Executive Hustle Podcast with Kirsten Yurich Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:28:35 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2340659 en-us © 2026 Executive Hustle Podcast with Kirsten Yurich yes 3d2319fa-5ec1-5ec9-8f9b-1c6c74390807 Kirsten Yurich episodic false The struggle is real.   Busy executives strive to do their best, be their best, and leave something left for "Act II" when they get home. 

This is the podcast explores the experiences and life journeys of local leaders. Each episode explores a facet of life, leadership, or learning in such a way that everyone listening walks away with at least one actionable way to level up their life.  

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Kirsten Yurich https://storage.buzzsprout.com/05srwg0lrv6a8aajjjm2tsskqibn?.jpg Executive Hustle Podcast with Kirsten Yurich From the Body Blocker to Building Foundations with Carrie Traeger From the Body Blocker to Building Foundations with Carrie Traeger In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Carrie Traeger and Kirsten dive deep into Carrie's long and successful career. Carrie has a gravatas that any person or team who knows her, benefits from. Carrie spent her early career as a body blocker. CFO of RDG Companies, 30+ years in one company, she thought loving her team meant standing in front of every hit coming their way. The hardest lesson of her career was learning to move aside. In this conversation, Carrie traces the shift from saving her people to letting them thrive, what 10 years on a local school board taught her about patience, why an ESOP is a leadership decision before it's a financial one. 

A final treasure is hidden in the story of how her Rosie the Riveter grandmother still shapes the way she leads today.

More gems in this episode, Carrie and Kirsten explore:

·      Dreams need foundations. A Thoreau quote from her valedictorian speech became the through-line of Carrie's career and her parenting. Dreaming is the easy part. The work underneath is what makes it real. 

·      Surround yourself with people who are better than you in their area of expertise and let them be better. Young leaders try to be the smartest in the room. Mature leaders build rooms full of smarter people. 

·      Local government moves slowly. Change in a school district requires patience in a way private business does not. Find out what Carrie uses to remember this lesson.

·      Teachers are heroes with responsibility and no authority. They sit alongside air traffic controllers and nurses as the most stressed roles in society, and we dismiss them with "but they have summers off." 

·      No one has expert status on people or technology. After three decades, Carrie still calls herself a novice in both. That humility is a feature, not a bug.

 

Carrie Traeger BIO: Carrie Traeger is the Chief Financial Officer of RDG Companies, a Central Pennsylvania real estate development and property management firm with nearly 300 employee owners and more than 6.5 million square feet under management. She has spent 31 years inside one company, growing from staff accountant into a CFO seat that oversees Corporate Accounting, IT, HR, Payroll, and Support Staff. A two-time Penn State graduate with a B.S. in Accounting and an MBA, Carrie has served the community in many ways.  She spent 10 years on the South Eastern School District Board of Directors. She lives in near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania with her husband Paul and has two thriving adult children. Carrie recently took up painting and enjoys spending time in her new home library.

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Carrie Traeger and Kirsten dive deep into Carrie's long and successful career. Carrie has a gravatas that any person or team who knows her, benefits from. Carrie spent her early career as a body blocker. CFO of RDG Companies, 30+ years in one company, she thought loving her team meant standing in front of every hit coming their way. The hardest lesson of her career was learning to move aside. In this conversation, Carrie traces the shift from saving her people to letting them thrive, what 10 years on a local school board taught her about patience, why an ESOP is a leadership decision before it's a financial one. 

A final treasure is hidden in the story of how her Rosie the Riveter grandmother still shapes the way she leads today.

More gems in this episode, Carrie and Kirsten explore:

·      Dreams need foundations. A Thoreau quote from her valedictorian speech became the through-line of Carrie's career and her parenting. Dreaming is the easy part. The work underneath is what makes it real. 

·      Surround yourself with people who are better than you in their area of expertise and let them be better. Young leaders try to be the smartest in the room. Mature leaders build rooms full of smarter people. 

·      Local government moves slowly. Change in a school district requires patience in a way private business does not. Find out what Carrie uses to remember this lesson.

·      Teachers are heroes with responsibility and no authority. They sit alongside air traffic controllers and nurses as the most stressed roles in society, and we dismiss them with "but they have summers off." 

·      No one has expert status on people or technology. After three decades, Carrie still calls herself a novice in both. That humility is a feature, not a bug.

 

Carrie Traeger BIO: Carrie Traeger is the Chief Financial Officer of RDG Companies, a Central Pennsylvania real estate development and property management firm with nearly 300 employee owners and more than 6.5 million square feet under management. She has spent 31 years inside one company, growing from staff accountant into a CFO seat that oversees Corporate Accounting, IT, HR, Payroll, and Support Staff. A two-time Penn State graduate with a B.S. in Accounting and an MBA, Carrie has served the community in many ways.  She spent 10 years on the South Eastern School District Board of Directors. She lives in near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania with her husband Paul and has two thriving adult children. Carrie recently took up painting and enjoys spending time in her new home library.

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-19082691 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 2428 2 9 full false Stop Being Indispensable, Start Being Effective. With Rebecca Richwine Stop Being Indispensable, Start Being Effective. With Rebecca Richwine In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Rebecca Richwine and Kirsten cover life, leadership, the unexpected and everything in between. Becki Richwine spent 20 years learning that over-functioning isn't leadership. As SVP of Operations at Merakey, she scaled children's services across six states and 800+ employees, but her biggest growth came when she stopped trying to control everything and started building teams she could trust. When her own teen son struggled to find mental health support, she channeled that pain into True Self Therapy, a virtual platform now serving teens and young adults across Pennsylvania. Her advice to leaders: delegate earlier, distribute pressure intentionally, embrace failure as fuel, and remember that being indispensable will only take you so far. 

For the rest of her journey, advice, and impact tune in for the full conversation. 


Rebecca’s BIO: Rebecca “Becki” Richwine is the Senior Vice President of Children & Family Services at Merakey, where she oversees program operations and leads clinical and business development. She joined Merakey in 2007 and has held multiple leadership roles, helping expand and improve services for children and families. Becki holds a BA in Psychology and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology with a focus on behavioral and social-emotional disorders, and has over 20 years of experience in human services.

 

For more info on Rebecca and Merakey:

LinkedIn

Website

TrueSelf Therapy

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Rebecca Richwine and Kirsten cover life, leadership, the unexpected and everything in between. Becki Richwine spent 20 years learning that over-functioning isn't leadership. As SVP of Operations at Merakey, she scaled children's services across six states and 800+ employees, but her biggest growth came when she stopped trying to control everything and started building teams she could trust. When her own teen son struggled to find mental health support, she channeled that pain into True Self Therapy, a virtual platform now serving teens and young adults across Pennsylvania. Her advice to leaders: delegate earlier, distribute pressure intentionally, embrace failure as fuel, and remember that being indispensable will only take you so far. 

For the rest of her journey, advice, and impact tune in for the full conversation. 


Rebecca’s BIO: Rebecca “Becki” Richwine is the Senior Vice President of Children & Family Services at Merakey, where she oversees program operations and leads clinical and business development. She joined Merakey in 2007 and has held multiple leadership roles, helping expand and improve services for children and families. Becki holds a BA in Psychology and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology with a focus on behavioral and social-emotional disorders, and has over 20 years of experience in human services.

 

For more info on Rebecca and Merakey:

LinkedIn

Website

TrueSelf Therapy

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-18752131 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2675 2 8 full false “Clear Is Kind: What a Cell Phone Ban Can Teaches Us About Policy Implementation:” A Superintendent’s Journey with Stacy Winslow “Clear Is Kind: What a Cell Phone Ban Can Teaches Us About Policy Implementation:” A Superintendent’s Journey with Stacy Winslow SUMMARY: 

In this episode, Kirsten interviews Stacy Winslow, Superintendent of Derry Township School District. She shares her journey from a seven-year-old who knew she'd be a life-long teacher to leading one of Pennsylvania's most innovative districts. She opens up about stepping into the superintendent role just months after COVID shut everything down, why she implemented one of the area's first cell phone bans, and how her team uses data and the "five-person rule" to separate noise from real concerns. The conversation covers belonging, transformation, and the courage it takes to make unpopular-but-right decisions.

 

Derry Township was one of the first districts in the region to implement a bell-to-bell cell phone ban, which she calls a game-changer for student engagement.

 Stacy led the district through and out of COVID, successfully.

Stacy shares, "Everything's a season. And you have to take care of yourself in the season because there's going to be stuff on the other side of it."

  

The conversation highlights some important lessons for leaders, including: 

·      Frameworks let you innovate within constraints. You don't have to blow up the system to transform it.

·      Remember that every hard season has another side. Take care of yourself in the season, not after.

·      Be courageous, not fearless. Fear is fine. Do the right thing anyway.

·      Don't let people live rent free in your head. Easier said than done—but essential for longevity.

·      Triangulate your data. Don't trust one survey or one source. Look for patterns across multiple inputs before acting. 

·      You cannot over-communicate. Say it until they mock how you say it. That's when it's starting to land.

·      Your kid's life unfolds in chapters. One hard chapter doesn't make a bad book. Help them title it and move on to the next one.

 

Stacy Winslow BIO: 

 

Dr. Stacy Winslow is the Superintendent of schools for Derry Township School District. The 2024-25 school year is the start of her 4th year in this role and her 12th year in the district. She has 32 years of experience in education, with 14 of these years serving as an administrator. Dr. Winslow began her career as a social studies teacher at Manheim Township School District where she taught in grades 7-12 and a multitude of subjects throughout her 19 years in the classroom. Dr. Winslow has a passion for curriculum and building strong systems in schools that allow all students to have opportunity for rigorous coursework and instruction. She has worked to ensure that professional learning is an integral part of the districts she has served to ensure that adult learning remains innovative and continuous, thus enhancing student learning. Dr. Winslow earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Studies Education from Elizabethtown College, a Master’s Degree in Teaching and Learning from Penn State University and her Doctoral in Educational Leadership from Immaculata University. 

As the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Winslow is dedicated to providing the highest quality of education, promoting innovation, and remaining fiscally responsible to the community she serves. 

Dr. Winslow is happily married and the proud mother of two adult daughters. She enjoys time in nature, hiking and biking, reading

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> SUMMARY: 

In this episode, Kirsten interviews Stacy Winslow, Superintendent of Derry Township School District. She shares her journey from a seven-year-old who knew she'd be a life-long teacher to leading one of Pennsylvania's most innovative districts. She opens up about stepping into the superintendent role just months after COVID shut everything down, why she implemented one of the area's first cell phone bans, and how her team uses data and the "five-person rule" to separate noise from real concerns. The conversation covers belonging, transformation, and the courage it takes to make unpopular-but-right decisions.

 

Derry Township was one of the first districts in the region to implement a bell-to-bell cell phone ban, which she calls a game-changer for student engagement.

 Stacy led the district through and out of COVID, successfully.

Stacy shares, "Everything's a season. And you have to take care of yourself in the season because there's going to be stuff on the other side of it."

  

The conversation highlights some important lessons for leaders, including: 

·      Frameworks let you innovate within constraints. You don't have to blow up the system to transform it.

·      Remember that every hard season has another side. Take care of yourself in the season, not after.

·      Be courageous, not fearless. Fear is fine. Do the right thing anyway.

·      Don't let people live rent free in your head. Easier said than done—but essential for longevity.

·      Triangulate your data. Don't trust one survey or one source. Look for patterns across multiple inputs before acting. 

·      You cannot over-communicate. Say it until they mock how you say it. That's when it's starting to land.

·      Your kid's life unfolds in chapters. One hard chapter doesn't make a bad book. Help them title it and move on to the next one.

 

Stacy Winslow BIO: 

 

Dr. Stacy Winslow is the Superintendent of schools for Derry Township School District. The 2024-25 school year is the start of her 4th year in this role and her 12th year in the district. She has 32 years of experience in education, with 14 of these years serving as an administrator. Dr. Winslow began her career as a social studies teacher at Manheim Township School District where she taught in grades 7-12 and a multitude of subjects throughout her 19 years in the classroom. Dr. Winslow has a passion for curriculum and building strong systems in schools that allow all students to have opportunity for rigorous coursework and instruction. She has worked to ensure that professional learning is an integral part of the districts she has served to ensure that adult learning remains innovative and continuous, thus enhancing student learning. Dr. Winslow earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Studies Education from Elizabethtown College, a Master’s Degree in Teaching and Learning from Penn State University and her Doctoral in Educational Leadership from Immaculata University. 

As the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Winslow is dedicated to providing the highest quality of education, promoting innovation, and remaining fiscally responsible to the community she serves. 

Dr. Winslow is happily married and the proud mother of two adult daughters. She enjoys time in nature, hiking and biking, reading

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-18454684 Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 2772 2 7 full false Leading Others: The 3rd Simple Thing Successful Leaders Do Well. Leading Others: The 3rd Simple Thing Successful Leaders Do Well. In the final installment of this 3-part series "Master These Three Things to Be a Successful Leader," we tackle the leadership paradox that stops most executives cold: You got here by DOING, but your next chapter is about BEING.  It is your being that is the key to leading others well.

Discover the three vital levers that transform a group of individuals into an unstoppable team - and why your 11-year-old should understand your mission statement.

A few things we unpack in this Bonus - solo episode: 

  • Clarity: Because ambiguity and alignment cannot co-exist (and confused people always underperform)
  • It's you or the system (rarely the people): Your broken system is producing broken results - it's the system 9 times out of 10, not your people
  • Be Unsexy: The least sexy but most effective CEO move: institutionalizing weekly excellence cadences

This and more - don't listen without a notebook nearby!

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In the final installment of this 3-part series "Master These Three Things to Be a Successful Leader," we tackle the leadership paradox that stops most executives cold: You got here by DOING, but your next chapter is about BEING.  It is your being that is the key to leading others well.

Discover the three vital levers that transform a group of individuals into an unstoppable team - and why your 11-year-old should understand your mission statement.

A few things we unpack in this Bonus - solo episode: 

  • Clarity: Because ambiguity and alignment cannot co-exist (and confused people always underperform)
  • It's you or the system (rarely the people): Your broken system is producing broken results - it's the system 9 times out of 10, not your people
  • Be Unsexy: The least sexy but most effective CEO move: institutionalizing weekly excellence cadences

This and more - don't listen without a notebook nearby!

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-18191308 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0500 1292 2 6 bonus false “We Transform Lives, We Don't Fix People:” An Interview with Mary Quinn “We Transform Lives, We Don't Fix People:” An Interview with Mary Quinn SUMMARY: 

In this episode, Kirsten interviews Mary Quinn, President and CEO of YWCA Greater Harrisburg. Mary shares her journey from government relations to leading an $8 million nonprofit serving 10,000 individuals annually. This powerful conversation explores the evolution of her leadership philosophy through personal tragedy, the difference between seeking feedback versus consensus, and how to maintain mission clarity while addressing complex social issues like human trafficking and domestic violence in our communities.

 

The conversation highlights some important lessons for leaders, including: 

·      The journey to soliciting feedback vs needing consensus 

·      Strength through tragedy

·      Staying one layer removed helps leaders lead effectively without being consumed

·      Finding your truth north within a broader mission

 

Mary Quinn BIO: 

Mary Quinn is the President and CEO of the YWCA Greater Harrisburg, a 24/7 essential service provider that reaches more than 30,000 individuals each year. In this role, she leads with purpose-driven vision, ensuring the organization delivers high-quality programs while maintaining strong fiscal stewardship.

As the YWCA’s primary spokesperson, Mary represents the organization to the community, board of directors, major donors, and YWCA USA. She oversees strategic planning, organizational operations, and financial management, guiding the YWCA’s mission to create lasting impact in the region.

Mary was named to Central Penn Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 in 2018 and recognized as one of Harrisburg Magazine’s Top Rising Leaders in 2015. She holds a Master of Public Administration and a graduate-level certification in Leadership and Human Resource Management from Penn State University.

Originally from Michigan, Mary has called Harrisburg home for more than 25 years.

For more info on Mary and the YWCA:

Linked In

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> SUMMARY: 

In this episode, Kirsten interviews Mary Quinn, President and CEO of YWCA Greater Harrisburg. Mary shares her journey from government relations to leading an $8 million nonprofit serving 10,000 individuals annually. This powerful conversation explores the evolution of her leadership philosophy through personal tragedy, the difference between seeking feedback versus consensus, and how to maintain mission clarity while addressing complex social issues like human trafficking and domestic violence in our communities.

 

The conversation highlights some important lessons for leaders, including: 

·      The journey to soliciting feedback vs needing consensus 

·      Strength through tragedy

·      Staying one layer removed helps leaders lead effectively without being consumed

·      Finding your truth north within a broader mission

 

Mary Quinn BIO: 

Mary Quinn is the President and CEO of the YWCA Greater Harrisburg, a 24/7 essential service provider that reaches more than 30,000 individuals each year. In this role, she leads with purpose-driven vision, ensuring the organization delivers high-quality programs while maintaining strong fiscal stewardship.

As the YWCA’s primary spokesperson, Mary represents the organization to the community, board of directors, major donors, and YWCA USA. She oversees strategic planning, organizational operations, and financial management, guiding the YWCA’s mission to create lasting impact in the region.

Mary was named to Central Penn Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 in 2018 and recognized as one of Harrisburg Magazine’s Top Rising Leaders in 2015. She holds a Master of Public Administration and a graduate-level certification in Leadership and Human Resource Management from Penn State University.

Originally from Michigan, Mary has called Harrisburg home for more than 25 years.

For more info on Mary and the YWCA:

Linked In

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-18066478 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 3010 2 5 full false From Radio Waves to Leadership Stages: The Power of Raising Your Hand with Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams From Radio Waves to Leadership Stages: The Power of Raising Your Hand with Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams In this episode, Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, President and CEO of Central Penn College and Kirsten, discuss Linda's remarkable journey from radio personality "Lynn Kelly" to leading a $19 million educational institution forging a new path in today’s changing secondary education landscape. This conversation explores the intersection of motherhood and executive leadership, the power of vulnerability in building authentic partnerships, and practical strategies for navigating the executive hustle while maintaining work-life integration.

Listen as we dive deeper into the following: 

1. Raise Your Hand and Stay Open to Opportunities – a means to getting to the top.

2. Most Leadership Stress is Self-Imposed – the path inward is the longest.

3. Ask for Help and Integrate, Don't Separate – the narratives that hold us back.

4. Vulnerability Creates Connection, Not Weakness – use this as a superpower.

5. No One Tells Your Story Better Than You – a lesson every leader must learn.

 

Dr. Fedrizzi-Williams BIO: 

Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams became Central Penn College’s 10th president in June 2018, bringing with her a renewed vitality and commitment to excellence. Dr. Fedrizzi-Williams has focused on improving the student learning experience inside and outside the classroom. Dr. Fedrizzi-Williams artfully navigated the COVID-19 pandemic and strengthened the college's financial position despite a universally challenging time for higher education. She also developed innovative new programs and certificates to help meet local workforce needs. Dr. Fedrizzi-Willliams addressed systemic concerns about college affordability by having Central Penn College pioneer a free housing scholarship to students in good academic and judicial standing. Dr. Fedrizzi was named one of the “Top 20 Leaders in Career Education” by the national Career Education Review in 2022 and was one of three people to receive the Top People Changing Career Education Award in September 2025. She was honored as one of the region's “Power 100” by Central Penn Business Journal in 2023, 2024, and 2025, she serves on the boards of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber, the Presidents’ Advisory Board for the United States Collegiate Athletic Association, and Career Education Colleges and Universities Legislative Committee, and she was chosen as a 2021 recipient of the “Woman of Influence Award” from Central Penn Business Journal. Dr. Fedrizzi earned a Doctor of Education from Benedictine University, a Master of Arts in Organizational Communication and a Bachelors of Arts in Communication from Marist College, and an associate of arts from SUNY Orange. Dr. Fedrizzi is married to Glen Williams, and they have two sons, Jake, 17 and Luke 15, and a spoiled Weimaraner named Oakley.

For more info on Linda:

Linked In

Website

OfficeOfThePresident@centralpenn.edu 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode, Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams, President and CEO of Central Penn College and Kirsten, discuss Linda's remarkable journey from radio personality "Lynn Kelly" to leading a $19 million educational institution forging a new path in today’s changing secondary education landscape. This conversation explores the intersection of motherhood and executive leadership, the power of vulnerability in building authentic partnerships, and practical strategies for navigating the executive hustle while maintaining work-life integration.

Listen as we dive deeper into the following: 

1. Raise Your Hand and Stay Open to Opportunities – a means to getting to the top.

2. Most Leadership Stress is Self-Imposed – the path inward is the longest.

3. Ask for Help and Integrate, Don't Separate – the narratives that hold us back.

4. Vulnerability Creates Connection, Not Weakness – use this as a superpower.

5. No One Tells Your Story Better Than You – a lesson every leader must learn.

 

Dr. Fedrizzi-Williams BIO: 

Dr. Linda Fedrizzi-Williams became Central Penn College’s 10th president in June 2018, bringing with her a renewed vitality and commitment to excellence. Dr. Fedrizzi-Williams has focused on improving the student learning experience inside and outside the classroom. Dr. Fedrizzi-Williams artfully navigated the COVID-19 pandemic and strengthened the college's financial position despite a universally challenging time for higher education. She also developed innovative new programs and certificates to help meet local workforce needs. Dr. Fedrizzi-Willliams addressed systemic concerns about college affordability by having Central Penn College pioneer a free housing scholarship to students in good academic and judicial standing. Dr. Fedrizzi was named one of the “Top 20 Leaders in Career Education” by the national Career Education Review in 2022 and was one of three people to receive the Top People Changing Career Education Award in September 2025. She was honored as one of the region's “Power 100” by Central Penn Business Journal in 2023, 2024, and 2025, she serves on the boards of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber, the Presidents’ Advisory Board for the United States Collegiate Athletic Association, and Career Education Colleges and Universities Legislative Committee, and she was chosen as a 2021 recipient of the “Woman of Influence Award” from Central Penn Business Journal. Dr. Fedrizzi earned a Doctor of Education from Benedictine University, a Master of Arts in Organizational Communication and a Bachelors of Arts in Communication from Marist College, and an associate of arts from SUNY Orange. Dr. Fedrizzi is married to Glen Williams, and they have two sons, Jake, 17 and Luke 15, and a spoiled Weimaraner named Oakley.

For more info on Linda:

Linked In

Website

OfficeOfThePresident@centralpenn.edu 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-17988326 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400 2508 2 4 full false Why being the "nice guy" leader isn't enough—How to master the systems and processes that drive real business impact. Why being the "nice guy" leader isn't enough—How to master the systems and processes that drive real business impact. Senior leaders don't fail from lack of effort—they fail from building weak systems and tracking the wrong results. This episode breaks down the essential domain of "leading things" and reveals why your ability to harness systems and processes determines whether you (and your organization) will thrive or just survive.

Part of the essential 3-domain leadership framework: Leading Yourself, Leading Teams, and Leading Things.

Key Takeaways:

  • Get ruthlessly clear on what winning looks like — Not generic KPIs, but precise, business-critical outcomes that everyone can understand and rally behind
  • Design systems so simple they actually get used — The strongest systems succeed through radical simplicity, not complexity. Make performance visual, public, and trackable
  • Practice real accountability starting with yourself — Before pointing fingers when things go wrong, ask "How did I set my team up for success?" True accountability begins with leadership ownership
  • Focus on people, process, and product — When you nail these three fundamentals, the profits take care of themselves


For more on "CUJO" and Debrief to Win: 

https://robertteschner.com/ 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Senior leaders don't fail from lack of effort—they fail from building weak systems and tracking the wrong results. This episode breaks down the essential domain of "leading things" and reveals why your ability to harness systems and processes determines whether you (and your organization) will thrive or just survive.

Part of the essential 3-domain leadership framework: Leading Yourself, Leading Teams, and Leading Things.

Key Takeaways:

  • Get ruthlessly clear on what winning looks like — Not generic KPIs, but precise, business-critical outcomes that everyone can understand and rally behind
  • Design systems so simple they actually get used — The strongest systems succeed through radical simplicity, not complexity. Make performance visual, public, and trackable
  • Practice real accountability starting with yourself — Before pointing fingers when things go wrong, ask "How did I set my team up for success?" True accountability begins with leadership ownership
  • Focus on people, process, and product — When you nail these three fundamentals, the profits take care of themselves


For more on "CUJO" and Debrief to Win: 

https://robertteschner.com/ 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-17833016 Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400 1021 2 3 bonus false Why Healthy Teams Actually Look Dysfunctional with Matt Foss Why Healthy Teams Actually Look Dysfunctional with Matt Foss In this episode, Matt and Kirsten dive deep into the lessons of failure, what culture really mean, conflict on a leadership team, and a refreshing definition of alignment. Matt Foss transforms leaders and teams using the EOS framework. From a multi-generational "business family" and a not so hot football record, Matt discovered that losing seasons teach resilience better than victories. 

As founder-turned-CEO-turned-coach, he advocates for "belief before motivation;" demanding clarity on what leaders truly want, versus what they tell their teams. His breakthrough: alignment isn't consensus—it's the courage to say no or fully commit. Matt's 'Nike meeting revelation' revealed that healthy teams appear dysfunctional from outside and they are not always pretty! 

He shares his three-step process that moves teams from surface-level meetings to transformational conflict, through trust-based vulnerability.

A must listen episode for moving your leadership team from good to great!

 

Matt Foss BIO: 

Matt Foss is a Certified EOS Implementer® who helps entrepreneurial leadership teams gain clarity, alignment, and traction in their businesses. Drawing from his experience as a former Division I football captain, owner of two companies, and CEO of a private equity-backed business, Matt intimately understands the challenges leaders face. After successfully leading a company to a 7X multiple sale, he now dedicates his expertise to helping organizations implement the Entrepreneurial Operating System® through his consulting practice. Matt combines his athletic discipline with business acumen to guide teams through difficult conversations and strategic transformations, focusing on what he calls Vision, Traction, and Healthy—the three essential elements for sustainable business success. He also serves as President of the Board for the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet.

 

For more info on Matt:

Linked In

Website


KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode, Matt and Kirsten dive deep into the lessons of failure, what culture really mean, conflict on a leadership team, and a refreshing definition of alignment. Matt Foss transforms leaders and teams using the EOS framework. From a multi-generational "business family" and a not so hot football record, Matt discovered that losing seasons teach resilience better than victories. 

As founder-turned-CEO-turned-coach, he advocates for "belief before motivation;" demanding clarity on what leaders truly want, versus what they tell their teams. His breakthrough: alignment isn't consensus—it's the courage to say no or fully commit. Matt's 'Nike meeting revelation' revealed that healthy teams appear dysfunctional from outside and they are not always pretty! 

He shares his three-step process that moves teams from surface-level meetings to transformational conflict, through trust-based vulnerability.

A must listen episode for moving your leadership team from good to great!

 

Matt Foss BIO: 

Matt Foss is a Certified EOS Implementer® who helps entrepreneurial leadership teams gain clarity, alignment, and traction in their businesses. Drawing from his experience as a former Division I football captain, owner of two companies, and CEO of a private equity-backed business, Matt intimately understands the challenges leaders face. After successfully leading a company to a 7X multiple sale, he now dedicates his expertise to helping organizations implement the Entrepreneurial Operating System® through his consulting practice. Matt combines his athletic discipline with business acumen to guide teams through difficult conversations and strategic transformations, focusing on what he calls Vision, Traction, and Healthy—the three essential elements for sustainable business success. He also serves as President of the Board for the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet.

 

For more info on Matt:

Linked In

Website


KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-17715701 Fri, 22 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0400 2365 2 2 full false Dinosaur or Darwin: the Adapt or Die Paradox - with CEO Troy Peters Dinosaur or Darwin: the Adapt or Die Paradox - with CEO Troy Peters Welcome to Season Two!

In this first episode, Troy Peters, CEO of 152-year-old Jonestown Bank & Trust, shares with Kirsten how a community bank maintains relevance through authentic culture and long-term thinking. In an era where big business appears to dominate and private equity tries to consolidate the ‘little guy,’ Troy and JBT offer an alternative that capitalizes on the strength of the community. 

 

Starting as a summer teller, Troy learned banking wasn't just about "hushed tones and marble" but building relationships. JBT's "Bank on a Smile" tagline evolved into core values (SMILE: Sincere, Memorable, Integrity, Leadership, Expertise) created by employees, not executives – a proven process for success. Troy offers lessons that translate from the  

 

Using the Four Disciplines of Execution, their wildly important goal is "inspiring confidence" across all stakeholders. Troy emphasizes community banking's vital role—making 60% of small business loans—while warning about cryptocurrency's threat to traditional lending that powers American entrepreneurship.


Troy Peters BIO: 

Troy Peters, President and CEO of Jonestown Bank & Trust Co., a financial institution with a remarkable 150-year legacy in central Pennsylvania. With over 19 years at JBT and 13 years in his current leadership role, Troy has guided the bank through significant transformation while maintaining its deep community roots. Prior to JBT, Troy held leadership positions at PNC, Mellon Bank, and the Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers. Outside of work Troy coaches’ baseball and is retired from competing in triathlons.

 

For more info on Troy:

Linked In

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Welcome to Season Two!

In this first episode, Troy Peters, CEO of 152-year-old Jonestown Bank & Trust, shares with Kirsten how a community bank maintains relevance through authentic culture and long-term thinking. In an era where big business appears to dominate and private equity tries to consolidate the ‘little guy,’ Troy and JBT offer an alternative that capitalizes on the strength of the community. 

 

Starting as a summer teller, Troy learned banking wasn't just about "hushed tones and marble" but building relationships. JBT's "Bank on a Smile" tagline evolved into core values (SMILE: Sincere, Memorable, Integrity, Leadership, Expertise) created by employees, not executives – a proven process for success. Troy offers lessons that translate from the  

 

Using the Four Disciplines of Execution, their wildly important goal is "inspiring confidence" across all stakeholders. Troy emphasizes community banking's vital role—making 60% of small business loans—while warning about cryptocurrency's threat to traditional lending that powers American entrepreneurship.


Troy Peters BIO: 

Troy Peters, President and CEO of Jonestown Bank & Trust Co., a financial institution with a remarkable 150-year legacy in central Pennsylvania. With over 19 years at JBT and 13 years in his current leadership role, Troy has guided the bank through significant transformation while maintaining its deep community roots. Prior to JBT, Troy held leadership positions at PNC, Mellon Bank, and the Pennsylvania Association of Community Bankers. Outside of work Troy coaches’ baseball and is retired from competing in triathlons.

 

For more info on Troy:

Linked In

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-17625001 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2608 2 1 full false Celebrating ONE YEAR of the Executive Hustle! Celebrating ONE YEAR of the Executive Hustle! In this Year in Review episode the special moments, conversations, stories, and highlights of the past year are shared. 

This first year of the Executive Hustle has provided our listening community with many relatable stories of success, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence. 

Weaved through our guests' stories are the values of curiosity, vulnerability, and ownership. Each story shares actionable insights that are designed to support listeners in Living Well, Leading Well, and Learning Well in business and life. 

To every guest who shared their story, their struggles, and their wisdom: thank you. 

To our listeners who've been on this journey with us: thank you for your curiosity, for pushing us to ask better questions, and for applying these insights in your own leadership contexts.

The executive hustle continues. The question isn't whether you'll face challenges—it's how you'll choose to grow through them. 

Here's to another year of leading well, living well, and learning well together.

What leadership lesson from this year resonates most with you? I'd love to hear how these conversations have influenced your own leadership journey. Connect with me and let's continue the conversation.


KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this Year in Review episode the special moments, conversations, stories, and highlights of the past year are shared. 

This first year of the Executive Hustle has provided our listening community with many relatable stories of success, resilience, and the pursuit of excellence. 

Weaved through our guests' stories are the values of curiosity, vulnerability, and ownership. Each story shares actionable insights that are designed to support listeners in Living Well, Leading Well, and Learning Well in business and life. 

To every guest who shared their story, their struggles, and their wisdom: thank you. 

To our listeners who've been on this journey with us: thank you for your curiosity, for pushing us to ask better questions, and for applying these insights in your own leadership contexts.

The executive hustle continues. The question isn't whether you'll face challenges—it's how you'll choose to grow through them. 

Here's to another year of leading well, living well, and learning well together.

What leadership lesson from this year resonates most with you? I'd love to hear how these conversations have influenced your own leadership journey. Connect with me and let's continue the conversation.


KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-17409294 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0400 1422 full false REVISITED: We Fix Your Healthcare with Justin Leader, Founder and CEO of BenefitsDNA REVISITED: We Fix Your Healthcare with Justin Leader, Founder and CEO of BenefitsDNA As we approach ONE YEAR for the Executive Hustle podcast we celebrate by  REVISITED our very first episode.  In it Justin Leader and Kirsten Yurich discuss the childhood lessons that carry us forward in business and life, the importance of filling your gaps as a leader and the art of listening. 


Justin Leader’s BIO: Justin is Founder and CEO of BenefitsDNA an independent health and welfare benefit plan consulting firm providing compliance oversight, actuarial services, cost mitigation strategies, and traditional broker services to Group Health Plan Sponsors. Justin speaks locally and nationally and is an advocate for healthcare reform and patient’s rights.

 

For more info on Justin:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> As we approach ONE YEAR for the Executive Hustle podcast we celebrate by  REVISITED our very first episode.  In it Justin Leader and Kirsten Yurich discuss the childhood lessons that carry us forward in business and life, the importance of filling your gaps as a leader and the art of listening. 


Justin Leader’s BIO: Justin is Founder and CEO of BenefitsDNA an independent health and welfare benefit plan consulting firm providing compliance oversight, actuarial services, cost mitigation strategies, and traditional broker services to Group Health Plan Sponsors. Justin speaks locally and nationally and is an advocate for healthcare reform and patient’s rights.

 

For more info on Justin:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-17330517 Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0400 1669 full false Keys to Mastering Your Worst Employee: Yourself! Keys to Mastering Your Worst Employee: Yourself! Summary

In this special bonus episode of Executive Hustle, Kirsten explores self-leadership as the most challenging of the three leadership domains (leading self, leading others, and leading things). She explains how mastering self-leadership is essential before effectively leading teams or driving results, especially for C-suite leaders who no longer have someone dedicated to their development. Through personal stories and practical advice, Kirsten demonstrates how shifting from action-oriented leadership (doing more) to identity-oriented leadership (being more) can multiply impact and prevent burnout. 

She outlines four core competencies of self-leadership and explains how improving in these areas leads to more engaged teams, better decision-making, and organizational alignment.


  • Self-leadership precedes effective leadership of others: As Leonardo da Vinci said, "One can have no smaller or greater mastery than the mastery of oneself." Leaders must master self-leadership before they can effectively lead teams or drive organizational results.
  • Shift from "doing more" to "being more": Action-oriented leadership (constantly adding to your to-do list) is a finite strategy that leads to burnout. Identity-oriented leadership focuses on multiplying your impact through your presence and how you show up.

Competencies to Self-Leadership

  1. Self-awareness requires external feedback: We can only truly see ourselves through the reflection of others. Actively seek feedback, track your progress, and work on one blind spot per quarter to demonstrate growth to your team.
  2. Prioritize importance over urgency: Effective leaders spend time on what's important rather than just what's urgent. Lock "think time" on your calendar for strategic activities and challenge the assumption that everything on your list is yours to do.
  3. Accountability is all-or-nothing: True leadership accountability isn't selective—you're either 100% accountable or not accountable at all. Own your impact in every situation and create psychological safety by sharing your own struggles and growth experiences.
  4. Be Curious, not the expert: Leading at the highest levels often means you are no longer the expert. Ask more questions and speak last to invite your teams to provide you with the key information you need to make good decisions.


During this episode Kirsten referenced the Eisenhower Matrix. More information on this method can be found here: https://www.eisenhower.me/eisenhower-matrix/ 

Refer to bonus episode aired on February 5th, 2025 for the introduction to the 3 leadership Domains. 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2340659/episodes/16565795-master-these-three-things-for-leadership-success 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Summary

In this special bonus episode of Executive Hustle, Kirsten explores self-leadership as the most challenging of the three leadership domains (leading self, leading others, and leading things). She explains how mastering self-leadership is essential before effectively leading teams or driving results, especially for C-suite leaders who no longer have someone dedicated to their development. Through personal stories and practical advice, Kirsten demonstrates how shifting from action-oriented leadership (doing more) to identity-oriented leadership (being more) can multiply impact and prevent burnout. 

She outlines four core competencies of self-leadership and explains how improving in these areas leads to more engaged teams, better decision-making, and organizational alignment.


  • Self-leadership precedes effective leadership of others: As Leonardo da Vinci said, "One can have no smaller or greater mastery than the mastery of oneself." Leaders must master self-leadership before they can effectively lead teams or drive organizational results.
  • Shift from "doing more" to "being more": Action-oriented leadership (constantly adding to your to-do list) is a finite strategy that leads to burnout. Identity-oriented leadership focuses on multiplying your impact through your presence and how you show up.

Competencies to Self-Leadership

  1. Self-awareness requires external feedback: We can only truly see ourselves through the reflection of others. Actively seek feedback, track your progress, and work on one blind spot per quarter to demonstrate growth to your team.
  2. Prioritize importance over urgency: Effective leaders spend time on what's important rather than just what's urgent. Lock "think time" on your calendar for strategic activities and challenge the assumption that everything on your list is yours to do.
  3. Accountability is all-or-nothing: True leadership accountability isn't selective—you're either 100% accountable or not accountable at all. Own your impact in every situation and create psychological safety by sharing your own struggles and growth experiences.
  4. Be Curious, not the expert: Leading at the highest levels often means you are no longer the expert. Ask more questions and speak last to invite your teams to provide you with the key information you need to make good decisions.


During this episode Kirsten referenced the Eisenhower Matrix. More information on this method can be found here: https://www.eisenhower.me/eisenhower-matrix/ 

Refer to bonus episode aired on February 5th, 2025 for the introduction to the 3 leadership Domains. 

https://www.buzzsprout.com/2340659/episodes/16565795-master-these-three-things-for-leadership-success 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-17126817 Fri, 09 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400 1025 1 16 bonus false If You're Not Living on the Edge, You're Taking Up Too Much Space: Leadership Lessons (not politics) with Commissioner Justin Douglas If You're Not Living on the Edge, You're Taking Up Too Much Space: Leadership Lessons (not politics) with Commissioner Justin Douglas Dauphin County Commissioner Justin Douglas shares his journey from pastor to public servant, revealing how his diverse experiences across five states shaped his approach to leadership. With remarkable candor, Justin discusses his most challenging leadership moment—when he lost his pastoral position, church resources, and livelihood for standing up for LGBT inclusion. Now as a commissioner overseeing a county prison system in need of reform, Justin demonstrates how expanding our definition of "belonging" to include all stakeholders leads to better outcomes. He offers a refreshing perspective on political leadership, focusing on incremental progress, bipartisan collaboration, and viewing public service through a lens of relationship-building rather than partisan identity.

Justin shares stories that highlight the following key take-aways:

  • Fight for what you believe in, even when it costs you. 
  • The best solutions emerge when everyone belongs at the table. 
  • Reject the zero-sum approach to governance. 
  • Learn when to compromise without abandoning principles. J
  • Hustle should be a season, not a lifestyle. 

"I think we need fighters, not fighters against, but fighters for—in a way that you're willing to sacrifice something, not in the way that you're willing to be against somebody." ~Justin Douglas

Justin Douglas BIO: 

Justin Douglas serves as County Commissioner for Dauphin County, PA, bringing over 20 years of non-profit leadership experience to public service. He gained national recognition when introducing President Biden at the launch of his 2024 campaign in Valley Forge. As Founder of The Belong Collective, Justin focuses on creating spaces of belonging and acceptance, working to bridge societal gaps across communities. His diverse background includes serving as a Lead Pastor and CrossFit coach, reflecting his holistic approach to community building. A published author of "Gratitude Devotional for Men," Justin balances his professional commitments with family life as a husband and father of three. 

Elected in 2023, Commissioner Justin Douglas lives in Conewago Township with his wife and three children and is honored to serve the residents of Dauphin County. Current initiatives include prison reform, transparency, improved pay for county employees, and reimagining how county systems can better serve the community. He has a long history of advocating for underserved and overlooked communities- his experience is proving valuable in overseeing the County departments under his jurisdiction and beyond.

For more info on Justin:

Linked In

Website

@commishdouglas (Instagram)

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Dauphin County Commissioner Justin Douglas shares his journey from pastor to public servant, revealing how his diverse experiences across five states shaped his approach to leadership. With remarkable candor, Justin discusses his most challenging leadership moment—when he lost his pastoral position, church resources, and livelihood for standing up for LGBT inclusion. Now as a commissioner overseeing a county prison system in need of reform, Justin demonstrates how expanding our definition of "belonging" to include all stakeholders leads to better outcomes. He offers a refreshing perspective on political leadership, focusing on incremental progress, bipartisan collaboration, and viewing public service through a lens of relationship-building rather than partisan identity.

Justin shares stories that highlight the following key take-aways:

  • Fight for what you believe in, even when it costs you. 
  • The best solutions emerge when everyone belongs at the table. 
  • Reject the zero-sum approach to governance. 
  • Learn when to compromise without abandoning principles. J
  • Hustle should be a season, not a lifestyle. 

"I think we need fighters, not fighters against, but fighters for—in a way that you're willing to sacrifice something, not in the way that you're willing to be against somebody." ~Justin Douglas

Justin Douglas BIO: 

Justin Douglas serves as County Commissioner for Dauphin County, PA, bringing over 20 years of non-profit leadership experience to public service. He gained national recognition when introducing President Biden at the launch of his 2024 campaign in Valley Forge. As Founder of The Belong Collective, Justin focuses on creating spaces of belonging and acceptance, working to bridge societal gaps across communities. His diverse background includes serving as a Lead Pastor and CrossFit coach, reflecting his holistic approach to community building. A published author of "Gratitude Devotional for Men," Justin balances his professional commitments with family life as a husband and father of three. 

Elected in 2023, Commissioner Justin Douglas lives in Conewago Township with his wife and three children and is honored to serve the residents of Dauphin County. Current initiatives include prison reform, transparency, improved pay for county employees, and reimagining how county systems can better serve the community. He has a long history of advocating for underserved and overlooked communities- his experience is proving valuable in overseeing the County departments under his jurisdiction and beyond.

For more info on Justin:

Linked In

Website

@commishdouglas (Instagram)

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-17035817 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2678 1 15 full false The Vulnerability Advantage: A CEO's Guide to Transparent Leadership with Fali Sidhva The Vulnerability Advantage: A CEO's Guide to Transparent Leadership with Fali Sidhva In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Fali and Kirsten talk about his journey across healthcare sectors and how this unique set of experiences shaped Fali’s uncommon leadership approach. Moving from dialysis to veterinary care to autism services, Fali developed a philosophy centered on "results through relationships" that challenges traditional leadership models.

What makes our discussion particularly compelling is Fali's willingness to expose his own struggles with control and inadequacy. He shares the inner dialogue that haunts many leaders, but few discuss openly, offering a refreshing counterbalance to the typical executive narrative.

Listeners will discover how transparency with team members - even sharing complete financial information - builds the foundation for authentic relationships.

 

FALI SIDHVA BIO:

Fali Sidhva is the Chief Executive Officer of Helping Hands Family, an organization providing autism services across 5 states in 40 clinics serving over 900 children a year. Fali is a motivational leader with a record of facilitating the growth of healthcare companies. He instills a positive, supportive, organizational culture of autonomy and accountability - delivering consistent results. With his guiding philosophy of "Results Through Relationships," Fali has established a reputation for driving exponential growth. Previously, as President/COO of Community Veterinary Partners, he led 600% revenue growth and expanded from 11 to 50 locations in just 3.5 years. His leadership approach emphasizes creating cultures of autonomy and accountability, developing scalable systems, and building authentic relationships with clinical partners. A University of Bombay graduate with distinction in Chemistry, Fali is an avid video game enthusiast and a ’decent’ racquetball player!

 

For more info on Fali:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Fali and Kirsten talk about his journey across healthcare sectors and how this unique set of experiences shaped Fali’s uncommon leadership approach. Moving from dialysis to veterinary care to autism services, Fali developed a philosophy centered on "results through relationships" that challenges traditional leadership models.

What makes our discussion particularly compelling is Fali's willingness to expose his own struggles with control and inadequacy. He shares the inner dialogue that haunts many leaders, but few discuss openly, offering a refreshing counterbalance to the typical executive narrative.

Listeners will discover how transparency with team members - even sharing complete financial information - builds the foundation for authentic relationships.

 

FALI SIDHVA BIO:

Fali Sidhva is the Chief Executive Officer of Helping Hands Family, an organization providing autism services across 5 states in 40 clinics serving over 900 children a year. Fali is a motivational leader with a record of facilitating the growth of healthcare companies. He instills a positive, supportive, organizational culture of autonomy and accountability - delivering consistent results. With his guiding philosophy of "Results Through Relationships," Fali has established a reputation for driving exponential growth. Previously, as President/COO of Community Veterinary Partners, he led 600% revenue growth and expanded from 11 to 50 locations in just 3.5 years. His leadership approach emphasizes creating cultures of autonomy and accountability, developing scalable systems, and building authentic relationships with clinical partners. A University of Bombay graduate with distinction in Chemistry, Fali is an avid video game enthusiast and a ’decent’ racquetball player!

 

For more info on Fali:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16961886 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400 2144 1 14 full false Curiosity as Currency: The Most Undervalued Asset in Leadership with Javan Lapp Curiosity as Currency: The Most Undervalued Asset in Leadership with Javan Lapp In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Javan and Kirsten unpack “underwater management,” what it is like to be promoted quickly and learn along the way. Javan learned some very important lessons early in his career that continue to help him to this day. A few very specific keys to leadership success are shared including the most undervalued asset, curiosity.  

Spoiler, while Javan loves processes and systems, a fundamental to running a successful company, he shares, is more about figuring out the motivations of its people! Finally, what’s the intersection between responsibility and accountability? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Get your notepad out because there is more than just one quote in this episode you’ll want to write down!

JAVAN LAPP BIO:

Javan Lapp is the Chief Executive Officer of Keylink, a premium aluminum railing systems manufacturer with a commitment to continuous improvement. With over a dozen years of experience across various leadership roles in manufacturing, Javan has progressed from Product Manager to COO and now CEO. A systems thinker and student of organizational development, he's passionate about creating healthy organizational teams that foster personal growth while improving scalability and delivering results. His expertise spans product development, operations, and implementing frameworks like the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and Working Genius. Alongside his primary role, Javan is an entrepreneur and partner at Lancaster Sewing Company and serves as a board member for Mennonite Life.

 

 

For more info on Javan:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Javan and Kirsten unpack “underwater management,” what it is like to be promoted quickly and learn along the way. Javan learned some very important lessons early in his career that continue to help him to this day. A few very specific keys to leadership success are shared including the most undervalued asset, curiosity.  

Spoiler, while Javan loves processes and systems, a fundamental to running a successful company, he shares, is more about figuring out the motivations of its people! Finally, what’s the intersection between responsibility and accountability? You’ll have to listen to find out!

Get your notepad out because there is more than just one quote in this episode you’ll want to write down!

JAVAN LAPP BIO:

Javan Lapp is the Chief Executive Officer of Keylink, a premium aluminum railing systems manufacturer with a commitment to continuous improvement. With over a dozen years of experience across various leadership roles in manufacturing, Javan has progressed from Product Manager to COO and now CEO. A systems thinker and student of organizational development, he's passionate about creating healthy organizational teams that foster personal growth while improving scalability and delivering results. His expertise spans product development, operations, and implementing frameworks like the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and Working Genius. Alongside his primary role, Javan is an entrepreneur and partner at Lancaster Sewing Company and serves as a board member for Mennonite Life.

 

 

For more info on Javan:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16874813 Fri, 28 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 2581 1 13 full false The Sign Whisperer: Crafting Messages That Move Us with Kurt Stoner The Sign Whisperer: Crafting Messages That Move Us with Kurt Stoner In this episode, Kurt and Kirsten uncover how a childhood fascination with a boat-side sign painter blossomed into a thriving visual arts enterprise spanning three decades. Unlike many business leaders, Kurt never planned to build a company—he simply pursued his artistic curiosity, constantly challenging himself with "I bet I could do that." A mindset that permeates his business to this day, allowing the next generation to join Stoner Graphix and build a career.

What makes this discussion particularly compelling is Kurt's refreshing approach to business development and client relations. Rather than chasing every client, he's learned to identify ideal partnerships that align with Stoner Graphix’s creative strengths. His philosophy—"if it conveys a message or evokes a feeling, it's a sign"—has led to extraordinary projects, including the world's largest functioning bobblehead.


Kurt Stoner BIO: 

Kurt Stoner is the President of Stoner Graphix, an industry leader in the custom design and visual branding space. Founded 1991 and based in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, Kurt has led his Stoner Graphix as a master craftsman with an eye for detail. Kurt has grown his company into a highly respected name in custom signage and vinyl installations. His portfolio includes work for prominent brands like Hershey's Times Square store, where he created hand-crafted dimensional signage. Kurt proudly showcases his team's blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern design techniques, regularly highlighting their expertise in transforming clients' branding visions into striking visual realities. Kurt upholds the highest personal and professional standards. When he is not in the shop he is an avid hunter, gardener, and recently began riding rescue horses. 

 

For more info on Kurt:

Linked In

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode, Kurt and Kirsten uncover how a childhood fascination with a boat-side sign painter blossomed into a thriving visual arts enterprise spanning three decades. Unlike many business leaders, Kurt never planned to build a company—he simply pursued his artistic curiosity, constantly challenging himself with "I bet I could do that." A mindset that permeates his business to this day, allowing the next generation to join Stoner Graphix and build a career.

What makes this discussion particularly compelling is Kurt's refreshing approach to business development and client relations. Rather than chasing every client, he's learned to identify ideal partnerships that align with Stoner Graphix’s creative strengths. His philosophy—"if it conveys a message or evokes a feeling, it's a sign"—has led to extraordinary projects, including the world's largest functioning bobblehead.


Kurt Stoner BIO: 

Kurt Stoner is the President of Stoner Graphix, an industry leader in the custom design and visual branding space. Founded 1991 and based in Hummelstown, Pennsylvania, Kurt has led his Stoner Graphix as a master craftsman with an eye for detail. Kurt has grown his company into a highly respected name in custom signage and vinyl installations. His portfolio includes work for prominent brands like Hershey's Times Square store, where he created hand-crafted dimensional signage. Kurt proudly showcases his team's blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern design techniques, regularly highlighting their expertise in transforming clients' branding visions into striking visual realities. Kurt upholds the highest personal and professional standards. When he is not in the shop he is an avid hunter, gardener, and recently began riding rescue horses. 

 

For more info on Kurt:

Linked In

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16789126 Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 2062 1 12 full false The ONE Thing Exceptional Leaders Never Delegate: with Matt Zaun The ONE Thing Exceptional Leaders Never Delegate: with Matt Zaun In this episode, Kirsten grills story strategist Matt Zaun on how leaders can harness the power of storytelling! 

Not campfire stories, something we can ALL DO in order to connect with audiences, inspire teams, and drive business results. It's called: Strategic Storytelling.  And Matt is the expert! 

Matt shares his origin story - from a humbling public speaking 'flub' to developing powerful communication techniques from his political background and experience training top talent to execute on impactful communication. 

Matt reveals how intentional storytelling separates exceptional leaders from the rest. 

If you want to stand out - then stand in line for this episode! 

Matt Zaun BIO: 

Matt Zaun is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt started his career as a political speechwriter, crafting messages for dozens of politicians before translating his expertise to the business world. Now, through his workshops, speaking engagements, and podcast, Matt teaches executives and sales professionals how to cut through the noise and create messages that resonate long after they're delivered.

As the founder of Stories With Traction and a sought-after Vistage speaker, Matt has worked with hundreds of companies to transform their stories into powerful tools for connection and growth. His methodology helps leaders create "storybanks" that harness the psychology of inspiration to motivate teams and drive results. A student of communication in all its forms, Matt's passion for storytelling extends to his personal quest to visit every Presidential library in America, drawing leadership lessons from history's great communicators.

For more info on Matt:

Linked In

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode, Kirsten grills story strategist Matt Zaun on how leaders can harness the power of storytelling! 

Not campfire stories, something we can ALL DO in order to connect with audiences, inspire teams, and drive business results. It's called: Strategic Storytelling.  And Matt is the expert! 

Matt shares his origin story - from a humbling public speaking 'flub' to developing powerful communication techniques from his political background and experience training top talent to execute on impactful communication. 

Matt reveals how intentional storytelling separates exceptional leaders from the rest. 

If you want to stand out - then stand in line for this episode! 

Matt Zaun BIO: 

Matt Zaun is an award-winning speaker and storyteller who empowers organizations to attract more clients through the art of strategic storytelling. Matt started his career as a political speechwriter, crafting messages for dozens of politicians before translating his expertise to the business world. Now, through his workshops, speaking engagements, and podcast, Matt teaches executives and sales professionals how to cut through the noise and create messages that resonate long after they're delivered.

As the founder of Stories With Traction and a sought-after Vistage speaker, Matt has worked with hundreds of companies to transform their stories into powerful tools for connection and growth. His methodology helps leaders create "storybanks" that harness the psychology of inspiration to motivate teams and drive results. A student of communication in all its forms, Matt's passion for storytelling extends to his personal quest to visit every Presidential library in America, drawing leadership lessons from history's great communicators.

For more info on Matt:

Linked In

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Buzzsprout-16691661 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2216 1 11 full false Leading with Heart: How a Family Sanitation Business Transforms Lives with Scott Walters Leading with Heart: How a Family Sanitation Business Transforms Lives with Scott Walters In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Scott Walters and Kirsten discuss how the motto “We Love People” drives a successful and profitable business in an industry that from the outside would seem hard to staff – sanitation! When you deal with ‘that’ that work has to be about the people!

Scott takes listeners on a journey of family, faith, and business. He offers some keys to success that are actionable for any leader struggling to maintain their integrity during their leadership journey. 

SCOTT WALTER’S BIO: Scott Walters serves as Visionary and Integrator of Walters Services, leading the company's portable toilet, dumpster, septic, and waste hauling operations across the PA-MD-DMV-Philadelphia-Baltimore region. With a philosophy centered on "We love people," Scott has been with the company since 1997, progressing from General Manager to President. A Liberty University graduate, he maintains an active commitment to community service, including volunteer work with the Bethesda Mission, and is dedicated to fostering both personal and professional growth among his team. He is father of two daughters and enjoys being fit and donating his time to the community. 

For more info on Scott:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Scott Walters and Kirsten discuss how the motto “We Love People” drives a successful and profitable business in an industry that from the outside would seem hard to staff – sanitation! When you deal with ‘that’ that work has to be about the people!

Scott takes listeners on a journey of family, faith, and business. He offers some keys to success that are actionable for any leader struggling to maintain their integrity during their leadership journey. 

SCOTT WALTER’S BIO: Scott Walters serves as Visionary and Integrator of Walters Services, leading the company's portable toilet, dumpster, septic, and waste hauling operations across the PA-MD-DMV-Philadelphia-Baltimore region. With a philosophy centered on "We love people," Scott has been with the company since 1997, progressing from General Manager to President. A Liberty University graduate, he maintains an active commitment to community service, including volunteer work with the Bethesda Mission, and is dedicated to fostering both personal and professional growth among his team. He is father of two daughters and enjoys being fit and donating his time to the community. 

For more info on Scott:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16619952 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2575 1 10 full false Master These Three things for Leadership Success Master These Three things for Leadership Success In this short BONUS episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Kirsten introduces the three areas every leader must master. 

Three simple areas. Yet as we know, simple isn’t always easy, but we must start somewhere.  

Great leaders master 3 areas: 

1.     Leading things: numbers, process, outcomes, systems; they get ‘stuff’ done.

2.     Leading others: whether you have one direct report or scaffolds of teams; they lead others.

And finally,

3.     Leading yourself: Your most difficult employee – is you.

 

Listen to find out how you can level up your leadership IQ for yourself and for your organization. 

If you are responsible for leadership development within your company, pay special attention to the section about accidental and intentional leadership development.  


----Additional Resources----

The three ingredients for intentional leadership culture include: 

1.     Leadership Domains – there are leading things, leading others, and leading yourself.

2.     Competencies/skills –  under each domain there are specific (and often overlapping) competencies and skills (the specific things we do, we get good at, we become fluent in) that help us excel in a particular domain. 

3.     And underneath all of these are our principles.  Your leadership principles.  The beliefs you hold about how you lead. Specifically leading At “THIS” company.


A report on the leadership crisis is available here: 

https://www.ddiworld.com/global-leadership-forecast-2023 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this short BONUS episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Kirsten introduces the three areas every leader must master. 

Three simple areas. Yet as we know, simple isn’t always easy, but we must start somewhere.  

Great leaders master 3 areas: 

1.     Leading things: numbers, process, outcomes, systems; they get ‘stuff’ done.

2.     Leading others: whether you have one direct report or scaffolds of teams; they lead others.

And finally,

3.     Leading yourself: Your most difficult employee – is you.

 

Listen to find out how you can level up your leadership IQ for yourself and for your organization. 

If you are responsible for leadership development within your company, pay special attention to the section about accidental and intentional leadership development.  


----Additional Resources----

The three ingredients for intentional leadership culture include: 

1.     Leadership Domains – there are leading things, leading others, and leading yourself.

2.     Competencies/skills –  under each domain there are specific (and often overlapping) competencies and skills (the specific things we do, we get good at, we become fluent in) that help us excel in a particular domain. 

3.     And underneath all of these are our principles.  Your leadership principles.  The beliefs you hold about how you lead. Specifically leading At “THIS” company.


A report on the leadership crisis is available here: 

https://www.ddiworld.com/global-leadership-forecast-2023 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16565795 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 635 1 bonus false Because “She Can” and other Revelations with Mary Oliveira Because “She Can” and other Revelations with Mary Oliveira In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Mary Oliveira and Kirsten dive into a ‘decade of discovery’ and what that can mean for a leader in transition. Mary has an amazing story from a history banking, to being a living organ donor, to a non-profit leader – she will hit home with just about anyone in the #hustle. 

We explore the ‘emotional elevator’ that can hijack so many young leaders, we share our mutual journeys of learning how being friendly as a young boss is not the same as being 'a friend' and finally Mary offers her current secret sauce to success- an intention of curiosity.  

Don’t miss this episode!   

MARY OLIVEIRA BIO:

Mary Oliveira, President and CEO of Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, leads Central PA's innovative STEAM education hub. Previously COO of Color & Culture and VP at PA Chamber of Business, she drives strategic growth and accessibility initiatives. Named to Governor Shapiro's Advisory Commission for Women and Central Penn Business Journal's Power 100, she actively serves her community and women of all ages. 

For more info on Mary:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Mary Oliveira and Kirsten dive into a ‘decade of discovery’ and what that can mean for a leader in transition. Mary has an amazing story from a history banking, to being a living organ donor, to a non-profit leader – she will hit home with just about anyone in the #hustle. 

We explore the ‘emotional elevator’ that can hijack so many young leaders, we share our mutual journeys of learning how being friendly as a young boss is not the same as being 'a friend' and finally Mary offers her current secret sauce to success- an intention of curiosity.  

Don’t miss this episode!   

MARY OLIVEIRA BIO:

Mary Oliveira, President and CEO of Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, leads Central PA's innovative STEAM education hub. Previously COO of Color & Culture and VP at PA Chamber of Business, she drives strategic growth and accessibility initiatives. Named to Governor Shapiro's Advisory Commission for Women and Central Penn Business Journal's Power 100, she actively serves her community and women of all ages. 

For more info on Mary:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16491790 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2355 1 9 full false Using Risk to Build Security with Drew Yerger Using Risk to Build Security with Drew Yerger In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, I explore the journey of creation and security with my guest Drew Yerger, managing partner at Legacy Partners Wealth Management.  Drew shares his journey from aspiring farmer to wealth management maven. Through early influences of his father's entrepreneurial pivot and a summer mentor named Jim, Drew developed a love for process and helping others navigate uncertainty. Now a marathon runner and financial advisor, he brings a refreshingly human touch to an industry often perceived as impersonal. Drew shares his core philosophy and the conversation reveals how his childhood dreams of farming weren't so far off - he's still nurturing growth, just in a different field. 

DREW YERGER’S BIO: Drew Yerger, Managing Partner at Legacy Partners Wealth Management, brings over 15 years of expertise in multigenerational wealth management and financial planning. A Certified Family Business Specialist and Accredited Investment Fiduciary, Drew focuses on guiding clients through complex financial decisions with clarity and purpose. Beyond his role as a trusted advisor, he serves on the Harrisburg Area YMCA Board and is an accomplished marathon runner, enjoys many sports with his three boys and wife and exploring life in the country.

 

Drew Yerger CFBS, AIF® is a registered representative of and offers securities, investment advisory, and financial planning services through MML Investors Services, LLC, Member SIPC, 100 Sterling Parkway, Suite 307, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050, Tel: 717-791-3300. CRN202712-7512871

 

For more info on Drew:

LinkedIn

Website

 

For more on some topics discussed in the podcast, check out:  

Harvard Business Review Magazine, “One More Time: How Do You Motivate Employees”, Frederick Herzberg, January 2003

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, I explore the journey of creation and security with my guest Drew Yerger, managing partner at Legacy Partners Wealth Management.  Drew shares his journey from aspiring farmer to wealth management maven. Through early influences of his father's entrepreneurial pivot and a summer mentor named Jim, Drew developed a love for process and helping others navigate uncertainty. Now a marathon runner and financial advisor, he brings a refreshingly human touch to an industry often perceived as impersonal. Drew shares his core philosophy and the conversation reveals how his childhood dreams of farming weren't so far off - he's still nurturing growth, just in a different field. 

DREW YERGER’S BIO: Drew Yerger, Managing Partner at Legacy Partners Wealth Management, brings over 15 years of expertise in multigenerational wealth management and financial planning. A Certified Family Business Specialist and Accredited Investment Fiduciary, Drew focuses on guiding clients through complex financial decisions with clarity and purpose. Beyond his role as a trusted advisor, he serves on the Harrisburg Area YMCA Board and is an accomplished marathon runner, enjoys many sports with his three boys and wife and exploring life in the country.

 

Drew Yerger CFBS, AIF® is a registered representative of and offers securities, investment advisory, and financial planning services through MML Investors Services, LLC, Member SIPC, 100 Sterling Parkway, Suite 307, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050, Tel: 717-791-3300. CRN202712-7512871

 

For more info on Drew:

LinkedIn

Website

 

For more on some topics discussed in the podcast, check out:  

Harvard Business Review Magazine, “One More Time: How Do You Motivate Employees”, Frederick Herzberg, January 2003

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16410717 Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2569 1 8 full false Improve your Leadership One Night at a Time with Dr. Cheryl Tierney Improve your Leadership One Night at a Time with Dr. Cheryl Tierney In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Dr. Tierney and Kirsten dive into sleep and stress – two topics that executives need to take seriously and know more about to optimize their performance in the board room. 

If you want to make better decisions as a leader, it starts with sleep. Tune in for some medical theory, the great story of a local leader, and certainly, practical advice you can use TONIGHT! 


For more info on Dr. Tierney: Dr. Cheryl Tierney is a board-certified developmental pediatrician with over 25 years of experience. She currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Meliora Health and is a Professor of Pediatrics at Penn State Children’s Hospital. Dr. Tierney received her medical training at Tufts School of Medicine and completed her Fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital, specializing in sleep disorders, autism, and ADHD. In addition to her MD, Dr. Tierney holds a Master of Public Health with a focus on advocacy and partners with nonprofits to advance disability rights. 

LinkedIn

Website

Instagram: @meliora_us
Facebook: Meliora Health
LinkedIn: Meliora Health
Twitter: @healthMeliora

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Dr. Tierney and Kirsten dive into sleep and stress – two topics that executives need to take seriously and know more about to optimize their performance in the board room. 

If you want to make better decisions as a leader, it starts with sleep. Tune in for some medical theory, the great story of a local leader, and certainly, practical advice you can use TONIGHT! 


For more info on Dr. Tierney: Dr. Cheryl Tierney is a board-certified developmental pediatrician with over 25 years of experience. She currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer of Meliora Health and is a Professor of Pediatrics at Penn State Children’s Hospital. Dr. Tierney received her medical training at Tufts School of Medicine and completed her Fellowship at Boston Children's Hospital, specializing in sleep disorders, autism, and ADHD. In addition to her MD, Dr. Tierney holds a Master of Public Health with a focus on advocacy and partners with nonprofits to advance disability rights. 

LinkedIn

Website

Instagram: @meliora_us
Facebook: Meliora Health
LinkedIn: Meliora Health
Twitter: @healthMeliora

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16226359 Thu, 05 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0500 2422 1 7 full false Breaking Convention and Building a Legacy with Jesse Greider Breaking Convention and Building a Legacy with Jesse Greider In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, I explore the journey and impact of Jesse Greider, President of Perpetual Equity Group. Starting out as chimney sweep to today leading a successful private equity firm, Jesse breaks traditional molds in more than one way. What will stick out to listeners is his innovative approach to PE - making private equity accessible to middle-class investors while prioritizing community impact in acquisitions.

Familiar to #hustle listeners, Jesse opened up about the balance of home and work sharing his strategies for disconnecting when he gets home, how to reconnect with those most important, and the unexpected benefits to being less available to his team.

 

You won’t want to miss this one!

  

JESSE GREIDER’S BIO:

Jesse Greider is the President of Perpetual Equity Group, a Lancaster-based private equity firm focused on acquiring and investing in small to mid-size businesses across diverse industries. As a Fractional CFO at Charter Lane Consulting and owner of Bright Brook Properties, he combines financial expertise with entrepreneurial insight to help businesses grow. A Millersville University graduate with a BS in Accounting and Finance, Jesse specializes in creating strategic partnerships that drive sustainable growth and value. Jesse enjoys many outdoor adventures like hunting, fishing, and cooking with his wife and three young children.

 

For more info on Jesse:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, I explore the journey and impact of Jesse Greider, President of Perpetual Equity Group. Starting out as chimney sweep to today leading a successful private equity firm, Jesse breaks traditional molds in more than one way. What will stick out to listeners is his innovative approach to PE - making private equity accessible to middle-class investors while prioritizing community impact in acquisitions.

Familiar to #hustle listeners, Jesse opened up about the balance of home and work sharing his strategies for disconnecting when he gets home, how to reconnect with those most important, and the unexpected benefits to being less available to his team.

 

You won’t want to miss this one!

  

JESSE GREIDER’S BIO:

Jesse Greider is the President of Perpetual Equity Group, a Lancaster-based private equity firm focused on acquiring and investing in small to mid-size businesses across diverse industries. As a Fractional CFO at Charter Lane Consulting and owner of Bright Brook Properties, he combines financial expertise with entrepreneurial insight to help businesses grow. A Millersville University graduate with a BS in Accounting and Finance, Jesse specializes in creating strategic partnerships that drive sustainable growth and value. Jesse enjoys many outdoor adventures like hunting, fishing, and cooking with his wife and three young children.

 

For more info on Jesse:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16109967 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:00:00 -0500 2385 1 6 full false Digital Doppelganger CEO Confidence by AI Digital Doppelganger CEO Confidence by AI In this episode of the Executive Hustle I bring you an AI generated discussion to understand the latest economic outlook generated by Vistage Worldwide and specifically looking at the South Central PA Market.

For more about Notebook LM: https://notebooklm.google/ 

For more on the CEO Confidence Index: https://myvistage.com/confidence-index-resource-center/ (members only)

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of the Executive Hustle I bring you an AI generated discussion to understand the latest economic outlook generated by Vistage Worldwide and specifically looking at the South Central PA Market.

For more about Notebook LM: https://notebooklm.google/ 

For more on the CEO Confidence Index: https://myvistage.com/confidence-index-resource-center/ (members only)

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-16051880 Tue, 05 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0500 1090 1 bonus false Leading From Between the Bumper Lanes Leading From Between the Bumper Lanes In this installment of the Executive Hustle I share insights on how leaders can get UNstuck when it comes to choosing between managing the individual (and his or her unique needs) and managing the entire team (reinforcing the behavioral expectations and alignments needed for high-performing teams).

I offer a framework not unlike the bumper lanes you see if you've ever bowled with a toddler at birthday party (or a slightly inebriated adult) at a bowling alley!

For more information on the specific ideas presented, check out the following links: 

Simon Sinek, start with Why: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4ZoJKF_VuA 

 Patrick Lencioni and the ‘playbook:’

 https://files.tablegroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/19141103/AdvantageDevelop_a_Playbook.pdf

Situational leadership:

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/h/hersey-and-blanchard-model.asp 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this installment of the Executive Hustle I share insights on how leaders can get UNstuck when it comes to choosing between managing the individual (and his or her unique needs) and managing the entire team (reinforcing the behavioral expectations and alignments needed for high-performing teams).

I offer a framework not unlike the bumper lanes you see if you've ever bowled with a toddler at birthday party (or a slightly inebriated adult) at a bowling alley!

For more information on the specific ideas presented, check out the following links: 

Simon Sinek, start with Why: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4ZoJKF_VuA 

 Patrick Lencioni and the ‘playbook:’

 https://files.tablegroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/19141103/AdvantageDevelop_a_Playbook.pdf

Situational leadership:

https://www.investopedia.com/terms/h/hersey-and-blanchard-model.asp 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-15981141 Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:00:00 -0400 561 1 bonus false New Narratives for Success with Alison Pidgeon New Narratives for Success with Alison Pidgeon In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Alison Pidgeon and Kirsten discuss a range of topics that will speak to parents, leaders, and the new employee just starting out wondering if their new workplace is ‘right for them.’

From the origin story of Move Forward Counseling to the evolution of mental health since COVID, and some real practical strategies for leaders looking to improve not only their own mental health by that of their employees – this episode has it all!

Listen to find out how you can level up the mental health IQ of your organization and what broken narratives you may be living with that could be impacting the level of success you can achieve.

 

ALISON PIDGEON’S BIO: Alison Pidgeon is the Founder and CEO of Move Forward Counseling LLC, a mental health outpatient private practice spanning the state of Pennsylvania. Her training and education was as a licensed professional counselor, but now she is the visionary for a business of 80 employees. Alison also works as a business consultant, started, and successfully sold a virtual assistant company, and is a real estate investor. She has three young sons and enjoys interior decorating. 

 

For more info on Alison:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Alison Pidgeon and Kirsten discuss a range of topics that will speak to parents, leaders, and the new employee just starting out wondering if their new workplace is ‘right for them.’

From the origin story of Move Forward Counseling to the evolution of mental health since COVID, and some real practical strategies for leaders looking to improve not only their own mental health by that of their employees – this episode has it all!

Listen to find out how you can level up the mental health IQ of your organization and what broken narratives you may be living with that could be impacting the level of success you can achieve.

 

ALISON PIDGEON’S BIO: Alison Pidgeon is the Founder and CEO of Move Forward Counseling LLC, a mental health outpatient private practice spanning the state of Pennsylvania. Her training and education was as a licensed professional counselor, but now she is the visionary for a business of 80 employees. Alison also works as a business consultant, started, and successfully sold a virtual assistant company, and is a real estate investor. She has three young sons and enjoys interior decorating. 

 

For more info on Alison:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-15821760 Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:00:00 -0400 2006 1 5 full false Family First with Alex Langan Family First with Alex Langan In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Alex Langan and Kirsten kick it off showing how we end up in surprising places in life – as both Alex and Kirsten are in 2nd (maybe 3rd!) careers, moving quickly into how to successfully navigate a family business, avoid drama, and focus on what’s most important, and finally finishing on some  great take-aways from Alex’s experience in sports and what that brings to leadership development and coaching. 

 

ALEX LANGAN’S BIO: Alex is the Chief Investment Officer of Langan Financial Group, a wealth management, retirement, and advisory service organization in the local Harrisburg area.  Alex is the second generation in the family business and oversees strategic direction, investments, and advisor development. Alex has a Doctor of Law from Widener University, spends his time as an Adjunct Professor of Law, Board Member of the Central Penn Youth Ballet, Business Advisor, husband and father of three. He enjoys coaching his kids’ soccer and basketball teams, cheering on Penn State and Pittsburgh sports teams, as well as fishing and kayaking. 

 

For more info on Alex:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Alex Langan and Kirsten kick it off showing how we end up in surprising places in life – as both Alex and Kirsten are in 2nd (maybe 3rd!) careers, moving quickly into how to successfully navigate a family business, avoid drama, and focus on what’s most important, and finally finishing on some  great take-aways from Alex’s experience in sports and what that brings to leadership development and coaching. 

 

ALEX LANGAN’S BIO: Alex is the Chief Investment Officer of Langan Financial Group, a wealth management, retirement, and advisory service organization in the local Harrisburg area.  Alex is the second generation in the family business and oversees strategic direction, investments, and advisor development. Alex has a Doctor of Law from Widener University, spends his time as an Adjunct Professor of Law, Board Member of the Central Penn Youth Ballet, Business Advisor, husband and father of three. He enjoys coaching his kids’ soccer and basketball teams, cheering on Penn State and Pittsburgh sports teams, as well as fishing and kayaking. 

 

For more info on Alex:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-15721331 Wed, 18 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1795 1 4 full false Building Great Leadership with Nick Brien Building Great Leadership with Nick Brien In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Nick Brien and Kirsten discuss some of the core building blocks of good leadership, including communication, culture, and focus on family. Nick’s approach to successfully leadership has been honed over many years and his story of both success and failure offer lessons learned for leaders at any stage. One area we dive deep into is how company values just aren’t enough! Listen to find out what you may be missing.

 

NICK BRIEN’S BIO: Nick is the Executive Vice President at Dawood Engineering. Dawood is multi-state and multi-national civil engineering firm founded right here in Central Pennsylvania. Nick has served in a variety of roles within Dawood across his 19 years, most recently being named its Executive Vice President in February of 2023. As part of the executive team, Nick is responsible not only for strategic leadership of the company, but as engineer of record, he oversees the many of Dawood’s most important projects. Nick is active in the community, serving on the Transportation Committee of the Marcellus Shale Coalition and each year you can find him mentoring the next generation of engineers at the Future City Competition. 

 

For more info on Nick:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Nick Brien and Kirsten discuss some of the core building blocks of good leadership, including communication, culture, and focus on family. Nick’s approach to successfully leadership has been honed over many years and his story of both success and failure offer lessons learned for leaders at any stage. One area we dive deep into is how company values just aren’t enough! Listen to find out what you may be missing.

 

NICK BRIEN’S BIO: Nick is the Executive Vice President at Dawood Engineering. Dawood is multi-state and multi-national civil engineering firm founded right here in Central Pennsylvania. Nick has served in a variety of roles within Dawood across his 19 years, most recently being named its Executive Vice President in February of 2023. As part of the executive team, Nick is responsible not only for strategic leadership of the company, but as engineer of record, he oversees the many of Dawood’s most important projects. Nick is active in the community, serving on the Transportation Committee of the Marcellus Shale Coalition and each year you can find him mentoring the next generation of engineers at the Future City Competition. 

 

For more info on Nick:

LinkedIn

Website

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-15644030 Wed, 28 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1986 1 3 full false Pursuing Excellence in Leadership through Ballet Pursuing Excellence in Leadership through Ballet In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Nick Ade and Kirsten discuss the how the values of curiosity and ownership drove Nick deep into the world of ballet, past ‘just’ the dancing and into establishing a world-famous dance studio.  We explore how teaching (or coaching) others offers a path to improved self-awareness and discover secret to engaging your employees through a powerful purpose.

 

NICHOLAS ADE’S BIO: Nicholas is the CEO of the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet (CPYB), founded in 1955 by Marcia Dale Weary, and enjoys a world-renowned reputation for excellence. Nicholas initially joined CPYB as a guest teacher, joined the company permanently as the first school principal and finally became the CEO accepting the life-long legacy of its late founder, Marcia. Under his leadership, CPYB changes lives through dance year-round with its children’s, primary, and pre-professional programs.

 

For more info on Nick:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Nick Ade and Kirsten discuss the how the values of curiosity and ownership drove Nick deep into the world of ballet, past ‘just’ the dancing and into establishing a world-famous dance studio.  We explore how teaching (or coaching) others offers a path to improved self-awareness and discover secret to engaging your employees through a powerful purpose.

 

NICHOLAS ADE’S BIO: Nicholas is the CEO of the Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet (CPYB), founded in 1955 by Marcia Dale Weary, and enjoys a world-renowned reputation for excellence. Nicholas initially joined CPYB as a guest teacher, joined the company permanently as the first school principal and finally became the CEO accepting the life-long legacy of its late founder, Marcia. Under his leadership, CPYB changes lives through dance year-round with its children’s, primary, and pre-professional programs.

 

For more info on Nick:

LinkedIn

Website

 

KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-15405410 Thu, 08 Aug 2024 01:00:00 -0400 1978 1 2 full false Management style or management science? Management style or management science? In this solo episode I unpack the difference between the science of management and the personal style of managers. We often attribute a lack of understanding of the science to personal 'style' - a dangerous and expensive mistake for CEOs.




KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this solo episode I unpack the difference between the science of management and the personal style of managers. We often attribute a lack of understanding of the science to personal 'style' - a dangerous and expensive mistake for CEOs.




KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-14877171 Thu, 25 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 346 1 bonus false Justin Leader Founder and CEO of BenefitsDNA Justin Leader Founder and CEO of BenefitsDNA In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Justin Leader and Kirsten Yurich discuss the childhood lessons that carry us forward in business and life, the importance of filling your gaps as a leader and the art of listening. 

Justin Leader’s BIO: Justin is Founder and CEO of BenefitsDNA an independent health and welfare benefit plan consulting firm providing compliance oversight, actuarial services, cost mitigation strategies, and traditional broker services to Group Health Plan Sponsors. Justin speaks locally and nationally and is an advocate for healthcare reform and patient’s rights.

 

For more info on Justin:

LinkedIn

Website


KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> In this episode of The Executive Hustle Podcast, Justin Leader and Kirsten Yurich discuss the childhood lessons that carry us forward in business and life, the importance of filling your gaps as a leader and the art of listening. 

Justin Leader’s BIO: Justin is Founder and CEO of BenefitsDNA an independent health and welfare benefit plan consulting firm providing compliance oversight, actuarial services, cost mitigation strategies, and traditional broker services to Group Health Plan Sponsors. Justin speaks locally and nationally and is an advocate for healthcare reform and patient’s rights.

 

For more info on Justin:

LinkedIn

Website


KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-15255367 Sat, 29 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0400 1567 1 1 full true Welcome to the Executive Hustle Podcast Welcome to the Executive Hustle Podcast It's launched! Welcome to the Executive Hustle podcast. A forum for local leaders to use their elevated influence to enhance the local community. 

The struggle of life and work is real. 

Listen and learn from CEOs and business owners in your area, people you can find at the local Starbucks and sports arenas, how they are successfully living the hustle (or not 😂).  

We get better together. 


KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> It's launched! Welcome to the Executive Hustle podcast. A forum for local leaders to use their elevated influence to enhance the local community. 

The struggle of life and work is real. 

Listen and learn from CEOs and business owners in your area, people you can find at the local Starbucks and sports arenas, how they are successfully living the hustle (or not 😂).  

We get better together. 


KIRSTEN YURICH BIO: 

Kirsten is a licensed behavior analyst, speaker, author, and retired CEO who partners with business leaders to help them achieve more of what matters most to them. Kirsten’s clients are high performing CEOs, founders, and executives looking to “level up” in life and business. 

 

Kirsten share’s her expertise in leadership, performance management, and learning with executives through coaching or consulting, peer groups, and speaking.

 

For more info, check out Kirsten Yurich HERE.

]]> Kirsten Yurich Buzzsprout-15322342 Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400 67 1 trailer true