struggle to be heard? And what role do perception, authenticity, and executive presence play in shaping how our message is received? We explore the fine line between persuasion, manipulation, and genuine influence, uncover the common blind spots that hold people back, and break down practica

Today, we’re exploring a challenge many entrepreneurs face: building a successful business that still feels overwhelming behind the scenes. Even when things look great on paper, founders often feel stuck making every decision and constantly putting out fires. In this conversation, we’ll explore the High-Altitude Framework™, a leadership approach that helps entrepreneurs move beyond reactive problem-solving, navigate key tensions, and build businesses where teams take real ownership. If you’ve ev