146 episodes

Using over 1.5 million assessments from leaders worldwide, renowned psychometrician Dr. Joseph Folkman and leadership legend Dr. Jack Zenger are here to settle the leadership debates and let the data speak for itself. Each week they analyze different leadership traits, trends, and what it really takes to get to the 90th percentile. These short episodes feature compelling stories, research, and actions that leaders can take to improve. Learn more at https://zengerfolkman.com/podcasts/.

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast Zenger Folkman Leadership

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    • 4.9 • 103 Ratings

Using over 1.5 million assessments from leaders worldwide, renowned psychometrician Dr. Joseph Folkman and leadership legend Dr. Jack Zenger are here to settle the leadership debates and let the data speak for itself. Each week they analyze different leadership traits, trends, and what it really takes to get to the 90th percentile. These short episodes feature compelling stories, research, and actions that leaders can take to improve. Learn more at https://zengerfolkman.com/podcasts/.

    Episode 133: Connecting Through Coaching—Authenticity, AI, and Transformation

    Episode 133: Connecting Through Coaching—Authenticity, AI, and Transformation

    Details In this enlightening podcast episode, expert coaching master Kathleen Stinette shares her invaluable insights on the evolution of leadership coaching in the wake of the pandemic. With over 25 years of experience, Kathleen discusses the subtle yet significant shifts in coaching methodologies prompted by remote and hybrid work environments, emphasizing the growing importance of … Continued

    • 18 min
    Episode 52: How the Best Build Better Relationships

    Episode 52: How the Best Build Better Relationships

    Details Humans are hard-wired to connect. They are social creatures that crave friendship and positive interactions with others. As much as we yearn for these interactions, however, many of us struggle to be good at building relationships. But why? In this episode, we’re discussing the key elements to developing positive relationships both within and outside … Continued

    • 14 min
    Epsiode 132: Hybrid Work— Understanding The Leadership Advantages in Both Zones

    Epsiode 132: Hybrid Work— Understanding The Leadership Advantages in Both Zones

    Details After some initial uncertainty, most companies have now found their footing with respect to adopting office-based, remote, or hybrid working models. Despite a common belief that we’ve mastered the flexibility of working from anywhere, the reality is we’re still on a learning curve—and that’s perfectly acceptable. In today’s discussion, we aim to highlight the … Continued

    • 19 min
    Episode 131: Executive Presence Has New Rules

    Episode 131: Executive Presence Has New Rules

    Details Executive Presence. This term, often heard in boardrooms and leadership seminars, is not just about gravitas, articulate communication, and maintaining the ‘right’ appearance. It’s about having the capacity to foster confidence and inspire those around you. Your executive presence determines whether you’ll gain access to opportunities. Joining us today is Sylvia Ann Hewlett, an … Continued

    • 23 min
    Episode 104: The Lost Art of Asking Good Questions

    Episode 104: The Lost Art of Asking Good Questions

    Details Regardless of who you are in an organization — a great question can help you learn more about your task, unlock hidden opportunities, deliver better results, and mitigate unforeseen risks. In general, most of us don’t ask enough questions because we fail to recognize the enormous benefits in terms of interpersonal bonding and how … Continued

    • 14 min
    Episode 99: Ordinary Habits of Highly Effective Coaches

    Episode 99: Ordinary Habits of Highly Effective Coaches

    Details Habits are things you automatically do every day. It’s your morning routine, how you make your favorite drink, or the fact that you always leave every cabinet door open when you leave a room. It is the actions you perform without thinking because they are ingrained into who you are. Researchers at Duke University … Continued

    • 16 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
103 Ratings

103 Ratings

jlsneda ,

Impactful

Such an fun and engaging podcast!
The insights are distilled from research with thousands of leaders and is actionable and memorable to drive organizational results.

tedge_1 ,

An easy listen!!

This podcast is a quick and easy listen! It breaks down compelling and relevant research into very digestible 15 minute episodes. The hosts are insightful and share interesting stories. A great listen for leaders!

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Research Driven and Wise!

Great podcast! The topics are always relevant and helpful. And, I love the grounding in solid research. Leadership is not a mystic art! It’s a real skill which can be developed and honed with practice!

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