Inspire your team. Elevate your people. Transform your organization from within. The most common problem business leaders face is being able to identify a problem before it ripples into the entire organization. As the Drop in CEO I help businesses get to the root of the issue and use 15+ years of proven executive leadership strategies to fix the problem and make way for a brighter future. Join me, Deborah Coviello, each week as I connect you with CEO’s and industry leaders who are doing the work…
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In this episode, Deb Coviello sits down with Shaun Grove, CEO of Stride Fitness and seasoned fitness franchising executive. Shaun's career path is anything but conventional - from playing college and professional football, to practicing law, to becoming an FBI agent, to scaling Club Pilates from 11 locations to 150+ under Exponential Fitness. He shares what it really takes to build a franchise…
In this episode, Deb Coviello sits down with Hall of Fame speaker, award-winning author, and business strategist Meridith Elliot Powell to explore one of the biggest challenges facing C-Suite leaders today: uncertainty. Meridith shares her research-backed, three-step formula for surviving disruption and leveraging it as a competitive advantage. From adapting your perspective to listening deeply to…
In this episode of the Drop in CEO podcast, host Deb Coviello welcomes Joe Bockerstette, Managing Partner at Business Enterprise Mapping. Joe shares his journey from engineering to consulting, angel investing, and leading transformative workflow improvements for organizations. Together, they discuss the realities of process management, the challenges of change leadership, and practical advice for…
In this episode of the Drop in CEO podcast, host Deb Coviello welcomes Terry Blachek, an accomplished entrepreneur and franchise leader with over 35 years of experience in the health, fitness, and consumer lifestyle sectors. Terry shares his journey from humble beginnings to scaling major fitness brands like Orange Theory Fitness, discusses the importance of clarity, business models, and mindset,…
In this episode of the Drop in CEO podcast, Deb Coviello welcomes back Todd Wilkowski, a seasoned fractional general counsel and trusted advisor to family-owned and closely held businesses. Together, they explore the evolution of the fractional executive model, the importance of building relationships over transactions, and how proactive legal and business strategies can empower small and…
In this episode of the Drop in CEO podcast, Deb Coviello explores the pitfalls of short-term thinking among CEOs and introduces the concept of fractional leadership as a solution for sustainable success. Deb shares personal stories, client experiences, and practical questions to help leaders move from crisis management to strategic, balanced leadership. Episode Highlights: [0:24] Introduction: The…
In this episode of the Drop in CEO podcast, host Deb Coviello welcomes serial entrepreneur and author Elle George. Together, they explore the critical lessons of business partnerships, the importance of alignment, and how to recover and thrive after setbacks. Elle shares insights from her new book, "Before You Shake Hands," offering practical advice for leaders navigating complex relationships.…
In this episode of the Drop in CEO Podcast, Deb Coviello explores what it truly means to be a CEO, emphasizing that leadership is about value and impact, not just titles. Through personal stories and actionable advice, Deb encourages listeners to recognize their own gifts, shift their mindset, and take steps toward leaving a legacy in their organizations. Episode Highlights: 01:00 - Introduction:…
In this episode of the Drop In CEO Podcast, Deb Coviello explores the power of fractional leadership for businesses facing crisis or transformation. She shares practical strategies for leveraging outside expertise, discusses the value of upskilling through curated audio mini-courses, and offers actionable steps for leaders to assess and fill skill gaps within their teams. Episode Highlights…
In this episode of the Drop In CEO Podcast, host Deb Coviello explores how C-Suite leaders can successfully navigate constant change. Deb shares actionable strategies, real client stories, and a practical playbook to help leaders adapt, communicate, and sustain change in their organizations. Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction: The importance of adapting to change as a leader 02:13 - The four…
