The Executive Appeal with Alex D. Tremble
Leadership isn’t just a title—it’s an impact.
The Executive Appeal is the podcast for executive leaders and HR professionals who are serious about growth: their own, their teams’, and their organizations’. Hosted by Alex D. Tremble, bestselling author and leadership expert, this podcast delivers no-fluff strategies, real-world insights, and conversations that matter.
Each episode features top HR executives and senior leaders sharing their experiences, strategies, and lessons learned from the trenches of leadership. On solo episodes, Alex breaks down practical tools and actionable advice to help you:
-Navigate complex challenges with confidence.
-Develop yourself and those around you.
-Build influence, improve team performance, and drive measurable results.
And here’s the best part: we tackle these senior-level conversations with energy, authenticity, and a few laughs along the way. Because learning to lead better doesn’t have to feel like homework—it should inspire, energize, and maybe even make you smile.
If you’re ready to go beyond the buzzwords and lead with clarity, intention, and impact—this is your edge.
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 42 minutes
- Episodes
- 180
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
EP 167: How to Influence Senior Leaders and Advance Your Career
💼 The leadership skill no one talks about—but everyone needs.
Most leaders talk about managing teams. But what if the real game-changer in your career isn’t just managing down... it's managing up?
🎙️ O…
EP 166: Mastering Office Politics | How Executives Win with Political Savvy
Are You Making This Executive Mistake?
Most executives don’t fail because they lack skills—they fail because they don’t know how to play the game. Are you making the same political missteps that cost …
EP 165: Leading Through Change | Overcoming Resistance and Re-Energizing Your Team
Are You Wasting Time on Change Initiatives That Go Nowhere? (Stop NOW.) 🚨
Is your team overwhelmed? Are your change efforts stalling? Are you ready to stop guessing and start leading with certainty?
On…
EP 164: The Hidden Currency of Executive Leadership
Are you working harder than everyone else but still feeling stuck? 🤔 What if the key to your biggest breakthrough isn’t more skills—but stronger relationships? 🤝✨
In today’s episode of The Executive A…
EP 163: Beyond Strategy - The Leadership Challenge | Eric Pliner
🚨 Are your moral compass and your business decisions in a constant tug-of-war? 🚨
Leadership isn't just about spreadsheets; it's about navigating the messy, human side of tough calls. Choices that help…
EP 162: From Layoff to Leadership | Navigating Career Transitions with Doretha Polite
Laid off? Here’s what to do next.
Losing your job—especially when you’ve dedicated years to an organization—can feel overwhelming. With federal government layoffs and job cuts happening across indust…
EP 161: Inclusive Business - Leadership & Strategy | Kevin Clayton
How do you build a truly inclusive organization that drives real results? What does it mean to move beyond surface-level concepts and create a culture of belonging? And how can you tie inclusive prac…
EP 160: Success Has No Favorites | Learning from Every Source
Ever dismissed a valuable insight simply because of who it came from? It's a common leadership pitfall.
On today's Executive Appeal Podcast, I, Alex Tremble, CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions, explore w…
EP 159: Mastering the Art of Executive Fit with Kevin M. Sligh
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Kevin M. Sligh Sr, MBA (Founder and CEO of Promethean Global Consulting…
EP 158: Knowing Your Worth | Thriving Beyond a Disengaged Workplace
Are You Undervalued at Work? Here’s How to Take Back Control.
Too many high-performing executive leaders stay stuck in workplaces that don’t recognize their worth. They’re overworked, underappreciated…
EP 157: Trust | The Foundation for Retention, Engagement, and Proactivity
Do You Struggle to Build Trust with Your Team?
If you’re finding it hard to retain top talent, engage your employees, or inspire proactive behavior, there’s one root cause you can’t ignore: trust.
With…
EP 156: Purpose-Driven Leadership: Coaching for Impact with Chris Hughes
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Chris Hughes, President & CEO of The Way Forward, delves into the essen…
EP 155: Fostering Proactivity and Embracing Diverse Perspectives with Tony L. Butler-Sims
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Tony L. Butler-Sims (Chief Operating Officer at the Center for Internat…
EP 154: Balancing Information and Intentionality with Timothy Horn
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Timothy Horn, Director, Integrated Talent Management as they discuss ex…
EP 153: Find Fulfillment in Your Work and Focus on Your Passion with Scott Sell
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & #KeynoteSpeaker) and Scott Sell, Chief Talent Acquisition Officer at Mercy as they discuss …
EP 152: Progress at Your Pace: Kimberly Covington on Leadership & Patience
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Kimberly Covington (Human Resources Director at Pathways to Housing DC) …
EP 151: Building Cohesive Cultures: HR Insights from Sarah Ghessie
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Sarah Ghessie (Senior HR Director at Fundrise) as they discuss how to cr…
EP 150: Lead with Purpose: Juan Ramirez on Choosing Your Why & Inspiring Change
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Juan Ramirez (Regional Growth Director at Oak Street Health) as they dis…
EP 149: Inside Executive HR: Jason Risoli on Growth, Discipline & Success
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Jason Risoli (Founder of Grassroots Talent Solutions and Global Head/VP …
EP 148: Build Strong Virtual Teams with Expert Tips from Peter Bonner
On today's episode of The Executive Appeal Podcast join Alex D. Tremble (CEO of GPS Leadership Solutions & KeynoteSpeaker) and Peter Bonner (President and Founder of Bonner Enterprises) as they discu…