Episodes

  • From Avoidance To Action

    From Avoidance To Action
    Jan 8 2025
    In this episode, David celebrates the one-year anniversary of the Intelligent Human Leadership podcast, reflecting on its growth and impact. He emphasizes the importance of addressing avoidance and neglect in both business and personal life, sharing his experience with Vargas Environmental Consulting. He advocates for intentionality and self-awareness, urging leaders to confront issues rather than neglect them. He discusses practical strategies like conducting leadership audits, practicing self-care, and maintaining healthy routines. He also highlights the transformative power of addressing neglected areas, encouraging you to strive for personal and professional growth in 2025.

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    24 mins
  • The Force Of Leadership

    The Force Of Leadership
    Jan 1 2025
    In this episode, David reflects on the year 2024 and looks forward to 2025, focusing on the theme of leadership mastery. He draws parallels between Star Wars themes and leadership qualities, emphasizing the balance between the light and dark sides of leadership. He discusses the importance of self-awareness, mentorship, and the development of resilient teams. He also highlights the need for leaders to identify and leverage their unique strengths, using tools like the "five voices" assessment.

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    26 mins
  • Cultivating Peace

    Cultivating Peace
    Dec 25 2024
    In this episode, David discusses strategies for cultivating personal peace, particularly during the holiday season, inspired by the Christian tradition of Advent. He introduces the Peace Index, a tool that assesses peace across five domains: purpose, place, people, provision, and physical health. He emphasizes the importance of living in one's purpose, maintaining a balanced environment, and healthy relationships. He highlights the impact of financial stability and physical well-being on peace. Practical tips include setting realistic expectations, practicing mindfulness, and using gratitude to shift focus from stress to blessings. He also encourages you to apply these principles year-round for lasting peace and leadership.

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    25 mins
  • The Power Of Questions

    The Power Of Questions
    Dec 18 2024
    In this episode, David discusses the importance of creating a safe and trusting framework for impactful interactions, whether coaching, teaching, or facilitating. He explores key questions to ask that go beyond surface-level emotions and facts, helping others tap into deeper insights. Learn how to guide conversations that uncover obstacles and clarify what truly matters. He also emphasizes actionable steps, highlighting the significance of measurable goals and accountability to create lasting momentum and meaningful change.

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    25 mins
  • Building Trust And Influence

    Building Trust And Influence
    Dec 11 2024
    In this episode, David discusses the importance of building trust and influence through meaningful relationships rather than immediate opportunities. He introduces the "relational impact tool," which visualizes the shift from self-focused (red) to others-focused (green) interactions. He emphasizes the value of asking sincere questions to understand others' needs and pain points and highlights the significance of active listening and reflecting back what others say to ensure understanding. He also advises against transactional relationships and encourages leaders to prioritize others' highest good.

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    25 mins
  • Knowing Yourself To Lead Yourself

    Knowing Yourself To Lead Yourself
    Dec 4 2024
    In this episode, David shares insights from his career as a wildlife biologist and member of the Wildlife Society. Drawing inspiration from their strategic initiatives, he explores the critical role of communication in achieving organizational and conservation goals. He discusses how understanding human behavior complements technical expertise, offering actionable steps to align personal vision with organizational missions. Learn how self-awareness, intentional communication, and tools like the Five Voices framework can foster collaboration, build community, and drive meaningful impact.

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    26 mins
  • Breaking Free From Resentment

    Breaking Free From Resentment
    Nov 27 2024
    In this episode, David discusses strategies for managing resentment during the holiday season and reviews the "stack" framework: stop, submit, struggle, and strike. This process helps you identify triggers, acknowledge emotions, challenge assumptions, and take proactive actions. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing resentment to avoid its negative impact on personal and professional relationships. He also highlights the benefits of gratitude and appreciation in transforming negative emotions.

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    24 mins
  • Celebrating Success

    Celebrating Success
    Nov 21 2024
    In this episode, David dives into the often overlooked but essential practice of celebrating success within your team. He explores how recognition is a key form of communication that boosts morale, strengthens cohesion, and drives productivity. Drawing from his own experiences and insights from The Communication Code, he emphasizes the importance of genuine celebration, whether big or small, to create a positive and engaged work environment.

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    23 mins