David Novak

At age 20, Kecia Steelman was a single mom making $8/hour at Target, living in government housing. Today, she’s the CEO of @ultabeauty See the mentality behind her incredible career – and why it might help you make better, bolder decisions, too: youtube.com/watch?v=B1R51j…

With a guest like Mark Smucker, this podcast HAS to be good. The Chair and CEO of The J.M. Smucker Company shares secrets behind brands like Uncrustables, Hostess, and Milk Bone – don’t miss this one! youtube.com/watch?v=zQn3k3…

Before you let someone go that is underperforming, do what Mariam Naficy does and ask: “What did I like about this person when I hired them?” This conversation with the Minted Founder and Chair will have you seeing people in a whole new way: youtu.be/3CZDhy-KOXs

You’re hustling to land new customers … but what if the ones you already have are quietly slipping away? See how Kurt Kane is leaning into customer retention at @TruGreen – and why it matters for your business, too: youtube.com/watch?v=llYUJQ…

Most leaders think they’re in the business of selling their product. JC Curleigh thinks that’s exactly what limits your growth. See how the CEO of @PelicanProducts creates growth by understanding what his company is REALLY selling: youtube.com/watch?v=YJnVCo…

“If your business isn’t changing, it’s dying.” That’s a real mic drop from Julie Hansen, CEO of @babbel. In our latest episode, see how she’s spent her career running toward disruption instead of away from it, and how you can lead through big change, too: youtube.com/watch?v=kAY1Tb…

Okay, mind officially blown: If @Stanford were a country, it would have placed EIGHTH in the world in medal count at the 2024 Olympics. Meet the guy in charge of it all (who has also led Nike and eBay): youtube.com/watch?v=A86vgt…

Bad news: Ted Scott can’t be your caddie. (He’s already working for some guy named Scottie Scheffler.) But he CAN join you on your commute – because he’s this week’s guest on How Leaders Lead: youtu.be/Iv6y13ysRsU

Five years ago, the @VanderbiltU women’s basketball program was broken. Today, they’re a #2 seed in March Madness. Don’t miss this turnaround story from National Coach of the Year Shea Ralph: youtube.com/watch?v=yaTzIc…

🏀March Madness is here! As you’re filling out your bracket, hit play on our latest episode of How Leaders Lead with legendary @UNC_Basketball and Kansas coach Roy Williams: youtu.be/7hPiQ08gc84?si…

“I will pick team players before individually brilliant people.” Peter Wharton-Hood (CEO of @LifeHealthcare_ ) doesn’t care how talented you are if you can’t work with the team. He’s that blunt about it. And it works: youtube.com/watch?v=7hPiQ0…

“If I could buy a 25th hour of the day, I’d buy one. I can’t.” Tom Wilson (CEO of @Allstate) on why he’s ruthless with his time – and why you should be, too. Latest How Leaders Lead: youtu.be/4g7kywswcx8

Ever heard someone say, “It’s not personal, it’s business” … ? @TOMS founder @BlakeMycoskie says that’s 💩💩💩. “Business is the most personal, intimate thing you will ever do. The more you lead with your heart, the better leader you’ll be.” youtu.be/F_TfO2IN98c

“I went into that role as well liked as anyone. And I came out of that role in a bad spot.” @McKinsey's Eric Kutcher opens up about losing the trust of his team, and then getting it back with … *checks notes* … 3000 stress balls? youtube.com/watch?v=VYEtQ7…

@Logitech's CEO used to hurtle herself off a 33-foot-high diving platform. So yeah, that appearance on Bloomberg doesn’t really scare her. You haven’t met a leader like Hanneke Faber before: youtube.com/watch?v=RVbFG1…

Great leaders know how to tell stories. But more importantly, they know how to listen for them. This week’s podcast guest, Jimmy Roberts, has been telling Olympic stories for 40+ years. And he’s learned a lot about what it takes to connect with people. youtube.com/watch?v=6a8Ar5…

After years in the NFL, both as quarterback and head coach, @JasonGarrett knows a thing or two about building strong teams. This week’s episode is the perfect mix of football stories and leadership insights! youtube.com/watch?v=egvmRY…

Is your team stuck in safe mode? Ania Smith (CEO of @Taskrabbit) will show you how to build a culture that embraces smart risks, bold thinking, and fast learning. youtu.be/nvLF97cd45I

Leading through change this year? Of course you are. See how @Cisco CEO is adapting (and bringing 90,000 people with him) youtube.com/watch?v=rZDinN…

Marriott is about to open its 10,000th (!!!) hotel. But CEO Tony Capuano isn’t taking a victory lap. Find out why he never settles – and what it means for your leadership! youtube.com/watch?v=_D0CsZ…