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The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Zenger Folkman Leadership

196 episodes

6 days ago

Using over 1.5 million assessments from leaders worldwide, renowned psychometrician Dr. Joseph Folkman and leadership legend Dr. Jack Zenger are here to settle the leadership debates and let the data speak for itself. Each week they analyze different leadership traits, trends, and what it really takes to get to the 90th percentile. These short episodes feature compelling stories, research, and actions that leaders can take to improve. Learn more at https://zengerfolkman.com/podcasts/.

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Using over 1.5 million assessments from leaders worldwide, renowned psychometrician Dr. Joseph Folkman and leadership legend Dr. Jack Zenger are here to settle the leadership debates and let the data speak for itself. Each week they analyze different leadership traits, trends, and what it really takes to get to the 90th percentile. These short episodes feature compelling stories, research, and actions that leaders can take to improve. Learn more at https://zengerfolkman.com/podcasts/.

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Entrepreneurship

Episodes (20/196)

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 177: Why Strengths-Based Development Outperforms Traditional Methods

Details Consider this episode your Strengths-Based Leadership 101. BreAnne and Joe revisit the foundation of Zenger Folkman’s entire leadership philosophy — the data-driven insight that extraordinary leaders are not well-rounded; they’re exceptional in a few distinctive areas that matter most. Drawing from over 100,000 leadership assessments, Joe explains why traditional development programs focused on fixing … Continued

3 weeks ago

18 minutes 21 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 176 Jotun: A Case Study in Extraordinary Leadership

Details In this special episode of The 90th Percentile, we unpack how Jotun—the Norway-based, family-owned paints and coatings company operating in 100+ countries—elevated leadership effectiveness using Zenger Folkman’s Extraordinary Leader program. Partnering with Arcadia Consulting, Jotun moved from a baseline well below industry average to outperforming peers, all by doubling down on a strengths-based approach … Continued

1 month ago

24 minutes 16 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 175: 7 Key Leadership Behaviors of the Most Effective Decision Makers

Details What separates the best decision-makers from the rest? In this episode, Joe Folkman shares research on nearly 16,000 leaders to reveal seven key qualities that enable effective decision-making. Discover why information overload slows decisions down, how to balance speed with quality, and the surprising link between decision-making effectiveness and employee engagement. If you’re struggling … Continued

1 month ago

18 minutes 45 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 174: Making Development Popular with Desert Financial Credit Union

Details In this episode of The 90th Percentile, we sit down with Kathleen Crenshaw and Christopher Bisgrove from Desert Financial Credit Union to explore how they are rethinking leadership development and investing in people. From building programs that reach leaders earlier in their careers to making learning opportunities more accessible, Desert Financial shares the principles … Continued

2 months ago

19 minutes 56 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 173: The Surprising Way Leadership Behaviors Go Viral at Work

Details What if great leadership could go viral? In this episode of The 90th Percentile Podcast, Dr. Jack Zenger joins BreAnne Okoren to explore how positive leadership behaviors—like openness, respect, and accountability—spread through organizations and transform cultures. Drawing on decades of research, Jack reveals why developing leaders at scale creates psychological safety, sparks innovation, and … Continued

2 months ago

17 minutes 34 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 172: Why Psychological Safety Matters More Than Ever

Details Psychological safety is not a new term anymore, but it has matured into a foundational leadership capability, much like communication or trust no longer a “nice to have,” but a critical driver of collaboration, retention, and innovation. Drawing on Amy Edmondson’s groundbreaking research and Zenger Folkman’s data from 18,000 employees, they unpack the eight leadership behaviors that … Continued

2 months ago

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 171: Memorable Leadership—10 Behaviors That Make Leaders Unforgettable

Details In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the results of a massive leadership study — over 63,000 assessments — to answer one key question: What makes certain leaders truly unforgettable? We’ll explore the 10 specific behaviors that set the most exceptional leaders apart, backed by real-world examples from sports, business, and history. Whether you work in … Continued

3 months ago

17 minutes 19 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 170: AI, Speed, and the Future of Thoughtful Work

Details In today’s episode of The 90th Percentile, we challenge one of the most persistent myths in modern work: that you must choose between speed and excellence. As AI accelerates productivity at lightning pace, many leaders are wondering—can humans keep up without compromising quality? Dr. Jack Zenger joins us to share groundbreaking research from over … Continued

3 months ago

12 minutes 1 second

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 169: 10 Leadership Behaviors That Set Great Teams Apart

Details In today’s episode, we’re unpacking new research from Zenger Folkman that reveals what truly separates high-performing teams from the rest. After analyzing 171 teams—many of which were struggling with negative customer feedback—we identified 10 key behaviors that predict whether a team will turn things around or stay stuck. If you’re leading teams or responsible … Continued

4 months ago

21 minutes 24 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 168: Well-Being Is a Business Strategy—Leadership Lessons from Druva

Details In this episode of The 90th Percentile, we explore why wellbeing programs are more than just perks—they are a leadership imperative. Shanna Goodell shares how Druva is shifting the narrative around employee wellness, embedding it into leadership development, and addressing real-life challenges like women’s health in the workplace. From building inclusive spaces to driving … Continued

4 months ago

22 minutes 25 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 167: Flexible, Focused, and Future-Ready—L&D at Wright Service Corp.

Details In this episode of The 90th Percentile, we sit down with Rose Christensen, Senior Learning & Development Leader at Wright Service Corp., to explore what it really takes to grow leaders across dispersed, specialized, and fast-growing teams. With over 6,000 employees spread across North America and roles ranging from field-based technicians to executives, Wright … Continued

5 months ago

21 minutes 55 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 166: Can AI Be Your Coach? The Promise and Peril of AI in Leadership Development

Details With pressure mounting on managers to coach more often and more effectively, can AI offer real help—or does it risk making coaching feel robotic? In this episode of The 90th Percentile, we talk with Mark Schaff, former Principal Learning Administrator at the Orange County Transportation Authority. Mark brings decades of coaching and leadership development … Continued

5 months ago

22 minutes 13 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 165: Stop Training Leaders Alone—The Case for Team Development

Details What if the biggest barrier to performance isn’t an individual leader—but the team itself? In this episode of The 90th Percentile, we speak with Paul Leboffe, longtime facilitator of Zenger Folkman’s Extraordinary Team experience. With 25+ years of business and legal expertise, Paul has helped teams uncover blind spots, strengthen trust, and dramatically improve … Continued

5 months ago

22 minutes 16 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 164: Control vs. Influence—What Today’s Leader’s Get Wrong

Details In this episode of The 90th Percentile, we explore the enduring relevance of a decades-old leadership theory that feels more urgent than ever. Joe Folkman joins us to revisit Control Graph Theory—first introduced in the 1960s—and shares new research from over 200 teams showing why the total amount of influence in an organization matters … Continued

6 months ago

15 minutes 30 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 163: Staying the Course—Why Core Leadership Skills Still Matter

Details In this episode of The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Bard Parnell, Senior Manager of Learning and Development at Mesa Labs, to talk about what really drives effective leadership—especially in a time of nonstop disruption. While many organizations are quick to chase the latest leadership trends, Bard shares why … Continued

6 months ago

22 minutes 26 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 162: Building Resilient Leaders: Lessons from Core & Main

Details In this episode, we’re diving into resilience—a critical skill for today’s leaders—with Evelyn Swanson, Vice President of Learning and Organizational Development at Core & Main. As a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain, and fire protection products, Core & Main has declared this year the “Year of the Resilient Leader.” Evelyn shares valuable … Continued

6 months ago

21 minutes 39 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 161: Then and Now—How the Pandemic Boosted Leadership Effectiveness

Details When the pandemic hit, many expected a decline in leadership effectiveness due to burnout, isolation, and crisis fatigue. However, surprising research from Zenger Folkman revealed just the opposite: leaders didn’t deteriorate under pressure—they improved. In this insightful episode, Joe Folkman shares compelling data showing how the challenges of COVID-19 transformed leaders worldwide, enhancing their … Continued

7 months ago

17 minutes 54 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 160: Using Neuroscience to Make Feedback Work with David Rock

Details Research shows that both giving and receiving feedback triggers stress responses similar to physical threats—but understanding these brain mechanisms can help us build better feedback cultures. Our guest today is Dr. David Rock, who coined the term “neuroleadership” and serves as Co-founder and CEO of the NeuroLeadership Institute. This 23-year-old cognitive science consultancy has … Continued

7 months ago

27 minutes 49 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 159: Is One Leadership Style Better Than Others?

Details In this episode, we’ll explore four distinct leadership styles—the Expert, the Connector, the Driver, and the Strategist—and reveal surprising findings about which approach yields the best results. We’ll also connect Joe’s research to Daniel Goleman’s six leadership styles featured in last year’s popular Harvard Business Review article, giving you practical insights on how to … Continued

8 months ago

16 minutes 45 seconds

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Episode 158: 5 Ways to Build a High-Performance Team

Details Building a high-performance team isn’t just about hiring the right people—it’s about leading them in the right way. In this episode of The 90th Percentile, we sit down with leadership expert Jack Zenger to uncover five key behaviors that separate exceptional teams from dysfunctional ones. Based on research from over 66,000 respondents, Jack shares … Continued

8 months ago

18 minutes 11 seconds