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The 30 Minute Hour™

The 30 Minute Hour™

Hosted by Eric Twiggs and Ted Fells

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Episodes

438

Latest episode

Aug 2026

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EN

About the show

The 30 Minute Hour is a top-ranked leadership podcast for CEOs and senior executives operating at the highest level. Each episode features candid conversations with leaders across business, technology, and government—revealing how they think, lead, and execute in high-stakes environments. Listeners gain practical insights on driving results and scaling impact, while guests expand their influence and connect with other decision-makers. If you’re responsible for outcomes—not just activity—this podcast gives you the edge.

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September 7, 20265 min

Is AI Recommending Your Competitor? | 3 Minute Monday

🎙️ Episode #440🎬 Episode 8 of 3 Minute Monday🤖 What happens when a customer asks AI to recommend the best business in town—and it recommends your competitor? The way customers discover businesses is changing. In this episode of 3 Minute Monday, Eric reveals 3 practical steps that can increase the chances of your business being discovered and recommended by AI. You’ll discover why your Google Business Profile, customer reviews, and website content matter more than ever. 💡 Twiggable Quote: “If AI can’t see… why would it recommend thee?” The next customer may not Google you. They may simply ask AI. PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard to find out: https://bit.ly/ExecutiveAIReady

September 2, 202648 min

#439-- What Google & Uber Know About Growth That Most Businesses Don't

🚀What separates industry giants from everyone else? 🤔 In this episode, Moburst Founder & CEO Gilad Bechar shares the growth strategies that help brands like Google, Uber, Samsung, and Robinhood stay ahead in an increasingly competitive digital world. 📈 Discover how top companies attract customers, increase retention, leverage data, and identify emerging trends before their competitors. 💡 If you're an entrepreneur, marketer, or business leader looking to accelerate growth, this conversation is packed with actionable insights you can apply immediately. 🎙️ Don't miss this powerful discussion on marketing, innovation, and the future of business growth! PS.Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard to find out : https://lnkd.in/gEdFK5NA

August 31, 20265 min

In 5 Years, Leaders Will Be Divided Into Two Groups 🤖

🎙️ Episode #438🎬 Episode 7 of 3 Minute MondayAI isn’t coming. It’s already here. ⚡ And five years from now, leaders may fall into two groups: those who learned to leverage AI—and those explaining why they didn’t. In this 3 Minute Monday to discover: 🤖 Why leaders need to build AI capability now 🔐 The cybersecurity mistake to avoid 📈 The skill that could determine your future value ⏱️ A 15-minute challenge to start today Twiggable Quote: “If you refuse to evolve, you’ll struggle to solve.” 💡 Stay ahead. Stay secure. Stay informed. PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard to find out: https://bit.ly/ExecutiveAIReady

August 24, 20265 min

🔥 Stop Wasting HOURS in Meetings—Let AI Do This Instead 🤖

🎙️ Episode #437🎬 Episode 6 of 3 Minute Monday How many meetings did you attend last week that could’ve been an email? 😩📧 Here’s the bigger question: How many hours could AI give you back? ⏰ AI shouldn’t just help leaders create more content. It should help them eliminate unnecessary work. In this week’s 3 Minute Monday, discover how approved AI tools can help you: ✅ Summarize meetings 🎯 Identify action items 📋 Organize follow-ups 💡 Surface decisions ⏰ Give you back valuable time But there’s a catch. ⚠️🔐 Using AI without the right safeguards could turn convenience into a costly mistake. 💬 Twiggable Quote:“Automate what you can… so you can elevate your plan.” 🔥 Leadership Challenge: Look at your calendar today and ask: “What could AI shorten, simplify, or eliminate?” Share this with a leader whose calendar looks like a game of Tetris. 😂📅 Busy isn’t the goal. Better is. PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard to find out: https://bit.ly/ExecutiveAIReady #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AILeadership #ExecutiveLeadership #Productivity #FutureOfWork

August 20, 202647 min

#436--How To Win By Questioning Everything

What if the biggest thing holding you back is a belief you've never questioned? 🤔 In this episode, we sit down with Tom Kubiniec , Founder & CEO of SecureIt, serial entrepreneur, and industry disruptor, to discuss how challenging conventional wisdom helped him build a global market leader and multiple successful businesses. 🚀 Listen NOW to Discover:✅ How to spot opportunities others miss ✅ Why questioning the status quo fuels innovation ✅ The role of risk in extraordinary success ✅ Leadership lessons for entrepreneurs and executives ✅ How to think differently and win bigger 💡 If you're ready to break free from ordinary thinking and unlock new levels of growth, this episode is for you. 🔥 PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard to find out: https://bit.ly/ExecutiveAIReady

August 10, 20265 min

🚨 Your Biggest Competitor Doesn't Sleep | 3 Minute Monday

🎙️ The 30 Minute Hour Podcast | Episode #435🎬 Episode 5 of 3 Minute Monday Your biggest competitor never takes a vacation...Never calls in sick...And never sleeps. It's called Artificial Intelligence. The question isn't whether AI is changing business. The question is whether you're changing with it. In this episode of **3 Minute Monday**, Eric Twiggs reveals why the leaders who adapt the fastest—not necessarily the smartest—will create the biggest competitive advantage in the AI era.💡 **In this episode, you'll discover:** ✅ Why your biggest competitor may be using AI better than you ✅ How AI helps leaders make faster, smarter decisions ✅ The one question every executive should ask AI today ✅ Why adaptability is becoming the ultimate leadership advantage ✅ The cybersecurity habit every organization needs 🧠 **Twiggable Quote:***"If you hesitate and procrastinate... Your competitors will innovate."* 🎯 **Leadership Challenge:**Before noon today, ask AI:**"What is one thing my competitors are doing better than I am?"**The answer might make you uncomfortable...And that's exactly why you should ask it. 🎙️ Want to go deeper?Subscribe to **The 30 Minute Hour Podcast** for conversations with CEOs, CIOs, CISOs, and senior executives on AI, cybersecurity, leadership, and business growth. 👍 If you found this valuable, **Like**, **Comment**, and **Subscribe** for a new **3 Minute Monday** every week.🔔 Share this episode with another leader who wants to stay ahead of the competition. 🚀 **New episodes of 3 Minute Monday drop every Monday at 6:00 AM Eastern** with practical AI and cybersecurity insights for leaders. Subscribe today and stay ahead of the competition. PS. Many leaders are investing in AI, but few know if their organizations are truly prepared to maximize its potential. 📊 Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard and discover where your organization stands: 🔗 https://bit.ly/ExecutiveAIReady

August 6, 202640 min

🚀#434-- IT Leadership Secrets from a 25-Year CIO

What separates great IT leaders from the rest? 🤔 In this powerful episode, Clark Rainer shares the hard-earned lessons, leadership strategies, and technology insights he's gained from more than 25 years as a CIO , leading transformation initiatives, building high-performing teams, and strengthening cybersecurity across government organizations. 💡🔒 🎧 Tune in and discover: ✅ How to turn IT chaos into streamlined, scalable systems ✅ How to lead digital transformation with clarity and confidence ✅ Proven strategies for strengthening your cybersecurity posture ✅ How to align IT strategy with business goals to drive measurable impact ✅ Leadership lessons that help you build stronger teams and better outcomes Whether you're a CIO, IT executive, technology leader, or aspiring leader, you'll walk away with practical insights you can apply immediately. 📈 🎙️ Listen now on your favorite platform! PS. Many leaders are investing in AI, but few know if their organizations are truly prepared to maximize its potential. 📊 Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard and discover where your organization stands: 🔗 https://bit.ly/ExecutiveAIReady #ITLeadership #CIO #DigitalTransformation #Cybersecurity #Leadership #TechLeadership

August 3, 20265 min

🔐 The Cybersecurity Mistake Most Leaders Don't See Coming

🎙️ 3 Minute Monday | Episode # 433 Think cybersecurity is just an IT problem? Think again. Every organization—whether you have 10 employees or 10,000—is a target. The leaders who stay ahead don't wait until after a breach. They ask one simple question every week: ❓ "What's our biggest cybersecurity risk right now?" That single conversation could uncover: ✅ Weak passwords ✅ Outdated software ✅ Phishing threats ✅ Unsafe AI usage…and risks you never saw coming. 💡 Twiggable Quote:"If you're asleep at the wheel, your competitors will make the deal." 🎯 Leadership Challenge: Before today ends, ask your team: "What's one thing we can do this week to make our organization more secure?" Then take action. 🚀 Follow The 30 Minute Hour Podcast for practical AI and cybersecurity insights every Monday, and share this with a leader who needs to hear it. PS. PS.Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Take the Executive AI Readiness Scorecard to find out: https://bit.ly/ExecutiveAIReady#Cybersecurity #Leadership #CEO #ArtificialIntelligence #BusinessLeadership

July 29, 202644 min

🚨#432-- The AI & Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call Every Leader Needs

Artificial Intelligence is transforming business at an unprecedented pace. Cyber threats are evolving by the hour. Yet many leaders are still treating technology as an IT problem instead of a leadership priority. In this episode, we sit down with Ben Wilcox, CTO and CISO of ProArch, to discuss what executive leaders need to know about AI, cybersecurity, and building organizations that are resilient, scalable, and prepared for what's next. 💡 In this episode, you'll discover: • Why CEOs can no longer afford to be passive about technology. • How AI is changing the cybersecurity landscape. • The biggest mistakes leaders make when managing risk. • What separates resilient organizations from vulnerable ones. • Practical strategies to prepare your business for the future. If you're a CEO, CIO, CISO, or senior executive, this conversation could change the way you think about leadership in the digital age. 🎧 Tune in and ask yourself: "Is your organization truly prepared for what's coming next?" PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Click or copy here to find out: https://bit.ly/AIReadypodcast

July 27, 20264 min

🚨 AI Isn't Taking Your Job—But Someone Using AI Might | 3 Minute Monday

AI for business leaders doesn't have to be complicated. Learn practical AI and cybersecurity strategies in under three minutes with Eric Twiggs every Monday. 🎙️ The 30 Minute Hour Podcast | Episode #431 🎬 Episode 4 of 3 Minute Monday Most leaders are asking the wrong question: "Will AI take my job?"The better question is: "Will someone using AI outperform me?" In this episode of 3 Minute Monday, Eric Twiggs reveals the uncomfortable truth about AI, leadership, and why the next decade will reward adaptability over intelligence. 💡 In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ Why AI isn't replacing leaders—it's revealing them ✅ The one question every executive should ask AI today ✅ Why adaptability will determine tomorrow's winners ✅ How leaders are using AI to gain a competitive advantage ✅ The cybersecurity mistake every organization should avoid 🧠 Twiggable Quote:"If you wait to innovate...You'll eventually have to imitate." 🎙️ Want to go deeper?Subscribe to The 30 Minute Hour Podcast for conversations with CEOs, CIOs, CISOs, and senior executives on AI, cybersecurity, leadership, and business growth. 👍 If you found this valuable, Like, Comment, and Subscribe for a new 3 Minute Monday every week. 🔔 Share this with another leader who needs to hear this message. 🚀 New episodes of 3 Minute Monday drop every Monday at 6:00 AM Eastern with practical AI and cybersecurity insights for leaders. Subscribe today and stay ahead of the competition. ▶️ Missed Episode 3?Watch "The One AI Habit That Separates Great Leaders" to learn why better questions lead to better decisions. PS. Is Your Organization Really Ready for AI? Click or copy here to find out: https://bit.ly/AIReadypodcast

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