Leadership is a Choice:
The Podcast
Are You on a Leadership Track?
Listen & Learn From Top Leaders!
Interviewer and professor Dr. John DiCicco uses strong talking points about authentic leadership that the textbooks and the training sessions don't teach you!
But don't just take our word for it.
Listen to some of the TOP leaders in their field who talk to us about how they learned to lead “the real way” and earned their excellent reputations!
Hosted by interviewer Jordan Rich.
The
Choice to Lead
is Yours.
How confidently will you make it?
When a leadership position opens up, will you make the “short list” of nominees?
When your annual review comes along, do you have the leadership skills necessary for a good pay increase or a promotion?
“Deciding to lead” will demystify the steps necessary to be a successful leader. Your leadership will make a unique contribution to your organization, community and your family. We can help make this happen. Contact us at thechoicetolead@gmail.com.
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Leadership is a Choice - Intro Episode
John DiCicco and Kenneth Strong Jr. preview their new podcast.
The Book - Episode 1
This episode will focus on how we met and wrote our first book, “Leadership Is A Choice.”
Trenches - Episode 2
This is where our over 50 years of combined experience get into the “trenches” of authentic leadership. We highlight some of the main points of our book setting the stage for our series of future broadcasts. Our host Jordan Rich will ask us some tough questions that relate to all types of leaders.
The Commissioner - Episode 3
In this episode, a conversation about leadership and more with City of Boston Police Commissioner William G. Gross. It is an intimate portrait of a humble, thoughtful man leading a major metropolitan police force during challenging times.
Experience Teaches - Episode 4
Today we examine the age-old axiom that ‘experience is the best teacher.’ If true, how and why does experience play such a crucial role in developing strong leaders.
Secrets of a Successful Change Agent - Episode 5
Today John and Jordan welcome Angela M. Callahan, Vice Chancellor for Talent and Chief Diversity Officer at the University of Massachusetts in Dartmouth. Topics include how to be a successful “change agent” in an organization that is in need of change, why respect is one of the top keys to leadership and wise advice for college students and millennials as they make their way in today’s world.
A Family of Leadership - Episode 6
In this episode John and Jordan welcome the vice president of Sullivan Tire and Auto Service Paul Sullivan in to discuss the importance of trust, integrity and family when it comes to leadership.
Musings on the Art of Leading Artists - Episode 7
John and Jordan welcome celebrated musician, composer and conductor Steven Karidoyanes who has begun his 26th year as music director and conductor of the Plymouth Philharmonic Orchestra. What are the leadership qualities that propel an artist such as Steven to unite other artists in the creation of beautiful music? Insights and revelations on leadership are just a click away!
Leading Folks through a Safe and Happy Retirement - Episode 8
In this episode, John and Jordan welcome Mark Rowlette, founder and president of South Shore Retirement Services. They talk with Mark about transparency, dependability, trust and access—all integral parts to Mark’s success as a leader in his field.
Ken Quigley - Episode 9
In today’s episode, John talks leadership at the higher education level with Ken Quigley, President of Curry College in Milton, Massachusetts. Ken Quigley, through his leadership, has seen Curry grow into a thriving school with a diverse student population.
Ildikó Oravecz - Episode 10
In today’s episode, John introduces us to author and leadership coach Ildikó Oravecz. She helps people in organizations small and large attain success, improving interpersonal relationships with her unique program known as Tribal Abundance. That is also the title of her award-winning book. Ildikó presents a common sense approach to building lasting and meaningful connections in all aspects of life.
Candy O’Terry - Episode 11
Joining John and Jordan on this episode is the multi-talented Candy O’Terry. Candy is a well-respected broadcaster whose voice graced the airwaves of MAGIC 106.7 WMJX in Boston for 25 years. She is also an award-winning interviewer and creator and host of the award-winning podcast “The Story Behind Her Success,” featuring inspiring true stories of women from all walks of life. Candy, along with being a media consultant, corporate communications trainer and motivational leader, is also a talented singer and songwriter.
Steve DiFillippo - Episode 12
John welcomes Steve DiFillippo, one of the most respected leaders in the restaurant industry, owner of the popular Davio’s restaurant group, headquartered in Boston with locations around the country. Steve shares thoughts on leading his company through the current pandemic, the most challenging time ever for the industry. The conversation also centers around motivating and supporting his staff while delivering the finest service possible to the customers, hallmarks of Steve’s leadership model. DiFillippo is the author of It’s All About the Guest: Exceeding Expectations in Business and in Life, The Davio’s Way.
Dr. Anthony Fabrizio - Episode 13
Today’s leader is Anthony “Tony” Fabrizio, Professor and Chair of the of Management Department at Curry College. Dr. Fabrizio teaches at both the undergraduate and graduate college level. After a long distinguished career as a manager in business, Tony is now tasked with leading students and fellow teachers through the COVID-19 crisis, the monumental logistical challenge for our times. John and Jordan talk with Tony about leading through crises, his own special brand of “thinking out of the box,” and the critical leadership roles that current business students will play in the years to come.
Sara Ting, World Unity Inc.- Episode 14
Joining John with another inspiring example of leadership is Sara Ting, founder and president of World Unity, Inc. It’s a thriving organization that has fostered a world-wide movement with a simple focus. We are all children under the same sun, deserving equal recognition, respect and inclusion. Sara believes there is no place in our world for racism and bigotry In l985, she composed “The Sun Poem,” the centerpiece of a public service campaign to promote racial and ethnic harmony throughout the city of Boston. A multimedia campaign publicized the poem on television, radio, the mass transit and on billboards throughout the city. The campaign was so successful it was also initiated in New York City and over time has been promoted on media outlets across the country. She involves educators, school children, artists and musicians in her life’s work to make an enduring contribution to the elimination of all forms of prejudice, biases and discrimination.