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Elevate Your Leadership Journey Through Authentic Conversations with Business Leaders
In business, balancing acts are everywhere. Join Dr. Andrew Temte for The Balancing Act Podcast—an award-winning leadership development podcast featuring authentic, in-depth conversations with accomplished business leaders, senior executives, entrepreneurs, and industry experts who share the real stories behind their professional success.
What You'll Discover:
Each episode explores the critical skills and balancing acts that define exceptional leadership through engaging conversations covering:
- Leadership development and executive management strategies
- Organizational health, trust, and workplace accountability
- Employee engagement and team performance optimization
- Communication skills and business transformation
- Financial acumen and business decision-making
- Career acceleration strategies and professional growth
- Continuous improvement and lifelong learning principles
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
- Emerging trends in AI, technology, and workforce development
The Balancing Act Format:
Every episode features four powerful segments:
- Origin Stories - Discover how today's leaders began their professional journeys
- Rocket Booster Moments - Learn about the pivotal events that accelerated their careers
- Deep Dive Conversations - Explore timely business topics with actionable insights you can apply immediately
- Lightning Round Questions - Quick-fire questions that reveal your guests' perspectives on leadership, success, and life
With over 200 episodes, The Balancing Act examines business challenges from multiple perspectives, giving you comprehensive insights into the skills that drive workplace success.
Your Host:
Dr. Andrew Temte is the former CEO of Kaplan Professional and bestselling author of "Balancing Act: Teach, Coach, Mentor, Inspire" and "The Balanced Business: Building Organizational Trust and Accountability through Smooth Workflows." As a thought leader on leadership development, organizational health, and corporate learning, Andy brings deep expertise in professional education and business management to every conversation. He holds a PhD in finance from the University of Iowa and the CFA designation, with over 15 years of university teaching experience.
Who Should Listen:
Perfect for aspiring leaders, mid-level managers seeking executive roles, C-suite executives refining their approach, entrepreneurs building their businesses, and anyone committed to continuous improvement and professional growth.
New episodes weekly. Subscribe today and elevate your leadership journey.
Episodes
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In this episode of the Balancing Act podcast, Andy interviews Steve Brown, a futurist and AI expert, discussing the transformative impact of AI on business and society.
Steve shares insights from his career, the concept of agentic AI, and the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in the face of rapid technological change. He emphasizes the need for businesses to embrace AI thoughtfully, engage employees in the process, and focus on education to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented by AI.
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Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
In this episode of The Balancing Act podcast, Andy speaks with Jared Lindzon about the concept of a four-day workweek, exploring its historical context, societal benefits, and the challenges of implementation. They discuss how AI can facilitate this transition and the cultural inertia that often hinders change.
Jared shares insights on how organizations can successfully adopt a shorter workweek, the importance of addressing employee guilt around productivity, and offers advice for mid-level managers looking to drive change from within.
Tune into episode 227 to hear Jared's thoughts on the adoption of a four day workweek!
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Thursday Jan 01, 2026
Thursday Jan 01, 2026
In this episode of the Balancing Act podcast, Andy speaks with Jeff Meade, the founding director of entrepreneurship at Paul Quinn College. They discuss Jeff's journey as a serial entrepreneur, the unique work readiness focus of Paul Quinn College, and the importance of fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among all students, not just business majors.
Jeff shares insights on how higher education institutions can adapt to changing market demands by acting like startups and emphasizes the significance of venture-based learning in preparing students for real-world challenges. The conversation also touches on the college's seed fund initiative to support student ideas and Jeff's personal growth goals in understanding private equity.
Tune into episode 226 to hear Jeff's story, his career rocket-booster moment, and his thoughts on all things entrepreneurship and why "Every Quinnite is an Entrepreneur."
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Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
In this special Christmas Day edition of The Balancing Act Podcast, Andy shares a holiday message and introduces listeners to his other podcast, Money Lessons with Andrew Temte, PhD, CFA.
Money Lessons is a weekly show where he distills complex financial concepts through historical storytelling and practical examples. Each bite-sized episode builds on the last, creating a comprehensive foundation for smarter financial decisions. Whether you're just starting your career or planning for retirement, these lessons will change how you think about money. Subscribe to Money Lessons with Andrew Temte on your favorite podcast service.
Join us next week on The Balancing Act when we return with regularly scheduled programming and a conversation about entrepreneurship with Jeff Meade of Paul Quinn College.
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
In this episode of the Balancing Act podcast, Andy interviews Radhika Dutt about product management and operational measurement tools like KPIs and OKRs. Radhika shares her insights on product diseases, the role of a product manager, challenges faced in product management, and the importance of prioritization and alignment. She introduces puzzle solving as a more effective approach than traditional goal setting, emphasizing the need for reflection and curiosity in product management.
Radhika is an entrepreneur and product leader that advises organizations on building products that create fundamental change. She’s the author of Radical Product Thinking: The New Mindset for Innovating Smarter.
Tune into episode 224 to hear Radhika's story, her career rocket-booster moment, and her innovative thoughts on product management and operational measurement.
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
In this episode of the Balancing Act Podcast, Andy interviews crisis management expert Edward Segal. They discuss the importance of leadership in crisis situations, the essential skills needed for effective crisis management, and the significance of preparedness.
Edward shares insights from his new book, 'Crisis Casebook,' highlighting lessons learned from various crisis situations. The conversation emphasizes the role of employees in crisis management and the need for organizations to empower their workforce to recognize and address potential issues before they escalate.
Tune into episode 223 to hear Edward's story, his career rocket-booster moment, and his expert advice on how to navigate a crisis in business.
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Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
In this episode of the Balancing Act Podcast, Andy speaks with Chris Hallberg, founder of GoExpand and an expert in the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). They discuss the importance of entrepreneurship, the role of peer groups in career acceleration, and the fundamentals of EOS as a business operating system.
Chris shares insights on leadership, accountability, and the significance of commitment within teams. He also introduces GoExpand, an AI-powered tool designed to enhance business operations and team engagement. Chris shares his philosophy as the 'Business Sergeant,' highlighting the significance of teamwork and effective communication in achieving business success.
Tune into episode 222 to hear Chris's story, his career rocket-booster moment, and his thoughts on EOS implementation and entrepreneurship.
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Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
In this special edition of The Balancing Act Podcast, Andy sends a message of gratitude and introduces listeners to his other podcast, Money Lessons with Andrew Temte, PhD, CFA.
Money Lessons replaces Andy's Saturday Morning Muse series and is a weekly show where he distills complex financial concepts through historical storytelling and practical examples. Each bite-sized episode builds on the last, creating a comprehensive foundation for smarter financial decisions. Whether you're just starting your career or planning for retirement, these lessons will change how you think about money. Subscribe to Money Lessons with Andrew Temte on your favorite podcast service.
Join us next week on The Balancing Act when we return with regularly scheduled programming and a discussion on entrepreneurship with Chris Hallberg - an expert EOS implementer.
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Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
In this episode of the Balancing Act podcast, Andy speaks with Bianca D'Alessio. Bianca is one of the top real estate brokers in New York, star of Selling the Hamptons on HBO Max, and author of the new book, Mastering Intentions: 10 Practices to Amplify Your Power and Lead with Lasting Impact.
Bianca shares her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful entrepreneur, emphasizing the importance of purpose, authenticity, and teamwork in leadership.
Tune into episode 220 to hear Bianca's story, her career rocket-booster moment, and her thoughts on "teamship" and intentional leadership.
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Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
In this episode of The Balancing Act podcast, Andy speaks with Bill Benjamin. Bill is a Partner at the Institute for Health and Human Potential and co-creator of The Last 8% framework.
Bill and Andy talk about the intersection of leadership, emotional intelligence, and high performance. They discuss the importance of addressing difficult conversations, the impact of organizational culture, and the necessity of emotional intelligence in leadership.
Tune into episode 219 to hear Bill's story, his career rocket-booster moment, and his thoughts on challenging conversations and organizational culture.
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