I Have Some Questions...
Erik Berglund
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About This Podcast
Most people know the headline of a leader’s story. Few know the path it took to get there. This podcast goes beyond titles, book launches and business wins, to explore the lived journey behind the thought leader.
Through deep, unhurried conversations, we uncover the moments that shaped them—the doubts, pivots, convictions, and quiet breakthroughs that built their body of work.
Each episode features authors, coaches, executives, and bold thinkers who have forged their own path. Instead of rehearsed talking points, they’re invited into a space where thoughtful questions unlock something more human. The result is a layered conversation that reveals not just what they preach, but how they became the kind of person who can teach it.
Because we believe the best stories aren’t always told—they’re revealed. And when brilliant people are given the right questions and the room to answer them fully, what emerges is insight you can feel, frameworks you can apply, and a deeper understanding of what it truly takes to lead, create, and contribute at a meaningful level.
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Recent Episodes
123: "Should Your Frontline Contribution Eventually Drop to Zero?" (lessons from Staci Lynn)
🧠 Erik’s TakeLeadership isn’t an upgrade—it’s a tradeoff. In this reflection on his conversation with Staci Lynn, Erik unpacks the uncomfortable truth most new leaders eventually face: the better you…
122: "What If Leadership Isn’t About Being the Expert?" ft. Staci Lynn
What actually makes someone a good leader once the title changes? In this wide-ranging conversation, Erik sits down with Staci Lynn—COO, fractional executive, and senior living operator—to unpack…
121: "What If What Got You here is now Burning You Out?" (ft. Alli Murphy)
Even high-performing leaders hit walls.In this candid, unscripted conversation, Erik and recurring co-host Alli Murphy unpack something most leaders experience—but rarely admit: the funk.Whether it’s…
120: "Can Trust Be Digitized—and How?" (lessons from Tony Camero)
🧠 Erik’s TakeTrust isn’t abstract—it’s already being calculated all around us. The problem is that most of the systems we rely on are crude proxies: resumes, credit scores, follower counts, and…
119: "Do We Exchange Trust Before We Exchange Money?" ft. Tony Camero
In this conversation, Erik sits down with Tony Camero, founder of Scend Technologies and creator of TrustMesh, to explore one of the most foundational (and misunderstood) forces in human systems:…
118: "Is There Actually a Playbook for Building Trust as a New Leader?" ft. Alli Murphy
Trust isn’t built by proving you’re right—it’s built by proving you’re safe to work with. In this co-hosted conversation, Erik and Alli unpack what it actually takes to earn trust when you’re new,…
117: "AI Doesn't Remove the Human Layer—It Amplifies It" (lessons from Parth Vaghasiya)
🧠 Erik’s TakeIn this Reaction Episode, Erik reflects on his powerful interview with Parth Vaghasiya—a tech leader from India rethinking how AI is actually deployed at scale. What stood out most…
116: "Is India Quietly Redefining Scalable AI Leadership?" ft. Parth Vaghasiya
In this thought-provoking conversation, Erik sits down with Parth Vaghasiya, a technology and business leader from Gujarat, India, who’s quietly pioneering what it means to lead at scale with AI in…
115: "Is Your Once-Greatest Strength Now Holding You Back?" ft. Alli Murphy
In this co-hosted conversation, Erik Berglund and Alli Murphy explore a deceptively simple leadership trap: when your greatest strength becomes the very thing holding you back. From overthinking and…
114: "Are You Managing Your Strengths Like a Portfolio?" (lessons from David Nickelson)
🧠 Erik’s TakeErik reflects on his interview with Dr. David Nickelson, a true polymath with a rare blend of psychology, law, and business. What stuck with Erik wasn’t just David’s accomplishments—but…
113: "Knowing Your Limitations Is a Great Leadership Asset" ft. David Nickelson
Dr. David Nickelson is a clinical psychologist, attorney and business strategist whose career spans Capitol Hill to corporate boardrooms. In this episode, Erik explores how David’s rare combination…
112: "How Should Leaders Manage in Moments of Uncertainty?" ft. Alli Murphy
Uncertainty isn’t new — but leaders still keep making the same mistakes when it shows up. In this candid collab, Erik Berglund and co-host Alli Murphy unpack what not to do when things feel unstable,…
111: "Are You Taking Your Infrastructure For Granted?" (lessons from Victor Almeida)
🧠 Erik’s TakeIn this follow-up to his interview with Victor Almeida, Erik zooms out to reflect on what building a digital business really looks like in Latin America—and what North American…
110: "Is Survival Mode Your Greatest Startup Asset?" ft. Victor Almeida
Victor Almeida joins Erik from Ecuador to talk about what it really takes to build and scale a digital company in Latin America. From leading operations at Promotick Mexico to bootstrapping a startup…
109: "How Playing the 'Chief Everything Officer' Role Leads to Burnout" ft. Alli Murphy
It’s only mid-January, and Erik and Alli are already fielding DMs from high-achievers who are feeling… fried. Instead of the usual New Year buzz, there’s burnout, exhaustion, and the quiet voice…
108: Are You Solving the Wrong Problem Really Well?" (lessons from Bruce Vojak)
🧠 Erik’s TakeErik reflects on his wide-ranging conversation with innovation expert Bruce Vojak and explores how innovation really works inside mature companies. While Erik lives and works in the…
107: "Is a New Question More Valuable Than a New Solution When Innovating? ft. Bruce Vojak
What if the next big innovation came from a box cutter? Erik sits down with Bruce Vojak—advisor, executive, and author—to explore the surprising, human-driven process of innovation inside mature…
106: "SMART Goals vs. Vector Goals: Which One Belongs in 2026?" ft. Alli Murphy
In this thought-provoking conversation, Erik and Alli explore a noticeable shift in how people are setting goals in 2026. Instead of laser-focused metrics and traditional SMART goals, more people are…
105: "Do You Know What Kind of Puzzle Piece You’re Actually Looking For?" (lessons from Brett Jesson)
🧠 Erik’s Take In this post-interview reflection, Erik revisits key insights from his conversation with Brett Jesson, Chief Growth Officer at DDC Group. What stands out isn’t just Brett’s strategic…
104: "How Do You Build Culture That Isn’t Just a Slide Deck?" ft. Brett Jesson
In this episode, Erik sits down with Brett Jesson, a strategic leader driving growth at a global business process management enterprise. What unfolds is a conversation that transcends business talk…
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I Have Some Questions... has published 121 episodes since June 2025, covering topics in Business, Careers.
I Have Some Questions... is currently highly active with new episodes every few days. Average episode length is 34m.
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