How to make a leader podcast

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A podcast on the frontier of leadership development

Hosted by Hannah Beaver

Every month, we interview notable authors and leaders in the learning and development community. These conversations explore the biggest ideas in leadership, management, and organizational growth.

Hosted by Big Think’s Hannah Beaver, How to Make a Leader  turns expert conversations into actionable episodes for leaders and L&D professionals. From developing leadership skills to inspiring continuous learning, get practical insights to build better leadership programs at your organization.

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Episodes

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How to build frontline leaders at technical organizations
From SpaceX to startups, Matt Gjertsen has spent 15 years turning technical specialists into effective managers. Here’s how he does it.
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Chloé Valdary, Ruchika T. Malhotra, La’Kita Williams
The case for DEI in 2025: How today’s leaders can build inclusive workplaces
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HTMAL Eric Grant
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