The Leadership Vision Blog & Podcast Archive
Three Quotes from Unfolded That Invite Deeper Reflection
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg explores three memorable quotes from Unfolded with authors Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring. Together, they discuss healing, courage, self-acceptance, and the surprising connection between letting go and helping dreams grow. A thoughtful conversation for anyone navigating change, growth, or transformation. Listen now!
How Unfolded Is Helping Teams Dream, Reflect, and Grow
One year after the release of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane, Brian and Dr. Linda Schubring reflect on how leaders and organizations are using the book to build stronger team culture. In this episode, they share how storytelling, reflection, and shared language are helping teams navigate uncertainty, foster creativity, and create deeper human connection. From keynote facilitations to one-on-one coaching conversations, this episode explores how Unfolded is becoming a practical tool for leadership and transformation. Listen to hear how ‘story’ can unlock new conversations within your team.
Two New Ways to Engage with Unfolded!
This Memorial Day, we’re taking a short pause from regular podcast episodes to share two meaningful opportunities connected to Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Learn about the new Unfolded Virtual Book Club and how to order a personalized signed copy of the book with a custom note tucked inside. Whether you’re navigating change yourself or encouraging someone else through a new season, these experiences are designed to inspire courage, reflection, and growth.
One Year Later: How Readers Are Using Unfolded to Lead, Dream, and Grow
One year after the release of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane, Brian and Dr. Linda Schubring reflect on the stories readers have shared about leadership, dreams, transformation, and growth. In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, they explore how the book’s themes are helping leaders rethink team dynamics, rediscover forgotten dreams, and navigate seasons of change. Listen to hear the quotes, moments, and reflections that continue to resonate a year later.
One Year Later: What Writing Unfolded Taught Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring About Leadership, Creativity, and Change
One year after publishing the national bestselling book Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane, Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring reflect on what surprised them most about the journey. In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, they discuss the unexpected delight of sharing such personal work, how readers have deeply connected with the story, and why they still feel like they are actively “unfolding” themselves. The conversation explores leadership, creativity, growth, and the importance of not rushing transformation. If you’ve ever wondered what happens after a book is released into the world — or how meaningful stories continue shaping both readers and authors — this episode offers a thoughtful and personal reflection worth listening to.
What It Looks Like for Leaders to Model Learning
What does it actually look like for a leader to model learning? In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan, Dr. Linda, and Brian Schubring explore how growth becomes contagious when leaders make their learning visible. From stepping outside your comfort zone to learning alongside others, this conversation offers a practical framework for developing a culture of curiosity and growth. If you want your team to grow, it may start with how—and whether—you’re learning out loud.
How the Best Leaders Stay Committed—Even When Progress Feels Slow
Progress doesn’t always move quickly—but that doesn’t mean it’s not happening. In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda, and Brian Schubring discuss how leaders can stay committed when progress is slow. You’ll hear practical insights on maintaining momentum, recognizing growth, and leading with a long-term perspective. If you’re navigating a season where results feel distant, this episode will help you stay grounded and focused. Listen now to shift how you think about progress.
The One Thing Great Leaders Do Before They Grow: They Let Go
Growth in leadership doesn’t always come from learning something new—it often starts with letting something go. In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring explore why unlearning old habits is one of the most challenging—and essential—parts of growth. If you’ve ever felt stuck despite doing what’s always worked, this conversation offers a fresh perspective. Listen in and consider what you might need to release to move forward.
Why Struggle Is Essential to Real Growth in Leadership
Learning something new is rarely smooth—and in leadership, that discomfort often gets mistaken for failure. In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg sits down with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring to explore why struggle is actually a critical part of growth. Together, they unpack how leaders can reframe learning, support their teams through uncertainty, and recognize progress even when it’s hard to see. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the middle of learning something new, this conversation will help you rethink what’s really happening. Listen in for practical insights and a fresh perspective on growth!
The Patience of Leadership: Why Endurance Matters More Than Speed
Leadership isn’t just about quick wins—it’s about endurance. In this episode, Nathan Freeburg, Dr. Linda Schubring, and Brian Schubring explore the role of patience in navigating long-term challenges, building trust, and sustaining growth. They unpack the tension between patience and urgency, and why great leaders know when to use both. If you’ve ever felt stuck in the middle of a slow-moving challenge, this conversation offers a powerful reframe. Listen in and consider: where might patience—not strategy—be your next leadership move?
Every Leadership Challenge Is Asking You To Learn Something
Most leadership challenges look like performance problems. The results aren’t there, the team isn’t moving fast enough, and the instinct is to push harder.
But what if the issue isn’t effort?
In this episode, we explore how to recognize when a challenge is actually asking you to learn something new—and why the best leaders know when to pause, rethink, and grow instead of just doing more. Listen now!
Counterintuitive Leadership: Why Starting Messy Leads to Faster Growth
Leadership growth is often counterintuitive. The clarity you’re waiting for doesn’t come before action—it comes through it. In this week’s episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, learn why starting messy leads to real progress. Understand why courage comes before clarity, and how you can take one step this week to start the thing you’ve been putting off.
What Are You Still Carrying? A Leadership Lesson from a Zen Story
A simple Zen parable about two traveling monks reveals a powerful leadership lesson: what are we still carrying long after the moment has passed? In this episode, we explore perspective, letting go, and the journeys we share with others. Listen now!
Challenge, Change, and Uncertainty: How Leaders Can Respond with Confidence, Clarity, and Courage
Leaders today face challenge, change, and uncertainty — often all at once. But these experiences are not the same, and responding well depends on knowing the difference. In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, we explore how challenge stretches existing capacity, change requires intentional adaptation, and uncertainty confronts us with the unknown. Through practical questions and powerful metaphors, we offer leaders a framework to navigate turbulence with courage, clarity, and confidence. Before reacting, ask: What are we really facing? The answer may change how you lead. Listen now!
The Soul and Science of Service: Why the Future of Leadership Is Emotional
What if the future of leadership isn’t primarily intellectual—but emotional? In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan, Dr. Linda, and Brian explore the soul and science of service and why serving others reshapes both the heart and the brain. From neuroscience and empathy to identity formation and team culture, this conversation reveals how service expands emotional capacity rather than depletes it. Leaders who practice service don’t just help others—they refold their own assumptions, strengthen compassion, and build healthier teams. In a complex and uncertain world, service may be the most strategic leadership practice of all. Listen now!
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