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Activating Greatness

Activating Greatness

Written by: Alec McChesney
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Welcome to Activating Greatness — the show where we dig into what it really takes to lead with purpose, inspire performance, and create lasting impact. I’m your host, Alec McChesney, and every episode, we sit down with extraordinary leaders, thinkers, and changemakers who are unlocking potential in themselves, their teams, and their organizations. Here, we talk about the real stuff — leadership that drives culture, strategy that creates momentum, and the mindset that turns good intentions into game-changing results. Because greatness isn’t a title — it’s a choice. It’s something you activate every single day. Thank you for listening, for showing up, and for being part of a community of leaders who refuse to settle for “good enough.

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Episodes
  • The Conversation Advantage: How Ryan Payne Builds Culture One Dialogue at a Time
    Jan 26 2026

    In this episode of Activating Greatness, Ryan Payne, Director of Learning & Development at Velocity Advisory Group, shares how people-centered leadership and tailored development drive sustainable performance. Drawing on more than 13 years of experience leading large teams and executing major organizational turnarounds, Ryan breaks down what actually works when developing leaders, reducing turnover, and rebuilding momentum. This conversation offers practical insights on coaching, culture, and creating clarity that helps teams grow, engage, and perform at a higher level.

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    54 mins
  • The Momentum Mindset: How Joe Witte Turns Leadership Lessons into Action
    Jan 19 2026

    In this episode of Activating Greatness, Joe Witte, Executive Coach and Senior Advisor at Velocity Advisory Group, explores the role of momentum in leadership and why effective management doesn’t have to be complicated. Joe shares how leaders can build, lose, and rebuild momentum through clarity, systems, vulnerability, and servant leadership. Drawing from experience in business, military service, and executive coaching, this conversation offers practical insights for leaders navigating complexity and driving sustainable performance

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    54 mins
  • The Human Advantage: How Relationships Drive Culture and Performance with Dan Silvert
    Jan 11 2026

    In this episode of Activating Greatness, Dan Silvert, Co-Founder of Velocity Advisory Group, shares why relationships are the true driver of culture, accountability, and sustainable growth. Drawing on decades of executive coaching experience, Dan explains how trust, connection, and everyday interactions shape performance — especially during periods of change and uncertainty.

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    48 mins
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