Leadership & Success with Coach BZ

Coach BZ (Bob Fabien Zinga)
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Mar 7, 2026 • 1h 23min

S5:E52 LIVE with Gaëlle Koanda

S5:E52🎙️ LIVE with Gaëlle Koanda Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ – Season 5, Episode 52 SheLeadsTech: Empowering the Next Generation of Cyber Leaders ✨“Cybersecurity is not just about protecting systems — it’s about building trust in the digital economy.” ✨“When we invest in people and community, we strengthen the entire cybersecurity ecosystem.” ✨“Leadership in cybersecurity means opening doors so others can walk through them.” ✨“The future of cybersecurity will be global, collaborative, and inclusive.” I’m excited to welcome an inspiring cybersecurity leader and global community builder: Gaëlle Koanda. 🚨 Mark Your Calendars! 🚨 📅 Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 7:30 AM MT (Denver, CO) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion] ⸻ 👩🏾‍💻 Meet My Guest Gaëlle Koanda, CISA, CISM, PMP is a cybersecurity professional, community builder, and global advocate for leadership development in cybersecurity. She serves as: • Vice President of Education at ISACA Denver Chapter • Founder of SheLeadsTech Colorado • Founder of Women in CyberSecurity (WiCyS) Côte d’Ivoire & Burkina Faso Gaëlle is passionate about building cybersecurity ecosystems that expand opportunity, strengthen digital trust, and empower the next generation of leaders across continents. Her leadership bridges North America and Africa, helping develop the future cyber workforce while advancing governance, risk, and compliance excellence. ⸻ 🎯 What You Will Learn During this powerful conversation, we will discuss: 🔐 How cybersecurity governance strengthens digital trust and economic resilience 🌍 Why global collaboration is essential for the future of cybersecurity leadership 🚀 How initiatives like SheLeadsTech are expanding opportunities for the next generation of cyber professionals 👩🏾‍💻 How women are shaping the future of cybersecurity leadership worldwide 📈 Practical advice for cybersecurity engineers, analysts, and junior officers who aspire to leadership roles ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or networking questions for Gaëlle? Post them below — we will answer them LIVE! ⸻ ⸻ 👇 Your Turn: ➡️ What are your three takeaways from this episode? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who could benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #CyberLeadership #Cybersecurity #WomenInCyber #SheLeadsTech #DigitalTrust #LeadershipDevelopment #Mentorship #CyberLeaders
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Mar 6, 2026 • 1h 9min

S5E51🎙️ (VIDEO) LIVE with VADM Joanna Nunan, USCG (Ret.)

S5E51🎙️ LIVE with VADM Joanna Nunan, USCG (Ret.) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ – Season 5:Episode 51 Command, Culture, and Coastlines: The Leadership Journey of VADM Joanna Nunan, USCG (Ret.) “You can’t stay in your office. You need to walk the decks, talk to your people, and listen.” “The most important thing is to know your people — where they come from, what motivates them, and what they need to succeed.” “I wanted to match my knowledge and experience with those who held merchant mariner licenses. Credibility matters.” “Accreditation isn’t paperwork — it’s credibility.” “Even if your toes are bleeding, you make it look effortless.” “Like a ballerina, you always have a graceful exit.” “This isn’t about politics — it’s about talent management.” “Diverse teams make better decisions.” “You can’t change everything at once.” “Modernization must respect the mission.” Mark your calendars: 📅 Friday, March 6, 2026 ⏰ 10 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 1 PM ET (Mystic, CT) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion This week, I’m honored to host Vice Admiral Joanna Nunan, U.S. Maritime Service (Ret.) — former Superintendent of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Senior Executive Service leader, and Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard (Ret.). A proud graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and 35-year operational leader, VADM Nunan commanded cutters from Alaska to the Pacific, served in the offices of two Cabinet Secretaries, led the Great Lakes District, and ultimately became the first woman to serve as Superintendent of Kings Point — where she strengthened accreditation, modernized infrastructure, and elevated maritime leadership for the next generation. From cutter decks to cabinet-level strategy… From crisis response to institutional reform… From operational command to cultural transformation… This conversation will challenge you to think differently about what leadership really requires. ⸻ 🔥 What You Will Learn… ⚓ The difference between authority and earned credibility ⚓ How to modernize institutions without abandoning tradition ⚓ What readiness truly means in today’s national security environment ⚓ How to lead in politically charged and high-pressure environments ⚓ The leadership discipline behind becoming “the first” — and ensuring you’re not the last ⚓ Why walking the decks matters more than staying in the office For my Naval Junior Officers aspiring to command… For my Silicon Valley security engineers transitioning to leadership… For anyone responsible for culture, performance, and people… This episode is for you. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country below. 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or networking questions for VADM Nunan? Post them below — we will answer them LIVE! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn After the Episode: ➡️ What are your three takeaways? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who could benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 Leadership is not about rank. It’s about stewardship. Let’s learn from a leader who strengthened every institution she touched. #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #USCG #MaritimeLeadership #KingsPoint #NationalSecurity #WomenInLeadership #CommandPresence #InstitutionalLeadership #ServantLeadership
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Mar 6, 2026 • 1h 9min

S5E51 LIVE with VADM Joanna Nunan, USCG (Ret.)

S5E51🎙️ LIVE with VADM Joanna Nunan, USCG (Ret.) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ – Season 5:Episode 51 Command, Culture, and Coastlines: The Leadership Journey of VADM Joanna Nunan, USCG (Ret.) “You can’t stay in your office. You need to walk the decks, talk to your people, and listen.” “The most important thing is to know your people — where they come from, what motivates them, and what they need to succeed.” “I wanted to match my knowledge and experience with those who held merchant mariner licenses. Credibility matters.” “Accreditation isn’t paperwork — it’s credibility.” “Even if your toes are bleeding, you make it look effortless.” “Like a ballerina, you always have a graceful exit.” “This isn’t about politics — it’s about talent management.” “Diverse teams make better decisions.” “You can’t change everything at once.” “Modernization must respect the mission.” Mark your calendars: 📅 Friday, March 6, 2026 ⏰ 10 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 1 PM ET (Mystic, CT) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion This week, I’m honored to host Vice Admiral Joanna Nunan, U.S. Maritime Service (Ret.) — former Superintendent of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Senior Executive Service leader, and Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard (Ret.). A proud graduate of the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and 35-year operational leader, VADM Nunan commanded cutters from Alaska to the Pacific, served in the offices of two Cabinet Secretaries, led the Great Lakes District, and ultimately became the first woman to serve as Superintendent of Kings Point — where she strengthened accreditation, modernized infrastructure, and elevated maritime leadership for the next generation. From cutter decks to cabinet-level strategy… From crisis response to institutional reform… From operational command to cultural transformation… This conversation will challenge you to think differently about what leadership really requires. ⸻ 🔥 What You Will Learn… ⚓ The difference between authority and earned credibility ⚓ How to modernize institutions without abandoning tradition ⚓ What readiness truly means in today’s national security environment ⚓ How to lead in politically charged and high-pressure environments ⚓ The leadership discipline behind becoming “the first” — and ensuring you’re not the last ⚓ Why walking the decks matters more than staying in the office For my Naval Junior Officers aspiring to command… For my Silicon Valley security engineers transitioning to leadership… For anyone responsible for culture, performance, and people… This episode is for you. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country below. 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or networking questions for VADM Nunan? Post them below — we will answer them LIVE! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn After the Episode: ➡️ What are your three takeaways? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who could benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 Leadership is not about rank. It’s about stewardship. Let’s learn from a leader who strengthened every institution she touched. #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #USCG #MaritimeLeadership #KingsPoint #NationalSecurity #WomenInLeadership #CommandPresence #InstitutionalLeadership #ServantLeadership
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Mar 6, 2026 • 1h 29min

S5:50 (VIDEO) Live with CAPT John P. Cordle, Dr. Eng, USN (Ret.)

S5:50🎙️ Live with CAPT John P. Cordle, Dr. Eng, USN (Ret.) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ – Season 5:Episode 50 Letters to Myself: Wisdom from 30 Years of Naval Leadership Mark your calendars: Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ S5:E50🎙️Live with CAPT John P. Cordle, Dr. Eng, USN (Ret.) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cordlejp/) 📅 Date: Friday, March 6, 2026 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Chesapeake, VA) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion] ⸻ [INTRODUCE MY GUEST] I am honored to welcome CAPT John P. Cordle, Dr. Eng, USN (Ret.), a distinguished naval leader, author, and advocate for Sailor well-being. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate and Surface Warfare Officer, Captain Cordle commanded USS Oscar Austin (DDG-79) and USS San Jacinto (CG-56), leading Sailors in demanding operational environments while earning numerous leadership honors including the Bronze Star, the Admiral Bulkeley Award for Peer Leadership, and the Navy League’s Captain John Paul Jones Award for Inspirational Leadership. Beyond command at sea, Dr. Cordle became a leading voice on human performance, fatigue management, and crew endurance, helping drive important reforms such as circadian watch rotations that improved Sailor readiness and safety across the Surface Navy. He is also a prolific author and thought leader, with several books including his newest work now available for pre-order: 📚 “Letters to Myself: A Collection of Life Lessons Shared with My Younger Self.” During this episode, we will explore leadership lessons from his 30-year naval career, reflections on command, and the wisdom he wishes he could share with his younger self. ⸻ What You Will Learn… ⚓ Leadership lessons from commanding two U.S. Navy warships ⚓ Why human performance and fatigue management matter to mission success ⚓ How great leaders challenge tradition to improve their organizations ⚓ Reflections from Dr. Cordle’s new book “Letters to Myself” ⚓ Lessons in empathy, resilience, and taking care of Sailors ⚓ Advice for Naval Junior Officers and emerging leaders who aspire to command This will be a powerful conversation for anyone interested in leadership, service, and developing the next generation of leaders. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or networking questions for Captain Cordle? Post them below — we will answer them LIVE! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn: ➡️ What are your three takeaways from this episode? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who could benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #Leadership #USNavy #SurfaceWarfare #Veterans #Mentorship #LeadershipDevelopment #Podcast #HumanPerformance #CrewEndurance
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Mar 6, 2026 • 1h 29min

S5:50 Live with CAPT John P. Cordle, Dr. Eng, USN (Ret.)

S5:50🎙️ Live with CAPT John P. Cordle, Dr. Eng, USN (Ret.) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ – Season 5:Episode 50 Letters to Myself: Wisdom from 30 Years of Naval Leadership Mark your calendars: Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ S5:E50🎙️Live with CAPT John P. Cordle, Dr. Eng, USN (Ret.) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cordlejp/) 📅 Date: Friday, March 6, 2026 ⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Chesapeake, VA) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion] ⸻ [INTRODUCE MY GUEST] I am honored to welcome CAPT John P. Cordle, Dr. Eng, USN (Ret.), a distinguished naval leader, author, and advocate for Sailor well-being. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate and Surface Warfare Officer, Captain Cordle commanded USS Oscar Austin (DDG-79) and USS San Jacinto (CG-56), leading Sailors in demanding operational environments while earning numerous leadership honors including the Bronze Star, the Admiral Bulkeley Award for Peer Leadership, and the Navy League’s Captain John Paul Jones Award for Inspirational Leadership. Beyond command at sea, Dr. Cordle became a leading voice on human performance, fatigue management, and crew endurance, helping drive important reforms such as circadian watch rotations that improved Sailor readiness and safety across the Surface Navy. He is also a prolific author and thought leader, with several books including his newest work now available for pre-order: 📚 “Letters to Myself: A Collection of Life Lessons Shared with My Younger Self.” During this episode, we will explore leadership lessons from his 30-year naval career, reflections on command, and the wisdom he wishes he could share with his younger self. ⸻ What You Will Learn… ⚓ Leadership lessons from commanding two U.S. Navy warships ⚓ Why human performance and fatigue management matter to mission success ⚓ How great leaders challenge tradition to improve their organizations ⚓ Reflections from Dr. Cordle’s new book “Letters to Myself” ⚓ Lessons in empathy, resilience, and taking care of Sailors ⚓ Advice for Naval Junior Officers and emerging leaders who aspire to command This will be a powerful conversation for anyone interested in leadership, service, and developing the next generation of leaders. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or networking questions for Captain Cordle? Post them below — we will answer them LIVE! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn: ➡️ What are your three takeaways from this episode? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who could benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #Leadership #USNavy #SurfaceWarfare #Veterans #Mentorship #LeadershipDevelopment #Podcast #HumanPerformance #CrewEndurance
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Mar 6, 2026 • 32min

S31E17AI RECAP (VIDEO) LIVE AWLL From Proverbs — Chapter 17

S31E17AI RECAP🎙️ LIVE AWLL From Proverbs — Chapter 17 AI RECAP | Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ Season 31, Episode 17 — Ancient Wisdom & Leadership Lessons from the Book of Proverbs (Chapter 17) What if 2,000-year-old wisdom could sharpen your leadership decisions today? Join me for a 10-Minute AI Recap of one of the most practical leadership chapters in the Book of Proverbs. This episode highlights Proverbs Chapter 17 and explores timeless insights about peace, restraint, discernment, loyalty, and character—principles that remain essential for leaders in both the military and the technology industry. This podcast is based on my article: “Ancient Wisdom & Leadership Lessons from the Book of Proverbs — Chapter 17” https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ancient-wisdom-leadership-lessons-from-proverbs-17-zinga-eoisc/ ⸻ 🎧 S31:E17 AI RECAP Ancient Wisdom & Leadership Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 17 Live with Coach BZ 🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Beth AI ⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you. This AI-powered recap delivers the most important leadership insights in just 10 minutes. 📅 Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 1:30 PM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn ⸻ 🎙️ What You’ll Learn Today In this episode, we will explore: ✅ Why peace is a strategic leadership advantage in high-pressure environments ✅ How character and integrity create influence beyond title ✅ Why pressure reveals the true heart of a leader ✅ How discernment protects credibility and decision-making ✅ Why correcting in private and praising in public builds trust ✅ How restraint, calm communication, and emotional intelligence stabilize teams ✅ Why loyalty and relationships define a leader’s legacy Whether you are: ⚓ A Naval Junior Officer preparing for command 💻 A Senior Security Engineer transitioning into leadership 📈 A technology executive leading high-stakes decisions …these timeless principles can help you become a more disciplined decision-maker and servant leader. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I will answer LIVE during the show! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn What are your three takeaways from this podcast episode? What are the best insights you’ve learned or been reminded of that you will put into practice this week? Share them below so others may benefit from your insights. ⸻ 📣 Tag someone who might benefit from this conversation. Let’s continue building a global community of leaders committed to wisdom, service, and excellence. #Leadership #ServantLeadership #AncientWisdom #Proverbs17 #CoachBZ #LeadershipDevelopment #MilitaryLeadership #CybersecurityLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #Integrity #Influence
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Mar 6, 2026 • 32min

S31E17AI RECAP🎙️ LIVE AWLL From Proverbs — Chapter 17

S31E17AI RECAP🎙️ LIVE AWLL From Proverbs — Chapter 17 AI RECAP | Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ Season 31, Episode 17 — Ancient Wisdom & Leadership Lessons from the Book of Proverbs (Chapter 17) What if 2,000-year-old wisdom could sharpen your leadership decisions today? Join me for a 10-Minute AI Recap of one of the most practical leadership chapters in the Book of Proverbs. This episode highlights Proverbs Chapter 17 and explores timeless insights about peace, restraint, discernment, loyalty, and character—principles that remain essential for leaders in both the military and the technology industry. This podcast is based on my article: “Ancient Wisdom & Leadership Lessons from the Book of Proverbs — Chapter 17” https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ancient-wisdom-leadership-lessons-from-proverbs-17-zinga-eoisc/ ⸻ 🎧 S31:E17 AI RECAP Ancient Wisdom & Leadership Lessons from Proverbs Chapter 17 Live with Coach BZ 🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Beth AI ⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you. This AI-powered recap delivers the most important leadership insights in just 10 minutes. 📅 Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 1:30 PM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn ⸻ 🎙️ What You’ll Learn Today In this episode, we will explore: ✅ Why peace is a strategic leadership advantage in high-pressure environments ✅ How character and integrity create influence beyond title ✅ Why pressure reveals the true heart of a leader ✅ How discernment protects credibility and decision-making ✅ Why correcting in private and praising in public builds trust ✅ How restraint, calm communication, and emotional intelligence stabilize teams ✅ Why loyalty and relationships define a leader’s legacy Whether you are: ⚓ A Naval Junior Officer preparing for command 💻 A Senior Security Engineer transitioning into leadership 📈 A technology executive leading high-stakes decisions …these timeless principles can help you become a more disciplined decision-maker and servant leader. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I will answer LIVE during the show! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn What are your three takeaways from this podcast episode? What are the best insights you’ve learned or been reminded of that you will put into practice this week? Share them below so others may benefit from your insights. ⸻ 📣 Tag someone who might benefit from this conversation. Let’s continue building a global community of leaders committed to wisdom, service, and excellence. #Leadership #ServantLeadership #AncientWisdom #Proverbs17 #CoachBZ #LeadershipDevelopment #MilitaryLeadership #CybersecurityLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #Integrity #Influence
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Mar 4, 2026 • 1h 33min

S5E49 (VIDEO) LIVE with Brand L. Elverston, USA (Vet.)

S5E49🎙️ LIVE with Brand L. Elverston, USA (Vet.) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ – Season 5, Episode 49 Leading Through Complexity: Military Discipline Meets Corporate Innovation Mark your calendars for the next episode of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ as I sit down LIVE with Brand L. Elverston, USA (Vet.) — veteran, retail innovation strategist, author, and founder of Elverston Consulting. 🔗 Brand L. Elverston Brand’s career spans military service, global retail leadership, and strategic consulting, including more than two decades helping shape asset protection strategy and technology innovation at Walmart. Today, he advises organizations on risk mitigation, disruptive technology integration, and operational execution while also sharing thought leadership through his books Proclivity and Instruments of Ignorance. This will be a powerful conversation about leadership, innovation, and the courage to challenge conventional thinking. ⸻ 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 ⏰ Time: 6 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 8 AM CT (Bentonville, AR) | 9 AM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion ⸻ 👤 Meet My Guest Brand L. Elverston, USA (Vet.) is a U.S. Army veteran, retail innovation strategist, global speaker, and author who spent over 20 years at Walmart driving asset protection strategy, technology integration, and operational execution at scale. He is now the Founder and Principal of Elverston Consulting, where he helps senior leaders navigate the complex intersection of risk mitigation, retail innovation, and disruptive technology. Brand also serves in advisory roles with industry organizations, universities, and technology innovators, helping shape the future of retail operations and security. ⸻ 🎯 What You Will Learn 💡 Leadership lessons from the U.S. Army to global retail leadership 💡 Why what got us here will not get us there 💡 How leaders can challenge institutional inertia and drive innovation 💡 The role of intuition, strategy, and execution in complex environments 💡 Practical leadership insights for military officers, cybersecurity professionals, and emerging leaders ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or networking questions for Brand? Post them below — we will answer them LIVE! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn ➡️ What are your three takeaways from this episode? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who could benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #VeteranLeadership #MilitaryLeadership #Innovation #StrategicLeadership #RiskManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #Podcast #LeadershipLessons
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Mar 4, 2026 • 1h 33min

S5E49 LIVE with Brand L. Elverston, USA (Vet.)

S5E49🎙️ LIVE with Brand L. Elverston, USA (Vet.) Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ – Season 5, Episode 49 Leading Through Complexity: Military Discipline Meets Corporate Innovation Mark your calendars for the next episode of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ as I sit down LIVE with Brand L. Elverston, USA (Vet.) — veteran, retail innovation strategist, author, and founder of Elverston Consulting. 🔗 Brand L. Elverston Brand’s career spans military service, global retail leadership, and strategic consulting, including more than two decades helping shape asset protection strategy and technology innovation at Walmart. Today, he advises organizations on risk mitigation, disruptive technology integration, and operational execution while also sharing thought leadership through his books Proclivity and Instruments of Ignorance. This will be a powerful conversation about leadership, innovation, and the courage to challenge conventional thinking. ⸻ 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026 ⏰ Time: 6 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 8 AM CT (Bentonville, AR) | 9 AM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → RSVP & Join the Discussion ⸻ 👤 Meet My Guest Brand L. Elverston, USA (Vet.) is a U.S. Army veteran, retail innovation strategist, global speaker, and author who spent over 20 years at Walmart driving asset protection strategy, technology integration, and operational execution at scale. He is now the Founder and Principal of Elverston Consulting, where he helps senior leaders navigate the complex intersection of risk mitigation, retail innovation, and disruptive technology. Brand also serves in advisory roles with industry organizations, universities, and technology innovators, helping shape the future of retail operations and security. ⸻ 🎯 What You Will Learn 💡 Leadership lessons from the U.S. Army to global retail leadership 💡 Why what got us here will not get us there 💡 How leaders can challenge institutional inertia and drive innovation 💡 The role of intuition, strategy, and execution in complex environments 💡 Practical leadership insights for military officers, cybersecurity professionals, and emerging leaders ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 💬 Got leadership or networking questions for Brand? Post them below — we will answer them LIVE! ⸻ 👇 Your Turn ➡️ What are your three takeaways from this episode? ➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week? ➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who could benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ #LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #VeteranLeadership #MilitaryLeadership #Innovation #StrategicLeadership #RiskManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #Podcast #LeadershipLessons
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Mar 4, 2026 • 37min

S31:16AI RECAP(VIDEO) LIVE AWLL From Proverbs — Chapter 16

S31:16AI RECAP🎙️ LIVE AWLL From Proverbs — Chapter 16 Ancient Wisdom & Leadership Lessons (#AWLL) from the Book of Proverbs — Chapter 16 Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ | Season 31, Episode 16AI Recap   We plan… but God directs.   In Season 31, Episode 16 of our special Ancient Wisdom & Leadership Lessons series, we unpack one of the most grounding leadership chapters in all of Proverbs: Chapter 16.   If you are an aspiring Naval Officer preparing for command… Or a Senior Security Engineer stepping into management… This episode is for you.   This AI RECAP is based on my LinkedIn article: “Ancient Wisdom & Leadership Lessons from the Book of Proverbs — Chapter 16” 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ancient-wisdom-leadership-lessons-from-proverbs-16-zinga-mhvzc/?trackingId=dhpgd9cjT1at4tOhmwG9PA%3D%3D   ⸻   🎥 S31:E16 AI RECAP — 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown 🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Beth AI 🎙️ Live with Coach BZ   ⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you. 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM PT (San Francisco) | 1:00 PM ET (Washington, D.C.) 📍 LIVE on LinkedIn   ⸻   🎙️ What You’ll Learn Today   ✅ Why motives matter more than methods in leadership ✅ How humility protects leaders from pride-driven failure ✅ Why integrity is your most valuable leadership currency ✅ How disciplined communication strengthens influence ✅ Why self-mastery shapes destiny more than raw authority ✅ How to build a legacy that outlives your title and rank   Proverbs 16 reminds us: •Alignment precedes advancement. •Confidence comes from trust—not control. •Pride is the silent threat to successful leaders. •Inner discipline becomes outer strength.   In both military command and cybersecurity leadership, the strongest leaders are those who walk humbly, act justly, and serve consistently.   This episode will challenge you to examine: •Your motives •Your ego •Your discipline •Your long-term legacy   Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish — It’s about who you become.   ⸻   🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?   💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I will answer LIVE during the show!   Tag someone on your team who might benefit from this podcast ❤️🙏🏾   👇 Your Turn: What are your three takeaways from this episode? What insight will you apply this week to become a better decision-maker and servant leader?   Let’s grow together. Let’s lead with humility. Let’s build legacy leadership.   #Leadership #ServantLeadership #MilitaryLeadership #CyberSecurityLeadership #AWLL #Proverbs16 #CoachBZ #LeadershipAndSuccess #DecisionMaking #LegacyLeadership

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