The Leadership Vision Resource Library
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.
How dreams, identity, and borrowed courage shape the journey of becoming
In this reflective conversation, Nathan Freeburg sits down with Dr. Linda Schubring and Brian Schubring to explore the prelude and postlude of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane. Together, they unpack how dreams shape identity, why borrowed belief matters, and how our personal “maps” can never be erased—even when they’re marked by struggle or uncertainty. Listen now and learn how to live Unfolded!
Sturdy Leadership: Building Systems That Work Without Losing Your People
“Being nice” isn’t the same as being human—and it’s often not good leadership. In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Dr. Chip Kimball reflects on 37 years of leadership and shares why great leaders refuse to separate systems and people, why hard conversations are an act of care, and how belief, challenge, and clarity create the strong foundations teams need to do hard things—and do them well. Leaders will come away with a clearer sense of how to hold people and performance together when navigating change, uncertainty, and growth. Listen now!
Applying Unfolded: Finding Agency in the Middle of Change
Change is inevitable—but agency is optional. In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg is joined by Brian and Dr. Linda Schubring to explore how leaders can apply the principles from Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane when change isn’t chosen, planned, or convenient. Through reflection, story, and practical insight, this conversation invites leaders to rediscover their capacity to grow, adapt, and lead with intention—even in uncertainty.
What Stands Out: Reflection as a Leadership Practice
Reflection doesn’t begin with answers.
It begins with noticing.
In this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, we explore the simple questions that slow leaders down long enough to hear themselves think. Questions like “What stands out?” — and why paying attention to people, places, and voices shaping us can unlock clarity, trust, and forward movement. This isn’t about fixing or optimizing. It’s about noticing what matters—and allowing that awareness to shape who we’re becoming.
Coming Home After Transformation: Why Growth Needs a Place to Land
Transformation doesn’t end when the dream is achieved—it deepens when we return home. In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring revisit the Home chapter of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane and explore what happens after growth, change, or breakthrough. Together, they reflect on why excitement and exhaustion often coexist, why leaders must create space for rest and reflection, and how transformation is never just personal—it reshapes the communities we return to. This conversation invites leaders to rethink what it means to “come home” changed, and how listening well helps growth become sustainable.
Wellbeing as the Foundation of Leadership (A Conversation Worth Revisiting)
Wellbeing isn’t a trend or a checklist—it’s the foundation of healthy leadership. In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we revisit a powerful conversation on wellbeing as wholeness, exploring how physical, relational, emotional, and cognitive health shape a leader’s presence, influence, and long-term impact. Rather than offering a single definition, this reflection invites leaders to ask a deeper question: What does wellbeing mean for me in this season? As we begin 2026, this episode offers practical insight and thoughtful guidance for leaders who want to create cultures where people don’t just perform—but truly thrive.
Re-Broadcast: The Power of Alignment in Leadership
As you think of the year ahead, how aligned are you? From a personal and professional perspective. Today, we’re revisiting a favorite 2025 conversation with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring on the power of alignment. Whether you’re leading a family or a corporation, this episode offers a framework to ensure your team isn’t just “rowing hard,” but moving in the right direction. We break down the four key areas of alignment and why they matter.
“When an organization is aligned, people feel enthusiastic, energized, and connected.” – Brian Schubring
Learn how to foster trust, clarity, and momentum in your team. Listen now and take the next step toward stronger leadership! Read more and listen here.
Creating Space Before We Need It: A Leadership Reflection on Small, Preventative Work
In this reflective episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg explores how meaningful leadership transformation often begins long before problems appear. Through a simple parenting experience, Nathan reflects on stewardship, foresight, and the quiet power of small, preventative actions that shape future outcomes. This post invites leaders to reconsider urgency, trust slow formation, and focus on creating space for healthy growth. A thoughtful reflection for anyone seeking sustainable leadership and personal development. Listen now!
Five Leadership Challenges to Close 2025 and Step into 2026
As we close out 2025, this special highlight episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast brings together powerful moments from our year-long conversation series around Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation from an Origami Crane by Dr. Linda Schubring and Brian Schubring. Drawing from episodes focused on both individual and team transformation, this compilation explores the five core themes of the book—Dream, Play, Try, Fly, and Home—and offers listeners practical reflection questions to carry into the new year. This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and step into 2026 with greater clarity, courage, and compassion.
Serve the City: How Small Acts of Service Transform Leaders and Teams
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Nathan Freeburg talks with Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring about their experience at the 20th anniversary gathering of Serve the City International in Brussels. Together they explore how serving with “open hands” transforms individuals, teams, and global communities—and what leaders can learn from a movement that has logged 3.5 million volunteer hours in a single year. Listen now!
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