The Rooted Leadership Podcast

Going into the Storm: Leadership Stabilization Techniques

An experienced community leader, Tim Sinatra, joined us in the studio to discuss what he has learned from leading turnaround efforts inside of organizations. Tim has a breadth of knowledge valuable to anyone. This is a must-listen episode with a guest that we have wanted on our show for a long time. Salem is lucky to have him.

Building Your Leadership Brand Part 2: What Do People Say About You When You Leave The Room?

Special guest and consultant Kay Hazen spoke at our leadership institute and we were lucky enough to steal a few additional moments of her time for the show. We pick up the conversation right where we left off when she last joined us, focusing on leadership brands. It doesn't matter if we hold the title of being a leader or not, if we are young or old, in our personal life or professional life. What do people say about you when you leave the room? What they might say is what our brand is. Does that match with what we want it to be?

Revisiting The Rooted Framework

Over the past couple years, we have made a consistent effort to learn, grow, and improve our Rooted curriculum. In this episode, Chris and Tk Ford discuss several of the theoretical underpinnings of the framework. If you are curious about the Rooted curriculum or want some inspiration for the day, this is a great episode for you.

Rebuilding for Peace: A Paradoxical Approach to Sustainable Change

Good friend and CEO/Founder of NGO Rebuild for Peace, Christopher Udall, joins our show. We have been wanting to get Chris as a guest for a while now and we finally found a mutual time to connect. Chris has already had what seems to be a lifetime of experiences across the globe, engaging in peacebuilding efforts surrounding illicit trades (human trafficking, drugs, etc.). This episode is both heavy and refreshing as we learn from Chris's approach and about what each of us can do to improve our own relationships and communities.

Carry On in Entrepreneurship and Leadership

Back on our show is the founder of Thread, Colby Bauer, along with his co-founder and spouse, McKenzie. In this episode, we discuss several of the transcendent elements of entrepreneurship that can relate to any leader or individual looking for improvement. We go deep as these two can naturally motivate and inspire anyone listening to them. We appreciate Colby and McKenzie, and we love their company and brand Thread, with the apt slogan to Carry On.

The Importance of Seeing People In Equity, Equality, and Fairness.

Dr. Kraig Sproles, Superintendent of the Bethel School District in Eugene, Oregon, joins us to discuss the dynamics of navigating a school district's community "Soil" (reference to our framework) when it comes to equity. We discuss several components to this challenge and opportunity--including the differences between equity, equality, and fairness. Most of all, what does the role that "seeing people" have in all of this? Kraig was an amazing guest and offers some incredible and well-balanced insight.

Leading With Humility: Leadership Thrusted Upon You As a Young Doctor Working In The ICU During COVID-19

Dr. Caleb Freeman, a respected friend, joins our show to discuss what he has learned practicing medicine during the COVID-19 pandemic. Caleb shares that while leadership is not a focal point of med school, it is one of the most important aspects of his job as a doctor. The concept of humility is an undercurrent through the entire discussion and Caleb exudes it. He is a true example of humble leadership and provides amazing insight that can benefit anyone, no matter their field or industry. The discussion gets especially profound when Caleb begins sharing what he has learned from being part of so many end-of life-conversations.

What Are You Willing To Give Away As a Leader?

The idea of "climbing the corporate ladder" is an interesting paradox. We assume that as we grow in an organization and become leaders, that we "get" more. That certainly has some truth to it; however, the reality is that when we become leaders (if done well), we end up "giving away" much more than we receive. Today we ask: What are you willing to give up and are you leading well? A local leader and Executive Director of one of the largest youth sports programs in our community, Collin Box, joins the show. He is an amazing example of a leader who strives to give in every way. We deeply admire Collin and are grateful for his presence and leadership in our community.

Are You Building Or Destroying Relationships?

Philosopher Martin Buber unpacked the idea that we are constantly in relation to others. We cannot escape that fact, but we do get to choose what type of relationship that becomes: an "I-It" relationship or an "I-Thou" relationship. Our guest, Zyanya Aguilar-Nelson, has made a career out of building relationships. While that is an expectation for all of us in life, it is her actual job in the communities where she lives and works. She has learned an immense amount regarding what works and what doesn't work in building relationships. We get deep into the topic and discuss what relationships look like with people we don't like, people who bother us, and even with those we don't know personally. This is worth a listen; all of us have relationships we need to improve.

A Multi-Dimensional Perspective of Success: It Starts Today

When you meet Jonathan Castro, his passion and drive are immediately apparent. Jonathan's story and journey of success are impactful. He has found success because he constantly starts "today." He doesn't wait, he doesn't make excuses, and he has learned from amazing mentors he has sought out along the way. Some amazing food for thought that can lead to life-changing action here.