Leadership & 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

Monday Sep 01, 2025
S4:E65🎙️LIVE with Nick Rackley
Monday Sep 01, 2025
Monday Sep 01, 2025
S4:E65🎙️LIVE with Nick Rackley
📅 Date: Monday, September 1, 2025⏰ Time: 10:00 AM PT (San Francisco, CA / Kirkland, WA) | 1:00 PM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
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Nick Rackley is a U.S. Army Ranger, Purple Heart recipient, Yale MBA, tech strategist, and Co-Founder of Vibe Otter — where he’s making it possible for small business owners to build professional websites just by texting an AI. From leading soldiers in combat to leading entrepreneurs in tech, Nick embodies resilient leadership, radical accountability, and innovation at the edge.
In this conversation, we’ll explore:✨ What combat leadership can teach us about business resilience✨ How AI is leveling the playing field for small business owners✨ Why radical ownership and accountability are non-negotiables in leadership✨ The Ranger School principle: don’t quit when it gets hard
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🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got leadership questions for Nick? Post them below — we’ll answer LIVE on air! 👇
Your Turn:➡️ What are your three takeaways from this podcast episode?➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’re applying this week?
👉 Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾
🔗 Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickrackley/
LinkedIn Replay: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7367976170446913536/YouTube Replay: https://www.youtube.com/live/9utULw_UApY
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Thursday Aug 28, 2025
S4:E64AI RECAP (VIDEO)— From Impossible Dreams to Reality
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
🚀 S4:E64AI — From Impossible Dreams to Reality: The Unstoppable Human Spirit (LIVE RECAP with Coach BZ)
I’m excited to invite you to the next episode of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ — where we’ll dive into the unstoppable human spirit and how we can all turn the “impossible” into reality.
This episode is inspired by my latest article 👉 From Impossible Dreams to Reality: The Unstoppable Human Spirit
💡 S4:E64AI RECAP: The 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Beth AI
⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you covered.
📅 Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025⏰ Time: 7:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 10:30 AM ET (New York) | 4:30 PM CEST (Paris)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn
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🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode• How the human spirit has consistently transformed the “impossible” into the everyday — from the Wright brothers’ first flight, to Neil Armstrong’s step on the Moon, to today’s breakthroughs in flying cars, CRISPR, and AI.• The leadership principles behind perseverance, courage, and resilience that make bold dreams possible.• My own story of facing rejection, setbacks, and countless “no’s” — and how I ultimately achieved my dream of becoming a Commander in the U.S. Navy.• Practical coaching prompts to help you set bold goals, push through obstacles, and inspire others to dream big.
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🌍 Engage with Us LIVE🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got a leadership question for me? Type it below — I’ll answer it LIVE during the show.
➡️ Tag someone who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾
And after the show, I’d love to hear from you:✨ What are your three takeaways?✨ What insights will you put into practice this week?Share them in the comments so others can grow and be inspired right alongside you.
Let’s continue proving that what seems impossible today can become tomorrow’s reality.
#Leadership #Success #Podcast #CoachBZ #ImpossibleDreams #Resilience #Inspiration #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership

Thursday Aug 28, 2025
S4:E64AI RECAP (VIDEO)— From Impossible Dreams to Reality
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
🚀 S4:E64AI — From Impossible Dreams to Reality: The Unstoppable Human Spirit (LIVE RECAP with Coach BZ)
I’m excited to invite you to the next episode of the Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ — where we’ll dive into the unstoppable human spirit and how we can all turn the “impossible” into reality.
This episode is inspired by my latest article 👉 From Impossible Dreams to Reality: The Unstoppable Human Spirit
💡 S4:E64AI RECAP: The 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Beth AI
⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you covered.
📅 Date: Sunday, August 31, 2025⏰ Time: 7:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 10:30 AM ET (New York) | 4:30 PM CEST (Paris)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn
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🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode• How the human spirit has consistently transformed the “impossible” into the everyday — from the Wright brothers’ first flight, to Neil Armstrong’s step on the Moon, to today’s breakthroughs in flying cars, CRISPR, and AI.• The leadership principles behind perseverance, courage, and resilience that make bold dreams possible.• My own story of facing rejection, setbacks, and countless “no’s” — and how I ultimately achieved my dream of becoming a Commander in the U.S. Navy.• Practical coaching prompts to help you set bold goals, push through obstacles, and inspire others to dream big.
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🌍 Engage with Us LIVE🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got a leadership question for me? Type it below — I’ll answer it LIVE during the show.
➡️ Tag someone who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾
And after the show, I’d love to hear from you:✨ What are your three takeaways?✨ What insights will you put into practice this week?Share them in the comments so others can grow and be inspired right alongside you.
Let’s continue proving that what seems impossible today can become tomorrow’s reality.
#Leadership #Success #Podcast #CoachBZ #ImpossibleDreams #Resilience #Inspiration #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership

Thursday Aug 28, 2025
S4:E64 (VIDEO) LIVE — From Impossible Dreams to Reality
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
🌍 S4:E64 🎙️ LIVE — From Impossible Dreams to Reality: The Unstoppable Human Spirit
Mark your calendars: Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, Season 4, Episode 64 is streaming LIVE this Saturday!
This episode is inspired by my latest article: 👉 From Impossible Dreams to Reality: The Unstoppable Human Spirit
💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:• How the human spirit consistently transforms the “impossible” into the everyday—from the Wright brothers’ first flight, to Neil Armstrong’s step on the Moon, to today’s breakthroughs in flying cars, CRISPR, and AI.• The leadership principles behind perseverance, courage, and resilience that turn dreams into reality.• My own journey of overcoming rejection, setbacks, and countless “no’s” to finally achieve my dream of becoming a Commander in the U.S. Navy.• Practical coaching prompts to help you set bold goals, build persistence, and inspire others to dream big.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025⏰ Time: 7:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 10:30 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!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?
💬 Got a leadership question for me? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
➡️ Tag someone who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾.
After the episode, I’d love to hear from you:✨ What are your three key takeaways?✨ What insights will you put into practice this week?Share them in the comments so we can learn from each other and grow together.
#Leadership #Success #Podcast #CoachBZ #ImpossibleDreams #Resilience #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #Inspiration

Thursday Aug 28, 2025
S4:E64 LIVE — From Impossible Dreams to Reality
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
🌍 S4:E64 🎙️ LIVE — From Impossible Dreams to Reality: The Unstoppable Human Spirit
Mark your calendars: Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, Season 4, Episode 64 is streaming LIVE this Saturday!
This episode is inspired by my latest article: 👉 From Impossible Dreams to Reality: The Unstoppable Human Spirit
💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:• How the human spirit consistently transforms the “impossible” into the everyday—from the Wright brothers’ first flight, to Neil Armstrong’s step on the Moon, to today’s breakthroughs in flying cars, CRISPR, and AI.• The leadership principles behind perseverance, courage, and resilience that turn dreams into reality.• My own journey of overcoming rejection, setbacks, and countless “no’s” to finally achieve my dream of becoming a Commander in the U.S. Navy.• Practical coaching prompts to help you set bold goals, build persistence, and inspire others to dream big.
📅 Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025⏰ Time: 7:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 10:30 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!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?
💬 Got a leadership question for me? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
➡️ Tag someone who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾.
After the episode, I’d love to hear from you:✨ What are your three key takeaways?✨ What insights will you put into practice this week?Share them in the comments so we can learn from each other and grow together.
#Leadership #Success #Podcast #CoachBZ #ImpossibleDreams #Resilience #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #Inspiration

Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
S4:E63AI RECAP (VIDEO) LIVE – Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
S4:E63AI RECAP 🎙️ LIVE – Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
⏰ Short on time? We’ve got you covered.
This is the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown of the latest Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, hosted by AI agents Joe AI & Beth AI.
📅 Date: Friday, August 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York) | 3:30 PM CEST (Paris)
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn
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🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Recap
1. Dr. King’s Dream as a Leadership Compass
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech wasn’t just a civil rights call — it was a strategic vision of leadership. Learn how his call for dignity, justice, and nonviolent resilience still guides leaders today.
2. Historical Context that Shapes Leadership
We’ll connect King’s dream to the legacy of 1619, when the first enslaved Africans arrived in Virginia, and why that history still matters. You’ll also hear my personal connection as a descendant of Queen Nzinga of the Kongo Kingdom, whose story of courage and resilience continues to inspire.
3. Three Universal Leadership Lessons
Walk away with practical insights you can apply right now:
•Leadership is Service and Sacrifice
•Leadership requires Fighting for Dignity
•Leadership is Resilience in the Arc of Justice
4. A Call to Action for Aspiring Leaders
Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer on the path to command or a Silicon Valley engineer preparing to lead, you’ll be challenged to:
•Serve with integrity
•Build inclusive teams
•Lead with courage and hope
•Take one concrete step this week to help bend the arc toward justice
You will leave inspired, equipped, and ready to carry King’s dream forward through your leadership.
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💬 Your Turn:
•Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country below 🌍
•What is one thing you’re grateful for today? 🙏🏽
•Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Post it here — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
•After watching, share your three takeaways or the insight you’ll put into practice this week so others can benefit.
Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾
Let’s reflect, learn, and lead together.
#ResilientLeadership #IHAVEADREAM #LeadershipDevelopment #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #Equality #Justice #Hope #Courage #Legacy

Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
S4:E63AI RECAP LIVE – Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
S4:E63AI RECAP 🎙️ LIVE – Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
⏰ Short on time? We’ve got you covered.
This is the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown of the latest Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ, hosted by AI agents Joe AI & Beth AI.
📅 Date: Friday, August 29, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York) | 3:30 PM CEST (Paris)
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn
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🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Recap
1. Dr. King’s Dream as a Leadership Compass
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech wasn’t just a civil rights call — it was a strategic vision of leadership. Learn how his call for dignity, justice, and nonviolent resilience still guides leaders today.
2. Historical Context that Shapes Leadership
We’ll connect King’s dream to the legacy of 1619, when the first enslaved Africans arrived in Virginia, and why that history still matters. You’ll also hear my personal connection as a descendant of Queen Nzinga of the Kongo Kingdom, whose story of courage and resilience continues to inspire.
3. Three Universal Leadership Lessons
Walk away with practical insights you can apply right now:
•Leadership is Service and Sacrifice
•Leadership requires Fighting for Dignity
•Leadership is Resilience in the Arc of Justice
4. A Call to Action for Aspiring Leaders
Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer on the path to command or a Silicon Valley engineer preparing to lead, you’ll be challenged to:
•Serve with integrity
•Build inclusive teams
•Lead with courage and hope
•Take one concrete step this week to help bend the arc toward justice
You will leave inspired, equipped, and ready to carry King’s dream forward through your leadership.
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💬 Your Turn:
•Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country below 🌍
•What is one thing you’re grateful for today? 🙏🏽
•Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Post it here — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
•After watching, share your three takeaways or the insight you’ll put into practice this week so others can benefit.
Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾
Let’s reflect, learn, and lead together.
#ResilientLeadership #IHAVEADREAM #LeadershipDevelopment #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #Equality #Justice #Hope #Courage #Legacy

Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
S4:E63 (VIDEO) LIVE – Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
S4:E63 🎙️ LIVE – Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
Mark your calendars! 🚨
The Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ returns with Season 4, Episode 63 — a live conversation you won’t want to miss.
This session is inspired by my article:
👉 Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
(https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/resilient-leadership-dream-call-serve-bob-fabien-bz-zinga-jatcc/)
📅 Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 12:00 PM ET (Washington, D.C.)
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
💬 Bring your voice into the conversation:
•Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Drop it below — I’ll answer it LIVE during the show.
•What are your three takeaways from this episode?
•What insights are you inspired to put into practice this week? Share them so others can benefit from your perspective.
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Comment with your city, region, or country — let’s see how global our leadership community really is!
🙏🏽 And tell us: What is one thing you are grateful for today?
🎯 Tag a friend, colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this discussion on resilient leadership, dignity, and the unfinished dream.
Let’s reflect, engage, and lead together.
Linkedin Replay: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7366840256479821824/
YouTube LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7N7CAmxcgKo
#ResilientLeadership #IHAVEADREAM #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #HistoryMatters #Equality #Justice #Hope #Courage

Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
S4:E63 LIVE – Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
S4:E63 🎙️ LIVE – Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
Mark your calendars! 🚨
The Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ returns with Season 4, Episode 63 — a live conversation you won’t want to miss.
This session is inspired by my article:
👉 Resilient Leadership, the Dream, and the Call to Serve
(https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/resilient-leadership-dream-call-serve-bob-fabien-bz-zinga-jatcc/)
📅 Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 12:00 PM ET (Washington, D.C.)
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
💬 Bring your voice into the conversation:
•Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Drop it below — I’ll answer it LIVE during the show.
•What are your three takeaways from this episode?
•What insights are you inspired to put into practice this week? Share them so others can benefit from your perspective.
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Comment with your city, region, or country — let’s see how global our leadership community really is!
🙏🏽 And tell us: What is one thing you are grateful for today?
🎯 Tag a friend, colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this discussion on resilient leadership, dignity, and the unfinished dream.
Let’s reflect, engage, and lead together.
Linkedin Replay: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7366840256479821824/
YouTube LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7N7CAmxcgKo
#ResilientLeadership #IHAVEADREAM #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #ServantLeadership #HistoryMatters #Equality #Justice #Hope #Courage

Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
S4:E62 — (VIDEO) From the Front Lines to the Cyber Vanguard
Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
🎙️ S4:E62 — From the Front Lines to the Cyber Vanguard: Leadership Insights for Military and Tech Leaders
Join me, Coach BZ, for the next episode of the Leadership & Success Podcast — where I’ll share powerful leadership lessons from both the U.S. Navy and Silicon Valley that can help you grow as a leader in any field.
This conversation is built on my recent article: From the Front Lines to the Cyber Vanguard: Leadership Insights for Military and Tech Leaders 👉 Read it here
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 Location: LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?
💬 Got a leadership question for me? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
➡️ Your Turn:•What are your three takeaways from this episode?•What insights did you learn (or were reminded of) that you’ll put into practice this week?
Tag a friend, colleague, or junior leader who would benefit from this session ❤️🙏🏾
Article: "From the Front Lines to the Cyber Vanguard: Leadership Insights for Military and Tech Leaders" (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-front-lines-cyber-vanguard-leadership-insights-military-zinga-7chgc/)
LinkedIn Replay: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7365846918914060289/
#Leadership #Cybersecurity #MilitaryLeadership #ServantLeadership #TechLeadership #Coaching #Resilience

Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
S4:E62 — From the Front Lines to the Cyber Vanguard
Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
🎙️ S4:E62 — From the Front Lines to the Cyber Vanguard: Leadership Insights for Military and Tech Leaders
Join me, Coach BZ, for the next episode of the Leadership & Success Podcast — where I’ll share powerful leadership lessons from both the U.S. Navy and Silicon Valley that can help you grow as a leader in any field.
This conversation is built on my recent article: From the Front Lines to the Cyber Vanguard: Leadership Insights for Military and Tech Leaders 👉 Read it here
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 Location: LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?
💬 Got a leadership question for me? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
➡️ Your Turn:•What are your three takeaways from this episode?•What insights did you learn (or were reminded of) that you’ll put into practice this week?
Tag a friend, colleague, or junior leader who would benefit from this session ❤️🙏🏾
Article: "From the Front Lines to the Cyber Vanguard: Leadership Insights for Military and Tech Leaders" (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-front-lines-cyber-vanguard-leadership-insights-military-zinga-7chgc/)
LinkedIn Replay: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7365846918914060289/
#Leadership #Cybersecurity #MilitaryLeadership #ServantLeadership #TechLeadership #Coaching #Resilience

Monday Aug 25, 2025
S4:E61 AI RECAP – VIDEO🎙️LIVE with COL (Ret.) Fred Stein, U.S. Army
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
S4:E61 AI RECAP – 🎙️LIVE with COL (Ret.) Fred Stein, U.S. Army
Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ
Couldn’t catch the full one-hour episode? No problem. We’ve got you covered with the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown—hosted by our AI agents, Joe AI & Beth AI 🧠.
COL Stein is a legendary U.S. Army leader, former commander of the 7th Signal Brigade, and co-author of Network Centric Warfare—a book that reshaped modern military strategy. In this recap, we’ll revisit his lessons on:✨ The difference between managing resources and leading people✨ Why moral courage is harder—and more critical—than physical courage✨ How “shared knowledge = power” transforms both battlefields and boardrooms✨ Creating climates of trust that hold under crisis✨ Balancing AI-driven tools with human judgment and imagination
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York) | 3:30 PM CEST (Paris)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
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🌍 Your Turn🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Post it below—I’ll answer it LIVE during the show!
➡️ After the recap, share your three biggest takeaways.➡️ What insight will you put into practice this week?
Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾
"Network Centric Leadership: Lessons from COL Fred Stein on Courage, Clarity, and Command" (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/network-centric-leadership-lessons-from-col-fred-stein-zinga-js1wc/)
#Leadership #Military #SignalCorps #NetworkCentricWarfare #Podcast #AIRecap #ServantLeadership #InformationWarfare

Monday Aug 25, 2025
S4:E61 AI RECAP – 🎙️LIVE with COL (Ret.) Fred Stein, U.S. Army
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
S4:E61 AI RECAP – 🎙️LIVE with COL (Ret.) Fred Stein, U.S. Army
Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ
Couldn’t catch the full one-hour episode? No problem. We’ve got you covered with the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown—hosted by our AI agents, Joe AI & Beth AI 🧠.
COL Stein is a legendary U.S. Army leader, former commander of the 7th Signal Brigade, and co-author of Network Centric Warfare—a book that reshaped modern military strategy. In this recap, we’ll revisit his lessons on:✨ The difference between managing resources and leading people✨ Why moral courage is harder—and more critical—than physical courage✨ How “shared knowledge = power” transforms both battlefields and boardrooms✨ Creating climates of trust that hold under crisis✨ Balancing AI-driven tools with human judgment and imagination
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York) | 3:30 PM CEST (Paris)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
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🌍 Your Turn🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Post it below—I’ll answer it LIVE during the show!
➡️ After the recap, share your three biggest takeaways.➡️ What insight will you put into practice this week?
Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾
"Network Centric Leadership: Lessons from COL Fred Stein on Courage, Clarity, and Command" (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/network-centric-leadership-lessons-from-col-fred-stein-zinga-js1wc/)
#Leadership #Military #SignalCorps #NetworkCentricWarfare #Podcast #AIRecap #ServantLeadership #InformationWarfare

Monday Aug 25, 2025
S4:E61 VIDEO🎙️LIVE with COL Fred Stein, U.S. Army (Ret.)
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
S4:E61 🎙️LIVE with COL Fred Stein, U.S. Army (Ret.)
Mark your calendars! 🚨 On Monday, August 25, 2025, I’ll be joined by COL (Ret.) Fred Stein — a legendary U.S. Army leader, pioneer of Network Centric Warfare, and co-author of the groundbreaking book that reshaped modern military strategy.
From commanding the 7th Signal Brigade to helping field Blue Force Tracker and teaching the next generation of leaders, COL Stein’s story is one of vision, courage, and transformation. This will be a conversation you won’t want to miss.
🤝 Connect with Col Stein, USA (Ret.): https://www.linkedin.com/in/fred-stein-col-ret-006b4a3/
📅 Date: Monday, August 25, 2025⏰ Time: 10:00 AM PT (San Francisco/Vancouver) | 1:00 PM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
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🌍 Your Turn:🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got leadership questions for COL Stein? Post them below — we’ll answer LIVE on air!
➡️ After the episode, share your three key takeaways.➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’ll apply this week?Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾
#Leadership #Military #SignalCorps #NetworkCentricWarfare #Podcast #ServantLeadership #FriendInTheSpotlight

Monday Aug 25, 2025
S4:E61 🎙️LIVE with COL Fred Stein, U.S. Army (Ret.)
Monday Aug 25, 2025
Monday Aug 25, 2025
S4:E61 🎙️LIVE with COL Fred Stein, U.S. Army (Ret.)
Mark your calendars! 🚨 On Monday, August 25, 2025, I’ll be joined by COL (Ret.) Fred Stein — a legendary U.S. Army leader, pioneer of Network Centric Warfare, and co-author of the groundbreaking book that reshaped modern military strategy.
From commanding the 7th Signal Brigade to helping field Blue Force Tracker and teaching the next generation of leaders, COL Stein’s story is one of vision, courage, and transformation. This will be a conversation you won’t want to miss.
🤝 Connect with Col Stein, USA (Ret.): https://www.linkedin.com/in/fred-stein-col-ret-006b4a3/
📅 Date: Monday, August 25, 2025⏰ Time: 10:00 AM PT (San Francisco/Vancouver) | 1:00 PM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
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🌍 Your Turn:🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got leadership questions for COL Stein? Post them below — we’ll answer LIVE on air!
➡️ After the episode, share your three key takeaways.➡️ What’s one leadership insight you’ll apply this week?Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who would benefit from this conversation ❤️🙏🏾
#Leadership #Military #SignalCorps #NetworkCentricWarfare #Podcast #ServantLeadership #FriendInTheSpotlight

Sunday Aug 24, 2025
S4:60 (AI RECAP)🎙️ LIVE with LTG Gwen Bingham, USA (Ret.)
Sunday Aug 24, 2025
Sunday Aug 24, 2025
S4:60 (AI RECAP)🎙️ LIVE with LTG Gwen Bingham, USA (Ret.)
We are going LIVE with a special AI Highlight Breakdown of Lakecia Gunter's inspiring conversation with Lieutenant General Gwen Bingham, USA (Ret.) — a trailblazer, barrier-breaker, and servant leader who rose to become one of the highest-ranking Black women in U.S. Army history.
🤝 Connect with LTG Gwen Bingham: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwen-bingham-a8795b3a/
📖 "The Power of Resilient Leadership: Lessons from LTG Gwen Bingham for Aspiring Military and Tech Leaders" (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/power-resilient-leadership-lessons-from-ltg-gwen-bingham-zinga-bwklc/)
🌟 In this 10-minute AI RECAP, our AI hosts Joe AI & Beth AI will distill the most powerful lessons from her 38-year military career — insights that apply just as much to tech leaders as they do to commanders in uniform.
✨ What you’ll learn in this recap:
– Why resilience is a choice and how LTG Bingham turned adversity into fuel.
– How servant leadership creates trust: “Leadership is about how you make people feel.”
– Why competence + confidence are the two watchwords for any aspiring leader.
– How sustaining relationships is like “watering flowers” — essential for long-term growth.
– Why legacy isn’t about titles, but about the lives you touch along the way.
📅 Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York) | 3:30 PM CEST (Paris)
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!
🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?
💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Post it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
➡️ Your Turn:
1. What are your top three takeaways from this episode?
2. Which leadership insight will you put into practice this week?
3. Who in your network could benefit from this message? Tag them below ❤️🙏🏾
Whether you’re an aspiring Naval Junior Officer charting your command journey, or a Silicon Valley engineer preparing to step into leadership, this episode is packed with actionable wisdom to help you lead with resilience, authenticity, and courage.
Because at the end of the day, as LTG Bingham reminds us:
“Leadership isn’t about rank or role—it’s about the difference you make.”
#Leadership #ServantLeadership #Resilience #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #Authenticity #Legacy #CareerGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #CoachBZPodcast

Sunday Aug 24, 2025
S4:60 (AI RECAP)🎙️ LIVE with LTG Gwen Bingham, USA (Ret.)
Sunday Aug 24, 2025
Sunday Aug 24, 2025
S4:60 (AI RECAP)🎙️ LIVE with LTG Gwen Bingham, USA (Ret.)
We are going LIVE with a special AI Highlight Breakdown of Lakecia Gunter's inspiring conversation with Lieutenant General Gwen Bingham, USA (Ret.) — a trailblazer, barrier-breaker, and servant leader who rose to become one of the highest-ranking Black women in U.S. Army history.
🤝 Connect with LTG Gwen Bingham: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwen-bingham-a8795b3a/
📖 "The Power of Resilient Leadership: Lessons from LTG Gwen Bingham for Aspiring Military and Tech Leaders" (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/power-resilient-leadership-lessons-from-ltg-gwen-bingham-zinga-bwklc/)
🌟 In this 10-minute AI RECAP, our AI hosts Joe AI & Beth AI will distill the most powerful lessons from her 38-year military career — insights that apply just as much to tech leaders as they do to commanders in uniform.
✨ What you’ll learn in this recap:
– Why resilience is a choice and how LTG Bingham turned adversity into fuel.
– How servant leadership creates trust: “Leadership is about how you make people feel.”
– Why competence + confidence are the two watchwords for any aspiring leader.
– How sustaining relationships is like “watering flowers” — essential for long-term growth.
– Why legacy isn’t about titles, but about the lives you touch along the way.
📅 Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco) | 9:30 AM ET (New York) | 3:30 PM CEST (Paris)
📍 LIVE on LinkedIn
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments!
🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?
💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Post it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show!
➡️ Your Turn:
1. What are your top three takeaways from this episode?
2. Which leadership insight will you put into practice this week?
3. Who in your network could benefit from this message? Tag them below ❤️🙏🏾
Whether you’re an aspiring Naval Junior Officer charting your command journey, or a Silicon Valley engineer preparing to step into leadership, this episode is packed with actionable wisdom to help you lead with resilience, authenticity, and courage.
Because at the end of the day, as LTG Bingham reminds us:
“Leadership isn’t about rank or role—it’s about the difference you make.”
#Leadership #ServantLeadership #Resilience #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #Authenticity #Legacy #CareerGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #CoachBZPodcast

Saturday Aug 23, 2025
S4:E59 (VIDEO) LIVE – Resilient Leadership in the Shadow of 1619
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
S4:E59 🎙️LIVE – Resilient Leadership in the Shadow of 1619: Lessons from 406 Years of Struggle, Service, and Hope
Mark your calendars! 🚨The Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ returns with Season 4, Episode 59 — a powerful live session you won’t want to miss.
This conversation is inspired by my recent article:👉 Resilient Leadership in the Shadow of 1619: Lessons from 406 Years of Struggle, Service, and Hope (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/resilient-leadership-shadow-1619-lessons-from-406-years-zinga-ux8yc/)
You will learn how the painful history of slavery in America — beginning with the arrival of enslaved Africans in 1619 — and the resilience of leaders like Queen Nzinga (my direct ancestor), the Golden Thirteen, Harriet Tubman, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reveal timeless lessons on courage, dignity, and perseverance. You will discover how these stories connect to my 10 Commandments of Resilient Leadership and gain practical insights into how aspiring military and tech leaders can model #integrity, build #inclusive cultures, and embody #hope even in the face of adversity. Ultimately, you’ll walk away challenged to reflect on history, inspired to lead with resilience, and equipped to build a better future where every person is valued.
📅 Date: Friday, August 22, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
💬 Bring your questions! Got a leadership challenge or reflection? Drop it in the comments, and I’ll answer it live during the show.
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Share your city, region, or country below — let’s see how global our leadership community really is!
🙏🏾 What is one thing you are grateful for today?
🙏🏾 Tag someone who would benefit from this episode — especially those aspiring to lead with courage, respect, and resilience.
✨ After the show, I want to hear from you:💬What are your three takeaways from this episode?💬What insight are you most inspired to put into practice this week?
Together, let’s reflect, learn, and lead — because the lessons of history are the foundations of a better future.
LinkedIn Replay: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7364218078198460417/
#Leadership #ResilientLeadership #HistoryMatters #ServantLeadership #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #Legacy #Hope #Courage #LetFreedomRing

Saturday Aug 23, 2025
S4:E59 (Part 2/2) LIVE – Resilient Leadership in the Shadow of 1619
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
S4:E59 🎙️LIVE – Resilient Leadership in the Shadow of 1619: Lessons from 406 Years of Struggle, Service, and Hope
Mark your calendars! 🚨The Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ returns with Season 4, Episode 59 — a powerful live session you won’t want to miss.
This conversation is inspired by my recent article:👉 Resilient Leadership in the Shadow of 1619: Lessons from 406 Years of Struggle, Service, and Hope (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/resilient-leadership-shadow-1619-lessons-from-406-years-zinga-ux8yc/)
You will learn how the painful history of slavery in America — beginning with the arrival of enslaved Africans in 1619 — and the resilience of leaders like Queen Nzinga (my direct ancestor), the Golden Thirteen, Harriet Tubman, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reveal timeless lessons on courage, dignity, and perseverance. You will discover how these stories connect to my 10 Commandments of Resilient Leadership and gain practical insights into how aspiring military and tech leaders can model #integrity, build #inclusive cultures, and embody #hope even in the face of adversity. Ultimately, you’ll walk away challenged to reflect on history, inspired to lead with resilience, and equipped to build a better future where every person is valued.
📅 Date: Friday, August 22, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
💬 Bring your questions! Got a leadership challenge or reflection? Drop it in the comments, and I’ll answer it live during the show.
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Share your city, region, or country below — let’s see how global our leadership community really is!
🙏🏾 What is one thing you are grateful for today?
🙏🏾 Tag someone who would benefit from this episode — especially those aspiring to lead with courage, respect, and resilience.
✨ After the show, I want to hear from you:💬What are your three takeaways from this episode?💬What insight are you most inspired to put into practice this week?
Together, let’s reflect, learn, and lead — because the lessons of history are the foundations of a better future.
LinkedIn Replay: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7364218078198460417/
#Leadership #ResilientLeadership #HistoryMatters #ServantLeadership #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #Legacy #Hope #Courage #LetFreedomRing

Saturday Aug 23, 2025
S4:E59 (Part 1/2) LIVE – Resilient Leadership in the Shadow of 1619
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
S4:E59 🎙️LIVE – Resilient Leadership in the Shadow of 1619: Lessons from 406 Years of Struggle, Service, and Hope
Mark your calendars! 🚨The Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZ returns with Season 4, Episode 59 — a powerful live session you won’t want to miss.
This conversation is inspired by my recent article:👉 Resilient Leadership in the Shadow of 1619: Lessons from 406 Years of Struggle, Service, and Hope (https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/resilient-leadership-shadow-1619-lessons-from-406-years-zinga-ux8yc/)
You will learn how the painful history of slavery in America — beginning with the arrival of enslaved Africans in 1619 — and the resilience of leaders like Queen Nzinga (my direct ancestor), the Golden Thirteen, Harriet Tubman, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reveal timeless lessons on courage, dignity, and perseverance. You will discover how these stories connect to my 10 Commandments of Resilient Leadership and gain practical insights into how aspiring military and tech leaders can model #integrity, build #inclusive cultures, and embody #hope even in the face of adversity. Ultimately, you’ll walk away challenged to reflect on history, inspired to lead with resilience, and equipped to build a better future where every person is valued.
📅 Date: Friday, August 22, 2025⏰ Time: 6:30 AM PT (San Francisco, CA) | 9:30 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion]
💬 Bring your questions! Got a leadership challenge or reflection? Drop it in the comments, and I’ll answer it live during the show.
🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Share your city, region, or country below — let’s see how global our leadership community really is!
🙏🏾 What is one thing you are grateful for today?
🙏🏾 Tag someone who would benefit from this episode — especially those aspiring to lead with courage, respect, and resilience.
✨ After the show, I want to hear from you:💬What are your three takeaways from this episode?💬What insight are you most inspired to put into practice this week?
Together, let’s reflect, learn, and lead — because the lessons of history are the foundations of a better future.
LinkedIn Replay: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7364218078198460417/
#Leadership #ResilientLeadership #HistoryMatters #ServantLeadership #MilitaryLeadership #TechLeadership #Legacy #Hope #Courage #LetFreedomRing

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!