The John Eades Podcast
230 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 77 ratingsFollow My Lead is a podcast created for you, the young professional, millennial, or aspiring leader. If you are looking for tips, tricks, and hacks from experts about leadership, you are in the right place. Through our interviews we transfer struggles, stories, and best practices of today's leaders to the leaders of tomorrow.
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Demand Better Decisions From Yourself
April 10, 2024 10:30 - 19 minutes - 27.7 MB"Great leaders make great decisions and aren’t afraid to make them." In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, John covers specific stories and strategies to help demand better decision making from yourself. In the show, he covers five key steps to better decisions: Identify the type of decision Choose Your Character Avoid Either Or as much as possible Combine Logic and Emotion Demand a Deadline Now, if you lead a team, don’t forget the bonus #6. You can get the 64-Day E...
How to Navigate Insecurity and Transfer Belief
March 27, 2024 20:01 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MBBelieving in yourself is fantastic, but you know what's better? Helping someone else believe in themselves. In the latest episode, John covers how to navigate insecurity and transfer belief to others. Lower the Stakes Label and Replace Show Gratitude for Opportunities You can get the 64-Day Excellence Planner. Use the code "podcast" to get 20% off.
The Productivity Equation
March 14, 2024 12:18 - 17 minutes - 24 MBIn this week's show, John covers a topic that everyone can improve upon; time management. You can get the 64-Day Excellence Planner Here. Use the code "podcast" at checkout to get 20% off of the Wirebound version. The 64-Day Excellence Planner is: The Perfect Size 8x11 Has Big Spaces to Write Easy to Turn Strong and Sturdy It's a perfect planner to improve your focus and performance. A few of the principles and stories John covers in the show includes: The story of the rock...
The Commitment Continuum with Ryan Webber
March 06, 2024 11:30 - 21 minutes - 31.3 MB"Done is better than perfect." In the latest episode of The John Eades podcast, Ryan Webber CMO of Thomas & Webber. You can now watch the episode on YouTube if you prefer video. Check it out here. You can subscribe to Ryan and Tiffany's Youtube Channel The Real Estate Show on Youtube
The True Measure of a Leader
February 21, 2024 11:45 - 20 minutes - 27.7 MBIn the latest episode of The John Eades Podcast, John covers the important story of "The Wreck of The Persona." A few additional topics include: The Character of a Leader The Core Values of a Leader The Mindset of a Leader You can find The True Measure of a Man from Richard Simmons here.
5 Ways to Be Proactively Responsible
February 07, 2024 11:40 - 21 minutes - 30.7 MB"Leadership is responsibility." In the latest episode of The John Eades Podcast, he covers 5 Ways to Embrace Responsibility in your life. Remember the Ancient Proverb: He who blames others has a long way to go on his journey He who blames himself is halfway there He who blames no one has arrived Get the Leadership Lens newsletter for free
6 Questions to Challenge Your Mind: The Annual Growth Audit
January 24, 2024 20:52 - 20 minutes - 29.9 MB"Without reflection, we go blindly on our way, creating more unintended consequences, and failing to achieve anything useful." - Margaret Wheatley In the latest episode of The John Eades Podcast, John covers 6 Questions to Challenge Your Mind from The Annual Growth Audit. You can download the for free here. What created energy and momentum this year? When did fear cause a lack of action? What did I learn this year? What did I change this year? What do I need to remove to help ...
The Weight You Carry
December 13, 2023 13:19 - 15 minutes - 20.9 MB"Your best performance tomorrow, requires you to remove weight today." In the latest episode, John Eades covered the essential topic of "The Weight You Carry." Everyone is carrying a backpack with them everyday. In it is one of 5 things: The things you have to do The trauma you experienced The responsibilities of life The goals of tomorrow The guilt of mistakes from the past Learn more about how LearnLoft can help improve the performance of your people at learnloft.com. Or have J...
Find Something Hard To Do
November 29, 2023 13:11 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MB"Easy now means hard later, hard now means easy later." In the latest episode, John Eades covers the important topic of finding something hard to do. He challenges you to find something spiritually, professionally, personally, or physically top prepare you for 2024.
The Story of the Egg
November 15, 2023 11:34 - 11 minutes - 16.6 MBEvery act of kindness you’ve done, you’ve done to yourself. Every happy and sad moment ever experienced by any human was, or will be, experienced by you. In the latest episode of The John Eades Podcast, John covers the story of, The Egg, written by Andy Weir. He challenges you to think deeply about your mindset and your actions. You can learn more about developing leaders in your organizationa at LearnLoft.com or invite John to speak at your next event.
How to Be a Warrior in the Garden
September 07, 2023 12:21 - 16 minutes - 24.6 MB"Easy doesn’t make you better." In the latest episode, John Eades covers the Warrior in the Garden story. He also covered the BALA Method, which stands for Believe, Act, Learn, Adjust. You will also hear: The "Man in the Arena" speech by Theodore Roosevelt The open learning culture of airlines versus healthcare And much more Learn more about LearnLoft here or book John to speak to your organization here.
How to Transfer Belief to Others
August 16, 2023 10:26 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBThe greatest act of leadership is believing in another person. Said differently, without a transfer of belief, there is no leadership. In the latest episode, John Eades covers the essential leadership topic of Transferring belief to others. Have John speak to leaders in your organization here. Learn more about developing leaders in your organization here.
How Great Leaders Manufacture Teamwork
July 26, 2023 16:20 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MB“Teamwork is achieved when individuals buy into the group’s greater good over their self-interest.” In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, John covers specific ideas and strategies to manufacture teamwork to improve performance.
Run to the Roar with Thomas R. Williams
July 11, 2023 19:40 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBIn the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, Thomas R. Williams joined the show. You can learn more about Thomas here. You can get a copy of his book Dig here.
Uncommon Motivation: The 3 Part Formula for Success
June 28, 2023 21:17 - 18 minutes - 24.8 MBMotivation is best defined as a condition inside us that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors. In today's episode, John Eades covers the proven formula to have uncommon motivation in your professional journey. You can hire John to speak in your organization or learn more about leadership development programs with LearnLoft.
Clear the Mechanism with James Wall
June 14, 2023 01:26 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MB“Leaders aren’t born with a great aura about them, that’s developed” In the latest episode of the John Eades podcast, James Wall is the Chief Operating Officer at Accurate Staffing Consultants. In this insightful episode, James shares: Whether leaders are born or made How great leaders think about patience And much more You can learn more about James here or Accurate Staffing
How to Help Others Overcome Challenges
June 01, 2023 10:30 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MB"Sometimes when you are in a dark place, you think you have been buried, but really you have been planted."- Christine Cain In the latest episode of the John Eades podcast, learn how to help yourself, and others overcome challenges. Learn more about the Accelerate Leadership Program or have John speak at an upcoming event johneades.com
Stop Managing Time, Start Managing Energy
March 08, 2023 11:30 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MBIn the latest episode, John covers the important topic of time management. Specifically: Strategies to manage energy and attention Why calendars and clocks can hurt relationships And much more Interested in leadership development solutions? Check out learnloft.com.
Dad, What's Your Favorite Leadership Lesson?
February 15, 2023 11:30 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBIn the latest episode of The John Eades podcast, John is joined by two special guests, John Ellis Eades and Lucy Eades. In the show, they ask their dad ten questions about work, leadership, and life lessons. Learn more johneades.com or learnloft.com
Mindset Shifts Required to Lead Successfully
January 25, 2023 11:30 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MB"Employees aren’t mechanisms to get work done, they are assets to invest in so they can do their best work." In the latest episode of the John Eades podcast, John covers the five mindset shifts required to be a successful leader. Here they are: People are assets, not mechanisms Tasks are empowered, not delegated Accountability requires standards, not rules Change must be unleashed, not remain the same Results need effort, not just outcomes Learn more about a leadership deve...
Are You Bound By Belief?
January 11, 2023 11:30 - 19 minutes - 28.4 MB"The best leaders don't just have belief, they have an unwavering belief. " Listen to John's keynote, Bound By Belief, from the Catalyst for Growth Summit on the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast. If you enjoyed it, drop him a message on LinkedIn or Sign Up to watch the Summit OnDemand here.
10 Reliable Lessons Learned Last Year to Help You Lead Better This Year
January 03, 2023 11:15 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MB"Stop reducing your career to how much money you can make. Start raising it to the level of impact you can have." In the first episode of 2023, John covers 10 reliable lessons learned last year to help you lead better this year. Reject the Firestation Mentality Learn to Serve Stop Being Someone You Aren't Leadership is Temporary, Impact is Lasting Assumptions in Communication Set You Up for Suffering No Team or Organization is Great Without its People One Person Can Complete...
Hope is the Fuel to Positive Outcomes
December 22, 2022 14:46 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MB"Irrespective if positive outcomes happen exactly as you want them, hope allows you to continue seeking positive outcomes in your life and career even in the bleakest circumstances." In the latest episode of The John Eades Podcast, he covers why hope is the fuel to positive outcomes. In the show, John covers: - The three aspects of reality all humans face - Why Christmas provides hope to kids and adults alike - How to provide hope to yourself and others Sign up for the Catalys...
What Really Happens When You Have Confidence
December 14, 2022 15:18 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MB"Most people don't lack talent, they lack confidence." In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, we cover: Why confidence is a key to your performance What happens when you have confidence How to build internal self-confidence Sign up for the Catalyst For Growth Summit
Life is Not Owed. It is Gifted - A Tribute to Josie Sanctis
December 07, 2022 11:30 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MB"Life is not owed to us. It is gifted. It is up to us to openly accept life however it is packaged to us, never become the victim of difficult times." - Josie Sanctis In this special episode of the John Eades Podcast, John shares the difficult story of Josie Sanctis and three lessons to inspire you. Be a Hero at Home Stop Fretting Over Small Things Here You Don’t Know How Long You Have, So Make an Impact Today. If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend or family member. Yo...
Why Talent is a Differentiator with Matt Hoffman
November 30, 2022 13:31 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MB"Investing in people's growth is a must-have. If people don't grow, they are going to leave." Matt Hoffman joined the show in the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast. He is a partner & Head of Talent at M13, a leading venture capital firm. You can learn more about Matt here and M13 here. Sign up for the Catalyst for Growth Summit on January 4th, 2023.
How to Accelerate Your Growth
November 02, 2022 10:30 - 20 minutes - 28 MBGrowth takes time. However, most people are impatient or worse and don’t take the time to see how far they have grown." In the latest episode, John Eades covers tactical techniques and strategies to accelerate your personal growth. You can learn more about the Catalyst for Growth Summit Here.
The Force of Your Language
October 19, 2022 10:30 - 14 minutes - 19.2 MB"Language can be a fantastic tool or a disastrous weapon." In the latest episode, John Eades covers the force of your language on your life and leadership. You can book John to speak at your next event.
How to Be More Authentic in Your Life and Leadership
October 05, 2022 10:30 - 18 minutes - 25.4 MB"Too many leaders are trying to be something or someone they aren't, and their team knows it." In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, he covers the topic of authenticity in leadership and life. - Learn the Four Components of Authentic Leadership Take the SkillsLoft Leadership Quiz Here
7 Skills All Leaders Must Master with Dr. Garland Vance
September 21, 2022 10:27 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MB“The leader who sees where you’re supposed to go doesn’t have to be the one to figure out how the team will get there.” In the lastest episode of The John Eades Podcast, Dr. Garland Vance Joins the show. You can follow Dr. Vance on LinkedIn here or AdVance Leadership here. Interested in learning about your Leadership Skill Level? Take the free quiz here.
You are Worth It
September 07, 2022 10:21 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MBIf you don’t know your value, you will always settle for far less than you deserve. In the latest episode, John Eades covers the topic of self-worth. He covers: - The inspiring story of the old watch and self-worth - Kyle Carpenter - The Self-Worth Theory You can learn more about LearnLoft leadership assessments here or John Eades here.
How to Be an Execution Accelerator
August 31, 2022 10:30 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MB"In a Culture of Execution, Leaders Can’t Let Things Go Beyond the Moment of Impact." Monte Pedersen joins the show to discuss all things execution. Additional topics covered include: How remote work impacts execution Why managers should have a performance agreement You can follow Monte on LinkedIn Here or Learn More About his Organization Here.
Connection Isn't Just Nice, It's Necessary
August 17, 2022 21:03 - 14 minutes - 19.9 MB"When we isolate ourselves, we don't cut ourselves off from the problems, we cut ourselves off from the solution.” In the latest episode, John Eades covers the importance of connection in life and leadership. You can learn more about John Eades or sign up for a live workshop at LearnLoft.com
Honor the Obstacles with Jason V Barger
August 10, 2022 10:30 - 45 minutes - 63 MB"Positive Leadership is the ability to honor the obstacles and still choose to be optimistic about the future." In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, Jason V Barger joined the show, and he is the author of the new book, Breathing Oxygen: How Positive Leadership Gives Life to Winning Cultures. You can learn more about LearnLoft or schedule John Eades for a private workshop in your organization.
Are You an Energy Enhancer?
August 03, 2022 10:23 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MB"One person can completely change the energy on a team or in a room." In the latest episode, John Eades dives into the importance of Energy for individuals, teams, and families. In the show he covers: - Why all great leaders evaluate energy - The difference between an energy reducer, neutralizer, and enhancer - Specific strategies to improve energy on a team Learn more about John at johneades.com and LearnLoft at learnloft.com
Reject the Mindset of Perfection
June 01, 2022 10:15 - 11 minutes - 15.7 MBPerfection isn't possible, and if achieving perfection is the only measure of success, you will miss the point of what you're doing altogether. In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, John covers the important topic of perfection in your professional and leadership journey. Learn more about LearnLoft Here and John Eades Here.
How to Unleash the Best in Others
April 06, 2022 12:52 - 39 minutes - 54.9 MB"The highest calling of leadership is to unleash the best in others." In the latest episode, Alex Judd joins the show. He is the CEO of Path for Growth and you can find him on LinkedIn here.
What's Your Leadership Vision?
March 16, 2022 16:02 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MB"When leaders lack vision, it limits results, reduces energy, and creates a culture that struggles to embrace change." In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, John covers why having leadership is so important and how to improve yours.
Choose Bravery and Lead on the Front Lines
March 02, 2022 11:30 - 13 minutes - 18.6 MB"When leaders make the courageous decision to lead from the front lines, it makes them authentic and inspiring." In the latest episode of the John Eades Podcast, learn the stories of front-line leadership and bravery. Challenge yourself to lead like Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.
Excellent Preparation is a Choice
February 09, 2022 11:25 - 15 minutes - 21.2 MB"Great leaders overprepare but don't overthink." In the latest episode, John Eades covers the essential skill of preparation. You will learn: Sign up for the next Effective Leadership Communication workshop.
Choose Resilience Over Results
January 19, 2022 11:30 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MB"Leaders either created the problem, contributed to the problem, or tolerated the problem." In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead podcast, John Eades covers the essential skill of resilience. Learn more about workshops and courses at learnloft.com.
How to Be a Purpose Driven Leader with Davin Salvagno
January 05, 2022 11:37 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB"True lasting happiness happens when we discover the purpose we were created for and then stepping into that purpose." In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, Davin Salvagno joins the show. He is the CEO of PurposePoint and creator of the Purpose Summit. You can follow him on LinkedIn here.
How to Remain Undaunted with Kara Goldin
December 15, 2021 11:30 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBWhen things are uncertain, a key leadership question is, "what can we do?" In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, Kara Goldin joined the show. You can follow her @karagoldin or find her book Undaunted.
How to Keep Persevering as a Leader
November 24, 2021 11:39 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB"Real leaders can quit a job, but they can't leave leadership because there are always people that need help." In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, John Eades covers the topic of perseverance.
The Communication Rule to Be a Better Communicator
November 10, 2021 11:30 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB"If you struggle with communication, you will never reach your potential as a leader." In the latest episode of the show, John Eades covers the essential skill of communication. You can learn more at LearnLoft.com
How to Lead a Hybrid Team
October 27, 2021 10:30 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB"Hybrid work isn't just what's happening today, it's the future of work." In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast John Eades covers lessons from recent keynote to help you lead your hybrid team effectively.
How to Handle Fear Like the Best Leaders
October 06, 2021 10:30 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB"Rejecting fear and choosing courage dictates your future." In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, John Eades covers the critical topic of Fear and Leadership.
How to Problem Solve Like the Best Leaders
September 22, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBIn the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, John Eades helps you improve your problem-solving skills like the best leaders. If you want to develop your critical thinking skills and help others do the same, this is the episode for you.
How to Change Behavior in Yourself or Others
August 18, 2021 10:25 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MB"What looks like resistance is often a lack of clarity." In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, John Eades covers the topic of behavior change. Specifically how to get a team member to change their behavior or in yourself.
Confidence is Required in Leadership
August 11, 2021 10:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBConfidence is contagious, and it's essential in leadership. Confidence is best defined as the belief in oneself and one's ability to succeed. It comes from a Latin word meaning "to have full trust." Confidence is not cockiness or arrogance. It is not masking gaps inside by portraying something different on the outside. Authentic confidence is built through consistent daily repetition.