In this episode, Michael is joined by David Richards, Senior Vice President of Programming at Audacy and a friend of over 40 years. Dave shares his journey from an uncertain start in college to becoming a leader in the radio and digital audio industry, driven by a deep passion for music, creativity, and brand building. His central life lesson focuses on the power of vision, focus, and strategic thinking—recognizing that success isn’t about doing everything, but about identifying the one thing you do best and building relentlessly around it. Through lessons learned from both great and poor leadership, Dave emphasizes that clarity of purpose and empathy in leadership are what sustain personal and organizational success.
Referenced Books and Websites
StrengthsFinder by Tom Rath — referenced in the discussion about recognizing and working with personal strengths instead of battling weaknesses.
Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy — mentioned when discussing how finding the right people (the "who") matters more than struggling to solve every problem yourself.
Make Noise by Eric Nuzum — cited for exercises in clarifying your brand's or podcast’s focus into a concise, powerful identity.
Audacy — Dave’s company, a major multi-platform audio content provider.
For more information on the non-profit mentioned in the commercial break, please visit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).
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