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The Legendary Leaders Podcast

The Legendary Leaders Podcast

著者: Cathleen O'Sullivan – Growth Accelerator for Leaders
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Welcome to the Legendary Leaders podcast series! This podcast aims to inspire thousands and thousands of people to start living their best lives! My podcast guests will be sharing their own personal paths to success, the moments when they may have hit a wall that turned into their biggest breaking point, and we will be sharing some top tips on how to proactively create some exciting changes in your life. These leaders will be talking about how they started their journey, what inspired and drove them, along with the challenges they had to overcome along the way to get to where they are now, having achieved a more content and balanced life. The podcasts will cover an array of topics from the importance of selfcare and mindset, through to bravery and authenticity, and the importance of building communities and support networks. I have interviewed leaders who have all taken varied and interesting paths, from content creators, journalists through to designers, coaches, musicians and actors a business mentors, speakers and many, many more. They all faced tough challenges which served as motivation to live their best lives yet! I hope you enjoy listening to my series of podcasts as much as I have done creating them, and I really hope you take away lots to inspire, encourage and motivate you on your journey to becoming a Legendary Leader.Cathleen O'Sullivan (Merkel) マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 出世 就職活動 経済学
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  • Michael Frantl - Building a Strong Workplace Culture
    2025/07/08

    Get ready for a thoughtful and down-to-earth conversation with our host, Cathleen O’Sullivan and guest is Michael Frantl, Global Lead for Culture, Engagement, and Performance Solutions at Novo Nordisk about what really shapes strong leadership and why culture matters more than ever. With a career that’s taken him across the US, UK, and Scandinavia, Michael shares his real-world experience of building workplace cultures that go beyond posters and buzzwords.

    Together, they talk about leading with trust, creating space for belonging, and the small, everyday actions that bring values to life. Michael also reflects on the role of optimism, why control doesn’t build connection, and how to make culture feel genuine wherever you work. If you’re building a team, leading change, or just trying to show up more intentionally, this episode is for you.

    Episode Timeline:

    00:00 Introduction

    04:36 Life since we last met: moves, parenthood, and big shifts

    06:03 Taking the leap, moving to Denmark and starting fresh

    10:50 Balancing positivity and reality in leadership

    14:09 From rush to reflection: Building quiet moments Into busy days

    19:48 Lessons from the family construction business

    30:58 Listening to understand: what philosophy taught me about dialogue

    39:09 Building workplaces that support people and results

    52:06 The power of focus and consistency in culture work

    01:03:26 Practical steps for organizations tobBring values to life



    Key Takeaways:

    • Culture is about what you do every day: Michael and Cathleen stress that company culture isn’t just about posters or slogans. It’s about how people act and interact every day.

    • Positivity Matters, but keep it real: Michael talks about finding joy in small moments and connecting with others, but also warns against ignoring challenges.

    • Leading with intention and space: Move away from micromanaging to truly supporting people. Listening, clear communication, and giving teams room to grow are key.



    About Michal Frantl:

    Michael is a Global Culture, Engagement, & Performance Solutions Lead at Novo Nordisk, based in Copenhagen Denmark. He is an experienced people and culture professional with a focus on culture building and measurement, leadership development/coaching, and employee engagement who has worked across international offices both in house and as an external consultant.

    Originally from Wisconsin in the US, he has lived in the US, UK, Sweden, Italy, and Denmark and has a Masters degree in Organizational Behaviour from Birkbeck, University of London.

    Connect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfrantl/

    Connect: 


    Find | Cathleen O’Sullivan

    Business: cathleenmerkel.com

    Email: cmc@cathleenmerkelcoaching.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathleen-merkel/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legendary_leaders_cathleenos/

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  • Cathleen O'Sullivan - How Leaders Can Reclaim Space for Strategic Thinking and Reflection
    2025/06/24

    Are you constantly busy? In this solo episode of Legendary Leaders, Cathleen O’Sullivan explores a powerful but often overlooked leadership principle: the importance of creating space. Drawing from her experience coaching leaders worldwide, Cathleen unpacks how stepping away from constant busyness and perfectionism can unlock greater clarity, impact, and presence. She introduces her signature SPACE method, offering practical ways to build in reflection, set boundaries, and lead with intention. A must-listen for anyone looking to lead with more focus, energy, and purpose, at work or at home.

    Episode Timeline:

    00:00 Introduction

    04:13 The Book that changed my view on leadership

    07:31 Introducing the SPACE Method: Leading with clarity and confidence

    10:46 Responding vs. Reacting: The impact of inner space

    15:14 The cost of carrying It all: Leadership and life load

    18:43 What your arrival says about your leadership style

    22:31 Rediscovering your light: What are your values and vision?

    25:50 Where do you need more space?

    Key Takeaways:

    • Cathleen explains that leadership isn’t about doing more, but about creating space to pause and think clearly.

    • She points out how being constantly busy, especially for women leaders, leads to burnout and stresses the need to set boundaries.

    • The SPACE Method: Cathleen’s method helps leaders stop, reflect, address limiting beliefs, and take clear steps to lead with confidence and ease.



    Connect: 


    Find | Cathleen O’Sullivan

    Business: cathleenmerkel.com

    Email: cmc@cathleenmerkelcoaching.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathleen-merkel/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legendary_leaders_cathleenos/

    FOLLOW LEGENDARY LEADERS ON APPLE, SPOTIFY OR WHEREVER YOU LISTEN TO YOUR PODCASTS.

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    29 分
  • Joe Zentmyer - Reinventing Success and Passion-Driven Leadership
    2025/06/10

    What if your biggest career breakthrough came from breaking your own rules about what “success” is supposed to look like? On this episode of Legendary Leaders, Cathleen O’Sullivan sits down with serial entrepreneur Joe Zentmyer for an honest, wide-ranging exploration of pivots, reinvention, and leading with genuine passion.

    With over two decades of experience spanning Fortune 500 sales, food manufacturing, rock climbing gyms, and now a thriving aquarium supply business, Joe’s unconventional story is living proof that authentic curiosity and adaptability trump following “the script.” If you’ve ever held yourself back from a new opportunity because it didn’t fit the usual definition of success, this episode is for you.

    Cathleen and Joe unpack the mindset shifts, resilience, and hard-won lessons that come with building (and sometimes rebuilding) teams and businesses from scratch. From learning the art of self-awareness and dealing with rapid change, to rebuilding after a crisis and keeping the entrepreneurial spark alive, this conversation will inspire you to take bold steps even (or especially) when the path is unconventional.

    Episode Timeline Highlights:

    06:36 From corporate life to becoming a climbing entrepreneur

    13:21 Entrepreneurial life - you need to embrace the unknown

    16:55 Performance problems are often leadership issues, not just HR

    25:18 Climbing gym staff protests

    31:01 Leaders can lack perspective in the midst of a crisis

    33:22 Overcoming work overload: Need to find balance

    40:46 Rediscovering leadership passion, post-Covid lockdowns

    46:26 Passion-driven marketing and staffing

    54:26 Hiring challenges for small businesses

    01:01:40 Entrepreneurs need to embrace long-term optimism

    Key Takeaways:

    • True success in leadership and business is not one-size-fits-all; embracing your own curiosity and passion is the best guide.

    • Building great teams starts with self-awareness, clear expectations, and prioritising attitude over technical skills.

    • Crisis reveals character: resilience, honest communication, and willingness to learn from setbacks will define your leadership.

    • Entrepreneurship isn’t for everyone the risks and rewards are real. Understand your motivations, know your limits, and be willing to reflect and reset.

    • Protect your passion by delegating, innovating, and making time for self-reflection—don’t let the business become all-consuming.



    ABOUT Joe Zentmyer:

    As a serial entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience, Joe builds businesses by developing business managers along with systems that support those managers. He’s very proud of the many young professionals he has mentored during his career. Joe’s diverse business experience from food manufacturing to rock climbing gyms, gives him a unique perspective and ability to creatively assess every opportunity. He loves the process of creating a business and turning a concept into a profitable reality. Before launching Snaggletooth Goby, Joe c-ofounded First Ascent, a Chicago-based climbing and fitness chain. From 2013 to 2022, his partners, investors, and himself grew the business to seven locations in multiple markets. Each location was 20,000 to 50,000 square feet in size. They achieved this rapid growth by partnering with lenders, landlords and key vendors to identify and develop only the best locations.

    Connect with Joe:

    Website: snaggletoothgoby.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-zentmyer/



    Connect: 


    Find | Cathleen O’Sullivan

    Business: cathleenmerkel.com

    Email: cmc@cathleenmerkelcoaching.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathleen-merkel/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legendary_leaders_cathleenos/

    FOLLOW LEGENDARY LEADERS ON APPLE, SPOTIFY OR WHEREVER YOU LISTEN TO YOUR PODCASTS.

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