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The Unconventional Leadership Podcast isn’t just another leadership show — it’s a call to rethink everything.

We bring you raw conversations, real wisdom, and stories that go beyond surface success. Each episode features world-class leaders who share their highs, lows, and everything in between — so you can lead with greater courage, clarity, and purpose.

If you’re ready to ditch the status quo, unleash your team's full potential, and build a legacy that matters, you’re in the right place.

It’s time to lead differently. It’s time to lead unconventionally.

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Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on The Unconventional Leadership Podcast.

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Mike Sipple, Jr.

Previous Guests

Kathrine Nero
Kathrine Nero is an Emmy-winning journalist and the Vice President of Media at Game Day. With a strong background in journalism, she has honed her skills in effective communication and media strategy. Kathrine is known for her ability to engage audiences and provide valuable insights into the nuances of leadership communication. Her expertise includes owning one's voice on camera and making feedback impactful, making her a sought-after speaker and consultant in the field.
Mike Sipple Jr.
Mike Sipple Jr. is a prominent figure in the Cincinnati community, known for his work in talent development and leadership. He is an advocate for self-care and wellness, often sharing his personal journey back to the outdoors. Mike emphasizes the importance of outdoor activities for personal and professional growth, and he engages with various initiatives aimed at enhancing community well-being and innovation. His insights contribute to discussions on how cities can leverage outdoor recreation for economic and social benefits.
Tara Halpin
Tara Halpin is the CEO of Steinhauser, a multi-generational family business. She has been instrumental in transforming the company for future growth while maintaining its core values. Tara is known for her strategic leadership decisions, including investing in her executive team and adopting state-of-the-art technology. Her focus on building a resilient, people-first organization has positioned Steinhauser for success in a competitive landscape.
Jordan Huizenga
Jordan Huizenga is a leadership expert and consultant known for his insights into organizational growth and personal development. He has a strong background in mentoring and coaching executives to help them navigate their leadership journeys effectively.
Sharmili Reddy
Sharmili Reddy is a respected executive and transformational leader known for her innovative approach to leadership. With a strong focus on building trust and fostering team growth, she emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and empathy in leadership roles. Sharmili has a wealth of experience in providing radical feedback and implementing strategies that balance accountability with compassion. Her insights are aimed at helping leaders move beyond surface-level discussions to achieve real transformation within their teams.
Brian Bozeman
Brian Bozeman is a purposeful leader and family man who has made significant contributions to outdoor recreation in Cincinnati. He is known for transforming a family bike ride into a 60-kid mountain biking team, showcasing his commitment to youth engagement and outdoor activities. Brian views the outdoors as a ministry and advocates for the importance of trail access and livability in urban settings. His insights into how outdoor recreation can drive business and regional growth highlight his innovative approach to community development.

Topics Discussed

communication leadership feedback audience engagement media strategy authentic communication presence poise purpose family business growth culture innovation executive team technology people-first organization resilience leadership growth comfort zone transformative mentors organizational seasonality C-suite leaders high-potential executives authenticity accountability consistency radical honesty trust self-awareness empathy team growth Cincinnati Outdoor Capital Mountain Biking Trails Wellness Innovation Business Strategy Regional Growth

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Here's the recent few episodes on The Unconventional Leadership Podcast.

0:00 53:09

Are You Really Communicating Like a Leader?

Guests
Kathrine Nero Mike Sipple Jr.
Keywords
communication leadership feedback audience engagement media strategy authentic communication presence poise purpose

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Are You Really Communicating Like a Leader? (feat. Kathrine Nero & Mike Sipple Jr.)


Season 3, Episode 224

If your message isnt landing, your audience isnt listeningand thats on you. In this powerhouse episode, Emmy-winning journalist and VP of Media at Game Day, Kathrine Nero, reveals the communication mistakes leaders make every day and how to fix them. From owning your voice on camera to making feedback actually stick, this conversation is your crash course in becoming the communicator your team actually wants to follow.


Whether youre leading a company, managing a team, or just trying to show up better online, this episode is packed with real-world takeaways on presence, poise, and purpose in leadership. Plus, discover why If you talk to everyone, youre talking to no one might be the most important media strategy youre ignoring.


Links and Resources:

- Connect with Kathrine Nero: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrinenero/


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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C


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TIMECODES:

00:00 If you talk to everyone, youre talking to no one

03:50 The secret to authentic communication on social media

06:00 What every leader needs to ask before communicating

07:10 The power of giving feedback that sticks

10:00 Knowing your audience and building trust

12:00 Why LinkedIn is your secret weapon

18:30 Zoom presence tips every professional should know

25:00 The myth of the perfect speaker

27:30 What it really means to be yourself on camera

30:00 Confidence, imposter syndrome, and owning your voice

34:00 Listening like a journalist, leading like a pro

37:00 Gender bias, leadership, and advocating for yourself

42:00 The Dennis Janson lesson: Why remembering people matters

52:00 Life after newsrooms


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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr


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0:00 59:21

Did THIS Leadership Move Elevate a Family Business?

Hosts
Mike Sipple, Jr.
Guests
Tara Halpin
Keywords
leadership family business growth culture innovation executive team technology people-first organization resilience

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Season 3, Episode 223: Did THIS Leadership Move Elevate a Family Business?


How do you transform a multi-generational, family business for the future-without losing its soul? In this episode, Tara Halpin, CEO of Steinhauser, reveals the pivotal leadership decisions that elevated her company into a new era of growth, culture, and innovation. From investing in her executive team and state-of-the-art technology to making bold moves in people and culture, Tara shares the real, behind-the-scenes journey-including the tough choices, emotional turning points, and game-changing strategies that every business leader needs to hear. If you want to learn how to build a resilient, people-first organization that thrives for generations, this episode is for you.


🔗 Links and Resources:

- Connect with Tara Halpin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-halpin/


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➡️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGtiiP79wCZ2ALPztpr-7XWMl7uQUFRvB

➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047

➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C


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00:00 - Intro

02:14 – The Turning Point: Taking Over Leadership

06:22 – Company-Wide Executive Coaching

14:26 – Accountability, Leadership, and Competency Development

20:20 – Navigating Challenges and Change

36:40 – Building a Culture of Trust

40:05 – Communication and Transparency

53:45 – Community Involvement and Legacy

56:10 – Advice for Future Leaders


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Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr!

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LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr


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LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute


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Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc


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Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio


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0:00 1:02:29

GROWTH Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone!

Guests
Jordan Huizenga Mike Sipple Jr.
Keywords
leadership growth comfort zone transformative mentors organizational seasonality C-suite leaders high-potential executives culture authenticity accountability consistency

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Season 3, Episode 222

GROWTH Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone!


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Most leaders think they’re growing—but are you stuck in your comfort zone without even realizing it? In this episode of the Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Jordan Huizenga and Mike Sipple Jr. dive into what truly drives leadership growth, the hidden traps executives fall into, how to find (and become) transformative mentors, and why organizational “seasonality” might be the secret weapon you’re ignoring. If you’re a C-suite leader, manager, or high-potential executive looking to maximize impact while building a thriving culture, you cannot miss this conversation.


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➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C


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TIMECODES:

00:00 - Why Growth Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone

01:00 - Lessons from Diverse Leadership Conversations

04:30 - Why People Matter More Than Ever in Leadership

09:00 - How to Find a Mentor Who Actually Moves You Forward

13:00 - Leading With Vision: Accepting When Not Everyone Wants to Lead

19:00 - The “Candle, Not Flashlight” Leadership Principle

21:00 - Embracing Organizational and Personal Seasonality

29:00 - How Direction, Alignment, and Commitment Drive Organizations

34:00 - Hard Truths About Growth During Difficult Work

40:00 - Leading Change When Your Team Resists It

44:00 - How Disney’s People, Process, and Place Model Applies to Your Business

50:00 - Why Culture Will Make or Break Your Leadership

55:00 - Staying Connected to Your People as an Executive

58:00 - Wrapping Up: Why Authenticity, Accountability, and Consistency Matter


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Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr!

LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr

LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr


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Connect with Jordan Huizenga:

LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanhuizenga


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Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute!

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LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute


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Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn:

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Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio


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0:00 58:33

Why Radical Honesty Doesn’t Always Work in Leadership (and What to Do Instead)

Hosts
Mike Sipple, Jr.
Guests
Sharmili Reddy
Keywords
radical honesty leadership trust self-awareness empathy accountability feedback team growth

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Season 3, Episode 221

Why Radical Honesty Doesn’t Always Work in Leadership (and What to Do Instead)


You’ve been told honesty is the best policy—but what if your directness is doing more harm than good?


In this powerful episode, Sharmili Reddy—respected executive and transformational leader—shares the mindset shifts that changed the way she leads, builds trust, and helps her team grow. From radical feedback and self-awareness to balancing empathy with accountability, this conversation is full of practical insights every leader needs to hear.


If you’re a senior leader, director, or manager who’s tired of surface-level leadership talk and wants real transformation—you’ll want to watch this.


🔗 Links and Resources:

• Connect with Sharmili Reddy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharmilireddy/

• Checkout Resources from TMI: https://www.talentmagnet.com/resources


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➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C


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TIMECODES:


00:00 – Introduction: Welcome Sharmili Reddy

02:15 – The truth about “brutal honesty” in leadership

05:21 – The Two-by-Two feedback tool that changed everything

07:00 – Self-awareness vs. leadership impact

08:30 – A team member’s compliment that changed her

12:22 – Why soft skills must be intentional

16:38 – The time dilemma every executive faces

21:00 – Why this podcast resonated with Sharmili

25:00 – How to balance empathy with accountability

32:00 – Is optimism blinding your leadership?

44:00 – Building a unified team across silos

49:00 – Translating core values into day-to-day performance

53:00 – Integrity, leadership, and serving the community

55:30 – Reflections, growth, and the power of feedback


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Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr!:


LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr

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LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute


================================


Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn:


https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc


================================


Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio


Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. The Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message—building true fans while establishing your authority and trust.


🎙️ Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and want to launch your own podcast?

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0:00 53:01

Is Cincinnati the Outdoor Capital of the Midwest?

Guests
Brian Bozeman Mike Sipple Jr.
Keywords
Cincinnati Outdoor Capital Mountain Biking Trails Wellness Innovation Business Strategy Regional Growth

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Season 3, Episode 220

Is Cincinnati the Outdoor Capital of the Midwest? (feat. Brian Bozeman & Mike Sipple Jr.)


Can one city become a magnet for talent, wellness, and innovation—just by building trails?


In this inspiring episode, Brian Bozeman shares how a family bike ride turned into a 60-kid mountain bike team, how the outdoors became his ministry, and why Cincinnati may be America’s best-kept secret for trail access and livability. We also dive into how outdoor recreation isn’t just good for your soul — it’s a serious strategy for business, workforce, and regional growth.


If you’ve ever wondered what’s possible when leaders say yes, this one will light a fire.


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Links and Resources:

• Connect with Brian Bozeman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-bozeman-1797785/

• Explore Cincitucky: https://cincituckytrails.com

• Learn about CORA (Cincinnati Off-Road Alliance): https://coratrails.org


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➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unconventional-leadership-podcast/id1378659047

➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4O6tNE9H2cuWba5Ovnum8C


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TIMECODES:


00:00 – Meet Brian Bozeman: Purposeful Leader, Family Man, Trailblazer

02:00 – From Balance to Integration: The Accidental Life Shift

04:00 – What Skanska Builds & Why it Matters

06:00 – CORA & The Hand-Built Trail Network

08:00 – Starting a 60-Kid Mountain Biking Team in Northern Kentucky

10:00 – Mike’s Self-Care Journey Back to the Outdoors

13:00 – Why We Overlook the Greatest Asset in Cincinnati

18:00 – The Real ROI of Trails: Talent, Health, and Family

21:00 – Learning from Bentonville: Can We Do the Same?

25:00 – Urban Trails vs. Driving to Nature: A Game-Changer

30:00 – A Family Voices the Vision (and Why Brian Cried)

34:00 – From Beer Collabs to Big Dreams: Birth of a Regional Brand

39:00 – Imposter Syndrome, Trust, and Saying Yes Anyway

44:00 – Why Your Driveway Is Your Trailhead


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Connect with Mike Sipple, Jr!

LinkTree: ➡ https://www.linktr.ee/mikesipplejr

LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesipplejr


================================


Connect with the Talent Magnet Institute!

YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@talentmagnetinstitute

LinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentmagnetinstitute


================================


Connect with Centennial on LinkedIn:

➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/centennial-inc


================================


Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio

Creating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust.


Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast?

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