Leadership and Success with Coach BZ
Welcome to the Leadership and Success Podcast with your host, Coach “BZ”! Your Blueprint for Leadership Excellence and Lasting Success. ✨If you’re ready to develop into a stronger, more effective leader! ✨If you’re striving to reach new heights of success — this podcast is for you. As my mentor, Dr. John C. Maxwell, says: “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” Each episode is designed to inspire and equip you with practical insights that can positively impact the trajectory of your life and leadership journey. Get ready to grow, lead, and succeed — starting today.
Episodes

41 minutes ago
S4:E29 (VIDEO) LIVE: The Underestimated Advantage
41 minutes ago
41 minutes ago
S4:E29 (VIDEO)🎙️LIVE: The Underestimated AdvantageLive with Coach BZ, Ranked #1 LinkedIn Content Creator for #GlobalLeaders and #RiskandResilience in the U.S.
Mark your calendars! You don’t want to miss Season 4, Episode 29 of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ — a powerful conversation grounded in my latest article:👉🏾 “The Underestimated Advantage: Emotional Intelligence in Military and Tech Leadership”📖 Read it here: "The Underestimated Advantage: Emotional Intelligence in Military and Tech Leadership" (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/lead-underestimated-advantage-emotional-intelligence-military-zinga-5wolc/)
Know Thyself: Leadership Self-Assessments (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/resources-leadership-self-assessments-zinga-%E7%89%88%E4%B8%BB--oofhc/)
📅 Date: Friday, July 11, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
We’ll explore why emotional intelligence (EQ) is no longer a “soft skill” — it’s a mission-critical asset for both military and tech leaders. From my time leading cyber teams in the U.S. Navy to shaping innovation in Silicon Valley startups like Truvantis, Pivotal, and Directly, I’ve learned EQ can be the key to retaining talent, managing pressure, and inspiring trust across every domain.
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!💬 Got a leadership question for me? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
#LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #CybersecurityExecutive #ServantLeadership

55 minutes ago
S4:E29 LIVE: The Underestimated Advantage
55 minutes ago
55 minutes ago
S4:E29🎙️LIVE: The Underestimated AdvantageLive with Coach BZ, Ranked #1 LinkedIn Content Creator for #GlobalLeaders and #RiskandResilience in the U.S.
Mark your calendars! You don’t want to miss Season 4, Episode 29 of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ — a powerful conversation grounded in my latest article:👉🏾 “The Underestimated Advantage: Emotional Intelligence in Military and Tech Leadership”📖 Read it here: "The Underestimated Advantage: Emotional Intelligence in Military and Tech Leadership" (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/lead-underestimated-advantage-emotional-intelligence-military-zinga-5wolc/)
Know Thyself: Leadership Self-Assessments (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/resources-leadership-self-assessments-zinga-%E7%89%88%E4%B8%BB--oofhc/)
📅 Date: Friday, July 11, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
We’ll explore why emotional intelligence (EQ) is no longer a “soft skill” — it’s a mission-critical asset for both military and tech leaders. From my time leading cyber teams in the U.S. Navy to shaping innovation in Silicon Valley startups like Truvantis, Pivotal, and Directly, I’ve learned EQ can be the key to retaining talent, managing pressure, and inspiring trust across every domain.
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!💬 Got a leadership question for me? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
#LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #CybersecurityExecutive #ServantLeadership

2 days ago
2 days ago
S4:E28 (VIDEO)🎙️ LIVE Inspiring Underperformance to ExcellenceLeadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ
📢 Underperformance isn’t the end of the road—it’s the starting point of transformation. In this episode, we delve into the leader’s role in transforming potential into progress, setbacks into strategies, and doubt into development.
📅 Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]🔗 Based on the full article: “Inspiring Underperformance to Excellence: A Leader’s Charge” (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/lead-inspiring-underperformance-excellence-leaders-charge-zinga-rme2e/)
Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer aspiring to command or a Silicon Valley security engineer eyeing your first leadership role—this conversation will equip you with six actionable principles and a servant-leader mindset to guide team members from struggle to significance.
💬 Got a leadership question for me? Drop it below—I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Represent your city, region, or country in the comments!
#LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #LeadershipDevelopment #UnderperformanceToExcellence #CyberLeadership #NavyMentorship #EmotionalIntelligence #ServantLeadership #LinkedInLive #PodcastPromotion

2 days ago
2 days ago
S4:E28🎙️ LIVE Inspiring Underperformance to ExcellenceLeadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ
📢 Underperformance isn’t the end of the road—it’s the starting point of transformation. In this episode, we delve into the leader’s role in transforming potential into progress, setbacks into strategies, and doubt into development.
📅 Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]🔗 Based on the full article: “Inspiring Underperformance to Excellence: A Leader’s Charge” (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/lead-inspiring-underperformance-excellence-leaders-charge-zinga-rme2e/)
Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer aspiring to command or a Silicon Valley security engineer eyeing your first leadership role—this conversation will equip you with six actionable principles and a servant-leader mindset to guide team members from struggle to significance.
💬 Got a leadership question for me? Drop it below—I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Represent your city, region, or country in the comments!
#LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #LeadershipDevelopment #UnderperformanceToExcellence #CyberLeadership #NavyMentorship #EmotionalIntelligence #ServantLeadership #LinkedInLive #PodcastPromotion

3 days ago
3 days ago
S4:E27 (VIDEO)🎙️LIVE: Leading Through Personality ClashesLeadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ
🚨 Conflict on your team? Different personalities clashing?You’re not alone—and you’re not powerless.
Whether you’re commanding a diverse military unit or leading a startup team full of brilliant-but-bold voices, personality clashes are inevitable. The real question is: Will you lead through them—or let them sink your team?
Join me LIVE for Season 4, Episode 27 of the Leadership & Success Podcast, where we’ll dive into my latest article:👉 “Leading Through Personality Clashes: 12 Leadership Moves That Work” (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/leading-through-personality-clashes-12-leadership-moves-zinga-9yzxc/)
Together, we’ll explore:✅ How to lead strong personalities without losing unity✅ The 12 tactical leadership moves every military and tech leader should know✅ Why mindset, structure, and emotional intelligence matter more than ever
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!💬 Got a leadership question about navigating conflict or tough team dynamics? Drop it below—I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
Let’s lead with clarity, humility, and purpose.#Leadership #Podcast #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #TeamDynamics #ConflictResolution #CoachBZ #LeadershipAndSuccess #EmotionalIntelligence #CyberLeadership #Startups #LEAD

3 days ago
3 days ago
S4:E27 🎙️LIVE: Leading Through Personality ClashesLeadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ
🚨 Conflict on your team? Different personalities clashing?You’re not alone—and you’re not powerless.
Whether you’re commanding a diverse military unit or leading a startup team full of brilliant-but-bold voices, personality clashes are inevitable. The real question is: Will you lead through them—or let them sink your team?
Join me LIVE for Season 4, Episode 27 of the Leadership & Success Podcast, where we’ll dive into my latest article:👉 “Leading Through Personality Clashes: 12 Leadership Moves That Work” (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/leading-through-personality-clashes-12-leadership-moves-zinga-9yzxc/)
Together, we’ll explore:✅ How to lead strong personalities without losing unity✅ The 12 tactical leadership moves every military and tech leader should know✅ Why mindset, structure, and emotional intelligence matter more than ever
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!💬 Got a leadership question about navigating conflict or tough team dynamics? Drop it below—I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
Let’s lead with clarity, humility, and purpose.#Leadership #Podcast #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #TeamDynamics #ConflictResolution #CoachBZ #LeadershipAndSuccess #EmotionalIntelligence #CyberLeadership #Startups #LEAD

4 days ago
4 days ago
🇫🇷 En Français 🇨🇦:🎙️ S4:E26AI RECAP (VIDEO)– En direct avec Franklin NdeffoLeadership & Success Podcast avec Coach BZ, classé #1 Créateur de contenu LinkedIn pour #GlobalLeaders et #RiskandResilience aux États-Unis.
🔁 Résumé en 10 minutes — les points forts à ne pas manquer🧠 Animé par les agents IA : Joe AI & Liz AI
Vous avez manqué l’épisode complet avec Franklin Ndeffo, officier sélectionné pour la guerre de l’information de l’US Navy ? Pas de souci — nous avons résumé pour vous les meilleurs enseignements de leadership en seulement 10 minutes. ✅
Rejoignez notre récapitulatif alimenté par l’intelligence artificielle pour une synthèse percutante et éclairante des leçons de leadership les plus marquantes de la saison.
Voici ce que vous allez découvrir dans ce condensé :🔹 Le pouvoir de l’influence au-delà des titres🔹 Pourquoi le respect + la dévotion ouvrent toujours des portes🔹 Comment le mentorat démultiplie l’impact d’un leader🔹 Transformer l’échec en moteur de croissance🔹 Rester ancré dans la foi, la famille et un objectif clair
Le parcours de Franklin, du Cameroun 🇨🇲 au Pentagone 🇺🇸, regorge de leçons précieuses pour les professionnels de la tech, les leaders militaires, et les cadres en devenir.
Ce récapitulatif IA est idéal pour :✅ Les professionnels débordés avec peu de temps✅ Les leaders en quête de conseils pratiques, rapidement✅ Tous ceux qui ont manqué l’épisode complet et veulent l’essentiel
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📅 Date : Mardi 8 juillet 2025⏰ Heure : 7h15 (heure du Pacifique - San Francisco) | 10h15 (heure de l’Est - New York)📍 EN DIRECT sur LinkedIn → [Inscrivez-vous et rejoignez la discussion]🗺️ D’où nous rejoignez-vous ? Indiquez votre ville, État ou pays en commentaire !
💬 Des questions ou retours pour Joe AI ou Liz AI ? Laissez-les ci-dessous — nous y répondrons EN DIRECT !
#LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #RésuméIA #LeadershipCyber #VoixDeVétérans #MomentsFortsPodcast #DéveloppementDuLeadership #FranklinNdeffo #HôtesIA #MilitaireVersLaTech #LeadershipServiteur #Saison4Résumé
https://www.linkedin.com/video/live/urn:li:ugcPost:7348360573887094786/

4 days ago
4 days ago
🇫🇷 En Français 🇨🇦:🎙️ S4:E26AI RECAP – En direct avec Franklin NdeffoLeadership & Success Podcast avec Coach BZ, classé #1 Créateur de contenu LinkedIn pour #GlobalLeaders et #RiskandResilience aux États-Unis.
🔁 Résumé en 10 minutes — les points forts à ne pas manquer🧠 Animé par les agents IA : Joe AI & Liz AI
Vous avez manqué l’épisode complet avec Franklin Ndeffo, officier sélectionné pour la guerre de l’information de l’US Navy ? Pas de souci — nous avons résumé pour vous les meilleurs enseignements de leadership en seulement 10 minutes. ✅
Rejoignez notre récapitulatif alimenté par l’intelligence artificielle pour une synthèse percutante et éclairante des leçons de leadership les plus marquantes de la saison.
Voici ce que vous allez découvrir dans ce condensé :🔹 Le pouvoir de l’influence au-delà des titres🔹 Pourquoi le respect + la dévotion ouvrent toujours des portes🔹 Comment le mentorat démultiplie l’impact d’un leader🔹 Transformer l’échec en moteur de croissance🔹 Rester ancré dans la foi, la famille et un objectif clair
Le parcours de Franklin, du Cameroun 🇨🇲 au Pentagone 🇺🇸, regorge de leçons précieuses pour les professionnels de la tech, les leaders militaires, et les cadres en devenir.
Ce récapitulatif IA est idéal pour :✅ Les professionnels débordés avec peu de temps✅ Les leaders en quête de conseils pratiques, rapidement✅ Tous ceux qui ont manqué l’épisode complet et veulent l’essentiel
⸻
📅 Date : Mardi 8 juillet 2025⏰ Heure : 7h15 (heure du Pacifique - San Francisco) | 10h15 (heure de l’Est - New York)📍 EN DIRECT sur LinkedIn → [Inscrivez-vous et rejoignez la discussion]🗺️ D’où nous rejoignez-vous ? Indiquez votre ville, État ou pays en commentaire !
💬 Des questions ou retours pour Joe AI ou Liz AI ? Laissez-les ci-dessous — nous y répondrons EN DIRECT !
#LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #RésuméIA #LeadershipCyber #VoixDeVétérans #MomentsFortsPodcast #DéveloppementDuLeadership #FranklinNdeffo #HôtesIA #MilitaireVersLaTech #LeadershipServiteur #Saison4Résumé
https://www.linkedin.com/video/live/urn:li:ugcPost:7348360573887094786/

4 days ago
4 days ago
S4:E26AI RECAP (VIDEO)🎙️ Live with Franklin Ndeffo
Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, Ranked #1 LinkedIn Content Creator for #GlobalLeaders and #RiskandResilience in the U.S.
🔁 This is the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Liz AI
Missed the full episode with U.S. Navy Information Warfare Officer Select Franklin Ndeffo? No worries—we’ve got your leadership growth covered in just 10 minutes. ✅
Join our AI-powered recap for a sharp, insightful breakdown of key leadership lessons drawn from one of the most powerful interviews of the season.
Here’s what you’ll get in this condensed AI recap:🔹 The power of influence over titles🔹 Why respect + dedication still open doors🔹 How mentorship multiplies leadership impact🔹 Turning failure into fuel for growth🔹 Staying grounded through faith, family, and focus
Franklin’s journey from Cameroon 🇨🇲 to the Pentagon 🇺🇸 is filled with hard-won lessons for aspiring tech professionals, military leaders, and executives on the rise.
This AI recap is ideal for:✅ Busy professionals with limited time✅ Leaders who want actionable takeaways fast✅ Anyone who missed the full episode and wants the essence
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📅 Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, state, or country in the comments!
💬 Got questions or feedback for Joe AI or Liz AI? Drop them below — we’ll answer LIVE!
#LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #AIRecap #CyberLeadership #VeteranVoices #PodcastHighlights #LeadershipDevelopment #FranklinNdeffo #AIHosts #MilitaryToTech #ServantLeadership #Season4Recap

4 days ago
S4:E26AI RECAP Live with Franklin Ndeffo
4 days ago
4 days ago
S4:E26AI RECAP 🎙️ Live with Franklin Ndeffo
Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, Ranked #1 LinkedIn Content Creator for #GlobalLeaders and #RiskandResilience in the U.S.
🔁 This is the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Liz AI
Missed the full episode with U.S. Navy Information Warfare Officer Select Franklin Ndeffo? No worries—we’ve got your leadership growth covered in just 10 minutes. ✅
Join our AI-powered recap for a sharp, insightful breakdown of key leadership lessons drawn from one of the most powerful interviews of the season.
Here’s what you’ll get in this condensed AI recap:🔹 The power of influence over titles🔹 Why respect + dedication still open doors🔹 How mentorship multiplies leadership impact🔹 Turning failure into fuel for growth🔹 Staying grounded through faith, family, and focus
Franklin’s journey from Cameroon 🇨🇲 to the Pentagon 🇺🇸 is filled with hard-won lessons for aspiring tech professionals, military leaders, and executives on the rise.
This AI recap is ideal for:✅ Busy professionals with limited time✅ Leaders who want actionable takeaways fast✅ Anyone who missed the full episode and wants the essence
⸻
📅 Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, state, or country in the comments!
💬 Got questions or feedback for Joe AI or Liz AI? Drop them below — we’ll answer LIVE!
#LeadershipAndSuccess #CoachBZ #AIRecap #CyberLeadership #VeteranVoices #PodcastHighlights #LeadershipDevelopment #FranklinNdeffo #AIHosts #MilitaryToTech #ServantLeadership #Season4Recap

Leadership & Success with BZ
Welcome to the Leadership and Success Podcast with your host, Coach “BZ!”
If you need to develop into a better leader, this podcast is for you.
If you want to achieve a greater level of success, this podcast is for you.
My mentor, Dr. John C. Maxwell, said it best: “Everything rises and falls on leadership.”
We hope to inspire you today and provide you with an insight that has the potential to positively impact the trajectory of your life. Welcome to the Leadership and Success podcast!