My Favorite Mistake: Navigating Business and Career Pitfalls for Leadership Growth and Innovation

Updated: 29 Apr 2024 • 278 episodes
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Are you a leader searching for a path to greater effectiveness, insight, and innovation? ”My Favorite Mistake,” hosted by Mark Graban, turns the spotlight on how today’s foremost business thinkers, C-suite executives, and industry disruptors navigate through the labyrinthine world of errors and missteps to come out on the other side with powerful insights and innovative solutions. The Concept: We deconstruct the idea that mistakes are something to be brushed under the carpet; rather, we argue for the transformative power of embracing them. What if each blunder could become a masterclass in leadership growth and creative problem-solving? The Stories: Our riveting interviews reveal the often-hidden episodes in the lives of our guests, highlighting the pivotal mistakes that have become defining moments in their careers. From international entrepreneurs to tech industry pioneers, healthcare leaders to award-winning authors, the stories you’ll hear are as diverse as they are enlightening. The Breadth: The podcast spans an eclectic mix of topics: from leadership psychology and organizational culture to process innovation and sustainability. We tie them together in an intricate mosaic that gives you an edge in navigating the ever-changing business terrain. The Approach: Mark Graban, an author and seasoned consultant, guides the conversation with a unique blend of expertise and curiosity, mining each dialogue for kernels of wisdom and transformative strategies. Why Subscribe? Engage with thought-provoking dialogues that challenge conventional wisdom. Access tools and frameworks that offer a competitive edge in your industry. Discover your own potential for turning errors into innovative opportunities. Develop a nuanced understanding of emotional intelligence, resilience, and agile thinking. Transform the way you approach leadership, innovation, and success. Subscribe to ”My Favorite Mistake” today and embark on a journey of relentless improvement fueled by the transformative power of mistakes.

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My guest for Episode #256 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Ann Swanson, the author of the internationally bestselling book SCIENCE OF YOGA, which has been translated into over 15 languages.  Episode page with video, transcript, and more Her new book, Meditation for the Real World, illuminates the fascinating scien

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Bonus Episode Update with Sarah Lohse: Unearthing the Power of Storytelling Her episode of "My Favorite Mistake" Today's episode of "My Favorite Mistake" features Sarah Lohse, founder of Favorite Daughter Media and author of "Open This Book: The Art of Storytelling for Aspiring Thought Leaders." Sarah illuminates story

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Episode page with video, transcript, and more My guest for Episode #255 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Terry Bartley. He is a high school journalism, literature, and English teacher and writer of the new collection of short stories, Tyranny of the Fey.  Terry is the host of the podcast “Most Writers are Fans,” a

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My guest for Episode #254 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Gina Mundy, author of the book A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth: Expecting the Best: Using the Power of Knowledge to Help You Deliver a Healthy Baby. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Gina is an attorney who specializes in childbirth case

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My guest for Episode #253 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Julian Reeve, former Musical Director for the musical Hamilton and CEO of Perfect Equilibrium, Inc., a firm that provides consulting services related to employee burnout and retention. Episode page with video, transcript, and more Julian graduated with hon

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Episode page with video, transcript, and more My guest for Episode #252 of the My Favorite Mistake podcast is Russell K. Jack. He’s a retired US Senior Federal Air Marshal, working in that role from 2002 to 2022. Russell previously served five years as a Federal Police Officer. And previously served five years in the C

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