Leadership & Management Development Episodes
AI at Work 2026 — Why Adoption Has Stalled but Power Users Are Pullin…
AI isn’t transforming the workforce at the pace the hype promised — but something far more important is happening beneath the surface. Drawing on Gallup’s 2025 Workforce Study, Gregory Favazza breaks down a surprising shift: while overall AI adoption has stalled, AI mastery is accelerating. A s…
Katherine McCord — Neurodiversity at Work, Unlocking Untapped Talent …
Neurodiversity reflects natural differences in how people think, learn, and process information — yet traditional workplace systems often exclude the very talent they claim to support. In this episode, Gregory Favazza and Katherine McCord break down how conditions such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia, bi…
Eric McHugh — AI in E-Commerce; How it Actually Works (#131)
From personal finance to the evolving world of Web3, this episode explores how strategic thinking, discipline, and risk management shape modern entrepreneurship. Gregory Favazza speaks with Eric McHugh about $SHOPX — a Web3 e‑commerce venture merging AI, blockchain, and NFT‑driven loyalty systems t…
Larry Apke — Agile at Work, Why It Breaks and When It Works (#130)
Agile succeeds or fails based on one thing: whether leaders understand what it was designed to solve. In this episode, Gregory Favazza and Larry Apke break down why Agile breaks inside traditional organizations — and when it actually works. By dissecting the Larry Apke VUCA framework and examining …
Gabrielle Pimstone — Energy in Leadership; How to Build Sustainable P…
Leadership energy is more than charisma — it’s the internal alignment that shapes presence, clarity, and sustainable performance. In this episode, Gregory Favazza and Gabrielle Pimstone explore the deeper psychology behind leadership energy, self‑discovery, and the internal work required to lead wi…
123. Overcoming Challenges in Athletics
Self‑leadership is the foundation of every high‑performing team. In this episode, Gregory Favazza and Damon Lembi break down the oxygen‑mask principle — the idea that leaders must strengthen themselves before they can empower others. Through stories from athletics, business, and personal growth, th…
119. Bridging Worlds with Military Precision in Civilian Careers
Parenting, identity, and military discipline collide in this introspective episode where Gregory Favazza reflects on the legacy of his upbringing — from the absence of a father to the emotional imprint of narcissistic caregivers. Through a conversation that blends personal healing with professional…
114. Purposeful Leadership
A strong support system isn’t a luxury — it’s a foundation for resilience, growth, and purposeful leadership. In this episode, Gregory Favazza and Victoria Pelletier explore how self‑awareness, radical candor, and intentional relationships shape the leaders we become. Victoria shares her lived expe…
112. Mastering the Art of Organizational Culture
Organizational culture isn’t an abstract concept — it’s the invisible system that shapes how people behave, communicate, and lead. In this episode, Gregory Favazza and organizational culture expert Dan Freehling break down the real difference between leaders and “followers,” reframing them instead …
111. Connecting Clarity in Behavior Modification
Clarity isn’t just a leadership skill — it’s a behavior, a discipline, and a psychological practice. In this episode, Gregory Favazza sits down with Dr. David Tate, CEO of Conscious Growth Partners and professor at Yale School of Management, to explore how leaders can modify behavior, navigate trig…
108. Critical Skills
What kind of leader does today’s world demand? In this episode, Gregory Favazza sits down with Marty Strong — former Navy SEAL, CEO, and author — to break down the critical skills modern organizations require from their leaders. Marty brings decades of experience in high‑pressure environments, offe…
96. What We Got Wrong Empathic Leadership
Leadership lessons don’t just come from boardrooms — sometimes they come from the music conservatory. In this episode, Gregory Favazza sits down with Dr. Tom Tonkin to explore how musical training reveals what modern leadership is missing: immediate feedback, emotional presence, and the courage to …
93. Organizational Leadership and Ethics
Leadership today demands more than strategy — it requires empathy, ethics, and the courage to lead with intention. In this episode, Gregory Favazza sits down with Manish Bundhun, author of Shots of Insight, to explore the evolving landscape of organizational leadership and the behaviors that define…
Michael Unbroken — Overcoming the Cycle of Trauma, Cultivating an Unb…
How do our perceptions shape our healing journey? In this episode, Michael Unbroken joins us to discuss the raw reality of overcoming childhood trauma and building a resilient, "unbroken" life.
Treacy Dobbins — How to Eradicate Homelessness Recidivism (#52)
Treacy Dobbins — How to Eradicate Homelessness Recidivism (#52) Subscribe to our channel and stay up to date Life Transformation Is the current approach to homelessness failing? Treacy Dobbins, Founder of Inspire Real Change ...