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This show is all about helping leaders and professionals rise to their highest potential. We explore real estate, leadership strategies, team management, and the delicate balance of integrating work, life, and family. With Erika's background in Fortune 100 organizations, she brings the insights and tools that help small and mid-size businesses thrive in an ever-changing world.

Episodes

  1. MAR 26 ·  VIDEO

    Go Higher (Aired 03-26-26) Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Building High-Performing Teams

    Discover powerful leadership insights on the Go Hire Show (Aired 03-26-26) as Erika Butler sits down with global experts to explore entrepreneurship, team development, and cultural leadership. Learn how successful leaders overcome challenges, build high-performing teams, and lead with confidence in diverse environments. This episode features real-world strategies on resilience, “failing forward,” and creating strong business cultures that drive growth. From entrepreneurship journeys to leadership development tools like DISC and intercultural intelligence, gain actionable advice to elevate your career, business, and mindset. Watch now on NowMedia TV and stream on Roku, Apple TV, SiriusXM, and more. Stay connected for weekly episodes focused on leadership, business growth, and personal development. Chapters (00:00:00) - Go Higher: The Power of Leadership(00:00:36) - Go Higher(00:01:12) - Knowledgeworks in Dubai(00:01:52) - In the Elevator: Entrepreneurs(00:03:29) - The Challenges of Running Your Business(00:06:01) - The Secret to Developing Yourself(00:08:18) - What's Your Biggest Success Story?(00:09:04) - How to Build a Successful Leader(00:09:51) - High-Performing Teams: The Secret to Success(00:13:03) - Go Higher(00:13:51) - Top Executives: Training and Development(00:16:59) - Developing your Team(00:18:36) - How to Lead a Change-oriented Team(00:18:55) - How to Develop a Change Team(00:21:40) - Give feedback to your team first(00:22:36) - Go Higher: When Leaders Need to Critique(00:25:29) - Go Higher: Confidence in a Multicultural Setting(00:27:10) - How to Build Confidence Leading Across Culturally Distinct Teams(00:28:29) - What tools help leaders read the room?(00:29:31) - What are the benefits of cultural confidence?(00:31:35) - What Does Cultural Humility Matter?(00:32:34) - What is one thing leaders should stop doing immediately because it increases cultural(00:33:19) - The New World of Connections(00:34:08) - Interview(00:36:31) - Go Higher(00:37:14) - Why Human Centered Leadership Is Vital in Multicultural Organizations(00:39:34) - How can leaders stay grounded and compassionate while navigating diverse teams?(00:40:48) - Leading With Humanity(00:42:16) - What kind of leaders do you want to encourage and grow(00:43:05) - How to Keep People Connected to the Work(00:45:36) - 7 Humanity Based Leadership Habits(00:45:58) - What is humanity based leadership?(00:46:20) - What Would Be Your Most Valuable Story?(00:46:54) - What's the New Leadership?(00:47:38) - Leaders on the Create Space Group(00:48:47) - How to Create a Space for New Clients(00:49:47) - Grow Higher With Nicole Regan White

    51 min

  2. MAR 12 ·  VIDEO

    Go Higher (Aired 03-12-26) Leadership, High-Performing Teams & Cultural Agility

    On this episode of Go Hire with Erika Butler, aired March 12, 2026, discover powerful leadership strategies for building high-performing teams, improving team communication, and leading with greater cultural agility. Erika is joined by expert guests Linda Burett and Marco Blankenberg to explore team coaching, conflict resolution, organizational culture, facilitation skills, and intercultural leadership. Learn how trust, clarity, emotional intelligence, and global awareness can transform the way leaders guide teams and create lasting impact in business and life. Watch Go Hire on Now Media Television for practical tools, expert insights, and real conversations designed to help you grow as a leader.

    48 min
  3. Go Higher (Aired 01-08-26) Leadership, HR Strategies & Employee Benefits for Career Growth

    JAN 16 ·  VIDEO

    Go Higher (Aired 01-08-26) Leadership, HR Strategies & Employee Benefits for Career Growth

    Join Erika Butler on Go Higher (aired 01-08-26) as she dives into leadership, HR strategies, and employee benefits with top experts. Discover how Gloria, a Fortune 500 leader and new mother, navigates multicultural teams, work-life balance, and inclusive leadership. Learn actionable tips for building team culture, fostering resilience, and integrating family and career growth. Also featuring Nicole Anderson, founder of Mend HR Solutions, who shares cost-effective HR solutions for small to mid-size businesses, from building policies to leveraging managed HR and SHRM resources. Plus, Dan Ros provides insights into affordable health benefits, telehealth, mental health support, and wellness tools for employees.

    47 min
  4. Go Higher (Aired 01-01-25): Leadership, Courage & Growth for a New Year

    JAN 10 ·  VIDEO

    Go Higher (Aired 01-01-25): Leadership, Courage & Growth for a New Year

    Start the new year with clarity, courage, and purpose. In this episode of Go Higher, aired January 8, 2025, host Erika Butler explores what it takes to lead with confidence, resilience, and intention in a season of growth and change. This inspiring conversation focuses on redefining leadership beyond titles, embracing courage in the face of fear, and building momentum for both personal and professional success. Designed for leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals at every stage, this episode delivers practical insights to help you set the tone for a powerful year ahead. Watch Go Higher on Now Media Television and stream it on Roku, Apple TV, SiriusXM, iHeartRadio, and all major platforms. Chapters (00:00:00) - Go Hire: The Power of Leadership(00:00:36) - Grow Higher: Eduardo Silva on A Life in Motion(00:01:44) - Executive Presence: More Than How You Look or Sound(00:04:32) - What Elevates a Leader's Presence in a Boardroom(00:05:29) - How to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence(00:07:38) - How to Connect diverse teams with Fortune 500(00:09:18) - Storytelling as the Foundation of Leadership(00:11:11) - Go Higher(00:12:04) - How to Overcome Fear & Self Doubt in Your Career(00:13:18) - What Stopped Me From Moving Forward?(00:14:52) - Why Do We Need Fear in Our Leaders?(00:16:42) - How to Turn Fear Into Fuel for Progress(00:18:01) - 5 tips for growing in confidence(00:22:24) - Go Higher: More Confidence in the Face of Fear(00:25:03) - Go Higher: The Weight of Trauma in Teams(00:26:45) - Bethany Ann On Her New Book(00:28:28) - Lifting Up Others: The Book(00:29:38) - What is Trauma in the Workplace?(00:30:17) - How to Prevent and Support Burnout among Leaders(00:35:41) - Bethann Miller on How to Restlessly Lead(00:38:21) - Go Higher(00:39:10) - How to Design a Training or Retreat?(00:42:08) - The Prep and Execution of Training(00:43:43) - The Elements of Well-Being at the Retreat(00:49:56) - What do you measure of a training or retreat?(00:51:34) - Safe Place: A Christian Ministry(00:52:34) - Go Higher: A Leadership Trainings

    53 min
  5. Go Higher (Aired 12-18-25) Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & Cultural Awareness for Modern Leaders

    JAN 4 ·  VIDEO

    Go Higher (Aired 12-18-25) Leadership, Emotional Intelligence & Cultural Awareness for Modern Leaders

    True leadership goes beyond titles—it’s about clarity, connection, and leading with purpose. In this powerful episode of Go Higher, aired on 12-18-25, host Erika Butler guides an insightful conversation on emotional intelligence, intercultural awareness, and what it truly takes to lead in today’s fast-paced, diverse world. This episode explores how leaders can navigate difficult conversations, manage emotions in high-pressure environments, and build trust across cultural differences. Viewers gain practical leadership tools to move beyond surface-level productivity and create meaningful impact in teams, organizations, and communities. From understanding human behavior to fostering empathy, accountability, and global collaboration, Go Higher challenges leaders to rise with courage, curiosity, and intention. Streaming on Now Media Television, this episode delivers real conversations, real strategies, and real growth for leaders ready to elevate their influence in business and life. Chapters (00:00:01) - Go Higher: The Power of Leadership(00:00:39) - Go Higher: When in the World, Lead With Emotion(00:01:47) - Why do emotional conversations feel so challenging in the workplace?(00:04:18) - How to Guide Leaders Through Emotion(00:06:31) - How Emotional Intelligence Changed a Leader's Behavior(00:10:30) - Emotional Awareness HABITS for Leaders(00:13:00) - Go Higher(00:13:49) - Cultural Intelligence in Group Work(00:16:20) - What Cultural Signals Do Leaders Miss During Meetings?(00:18:08) - Ethnic and Mixed Cultural Facilitation(00:20:07) - How to Facilitation in an unfamiliar Culture(00:21:28) - In the Arab World: An Insider's Guide to Living and Working(00:23:16) - Go Higher: When in the Arab World(00:25:47) - Go Higher: The Challenges of Leading Teams(00:26:46) - Ming Jin On The Ellen(00:27:07) - What Helps Teams Shift From Doing More to Actually Agreeing(00:29:58) - Leading with purpose(00:32:48) - In the Elevator With Trust(00:33:46) - Regular Rhythm(00:35:09) - Creating a Culture of Excellence(00:37:11) - Go Higher(00:37:59) - Intercultural Intelligence(00:38:32) - When did you first recognize the need for Intercultural Intelligence?(00:39:40) - What's the Greatest Cultural Blind Spots?(00:41:17) - Intercultural Agility(00:44:27) - President Trump Launches Love Every Human(00:46:19) - How ICI has helped me grow and evolve(00:49:18) - Go Higher: The Power of Leadership

    50 min
  6. Go Higher (Aired 12-11-2025) Leading Without Carrying It All: How Douglas Wick Helps Leaders Delegate, Build Trust, and Scale With Purpose

    12/18/2025 ·  VIDEO

    Go Higher (Aired 12-11-2025) Leading Without Carrying It All: How Douglas Wick Helps Leaders Delegate, Build Trust, and Scale With Purpose

    In this impactful episode, host Erika Butler sits down with veteran business coach, broadcaster, and founder of Positioning Systems Douglas Wick for a powerful conversation about leadership, delegation, and sustainable growth. With more than 40 years of experience coaching leaders and scaling organizations, Douglas shares hard-earned insights on why so many leaders struggle to let go—and how carrying everything alone quietly limits both personal freedom and business success. Douglas explains how control, perfectionism, and fear of trust often turn leaders into bottlenecks, preventing teams from growing and organizations from scaling. Drawing from his work with over 250 companies, as well as his personal journey as an acute myeloid leukemia survivor, he reframes leadership as the ability to get results through others not by doing everything yourself.

    50 min
  7. Go Higher (Aired 11-20-25)How to Elevate Leadership, Boost Team Performance & Navigate Workplace

    12/05/2025 ·  VIDEO

    Go Higher (Aired 11-20-25)How to Elevate Leadership, Boost Team Performance & Navigate Workplace

    In this episode of Go Higher, host Erika Butler breaks down the leadership mindsets and performance strategies that help professionals grow, adapt, and thrive in today’s fast-changing workplace. Whether you’re a new manager, experienced leader, or aspiring executive, this episode delivers actionable insights to help you lead with clarity and confidence. Erika explores how to strengthen communication, set expectations, and build accountability while maintaining trust and motivation. She shares practical tools for improving team performance, managing conflict, and helping employees reach their full potential. You’ll also learn how to identify development opportunities, coach effectively, and create a culture where people feel supported and empowered. Packed with real examples and expert guidance, this episode is perfect for leaders looking to elevate their influence, make better decisions, and drive lasting results. Tune in to Go Higher for smart, simple, and impactful leadership strategies you can start using today. Chapters (00:00:00) - Go Hire: The Power of Lead with Impact(00:00:36) - Go Higher: How to Lead Through Intercultural Intelligence(00:02:01) - Intercultural Intelligence: The challenge of team cohesion(00:06:47) - Indo-Culture Awareness(00:08:29) - What are the common mistakes leaders make when they assume one size F(00:11:15) - Exploring cultural differences in the workplace(00:15:07) - How to Build a CULTIVATE Teams(00:18:13) - Go Higher(00:19:01) - Cultural Agility(00:19:45) - How DISC can help you better understand yourself and your teams(00:22:36) - What role does self-awareness play in transforming a good team into(00:27:31) - What's the first step to creating a High-Performing Culture(00:30:15) - Intercultural Questions(00:32:26) - Intercultural Teams: Go Higher(00:34:04) - Performance Management(00:35:55) - Performance Reviews(00:37:04) - What's The Best Way To Handle a High-Performer Who(00:38:11) - How to Give Tough Feedback without Damaging Motivation(00:39:55) - How to Coach and Let Go Underperformers(00:42:24) - Career Development on Go Higher(00:44:42) - How to Avoid Career Stagnation(00:46:22) - What's the biggest gap in leadership training for New Leaders?(00:50:44) - When is the Right Moment to Pivot?(00:52:43) - Personal Brand(00:55:00) - How to Manage High Performance and Mental Health

    57 min
  8. Go Higher! (Aired 11-27-2025) Inspiring Team Transformation Through Emotional Agility, Courageous Leadership & a Vision for Growth with Alan Nevel

    12/04/2025 ·  VIDEO

    Go Higher! (Aired 11-27-2025) Inspiring Team Transformation Through Emotional Agility, Courageous Leadership & a Vision for Growth with Alan Nevel

    In this episode of Go Higher!, Erika Butler explores how emotional agility becomes a powerful tool for leaders aiming to elevate team performance and strengthen organizational culture. Through real-world insights and practical strategies, she breaks down how to identify emotional triggers, manage internal tension, and turn challenging moments into opportunities for growth. This conversation highlights why top-performing teams aren’t those that avoid conflict, but those that learn to navigate it with clarity, empathy, and purpose. A must-listen for leaders who want to communicate more effectively, build trust, and create resilient, high-impact work environments. Chapters (00:00:00) - Go Hire: The Power of Leadership(00:00:36) - Go Higher With Alan Neville(00:01:35) - Signs That Trust Has Been Broken in Organizations(00:03:15) - In the Elevator With Alan Finley(00:05:13) - Six Steps to Rebuilding Trust(00:09:19) - Transparency in Business Communication(00:11:37) - Restoring Trust: Consistent Actions, Not Just Words(00:12:48) - Broken Trust: How to Fix It(00:14:36) - Go Higher(00:15:26) - What's the Greatest Barriers to Change?(00:16:19) - How to Get People to Change(00:19:28) - How to anticipate the resistance to change?(00:21:39) - Exploring the Communication Strategies for Change(00:24:10) - Small Wins in the Change Process(00:27:01) - How to Connect with Alan K. Neville on Go Higher(00:28:38) - Go Higher: Cultivating Leadership at Every Level(00:29:31) - What Makes a Good Leader?(00:33:30) - Mentoring or Training?(00:35:31) - The Role of Sponsors and Advocates(00:36:35) - Growth and Sponships(00:41:21) - Go Higher(00:42:27) - What are the Telltale Signs that Mission and Values Are Not Al(00:47:32) - Leaders: The Mission and When to Live It(00:50:27) - Leaders Need to Talk About Integrity(00:55:37) - Go Higher: Restoring Trust and Transition

    56 min
  9. Go Higher (Aired 12-04-25)-How to Break Limiting Patterns & Build a Purpose

    11/27/2025 ·  VIDEO

    Go Higher (Aired 12-04-25)-How to Break Limiting Patterns & Build a Purpose

    In this inspiring episode of Go Higher, host Erika Butler explores how to break free from limiting patterns and step into a life of purpose, clarity, and confidence. Through real conversations and powerful insights, this episode uncovers the emotional and mental shifts required to grow, heal, and transform. Listeners will learn practical strategies for recognizing personal roadblocks, navigating challenges with resilience, and developing a mindset that fuels long-term success. Go Higher dives deep into the habits, relationships, and beliefs that shape our lives—and how intentional change can unlock new levels of personal and professional growth. Whether you're rebuilding, reinventing, or simply striving to elevate your everyday life, this episode delivers tools and guidance that help you rise above old cycles and create meaningful forward momentum. Chapters (00:00:01) - Go Hire: When Will You Lead With Impact?(00:00:39) - Go Higher: Managing Your Career and Life(00:01:54) - Go Higher: Ryan the Athlete(00:02:14) - Why Decision Making Feels So Scary For Leaders(00:03:41) - How to Trust Your Judgment (without second guessing)(00:05:01) - Tools to Make Strategic Decisions More Confidently(00:07:38) - Delegation is the Key to Success(00:10:41) - 7 Tips for Stuck in Leadership(00:11:24) - Go Higher(00:12:17) - Go Higher: Building a Strong and Unified Team(00:12:42) - What are the Traits of a Strong Team?(00:14:11) - How to Hire People Who Fit Their Mission and Culture(00:15:53) - Having a background in science in your job(00:16:54) - 3 Steps to Turn a Divided Team Into a Powerful Team(00:19:39) - How to Transform a Team's Culture(00:21:56) - How to Get Higher: Ryan on Burnout(00:23:34) - Burnout in the Leadership Network(00:24:20) - Why Don't Leaders Talk About Burnout?(00:28:08) - Why Do so Many Leaders Hide Their Burnout?(00:30:11) - How to Prevent Burnout Before It(00:33:54) - How to Recover from Burnout(00:35:14) - Go Higher(00:36:11) - How to Rejuvenate Stuck Teams?(00:37:55) - How can leaders restart momentum when team has completely lost its spark?(00:39:48) - How to Rebuild a Team's Motivation During a Time of(00:42:14) - Speak Belief into Your People(00:44:05) - Keynote Speaker

    48 min
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This show is all about helping leaders and professionals rise to their highest potential. We explore real estate, leadership strategies, team management, and the delicate balance of integrating work, life, and family. With Erika's background in Fortune 100 organizations, she brings the insights and tools that help small and mid-size businesses thrive in an ever-changing world.

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