The Leadership Vision Podcast

• The Power of Play: How Practice Shapes Our Dreams

  Send us a textIn this episode, Nathan Freeburg speaks with Unfolded authors Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring about Chapter 2: Play. Together, they discuss why play is essential for personal and professional transformation. They explore metaphors of playgrounds, how to know when to move on from comfortable spaces, and the role of reflection and growth in leadership.Key Topics Covered:Play as practice in disguiseThe metaphor of playgrounds for professional developmentKnowing when it’s time to leave your “playground”The fear of transition and how to move through itEncouraging growth in ourselves and others through playful practicePull Quotes:“Don’t be afraid to play and try something new in the pursuit of your dream.” “Are you still growing? If not, it might be time to move to a new playground.” “Sometimes we’re not progressing in our play because we’re inspiring others to start theirs.”Resources Mentioned:Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami CraneTrevor Noah’s memoir (Born a Crime)Stuart Brown’s book Play: How It Shapes the BrainLearn More: Visit leadershipvisionconsulting.com for resources on strengths-based team development and leadership.🎉 Unfolded is a National Bestseller! #1 in Business & #5 Overall on USA Today #17 on Publisher’s Weekly Nonfiction 📘 Grab your copy + get the FREE Reflection Guide!Support the show-Read the full blog post here!CONTACT US email: [email protected] LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUTThe 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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• Recording with Presence: Dr. Linda Schubring on the Audiobook Journey of Unfolded

  Send us a textIn this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, CEO Dr. Linda Schubring shares what it was like to record the audiobook version of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. She discusses how holistic preparation, a lifetime of practice, and the courage to be fully present shaped this emotional experience—and how these lessons apply to leadership and life.Listen as Linda shares:Why recording the audiobook was more emotional than expectedHow she prepared physically and mentally for the recordingWhy practice includes both reading and self-compassionWhat it means to bring your full presence to the mic—and your workKey Takeaways:Preparation isn’t just about logistics. It’s about knowing yourself and creating the conditions to thrive.Practice includes emotional rehearsal and self-kindness in the face of failure.Presence is what makes any performance—whether on stage or in the board room—transformational.Links and Resources:Buy the book: Unfolded by Dr. Linda & Brian SchubringLearn more about Leadership Vision: leadershipvisionconsulting.comSubscribe to the Podcast: [Apple Podcasts] | [Spotify] | [Google Podcasts]🎉 Unfolded is a National Bestseller! #1 in Business & #5 Overall on USA Today #17 on Publisher’s Weekly Nonfiction 📘 Grab your copy + get the FREE Reflection Guide!Support the show-Read the full blog post here!CONTACT US email: [email protected] LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUTThe 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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• Match the Moment: How Leaders Can Unlock the Real Competitive Advantage with Dan Silvert

  Send us a textIn this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we’re joined by Dan Silvert—behavioral expert, keynote speaker, and co-founder of Velocity Advisory Group. Dan shares his journey from sound engineer to leadership consultant, revealing how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and behavioral flexibility are the keys to unlocking a team’s full potential.We dive into Dan's "bird" styles based on the DISC behavioral styles, what it means to “match the moment,” and how leaders can adapt their style to connect, inspire, and grow their teams, especially in the face of uncertainty and AI-driven change. Dan’s message is both practical and profound, encouraging leaders to stretch beyond their defaults and surface the genius in others.What You’ll Learn:Why people—not products—are the true competitive advantageHow to recognize and adapt your behavioral style using DISCWhat it means to “match the moment, not the mirror”How AI reveals our relationship with uncertainty and changeStrategies to lead with emotional intelligence, not egoWhy curiosity and humility are essential in today’s leadership landscapeKey Quotes:"You're either going to hit what you were put on this planet to do—or you're selling yourself short."  – Dan Silvert“If you’re not interested in surfacing the genius of other people—why are you leading?” – Dan SilvertResources & Links:Learn more about Dan Silvert and Velocity Advisory Group: www.velocityadvisorygroup.comDan’s book: The True Competitive AdvantageLearn more about Leadership Vision: www.leadershipvisionconsulting.comConnect with Us:Follow us on LinkedIn: Leadership VisionSubscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts🎉 Unfolded is a National Bestseller! #1 in Business & #5 Overall on USA Today #17 on Publisher’s Weekly Nonfiction 📘 Grab your copy + get the FREE Reflection Guide!Support the show-Read the full blog post here!CONTACT US email: [email protected] LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUTThe 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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• When Teams Dream: How Leaders Create Space for Collective Imagination

  Send us a textIn part two of our series on “Dreaming,” Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring continue their exploration of how dreams unfold—not just within individuals, but within teams and entire organizations. We delve into the powerful role leaders play in creating space for collective imagination and how dreaming—distinct from vision—can transform individuals and systems.You’ll hear real stories from our consulting work, insights from Unfolded, and practical questions to help you bring these ideas into your team. Whether you're a leader, manager, or team member, this conversation offers tangible takeaways to inspire deeper engagement and shared transformation.What You’ll LearnThe difference between a vision and a dream in leadershipWhy leaders must create space for dreaming—and how to do itHow individual dreams and team dreams coexist and amplify each otherSigns of dreamers in the workplace and how to nurture themReal examples of dreams unfolding in the organizations we work withQuestions you can ask yourself and your team to spark dreaming today💬 Key Quotes“Isn’t a dream a way that we imagine a new possibility for ourselves?”– Brian Schubring“Dreams happen when people gather.”– Dr. Linda Schubring“What if we created places where individuals feel they’re not just fulfilling the dream of someone else—but their own dream, too?” – Brian Schubring🔗 Related Links📘 Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane🎙️ Episode 1 in the Dreaming Series: “Unfolding Dreams: Why Naming Your Dream is the First Step Toward Transformation”📄 Leadership Vision Home💌 Email us: [email protected]🎉 Unfolded is a National Bestseller! #1 in Business & #5 Overall on USA Today #17 on Publisher’s Weekly Nonfiction 📘 Grab your copy + get the FREE Reflection Guide!Support the show-Read the full blog post here!CONTACT US email: [email protected] LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUTThe 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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• Unfolding Dreams: Why Naming Your Dream is the First Step Toward Transformation

  Send us a textIn this inaugural episode of our new Unfolded series, we delve into the transformative power of personal dreams. Drawing from Chapter 1 of the two-time national best-selling book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring, we dive into what it means to name your dream—and why that’s often the first step toward discovering your identity, purpose, and potential.🧠 What You'll Learn:Why naming your dream is essential to personal transformationHow your dreams reveal and reshape your identityWhat science says about long-term vision and mental well-beingHow to let go of old dreams to make space for new onesQuestions to help you reflect on your own dream journey💬 Quotes from the Episode:“To accept an invitation to dream is a step to unfold the greatest potential within you.”“If Owl’s map could talk, it would tell of a life well lived and many lessons learned.”🔗 Resources & References:Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami CraneResearch on vision and well-beingMore about the Leadership Vision Podcast📝 Reflection Question: What dream do you need to name—or reimagine—right now?📲 Subscribe & Share: If you enjoyed this episode, consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with someone who needs a little nudge to dream again.🎉 Unfolded is a National Bestseller! #1 in Business & #5 Overall on USA Today #17 on Publisher’s Weekly Nonfiction 📘 Grab your copy + get the FREE Reflection Guide!Support the show-Read the full blog post here!CONTACT US email: [email protected] LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUTThe 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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