Season 3, Episode 240

How do you stay relevant in the 2026 leadership shift? (feat. Jennifer McClure, Steve Browne, James Biro, & Mike Sipple Jr.)

By the end of 2026, the world will look completely different due to massive change and AI integration. Mike and his guests discuss how to stay agile and current in a rapidly evolving market. Explore how to retool your approach to meet the changing expectations of the modern workforce and maintain your thought leadership.

🔗 Links and Resources:

* Connect with Jennifer McClure: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermcclure/

* Connect with Steve Browne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebrownphr/

* Connect with James Biro: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-biro-683b901

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What separates leaders people trust from leaders people tolerate?

In this episode of The Unconventional Leadership Podcast, Mike Sipple Jr. is joined by Dr. Jeni Al Bahrani (Miami University), and student leaders/Teaching Assistants CJ DeBra and Sarah Bosse to unpack what “trusted advisor” leadership looks like in real life—especially when you’re leading peers, giving feedback, and trying to create a culture where people can learn without fear.

You’ll hear practical leadership lessons for managers, HR leaders, and anyone trying to build a high-trust team:

- How to give actionable feedback without damaging relationships

- Why “microfailures” can build confidence and resilience

- What it looks like to lead yourself first (before you lead others)

- How to manage up and communicate with clarity

If you care about team culture, employee experience, and developing leaders who can handle tough conversations… this one’s for you.

🔗 Links and Resources:

Connect with Dr. Jeni Al Bahrani: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjenialbahrani

Connect with CJ DeBra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debracj-

Connect with Sarah Bosse: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbosse

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Season 3, Episode 238

Family Business Secrets Nobody Talks About (feat. Jonathan Theders & Mike Sipple Jr.)

How do we build something meaningful—and know when it’s time to let go? In this episode of The Unconventional Leadership Podcast, we explore the tension between legacy and innovation, and why resisting change could leave your business behind. If you're navigating succession, stewardship, or strategic pivots, this one’s for you.

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- Connect with Jonathan Theders:

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