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One Big Thought

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Episode 19: 7 Mistakes to Avoid as a Leader

August 14, 2019 20:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

As we continue on our leadership journey, here are 7 areas - pitfalls, mistakes to avoid as a leader: ONE: Leading from "What" Instead of "Why" TWO: Leading out of Position Instead of Influence THREE: Enjoying Conflict for the Sake of Conflict FOUR: Blaming Everyone Else for the Problem - "Blame Shift" FIVE: Thinking You've Arrived and Have Stopped Learning SIX: Under Communicating SEVEN: Poor Calendar / Time Management  Oct. 11 Live2Lead Event Info

Episode 18: Burnout

July 22, 2019 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

So what happens when "just being tired" pushes the line towards officially burnt out? In this episode I talk about not only the causes and signs of burnout, but also how to begin to recover. John Maxwell Live2Lead Event DISC Assessment Information

Episode 17: Why Some People are Successful

June 13, 2019 20:00 - 14 minutes - 9.75 MB

“If you really look closely, most overnight successes took a long time.” Steve Jobs You do not wake up successful.  But, have you ever wondered why some people are successful?  Maybe it’s luck, maybe they were born into the right family / environment?  Maybe those are excuses for you to not be successful? 5 Reasons why only a few people succeed: One: They Know Their Why Two: They Value Their Rest Three: They Live Within or Below Their Means Four: They are Lifelong Learners Five: They Prio...

Episode 16: Communicating and Connecting

May 25, 2019 16:00 - 17 minutes - 8.07 MB

Connecting with people, through communication, increases your influence in every situation.  But, communication is about adding value to people. Everyone communications, but few people really connect on a level that adds value and influence. Recommended Book Resource: "Everyone Communicates Few Connect" by John C. Maxwell. We can also communicate better by understanding and being aware of how we are wired.  The way we communicate and the way others like to be communicated to. For more in...

Episode 15: Interview with Anthony Thomas, LCSW on How to Conquer your Fears

May 02, 2019 20:00 - 32 minutes - 14.7 MB

Join me for an insightful episode as I interview Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Anthony Thomas on How to Conquer your Fears. For more information about Anthony's counseling visit: http://www.raleighmarriage.com/

Episode 14: Control the Controllables

April 13, 2019 15:00 - 14 minutes - 6.61 MB

How we make people feel when they are around us.  Or how we make people feel when they work with or for us.  And, how customers feel when they buy from us. This brings us to "The Golden Rule": Do Unto Others as You Would Have Them Do Unto You. How we want to be treated, is how we should treat other people. As a leader you and I have a unique opportunity to shape and influence other people.  Leaders have not just an opportunity, but a responsibility.  Leaders can and will either lead out o...

Episode 13: Interview with Former MLB Player Pat Watkins on Leadership & Teamwork

March 26, 2019 04:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MB

Join me on this special Episode as I interview former Major League Baseball Player, Pat Watkins, on teamwork and leadership.

Episode 12: People, Vision, & Problems

March 14, 2019 04:00 - 15 minutes - 7.13 MB

In leadership, you are either growing or dying.   Everything really does rise and fall on leadership.   And wherever you are in the organization, you have the ability to lead and influence.  Which means, just like me, you need to continue to grow and stretch.  Here are a few take aways for you to think about and implement: ONE: People are Different Leverage the uniqueness and strengths of the team. DISC Assessment link mentioned in podcast: https://www.andygeorgecoaching.com/disc TWO: V...

Episode 11: Leadership GRIT

March 06, 2019 05:00 - 15 minutes - 6.99 MB

What does it take to lead, succeed, produce, hit goals, reach markers, and develop into the leader you can become?  Grit.  It takes Leadership Grit. Grit is the perseverance and passion for long-term goals.  Grit is the internal drive that keeps you and me from quitting and just giving up.  Grit is also fragile and easy to damage and lose. There has been a thought rattling around in my head for a while now, "Anyone can but not everyone does."   What do you think about that statement?  Her...

Episode 10: 5 Qualities of a Healthy Leader

February 18, 2019 05:00 - 13 minutes - 6.04 MB

I hope you have had the opportunity to have either worked for or with a healthy leader. Or at the least have seen a good, healthy and strong leader. But what makes these leaders healthy? You can ask that same question about you as a leader. What makes you healthy? The kind of leader that others respect and want to be around. Unfortunately, we can probably all think about leaders and leader qualities that are not very healthy. Here are 5 Qualities of a Healthy Leader: ONE. Influence. A hea...

Episode 9: 5 ways to Maximize Your Day

February 11, 2019 05:00 - 14 minutes - 6.57 MB

I am sure you have had days where you have felt like you were very productive.  And, I am sure you have had days where you felt like you didn’t want to get out of bed.  Days where you were sluggish at best. There are a few key ways that help me get the maximum potential out of every day.  I would be lying if I said I have arrived in doing this every - single - day.  But, for the most part, when I am able to implement what I am about to share with you, I know that I will have a productive da...

Episode 8: Stop Being Comfortable

February 06, 2019 05:00 - 18 minutes - 8.5 MB

“If we’re growing we’re always going to be out of our comfort zone.” - John Maxwell  Stop being so comfortable!    But isn’t comfort the ultimate goal?   Being comfortable financially, relationally, emotionally, physically, spiritually?  Our culture pushes comfort.  The attitude of culture that has impacted everyone of us is, “Just do whatever feels good, whenever you want, and with whomever you want.”  If something gets uncomfortable…we have a tendency to just give up.  Think about tha...

Episode 7: Attitude of Excellence

February 02, 2019 05:00 - 14 minutes - 6.86 MB

Attitude of Excellence To understand "Excellence" it may be good to start with what excellence is NOT: It does not mean Perfection. Often perfectionism comes from a place of our own inner ego or pride. The feeling that it "has" to be perfect or I have failed. Perfection is more about how I look rather than adding value to those around me.  Here's some advice...you will never be perfect. That is not a bad thing, nor does it mean you no longer strive to become better each day. In fact, know...

Episode 6: Super Bowl Edition

January 31, 2019 05:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MB

With the Super Bowl approaching, this is a special interview I was able to do with former NC State & NFL (Tampa Bay / Cleveland Browns) player, Pat Teague. Pat is also the Creator of Sports Missions Outreach.

Episode 5: Interview with Rachael Smith

January 30, 2019 05:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MB

My interview with the Founder & Executive Director of "Oh Lord Help Us" - Rachael Smith. For more information visit: www.ohlordhelp.us

Episode 4: Passion Vampires

January 29, 2019 05:00 - 19 minutes - 9.21 MB

Do not allow the "Passion Vampires" to suck the life, hope, dream, and passion from you! In order to avoid these vampires, let me define a few of them: Fear Doubt Stress Finances Negative People Circumstances Poor Self - Esteem Hurts and Wounds from the Past I think you get the point. If you think about how many times a day, if you allow them, these type of vampires will absolutely suck the joy and life out of you. Crushing your dreams, breaking your heart, leaving you weak and def...

Episode 3: Sleepwalking

January 28, 2019 05:00 - 17 minutes - 8.13 MB

Have you ever had that moment when you looked at where you were in life and said to yourself, "How did I get here"?  There are so many people, probably all of us at some time or another, who have found ourselves sleepwalking through life. In this episode I will address the warning signs that you are sleepwalking and how to wake up to your potential, purpose, and passion. Here are the five warning signs: 1. You just want someone to tell you what to do. 2. You feel that you have already arrive...

Episode 2: All in Leadership

January 23, 2019 05:00 - 16 minutes - 7.46 MB

Are you "All In"? Better yet, are those you lead "All In"? How would you know? What is the state of your heart & mind when you lead?  Sometimes it is not the “thing” that you are doing, but the reason why you are doing it that makes it great and makes all the difference. You’re either all in or all out. How to you know if you’re all in: Your service feels like a privilege & not a sacrifice You measure possible impact & not your personal inconvenience You lead and serve in honor & no...

Episode 1: Get a Towel

January 23, 2019 05:00 - 15 minutes - 7.02 MB

"Everything Rises and Falls on Leadership" John Maxwell In this episode I am going to walk you through and discuss a modern day - real life parable about how different people respond to an issue.   Listen and see where you may find yourself.  Are you: 1. The Coach 2. The Referee 3. The Players 4. The Parents 5. The Girl with the Towel

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