Everyday Mba

Mike Schiller discusses ways to conquer anxiety and Impostor Syndrome in the workplace. Mike's book, "High Impact at Low Decibels,” explores strategies for managing anxiety, conquering imposter syndrome, and leveraging our natural tendencies to unlock new opportunities. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Ken Wilcox discusses his book “The China Business Conundrum” and the complexities of doing business in China. Ken is the former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank where he served as CEO of the bank's joint venture with in China for four years. He’s also an adjunct professor at UC Berkeley. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Edward Beltran talks about his book “Fierce Resilience: Combatting Workplace Stress One Conversation at a Time,” where he introduces science-backed strategies to reduce workplace stress and build team resilience through effective communication. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Former Olympic coach Pete Steinberg discusses his book “Leadership Shock,” and how leaders can navigate the complex challenges of modern leadership. Pete coached the USA Women’s Rugby Team at two World Cups and the Rio Olympics, and led Penn State and Temple rugby teams to 11 national championships. Now he is known as a leadership and innovation expert and business consultant. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Mark Fava discusses his book “Lessons from the Admiral” where he draws from his experiences as an aide to a Navy admiral and his career as Fortune 100 aviation lawyer to provide us with actionable insights on leadership, preparation, and adaptability.  Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Did you know that we go through 32 million trees per year for coffee cups? And most of those don't get recycled. Ralph Bianculli, founder of Emerald Ecovations discusses environmental stewardship, the business of being environmentally focused, and ways we can make sustainable choices for a healthier planet...in our lives and in our business. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Duncan Wardle, former Head of Innovation at Disney, talks about his book, “The Imagination Emporium,” and ways that he has helped Disney, Apple, Coca-Cola, and the NBA unlock their creative potential. The book is a hands-on, interactive approach to innovation with some challenging perspectives and advice. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Evangelos Simoudis discusses how AI and software-defined vehicles will revolutionize the automotive industry. Evangelos is the author of “The Flagship Experience," and a leading expert in artificial intelligence, new mobility, and corporate innovation. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Joe Fuller discusses his new research “Hidden Workers: The Case for Caregivers.” Joe is a Harvard Business School professor and co-host of the podcast Managing the Future of Work. With roughly 100 million Americans in "the sandwich generation" functioning as a caregiver, issues like affordable childcare, paid leave and eldercare are on the minds of many Americans, especially ahead of the 2024 U.S. presidential election. The report argues that by improving hiring practices, employers can tap into the deep talent pool of caregivers who are eager to get back into the workforce. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management  Get Joe's Harvard research here https://www.hbs.edu/managing-the-future-of-work/Documents/research/Hidden%20Workers%20The%20Case%20for%20Caregivers%20100324.pdf  

Alexis Baker discusses the business of being a music therapist. Alexis is an entrepreneur and digital creator and the owner of Bridgetown Music Therapy where she specializes in providing therapeutic music services with a special focus on seniors. Listen as she describes how she has adapted her practice to meet the evolving needs of her clients, including a successful transition to virtual sessions during the pandemic. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Greg Stewart discusses his book I³ Emotional Techniques and ways leaders can improve their emotional intelligence and be a more impactful leader. Greg is the founder of Becoming More, a leadership coaching and consulting firm that specializes in helping leaders and teams achieve growth. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Jamie Woolf discusses ways to foster innovation, creativity, and resilience within organizations. Jamie was the first Director of Culture at Pixar Animation Studios and is now the founder of Creativity Partners. Listen as she explores her impactful work with organizations like Google, Dreamworks, and Pixar Animation and embrace innovation as a catalyst for personal and organizational transformation. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management   

Kian Gohar discusses new research into human-AI collaboration. Listen as we explore ways to use AI to improve human creativity and decision-making. Kian is founder and CEO of Geolab and a member of the board of directors for the transformational leadership council. He is former executive director of the XPRIZE Foundation and Singularity University and you’ve seen his work in places like CNBC, NPR and Axios. He is a graduate of Northwestern University, the London School of Economics, and Harvard Business School. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Blake Harris discusses offshore trusts and legal strategies for high-net-worth individuals. Blake is the founder of Blake Harris Law and has been recognized as a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers Magazine. You’ve seen his work featured in publications like Forbes. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

  Paul Fayad discusses his book “Shaping a Winning Team” and techniques to assess and hire the people you need to succeed. Paul is the co-founder of Positive Leader and ELM Learning and a seasoned consultant that has advised corporations, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities on leadership and team dynamics. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest This episode is supported by the Naveen Jindal School of Management 

Jim Sebenius discusses the art of negotiation. Jim is a Harvard Business School professor, negotiation expert, and host of the new podcast Dealcraft: Insights from Great Negotiators. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest

Inez Robinson Odom discusses her book, co-authored with Chris Lewis, “The Silent Rebellion” and ways to become a modern leader. It explores how leaders can address the failures exposed by the pandemic and lead success in a post-pandemic world. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest

Adam Pisk discusses strategic outsourcing. Adam is the Co-Founder of BruntWork, a remote-only outsourcing company that helps businesses reduce operational costs and improve performance through strategic outsourcing.  Listen as we explore the factors to consider with strategic outsourcing and some strategies to make the most of outsourcing for your business. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest

Ashley Goodall discusses his book “The Problem with Change” and ways to leverage the essential nature of human performance. Ashley has spent his career exploring large organizations from the inside, most recently as an executive at Cisco. And prior to that he spent fourteen years at Deloitte as their Chief Learning Officer. He was on the show with us back in 2019 when we talked about his book “Nine Lies About Work” which was named one of the best management books of 2019. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest

Justin Bookey discusses his book “Ping Pong Leadership: 18 Principles to Succeed at Any Table in Business, Sports, and Life.” Justin is an Emmy-nominated content creator and marketing strategist that has worked with global companies like Honda and Disney. But he is also a competitive table tennis player. Listen as we explore insights into leadership by drawing parallels between the strategic world of ping pong and effective leadership practices. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://Everyday-MBA.com/guest