Lead with Empower Podcast

Dan Jaskot
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Great leadership looks, sounds, and feels different based on the leader and the situation. However, there are common threads that connect all tremendous leaders. Our goal is to connect with leaders who are in the trenches each day leading themselves and others; to learn about their unique leadership style, explore their leadership practices, and to provide our listeners with inspiration to lead.

  1. JAN 22

    2026 E7 Lead with Empower Podcast

    The Lead with Empower Podcast is back! Join Empower Leadership's Assistant General Manager, Zack Morello, and President, Dan Jaskot, for a variety of topics all focused on empowering and inspiring 1 Million Individuals to become positive leaders in their communities. This "experiential essentials" podcast is created by team building practitioners for individuals and teams hoping to strengthen their culture, empower individuals to become leaders, and foster a greater sense of collaboration between team members. Episode 7 includes: - Zack and Dan share two of their favorite "Icebreaker" activities - Group Juggle and Peek-a-Who - Descriptions and logistical information for each of the activities - Some facilitation themes for each of the activities - Pictures/videos of each activity "in action" with participants Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    27 min

  2. JAN 22

    2026 Episode 6 Lead with Empower Podcast

    The Lead with Empower Podcast is back! Join Empower Leadership's Assistant General Manager, Zack Morello, and President, Dan Jaskot, for a variety of topics all focused on empowering and inspiring 1 Million Individuals to become positive leaders in their communities. This "experiential essentials" podcast is created by team building practitioners for individuals and teams hoping to strengthen their culture, empower individuals to become leaders, and foster a greater sense of collaboration between team members. Episode 6 includes: - Shout-outs to a few great groups from Longmeadow HS Athletics and New Britain Parks & Recreation after-school enrichment program. - A discussion about "New Year's Resolutions" and some tips/pointers for staying on track. - An introduction and description of our Winning Leadership Process which helps create a sound structure for Goal Achievement and Paying the Price for Success! Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    46 min

  3. 12/11/2025

    2025_E5_Lead with Empower Podcast

    The Lead with Empower Podcast is back! Join Empower Leadership's Assistant General Manager, Zack Morello, and President, Dan Jaskot, for a variety of topics all focused on empowering and inspiring 1 Million Individuals to become positive leaders in their communities. This "experiential essentials" podcast is created by team building practitioners for individuals and teams hoping to strengthen their culture, empower individuals to become leaders, and foster a greater sense of collaboration between team members. Episode 5 includes: - Thanksgiving Well-Wishes! - Our definition of leadership and some of the "miscalculations" of what effective leadership is. - Finding the courage to either "step-up" and lead, or "step-back" and be led - a discussion about Active vs. Passive Leadership - A discussion of Level I Leadership of Self, Level II Leadership of Others, and Level III Leadership Culture Building - A "step-out-of-your-comfort-zone" challenge to improve your leadership skills! Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    35 min

  4. 12/11/2025

    2025_E4_Lead with Empower Podcast

    The Lead with Empower Podcast is back! Join Empower Leadership's Assistant General Manager, Zack Morello, and President, Dan Jaskot, for a variety of topics all focused on empowering and inspiring 1 Million Individuals to become positive leaders in their communities. This "experiential essentials" podcast is created by team building practitioners for individuals and teams hoping to strengthen their culture, empower individuals to become leaders, and foster a greater sense of collaboration between team members. Episode 4 includes: - A quick update about some recent "Family Engagement" programming with Flood and Wooster Middle Schools (Stratford, CT) - A shoutout to the 2025 CIAC Class M Boys Soccer Champions, Tolland High School! What a gritty, resilient, and goal-driven group of athletes! - Effort is the ULTIMATE SEPARATOR! A conversation about being a "try hard". Trying hard and maximizing your gifts with hard work and commitment should NEVER be considered a weakness or the punch-line of a joke! - A conversation about the "Levels of Leadership" and experiences that help individuals realize what it takes to lead themselves, and others, towards successful goal achievement! - A resource (The Initiative Action Planning Worksheet) that will help your group/team prepare with purpose! Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    49 min

  5. 12/11/2025

    2025_E3_Part_2_Lead with Empower Podcast

    The Lead with Empower Podcast is back! Join Empower Leadership's Assistant General Manager, Zack Morello, and President, Dan Jaskot, for a variety of topics all focused on empowering and inspiring 1 Million Individuals to become positive leaders in their communities. This "experiential essentials" podcast is created by team building practitioners for individuals and teams hoping to strengthen their culture, empower individuals to become leaders, and foster a greater sense of collaboration between team members. Episode 3 includes: - A discussion about the importance of both mental and physical preparation, especially when preparing for potential adversity! - An introduction to the different styles of "Team Building" (outings, professional development, and a combination of the two) - A conversation about mindset, body language, and "discovery mindset" - Some pointers for making sure your team building experience matches your the dynamics of your group/team and your desired outcomes. Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    58 min

  6. 12/11/2025

    2025_E3_Part_1_Lead with Empower Podcast

    The Lead with Empower Podcast is back! Join Empower Leadership's Assistant General Manager, Zack Morello, and President, Dan Jaskot, for a variety of topics all focused on empowering and inspiring 1 Million Individuals to become positive leaders in their communities. This "experiential essentials" podcast is created by team building practitioners for individuals and teams hoping to strengthen their culture, empower individuals to become leaders, and foster a greater sense of collaboration between team members. Episode 3 includes: - A discussion about the importance of both mental and physical preparation, especially when preparing for potential adversity! - An introduction to the different styles of "Team Building" (outings, professional development, and a combination of the two) - A conversation about mindset, body language, and "discovery mindset" - Some pointers for making sure your team building experience matches your the dynamics of your group/team and your desired outcomes. Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    30 min

  7. 12/11/2025

    2025_E2_Lead with Empower Podcast

    The Lead with Empower Podcast is back! Join Empower Leadership's Assistant General Manager, Zack Morello, and President, Dan Jaskot, for a variety of topics all focused on empowering and inspiring 1 Million Individuals to become positive leaders in their communities. This "experiential essentials" podcast is created by team building practitioners for individuals and teams hoping to strengthen their culture, empower individuals to become leaders, and foster a greater sense of collaboration between team members. Episode 2 includes: - A special shout out to the Tolland HS Boys Soccer Team - Conversations about the concept of "facilitation" and the importance of making aligning team building experiences with each group's "real-world environment" - An introduction to "The Art Forgery Initiative - a fun and engaging team building activity, suited for a wide range of participants/group types, that can be easily replicated with your group! Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    49 min

  8. 12/11/2025

    2025_E1_Lead with Empower Podcast

    The Lead with Empower Podcast is back! Join Empower Leadership's Assistant General Manager, Zack Morello, and President, Dan Jaskot, for a variety of topics all focused on empowering and inspiring 1 Million Individuals to become positive leaders in their communities. This "experiential essentials" podcast is created by team building practitioners for individuals and teams hoping to strengthen their culture, empower individuals to become leaders, and foster a greater sense of collaboration between team members. Episode 1 provides important information about our organization, what we do, and why we do it! Find out more at https://lead-with-empower-podcast.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

    1h 6m
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About

Great leadership looks, sounds, and feels different based on the leader and the situation. However, there are common threads that connect all tremendous leaders. Our goal is to connect with leaders who are in the trenches each day leading themselves and others; to learn about their unique leadership style, explore their leadership practices, and to provide our listeners with inspiration to lead.

Information

  • Creator
    Dan Jaskot
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    81
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026
  • Show Website
    Lead with Empower Podcast