The Leadership Vision Podcast

The Leadership Vision Podcast is about helping people better understand who they are as a leader. Hosted by Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring—authors of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane —this show is rooted in over 25 years of consulting experience helping teams stay mentally engaged and emotionally healthy. Our podcast provides insight to help you grow as a leader, build a positive team culture, and develop your organization to meet today’s evolving business landscape. Through client stories, research-based leadership models, and reflective conversations, we explore personal growth and leadership topics using a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. With over 350,000 downloads across 180+ countries, The Leadership Vision Podcast is your resource for discovering, practicing, and implementing leadership that transforms.

The Leadership Vision Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 432 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #32

  What Is Leadership Vision? Revisiting Where We Started

  Aug 17, 202628 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail We're going back to where it all began! Originally released in September 2017, this was the very first episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast. Nathan Freeburg and Brian Schubring explore the early ideas behind Leadership Vision—using Strengths to better understand individuals, strengthen teams, and influence organizational culture. Nearly nine years later , much has evolved. As we prepare for the next chapter of Leadership Vision, we're revisiting where we started—and the ideas that continue to shape our work today. Support the show - Read the full blog post here! CONTACT US email : connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

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  Episode #31

  Re-Broadcast - The One Thing Great Leaders Do Before They Grow: They Let Go

  Aug 10, 202613 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail We're on a summer break of sorts from new episodes of the podcast, but we wanted to re-share some favorites from the past nine seasons of The Leadership Vision Podcast. This was one of my favorites from 2026, as it is a great reminder to all of us that we need to let certain things go if we want to grow. About how sometimes, choosing to look past a difficult situation without any sort of resolution might be the best way to move forward and get closer to the things we really want or need. That's not to say it's easy to do this! Far from it, in fact. But reminding us all that we have a choice in these matters is sometimes all it takes. This lesson comes to us from a parable taken from a children's book that was shared with Dr. Linda and Brian from one of our clients earlier this year. It's a simple story, and an even simpler lesson, but one worth revisiting over and over again. It begins with unlearning —the intentional process of releasing habits, patterns, and ways of thinking that no longer serve you. At its core, this episode is about a simple but challenging idea: great leaders grow by letting go first . Enjoy! Support the show - Read the full blog post here! CONTACT US email : connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

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  Episode #30

  How Play Gets Us Out Of Our Heads And Into The Moment

  Jul 27, 202620 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail Play isn’t childish, and it isn’t a distraction from leadership. It’s one of the quickest ways to get out of your head, reconnect with the people around you, and create the kind of energy where learning actually sticks. We talk about why play helps us feel more present, more surprised, and more willing to laugh at ourselves, and how those moments can reveal purpose faster than another round of navel-gazing ever will. We also get honest about the modern tradeoff between real fun and “soothing.” Screens can feel safe and calming, but they rarely create the shared experiences that build belonging. From family vacations to everyday moments with coworkers, we unpack what makes play feel genuine, why forced fun backfires, and how leaders can set a tone that is light without being dismissive. If you care about team culture, psychological safety, and employee engagement, you’ll hear practical ways to bring play into meetings without turning it into a cringe exercise. A big thread running through the conversation is the idea that play is practice in disguise. Whether you’re coaching kids with running games or leading an organization through uncertainty, play lowers the stakes so people will try, experiment, and grow. We share stories about taking small risks, remembering what we loved as kids, and reclaiming wonder as adults when it feels like we have more to lose. If this sparks an idea, subscribe to the Leadership Vision podcast, share the episode with a colleague or friend, and leave a review so more leaders can find it. Support the show - Read the full blog post here! CONTACT US email : connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

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  Episode #29

  Doing Hard Things: Rethinking What It Means to Be Mentally Tough

  Jul 20, 202636 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail What does it really mean to be mentally tough? For many of us, toughness has always meant pushing harder, working longer, and ignoring discomfort. But what if real resilience isn't about grinding through challenges—it's about learning how to respond to them with greater awareness? In this re-released episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg and Brian Schubring revisit Do Hard Things by performance expert Steve Magness . Together, they explore why emotions aren't obstacles to overcome, why self-awareness may be the foundation of resilience, and how leaders can develop the kind of toughness that leads to healthier teams, stronger relationships, and more sustainable performance. Whether you're leading an organization, parenting your kids, training for your next race, or simply trying to navigate life's inevitable challenges, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on what it truly means to do hard things. In this episode, you'll learn: Why traditional definitions of mental toughness often fall short How emotions provide valuable information instead of getting in the way The difference between reacting and responding during stressful situations How "zooming in" and "zooming out" can help you gain perspective Why embracing your own identity is essential to resilient leadership Practical ways to build emotional awareness and navigate difficult moments with greater confidence Support the show - Read the full blog post here! CONTACT US email : connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

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  Episode #28

  Healthy Teams Don't Avoid Change. They Learn to Navigate It Together.

  Jul 13, 202625 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail In this rebroadcast from the Leadership Vision archives, Nathan Freeburg sits down with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring to explore how teams experience change differently and why understanding those differences can transform the way people work together. Rather than focusing on change management strategies, this conversation looks at the human side of change. Are you at your best before change begins, while it's happening, or after it's over? How do your CliftonStrengths shape your response? And what happens when teammates learn to communicate what they need instead of assuming everyone experiences change the same way? Along the way, Nathan and Linda even give Brian some real-time feedback about his own leadership style during change—a candid and humorous moment that illustrates just how valuable behavioral awareness can be on a healthy team. In this episode: Why change is the one challenge every team will inevitably face The difference between thriving before, during, or after change How your CliftonStrengths influence your response to uncertainty Why self-awareness leads to healthier collaboration The importance of identifying and communicating your needs during change How organizational culture shapes—and is shaped by—the way teams navigate change A real-life conversation about different leadership styles during seasons of transition Key Takeaway Healthy teams don't eliminate change—they learn how to navigate it together. When people understand their own tendencies, appreciate the perspectives of others, and create space to communicate their needs, change becomes an opportunity for growth instead of a source of frustration. Support the show - Read the full blog post here! CONTACT US email : connect@leadershipvisionconsulting.com LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.

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