The A to Z Podcast

Dr. AZ Habtewold
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The A to Z Podcast brings you bold conversations and expert insights at the intersection of leadership, business, real estate, and investing. Hosted by Dr. AZ, each episode dives deep into strategies, stories, and success frameworks that empower professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to grow and thrive.  Whether you’re seeking fresh perspectives on organizational, leadership, or personal development, practical tools for scaling your business, or insider knowledge on real estate and investment opportunities, The A to Z Podcast equips you with actionable wisdom to take your impact to the next level. 📣 For media outlets interested in interviewing Dr. AZ, view the Media Pitch Kit: https://tinyurl.com/3b3txj4d 🎙 If you’d like to be featured as a guest, check out the Guest Kit: https://tinyurl.com/4f3usz93

  1. Aug 19

    The Greatness Hour | Episode 2: The Questions That Shape Your Destiny

    Have you ever noticed that the quality of your life is often determined by the quality of the questions you ask? Most people spend years pursuing success, security, and recognition, yet many still struggle with uncertainty, dissatisfaction, or the feeling that something is missing. In this episode of The Greatness Hour, we'll explore a handful of timeless questions that have guided some of history's greatest thinkers, leaders, and purpose-driven individuals. These aren't questions to answer casually—they are questions that can reshape how you see yourself, your purpose, your decisions, and ultimately your legacy. We'll discuss why these questions matter, why so many people avoid asking them, and how your answers influence the direction of your life. Throughout the conversation, I'll share personal experiences, historical examples, and practical insights to help you reflect more deeply on your own journey. If you've ever wondered whether you're living the life you were created to live, this conversation is for you. Join us for another thought-provoking episode of The Greatness Hour. Ignite Your Purpose. Unchain Your Greatness. The book mentioned in the episode: Unchain YourGreatness, which shared the common roadmap the great ones followed to unchain their highest self: https://theatozinstitute.com/unchain-your-greatness #TheGreatnessHour #Purpose #PurposeDrivenLife #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #SelfLeadership #Mindset #GrowthMindset #IntentionalLiving #MeaningfulLife #Legacy #LeadershipDevelopment #PersonalDevelopment #LiveWithPurpose #UnlockYourPotential #DrAZ

    The Greatness Hour | Episode 2: The Questions That Shape Your Destiny

  2. Aug 8

    The Greatness Hour | Episode 1: You Are Meant to Be Great

    Welcome to the premiere of The Greatness Hour! What if greatness isn't reserved for the exceptionally talented, the wealthy, the famous, or the fortunate? What if it's something every one of us was created to discover, develop, and express? If that's true, why do so many people hesitate to even talk about greatness? Why do many struggle to believe they have greatness within them? And even when they sense they were created for something more, why do so few pursue it? In this foundational episode, we'll challenge some of the world's biggest misconceptions about greatness, purpose, success, and significance. I'll share stories from my own journey, along with examples from history and everyday life, to explore why so many people settle for less than their potential and what it truly means to live a life of purpose, impact, and legacy. This conversation also lays the foundation for everything we'll explore in future episodes by introducing the definition of greatness that will guide this show and the journey we'll take together. Whether you're a professional, entrepreneur, leader, student, or someone searching for greater meaning and direction, I hope this conversation challenges your thinking, expands your perspective, and inspires you to pursue the unique contribution only you can make. Join me for the very first episode of The Greatness Hour as we begin a journey of discovering, developing, and deploying the greatness within. Ignite Your Purpose. Unchain Your Greatness. Invite a friend, and let's begin this journey together. Two books mentioned in the episode: 1. The Highest Level of Greatness, which shared the three common attributes of the great ones from diverse cultures and generations: https://theatozinstitute.com/the-highest-level-of-greatness 2. Unchain YourGreatness, which shared the common roadmap the great ones followed to unchain their highest self: https://theatozinstitute.com/unchain-your-greatness #TheGreatnessHour #YouAreMeantToBeGreat #Purpose #Greatness #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Mindset #SelfLeadership #LiveWithPurpose #Legacy #GrowthMindset #LeadershipDevelopment #Entrepreneurship #PersonalDevelopment #UnlockYourPotential #PurposeDrivenLife #Inspiration #DrAZ

  3. Aug 7

    The Two Parts of Every Speech That Matter Most: Hook Fast. Close Strong

    Did you know that your audience often decides within seconds whether they'll continue listening? Years ago, speakers had several minutes to earn attention. Today, whether you're speaking in person or online, the first 30–60 seconds can determine whether people lean in—or tune out. And no matter how good your content is, a weak ending can diminish an otherwise great presentation. In this live session, based on my book Speaking for Impact, I'll share practical strategies to help you master the two parts of every speech that carry the greatest influence: the opening and the closing. You'll learn: 1. How to hook your audience within the first 30–60 seconds. 2. Real opening examples that immediately capture attention. 3. Why attention spans have dramatically changed—and what today's speakers must do differently. 4. How to end with clarity, confidence, and a memorable call to action. 5. Practical techniques you can apply immediately in presentations, meetings, interviews, sales conversations, podcasts, and keynote speeches. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, trainer, educator, sales professional, or aspiring speaker, this session will help you become a more compelling communicator and leave every audience wanting more. This session is based on principles from my book, Speaking for Impact, where I share practical frameworks for delivering messages that inform, influence, and inspire. To learn more about the book Speaking for Impact and check out the outline, sample chapter, a free audit, and explanation about our coaching and Workshops on presentation skills: https://theatozinstitute.com/speaking-for-impact #SpeakingForImpact #SpeakingForImpactBook #PublicSpeaking #PresentationSkills #CommunicationSkills #LeadershipCommunication #ExecutivePresence #PresentationTips #Influence #Storytelling #ProfessionalDevelopment #Leadership #PersonalBranding #SpeakerDevelopment #DrAZ

    The Two Parts of Every Speech That Matter Most: Hook Fast. Close Strong

  4. Jul 19

    The Hidden Power of Stories: Why Facts Inform, but Stories Connect

    Have you ever wondered why some presentations, pitches, and conversations are instantly memorable while others are quickly forgotten? In this LIVE session, we'll explore why stories are one of the most powerful communication tools available to leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and speakers. We'll also distinguish true stories from their close relatives—such as narration, reporting, and anecdotes—and uncover why they don't all have the same impact. Finally, we'll dive into one specific type of story that can dramatically strengthen your presentations, writing, sales conversations, and leadership communication. If you want your message to be remembered—not just heard—this session is for you. Two books mentioned in this live session: 1. Speaking for impact. To learn more about the book and get it from Amazon: https://theatozinstitute.com/speaking-for-impact 2. Scale to Last. To learn more about the book and get it from Amazon: https://theatozinstitute.com/scale-to-last #Leadership #Storytelling #CommunicationSkills #PublicSpeaking #ExecutivePresence #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessCommunication #PresentationSkills #Entrepreneurship #Influence

    The Hidden Power of Stories: Why Facts Inform, but Stories Connect

  5. Jul 19

    The Leadership Mirror: Why Self-Awareness Comes Before Leading Others

    Most leadership experts agree on one foundational principle: before you can effectively lead others, you must first learn to lead yourself. But self-leadership begins with self-awareness—understanding who you are, what makes you unique, what you stand for, and recognizing both your strengths, limitations, and your blind spots. In this LIVE session, I'll share the practical methods I use to become more self-aware, along with three pieces of honest (and not-so-flattering) feedback I've received over the years, how I discovered them, and what I did with that feedback. Whether you're an executive, manager, entrepreneur, or aspiring leader, I hope these lessons help you grow as a leader from the inside out. To learn more about the assessment-based programs that we have that could increase the self-awareness of your people, check this web page: https://theatozinstitute.com/the-leadership-assessment-and-development-center #Leadership #SelfLeadership #SelfAwareness #LeadershipDevelopment #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalIntelligence #ExecutiveLeadership #LeadershipJourney #GrowthMindset #TheAToZInstitute

    The Leadership Mirror: Why Self-Awareness Comes Before Leading Others

  6. Jul 19

    Thinking Beyond Growth: The Hidden Vehicles That Help Businesses Scale

    Many founders hope their businesses will scale someday—but hope is not a scaling strategy. In this live session, based on insights from my recent book, Scale to Last, we'll explore the many vehicles organizations can use to grow beyond the founder. While most entrepreneurs think of hiring more people or selling more products, there are far more strategic options available. We'll discuss how to think intentionally about scaling and examine a range of approaches that can help your business expand its impact, capacity, and long-term value. Whether you're an entrepreneur, founder, business owner, executive, or someone working with founders, this session will challenge you to think differently about growth and build a business designed to scale—not just survive. Join the conversation live! To learn more about the book and complementary audit mentioned in the video: https://theatozinstitute.com/scale-to-last #ScaleToLast #BusinessGrowth #BusinessScaling #Entrepreneurship #Founders #Leadership #BusinessStrategy #ScaleYourBusiness #GrowthStrategy #OrganizationalGrowth #Innovation #SmallBusiness #CEO #BusinessDevelopment #TheAToZPodcast

    Thinking Beyond Growth: The Hidden Vehicles That Help Businesses Scale

  7. Jul 19

    Three Strategic Planning Mistakes That Quietly Cost Organizations Their Competitive Edge

    Many organizations invest significant time and resources in strategic planning, yet still struggle to execute, adapt, and sustain a competitive advantage. The problem often isn't a lack of effort—it's a few critical mistakes made long before execution begins. In this LIVE session, I'll share three common but often overlooked strategic planning mistakes that can undermine alignment, ownership, and long-term success. Whether you're a CEO, executive, business owner, nonprofit leader, or manager, you'll walk away with practical insights to strengthen your organization's strategic thinking and execution. If strategy is one of your competitive advantages, you won't want to miss this conversation. Gaining strategic Edge is so important, I wrote a book Strategic Edge. Check out the book: https://theatozinstitute.com/strategic-edge #StrategicPlanning #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #ExecutiveLeadership #OrganizationalLeadership #StrategyExecution #BusinessGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #OrganizationalCulture #theatozinstitute

    Three Strategic Planning Mistakes That Quietly Cost Organizations Their Competitive Edge

  8. Jul 19

    3 Awkward Classroom Moments: And How I Turned Them Around

    Every speaker, trainer, leader, and entrepreneur who stands before an audience will eventually face an unexpected moment. A participant may challenge you publicly. Someone may say or do something that catches you completely off guard. Or a situation may unfold that tests not only your presentation skills—but your credibility. These moments happen. During more than 20 years of facilitating workshops and speaking engagements, I've encountered hundreds of them. The difference isn't whether they happen; it's how you respond. In this LIVE session, I'll share three real classroom experiences that could have gone very differently. I'll explain what happened, what was going through my mind, why I chose the responses I did, and the practical lessons you can apply the next time you're under pressure. These stories also connect to principles from my book, Speaking for Impact, where I discuss how to recover from stumbles, unexpected situations, and awkward moments without losing your audience. Whether you're a speaker, trainer, facilitator, executive, entrepreneur, educator, or anyone who regularly leads meetings, you'll leave with practical strategies for protecting—and even strengthening—your credibility when the unexpected happens. As mentioned in the video, to learn more about how to speak with confidence, presence, and handle some setbacks, awkward moments professionally and calmly, check out the book Speaking for Impact: https://theatozinstitute.com/speaking-for-impact

    3 Awkward Classroom Moments: And How I Turned Them Around
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The A to Z Podcast brings you bold conversations and expert insights at the intersection of leadership, business, real estate, and investing. Hosted by Dr. AZ, each episode dives deep into strategies, stories, and success frameworks that empower professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to grow and thrive.  Whether you’re seeking fresh perspectives on organizational, leadership, or personal development, practical tools for scaling your business, or insider knowledge on real estate and investment opportunities, The A to Z Podcast equips you with actionable wisdom to take your impact to the next level. 📣 For media outlets interested in interviewing Dr. AZ, view the Media Pitch Kit: https://tinyurl.com/3b3txj4d 🎙 If you’d like to be featured as a guest, check out the Guest Kit: https://tinyurl.com/4f3usz93

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  • Creator
    Dr. AZ Habtewold
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    120
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The A to Z Podcast
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