Dov Pollack – Dov Pollack Executive Coaching

November 23, 2020November 24, 2020

Troy Blackwell on Disrupting the 100-Year-Old Auto Industry

Troy Blackwell is the Chief Operating Officer at NuVinAir® Corporate, where he’s responsible for providing leadership and vision for the company’s operational customer programs, national accounts, operational controls, and franchisee success. He has nearly two decades of automotive leadership experience and previously worked at AutoNation, where he spearheaded a major brand extension for the largest automotive group in the nation.

Troy also helped launch a chain of standalone used car dealerships called AutoNation USA, which streamlines the car buying process with new technology and a no-haggle strategy. Before that, he worked at CarMax for more than a decade and served as both Regional Sales Development Leader and General Manager.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Troy Blackwell talks about his childhood and the business lessons that he learned from his grandfather
How Troy’s early career experience shaped his leadership style
Changing the culture of the automotive industry
How do you lead your team through a major transformation within your organization?
Troy talks about his approach to leadership
Giving effective feedback
How can a leader make a smooth transition to working for a new organization?
The impact that Troy’s parents have had on his life and career

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When you’re running a business, it’s easy to get comfortable doing things the same way you always have. But with all the advances in technology today, you don’t want to get left behind. Troy Blackwell, the Chief Operating Officer at NuVinAir® Corporate, believes that organizations have to evolve to meet their customer’s needs, and leaders play a crucial role in guiding their teams through periods of transition.

With Dov, Troy talks about his early career experience and how it shaped his approach to leadership. He shares how he helped transform the culture of the automotive industry and the challenges he faced along the way. You’ll also hear about a meaningful piece of advice that Troy received and his tips for giving effective feedback.

Join Troy Blackwell, the Chief Operating Officer at NuVinAir® Corporate, and Dov Pollack in this episode of the Next Wave Leadership Podcast. Troy shares his career journey, from working in retail to getting involved in the auto industry. He also talks about how he guided his team through a transition within his organization, discusses the importance of relationship building, and shares his advice for new managers.

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This episode is brought to you by Next Wave Leadership. Founded by Dov Pollack, Next Wave Leadership is an executive coaching firm focused on helping CEOs, executives and emerging leaders overcome their limiting beliefs which is an essential part of creating a growth mindset culture. If you are looking to grow as a leader and create a vibrant and innovative culture in your organization, Next Wave Leadership can help you get the results you want and need. To know more about what we can do to help you and your team grow, visit our website at NextWaveLeadership.com or send us an email at dov@nextwaveleadership.com.

November 16, 2020November 24, 2020

Dr. Bruce Gewertz on the Role of Physician Leadership in an Ever-Increasing Matrixed Healthcare System

Dr. Bruce Gewertz is the Surgeon-in-Chief, Chair of the Department of Surgery, Vice Dean of Academic Affairs, and Vice President of Interventional Services at Cedars-Sinai Health System in Los Angeles. Under his leadership at Cedars-Sinai, Dr. Gewertz has added to the Department of Surgery’s academic stature by targeted recruitments across all specialties, more than doubling clinical revenues and expanding the clinical faculty by more than 50%. Most recently, he led a $4 million multi-institutional research project integrating human performance and technology funded by the Department of Defense.

Before Cedars-Sinai, Dr. Gewertz was on the faculty at the University of Chicago for 25 years and served as the Dallas B. Phemister Professor and Chair of the Department of Surgery from 1992 until 2006. Dr. Gewertz is the author of more than 200 original articles, books, and chapters and has won multiple awards, including Outstanding Science Alumnus of Pennsylvania State University in 2003 and Alumni Fellow in 2009.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Dr. Bruce Gewertz talks about patient expectations and how the role of a physician has evolved in recent years
As a physician, how do you develop your team to provide patients with the best care possible?
Dr. Gewertz shares his thoughts about the future of healthcare
The professional development and coaching opportunities available to leaders in medicine
The importance of mentorship in a healthcare setting
How Dr. Gewertz’s parents influenced his leadership style

In this episode…

Doctors have long been seen as the ultimate authority when it comes to a patient’s care. However, as medicine continues to advance, the healthcare system has become increasingly focused on the importance of a team-oriented organization. Dr. Bruce Gewertz, the Surgeon-in-Chief and Chair of the Department of Surgery at Cedars-Sinai, believes that what makes a physician successful isn’t necessarily how authoritative they are, but their ability to bring out the best in their team.

With Dov, Dr. Gewertz discusses the modern patient experience and how a physician’s role as a leader has changed over time. He addresses the challenges of building a team-oriented culture in the healthcare system. Additionally, you’ll hear about the importance of taking pride in your team and the common values that team members should share.

Join Dr. Bruce Gewertz, the Surgeon-in-Chief and Chair of the Department of Surgery at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles, and Dov Pollack in this episode of the Next Wave Leadership Podcast. Dr. Gewertz provides his insights into leadership and how a physician develops their team. He also talks about focusing on group success versus individual success, the value of building relationships with the people you work with, and how to deal with failure.

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November 9, 2020November 26, 2020

Shuchi Sarkar on Why the Most Important Feedback Is Never Pleasant to Hear

Shuchi Sarkar is the Chief Marketing Officer at Creo, a company that produces natural and more sustainable cannabinoid ingredients through a fusion of technology and the ancient process of fermentation. She is an accomplished marketer with over 25 years of broad experience at leading tech companies like HP, Compaq, Motorola, and Ogilvy Advertising. Before working with Creo, Shuchi was the Global Head of Marketing for HP’s digital printing business. She’s also received several industry awards, including EFFIEs, Cannes Lions, “Innovative Marketer by Economic Times,” and “WIM Digital Marketer of the Year 2017.”

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Shuchi Sarkar shares her early career experience
The impact one of Shuchi’s favorite bosses made on her career
How setting your vision as a leader aligns your team with your goals
The value of creating diverse teams
Building microcultures within big organizations
The effect of COVID-19 on Shuchi’s leadership style
Balancing transparency and empathy when giving feedback
How Shuchi mentors her own daughter
The strengths that Shuchi attributes to her success

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One of the most important aspects of leadership is being able to give effective feedback that helps your team learn and improve. While you want to support and encourage your team, you also have to be honest and direct. Shuchi Sarkar, the Chief Marketing Officer at Creo, believes that oftentimes the feedback that is the hardest to hear is exactly what people need to grow. In today’s episode, Shuchi discusses her personal growth as a leader and how working for an international company influenced her leadership style. She also shares her experience growing up in Delhi, India and how she dealt with the bias that comes from being an Indian woman in a leadership role. Additionally, Shuchi talks about the differences between building culture in a big name organization versus a start-up company. Join Shuchi Sarkar, the Chief Marketing Officer at Creo, and Dov Pollack in this episode of the Next Wave Leadership Podcast. Shuchi shares her leadership journey, from getting her start in advertising to leading international teams. She also provides her insights into developing your strengths as a leader, leading your teams through transformations, and the art of giving feedback.

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November 2, 2020November 26, 2020

Nyika Allen on Her Experience Being the Youngest Director of Aviation in the Country

Nyika Allen is the Director of Aviation for the City of Albuquerque, where she is responsible for the management and oversight of Albuquerque International Sunport and Double Eagle Airport. She is the first millennial to lead a city department and the first woman to serve as Director of the Department of Aviation. Under Nyika’s leadership over the past two years, Albuquerque International Sunport has expanded its route portfolio and undergone the completion of a $30 million terminal renovation.

Before her current role, Nyika was the President and the CEO of the New Mexico Technology Council, which is the state’s only business association for the technology industry. She is also the former “Tech Expert” on Fox News Mexico and the Chair of the New Mexico Association of Commerce and Industry’s Entrepreneurship and Technology Committee.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Nyika Allen discusses her current role as the Director of the Department of Aviation.
Creating a sense of authority in a large organization
What is an “audit culture”?
Nyika shares her experience as a millennial woman in a leadership role.
How to give feedback as an authentic leader
Improving diversity within your organization
How Nyika has managed the challenges of running an airport during COVID-19
The philosophy that Nyika attributes to her success

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The idea that the leader is the smartest person in the room isn’t always true. Nyika Allen, the Director of Aviation for the City of Albuquerque, believes that part of her role as a leader is to create a culture of “we” so that her team always feels empowered to speak up and share their ideas about improving their organization.

With Dov Pollack, Nyika shares her career experience, talks about overseeing everything that happens “behind the scenes” in an airport, and relates how being a millennial woman impacts her approach to leadership. She also talks about building an “audit culture” that emphasizes teamwork and reaching a shared goal.

Join Nyika Allen, the Director of Aviation for the City of Albuquerque, and Dov Pollack in this episode of the Next Wave Leadership Podcast. Nyika shares her journey to becoming the youngest director of aviation in the country. She also provides her insights into questioning the systems that are in place to make them better, how being an authentic leader impacts her approach to feedback, and overcoming barriers to improve diversity in your organization.

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October 26, 2020November 26, 2020

Allan Silva on Coaching Leaders in Start-Ups: How to Master the Inner Game of Influence

Allan Silva is the Founder and CEO of Truedragon, a team coaching company that creates business growth by helping global business executives and senior product and engineering leaders build and align winning teams. Allan is also the Founding Partner of Riverene, a leadership and organizational development consultancy. His recent clients include Lucasfilm, ILM, Sonos, Atlassian, GRAIL, Airbnb, Salesforce, and Twitter.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

Allan Silva, the Founder and CEO of Truedragon, explains the meaning behind the company’s name
Where does self-worth come from?
Differentiating between your worth as a person and your value as a professional
How Allan helps leaders build influence and credibility
Dealing with imposter syndrome
The importance of moving with confidence

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Leadership is all about balance. While you want to ensure that your team is doing their job and getting results, you also want to empower your people and create a growth-focused culture. Allan Silva, the Founder and CEO of Truedragon, believes that the key to building influence as a leader is to “move with confidence”—meaning that even if you are unsure about what lies ahead, you can still guide your team forward.

In his conversation with Dov, Allan shares his experience coaching highly successful leaders. He also talks about how to distinguish between your values as a person and your role in your company. Additionally, you’ll hear about imposter syndrome and how to overcome it.

Join Allan Silva, the Founder and CEO of Truedragon, and Dov Pollack in this episode of the Next Wave Leadership Podcast as they discuss the different elements of leadership. Allan also talks about where self-worth comes from, provides his insights into how leaders can build influence, and discusses the balance of flexibility and confidence.