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The Kind Leader

The Kind Leader

Von: Gino Degregori
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 Welcome to "The Kind Leader Podcast," your essential guide to the transformative power of kind leadership. Hosted by Gino Degregori, this series embarks on a quest to redefine leadership through the lens of empathy, compassion, and integrity. Each episode brings to light the profound impact of kindness in leadership, featuring conversations with a diverse array of leaders who have woven empathy into the fabric of their leadership, across various industries including tech, government, healthcare, and more. Join Gino as he uncovers the secrets to balancing a kind heart with a strategic mind, illustrating how empathy can be a catalyst for innovation, effective team building, and sustainable success. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned executive, or someone passionate about the evolution of leadership, "The Kind Leader Podcast" offers a wealth of inspiration and practical advice to help you lead with kindness and make a generational impact. Tune in to learn, grow, and be part of a movement that's shaping the future of empathetic leadership.2023 Management & Leadership Ökonomie
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  • Culture, Capital & Kindness: Chris Hornbecker on Scaling Leadership

    Culture, Capital & Kindness: Chris Hornbecker on Scaling Leadership
    Oct 15 2025
    What if the true engine of business success isn’t strategy, but culture? In this powerful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori sits down with Chris Hornbecker, Managing Partner at Stronghorn Ventures Capital, investor at RightSeat.ai, and serial founder who built and sold multiple companies, including Xgility. With decades of experience leading high-growth ventures across technology and federal sectors, Chris shares how value-driven culture, compassionate honesty, and intentional leadership are what truly sustain long-term success. From growing startups into thriving organizations to mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs, Chris reveals how kindness, clarity, and curiosity create not just better teams, but better outcomes. He also discusses why culture should be treated as a measurable strategic lever, how to give compassionate feedback without sugarcoating, and what today’s leaders can learn from the rise of AI and emerging talent. 💡 In this conversation, you’ll discover how to: Lead with “compassionate honesty” instead of brutal truth Build intentional cultures that define success before strategy does Catch and celebrate desired behaviors in real time Foster curiosity and empathy as tools for leadership growth Use culture as the foundation for scaling teams and innovation If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with both accountability and heart, or how to build companies that last through every market shift, this episode offers the blueprint. 🎧 Listen now and learn how to lead with kindness, curiosity, and intention to create cultures that outlast strategy. Key Takeaways ✨ Actionable Steps Implement “Compassionate Honesty” in real time: Catch behaviors, both positive and negative, as they happen instead of waiting for reviews. This builds trust, prevents resentment, and shows genuine investment in people’s growth. Define your cultural values before hiring: Identify 3–5 behavioral values that guide how your team collaborates, makes decisions, and treats each other. Hire, measure, and reward based on these values before building strategy. 💡 Conceptual Insights Culture as a competitive moat: A clearly defined culture isn’t a soft skill, it’s a strategic advantage that drives scale, resilience, and alignment. Founders who articulate and measure culture create organizations that thrive beyond them. The championship mindset framework: Sustainable success comes from mastering the daily habits of high performers, focusing on excellence in process, not just outcomes. 🚀 Strategic Application Remove non-fits quickly: Once cultural standards are defined, leaders must act decisively when someone doesn’t align. Protecting the integrity of your culture safeguards morale, trust, and long-term performance. Important Links & Resources 🔗 Connect with Chris Hornbecker LinkedIn: Chris Hornbecker 📚 Recommended Readings What Got You Here Won’t Get You There - Marshall Goldsmith. A powerful guide to breaking the habits that hold even the most successful leaders back, and learning how to evolve as you grow.Blink - Malcolm Gladwell. An exploration of rapid cognition—how intuitive, split-second decisions can be both powerful and perilous in leadership. David and Goliath - Malcolm Gladwell. A fresh perspective on how perceived disadvantages can become strengths when leaders rethink courage, innovation, and resilience. Chapters 00:00 Welcome & Introduction to Kind Leadership 03:02 Chris Hornbecker’s Journey: Lessons from Building and Scaling Companies 06:12 Redefining the Essence of Kind Leadership 09:00 Building a Culture of Kindness and Accountability 12:02 Why Intentional Culture Outperforms Strategy 15:00 The Real Role of Kindness in Effective Leadership 17:46 Navigating the Future: AI, Adaptability & Human Connection 21:07 Mentorship and the Power of Shared Experience 24:11 The Impact of AI on Work, Teams, and Leadership 26:59 Leading Across Cultures: What Changes and What Doesn’t 29:58 Final Reflections and Leadership Takeaways
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    40 Min.
  • The Generous Leader: Joe Davis on How Giving More Creates Greater Results

    The Generous Leader: Joe Davis on How Giving More Creates Greater Results
    Oct 8 2025
    What if leadership wasn’t about control, but generosity? In this heartfelt episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori sits down with Joe Davis, former Senior Partner and Managing Director at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), where he led North America, co-founded BCG’s Washington, D.C. office, and launched both the Public Sector Practice and BCG Digital Ventures. Joe is also the author of The Generous Leader: Seven Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain, a practical and deeply human guide to leading with heart, humility, and authenticity. After nearly four decades advising global leaders, Joe shares what he’s learned about the power of giving, how small acts of care, curiosity, and vulnerability can transform teams and organizations. He also reveals how generous leadership isn’t about being “nice,” but about being courageous enough to listen deeply, develop others, and create environments where people can thrive. 💡 In this conversation, you’ll discover how to: Redefine generosity as a strategic advantage in leadership Build deeper trust through curiosity and genuine connection Give feedback that develops rather than diminishes Lead with humility and courage, even when you don’t have all the answers Create a culture where recognition, inclusion, and allyship drive performance If you’ve ever wondered how kindness and generosity can fuel real results, this episode will challenge everything you know about what it means to lead. 🎧 Listen now and learn how generosity can become your greatest leadership multiplier. Key Takeaways ✨ Actionable Steps Practice generous listening: Before your next team meeting, ask your team what challenges they’re facing that you might not fully understand. Listen deeply and ask follow-up questions instead of rushing to solve. Implement the “Test Your Message” technique: Before major communications, share your draft with a small group and ask, “What did you hear me say?” Refine your message based on what they understood, not just what you intended. Engage skeptics strategically: Seek out your most vocal challengers and ask, “What am I missing?” Their perspectives can strengthen your decisions and uncover hidden risks. 💡 Conceptual Insights Vulnerability amplifies performance: Admitting you don’t have all the answers builds psychological safety, which sparks creativity, collaboration, and trust. Recognition multiplies engagement: Small, specific acknowledgments, like a quick thank-you email or public praise, create stronger and longer-lasting motivation than financial incentives. 🚀 Strategic Applications Build upward feedback systems: Evaluate leaders not only by results but by how well they develop and empower their people. Replace command with connection: Shift from having all the answers to ensuring the best answers emerge through dialogue and collaboration. Train for generous feedback: Help managers deliver developmental feedback that recognizes strengths while guiding growth with empathy and clarity. Important Links & Resources 🔗 Connect with Joe Davis Website: www.joedavis.com LinkedIn: Joe Davis 📖 Book – The Generous Leader: Seven Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain Available on Amazon 📚 Recommended ReadingEndurance: Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage — Alfred Lansing. A timeless story of perseverance, teamwork, and resilience under extreme pressure, essential lessons for every leader. Chapters 00:00 Introduction & Welcome to Generous Leadership 02:11 The Story Behind The Generous Leader 06:08 Redefining Kind and Generous Leadership 09:43 The Seven Ways to Lead with Generosity 13:42 Connection and Care as the Heart of Leadership 16:57 The Power of Vulnerability in Leadership 19:57 Navigating and Shaping Organizational Culture 30:02 Legacy, Purpose, and the Ripple Effect of Leadership 39:52 Rapid Fire Questions & Closing Reflections
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    45 Min.
  • From Microsoft VP to Full Circle Leadership: Lani Phillips on Leading with Courage and Compassion

    From Microsoft VP to Full Circle Leadership: Lani Phillips on Leading with Courage and Compassion
    Oct 1 2025

    What if leadership wasn’t just about performance, but about how you show up in your hardest moments?

    In this inspiring episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori speaks with Lani Phillips, founder of Full Circle Leadership Group and former Vice President at Microsoft, where she spent over 25 years leading global teams, partner ecosystems, and cultural transformation initiatives.

    Lani shares why courageous leadership is not about perfection, it’s about clarity, compassion, and the willingness to grow. Drawing from her Full Circle Leadership Framework, she reveals six domains every leader must practice: self-awareness, visionary leadership, connection, role modeling, accountability, and cultivating talent.

    She also opens up about her personal journey of resilience, navigating both corporate transitions and major life challenges, and how those experiences shaped her passion for coaching the next generation of leaders.

    💡 In this conversation, you’ll discover how to:

    • Balance driving results with putting people at the center

    • Use clarity, connection, and cultivation to strengthen team trust and loyalty

    • Lead with resilience during times of uncertainty and change

    • Recognize judgment as a hidden “cancer” in organizations and replace it with growth-focused support

    • Redefine kind leadership as strength rooted in empathy and accountability

    If you’ve ever questioned how to bring more humanity into leadership without sacrificing results, this episode will give you both the inspiration and the framework to start.

    🎧 Listen now and learn how to lead with courage, clarity, and compassion, while building cultures where people and performance thrive.

    Key Takeaways

    ✨ Actionable Steps

    • Implement the Three C’s daily: Practice clarity in expectations, connection through authentic conversations, and cultivation by pairing team members’ strengths with growth opportunities.

    • Replace judgment with curiosity: When team members struggle, ask “What support do they need?” instead of “Why aren’t they performing?”, shifting from blame to empowerment.

    💡 Conceptual Insights

    • Redefine kind leadership: Leading with empathy and accountability together creates strength, not weakness, it’s about having both heart and backbone.

    • Compassion = Empathy + Action: True compassion means understanding emotional states and taking tangible steps to support success.

    🚀 Strategic Applications

    • Create operating systems, not just processes: Build comprehensive leadership frameworks that weave together all six domains (self-awareness, vision, connection, role modeling, accountability, and talent cultivation) instead of treating them as isolated tactics.

    Important Links & Resources

    🔗 Connect with Lani Phillips
    Website: fullcircleleadershipgroup.com
    LinkedIn: Lani Phillips

    📖 Recommended Reading
    Dare to Lead - Brené Brown. A guide to leading with courage and vulnerability while building trust and resilience in teams.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction & Welcome to Kind Leadership
    02:51 Rediscovering Yourself Beyond Success
    03:16 Emotional Honesty as a Leadership Strength
    03:18 The Journey Toward Courageous Leadership
    06:49 What It Really Means to Lead with Kindness
    11:34 Why Investing in People Always Pays Off
    18:00 Rebuilding Identity After Personal Loss
    23:38 Resilience and Growth Through Adversity
    28:01 Building Authentic Connections with Your Team
    30:59 How Judgment Undermines Leadership
    31:27 The Full Circle Leadership Framework Explained
    37:24 Developing the Next Generation of Leaders
    41:18 Common Misconceptions About Kind Leadership
    44:02 Practicing Empathy and Compassion in Action
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    44 Min.
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