Anecdotally Speaking

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Latest Episodes

273 – Bold, Brave and a bit Quirky – Paul Fairweather
November 24, 2025

In Episode 273 of Anecdotally Speaking, were rejoined by Paul Fairweather to explore how creativity, storytelling, and illustration intertwine in his new book. In this The post 273 Bold, Brave and a bit Quirky Paul Fairweather appeared first on An

272 – Are You Selling Trombone Oil? – Bob Iger
November 17, 2025

In Episode 272 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how a unique metaphor helped Disneys CEO evaluate risky decisions and how it can help you too. In The post 272 Are You Selling Trombone Oil? Bob Iger appeared first on Anecdote.

271 – Planning for the Unexpected – New Horizons
November 10, 2025

Episode 271 of Anecdotally Speaking explores why most business problems live in a field of uncertainty, not precision. In this episode, Mark tells the story The post 271 Planning for the Unexpected New Horizons appeared first on Anecdote.

215 – Rising from Burnout – Simone Biles (rerun)
November 03, 2025

Discover the remarkable journey of Simone Biles and the powerful lessons it offers on burnout and the importance of empathy in judging others. In this The post 215 Rising from Burnout Simone Biles (rerun) appeared first on Anecdote.

209 – Take the Opposing View (rerun)
October 27, 2025

In Episode 209 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how asking the right questions brought us GPS and how you can take these lessons into your The post 209 Take the Opposing View (rerun) appeared first on Anecdote.

270 – Publishing on Principal – Katharine Graham
October 20, 2025

In Episode 270, learn how a moment of courage by Katharine Graham shaped history and provided a lesson in principled leadership. Mark recounts the powerful The post 270 Publishing on Principal Katharine Graham appeared first on Anecdote.

269 – Generosity Inspires Generosity – Maria Andrejczyk
October 13, 2025

Discover how an Olympic medal and generosity changed lives, and what leaders can learn from this act of selflessness. In Episode 269 of Anecdotally Speaking, The post 269 Generosity Inspires Generosity Maria Andrejczyk appeared first on Anecdote.

268 – Sharpening the Saw – Philip Seymour Hoffman
October 06, 2025

In Episode 268, learn how Philip Seymour Hoffmans career illustrates the value of staying connected to your roots. In this episode, Mark shares a story The post 268 Sharpening the Saw Philip Seymour Hoffman appeared first on Anecdote.

267 – Back to What Matters – Howard Schultz
September 29, 2025

In Episode 267 of Anecdotally Speaking, discover how Howard Schultz reignited Starbucks purpose to drive a complete business turnaround. Shawn shares the story of how The post 267 Back to What Matters Howard Schultz appeared first on Anecdote.

266 – The Right to Wear Pants – Helen Hulick Beebe
September 22, 2025

In Episode 266, discover how a 1930s courtroom appearance by a woman in pants turned into a lesson in values, justice, and change. In this The post 266 The Right to Wear Pants Helen Hulick Beebe appeared first on Anecdote.