As Chief has suggested a few times to Ms Dava, assessing what we've learned is critical to becoming a Leader of Character. So, Chief guides Ms Dava through an assessment of what she's learned from her experience as a leader the past few months....

Can a leader, especially a Leader of Character, have too much patience? Is that even possible? Is there a difference between policy and philosophy in the workplace? Is Chief right again? What is one to do? Here's another episode of Boots on the...

Ms Dava is having a great run as a boss! Things are going so well that she's bored. Being the experienced teacher, Chief warns her not to become complacent. Things can change drastically very quickly. He reminds her to keep striving for improve...

The best way to learn anything is by doing it! Ms Dava has experienced what it's like to be a professional leader in her position as director of her summer camp. This is boots-on-the-grounds stuff, folks! In this episode she shares her most rec...

Here's a throwback episode from Jan 2023. A Leader of Character does what's right! But what does that mean? By who's measure and perspective?

As a new leader, Ms Dava is learning how hectic things can get when you're trying to herd cats! Chief suggests that she delegate more. She agrees. But how? Cheif suggests four areas to consider: Trust, Competence, Observation, and Agreement. Th...

Ms Dava and Chief discuss the merits of cursing in public. THERE ARE NONE! But why do people do it? Do they not have better words? Are there better words? Yeah, it's a choice. Life is a choice. Character is a choice. Just don't do it around Chi...

What IS success to you? Is it the same for all of us? SOME of us? Maybe. Ms Dava and Chief discuss the path toward success and what guides us toward it.

How does one create hope? Where does it come from? You've heard that hope is not a strategy, but it's a powerful energy to help propel us toward success. Chief and Ms Dava share their perspectives on hope.

Do you have favorites? Are you human? If the answer to the second question is yes, then the answer to the first is too. We ALL have favorites! But how do you deal with that as a Leader of Character. Listen to Chief's and Ms Dava's thoughts.

You've heard the adage, that honesty is the best policy. But IS It? Are there times when it's not? Are there times when you should speak the truth and nothing but the truth? When is that appropriate? Are there different consequences for being h...

As Simon Sinek says, "We're better together." There are few, if any, things that we can do by ourselves. Most of our successes will be driven by the strength of our relationships with others. Maintaining relationships can be one of the most dif...

WOW! What a powerful thought! Instead of judging someone immediately, maybe we should get to know about them, even get to know them, first. Sounds like something a Leader of Character might do. Chief and Ms Dava share some thoughts on the subje...

Chief and Ms Dava have a VERY interesting conversation on the topic of fear. What do we fear? Why? How does one deal with it? A lot of questions and a very interesting scenario.

You've heard of tough conversations. Ms Dava and Chief have one on this episode. It's not confrontational, but it's a contemporary topic that needs discussing, that of RESPECT, or lack thereof. Ms Dava and Chief discussed this topic a few years...

Ms Dava has a new topic in mind as she and Chief discuss the idea of Comfort Zones. What IS a Comfort Zone? Do you really HAVE to get out of it to succeed? You may be surprised by the discussion and the answers.

Ms Dava and Chief cuss and discuss what discipline is about and how to develop it. Chief has some pet peeves! Yes, he does! And Ms Dava agrees with them. Together, they'll make the world better!

When does a person become and adult? When does that person become a mature adult? Is there a difference? Why is the sky blue? Ms Dava and Chief ponder the universe's most powerful questions in this episode. But do they discover answers? You'll ...

Chief answers the question that he asked Ms Dava at the conclusion of  last episode, "What is the most important thing an Effective Leader does?" And the answer is.... You'll have to listen to this episode. Sorry....

Chief and Ms Dava begin the discussion talking about slowing down. Ms Dava is in charge of a large organization and is rolling at Mach 4 with her hair on fire. Chief shares some thoughts and suggestions on how to slow down so as to make better ...

Chief and Ms Dava continue their discussion on Goals, Goal Setting, and Goal Accomplishment. The focus topics in this episode are rhythm and routine as well as habits and the value of having good accountability partners. 

Ms Dava and Chief start this new season with a discussion on goals, goal setting, challenges, resources, and resolutions, although Chief calls them revolutions. What are some challenges? How do you ensure that you meet those challenges and succ...

Ms Dava and Chief close out this season by sharing their thoughts and stories about being grateful. Thanks to all of our listeners. We wish you a great holiday season and look forward to sharing more thoughts in January 2025!

Can we break trust with someone and regain it? Great and tough question that Ms Dava and Chief ponder on this episode.