Podcast
Building a Relationship Culture
“Having a relationship based culture is going to beat everything else you try to do when it comes to guests.” The magic of Disney isn’t just in the attractions; it’s in the people. That’s at the heart of my conversation with Rick Allen, a Disney veteran of 43 years. Rick has seen firsthand how relationships…
Read MoreCreating a Culture Through Collaborative Conversations
“Have other people around you that have different points of view, or related points of view with different perspectives. I think that benefits a lot of people.” Isn’t it funny how those unplanned hallway conversations drive creativity and collaboration? These unscripted moments can shape cultures and drive creativity. Bob Weis, retired president of Walt Disney…
Read MoreFive Things I Tell Myself Everyday in 2025
“If you’re confident that you’ve done your very best, then you can’t do anything better than your very best. It’s been nearly two years since Jeff Noel joined for a conversation. We dove deep into the five quotes I tell myself every day to stay focused and motivated. There are a number of ways that…
Read MoreStorytelling and Innovation
“If you want to invent an innovative future, first, you have to start where you are.” Ever wonder what a crow named Bernice has to do with innovation? Bob Allen returns to share more from his fascinating journey from executive leadership with Disney to his latest venture, Zenovation. Our conversation highlights how blending personal passions…
Read MoreHave a Universal Theme to Your Stories
“You have to push through that first fear barrier because it’s one of those universal themes in storytelling, the fear of failure.” The spark of a great story can come from the most unexpected places. In my recent conversation with Matthew Luhn, an accomplished storyteller and former Disney/Pixar creative, we talk about the magic of…
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