If you're passionate about mastering self-leadership, you're in the right place. I've dedicated my career to understanding the science and practice of positive leadership. I Integrate evidence-based principles from the fields of positive psychology with those in leadership and organizational excellence that will help you develop real-life solutions to solve your greatest challenges. Each week I'll bring world-class content with industry experts to help you use positive leadership to build a ...
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Mastering Your Emotions: Affective Labeling
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Today Craig shares valuable insights on mastering our emotions. Emphasizing the importance of understanding emotions as data points, the conversation reveals how emotions, both positive and negative, play a crucial role in our lives by providing essential information about our state of well-being. Craig introduces the concept of 'Affective Labeling…
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Mastering Coaching and Leadership: Insights from Positive Psychology Expert | Robert Biswas-Diener
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Have you ever been interested in the field of positive psychology and coaching? Tune into this engaging episode for a captivating journey on the subject with Robert Biswas-Diener, a globally recognized thought leader and researcher. Listen in as Robert shares his extraordinary path, one paved by a childhood shaped by his parents who were top psycho…
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Cultivating a Winning Mindset in Leadership and in Life | Rick Jordan
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What does it really take to scale your business and leadership while staying true to your culture and values? Cybersecurity expert and CEO of ReachOut Technology, Rick Jordan, joins me, Craig Dowden, to tackle this complex question. Together, we dive deep into Rick's story to understand how a potent mix of leadership, branding and tenacity catapult…
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The Power of Radical Humility | Urs Koenig
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Do you think that humility is a superpower or kryptonite for executives? If you’re like most people, you likely believe the former; being humble will undermine your effectiveness as people will perceive you as weak. I had the privilege to speak with Urs Koenig, the bestselling author of Radical Humility: Be A Badass Boss and a Good Human. We explor…
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AMPP-lify Your Listening – An Essential Skill for Business and Life
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Have you ever felt like you’re speaking, but nobody is truly listening? This month on Do Good to Lead Well, I bring you the secrets to amplifying your listening skills, inspired by the wisdom shared in the bestselling book, ‘Crucial Conversations’ by Kerry Patterson and their colleagues. As we wave goodbye to March and gear up to tackle the rest of…
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Navigating Canada’s Economic Future with the CEO of the Business Council of Canada | Goldy Hyder
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In this special episode of the Do Good to Lead Well podcast, I sit down with Goldy Hyder, the dynamic CEO of the Business Council of Canada, for a riveting exploration of the complexities shaping the Canadian business and leadership landscape. Listen in as Goldy highlights Canada’s fortunate position, endowed with natural resources and strategic tr…
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Harnessing the Transformative Power of Compassion in Business and Leadership | David Katz
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Please join me as I welcome David Katz, founder and CEO of Plastic Bank, as we embark on a poignant exploration of how adversity can shape a vision for a better world. During our conversation, David shares the genesis of his social enterprise that’s turning the tide on ocean plastic and poverty. His initiative, which transforms plastic waste into a…
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Becoming Coachable: A Crucial Skill for Maximizing Our Potential | Scott Osman & Jacquelyn Lane
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Have you ever looked in the mirror and your reflection does not match how others see you in the world? Have you been in situations where your intentions do not match your impact and it negatively affects your success and relationships? In this engaging episode, bestselling authors Scott Osman and Jacquelyn Lane join me to discuss the essence of coa…
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Venting - A Double-Edged Sword in Personal Growth and Communication
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Ever felt that rush of release after venting your frustrations, only to be engulfed by the same fiery emotions moments later? Although it may come as a surprise, this episode reveals the double-edged sword that is venting. In fact, your well-intended cathartic release might be doing more harm than good, intensifying feelings of anger and perpetuati…
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Say “Yes!” to Risks and Enjoy the Journey | Alison Simpson
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How do I deal with questions to which I have no good answers? Which risks do I say yes to (and when to decline)? In this episode, Alison Simpson answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. What is adversity training? 2. 3 things every leader needs in order to succeed. 3. How to say “I don’t know” in a way that inspires confidence and te…
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Truly Championing Diversity and Inclusion: A Timely Conversation About Anti-Racist Leadership
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Could leadership rooted in empathy be the game-changer in today’s diverse, multi-generational workplaces? In this timely episode, I welcome the remarkable father-daughter team, James and Krista White, to explore the pressing topic of anti-racist leadership. In this enlightening discussion, the Whites share the powerful synergy behind their book, a …
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Greatness is Made, Not Born - Mastering the Art of Learned Excellence | Eric Potterat, Ph.D. & Alan Eagle
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Ever wondered how the greats of our time catapult themselves to the top of their fields? That’s the burning question we tackle with the brilliant minds behind the recently released book, Learned Excellence”. Authors Eric Potterat (PhD) and Alan Eagle shed light on the idea that peak performance isn’t solely a gift of nature, but a skill that can be…
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The Choice to Lead with Trust and Inspiration | Stephen M.R. Covey
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How can I change my leadership style to “trust and inspire” when I’ve been trained to “command and control? How can I be a leader, even though I’m not in a leadership position? In this episode, Stephen answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. We need to TRUST and INSPIRE, rather than command and control. 2. What makes an inspired wor…
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Gaslighting was the word of the year in 2022. It is referenced often and shows up in our personal and professional lives. To start off the New Year, I decided to share my personal and difficult journey with gaslighting in a relationship that was very important to me. My hope in sharing my experience is to unpack the critical moments, emotions, and …
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Self-Compassion at Work, in Leadership, and Beyond | Dr. Kristin Neff
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Can self-compassion help motivate me to be better? What role does self-compassion play in the workplace? In this episode, Kristin Neff answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. The difference between self-esteem and self-compassion. 2. The elements that make up self-compassion. 3. The benefits of self-compassion on your mental health.…
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What role does love play in business? How can I create an environment where I hire people for life? In this episode, Jan Ryde answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Why you should have an abundance mindset. 2. How it all starts with loving and appreciating yourself. 3. How we create our reality through our thoughts and feelings. 4.…
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Vulnerability, Ego, and Resilience as a Leader | Kathryn Tremblay
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How can I be vulnerable, and still be a strong leader? How can I analyze the biases within myself and my organization? In this episode, Kathryn Tremblay answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. How to value everyone involved in your organization. 2. How resiliency is really just putting one foot in front of the other. 3. Why we must …
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WOOP it Up to Achieve Your Goals in 2024
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We’ve all been there. New Year’s comes around, we look at our resolutions, and we’re set on running a dozen Iron Man races. Research has shown that half of all adults make New Year’s resolutions. Despite the popularity of setting these goals, just 12% of people can say they’ve stuck to their resolutions one year on. So, what can we do to improve ou…
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How do we plan for success in an uncertain world? How can we reframe uncertainty as opportunity? In this episode, Nathan Furr answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Four things to do when facing uncertainty. 2. How to build your own ambiguity muscles. 3. Why you need to start with reframing. 4. How stories make our decisions (and h…
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Effective Delegation and Feedback | Adam Bryant
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What can be done to make a great team out of a variety of people? What makes listening the most important skill for the modern leader? In this episode, Adam answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Why you must know what you want before jockeying for promotions. 2. The importance of simplifying complexity as a leader. 3. What listeni…
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Emotional Intelligence Applied to Conflict Leadership | Dr. Janet Patti and Dr. Robin Stern
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How can you recognize your own emotions? And how can you use this skill in conflict resolution, team building, and reframing for success? In this episode, Janet Patti and Robin Stern answer these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. You can learn and improve your emotional intelligence at any age! 2. How to recognize, understand, and then expr…
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Today, we unwrap the science behind gift giving. With the holiday season just around the corner, Craig critically analyzes the internal conflict that many of us face, between choosing a gift that the recipient will appreciate and one that we, as gift givers, would want to give. Drawing upon several factors including cost, sentimental value, experie…
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Creativity, Culture, and Communication | Christina Dove
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How can I involve creativity in my work? What can I do when things go wrong? In this episode, Christina Dove answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. The importance of remembering your roots and sharing that through your art. 2. How to involve your community in your business, and make it matter. 3. We are all creative! 4. How to invo…
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Humanitarian Leadership Principles | Dr. Danika Goosney
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Everyone knows empathy is a vital skill to master when it comes to leadership, but what tactics do established leaders use to balance humanity and expectation? What are the 3 H’s to grounding your leadership skills. In this episode, Dr. Danika Goosney answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Using data to advocate for diversity, equi…
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Tell Me About Negotiation | Alexandra Carter
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What makes “tell me” the best way to start a question in a negotiation? When and how should I express my reasons for my ask? In this episode, Alexandra Carter answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. How negotiation is best done with a lot of questions. 2. How to start questions with “tell me”. 3. Why you should avoid asking “why” qu…
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How the Progress Principle Motivates Your Team | Dr. Teresa Amabile
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What makes you excited about your work? How can managers encourage creativity within their teams? In this episode, Dr. Teresa Amabile answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. What is inner work life and how does it affect your creativity and innovation? 2. How positive emotions lead to creativity. 3. What makes small wins so importan…
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Self-Awareness: Seekers, Introspectors, Pleasers and Aware
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In order for us to be effective leaders on the outside, we must be self-aware within. In a recent study of over half a million people, Travis Bradberry narrowed success down to one factor, self-awareness. Awareness is a vital skill to master in which your values, beliefs and behaviors have to be in alignment. Tasha Eurich illustrates the four ways …
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People First Company Culture | Roheel Ahmad
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How can a positive leadership and company culture lead to massive success? How can this culture be spread throughout all offices in a company? In this episode, Roheel Ahmad answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Why Roheel gave his employees a 10% raise, across the board. 2. When your people do well, the business will do well. 3. H…
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Women in Leadership | Lindsay Glassco
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How can we get more women in leadership positions? How can collaboration foster growth in all of us? In this episode, Lindsay Glassco answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. The qualities needed for a leader in the modern world. 2. How collaboration and consultation are an investment in outcomes. 3. How impact will follow a culture …
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Upskilling with a Digital Mindset - Paul Leonardi
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How much do I need to know about technology to be successful in the workplace? How can AI improve human to human communication? In this episode, Paul answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. How you can implement technology to improve communication in your organization. 2. How to see challenges as learning opportunities. 3. How to us…
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When Business is Love: A Sneak Peek into Hästens’ Extraordinary Journey
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Today you’ll meet the visionary, Jan Ryde, a remarkable CEO, whose leadership has catapulted Hästens’ growth by an astounding 50,000%. Yes, you read that right! His unique philosophy explores how love serves as the foundation for Hästens’ entire organization, from its approach to craftsmanship to the way employees interact. We take you behind the s…
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Asking the Right Questions | Tracey Black
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How can you create connections, rather than transactions, at work? What, emotionally, can our jobs offer us? In this episode, Tracey answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. How authenticity is made up of integrity and empathy. 2. How to make real connections with colleagues. 3. How to care for mental health at work. 4. Strategies to…
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How can you energize your team, drive accountability, and foster a positive work environment as a remote leader? How can a leader harness the power of transparency to ignite a sense of ownership and empowerment within their team? In this episode, Shaun Kindopp answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. When to practice the trial by fir…
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Microstresses are small, almost unnoticeable stresses that can build up and keep us from our best selves. So, how can you find your microstressors and remove them? In this episode, Rob Cross answers this question and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Your mind may not register microstress, but your body does. 2. How building a diverse community around yo…
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Feedback has famously been coined “The Breakfast of Champions” by bestselling author Ken Blanchard. Yet, why are so many people willing to sit down and have the meal? What’s the best method for delivering feedback? Why are people often resistant to receiving feedback? In this episode, Craig answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Th…
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Trusting and Applying Information, Statistics, and Data | Anil Arora
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How can we trust and apply the information, statistics, and data we find online? Once we have data we can trust, how do we use it to improve? In this episode, Anil Arora answers these and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. The biggest challenges and opportunities of our day and how we can face them. 2. Why data literacy is vital to existing in (and making…
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Leadership Starts Within | Doug Conant
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How can you be tough-minded with standards and tender-hearted with people? How can you foster openness in the workplace? And how does this build a successful company? In this episode, Doug Conant, NYT bestselling author and former CEO of Campbell Soup Company, answers these questions and so much more. What You’ll Learn: 1. The acronym: BANI, and ho…
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Living Gaslight Free | Dr. Robin Stern
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We hear the word “gaslight” a lot… but what does that mean and what does it look like? How can we avoid being gaslighted? And how can we help others when they’re being manipulated? In this episode, Robin Stern answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. What is (and is not) gaslighting, and how to recognize it. 2. How gaslighting is use…
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You’re Not the Leader You Want to Be…Yet | Heather Tulk
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What’re the three most important skills a leader can possess? How can you prompt your organization to destigmatize failure? How do you embrace your imposter syndrome? In this episode, Heather Tulk answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. 3 traits of every successful leader and how to apply them 2. The scarcest asset all leaders posse…
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Do Good to Lead Well at 50 - 5 Key Lessons From Our First Year of Podcasts
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Surprise! The podcast is one year old. To celebrate, we decided to do something a little different today. In episode 50, Craig posted a sneak peak into his CEO Mastermind forum where Dr. Robert Waldinger spoke about his long running scientific study into human happiness. In this episode, Craig recaps his favorite findings from the past year of inte…
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Personal and Organizational Resilience | Omar Salaymeh
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How can reframing challenges as opportunities help you achieve your goals? How can you develop an organizational culture that will flourish through tough times? In this episode, Omar Salaymeh answers this question and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Learning on the job will teach you skills you didn’t know you needed (or could have) 2. What Omar learne…
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CEO Mastermind on the Key to Happiness | Dr. Robert Waldinger
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What makes for a happy life, a fulfilling life? A good life? In celebration of the podcast’s one year anniversary, I'm very excited to share with you a special CEO Mastermind. In this conversation, Dr. Waldinger summarizes the key results from his extraordinary research. You'll also hear from top CEOs in this private session who ask compelling ques…
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Measuring Social Good and Impact | Tracy Folkes Hanson
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Why should you put social good at the center of your organization? How do you choose the right mentors? In this episode, Tracy Folkes Hanson answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Why you should put social good at the forefront of your career 2. How to measure your social good 3. How to explore you “why” deeper than ever 4. “We hav…
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The Role of Vulnerability in Leadership
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Not surprisingly, when you talk to most leaders, there is a profound reluctance to show vulnerability. Leaders are afraid vulnerability will be perceived as weakness or undermine their confidence. So, what is the role of vulnerability in strong leadership? In this episode, Craig answers this question and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Vulnerability is…
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Have Honest Conversations | Yousry Bissada
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How do you answer hard questions and foster honesty as a company leader? How do you develop and implement meaningful company values? In this episode, Yousry Bissada answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. What Yousry did to save Home Capital 2. Where to start when you have a long list of problems 3. Choosing the right leader for the…
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Mitigate Risk with Multiple Stakeholders | Scott Tessier
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It’s important to be able to assess any situation as a leader, but how do you mitigate risk? What are some exclusions to some of the time tested principles we all adhere by? In this episode, Scott Tessier answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. A framework for open communication between multiple stakeholders 2. What to prioritize in…
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Leading with Values and Purpose | Iggy Domagalski
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Why is the job of an executive the intersection of contradiction? How do the most effective CEOs align their company towards one identity? In this episode, Iggy Domagalski answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. Balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders 2. The benefits of prioritizing your employees happiness 3. How much of your …
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Take the Maniac Pledge - Garry Ridge
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How do you establish a positive work culture? Where does an organization’s values arise from? In this episode, Garry answers these questions and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. The Petri dish analogy of growing culture at your company 2. Addressing toxic behavior from high performers 3. Five lessons from tribal communities 4. Identifying if you’re an a…
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AI, Machine Learning and the Future of Leadership: Insights from the North American Business Summit
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Craig discusses his key learnings from the North American Business Summit that he recently attended. The summit brought together CEOs and business leaders from Canada, the US, and Mexico to discuss pressing issues in North American businesses. First, it is essential to test our assumptions in today's fast-paced world. As things change rapidly, it i…
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Drive Commitment and Accountability within Your Team - Clinton M. Padgett
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When it comes to driving successful projects across the finish line, how can leaders ensure their team is motivated and equipped? In this episode, Clint Padgett answers this question and more. What You’ll Learn: 1. The three steps along the worry curve 2. How to make a plan that creates commitment and accountability 3. The difference between commun…
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