Sandy on Talent - Insights and Strategies for Leadership Excellence and Talent Optimization

By Sandy Ogg

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Think about the worst job you've ever had. What made it so? How did you feel about yourself and your abilities while you were stuck in that awful position? Welcome to Sandy on Talent, where we discuss the unfortunate reality of good talent going to waste and uncover how business leaders can unlock hidden potential in themselves and others to achieve personal and organizational growth. Join Sandy and his renowned guests for insightful and honest discussions on executive leadership, talent optimization, and entrepreneurial success. Now think of the best job you've ever had. It felt entirely different, didn't it? Our mission is to help everyone find fulfillment, dignity, and success in their jobs. We call that magical union "click" —the moment talent perfectly aligns with their role, connecting abilities and superpowers to tangible value, and everyone wins. Whether you're a CEO, business executive, ambitious employee, or an entrepreneur, our insights are tailored to provide actionable strategies for harnessing potential and driving organizational success. Host Sandy Ogg brings over three decades of experience as a CEO advisor, talent expert, and entrepreneur. He founded CEO.works and has served as an operating partner at Blackstone Group and as CHRO of Unilever. Throughout his career, Sandy has collaborated with top global business leaders, gaining insights into the consistent practices that drive value for stakeholders. He leverages this knowledge to develop talent-focused tools to help leaders and organizations thrive in today's economic environment. On our podcast, Sandy and his guests will tackle one of the top issues highlighted in every CEO annual survey: the persistent shortage of talent where it's needed most. Through thought-provoking conversations, they will address burning questions like "How do we hire the best people?" "Is the organization talented enough?" "Is the hierarchy dying or already dead?" And, "Why do transformations fail?" If you're ready to transform your approach to leadership and talent, join us for Sandy on Talent, where we ignite the spark that propels individuals and organizations toward excellence.

Episode Date
050: Why Talent Isn't Enough: The Hidden Factors Behind CEO Success with Sanyin Siang
Oct 29, 2026
049: REPLAY: Transformative Journeys in Private Equity: Jean Salata's Path to Leadership and Impact
Oct 15, 2026
048: Turning a Side Passion into a Full-Time Career with Dennis Long
Oct 01, 2026
047: REPLAY: Transforming Global Education: Leadership Insights with Nord Anglia CEO Andrew Fitzmaurice
Sep 17, 2026
046: Finding Your Click: Sean Plankey on Purpose, Persistence, and Career Growth
Sep 03, 2026
045: Inside CURVE Sports' Vision to Build 30 Youth Baseball Super Clubs Across America
Aug 20, 2026
044: Balancing Ambition with Empathy: Leadership Lessons from GameChanger's President, Sameer Ahuja
Aug 06, 2026
043: What It Takes to Lead as a CEO Today with Dr. Mark C. Thompson
Jul 23, 2026
042: Making Your Own Luck in HR with JP Elliott
Jul 09, 2026
041: How Family, Faith, and Football Shaped Drew Weatherford's Career
Jun 25, 2026
040: Betting on People: How Guy Schory Built a Career at the Intersection of Technology and Purpose
Jun 11, 2026
039: Talent, Value, and the Click: Shefali Salwan on Building a Career That Means Something
May 28, 2026
038: The Project Economy: Why Projects Are the Future, Not Just the Present with Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez
May 14, 2026
037: The Art of the Turnaround: How Jan Zijderveld Transformed Unilever Europe and Saved Avon Products - Part 2
Apr 30, 2026
036: The Art of the Turnaround: How Jan Zijderveld Transformed Unilever Europe and Saved Avon Products - Part 1
Apr 16, 2026
035: Humility, Curiosity & the Click: What Makes a Great CEO with Shlomo Yanai
Apr 02, 2026
034: REPLAY: Crafting Collegiate Coaching Success and Building Future MLB Stars with Tracy Smith
Mar 19, 2026
033: From Chariots of Fire to the House of Lords: Lord David Puttnam on Leadership, Purpose, and Creative Excellence
Mar 05, 2026
032: Why Power, Not Just Strength, Is the Future of Human Performance with Sam Miller
Feb 19, 2026
031: What Elite Athletes Teach Us About Long-Term Performance with Matt LaPorta
Feb 05, 2026
030: REPLAY: From DJ to McKinsey: Chris Gagnon's Journey of Leadership, Mentorship, and Transformation
Jan 22, 2026
029: Why Transformations Fail: Jim Hirshorn on Talent, Work, and Role Fit
Jan 08, 2026
028: Impossible Roles, Real Results: Leadership Lessons from Mike Zafirovski
Dec 25, 2025
027: The Power of Curiosity, Coaching, and Click: Alisa Cohn on Leadership That Lasts
Dec 11, 2025
026: Unleashing Potential: Harish Manwani's Leadership Journey from Unilever to Private Equity
Nov 27, 2025
025: When Conversations Get Hard: How to Achieve Skillful Communication Under Pressure with Molly Tschang
Nov 13, 2025
024: From Boardrooms to Startups: Ruxandra Tentis on Reinvention, Resilience, and Innovation
Oct 30, 2025
023: Strategic Leadership and Growth: Insights from John Chiminski's Remarkable Career in Life Sciences
Oct 16, 2025
022: From Refugee to Entrepreneur: Dr. Neri Karra Sillaman on Resilience, Innovation, and Finding Your Click
Oct 02, 2025
021: Purpose-Driven Leadership: Brent Richard's Journey from Athlete to Visionary CEO
Sep 18, 2025
020: Reinventing Leadership: From Motorola's Legacy to Real Estate Innovation with Chris Galvin
Sep 04, 2025
019: Accelerating Change: Leadership Secrets for Organizational Transformation with Stuart Udell and Matt Scattarella
Aug 21, 2025
018: Designing a Life You Love: Ayse Birsel on Creativity, Courage, and Intentional Choices
Aug 07, 2025
017: Unleashing Talent and Innovation: Marshall Goldsmith's Story on Executive Coaching and AI
Jul 24, 2025
016: The Remarkable Path of Simon Freakley: Leadership, Mentorship, and the Power of Purpose
Jul 10, 2025
015: Leading with Integrity: Nikki Eatchel's Journey in Ethical Assessment and AI Innovation
Jun 26, 2025
014: From Olympic Glory to Sports Broadcasting: Michele Smith's Journey of Resilience and Reinvention
Jun 12, 2025
013: Trailblazing Leadership: Coach Carol Hutchins on Building a Legacy in Women's Sports
May 29, 2025
012: Unlocking Elite Performance: The Remarkable Journey of Scott Peltin, Co-Founder and Chief Catalyst at Tignum
May 15, 2025
011: Helen Wyatt on Owning Your Story, Empowering People, and Shaping Culture
May 01, 2025
010: Transforming HR: Leadership Insights and Personal Fulfillment with Hein J.M. Knaapen
Apr 17, 2025
009: Transformative Journeys in Private Equity: Jean Salata's Path to Leadership and Impact
Apr 03, 2025
008: Building Champions: Erik Bakich on Leadership, Talent, and Turnarounds
Mar 20, 2025
007: Transforming Global Education: Leadership Insights with Nord Anglia CEO Andrew Fitzmaurice
Mar 06, 2025
006: Leadership, Legacy, and Lifelong Lessons with Dr. Sam Shriver
Feb 20, 2025
005: Crafting Collegiate Coaching Success and Building Future MLB Stars with Tracy Smith
Feb 06, 2025
004: From DJ to McKinsey: Chris Gagnon's Journey of Leadership, Mentorship, and Transformation
Jan 23, 2025
003: The Click: Unlocking Your Full Potential in the Workplace
Aug 05, 2024
002: Mastering the Art of Job Alignment
Jul 19, 2024
001: Nurturing Future Leaders: The Impact of Youth Sports
Jul 12, 2024
Welcome to Sandy on Talent!
Jul 02, 2024