How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…
In this episode, Clay and Adam unpack how to thrive at work by understanding and adapting to your boss’s world, even if they’re less than perfect. They explore five key strategies: empathizing with your boss’s challenges, learning their communication style, being a low-maintenance problem solver, managing your expectations, and influencing without being manipulative. The episode challenges listeners to stop waiting for the “perfect boss” and instead focus on playing the hand they’re dealt—with a few practical tips to start using right away. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious . Learn more at AdamTarnow.com…
In this episode, Clay and Adam reveal the three best coaching questions every leader should ask to move beyond just giving advice and help their teams think more deeply. They explore how “And what else?”, “What advice would you give to someone in your situation?”, and “What’s the real challenge here for you?” can transform coaching conversations by uncovering real obstacles, tapping into people’s own wisdom, and driving clarity. Leaders are encouraged to try these questions in their next coaching conversation to build problem-solving skills and foster more meaningful dialogue. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious . Learn more at AdamTarnow.com…
Giving feedback is one of the most challenging parts of leadership—especially when emotions run high. In this episode, we break down the ThreeIQ System , a simple yet powerful approach to making feedback conversations clear, direct, and constructive. You’ll learn to use the Intent, Incident, Impact, Question framework to keep emotions in check, build trust, and encourage open dialogue. Whether you’re navigating a challenging conversation at work or want to improve your communication, this episode has you covered. Tune in to discover how to give feedback that strengthens relationships and gets results! About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious . Learn more at AdamTarnow.com…
Coaching doesn’t have to be complicated. In this episode, we break down LB/NT —a simple two-step framework that makes feedback clear, actionable, and actually helpful. Whether you’re leading a team, mentoring someone, or just want to help others improve, “Liked Best” and “Next Time” will change the way you coach. We’ll cover why most feedback fails, how to use this method in real conversations, and how to build a coaching culture where people thrive. Plus, we challenge you to try it this week! Tune in for practical insights you can apply immediately. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious . Learn more at AdamTarnow.com…
PushPay proudly sponsors this episode. They are hosting a webinar that you will not want to miss: "Reaching Your Neighbors: Strategies to Bring Local Guests Into Your Church" Monday, February 25 at 10 AM PT Register for the Webinar (has to be this link) https://grow.pushpay.com/lp-wb-core-reaching-your-neighbors.html?utm_medium=email&utm_source=clay-scroggins&utm_content=wb-core-reaching-your-neighbors&utm_campaign=clay-scroggins-sponsor-email&utm_term=faith--all--all Many leaders make the mistake of waiting too long to give feedback, which can lead to stressful, high-stakes conversations that could have been avoided. In this episode, Clay and Adam explain why short, frequent coaching sessions—what they call “keeping short accounts”—lead to faster improvement, less stress, and a stronger team culture. They share practical strategies for making feedback a natural, everyday habit in under 60 seconds so leaders can coach effectively without overwhelming themselves or their teams. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coachknown for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious . Learn more at AdamTarnow.com…
Most people focus on managing their time, but what if managing your energy is the real key to a productive week? In this episode, Clay and Adam break down three simple strategies to help you maximize your time and energy: starting with clarity, designing around your natural rhythms, and regularly reflecting and recalibrating. Whether you’re a structured planner or a free spirit, these practical tips will help you get more done while keeping your sanity intact. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA who is now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious . Learn more at AdamTarnow.com…
In this episode, we dive into "The Brand Inside" and explore why the key to organizational growth isn't just about your market presence—it's about your employment brand. Drawing on Gallup research and real-world experience, we discuss how effective people development is essential to attracting and retaining top talent. You'll learn three simple, actionable strategies to develop your team without overwhelming your schedule: thinking out loud to share your insights, giving rising stars a behind-the-scenes view of your work, and going deep with one or two individuals to make a lasting impact. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge. With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious. Learn more at AdamTarnow.com…
PushPay, the trusted leader in digital giving and engagement solutions for churches, sponsors this episode. With tools designed to simplify generosity, build connections, and grow communities, PushPay helps you focus on what truly matters—making an impact. Visit PushPay.com to learn more. ____________ Cynicism can creep into the workplace one comment at a time, eroding trust, morale, and collaboration. In this episode, we explore the difference between cynicism and pessimism, the devastating impact cynicism has on teams, and practical strategies for rebuilding trust and fostering a more optimistic culture. ____________ About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach, known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email. Learn more at ClayScroggins.com About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International, where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, Beyond the Obvious . Learn more at AdamTarnow.com…
Bold Leadership Redefined: More Than Bravado Discover how bold leadership goes beyond bravado, focusing on subtle, impactful actions that truly inspire and drive change. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach , known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email . About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International , where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership .…
Jobs on the Rise: What the Fastest-Growing Roles Reveal About the Future of Work Join Clay and Adam as they unpack LinkedIn’s 'Jobs on the Rise 2025' report, exploring the fastest-growing careers in the U.S. and what they mean for the future of work. Here is a link to the article on LinkedIn . About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach , known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email . About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International , where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership .…
How to Learn From Your Year and Crush the Next The calendar has turned which means it's time to reflect on 2024 so you'll have an amazing 2025. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach , known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email . About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International , where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership .…
Lessons Learned: Our Top 3 Podcast Mistakes This Year It was a good year here at How to Lead , but it could have been better. In this episode Clay and Adam highlight three things they wish they had done better in 2024. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach , known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email . About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International , where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership .…
How to Stay Grounded While Traveling In follow-up to the Performance by Design episode, Adam and David Morrison discuss how to stay squared away while traveling. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach , known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email . About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International , where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership .…
The Most Underused Leadership Quote of All Time How's that for raising the bar? About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach , known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email . About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International , where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership .…
Performance by Design The key to better performance at work might be changing what you do when you are not at work. About Clay Scroggins: Clay Scroggins is a sought-after speaker and leadership coach , known for his practical and engaging approach to leadership. He is the author of three books, most notably How to Lead When You're Not In Charge . With a passion for helping leaders thrive in any environment, Clay brings valuable insights and real-world experience to this podcast and his weekly email . About Adam Tarnow: Adam Tarnow is a recovering CPA and now a partner at PeopleWorks International , where he heads up the Leadership Development Practice. He is the co-author of The Edge: How to Stand Out by Showing You're All In and shares his insights on leadership through his Substack, On Leadership .…
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