Conversations about Marine Corps acquisition, innovation, and gear with host Morgan Blackstock, MCSC’s Public Affairs Specialist.
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Join EMS Chief Paul Falavolito on a Leadership Journey: Empowering Strategies for Modern Leaders.
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Your hosts, Brendan Aronson and Tim Hsia, interview the highest-performing military veterans & civilian allies on earth. Our guests include CEOs of multibillion-dollar companies, founders of incredible businesses, and legendary investors. Our goal is educate, inspire, and entertain you.
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This episode explores the leadership principle that no one is above any task. It’s a mindset that builds trust, ownership, and accountability. “Everyone sweeps the floor” is a culture, not a task list. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord…
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This episode challenges traditional views of leadership status by redefining what truly impresses: how you treat others. Learn why kindness, respect, and character are the most powerful leadership tools. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Disco…
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Mastering the Military Transition: Alex Lisot on Taking Control After Service
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42:18In this episode of TheMilVet Podcast, Beau Higgins sits down with Alex Lisot, former Air Force Officer and Founder of Master the Military, to discuss the most common — and often misunderstood — challenges veterans face during the transition to civilian life. From VA disability frustrations to rebuilding purpose and community, Alex shares how his pl…
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This episode covers how to handle team members who consistently call off to avoid tough shifts, big events, or extreme conditions. Learn how to address the behavior, reset expectations, and rebuild trust inside your team. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueS…
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Episode 386 - Marine Corps Leadership in a Suit and Tie
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5:45This episode breaks down 11 Marine Corps leadership principles and applies them to the corporate business world with direct, actionable insight. Learn how to lead with clarity, responsibility, and grit—just like the Marines do. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack,…
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Episode 385 - "Code Leadership: Lessons from the ER to the Boardroom"
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5:18In this episode, we bring emergency room leadership tactics into the corporate world. Learn how triage, decisive action, team clarity, and post-action reviews can sharpen your leadership and elevate team performance. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, T…
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Episode 384 - Risk-Ready or Risk-Blind? Leadership in a Geopolitical Minefield
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5:25This episode challenges CEOs and boards to confront whether they are truly ready for the next geopolitical disruption, from pandemics to protests to war. Learn what it means to be crisis-capable, not just crisis-aware. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky,…
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Episode 383 - Management Isn't Parenting: Stop Coddling Your High Performers
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5:31This episode breaks down the dangerous habit of coddling high performers and how it undermines leadership credibility. Learn five practical ways to keep top talent accountable without sacrificing your team's standards. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky,…
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Episode 382 - "The 3 People Every Manager Needs in Their Corner"
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5:45This episode breaks down the three essential people every manager needs to lead effectively: a confidant, a truth-teller, and a challenger. Learn how to surround yourself with the right voices that sharpen your leadership edge. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack,…
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Episode 381 - Leadership Mailbag: Real Questions from Around the World
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8:34In this special episode, Paul reads and answers real leadership questions from global listeners across hospitality, tech, and construction industries. He shares practical, battle-tested advice for reigniting disengaged teams, leading remotely, and managing up. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Insta…
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Ep. 122 Breaking the Mold: Femininity, Leadership & Grit in the Military
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52:25In this powerful episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with Kellie Hall Sbrocchi, an active duty Navy officer, trailblazing recruiter, digital influencer, and founder of the Why Not Do Both? Movement. Kellie shares her deeply personal journey—from resisting the idea of the Navy as a teen to rising as one of the service’s most vi…
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Episode 380 - "From Corner Office to Coffee Table: Rethinking Success and Leadership"
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5:28This episode explores how the modern leadership path has shifted from corporate towers to digital storefronts. Learn how technology, authenticity, and initiative are redefining leadership in real-time. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord…
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Episode 379 - "Leading Between the Lines of Doubt and Belief"
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4:03This episode explores how cynicism can destroy team morale and why hope is essential for long-term leadership success. Learn how to lead with belief, not bitterness. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Free Leadership Resources: www.paul…
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Episode 378 - The Leadership Delay: Why We Procrastinate and How to Stop
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5:06In this episode, we explore the real reasons leaders procrastinate—fear, fatigue, and lack of clarity—and offer direct solutions to overcome the delay. Action beats hesitation every time. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Free Leadersh…
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Episode 377 - The Emotionally Intelligent Leader: Your Hidden Superpower
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5:31This episode shares top tips for improving emotional intelligence as a leader, including how to read the room, regulate emotional reactions, and lead with empathy. Learn how to lead with emotional awareness and build stronger, more connected teams. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok…
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Episode 376 - Distraction or Discipline: The Choice That Defines Your Leadership
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3:49This episode explores the daily leadership battle between distraction and discipline. Learn why choosing the hard road builds trust, impact, and long-term success. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Free Leadership Resources: www.paulfa…
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Episode 375 - The 3-Step Fuel Behind Every Great Leader
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4:42This episode explores how the combination of desire, faith, and daily action forms the foundation of effective leadership. You’ll learn how to reignite your drive, rebuild your confidence, and move forward with clarity. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky…
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Episode 374 - "Tomorrow: Leadership's Second Chance"
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3:42This episode explains how leaders can use the power of tomorrow to recover from mistakes, rebuild relationships, and lead more intentionally. Leadership isn’t about being flawless—it’s about getting better every day. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, T…
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Ep. 121 Wayne Phelps: Writing, Leading, and Innovating After the Military
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40:37In this episode of The MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with retired Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel Wayne Phelps, a 20-year veteran and accomplished author, to explore his remarkable journey from military service to the private sector and publishing world. Wayne shares candid stories from his time as a Low Altitude Air Defense (LAAD) of…
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Episode 373 - "The Endless Climb: Why Leadership is Never Finished"
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4:08This episode breaks down why leadership is never “achieved” but constantly earned. Each generation redefines what it means to lead—and the best leaders evolve with it. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Free Leadership Resources: www.pa…
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Episode 372 - There Is No Mission Without Money
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6:27This episode breaks down why financial strategy is essential for mission-driven leaders. Learn how money powers impact and how leaders must embrace business thinking to protect their purpose. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Free Lead…
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In this episode, we break down how leaders can speak in a way that resonates by aligning their message to what people truly value. It's a practical look at transforming communication into something memorable, motivating, and meaningful. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, …
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Episode 370 - How to Turn Defeat Into a New Beginning
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4:51This episode breaks down five powerful steps to turn defeat into your next great move. Learn how great leaders use setbacks as fuel, not anchors. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Free Leadership Resources: www.paulfalavolito.com Books…
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Episode 369 - The Help You're Not Using - But Should Be
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5:18This episode breaks down the essential business support services every leader should know about, from admin support to strategic consulting. Learn how to boost your team’s efficiency, free up time, and lead smarter with the right help. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, S…
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Episode 368 - The Language of Leadership Systems
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4:35This episode explores how leadership systems can become too complex to explain—and why clarity is your greatest leadership tool. Learn how to break down internal logic and reconnect with your team. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Fre…
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Episode 367 - The Leader vs The Manager - What's the Perfect Mix?
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4:12This episode unpacks the difference between being a leader and a manager, explores the ideal blend of both, and gives tactical tips to become a hybrid who inspires people and gets results. Discover the perfect leadership balance. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substac…
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Ep. 120 Inside the Commandant’s Office: Tom Gordon on Leading Marines and Cadets
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40:44In this special episode of TheMilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins welcomes longtime friend and retired Marine Corps Colonel Tom Gordon, now serving as the Commandant of Cadets at The Citadel, one of the nation's premier senior military colleges. Tom shares his remarkable journey from aspiring Marine Corps Officer in junior high to leading Marines in …
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Episode 366 - The 5 Leadership Styles That Shaped Me
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5:36This episode explores five leadership styles that shaped Paul Falavolito’s career—from a mother’s sacrifice to servant leadership. It's a reflection on how leaders are forged through real-life moments, not titles. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Thre…
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Episode 365 - "Change Management and Why It's Important"
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5:06In this episode, we break down the real meaning of change management and why it's a make-or-break skill for today’s leaders. Learn four practical ways to guide your team through change and build trust that lasts. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threa…
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This episode explores how true leadership is forged in the gray areas—where values, judgment, and trust collide. Learn how to lead through ambiguity with confidence and character. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Free Leadership Resou…
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In this episode, learn why your value is often determined by your environment, not your skillset. Discover the powerful leadership lesson hidden in a $7 bottle of water and how to find the right place to thrive. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Thread…
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This episode breaks down five tactical moves every leader can make to go from good to great. You’ll learn how to identify blind spots, embrace repetition, build legacy-level teams, and lead with culture. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Disco…
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This episode of the 7 Minute Leadership Podcast challenges leaders to revisit and refresh their pitch. Whether you're selling a product, vision, or strategy, your pitch needs to evolve to stay relevant in today’s fast-moving world. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Subst…
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In this episode, we dive into how teams keep a silent scoreboard on their leaders and why consistency, fairness, and awareness matter more than ever. Discover actionable ways to reset the scoreboard and regain trust. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, T…
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Ep. 119 Leading, Serving, Preserving — A Marine General’s Journey with General James Lukeman
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39:18In this special episode of the MilVet Podcast, host Beau Higgins sits down with a legendary Marine, friend, and former boss—General James Lukeman (Ret.), now President and CEO of the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation. With 40 years of active duty service, including command at every level from platoon to division, General Lukeman shares candid reflec…
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Episode 359 - Self-Replicating Organizations
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4:49This episode explores the rise of self-replicating organizations and whether companies can operate without human input. It breaks down the role of AI, what’s lost without human leadership, and how the future of management is rapidly evolving. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Link…
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Episode 358 - The Top 10 Business Secrets You Don't Know About
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5:55This episode exposes 10 high-impact business secrets rarely discussed in traditional leadership circles. Learn what really limits growth, what your best employees are thinking, and where hidden profits live. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, D…
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Episode 357 - Leadership Lessons I Have Learned From My Own Podcast
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7:02This episode reveals the unexpected leadership lessons I’ve learned by running my podcast solo—from time management and brand consistency to embracing feedback and building accountability. Discover how creating content can refine your leadership style. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Ti…
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Episode 356 - How to Create a Mini Leadership Boot Camp
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5:47This episode gives you a simple and fun blueprint to build a 90-minute mini leadership boot camp. You’ll learn drills, discussion prompts, and commitment exercises that leave a lasting impact on your team. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Dis…
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This episode breaks down actionable steps to help any leader become more strategic, from setting clear goals and anticipating challenges to prioritizing what truly matters. Learn how to move from reactive to intentional leadership in just seven minutes. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, T…
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Episode 354 - "Human First, Employee Second"
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6:06In this episode, we explore why great leaders lead with the mindset of human first, employee second. This philosophy creates stronger teams, deeper trust, and better outcomes for everyone involved. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Fre…
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Episode 353 - Popcorn, Profits, and Leadership Lessons
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6:17This episode explores how movie theaters really make money—and why their leadership lessons apply to any business. Discover what overpriced snacks, film licensing, and operational constraints teach us about smart leadership. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, Bl…
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Ep. 118 High Risk, High Reward: Navigating Special Operations Forces Transition with Purpose
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38:27Host Beau Higgins welcomes two powerhouse leaders from The Honor Foundation: Matt Stevens, CEO and former Navy SEAL, and Kelly McGraw, Chief Impact Officer and long-time Naval Special Warfare spouse. In this deep and personal episode, they explore the challenges and rewards of transitioning out of Special Operations and into civilian life. Matt sha…
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In this episode, learn why every leader needs a go-to mantra during high-stress moments. Discover my original 5-word leadership mantra that will center your mindset and sharpen your response when everything is on the line. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, Blue…
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Episode 351 - 10 Mental Stimulation Activities for a Happy Leader
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5:48In this episode, we explore 10 mentally stimulating activities leaders can use to stay sharp, fulfilled, and engaged. From reverse role-playing to brain games and book time, this episode gives leaders tactical tools to keep their minds firing on all cylinders. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Insta…
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This episode teaches leaders how to anticipate upcoming business shifts with four forward-thinking strategies. Learn how to recognize early signals, empower your team to think ahead, and prepare your organization for future challenges. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, S…
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Episode 349 - 10 Pieces of Honest Career Advice No One Tells Us
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5:32This episode delivers 10 hard-hitting pieces of career advice rarely discussed out loud—from why your title isn’t your identity to why visibility beats hard work. Listen for raw truth that’ll reshape your path forward. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky,…
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This episode explores how the thoughts that keep leaders awake at night often point to unresolved decisions, conversations, or priorities. Learn how to identify, address, and act on those late-night leadership signals. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky,…
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Episode 347 - The 10 Commandments of Leadership
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5:43This episode delivers 10 powerful, battle-tested commandments of leadership. From defending the absent to avoiding credit grabs, these principles are designed to elevate leaders at every level. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, Discord Free Le…
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Episode 346 - The Old Testament & New Testament of Leadership
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5:55This episode breaks down the "Old Testament vs. New Testament" of leadership styles—command-and-control vs. trust-and-connection. Learn why modern leaders must evolve beyond outdated methods and embrace empathy, clarity, and service to lead effectively today. Host: Paul Falavolito Connect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instag…
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