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The Climb: Leadership Development and Confident Leader Podcast

Rahul Karan Sharma | Leadership Development
Leadership
Leadership Development
Artificial Intelligence
Burnout
Culture
Public Speaking
Communication
Delegation
Employee Engagement
Stress Management
Psychological Safety
Entrepreneurship
Self-Leadership
Emotional Intelligence
Heart-Centered Leadership
Turnover
Personal Branding
Mindset
Larry G. Dix
Church Candy Marketing

The CLIMB Leadership Development & Confident Leader Podcast helps emerging leaders and first-time managers build confidence, earn trust, and lead teams effectively. Hosted by Rahul Karan Sharma, a leadership advisor and organizational-development strategist, the podcast features story-led interviews with CEOs, coaches, and authors that offer practical lessons on communication, decision-making, and... more

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Why does AI adoption fail even when companies invest in the latest technology?

Businesses are spending money on AI tools, automation, and digital transformation. Yet many struggle with employee adoption, unclear strategies, and disappointing results... more

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Being great at what you do doesn't guarantee you'll be recognized for it.

Some of the most talented professionals remain unnoticed, while others turn their expertise into influence, recognition, and career opportunities.

What makes the difference? more

You explained it clearly. So why aren't people listening or taking action?

For leaders, communicating the message is often the easy part. Getting people to trust it, buy into it, and act on it is much harder—especially when you don't have the author... more

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Diana Lowe
Founder and CEO of Blue Light Leadership, ICF-certified coach, speaker and author
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Episode: When High-Performing Leaders Become Toxic
Antoniette Roze
Business and speaking strategist, founder of WPC Speakers Global
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Episode: The Expertise Trap: Why Talent Alone Isn't Enough
Joe Rocky Jr.
Entrepreneur, author, sales and human behavior expert; owner of Elite Business Cruises
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Episode: Why People Don’t Listen to You (And How to Change It)
Clark Ingram
Founder and president of People Profits, executive consultant, keynote speaker, and author
People Profits
Episode: Your Turnover Problem May Actually Be a Leadership Problem
Charlie Sheppard
Internationally recognized leader in executive and team development, founder of Sheppard Partners
Sheppard Partners
Episode: How Confident Leaders Learn to See What Others Miss
Alec Broadfoot
Founder and CEO of VisionSpark, executive search expert
VisionSpark
Episode: Your Best Leadership Hire May Not Have the Best Résumé
Aaron Hendon
Entrepreneur, leadership coach, speaker, and host of A Mindful CEO Podcast
A Mindful CEO Podcast / The Climb guest
Episode: How Confident Leaders Turn Failure Into Feedback
Adam Roach
Real estate entrepreneur, tennis coach, and leadership coach
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Episode: Why Great Leaders Stop Trying to Be the Hero
Daniela Rusu
Executive coach, lead facilitator, founder of Quantum Leader Solutions
Quantum Leader Solutions
Episode: Your Team Is Too Quiet: The Hidden Signs of Low Psychological Safety

Host

Rahul Karan Sharma
Host of leadership-focused conversations on development, confidence, and high-performing teams.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Truly Inspiring

    Practical and refreshing, Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aspiring Leader KKS
    United States9 months ago
  • Love the conversations

    A powerful human first leadership podcast with actionable steps.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yuaaybn
    United States9 months ago
  • Great show!

    Thanks for sharing these amazing conversations with thought leaders and experts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daria Rudnik
    Israel10 months ago
  • Always a learning experience. Always inspiring.

    Rahul does a wonderful job of profiling a diverse line up of guests who always have tons of fascinating personal and professional insights. Wonderful show - always a learning experience. Always inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Speaking247
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative and Engaging

    I found the conversation with John Guaspari to be very informative and engaging—which stands to reason, since Guaspari is an expert when it comes to the topic of engagement. He offered clear, straightforward advice as to how a leader can achieve higher levels of employee engagement, and it was mercifully clear of cant and cliche. The host, Rahul Karan Sharma, deserves high marks for inviting such a knowledgeable guest and so expertly guiding the conversation. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wayne W.B.
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise practical, human-first leadership insights and diverse, high-caliber guests.
Hosts are commended for thoughtful questioning and a clear leadership development focus.
The show consistently delivers actionable frameworks and real-world takeaways for leaders at multiple levels.

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When High-Performing Leaders Become Toxic
Q: If a leader realizes they are responsible for emotional costs, what one behavior change would you recommend?
Lowe recommends showing up consistently to build psychological safety, then asking employees for feedback. She offers questions about what it is like to work for the leader, what they could do better and what support would help employees do their jobs.
When High-Performing Leaders Become Toxic
Q: Why do smart and successful leaders fail to look into the emotional aspect of their team members?
Lowe says workplaces have historically expected employees to suppress their feelings, while leaders have often been measured mainly on KPIs and financial results. She argues that organizations are beginning to recognize that employee well-being and team behavior also matter to performance.
How Confident Leaders Learn to See What Others Miss
Q: Do you believe confidence is something we are born with or something we learn to create?
The guest suggests that confidence can be developed; while some people may have innate traits, confidence is largely a result of deliberate development and the right combination of experiences and practices.
How Confident Leaders Turn Failure Into Feedback
Q: What is one concrete action a leader can take today to cultivate mindfulness and presence?
Engage with a meditation teacher or join a free meditation cohort to learn proper practice, rather than relying on apps alone.
How Confident Leaders Turn Failure Into Feedback
Q: What practical steps can leaders take to reframe failure as feedback rather than personal deficiency?
He emphasizes separating thoughts from facts through meditation, recognizing judgments as not the truth, and viewing outcomes as information to adjust actions.

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The show features high-level conversations with CEOs, founders, executive coaches, and bestselling authors about leadership, executive presence, and high-performing teams. Across episodes, topics repeatedly circle around practical leadership frameworks, AI adoption and impact, workforce culture, burnout prevention, cross-functional collaboration, and personal development for leaders navigating today's complex workplaces. Noteworthy threads include actionable playbooks (like non-linear career paths and practical storytelling for influence), the integration of AI into leadership strategy, and a consistent emphasis on authentic communication, psychological safety, and human-centric leadership. Listeners can expect templates, frameworks, and re... more

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