Authentic Leadership for Everyday People

Dino Cattaneo / Hoolibean
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Authentic Leadership for Everyday People is the podcast where we investigate the connection between effective leadership and authenticity. If you are looking for inspiration and tips on how to become a better leader by being your true self, you are in the right place. The word authenticity is overused and can feel abstract, but when you look at its true meaning, it has a very practical and pretty clear cut application to leadership. Authentic means “the true self”. Authentic leaders clearly articulate their core values, and use them to guide every action they take. This clarity brings effectiveness, confidence and the ability to be vulnerable. In this interview based show, guests open up about how they discovered and developed their core principles and built a more successful and fulfilled life by being consistent with their values. Filled with candid moments and practical advice, Authentic Leadership for Everyday People is for everyone who wants to become a better leader and a better, more fulfilled human.

  1. May 25

    Julie Kratz - Leadership, Allyship and Power

    Julie Kratz teaches organizational behavior, decision-making, leadership, and culture at the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University. She is also a leadership coach, trainer, speaker, and author whose work focuses on allyship — what it means to support people who are different from ourselves, and how leaders can use their power and influence to make workplaces more fair and more inclusive. We talked about her path from corporate life to academia, and how a childhood moment helped shape her lifelong interest in fairness and justice. We discussed why diversity does not work without inclusion, why so many organizations need to look beyond representation and examine the systems that shape hiring, promotion, pay equity, performance reviews, and sponsorship. We also spent time on the central theme of her book: how to engage people with power in the work of allyship. Julie makes a compelling case that allyship is not about guilt or performative action. It is about noticing who is being underestimated, asking better questions, building trust, and using the power we already have in a more intentional way. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: al4ep.com nextpivotpoint.com Additional Guest Links: Book Info: nextpivotpoint.com/wewantyou LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/juliekratz YouTube: youtube.com/@nextpivotpoint Authentic Leadership For Everyday People / Dino Cattaneo Dino on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinocattaneo Podcast Instagram – @al4edp Podcast Twitter – @al4edp Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/al4edp Music Susan Cattaneo: susancattaneo.bandcamp.com

    51 min

  2. May 18

    Jimmy St Louis - Leadership in Longevity Healthcare and Entrepreneurship

    Jimmy St Louis is a former NFL tight end and currently on his second successful venture leading innovative healthcare companies focused on solving unmet needs. He is the CEO of Agentis Longevity, a healthcare company specialized in performance and longevity medicine. In our conversation, we explored how his experiences in sports shaped his leadership philosophy, particularly his focus on discipline, resilience, and the importance of the journey over the destination. We also went deep into the role that values play in leadership—how defining and consistently applying them became a turning point in his career, and why he believes they are the foundation of effective decision-making. We discussed the challenges of building mission-driven businesses in environments that demand financial performance, including his experience working with private equity partners, and how staying grounded in purpose and values improves your chances of long-term success. Finally, we touched on innovation in healthcare, what it takes to truly change an industry, and why accessibility, affordability, and trust are critical if you want to create lasting impact. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: al4ep.com agentislongevity.com Additional Guest Links: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jimmy-st-louis Instagram: @jimmysstlouisofficial Authentic Leadership For Everyday People / Dino Cattaneo Dino on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinocattaneo Podcast Instagram – @al4edp Podcast Twitter – @al4edp Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/al4edp Music Susan Cattaneo: susancattaneo.bandcamp.com

    47 min

  3. Apr 13

    Irina Cozma - Leadership in Talent, Fit, and Workplace Design

    Irina Cozma is an organizational psychologist and executive coach who has spent her career at the intersection of talent, fit, and workplace design. After a long path through academia, consulting, and senior roles at large organizations like Salesforce and Wells Fargo, she built her own practice focused on helping individuals and organizations create better alignment between people and the work they do. In our conversation, we talked about how early experiences shape our relationship with work, why so many people end up in roles that don’t fit them, and what both employees and employers can do to create better outcomes. We also explored practical ways to think about hiring, autonomy, feedback, and the day-to-day conditions that make work either energizing or draining. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: al4ep.com irinacozma.com Additional Guest Links: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/irinacozma Authentic Leadership For Everyday People / Dino Cattaneo Dino on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinocattaneo Podcast Instagram – @al4edp Podcast Twitter – @al4edp Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/al4edp Music Susan Cattaneo: susancattaneo.bandcamp.com

    44 min

  4. Apr 6

    Stephanie Chung - Leadership In Aviation

    Stephanie Chung is a C-suite leader and board member with decades of experience in aviation and the first Black person in U.S. history to run a private aviation company. Stephanie really paid her dues to get there: she started her career quite literally on the tarmac, parking airplanes and loading luggage at Boston Logan Airport, then went on to leadership in aviation sales, to president of JetSuite X and Chief Growth Officer and brand ambassador of a publicly traded aviation company. In our conversation we explored how growing up as the daughter of an Air Force Master Sergeant shaped her leadership philosophy—instilling a deep commitment to excellence, accountability, and completing the mission. Stephanie also shared how her background in sales influenced the way she leads organizations, why leaders must learn to balance sales, operations, and finance, and how looking for opportunities in “unlikely places” can transform a career. Finally, we talked about her book Ally Leadership How To Lead People Who Are Not Like You. She emphasized the importance of building trust as a leader, creating psychological safety in teams, and why leadership doesn’t need to be complicated if you simply do what you say you will do. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: al4ep.com stephaniechung.com Additional Guest Links: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/TheStephanieChung Instagram: @TheStephanieChung Fecebook: facebook.com/TheStephanieChung YouTube: @TheStephanieChung TikTok: @thestephaniechung Substack: @yourallyinleadership Authentic Leadership For Everyday People / Dino Cattaneo Dino on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinocattaneo Podcast Instagram : @al4edp Podcast Twitter: @al4edp Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/al4edp Music Susan Cattaneo: susancattaneo.bandcamp.com

    1h 1m

  5. Mar 30

    Michael Stausholm - Leadership and Sustainable Business Practices

    "Michael Stausholm is the CEO and founder of Sprout World, the first plantable pencil. He started his career in shipping, spent over a decade working across Asia in the garment industry, and along the way developed a deep perspective on leadership, culture, and responsibility in business. Eventually, that journey led him to build Sprout World, a company built around a simple idea: what if the products we use every day didn’t become waste, but something new instead? In our conversation, we talk about what he learned early in his career managing teams in very different cultural environments, how that shaped his approach to leadership, and why he believes in giving people freedom while still providing clear direction. We also get into the practical side of building a purpose-driven business, from making decisions about production to balancing commercial success with doing things the right way." Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: al4ep.com sproutworld.com Additional Guest Links: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michaelstausholm/ Corporate Links Linktree: linktr.ee/sproutworld TikTok: @sproutworldofficial LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/sprout-europe Instagram: @sproutworldofficial Facebook: facebook.com/sproutworldofficial Authentic Leadership For Everyday People / Dino Cattaneo Dino on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinocattaneo Podcast Instagram – @al4edp Podcast Twitter – @al4edp Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/al4edp Music Susan Cattaneo: susancattaneo.bandcamp.com

    39 min

  6. Mar 23

    Carlo Giannone - Servant Leadership in Government

    Today's guest is Carlo Giannone, a graduate student and teaching assistant at the Harvard Kennedy School, researcher in geopolitics and economics, and founder of the podcast Finanza, Pizza e Mandolino. Carlo shares how growing up in Sicily shaped his early interest in economic inequality and public service, and how that led him to study economics at Bocconi, the London School of Economics, and Harvard. He reflects on the role of economics and policy in addressing structural challenges and creating opportunity. The conversation explores Carlo’s leadership experiences across student organizations, alumni networks, and international initiatives. He discusses the importance of representing diverse perspectives, building trust in institutions, and ensuring that leadership remains grounded in the needs of the people it serves. Dino and Carlo also examine practical aspects of leadership development, including balancing high standards with psychological safety, leading in voluntary environments, and maintaining authenticity while making decisions. Carlo shares lessons from his time in consulting and student leadership roles, highlighting listening, emotional intelligence, and creating environments where people can contribute at their best. Finally, Carlo outlines his motivation to pursue a path that combines private sector experience with a long-term commitment to public service, with a focus on contributing to better policy and governance. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: al4ep.com Additional Guest Links: Finanza Pizza e Mandolino Podcast On Spotify On Apple Podcasts Instagram: @finanzapizzamandolino Youtube: youtube.com/@FinanzaPizzaMandolino/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/carlogiannone Authentic Leadership For Everyday People / Dino Cattaneo Dino on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinocattaneo Podcast Instagram – @al4edp Podcast Twitter – @al4edp Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/al4edp Music Susan Cattaneo: susancattaneo.bandcamp.com

    45 min

  7. Mar 16

    Celeste Warren - Leading From The HR Suite and DEI

    Celeste Warren spent 28 years at Merck, where she rose to become Vice President and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer. Since retiring from Merck, she founded Celeste Warren Consulting, where she continues to advise organizations on leadership, culture, and inclusion. Together with her two children, she also co-founded Destination STEM, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Celeste has been widely recognized for her work in diversity and inclusion, and she is the author of a new book titled The Truth About Equity: What It Really Is, What It Isn’t, and Why Everybody Wins When They Get It Right. In our conversation, Celeste shares the personal story that first shaped her perspective on equity and leadership, growing up as the daughter of the first Black teacher, principal, and superintendent in his school district. We also explore her unexpected path into human resources, the lessons she learned about leadership early in her career, and why servant leadership and situational leadership are so critical for building successful teams. Finally, we spend time breaking down what diversity, equity, and inclusion actually mean in practice, why the concepts are often misunderstood, and how leaders can approach them in a thoughtful and practical way inside their organizations. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: CRWDiversity.com al4ep.com Additional Guest Links: Contact at: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/celestewarrenllc Instagram: @crwdiversity YouTube: youtube.com/@celestewarren-equity Authentic Leadership For Everyday People / Dino Cattaneo Truth About Equity Book on Amazon: mybook.to/TruthAboutEquity Dino on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinocattaneo Podcast Instagram – @al4edp Podcast Twitter – @al4edp Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/al4edp Music Susan Cattaneo: susancattaneo.bandcamp.com

    55 min

  8. Mar 3

    Miles Spencer - Leadership, Serial Entrepreneurship and Legacy Building

    Today's guest is Miles Spencer is currently CEO and a founder of Reflekta.ai, a Soul Tech company that bridges generations through fully interactive digital legacies. A multi-exit entrepreneur, investor, and storyteller, he is the author of the Amazon bestseller A Line in the Sand, Founder of Kayak for a Cause and former co-host of PBS’s MoneyHunt. Miles has spent his career at the intersection of media, technology, and adventure and human-centered narrative. With Reflekta, he is pioneering a new way for families to preserve voice, memory, and values… turning stories into dynamic, spontaneous connections that endure across lifetimes. Contact Dino at: dino@al4ep.com Websites: reflekta.ai al4ep.com Additional Guest Links: Talk to one of Reflekta's reflections LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/milesspencer Instagram: Twitter: Authentic Leadership For Everyday People / Dino Cattaneo Dino on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinocattaneo Podcast Instagram – @al4edp Podcast Twitter – @al4edp Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/al4edp Music Susan Cattaneo: susancattaneo.bandcamp.com

    36 min
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Authentic Leadership for Everyday People is the podcast where we investigate the connection between effective leadership and authenticity. If you are looking for inspiration and tips on how to become a better leader by being your true self, you are in the right place. The word authenticity is overused and can feel abstract, but when you look at its true meaning, it has a very practical and pretty clear cut application to leadership. Authentic means “the true self”. Authentic leaders clearly articulate their core values, and use them to guide every action they take. This clarity brings effectiveness, confidence and the ability to be vulnerable. In this interview based show, guests open up about how they discovered and developed their core principles and built a more successful and fulfilled life by being consistent with their values. Filled with candid moments and practical advice, Authentic Leadership for Everyday People is for everyone who wants to become a better leader and a better, more fulfilled human.

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