Archived Episodes
Lessons from the Election for Leaders
In this episode of Leaders Pause, host Hal Runkel dives into the recent U.S. election, exploring the powerful lessons it offers in leadership, messaging, and marketing. Hal discusses the importance of addr...
Flipping the Pyramid: The Power of Servant Leadership
In this episode of The Leader's Pause, Hal Runkel explores the revolutionary concept of servant leadership, where true leaders flip the traditional pyramid and support their teams from the foundation up. D...
Unmasking Passive Aggression
In a world where open aggression dominates headlines, there’s a more insidious force at play—passive aggression. Join host Hal Runkel on "Unmasking Passive Aggression" as he explores the subtle yet dama...
The Leader's Guide to Intentional Living with Hal Runkle
In this episode of The Leader's Pause, host Hal Runkle dives deep into the pivotal life transitions we all face, using personal stories to explore the wisdom we pass on to the next generation. Drawing from...
The Role of Empathy in Effective Leadership
In this episode of The Leader's Pause, Hal Runkel explores a vital 21st-century leadership skill that was once a luxury but has now become a necessity—empathy. Hal breaks down the difference between ...
Me, Myself, and My Amygdala-Dr. Brian Ackerman! Workforce AI Adoption Challenges-Salima Lin!
Dr. Brian Ackerman discusses his book Me, Myself, and My Amygdala: A Mindfulness Guide to Sobriety & Well-Being. Overcome Addiction by understanding the brain. Salima L...
One Thing You Can Do to Get Unstuck Now
In this episode of The Leader's Pause, host Hal Runkel dives into the critical role that movement and questions play in effective leadership. Whether you're leading yourself or others, learning to ask the right que...
Every Human Problem Starts Here
In this bold episode, we look at the one problem that leads to every other problem...and then unveil the solution that fixes almost everything.
The 7 Deadly Sins of Conflict Management
Some of us thrive on it; most of us avoid it like the plague: Conflict. Especially with those closest to you, conflict can be the most uncomfortable part of any relationship. But what if you learned to ha...
The Hidden Blessings of Getting Scammed
All of us like to think of ourselves as wise, discerning, and unsusceptible of being scammed like so many other people. Especially if we consider ourselves a leader. But if all of us think that way, then ...
Leadership is for Grownups
Maturity seems to be in decline these days, and that's deadly for leadership. Taking charge of a mission, any mission, demands vision, patience, emotional regulation, and a willingness to be uncomfortable. Tune in ...
Mindfulness for Leaders
Ever feel like your mind is way too full? Filled with too many distractions, or details about things that matter more to others more than you? Ironically, that's what mindfulness is designed to eliminate. And a cle...
How to Lead Like a Good Parent, and Parent Like a Good Leader
We're not supposed to parent those we lead at work, right? And we're supposed love our kids, not lead them like employees. Right? Well, not so fast. Leading like a good parent doesn't mean babying anyone, because t...
"How Can I Make Better Decisions?"
Ever grow tired of having to make so many choices? Ever waste time poring over a past decision, as if you could redo it? While a few rare leaders relish the chance to decide anything & everything, most of us re...
How Do You Deliver Bad News?
Telling anyone bad news is uncomfortable at best, but learning to do it in a way people can hear it is a great skill for any leader. Whether as a boss, parent, peer, or spouse, you can learn to confront with calm, ...
Can People Change?
Is true life-change possible? Are people destined to be stuck in their ways? This fundamental question lies underneath most of our hopes and dreams and fears, so in this episode let's unearth it, and see if we can'...
Ep. 77 The Secrets of Building a Million-Dollar Empire
Ep. 77 The Secrets of Building a Million-Dollar Empire Learn the Secrets of Building a Million-Dollar Empire so that any lady boss can re...
The Science And Principles Behind Practicing Self-Love
This week's episode of The Heart Leader Podcast is a focused on the super skill that resides within each of us, the ability to love. But as with all things, even love has to be built on a strong foundation to keep ...
Sharing Empathy As A Common Language To Bridge Cultures
When you feel empathy or consider the definition of the term, what does...
How Heart Leaders Build Connected Communities
Have you ever wondered how to start your own community? Are you in a leadership role in a community right now and wondering how to establish heart-centered connections as you expand and grow?
Why and How Heart Leadership Leads to Incredible Results
Our Heart Leader guest this week has been around the world assisting companies turn organizational structures around and witness incredible results
Building Effective Communication In Relationships
This week Amber and Austin continue their discussion around relationships, utilizing this month's topic of communication to share from a very real and authentic space within their own bond. T...
Why Self-Alignment Is Key For Connection
Do you desire to create deep, meaningful connections but somehow struggle in the process? It's not always easy to let go of the fear of being hurt and risk bei...
Creativity As A Catalyst For Change
How can creativity be a catalyst for change in your everyday life? This is the very thing that Amber and guest Linda Levitt will discuss in this week's episode. With more tha...