Leadership & Success with Coach BZ
Leadership & Success with Coach BZ

Leadership & Success with Coach BZ

Coach BZ (Bob Fabien Zinga)

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Welcome to the Leadership and Success Podcast with your host, Coach “BZ”!
Your Blueprint for Leadership Excellence and Lasting Success.
✨If you’re ready to develop into a stronger, more effective leader!
✨If you’re striving to reach new heights of success — this podcast is for you.
As my mentor, Dr. John C. Maxwell, says: “Everything rises and falls on leadership.”
Each episode is designed to inspire and equip you with practical insights that can positively impact the trajectory of your life and leadership journey. Get ready to grow, lead, and succeed — starting today.

Recent Episodes

S4:E123 🎙️LIVE with CDR Matthew Reese, U.S. Navy
DEC 12, 2025
S4:E123 🎙️LIVE with CDR Matthew Reese, U.S. Navy
S4:E123 🎙️LIVE with CDR Matthew Reese, U.S. NavyLeadership & Success with Coach BZ — Season 4:Episode 123 “Honesty and integrity are essential—without them, nothing else in leadership works.” “If you want trust, lead with truth. If you want loyalty, lead with consistency.” “Integrity isn’t a talking point for leaders—it’s the operating system.” Transformational Naval Commander | Visionary AI Innovator | Purpose-Driven Mentor🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-reese-0a805821/ Mark your calendars — you do not want to miss this one. ⸻ 📅 Wednesday, December 10, 2025 ⏰ 1:00 PM PT (San Francisco)⏰ 2:00 PM MT (Broomfield, CO)⏰ 4:00 PM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn → [RSVP & Join the Discussion] ⸻ CDR Reese is a transformational Naval leader, a Mission Commander, and a Program Manager who has led Sailors across aviation, cyber, and joint operations around the world. I had the privilege of serving directly under him at SPAWAR San Diego, where he was my Program Manager—equivalent to a Commanding Officer—and I served as his Deputy Program Manager, the Executive Officer-equivalent, for two national-level programs supporting more than 186 Sailors. He led with integrity, mentorship, and an uncommon commitment to preparing the next generation of leaders, including personally grooming me to take over as Program Manager when he departed. Beyond his military accomplishments, he is also a visionary AI and data science leader in industry, an educator, and a purpose-driven mentor passionate about shaping the future. It is a privilege to bring his wisdom, his experience, and his leadership philosophy to our global audience today.  ⭐ What You Will Learn… ⚓ Command Presence & Integrity How a Naval Mission Commander leads under pressure — from PACFLT action centers to Afghanistan and global joint operations. 🤖 AI, Data Science & Future-Ready Leadership How CDR Reese bridges the worlds of naval command, machine learning, and enterprise analytics. 📈 Building Leaders, Not Followers Insights from mentoring hundreds of Sailors, developing future Naval Officers, and grooming successors — including my own journey under his leadership at SPAWAR. 💥 Resilience, Reinvention & Personal Growth Why failure is a teacher, how transitions can strengthen your identity, and how purpose fuels long-term leadership. 🎓 Youth Mentorship & Legacy The powerful reason he invests so deeply in shaping the next generation of leaders. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from?Drop your city, region, or country below! 🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today? 🎙️ Got leadership, AI, or mentorship questions for CDR Reese?Post them below — we will answer them LIVE during the show! ⸻ 👇 After the Episode, I Want to Hear From You: ➡️ What are your top THREE takeaways from S4:E123?➡️ What leadership insight are you applying this week?➡️ Tag a colleague, junior officer, or teammate who needs to hear this conversation. ❤️🙏🏾
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S4E113AI RECAP (VIDEO) LIVE with Brian Ahearn
DEC 10, 2025
S4E113AI RECAP (VIDEO) LIVE with Brian Ahearn
S4E113AI RECAP🎙️LIVE with Brian Ahearn Leadership and Success Podcast with Coach BZ | Season 4 | Episode 113AI RECAP LIVE with Brian Ahearn A 10-Minute Leadership Breakdown for Busy Professionals If you missed the full hour-long conversation with ethical influence expert Brian Ahearn, CPCU, CTM, CPT, CMCT, you’re in luck. Our AI Agents are back with a fast, powerful highlight reel designed for leaders on the move. Get the essence of the episode in just 10 minutes — insights you can immediately apply whether you are leading Sailors, engineering teams, cybersecurity operations, or high-stakes missions. ⸻ ⚡ S4:E113AI RECAP — Live with Brian Ahearn This is the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Beth AI 📅 Wednesday, December 10, 2025⏰ 7:00 AM PT (San Francisco) | 10:00 AM ET (Atlanta, GA)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn ⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you.Start your morning with a laser-focused, high-value recap of one of the most transformational conversations of Season 4. ⸻ 💡 What You Will Learn ✨ How ethical influence transforms leadership and decision-making✨ Why pre-suasion shapes outcomes before you ever speak✨ How small communication shifts create big leadership impact✨ How faith, integrity, and character elevate influence✨ The psychology behind building trust, credibility, and buy-in✨ Leadership lessons from Brian’s Marine father and the cost of moral courage✨ Why authenticity matters more than ever in the age of AI This recap distills decades of behavioral science and military-tested leadership wisdom into practical, timeless truths. ⸻ 👉 Why Listen? Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer preparing for commandor a Silicon Valley engineer stepping into leadership,this episode gives you strategies to: ✨ Make better decisions✨ Communicate with integrity✨ Grow your influence✨ Lead with purpose and service✨ Become the leader people want to follow Leadership is influence — and influence begins long before you speak. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation LIVE 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — he will answer LIVE during the show. Tag a colleague, teammate, or junior officer who needs this ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ 👇 Your Turn After the recap, share in the comments: ✨ Your top three takeaways✨ The insight you will put into practice this week✨ What resonated most about ethical influence or leadership integrity Your reflections may be exactly what another leader needs today. ⸻ Ready to lead with influence, integrity, and impact?See you LIVE.
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S4E113AI RECAP LIVE with Brian Ahearn
DEC 10, 2025
S4E113AI RECAP LIVE with Brian Ahearn
S4E113AI RECAP🎙️LIVE with Brian Ahearn Leadership and Success Podcast with Coach BZ | Season 4 | Episode 113AI RECAP LIVE with Brian Ahearn A 10-Minute Leadership Breakdown for Busy Professionals If you missed the full hour-long conversation with ethical influence expert Brian Ahearn, CPCU, CTM, CPT, CMCT, you’re in luck. Our AI Agents are back with a fast, powerful highlight reel designed for leaders on the move. Get the essence of the episode in just 10 minutes — insights you can immediately apply whether you are leading Sailors, engineering teams, cybersecurity operations, or high-stakes missions. ⸻ ⚡ S4:E113AI RECAP — Live with Brian Ahearn This is the 10-Minute Highlight Breakdown🧠 Hosted by AI Agents: Joe AI & Beth AI 📅 Wednesday, December 10, 2025⏰ 7:00 AM PT (San Francisco) | 10:00 AM ET (Atlanta, GA)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn ⏰ Busy schedule? We’ve got you.Start your morning with a laser-focused, high-value recap of one of the most transformational conversations of Season 4. ⸻ 💡 What You Will Learn ✨ How ethical influence transforms leadership and decision-making✨ Why pre-suasion shapes outcomes before you ever speak✨ How small communication shifts create big leadership impact✨ How faith, integrity, and character elevate influence✨ The psychology behind building trust, credibility, and buy-in✨ Leadership lessons from Brian’s Marine father and the cost of moral courage✨ Why authenticity matters more than ever in the age of AI This recap distills decades of behavioral science and military-tested leadership wisdom into practical, timeless truths. ⸻ 👉 Why Listen? Whether you’re a Naval Junior Officer preparing for commandor a Silicon Valley engineer stepping into leadership,this episode gives you strategies to: ✨ Make better decisions✨ Communicate with integrity✨ Grow your influence✨ Lead with purpose and service✨ Become the leader people want to follow Leadership is influence — and influence begins long before you speak. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation LIVE 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country!🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — he will answer LIVE during the show. Tag a colleague, teammate, or junior officer who needs this ❤️🙏🏾 ⸻ 👇 Your Turn After the recap, share in the comments: ✨ Your top three takeaways✨ The insight you will put into practice this week✨ What resonated most about ethical influence or leadership integrity Your reflections may be exactly what another leader needs today. ⸻ Ready to lead with influence, integrity, and impact?See you LIVE.
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46 MIN
S4E110AI RECAP (VIDEO) Live with Coach Divya Smith
DEC 8, 2025
S4E110AI RECAP (VIDEO) Live with Coach Divya Smith
S4E110AI RECAP🎙️Live with Coach Divya Smith NEXT EPISODE: Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZSeason 4, Episode 110AI — RECAP Live with Coach Divya Smith 10 Minutes. Powerful Insights. Designed for Busy Leaders. Leaders, mark your calendars — you do NOT want to miss this one.Our AI Agents, Joe AI & Beth AI, return with a rapid-fire, high-impact 10-minute highlight breakdown of my hour-long conversation with the extraordinary Coach Divya Smith — investor, fractional executive, career coach, and former Fortune 100 technology leader. If you couldn’t catch the full episode, this is your chance to get the essential lessons — fast. ⸻ 🗓️ Date: Monday, December 8, 2025⏰ Time: 8:45 AM PT (San Francisco) | 10:45 AM CT (Dallas, TX) | 11:45 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn 🧠 Hosted by AI Agents Joe AI & Beth AI“Leadership insights at the speed of your day.” ⸻ 💡 What You Will Learn in 10 Minutes: ✨ How Coach Divya built a $300M real estate portfolio through clarity, courage, and action✨ Why “Be comfortable being uncomfortable” is the leadership skill of the decade✨ How to articulate your strengths in two sentences — and why it matters✨ The mindset required to overcome rejection, from her 83 “no’s” to her life-changing “yes”✨ The power of building people before building business✨ How to transform your career through strategic action, not analysis paralysis✨ The secret behind her “portfolio career” and how you can design your own life of options, income, and impact This is leadership wisdom distilled for Naval Junior Officers, cybersecurity engineers, tech professionals, and global leaders navigating a world of rapid change. ⸻ 👉 Why Listen? Because leaders grow through action, not information.Whether you’re preparing for command, stepping into your first leadership role, or scaling your influence in the tech world, this AI-powered recap gives you timeless principles and practical strategies to accelerate your leadership journey. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation LIVE! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments.🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show! ⸻ ❤️ Your Turn: What are your top three takeaways from this episode?What insight will you put into practice this week?Share them in the comments — your wisdom could be the breakthrough someone else needs. Tag a colleague, junior officer, engineer, or friend who would benefit from this conversation.Let’s grow together. 🙏🏾🔥 ⸻ #LeadershipAndSuccessPodcast #CoachBZ #AIRecap #DivyaSmith #LeadershipDevelopment #TechLeadership #MilitaryLeadership #CareerTransformation #EmergingLeaders #WomenInLeadership #CybersecurityLeadership #DigitalTransformation #ServantLeadership #GrowthMindset #LeadershipInsights
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42 MIN
S4E110AI RECAP Live with Coach Divya Smith
DEC 8, 2025
S4E110AI RECAP Live with Coach Divya Smith
S4E110AI RECAP🎙️Live with Coach Divya Smith NEXT EPISODE: Leadership & Success Podcast with Coach BZSeason 4, Episode 110AI — RECAP Live with Coach Divya Smith 10 Minutes. Powerful Insights. Designed for Busy Leaders. Leaders, mark your calendars — you do NOT want to miss this one.Our AI Agents, Joe AI & Beth AI, return with a rapid-fire, high-impact 10-minute highlight breakdown of my hour-long conversation with the extraordinary Coach Divya Smith — investor, fractional executive, career coach, and former Fortune 100 technology leader. If you couldn’t catch the full episode, this is your chance to get the essential lessons — fast. ⸻ 🗓️ Date: Monday, December 8, 2025⏰ Time: 8:45 AM PT (San Francisco) | 10:45 AM CT (Dallas, TX) | 11:45 AM ET (Washington, D.C.)📍 LIVE on LinkedIn 🧠 Hosted by AI Agents Joe AI & Beth AI“Leadership insights at the speed of your day.” ⸻ 💡 What You Will Learn in 10 Minutes: ✨ How Coach Divya built a $300M real estate portfolio through clarity, courage, and action✨ Why “Be comfortable being uncomfortable” is the leadership skill of the decade✨ How to articulate your strengths in two sentences — and why it matters✨ The mindset required to overcome rejection, from her 83 “no’s” to her life-changing “yes”✨ The power of building people before building business✨ How to transform your career through strategic action, not analysis paralysis✨ The secret behind her “portfolio career” and how you can design your own life of options, income, and impact This is leadership wisdom distilled for Naval Junior Officers, cybersecurity engineers, tech professionals, and global leaders navigating a world of rapid change. ⸻ 👉 Why Listen? Because leaders grow through action, not information.Whether you’re preparing for command, stepping into your first leadership role, or scaling your influence in the tech world, this AI-powered recap gives you timeless principles and practical strategies to accelerate your leadership journey. ⸻ 💬 Join the Conversation LIVE! 🗺️ Where are you tuning in from? Drop your city, region, or country in the comments.🙏🏽 What is one thing you are grateful for today?💬 Got a leadership question for Coach BZ? Type it below — I’ll answer LIVE during the show! ⸻ ❤️ Your Turn: What are your top three takeaways from this episode?What insight will you put into practice this week?Share them in the comments — your wisdom could be the breakthrough someone else needs. Tag a colleague, junior officer, engineer, or friend who would benefit from this conversation.Let’s grow together. 🙏🏾🔥 ⸻ #LeadershipAndSuccessPodcast #CoachBZ #AIRecap #DivyaSmith #LeadershipDevelopment #TechLeadership #MilitaryLeadership #CareerTransformation #EmergingLeaders #WomenInLeadership #CybersecurityLeadership #DigitalTransformation #ServantLeadership #GrowthMindset #LeadershipInsights
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42 MIN