3 More Questions (Ed Bastian) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
Do leaders need to be readily available, or is there a line?
What can other leaders learn from how Ed navigated the reinvention of the company?
What would you say to leaders facing unimaginable personal or professional hardship about how to keep going when it all feels like too much?
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#238: Ed Bastian, CEO of Delta Air Lines – Never stop improving
Ever catch yourself coasting after a big win?
That’s the moment today’s guest would tell you to push even harder.
In this episode of How Leaders Lead, Delta CEO Ed Bastian shares how he keeps one of the world’s most awarded airlines moving forward—without getting complacent.
You’ll see how his mindset of continuous improvement shapes Delta’s culture, sharpens performance, and helps his team stay ahead in one of the world’s most competitive industries.
You’ll also learn:
One factor that can always differentiate your business
The surprising way that product quality shapes your culture
An inspiring mindset for anyone who’s in a tough moment
What Tom Brady (yes THAT Tom Brady) is teaching Delta
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3 More Questions (Frank Edwards) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What happens when a leader’s reputation is attacked for something they may not have even done?
If you were Frank's mentor, what would you have told him when he had a major setback in starting his new company?
Is there a point where involving the team in too many decisions can actually slow down momentum?
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#237: Frank Edwards, Managing Partner of Aqueduct Capital Group – Relationships are earned, not assumed
Want to build the working relationships that open doors—and keep them open?
In this episode of How Leaders Lead, David talks with Frank Edwards, Managing Partner of Aqueduct Capital Group.
You’ll see how Frank has built a stellar reputation—not through flashy networking, but by showing up consistently, giving credit freely, and treating every relationship with long-term respect.
It’s a masterclass in building trust that lasts!
You’ll also learn:
What your top priority should be as you’re scaling
One key element of a strong sales culture
How to follow up after someone opens a door for you
Why you need a support system
Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:
The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go
Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day
Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.
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3 More Questions (Mark Shapiro) with David Novak and Koula Callahan
On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:
What would you say to leaders who are trying to fight for eyeballs?
In your experience, what should a leader do to drive a results driven culture?
As a leader, how do you handle a situation where you didn’t have anything to do with a mistake?
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GO DEEPER
Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
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How Leaders Lead gives you a front-row seat to exclusive conversations with the world’s most iconic leaders across business, sports, and entertainment. Hosted by David Novak, Co-founder and former CEO of Yum! Brands, this podcast pulls back the curtain on how top CEOs, founders, and game-changers make things happen. When you tune in, you’ll learn from legends like Tom Brady, Condoleezza Rice, Jamie Dimon, Coach Prime (Deion Sanders), Indra Nooyi, Stanley Druckenmiller, and more.
Other guests include:
CEO of Starbucks
CEO of Target
Co-founder of Home Depot
and many others...
David’s unique perspective and thought-provoking questions distill the wisdom of these leaders into actionable insights you can use to elevate your own leadership game. Whether you’re just starting your leadership journey or already leading teams, this show helps you build the confidence you need to lead well.
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