Retired Federal Air Marshal Russell Jack shares a formative mistake from his early security career that reshaped how he thinks about authority, trust, and explaining “why.” The conversation then …
Turning Stumbles into a Dance: Elaine Hart on Building Resilience at Power Fitness
What if the moment that feels like a career-ending mistake turns out to be the thing that sets you free? In this episode, Elaine Hart shares how quitting her job just before the pandemic—and being …
Celebrating 250 Episodes of the My Favorite Mistake Podcast
In this special bonus episode, Mark Graban reflects on 250 conversations about failure, learning, and growth on the My Favorite Mistake podcast—sharing behind-the-scenes lessons, favorite moments, and …
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How Speak-Up Culture Really Works—and Why Psychological Safety Alone Isn’t Enough
What actually makes people speak up at work—and why do so many leaders think they’ve “done” psychological safety when employees still stay silent? In this episode, Stephen Shedletzky (author of …
Breaking Barriers in the NHL, Fitness, and Life: Sandy Joy Weston’s Favorite Mistake
What happens when you refuse to wait for permission—and choose joy instead? In this episode, Sandy Joy Weston shares unforgettable stories from becoming the first female trainer for the Philadelphia …
Building a Prototype the Customer Didn’t Believe: Bruno Pešec
What if you built something that exceeded every requirement—only to have customers doubt it was even possible? In this episode, innovation expert Bruno Pešec shares how a technically brilliant …
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