Executive Wins Podcast

The Executive Wins Podcast helps senior leaders get more wins in business and life. Each week accomplished Executives share rich stories about their biggest wins including improving profitability, streamlining processes, communicating more effectively with their teams, innovating and more. The show is hosted by Gordon Sheppard, an experienced Executive Coach, Business Advisor and Podcaster. Gord bases each interview on a proven 5-part framework called the Anatomy of a Win, which means that you will learn the important details about the Strategy, Work Plan, People, Operations and Results that went into each win. The result? Each episode is Masterclass in real business achievements that you can learn from so you can grow your leadership skills and your business!

Executive Wins Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Gordon Sheppard, with 82 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Gordon Sheppard hosts Executive Wins Podcast, a business show with 82 episodes published.

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  Episode #82

  How To Creatively Lead The Transformation Of A Growing Post-Secondary Institution - Winning With Carolyn Campbell, President and CEO of Norquest College

  Sep 21, 202642 minS1

  In this highly insightful interview, Carolyn Campbell shares her leadership journey, strategic initiatives at Norquest College, and insights on building a vibrant, inclusive campus that transforms lives. Discover how her arts background influences her leadership style and the future plans for Norquest. Key Takeaways Have a powerful true north for your organization, so you can attract and retain the right students and staff “We are who we include” is the driving vision for everything they do Make the right capital investments to build a campus that everyone will want to be part of Student enrolment has grown 79% in 10 years Cooperate with fellow education institutions so you can grow the whole community Noquest ‘powers the front lines’ by building workforce ready students Function like a business and keep your per student costs at the right level Having a creative arts background can make you a better leader, especially when it comes to envisioning the future Risk management and operational excellence are crucial for success Be authentic as a leader and stay connected to your values Executive Wins - https://executivewins.com Newsletter - https://executivewins.com/newsletter Executive Wins Workshop - https://executivewins.com/workshops LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonsheppard/

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  Episode #80

  How Leaders Can Boldly Learn From Failure To Grow Themselves And Their Business - Winning with Shawn Kanungo, Innovation Strategist and Keynote Speaker

  Sep 9, 202642 minS1

  In this highly insightful interview, Shawn Kanungo shares insights on embracing failure, the importance of a North Star, and how boldness drives innovation and growth. Discover how to leverage failure as a learning tool, align initiatives with your core purpose, and cultivate energy for success. Key Takeaways Boldness is critical for innovation You have to take big swings and learn from failure Always have a North Star and align your initiatives with that Calendar auditing is a great way for leaders to get back precious time AI can be a thought partner that drives your business Build a strong support network and gather mentors at the right time Creating a fulfilling life that fosters growth Executive Wins - https://executivewins.com Newsletter - https://executivewins.com/newsletter Executive Wins Workshop - https://executivewins.com/workshops LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonsheppard/

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  Episode #79

  How To Build Sustainable Growth And Profitability In A Creative Business - Winning with Kass Laboucane and Michelle Scully, Co-Founders of Spark and Pony

  Sep 2, 202643 minS1

  In this insightful interview, Kass Laboucane and Michelle Scully share their seven-year journey to building a successful and sustainable creative agency. From finding the right mentor, to putting in systems and processes that improve staff attraction and retention, along with learning when to say no, Michelle and Kass share what it takes for creative founders to become well-rounded business owners. Key Takeaways Small business owners should seek out the right mentor early in their journey Make sure you interview your mentor to find the right fit Understand what success is to you and then say no to any opportunity that doesn’t fit Empower your team to make decisions so they don’t always have to consult you about every little detail Be disciplined with your scheduling and try to have employees work at 70 to 80 percent so they have time for other things that come up and also avoid burn out Learn how to have uncomfortable conversations and don’t be afraid to brag about your accomplishments Build a business that fuels the life you want Executive Wins - https://executivewins.com Newsletter - https://executivewins.com/newsletter Executive Wins Workshop - https://executivewins.com/workshops LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonsheppard/

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  Episode #78

  How To Triple The Size Of An Accounting Firm With Authentic Leadership - Winning with Krista Rabidoux, Managing Director at Andersen

  Aug 26, 202641 minS1

  In this insightful interview, Krista Rabidoux shares her unique journey going from a creative arts background into accounting. She also talks about her authentic leadership journey and the self-awareness she has gained along the way and how that helps her to be a better leader. In addition, she talks about how she helped to triple the size of a boutique accounting firm in just 7 years. Key Takeaways Having an arts background combined with being an accountant gives you a big advantage, especially when you are disrupting in a historically rigid industry The importance of authentic leadership and trust Strategic planning is important, but you also have to be able to adapt and pivot Building a strong foundation is essential for scaling a business Bi-weekly strategic check-ins are necessary for growth You have to be yourself in order to appreciate success Executive Wins - https://executivewins.com Newsletter - https://executivewins.com/newsletter Executive Wins Workshop - https://executivewins.com/workshops LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonsheppard/

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  Episode #75

  How To Build A Successful Women In Leadership Chapter - Winning with Doris Paquette, Chair of the Women In Leadership Edmonton Chapter

  Aug 5, 202644 minS1

  In this interview Doris Paquette shares her inspiring journey in women leadership, community support, and creating impactful networks in Edmonton. Discover her strategies for building inclusive leadership spaces, fostering collaboration, and empowering women and youth for a better future. Key Takeaways Women thrive when they feel safe to share Leadership should be defined broadly. Women in Leadership isn’t just for executives — it includes stay-at-home mothers, students, small business owners, and anyone leading in any capacity Confidence is the real multiplier. Doris believes the biggest barrier for many women is not lack of ability, but fear of failure, judgment, or taking the first step. Community matters more than competition. Intentional networking beats crowded networking. Doris values events where people feel welcome, connected, and inspired — not pressured or sold to Flexibility unlocks participation. The chapter’s board structure was designed so busy women can contribute in ways that fit their capacity, instead of being excluded by rigid expectations Strong women’s networks have ripple effects. Doris connects her work to better workplaces, stronger families, more confident girls, and eventually more women in decision-making role Executive Wins - https://executivewins.com Newsletter - https://executivewins.com/newsletter Executive Wins Workshop - https://executivewins.com/workshops LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonsheppard/

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