Almost everything we do start with intention. The question we want to ask ourselves: was our intention pure? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will gain an understanding of where intention is coming from and how we can navigate our intentions to be pure. Lead with intention. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

We operate from our brain, but can we operate life from the heart? The answer is yes! And if we can operate from the heart, we can lead from the heat too. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will gain an understanding of what it means to lead from the heart, how to do it, and what are some of the advantages. In this episode, I mentioned the book "Leading with Soul" by Lee G. Bolman and Terrence E. Deal. If this topic resonates with you, you are going to love this book! Thank you for tuning in. Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

Leadership styles vary from one person to the other. Some follow leadership theories, some follow what they've learned about leadership, and all of us lead the way we think we should lead. That makes for our own leadership style. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will examine your leadership style and see if it matches the environment you are in. Happy listening! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

We live in an online reviews world. Many of us make buying decisions based on online reviews. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how to deal with positive or negative online reviews from a leadership perspective to achieve the most positive outcome for our organization and our customers. The book I am referring to in this episode is called "Raving Fans" by Dr. Ken Blanchard. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will gain an understanding of how the human brain works when it comes to teaching and learning. As a result, we will be able to better coach our team members by understanding how to share important information with them so they actually learn. Happy listening. Happy learning! Instagram: @The10Minute LeadershipPodcast

Happy new year and thank you for tuning in to this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! In this episode, we will learn about the value of gaining perspective and connect it to leadership. Happy listening! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will review the value of marketing ourselves in an attractive way where others want to learn more about us and what we do. This is a great episode for anyone looking to promote themselves, move jobs, or simply get better at self-marketing. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

This is a strong title to an episode and it is an interesting one. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will understand how to inspire people to move in the direction we want them to move, which in a sense is mind control. We will learn how to speak in a positive and inspiring tone to get the team moving forward. Thank you for tuning in and enjoy! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Understanding humans is important to strong leadership. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn about the basics of human psychology and the importance of understanding it for the betterment of our leadership. Happy listening! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

It is with distinct honor to share with you this very special extra content episode with Drew Dudley - internationally acclaimed leadership speaker! Drew's 6.5 million views TED Talk about everyday leadership captured my attention about 10 years ago. Since then, I have been showing his TED Talk in many classes: https://www.ted.com/talks/drew_dudley_everyday_leadership Drew wrote a book named "This Is Day One: A Practical Guide to Leadership That Matters" Information about the book and Drew's work can be found on his website: https://www.drewdudley.com/ Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy this magnificent talk with Drew and I. It has been nothing short of an honor meeting him and having him as a guest on the show.

"I am happy because I’m grateful. I choose to be grateful. That gratitude allows me to be happy.” - Will Arnett There are plenty of advantages to living in gratitude, which we will go over in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. We will also make the connection between being grateful and your leadership. Thank you for tuning in. I am grateful for you! (Leading by example here). Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Education comes in a variety of ways to include formal and informal education. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will review the differences between formal and informal education and how education contributes to better, stronger leaders! Thank you for tuning in. Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Welcome to this special episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast where we are going to learn about the value of meditation, ways to meditate, and how it is connected to leadership at large. At the end of the episode, I invite you to stay tuned in for an additional 10 minutes for a guided meditation. Additionally, here are some links to guided meditations I have created in the past: https://youtu.be/o-UTcxuO23M?si=nC57d8dTgQhvXQQ7 https://youtu.be/IRMJR5hQUjU?si=MQzz0qydpBKSJsZf Happy listening. Happy healing!

Is the customer always right? The answer is... NO! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn more about customer behavior and the point where a customer may not be right, and how to handle the situation. The book I recommended in this episode is called "Raving Fans" by Dr. Ken Blanchard. Happy learning! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

The internal customers are your employees, and they are as important (if not more important) than your external customers. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn about the importance of treating our internal customers with dignity and respect, and make the connection between the internal customers and external customers. Next week, we will focus on the external customer. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

Cultural diversity is important to your organization. To take it to the next level, why not learn more about the cultural diversity within your organization? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will learn about the value of learning about different cultures and how to celebrate it. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Whether you are organized or disorganized - this episode is for you! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will make the connection between staying organized, time management, and your leadership. Happy listening! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Our reputation precedes us. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will review the importance of our reputation as leaders, and how to withhold it and prevent damaging our reputation by not thinking things through. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

"This could have been an email." We've all been there! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will review the meaning of our meetings and examine opportunities to make them better, more meaningful, and even inspiring! Thank you for tuning in. Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

We all have triggers. It could be a scent, something we hear, something we taste, or an experience. Navigating through other people's triggers is a difficult task but not an impossible one. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we are going to understand how we can navigate through triggers and show empathy and care towards the people we work with and the people we supervise. Happy listening! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Being selfless is preeminent to good leadership. However, we must know where the line in the sand is so we don't cross over and become boundless leaders. Boundaries are very important! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we are going to find that line in the sand and understand the importance of being selfless and how to avoid boundless leadership. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how good leaders properly respond to a sexual harassment claim. We will learn the importance of our response, how to collect information, and the importance of following up. Thank you for tuning in. Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Our mental health and is not different than our physical health. If we do not feel well mentally, we need to address it just as we would address physcial pain. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will review the connection between depression and leadership, and learn what we need to do to get better. If you or someone you know are not feeling well mentally, please do not ignore it and seek help. Help is just a Google search away! Thank you for tuning in.

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we are going to identify the areas and things in our life that we have control over, and the ones we do not have control over. Once we have identified them, we can make better decisions on what should occupy our brain. The goal is to reduce the clutter and chatter in our minds so we can better lead. Enjoy the learning, and thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

The somewhat odd topic chosen for this episode was born from an interesting article about death I have recently read in psychology literature as well as an interesting documentary about death in our evolutionary lineage. Learn more about our innate fear of death, how to overcome it, and how it is all connected to leadership in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

We might thing that procrastinators cannot be good leaders but this is not the case! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will understand how procrastinators can use this to their leadership advantage. Happy listening! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

We've all been there: we said something we didn't mean to say.. the words escaped our month, and now someone got hurt. Reacting is a part of the human experience, and sometimes reacting is okay in leadership situations. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn about the difference between reactive and proactive leadership, and we will examine the pros and cons of each. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Many of us have or at some point will get promoted from within, which is very exciting! However, it comes with challenges since now you became 'the boss' of your own team. How do we balance it? What are some pitfalls to avoid? Learn how to lead your own team of peers in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, inspired by my best friend's recent promotion to manager of his own team. Congratulations, Brandon! Instagram: @the 10minute leadership podcast

Since we do not walk around with a mirror in front of us all day long, we don't always know how we look to other people, how we sound, or how we act or react to different situation. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn about self-awareness and how to connect it to leadership. Happy listening! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, I am sharing an unconventional story where I had to think on my feet as a leader. We will examine what it means to think on our feet as leaders, and how we can get better at it. Happy listening and thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Have you ever worked for a bad leader? The answer is probably yes. However, it doesn't have to be this way! Bad leadership can change, and you are the change! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will look at why there's so much bad leadership out there and what can we do to change it. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Bystander Leadership is education for leaders aimed to increase inclusion among all employees of your organization as well as identifying when we need to say something. The idea for this episode was born from an outstanding workshop I have attended at Florida International University (FIU). Here is a helpful link to this workshop to supplement the information shared in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast: https://awed.fiu.edu/programs-and-services/bystander-leadership/ Happy learning! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Social media in all of its forms is a huge part of pop culture worldwide. It is important to keep a watchful eye on what's happening on our company's / business unit's social media pages(s). We will learn some good tips on how to monitor and interact on social media from a leadership perspective in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Thank you for tuning in, and happy independence day to all the American listeners! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will gain some knowledge on how to interact with your team if you were promoted from within. I have experienced it a couple of times in my career. I have learned some valuable lessons and I am sharing them in this episode. Happy learning! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

The idea for this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast was born after some people asked me for advice on how to get their teams back in office. Have a listen and hopefully you will be able to gather some strategic methods to get your team back together in office. Happy listening! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

At some point in our lives we lost someone dear to us. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will explore how leaders in grief can continue functioning at work and the importance of communicating what we are going through to the extent we feel comfortable sharing. Dedicated to my beloved cat Willy (June 3, 2004 - May 30, 2023). Thank you for tuning in!

What is the process of our decision making? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how we make decisions and what it takes for us to make good decisions for our teams and organization. The idea for this episode was born from Dr. Dan Ariely's work on the process of decision making. I made the connection between his work and leadership. Learn more about Dr. Dan Ariely: https://danariely.com/ and his TED Talk about decision making: https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_ariely_are_we_in_control_of_our_own_decisions Happy listening!

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will break down where "stupid questions" come from and how we should properly respond to them in a constructive and coachable manner. Happy listening!

That's right my friends - you heard it first, you heard it here: the customer is NOT always right! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, I will explain the importance of protecting our internal customers (our employees) and why the customer is not always right. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

There is tremendous value in asking questions as well as asking for help. The fact that we are leaders doesn't mean we do not need help from time to time. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, I will share stories that will lead to the value of asking questions as well as asking for help. Happy listening! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

Fun title for this episode, isn't it?! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will review the importance of connecting with your teams as you engage in a new strategy for your company, during implementation, and evaluating the strategy once implemented. The focus is on our human asset. Happy learning! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

Do you hire or select your team members? What is the difference? Who lasts longer, the hired or selected ones? Many questions to answer in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

Employee: I need to take a personal day tomorrow. Manager: Why? What do you have to do? This is a prime example of what we should never ask our team members. Personal days are meant for personal use. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how to balance what we can and cannot ask our team members, as this is our part of being respectful leaders. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

Humility and Ego are polar opposites. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will find the middle ground between ego and humility, learn how to exercise humility, and the connection between humility and leadership. Thank you for tuning in! Instagram: @The10MinuteLeadershipPodcast

Social responsibility is not new to business but it is definitely important in 2023. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how to be socially responsible and how it is connected to leadership. Here's a good example of a socially responsible company: https://www.toms.com/us/impact.html I am not advertising them, just using TOMS as an example. Thank you for tuning in, and happy listening!

Most of us have been told at some point in our lives that we are not good, or not good enough, or not bright enough. Someone crushed our spirit with their own insecurity. Unfortunately, we may have been affected by it and it inhibits our potential to be great leaders. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, I am sharing a personal story that I believe will resonate with you. Join me on this 10 minute journey to unleash your inner leader! Happy listening.

Social media influencers are popular in this day and age of technology. Leader-influencers are a bit different: it is not about the instant fame, or popularity, or money. It is about the ripple effect of positive change that starts with you - the influential leader. Learn how to influence others in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! Instagram: @the10minuteleadershippodcast

Have you ever just looked at someone and knew you should stay away since they appear very unapproachable? Clearly, this is not the kind of leader we want to be. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how to be approachable and the connection between approachability and body language. Please don't forget to like the new Instagram page @the10minuteleadershippodcast Happy listening!

Anxiety and mental health issues had been on the rise since the pandemic. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how to pay close attention to our own anxiety level and how to reduce anxiety in the workplace, keeping in mind anxiety can be crippling to some people, so this is important!  In case you haven't done so yet, please follow my new Instagram page: @the10minuteleadershippodcast, and please note a change of email to get in touch with me: ohertz@me.com  Thank you for tuning in. 

Our attitude is a form of energy and people around us can feel it. A positive attitude is contagious, which is a beautiful trait of a great leader. But how do we maintain a positive attitude at all times? Hard to achieve, but there are some tips I am going to share with you in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. And.. in case you missed it: @the10minuteleadershippodcast Instagram page! Feel free to follow.  Happy listening! 

Most of us have to set goals at work. It is a common practice in all areas of business. But what about our own personal goals? Do you write down your goals? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn about goal setting and why it is important to write down our SMART goals. SMART stands for: Specific | Measurable | Attainable (or Achievable) | Relevant | Time Bound.  Also, if you haven't done so yet, please follow this podcast new and shiny Instagram page: @the10minuteleadershippodcast Happy listening! 

In honor of Black History Month, I selected the topic of authentic equality in the workplace. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will review what real equality in the workplace looks like, and how to authentically select employees as opposed to checking a box to "show" diversity. Authenticity is key! Thank you for tuning in. Quick side note: I started a new Instagram page for this podcast: @the10minuteleadershippodcast Thank you for following!

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will focus on how to differentiate our top-performing employees from the ones who simply skate by and expect high praises, rewards, and even pay raises. In a culture where "participation awards" are sometimes expected, we will learn how to reward our super star employees whilst creating and maintaining an equitable workplace environment. Thank you to my friend Oren who lives in Israel for this podcast episode idea (yes, there is another Oren in this world). Happy listening! 

Some people were born underneath an angry star (thank you Sting for those words from the song Fragile). Then, they end up working for you. How do we deal with them, especially if they are good customer-facing employees? Learn more about how to deal with disgruntled employees in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! 

A good leader knows just the right amount of delegation. They don't under-delegate. They don't over-delegate. How do we strike that balance? Learn more about leadership and delegation in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. 

Welcome to this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! In this episode, we will learn what is a SWOT analysis, how to conduct a self SWOT analysis, and how it will benefit our leadership style. Have a good listen and thank you for tuning in!

This episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast was inspired by an article I found in the Harvard Business Review named "The Praise of the Incomplete Leader." The article was written by Deborah Ancona, Thomas W. Malone, Wanda J. Orlikowski, and Peter M. Senge. This inspiring article talks about how incomplete leaders are in fact complete. The overarching theme of the article has to do with humility, which is a fantastic leadership trait. Have a good listen, and thank you for tuning in! 

Throughout our lives we probably heard and perhaps learned about reflection and what it means. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will first learn what it means to reflect, and then make the connection between being reflective and leadership. We will also learn how to reflect so we gain perspective. Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy! 

One of the greatest trait of being a human being is our ability to dream, our ability to see a future for ourselves and our surrounding. But unfortunately, often times our dreams get shattered by the reality of life. I am here to propose you do not give up on your dreams, and of course make the connection between leaders who follow their dreams and leadership. Happy new year, and happy listening! 

Extroverted people bring with them their explosive energy. Some people receive this energy with welcoming arms, while others shy away from it. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn about extroverted people and their contribution to leadership. Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy the learning! 

Introverted people are usually shy, reserved, and at times will put up a wall until they get to know you better. Although to extroverted people this might seem strange, there is obviously nothing wrong with being an introvert. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn more about introverted leaders and what they bring to the table. Happy listening! 

How do we remain authentic to ourselves and the people around us? Why is it important? Most people will pick up on lack of authenticity. Therefore, it is important for leaders to always be authentic. How do we do it? Learn more about authenticity versus fake in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. 

Welcome to this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast where we are going to discuss the connection between leadership and greed. When we are generous with our internal and external customers, this generosity comes back to us in a form of more business.. more money in the long run. In a sense, this episode is connected to relationship building with your internal and external customers. Thank you for tuning in, and happy listening! 

Welcome to the 100th episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! This calls for celebration! In this episode, I am simply sharing my gratitude to all the listeners and for spreading the good word. The listenership had grown tremendously over the past few months, and I am beyond grateful for that! I have plenty more to share, so we will continue throughout the month of December of 2022, 2023, and beyond. Thank you, and happy holidays!   

Most of us are used to hiring people. But what if we start selecting the right people for the job? What I mean by that is the careful examination of the person we are interviewing to identify if they are a good fit for our environment and our teams. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how to identify and select the right team members while being inclusive. Happy listening! 

Bad leaders affect their team members, and the team members affect the level of service. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, I will share a "live" case study from the cruise line industry based on observations I have made on a recent cruise (as a passenger). We will learn how important it is for leaders at all levels to possess a positive attitude that trickles down. Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy this episode! 

Our mental well-being is as important as our physical well-being. Post-pandemic, we've learned how important it is for us to take good care of ourselves mentally. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will make the connection between our mental well-being and our leadership style. I will offer some helpful tools to take good care and protect our mental well-being. This episode is dedicated to all the mental health professionals out there. You are miracle workers! 

We all make mistakes. It is a part of the human condition. As long as our mistakes are honest mistakes and not deliberate, we should forgive ourselves and treat ourselves with kindness. Because when we forgive ourselves and we are kind to ourselves, we can forgive others with kindness. Learn more about mistakes and self-love in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! 

We've all been there: we took a multiple choice exam, selected answer C but our gut feeling was telling us to select answer B. We get the results back and B was the correct answer! Sounds familiar? What is this thing we call "gut feeling"? Where is it coming from? And how can we utilize it to better our leadership style? Learn more about our gut feeling and leadership in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! 

Welcome to this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast where we will learn how to balance work and life. This is something I am personally very proud of because I wasn't always good at that, and with time and adaptive techniques, I am proud to say I have mastered it! To pay the knowledge forward, I decided to record this episode about the leader's work-life balance. Happy listening! 

How do others see us? The same we see ourselves? The answer is probably no. When we are authentic, others see (and feel) authenticity, and authenticity is attractive! Now you have an idea of what this episode is all about. Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. 

There are times where we ignore blunt clues about where our current organization is headed. When we know what to do if we clearly see the writing on the wall, we can exemplify good leadership by taking action. Learn how in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! 

This episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast is about organizational politics (as opposed to government politics). Regardless of where you work, surely there are politics in your work environment. How do we navigate it carefully? Learn more about politics and leadership in this episode. Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy the learning! 

I woke up one night recently in slight panic thinking: my goodness! I never recorded an episode about leading by example! So here we are. What does this mean to lead by example? How can we do this consistently? Learn more about leading by example in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Happy listening! 

Welcome to chapter 89 of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Each of us have suffered trauma. Some of us define ourselves by the pain caused from the trauma, while others turn the trauma into inspiration. How do we do that? Where do we find the strength? Let's learn how to rise up and lead in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. 

Our words are impactful. What we say, how we say it, when we say it.. will make a difference. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will examine the power of words and how to use them wisely as leaders. We will also remind ourselves the importance of being impeccable with our words. Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy this episode! 

Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Dr. Amy Cuddy argues that "power posing" -- standing in a posture of confidence, even when we don't feel confident -- can boost feelings of confidence, and might have an impact on our chances for success. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, I will follow Dr. Cuddy's work and make the connection between body language and leadership. I highly recommend watching Dr. Cuddy's outstanding TED Talk about body language:  https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy the learning! 

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, I am sharing a real-life case study story involving my good friend Robert (pseudonym to protect the innocent) and how his company left him anxious for an entire weekend because of an email that had gone out to Robert and his team. We will learn what NOT to do from this real-life case study, and I am positive you will find it interesting. Thank you for tuning in!  

Thank you for tuning in to this extra content episode in honor of Dr. Alan Seidman, a good friend who was my leader in academia for many years. I am sharing this episode in his honor since Alan was an amazing leader and we can all learn from him. Alan passed on suddenly and unexpectedly. He was in his 60s. Rest well, my good friend and excellent leader. 

Firing people is one of the most difficult tasks you have to do as a leader at any level of leadership. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we are going to learn about the process and how to let people go effectively. It is not an easy task, but it is a part of the job. Thank you for tuning in. 

If you are in a situation where you are getting promoted from a team mate to leading the same team, this episode is for you! I will share some past experiences of getting promoted and the importance of establishing boundaries in a situation like this. Not always easy, but most definitely necessary and helpful in the long run. Thank you for tuning in! 

Do you know how you gain respect? By giving respect! You probably already know that, but in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will focus on cultivating a respectful workplace environment by sharing some examples of how we can do just that. Thank you for tuning in, and happy listening! 

Have you ever heard a story from someone you might know that simply shocked you? If you are an inquisitive person (or even if you're not), the answer is probably.. yes! You see, we all view and make sense of the world differently. We can elevate our leadership style by making an effort to not only learn about the people on our teams, but also enter their existence by imagining what it would be like if you had experienced what they are experiencing. A lot of it has to do with empathy, but also some of us who are less empathic can exercise this solid leadership trait. Learn how in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! 

Our energy is limited. Although energy is intangible, we can definitely feel when we are drained of it. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how to protect our energy from being depleted and what we can do to recharge our energy for the benefit of our teams and those around us. Thank you for tuning in! 

According to research, Generation Z are the main drivers for inclusivity in our society. Following their predecessors - the Millenials, Gen Z are the most inclusive generation we've seen in history. This is a good thing! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will discuss how to remain current in our culture and how to address groups in an inclusive way, which is different than before. Happy listening!  

"Forgiveness is for you - not the other person. It's something you do inside yourself that you feel in your body and heart that releases you from your past and frees you to live life fully." Barbara J Hunt. Yes, forgiveness is THAT powerful! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will make the connection between forgiveness and leadership, and how the practice of forgiveness can improve your life and your leadership. Happy listening!  

I have yet to meet a person who would say that being treated unfairly sits well with them. Most of us desire to be treated with fairness. Being fair to everyone in every situation goes a very long way. Favoritism is one of the last perceptions you want as a leader. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will review the connection between fairness and leadership. Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy!  

We all have to make compromising decisions at times in order to achieve a desired goal. But do we over-compromise and leave the situation feeling like we were taken advantage of, or did we under-compromise and did not achieve a win-win situation? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will make the connection between the power of balanced compromise and leadership. Happy listening! 

We all know how we felt when someone broke our trust. At times, it is nearly impossible to repair. Therefore, leadership and trust go hand in hand! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will discuss the importance of being a trustworthy leader and what happens psychologically when you break other people's trust in you. Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy the learning! 

Collaboration is essential to good leadership. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will look at the advantages of collaboration to the organization as a whole as well as the leader as an individual. Thank you for tuning in! 

Do you have a practice of reflection? Do you reflect on your actions? Do you hold yourself accountable? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, I will share with you the advantages self-reflection brings and how it can improve your leadership style as well as your life in general. Thank you for tuning in! 

You are your own brand. As a leader, how do you protect your image? Your brand? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will review what it means to be your own brand and how to protect it on social media and outside of it. Happy listening! 

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will make the connection between your internal environment, external environment, and the greater good. We will have an understanding of what the greater good is, and how simple it is to contribute to it. Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy! 

Were you ever micromanaged at work? How did it make you feel? What did you think about your "leader" micromanaging you? Obviously, micromanaging people is not a good practice. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will understand why micromanaging people is counterproductive, how to avoid it, and how important it is to trust your team members to do their job. Happy listening! 

Who inspires you? What makes a leader inspirational? In this 70th episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will gain an understanding of where inspiration comes from and how we can all become inspiring leaders! Thank you for tuning in and happy listening.  

Have you ever gone off on someone? How did it make you feel? How do you think the other person felt? We are human, and every now and then we blow up and completely lose our temper. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn how damaging this behavior can be to leadership, and how to control ourselves and prevent a blow up. Happy (and calm) listening! 

Welcome to part 2 of the problem-solving leader! In this episode, we will learn about sustainable solutions to address the problem(s) you have identified as we have learned in part 1 last week. No surprise, the focus is on the human asset, which is the most valuable asset in your organization! Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy!  

Having problems is part of being a human. No one is exempt! In this 2-part series of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will first review how to identify that we actually do have a problem. This is part 1. Part 2 will focus on the solution-oriented leader: how to solve problems once we have identified them. Thank you for tuning in, and happy learning! 

We all carry around emotional pain. At some point in our lives, we were wronged. But it's not about what happened to us. It's all about how we deal with it!  In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will explore how unaddressed emotional trauma will cripple our leadership style and how we can overcome it.  Happy listening! 

Welcome to chapter 65 of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! In this episode, we will discuss the connection between leadership, power, and misconduct. We will discuss good power versus bad power and how we can always exercise good power. As you will learn in this episode, a lot of it has to do with the ego.  Thank you for tuning in and happy listening!

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will review the spectrum of harassment and discuss the importance of avoiding making anyone feel uncomfortable around us. This was a tough episode to record as I am sharing a personal story of one leader I looked up to, and how this person derailed his career and reputation by crossing a line that should never be crossed. Apologies for the somber tone, but this is a very serious topic that needs to be addressed. Thank you for tuning in to this important episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. 

Generation Z: the digital natives! In this last episode of the mini-series "Leadership Across Generations" we will learn about Generation Z and what makes them tick. No surprise.. the digital world influences this generation as this is what is familiar to them. This generation is also diverse-minded and politically correct compared to prior generations. Learn how to lead members of Generation Z in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! 

The Millenials are approximately 36% of the U.S. population! They are the second baby boom. In comparison, Gen X is only about 18%. They are influencers, trend setters, civic and community minded, and love to collaborate. As we continue our journey across the generations, we will learn more about the Millenials and leadership in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast.  Thank you for tuning in, and enjoy! 

Gen X (1965-1976) is half of the Baby Boomers in size: 18% of the U.S. population. Gen Xers are known as "lone wolves" or "latch key kids". In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will review Gen X's leadership characteristics and how they interact with others.  Happy listening! 

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we are honoring the Baby Boom generation (1946-1964) and their contributions to the workplace, as well as their interaction with leadership. The Baby Boomers account for 36% of the U.S. population. It is obviously a large generation that made an impact. Happy listening!

Based on popular demand and several requests, I made a schedule change and decided to dedicate the next 5 episodes to expand on the different generations. Thank you very much for contacting me with this request!  In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will discuss (and honor) the Silent generation (people born 1945 and before).  The youngest people of the Silent generation are 77 years old today. We will learn how they interacted with the workplace, their likes and dislikes, and what made the Silent generation so great.  With honor and solute to this spectacular generation - happy listening everyone! 

> Traditionalists or Silent Generation – 1945 and before.  > Baby Boomers – 1946-1964.  > Generation X – 1965-1976.  > Millennials or Gen Y – 1977-1995.  > Generation Z or iGen or Centennials – 1996-now.  We should know how to interact with a Millenial as opposed to a Baby Boomer in the workplace since different generations present diverse thoughts, actions, and what is important to them. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will explore how we can effectively interact with employees from different generations. I did the best I could to summarize this long lesson and compress it into 10 minutes. Thank you for tuning in and happy listening! 

Can our verbal communication positively or negatively affect how people perceive us? The answer is yes, especially today! Language, words, body language, and tonality are all a part of inclusivity. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, we will learn ways to address individuals and teams in an inclusive way. Driven mostly by Generation Z, gender fluidity and inclusivity is a hot topic in pop culture. We will make the connection between leadership and inclusivity in 2022. Happy listening!  

I have recently learned a great deal about neurodiversity and people on the autism spectrum thanks to Dr. Leslie Bayers of the University of the Pacific in California. I have attended Dr. Bayer's conference presentation about how to support neurodiversity in the classroom. I immediately identified a connection to leadership and decided to dedicate this episode to people with autism and how we, as leaders, can make them feel welcomed and acknowledged in our working environment. Happy listening! 

Cultivating and maintaining strong working relationships is a priority right now. It is a priority now more than ever due to the pandemic. We feel isolated. We feel alone. This is a golden opportunity for us to work on the relationships with our teams. How do we do it? Have a listen and enjoy!

In this part of the 3-part series of leadership post pandemic we will learn what is self-awareness, how to be self-aware, and how self-awareness is connected to the pandemic and leadership. Literature and supportive evidence-based research of this topic can be found at: orenhertz.academia.edu

Welcome back to The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! Happy 2022 friends!! We will start off the new year with a 3-part series of episodes about leadership post pandemic. Yes, currently the pandemic is not over yet but we must remain positive as this will eventually be behind us. In this episode, we will learn (or perhaps re-learn) about our own emotional state as leaders, especially how our emotional state is affected by the pandemic and how to keep ourselves happy and in a good mood. Corresponding materials for this episode can be found at: orenhertz.academia.edu by clicking on the “Research” tab. Welcome back and happy listening!

The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast is one year old today! This is a celebratory episode to thank everyone for tuning in and sticking to it. Thank you for spreading the good word. Thank you for engaging with this podcast. Your warm feedback propels me! Plenty more to come in 2022, and I am excited to share more valuable leadership content with you. We will take a break for the rest of December and will resume the first Tuesday of January 2022. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season. If you are traveling, please be safe!

I am often asked about the difference between leadership and management. And of course, there is a difference as well as similarities. Let’s learn more about leadership and management in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

We get back what we put out. This is a known universal ‘law’. But how do we give 110% of ourselves? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will understand what it means to lead with the full force of our being. Happy listening!

I’ve known Reed for 10 years and he is an amazing human! Reed agreed to be a guest on the show and talk about leadership and care. Reed is a partner at Captain Clay & Sons Seafood Market in Delray Beach, FL (Instagram: @captainclayandsonsseafood) and his social media presence is worth checking out: @Reed_thefishmonger

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will learn the importance of assertive leadership. You don’t always have to be assertive but there are times that call for it, and when that time comes - you will be equipped with the knowledge of the importance of asserting yourself. Happy listening!

We’ve all seen and perhaps followed charismatic leaders. What makes them tick? How do charismatic leaders engage with their followers? What is the secret of being charismatic? This and more in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Is there a connection between modesty, leadership, and teams? Absolutely there is! In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will find the connection between modesty and leadership. Happy listening!

How do we cater to different generations? There are many studies out there about the different generations and their characteristics. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will look at the connection between the different generations, their characteristics, and leadership. Happy listening!

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our Light, not our Darkness, that most frightens us.” - Marianne Williamson. We are light beings. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will explore how we can share our light with others and be that beacon of light and hope that will in turn attract others to be around us. Yet another important and impactful leadership trait. Happy listening!

What drives results? How and why are some leaders more successful at driving results? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast I am going to share one of the world’s most simplest idea that drives results. You may or may not be surprised by it, but you will definitely learn from it. Happy listening!

Is there a connection between leadership and risk? The answer is absolutely yes! In this episode, I will make the connection between risk-taking, listening to your intuition, and leadership. Thank you for tuning in and happy listening!

Can our body language govern our emotions? And can our emotions govern our body language? Dr. Amy Cuddy talks about it in her successful TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are/up-next?language=en and I am going to make the connection between body language and leadership based on Dr. Cuddy’s work. By the way, I invited Dr. Cuddy to be a guest on my show and she agreed to do so at a later date, so stay tuned and happy listening!

Emotional intelligence (EI) is most often defined as the ability to perceive, use, understand, manage, and handle emotions. People with high emotional intelligence can recognize their own emotions and those of others, use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior, discern between different feelings and label them appropriately, and adjust emotions to adapt to environments. There is a direct correlation between EI and leadership and we will learn about this important connection in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

I met Janet probably around 3 years ago and we instantly became good friends. Janet is a spiritual teacher / leader who teaches A Course in Miracles (ACiM) for many years now. In my conversation with Janet, we explored the connection between spirituality and leadership. The concept of the spiritual leader applies to everyone regardless of their spiritual journey. Learn more about Janet’s work, classes, and her excellent at: www.JanetWeissman.com

Have you ever made an honest mistake that turned into a major screwup? Let me answer this for you: yes, you have! You know why? Because we are all human. How do we correct our mistake and earn our followers’ trust again? By properly apologizing. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will review an apology protocol that works and learn the importance of each step in this protocol. Happy listening!

There are two major forms of learning: formal and informal. While there are other learning methods in between, we are going to focus on the leader’s ability to receive knowledge from informal learning. In this episode, we will explore how leaders who are open to learn become lifelong learners and better leaders. Let’s learn about learning (pun intended) in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

You will get a lot more out of people if you find and tap into their free will: the notion of having others get the job done not because you told them to, but because they want to. How do we do it? Let’s discover the notion of free will in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Leadership and compassion go hand in hand. A compassionate leader connects better with people and teams, and people gravitate towards compassionate leaders. In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will learn how leadership and compassion are connected. Happy listening!

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast I am going to share a personal and painful story that illustrates the power of vulnerability. In the end you will find the connection between leadership and vulnerability. Thank you for tuning in.

Most people pick up on anyone in front of them who’s not acting like themselves. Unless you’re excellent at acting, it is very difficult to pass people’s energetic barometer by acting fake. There is a direct correlation between authenticity and good leadership and we will explore it in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Empathy goes a long way. It is a part of what makes us humans. Empathetic leaders often gain ‘bonus points’ with their followership by simply listening to them. In this episode, we will explore the benefits of being an empathetic leader and how non-empathetic leaders can practice sincere and real empathy. It’s not as difficult as you might think! Happy listening!

Since I started working at FIU’s Chaplin School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, I knew I landed an amazing job. Not because of the salary. Not because of the benefits, but I immediately recognized the outstanding leadership of Dean Cheng and Vice Dean Newman. I wanted to know what are they doing that makes this environment so successful. They agreed to “reveal their secrets” in this extra content special episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Optimistic leaders are like a magnet. People love being around them! But what is optimism and how can we remain optimistic most of the time? We will uncover the science of optimism in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Most people love to laugh. Humor and laughter is physically and emotionally good for us. But it must be balanced. How do we strike that balance, and what should we watch for when we introduce humor as a part of our leadership style? Explore and learn more about leadership and humor in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Leading people to knowledge is an art. Throwing information at people is not teaching them anything. So how do we transfer knowledge in an effective way? You will find out in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

I’ve known Mary and Brian since 2008 and they are absolutely amazing people! Their take and outlook on leadership is interesting, educational, motivational, and humbling. I am thrilled they agreed to be my guests on the show, as we break down a live leadership case study of an organization both Brian and I worked for. There is a lot to learn here in this special content episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Happy listening!

We all got hurt by someone at some point in our life. Did we forgive them? Why is it difficult for some of us to forgive? How is forgiveness related to leadership, and what is the concept of forgiveness? We will explore all that in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Always do your best. This is one of the four agreements. But what does this mean? How do we measure doing “our best?” And who’s to say that our best is, indeed, the best we can produce? How is all this related to leadership? Let’s do our best and listen to this educational episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Happy listening!

Don’t make assumptions. Plain and simple. But is it really all that simple? Humans are hard-wired to make assumptions all the time. How do we change that? Or at least, how do we get better at not making assumptions? Don Miguel Ruiz gives us some pointers on how to reduce assumptions, and I am making the connection to leadership. Happy listening!

As we continue our journey with The Four Agreements, this week we will connect leadership and not taking anything personally. As humans, this is a lot to ask of us. But leaders are ‘super humans’ and since we aspire to be great leaders, we are up for the challenge! So how do we do it? How do we not take anything personally? It’s all here in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast. Happy listening!

You probably heard of the magnificent book The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz. If you haven’t heard about it, let me introduce you to it. In the next 4 chapters, we will make the connection between Don Miguel’s Four Agreements and leadership. In this episode, we will explore the connection between leadership and being impeccable with your word. Happy listening!

Jay Wilkinson is the CEO of Firespring, a technology company. About 10 years ago I bumped into his TED Talk about company culture and I am so glad I did: https://youtu.be/WDFqEGI4QJ4 Since then, I have been showing his TED Talk in leadership classes over and over again. It is that good! As it turns out, Jay and I connected via Linkedin and he kindly agreed to be a guest on the show! What makes Jay tick? Why was his company named top 50 companies to work for in the United States? Learn more about what it takes to lead a culture of success in this special content episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

On June 7, 2021, an extra content episode about organizational culture will be aired with my special guest Jay Wilkinson. To get us all thinking in terms of organizational culture, I have shared a personal story in this episode that leads to the benefits of a healthy and thriving culture. Enjoy, and be sure to tune in June 7, 2021 to learn more from Jay Wilkinson. He is absolutely brilliant! Happy listening.

The word “paranoia” usually comes with a negative connotation, but it could also be healthy. What is “healthy paranoia” and how do we exercise it as leaders or as parents? Find out in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Humans have egos. It is a part of what makes us human and it is not necessarily a bad thing. It gets a bit tricky though when the leader’s ego is too much and it is not contained. So how do leaders contain their egos? Find out in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! (Please excuse the dodgy sound. I am traveling and recorded this episode on the road. But it’s a great episode so it’ll be worth it!)

Movement and change starts with your followership. But how do we get it started? And why is it important for movement or change to start with our followership? Take a listen and find out. Happy listening! (Please excuse the dodgy sound. I am traveling and recorded this episode on the road. But it’s a great episode so it’ll be worth it!)

Many people choose to avoid conflict, but conflict is a part of life and it is inevitable. How do we manage conflict from a leadership’s perspective? Learn more about conflict management in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Majora Carter’s TED Talk named “Greening the Ghetto” is a top TED Talk just shy of 3 million views! I had the privilege and honor to spend some time with Majora for this special content episode and have a better understanding how this amazing human thinks and operates in this world. This is a very special episode with an amazing guest. Don’t miss it! Happy listening.

Is money a motivator? It is but it also isn’t. Confused yet? What really motivates people? How do you keep your people motivated? How do you motivate yourself? Let’s explore motivation in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

What comes to your mind when you hear the word ‘courage’? What makes a leader courageous? It may not be what you are thinking! Learn more about the courage to lead in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Who are the closest people in your life? How are you taking care of them emotionally and vice versa? Why is this so important? In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will learn more about our support systems and how to take good care of the ones who support us emotionally. Happy listening!

What can we learn from other humans? What can we learn from our pets? From our environment? Great leaders are open to learn from anyone and anything. Why is it important? Take a listen to this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

In search of the 'non-traditional' leaders, my good friend Steve Hogarth agreed to do this special episode with little to no arm twisting! What a good man. What is the connection between leadership and a well established progressive rock band's frontman? How is it all connected to spirituality and energy? What does it mean to lead with love and not the pursuit of money or wealth? I have learned quite a bit from Steve, and I am positive you will too. Ladies and gentleman: the fabulous Steve Hogarth! Happy listening. 

What is ethical fading? How is it connected to leadership? According to Dr. Lenny Wong, ethical fading is.. plain and simple.. not telling the truth. Little white lies damage your organization. It is the highway for losing trust. In this episode, we will unveil the major disadvantages of ethical fading and how to avoid it.

Our brain regulates our behavior. Nothing we do is random. As it turns out, there is a pattern related to the chemicals produced in our brain. In order for us to lead others at our highest brain capacity, we can follow certain actions I will share in this episode that makes us.. happy! Happy listening! (Pun intended)

In this continued discussion about leadership and kindness, we will explore the ‘how’. Specifically, we will learn how to set clear boundaries so no one confuses our kindness for weakness. Happy listening!

For this extra content episode, meet the amazing Georgina Wistow. Georgina is a leadership & organizational effectiveness psychologist and she shares with us how the human brain works from a leadership and a followership perspective. Georgina is joining us from London, England. Please forgive the audio dips during the conversation. Technology is wonderful when it isn’t in the way. Happy listening!

“The higher form of wisdom is kindness” A quote from the Talmud. Why should we act with kindness? Why is it important for us and our surroundings? Kindness is a topic that is near and dear to my heart. In this episode, we will learn about the ‘why’ behind kindness and how it is all connected to leadership. Welcome to The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

“You are here to enable the divine purpose of the universe to unfold. This is how important you are!” -Eckhart Tolle. What is the meaning of living in the ‘now’? How can we turn it into a leadership practice? And how will living in the now positively influence our day to day lives? Find out how to lead in the now in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

Our emotional state affects the people around us. They can feel our energy when we are down. How do we maintain high levels of our emotional state, especially during these strange times? It is not impossible, but we must work at it! Learn more about the leader’s emotional state in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

In this bonus episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast, meet Jordyn Rose, a transgender woman as she shares her coming out story as well as the importance of feeling included in the workplace, and what leaders can do to help the transgender community feel welcomed and a part of the team.

Leadership is as emotional as it is practical, if not more. What does this mean to feel included? How can we make marginalized groups feel a part of our team? In this segment of diversity, equity, and inclusion - we will discuss how inclusion is the bridge for diversity and equity. Our goal as leaders is to make everyone feel welcomed and a part of our team. It is a vital function of a good leader, and in this episode, we will learn how to do just that! 

Welcome to the first ever extra content episode where I interview Lucy Jordache, Marillion's band manager (www.marillion.com).  In this special episode, you will learn from Lucy what it takes to manage a progressive rock band from a female perspective. You do not have to be a Marillion fan to learn what it takes to be a female leader in a "man's world" (Lucy's words), but we hope you will give Marillion a listen if you have never heard of them.  Note: extra content is not limited to the traditional 10 minute time frame out of respect for the guest speaker's time and for better flow of conversation.  Thank you for tuning in to this extra content special episode.  Enjoy! 

Is it enough for an organization to have diversity of employees? It’s a start. Diversity and inclusion are not only important to the overall productivity of an organization, it promotes mental and even physical health of the community of employees. In part 1 of this important topic, we will learn what stops some leaders from being inclusive and how to overcome it.

Female energy is vital to any organization. Gender inequality still exists in 2021, and we need to change this! In this episode, we will look into the ‘why’ behind gender inequality in leadership positions, and how we can correct it. At the end of this episode, you will find out who is the first ever guest featured in next week’s episode. Happy listening!

Change is not always easy, especially when change is forced upon us. How do we lead people to change? Why is change important? What are some barriers to implementing change? Find out in this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

This is not a political episode. The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast is never political! This episode examines what led to the events of January 6, 2021 in the U.S. Capitol building from a leadership perspective and how leadership and power are connected.

“Stay safe!” How often do we hear that phrase in this day and age? Probably daily, right? But what do we really mean by that? Why is safety so important to us? And how is it connected to leadership? Find out in this week’s episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!

“You cannot teach anyone anything. You can, however, lead them to knowledge”. This is my own personal quote. This is an interesting quote coming from a teacher, isn’t it?! In this episode, we will understand the difference between teaching and coaching, and how to engage your followership with your clear vision as a leader.

In this episode, we will explore what it means to do the ‘right thing’ and how it is all connected to leadership. The ethical leader is the successful leader. Always act with ethics in mind. Listen to your heart / gut feeling. It is always right!

In this episode of The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast we will explore our inner self journey and find out how our own happiness will contribute to our leadership effectiveness and how we are perceived by our followership.

Welcome to the 10 Minute Leadership Podcast!  My name is Dr. Oren Hertz, and I am excited to launch this weekly podcast.  This podcast is all about leadership! Each week, I will select a different topic of leadership and discuss it in 10 minutes.  Why 10 minutes? Because we are all busy in this day and age, so I chose to create a short and uplifting weekly podcast for aspiring leaders, established leaders, and anyone who's interested in leadership at large.  In this pilot episode, I have included a short introduction about myself as well as a short introduction about the inner-journey of leadership.  I hope you like it.  Happy listening!

Welcome to The 10 Minute Leadership Podcast! Once a week on Tuesday, join me for a 10 minute talk about a variety of leadership related topics. My name is Dr. Oren Hertz, and I bring you years of leadership experience combined with a Ph.D. with a leadership concentration. Welcome, and thank you for tuning in!