10/13/2026
For our 100th episode of Bring Out the Talent, we’re thrilled to welcome back Bruce Tulgan, our very first guest in 2021.
Bruce is a highly respected voice in leadership and management, a bestselling author of 21 books, and a sought-after keynote speaker who has taken the stage at some of the largest and most influential conferences in our industry. As founder and CEO of RainmakerThinking, he brings more than 30 years of research and experience helping organizations develop stronger leaders and more effective managers.
His workplace research has involved more than half a million participants across more than 400 organizations. He has worked with leaders at American Express, Deloitte, IBM, ESPN, Target, and the U.S. Armed Forces, among many others. His books include It’s Okay to Be the Boss and The Art of Being Indispensable at Work.
Bruce also draws on more than 50 years of studying and teaching classical Okinawan karate, a lifelong pursuit explored in his forthcoming memoir, The Karate Master and Me.
In this milestone episode, we explore how the practice of karate connects to being a good leader: responding thoughtfully under pressure, building discipline, and helping others grow. We also discuss what has changed since our first conversation and which leadership fundamentals still hold true.
It’s an honor to celebrate our 100th episode with Bruce, whose knowledge, humor, and practical insights made him such a memorable first guest.
