How Leaders Lead with David Novak
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How Leaders Lead with David Novak
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 ma...
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#274: Chuck Robbins, Chairman & CEO, Cisco – Adapt your leadership style
Great leaders don’t cling to one leadership style.
They adapt as people and situations change. And they figure out how to do it without l...
#273: Tony Capuano, President & CEO, Marriott International – Success is never final
How do you keep your team motivated, even when things are going well?
Just ask Marriott President and CEO Tony Capuano. As the guy in ch...
#272: 5 ideas to lead with more clarity in 2026
Happy New Year! We’re ringing in 2026 with a special episode to help you lead with more intention and focus this year.
And this time, Kou...
#271: Childhood moments that shaped the world’s top leaders
In this special holiday episode, David and Koula revisit one of our favorite questions around here:
What’s a story from your childhood th...
#270: Allison Ellsworth, Founder & Lead Creative, poppi – Build your brand
Go behind the scenes of one of today’s hottest brands with Allison Ellsworth, founder and Lead Creative at poppi.
After a memorable Shark...
#269: Damola Adamolekun, CEO, Red Lobster – Show the path to success
Can Red Lobster pull off the greatest comeback in restaurant history? After filing for bankruptcy, shedding value, and losing relevance, it won’t be e...
#268: Gregg Renfrew, Founder and CEO of Counter – Step back to move forward
Imagine this: you build a company from scratch, sell it at a billion-dollar valuation, get ousted, and watch it crumble under new leadership…
#267: Michael Meldman, Founder and Chairman of Discovery Land Company – Be one of one in your category
How do you make your brand stand out?
Ask Michael Meldman. He’s the founder of Discovery Land Company, a global portfolio of high-end pr...
#266: Richard Fain, Former CEO of Royal Caribbean Group – Push past comfortable
Today’s cruise ships are floating cities – complete with waterslides, sushi bars, and even roller skating rinks.
But it wasn’t always th...
Jim McCann, American entrepreneur and former CEO of 1-800-Flowers – Find a way to connect
Jim McCann didn’t set out to become an entrepreneur. He was a social worker and bartender before finding his way into the floral business. But no matt...
#264: Bracken Darrell, CEO of VF Corporation – Good design can make anything better
Bracken Darrell led remarkable turnarounds at both Old Spice and Logitech. Now he’s the CEO of VF Corporation, where he’s working to revitalize iconic...
#263: Whitney Wolfe Herd, Founder and CEO of Bumble – Your mission is your mobilizer
She flipped the script on modern dating and built a billion dollar global brand.
But Whitney Wolfe Herd’s path to success hasn’t been eas...
#262: Lew Frankfort, Chairman Emeritus and former CEO of Coach – Combine magic and logic
He built Coach from a small leather goods brand into a $5 billion global fashion powerhouse.
But Lew Frankfort’s rise to the top isn’t w...
#261: Nathan Smith, Walker Cup Captain – Know what your people need to excel
He’s one of the most accomplished amateur golfers in the game – a four-time U.S. Mid-Amateur champion and four-time Masters competitor. Just last mont...
#260: Nick Green, Cofounder and CEO of Thrive Market – The business model matters
At age 25, he walked away from a successful seven-figure business, and took a big swing on a risky idea.
Thrive Market Cofounder and CEO...
#259: Sarah Gibson Tuttle, Founder and CEO of Olive & June – Work on yourself
As a kid, she had to hide her favorite red nail polish from her parents. Today, she’s the founder and CEO of Olive & June, a $100 million nail polish...
3 More Questions (Paul Brown) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
How should leaders apply the concept, "sell what you...
#258: Paul Brown, Cofounder and CEO of Inspire Brands – Sell what you sell
GUEST: Paul Brown, Cofounder and CEO of Inspire Brands, which includes Arby’s, Sonic, Dunkin’, and more.
LISTEN FOR: Insights on clear m...
3 More Questions (Klaus Kleinfeld) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
How can you measure motivation and what can leaders...
#257: Klaus Kleinfeld, Former CEO of Siemens and Alcoa – Purpose channels your energy
Every leader wants to bring more energy to the table—but it’s not about pushing harder or working longer. It’s about channeling your energy toward wha...
3 More Questions (Hayden Brown) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
How can leaders build the courage and the conviction...
#256: Hayden Brown, CEO of Upwork – Create clarity for your team
GUEST: Hayden Brown, CEO of the global freelance marketplace Upwork
LISTEN FOR: Insights on AI, remote work, and what it really takes to...
3 More Questions (Clark Hunt) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
How can leaders keep performance high in the face of...
#255: Clark Hunt, Chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs – Be quick to give others credit
What does it take to build a dynasty … and keep it going?
Clark Hunt, Chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs, shares what it takes to...
3 More Questions (Tom Hale) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What habits or practices do you use to stay grounded...
#254: Tom Hale, CEO of Oura – Be a balancing force
What does it take to grow a breakthrough product … without losing your balance as a leader?
Tom Hale, CEO of Oura, shares how he’s scalin...
3 More Questions (Roger Crandall) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What can leaders do to ensure bureaucracy doesn’t cr...
#253: Roger Crandall, Chairman, President and CEO of MassMutual – Make the numbers mean something
As a leader, you’ve got to know your numbers. But you can’t maximize your impact as a leader unless you know how to make those numbers mean something...
3 More Questions (David Levy) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What's your take on leaders making sure they are repl...
#252: David Levy, Co-CEO of Horizon Sports + Experiences – True vision takes guts
Have a big idea, but not sure how to make it happen?
David Levy has been there. As Co-CEO of Horizon Sports & Experiences and the former...
3 More Questions (Peter Cuneo) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What would you tell leaders looking to make an indust...
#251: Peter Cuneo, Former CEO and Vice Chairman of Marvel Entertainment – Embrace the unfamiliar
Every leader faces the unknown. The best ones lean into it.
When Peter Cuneo became CEO of Marvel, the company had just emerged from bank...
3 More Questions (Dr. Michael Gervais) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
Do you agree with the idea that everything someone ne...
#250: Dr. Michael Gervais, Renowned high-performance psychologist and founder of Finding Mastery – Train your mind
Most people think confidence and resilience are just part of your personality. But high-performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais knows better: the...
3 More Questions (Zak Brown) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What’s the most interesting thing you learned about F...
#249: Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing – Performance is everyone’s job
You can hire great people and set bold goals … yet still fall short. Why?
Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, knows the answer. And it has...
3 More Questions (Mike Cessario) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What do you think about edginess in branding and refr...
#248: Mike Cessario, Founder and CEO of Liquid Death – Disrupt with discipline
They sold a $300 coffin. They made a candle with Ozzy Osbourne’s DNA. And built a $1.4B beverage brand doing it.
Mike Cessario, founder a...
3 More Questions (Sharon Price John) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
How can leaders define the concept of "emotional bran...
#247: Sharon Price John, CEO of Build-A-Bear – Meaning is your brand’s superpower
The real product isn’t always what’s on the shelf. It’s the story—and the feeling—that comes with it.
Sharon Price John, CEO of Build‑A‑B...