3 More Questions (Mary Barra) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What advice do you have for leaders looking to successfully integrate younger talent with a long-standing legacy workforce?
How do you rally an organization to move faster—without pushing people to the point of burnout?
What does it take to effectively balance the short-term demands with the long-term vision when leading a business?
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GO DEEPER
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#234: Mary Barra, Chair and CEO of General Motors – Seek the truth
Ever made a decision based on limited info, internal spin, or wishful thinking? You’re not alone—but there’s a better way.
In this episode, David sits down with General Motors Chair and CEO, Mary Barra.
She shares how a relentless commitment to the truth leads to better decisions, stronger teams, and a culture built on trust.
If you want to lead with more clarity and less guesswork, don’t miss this conversation.
You’ll also learn:
How a crisis shapes your culture
The #1 thing you need to do to make sure your people feel valued
A strategy to make big problems way more manageable
What “ambidextrous leadership” is – and why it’s crucial to your success
Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:
The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go
Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day
Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.
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3 More Questions (Danny Willett) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received about how to handle failure?
What tools do you use to maintain a positive mindset when things are hard?
How does Danny's "pressure is a privilege" concept apply to leadership?
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GO DEEPER
Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
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#233: Danny Willett, Professional Golfer and 2016 Masters Champion – Take notes, then reflect
Feeling stuck in a rut? Not sure how to improve your performance?
You might be missing one powerful habit—tracking your own progress!
In this episode, David sits down with professional golfer and 2016 Masters champion Danny Willett. He shares how taking notes on his golf game (and his life!) has helped him grow through wins, setbacks, and everything in between.
You’ll also learn:
Where confidence really comes from
How to reframe high-pressure situations
The first step when it’s time for a big course correction
A story you’ve probably never heard from the Sunday Danny won his Green Jacket
Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:
The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go
Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day
Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.
Connect with David:
Keep Up with David on LinkedIn
Follow David on Twitter
The How Leaders Lead Instagram
View insightful clips on TikTok
Watch full interviews on YouTube
Get the USA Today Bestselling Book "How Leaders Learn"
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3 More Questions (Pat Battle) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
As a leader, when you do something that’s never been done before…how do you prepare for the potential pushback?
What should leaders consider when deciding how to integrate and retain employees after an acquisition?
Based on all the teams and businesses you’ve studied throughout your life, what would you say is the single most common factor that leads to a team or business failing?
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GO DEEPER
Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!
How Leaders Lead gives you a front-row seat to exclusive conversations with the world’s most iconic leaders across business, sports, and entertainment. Hosted by David Novak, Co-founder and former CEO of Yum! Brands, this podcast pulls back the curtain on how top CEOs, founders, and game-changers make things happen. When you tune in, you’ll learn from legends like Tom Brady, Condoleezza Rice, Jamie Dimon, Coach Prime (Deion Sanders), Indra Nooyi, Stanley Druckenmiller, and more.
Other guests include:
CEO of Starbucks
CEO of Target
Co-founder of Home Depot
and many others...
David’s unique perspective and thought-provoking questions distill the wisdom of these leaders into actionable insights you can use to elevate your own leadership game. Whether you’re just starting your leadership journey or already leading teams, this show helps you build the confidence you need to lead well.