Bad AF Leaders podcast

Sam discusses the importance of critical thinking in the age of politicizing everything and the constant attack to silence and destroy freedom of speech. Episode dedicated to Nicole Ried - RIP.

Sam describes the telltale BAF signs that led up to the upheaval that is wreaking havoc across America and explores the motivation and BAF Leaders. A must listen to episode!

Ted tells how he escapes Coo Coo Pants and the BAFdom and burns the bridge years later at a social event.

Ted describes how reporting to a BAF drove him to his knees.  What led Ted to call her Coo Coo?  What did it take to survive the insanity?

Brent tells what lessons he learned in standing up to his abuser and a BAF and how this impacted how he views leaders, organizations, and leadership.

Sam begins to explore how Brent navigated the inappropriate conduct from his peer and later faced off with the CEO in an effort to protect his job.  What makes Brent tick and what can we all learn from him about fighting Bad AF Leaders?

This week Brent reacts to learning he is being set up by his abuser. He takes steps to fight the abuser, the BAF, and the BAFdom.

For the first time, Sam narrates begins a series telling Brents story of sexual harassment, job threat, and fighting back Bad AF Leaders to protect his job.

In part 2 of Sam's interview with Jon we discuss leading in crisis, how to navigate Bad Leaders and bad peers and Jon shares his insights on how to keep team members mentally well during high-stress times.  

Jon Dehne as part of the Leading in a Crisis series. leading through Katrina and talks about what it takes to lead effectively when faced with a crisis.

Sam concludes exploring the phenomenon of Imposter Syndrome with Nicole Reid and the impact it has on an individual’s ability to be successful.  Welcome to Bad AF Leaders the podcast.

Sam explores Imposter Syndrome and the impact it has on ones ability to thrive in the workplace, particularly if there is a BAF in the vicinity. 

Sam concludes his discussion with Pastor Becky Swanson on staying spiritually well during this time of uncertainty. Becky provides guidance on managing stress and discusses surviving Bad AF Leaders.

Sam begins a two-part discussion with Pastor Becky Swanson on staying spiritually well during this time of uncertainty during the Pandemic. In Part 1 we discuss the impact of the Pandemic on the church, leading a faith community through uncertainty and leadership.

Sam discusses leadership's ability to respond effectively in a crisis. In this episode, Sam conducts a past participant check-in with Jules. Jules describes what impact the Pandemic has had on her, her team, and her organization. Jules provides insight into her organization's ability to lead effectively during a crisis.

Sam concludes his interview with Mary Dobish, integrative health, and well-being coach. Exploring ways to manage stress and uncertainty and survive BAFs.

Sam begins a two-part series, interviewing an integrative health and well-being coach, exploring how the Pandemic has impacted people's ability to manage stress effectively and the pressure Shelter in Place has had on our mental health.

Sam concludes his conversation with Professor Strange discussing how leaders at the top of an organization lead through a crisis. We discuss constant criticism, leadership agility, and of course, BAFs.

Sam interviews a CEO to discover what it is like to lead an organization through a crisis. What makes a leader successful in leading an organization through a crisis? What separates a good leader from a BAF during times of crisis and what do leaders focus on during a crisis.

Sam explores how bosses should act during a crisis and explain why BAFs will fall short during difficult times.