Business Leadership Episodes

Free Asset 5 Habits of Highly Toxic Managers to Avoid Summary In this conversation, Paul Leon and Oak McCulloch explore the nuances of leadership, hiring practices, and the importance of character and values in both military and civilian contexts. Oak shares his journey, recent speaking engagements, and insights on effective interviewing techniques. The discussion emphasizes the need for leaders to empower their teams, avoid micromanagement, and build trust through personal connections. Oak a...

In this episode, I interview Steven Puri, a senior executive with extensive experience in the film industry and technology. We discuss the evolution of remote work, particularly in the film industry, and how it has become a viable option for productivity. Steven emphasizes the importance of establishing a clear vision and culture within remote teams, as well as the significance of creating conditions that allow for deep work. The conversation also touches on the challenges and fears associated w...

Episode Summary In this conversation, I interview Rabbi Shlomo Slatkin, M.S., LCPC, a licensed clinical professional counselor specializing in Imago Therapy. They discuss the importance of understanding relationship dynamics, the role of commitment, and effective communication skills in maintaining healthy relationships. Shlomo shares insights from his personal journey and professional experience, emphasizing the need for emotional safety and caring behaviors in both individual and workplace ...

Summary In this conversation, Rico Pena and I explore the intersection of AI, communication, and behavioral analytics. Rico shares his journey from the military to becoming a communication expert, as well as how he applies behavioral analytics in the workplace. We discuss the importance of understanding human behavior in hiring, the role of AI in enhancing human skills, and the need for a balance between technology and human interaction. Rico introduces Remi, a behavioral analysis engine designe...

During his 23-year career in the Army, Oak McCulloch held numerous leadership positions in the Infantry and Armor branches. He assisted in disaster relief operations for Hurricane HUGO in Charleston, SC, and Hurricane ANDREW in South Florida. Oak's operational deployments include: Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm in Saudi Arabia and Iraq as a General's Aide-de-Camp; Support operations in Bosnia as a Congressional Liaison Officer and A peacekeeping deployment to Kosovo as an Operations Officer. He has also held instructor positions at the US Army Ordnance School, the US Army Command and General Staff College, the Australian Command and Staff College, the University of South Alabama, and Stetson University. His last position in the Army was a three-year tour as Professor of Military Science at the University of South Alabama, where he led the training and commissioning of Lieutenants and tripled the size of the program during his tenure. LTC McCulloch retired from…