Life in the Leadership Lane

Bruce Waller

Welcome to “Life in the Leadership Lane” where Bruce Waller is talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in their communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there? Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane!

  1. Sep 18

    272. Britt Brown, WERC Ambassador “Celebrating CRP Day” on Life in the Leadership Lane!

    Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Britt Brown, CRP GDS, Directorof Market Development at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate / The Mosiello Group and WERC Ambassador: How did Britt get started in relocation? What story does Bitt share about getting her CRP designation?What does Britt share about the benefits of having aCRP? What does Britt share about Celebrating CRP DAY onSeptember 22?What does Britt share about WERC Global Conference?What advice does Britt share to help others in theworkplace? What is on Britt’s CRP Play list – that’s the real question!  Interview resources: Favorite quote from Britt: “The CRP was on my vision board as soon as I became a relocation director.” Connect with Britt – ask her about the CRP Template to celebrate your CRP! Learn more about the CRP Join the CRP Forum Register for WERC Conference Visit WERC Learn more about the podcast host Bruce Waller Check out Bruce’s books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success toSignificance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; MovingLeaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books) Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track.Connect with Bruce on LinkTree Subscribe to Bruce’s Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods or commercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

  2. Sep 17

    271. Brook Donovan, Jayhawk SHRM on Life in the Leadership Lane – Building Relationships!

    Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Brook Donovan, SHRM-SCP, Human Resources Manager at PROSOCO, Inc, 2026 Jayhawk SHRM President Elect… How did Brook get started in her career? When did Brook “Find Her Lane” in her career?What does Brook share about being kind?What does Brook share about Jayhawk SHRM Conference?How does Brook define success for Jayhawk SHRM conference?What tips does Brook share to build relationships?What advice does Brook share to help others in theworkplace? …and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with afew more questions.  Interview resources: Favorite quote from Brook: “While you’re an individual contributor, you are part of a team.” Connect with Brook on LinkedIn Learn more about Jayhawk SHRM Register for 2026 Business Leadership Conference Learn more about the podcast host Bruce Waller Check out Bruce’s books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success to Significance (#1 New Released book on Amazon) Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books) Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track. Connect with Bruce on LinkTree Subscribe to Bruce’s Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods orcommercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

  3. Sep 3

    270. Christine Vergos, Chief People Officer on Life in the Leadership Lane – Recognize and Inspire!

    Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Christine Vergos, Chief People Officer at The Beck Group How did Christine get started in her career? What does Christine share about trust in the workplace?When did Christine “Find Her Lane” in her career?What does Christine share about sharing feedback?How does Christine define leadership?What does Christine share about “great places towork”? What does Christine share about “persuasion and selling”? What tips does Christine share to recognize peoplein the workplace?What advice does Christine share to help others inthe workplace?…and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with afew more questions.  Interview resources: Favorite quote from Christine: “It’s not just the manager’s job to recognize people, it’severyone’s job to recognize and appreciate others.” Connect with Christine on LinkedIn Learn more about The Beck Group Learn more about the podcast host Bruce Waller Check out Bruce’s books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success toSignificance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books)Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track.Connect with Bruce on LinkTree Subscribe to Bruce’s Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods orcommercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

  4. Aug 20

    269. Clint Pulver, Emmy Award Winner, HRSouthwest Conference Keynote on Life in the Leadership Lane

    Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Clint Pulver, 2026 Keynote Speaker at The HRSouthwest Conference and Author of the book, “I Love It Here!” Featured on America’s Got Talent, Clint is an Emmy Award Winner, Hall of Fame Keynote Speaker, Professional Drummer, Undercover Millennial, and Top Employee Retention Expert. How did Clint get started in his career? What led himto speaking? What does Clint share about being an undercover millennial?What does Clint share about changing culture?What does Clint share about gaps between leaders andemployees?What does Clint share about mastering moments?What road signs does Clint share attendees will be watching for? What advice does Clint share to help others in theworkplace? …and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with afew more questions.  Interview resources: Favorite quote from Clint: “You can change culture by getting good at doing small things consistently over a long period of time.” Connect with Clint on LinkedIn Visit Clint’s website Register now for The HRSouthwest Conference Learn more about the podcast host Bruce Waller Check out Bruce’s books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success toSignificance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books)Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track.Connect with Bruce on LinkTree Subscribe to Bruce’s Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods or commercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

  5. Aug 17

    268. Adrianne Court Petruska, Founder & CEO ThriftScore on Life in the Leadership Lane!

    Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Adrianne Court Petruska, Founder& Chief Vision Officer (CEO), ThriftScore: How did Adrianne get started bargain shopping andthrifting? What led Adrianne to the idea of ThirftScore?What story does Adrianne share about shopping withher mom at an early age?What statistics does Adrianne share about the second-hand shopping market? What does Adrianne share about bringing shopping communities together? What does Adrianne share about the ThriftScore APP?What tips does Adrianne share about exploring athrift store?What does Adrianne share about naming the company “ThriftScore”? How does Adrianne celebrate National Thrift Shop Day?  Interview resources: Favorite quote from Adrianne: “Our vision is to be a place where the secondhand world cangather in a place that’s safe, connected, learning, and growing.” Photo from 1973: Adrianne with mom and dad at Christmasfirst thrifting memory (4:21 mark) Email Adrianne: adrianne@thriftscore.com or info@thriftscore.com Visit thriftscore.com Scan ThriftStore QRCode Learn more about the podcast host Bruce Waller Check out Bruce’s books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success toSignificance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books) Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track.Connect with Bruce on LinkTree Subscribe to Bruce’s Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods orcommercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

  6. Aug 11

    267. Kolby Goodman, The HRSouthwest Conference Spotlight on Life in the Leadership Lane: Re-Direct!

    Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Kolby Goodman, Speaker at The HRSouthwest Conference 2026, Topic: “Building Your A-Team in the AI Age!” How did Kolby get started in his career? What led himto speaking? What does Kolby share about solving problems?What does Kolby share about mindset shift?What does Kolby share about redirecting questions?What does Kolby share about building an A-Team in anAI Age?What road signs does Kolby share attendees will be watching for? What advice does Kolby share to help others in theworkplace?…and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with afew more questions.  Interview resources: Favorite quote from Kolby: “I want my audience to walk away with a mindset shift.” Connect with Kolby on LinkedIn Visit Kolby’s website Register now for The HRSouthwest Conference Learn more about the podcast host Bruce Waller Check out Bruce’s books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success toSignificance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books)Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track.Connect with Bruce on LinkTree Subscribe to Bruce’s Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods or commercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

  7. Jul 20

    266. April Minatrea Transform Self Talk at The HRSouthwest Conference on Life in the Leadership Lane

    Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with April Minatrea, PhD, Speaker at The HRSouthwest Conference 2026, Pre-Conference Workshop Topic: “Reclaim You’re a Game, Overcome Leadership Injury, and Breakout Session: “Heavenly Chocolate, Transform Your Self Talk”   How did April get started in her career? What led herto Psychology, Executive Coaching, and Speaking?What email does April share that “changedher career”?What does April share about “reclaiming your A-game"?What does April share about “transforming your selftalk”?What does April share about “multiplying” impact?What does April share about “peace and presence”?What advice does April share to help others in theworkplace?…and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with afew more questions. Interview resources: Favorite quote from April: “It’s not about grinding more. It’s about stepping into the flow of grace” Connect with April on LinkedIn Visit April’s website Register now for The HRSouthwest Conference Learn more about the podcast host Bruce Waller Check out Bruce’s books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success toSignificance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books)Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track. Connect with Bruce on LinkTree Subscribe to Bruce’s Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods or commercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

  8. Jul 10

    265. Joseph Cope, The HRSouthwest Conference Spotlight on Life in the Leadership Lane Fierce Empathy

    Welcome to Life in the Leadership Lane where I am talking to leaders making a difference in the workplace and in our communities. How did they get to where they are and what are they doing to stay there! Buckle up and get ready to accelerate in the Leadership Lane! This week, I am talking with Joseph Cope, Speaker at The HRSouthwest Conference 2026, Topic: “Fierce Empathy: Accountability Without Losing Your Heart” How did Joseph get started in his career? What led himto speaking? What does Joseph share about the buffalo?What does Joseph share about fierce empathy?What does Joseph share shifting outcome to outlook?What does Joseph share about the “cargo model”?What signs does Joseph share attendees will be watching for?What advice does Joseph share to help others in theworkplace? …and more as we spend “Time to Accelerate” with a few more questions.  Interview resources: Favorite quote from Joseph: “Learn systems from the inside out to gain the respect and capacity to influence others.” Connect with Joseph on LinkedIn Visit Joseph’s website Watch Joseph’s Ted Talk here Lead from the heart without being last Register now for The HRSouthwest Conference Learn more about the podcast host Bruce Waller Check out Bruce’s books Drive With Purpose: Move Your Career from Success to Significance (#1 New Released book on Amazon)Life in the Leadership Lane; Moving Leaders to Inspire and Change the Workplace Find Your Lane; Change your GPS, Change your Career (“Book Authority” Best Books) Milemarkers; A 5 Year Journey …helping you record daily highlights to keep you on track.Connect with Bruce on LinkTree Subscribe to Bruce’s Blog “Move to Inspire” Get relocation support for your next household goods orcommercial office move across the US by reaching out to Bruce at bwaller@goarmstrong.com or visit The Armstrong Company

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