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THE LEADER SHOW WITH LOU CARTER

Each episode offers advice and best practices from CEOs at Most Loved Workplace® Certified companies that know when employees love their company culture, it's good for business, customers, community, and the world.

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Executive Summary Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to another exciting edition of The Leader Show with Lou Carter. Today, we are joined by Jake Jacobs, who discusses his book, ‘Leverage Change.’  The conversation centers around organizational transformation, discussing various processes involved. The speakers explore the requirements of leadership in the modern world, with particular attention to the Generation Z and Millennial demographics, humorously termed as ‘ZEOs or Zillennials.’  The discussion also includes the need for deep social change within organizations. So, without further ado, let’s jump right in! Exploring Transformation Principles and Strategic Levers Firstly, Lou and Jake delve into the... 

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Executive Summary Ladies and gentlemen, thanks for tuning in to a new episode of The Leader Show with Lou Carter. Today, we are joined by Tony Thomas, the CEO of Windstream. Windstream is a comprehensive telecommunications provider offering a broad range of services.  These include high-speed broadband internet, reliable phone services, and diverse Digital TV packages for residential customers. Their tailored offerings also cater to small to large-scale businesses and government agencies, providing innovative solutions and indispensable services to meet their specific needs. With that said, let’s find out what makes Windstream a Most Loved Workplace®. Investing in Infrastructure and... 

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Executive Summary Hi everybody, thanks for tuning in to another exciting episode of The Leader Show with Lou Carter. We are joined by D.J. Cardenas, the author of “Weekly Leadership”. In this episode, he discusses the principles of weekly leadership outlined in the book to provide insight into how individuals can improve their leadership skills weekly. So, without further ado, let’s jump right in. Unveiling the Inspiration Behind D.J. Cardenas’ ‘Weekly Leadership’ Lou begins the discussion by asking D.J. Cardenas about his professional journey and motivations behind writing the book “Weekly Leadership.”  In reply, the latter mentions that his experiences,... 

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Executive Summary Hello everyone, welcome back to The Leader Show with Lou Carter. Our guest today is Pamela Maynard, CEO of Avanade.  Avanade is an international leader in technological solutions, dedicated to delivering a comprehensive suite of IT consulting and services grounded in Microsoft technology. With expertise spanning artificial intelligence, business analytics, cloud, and application services, the company is at the forefront of digital transformation. With that said, let’s find out what makes it a Most Loved Workplace®.  Cultivating A People-First Culture Pam has aways believed in the unique, special nature of Avanade’s workplace enviroment, and the Most Loved Workplace®... 

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Executive Summary Hey folks, thanks for joining us on a brand new episode of The Leader Show with Lou Carter. Today, we are joined by Todd Olson, the CEO of Pendo, a comprehensive product experience platform that empowers businesses to prioritize product-centric strategies. So, without any further delay, let’s find out what makes Pendo a Most Loved Workplace®.  Delving into Pendo.io: Todd Expounds on Enhancing User Experiences through Data-Driven Software Personalization Lou sets the tone for the conversation by asking Todd about his company, Pendo.io.  In reply, Todd describes Pendo.io as a software company that enhances other software applications by... 

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Executive Summary Ladies and gentlemen, thanks for tuning in to another exciting episode of The Leader Show with Lou Carter. Today, we are joined by Mark Steffe, the CEO of First Command Financial Services. A renowned financial advisory firm, First Command is committed to supporting U.S. military service members by offering comprehensive and complimentary financial plans tailored specifically to their unique needs.   With that said, let’s find out what makes First Command a Most Loved Workplace.  The Power of Embracing Company Culture: Fostering Success through Respect and Integration Lou initiates the discussion by lauding Mark for his well-respected leadership and... 

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Executive Summary Hey folks, welcome back to The Leader Show with Lou Carter. Today, we have the privilege of hosting John Chen, the CEO of BlackBerry. Appointed in late 2013, John masterfully steered BlackBerry through an impressive resurgence, bolstering its financial stability and solidifying its enduring relevance in the market.  He skillfully pivoted the company’s focus from consumer hardware towards the enterprise software sector, charting a fresh path for BlackBerry. Currently, the company thrives on emerging opportunities within the Internet of Things (IoT) and Cybersecurity domains, carving a niche by ingeniously merging these two rapidly evolving markets. John has garnered... 

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Executive Summary Hey everyone, thank you for joining us as we embark on an incisive journey with Lou Carter on this episode of The Leader Show. Our guest today is Robert LoCascio, the CEO of LivePerson. Headquartered in New York City, LivePerson is an internationally recognized technology company specializing in the creation of conversational commerce and AI software.  With that said, lets delve into the insights that Robert shares and what makes LivePerson a Most Loved Workplace®. Robert Shares Strategies for Cultivating a Positive Company Culture Lou commends Robert LoCascio’s successful tenure as CEO of LivePerson, expressing interest in learning... 

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Executive Summary Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time for another captivating installment of The Leader Show with Lou Carter. Today, we are joined by David Price, an Executive Vice President at PriceSmart, a public company that operates membership warehouse clubs in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. In this highly insightful episode, Mr. Price discusses the firm’s employee-centric approach, internal growth, diversity, and a lot more. So, without any further delay, let’s find out what makes PriceSmart a Most Loved Workplace®.  Creating a “Most Loved Workplace®”: PriceSmart’s Employee-Focused Culture Firstly, Lou and David delve into what makes PriceSmart a “Most... 

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Executive Summary Hello everyone; we appreciate your presence on an exciting new installment of The Leader Show with Lou Carter. Our guest today is Jim Scapa, the CEO and founder of Altair. This American multinational technology company offers software and cloud-based solutions catering to simulation, IoT, data analytics, and artificial intelligence.  Jim discusses his journey as a founder of Altair. He also highlights the importance of bringing great people on board, nurturing a positive company culture, and focusing on his company’s key values. Now, without any further delay, let’s get straight to the good stuff.  From Engineer to Entrepreneur: Jim’s... 

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CEO and Founder at Most Loved Workplace®

Louis Carter specializes in best practice research, coaching, and facilitation as an advisor, speaker and best-selling author of 10 books on best practices including Change Champion's Field Guide and Best Practices in Talent Management. He has worked as a research advisor for the Prime Minister of the UAE - Dubai's HR Lighthouse Initiative, Pentagon, United Nations, and more than half of the Global F500 organizations. Carter is the recipient of ELearning! Magazine's Trailblazer Award, HR Tech Conference's Top Products Award, and Leadership Excellence Magazine's Best in Leadership Development for his work as founder and CEO of Best Practice Institute and the creator of the first social anytime 360-degree feedback tool, skillrater. He received his MA in Social/Organizational Psychology from Columbia University.