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7-minute episodes Uncovering the values, choices, and character behind history’s most influential figures - one story at a time. Episodes out weekly

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  1. Alex Dunn: Looking at Failure Differently

    2024-04-09

    Alex Dunn: Looking at Failure Differently

    Alex Dunn serves as Managing Partner for the Larry H. Miller Company. As part of the executive management team, Alex provides leadership throughout LHMCO’s portfolio of businesses and helps lead the organization’s growth and investment strategy. Dunn most recently formed and served as the CEO of Executive Network Partnering Corporation, a special purpose acquisition entity, which led to the acquisition of Granite Ridge, a $1.2 billion non-operating oil and gas platform in October 2022. Dunn has also held key roles as the president of Vivint SmartHome, co-founder of Vivint Solar, deputy chief of staff to Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney, entrepreneur in residence at General Catalyst Partners, and co-founder and CEO for Lavastorm.

    42 min
  2. Lord Dr. Michael Hastings: Creating a Purpose-Driven Life

    2024-04-09

    Lord Dr. Michael Hastings: Creating a Purpose-Driven Life

    Lord Dr (Michael) Hastings of Scarisbrick CBE has enjoyed a distinguished career in education, government, television broadcasting, business, and public service. He is a member of Parliament the British House of Lords and the Chancellor of Regents University London and the former Global Head of Citizenship for KPMG International. Michael began his career as a high school teacher in London, moving into government service in 1986 supporting policy initiatives to bring employment and development to Britain’s inner cities after some years of high unemployment and race-based disturbances. In 1990 he started working in television on education programming and as a presenter and then as Chief Political Correspondent for GM-TV. In 1994 Michael moved to the BBC as a presenter on the weekly Around Westminster program before joining its Corporate Affairs division. In 1996 he became the BBC’s head of Public Affairs and then its first head of Corporate Social Responsibility before becoming KPMG International's Global Head of Citizenship in 2006. Michael retired from KPMG in 2019. Michael has also been a Trustee of the Vodafone Group Foundation for over 11 years concluding in December 2019 and is now a Governor of the Vodaphone supported MPESA Academy in Nairobi, Kenya, and a Vice President of UNICEF. He is also a Patron of WE – formerly Free the Children; and a former Director of Junior Achievement Worldwide. In 2003, Michael was awarded a CBE (Commander of the British Empire) for services to crime reduction which includes 15 years as Chair of Crime Concern and nine years serving on the Commission for Racial Equality (1993-2001). In 2005, Michael was awarded a life peerage to the House of Lords. In the same year, he received the UNICEF Award from the then UK Chancellor for his outstanding contribution to understanding and effecting solutions for Africa’s children.

    39 min
  3. Douglas Anderson: Right Thing; Right Way

    2024-01-23

    Douglas Anderson: Right Thing; Right Way

    Douglas Anderson is the First Dean of the Huntsman School of Business. He is a graduate of USU with a Bachelors and Masters, and Masters and Doctorate Degrees from Harvard University. Following his studies, he taught in the Harvard MBA Program for a decade before starting the Consulting group ‘the Center for Executive Development’ with 4 other Harvard Professors which he ran for 25 years. In 2006 Doug Anderson became the Dean of the Huntsman School of Business and has been serving in this role ever since.

    41 min

  4. 2023-10-03

    Mike Glauser: Setting Aside Ego

    Dr. Glauser has a special way of meshing timeless wisdom and modern leadership. Discover the profound impact of long-term empowerment through simple practices, as Dr. Glauser shares his journey in the fast-food specialty business, equipping transient workers with lifetime employability skills. Uncover the six universal truths for happiness from his book, "One People, One Planet," as he traverses through ancient religious texts, philosophical teachings, and modern positive psychology. Uncover the transformative power of giving up ego, daily good deeds, and fostering a community of civility amidst rising mental and emotional challenges in today's society. Tune in and explore how nurturing personal happiness and relinquishing ego can be a linchpin for success in both life and careers, a message resonating with leaders striving for a positive, lasting impact in their organizations and communities.

    31 min
  5. Miha Stan: Knowledge is Power

    2023-09-14

    Miha Stan: Knowledge is Power

    Growing up in rural Romania, Miha experienced first hand the impact of living under communist regime. As a teenager, the communist party was overtaken and her spectrum of possibilities changed. Listen as she shares the lessons learned as she has since become a professor, researcher, mother, and leader in her community. Her commitment to lifelong learning and personal autonomy is inspiring. Miha Stan is Assistant Professor of Strategy at the UCL School of Management and her current research focuses on the links between formal structures, organizational learning, and adaptation. More broadly, she is interested in understanding how attributes of the organizational context shape learning outcomes, with an emphasis on the healthcare sector. Prior to joining UCL, Mihaela pursued a Ph.D. in Strategic and International Management from the London Business School and an MBA from Brigham Young University in United States.

    36 min
  6. Bret Crane: Play to Your Strengths

    2023-09-11

    Bret Crane: Play to Your Strengths

    Dr. Bret Crane: Executive Director of Covey Leadership Center at Utah State University In this episode, Dr. Bret Crane, discusses the center's conception, mission, and offerings. He also delves into the Leadership Curriculum implemented in USU classes and emphasizes the significance of recognizing and harnessing your strengths to attain your goals. With extensive experience in the corporate, academic, and research spheres, Dr. Crane shares compelling narratives of leaders applying a principle-centered approach to address real-world issues and overcome management challenges.

    25 min
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7-minute episodes Uncovering the values, choices, and character behind history’s most influential figures - one story at a time. Episodes out weekly

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  • Creator
    The Odyssey Institute
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    6