Leadership Unplugged: Strumming Authentic Connections with Music with Special Guest, Susan Drumm

04/25/24 • 39 min

In episode 5.16, Scott and Vince welcome special guest Susan Drumm to explore her fascinating intersection of leadership, business, and music.

Susan's diverse educational background sets the stage for a dynamic discussion on her book, The Leader's Playlist, which delves into the powerful connection between music and leadership.
Susan shares how she utilizes music as a coaching tool to inspire and drive change within organizations, leveraging its emotive qualities to interrupt old patterns and foster productivity.
The conversation delves into the profound impact of music on our lives, as well as how we can harness its influence to motivate ourselves and enhance our emotional well-being.
With personal anecdotes and insights from Susan, Vince, Scott, and Ivo, this episode offers a compelling exploration of the transformative power of music in leadership and personal development.

As the episode concludes, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences with music and consider how they can leverage its potential to drive positive change in both their professional and personal lives.

By recognizing the emotive resonance of music and its ability to evoke memories and emotions, individuals can gain deeper insights into their mindset and behavior patterns.

Armed with this awareness, they can develop strategies to navigate challenges, cultivate resilience, and ultimately, lead with greater authenticity and effectiveness.

ABOUT OUR GUEST:

Susan Drumm is a CEO Advisor, Speaker, USA Today Bestselling Author and Leadership Coach focused on helping leaders and their teams develop the capacity and mindsets to lead in today’s disruptive environment. She has personally coached billionaire CEOs, high-profile political figures, prominent Fortune 100 executive teams, and incredible entrepreneurs who set out to disrupt the marketplace. Susan has graduate degrees from Harvard Law School, Carnegie Mellon University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Susan obtained the highest level of coaching certification as Master Certified Coach (MCC) through the International Coaching Federation.

She is the two-time #1 bestselling author of The Leader’s Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life. In the book, Susan unveils a groundbreaking process that outlines how our childhood wounds show up in our ability to lead others and how music can heal those wounds. Learn more by visiting meritageleadership.com.

ABOUT OUR HOSTS:

Scott De Long, Ph.D., is an entrepreneur, author, educator, and Founder of Lead2Goals, a business leadership organization that provides coaching, facilitation, and training for growth-oriented organizations. Scott has recently released his first book, "I Thought I Was A Leader... A Journey to Building Trust, Leading Teams & Inspiring Change." Available at Amazon.

Vince Moiso, MBA, is the Founder and President of VIS Aspire Inc., a business management consultant group. He is also a Principal and President of Oceanside Glass & Tile. Vince is the author of the book "How to Survive the Wilderness: The Playbook for the Entrepreneur and High Performer." Also available at Amazon.

To learn more about Scott De Long, Ph.D., and Vince Moiso, MBA, please visit theceopodcast.net. If you have questions or comments, or to make topic suggestions for future episodes, please contact them at [email protected].

ABOUT LEAD2GOALS:

Lead2Goals is based in Southern California and provides business leadership training and employee development through soft skills training, executive coaching, team-building, and strategic planning. To learn more, please contact Scott at [email protected] or visit lead2goals.com.

ABOUT VIS ASPIRE:

VIS Aspire is a small business consulting firm dedicated to the flooring industry. Their mission is to transform your business and exceed expectations through mindful preparation and meaningful action. To learn more, please contact Vince at [email protected] or visit visaspireinc.com.

In episode 5.16, Scott and Vince welcome special guest Susan Drumm to explore her fascinating intersection of leadership, business, and music.

Susan's diverse educational background sets the stage for a dynamic discussion on her book, The Leader's Playlist, which delves into the powerful connection between music and leadership.
Susan shares how she utilizes music as a coaching tool to inspire and drive change within organizations, leveraging its emotive qualities to interrupt old patterns and foster productivity.
The conversation delves into the profound impact of music on our lives, as well as how we can harness its influence to motivate ourselves and enhance our emotional well-being.
With personal anecdotes and insights from Susan, Vince, Scott, and Ivo, this episode offers a compelling exploration of the transformative power of music in leadership and personal development.

By recognizing the emotive resonance of music and its ability to evoke memories and emotions, individuals can gain deeper insights into their mindset and behavior patterns.

Armed with this awareness, they can develop strategies to navigate challenges, cultivate resilience, and ultimately, lead with greater authenticity and effectiveness.

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Unlocking Leadership: The Key Steps in Promoting Top Talent

In this episode of The CEO Podcast, hosts Scott and Vince delve into the intricacies of unlocking leadership potential within organizations. They explore the importance of identifying future leaders, providing tailored training, and avoiding common pitfalls. The discussion emphasizes the distinction between managing and leading, the value of effective communication, and the significance of continuous learning and development. With practical insights, book recommendations, and personal anecdotes, the episode offers valuable guidance for nurturing leadership talent and fostering organizational success.

KEY POINTS:

Promoting individuals is one thing, but nurturing them into effective leaders is a whole different ball game.
The episode delves into the significance of training, especially tailored to the individual's needs and circumstances.
Mistakes are inevitable, but the discussion revolves around how to mitigate them, particularly within the realm of small businesses.
Identifying potential leaders within an organization is key, but equally important is providing them with the necessary tools and guidance to succeed.
The hosts explore whether there are specific personality traits that correlate with effective leadership.
Leveraging modern technology to enhance leadership training is discussed, highlighting its potential benefits.
Drawing a clear distinction between managing and leading people is emphasized, with a focus on empowering individuals rather than micromanaging them.
Effective leadership entails not only managing subordinates but also collaborating with peers and superiors.
Book recommendations are shared to aid in personal and professional development, along with insights on how to maximize learning from reading.
Techniques for retaining and applying knowledge gained from books are shared, including the value of sharing insights with others.
The episode touches upon leveraging available tools and resources to facilitate personal growth.
Creating a robust onboarding process is deemed essential for developing individuals within an organization, tailored to meet them where they are in their journey.

As the conversation draws to a close, it's evident that unlocking leadership potential is not merely about promotions but about cultivating a culture of empowerment and growth. By embracing training, leveraging technology, and fostering open communication, organizations can create environments where leaders thrive and teams excel. With a commitment to continuous learning and development, individuals at all levels can unlock their leadership potential and drive positive change within their organizations.

ABOUT OUR HOSTS:

Scott De Long, Ph.D., is an entrepreneur, author, educator, and the Founder of Lead2Goals, a business leadership organization that provides coaching, facilitation, and training for growth-oriented organizations. Scott has recently released his first book, "I Thought I Was A Leader... A Journey to Building Trust, Leading Teams & Inspiring Change." Available at Amazon.

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In this episode of The CEO Podcast, hosts Scott and Vince welcome Dave Farrow, a Guinness Record holder, entrepreneur, and marketing expert. Dave shares invaluable insights into effective marketing strategies that amplify your voice and leave a lasting impact. With a focus on leveraging modern technology and data science, Dave provides actionable tips for businesses looking to enhance their marketing efforts.

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Media Literacy: Dave shares insights on understanding how media channels function and utilizing them to your advantage.
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ABOUT OUR GUEST:

Dave Farrow is best known for his brain power. Listed twice in the Guinness Book of Records for Greatest Memory, he is first and foremost an entrepreneur who mastered PR to promote his own business. Most PR professionals have a background working in television BUT have no sales or entrepreneurial experience. As for Dave, he took his skill in memory and developed several educational products and used PR as his primary sales tool. His results are impressive.

Dave has personally been on over 2000 media interviews, including multiple appearances on Dr. Oz, Steve Harvey, the Today Show, Fox and Friends, CBS Early Show, Live! With Regis and Kelly, BBC, NBC, CBS, ABC, The CW, QVC, Discovery Channel, Science Channel, and was the star of a CBC documentary. Most recently, Farrow won the $50,000 prize on the new hit show SuperHuman on Fox. Learn more by visiting farrowcommunications.com.

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ABOUT VIS ASPIRE:

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