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The Intentional Leaders Podcast: Helping ambitious leaders gain clarity, communicate with confidence, and lead with intention.
Helping ambitious leaders gain clarity, communicate with confidence, and lead with intention.
Leadership isn’t about titles, authority, or having all the answers—it’s about being intentional.
If you’re ready to move from managing tasks to empowering people, you’re in the right place.
Each week, host Cyndi Wentland, founder of Intentionaleaders, shares actionable tools, real-world stories, and fresh perspectives to help you grow into the confident, respected leader you aspire to be. You’ll learn how to handle tough conversations, inspire trust, build stronger teams, and lead with purpose without burning out in the process.
Whether you’re a first-time manager, seasoned executive, or small business owner, the Intentional Leaders Podcast will help you develop the mindset and skills to create impact that lasts.
Tune in, grow intentionally, and become the kind of leader your team—and your life—deserve.
Episodes
166 episodes
Why Your OKRs Disappear by Week 3 — And the Leadership Rituals That Keep Teams Focused
Strategy doesn’t fail for lack of ideas—it fails at the handoff to execution. We bring in OKR expert and Wave Nine founder Philip Schett to show how to close that gap with clear goals, shared rituals, and a culture that trades micromanagement f...
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Transform Your Internal Operating System to Upgrade Your Leadership with Ryan Gottfredson
Ryan Gottfredson explains the transformational journey from being focused solely on doing better to becoming better as a human being, drawing on his research and latest book. He introduces the distinction between our "doing side" (talents, know...
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The Meaningful Project That Changes Lives Forever: Inside the Badger Honor Flight
A day that changes lives forever – that’s how veterans describe their experience on the Badger Honor Flight. This mission honors those who served by taking them to Washington D.C. to visit the memorials built in their honor.Flight Operat...
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Collaborative Leadership: What It Means for You as a Leader
Forget everything you thought you knew about collaboration. It's not about getting everyone to agree—it’s about creating something entirely new together. In this eye-opening episode, we explore the misconceptions that hold teams back from pract...
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Find Fulfillment & Purpose in Leadership with Dr. Sharon Spano
Ever feel like something's missing despite all your achievements? You're not alone. This conversation with Dr. Sharon Spano uncovers the fascinating connection between leadership effectiveness and human development that explains why even succes...
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Challenge Complacency to Reignite Your Potential with Chris Robinson
Ever found yourself stuck in a comfortable rut? Turns out, that's not laziness—it's complacency, and it might be the biggest barrier between you and your true potential.Chris Robinson, Executive Vice President of Maxwell Leadership, joi...
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Lead with Courage and Inclusivity with Olivia Stewart
What if the most powerful tool for business success isn't a new technology or strategy, but simply creating environments where people can bring their whole selves to work? In this compelling conversation, Olivia Stewart reveals how inclusive le...
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How to Hold Space as a Grounded Leader with Heather Plett
Heather Plett, co-director of the Center for Holding Space, shares her powerful insights on the transformative practice of "holding space" and introduces the concept of being a "grounded guide" in today's leadership landscape.• The prac...
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Master Resilience in Times of Uncertainty
Speed without direction is just wasted energy. That's the powerful truth at the heart of my conversation with Simon Severino, founder of Strategy Sprints and a master at helping leaders master resilience in times of uncertainty by navigating co...
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Empower Your Team to Master the Complex Skill of Problem Solving
Problem solving might be the most underrated leadership skill – one we use daily but rarely examine critically. How much time do you spend tackling problems each week? And more importantly, how many of those "problems" are actually legitimate i...
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Cultivate a Culture of Connection with Jill Huizenga
In this thought-provoking conversation, Jill, a 14-year entrepreneurship faculty member at Madison College, reveals how traits like resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving create exceptional leaders regardless of their role.With e...
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Manage Your Time, Maximize Your Life: A Guide to Mindful Time Usage
DOWNLOAD FREE GUIDE: https://www.intentionaleaders.com/manage-time-maximize-lifeThe quest for perfect time management has led many of us down endless paths searching for the ideal system or tool that will magically organize our chaotic l...
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Create a Thriving Workplace Culture with Cheryl Fields Tyler
In this episode of the Intentional Leaders Podcast, host Cyndi Wentland engages in a compelling conversation with Cheryl Fields Tyler, founder and CEO of Blue Beyond Consulting. They delve into the intricacies of building a thriving workplace c...
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Become a Fearless Leader with Dr. Benjamin Ritter
Imagine a world where fear no longer dictates your career choices and leadership potential. Dr. Benjamin Ritter, author of "Becoming Fearless," joins us to unravel the intricate barriers leaders face when aligning their careers with their true ...
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Empowering Leaders through Neuroscience with Britt Andreatta, PhD.
Dr. Britt Andreatta, a luminary in leadership and neuroscience, graces our latest episode with her wealth of knowledge. She recounts her transition from academia to the world of corporate learning and development, offering a unique blend ...
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Episode 150
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Start Crafting Your Leadership Legacy Today
What if your leadership legacy isn't something you leave behind, but something you give away every day? Join me, as we explore how you can start crafting your legacy from day one by focusing on core values, trust-building, and empowering your t...
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Episode 149
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Embracing the Strengths of Introverted Leadership
Discover the untapped potential of introverted leaders and transform your perception of leadership with our latest episode. Introverts often face misconceptions of being too quiet or uninspiring, but we promise to change that narrative by highl...
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Laughter as a Leadership Tool
In this episode, we explore the powerful role of humor in enhancing leadership effectiveness, emphasizing how laughter can connect people, relieve stress, and inspire creativity. We discuss actionable strategies for incorporating humor into lea...
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Episode 147
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Redefining Time Management: Review: 4000 Weeks Time Management for Mortals, By Oliver Burkeman
What if our relentless pursuit of productivity is actually holding us back from a truly fulfilling life? Discover how Oliver Berkman's "4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals" challenges the traditional notions of time management by advocatin...
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Episode 146
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Redefining Leadership with a Trust-First Approach
Can trust really be given rather than earned? Join us in challenging conventional wisdom as we unpack the transformative power of trust within leadership. Explore the compelling reasons why starting with a mindset of trust can serve as the corn...
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Episode 145
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Empathetic Leadership: From Grief to Growth with Maureen Desmond
Grief in the workplace is often a difficult subject to address, but imagine the profound transformation that empathetic leadership can bring. Maureen Desmond, a coach and consultant, joins us to share her remarkable journey from a successful me...
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Episode 144
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Breaking the Venting Cycle: Convert Complaints into Constructive Leadership
Have you ever stopped to consider the true cost of venting at work? Join me on the Intentional Leaders Podcast as we unravel the surprising ways venting can sabotage not just your career, but also the morale and trust within your team. This epi...
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Episode 143
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Transforming Leadership and Well-Being Through Gratitude with Lori Saitz
Unlock the secrets to a more grounded and productive workplace with our enlightening discussion with Lori Seitz of Zen Rabbit. How can the simple act of expressing gratitude transform leadership and team dynamics for the better? Lori reveals he...
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Episode 142
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Unlocking Growth: The Transformative Power of Regret by Daniel Pink
Can regret actually be a powerful tool for growth and clarity? Join us as we unravel the surprising benefits of regret with insights from Daniel Pink's latest book, "The Power of Regret." Inspired by Pink's compelling presentation at the Associ...
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Episode 141
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Leadership Longevity and Organizational Culture with Corey Chambas
Ever wondered what it takes to stay committed to one organization for over three decades? Join us for an exclusive conversation with Corey Chambas, CEO of First Business Bank, as he uncovers the secrets behind his impressive 30-year tenure. Cor...
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Episode 140
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