Leadership Is Personal: Closing Thoughts and Lessons from Season Seven
Welcome to the season seven finale of Aim Higher! In this episode, host Skip Prichard reflects on the incredible journey of the past season, highlighting powerful stories and lessons learned from a diverse array of guests—from overcoming adversity and building resilience, to breaking old patterns and harnessing the human side of leadership, even as technology like AI transforms our world. You'll hear a recap of meaningful conversations around empathy, accountability, trust, and the everyday choices that define true leaders. As we close this chapter, Skip Prichard shares the key idea that leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room, but about the resonance and integrity of our actions. Get ready for inspiration, gratitude, and a look forward to new stories and new growth in the next season—join us as we continue striving to aim higher.
22 Dec 2025
Aim Higher Mailbag: More Insights from Your Leadership Questions
Welcome to another engaging episode of Aim Higher! In another mailbag edition, host Skip Prichard gathers an exceptional panel—Tammi Spayde, Rebekah Knipp, and Nic Grimes—to tackle real leadership questions sent in by listeners. This episode dives deep into some of the most pressing challenges faced by managers and professionals today, such as overcoming burnout, giving tough feedback without damaging relationships, finding the right balance between speed and accuracy, building confidence as a new manager, and navigating shifting priorities from senior leadership.
If you’ve ever found yourself searching for ways to motivate a fatigued team, struggling to deliver feedback constructively, or feeling overwhelmed by constant change, this episode is for you. Get ready to aim higher with stories, strategies, and thoughtful answers to your most meaningful questions.
15 Dec 2025
The Engagement Effect: Steve Spangler’s Secrets for Creating Lasting Impact
In this episode, host Skip Prichard sits down with the renowned science educator and entertainer, Steve Spangler, whose influence has reached millions through his engaging YouTube videos and memorable television appearances. But today, the spotlight is on something new: Steve Spangler's latest book, The Engagement Effect. Skip and Steve dive into what it means to truly engage people—whether in the classroom, the boardroom, or in everyday interactions.
From cultivating experiences that turn ordinary moments into unforgettable connections, to the lessons learned from years of teaching, performing magic, and leading a business, you'll hear stories and insights that reveal engagement as both an art and a science. Steve Spangler shares the real-life wisdom behind designing transformational experiences, the importance of feedback, and how leaders can avoid creating “lazy” or transactional interactions.
Whether you’re leading a team or hoping to make an impact in your daily life, this episode will inspire you to create genuine connections and bring out the best in those around you.
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