Take Command: A Leadership Podcast

Dale Carnegie Flagship Podcast, Joe Hart
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Embark on a journey of real-life business insights and inspiring personal growth narratives. Welcome to Dale Carnegie Take Command: A Leadership Podcast, where we seek to uncover what leadership means in today’s world. Hosted by Joe Hart, CEO of Dale Carnegie, we’ll be talking to diverse leaders across various industries to help unlock your potential for success. We’ll be sharing real-life insights into leadership—which in turn can help spark the next level of your growth as a leader.

  1. Keep Sharp in Chaos: A Surgeon's Mindset Hack

    3D AGO

    Keep Sharp in Chaos: A Surgeon's Mindset Hack

    About the Guest: Sanjay Gupta comes from a family of trailblazers. His mother, the first woman engineer hired at Ford Motor Company—a refugee who fled India at age 5—took Dale Carnegie courses to conquer public speaking fears, making How to Win Friends and Influence People a family staple. Inspired by her grit, Sanjay pursued neuroscience early, became a White House fellow, and joined CNN just before 9/11, evolving from healthcare wonk to global reporter on wars, disasters, and outbreaks—while still operating in war zones. That’s why Sanjay is CNN’s Chief Medical Correspondent, a practicing neurosurgeon at Emory, a bestselling author (Keep Sharp), and a Dale Carnegie graduate. He credits the course (taken at 16–17) for turning speaking terror into TV poise for millions. Hear more about blending medicine, media, and mentorship when you listen to this episode of the Dale Carnegie Taking Commandpodcast. What You Will Learn: Insights into how family resilience shapes bold careersLessons in humility as a leadership superpower ("Say 'I don't know'—it galvanizes teams")Stories about Dale Carnegie's hacks like using names and unsolicited praise notesThe hard truth on brain health: movement grows neurons, but brisk walks beat sprints for optimal resultsJoin us for this deep dive into balancing dual careers, learning from everyone, and optimizing your mind for peak performance. Sanjay isn’t just a reporter—he’s a perpetual student turning lessons into action. Tune in today to learn from one of the best. Please rate and review this Episode! We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

    44 min
  2. Driven: Danica Patrick on High-Performance Mindset and Modern Leadership

    JAN 27

    Driven: Danica Patrick on High-Performance Mindset and Modern Leadership

    About the Guest: Danica Patrick grew up in a household where discipline and high standards were the norm, with her father urging, “get up, don’t waste the day.” She started go-karting at 10 and by 14 had dominated nearly every race, which led sponsors to fund her Dale Carnegie course. Her grit propelled her to become a trailblazing race car driver—the first woman to win an IndyCar race, lead laps at the Indy 500, and finish it—while also building a career as an author, podcast host, and media personality. Her mantra of blind faith and expanding comfort zones has guided her journey, proving that “when things are meant for you, they go fast.” Hear her full story on this Take Command episode. What You Will Learn: How embracing early discomfort, like leaving high school to race in England, can forge unshakable confidenceThe role of passion and cumulative effort in bouncing back from setbacksMindset shifts like leaning into change, pushing harder, and knowing when to pivotInsights on resilience, health hacks from her Pretty Intense era to modern biohacking, and her vision for a driving school rooted in real workJoin us for Danica’s candid reflections and practical advice. She doesn’t just talk about success—she shows how courage, grit, and curiosity drive it. Tune in today to learn from one of the most daring and inspiring athletes of our time. Please rate and review this Episode! We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

    39 min
  3. Seismic Shift in the Age of AI: Building Teams That Feel Seen, Heard, and Valued

    JAN 13

    Seismic Shift in the Age of AI: Building Teams That Feel Seen, Heard, and Valued

    About the Guest: Michelle K. Johnston, Ph.D., traces her passion for leadership and connection back to childhood, when she discovered Dale Carnegie’s work in her father’s study and learned the lesson of genuine connection through Carnegie’s story of his dog, Tippy. That early spark shaped her path as a leadership professor, executive coach, bestselling author, and podcast host. Her first book, The Seismic Shift in Leadership, emerged from her work with healthcare executives navigating constant change. Her latest collaboration with the world’s number one executive coach, Marshall Goldsmith, launched in London following Thinkers50 conversations on why humanity will always outperform technology. Michelle encourages leaders to shift their focus from the constant “what” of tasks to the critical “who” of people, starting with themselves. A former Loyola University leadership professor, she now coaches CEOs and senior executives to rethink calendars, rebuild engagement, and lead in ways that reduce burnout and increase results. Her message is clear: connection isn’t soft. It drives retention, satisfaction, and real business performance. What You Will Learn: Why today’s loneliness epidemic rivals the health impact of smoking 15 cigarettes a dayHow your calendar reveals your true priorities and how to redesign it around peopleWhy digital meetings don’t automatically create connectionSimple questions that deepen trust and engagementHow small language shifts can transform feedback and relationshipsThis episode of Take Command is a thoughtful, energizing conversation about leading with heart in a high-tech world. Michelle blends timeless Dale Carnegie principles with modern leadership realities, offering practical wisdom you can apply right away. Tune in to connect more deeply and lead more effectively. Please rate and review this Episode! We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

    39 min
  4. Eagles Don’t Fly in Packs: Courage, Faith, and Leadership

    12/09/2025

    Eagles Don’t Fly in Packs: Courage, Faith, and Leadership

    About the Guest: John Hope Bryant leads the nation’s largest nonprofit provider of financial literacy services for youth and adults. Recognized globally, he was named to the Forbes BLK50 List in 2024 and TIME Magazine’s inaugural The Closers List. A best-selling author and CNBC contributor, he reaches millions through his ‘Straight Talk’ series and continues to advance economic opportunity and inclusive capitalism. What You Will Learn: Why becoming the person you’re meant to be often confuses others How courage, optimism, and faith drive leadership Lessons from Dale Carnegie on influence and growth The mindset shifts that separate good leaders from great ones Join us for this inspiring conversation with John about acting boldly, embracing fear, and evolving into your best self.   Lukas Please rate and review this Episode! We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

    42 min
  5. 95% Decisions, 100% Impact: Rethinking Leadership

    11/25/2025

    95% Decisions, 100% Impact: Rethinking Leadership

    About the Guest: Bill Anderson grew up learning the value of influence and positive leadership from his parents, who instilled in him the importance of helping others succeed. As a teen, he took a Dale Carnegie course that shaped his communication and storytelling skills—tools he has carried throughout his career. He has held leadership roles across major organizations, including leading transformations that stripped away layers of bureaucracy and replaced them with models that empower employees, focus on purpose, and accelerate results. Bill’s philosophy is simple but profound: give people the tools, trust, and freedom to make decisions, and incredible things will happen. Bill has guided organizations with tens of thousands of employees and operations in over 100 countries, using leadership principles that emphasize humility, clarity, and impact. He says, “I sat down with my team… and said, I can’t do this myself. No way. The only way this is gonna work is if all of us are totally committed to this.” What You Will Learn: Why empowering people at all levels drives better decisions and faster executionHow to break bureaucracy and redesign organizations around mission and purposeThe power of curiosity and relentless improvement in leadershipHow storytelling and influence can inspire people and create meaningful changeJoin us for this episode to explore what it means to lead boldly, focus on people, and make systems work for humans—not the other way around. Bill doesn’t just talk about leadership theory; he shows how to implement it at scale, creating organizations that are faster, smarter, and more empowering. Tune in today to learn from one of the most impactful leaders in modern business. Please rate and review this Episode! We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

    39 min
  6. When the World Stopped, They Kept Moving: A Journey from Fear to Freedom

    11/11/2025

    When the World Stopped, They Kept Moving: A Journey from Fear to Freedom

    About the Guests: Mark Fitzmaurice is a Carnegie Master Trainer who has certified trainers worldwide and authored the “Simple Structures” that transformed Dale Carnegie’s global training standards. Juliette Dennett served as President of the International Franchise Association, guiding a diverse network through times of change. Together, they’ve impacted tens of thousands of lives and continue to champion lifelong learning. What You Will Learn: How to lead through uncertainty with courage and creativityWhy culture matters more than performance—and how to protect itThe Dale Carnegie principles that sustain leaders in good times and badHow partnership and respect can turn differences into strengthsWhy lifelong learning is the key to staying relevant in a fast-changing worldJoin us for this inspiring conversation with Mark Fitzmaurice and Juliette Dennett. Whether you’re building a business, leading a team, or navigating change, their story will remind you that leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about values, vision, and the courage to keep moving forward. Please rate and review this Episode! We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

    41 min
  7. Empathy, the Hidden Superpower of a Modern CEO

    10/28/2025

    Empathy, the Hidden Superpower of a Modern CEO

    Special Listener Offer: As a thank-you for tuning in, enjoy 20% off orders of $149 or more at Omaha Steaks! Use this link to shop and automatically get your discount: https://www.omahasteaks.com/dale Offer expires: November 30, 2025Business holiday gifts: Companies can also get a free gift with qualifying orders here: www.omahasteaks.com/CEOAbout the Guest: Nate Rempe is the President and CEO of Omaha Steaks—the first non-family member to hold this role in over a century. A former CIO turned CEO, Nate is a technologist at heart, a passionate advocate for talent development, and a leader who believes in empowering others to do more than they think possible. He’s also a musician, a mentor, and a dedicated husband and father. What You Will Learn: Why empathy is the ultimate leadership superpowerHow to prepare for a role before you have the titlePractical ways to push past fear and build confidenceThe secret to hiring and empowering great talentWhy balance—not burnout—fuels long-term successJoin us for this inspiring conversation about grit, growth, and the kind of leadership that leaves a legacy. Whether you’re leading a team, mentoring others, or navigating your own career pivot, this episode will help you take command—one bold step at a time. 🎧 Listen now and discover why empathy might just be your greatest leadership advantage. Please rate and review this Episode! We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

    41 min
  8. Climbing Higher: Leadership Lessons from Adversity to Impact

    10/14/2025

    Climbing Higher: Leadership Lessons from Adversity to Impact

    About the Guest: Jose Garcia is the President of Alberici Constructors, one of the top construction firms in the U.S. He’s a West Point, Stanford, and MIT graduate, a passionate advocate for mentorship, and the founder of Strong to Serve, a nonprofit supporting orphans in Nicaragua. His story is one of bold choices, deep character, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. What You Will Learn: Why adversity can be the foundation for leadershipHow feedback, when given with care, unlocks growthWhy self-awareness is the #1 predictor of leadership successHow Dale Carnegie’s principles shaped a servant leaderThe power of mindset in building culture and thriving teamsJoin us for this inspiring conversation about grit, growth, and the kind of leadership that leaves a legacy. Whether you're leading a team, mentoring others, or climbing your own mountain, this episode will help you take command—one step, one breath at a time. Please rate and review this Episode! We'd love to hear from you! Leaving a review helps us ensure we deliver content that resonates with you. Your feedback can inspire others to join our Take Command: A Dale Carnegie Podcast community & benefit from the leadership insights we share.

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Embark on a journey of real-life business insights and inspiring personal growth narratives. Welcome to Dale Carnegie Take Command: A Leadership Podcast, where we seek to uncover what leadership means in today’s world. Hosted by Joe Hart, CEO of Dale Carnegie, we’ll be talking to diverse leaders across various industries to help unlock your potential for success. We’ll be sharing real-life insights into leadership—which in turn can help spark the next level of your growth as a leader.

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  • Creator
    Dale Carnegie Flagship Podcast, Joe Hart
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    101
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    © 2025 Dale Carnegie & Associates
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