As a transformational leadership coach, strategic business advisor, and podcast host, my passion is developing aspiring leaders and helping good leaders become great. This world needs more great leaders, who live and lead themselves well, and who uplift and empower others to do the same. Leaders who make this world a better place for everyone.
It begins with you and me - living on purpose, expanding our vision and beliefs, and inspiring positive change in our circles of influence. If you enjoy intelligent conversations, I invite you to check out my Leaders of Transformation Podcast where I interview extraordinary difference makers and world changers every week. Currently we have over 475 episodes and are honored to be in the top 1.5% podcast globally reaching listeners in over 140 countries. Hope to see you there!
Recent Content
514: Leading Companies Toward Zero Waste with Heather Johnson #wastemanagement #ecofriendlysolutions #sustainabilityHow can businesses use eco-friendly practices to comply with regulations and grow…
514: Leading Compani…
514: Leading Companies Toward Zero Waste with Heather Johnson #wastemanagement #ecofriendlysolutions #sustainabilityHow can businesses use eco-friendly practices to comply with regulations and grow successfully? This week, Nicole Jansen talks with Heather Johnson, CEO of INGENIUM and an expert in hazardous waste management with over 25 years of industry experience. Heather’s innovative vision has positioned INGENIUM as a leader in waste-to-energy programs and zero waste initiatives, offering businesses sustainable solutions for hazardous waste management.Heather shares her journey from …
How Can Play Revolutionize Your Workplace? In this engaging episode, Nicole Jansen sits down with Kristi Herold, founder and CEO of JAM Group and author of It Pays to Play: How Play Improves Business…
How Can Play Revolut…
How Can Play Revolutionize Your Workplace? In this engaging episode, Nicole Jansen sits down with Kristi Herold, founder and CEO of JAM Group and author of It Pays to Play: How Play Improves Business Culture, to explore how integrating fun and play into the workplace can drastically improve culture, productivity and profitability. Kristi shares her inspiring journey, starting with organizing social events in high school to creating a vibrant company specializing in adult recreational sports leagues and corporate events. With her commitment to fostering fun and connection, Kristi reveals actio…
513: How Play Improves Business Culture and Transforms Lives with Kristi Herold #itpaystoplay #workplaceculture #employeeengagementHow Can Play Revolutionize Your Workplace? In this engaging episod…
513: How Play Improv…
513: How Play Improves Business Culture and Transforms Lives with Kristi Herold #itpaystoplay #workplaceculture #employeeengagementHow Can Play Revolutionize Your Workplace? In this engaging episode, Nicole Jansen sits down with Kristi Herold, founder and CEO of JAM Group and author of It Pays to Play: How Play Improves Business Culture, to explore how integrating fun and play into the workplace can drastically improve culture, productivity and profitability.Kristi shares her inspiring journey, starting with organizing social events in high school to creating a vibrant company specializi…
What if sharing your personal story could transform people’s lives and your business? In this week’s episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Bill Blankschaen, founder and Chief Story Architect …
What if sharing your…
What if sharing your personal story could transform people’s lives and your business? In this week’s episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Bill Blankschaen, founder and Chief Story Architect of StoryBuilders. StoryBuilders helps make the world a better place by creating compelling books and learning experiences that turn ideas into greater impact, influence, and income. As a New York Times bestselling writer, Bill and his team collaborate with influential figures such as John C. Maxwell, Lewis Howes, Michael Hyatt, Stu McLaren, and leaders from various fields, including business, poli…
How can you make your message clearer and more impactful? In this episode, host Nicole Jansen speaks with Ben Guttmann, author and marketing expert, to break down the essentials of clear communication…
How can you make you…
How can you make your message clearer and more impactful? In this episode, host Nicole Jansen speaks with Ben Guttmann, author and marketing expert, to break down the essentials of clear communication. They explore the 5 keys to effective messaging, including how simplicity, empathy, and focus impact your ability to connect with your intended audience. Ben shares lessons from his career, moving beyond flashy taglines to emphasize the importance of everyday communication. Through practical examples and actionable tips, they reveal how clear messaging can enhance leadership and inspire teams. Th…
512: Reaching Others with Your Story with Bill Blankschaen #brandstorytelling #bookwriting #marketingmattersWhat if sharing your personal story could transform people’s lives and your business? I…
512: Reaching Others…
512: Reaching Others with Your Story with Bill Blankschaen #brandstorytelling #bookwriting #marketingmattersWhat if sharing your personal story could transform people’s lives and your business? In this week’s episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Bill Blankschaen, founder and Chief Story Architect of StoryBuilders. StoryBuilders helps make the world a better place by creating compelling books and learning experiences that turn ideas into greater impact, influence, and income.As a New York Times bestselling writer, Bill and his team collaborate with influential figures such as Joh…
511: Crafting Messages That Connect with Ben Guttmann #marketingstrategy #communicationtips #simplyputHow can you make your message clearer and more impactful? In this episode, host Nicole Jansen sp…
511: Crafting Messag…
511: Crafting Messages That Connect with Ben Guttmann #marketingstrategy #communicationtips #simplyputHow can you make your message clearer and more impactful? In this episode, host Nicole Jansen speaks with Ben Guttmann, author and marketing expert, to break down the essentials of clear communication. They explore the 5 keys to effective messaging, including how simplicity, empathy, and focus impact your ability to connect with your intended audience.Ben shares lessons from his career, moving beyond flashy taglines to emphasize the importance of everyday communication. Through practical e…
What is the key to thriving in the 21st-century workplace? In this transformative episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Catherine Allen, co-founder and chief impact officer of AO People Partners …
What is the key to t…
What is the key to thriving in the 21st-century workplace? In this transformative episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Catherine Allen, co-founder and chief impact officer of AO People Partners and co-author of Conscious, Capable, and Ready to Contribute. Catherine brings a profound understanding of the pivotal role people skills play in the workplace in the age of technological Growth. Together, Nicole and Catherine delve into the essential nature of human skills, the intrinsic value of people, and the overarching impact on business imperatives and contribution to society. Through thei…
510: The Power of People Skills with Catherine Allen #peopleskills #leadershiptraining #leaderstalkWhat is the key to thriving in the 21st-century workplace? In this transformative episode, host Ni…
510: The Power of Pe…
510: The Power of People Skills with Catherine Allen #peopleskills #leadershiptraining #leaderstalkWhat is the key to thriving in the 21st-century workplace? In this transformative episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Catherine Allen, co-founder and chief impact officer of AO People Partners and co-author of Conscious, Capable, and Ready to Contribute. Catherine brings a profound understanding of the pivotal role people skills play in the workplace in the age of technological growth. Together, Nicole and Catherine delve into the essential nature of human skills, the intrinsic value of…
What do you need to know about data privacy and generative AI? In this informative episode we explore the dynamic world of data privacy and generative AI with Amruta Moktali, Chief Product Officer at …
What do you need to …
What do you need to know about data privacy and generative AI? In this informative episode we explore the dynamic world of data privacy and generative AI with Amruta Moktali, Chief Product Officer at Skyflow - the world’s first and only data privacy vault delivered as an API. Amruta’s impressive career trajectory spans leading roles at industry giants like Microsoft, Salesforce, and Cleo, culminating in her current position where she champions data privacy solutions. Listen as she shares invaluable insights on the importance of safeguarding original data, the impact of generative AI, and t…
509: Amruta Moktali on Data Privacy, AI and Women in Tech #dataprotection #generativeai #womenintechWhat do you need to know about data privacy and generative AI? In this informative episode we ex…
509: Amruta Moktali …
509: Amruta Moktali on Data Privacy, AI and Women in Tech #dataprotection #generativeai #womenintechWhat do you need to know about data privacy and generative AI? In this informative episode we explore the dynamic world of data privacy and generative AI with Amruta Moktali, Chief Product Officer at Skyflow - the world’s first and only data privacy vault delivered as an API.Amruta’s impressive career trajectory spans leading roles at industry giants like Microsoft, Salesforce, and Cleo, culminating in her current position where she champions data privacy solutions. Listen as she shar…
What does purpose-driven leadership look like in the interior design world? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Blima Ehrentreu, a creative visionary and interior design trailblazer with loc…
What does purpose-dr…
What does purpose-driven leadership look like in the interior design world? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Blima Ehrentreu, a creative visionary and interior design trailblazer with locations in Toronto, New York, and Miami. Driven by a mission of designing with purpose and creating a better world, Blima shares her journey from childhood curiosity to becoming a leader in the industry. Host Nicole Jansen, herself a former Torontonian, leads an engaging discussion about purposeful business practices, tips for women leaders in the construction industry, and innovative design soluti…
What if you could command a room and be recognized as a leader regardless of your title or position? In this engaging episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Dr. Alexa Chilcutt, a certified executi…
What if you could co…
What if you could command a room and be recognized as a leader regardless of your title or position? In this engaging episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Dr. Alexa Chilcutt, a certified executive coach and faculty lead for the Executive Business Communication certificate and co-lead for the Academy of Women in Leadership programs at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Together, they explore the 10 characteristics of executive presence and discuss how you can grow your confidence and be acknowledged as a leader. Dr. Chilcutt, with her extensive experience in executive Education and corp…
508 Interior Design for a Better World with Blima Ehrentreu #interiordesign #interiordesigner #designbusinessWhat does purpose-driven leadership look like in the interior design world? In this insp…
508 Interior Design …
508 Interior Design for a Better World with Blima Ehrentreu #interiordesign #interiordesigner #designbusinessWhat does purpose-driven leadership look like in the interior design world? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Blima Ehrentreu, a creative visionary and interior design trailblazer with locations in Toronto, New York, and Miami. Driven by a mission of designing with purpose and creating a better world, Blima shares her journey from childhood curiosity to becoming a leader in the industry. Host Nicole Jansen, herself a former Torontonian, leads an engaging discussion about pu…
How can we discern the true character of our leaders and make informed choices for the future of our nation? In this thought-provoking episode, we engage in a candid discussion with Gautam Mukunda, a …
How can we discern t…
How can we discern the true character of our leaders and make informed choices for the future of our nation? In this thought-provoking episode, we engage in a candid discussion with Gautam Mukunda, a former Harvard Business School professor, author, and expert on leadership and decision-making. As the U.S. presidential election approaches, Gautam shares his insights on the complexities of choosing a leader and the far-reaching consequences of our collective decision. Drawing from his extensive research and his latest book, "Picking Presidents," Gautam delves into the intricacies of the leader …
507: Mastering Your Executive Presence with Dr. Alexa Chilcutt #executivecoaching #executivepresence #communicationskillsWhat if you could command a room and be recognized as a leader regardless of…
507: Mastering Your …
507: Mastering Your Executive Presence with Dr. Alexa Chilcutt #executivecoaching #executivepresence #communicationskillsWhat if you could command a room and be recognized as a leader regardless of your title or position? In this engaging episode, host Nicole Jansen sits down with Dr. Alexa Chilcutt, a certified executive coach and faculty lead for the Executive Business Communication certificate and co-lead for the Academy of Women in Leadership programs at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Together, they explore the 10 characteristics of executive presence and discuss how you can grow …
How can you create a value-driven organization that transforms the world? In this enlightening episode, we dive deep with Lee Benson, a renowned value creation expert, CEO of Execute to Win, and autho…
How can you create a…
How can you create a value-driven organization that transforms the world? In this enlightening episode, we dive deep with Lee Benson, a renowned value creation expert, CEO of Execute to Win, and author of "Your Most Important Number." With over 30 years of business experience, Lee shares his unique insights on the power of holistic value creation and how it can revolutionize organizations and their impact on the world. Join Nicole Jansen and Lee Benson as they explore the lack of intentionality in organizations and the critical importance of creating value not just in the marketplace, but in t…
506: Choosing The Next President with Gautam MukundaHow can we discern the true character of our leaders and make informed choices for the future of our nation?In this thought-provoking episode, …
506: Choosing The Ne…
506: Choosing The Next President with Gautam MukundaHow can we discern the true character of our leaders and make informed choices for the future of our nation?In this thought-provoking episode, we engage in a candid discussion with Gautam Mukunda, a former Harvard Business School professor, author, and expert on leadership and decision-making. As the U.S. presidential election approaches, Gautam shares his insights on the complexities of choosing a leader and the far-reaching consequences of our collective decision.Drawing from his extensive research and his latest book, "Picking …