#245 Todd Davis: 30 Years at FranklinCovey—7 Habits They Don’t Teach in Business School — Part One

Leadership advice is everywhere, but Todd Davis has spent 30 years at FranklinCovey actually proving what works. As the former Chief People Officer, he didn’t just teach leadership—he lived it. From recruiting and training top talent to coaching CEOs, Todd has seen the best and worst of workplace culture. And in case you’re wondering—yes, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People still apply (maybe now more than ever). In Part 1, Todd shares how he accidentally landed at FranklinCovey, built a career around leadership and trust, and why most organizations completely misunderstand what it means to be “effective.” If you’ve ever been in a job where meetings multiply, work feels chaotic, and leaders seem out of touch, this episode is your guide to what actually works. Key Highlights of Our Interview: From Recruiting to the C-Suite – “I was just hiring people. Then suddenly, I was leading them.” How Todd built a 30-year career at FranklinCovey without a roadmap. The Secret to Long-Term Career Growth – “I didn’t hop around jobs. I stayed put and made an impact.” Why depth beats breadth when it comes to leadership growth. The 7 Habits Still Work—Here’s Why – “They’re not business tactics. They’re human principles.” Why Covey’s habits still drive success decades later. What’s Wrong With Workplaces Today? – “People don’t hate work. They hate how work is designed.” The biggest reasons employees feel drained—and how leaders can fix it. The #1 Leadership Skill People Get Wrong – “Most leaders think they’re clear. They’re not.” How poor communication destroys trust in organizations. ______________________ Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guests: Todd Davis ______________________ --Chief Change Officer-- Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself. Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep, Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts. 10 Million+ All-Time Downloads. Reaching 80+ Countries Daily. Global Top 3% Podcast. Top 10 US Business. Top 1 US Careers. >>>130,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<< --Chief Change Officer-- Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself. Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligence for Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep, Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts. EdTech Leadership Awards 2025 Finalist. 20 Million+ All-Time Downloads. 80+ Countries Reached Daily. Global Top 1% Podcast. Top 5 US Business. Top 1 US Careers. >>>180,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.<<<