Why Lead?

Ben Owden
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Why Lead?

"Everything rises and falls on leadership," - John MaxwellMy name is Ben Owden and I have weekly conversations with leaders. I hope that these conversations will help you find the clarity and conviction to lead a more meaningful and impactful life. I’ve curated some of the best thinker practitioners from all over the world to help you get to your leadership nirvana. 

  1. FEB 26

    0083 - The AI Playbook: How to Win with Machine Learning ft Eric Siegel

    What if you could predict who will buy, who will click—or even who might lie or die? In this episode, Ben Owden sits down with Dr. Eric Siegel founder of Machine Learning Week, a globally recognized expert on demystifying machine learning and author of two landmark books, Predictive Analytics and The AI Playbook, Dr. Siegel. They cut through the hype of “AI” to reveal how predictive analytics (the real engine behind so many “AI” claims) is transforming day-to-day business operations—from frau...

    1h 6m

  2. FEB 21

    0082 - Why Most Strategy Fails—And How to Fix It ft Dr. Felix Oberholzer-Gee

    What if everything you thought you knew about strategy was wrong—or at least incomplete? In this eye-opening episode, Ben Owden sits down with Felix Oberholzer-Gee, Harvard Business School’s Andreas Andersen Professor of Business Administration and the author of Better, Simpler Strategy: A Value-Based Guide to Exceptional Performance. Renowned for his award-winning teaching and cutting-edge research, Felix distills strategy down to its essence: value creation for customers, employees, and par...

    1h 13m

  3. JAN 29

    0081 - Stop Fixing—Start Transforming: How to Spark Real Change ft Dr. Monica Sharma

    How do we create a world where our children—and all of us—can truly thrive? In this episode, Ben Owden sits down with Dr. Monica Sharma, a physician, epidemiologist, and former senior leader at the United Nations, whose groundbreaking work in Radical Transformational Leadership helps people tackle global challenges by harnessing their own inner capacities. Drawing from decades of experience across continents, Dr. Sharma explains how universal values—like dignity, equity, and compassion—can di...

    1h 11m

  4. JAN 15

    0080 - Why ‘I Have Feedback for You’ Feels So Scary—and How to Move Past It ft Jason Rosoff

    Ever felt your heart sink when someone says, “I have some feedback for you”? You’re not alone. In this insightful episode, I chat with Jason Rosoff, co-founder of Radical Candor, about the gripping fear and anxiety that often hijack feedback and performance conversations. Jason has helped organizations of every size—from scrappy startups to Fortune 100 heavyweights—create honest, human-centered cultures. Drawing on both brain science and real-world success stories. Jason offers practical tips...

    1h 16m

  5. JAN 2

    0079 - Stop Wasting Money, Focus on Your Most Profitable Customers ft Peter Fader

    Kick off the new year with a fresh perspective on your business strategy! In this episode, Ben Owden chats with Dr. Peter Fader, Wharton professor and co-founder of a predictive analytics firm acquired by Nike. Peter is also the author of Customer Centricity and The Customer Centricity Playbook, and he’s on a mission to debunk the myth that “all customers are created equal.” Discover why focusing on your best customers—and even paying more to acquire them—can drive sustainable growth, while...

    1h 1m

  6. 11/06/2024

    0078 - To Be Innovative, Less is Always More: How Constraints Ignite Creativity ft Dr. Simone Ahuja

    Ben Owden in a conversation with Dr. Simone Ahuja, best-selling author, keynote speaker, and CEO of Blood Orange, a global innovation strategy firm. Simone talks about Jugaad innovation, a frugal and flexible approach to problem-solving under constraints. She shares how embracing scarcity can actually fuel creativity and drive meaningful innovation from within organizations. Learn about intrapreneurship and practical strategies to overcome organizational resistance, align teams with a Massive...

    56 min

  7. 10/23/2024

    0077 - Losing $400M, Bouncing Back, Owning Failures and Embracing Being an Outsider ft Stacy Spikes

    Ben Owden engages in a conversation with Stacy Spikes, the visionary co-founder of MoviePass and author of "Black Founder: The Hidden Power of Being an Outsider." Stacy's journey is a masterclass in turning failures into stepping stones and embracing the unique advantages of being an outsider. From working alongside entertainment icons like Stevie Wonder, Spike Lee, and Eddie Murphy to reinventing himself from a junior executive to a tech CEO, Stacy shares how he defied expectations and disru...

    1h 35m
  8. 0076 - Is Your Inner Critic Holding You Back? Transform Judgment to Make it Your Greatest Ally ft Janet M Harvey

    10/09/2024

    0076 - Is Your Inner Critic Holding You Back? Transform Judgment to Make it Your Greatest Ally ft Janet M Harvey

    Join host Ben Owden as he engages in a transformative conversation with Janet M. Harvey, a globally recognized leader in the coaching industry and author of "From Tension to Transformation: A Leader's Guide to Generative Change." Discover how embracing discomfort and leaning into tension can unlock your hidden leadership potential. Janet explores how to turn your inner critic into your greatest ally, break free from limiting labels, and overcome fears that hold you back. If you've ever felt s...

    1h 26m
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    About

    "Everything rises and falls on leadership," - John MaxwellMy name is Ben Owden and I have weekly conversations with leaders. I hope that these conversations will help you find the clarity and conviction to lead a more meaningful and impactful life. I’ve curated some of the best thinker practitioners from all over the world to help you get to your leadership nirvana. 

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    • Creator
      Ben Owden
    • Years Active
      2020 - 2025
    • Episodes
      84
    • Rating
      Explicit
    • Copyright
      © 2025 Why Lead?
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      Why Lead?

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