Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley

Leadership Currency with Dr. Doug McKinley

Leadership is about who you are as well as what you do. If you are interested in learning more about yourself and how to lead, follow, and connect with those you work with, tune into this podcast hosted by Psychologist and Master Certified Coach, Doug McKinley. He addresses topics such as self-awareness, emotional agility, workplace cultures, diversity and inclusion.

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March 25, 2024 39 mins
If you lead initiatives but are also required to take orders from upper management, you are most likely a middle manager. Middle managers often get a bad rap, often having to do more with less. Our guest today is Dr. Aldo Peixoto, a physician leader in a large health care system where he frequently finds himself “in the middle”. Experts suggest middle managers are needed to increase organizational clarity and accountability. Listen...
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Have you ever wondered how successful leaders keep up the momentum while moving closer to reaching their goals? Perhaps they make the most of their idle time by engaging in activities that brings them closer to achieving those goals. “Hustle while you wait” can mean a quick and intentional execution of a task immediately in front of you to lead you closer to what you want. Our podcast guest, Joe Rickert, is an emerging leader and c...
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March 11, 2024 41 mins
On this podcast, Dr. McKinley and co-host Steven Crooke dive head first into the need for, and power of, asking better questions. Powerful questions are provocative queries that put a halt to evasion and confusion. By asking the powerful question, a leader can guide their people to more clarity, specific action, and new areas of discovery.

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Author Jamie Winship and his wife Donna join Dr. McKinley on today’s podcast. Founders of The Identity Exchange, they assist leaders in becoming fearless by living out their true identity. Jamie and Donna lived out their identities in the Middle East serving as conflict mediators in extremely hostile situations. Sharing their own inspirational stories, they teach how being very clear about who you truly are can transform your life ...
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February 26, 2024 37 mins
In today's healthcare environment, change is the one predictable element. Despite new innovations and technologies, the challenges of strained healthcare resources, high turn-over, and long wait times continue to impact the patient experience. Jeff Peters has served as a strategic healthcare leader for over 40 years. His bold and innovative approach has earned the respect of countless healthcare systems around the country. In this ...
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February 19, 2024 45 mins
Today’s podcast guest is Amy Kemp, author of the recently published book, I See You. You are in for real treat as you listen to Amy who is a very polished communicator and passionate about guiding women into uncovering their brilliance. She has led large teams of women, served as a mentor, coach, confidant and eloquently shares her observations of women rising in leadership. After hearing Amy, you will be challenged and inspired to...
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February 12, 2024 28 mins
Most great wisdom passes down by those who come before us. In this podcast, Dr. McKinley is joined by one of those wise leaders. Nancy Hill begins her 80th year full of hope and zest. She is a retreat facilitator, author and film producer and most of those initiatives started later in life. This conversation was a joy to have and I trust others will benefit from the many nuggets of wisdom Nancy shared so effortlessly.

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February 5, 2024 42 mins
Inspiring another person in the workplace involves encouraging them to achieve their goals and motivating them to increase their capabilities. By inspiring others, you can establish a more positive workplace culture and increase productivity. Dr. McKinley is joined by guest Victoria Dorsano, who inspires others in her fulltime job as a Certified Health and Lifestyle Coach. Victoria shares her observations on personal growth with en...
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January 29, 2024 17 mins
Masterful communicators are both self-aware and vigilant to the subtle nuances while conversations are in motion. When they pay attention to their conversational patterns, rather than judge them, they can acknowledge them, name them, and accept them. By doing that, they can remain healthy and intentional as they navigate interactions with others. Join Dr. McKinley as he shares his insights on how have healthy conversations.

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January 22, 2024 42 mins
Compassion fuels positive change. Dr. McKinley’s guest today is Dr. Laura Morrison who is a Palliative Care physician serving at one of our nation’s leading healthcare institutions. This interview focuses on the need and relevance of integrating compassion in our leadership roles. Additionally, love fuels compassion. Becoming a more loving and compassionate leader will give you and your organization a distinct and dynamic advantage...
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January 15, 2024 41 mins
Authentic leadership’s key differentiator is the motivation behind it. Authentic leaders strive to create a meaningful relationship with their teams as they work toward goals related to their organization's mission and purpose—not just its bottom line. They use their inner compass to guide their daily actions, which enables them to earn the trust of their employees, peers, and shareholders; thus, creating approachable work environm...
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January 8, 2024 17 mins
As our world is increasingly changing, the need for a resilient mindset and emotional agility will continue to be a constant. Since writing his book, The Resiliency Quest, Dr. McKinley is frequently invited to share his observations and insights into the resilient mindset for leaders. Listen to this podcast as he highlights some of the salient lessons about being the best version of yourself despite your circumstances.

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January 1, 2024 38 mins
Resilience refers to the ability of individuals, communities, organizations, and systems to withstand, adapt, and recover from shocks, stresses, or disruptions. At a global level, promoting resilience has become a key priority for governments, international organizations, and community leaders. This is because resilience is seen as crucial for sustainable development and ensuring the well-being of populations. Join Dr. McKinley as ...
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December 4, 2023 32 mins
Did you know that focusing on one word for the entire year can catalyze life change? Instead of a New Year’s resolution, try choosing one word to simplify your life and business. Our lives can be full of clutter and complexity which can lead to procrastination. Simplicity and focus lead to clarity and success. Dr. McKinley is joined by his immediate family to share their personal insights of this practice and to encourage others ab...
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November 27, 2023 51 mins
Game based learning is a teaching method that uses the power of games to define and support learning outcomes. A GBL environment achieves this through intentionally designed educational games that have elements such as engagement, immediate rewards, and healthy competition. All so that while participants play, they stay motivated to learn. Dr. McKinley is joined by consultant Marie Pawlak, a fabulous and passionate facilitator who ...
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November 20, 2023 48 mins
Thinking clearly is the foundation for making wise choices, yet human minds are prone to traps that muddle effective reasoning. By cultivating self-awareness, you can catch yourself before falling into unproductive patterns of thinking and redirect those thoughts with logic and intentionality. Today’s guest is Tim Mohns. Dr. McKinley and Tim discuss common thinking errors that are referred to as cognitive biases. They can easily tr...
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November 13, 2023 34 mins
In the context of navigating organizational dynamics, mentorship and sponsorship are both crucial for personal growth and career goals, but they operate in distinct and nuanced ways.Mentors offer valuable guidance and support while sponsors hold the power to provide tangible opportunities for career advancement. Cultivating both relationships can be advantageous.Dr. Tamar Taddei, a full professor at a prestigious academic medical c...
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November 8, 2023 24 mins
How is your self-care these days? Leaders go into “battle” every day and must find ways to recover from the “wounds” they experience. Thought leader Kristine Neff coined the term, Fierce Self-Compassion. In this episode, Dr. McKinley shares his understanding, reflections, and possible applications of her work. Leaders need to accept and love themselves in their human imperfection, and in the moment. That may sound soft, but self-co...
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October 30, 2023 46 mins
Life is filled with seasons of fog, often showing up unexpectedly. Brian Zehr, author of Driving in Fog, is today’s podcast guest. Brian illuminates in a clear format what we all feel inside, but can’t put into words. Leaders are accustomed to looking into the future and planning for success, but not so much anymore. Most leaders today are happy to be able to forecast the next six months. This shift in the nature of work requires l...
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October 23, 2023 34 mins
There exists an undeniable need to focus on mental health within the workplace. It is no secret there has been a sharp increase in mental health needs post Pandemic. Employers foresee an increase in these needs in the future as well. Larry Boatright is our guest on the podcast today. He is currently the Executive Director of Ithaka Housing in Colorado Springs, and brings many years of leadership experience to our discussion. Listen...
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