In this week's episode, host Mike Horne sits down with returning guest Marilee Adams to explore how the quality of questions leaders ask can transform thinking, relationships, and organizational culture. The discussion delves into practical insights from her book Change Your Questions, Change Your Life, revealing the mental models, mindsets, and strategies leaders need for greater influence and innovation.

Key Points:

• The power of questions can significantly impact leadership and decision-making.

• Marilee Adams explains the difference between Judger and Learner mindsets, highlighting their effects on leadership.

• Curiosity and inquiry can foster trust, psychological safety, and innovation within organizations.

• Practical tools like the choice map are introduced to help develop questioning skills effectively.

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In this episode, host Mike Horne talks with sales leader and leadership coach John Donnelly about the true drivers of performance in organizations. They explore how mindset, grit, clear vision, and intentional leadership foster execution and resilience through market shifts and personal challenges—culminating in actionable tips for immediate impact.

Key Points:

• Mindset and grit play crucial roles in achieving successful performance, especially in disruptive industries like mortgage lending.

• Pressure reveals and tests organizational systems and culture.

• Intentional one-on-one meetings and personalized engagement are powerful tools.

• Understanding team members' love languages and what motivates them is significant.

• John's journey to climbing Kilimanjaro symbolizes goal-setting, training, and disciplined effort.

Links:

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Learn More about John Donnelly: https://johndonnelly.com/

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In this week's episode, host Mike Horne sits down with Founder & CEO of Miller Advisory Partners, Jason Miller, to explore how organizational success hinges not on strategy alone, but on effective execution. Jason shares practical insights, system designs, and leadership behaviors that drive consistent performance and sustainable results.

Key Points:

• Many organizations mistakenly believe they have a strategy problem when, in fact, they face challenges with execution.

• Execution drift, decision friction, and accountability variability are significant barriers to achieving optimal performance.

• The "execution gap" is a critical concept that highlights the financial impact of poor execution on businesses.

• Changing and reinforcing leadership behavior is essential for achieving desired results.

• Small, continuous "one-degree redirects" are crucial for maintaining long-term alignment within an organization.

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Learn More about Jason Miller: linkedin.com/in/jrmiller21

In this week's episode, host Mike Horne explores how leaders can thrive amidst rapid change, ambiguity, and emotional turbulence. He emphasizes the importance of "calm authority"—a leadership style grounded in judgment, steadiness, and humanity—to create environments where people can perform their best despite uncertainty.

Key Points:

• Leadership is shifting from a focus on activity to a focus on judgment and environmental influence.

• Traditional leadership qualities can fall short in modern complexity.

• "Calm Authority" offers a disciplined and intentional approach to leadership.

• Leaders' emotional states influence the organizational climate.

• Leaders must create clarity even when the future is uncertain.

• Trust and effective conditions help teams perform at their best.

• The environment shapes both leadership behavior and organizational culture.

• Judgment, discernment, humility, and curiosity are qualities that cannot be outsourced.

Links:

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Key Points:

• People are the dividend that keeps paying off, as investing in people leads to greater organizational success.

• Purpose-driven leadership is essential in 2026 as employees increasingly demand leaders who create meaning and inspire action.

• Leadership development focuses on self-awareness and emotional agility.

• Ensuring psychological safety is crucial in creating belonging, which in turn enhances innovation and collaboration.

Links:

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This week, we're revisiting Episode 91: From Struggle to Strength: Lessons in Leadership with leadership development expert Therese Miclot. Host Mike Horne sat down with Therese to uncover what it really takes to lead with authenticity in today's fast-changing world.

Their discussions on how today's most effective leaders navigate self-doubt, embrace empathy, and develop the emotional intelligence needed to guide teams through uncertainty and change is still pertinent. From overcoming imposter syndrome to mastering facilitation skills, this episode is packed with practical leadership insights you can apply right away.

Whether you're an executive, team leader, or aspiring manager, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone serious about authentic leadership, resilience, and growth-focused communication.

Key Takeaways:

• Leadership is about people, not power or process.

• Empathy and clarity are critical for building trust and driving performance.

• Great leaders ask better questions and stay curious.

• Facilitation skills help leaders support teams through complex change.

• Managing your inner voice is step one to leading others effectively.

Links:

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Learn More about Therese Miclot https://www.theresemiclot.com/

In this week's episode of The People Dividend podcast, we're revisiting Episode 93: Lessons from the Congo Basin: Transforming Leadership with Maria Brinck. Leadership is often discussed in terms of tools and techniques, but this conversation reminds us that perspective matters just as much. Maria shares lessons from her work and travels that challenge conventional leadership thinking, exploring the power of a strengths-based approach, authentic engagement, and the wisdom found in indigenous leadership traditions. It's a timely reminder that great leadership starts with self-awareness and creating environments where people and ideas can thrive.

Key Points:

• Leadership must shift from traditional models to human-centered approaches to meet modern challenges.

• Indigenous leadership principles offer valuable lessons for inspiring and guiding modern organizations.

• Understanding your core values, purpose, and strengths is essential for effective leadership.

• Fostering diversity of thought is crucial for enhancing innovation and improving decision-making.

• Balancing feminine and masculine energies can lead to more effective leadership.

• Leading with authenticity and purpose is a journey that can start today.

Links:

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Learn More about Maria Brinck https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariabrinck/ https://www.mariabrinck.com/

In this week's episode, we're revisiting Episode 86: Feeling Unfulfilled at Work? Here's What to Do with career coach Michelle Schafer.
This conversation remains as relevant as ever. We often think fulfillment is a personal issue, but it is also shaped by the organizations we work in. Leadership, culture, growth opportunities, and purpose all play a role in how fulfilled we feel at work.
Whether you're considering a career change, exploring new opportunities, or redefining success on your own terms, Michelle shares practical insights to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Key Takeaways:
- Organizational culture plays a pivotal role in shaping individual fulfillment and overall job satisfaction.
- Employee disconnection impacts team productivity and has broader implications for company performance.
- Understanding the 'why' behind work is essential for both employees and employers in achieving meaningful outcomes.
- Personal fulfillment is a powerful driver of engagement and retention, contributing to a thriving workplace environment.
- The organizational consequences of employee disengagement highlight the importance of addressing these challenges proactively.

Links:

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Learn More about Michelle Schafer:

https://mschafercoaching.ca/cultivatingcareergrowth/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleschafercoaching/