Elevate with Robert Glazer
The Elevate Podcast, hosted by Robert Glazer, features interviews with world-renowned business leaders, bestselling authors, and experts who share insights on personal and professional growth. Topics include cultivating better habits, leadership, and making impactful changes. The podcast aims to help listeners unlock their full potential through practical advice and inspiring stories.
Episodes
Elevate Classics: Gary Sanchez on Core Purpose and Finding Your WHY
Gary Sanchez has helped many exceptional leaders find their core purpose and motivation. He is the founder of the WHY Institute, where he and his team have worked with hundreds of thousands of individuals–and several Fortune 500 Companies–to help them discover their core motivation in life. Gary and his team also developed the nine WHY archetypes and the WHY Assessment.
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Chris Ballard On Taking The Plunge And The Invigorating Power Of Cold Water
Chris Ballard, a longtime journalist and bestselling author of five books. For two decades he was a Senior Writer at Sports Illustrated, where eight of his stories have been optioned for film and seven were selected for The Best American Sports Writing. He's a finalist for a National Magazine Award, the recipient of the Dan Jenkins Medal for Excellence in Sportswriting, and has taught narrative re
Weekend Conversations: Don't Dismiss The Messenger. Evaluate The Message
On a new edition of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the recent protest of Jonathan Haidt's commencement address at New York University. Robert and Mick discuss the students' objections, how they missed the actual purpose of Haidt's speech, and why it is flawed to evaluate a message based on our opinion of the messenger, rather than t
Bonus: What Makes Someone An "A Player"
In a special bonus of the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan analyze the concept of an A Player at an organization, another name for a top performer. Robert explains why this label is often misunderstood, and why the true definition of an A Player is temporary, not permanent.
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Elevate Classics: Keith Ferrazzi on A New Way To Lead Great Teams
Keith Ferrazzi is Chairman of Ferrazzi Greenlight and its Research Institute. He is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Who’s Got Your Back and bestsellers like Never Eat Alone, Leading Without Authority, and Competing in the New World of Work. He is a frequent contributor to Harvard Business Review, the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Forbes, Inc, Fortune, and other many other pub
Brendan McGurgan On Timeless Principles That Build Businesses
Brendan McGurgan is the co-founder of Simple Scaling and one of the leading voices on helping ambitious leaders grow global businesses. Before co-founding Simple Scaling, he spent 16 years at CDE Global — 12 of them as Group Managing Director — where he helped take the company from 15 people to nearly 700, with offices on six continents and 25x revenue growth. In 2016, the Institute of Directors n
Weekend Conversations: You Need To Do Something
On a new edition of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the problem of avoidance, and why avoiding or withdrawing from a situation rarely leads to a better outcome, and rarely even makes us feel better. Robert and Mick discuss why avoidance has become so common in work and life today, why it's a flawed approach, and what to do instead.
Elevate Classics: Dan Pink on The Power of Regret
Dan Pink has a bold idea for how to use your regrets as a positive force in your life.
Dan is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of seven books, including A Whole New Mind, Drive, When and his most recent, The Power of Regret. He is also a top rated keynote speaker who has spoken to organizations such as St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Google, Goldman Sachs and more.
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Jacob Morgan On Building A People-First Culture
Jacob Morgan is one of the most forward-thinking voices on leadership, employee experience, and the future of work. He is the bestselling author of six books, including Leading With Vulnerability and his latest, The 8 Laws of Employee Experience, released in February 2026. He is a TED Speaker, the host of the podcast Future Ready Leadership with Jacob Morgan, and the founder of the Future of Work
Weekend Conversations: Effective Leaders Protect Their Time
On a new edition of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the concept of protected time, and how leaders stay effective my ensuring they have time for their key personal and professional priorities. Robert shares why he never arranged work travel on his kids' birthdays, how he blocks off time for strategic thinking, and how he coached his
Elevate Classics: Guy Kawasaki on Working with Steve Jobs and Innovative Leadership
Guy Kawasaki is the Chief Evangelist of Canva and the creator of Guy Kawasaki’s Remarkable People Podcast. Guy was the Chief Evangelist of Apple and an executive fellow of the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley. He’s the bestselling author of over a dozen books, including Wise Guy, The Art of the Start 2.0, and a new one, Think Remarkable, which is now available for preorder wherever books
Elevate Classics: Liz Wiseman on Building A Team of Impact Players
Liz Wiseman coaches both up-and-coming performers and established leaders on how to help others improve. She is the CEO of the Wiseman Group, a leadership research and development firm with clients such as Apple, Disney, Facebook and Google. She is a frequent guest lecturer at BYU and Stanford, and has been recognized previously by Thinkers50 as the top leadership thinker in the world. She is also
Weekend Conversations: Parents Are Focused On The Wrong Risks
On a new edition of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss shocking report from the Institute For Family Studies surveying over 24,000 parents. The report reveals a startling paradox: kids are more restricted than ever before in the physical world, but have few limits on their usage of social media and technology. Robert and Mick discuss th
Elevate Classics: Brad Feld on Entrepreneurial Excellence and Giving First
Brad Feld is a legend in the world of investing, entrepreneurship and mentorship. He is co-founder of the Foundry Group, Mobius Venture Capital and Techstars. Brad was an early investor in Harmonix, Zynga, MakerBot, and Fitbit and has written extensively on venture capital investing and entrepreneurship. Brad’s latest book, Give First: The Power of Mentorship, was released earlier this year
Molly Tschang On Building World-Class Communication Skills
Molly Tschang helps senior executives and leadership teams build chemistry, clarity, and trust. She’s the founder of Abella Consulting and the creator of Say It Skillfully®, an acclaimed video series, podcast, and bestselling book focused on making what’s hard to say easier. Molly also created LinkedIn Learning’s first leadership communication course, Leadership Communication in the Flow of Work.
Weekend Conversations: The Best Things In Life Are Inconvenient
On a new edition of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss a recent road trip Robert took with his daughter from Atlanta to Boston. Robert shares why the trip was well worth 17 hours of driving, and why the most valuable experiences in life are the ones that require a bit of time, effort and inconvenience.
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Elevate Classics: Dr. Robert Brooks on Building Resilience
Dr. Robert Brooks is a leading expert on resilience. He is a Doctor of Psychology, serves on the faculty of Harvard Medical School, and has authored or co-authored over 19 books. During the past 40 years, Dr. Brooks has also lectured nationally and internationally to thousands of parents, educators, mental health professionals, and business leaders on topics pertaining to motivation, resilience, f
Brandon Webb on Puddle Jumpers and Raising Confident, Joyful Kids
Brandon Webb is a decorated Navy SEAL sniper turned entrepreneur As a U.S. Navy Chief, he led the Navy SEAL Sniper School, training some of America’s most legendary marksmen. He’s also a multiple New York Times bestselling author and, most importantly, a proud father of three. His latest book, Puddle Jumpers: Simple and Proven Ways to Raise Confident & Joyful Kids publishes the day the episode air
Weekend Classics: Finding Your Big Three (Partner, Career, Community)
On a new edition of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss The Big Three: the three most important decisions a person can make in life. Robert and Mick delve into why core values are so vital in these three decisions, and how to ensure your values are in alignment with your partner, your vocation, and your community.
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Elevate Classics: Brad Pedersen's Vital Lessons for Entrepreneurs and Leaders
Brad Pedersen is an award-winning entrepreneur, angel investor, thought leader, and sought-after business coach. He is the co-founder of Basic Fun and subsequently co-founded Pela, the 100 million sustainable phone case startup that created an entirely new category. Brad is also the bestselling author of Startup Santa: A Toymaker's Tale of 10 Business Lessons Learned from Timeless Toys.
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David Epstein, NYT Bestselling Author of Range, on His New Book Inside The Box
David Epstein is a journalist and the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World. He has previously worked as a senior writer for Sports Illustrated and as an investigative reporter for Pro Publica. His new book, Inside The Box: How Constraints Make Us Better, publishes the day this episode airs.
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Deep Dive: Apple CEO Tim Cook's Leadership Legacy
In a special deep dive episode of the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the recent news of Tim Cook's planned departure from the CEO role at Apple. Robert and Mick discuss Cook's remarkable tenure as CEO, his unusual approach to leadership, his comparison to his predecessor, Apple founder and CEO Steve Jobs, and the reasoning behind some of Cook's most important s
Weekend Conversations: Living Life With Perceived Scars
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan talk a fascinating psychological study from 1980 that reveals a lot about how we see the world, and the cost of having a mindset of grievance. Robert and Mick explore the importance of focusing on what you can control, leaning into your own agency, and not looking for perceived slights.
Elevate Classics: Alan Mulally on Reviving The Ford Motor Company
Alan Mulally is one of the most effective leaders of his generation. He is the Former President and CEO of Ford Motor Company, where he led the company through an existential crisis and back to profitability. He was also CEO of the commercial airlines division at Boeing, where he led the development of the Boeing 777, the most profitable aircraft in the company’s history. He is also on the Board o
Elevate Classics: Geoff Smart on How To Never Make A Hiring Mistake Again
Dr. Geoff Smart is the world’s leading expert hiring. He is the is the Founder and Chairman of ghSMART, a leading global management consulting firm for talent, and the co-author of three bestselling books. One of those, Who: The A Method for Hiring, is a New York Times bestseller and is considered the leading resource on helping businesses hire and develop top talent. Geoff has a PhD in organizati
Weekend Conversations: You Should Become Unoffendable
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan talk about the concept of being unoffendable. They discuss the social dynamics that have made people more likely to take offense, the harm of that mindset, and why leaders in particular must be unoffendable to be effective.
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Elevate Classics: Alisa Cohn on Lessons from Coaching Fortune 500 Executives
Alisa Cohn was named the #1 Startup Coach in the World by Thinkers50 and has coached startup founders from companies such as Venmo, DraftKings and Mac Weldon. She’s also an investor, strategy consultant, and coach to C-Suite executives at clients such as Microsoft, Google and IBM.
Alisa joined Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk about her new book, From Start-Up To Grown-Up, which h
Perry Marshall On The Power of The 80/20 Rule
Perry Marshall is one of the world’s most sought-after business strategists and the author of ten books. He helped lay the foundations for modern digital advertising through his early Google advertising work, and his reinvention of the Pareto Principle has been published in Harvard Business Review. He also founded the $10 million Evolution 2.0 Prize, announced at London’s Royal Society, and his 80
Weekend Conversations - Are You Getting Enough Sleep?
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the importance of sleep, and why most of us are not getting enough sleep even if we believe we are. They discuss the past trend of leaders pulling all-nighters and 100 hour work weeks, especially former Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer, landmark sleep data, and why leaders must prioritize sl
Elevate Classics: Davis Smith on Building Cotopaxi and Servant Leadership
Davis Smith has made generosity and philanthropy the foundation of a thriving business.
He is the founder and CEO of Cotopaxi, a popular, carbon-neutral outdoor gear brand founded to create sustainably designed products that fight extreme poverty, inspire adventure, and move people to do good. In 2021 alone, Cotopaxi aided over 1 million people in extreme poverty through their non-profit partners
Tony D’Urso On Building A Vision For Your Life, Career And Business
Tony D'Urso is a top-tier podcast host, entrepreneur, and five-time Amazon bestselling author who built a media platform under ten listeners to more than 45 million downloads. Tony is the host of The Tony D’Urso Show, the #1 talk show on the VoiceAmerica network, where he interviews elite entrepreneurs, leaders, and stars. He’s also the creator of the Vision Map™ methodology, a system that helps
Weekend Conversations: The Risks of Ignoring AI Are Found In History
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan talk about the risks leaders face if they choose to ignore AI or are proudly AI literate. Robert and Mick discuss common arguments against the urgency of using AI, and what historic precedents exist for the rollout of this new technology.
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Elevate Classics: Marshall Goldsmith on What Got You Here Won't Get You There
Marshall Goldsmith has been recognized by Thinkers50 as the World’s #1 Leadership Thinker and #1 Executive Coach.
He is also a globally renowned keynote speaker and the New York Times bestselling author of several books, including Triggers, What Got You Here Won’t Get Your There and The Earned Life, which shares the journey to a fulfilling life.
Marshall joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate
Grant Williams on High-Stakes Leadership and Lessons from the Financial World
Grant Williams has spent more than 35 years in global finance across seven major financial centers, from London to Sydney. He had a front-row seat to Japan’s late-1980s bubble and its dramatic collapse, and later worked across New York, Hong Kong, Singapore, and beyond. Grant co-founded Real Vision to bring the most thoughtful voices in investing to a
broader audience, and he’s also the longtime a
Weekend Conversations: Handling Your Fight or Flight Reflex
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan talk about the power of our fight or flight response, and the keys to avoiding becoming emotionally dysregulated. Robert shares a shocking pickleball meltdown he witnessed and talks about the importance for leaders to stay cool and collected, even in frantic times.
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Elevate Classics: Angela Duckworth on Building Grit
Angela Duckworth is the founder and CEO of Character Lab, a professor at the Wharton School of Business, and the author of the influential NYT bestselling book, Grit. She has received the MacArthur Genius Grant, co-hosts the No Stupid Questions podcast, and has delivered one of the most popular TED Talks of all time.
On this classic episode, Angela joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcas
Elevate Classics: Brittany Hodak On Creating Superfans
Brittany Hodak helps businesses and leaders in all industries cultivate passionate, dedicated fans. Brittany is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, and customer experience speaker who has delivered keynotes across the globe to organizations including American Express and the United Nations. She has worked with some of the world’s biggest brands and entertainers, including Walmart, Disney, Katy
Weekend Conversations: Nothing Is Unprecedented
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the link between mistakes, consequences and learning. Robert shares why leaders shouldn't try to prevent their teams from ever making mistakes, then reveals a valuable framework for deciding what mistakes are acceptable learning experiences, and what mistakes must be avoided at all
Elevate Classics: General Stanley McChrystal On Character In Leadership
General Stanley McChrystal is a retired four-star general, former commander of U.S. and International Security Assistance Forces in Afghanistan, and former commander of Joint Special Operations Command. He is the founder of the McChrystal Group, a senior fellow at Yale University, and the author of several New York Times bestselling books, including his latest, On Character: Choices That Defin
Ethan Evans on Leadership Lessons from Amazon and How To Get Promoted
Ethan Evans is a retired Amazon Vice President who spent 15+ years building and scaling major Amazon businesses—including Prime Video, Amazon Video, the Amazon Appstore, Merch by Amazon, Prime Gaming (formerly Twitch Prime), and Twitch Commerce. At Amazon, Ethan led a global team of over 800 people, holds over 70 patents, and became known for developing leaders. Today, Ethan is building Level Up w
Weekend Conversations: You Don't Own Other People's Emotions
On a classic edition of Weekend Conversations on The Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss an insightful mantra from parenting expert Dr. Aliza Pressman "All feelings are welcome, but not all behaviors are."
Robert and Mick dig into why this mantra is so valuable in leadership, and why it is essential to validate people's feelings while also holding people acc
Elevate Classics: Jeff Hoffman's Extraordinary Legacy of Giving
Jeff Hoffman is a perfect example of a business leader who has used his success to give to others. He is an award-winning global entrepreneur, proven CEO, worldwide motivational speaker, bestselling author, Hollywood film producer, a producer of a Grammy Award winning jazz album, and executive producer of an Emmy Award winning television show. In his career, he has been the founder of multiple sta
Jenna Free On ADHD, Self-Regulation And Resilience
Jenna Free is a therapist for ADHD, with ADHD. Through hundreds of hours working with ADHD clients, and through her own lived experience, she has developed a practical, compassionate framework for understanding ADHD as a dysregulation cycle—not a character flaw. She is the author of the new book The Simple Guide to ADHD Regulation that releases the date this episode publishes.
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Weekend Conversations: Bad Choices Make Great Lessons
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the link between mistakes, consequences and learning. Robert shares why leaders shouldn't try to prevent their teams from ever making mistakes, then reveals a valuable framework for deciding what mistakes are acceptable learning experiences, and what mistakes must be avoided at all
Thinking Thursdays: How Should Leaders Use and Limit AI?
On a new edition of Thinking Thursdays, Elevate Podcast host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss recent negotiations and conflict between Anthropic, the US Government, and OpenAI. After discussing the conflict, Robert and Mick dig into how the situation mirrors the choices all leaders will have to make about AI: how much to trust it, how much to limit it, and what unintended consequences
Seth Levine On The New Builders, Growing Startups and Sustainable Growth
Seth Levine is a long-time venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and nationally bestselling author. Seth is a co-founder and partner at Foundry, a Boulder-based venture capital firm with nearly $4 billion in assets under management. He’s also the co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of GoodBread, a small business lending platform, and a deeply committed advocate for entrepreneurs building companies o
Weekend Conversations: Can Flip-Flopping Be A Good Thing?
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the concept of flip-flopping. While this practice is often derided, especially in politics, Robert and Mick break down why changing your mind is often a good think, as long as that change is messaged with principles and transparency.
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Elevate Classics: Mark Matson On Changing Your Relationship With Money and Finding Abundance
Mark Matson is an American entrepreneur, financial educator and the founder & CEO of Matson Money, an investment advisory firm managing over $11 billion in assets for more than 35,000 families across the country. Mark is known for making Nobel Prize-winning investing research accessible to everyday investors. He is the author of several books, including the new Experiencing the American Dream: Ho
Mike Brcic on the Adventurous Life, Building Wayfinders, and Creating Community
Mike Brcic is an entrepreneur, adventurer, and community-builder. He is the founder of Wayfinders, an organization that helps high-performing entrepreneurs and leaders find greater meaning, connection, and happiness through curated adventures and experiences. Mike previously founded Sacred Rides, which he built into the "#1 Mountain Bike Tour Company on Earth" according to National Geographic Adve
Weekend Conversations: How Alysa Liu's Joy Defeated Olympic Pressure
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discussed Alysa Liu's gold medal winning performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics, how she navigated the pressure of the world stage, and what that says about leadership, work and life.
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Thinking Thursdays: Can We Have A Sane Conversation About AI?
On a new edition of Thinking Thursdays, Elevate Podcast host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan try to do the impossible: have a non-hyperbolic conversation about AI and pick apart the extreme narratives in news and culture. Robert and Mick discuss the recent developments in the space, some of the ambitious claims made by leaders in the industry, the viability of the business model, and whether
Elevate Classics: Jay Papasan on How To Find Your Purpose
Jay Papasan is a bestselling author and Vice President of Strategic Content at Keller Williams Realty International, the world’s largest real estate company. He has co-authored multiple blockbuster business books with Gary Keller, including The ONE Thing, which hit #1 on the Wall Street Journal bestseller list, and The Millionaire Real Estate Investor, a New York Times bestseller.
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Weekend Conversations: Johnson & Johnson's False Ethical Shield
In this new episode of Weekend Conversations, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan dig into the dark history of Johnson & Johnson and how the company used its sterling brand reputation--built on their famous 1982 Tylenol Recall--to protect it from external and internal scrutiny. Robert and Mick talk about these ethical shields in business, leadership and other areas of public life and discus
Elevate Classics: Whitney Johnson NYT Bestselling Author of Smart Growth and Disrupt Yourself
Whitney Johnson is an innovative thinker on individual and team growth. She has been named one of the 50 leading business thinkers by Thinkers50 and is the author of several award winning books, including Disrupt Yourself, Build an “A” Team and Smart Growth. Whitney is also the host of the Disrupt Yourself Podcast.
Whitney joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk how leaders can
Gardiner Harris On The Dark Story Of Johnson & Johnson
Gardiner Harris is an award-winning investigative journalist whose reporting has reshaped public health policy, exposed corporate misconduct, and held some of the world’s most influential institutions to account. Gardiner spent years at The New York Times as a public health and pharmaceutical reporter and served as a White House, South Asia, and international diplomacy correspondent. Before that,
Weekend Conversations: Are 40% of Stanford Students Disabled?
In this new episode of Weekend Conversations, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan dig into the recent headline that 40% of Stanford students receive academic accommodations for a disability. Robert and Mick delve into how that data compares to other universities, why Stanford's accommodations are out of step with similar universities, and what all this says about parenting, academic culture
Elevate Classics: Adam Coffey on GE, Building Great Cultures and More
Adam Coffey is a visionary leader who drives growth and builds great cultures. Adam is an Army veteran, a former GE executive, and served as CEO of three service companies for over 20 years. He is the bestselling author of four books, including Empire Builder and The Private Equity Playbook. Adam is currently Chairman of The Chairman Group, a world class consulting business.
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Dr. Alan Barnard On Anti-Fragility And Excelling Under Constraints
Dr. Alan Barnard is one of the world’s foremost experts on decision science and the Theory of Constraints (TOC). He’s the Founder and CEO of Goldratt Research Labs, which he co-founded in 2008. Over three decades, Alan has helped leaders in organizations like Microsoft, Nike, Cisco, Tata Steel, SAP, and the UN find the leverage points that turn impossible problems into sustainable breakthroughs. D
Weekend Conversations: The Modern Leadership of Mike Vrabel
In this new episode of Weekend Conversations, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the leadership example set by Mike Vrabel, coach of the Super Bowl bound New England Patriots. Robert shares why Vrabel's unique approach to leadership--high standards, with high support--is so effective, what leaders in all fields can learn from that approach, and whether Robert is mad that Tom Brady
The Wild, Endless Disney Succession Saga - Thinking Thursdays
On a new edition of Thinking Thursdays, Elevate Podcast host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan delve into the remarkable history of Disney's CEO succession process. Robert and Mick discuss how Disney has been putting off the retirement of current CEO Bob Iger for over 10 years, why Iger's first attempt to retire went terribly wrong, and the ascension of new CEO Josh D'Amaro. Robert and Mick di
Daniel Coyle On How To Flourish As A Leader, And Building Great Teams
Daniel Coyle is the New York Times bestselling author of The Culture Code and several other books. Daniel has advised organizations such as the Navy SEALs, Microsoft, Google, and the Cleveland Guardians, and his work has reshaped how leaders think about group performance, skill development, and human connection. His newest book, Flourish: The Art of Building Meaning, Joy, and Fulfillment, is his m
Weekend Conversations: The Magic of Saying "I've Got This"
In this new episode of Weekend Conversations, we're host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss degrading of accountability and ownership in organizations. Robert shares a recent chaotic customer service experience that prompted the topic, and Robert and Mick share why too many leadership and organizations prioritize process and policy, rather than delivering great outcomes for customers an
Cal Newport on Slow Productivity, Avoiding Burnout, and Doing What Matters
Cal Newport is carrying the banner for a movement to slow down. Cal is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University. He is also the New York Times bestselling author of eight books, including, his latest: Slow Productivity, which debuted at number two on the NYT list in March. Cal is also a contributing writer for The New Yorker and the host of the Deep Questions podcast.
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Greg McKeown on Essentialism At Work and In Life
Greg McKeown changed the way so many leaders think about life with his New York Times Bestselling book, Essentialism. He is the founder and CEO of McKeown Inc, an organization that helps leading companies like Apple, Google, Pixar and more reach the next level of growth. In addition to Essentialism, Greg is also New York Times bestselling author of Effortless and The Essentialism Planner, a w
Weekend Conversations: The Line Between Good and Evil
In this new episode of Weekend Conversations, we're host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the recent protests in Iran, the Iranian regime's response, and how the crisis has been discussed by the media, humanitarian leaders, and activists. Robert and Mick discuss why so many people struggle to find the line between right and wrong, how social media distorts our values, and much more.
Elevate Classics: Henry Abbott On Founding TrueHoop, His ESPN Career, And How To Train To Prevent Injury
Henry Abbott is a pioneer of sports media. Henry is an award-winning journalist and founder of TrueHoop, where he and his team cover basketball with depth and curiosity. Henry previously led ESPN’s 60-person NBA digital and print team, which published several groundbreaking articles and won a National Magazine Award. His latest book is Ballistic: The New Science of Injury-Free Athletic Performanc
Ed Latimore On Learning Hard Lessons And Not Caring What People Think
Ed Latimore is a former professional heavyweight boxer, a competitive chess player, sobriety advocate, physics graduate, U.S. Army National Guard veteran, and a bestselling author of Not Caring What Other People Think Is a Superpower and Sober Letters to My Drunken Self. He grew up in Pittsburgh’s housing projects and fought poverty, addiction, and trauma with the discipline of boxing and the clar
An Elevate Podcast Mailbag!
On a special episode of The Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer answers listener questions on the first ever Elevate Podcast Mailbag. To submit a question for a future episode, email mailbag@robertglazer.com
On this episode, Robert and producer Mick Sloan tackle questions like:
If you could write a letter to your 20 year old self, what would you say?
How do you talk about values with your
Weekend Conversations: How To Find Great Ideas
On a classic edition of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the resistance leaders often feel to new ideas when they have too much on their plate. Robert shares guidance for evaluating ideas objectively, and how to take on new initiatives without burning yourself out.
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Elevate Classics: Amanda Ripley on Changing Education and Building Resilience
Amanda Ripley has extensively studied anti-fragility and resilience. She is an investigative Journalist of three books, including High Conflict, The Smartest Kids In The World and a her latest, The Unthinkable: Who Survives When Disaster Strikes, and Why. She has reported for The Atlantic, Politico, the Washington Post, Time Magazine and other outlets, and her work has helped Time win two National
Klaus Kleinfeld On Leading Two Fortune 500 Companies And Lessons From His Leadership Career
Dr. Klaus Kleinfeld is one of the only leaders in history to have served as CEO of two Fortune 500 companies on different continents: Siemens in Germany and Alcoa in the United States. Today, Klaus is the founder of K2Elevation, where he invests in tech and biotech firms, and he has served on boards ranging from advanced industrial startups to global cultural initiatives. He’s also the author of t
Weekend Classics: The Key To Effective Company Core Values
On this classic episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss the concept of company core values, and whether leaders properly articulate and uphold them. Robert and Mick discuss the process leaders should follow to determine if they have the right values and how to know if your company is aligned in what they say and do.
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Weekend Conversations: How Much Rejection Can You Take?
In this new episode of Weekend Conversations, we're host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss a year filled with rejection, and why that rejection also led to success. Robert and Mick discuss why rejection is necessary to reaching goals, how to cope with and learn from failure, the problem our culture has with perfectionism, and why that perfectionism stands in our way.
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Elevate Classics: David Heinemeier Hansson's Radical Approach To Entrepreneurship
David Heinemeier Hansson is a true innovator. He is the co-founder of Basecamp, which has been used by over 20 million people globally. He’s also the founder of Hey and the creator of the transformational Ruby on Rails, an open source web framework that was used to create Basecamp, Github, Shopify, Airbnb and more. David is also a frequent writer at Hey World, the New York Times bestselling author
Chris Voss On Never Split The Difference And World-Class Negotiating
Chris Voss is the world’s leading expert on negotiation. He’s a former FBI lead international kidnapping negotiator who’s handled some of the most intense, high-stakes situations in the world. He’s the creator of The Black Swan Method®—a powerful approach that takes proven hostage negotiation tactics and applies them to business and everyday life. Chris is the bestselling author of several books,
Weekend Conversations: What Stories Will Define 2026?
On the second annual Year In Review episode of the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan discuss some notable business and leadership topics from 2025 that may accelerate in 2026. They talk about the tumultuous business environment in 2025 and whether that will continue in 2026, before digging into who will win the AI arms race, the future of the technology, the banning of ph
James Clear on Building Atomic Habits
The start of a new year is the perfect time to take stock of your habits--to build good habits and cut out bad ones. Kick off 2026 with wisdom from one of the world's greatest thinkers on habit formation: James Clear, author of the smash hit NYT bestseller, Atomic Habits.
On this classic episode of the Elevate Podcast, James sits down with host Robert Glazer to discuss how to build good habits,
Elevate Classics: Dr. Jordan Grumet on Investing In Your Life's Purpose
Jordan Grumet also known as Doc G, is a physician turned financial expert and author. A former hospice doctor, his exposure to the reflections of people at the end of their lives prompted him to pivot into the world of personal finance, where he helps people align their financial decisions with their life purpose. Jordan is the author of the acclaimed books Taking Stock and The Purpose Code, publ
Weekend Conversations: The Importance of Showing Up (Classic Episode)
For the holiday week, we're rerunning a classic edition of Weekend Conversations. In this episode, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan talk about the importance of building credibility with people by showing up, not canceling commitments when it's difficult, and developing a reputation for reliability. Robert and Mick discuss why showing up consistently is becoming increasingly rare, and in
Elevate Classics: Morra Aarons-Mele on The Anxious Achiever
Morra Aarons-Mele is the host of The Anxious Achiever, a top-10 management podcast that helps people rethink the relationship between their mental health and their leadership. Morra founded Women Online and The Mission List, an award-winning digital-consulting firm and influencer marketing company dedicated to social change in 2010 and sold her businesses in 2021. She is also the author of a bests
