In this episode, Bill Berthel and Ralph Simone engage in a thought-provoking conversation about the importance of human connection in leadership and business. They discuss the challenges of getting people on the phone, the impact of technology on communication, and…
What happens when capable, driven professionals choose not to step into leadership? In this thought-provoking conversation, Bill and Jeremiah explore the growing hesitation around management roles and unpack what’s really holding people back. More importantly, they offer practical ways organizations…
Imagination fuels creativity, adaptability, and possibility, especially in times of complexity and change. In this conversation, Bill and Ralph invite leaders to reconsider imagination not as a childish luxury, but as a vital leadership muscle. They explore how through reflective…
Listen as Bill and Ralph explore how effective leaders learn to read what is really happening inside their teams by paying attention to both what can be measured and what is being felt. Drawing a compelling parallel to the medical…
In this episode, Bill and Jeremiah explore the complex and often uncomfortable topic of ethics and morals in leadership, examining common ethical traps, the tension between policies and values, and the responsibility leaders carry in modeling ethical behavior. The conversation…
Succession planning is often misunderstood as a quiet replacement plan for top-level leadership. In this episode of Get Emergent, Bill and Jeremiah reframe it as a long-term, people-centered approach to talent development that builds clarity, trust, and readiness across an organization…
Strong team dynamics depend on more than talent. In this episode, Bill and Ralph break down the three elements that often determine how well a group actually works together. They explore how likability, personality awareness, and shared commitment to performance…
Leaders often forget that their role is less about being the center of attention and more about creating the conditions for others to shine. In this conversation, Bill and Ralph explore the mindset of hosting as a powerful expression of…
It’s a milestone moment for Get Emergent! Ralph shares the story behind his long-awaited new book, Slow Down to Go Faster. Hear how this simple mantra shaped Ralph’s life, his work with leaders, and his collaboration with his son to bring the…
As leaders, it’s sometimes easy to miss all the good that fuels our teams and ourselves. This Thanksgiving season, Bill and Jeremiah challenge us to make gratitude more than a once-a-year ritual. They share a simple, repeatable practice that helps…