--- title: Activating Greatness Podcast Episodes description: "Insights from Velocity Advisory Group’s Activating Greatness podcast: practical leadership, growth, and strategies to help you and your team excel." --- [![Velocity Advisory Group](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Velocity-Logo-2023-Wide-1.png)](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/) ☰ Menu - About - [Meet Our Team](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/about/) - [Meet Our Coaches](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/coaches/) - [Careers](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/careers/) - [Speaking Engagements](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/velocity-speakers/) - Solutions - [Culture & Engagement](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/culture-engagement/) - [DISC Assessments & Training](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/disc-assessments-training/) - [Employee Experience](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/employee-experience/) - [Executive Coaching](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/executive-coaching/) - [Family Business](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/family-business/) - [Leadership Development](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/leadership-development/) - [Sales Training](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/5cs-of-selling/) - [Strategy & Implementation](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/strategy-implementation/) - Resources - [Activating Greatness Podcast](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/podcast/) - [Blog](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/blog/) - [Case Studies](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/case-studies/) - [News and Announcements](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/news-and-events/) - [OrderDisc](https://orderdisc.com/) - [Upcoming Events](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/upcoming-events/) - Industries - [Construction](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/construction/) - [Financial Services](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/financial-services/) - [Life Sciences](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/lifesciences/) - [Contact](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/contact/) Velocity Advisory Group # Activating Greatness Podcast Episode recaps, takeaways, and free tools from conversations with leaders who build great teams. Filter episodes Topic Culture & Engagement Leadership Mindset Communication & Coaching Team Alignment Accountability & High Performance Strategy & Change HR & People Strategy AI & the Future of Work Industry Construction Life Sciences & Healthcare Financial Services & Insurance Professional Services Technology Sports & Endurance Clear filters SortNewest firstOldest first Oct 19, 2026 | Episode 53 ## [Fruitful Friction: Why Polite Leadership Stalls Progress — with Hilary Blair](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-53-fruitful-friction-hilary-blair) Hilary Blair, CEO of ARTiculate: Real & Clear, explains fruitful friction, why polite stalls progress, and how tone and self-awareness change feedback. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-53-fruitful-friction-hilary-blair) Oct 12, 2026 | Episode 52 ## [Construction Leadership Development Without a Playbook — with Lisa O'Brien](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-52-construction-leadership-development-lisa-obrien) Procore's Lisa O'Brien explains why construction faces technology, business, and culture change at once, and how executives can become the bridge. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-52-construction-leadership-development-lisa-obrien) Oct 5, 2026 | Episode 51 ## [Execution Over Process: Why a Perfect Plan Can Still Fail — with Seth Ingall](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-51-execution-over-process-seth-ingall) Crash Champions Chief Legal Officer Seth Ingall explains why execution beats a perfect process and how 38 years at GEICO taught him to train, audit, and repeat. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-51-execution-over-process-seth-ingall) Sep 24, 2026 | Episode 50 ## [How Teams Treat Failure: Run an Autopsy Without Blame — with David Esposito](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-50-how-teams-treat-failure-david-esposito) ONL Therapeutics CEO David Esposito explains how an autopsy without blame helps teams learn from failure, own mistakes, and get back in the fight. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-50-how-teams-treat-failure-david-esposito) Sep 21, 2026 | Episode 49 ## [Recruiting Financial Advisors: Hire Entrepreneurs First — with Chad Foster](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-49-recruiting-financial-advisors-chad-foster) Modern Woodmen agency leader Chad Foster explains why he recruits entrepreneurs, not salespeople, and how candor and structure build a team that stays. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-49-recruiting-financial-advisors-chad-foster) Sep 17, 2026 | Episode 48 ## [Competition as a Leadership Engine: Scoreboards That Work — with John Worden](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-48-competition-as-a-leadership-engine-john-worden) Javara commercial leader John Worden explains how shared scoreboards, clear roles, and "share the why to get the buy" turn competition into team performance. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-48-competition-as-a-leadership-engine-john-worden) Sep 14, 2026 | Episode 47 ## [Spotting Hidden Strengths in Employees: Lessons From Pfizer — with Jenny Gattari](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-47-spotting-hidden-strengths-jenny-gattari) Pfizer CentreOne's Jenny Gattari explains how leaders spot hidden strengths, turn reluctant people into leaders, and make development a team game. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-47-spotting-hidden-strengths-jenny-gattari) Sep 8, 2026 | Episode 46 ## [Evolving Organizational Culture Through Crisis and Growth — with Tom Ulbrich](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-46-evolving-organizational-culture-tom-ulbrich) Goodwill of Western New York CEO Tom Ulbrich explains how he evolved a culture of stability in a crisis and why accountability needs constant coaching. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-46-evolving-organizational-culture-tom-ulbrich) Aug 31, 2026 | Episode 45 ## [Organizational Health: The Hidden Business Risk Boards Miss — with Jim Brown](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-45-organizational-health-jim-brown) OrgHealth Founder Jim Brown explains why organizational health is a board-level risk issue, not an HR program, and what 60% engagement costs your revenue. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-45-organizational-health-jim-brown) Aug 27, 2026 | Episode 44 ## [Culture Beats Strategy When Leaders Live It — with Mike Ansay](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-44-culture-beats-strategy-mike-ansay) Mike Ansay, CEO of an 80-year family business, explains why culture beats strategy only when leaders live it and how "give to get" drives his firm's growth. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-44-culture-beats-strategy-mike-ansay) Aug 24, 2026 | Episode 43 ## [Advancing Women in Construction: Fixing the Career Ladder — with Barb Allen](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-43-advancing-women-in-construction-barb-allen) Author Barb Allen explains why construction's career ladder looks equal on paper but not in practice, and how leaders can start advancing women in construction. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-43-advancing-women-in-construction-barb-allen) Aug 17, 2026 | Episode 42 ## [Imposter Syndrome in Leadership: Quiet the Inner Critic — with Dymon Lewis](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-42-imposter-syndrome-in-leadership-dymon-lewis) Velocity coach Dymon Lewis on why executive presence starts before you enter the room, how to quiet imposter syndrome, and what leaders must unlearn. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-42-imposter-syndrome-in-leadership-dymon-lewis) Aug 10, 2026 | Episode 41 ## [Family Office Recruiting: How to Hire Leaders for Trust — with Cheryl Grimaldi](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-41-family-office-recruiting-cheryl-grimaldi) Recruiter Cheryl Grimaldi explains how family offices hire for trust, discretion, and ambiguity, and why she tries to talk candidates out of the job first. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-41-family-office-recruiting-cheryl-grimaldi) Aug 3, 2026 | Episode 40 ## [Human-Centered Leadership: Face the Feelings You Avoid — with John DeMarco](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-40-human-centered-leadership-john-demarco) Executive Coach John DeMarco explains why leaders must face the feelings they avoid and how mindfulness builds human-centered, emotionally intelligent leaders. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-40-human-centered-leadership-john-demarco) Jul 27, 2026 | Episode 39 ## [360 Feedback: How to Turn a Report Into Real Change — with Cindy Puchalski](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-39-360-feedback-that-sticks-cindy-puchalski) Executive Coach Cindy Puchalski explains why 360 assessments stall after the debrief and how action plans, accountability, and coaching drive change. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-39-360-feedback-that-sticks-cindy-puchalski) Jul 23, 2026 | Episode 38 ## [Leading in the Era of AI: Culture, Clarity, and Keeping Humanity at Work — with Christine Miller](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-38-leading-in-the-era-of-ai-christine-miller) CEO Christine Miller explains why most companies ask the wrong AI question, and how culture, clarity, and humanity help leaders adopt AI the right way. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-38-leading-in-the-era-of-ai-christine-miller) Jul 13, 2026 | Episode 37 ## [Building High-Performing Teams: Why Tough Coaching Works — with Kayt Leonard](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-37-tough-coaching-high-performing-teams-kayt-leonard) SAS marketing leader Kayt Leonard explains why tough coaching signals belief, how to hold a standard, and why full effort never requires an 80-hour week. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-37-tough-coaching-high-performing-teams-kayt-leonard) Jul 6, 2026 | Episode 36 ## [Employee Engagement: Fixing the Survive Work Problem — with Patrick Manigault](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-36-employee-engagement-patrick-manigault) Executive Coach Patrick Manigault explains why only 21% of employees feel engaged and how relational leadership and trust fix a survive work problem. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-36-employee-engagement-patrick-manigault) Jun 29, 2026 | Episode 35 ## [Turning Around Troubled Projects: Protect the Front Line — with Steve Thompson](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-35-turning-around-troubled-projects-steve-thompson) Construction leader Steve Thompson explains how to turn around troubled projects: shield crews from pressure, create daily wins, and connect people to purpose. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-35-turning-around-troubled-projects-steve-thompson) Jun 22, 2026 | Episode 34 ## [Servant Leadership in Sales: Turn KPIs Into a Classroom — with Tom Wilson](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-34-servant-leadership-in-sales-tom-wilson) AmbioPharm Chief Commercial Officer Tom Wilson explains how servant leadership, culture-first hiring, and KPIs as a learning tool built a better sales team. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-34-servant-leadership-in-sales-tom-wilson) Jun 15, 2026 | Episode 33 ## [Leading Transformational Change: Why Shaping the Path Works — with Melissa Pepper](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-33-leading-transformational-change-melissa-pepper) Lead(h)er Founder Melissa Pepper explains how listening, shared ownership, and shaping the path turn transformational change into results that stick. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-33-leading-transformational-change-melissa-pepper) Jun 8, 2026 | Episode 32 ## [Strategic HR Leadership: Scaling HR From 4 to 30-Plus — with Krista Robinson](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-32-strategic-hr-leadership-krista-robinson) Weitz VP of HR Krista Robinson explains how HR scaled from four generalists to 30-plus people, and why strategic HR needs a seat at the executive table. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-32-strategic-hr-leadership-krista-robinson) May 21, 2026 | Episode 31 ## [Relentless Resilience: Keeping Teams Performing Under Constant Pressure — with Maggie Reed](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-31-fact-or-feeling-maggie-reed) Construction leader Maggie Reed shares the resilient leadership mindset that keeps teams performing under constant pressure, on Activating Greatness. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-31-fact-or-feeling-maggie-reed) May 18, 2026 | Episode 30 ## [The Business Case for Culture: Turning HR Into a Growth Engine — with Jackie Fisher](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-30-hiring-for-culture-fit-jackie-fisher) Juneau Construction's Jackie Fisher on turning HR from a compliance function into a growth engine for retention, engagement, and business results. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-30-hiring-for-culture-fit-jackie-fisher) May 14, 2026 | Episode 29 ## [How to Build Company Culture Without Losing the Human Element — with Jeanne Hecht](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-29-ceo-owns-culture-jeanne-hecht) Lexitas CEO Jeanne Hecht on designing, measuring, and defending company culture every day without losing the human element. An Activating Greatness recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-29-ceo-owns-culture-jeanne-hecht) May 11, 2026 | Episode 28 ## [Fix the Work, Not Just the Worker: How to Unlock Performance — with Lisa Calicchio](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-28-fixing-broken-work-lisa-calicchio) WCG CHRO Lisa Calicchio on fixing the work itself, not just helping people cope, and why leaders must reserve the right to get smarter. Podcast recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-28-fixing-broken-work-lisa-calicchio) May 7, 2026 | Episode 27 ## [What 72 Marathons Teach Leaders About Discipline and Community — with the Mile 20 Podcast](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-27-consistency-and-discipline-mile-20-podcast) The Mile 20 Podcast hosts on how discipline, consistency, and community carried them through 72 marathons, and what that teaches leaders about teams. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-27-consistency-and-discipline-mile-20-podcast) May 4, 2026 | Episode 26 ## [Intentional Leadership Is a System, Not a Mindset — with Michael Dixon](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-26-mind-the-fish-tank-michael-dixon) Michael Dixon of the University of Nebraska Medical Center explains why intentional leadership is a system, and why culture creates itself if you let it. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-26-mind-the-fish-tank-michael-dixon) Apr 30, 2026 | Episode 25 ## [Hard Decisions Define Leaders: Accountability and High Standards — with Joe Crandall](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-25-accountability-in-leadership-joe-crandall) Former Navy SEAL and Red Leviathan CEO Joe Crandall on accountability, standards, and the hard decisions that build high-performing teams. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-25-accountability-in-leadership-joe-crandall) Apr 27, 2026 | Episode 24 ## [Calm the Chaos: How to Turn High Achievers Into High Performers — with Laura London](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-24-calm-the-chaos-laura-london) Leadership advisor Laura London on the difference between high achievers and high performers, and how leaders can calm the chaos to build great teams. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-24-calm-the-chaos-laura-london) Apr 23, 2026 | Episode 23 ## [Great Teams Don't Happen by Accident: How Leaders Elevate Everyone — with Toni Burkard](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-23-why-great-teams-dont-happen-by-accident-toni-burkard) Pfizer CentreOne's Toni Burkard on why great teams don't happen by accident, and how leaders build trust by elevating everyone around them. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-23-why-great-teams-dont-happen-by-accident-toni-burkard) Apr 20, 2026 | Episode 22 ## [From Access to Impact: Building Culture and Representation in Biotech — with Carolina Alarco](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-22-from-access-to-impact-carolina-alarco) Latinos in Bio co-founder Carolina Alarco on representation, leadership development, and building culture in biotech. An Activating Greatness recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-22-from-access-to-impact-carolina-alarco) Apr 13, 2026 | Episode 21 ## [Why Trust and Culture Drive Results in Construction — with Jesse Hernandez](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-21-why-trust-and-culture-drive-results-jesse-hernandez) Depth Builder founder Jesse Hernandez on why trust and culture drive results in construction, and why leaders must account for people being human. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-21-why-trust-and-culture-drive-results-jesse-hernandez) Apr 9, 2026 | Episode 20 ## [The Judgment Gap: Why Leaders Must Slow Down to Go Faster — with Matt Taylor](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-20-the-judgment-gap-matt-taylor) Matt Taylor on the judgment gap: why leaders must slow down to go faster and fix processes before automation amplifies bad behavior. Podcast recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-20-the-judgment-gap-matt-taylor) Apr 8, 2026 ## [20 Episodes into the Activating Greatness Podcast: The Leadership Lessons That Stuck](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/activating-greatness-podcast-leadership-lessons-that-stuck) Twenty episodes into the Activating Greatness podcast, here are the leadership lessons that stuck from leaders who have actually done the work. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/activating-greatness-podcast-leadership-lessons-that-stuck) Apr 6, 2026 | Episode 19 ## [HR That Moves the Business: Connecting People Strategy to Results — with Terri Fleener](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-19-hr-that-moves-the-business-terri-fleener) HR leader Terri Fleener on connecting people strategy to business results and leading five generations in today's workforce. Activating Greatness recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-19-hr-that-moves-the-business-terri-fleener) Apr 2, 2026 | Episode 18 ## [Say It So It Sticks: How Leaders Should Own the Message — with Jeremy Maskel](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-18-say-it-so-it-sticks-jeremy-maskel) Communications leader Jeremy Maskel, APR, on why leaders own the message and how a systems approach makes leadership communication stick. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-18-say-it-so-it-sticks-jeremy-maskel) Mar 30, 2026 | Episode 17 ## [From the NFL to Business: Authenticity, Small Habits, and Leadership — with Kellen Mond](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-17-from-the-nfl-to-the-art-world-kellen-mond) Former NFL quarterback Kellen Mond on authenticity, small habits, and the leadership lessons that carry from pro football into business. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-17-from-the-nfl-to-the-art-world-kellen-mond) Mar 26, 2026 | Episode 16 ## [How to Modernize a Legacy Organization Without Losing Its Tradition — with Jason Nickles](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-16-tradition-meets-transformation-jason-nickles) Modern Woodmen's Jason Nickles on leading change inside a legacy organization: modernizing systems and culture while honoring tradition. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-16-tradition-meets-transformation-jason-nickles) Mar 22, 2026 | Episode 15 ## [Curiosity Wins: Why Great Leaders Ask Better Questions — with Michelle Dauphinais](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-15-curiosity-wins-michelle-dauphinais) Michelle Dauphinais on why curious leaders listen better, ask better questions, and keep certainty from arriving too early. An Activating Greatness recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-15-curiosity-wins-michelle-dauphinais) Mar 19, 2026 | Episode 14 ## [Stay Appropriately Annoyed: How Healthy Dissatisfaction Fights Complacency — with Jon Stenberg](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-14-appropriately-annoyed-jon-stenberg) Jon Stenberg on staying appropriately annoyed: how healthy dissatisfaction fights complacency and drives leadership accountability. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-14-appropriately-annoyed-jon-stenberg) Mar 15, 2026 | Episode 13 ## [Leading Across 22 Countries: How to Keep Values Consistent at Scale — with José Suquet](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-13-consistency-at-scale-jose-suquet) Pan-American Life CEO José Suquet on leading across 22 countries with one set of truth, disciplined listening, and consistent values at scale. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-13-consistency-at-scale-jose-suquet) Mar 11, 2026 | Episode 12 ## [How to Become Indispensable in an AI-Driven World — with Addison Watson](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-12-indispensable-addison-watson) ClickFunnels' Addison Watson on becoming indispensable in an AI-driven world: why relationships, not just knowledge, are a leader's edge. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-12-indispensable-addison-watson) Mar 8, 2026 | Episode 11 ## [Why Projects Fail in Alignment First, and How Partnering Builds Trust — with Matt Ulliman](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-11-the-construction-advantage-matt-ulliman) Ulliman Schutte co-founder Matt Ulliman on why construction projects fail in alignment first, and how partnering sessions build trust and clarity. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-11-the-construction-advantage-matt-ulliman) Mar 1, 2026 | Episode 10 ## [How to Build Alignment and Accountability Across Remote Teams — with Tony Greco](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-10-from-proximity-to-purpose-tony-greco) Tony Greco on building alignment, accountability, and connection across remote and global teams, and why one-on-ones matter most. Podcast recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-10-from-proximity-to-purpose-tony-greco) Feb 22, 2026 | Episode 9 ## [Beyond Hustle Culture: Hire Smart People and Get Out of the Way — with Parry Headrick](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-9-beyond-hustle-culture-parry-headrick) Crackle PR founder Parry Headrick challenges hustle culture and outdated agency models, and shares how to hire smart people and get out of the way. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-9-beyond-hustle-culture-parry-headrick) Feb 15, 2026 | Episode 8 ## [Coaching vs. Micromanaging: How to Build a Self-Sufficient Team — with Jason Casarella](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-8-coaching-vs-micromanaging-jason-casarella) Cognitive Research Corporation's Jason Casarella on the real difference between coaching and micromanaging, and how to build a self-sufficient team. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-8-coaching-vs-micromanaging-jason-casarella) Feb 8, 2026 | Episode 7 ## [How to Lead With Mission When the Pressure Is On — with Julie Blasingim](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-7-leading-with-mission-under-pressure-julie-blasingim) Julie Blasingim on leading with mission under pressure, defining what 'best' looks like, and why being easy to work with matters. Podcast recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-7-leading-with-mission-under-pressure-julie-blasingim) Feb 1, 2026 | Episode 6 ## [Making the Leap to Management: Why Difficult Conversations Are a Kindness — with Harry Barnick](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-6-the-leadership-leap-harry-barnick) Harry Barnick on the leap into management: providing clarity, limiting confusion, and why difficult conversations are a kindness. Podcast recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-6-the-leadership-leap-harry-barnick) Jan 26, 2026 | Episode 5 ## [Culture Lives in Everyday Conversations, Not Mission Statements — with Ryan Payne](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-5-the-conversation-advantage-ryan-payne) Ryan Payne on why culture lives in everyday conversations, not mission statements, and why silence never means alignment. Activating Greatness recap. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-5-the-conversation-advantage-ryan-payne) Jan 18, 2026 | Episode 4 ## [Slow Is Smooth, Smooth Is Fast: Building a Momentum Mindset — with Joe Witte](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-4-the-momentum-mindset-joe-witte) Executive coach Joe Witte on the momentum mindset: why effective leadership doesn't have to be complicated and why slow is smooth and smooth is fast. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-4-the-momentum-mindset-joe-witte) Jan 9, 2026 | Episode 3 ## [Why Relationships Still Drive Growth in an Age of Efficiency — with Dan Silvert](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-3-the-human-advantage-dan-silvert) Velocity co-founder Dan Silvert on the human advantage: why relationships drive growth in an age that values efficiency over wisdom. Podcast recap. 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[Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-2-the-culture-shift-brooke-page-thompson) Dec 24, 2025 | Episode 1 ## [Greatness Is a Daily Choice: Why Success Can Be the Enemy of Strategy — with Dave Fechtman](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-1-leading-at-the-highest-level-dave-fechtman) Velocity CEO Dave Fechtman kicks off Activating Greatness: why greatness is a daily choice and why success can be the biggest enemy of strategy. [Read more →](https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/activating-greatness-podcast-episodes/ep-1-leading-at-the-highest-level-dave-fechtman) No episodes match these filters. Clear filters Show more episodes ## Ready to activate greatness on your team? Velocity Advisory Group helps leadership teams build the culture, strategy, and systems that let good people do their best work. 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