Think Like a Leader with Dorian Albritton

Dorian Albritton
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Think Like a Leader breaks down the thinking patterns behind great leadership.Each episode pulls the mental frameworks, standards, and decisions that help leaders execute under pressure, lead people well, and stop living in reaction mode.If you are busy but not moving, this show gives you a way to think, plan, and follow through like a pro. Join the Think Like a Leader Community if you want to apply what you hear each week. Think Like a Leader Community

  1. 6D AGO

    Why Employee Engagement Fails | John Guaspari on Respect, Trust & Empowerment

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Think Like a Leader, Dorian Albritton sits down with bestselling author, consultant, and former aerospace engineer John Guaspari for a conversation on storytelling, employee engagement, respect, trust, empowerment, and what leaders often misunderstand about how people actually perform at work.  John shares the surprising career pivot that took him from aerospace engineering into writing, consulting, and speaking, and how a short fable on quality changed the direction of his life. He breaks down why storytelling works, why people learn faster through simple ideas than heavy jargon, and how one book opened doors that shaped his entire career.  The heart of this conversation is John’s respect → trust → empowerment → engagement framework. He explains why most organizations get engagement wrong, why empowerment cannot simply be declared from the top, and why people only feel empowered when they feel safe enough to exercise judgment without fear. He also makes a strong case that respect is not soft at all. It is foundational. It shapes culture, trust, performance, and whether people are willing to speak up when it matters.  This episode is for leaders, managers, and professionals who want to create stronger teams, communicate more clearly, and understand what actually drives engagement when the pressure is real. John Guaspari Author of If Engagement Is the What, Then Respect Is the How Author of I Know It When I See It Connect / Resources https://www.johnguaspari.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-guaspari-17627ab4/ Subscribe / Review If this episode gave you something useful, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who is trying to lead better in real life. PodMatchPodMatch: A platform to connect podcasters with perfect-fit guests or hosts, saving time.  Support the show

    51 min

  2. MAR 12

    Culture Isn’t a Vibe. It’s Designed | Matthew Person

    Send us Fan Mail Culture gets treated like a vibe. Matt Person treats it like a design problem. In this conversation, we break down the Square Management System and why culture is really the degree of “constrained independence” inside a company. If you lead people, build teams, or you’re trying to scale a business without chaos, this is a practical framework you can apply immediately. In this episode you will learn… Why culture is a designed outcome, not a perk list or a happy-hour calendarThe real reason so many teams feel chaotic: no clear guardrailsThe 4 sides of the Square Management System and how to use it as a diagnosticWhy “merging cultures” often fails and what leaders should do insteadHow employees can use the same framework to find a better-fit work environmentKey Topics Discussed The origin story behind the Square Management SystemCulture as “constrained independence” (freedom inside guardrails)Why companies accidentally create culture instead of intentionally designing itHiring for alignment instead of gut feelThe 4 sides of the Square: Identity, Instruction, Inner Communication, Information FeedbackHow to spot where leadership thinks things are clear but the front line disagreesM&A reality: some cultures should never be combined“Be intentional, have the constitution, know who you are, and stick with it.”Listener Practice (what to do after listening) I encourage you to write down what you thought as a result of what you just heard, not just what you heard.   Where does my team (or my life) feel chaotic because the guardrails are unclear? What’s one guardrail I can define this week? Resources + Links Matt’s website + free quiz: townsquared-advisors.comConnect with the Guest Website: townsquared-advisors.comConnect with the Host Think Like a Leader Podcast Website: www.thinklikealeaderpod.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorianalbritton/ Subscribe + Listen Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-like-a-leader-podcast/id1823531510 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6cKPkGAcU48faXarIFUD2o?si=271390a3a3b040a9 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThnkLikeALeader Leave a Review If this episode helped you think clearer and execute better, leave a quick rating/review. It helps the right people find the show. PodMatchPodMatch: A platform to connect podcasters with perfect-fit guests or hosts, saving time.  Support the show

    53 min

  3. MAR 5

    The 4 Selves Running Your Life (And Why You Keep Self-Sabotaging)

    Send us Fan Mail  Most people blame discipline. The real issue is leadership inside your own head. In this episode, Dorian breaks down the 4 Selves framework (emotional, physical, intellectual, spiritual), shows how each one hijacks your week under pressure, and gives you a simple daily routine to keep the right self in charge so your standards stop collapsing by Wednesday.  Links Think Like a Leader Podcast: www.thinklikealeaderpod.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorianalbritton/ Support the show

    19 min

  4. FEB 26

    The Leadership Skill That Makes You Dependable Under Pressure | Pete Mohr

    Send us Fan Mail Most people don’t struggle with leadership because they don’t care. They struggle because they’re overloaded. Too many responsibilities. Too many expectations. Too many moving parts. And somehow you’re still expected to lead well through it. In this episode, I sit down with Pete Mohr to talk about how dependable leaders operate when life is full. We get into standards, decision-making, and the simple shifts that help you lead better without trying to carry everything alone. We cover: Why overloaded leaders start reacting instead of leadingHow to simplify and tighten your leadership decisionsThe standards that build trust over timeHow to lead with clarity when everything is moving fastA 2% move you can apply this week🎧 Listen here: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube 🔔 Stay connected: Join our FB Community: Join Here Pete's LinkedIn: (Connect) https://www.linkedin.com/in/petemohr/ https://pete-mohr.com/ PodMatchPodMatch: A platform to connect podcasters with perfect-fit guests or hosts, saving time.  Support the show

    1 hr
  5. How to Level Up When No One’s Watching | Kevin Palmieri

    FEB 12

    How to Level Up When No One’s Watching | Kevin Palmieri

    Send us Fan Mail Everybody wants to improve. But most people aren’t prepared for what improvement requires: sacrifice, consistency, and doing the work when it’s not fun. In this episode, I sit down with Kevin Palmieri to talk about the part of growth that doesn’t get posted—the lonely reps, the trade-offs, and the discipline it takes to become dependable in your health, your relationships, and your life. We cover: The real cost of leveling upWhy the “social world” version of success is misleadingHow to build discipline when motivation is goneThe standards that separate amateurs from dependable leadersA simple 2% move you can apply this weekIf you’re building in a busy season, this will help you tighten your mindset and stay on track. 🎧 Listen here:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-like-a-leader-podcast/id1823531510 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6cKPkGAcU48faXarIFUD2o?si=271390a3a3b040a9 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThnkLikeALeader 🔔 Stay connected:Website + newsletter: https://www.thinklikealeaderpod.com Guest Links: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/ PodMatchPodMatch: A platform to connect podcasters with perfect-fit guests or hosts, saving time.  Support the show

    47 min
  6. Why Smart Leaders Break Under Change (And How to Adapt Without Losing Standards) | Erin Ramirez

    FEB 5

    Why Smart Leaders Break Under Change (And How to Adapt Without Losing Standards) | Erin Ramirez

    Send us Fan Mail Most leaders say they’re adaptable. Until the plan changes. Until pressure hits. Until uncertainty shows up. In this episode, I sit down with Erin Ramirez, organizational scientist and leadership coach, to talk about why change exposes leadership gaps—and what dependable leaders do differently when things stop being predictable. We cover: Why rigidity feels safe but limits growthHow adaptable leaders adjust without lowering their standardsWhat uncertainty does to identity and decision-makingThe difference between reacting and leading through changeOne small adjustment you can make this week to lead more effectively This conversation is for anyone leading in a season where the answers aren’t clear and the environment keeps shifting. Leadership doesn’t mean having it all figured out. It means staying responsible when the context changes. 🎧 Listen here:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-like-a-leader-podcast/id1823531510 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6cKPkGAcU48faXarIFUD2o YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThnkLikeALeader 🔔 Stay connected:Get weekly tools and insights in The 2% Edge newsletter: https://www.thinklikealeaderpod.com Guest profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinrdramirez/ www.realchangestudio.com PodMatchPodMatch: A platform to connect podcasters with perfect-fit guests or hosts, saving time.  Support the show

    40 min
  7. The Job Search Expert: Why Most Smart People Never Get the Job They Deserve | Amy Adler

    JAN 30

    The Job Search Expert: Why Most Smart People Never Get the Job They Deserve | Amy Adler

    Send us Fan Mail Most people think they’re losing the job search because of experience, timing, or competition. They’re wrong. In this episode, I sit down with Amy Adler — career strategist, resume expert, and host of The Job Search Podcast — to break down what’s actually happening behind the scenes when companies hire. We talk about: Why “good resumes” still get ignoredHow hiring managers really make decisionsThe biggest mistakes smart professionals keep makingHow to position yourself as the obvious choice (without sounding fake)Why clarity and strategy matter more than volumeThis conversation isn’t about gaming the system. It’s about understanding it. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or frustrated in your career, this episode will reframe how you think about the entire job search. 🎧 Listen to the episode:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-like-a-leader-podcast/id1823531510 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6cKPkGAcU48faXarIFUD2o YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThnkLikeALeader 🔔 Stay connected:Website: https://www.thinklikealeaderpod.com Subscribe to The 2% Edge newsletter for practical leadership insights and tools you can actually use. PodMatchPodMatch: A platform to connect podcasters with perfect-fit guests or hosts, saving time.  Support the show

    49 min

  8. JAN 22

    Standards Over Comfort: Why Leadership Breaks Without Clarity | Kevin Bender

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Think Like a Leader, I sit down with Kevin Bender to unpack a leadership issue that rarely gets called out directly. Comfort over clarity. Kevin explains why leadership isn’t about managing personalities, but about setting standards people can trust. We talk about how unclear expectations lead to burnout, frustration, and broken accountability, and why leaders who avoid hard conversations end up creating harder problems for everyone involved. This conversation reframes leadership as behavior, not authority. It’s about what you tolerate, what you reinforce, and how you show up when clarity is required but comfort would be easier. If you’re serious about ending amateur leadership and becoming the most dependable person in the room, this episode will sharpen how you think about responsibility, communication, and follow-through. PodMatchPodMatch: A platform to connect podcasters with perfect-fit guests or hosts, saving time.  Support the show

    50 min
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Think Like a Leader breaks down the thinking patterns behind great leadership.Each episode pulls the mental frameworks, standards, and decisions that help leaders execute under pressure, lead people well, and stop living in reaction mode.If you are busy but not moving, this show gives you a way to think, plan, and follow through like a pro. Join the Think Like a Leader Community if you want to apply what you hear each week. Think Like a Leader Community

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