Leadership Trademarked Podcast

In this applied episode, we explore how understanding identity shapes the way we lead, connect, and grow. Using The Identity Matrix as our guide, we unpack how family traditions, childhood memories, and formative experiences contribute to a deeper sense of self. Through honest conversation and personal reflection, we examine the challenges of leadership, the power of self-awareness, and the importance of owning both our strengths a...

Employee engagement isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept—and in the latest episode of the Leadership Trademarked Podcast, we’re exploring exactly why. After hours of deep discussion, we’ve introduced a framework to help clarify what “engagement” really means in the workplace. Along the way, we unpack practical leadership strategies, discuss the impact of COVID-19 on social behaviour, and explore new ways to navigate uncertainty in tod...

In this episode of Leadership Trademarked, we sit down with Josie Scioli, a trailblazing leader recently retired from her role as Deputy City Manager, Corporate Services, at the City of Toronto. Josie has been instrumental in shaping a "customer first" culture and implementing transformational change across critical divisions, from Corporate Real Estate Services to Technology Services and beyond.

With a distinguished career that br...

Lina Tsakiris is an information and physical security expert and co-chair of the Canadian Insider Risk Management Centre of Excellence. With extensive experience in managing insider threats, she is dedicated to enhancing security practices through employee engagement and risk mitigation strategies.

Tsakiris is recognized for her leadership in developing frameworks that address both technical and human aspects of security, earning...

In this episode, we sit down with Anthony Colvin, Manager at the renowned Toronto restaurant Kasa Moto, to explore how employee e...

----more----Continuing with the theme of engagement, in Episode 10 we focus on effective communications for leaders! 

In the realm of leadership, communication stands as the cornerstone of success. Join us in this episode as we delve into the intricate art of effective communication for leaders. From inspiring teams to navigating complex challenges, the ability to convey ideas, visions, and concerns with clarity and impact is param...

Welcome to Episode 9! Continuing with the overarching theme of Engagement, in this episode we focus on exploring the causes and the impacts of uncertainty in our workplaces. 

As guests, we welcome Kevin Quinn and Michael Goldman who share ideas on how to deal with the uncertainty among their team as well as their own feelings about uncertainty using examples and a real-time assessment of a real-life example.

Kevin is Strategic Advi...

Episode 8: Engagement eh? 

Please join us in the release of our next series which will focus on Engagement. Engagement eh? you say? it is such a broad aspect of the workplace and we would like to explore in more detail what it means. 

In this episode we talk about the definition of engagement, what are some of the uncertainties today and how we deal with them, what some of the research tells us, and what are the next steps. 

Over t...

Welcome to Episode 7 of our podcast series, where we embark on an exciting journey into the world of trademarked leadership tools. In our previous episodes, we've had the privilege of hosting remarkable guests who've shared their personal journeys, from seasoned leaders to those in the midst of transitioning into leadership roles. Their stories have illuminated the challenges of leadership in today's dynamic landscape.

Now, we're t...

Welcome of Part 3 of Stepping into Leadership Series! In this episode we welcome Bhadresh Patel. 

Bhadresh Patel, at the age of 24, is an individual who has recently assumed the prestigious role of President at the Toastmasters Club in Queens, located in Kingston, Ontario. 

Alongside his commitment to Toastmasters, Bhadresh serves as a Financial Service Representative at easy financial.

Prior to his current position, Bhadresh gar...

"Stepping into Leadership" is a captivating episode series that delves into the inspiring stories of individuals who have taken the courageous leap into leadership roles. 

Each episode invites notable guests from various fields to share their personal experiences and insights on what motivated them to step into leadership and the remarkable transitions they underwent in their journey. 

Through candid conversations, listeners gain v...

In the realm of leadership, there exists no exclusive license to guide. Instead, a leader's purpose lies in constructing an environment that fosters trust, hope, stability, and compassion. Our present discourse centers around the concept of bottom-up leadership, featuring the insights of Dr. John Flannery from the esteemed University Health Network in Toronto. 

Dr. John Flannery has been a specialist in Physical Medicine & Rehabili...

Covid19 pandemic has brought us a gift. A gift of transformation from a 9-5 job in a traditional office to work from home. Now, we must reimagine what the future looks like!! Are we going back to the office? Are we working from home? Is it hybrid?  But really, what we are talking about is leadership! 

Join our guest, Shira Yoskovitch, as we discuss this topical issue. 

Shira is a Transformation Leader with over 27 years of comprehe...