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How Leaders Lead with David Novak

David Novak
Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Customer Experience
Innovation
Leadership Development
Company Culture
Yum! Brands
Teamwork
Liquid Death
NFL
Accountability
Team Dynamics
Crisis Management
Chevron
Decision Making
Motivation
Rory Mcilroy
Taco Bell
Artificial Intelligence
Kentucky Derby

How Leaders Lead gives you a front-row seat to exclusive conversations with the world’s most iconic leaders across business, sports, and entertainment. Hosted by David Novak, Co-founder and former CEO of Yum! Brands, this podcast pulls back the curtain on how top CEOs, founders, and game-changers make things happen. When you tune in, you’ll learn from legends like Tom Brady, Condoleezza Rice, Jami... more

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Dave Ritterbush
CEO of Califia Farms
Califia Farms
Episode: #297: Dave Ritterbush, CEO, Califia Farms – Build for what’s next
Landon Donovan
Widely regarded as the greatest American soccer player of all time
Former US Soccer Player, LA Galaxy
Episode: #296: Landon Donovan, US Soccer Legend – Separate who you are from what you do
Shawn Johnson East
Former Olympic gymnast and entrepreneur, co-founder of Family Made
Family Made
Episode: #295: Shawn Johnson & Andrew East, Olympic Gold Medalist, Former NFL Pro – Experiment and learn by doing
Andrew East
Former NFL player, co-founder of Family Made
Family Made
Episode: #295: Shawn Johnson & Andrew East, Olympic Gold Medalist, Former NFL Pro – Experiment and learn by doing
Bobby Long
Partner and Co-Founder of Piedmont Capital Partners
Piedmont Capital Partners
Episode: #294: Bobby Long, Partner and Co-Founder, Piedmont Capital Partners – See the best in people
David Lafitte
CEO of Tecovas
Tecovas
Episode: #293: David Lafitte – CEO, Tecovas – Serve others with radical hospitality
Kecia Steelman
CEO of Ulta Beauty
Ulta Beauty
Episode: #292: Kecia Steelman, CEO, Ulta Beauty – Progress over perfection
Mark Smucker
CEO and Chair of The J.M. Smucker Company
The J.M. Smucker Company
Episode: #291: Mark Smucker, Chair and CEO, The J.M. Smucker Company – Understand the soul of your brand
Mariam Naficy
Founder and Chairman of Minted
Minted
Episode: #290: Mariam Naficy, Founder and Chairman, Minted – See the possibilities in people

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David Novak
Host of How Leaders Lead

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 854 ratings
  • Real Big CEOs

    There is no other podcast that has:

    1. Host has former chairman and CEO of >$1B valuation company.

    2. Guests as real CEOs consistently of >$1B valuation companies.

    All other podcasts have super junior hosts, super junior guests, and super theoretical leadership lessons.

    Thank you David Novak!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    H.H.H.HHH.H.H.H
    Canada5 months ago
  • Great Leadership Podcast!

    Have listened to a number of “leadership” podcasts…This is the one! It brings great discussion with leaders from varied fields that have a lot of real world experience, and unique perspectives…and host David Novak has been there, done that as well. Great job!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bloorya
    United States9 months ago
  • This is the premier leadership podcast

    Every single episode will challenge you, inspire you and give you immediate skills and practical steps to improve your leadership. The interviews are top-notch, the guest are brilliant and David is an incredible host. Thank you so much for producing incredible leadership podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason Raitz
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspiring Conversations on Leadership

    If you’re passionate about leadership and personal growth, How Leaders Lead with David Novak is a must-listen. David has a knack for making every conversation feel authentic, relatable, and packed with valuable insights. His guests are accomplished, hardworking individuals, and you can tell he genuinely enjoys learning from them—which makes it even more inspiring to tune in. Whether you’re leading a team or just trying to get better at life, this podcast leaves you with ideas you can actually us... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carolannemichelle
    United States2 years ago
  • Used to be a fan, until...

    On a recent episode, Koula mentioned visiting an ice cream shop just to take in the smells--not necessarily eat the ice cream. David responded by saying this was "the dumbest thing he had ever heard." He could have made light of this without saying her remarks were dumb in front of thousands of listeners. It sounded condescending...would he have used that language while interviewing one of his world-class guests? I would never tell any of my team members their remarks are "dumb"--even in a light... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hoops 1021
    United States2 years ago

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A must-listen for leaders aiming to grow their teams and culture.
Thoughtful, practical leadership insights with real-world guests.
High-caliber guest roster and measured, insightful questions.
Consistently actionable takeaways that listeners can apply at work.
Inspiring stories and authentic conversations from leaders across industries.

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#297: Dave Ritterbush, CEO, Califia Farms – Build for what’s next
Q: What characteristics define a 'builder' when hiring, and how do you assess them in interviews?
Look for step-change thinking, know-how builders, and people growers. Ask for concrete examples of transformative impact, evidence of learning, and demonstrated collaboration beyond their own bubble.
#297: Dave Ritterbush, CEO, Califia Farms – Build for what’s next
Q: Can you share a practical example of a future-back approach from Yum! Brands and how it informed Califia?
At Yum!, we viewed assets as usable across dayparts, creating concept layers (desserts, breakfast, value menus) to extend reach and sales throughout the day, which informed how Califia could extend its own portfolio and reach across channels.
#297: Dave Ritterbush, CEO, Califia Farms – Build for what’s next
Q: What does it mean to build infrastructure ahead of growth, and how can leaders apply that today?
Identify a clear future vision, translate it into concrete strategies, and structure the organization so those strategies are executable. Embed cultural behaviors that support curiosity and experimentation, especially with AI, to stay ahead rather than catch up.
#295: Shawn Johnson & Andrew East, Olympic Gold Medalist, Former NFL Pro – Experiment and learn by doing
Q: What has been the biggest leadership lesson learned as a couple running a business together?
Trust, clear role delineation, and leveraging complementary strengths to build a strong, aligned team; also, knowing when to pull in outsiders or mentors to keep growing.
#293: David Lafitte – CEO, Tecovas – Serve others with radical hospitality
Q: What makes radical hospitality work at Tecovas?
Radical hospitality works because it combines genuine service with an immersive customer experience, including in-store bars, personalized branding, and education rather than a hard sell, which builds trust and a lasting emotional connection to the brand.

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This show features in-depth conversations with top leaders across business, sports, and culture, offering practical leadership lessons drawn from real-world experiences. Guests range from CEOs and founders to coaches and industry disruptors, with a strong emphasis on authentic storytelling, culture, strategy, and how to lead through change. Episodes highlight brand building, team dynamics, crisis management, and the human side of leadership, often including tactical takeaways you can apply to your own organization. A standout trait is the host's experience as a former CEO, which tends to yield candid, battle-tested insights and actionable frameworks that span industries and roles.

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1. Dave Ritterbush
2. Landon Donovan
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4. Andrew East
5. Bobby Long
6. David Lafitte
7. Kecia Steelman
8. Mark Smucker

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