Are you ready to lead in the new paradigm? A lot of leaders are struggling to move their business forward in new ways. In this new podcast, experienced executive advisor Gayle Lantz explores the people side of leadership. Whether it’s engaging your team or teaching them how to become problem solvers, CEO on the Go is the show to help you overcome these challenges. Featuring Gayle's own insights and special interviews with other leadership experts, authors and thought-leaders, this show is for busy leaders who want to learn. If you’re looking to move in a new direction, transform your organization, innovate, improve communication, attract top talent or simply build your confidence, you’ve come to the right place!
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October 22, 2026Episode 32916 min
A Better Way to Start Your Day
Before your feet hit the floor, your mind may already be rehearsing everything that could go wrong. Nothing has happened yet, but you’ve started the day with a preview of what you least want to experience. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/A-Better-Way-to-Start-Your-Day
October 15, 2026Episode 32832 min
When the Stakes Are High: What NASA Knows About Preventing Failure with Mike Ciannilli
Failure is inevitable. But what separates organizations that grow from those that repeat their mistakes isn't whether they fail; it's what they do next. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/When-the-Stakes-Are-High-What-NASA-Knows-About-Preventing-Failure-with-Mike-Ciannilli
October 8, 2026Episode 32711 min
Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously
A surprisingly high water bill. A dishwasher left in the front yard. In the span of one week, Gayle Lantz caught herself doing the very thing she'd told listeners to stop doing just weeks earlier: jumping straight to blame. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Dont-Take-Yourself-Too-Seriously
October 1, 2026Episode 32614 min
Letting Go - How to Stop Replaying What Went Wrong
Sometimes you can’t stop replaying a negative work experience, even hours, days or weeks later. Maybe someone criticized you, questioned your decision, or simply didn't respond the way you hoped. You already know you can't please everyone, but knowing that intellectually doesn't stop the loop. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Letting-Go---How-to-Stop-Replaying-What-Went-Wrong
September 24, 2026Episode 32515 min
Trying to Make Everyone Happy? Why Great Leaders Stop Trying
Have you ever walked into a meeting and immediately locked onto the one disengaged person in the room, while everyone else was fully present and contributing? Gayle Lantz has, and it sparked a message she says she feels so strongly about that she couldn't wait to share it. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Trying-to-Make-Everyone-Happy-Why-Great-Leaders-Stop-Trying
September 17, 2026Episode 32431 min
What You’re Not Seeing - The Leadership Blind Spots That Cost You with Bill Miller
What if the biggest threat to your leadership isn't a bad decision, but the one you can't even see coming? Gayle Lantz speaks with Bill Miller, a returning guest and author of What Every CEO Must Know: 37 Secrets to Lead with Confidence and Power. Bill has spent decades coaching and advising first-time CEOs and founders. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/What-Youre-Not-Seeing---The-Leadership-Blind-Spots-That-Cost-You-with-Bill-Miller
September 10, 2026Episode 32314 min
Tired of Leading? How to Re-Energize for What’s Ahead
As summer winds down and the final stretch of the year ramps up, many leaders find themselves oddly exhausted even after time off. Gayle Lantz says this isn't about needing more sleep or another vacation. It's about something deeper: leadership fatigue. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Tired-of-Leading-How-to-Re-Energize-for-Whats-Ahead
September 3, 2026Episode 32218 min
Stop the Blame Game - From Finger-Pointing to Forward Movement
When something goes wrong at work, the first question people usually ask is "whose fault is this?" Gayle Lantz makes the case that this is the wrong place to start. Blame feels satisfying in the moment; it simplifies a messy situation and lets us point to a single culprit. But as Gayle explains, most problems today aren't caused by one person or one bad decision. They're the result of a tangle of factors: unclear expectations, broken processes, shifting priorities, and incomplete information. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Stop-the-Blame-Game---From-Finger-Pointing-to-Forward-Movement
August 27, 2026Episode 32114 min
Chaotic Motion: The Surprising Art of Creating What’s Next
What if creating what’s next isn’t about having a clear plan and taking massive action? Sometimes, it may require a little chaotic motion . In this episode, Gayle Lantz shares how a kinetic wooden sculpture called Wings —a piece that has been in her family for years—led her to discover the fascinating work of artist, David C. Roy. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Chaotic-Motion-The-Surprising-Art-of-Creating-Whats-Next
August 20, 2026Episode 32032 min
Enter the TomorrowZone: How Leaders Can Create What’s Next with Deborah Reuben
Most leaders know they need to think more about the future. Yet so many teams stay stuck running on urgency, firefighting the day-to-day, and mistaking optimization for true transformation. Find the full show notes at: https://workmatters.com/Enter-the-TomorrowZone-How-Leaders-Can-Create-Whats-Next-with-Deborah-Reuben
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