Leadership & Learning Podcast

The Leadership and Learning Podcast features building material and construction industry leaders, legends, icons, and subject matter experts who share their leadership experiences and insights to help you become a more effective leader.

The target audience is for all levels of leaders in any industry. However it is definitely the podcast for you if you're an emerging leader or involved in managing / leading anyone in the building material and construction industries - manufacturing, distribution, sales, accounting, human resources, customer service or technical support.

Industry associations, college and high school students will also benefit from the lessons shared in this podcast.

The host is Randy Goruk.

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Episode #154 - Leadership Development Challenges and Solutions with Randy Goruk

This episode of the Leadership and Learning Podcast offers a practical and inspiring roadmap for leaders seeking to make a greater impact in 2026 and beyond.

Host Randy Goruk explores three core challenges facing today’s leaders while sharing actionable strategies that drive real results.

Listeners will discover how intentional leadership development, consistent engagement, and value-driven safety practices can transform organizations and teams.

The episode also introduces coaching programs, interactive courses, and resources designed to support leaders at every stage.

Listeners will learn:

The three biggest pain points currently facing leaders and organizations.

Why promoting technical experts without leadership training is risky.

Practical ways leaders can improve retention and engagement in their teams.

The role of consistent, present, and invested leadership in building positive work environments.

How to shift safety messaging from rules-based to value-driven leadership.

Solutions and actionable strategies for developing leaders at all levels through training and feedback.

Resources available for leadership growth.

The importance of small, consistent improvements in achieving effective leadership.