What are 12 qualities of high achievers? In this week's podcast, we're re-sharing another great episode where Laura discusses her observation of 5 incredible women who have achieved wild success professionally. While unique and diverse in style, personality, and preferences, they share 12 qualities that differentiate peak performers.  But remember... They weren't BORN with any of these qualities (with the exception of perhaps one).  They developed, practiced, grooved, and perfected them over their career. And even now, each of them well into their career, they are still refining with ..read more

How can Brene’ Brown's Dare to Lead™ program change your leadership journey? What are the take aways and skills you'll build throughout this transformational leadership experience? With only a few weeks left to sign up for our fall Dare to Lead™ Experience, we are going back in our episode archives to re-share episode #128: Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead™ Work & Why We Love It. Whether you're already signed up and want a refresher about what's to come, or if you're considering joining but want to know more about the program, this episode is packed full of valuable insight from our Dare to Lead ..read more

What if you had just the right leadership tools to help you develop and grow into an extraordinary leader? In this week's podcast, we are excited to welcome our guest, Betsy Leatherman. Betsy is the Global President of Consulting Service for the Leadership Circle, and brings deep passion helping clients develop their executives to make courageous choices and decisions that inspire and engage the organizations they lead. Betsy began her career at AON Corporation, where she helped clients change their business or brand strategy with full employee engagement and participation. This experienc ..read more

Is your business part of the stakeholder capitalism movement? Are you curious about intentionally aligning your business to benefit all stakeholders, but not sure where to start? In this week's podcast episode, we are joined by Nathan Havey. Nathan is working to expand the definition of success in business.  He facilitated the transformation of a large coffee franchise into a stakeholder capitalism company.  He co-created and co-facilitated the consultant certification program for Conscious Capitalism Inc, cultivating a network of 65 and counting rock-star consultants from all around ..read more

In this week's podcast episode, Ashley Andersen and Adam Colette join Laura for Part 2 of their conversation on the role of the modern man in leadership. Plus, they deepen the discussion on Dare to Lead™ for Men, a joint program with 10X Leadership Lab and The Modern Man School, that teaches you how to live and lead with true courage. If you didn't listen yet, be sure to catch up on Part 1 of our conversation here. Adam Colette has dedicated his life to mastering the art of creating positive change. He is the Program Director for the Dogwood Alliance, Owner and Lead Trainer at The Modern Man S ..read more

The role of the modern man in leadership and in the world is changing. In this week's podcast episode Laura and Ashley are joined by Adam Colette. Adam has dedicated his life to mastering the art of creating positive change. His work to protect the environment and advance social justice has led to policy changes spanning from international arenas to local governments. He’s been featured in media outlets around the globe, including the BBC, New York Times, and Politico. He is also an experienced river guide and wilderness trip leader. Adam is the Program Director for the Dogwood Alliance, Owner ..read more

As unique individuals with our own perspectives and ways of working, we've all likely encountered someone at work who we tend to clash with—or experienced a situation that caused misalignment in a working relationship. However, as conscious leaders, it is our responsibility to set the precedent of working well with others through tensions, judgements, and conflict, in order to foster a more creative, balanced, and productive work environment. In this week's podcast episode, 10X Leadership Lab Partner and Coach, Ashley Andersen, joins us for another fabulous conversation on how to work well wit ..read more

How does vulnerability impact leadership? Vulnerability opens us up to uncertainty, risks, and emotional exposure, all experiences we tend to avoid. But, choosing to push through discomfort and practice vulnerability builds a stronger foundation to becoming courageous and conscious leader. In this week's podcast episode, we welcome back 10X Leadership Lab Partner and Coach, Ashley Andersen. A leadership coach for nearly a decade, Ashley’s coaching style combines deep inquiry, bold reflections, and compassionate accountability. A Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator, she helps leaders show up co ..read more

What is the impact of implementing transparent business practices in your organization? In this week's podcast episode, Laura Juarez welcomes David Billstrom. David is one of the leaders of Kitsbow Cycling Apparel in Old Fort, North Carolina. He is an entrepreneur, executive coach, and recovering venture capitalist. Along a 41 year career that includes both Intel and smaller companies, he founded a tech company acquired by Walt Disney, co-founded a venture capital fund, helped build the Clover coffee company acquired by Starbucks, and worked with more than 40 startups and entrepreneurs to meet ..read more

Are you creating real opportunity for authentic workplace connections in your organization? In this week's 10X Impact Conversations podcast episode, Laura is joined by Jeremy Fojut. Jeremy is a serial entrepreneur, outdoor enthusiast, community builder and passionate urbanist. He has 20+ years of experience applying unique approaches to complex problems to increase engagement, economic development, and awareness for his clients. Jeremy’s strength has been building communities that galvanize change. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Like|Minded, a tech startup that sparks new connections that str ..read more