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The Unscripted Leader Podcast

The Unscripted Leader Podcast

Di: Steve Margerin | Brand Managers
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 Welcome to The Unscripted Leader, where your host, Steve Margerin, dives into real, raw conversations with entrepreneurs, founders, and visionaries who are shaping the world of business. This podcast is all about authentic leadership—unpacking the challenges, triumphs, and lessons of those navigating the messy, rewarding path of growth. From accidental CEOs to seasoned innovators, our guests share actionable insights to help you lead with purpose, align your team, and scale without losing your spark. If you’re a business owner, aspiring leader, or just love stories of grit and clarity, tune in to get inspired, rethink your approach, and join a community passionate about leading unscripted. Subscribe now for weekly doses of wisdom to fuel your journey!Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Economia Gestione e leadership Management
Episodi
  • Productive Conflict & Positive Intent (VIDEO)

    Productive Conflict & Positive Intent (VIDEO)
    Jan 30 2026
    In this episode of The Unscripted Leader, host Steve Margerin sits down with Clint Hooppaw—Mayor of Apple Valley, Minnesota and leadership coach behind High Point Advisors—for a refreshingly honest conversation about leading with intention in challenging environments. Clint brings 30+ years of executive experience and over a decade in public service to explore how leaders can embrace productive conflict, recognize the loudest voices aren’t always the majority, and create space for meaningful dialogue—even when emotions run high. Guest Introduction: Clint Hooppaw is the Mayor of Apple Valley, MN and a seasoned executive with more than 30 years in banking and credit unions. Alongside his public service career, Clint leads High Point Advisors, helping financial institutions strengthen leadership, communication, and decision-making. Known for his thoughtful approach to conflict and consensus-building, Clint bridges public and private leadership in a uniquely relatable way. Key Takeaways:
    • Productive conflict is essential—if everyone agrees all the time, someone isn’t needed.
    • The loudest voices aren’t the majority; leaders must seek out quieter perspectives.
    • Assuming positive intent changes the tone of disagreements and fosters trust.
    • Public service and corporate leadership share surprising similarities in conflict, culture, and communication.
    • Titles often create hesitation—leaders must intentionally draw out unheard voices.

    Keywords: The Unscripted Leader, Steve Margerin, Clint Hooppaw, Apple Valley Mayor, High Point Advisors, productive conflict, leadership communication, positive intent, public service leadership, conflict resolution, verbal judo, executive coaching, civic leadership, organizational culture, consensus building
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    46 min
  • Productive Conflict & Positive Intent (AUDIO)

    Productive Conflict & Positive Intent (AUDIO)
    Jan 30 2026
    In this episode of The Unscripted Leader, host Steve Margerin sits down with Clint Hooppaw—Mayor of Apple Valley, Minnesota and leadership coach behind High Point Advisors—for a refreshingly honest conversation about leading with intention in challenging environments. Clint brings 30+ years of executive experience and over a decade in public service to explore how leaders can embrace productive conflict, recognize the loudest voices aren’t always the majority, and create space for meaningful dialogue—even when emotions run high. Guest Introduction: Clint Hooppaw is the Mayor of Apple Valley, MN and a seasoned executive with more than 30 years in banking and credit unions. Alongside his public service career, Clint leads High Point Advisors, helping financial institutions strengthen leadership, communication, and decision-making. Known for his thoughtful approach to conflict and consensus-building, Clint bridges public and private leadership in a uniquely relatable way. Key Takeaways:
    • Productive conflict is essential—if everyone agrees all the time, someone isn’t needed.
    • The loudest voices aren’t the majority; leaders must seek out quieter perspectives.
    • Assuming positive intent changes the tone of disagreements and fosters trust.
    • Public service and corporate leadership share surprising similarities in conflict, culture, and communication.
    • Titles often create hesitation—leaders must intentionally draw out unheard voices.

    Keywords: The Unscripted Leader, Steve Margerin, Clint Hooppaw, Apple Valley Mayor, High Point Advisors, productive conflict, leadership communication, positive intent, public service leadership, conflict resolution, verbal judo, executive coaching, civic leadership, organizational culture, consensus building
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    46 min
  • (VIDEO) AI for the Everyday Business

    (VIDEO) AI for the Everyday Business
    Nov 10 2025
    In this episode of The Unscripted Leader, host Steve Margerin sits down with Dustin Bruzenak, CEO of Modern Logic, to talk about how artificial intelligence is reshaping the business landscape—especially for small and mid-sized companies. Dustin shares how AI is democratizing technology, freeing up teams from repetitive tasks, and empowering leaders to focus on creativity, innovation, and purpose-driven growth. If you’ve been curious (or even skeptical) about how to actually make AI work in your organization, this conversation breaks it down with clarity, humor, and hard-earned experience. Guest Introduction: Dustin Bruzenak is the CEO and co-founder of Modern Logic, a digital innovation firm specializing in helping small and mid-sized businesses leverage AI and automation. With over 15 years of experience leading technology ventures—including five startups he’s founded—Dustin’s passion lies in making emerging technologies accessible, ethical, and actionable for everyday business leaders. Key Takeaways:
    • AI is not just for big tech—small businesses can see real ROI within months by automating repetitive work.
    • The most effective leaders are those learning how to apply AI strategically, not just tactically.
    • “Human-in-the-loop” workflows are essential to keep authenticity and prevent what Dustin calls work slop—AI output without human empathy.
    • Use frameworks like ICE (Impact, Confidence, Ease) to prioritize where to apply AI in your business.
    • The next revolution is agentic AI—systems that act on tasks autonomously—but we’re not there yet. Start simple, start now.
    • AI adoption isn’t about replacement; it’s about reallocation—freeing people to do more meaningful, creative work.

    Chapter Markers: 0:00 – Intro 1:00 – Welcome and Guest Introduction 2:20 – Why AI is the “Industrial Revolution” of our time 5:20 – Dustin’s entrepreneurial journey and founding of Modern Logic 8:00 – Making AI accessible for small and mid-sized businesses 10:00 – The real-world impact of AI on jobs and creativity 13:30 – How AI empowers small teams to scale faster 17:00 – Rapid ROI: How businesses are saving hours (and headcount) with automation 20:00 – The ethics of AI and the role of human oversight 23:00 – Preparing the next generation of talent for an AI-driven economy 26:00 – Practical advice for business leaders starting with AI 28:00 – Top 3 AI use cases moving the needle today 31:00 – The future of agentic AI and where it’s headed next 33:00 – Human creativity, authenticity, and “work slop” 36:00 – Closing reflections on leadership in the age of AI

    Keywords: Steve Margerin, Dustin Bruzenak, The Unscripted Leader, Modern Logic, AI for business, artificial intelligence, small business automation, AI strategy, human-in-the-loop, digital transformation, leadership podcast, business innovation, agentic AI, AI consulting, AI workflow automation
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    51 min
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