Best Lawrence Jean Louis Podcasts (2025)

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371 LinkedIn’s First CHRO and Author of Workquake Steve Cadigan on the Future of Work 49:04

23h ago49:04

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Steve Cadigan, renowned talent strategist, leadership advisor, and author of the acclaimed book Workquake. Steve brings decades of experience shaping talent strategies for some of the most innovative companies in the world, including Cisco, Electronic Arts, and LinkedIn, where he …

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Ep. 160 Sammu-Ramat: Assyrian Queen, Wife of King Shamshi-Adad V, Mother of Adad Nirari III 2:37

3d ago2:37

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Queen Sammu-Ramat, a powerful queen of the Assyrian Empire born c. 850 BC. Assyria was an ancient empire which stretched from Africa to the Persian Gulf.

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370 February Refresh: John Livesay on Selling Your Ideas Through the Power of Storytelling 31:40

5d ago31:40

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John Livesay, The Pitch Whisperer and author of best-selling books, including Better Selling Through Storytelling and The Sale is In the Tale, joins Mahan Tavakoli on the Partnering Leadership podcast to share his insights on storytelling for leaders. In the conversation, John Livesay shares practical techniques to craft compelling stories that mot…

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369 Democratizing Leadership Development: Transforming Workplace Culture with James Lawrence of Happy Companies 43:42

7d ago43:42

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In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli welcomes James Lawrence, a seasoned entrepreneur, leadership expert, and the driving force behind Happy Companies. With a dynamic career that includes founding multiple successful businesses, James has developed a passion for blending behavioral science, leadership, and innovative …

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Ep. 159 Pharaoh Khakaure Senusret III: 7 Years of Abundance, 7 Years of Famine 4:28

10d ago4:28

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Pharaoh Khakaure Senusret III, the son of Senusret II and Khenemetneferhedjet I and the fifth king of the Twelfth Dynasty.

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368 Assembling Tomorrow: A Guide to Designing a Thriving Future from the Stanford d.school with Carissa Carter and Scott Dorley 41:22

14d ago41:22

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In this compelling episode of Partnering Leadership, host Mahan Tavakoli dives into a fascinating conversation with Scott Doorley and Carissa Carter, authors of Assembling Tomorrow: A Guide to Designing a Thriving Future. As leaders at Stanford's d.school, Scott and Carissa bring a wealth of expertise on design thinking, adaptability, and systems t…

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Ep. 158 Enheduanna: Daughter of Sargon the Great, Mesopotamian Author from Ur 2:08

18d ago2:08

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Enheduanna, the daughter of Sargon of the Great. Her existence was rediscovered in 1927, with the excavation of the temple complex of Giparu the ancient city of Ur, birthplace of Abraham.

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367 Reauthoring Leadership: Take Charge of Your Story, Navigate Change, and Empower Transformation with Lior Arussy 52:27

21d ago52:27

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli engages in a powerful conversation with Lior Arussy, renowned author, speaker, and expert in organizational transformation and customer experience. Lior is the author of the thought-provoking book Dare to Author: Take Charge of the Narrative of Your Life. In this episode, he brings his compel…

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Ep. 157 Menelik: Son of Axumite Queen Makeda & Solomon, King of Israel 1:59

25d ago1:59

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Menelik, son of King Solomon and Queen Makeda… the first king of the Axumite Kingdom.

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366 Turning Disruption into Opportunity: The Top 25 Technology Trends for Strategic Advantage with Futurist Daniel Burrus 39:00

28d ago39:00

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In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, host Mahan Tavakoli welcomes back world-renowned futurist, best-selling author, and innovation expert Daniel Burrus. Known for his groundbreaking book The Anticipatory Organization, Daniel has spent decades helping leaders navigate transformative change by teaching them to anticipate disruptions …

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Ep. 156 Azadokht Shahbanu: Sassanian Queen, Daughter of Khosrow II 1:38

1M ago1:38

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Azadokht Shahbanu, a Sassanian queen from Iran, and daughter of king Khosrow II, who was overthrown and executed on 628AD by his own son Kavad II.

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365 Beyond the Hype: AI-Powered Productivity Tools for Busy Executives with Jeremy Caplan, Founder & Creator of Wonder Tools 50:39

1M ago50:39

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Jeremy Caplan, an expert in innovation and productivity and the author of "Wonder Tools," shares transformative insights into how leaders can leverage AI to amplify creativity, streamline processes, and empower their teams. As the creator of the popular "Wonder Tools" Substack and a thought leader in using …

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Ep. 155 Ay: A Vizier to Tutankhamun Becomes Egypt's Pharaoh 4:33

1M ago4:33

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Ay, the vizier of both Akhenaten, Tutankhamun and possibly also of Smenkhare.

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364 January Refresh: Louis Rosenberg on Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, The Metaverse & AI’s Impact on The Future of Work 46:06

1M ago46:06

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In this Partnering Leadership conversation, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Louis Rosenberg. Louis Rosenberg is a pioneer in virtual and augmented reality with over 300 patents; he has started multiple businesses, including Founder Immersion Corp, Founder Outland Research, and Unanimous A.I., for which he currently serves as CEO and Chief Scientist. Lou…

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363 [BEST OF] Oscar Trimboli on How to Listen: Discovering the Hidden Key to Better Communication 51:32

1M ago51:32

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Get ready for a fascinating discussion on the overlooked leadership skill of listening, featuring Oscar Trimboli, author of the book How to Listen: Discover the Hidden Key to Better Communication. Oscar Trimboli draws on decades of research and over 24,000 workplace interviews to provide science-backed insights on how leaders can become exceptional…

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Ep. 154 Madaki Hasa Askia: First Female Madaki (Sultan) of Kano 3:24

2M ago3:24

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Madaki Hasa Askia, the Daughter of Emperor Askia Muhammad I (Askia the Great), the first ruler of the Askia dynasty of the Songhai Empire.

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362 [BEST OF] Renee Cummings on AI Ethics, Leadership & Governance 51:20

2M ago51:20

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Renee Cummings, Data Science Professor of Practice at the University of Virginia. In the conversation, Professor Renee Cummings, a criminologist and AI ethicist discusses the importance of bringing responsible, ethical thinking to deploying AI technology. She stresses the need for…

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Ep. 153 Ahmes: Ancient Egyptian scribe of the Ahmes Papyrus 1:46

2M ago1:46

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In this week's Notable People in History newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Ahmes, the Fifteenth Dynasty scribe who transcribed one of the best known examples of ancient Egyptian mathematics.

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361 Authentic Leadership: Building Influence Through Storytelling and Connection with Tricia Brouk | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 27:43

2M ago27:43

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In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli is joined by Tricia Brouk, an internationally acclaimed author, speaker, and leadership communication strategist. Tricia is the author of The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy, a powerful book that explores how leaders can use their voices to connect, inspi…

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Ep. 152 Queen Idia: Queen Mother of Benin (c. 1481 AD) 1:57

2M ago1:57

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In this week's Notable People in History newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Queen Idia, mother to Esigie who reigned as Oba (king) of the Edo people from 1504 to 1550.

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360 From Outputs to Outcomes: How Customer-Centric OKRs Unlock Organizational Agility with Jeff Gothelf | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 37:14

2M ago37:14

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In this engaging episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli is joined by Jeff Gothelf, a globally recognized author, speaker, and coach known for his expertise in organizational agility, product design, and customer-centricity. Jeff is the co-author of the insightful book Who Does What By How Much? A Practical Guide to Customer-Centric OKRs. …

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Ep. 151 Maya: Treasurer to Pharaoh Tutankhamun 2:03

2M ago2:03

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In this week's Notable People in History newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Maya, Overseer of the Treasury during reigns of Pharaohs Tutankhamun, Ay, and Horemheb in ancient Egypt’s 18th Dynasty.

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359 Thursday Refresh with Futurist Daniel Burrus on Strategies to Help You and Your Organization Thrive in a Fast-Changing World by Anticipating What's Next 48:55

2M ago48:55

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In this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli interviews Daniel Burrus, a world-renowned futurist, strategist, and author of The Anticipatory Organization: Turn Disruption and Change into Opportunity and Advantage. In the conversation, Daniel Burrus shares his powerful framework for anticipating the future and shaping strateg…

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358 Transforming Communication Challenges into Leadership Wins with Misha Glouberman | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 28:41

2M ago28:41

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In this compelling episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Misha Glouberman, a celebrated expert in communication and collaboration, to explore the vital role of effective communication in leadership. Misha, author of The Chairs Are Where the People Go, draws on years of experience helping organizations improve team dynamics…

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Ep. 150 Queen Khentkaus I: Mother of Two Kings of Upper and Lower Egypt (Fourth Dynasty) 2:02

2M ago2:02

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In this week's Notable People in History newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Queen Khentkaus I, "Mother of Two Kings of Upper and Lower Egypt."

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357 [Best of] Rob Sadow on Adapting to the Seismic Shift in Work: The Role of Flexibility and the Future of the Office | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 49:12

3M ago49:12

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Rob Sadow, the co-founder and CEO of Scoop and the mastermind behind The Flex Index. As a leading expert on the future of work, Rob shares his invaluable insights on navigating the seismic shift towards hybrid and flexible work arrangements. Drawing from his extensive experienc…

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Ep. 149 Tutankhamun: Egypt’s Young Pharaoh (Son of Akhenaten, Stepson of Nerfertiti) 2:26

3M ago2:26

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In this week's #NotablePeopleinHistory newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Tutankhamun who reigned during ancient Egypt’s 18th Dynasty.

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356 Managing Brand Crises: 8 Principles to Rebuild Trust and Resilience with Shailendra Pratap Jain & Shalini Sarin Jain | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 39:17

3M ago39:17

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In this thought-provoking episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Shailendra Pratap Jain and Shalini Sarin Jain, co-authors of the book Managing Brand Transgressions: 8 Principles to Transform Your Brand. With decades of research and leadership experience, the Jains share compelling insights into how organizations can navigate …

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Ep. 148 Puabi: Queen of the Chaldeans at Ur, Mesopotamia 2:13

3M ago2:13

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In this week's #NotablePeopleinHistory newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Queen Puabi who ruled the Mesopotamian city-state of Ur, birthplace of Abraham, around 2500 B.C. The lives of women in ancient Mesopotamia were regulated by a patriarchal hierarchy.

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355 Transforming Customer Experience for Competitive Advantage with Allen Adamson | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 44:08

3M ago44:08

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In this compelling episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Allen Adamson, an influential thought leader in branding and marketing strategy and the author of the book Seeing the How: Transforming What People Do, Not Buy, to Gain Market Advantage. Adamson, whose experience spans working with major brands such as Unilever and P…

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Ep. 147 Horemheb: Last Pharaoh of 18th Dynasty Egypt 2:52

3M ago2:52

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In this week's #NotablePeopleinHistory newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Pharoah Horemheb, the last king of the longest reigning ancient Egyptian dynasty.

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354 Thursday Refresh with Brian Johnson on Leading with Arete: Inspiring Heroic Action in Yourself, Your Team and Your Organization 40:11

3M ago40:11

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, host Mahan Tavakoli interviews philosopher, CEO, and bestselling author Brian Johnson on activating your organization's heroic potential. Having spent over half his career as a founder and business leader, Brian shares powerful insights on perseverance and excellence drawn from ancient wisdom and modern sci…

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353 Confronting the Storm - Leadership, Hope, and Navigating Wicked Problems in the Age of Uncertainty with David Ross | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 40:46

3M ago40:46

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with David Ross, VUCA strategist and author of Confronting the Storm: Regenerating Leadership and Hope in the Age of Uncertainty. David is a renowned expert on VUCA (Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous) environments and has spent his career advising organizations on how to thriv…

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Ep. 146 Queen Tiye: Mother to Akhenaten (Amenhotep IV), Grandmother to Tutankhamun 2:05

3M ago2:05

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In this week's #NotablePeopleinHistory newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Queen Tiye, wife of the pharaoh Amenhotep III, mother of Akhenaten.

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352 Agile Conversations: Transform Your Conversations, Transform Your Culture with Douglas Squirrel | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 45:21

4M ago45:21

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli is joined by Douglas Squirrel, co-author of *Agile Conversations*, a transformative book that dives deep into the art of having productive conversations in organizations. Douglas Squirrel, a seasoned technology leader and coach, shares his journey from struggling to communicate effectively wi…

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Ep. 145 Abdul-Rahman al-Sa'di: Scholar of the Sankore Mosque 0:54

4M ago0:54

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In this week's Notable People in History newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Abdul-Rahman al-Sa'di, author of the Tarikh al-Sudan, History of the Sudan... a West African chronicle written in Arabic

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351 Navigating the Great Transition - Personalization, Disintermediation, and the Future of Work with Emmanuel Daniel | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 49:31

4M ago49:31

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In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli welcomes Emmanuel Daniel, global thought leader, futurist, founder of The Asian Banker, and author of The Great Transition: The Personalization of Finance is Here. Emmanuel brings a wealth of experience from decades of engaging with top financial leaders and institutions worldwide,…

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Ep. 144 Queen Kubaba: Lugal of Third Sumerian Dynasty 3:13

4M ago3:13

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In this week's Notable People in History newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Queen Kubaba, a Mesopotamian queen who ruled in the early days of the third dynasty of Kish during 2500–2330 BC, an ancient city-state of Sumer, Mesopotamia.

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350 Say What They Can't Unhear: The 9 Principles of Lasting Change with Tamsen Webster | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 53:59

4M ago53:59

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, host Mahan Tavakoli engages in an insightful conversation with Tamsen Webster, a leading expert in strategic messaging, transformational change, and the author of Say What They Can’t Unhear: The Nine Principles of Lasting Change. Known for her innovative thinking and deep understanding of human psychology, …

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Ep. 143 Elisha Cresques: Son of Abraham (Cartographer) 5:03

4M ago5:03

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In this week's Notable People in History newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Elisha Cresques, a 14th-century Jewish mapmaker.

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349 Unlocking Team Potential: A 4-Step Framework for Leadership Success and How AI Turns Complex Ideas Into Quick, Engaging Learning—Featuring Google’s Notebook LM | Mahan Tavakoli Leadership Insight 25:01

4M ago25:01

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, explore the intersection of leadership development and cutting-edge AI as Mahan Tavakoli’s 4-Step Framework to unleash a team’s full potential comes to life in an unexpected way. Instead of a traditional discussion, Mahan uses Google’s Notebook LM to transform his framework into a dynamic conversation betwe…

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Ep. 142 Luwo Gbagida: First & Only Female Ooni of Ile-Ife 1:19

4M ago1:19

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In this week's Notable People in History newsletter, we’ll take a look at the life of Ooni Luwo Gbagiba, she was the first and only female to take the crown of the Iwo Kingdom.

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348 Thursday Refresh: Hal Elrod on Transforming Your Mornings & Your Life 56:58

4M ago56:58

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Hal Elrod, the international bestselling author of The Miracle Morning: The Not-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life, which has been translated into 37 languages and has sold over 2.5 million copies, brings his unique perspectives on establishing daily practices that foster personal growth and leadership excellence based on his recen…

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347 Decoding Spinouts: How Entrepreneurial Employees Leverage Corporate Experience for Startup Advantage with Andre Laplume | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 21:07

4M ago21:07

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In this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, host Mahan Tavakoli is joined by Andre Laplume, co-author of Spinout Ventures: Transitioning from Employees to Entrepreneurs. Andre Laplume shares his research and perspectives on the dynamic world of spinouts—those entrepreneurial ventures born out of larger organizations when employees break a…

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Ep. 141 Sundieta Keita (Lion King): Founder of the Mali Empire 3:27

5M ago3:27

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Mansa Sundieta Keita. After his victory at Kirina, Mansa Sundiata established his capital at Niani. His sons went on to succeed him as Mansas of the Empire.

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346 The Innovative Leader: Step-By-Step Lessons from Top Innovators For You and Your Organization with Stephen Wunker | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 31:43

5M ago31:43

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In this episode of the Partnering Leadership podcast, Mahan Tavakoli engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Stephen Wunker, the renowned author of The Innovative Leader: Step-By-Step Lessons from Top Innovators For You and Your Organization. Drawing from his extensive experience in innovation consulting and his collaboration with thought …

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Ep. 140 Pharaoh Sobekneferu: The Beauty of Sobekneferu 2:56

5M ago2:56

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of Sobekneferu, considered the first recorded female king of Egypt and last pharaoh of the 12th Dynasty.

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345 The Science of Unlearning Bias: Tools for Personal and Organizational Change with Anu Gupta | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 37:12

5M ago37:12

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In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Anu Gupta, a lawyer, social scientist, and author of the groundbreaking book, Breaking Bias: Where Stereotypes and Prejudices Come From and the Science-Backed Method to Unravel Them. Anu shares his deeply personal journey from growing up in India to navigating bias and …

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Ep. 139 Al-Bakri: Historian & Geographer 1:58

5M ago1:58

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In this week's Notable People in History podcast, we’ll take a look at the life of 11th century Spanish Muslim geographer, Al-Bakri. His book, Roads and Kingdoms, gives us an early account of the ancient Soninke empire of Ghana.

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344 Becoming a Self-Reliant Leader: How Grit and Disciplined Duty Forge Indomitable Teams with Jan Rutherford | Partnering Leadership Global Thought Leader 28:45

5M ago28:45

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In this episode of Partnering Leadership, host Mahan Tavakoli engages in a dynamic conversation with Jan Rutherford, a seasoned leadership expert and author of Becoming a Self-Reliant Leader: How Grit and Disciplined Duty Forge Indomitable Teams. With a rich background that includes serving as a Green Beret, leading Crucible expeditions, and coachi…

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