The Tyler Dickerhoof Show
Tyler Dickerhoof 275 episodes Nov 8, 2026
The Tyler Dickerhoof Show is a leadership podcast hosted by leadership coach and author Tyler Dickerhoof. It focuses on the inner forces that shape how we lead—mindset, insecurity, ownership, relationships, faith, and vision—rather than on strategy alone. Through personal stories, practical frameworks, and conversations with leaders, thinkers, and high performers, Tyler pushes listeners to do the inner work that leads to healthier leadership and lasting impact. The show expands on themes from his book The Things We Hide, adding fresh conversations and honest dialogue about the challenges leaders face today.
Episodes
Ep 279 People Are People: Lessons in Trust from the Interrogation Room w/ Brad Beeler
Most leaders believe they’re good at reading people. They trust their gut, make a quick call, and move on. But first impressions are often wrong, and once you’ve labeled someone, you stop hearing what they’re trying to tell you.Brad Beeler spent 25 years as a U.S. Secret Service special agent. He’s one of the most decorated polygraph examiners in the agency’s history and author of Tell Me Everythi
Ep 278
How to Lead With Confidence When You Feel Like You’re Not Enough w/ Dr. Dave Jones
Most high performers aren’t losing to their competition. They’re losing to the voice in their head that says you’re not enough, so keep going.Dr. Dave Jones knows that voice well. As a kid he learned early on that scoring goals got him attention, so he scored a lot of them. It worked until 1994, when a slap shot in Kalamazoo shattered his nose and took his identity with it. Then came a coach who s
Ep 277 No Name Bastard: Turning Hidden Shame into Leadership Freedom w/Tori DaCosta
You might be capable, accomplished and well respected, and still carry something you never say out loud. It could be a piece of your past, an old fear, or a feeling that you don’t quite measure up. You’ve gotten good at managing it, and you’ve had a polished answer ready for years.That hidden story still costs you. It shows up when you avoid a hard conversation, when you need people to like you, o
Ep 276 Saying No Is Kind: How Nice Leaders Set Boundaries Without Losing Their Team w/Kristen Hadeed
You care about the team you lead. You say yes more often than you should. You take on the extra work so your team doesn’t have to. And now you’re running on empty.Kristen Hadeed knows that place well. She started Student Maid at 19 to buy a pair of jeans. Forty-five people quit on her in one day. She wrote a bestseller about it. Then, more than a decade in, she caught her reflection in a window an
Ep 275 Don't Let Success Become Your Excuse for Complacency w/Marty Hofmann
Some of the most complacent leaders are also the hardest working.That sounds backward. But Marty Hofmann learned that drive and complacency can be the same thing. When you're always chasing the next result, you never stop long enough to be present with the people right in front of you.Marty grew up on a farm in Iowa, spent eight years as a youth pastor, and built a $15 million real estate portfoli
Ep 274 Victim, Survivor, or Victor? Leading After A Traumatic Attack w/Erika Rothenberger
Warning: This episode includes a detailed account of a violent assault. It also mentions sexual assault, eating disorders, and growing up with alcoholic parents.On the morning of June 16, 2022, Erika Rothenberger pushed back a meeting by 15 minutes. She texted her kids to have a great day. Then she pulled into the parking lot she had used for over 10 years.A man she had never seen before was waiti
Ep 273 “How God Rebuilt Me Through What I Lost" w/Sean Conlon
Sean Conlon raised capital, scaled hard, and exited big. Then COVID shut down all seven of his wedding venues and left him with nothing left to control. What followed wasn't just a business reset. It was a complete reorientation of why he builds companies differently today.In this conversation, Sean and Tyler get honest about the identity trap hiding inside high performance, and what it looks like
Ep 272 Finding Your Self Worth After the Title, Mission & Money Are Gone w/Dr. Esther Zeledon
What happens when everything you've built — your contracts, your identity, your network — disappears in a single week?Dr. Esther Zeledon, founder of Be Act Change and author of Creating Your Limitless Life, knows that answer firsthand.In this conversation, Esther takes us back to the wound that started everything: a 10-year-old girl watching her father lose his PhD funding, her family's world unra
Ep 271 The Value Gap: They're Not Buying What You Think You're Selling w/ John Ravaris
You know your product. You've got clients, revenue, a team. But growth has gotten harder and you're not sure why.Here's what nobody wants to admit: the disconnect between the value you think you deliver and the value your clients actually feel is probably wider than you know. And that gap is costing you deals, loyalty, and the kind of growth you know you're capable of.In this episode, host Tyler D
Ep 257 The Things We Hide: The Walls You Built to Survive Are Limiting Your Leadership
Most leaders think they're in control of how they lead. They're not.Underneath every decision, reaction, and every room you walk into is something that's running the show. A fear that never got named. A wound that never got faced. A wall that got built so long ago you forgot it was there.In this episode, host Tyler Dickerhoof shares his new book — The Things We Hide — and reads from the opening ch
Ep 270 Authentic Leadership, Fear, and the Neuroscience of Real Influence w/Caroline Webb
What if the greatest obstacle to your leadership isn't your experience? What if it's the disconnect between how you think you're showing up as a leader and how your team experiences you?Caroline Webb, economist turned McKinsey partner turned executive coach, and author of the brand-new book Leadership Intelligence joins show host, Tyler Dickerhoof to discuss her time at the Bank of England forecas
Ep 269
The Leadership Exit Nobody Prepares You For w/Matt Friedman
There's a version of success nobody warns you about. The one where you've built something meaningful, achieved significance, and then handed it over. Suddenly the thing that defined you for decades is gone, and you're left wondering who you are without it.Matt Friedman built Wing Zone from $500 and a fraternity kitchen into a 140-location franchise across six countries. He spent 27 years pouring h
Ep 268 Why Leading Change Feels So Hard (And the Science That Makes It Easier) w/ Jeff Wetherhold
88% of organizational changes produce no lasting results. Harvard-trained behavioral scientist Jeff Wetherhold says the reason isn't resistance, it's that we've been teaching leaders the wrong skills for decades.In this conversation, Jeff and host, Tyler Dickerhoof, revel why inner work alone doesn't translate into better leadership, why "buy-in" is a trap, and why directive communication is quiet
Ep 267 The Growth You're Avoiding Is the Growth Your Business Needs w/Brad Sugars
What hides inside you controls you. What you face transforms you.In this episode, host Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Brad Sugars — founder and CEO of ActionCOACH, the world's number one business coaching franchise with over 1,000 locations across 80 countries. Brad built a global empire, yet for years quietly avoided the spotlight. It took Gary Vaynerchuk telling him to "suck it up" in front of
Ep 266 Ask, Don't Tell: What It Takes to Lead People Well with Josh Zolin
On this episode, host Tyler Dickerhoof, sits down with Josh Zolin, former Hollywood stuntman turned CEO of Windy City Equipment, an eight-figure HVAC company he inherited from his father and built into an Inc. 5000 business.Josh unpacks the leadership shift that changed everything for him: moving from telling people what to do, to asking questions that help them conclude it themselves. He goes dee
Ep 265 Maybe It's Me: The Hidden Cost of High Performance with Erika Alessandrini
Host Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Erika Alessandrini — executive coach, facilitator, and author of Maybe It's Me — for a raw, honest conversation about what it really costs to be a high performer.Erika spent over two decades in corporate leadership before a brutally honest 360 review cracked open something she couldn't ignore: the results were real, but so was the damage.This conversation takes
Ep 264 Redefining Leadership with Championship Basketball Coach Hunter Price
Ten seconds left. Down by one. His teammate is one point away from a milestone most players never reach. He has the shot. He doesn't take it. That single decision is the philosophy behind this episode.Record-setting former Wisconsin high school basketball coach and author Hunter Price joins host, Tyler Dickerhoof, to expose the lie almost every team believes: that everyone in the room "cares." The
Ep 263 The 6 Saboteurs Killing Your Leadership Impact w/ Laurie Maddalena
Ever walked out of a meeting agreeing with everything, then immediately started venting about it in the hallway? That's called back-channeling and it's a silent culture killer.On this episode of the Tyler Dickherhoof show, Tyler sits down with Laurie Maddalena, certified speaking professional and author of The Elevated Leader, to unpack the six leadership saboteurs quietly wrecking teams everywher
Ep 262 Generals Don't Dig Foxholes: The Shift That Took One Company from $5M to $18M w/Tom Kubiniec
What does a heavy metal guitarist turned military weapons storage CEO know about leadership? A lot more than you'd expect.Tom Kubiniec built Secure It Gun Storage into the global leader in military armory design — supplying the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and law enforcement agencies worldwide. But for years, he kept hitting the same ceiling: $5 million in sales, three different companies, same probl
Ep 261 The Leadership Iceberg — What 90% of Managers Never See w/ Mark Miller, Former Chick-fil-A VP
What if everything you've been told about leadership only covers 10% of the picture?Mark Miller, co-author of the international bestseller The Secret, former VP at Chick-fil-A, and co-founder of Lead Every Day, joins show host Tyler Dickerhoof to expose why 82% of managers still can't lead effectively, and why most leadership training is destined to fail before it starts.In this episode, Tyler and
Ep 260 A 20-Foot Fall That Revealed 3 Ego Patterns Sabotaging Leaders
She had the apartment, the travel, the income, the friends — everything that should've meant she'd "made it." Then she fell 20 feet and everything stopped.Christie Garcia is a leadership coach, Forbes Coaches Council contributor, founder of the Mindful Choice Leadership Academy, and author of Your Ego Is Showing.In this episode, she and host Tyler Dickerhoof, unpack the three ego types — the Compl
Ep 259 The Life Everyone Envies vs. The Life You Actually Want w/Christina Lecuyer
What if the life that looks perfect from the outside is the one making you miserable on the inside? Christina Lecuyer spent over a decade playing golf with CEOs and executives — and discovered that the people who'd "made it" were often the least happy people she knew.Now a consultant and host of Decide, It's Your Turn, Christina works with wildly successful people who have the house, the money, th
Ep 258 Am I Enough? Self-Sabotage, Affairs & Blowing Up Your Life w/Jeremy Foster
What do you do when you can't bring yourself to confess, so you pray that God will expose you instead?Jeremy Foster built a church from zero to 14,000 people across five campuses in five years. By every external measure, he was winning. Then came an affair, a year of lying about it, and a prayer he'd never said out loud before: if I can't confess this, expose it.God did.In this conversation, Jerem
Ep 256 How To Build Unbreakable Teams For World-Class Culture w/Chris Hallberg
Chris Hallberg — Military veteran, EOS implementer, and the Business Sergeant — has built a reputation for walking into broken companies and transforming their cultures. But behind the tough exterior was decades of unhealed trauma that quietly shaped everything. In this episode, Chris and host Tyler Dickerhoof go deep on what it really means to lead authentically — from the structure of military s
Ep 255 Breaking Limiting Beliefs and Leading with Authenticity
In this episode, Tyler sits down with Dr. Sheila Gujrathi, entrepreneur, physician, board director, co-founder of the Biotech CEO Sisterhood, and author of The Mirror Effect.Sheila has built an extraordinary career across medicine, biotech, executive leadership, and board service. But even with the accomplishments, credentials, and success, she realized there were deeper patterns shaping how she s
Ep 254 How to Communicate Better in Relationships with Jason VanRuler
In this episode, Tyler sits down with Jason VanRuler, psychotherapist, speaker, and author of Discovering Your Communication Type and Get Past Your Past.
Jason has spent years helping people understand relationships, attachment, communication, emotional health, and human connection. In this conversation, he and Tyler talk about why so many people repeat patterns from their past, how communication
Ep 253 Why High Performers Burn Out | Biohacking, Leadership & Sustainable Success with Nicole Ward
Most leaders are trying to solve burnout by pushing harder.
That approach eventually breaks down.
In this episode, Tyler sits down with Nicole Ward, Senior Vice President of Sales at Aon, executive coach, biohacker, podcast host, and author of Biohacking for the Sales Athlete.
Nicole shares how years of high-pressure sales, nonstop travel, stress, brain fog, poor recovery, and unhealthy habits
Ep 252 How to Stop Self-Criticism and Improve Your Life with David Robson
We’ve been taught that being hard on ourselves is what drives improvement.
But what if that’s the very thing holding you back?
In this episode, Tyler sits down with David Robson to unpack one of the most common patterns in personal growth, leadership, and performance: self-criticism.
It feels productive. It sounds like discipline. But it’s often the reason people stay stuck.
In this conversati
Ep 251 Mentorship, Belonging, and the Relationships That Change Your Life with Blue Stiley
What if the right relationship could change the course of your life?
In this episode, Tyler talks with Blue Stiley, speaker, author of The Sum of Four, and host of the Blue Stiley Podcast, about the power of mentorship, the importance of belonging, and how meaningful relationships shape who we become.
Blue shares how being bullied as a kid led him into martial arts, where one mentor gave him som
Ep 250 Authentic Leadership, Ego, and Why So Many Leaders Get Stuck with Matt Paden
What does it actually take to become a strong, authentic leader?
In this episode, Tyler talks with Dr. Matt Paden, president and managing partner of Great Days Leadership and co-author of The Core: Eight Principles for Building Strong Authentic Leadership, about why leadership development often falls short and what leaders need most if they want to keep growing.
Matt explains why so many people
Ep 248 Listening Without Fixing: The Skill High Performers Never Learn
Relationships are not just valuable. They are everything.
In this episode, Tyler sits down with Mo Lidsky and Bob Gould, co-authors of Konnect Better: Unlocking the Power of Your Relationships, for a conversation about why relationships are the real foundation of success, and why so many people still struggle to build them well.
Drawing on decades of work with high-achieving individuals, entrepr
Ep 249 Growth That Doesn't Destroy: Colin Hodge on Real Progress
What does startup growth reveal about a founder?
In this episode, Tyler talks with Colin Hodge, startup founder, growth strategist, co-owner of the dating app Down, and author of Outrageous Startup Growth, about the highs and lows of building fast-growing companies and what those experiences teach you about leadership, identity, and resilience.
Colin shares how early viral traction and massive a
Ep 247 Why Founders Fail and What Great Leaders Do Differently with Rich Hagberg
What actually causes founders to fail?
In this episode, Tyler talks with Rich Hagberg, leadership consultant, CEO advisor, and author of Founders Keepers, about the leadership patterns that separate successful founders from unsuccessful ones.
Drawing on research from 122 founders, Rich explains why adaptability is the single greatest differentiator in founder success. Together, he and Tyler unpa
Ep 246 What You’re Hiding Is Leading You! The Divided Life Most Leaders Never Admit
What you're hiding is leading you! In this conversation, Tyler sits down with Jackson Lahmeyer to talk about what really drives leadership beneath the surface.
They get into the pressure leaders carry, the patterns we develop to protect ourselves, and how those patterns quietly shape our decisions, relationships, and impact.
Jackson shares his story of becoming a father at 17, the weight of tryi
EP 245 - What Billion-Dollar Investors Understand About Stress That You Don’t
In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Tyler sits down with Sebastien Page, Head of Global Multi-Asset and Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price and author of The Psychology of Leadership.
Sebastien oversees hundreds of billions in assets, but his biggest insights aren’t about markets — they’re about how leaders make decisions under pressure.
Together, Tyler and Sebastien explore the
EP 244 - This Injury Could’ve Ended His Life… Instead He Won Paralympic Gold
Most champions aren’t born in comfort — they’re built through adversity.
In this episode, I sit down with Joe Delagrave, a Paralympic medalist, elite wheelchair rugby athlete, and coach whose life changed forever after a devastating injury. What followed wasn’t just a comeback story — it was a complete transformation of identity, belief, and purpose.
Joe shares the powerful moment he realized th
EP 243 - He Quit Real Estate, Then He Was Making $11M/Month
Most entrepreneurs are stuck in scarcity — and it’s quietly capping their income. In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Sal Salpietro breaks down the exact mindset shift that helped him go from real estate investor to building an ATM empire generating $11,000,000 per month in surcharge revenue in just three years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EP 242 - The Future of Leadership Isn’t Authority — It’s This
What if the future of your company depends on people you’re overlooking right now?
In this powerful episode, Bruce Vojak reveals why breakthrough innovation doesn’t come from process, hierarchy, or fancy strategy decks — it comes from rare individuals who naturally see patterns others miss.
These “pattern recognizers” anticipate trends before they’re obvious. They influence without authority. An
EP 241 - Stop Working Harder. Do THIS Instead. (Military Leadership Secrets Revealed)
Most leaders are stuck on a hamster wheel—overwhelmed by complexity, buried in meetings, and constantly firefighting. The worst part? Many don’t even realize the real problem isn’t workload… it’s hidden organizational friction.
In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, former military general turned leadership strategist Jimmy Burroughes reveals how outdated “command and control” leadership m
EP 240 - AI Is Replacing You — Unless You Do THIS First
In this conversation, Tyler Dickerhoof and Nikki Barua explore the themes of reinvention, the impact of AI on humanity, and the journey of self-discovery. Nikki shares her insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, the importance of authenticity, and the role of vulnerability in building meaningful relationships. They discuss the transformative power of loss and grief, the significance of writing i
EP 239 - Are You Leading From Strategy or From Childhood Survival Patterns?
In this conversation, Tyler Dickerhoof and Hugh Massey explore the profound connection between behavior and financial success. Hugh shares insights from his work at DNA Behavior International, emphasizing that leadership behavior significantly influences company culture and financial outcomes. They discuss the importance of balancing results with relationships, the unique advantages of founder-led
EP 238 - The Psychology of Storytelling Nobody Talks About
In this conversation, Tyler Dickerhoof and Frank Spring explore the profound impact of storytelling in leadership and politics. They discuss how narratives shape our understanding of identity, trust, and the political landscape. The dialogue delves into the evolution of American identity, the challenges of cognitive dissonance, and the necessity for collaborative storytelling to bridge divides. Fr
EP 237 - Are You an Imposter… or Has the Workplace Been Gaslighting You?
In this episode, Barbara Wittmann, a digital transformation strategist and founder of Digital Wisdom Collective, discusses the challenges millennials face in the workplace, the importance of self-development, and her personal journey from feeling like an imposter to becoming a leader. She emphasizes the need for organizations to empower their middle management and foster a culture of innovation an
EP 236 - Why Are Healthcare Costs Exploding While Outcomes Keep Falling?
In this episode, Tyler Dickerhoof interviews Ryan Dewey Smith, the CEO of Imperium, discussing the challenges and opportunities within the U.S. healthcare system. They explore the rising costs of healthcare, personal experiences with insurance, and the importance of innovative solutions for small businesses. Ryan shares insights on the role of income in accessing healthcare, the geographical dispa
EP 235 - Why Modern Leadership Is Built on EGO
In this conversation, Tyler Dickerhoof interviews Mao Espinosa, a leadership expert and author, discussing the themes of leadership, personal growth, and the impact of adversity. Mao shares his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of emotional well-being, and the significance of self-recognition in leadership. He emphasizes the need for congruence between thoughts and actions,
EP 234 - Why Authentic Leadership Outperforms Hustle (A Giftology Perspective)
This episode breaks down leadership, trust, authenticity, digital credibility, and expert authority through real business experience. Tyler Dickerhoof interviews Rod Neuenschwander, co-founder of Giftology, on navigating crisis, building trust-based leadership, and creating authority through relationships.
In this conversation, Rod shares the real story behind Giftology, including the loss of his
EP 233 - Why Most Leaders Are Failing at Authenticity
In this thought-provoking episode of the Tyler Dickerhoof Show, host Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Brian Beckcom, a renowned attorney and co-founder of VB Attorneys. Known for his expertise in personal injury law, Brian shares his journey from focusing solely on personal injury cases to expanding his practice to include executive counseling and defamation work. The conversation delves into the c
EP 232 - From Farm Kid to CEO: The Journey That Will Shock You
In this engaging episode of the Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Tyler sits down with Michael Stickler, a renowned publisher and author, to explore the intersections of leadership, personal growth, and resilience. The conversation kicks off with a shared nostalgia for their agricultural roots, setting the stage for a deep dive into the values instilled by such a background—independence, perseverance, and a
EP 231 - How to Lead Gen Z and Millennials in 2026 — Andrew Oxley’s Surprising Take
In this episode of the Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Tyler welcomes Andrew Oxley, renowned author, speaker, and executive coach, to explore the art and science of leadership and personal development.
Andrew, founder of the Oxley Group and author of The Four Faces of Frustration, dives deep into the misconceptions about leadership, emphasizing that true leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s
EP 230 - Doctors Said He’d Never Run Again… He Didn’t Listen.
In this episode, Ramsey Bergeron takes us through his unbelievable journey—from not being able to walk at age 19 after a compressed disc to becoming an eight-time Ironman finisher. His story isn’t just about athletic achievement; it’s about rebuilding a life, redefining limits, and choosing growth when the odds are stacked against you.
Ramsey breaks down what it really takes to push through pain,
EP 229 - The Success Formula No One Taught You
In this captivating episode of the Tyler Dickerhoof Show, we are joined by Ruchika Malhotra, the visionary founder of Kandor and acclaimed author of 'Uncompete'. Ruchika takes us on a compelling journey from her roots in Singapore to her transformative experiences in the United States. Her story is not just about geographical relocation but a profound shift in mindset regarding competition, collab
EP 228 - Billion-Dollar Investor Warns: We’re Not Ready for the AI Era
In this episode, Jeff Burningham dives deep into his journey of personal transformation and the evolving relationship between humanity and AI. From his gubernatorial run to his exploration of psychedelics, Jeff shares candid stories that shaped his inner journey and inspired his book, “The Last Book Written by a Human.”
Jeff discusses why self-awareness matters now more than ever, how AI acts as
EP 227 - The Secret Military Strategies That Create Unstoppable Business Teams
What can business leaders learn from the battlefield? In this powerful episode, Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Lee Pepper, a retired First Lieutenant, author, and leadership expert, to explore how military strategy and mindset can transform corporate leadership.
From decision-making under pressure to empowering small teams, Lee shares the real-world lessons that helped him lead effectively — b
EP 226 - Employee Well-Being vs. Engagement: What Really Drives Success at Work?
In this insightful podcast episode, Tyler Dickerhoof interviews Mark C. Crowley, a pioneer in workplace leadership and author of 'Lead From The Heart' and 'The Power of Employee Wellbeing'. They discuss the importance of employee engagement and well-being, highlighting the disconnect between traditional leadership practices and the need for genuine care in management. Crowley emphasizes the role o
EP 225 - Is Christianity Broken? The Uncomfortable Truth with Peter Ostapko
In this conversation, Tyler Dickerhoof and Peter Ostapko explore the intersections of faith, community, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of deep connections, especially for men, and how heartache can lead to healing and restoration. Peter shares insights from his journey with Kinsman, emphasizing the need for authentic relationships and the role of kindness in faith. The dialogue a
EP 224 - You’re Leading Wrong — Claude Silver Reveals the Truth About Real Leadership
In this engaging conversation, Tyler Dickerhoof speaks with Claude Silver, the Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia, about the importance of self-awareness, empathy, and authenticity in leadership. They discuss how to build the next generation of leaders, the role of vulnerability in fostering trust, and the significance of creating safe spaces for individuals to express their true selves. Claude sh
EP 223 - Rewire Your Brain for Leadership: The Science Behind Success
In this episode, Tyler Dickerhoof interviews Andrew Geesbreght, founder of Prax Leadership, discussing the intersection of neuroscience and leadership. They explore how personality traits are not reliable predictors of leadership success, the importance of self-leadership, and the role of emotional intelligence in effective leadership. Andrew shares insights on managing stress and pressure, the si
EP 222 - The Secret to Using AI for Massive Business Growth | Expert Advice from Ryan Estes
In this engaging episode, Tyler Dickerhoof hosts Ryan Estes, co-founder of Kitcaster and Wildcast, as they explore the intersection of technology, business, and creativity. Ryan shares insights on the rapid evolution of AI, the future of business entertainment, and the importance of embracing change. They discuss the potential of AI to enhance human experiences and the opportunities it presents fo
EP 221 - The Work-Life Balance Lie: What This CEO Knows That You Don’t
In this insightful episode, Tyler Dickerhoof engages with Tricia Sciortino, the dynamic CEO of Belay Virtual Solutions. Tricia opens up about her journey from being an overworked executive to embracing a balanced lifestyle, which led her to co-found Belay. She candidly discusses the pivotal moment when she decided to quit her demanding job to be more present for her family, a decision that sparked
EP 220 - Emotional Fitness: The Secret Weapon Every Leader Is Missing
In this episode of the Tyler Dickerhoof show, Dr. Emily Anhalt, a clinical psychologist and co-founder of COA, explores the concept of emotional fitness and its impact on leadership and personal growth. Dr. Anhalt discusses the common tendency among leaders to suppress emotions like stress, fear, and doubt, and how embracing these feelings can lead to greater power and self-awareness. She emphasiz
EP219 - The #1 Leadership Skill You’re Probably Ignoring (and Why It’s Costing You)
In this insightful episode, empathy advocate and best-selling author Mimi Nicklin joins host Tyler Dickerhoof to delve into the profound impact of empathy on leadership and personal development. Mimi shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a global voice for empathy, highlighting how this essential skill can transform both personal and professional landscapes. The discussion covers
EP218 - 15 Cigarettes a Day: The Deadly Truth About Disconnection
The podcast features a conversation between Tyler Dickerhoof and Liz Bohannon, focusing on the importance of community and connection. Liz, a social entrepreneur and bestselling author, discusses the impact of chronic loneliness on health, comparing it to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. She emphasizes the role of intentional social interactions and the benefits of building community, highlighting how
EP217 - Are You Addicted to Misinformation?
In this episode of the Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Tyler engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Gary Franchi, founder of the Next News Network. They delve into the complexities of trust and media narratives, exploring how misinformation and media bias impact public perception. Gary shares his journey from skepticism of mainstream narratives to building a platform dedicated to truth-telling. T
EP216 - Communication Expert Rachel DeAlto on Why Employees Don’t Trust Their Leaders
Join host Tyler Dickerhoof as he sits down with Rachel DeAlto, a renowned communications and relatability expert. Discover Rachel's fascinating journey from practicing law to becoming a leading voice in relationship dynamics and leadership. In this episode, Rachel shares her insights on empathy, the importance of authentic connections, and how leaders can foster trust and relatability in today's e
EP215 - Elite College Football Coach Discusses Broken Culture in College Football
Join host Tyler Dickerhoof as he sits down with Dave Christensen, a seasoned football coach and author, to explore the transformative power of mentorship and leadership in sports. Discover how Dave's journey from a low-income background to coaching at the highest levels was shaped by influential mentors and his commitment to developing young athletes into successful individuals both on and off the
EP214 - The Day My Boss Told Me I Was Broken, And How It Changed Everything
In this conversation, Tyler Dickerhoof interviews leadership expert Margaret Andrews about her book 'Manage Yourself to Lead Others.' They discuss the importance of self-awareness in leadership, the challenges leaders face, and the impact of gender on leadership styles. Margaret shares personal experiences and insights on the ongoing journey of self-management, the role of vulnerability, and the s
EP213 - Psychologist Exposes the Manipulative Tactics Hidden in Everyday Life
What if everything you thought you knew about trust, influence, and connection… was wrong?
In this riveting episode, Dr. Abbie Marono — behavioral scientist and expert in human behavior — sits down with Tyler Dickerhoof to uncover the fine line between genuine connection and subtle manipulation. Raised in a world that forced her to question authenticity from an early age, Dr. Marono shares how h
EP212 - Why Traditional Leadership Fails: Eric Pfeiffer's Bold Insights
Join Tyler Dickerhoof and Eric Pfeiffer as they delve into the transformative journey of leadership through personal growth and authenticity. Discover how embracing vulnerability and doing the hard work can lead to profound insights and stronger connections. Eric shares his experiences and the lessons learned from his own path, offering valuable takeaways for leaders at any stage. Don't miss this
EP211 - From Triathlete to Filmmaker: Leslie Paterson's Inspiring Journey
Join us as we dive into the incredible journey of Leslie Paterson, a world champion triathlete turned Oscar-nominated filmmaker. Discover how her passion for storytelling and resilience has shaped her career, and learn about the powerful stories she brings to life through her films. Don't miss this inspiring conversation filled with insights on overcoming obstacles and finding purpose.
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EP210 - The AI Dilemma: Choosing Between Productivity and Purpose with Faisal Hoque
In this episode, Tyler Dickerhoof interviews Faisal Hoque—entrepreneur, author, and technologist—on the critical challenges and responsibilities leaders face in the age of artificial intelligence. Hoque outlines the risks of outsourcing human thinking to AI, including the erosion of critical thinking, the loss of authentic human interaction, and the societal consequences of mass automation.
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EP209 - The Future of Leadership Is Human – Former Accenture Partner Brad Englert Explains Why
In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with former Accenture Partner, CIO, and author of Spheres of Influence, Brad Englert, for an eye-opening conversation on trust, leadership, and building relationships that actually last.
Across his 22-year career at Accenture and through his time leading massive transformations in higher education, Brad saw one truth repea
EP208 - Why 90% of Farms Are Failing — And What This Farmer Did Differently with Andrew Miller
In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, host Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Andrew Miller, founder of Tulip Valley Farms and self-proclaimed “Chief Color Officer”—a title made even more remarkable by the fact that Andrew is colorblind.
From Air Force intelligence officer to Amazon leader to pioneering tulip farmer, Andrew’s story is anything but ordinary. He opens up about leaving the co
EP207 - Ex-Nike Director Exposes the High Cost of ‘Winning’
In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Tyler Dickerhoof welcomes former Nike executive and author of Worthy Wins: Pointing Your Life Toward What Matters Most, John Olinger, for a powerful conversation on purpose, loss, and redefining success.
As Nike’s Global Brand Director for Kobe Bryant, John led one of the most emotional campaigns in the company’s history following Kobe’s tragic deat
EP206 - The #1 Trait That Makes or Breaks Your Team with Matt Doherty
In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, host Tyler Dickerhoof welcomes former UNC head coach, bestselling author, and leadership coach Matt Doherty for a raw and riveting conversation about failure, identity, emotional intelligence—and what it really takes to lead at the highest level.
Matt opens up about the meteoric rise and public unraveling of his coaching career—from AP Coach of the
EP205 - The Divorce That Launched a 7-Figure Business with Lindsey Huettner
In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, host Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with serial entrepreneur, marketing agency founder, and former Division 1 soccer recruit Lindsey Huettner for an unfiltered, energizing conversation about leadership, business, identity—and the high-stakes human side of running a company.
Lindsey opens up about her journey from turning down a D1 soccer scholarship for
EP204 - Womens Soccer Pro on Failing Forward and Redefining What It Means to Win in Life and Sport
In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, host Tyler Dickerhoof chats down with Joanna Lohman—former U.S. Women’s National Team soccer player, author, speaker, and faculty member of Limitless Minds—for an honest and deeply moving conversation about identity, failure, and the quiet power of showing up as your authentic self.
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In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Tyler sits down with Scott Danner—CEO, entrepreneur, performance coach, and host of The High Performance Life—for a raw and powerful conversation about breaking out of the boxes life puts us in. From leaving a stable Fortune 500 career to building a company that redefined his industry, Scott opens up about the cost of playing small and what it really t
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In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Tyler sits down with Morgan Marie—storytelling coach, consultant, and radio personality—to explore the transformative power of sharing your story. From her early days as a local news reporter to her current work empowering leaders and entrepreneurs, Morgan reveals why storytelling isn’t just a communication skill—it’s a leadership strategy.
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In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles—leadership experts and co-authors of Make Work Meaningful. Together, they unpack the 3 Cs of meaningful work—Community, Contribution, and Challenge—and how leaders can apply them to create trust, purpose, and engagement at work.
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In this episode of The Tyler Dickerhoof Show, host Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with Shermin Kruse—globally recognized negotiation consultant, law professor, author, and TEDx producer. Shermin has helped leaders, organizations, and individuals master the art of transformative empathy, complex negotiation, and authentic leadership in high-stakes environments.
They explore how to harness the power
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