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Ronin Leadership

By Mike Howard

Strategy, Execution, Sustained Success

The Art of Rōnin Leadership is about the path you take to become a leader—an entirely different way of thinking than merely fixing what is not working or doing better at what has always been done.
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Staying Ahead; Redefining Hospitality Leadership

Ronin Leadership May 12, 2023

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Staying Ahead; Redefining Hospitality Leadership

Staying Ahead; Redefining Hospitality Leadership

When an organization wants to achieve its goals, it needs a vision. Effective leadership starts with recognizing and outlining those goals and inspiring others to follow. Leaders paint a picture of how that vision will affect the company as a whole, as well as each individual. A leader's ability to articulate that vision into a mission statement corresponds to actively implementing goals and the company's bottom-line success.


I had the pleasure to interview Gordon Prouty, Vice President of Public Relations and Community Affairs at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. In this role, he oversees media relations, publicity, and community and government outreach for this resort casino.


Originally from Syracuse, New York, Prouty has held senior-level media executive positions in Philadelphia, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle before coming to Southern Nevada to join the Greenspun Media Group as their group publisher in 2015. He joined Westgate Las Vegas as Director of Public Relations and Community Affairs in 2018 and got promoted to his current role in 2019. Prouty has also been an adjunct instructor at Syracuse University's prestigious S. I. Newhouse School of Public Communications.


Gordon was named MyVegas Magazine 2021 "Man of the Year" and one of the 2022 Top 50 Business Leaders in Las Vegas by Real Vegas Magazine. He has served as a United Way of Southern Nevada and Las Vegas Business Academy board member. He also serves on the Nevada Donor Network and Cultural Diversity Foundation boards. He is also a member of the Vegas Chamber's President Club, the American Cancer Society's CEOs Against Cancer, and the Tech Impact Advisory Board.

He is active in the community, volunteering for several local organizations through the Westgate Las Vegas CareForce.


He donates his time to emcee several nonprofit events, including the NV Donor Network Inspire Gala and the Technology and Diversity For Charity Gala. Gordon is the Ambassador Champion for this year's American Cancer Society "Real Men Wear Pink" campaign and the Corporate Walk Chair for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Light The Night Walk.



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May 12, 202337:41
Security Leadership and Crisis Management

Security Leadership and Crisis Management

Today guest, I had the pleasure of interviewing David Nicastro, CFE and CPP, a seasoned security professional with more than 40 years of experience specializing in physical security risk and vulnerability assessments. Dave is a published author and has appeared as an expert commentator on network news programs. He is an expert in Chemical and Petrochemical security operations management. As the President of Secure Source International LLC, Dave is focused on creating value for clients by consistently providing high-quality security services worldwide.


Following a distinguished career that took the former Marine Security Guard and member of the U.S. Secret Service from his post outside the U.S. Embassy in Beirut to the White House and, ultimately, into the highest echelons of corporate America, today, Dave is recognized throughout the security industry for his expertise in security risk mitigation and management. After government service, Dave joined an international security firm based in Washington, D.C., where he conducted vulnerability security assessments at Brown University, Ford Motors World Headquarters, Venevision, and many other vital facilities in the Americas and the Middle East.


Talk about over-achievement; let's dive in and talk about security and crisis management.

Apr 07, 202350:51
Security Unlocked; What does it take to be a CSO

Security Unlocked; What does it take to be a CSO

Today guest, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dave Komendat, a retired vice president and chief security officer for The Boeing Company, a role he held for 14 years of his 36 years within the security profession. Komendat was responsible for the company's global security and fire protection policy and procedures, site security, executive protection, supply chain and aviation security, structural and aircraft fire protection, government and proprietary information security, classified cyber security, strategic intelligence, international security, business continuity, and disaster preparedness, Global Security Operations Center, and security background investigations.

Komendat was also the lead Boeing interface for national and international security policy engagement with numerous government and industry advisory groups.

He represented Boeing as a past co-chairman and current board member on the Domestic Security Alliance Council, past President of The International Security Management Association, and a member of the Threats and Information Committee for the Overseas Security Advisory Council.


Talk about over-achievement; let's dive in and talk about what it takes to be a CSO.

Mar 23, 202301:14:46
Why You Should Visit the Mob Museum in Las Vegas

Why You Should Visit the Mob Museum in Las Vegas

I had the pleasure of interviewing Jonathan Ullman, President & CEO of The Mob Museum.

The Mob Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit in downtown Las Vegas, aiming to advance the public understanding of organized crime's history and impact on society. Reporting to a 21-member Board of Directors, Jonathan is responsible for leading the organization that has been named both a "Top Workplace" and "Best Museum" by the Las Vegas Review-Journal and ranked #20 on TripAdvisor's list of top museums in the United States.


Jonathan has spent over 20 years in various management and leadership roles within the nonprofit industry. Jonathan's museum career began at Liberty Science Center, New Jersey's most visited museum. He was intimately involved in the strategic planning and operationalizing of the facility following a $109 million capital expansion. Over the years, Jonathan served in numerous capacities with responsibilities including intensive staff management, program oversight, and external relations. Immediately prior to joining The Mob Museum, Jonathan was the president and COO at the National Soccer Hall of Fame, where he led the dramatic transformation of the organization's operating model.

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Mar 14, 202350:15
How To Manage Your Time And Productivity As A Leader

How To Manage Your Time And Productivity As A Leader

Often, managing your time as a workplace leader means getting organized. A typical day as a workplace leader may start with 30-minute or one-hour blocks of meetings and conference calls. At other times, you will have to learn to say ‘no’ if employees want four hours to dive into the plans for an office party or reorganize teams for a creative project. At the end of the day, any of these strategies make it possible for you to manage your most precious commodity: time.   Leaders must make tough decisions when it comes to protecting, investing, saving, spending, and planning their time. However, this cannot be easy at times, and the key to success as a workplace leader is to communicate early with your co-workers. Once you learn to communicate and maintain time management measures, you will achieve freedom from deadline pressure and workplace stress in general.   Let's dive in.

Feb 22, 202320:60
Letting People Go; Your Most IMPORTANT Leadership Decision.

Letting People Go; Your Most IMPORTANT Leadership Decision.

There is a lot of literature about the importance of hiring the right people for your organization, but I have noticed there is less conversation about letting people go. It is unfortunate because the most important decision we make as leaders is not when to hire someone but rather when to fire someone. 

A leader's role is to protect the organization's viability and culture, which means sometimes letting people go who don't fit in.   

Let's dive in and discuss one of the most complex decisions that a leader might face.    

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Feb 01, 202329:32
Failure Is not an option

Failure Is not an option

What does it mean when certain people say failure is not an option? What does it mean to fail? The people who truly understand this statement don’t believe they won’t fail or can’t happen. In fact, not only do they fully realize that failure is very much an option, they understand it’s inevitable. 

That idea conveys that you should not stop at the first encounter of hardship. Failure is not an option because it’s not a stopping point. Instead, failure is a point which you can continue from and, more importantly, a place that can speed up the learning process on your path to success.  Let's dive in and discuss it further.


Jan 20, 202327:05
Crisis and Change: Why LEADERS Make the Shift From Goals To Growth

Crisis and Change: Why LEADERS Make the Shift From Goals To Growth

The business environment is constantly changing. To excel, every leader needs to make strategic shifts to promote changes that positively enhance personal and organizational growth. The end result is a high-functioning team and nailing your most important  business goals. Shifting from Goals to Growth and Execution is what great leaders know how to do effectively. David McGowan is Vice President-Corporate Security Executive and Head of National Security Services at Kaiser Permanente, one of America's leading healthcare providers and not-for-profit health plans, with annual operating revenue of almost $89 billion.Goals are aspirational. But without business execution, there is no personal or business growth. Want to enhance your organization's leadership culture? Learn more as we dive in with our guest, David McGowan, a well respected global security leader.Prior to joining Kaiser Permanente in 2020, David was Vice President-Global Protection Services for Tiffany & Co for over 24 years. And prior to his work at Tiffany & Co, David was Director of Loss Prevention and Safety for the Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation. Currently, David is the Chair of the Board of Directors for The Global Center on Cooperative Security, a nonprofit organization focused on a more just and secure future by advancing inclusive, human rights-based policies, partnerships, and practices that address root causes of violent extremism and radicalization. David had also been a Board Director  and President of the International Security Management Association (ISMA) – the world's leading association for Chief Security Officers.
Jan 06, 202355:42
Leadership Skills Every Cybersecurity Professional Must Have

Leadership Skills Every Cybersecurity Professional Must Have

Every organization needs good leaders, especially when things get tough. So, it’s essential to keep developing your leadership skills and grooming the next generation of leaders.

Leaders are not born. They are forged through deep experience and have two overriding characteristics: They are consistently self-aware and always seek to improve their skills in leading people.

For technologists seeking to become better leaders or non-technologists seeking to lead better in cybersecurity (or a related technical field), let’s dive in and talk about the leadership skills every cybersecurity professional must have

with Stefanie Drysdale, CCAP Cyber, Vice President.

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Dec 19, 202242:07
Essential qualities that define great leadership

Essential qualities that define great leadership

A good leader should have integrity, self-awareness, courage, respect, empathy, and gratitude. They should learn agility and flex their influence while communicating and delegating effectively. See how these key leadership qualities can be learned and improved at all levels of your organization.  


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Nov 30, 202227:27
Leaders Are Readers

Leaders Are Readers

It was Harry S. Truman who said, “Not All Readers Are Leaders, But All Leaders Are Readers.” Top business leaders often quote President Truman’s philosophy as one of their keys to success.   

Reading will open new opportunities for professional success. It’s the best and most efficient way to acquire and assimilate information. Reading can improve intelligence, increase vocabulary, increase communication skills, and improve a leader’s ability to work with and understand others. 

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Oct 26, 202256:18
Speak With Impact; Key Tips For Success

Speak With Impact; Key Tips For Success

Whether you are addressing a small group or behind a podium in front of hundreds, public speaking can be unnerving and downright frightening to some while seemingly innocuous.  For most people, public speaking does not come naturally. Good speakers are made, not born. Even those who seem to be naturally gifted speakers follow these simple rules of thumb: Prepare, Practice, and Personalize. 

People listen when you know what to say and how to say it. Find your powerful voice, and step into leadership. Speak with Impact.  

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Oct 12, 202230:03
How to Develop an Attitude of Excellence

How to Develop an Attitude of Excellence

It all comes down to your attitude and mindset to pursue excellence. When you make the conscious choice to develop an attitude of excellence, you will achieve more, enjoy more, have better relationships, take better care of yourself physically and mentally, and vastly improve the quality of your day-to-day life.

Sep 29, 202220:54
Saving Face; How to Preserve Dignity and Build Trust

Saving Face; How to Preserve Dignity and Build Trust

According to global leadership coach and best-selling author Maya Hu-Chan, the concept of "saving face" can help any leader preserve the dignity of those they work with, with those who work for them, and for those they work for! Maya Hu-Chan examines saving face as a global concept that enables a leader to connect with people, break down barriers, and build trust/long-term relationships.Maya Hu-Chan’s book is called “SAVING FACE: How to Preserve Dignity and Build Trust.” Maya is the founder and president of Global Leadership Associates. She is a dynamic speaker, executive coach and popular author. An expert in cross cultural management and global leadership, Maya was ranked World’s Top 8 Global Solutions Thinkers by Thinkers50, Top 30 Leadership Gurus, and Top 100 Thought Leaders in Management & Leadership. She empowers leaders to work effectively across cultures and lead diverse teams.Let’s dive in and discuss “how to consider different perspectives, to think first and speak last, and to respect others above all else.”

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Sep 21, 202254:42
The Power of Strategic Integration

The Power of Strategic Integration

Countless dollars and hours are invested annually in building and revising strategic plans. Some get placed on a bookshelf only to gather dust until it’s time to plan again. Others get started, but far too many projects fail to be fully implemented.  

Effective leaders understand that it requires more than building a plan. Structure and systems also play a considerable role and often dictate success. 

Strategic Integration challenges leaders to think beyond strategic planning and focus on essential elements for successfully implementing strategy.  

Today's guest is Adriana Girdler, President and Chief Efficiency Officer of  CornerStone Dynamics. She is one of Canada’s foremost business productivity specialists. Adriana is a Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt with over 20 years of experience in productivity and process improvement launched her company CornerStone Dynamics in 2008.  Adriana has worked in various industries, leading companies to improve what they do, how they do it, and their bottom line.  Adriana holds PMP (Project Management Professional) and CET (Certified Engineering. Technologist) designations. 

Adriana is an entrepreneur, professional speaker, workshop leader, and author of “Efficiency Matters,” the SparkShift book series, and The Visual Vision Statement Workbook. Adriana also created the Slay Project Management Five-Hour Online Course, which teaches you the practical side of project management.   She is a TEDx speaker and contributor to the Huffington Post to Thrive Global. 

Adriana has her own YouTube channel and has appeared on CBS, CBC, CTV, CHCH, Global, 680News Radio, Newstalk 1010, Sirius XM, and The Globe and Mail. Adriana is passionate about improvement and efficiency in both people and organizations.   

Let’s dive in and talk about process management, strategy, and its importance on leadership.    

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where to find Adriana Girdler  

YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/AdrianaGirdler -Tips on accelerating your professional career & slay your project  

Website- www.CornerStoneDynamics.com – Productivity & Project Management Consulting 

TEDx talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5Z3goIox14 

SLAY Project Management On-Line Course: https://adrianagirdler.thinkific.com/courses/slaypm 

Social Media Links:   Twitter: AdrianaGirdler  LinkedIn: AdrianaGirdler  Instagram: theadrianagirdler

Sep 05, 202254:43
Cleaning Up Your Communication Dilemmas

Cleaning Up Your Communication Dilemmas

It is essential to acknowledge that some people need different approaches to take in each message and understand what is being said, which may be very different from the way we need to be approached. We cannot control what others think or feel, but we can control how we approach a situation.  

Let's dive into it in this episode. 

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Aug 02, 202231:25
The Field is Right

The Field is Right

Leadership is the accomplishment of a goal through the direction of human assistants. The man who successfully marshals his human collaborators to achieve particular ends is a leader. A great leader is one who can do so day after day, and year after year, in a wide variety of circumstances.

Let's dive into it in this episode. 


Jul 27, 202230:25
The Leadership Mindset of Continuous Improvement
Jul 18, 202237:56
The Leadership DNA

The Leadership DNA

Bonnie Michelman has over 30 years of corporate security leadership. She is the Executive Director of Police, Security, and Outside Services at Massachusetts General Hospital and the Security Consultant for Partners Healthcare Inc. Bonnie is also the Past President of the International Security Management Association (ISMA), ASIS-International.  She has also been an advocate for increasing diversity within the security industry, as well as a prominent security thought leader, and has spoken at a variety of industry conferences and events.   

Let's dive in as we talk about the leadership DNA.  


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Jun 17, 202237:53
Black Ops: The Life of a CIA shadow warrior.

Black Ops: The Life of a CIA shadow warrior.

Our guest is a legendary CIA paramilitary and operations officer Enrique “Ric” Prado.  

Ric arrived in the United States as a refugee from Cuba. His parents sent him to the US to escape Castro’s Cuba.  Ric dedicated himself in service to his county in many capacities starting off as a member of the US Air Force’s elite Para Rescue unit (PJ’s).  After his tour with the PJ’s, Ric began a successful 24-year career in the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). 

During his tenure at the CIA, Ric was involved in many operations, including counter-terrorism, and other dangerous special missions around the world.  Ric ended his CIA career as a highly decorated senior leader in the Agency (Senior Intelligence Service)  Let us dive in and talk about the leadership DNA of a CIA officer.  

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Jun 02, 202255:18
The Importance for Leaders to READ
May 18, 202236:26
How to let go of anxiety and worry

How to let go of anxiety and worry

The hardest part of anxiety is learning to let go. Letting go is difficult, even if consciously we understand that our hurt and fears are a heavy burden to carry. 

The Future Can Be Scary, But You're Not Alone, Join me in this episode as we talk about how to let go of anxiety and worry. 

Let's talk.


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Apr 27, 202238:41
Public Speaking: How to Speak on Any Topic.

Public Speaking: How to Speak on Any Topic.

Tips for Mastering the Art of Public Speaking: It allows us to form connections, influence decisions, and motivate change. Without communication skills, the ability to progress in the working world and in life, itself, would be nearly impossible. Public speaking is one of the most important and most dreaded forms of communication.


Apr 13, 202241:00
Leadership in Crisis Situations and Lessons Learned

Leadership in Crisis Situations and Lessons Learned

During a leadership crisis, the role of a leader shifts, and those that are truly great prioritize and respond to the needs of the people that follow them. If they get it right, they — and their people — will emerge stronger and more resilient than ever.

In today’s episode, we have a special guest Former Chief of Police Carmen Best, The first African American woman to hold the top policing job in Seattle, Washington. Carmen served in the Seattle Police Department for twenty-eight years.

Carmen Best speaks on diversity, inclusion, and leadership lessons learned guiding a police department during times of crisis.

Join us as we discuss our thoughts on the Leadership  crisis situations and lessons learned.





Mar 25, 202243:07
Discourse and Emotional Intelligence
Mar 08, 202235:01
The Daily Stoic; Minimizing Pain, Maximizing Joy

The Daily Stoic; Minimizing Pain, Maximizing Joy

Life is often filled with hardship and tragedies. For those of us who live our lives in the real world, there is one branch of philosophy created just for us: STOICISM.

It is a philosophy designed to make us more resilient, happier, more virtuous, and wiser–and as a result, better people, better parents, and better professionals.

In today's episode, we talk about what is Stoicism? Who were the Stoics? How can you be a Stoic? We answer all your questions and more on this episode.


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Feb 23, 202229:20
A Valentine's Day Special: The Past and The Future; Relationship Advice
Feb 14, 202201:19:13
The Key to Generational Leadership

The Key to Generational Leadership

Episode 16

The business market is currently very diverse because it has a representation of employees across four generations.

Each generation has its own expectations, habits, motivation, attitudes, and behavior patterns.

Generational leadership is a topic of ongoing discussion among organizational leaders. Generational leadership can help overcome the negative outcomes arising from generational differences by utilizing the strength of each generation.

In today’s episode, we talked about The Key to Generational Leadership, our guest Natalie Alvarez is the Director at Alder, an exclusive membership organization, where she connects powerful leaders to big ideas.

She works with their members with current issues of our time such as economic opportunity, education, and global security issues. These issues create a massive opportunity for future generations.



Feb 11, 202240:60
Leading Through Change.

Leading Through Change.

Episode 15 


Considering the resistance to change and the uncertain times in which we lead, it is essential that we understand the factors critical to change so we can use them to our advantage in both business strategy and leading our teams effectively.


In today’s podcast episode, we talk to Cynthia Hetherington - MLS, MSM, CFE, CII. Cynthia and her team are leaders in the field of conducting complex global Investigations and due diligence. Cynthia is the founder and president of Hetherington Group, a consulting, publishing, and training firm that leads in due diligence, corporate intelligence, and cyber investigations by keeping pace with the latest security threats and assessments. 


Cynthia talks about how she maneuvers within the world of investigations and motivates her team while adapting to change during uncertain times such as we are experiencing with the pandemic. 


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Jan 26, 202233:12
Why We Need More Women Working For The Law Enforcement

Why We Need More Women Working For The Law Enforcement

Whether you’ve always wanted to work in law enforcement or you’re considering it for the first time, learn about the impact of women in policing, understand the positive outcomes of increased diversity, and take away expert advice on getting started.

In this episode, we have a special guest, Deputy Chief Sasha Larkin of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

Larkin is known for implementing community-focused policing,

She studied biological anthropology in college — with a focus on odontology, or the study of dead people’s teeth said she’s been interested in anthropology for most of her life.

For more than two decades into her career, she’s garnered a reputation for bringing people together and strengthening communities.

She has also used her position as a platform to inspire other women to become more involved in law enforcement and be their most authentic selves. 

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Jan 17, 202236:12
Live in the MOMENT

Live in the MOMENT

The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, worry about the future, or anticipate troubles, but to live in the present moment wisely and earnestly. 

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Jan 10, 202230:04
Resilience: Reframing the Narrative
Jan 03, 202229:04
How Millennials are CHANGING the face of LEADERSHIP.
Dec 20, 202101:18:12
The POWER of a Grateful Heart.
Dec 13, 202129:12
The shift in LEADERSHIP; How to keep your BUSINESS in sync with the CHANGING WORLD

The shift in LEADERSHIP; How to keep your BUSINESS in sync with the CHANGING WORLD

The leader is responsible for the way change affects their team, so they need to adapt their leadership style to suit the situation or a change in their regular working environment. To successfully carry your team through a period of change or through a changing environment, you need to work on your leadership skills and understand how to change your leadership style to suit the changes around you.  

We have Jonathan Westover to discuss, how to keep your business in sync with the changing world.   

Jonathan H. Westover, Ph.D. is an award-winning US-based Amazon.com #1 Best Selling Author, ranked # 1 HR, Innovation, and Future of Work Global Thought Leader & Influencer (Thinkers360), ranked in the Top 30 in Management and Organizational Culture (Global Gurus), entrepreneur, management consultant, teacher, and research academic based in Orem, Utah. He serves on a host of nonprofit, community, and association boards and committees and has received numerous awards for his teaching, research, and service to the community.   

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Dec 07, 202122:17
Radical Leadership; LEADING through VALUES.

Radical Leadership; LEADING through VALUES.

n business, values are two-fold. You have the values that define an organization. Values at this level serve to show the spectrum of stakeholders - both internal and external - what the organization is about. They also tend to influence the culture and climate of the workplace. You then have the values that define you as an individual. Values on this level underpin and guide our decision-making and behaviors. We’re content and without conflict - both internally and externally - when we stick close to our own and our organization’s values. We are also able to lead with greater clarity around who we are and what vision we’re working towards when we lead with our values.  In today's episode, we welcome our guest Ron Worman, Ron spent 30 years designing, managing, and executing highly successful business models for start-ups as well as Fortune 1000 companies, Worman, founded The Sage Group® in 2002. he also led the development of ‘The Path to ValueTM, the Sage methodology for helping business owners and their executive team design and execute a highly predictable strategic value plan while driving competitive advantage.

Ron Worman has emerged as a thought leader in strategic value positioning for companies and markets. He has developed worldwide corporate strategies, as well as highly focused regional market strategies.


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Nov 29, 202144:13
How to use your Deference to make a Difference; A Leadership Development.
Nov 22, 202149:41
How to Deal with CRITICISM like a PRO
Nov 15, 202132:12
Adapting to Change; A Leadership Journey
Nov 08, 202155:48
Must-Ask Questions to Supercharge your Leadership
Oct 18, 202101:00:49
The Importance of Effective Meetings
Oct 08, 202135:20
The Importance of Downtime for Leaders

The Importance of Downtime for Leaders

A leader’s best thinking and learning occur in that space in-between when all is still.  It’s known as the creative pause, and it refers to the increasingly rare downtime that leaders have to rest and quietly reflect.

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Sep 24, 202128:19
Who is Mike Howard and What is Ronin Leadership?

Who is Mike Howard and What is Ronin Leadership?

Hello My Name is Mike Howard join the Ronin Tribe on our very first episode of Ronin Leadership we will introduce you to what Leadership really is and give you a taste of what's to come.

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Sep 14, 202135:07