The 30 Minute Hour™

Eric Twiggs and Ted Fells

The 30 Minute Hour is a top-ranked leadership podcast for CEOs and senior executives operating at the highest level. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders across business, technology, and government—revealing how they think, lead, and execute in high-stakes environments. Listeners gain practical insights on driving results and scaling impact, while guests expand their influence and connect with other decision-makers. If you’re responsible for outcomes—not just activity—this podcast gives you the edge.

  1. 1d ago

    🚨#430--Why Every CEO Must Think Like a CIO (Before It's Too Late)

    What if the biggest threat to your company isn't your competition...but your technology strategy? This week on The 30 Minute Hour, we sit down with John Melott, CIO of Labrie Environmental Group, to discuss why every CEO must think like a CIO—before it's too late. From IBM and Accenture to leading technology transformation across multiple industries, John shares: - How leaders can future-proof their organizations - The biggest technology mistakes executives make - Why cybersecurity is now a leadership issue - How AI is reshaping the future of business If you're a CEO, CIO, or senior executive, this conversation could change the way you lead. PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Click or copy here to find out: https://bit.ly/AIReadypodcast #Leadership #CIO #AI #Cybersecurity #The30MinuteHour

    🚨#430--Why Every CEO Must Think Like a CIO (Before It's Too Late)

  2. 4d ago

    🚨 The One AI Habit That Separates Great Leaders | 3 Minute Monday

    🎙️ The 30 Minute Hour Podcast | Episode #429 🎬 Episode 3 of 3 Minute Monday .Most leaders use AI to save time. The best leaders use AI to make better decisions. In this episode of 3 Minute Monday, Eric Twiggs reveals the one AI habit that separates great leaders from everyone else: asking better questions. 💡 In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ Why most leaders are underutilizing AI ✅ How to ask AI questions that produce insight—not just content ✅ A simple prompt every executive should try today ✅ Why better questions lead to better decisions ✅ The cybersecurity mistake leaders must avoid 🧠 Twiggable Quote: "If your questions stay the same...Your results will stay the same." Ask with intention...Lead with distinction. 🎙️ Want to go deeper?Subscribe to The 30 Minute Hour Podcast for conversations with CEOs, CIOs, CISOs, and senior executives on AI, cybersecurity, leadership, and business growth. 👍 If you found this valuable, Like, Comment, and Subscribe for a new 3 Minute Monday every week. 🔔 Share this with another leader who wants to leverage AI before the competition does. 🚀 New episodes of 3 Minute Monday drop every Monday with practical AI and cybersecurity insights for leaders. Subscribe today and stay ahead of the competition. ▶️ Missed Episode 2? ?Listen to "The Biggest AI Mistake Leaders Make" ( episode #427) to learn why waiting for the perfect AI strategy is costing organizations time, opportunity, and competitive advantage. PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard:  https://bit.ly/AIReadypodcast #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIForBusiness #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #CEO

    🚨 The One AI Habit That Separates Great Leaders | 3 Minute Monday

  3. Jul 16

    #428--The AI Leadership Advantage Nobody Is Talking About

    🚀 AI is changing business faster than ever—but the biggest advantage isn't adopting AI first... it's leading it wisely. In this episode of The 30 Minute Hour Podcast, we sit down with Aimee Cardwell, former CIO and CISO at UnitedHealth Group and former VP at American Express, to reveal how today's top leaders are implementing AI responsibly while creating a competitive advantage. 💡 In this episode you'll discover: ✅ The biggest AI leadership mistakes to avoid ✅ How to balance innovation with security and compliance ✅ Why responsible AI accelerates business instead of slowing it down ✅ What every CEO, CIO, CISO, and executive should know before scaling AI If you're leading your organization into the AI era, this conversation is essential. 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with CEOs, CIOs, CISOs, and senior executives operating at the highest level. PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard:  https://bit.ly/AIReadypodcast #Leadership #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Cybersecurity #CEO

    #428--The AI Leadership Advantage Nobody Is Talking About

  4. Jul 13

    🚨 The Biggest AI Mistake Leaders Make | 3 Minute Monday

    AI for business leaders doesn't have to be complicated. Learn practical AI and cybersecurity strategies in under three minutes! 🚨 The Biggest AI Mistake Leaders Make | 3 Minute Monday🎙️ The 30 Minute Hour Podcast | Episode #427 🎬 Episode 2 of 3 Minute Monday Most leaders aren't falling behind because they lack an AI strategy...They're falling behind because they're waiting for the "perfect" AI strategy before taking action. ⚠️ In this episode of **3 Minute Monday**, Eric Twiggs reveals the biggest mistake leaders make with AI and shares a simple framework to help you gain a competitive advantage—without the overwhelm. 💡 **In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ The #1 AI mistake slowing leaders down ✅ Why waiting is costing organizations time and opportunity ✅ How to start leveraging AI with one simple step ✅ A practical leadership challenge you can implement this week 🧠 **Twiggable Quote:***"Innovation without guardrails creates unnecessary risk." *🎙️ **Want to go deeper? Subscribe to **The 30 Minute Hour Podcast** for conversations with CEOs, CIOs, CISOs, and senior executives on AI, cybersecurity, leadership, and business growth. 👍 If you found this valuable, **Like**, **Comment**, and **Subscribe** for a new **3 Minute Monday** every Monday. 🔔 Share this with another leader who wants to leverage AI before the competition does. 🚀 **New episodes of 3 Minute Monday drop every Monday** with practical AI and cybersecurity insights for leaders. **Subscribe today and stay ahead of the competition.** ▶️ **Missed Episode 1? Listen to **"The AI Mistake That Could Cost Leaders Everything"** to learn why the leaders who embrace AI today will gain tomorrow's competitive advantage. ( Episode #426) PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard:  https://bit.ly/AIReadypodcast #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIForBusiness #Cybersecurity #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership

    🚨 The Biggest AI Mistake Leaders Make | 3 Minute Monday

  5. Jul 6

    🚨#426-- The AI Mistake That Could Cost Leaders Everything | 3 Minute Monday

    What if the biggest threat to your business isn't AI... but your competitors using AI before you do? 🤔 In this episode of 3 Minute Monday, Eric Twiggs shares how business leaders can leverage AI to gain a competitive advantage while avoiding the cybersecurity risks that come with it.💡 In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ Why AI is changing the competitive landscape ✅ How cybercriminals are leveraging AI ✅ One question every leader should ask their team this week ✅ A practical action you can take today 🎙️ Want to go deeper? Listen to Episode #419 of The 30 Minute Hour Podcast featuring cybersecurity executive Gavin Guttersen, where we discuss how AI is transforming business and what every executive needs to know to stay ahead. 👍 If you found this valuable, Like, Comment, and Subscribe for a new 3 Minute Monday every week! 🔔 Share this with another leader who wants to stay ahead of the competition. PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard:  https://bit.ly/AIReadypodcast #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Cybersecurity #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #CEO

    🚨#426-- The AI Mistake That Could Cost Leaders Everything | 3 Minute Monday

  6. Jul 2

    🚨 #425--Why Good Leaders Avoid Tough Conversations 🎙️🔥

    Most leadership failures don't happen because leaders lack talent. They happen because leaders avoid the conversation they know they need to have. 💡 Why do smart, capable, well-intentioned leaders stay silent when it matters most? On this episode of The 30 Minute Hour Podcast, we're joined by Virginia State Delegate Jackie Glass—leader, civic entrepreneur, and co-host of Your Neighbor's Hood—for a powerful discussion about the courage to tackle the conversations most people avoid. You'll discover: ✅ Why avoiding difficult conversations damages trust. ✅ How to navigate discussions around race, culture, and leadership with confidence. ✅ The mindset every leader needs to unite people instead of dividing them. ✅ Practical strategies for leading through disagreement and conflict. Whether you lead a business, a team, a community, or your own family, this conversation will challenge you to become the kind of leader people trust when the stakes are highest. 🎧 Don't miss this impactful episode! PS.🎥 Want to reach more people without creating more content? We use StreamYard to power The 30 Minute Hour Podcast. Stream live to Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other social media platforms simultaneously—all from one place. 👉 Check it out here: https://bit.ly/30minutehour

    🚨 #425--Why Good Leaders Avoid Tough Conversations 🎙️🔥

  7. Jun 25

    🎙️#424-- TV News Anchor Secrets Every Professional Should Know

    📺✨What does it really take to succeed in front of the camera—and behind the scenes? 🤔 Join us as TV News Anchor and Producer Taylor Day shares the lessons, habits, and strategies that helped her rise from editor to on-air talent in less than two years. 🚀 Whether you're building a career in media, leadership, business, or personal branding, you'll discover valuable insights on communication, confidence, storytelling, and standing out in a competitive world. 🎯 🔥 Don't miss this inspiring conversation packed with practical wisdom for anyone looking to elevate their professional game. PS. 🎥 Want to reach more people without creating more content? We use StreamYard to power The 30 Minute Hour Podcast. Stream live to Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other social media platforms simultaneously—all from one place. 👉 Check it out here: https://bit.ly/30minutehour #The30MinuteHour #BroadcastJournalism #TVNews #Leadership #PersonalBranding #CareerSuccess #Storytelling #ProfessionalDevelopment 🎙️📺🚀

    🎙️#424-- TV News Anchor Secrets Every Professional Should Know

  8. Jun 18

    🚨 #423--What CEOs Get Wrong About Cybersecurity 🚨

    Most leaders think cybersecurity is about protection… But what if that mindset is actually slowing your business down? ⚠️In this episode, we sit down with Adam Palmer, Global Chief Information Security Officer for a $30B financial institution, to break down the costly misconceptions CEOs make—and how elite leaders turn cyber risk into strategic advantage. 💡You’ll discover how to lead with confidence during high-stakes moments, align security with growth, and make decisions your board will trust. 📈This isn’t about IT. It’s about leadership. 🎯 PS.🎥 Want to reach more people without creating more content? We use StreamYard to power The 30 Minute Hour Podcast. Stream live to Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other social media platforms simultaneously—all from one place. 👉 Check it out here: ⁠https://bit.ly/30minutehour

    🚨 #423--What CEOs Get Wrong About Cybersecurity 🚨
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The 30 Minute Hour is a top-ranked leadership podcast for CEOs and senior executives operating at the highest level. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders across business, technology, and government—revealing how they think, lead, and execute in high-stakes environments. Listeners gain practical insights on driving results and scaling impact, while guests expand their influence and connect with other decision-makers. If you’re responsible for outcomes—not just activity—this podcast gives you the edge.

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  • Creator
    Eric Twiggs and Ted Fells
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    430
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Eric Twiggs and Ted Fells
  • Show Website
    The 30 Minute Hour™