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We've been thinking...all things leadership

Hosted by Jan Smith and Mark Rumbles · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 20 episodes

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20
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37m
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About this podcast

Our podcast explores the practice of leadership—and “practice” is exactly the right word. Leadership is a fusion of art and science, discovery and application, action and reflection, punctuated by successes, setbacks, and continuous recalibration. The best leaders never stop growing. In each episode, we dive into real-life leadership challenges, share practical insights, and offer actionable solutions—without a script, excessive polish, or perfection. Leadership, after all, is more like a jazz session than a symphony performance. 🎷Come join the discussion!

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Jan Smith and Mark Rumbles hosts We've been thinking...all things leadership, a business show with 20 episodes published.

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5 Leadership Shifts in the AI Era

May 25, 202627mEp. 5S2

Leaders drive change, and change shapes leadership. Our business landscapes and horizons are shifting as AI and related technologies accelerate. The way leaders add value is changing as well. In this episode, Jan and Mar

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AI & The Future of "Human" Leadership

Apr 20, 202626mEp. 4S2

We’ve been thinking about AI… and leadership. In this episode, we explore: The difference between what AI can do and what it cannot own. Why judgment, responsibility, and ethical decision-making still sit with leaders. T

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Critical Thinking

Mar 23, 202634mEp. 3S2

Why do smart leaders sometimes make poor decisions? Often it’s not a lack of information—it’s a lack of disciplined thinking. In a world of algorithms, social media echo chambers, and information overload, Mark and Jan e

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The Power of Story Telling

Feb 23, 202630mEp. 2S2

Why do some leaders move people to action while others get tuned out? It often comes down to storytelling—capturing and maintaining the attention of your audience. In this episode, Jan and Mark explore how leaders can cr

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Protecting Our Margins

Jan 23, 202634mEp. 1S2

What if the key to better leadership wasn’t doing more—but protecting the space to do less, better? In this episode, we unpack the concept of “margin”—the vital buffer between burnout and breakthrough. Discover why safeg

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Looking back to lead forward

Dec 15, 202550mEp. 14S1

As leaders, our greatest clarity often comes from looking back—not to dwell, but to learn, integrate, and lead forward. In this special year-end episode, Mark and Jan explore the power of intentional reflection and a gro

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Learn to thrive, not just survive - Part 2

Nov 24, 202547mEp. 13S1

Mark and Jan conclude their conversation about the six conditions for thriving. In Part 1, they emphasized the importance of building a foundation of love, joy, and peace. In this episode (Part 2), they bookend the discu

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Learn to thrive, not merely survive - Part 1

Nov 17, 202539mEp. 12S1

We all want to experience meaning and fulfillment in our work and relationships. Our time is finite, and, if we're honest, we spend too much of it merely trying to get through the day, the week, the year, or a challengin

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Change Leadership – From Fear to Fruition (Part 2)

Oct 27, 202542mEp. 11S1

Change leadership is different than change management. It’s a powerful language and a set of intentional actions for building trust, commitment, and momentum. In this episode, we share practical suggestions for how leade

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Change Leadership – More Than a Hat You Wear (Part 1)

Oct 20, 202538mEp. 10S1

Leading change isn’t just about creating a well-conceived plan—it’s about guiding people through the emotional terrain that follows. Effective change leaders understand the importance of engaging the mindsets, heartsets,

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Being Right vs. Being Effective

Sep 15, 202532mEp. 9S1

Ever found yourself in a conversation where you knew you were right—but still lost connection, trust, or momentum? In this episode, Jan and Mark explore why leaders often push to be “right,” and what it costs in terms of

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Getting Unstuck

Aug 18, 202535mEp. 8S1

Feeling stuck in your leadership or team dynamics? In this episode, we explore two practical strategies to shift energy, challenge assumptions, and move toward breakthrough.

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Finding Flow - Lessons from the Field and the Office (Video Version)

Jul 22, 202550mEp. 7S1

What do athletes and leaders have in common? In this episode, we talk with a collegiate soccer player about finding “flow”—and how to bring that same focus and energy into the workplace.

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Finding Flow - Lessons from the Field and the Office (Audio Version)

Jul 22, 202549mEp. 7S1

What do athletes and leaders have in common? In this episode, we talk with a collegiate soccer player about finding “flow”—and how to bring that same focus and energy into the workplace.

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Leading at the Seams: Connecting Across Boundaries

Jun 23, 202536mEp. 6S1

We’ve all seen it—work that falls through the cracks, teams stepping on each other’s toes, or decisions stalled in limbo. That’s the reality of organizational seams—the points where teams, functions, and priorities conne

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The Power of Language

May 20, 202535mEp. 5S1

The words you use as a leader matter—more than you might think. Language is the currency, or code, that powers action. In this episode, we dig into how language can help you cut through the noise, build alignment, and ge

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Problem Solving

Apr 15, 202532mEp. 4S1

Is your team great at naming problems but not so great at solving them? In this episode, we explore how even high-performing teams can get stuck in problem identification loops. We share how leaders can recognize when th

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Leadership Potential

Apr 15, 202539mEp. 2S1

What does “leadership potential” really mean, and are we measuring the right things? In this episode, we unpack how our thinking has evolved on the subject of potential: what it is, how to recognize it, and how to grow i

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Leadership Distinctions

Apr 15, 202531mEp. 3S1

What separates good leaders from truly great ones? In this episode, we explore the subtle but powerful “leadership distinctions” that shape how leaders create possibility, foster enrollment, and generate commitment. Thro

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Managing Paradoxes

Apr 15, 202528mEp. 1S1

How do you hold people accountable for results, without sacrificing trust or relationships? In this first episode, we explore what may be the most critical leadership challenge: managing the paradox of productive results

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