Leadership Is Changing

• 781: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez and Douglas J Utberg)

  Leadership today isn’t about titles—it’s about courage, adaptability, and creating value when certainty disappears.In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos sits down with Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez, global authority on project management, and Douglas J. Utberg, corporate leader turned entrepreneur. Antonio shows why projects are the lifeline of every organization’s future, while Doug shares his raw journey from corporate layoff to entrepreneurial reinvention.Together, they reveal how influence, resilience, and vision redefine what it means to lead in times of disruption.Tune in to discover how navigating projects and transitions can transform your leadership.EP 315 – Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez: Managing the Future Through ProjectsProject management is the lifeline of strategy, not just tacticsShifting from operations to leading changeInfluencing without authority in a matrix worldWhy every CEO’s future rests on projectsEP 320 – Douglas J. Utberg: From Corporate Exit to Entrepreneurial IdentityLaid off to launch into entrepreneurshipIdentity and belonging beyond the corporate worldThe “swamp” every entrepreneur must surviveBuilding leadership through value, resilience, and mindsetKey Quotes:“If one project is difficult to manage, how do you manage 100 or 1000? If leaders don’t spend time on it, the future of their organization is at stake.”– Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez“As a corporate employee, I was paid whether I created value or not. As an entrepreneur, the only way anything happens is if you do it.” – Douglas J. Utberg“Leadership has to change if you want to succeed in today’s world.” – Denis GianoutsosThe 10 Proven Ways to Lead and Thrive in Today's World - FREE Executive Guide Download https://crm.leadingchangepartners.com/10-ways-to-lead Connect with Denis: Email: [email protected]: www.LeadingChangePartners.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisgianoutsos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisgianoutsos/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadershipischanging/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DenisGianoutsos

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• 780: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Kenneth Harbaugh and Ron Macklin)

  Some leaders are forged in combat zones, others on the playing field, but both reveal that leadership is ultimately about courage, vulnerability, and creating connection.In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos brings together Kenneth Harbaugh, a former Navy pilot, veteran advocate, and podcast host, and Ron Macklin, a former professional football player, corporate leader, and founder of Macklin Connection. Though their paths could not be more different, both share timeless lessons on facing fear, building trust, and stepping into leadership when it matters most.This is about the kind of leadership the world needs today: real, human, and unafraid.Tune in to this powerful mashup episode to explore how embracing fear, serving with purpose, and choosing connection over protection can transform the way we lead.EP 314 - Kenneth Harbaugh: From Navy Cockpits to Veteran AdvocacyBurn the Boats: Why true commitment requires eliminating escape routesTeam Rubicon: mobilizing over 100,000 veterans into global disaster relief effortsHow military service instills a lifelong ethic of service and leadershipThe power of continuing to serve beyond the uniformEP 554 - Ron Macklin: Everyone is Afraid, And That’s OkayFrom offensive lineman to corporate executive: lessons in resilience and teamworkWhy fear is universal and how acknowledging it unlocks authentic leadershipBreaking the façade of networking: moving from shields-up to genuine connectionBuilding cultures of trust and creativity through Macklin ConnectionKey Quotes:“The US has an all-volunteer force, and that desire to serve doesn’t end when the uniform comes off. It’s in the DNA of these veterans.” – Kenneth Harbaugh“I wrote the book Everyone Is Afraid, which really gives people the ability to notice that being afraid is normal and we’re all doing it. And the only way to deal with it is to talk about your fears.” – Ron Macklin“Isn’t it interesting to see how people don’t put their hand up to lead, they want someone else to do it.” – Denis GianoutsosThe 10 Proven Ways to Lead and Thrive in Today's World - FREE Executive Guide Download https://crm.leadingchangepartners.com/10-ways-to-lead Connect with Denis: Email: [email protected]: www.LeadingChangePartners.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisgianoutsos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisgianoutsos/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadershipischanging/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DenisGianoutsos

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• 779: Will AI Replace My Role as a Leader? - Ask Denis

  Some are calling AI a ticking clock on leadership roles, while others see it as just another tool. Denis Gianoutsos brings clarity to the debate in this powerful episode, showing why AI isn’t replacing leaders but why leaders who fail to adapt may soon find themselves irrelevant.From boardroom conversations to global studies, Denis explains what’s happening as AI reshapes organizations. He explores how leaders can embrace AI as a partner, free themselves from administrative overload, and double down on the uniquely human qualities that machines can’t replicate: vision, trust, empathy, and culture.Catch the full discussion now.The Real Question Leaders Should AskWhy AI isn’t replacing leadership, but reinventing itHow global research paints a more balanced picture of the futureWhat “flattened organizations” mean for modern leadersWhere AI Fits in LeadershipTasks AI is already taking over, and why that’s good newsThe shift from communication channels to strategy, innovation, and cultureWhy 40% of leadership skills will need to evolve by 2030Staying Relevant in an AI-Driven WorldMindset shifts: AI as a partner, not a threatWhy “high tech requires high touch” is truer than everPractical actions to experiment, redesign your role, and upskill your teamThe Human Advantage Leaders Can’t LoseCoaching, empathy, and ethical decision-making as irreplaceable strengthsWhy curiosity is your insurance policy against irrelevanceA challenge: If AI gave you two hours back each week, how would you reinvest them?3 Practical Calls to Action for LeadersTry one AI tool this week for prep or analysis.Block time for more face-to-face coaching conversations.Share your thoughts with Denis, will AI replace leadership, or simply redefine it?Key Quotes:“AI isn’t replacing leaders. Leaders who fail to adapt - they will be replaced.” – Denis Gianoutsos“AI is powerful, but the buck stops with a human leader.” – Denis GianoutsosBook a Strategy Call with Denis https://app.leadingchangepartners.com/widget/bookings/callwithdenisgianoutsos The 10 Proven Ways to Lead and Thrive in Today's World Executive Guide Featuring 10 Key Themes and 42 Strategic Insights from Worldwide Leaders https://crm.leadingchangepartners.com/10-ways-to-lead Connect with Denis:Email: [email protected]: www.LeadingChangePartners.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisgianoutsos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisgianoutsos/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadershipischanging/ YouTube Channel:

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• 778: Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Chad Hufford and Sondra Sutton Phung)

  Some leaders guide with numbers, others with innovation, but both reveal that leadership is about purpose, adaptability, and influence.In this mashup, Denis Gianoutsos brings together Chad Hufford, a financial planner and performance coach from Alaska, and Sondra Sutton Phung, Marketing General Manager for Electric Vehicles at Ford. Though from very different industries, both share a mission of leading change with intention: Chad through purpose-driven financial stewardship that transforms lives, and Sondra through driving the global shift to EVs while sharing leadership lessons from her 25-year international career.This is about the leadership we need for the world we’re stepping into.Catch the full episode to explore why leadership starts with purpose, how to balance knowledge with execution, and why influence beats authority in shaping the future.EP 596 - Chad Hufford: Stewardship, Purpose, and the Human Side of FinanceFrom biochemistry to financial planning: a journey shaped by intentionThe 2008 financial crisis as a leadership crucible“Job-optional lifestyle”: reframing retirement as freedom and purposeWhy leadership in finance is about guidance, hope, and vision, not just numbersEP 395 - Sondra Sutton Phung: Driving the Future of Leadership and EVsA 25-year global career at Ford across Japan, China, Thailand, and the U.S.From skeptic to believer: why EVs represent both innovation and sustainabilityMentorship and advocacy as accelerators of non-traditional career pathsBuilding systems and insights across Asia-Pacific to shape customer engagementKey Quotes:“You do not get to choose whether you’re a leader or not, you only get to choose if you’re an effective one.” - Chad Hufford“Mentors and advocates are the bridge that helps you cross into the next level of leadership.” - Sondra Sutton Phung“Whatever is going on for you, you’ll have a lot more confidence because you do have that knowledge, that intent and purpose, and what you’re focusing on.” - Denis GianoutsosThe 10 Proven Ways to Lead and Thrive in Today's World - FREE Executive Guide Download https://crm.leadingchangepartners.com/10-ways-to-lead Connect with Denis: Email: [email protected]: www.LeadingChangePartners.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisgianoutsos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisgianoutsos/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadershipischanging/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DenisGianoutsos

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• 777 Leadership is Changing Mash Up 2025 (ft. Dr. Judy Lubin and Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez)

  Some leaders challenge systems. Others reframe the future of business itself.In this mashup episode, Denis Gianoutsos features Dr. Judy Lubin and Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez, two powerhouse voices reshaping our understanding of leadership. Dr. Lubin, founder of the Center for Urban and Racial Equity, demonstrates how equity must extend beyond representation to encompass structural change. Meanwhile, Antonio, a global thought leader on projects, argues that the real work of leadership lies not in operations but in mastering change through project-based transformation.This is about the leadership we need for the world we’re stepping into.Catch the full episode to explore why equity matters most, how projects drive modern leadership, and why influence beats authority.EP 312 - Dr. Judy Lubin: The Equity ImperativeFrom representation to transformation: Why diversity is only the beginningDEI isn’t enough: How to embed equity in decision-making, policies, and cultureThe role of intention: Why equity requires sustained, deliberate commitmentLeadership with communities, not just over them: Building just institutions through shared powerEP 315 - Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez: Lead the Project, Lead the FutureThe shift from operations to projects: Why execution is the new leadership languageLeadership without authority: How to influence teams you don’t manageWhat CEOs get wrong: Most don’t know how many projects they’re running or why they matterFrom tactical to transformational: Rebranding project management for the boardroomKey Quotes:“Diversity is important, but the I and the E are even more critical.” – Dr. Judy Lubin“The future of your organization sits in your projects. If you don’t spend time on them, that future is at stake.” – Antonio Nieto-RodriguezThe 10 Proven Ways to Lead and Thrive in Today's World - FREE Executive Guide Download https://crm.leadingchangepartners.com/10-ways-to-lead Connect with Denis: Email: [email protected]: www.LeadingChangePartners.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisgianoutsos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisgianoutsos/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadershipischanging/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DenisGianoutsos

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