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.
Episodes
393 episodes
Fail Faster, Grow Stronger: Deb Dixson’s Playbook for Teams that Thrive Without You
Pioneering technology executive and Leadership Vision advisor Deb Dixson joins Nathan to unpack how leaders move teams from dependence on one person to interdependence—through mission clarity (“we sell lettuce”), Strengths-based r...
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Season 8
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Episode 37
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43:26
How Leaders Help Their Teams Fly: Trust, Transformation, and the Courage to Let Go
In this episode, we explore Chapter 4 of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring unpack what it means for teams and organizations to “fly” ...
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Season 8
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Episode 36
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32:01
Why Every Transformation Needs a Little Courage to Take Flight
We explore how leaders move from try to fly: building self-belief through repeated practice, welcoming help (even when it’s uncomfortable), and trusting people, process, and place. We discuss the “pre-flight checklist,” the ro...
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Season 8
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Episode 35
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36:01
Why Place Matters: Notre Dame, Symbols, and the Spaces That Shape Our Leadership
Nathan and Brian revisit a 2019 conversation after Nathan’s recent family trip to Paris and his first in-person encounter with Notre Dame’s rose window—the inspiration for the Leadership Vision logo. They explore why place matters for ...
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Season 8
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Episode 34
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22:24
Why “Trying” is the Secret to Organizational Growth
In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg sits down with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring to discuss chapter three of their book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Ori...
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Season 8
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Episode 33
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27:25
Unfolded: Why “Trying” Is the Courageous Middle Step Toward Transformation
In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg talks with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring about Chapter 3 of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane,...
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Season 8
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Episode 32
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29:00
How Susan Inouye is Transforming Leadership Through Human Connection
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we talk with executive coach and author Susan Inouye about her unique approach to leadership rooted in the Zulu greeting Sawubona—"I see you." We explore how Susan’s gift-centere...
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Season 8
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Episode 31
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55:59
The Folds That Shape Us: Embracing Life’s Permanent Creases
In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, hosts Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring continue their conversation on themes from their book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformati...
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Season 8
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Episode 30
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31:44
Unfolding Maps: Discovering the Hidden Landscapes That Shape Your Life
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, host Nathan Freeburg is joined by Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring, co-authors of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Together, they unpack the metaphor of ...
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Season 8
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Episode 29
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37:06
Work That Shapes Us: A Labor Day Reflection on Purpose and Leadership
In this short Labor Day reflection, host Nathan Freeburg shares an unexpected leadership insight inspired by the Benedictine monks’ philosophy of work. Drawing on the ancient motto Ora et Labora—“Pray and Work”—this episode expl...
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Season 8
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Episode 28
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5:33
How Your Strengths Shape the Way You Communicate
In this episode, we explore the connection between Strengths and communication. Learn how identity shapes the way you speak and listen, the four shaping influences that impact your style, and practical tools to adapt your communication for bett...
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Season 8
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Episode 27
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27:32
Leading Through Uncertainty: How to Build Trust and Clarity in Unpredictable Times
In this episode, host Nathan Freeburg is joined by Brian and Dr. Linda Schubring to unpack the impact of uncertainty on leaders, teams, and organizations. Drawing from client examples and real-world challenges, they explore the hidden consequen...
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Season 8
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Episode 26
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27:21
Play: The Secret Weapon of High-Performing Teams
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we dive deep into Chapter 2 of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane and explore how the concept of “play” applies to team development.Joined by auth...
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Season 8
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Episode 25
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40:47
The Power of Play: How Practice Shapes Our Dreams
In 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 pla...
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Season 8
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Episode 24
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37:44
Recording with Presence: Dr. Linda Schubring on the Audiobook Journey of Unfolded
In 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 d...
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Season 8
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Episode 23
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23:42
Match the Moment: How Leaders Can Unlock the Real Competitive Advantage with Dan Silvert
In 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 e...
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Season 8
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Episode 22
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50:35
When Teams Dream: How Leaders Create Space for Collective Imagination
In 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 creat...
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Season 8
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Episode 21
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32:18
Unfolding Dreams: Why Naming Your Dream is the First Step Toward Transformation
In 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 ...
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Season 8
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Episode 20
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37:30
A Quick Update, a Big Thank You, and a Free Gift
In this mini-episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan shares exciting news about Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane — now a national bestseller on both the USA To...
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Season 8
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Episode 19
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4:00
How to Lead with Emotional Power: Insights from Dr. Julia DiGangi
Neuropsychologist Dr. Julia DiGangi joins the Leadership Vision Podcast to explore how emotional energy drives our lives, leadership, an...
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Season 8
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Episode 18
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1:01:12
A Year in the Making: Reflecting on the Journey to Unfolded
In this special episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring reflect on the year-long journey to writing and launching their new book, Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation...
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Season 8
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Episode 17
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21:54
Change and Pivots: The Risk (and Reward) of Transformation
In this episode, Nathan and Brian reflect on the major transition Leadership Vision is undergoing as they prepare to launch their new book, Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane...
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Season 8
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Episode 16
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36:18
Lead From Where You Are: Embracing Everyday Influence
In this episode, Nathan revisits one of Brian Schubring's earliest blog posts, "Lead From Where You Are," written in 2012. The wisdom in this post is simple ...
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Season 8
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Episode 15
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6:27