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CEOs running the world’s top companies don’t start out that way – they pull ahead of their peers with behaviors and practices that make them the “best of the best.” Stephen Miles and the team at TMG coach some of the world’s most successful executives, helping them continuously up their game even as business conditions grow more complex every day. Learn the secrets of the highest performers, and use this intelligence to power your career.

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CEOs running the world’s top companies don’t start out that way – they pull ahead of their peers with behaviors and practices that make them the “best of the best.” Stephen Miles and the team at TMG coach some of the world’s most successful executives, helping them continuously up their game even as business conditions grow more complex every day. Learn the secrets of the highest performers, and use this intelligence to power your career.

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English


Episodes
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Battery Life: Managing Energy

7/1/2025
In this episode, TMG’s Liz Kelly and John Nasr explore a leadership skill that rarely gets the attention it deserves: managing energy. They look at how a leader’s energy shows up across internal meetings, client engagements, and executive forums and how it shapes the way others experience their leadership. Drawing on their coaching work with senior executives, Liz and John discuss how staying consistent in your presence and tone helps build trust, especially in high-pressure moments. They offer practical tools to help leaders prepare for key interactions, reset between meetings, and bring clarity and focus to every conversation. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:21:56

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Battery Life: Managing Energy

6/26/2025
In this episode, TMG’s Liz Kelly and John Nasr explore a leadership skill that rarely gets the attention it deserves: managing energy. They look at how a leader’s energy shows up across internal meetings, client engagements, and executive forums and how it shapes the way others experience their leadership. Drawing on their coaching work with senior executives, Liz and John discuss how staying consistent in your presence and tone helps build trust, especially in high-pressure moments. They offer practical tools to help leaders prepare for key interactions, reset between meetings, and bring clarity and focus to every conversation. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:21:56

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Built on Trust: How Leaders Drive Performance

6/17/2025
In this episode, Courtney Hamilton and John Nasr explore how trust shows up on high-performing teams and why it’s a critical part of effective leadership. They break down the core components of trust, including credibility, reliability, and interpersonal connection, and explore how consistent leadership behavior directly impacts team alignment and results. Courtney and John also share actionable tools like the “ask me, tell me” framework and discuss how cross-functional collaboration, humility, and intentional communication create a culture of accountability and shared success. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:35:53

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Making Room to Lead

6/3/2025
In this episode, John Nasr and Liz Kelly explore the traits that distinguish top-performing leaders—and how those traits help build team capacity. They cover why a strong management operating system drives consistency, how effective delegation allows leaders to focus on strategic priorities, and what it takes to run purposeful and efficient meetings. John and Liz also discuss how to balance your team with the right mix of high-potential talent and steady anchors, the importance of staying ahead of the curve, and why an empathetic, outward-focused mindset fuels growth and performance. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:25:52

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Coaching Doesn’t Stop at the C-Suite

5/20/2025
In this episode, Stephen sits down with Robert Williams, Senior Consultant at TMG, to unpack how continuous development sharpens leadership at the highest levels. They explore the role of executive coaching in helping CEOs adapt to new challenges, refine their approach, and stay ahead of the curve. From embracing feedback to cultivating a growth mindset, this conversation offers a clear look at what it takes to lead with lasting impact. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:20:47

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High Agency Leadership: How Productive Friction Powers Great Teams

5/6/2025
In this episode, Stephen sits down with John Nasr, Senior Managing Director at TMG, to explore how high agency leadership can shape organizational success. They discuss the importance of micro-leadership—being deeply involved in the details, setting clear context, and maintaining accountability. John and Stephen also cover how leaders can assess their own agency, adapt to organizational needs, and create a high-performance culture. This conversation offers valuable insights into how high agency leadership fuels growth and creates lasting impact. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:30:38

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The Agent Problem: Who’s Advocating for You?

4/22/2025
In this episode, Taylor Griffin, COO of TMG, and Senior Managing Director Courtney Hamilton break down the “agent problem”—the often-overlooked challenge leaders face when key career decisions are made behind closed doors. Many assume their work speaks for itself, but in reality, it’s the conversations happening when they’re not in the room that shape their trajectory. Taylor and Courtney share practical strategies for ensuring the right people advocate for you, managing how you’re perceived in talent discussions, and taking control of your professional narrative. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:23:55

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Leading at Scale: How to Build a Management Operating System

4/8/2025
In this episode, Stephen Miles, CEO of TMG, and John Nasr, Senior Managing Director, discuss how leaders can scale their impact by developing a structured management operating system. Many leaders advance by relying on intellect and adaptability, but as responsibilities grow, those skills alone aren’t enough. The key to navigating this shift is implementing a system that enables leaders to scale effectively while demonstrating their growth and capacity.Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:28:41

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Lessons in Leadership & Growth

3/25/2025
In this episode, Taylor sits down with Laura Cococcia, Managing Director at Council Advisors, for a conversation on leadership, career growth, and the skills that set top executives apart. Drawing from her experience across nonprofits, tech giants, and corporate enterprises, Laura shares insights on leading through uncertainty, building strong teams, and the role of mentorship and feedback in shaping effective leaders. She also reflects on the importance of clear communication in high-stakes situations, and how adaptability enables leaders to navigate complexity and drive results. Tune in as we explore:

Duration:00:24:05

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Send the Right Signals

3/11/2025
Today, we’re exploring a leadership skill that’s often overlooked: signaling your leadership style. Stephen is joined by Courtney Hamilton, Senior Managing Director at TMG, to discuss how intentional signaling builds trust, fosters collaboration, and drives team success. They’ll explore how choices like structuring team check-ins and communicating your preferences can create clarity and improve performance. The conversation also delves into micro-leadership versus micromanagement, the challenges of onboarding, and the value of consistent, predictable leadership. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:28:27

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Navigating the Boardroom: Building Relationships That Drive Results, Part 2

12/17/2024
In today’s episode, Stephen is joined by John Nasr, Senior Managing Director at TMG, for the second part of our two-part series on building effective relationships with Boards. Together, they explore how trust and alignment between leadership teams and the Board can improve decision-making, clarify strategy, and support long-term success. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:14:26

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Navigating the Boardroom: Building Relationships That Drive Results, Part 1 & 2

12/3/2024
In today’s episode, Stephen is joined by John Nasr, Senior Managing Director at TMG, for the first part of a two-part series on building effective relationships with Boards. Together, they explore how trust and alignment between leadership teams and the Board can improve decision-making, clarify strategy, and support long-term success. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:20:44

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Embracing Idea Conflict: Creating Space for Healthy Debate

11/19/2024
In today’s episode, TMG CEO Stephen Miles and Managing Director Stephanie McCoy Loquvam discuss the importance of fostering idea conflict without devolving into social conflict. They explore going “hard on the idea, soft on the person” to drive effective decision-making and encourage diverse perspectives. Tune in for insights on what causes social conflict, why it undermines team dynamics, and how leaders can create the conditions for open, productive debate. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:19:54

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A Leader's Guide to Crisis Prevention

11/5/2024
In this episode, Stephen is joined by Taylor Griffin, COO of TMG, to explore how spotting early signs of potential threats can transform the way senior leaders navigate their organizations. Together, they’ll discuss how the ability to identify subtle warning signs—before a full-blown crisis emerges—empowers leaders to make smarter, proactive decisions. They’ll also share a practical toolkit for detecting those early whiffs of smoke and preventing issues from escalating into larger problems. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:13:34

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Founder Mode for the Rest of Us

10/22/2024
What exactly is founder mode? Is it just another form of micromanagement, or is it a practical approach to leadership in today’s fast-paced business environment?In this episode, Stephen and Taylor dive into the debate sparked by figures like Paul Graham and Brian Chesky, proposing a middle ground between founder and manager mode—micro-leadership. By striking the right balance between employee empowerment and direct managerial involvement, leaders can drive results and foster innovation, staying engaged with both their work and their teams while supporting autonomy and creativity. Join us as we discuss: Learn more: Founder ModeLenny’s Podcast featuring Brian Chesky

Duration:00:26:49

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Judo vs. MMA: Choosing Talent for Critical Roles

10/8/2024
Choosing the right talent for a role is always important, but it's even more crucial when that role is essential to meeting your company's strategic priorities. A leader in a critical position who can't foster deep team alignment and synchronized prioritization can have a cascading negative effect. In this episode, TMG CEO Stephen Miles and COO Taylor Griffin discuss how to determine a role's criticality and evaluate whether a leader has what it takes to be effective. Join us as we discuss: Judo vs. MMA and why "sharp-elbowed" executives aren't always the most effective.The importance of stress testing executives in critical roles.How a clear 12-month plan can help mitigate scope risk when an executive takes on a new role.

Duration:00:18:46

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From Automatic to Manual: How to Lead With Intention

9/24/2024
In today's episode, we're joined by Courtney Hamilton, Senior Managing Director at TMG, to discuss one of our favorite coaching concepts: shifting to a manual operating mode. As leaders succeed in their careers, they often start defaulting to autopilot. However, there are situations where making the conscious decision to "go to manual"–a process that involves consciously hijacking your automatic response to an event and taking a new, more deliberate approach–will help you become a more effective leader. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:25:44

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Developing Next-Gen CEO Talent: Practical Tips for Emerging Leaders

9/10/2024
Join TMG’s CEO Stephen Miles and COO Taylor Griffin as they unpack the secrets to developing the next generation of general management talent. From doing a staff job to taking something good and making it better, they walk through key experiential moves that can help you take your career to the next level. Whether you're focused on your own development or tasked with developing people, this episode is your go-to guide for rounding out general management talent. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:22:46

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Turning Stress Into Success: How to Manage Through Turbulent Times

8/20/2024
Today, our host Stephen Miles, CEO of TMG, is joined by Senior Managing Director John Nasr for an insightful discussion on how executives can effectively lead during turbulent times. In today’s high-velocity, high-stakes environment, understanding the intricacies of leadership under stress has never been more important. From practical tips on turning outward and leveraging your team to the nuances of decision-making and prioritization, Stephen and John break down the hallmarks of effective leadership and pitfalls to avoid. This episode is packed with actionable advice to help you and your team navigate the storm. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:23:22

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The Art of Followership: How to Reduce Friction and Drive Results

8/6/2024
While the world is saturated with content on leadership, most of us spend the majority of our careers as followers. Today's guest, TMG SMD John Nasr, joins us to explain effective followership and why it's essential for career advancement. In this episode, we discuss practical strategies for creating a low-friction relationship with your leader and how to manage interpersonal dynamics between different personality types, such as introverts/extroverts and thinkers/blinkers. Together, we provide actionable advice on adjusting your energy levels and approach to match your leaders' goals, reducing friction and opening doors to new opportunities. Join us as we discuss:

Duration:00:27:40