Profiles in Leadership

Steve Anderson

Dr. Steve Anderson is a storyteller and a lifelong learner who is deeply committed to helping leaders grow. Born out of deep seeded curiosity and passion, Steve launched his podcast as a vehicle for interviewing accomplished leaders who excel in building cultures and developing teams that create impact and deliver value to customers, employees and stakeholders. In this capacity, he is able to tap into his experience as a CEO of a $75 million-dollar company and a 39 year career as a Physical Therapist to ask questions that produce answers for those at all levels – from entry level professionals to seasoned executives – can learn from and build upon. Steve is known for interviewing guests from a wide range of backgrounds and digging deep to find “Pearls of Wisdom” that can be put into practice as professionals look to learn and grow. Steve is an Executive Coach at Orange Dot Coaching.

  1. Leidy Klotz, Agency, Growth and Connection, 3 Core Psychological Needs

    3D AGO

    Leidy Klotz, Agency, Growth and Connection, 3 Core Psychological Needs

    Leidy Klotzis a behavioral scientist and engineering professor at the University of Virginia who studies how and why humans design. He has written for the Washington Post, Fast Company, Scientific American, and Harvard Business Review; has published his work in top journals like Nature and Science; and has been interviewed on Hidden Brain, Freakonomics, Mindscape, and The Atlantic’s How to Build a Happy Life. Klotz has advised clients ranging from the Departments of Energy and Homeland Security to CapitalOne and Amazon.

    57 min
  2. Murphy Jensen, From Winning the French Open Doubles Championship to Sudden Cardiac Arrest Proves that Love Wins!

    APR 24

    Murphy Jensen, From Winning the French Open Doubles Championship to Sudden Cardiac Arrest Proves that Love Wins!

    Murphy Jensen is the co-founder and EVP of WEconnect Health, a Seattle based healthcare company that provides support & services through a mobile application to people suffering from substance mis-use and mental health disorders. After years of playing professional tennis (winning the French Open Doubles) Murphy hosted TV-shows Open Access  and Murphy's Guide on the Tennis Channel. Using the game of tennis to support his favorite causes, Murphy participates in events like the Prostate Cancer Foundation Pro-Am and Chris Evert's Celebrity Classic.  Lending his infectious positive attitude and genuine love the of the game, Murphy brings fun wherever he goes. Surviving a Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Oct 2021, Murphy was saved by an on-site AED & CPR. Murphy is a spokesman for the American Heart Association and partner in the Gootter-Jensen Foundation. The continued recovery from his cardiac event and the traumatic brain injury he suffered when he collapsed, have added a new layer to Murphy's advocacy for mental health awareness. Murphy is known as one of the most entertaining people in tennis, reminding people that tennis is supposed to be fun.  Breaking down walls and finding a human connection is as much a part of finding success in the game of tennis as a forehand or backhand.

    1h 2m
  3. Ben Braxley, PT, DPT, Great Leadership Involves Collaboration and the Willingness to Follow and Provide Opportunities for Others to Lead

    APR 21

    Ben Braxley, PT, DPT, Great Leadership Involves Collaboration and the Willingness to Follow and Provide Opportunities for Others to Lead

    Ben Braxley, PT, DPT is a Board Certified Neurologic Physical Therapist and Senior Program Coordinator at Emory University's Center for Physical Therapy and Movement Science. With nearly two decades of clinical experience since earning his doctorate from Emory University in 2006, Dr. Braxley has emerged as a dynamic leader who bridges clinical excellence with strategic advocacy and professional governance. Currently serving as President of APTA Georgia, Dr. Braxley has been an active member of the Georgia Physical Therapy Association since 2003, holding multiple leadership positions including Delegate to the APTA House of Delegates. His extensive involvement in professional governance includes chairing APTA's Nominating Committee and serving on various committees at the chapter level for both Georgia and California and within the Academy of Leadership and Innovation and Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy. What distinguishes Dr. Braxley's leadership approach is his commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration in advancing healthcare advocacy. He recently participated in the AMPAC Campaign School in Washington, DC—a rigorous political education program designed by the American Medical Association—where he trained alongside physicians as one of only two non-physician health professionals in attendance. This experience has informed his work in developing political education pathways specifically tailored for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants, including his efforts to establish campaign training programs within Georgia's RM Barney Poole Leadership Academy. Dr. Braxley's diverse clinical background spans neurologic rehabilitation, outpatient orthopedics, and specialized populations across Georgia, California, Oregon, and Washington, as well as Rwanda. He has translated this clinical expertise into thoughtful leadership through numerous speaking engagements at national conferences and podcasts, addressing topics ranging from professional ethics and member engagement strategies to advocacy and political participation. As a recognized expert in both clinical practice and professional affairs, Dr. Braxley brings valuable insights into the intersection of healthcare, regulatory policy, and strategic leadership development.

    55 min
  4. Michelle K Johnston, Leaders Need to Lead with Heart and Humanity, It's All About Connection

    APR 15

    Michelle K Johnston, Leaders Need to Lead with Heart and Humanity, It's All About Connection

    Named a Woman of the Year, a Top Ten Executive Coach, and a Top 500 Business Leader, DR. MICHELLEK. JOHNSTON is redefining what leadership looks like in today’s world. Her bestselling book, TheSeismic Shift in Leadership: How to Thrive in a New Era of Connection, featured by Forbes four times, spotlights real-world leaders who have embracedthis shift and are seeing stronger teams and betterresults because of it.  An award-winning leadership expert and the Clifton A. Morvant Distinguished Professor of Business at Loyola University New Orleans, Michelle teaches leadership and strategic communication witha connection-first lens. She holds a PhD in Communication from Louisiana State University and bringsdecades of insight to her coaching and keynotes.  She also hosts The Seismic Shift podcast, ranked in the Top 10% of all podcasts globally, where she continues the conversation with executives and thought leaders committed to building cultures of connection.

    55 min
  5. Advisory Board Creation

    APR 13

    Advisory Board Creation

    Discussion on how to create an Advisory Board and why it is a great value add proposition.   Michael Mayrsohn guest.

    22 min
  6. Andy Crocker, Unconditional Values Offer Personal Transformation

    APR 9

    Andy Crocker, Unconditional Values Offer Personal Transformation

    Andy Crocker is an aerospace executive with three decades of experience building high-performance teams and leading ambitious projects, including NASA’s Human Landing System. He holds degrees in engineering, humanities, management, and leadership. His multidisciplinary educational background and diverse career shaped his unique perspective that led him to writeThe Unconditionals, in which he reveals the foundational values that help readers realize their greatest personal and professional fulfillment.

    56 min
  7. Joel Bauer, The Mentor's Mentor

    APR 6

    Joel Bauer, The Mentor's Mentor

    From engaging and sustaining people’s disbelief as an entertainer on cruise ships at just 14 years old to selling from the largest trade show stages with record-setting closing rates, Joel Bauer has trained some of the world’s top income-producing speakers, presenters and online marketers to monetize their life experience, both online and offline. For decades, Joel’s principles have set the bar for speaking, teaching and closing at the highest level. Using his unconventional systems and techniques, starters and pros alike are empowered to Discover, Design and Deliver their gifts through his proven processes. Notable graduates include Peng Joon, Myron Golden, Dan Lok, Mia Redrick, and Linda Clemons. Tradeshow clients included 3M, Mitsubishi, Shell, Canon, IBM, and Disney. Joel has also been featured on every major television network and most major newspapers. Today, Joel conducts his “Mentoring4Millions” events that range from beginner courses, open to anyone looking to increase their profits, to high-level intimate Masterminds geared at fast tracking a student’s success. When not presenting and coaching, Joel enjoys spending time with his wife, Cheryl, his three adult children, Chanelle, Briana and Sterling and his grandson, Holden.

    59 min
  8. Hacia Atherton, Organizational Culture is a Driving Force Behind Profitability

    APR 1

    Hacia Atherton, Organizational Culture is a Driving Force Behind Profitability

    Hacia Atherton is a globally recognised and award-winning voice in workplace culture reform, known for helping organisations turn burnout and bias into retention and results. She is the founder of the non-profit Empowered Women in Trades, which supports women in male-dominated industries and promotes inclusive workplaces.    She currently serves on Victoria’s Our equal state reference group, advising the state’s gender equality strategy, and on the La Trobe Business School Advisory Board.  With a Master’s in Applied Positive Psychology from The University of Melbourne (specialising in Positive Organisational Scholarship) and as a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA), Hacia brings depth to leadership consulting, blending human insight with strategic execution. Through her keynote speaking and executive coaching, she equips leaders to elevate culture and psychological safety, and in turn yield tangible results.  Author of Billion Dollar Blindspot

    57 min
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Dr. Steve Anderson is a storyteller and a lifelong learner who is deeply committed to helping leaders grow. Born out of deep seeded curiosity and passion, Steve launched his podcast as a vehicle for interviewing accomplished leaders who excel in building cultures and developing teams that create impact and deliver value to customers, employees and stakeholders. In this capacity, he is able to tap into his experience as a CEO of a $75 million-dollar company and a 39 year career as a Physical Therapist to ask questions that produce answers for those at all levels – from entry level professionals to seasoned executives – can learn from and build upon. Steve is known for interviewing guests from a wide range of backgrounds and digging deep to find “Pearls of Wisdom” that can be put into practice as professionals look to learn and grow. Steve is an Executive Coach at Orange Dot Coaching.

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  • Creator
    Steve Anderson
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    299
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © OrangeDotCoaching
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    Profiles in Leadership