For Leaders By Leaders

By: Kathy Andrews
  • Summary

  • You’re a good leader. You might even be a great one. Whether you’re leading a team of one, two, or three thousand, how you lead determines whether you survive or thrive in the workplace. I’m Kathy Andrews, and this is the For Leaders, By Leaders podcast. We’re here for insightful conversations with real leaders, sharing inspiration and practical advice to help you unlock the best in yourself and those around you. When you face those moments where you ask yourself, “What do I do?” or “How can I do better?”, this podcast is here to guide you. With interviews from influential leaders across industries—CEOs, entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders—we’ll dive into their personal stories, pivotal moments, and the strategies that led to their success. Each episode explores real-world scenarios, leadership challenges, and offers practical, actionable tools that you can apply immediately. Think of this as a leadership coach in your pocket. Join us on your favourite platform, and take your leadership to the next level.
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Episodes
  • On Coaching Culture/ Guest: Tammie Wessels, Principal of Wessels HR
    Apr 17 2025

    What if the key to unlocking your team’s potential isn’t giving answers, but asking the right questions?

    In this episode of For Leaders By Leaders, Principal of Wessels HR and Leadership Coach Tammie Wessels reveals how a coaching culture transforms teams. From her psychology roots to working with top Canadian brands, she shares hard-won leadership insights.

    Hosted by Kathy Andrews, this conversation breaks down coaching vs. mentoring, the psychology of high-performing teams, and why psychological safety is essential.

    Tune in to this episode as we explore:

    (06:05) Shifting to a coaching culture

    (08:07) Cultivating leadership through empowerment

    (12:01) Shift to a long-term coaching mindset

    (14:09) Quick coaching through conversation

    (18:04) Implementing coaching culture training

    (21:31) Empowering recruitment through coaching

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    26 mins
  • On Personal Power/ Guest: Chris Obst
    Apr 3 2025

    In this episode of For Leaders By Leaders, I sit down with Chris Obst, a leadership and team development expert with over 20 years of experience coaching top performers and consulting for leading organizations. Chris is known for his powerful keynotes and ability to translate leadership insights into real-world strategies that drive impact.

    We dive into personal power—what it is, why it matters, and how we can harness it to elevate our energy and performance at work. Chris shares practical ways to avoid common leadership pitfalls, maximize our energy throughout the day, and bring our best selves home to the people who matter most.

    If you're looking for actionable strategies to boost your leadership presence and sustain your energy, this episode is for you!

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    36 mins
  • On Servant Leadership/ Guest: Adam Weiss, CEO of OPISystems
    Mar 27 2025

    Ever wondered how servant leadership can transform your organization? In today’s episode of For Leaders By Leaders, Kathy Andrews is joined by Adam Weiss, CEO of OPISystems, to dive deep into the power of servant leadership. Adam opens up about his journey from engineer to CEO, leading a company that’s tackling the global issue of grain spoilage with cutting-edge technology. He shares how embracing a leadership style rooted in empathy, authenticity, and integrity has been key to building a team that’s not only committed but thriving – and how it’s helped him double revenue along the way.

    Tune in to this episode as we explore:

    (02:06) Adam Weiss’ career journey

    (04:51) The role of empathy in leadership misunderstandings

    (06:50) Overcoming the challenges of servant leadership

    (12:08) Building true connections through authenticity

    (12:57) A deep dive into authentic leadership

    (17:51) Leading with integrity: staying true to yourself

    (21:52) Finding the balance between autonomy and guidance

    (25:44) Key takeaways on servant leadership

    Connect with Adam Weiss here:

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    27 mins

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