Lead the Way with Dering Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:33:42 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2309291 en-us © 2026 Lead the Way with Dering yes c4075073-1e8d-5976-988d-052569c7b842 Dering episodic false Conversations with executives, managers, and professionals leading the way in their organizations. Whether you’re a leader with decades of experience looking for a new angle or a new manager building skills such as delegation and performance management, Lead the Way will equip you with the practical tools and strategies you can use in your everyday work. From leadership and team development to strategy, change management, and training we’ll cover a range of topics necessary to succeed in the ever-changing business landscape.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Dering https://storage.buzzsprout.com/lqauvhk3vx7tor2etdhdcs56jjb2?.jpg Lead the Way with Dering EP5 - Paul Young and Tanya McCausland on Leadership Development EP5 - Paul Young and Tanya McCausland on Leadership Development In this episode of Lead the Way, Paul Young, President of Dering Consulting Group, sits down with Tanya McCausland, the CEO of Diamond 6 Leadership and Strategy, a core partner with Dering. Together they explore critical components of effective leadership development strategies including:  

  • Clearly defining the leadership and management capability areas needed. 
  • The core difference between training and development for leaders. 
  • Use of stories and shared experiences to explore and learn new concepts. 
  • The value of reflective practice. 
]]> In this episode of Lead the Way, Paul Young, President of Dering Consulting Group, sits down with Tanya McCausland, the CEO of Diamond 6 Leadership and Strategy, a core partner with Dering. Together they explore critical components of effective leadership development strategies including:  

  • Clearly defining the leadership and management capability areas needed. 
  • The core difference between training and development for leaders. 
  • Use of stories and shared experiences to explore and learn new concepts. 
  • The value of reflective practice. 
]]> Dering Buzzsprout-18068250 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0500 3616 full false EP4 – Paul Young and Chad Ruegsegger on Preparing, Implementing, and Sustaining Organizational Change EP4 – Paul Young and Chad Ruegsegger on Preparing, Implementing, and Sustaining Organizational Change In this episode of Lead the Way, Paul Young, President of Dering Consulting Group, sits down with senior consultant Chad Ruegsegger to explore the human side of the Prosci ADKAR model. They discuss why ADKAR’s focus on Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, and Reinforcement provides a clear roadmap for successful transformation, then unpack three essential phases: preparing for change, implementing thoughtfully, and sustaining momentum by keeping a pulse on the people involved.

]]> In this episode of Lead the Way, Paul Young, President of Dering Consulting Group, sits down with senior consultant Chad Ruegsegger to explore the human side of the Prosci ADKAR model. They discuss why ADKAR’s focus on Awareness, Desire, Knowledge, Ability, and Reinforcement provides a clear roadmap for successful transformation, then unpack three essential phases: preparing for change, implementing thoughtfully, and sustaining momentum by keeping a pulse on the people involved.

]]> Dering Buzzsprout-17873661 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400 2259 1 4 full false EP3 – Paul Young and Aaron Caulfield on Strategic Planning for Long-Term Organizational Success EP3 – Paul Young and Aaron Caulfield on Strategic Planning for Long-Term Organizational Success On this episode, Paul Young sits down with consultant Aaron Caulfield to explore the value of strategic planning. They break down Dering’s strategic planning process, highlight the foundational components of an effective plan, and share insights on how to implement and drive lasting change in your organization.

]]> On this episode, Paul Young sits down with consultant Aaron Caulfield to explore the value of strategic planning. They break down Dering’s strategic planning process, highlight the foundational components of an effective plan, and share insights on how to implement and drive lasting change in your organization.

]]> Dering Buzzsprout-17286229 Fri, 06 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400 2058 1 3 full false EP2 – Yvonne Aguayo and Steve Riccio on Top Five Leadership Skills EP2 – Yvonne Aguayo and Steve Riccio on Top Five Leadership Skills Yvonne Aguayo and Steve Riccio have worked with dozens of top leaders over the last decade. On this episode, they share their top five leadership skills they've seen exceptional executives and managers demonstrate.

Yvonne's Top Five Leadership Skills:

  1. Be a good person
  2. Be willing to check your ego
  3. Be in it for the right reasons
  4. Be willing to provide feedback
  5. Be strategic


Steve's Top Five Leadership Skills:

  1. Coach, don't fix
  2. Be purposeful
  3. Be calm
  4. Be transparent and communicate proactively
  5. Develop yourself and your people
]]> Yvonne Aguayo and Steve Riccio have worked with dozens of top leaders over the last decade. On this episode, they share their top five leadership skills they've seen exceptional executives and managers demonstrate.

Yvonne's Top Five Leadership Skills:

  1. Be a good person
  2. Be willing to check your ego
  3. Be in it for the right reasons
  4. Be willing to provide feedback
  5. Be strategic


Steve's Top Five Leadership Skills:

  1. Coach, don't fix
  2. Be purposeful
  3. Be calm
  4. Be transparent and communicate proactively
  5. Develop yourself and your people
]]> Dering Buzzsprout-14671963 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 18:00:00 -0400 3169 2 full false EP1 – Lead the Way with Dering Trailer EP1 – Lead the Way with Dering Trailer Welcome to Lead the Way with Dering, where we have conversations with executives, managers, and professionals who are leading the way in their organizations. 
This is the trailer episode of the podcast to let you know our plan, which is to bring you insights, guidance, and actionable steps that you can use to drive projects forward, as well as inspire and empower the people you work closely with—your coworkers, clients, business partners, and employees.
Whether you’re a leader with decades of experience looking for a new angle or a new manager building skills such as delegation and performance management, Lead the Way will equip you with the practical tools and strategies you can use in your everyday work.
From leadership and team development to strategy, change management, and training we’ll cover a range of topics necessary to succeed in the ever-changing business landscape.
We hope you’ll join us as you as we empower you to make a positive impact in your organization. So follow us wherever you get podcasts and engage with us as we embark on this journey.

]]> Welcome to Lead the Way with Dering, where we have conversations with executives, managers, and professionals who are leading the way in their organizations. 
This is the trailer episode of the podcast to let you know our plan, which is to bring you insights, guidance, and actionable steps that you can use to drive projects forward, as well as inspire and empower the people you work closely with—your coworkers, clients, business partners, and employees.
Whether you’re a leader with decades of experience looking for a new angle or a new manager building skills such as delegation and performance management, Lead the Way will equip you with the practical tools and strategies you can use in your everyday work.
From leadership and team development to strategy, change management, and training we’ll cover a range of topics necessary to succeed in the ever-changing business landscape.
We hope you’ll join us as you as we empower you to make a positive impact in your organization. So follow us wherever you get podcasts and engage with us as we embark on this journey.

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