Manager Mojo with Steve Caldwell
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Where are You Taking the Team Under Your Charge? – Steve talks with author of the new book “Eat Their Lunch: Winning Customers Away From Your Competition” Anthony Iannarino
February 05, 2019 12:00 - 38.6 MBAnthony Iannarino Where are You Taking the Team Under Your Charge? As a leader, you are responsible for sales, one way or another. In fact, nothing happens in business until a sale has been made. So, are you achieving the income goals, sales goals, or any other big goal you are responsible for? Are you eating their lunch, or are they eating yours? As a leader, it is imperative that you set specific targets and goals for the team to achieve. Each team member must...
Are You a Good Listener? – Steve talks with Fred Halstead, an expert in helping leaders enhance listening skills and develop the ability to ask powerful questions
January 29, 2019 12:00 - 44.9 MBFred Halstead Are You a Good Listener? Be honest. Are you a great listener? Have you mastered the art of asking powerful questions? Do you show respect to team members by delegating and holding them accountable for results? One of the measures of good leadership is the number of successful people who are the result of your leadership. Showing respect for team members and helping them achieve success comes from focused listening of what they desire in their ca...
How is Energy Affecting Your Leadership? – a conversation with Elise Auxier, an expert in understanding the power of energy for achieving greater leadership effectiveness
January 22, 2019 12:00 - 49.2 MBElise Auxier How is Energy Affecting Your Leadership? Every one of us has a ‘tank’ of energy, both positive and negative. What will you choose to do with yours? It is not woo-woo when I say that everything is made up of energy. It was a discovery of Albert Einstein. As leaders, we should be taking responsibility for not operating out of habit or default, and begin making choices (using our energy) that positively impact our teams, the business, our families and e...
Perfect the Art of Asking Beautiful Questions – “Questionologist” Warren Berger has studied hundreds to understand the use of questions in generating original ideas, solving problems and more
January 15, 2019 12:00 - 43.6 MBWarren Berger Perfect the Art of Asking Beautiful Questions You are a leader. You’ve earned that position because of what you know and how you implement that knowledge. People come to you for answers. Having the answer is great, but so is having the confidence and humility to admit when you don’t. It is impossible to know everything in today’s complex world, but it’s not impossible to find answers to everything when you learn to ask great questions. Successfu...
SHIFT Happens – Prepare for Your SHIFT and Get on the Path YOU Desire – Steve talks with John Hinkle, who is inspiring others to navigate through change and transition
January 08, 2019 20:11 - 43 MBJohn Hinkle SHIFT Happens – Prepare for Your SHIFT and Get on the Path YOU Desire Any day is a good time to make a change, yet we routinely look at a New Year as the opportunity to reflect on what we want in life and to make plans for changes in the coming year. Is it time for you to consider a SHIFT in your life? You are a leader in a demanding position of responsibility. Though that can be very gratifying, it can also lead to re-evaluation of what you want in l...
Your Words Can Create a Highly Engaged Team – Steve talks with a CEO who achieved engagement levels of 99.3% after he became conscious of the words he was using
December 18, 2018 12:00 - 41 MBKrister Ungerboeck Your Words Can Create a Highly Engaged Team The words you choose are having a significant impact on the people you lead. Are you choosing words that will inspire others to follow you? Struggling leaders should examine their words, assess where they come from and how they may be putting a damper on the people who follow them. Just like everyone else, leaders default to the words of those who influenced them from a young age. The words we speak ...
Are You Valuing Dignity in the Workplace? – Steve talks with Dr. Donna Hicks, a leading expert on the subject of dignity
December 11, 2018 12:00 - 41.4 MBDr. Donna Hicks Are You Valuing Dignity in the Workplace? As a leader, what is more important – dignity, respect or trust? Actually, that is a trick question. While respect and trust must be earned, dignity is inherent in every human being. It does not need to be earned. So the big question is, are you respecting the dignity of everyone in your organization? When leaders don’t treat others with dignity, their respect for you will be undermined. Every human being ...
Imagine the Possibilities: Less Contemplating, More Acting – Steve speaks with Richard Sheridan of Menlo Innovations about how to make work work.
December 04, 2018 12:00 - 42.2 MBRichard Sheridan Imagine the Possibilities: Less Contemplating, More Acting We all begin our careers eager to change the world, ready to bring all the amazing things we have to offer. And then we are hit with quality issues, blown budgets, and missed deadlines and realize this isn’t going like we imagined. Plus, we are ‘led’ by a management that has instituted a gazillion rules designed to reduce our screw-ups. Leaders are afraid we will make bad choices and don’...
Data Visualization is a Valuable Tool for Leaders – A leading expert on data visualization talks with Steve about knowing, understanding and communicating the value of the numbers
November 27, 2018 18:53 - 35.4 MBDr. Kristen Sosulski Data Visualization is a Valuable Tool for Leaders Understanding financials is a critical responsibility of the manager and leader. You also must be able to communicate the value of those numbers effectively. Too often presentations will be planned to educate, inform and gain consensus, but end up being dull, boring and confusing. Not enough time is spent giving thought to the value of the information in order to gain agreement and move ideas ...
What Affect are You Having on the Response You are Getting? – Learn from body language expert and “difficult people whisperer,” Sharon Sayler
November 20, 2018 12:00 - 43.5 MBSharon Sayler What Affect are You Having on the Response You are Getting? Do you understand what your body language is saying? While we often think of the eloquence of a great communicator, the best communicators are even more aware of what they don’t say, at least with words. They use non-verbal communication intentionally and understand how body language is perceived. Body language also comes into play when needing to have difficult conversations, a regular req...
Train Managers Before They Become Bad Bosses — Learn how to retain top talent from an Evangelist for Human-Centered Instruction, Jakob Heuser
November 13, 2018 12:00 - 34.9 MBJakob Heuser Train Managers Before They Become Bad Bosses You are losing good talent because of bad bosses. It’s a 50-year old problem that isn’t correcting itself. So, why aren’t you training them? Budgets don’t seem to be the issue, as many who can afford it simply choose not to. Each organization needs skilled managers at every level, yet nearly all disciplines promote top performers into management positions with no training and expect them to be successful. ...
Is Your LinkedIn Profile Glam or Spam? A LinkedIn expert, Christy Hoskins shares ideas for a great profile and effective engagement
November 06, 2018 12:00 - 38.5 MBChristy Hoskins Is Your LinkedIn Profile Glam or Spam? How effectively are you using LinkedIn as a platform to fulfill management needs, to seek career opportunities, or both? When used correctly, LinkedIn can be a partner to help advance your career in numerous ways. It can be used to find great candidates for open positions. When you get involved and get to know others, it can help further your career. A good way to get started is by focusing on your profile and...
Are You Speaking Their Lingo? – Jeffrey Shaw is tuned into the secret language of your ideal customer and shares how you can tune into it too
October 30, 2018 12:00 - 39.5 MBJeffrey Shaw Are You Speaking Their Lingo? As a leader, clarity of communication is critical, yet have you ever felt like employees weren’t hearing you? Understanding the emotional triggers of employees is important for a leader. Have you wondered why sales aren’t as high as you expect? You are probably not speaking the correct lingo. Tuning in to the language of your ideal customer means you are speaking their lingo. Bergdorf Goodman, the exclusive department st...
Do You Want to be in Control or In Charge? – Steve has a riveting conversation with Dave Sanderson, the last passenger out of the plane crash that became known as the “Miracle on the Hudson”
October 16, 2018 12:00 - 39.9 MBDave Sanderson Do You Want to be in Control or In Charge? It was a normal day. He flew a lot, yet wasn’t supposed to be on this plane. From experience he knew there were multiple engines, so the fire on the wing didn’t excite him. Now he can say he was on the plane that was the “Miracle on the Hudson.” While floating in the river, his first instinct was to get the heck out of there! And then he heard his Mother’s voice (who had previously died) say, “If you do...
What the NFL can Teach Leaders in Business – Learn from Michael Lombardi, an ‘inside guy’ who has spent years working with the best in the NFL
October 09, 2018 12:00 - 38.1 MBMichael Lombardi What the NFL can Teach Leaders in Business Whether you love sports or not, there are a lot of leadership lessons to be learned. You see, sports aren't just the games. Sports provide examples of excellence, persistence, tenacity and leadership. Any sports team that has been remembered over time has exhibited all of these characteristics and more. The players must surpass others in their determination to remain the best at what they do. This req...
Leaders Must Get in Position to be in Position – A conversation with Ken Larson, owner of Champion Performance Systems, inspiring high performers to break new levels
September 25, 2018 12:00 - 36.7 MBKen Larson Leaders Must Get in Position to be in Position Are you in position to be in a position for success? As a leader, you have the ability to see the big picture and to think strategically. Often that type of thinking doesn’t lend itself to easily being able to see the first step toward getting to that picture. Maybe you need to hire a new COO. Contacting a head-hunter and looking for a replacement probably isn’t your best first step. Being able to achieve ...
Wisdom is One of the Most Valuable Components of Leadership – Hospitality entrepreneur and best-selling author Chip Conley shares insights learned over a career in management and leadership
September 18, 2018 12:00 - 40.1 MBChip Conley Wisdom is One of the Most Valuable Components of Leadership Wisdom is one of the most valuable components any leader can possess – good judgment, unvarnished insight, and emotional intelligence are some of wisdom’s attributes. Do others consider you authentic, willing to say what is on your mind, and candid without sugar-coating insight? The people who choose to follow you want your shared wisdom, graciously helping them to develop theirs. Why are owl...
Understand The Human Side of Mergers & Acquisitions – Having survived numerous mergers, Jennifer Fondrevay guides companies through the human impact of M&A
September 11, 2018 12:00 - 40.1 MBJennifer Fondrevay Understand The Human Side of Mergers & Acquisitions We leaders throw the term around like we’re high financiers – “M&A.” The reality is that mergers and acquisitions aren’t only about the numbers. There is a human impact, and too often that isn’t taken into consideration or it is not given the consideration that is due. You think nothing is going to change? Think again. It already has the moment M&A is mentioned, and your people know it. More ...
Do You Share the Traits of the Top 1%? — Don Barden, author of “The Perfect Plan,” shares The Secret Formula of the Elite 1% of Business Leaders
September 04, 2018 12:00 - 39.9 MBDon Barden Do You Share the Traits of the Top 1%? In every aspect of life, there seems to be that Top 1%, those who have achieved success beyond what is considered ‘normal.’ While we all work hard and try our best, we wonder what makes them ‘so lucky.’ Were they born with it? Did they have special parents or someone in their life who taught them? Did they know the right people? The answer is no to any of that. The Elite 1% aren’t lucky. They put in the time and ...
The Importance of Long-Term Thinking in a Short-Term World – Lucas Conley shares insights from his new book “Legacy in the Making: Building a Long-Term Brand to Stand Out in a Short-Term World”
August 28, 2018 12:00 - 33.7 MBLucas Conley The Importance of Long-Term Thinking in a Short-Term World Business (and careers) seem to have been relegated to short-term thinking. A three-month view for profits is the norm, so decisions are made to support the next bottom line. What happened to valuable long-term thinking? Is that even done any more? Yes, it is. And make note – it is usually done by the most successful leaders and businesses. Long-term thinkers know the result they are looking f...
Plan to Matter and Make a Difference as a Leader — Drew Dudley’s powerful Tedx Talk was voted one of the most inspirational TED talks of all time. He is the author of “This is Day One: A Practical Guide to Leadership that Matters”
August 21, 2018 12:00 - 49.5 MBDrew Dudley Plan to Matter and Make a Difference as a Leader Most people are uncomfortable acknowledging they are a leader. They don’t feel they deserve it and can’t believe that someone is paying them. Why is that? Every day, moments pass us by that are leadership moments. They not only occur in our businesses, but they happen in our families, with our friends, at the grocery, everywhere. Most we don’t see, and many we see but don’t act on. To achieve anything ...
Vision & Mission – Are Yours Sitting on a Shelf? – Founder of My Business on Purpose, Scott Beebe shares compelling reasons why every individual and business must have a vision, mission and values
August 07, 2018 12:00 - 46.5 MBScott Beebe Vision & Mission – Are Yours Sitting on a Shelf? You either love them or hate them – Vision, Mission and Values. Likely you love them because you have them, they are working for you and are instrumental in fueling success. You likely hate them because 1) You don’t see the value or 2) You have them but they don’t work (because they are on a shelf somewhere). People who jump out of bed each morning excited for the day do so because they have a vi...
Save 40+ Years – Here’s How the Best Leaders Do It – A global expert in planning and execution, Rob Shallenberger shares over 40 years of leadership research from peak performing companies
July 31, 2018 12:00 - 53.9 MBRob Shallenberger Save 40+ Years – Here’s How the Best Leaders Do It It is far too common for someone to be promoted into a leadership position, and immediately try to figure out what they should be doing. Want to be a successful leader? Save 40+ years of your life, and listen to this podcast. After years of personal experience plus researching peak performing organizations, Rob Shallenberger’s father distilled into 12 principles the powerful attributes that prop...
Why are You Stopping Your Success? — Unconscious mind expert, Karen Brown, joins Steve to discuss how you can change your limiting beliefs
July 24, 2018 12:00 - 52.2 MBKaren Brown Why are You Stopping Your Success? What are you telling yourself that is stopping you from achieving the success you imagine? “I’m not smart enough. I don’t have enough money. I don’t know the right people.” When you don’t stretch yourself to fulfill your dreams, you become one of the walking dead, going through the motions but not finding fulfillment. What is stopping you? It is likely your unconscious brain. When you tap into it, you tap into the p...
Leaders Face a Knowledge Conundrum – Their Own – The author of “Unsafe Thinking: How to be Nimble and Bold When You Need it Most,” Jonah Sachs, discusses how to de-bias fundamental thought patterns against the familiar and unleash creativity
July 17, 2018 12:00 - 42.7 MBJonah Sachs Leaders Face a Knowledge Conundrum – Their Own Leaders face a conundrum of becoming so well versed in their industry and discipline that they become jaded in opening their minds to thinking they don’t know it all. Ego can be dangerous! However, if you are willing to listen to those who don’t agree with you and be open to putting your ego on the shelf, you might be surprised at the creative ideas that come your way. Encourage the team to take risks af...
Is It Entitlement or Conditioning? Expectations of Millennials – Epic failure leading to success, Lee Caraher, author of “Millennials & Management: The Essential Guide to Making it Work at Work” discusses how she succeeded in retaining Millennials
July 10, 2018 12:00 - 42.5 MBLee Caraher Is It Entitlement or Conditioning? Expectations of Millennials Is it possible for a group of 80 million people to feel entitled, or have they been conditioned to expect certain things? They didn’t request a trophy or sticker when doing something, it was given to them as future encouragement. And it worked. As you have progressed in your leadership journey, you may have learned that ideas and thoughts need to be expressed in ways that can be unders...
Entrepreneurship Means Business! – A realistic conversation with Albert J. Williams, serial entrepreneur with the proven ability to grow a business
July 03, 2018 12:00 - 37.8 MBAlbert J. Williams Entrepreneurship Means Business! Do you have the itch to leave corporate America and start your own business? If you desire more freedom and the ability to call your own shots, stay employed! There is a fallacy that being an entrepreneur will provide that. It may, but only if you are willing to work 24/7 for an undetermined period of time to achieve the freedom you are looking for. Owning a business isn’t for the faint of heart. Entrepreneurshi...
Avoiding Conflict can be Creating Conflict – a candid conversation with Liz Kislik, an expert who helps businesses improve the bottom line by fixing conflict in the workplace
June 26, 2018 12:00 - 48 MBLiz Kislik Avoiding Conflict can be Creating Conflict It is not unusual for people to want to avoid conflict. Of course we want to get along with one another and work in a happy environment, but getting along doesn’t mean we always agree or need to ’just talk about it.’ In fact, avoiding conflict can actually create conflict. Conflict is a cloud that gets in the way of the work getting done, and it is costing your business A LOT of money. If you are a leader who ...
They Can See Through You – An authentic conversation with Dr. James Kelley, author of “The Crucibles Gift: 5 Lessons from Authentic Leaders Who Thrive in Adversity”
June 19, 2018 12:00 - 47.9 MBDr. James Kelley They Can See Through You Are you a confident, self-aware leader who likes themself? If you aren’t, chances are the team can see right through you. It is exhausting to be multiple versions of yourself – one at work, one at home. In fact, it is impossible to pull that off and do it well for very long. You and those you love will suffer. How can you change that? Become aware and stay in tune with the nudges life is sending your way. Have you had...
C-Suite Bound? Here’s the Code — The author of “Crack the C-Suite Code: How Successful Leaders Make It to the Top” talks with Steve
June 12, 2018 12:00 - 40.9 MBCassandra Frangos C-Suite Bound? Here’s the Code Do you have dreams of one day being in the C-Suite? Have you ever wondered if there is a ‘code’ (maybe even a secret one?) that you should know in order to get there? While there are no guarantees, there is excellent and practical advice for anyone who is focused on arriving at the C-Suite, and it is valuable to know what that advice and direction is. Often called “the executive whisperer,” Cassandra Frangos has experien...
Creativity is Hard Work – “Yesterday” Didn’t Happen in a Day – an inspirational conversation with Allen Gannett, author of “The Creative Curve – How to Develop the Right Idea at the Right Time”
June 05, 2018 12:00 - 32.2 MBAllen Gannett Creativity is Hard Work - “Yesterday” Didn’t Happen in a Day Yesterday, the most recorded song in history, was a 20-month endeavor that began with 6 notes in a dream. And you thought it was a quick inspiration of Paul McCartney’s that the Beatle’s rushed to record, didn’t you? The truth is that creativity takes a lot of thoughtful, hard work immersing oneself in all the videos, articles, books and other information you can find about the topic that is your ...
Are Remote Employees Actually Working? An eye-opening conversation with one of today’s experts in the field of remote work
May 29, 2018 12:00 - 42.1 MBLiam Martin Are Remote Employees Actually Working? Remote workers are quite common today, yet there continues to be the lingering doubt that they are actually working. How can you know if yours are – or aren’t? While it is true that remote workers are happier, more efficient, can be hired faster and have higher retention, and remote work is the #1 request of millennials, how can you be sure they are doing what is needed and expected? Are they extremely busy? That’s no in...
Focus on Culture to Recruit Top Talent — an insightful conversation with thought leader and CEO of a 6-time INC 5000 staffing company, Todd Palmer
May 22, 2018 12:00 - 39.8 MBTodd Palmer Focus on Culture to Recruit Top Talent We are currently in a tight labor market and the job candidate has the upper hand. What process do you have in place to attract the best talent? Why should prospects want to work for your organization? What makes you special, unique and cool? Sell them on your organization, where they fit in and why their contribution will be valuable. Second, if you are waiting to search for new people after someone submits their resigna...
What are the Rules for Creativity in Your Organization? An inspiring conversation with Jon Kolko, author of “Creative Clarity – A Practical Guide for Bringing Creative Thinking into Your Company”
May 15, 2018 12:00 - 41.9 MBJon Kolko What are the Rules for Creativity in Your Organization? Is your organization known for its creativity in product or service solutions and for arriving at creative solutions to challenging internal issues? Just like individuals, organizations can think of themselves as not being creative, yet it behooves them to gain creative clarity, have a creative strategy and value a culture of criticism. If you are stumped about what that means, you need to listen to the co...
Plant the Seeds for Future Leaders – an inspirational conversation about developing the leader within every member of the team with Jeff McManus, Director of Landscape Services, University of Mississippi
May 08, 2018 12:00 - 43.1 MBJeff McManus Plant the Seeds for Future Leaders Jeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants…he grows people…he grows ideas. Jeff is a problem-solver, understanding that doing more with less is a 21st century mandate. Faced with a multi-million dollar landscaping beautification project, a demand for excellence, high productivity, and with a stagnant budget, Jeff knew that growing the people was critica...
Success Isn’t Final, But Yours May Be – Prepare to shift your thinking after hearing this engaging conversation with Allen Adamson, a noted industry expert in all disciplines of branding
May 01, 2018 12:00 - 37.2 MBAllen Adamson Success Isn’t Final, But Yours May Be Look around. Does everyone in your office look alike and think alike? If so, you’re in trouble of remaining relevant (and in business!). Diversity of thought and ideas is a valuable trait for every business to have in a world of rapid change. If you have gotten comfortable doing what you did yesterday because it brought you the success you have today, be prepared for that success to shift. Having pride in past accomplis...
Where Does the Grit Go When You’re Blindsided by a Bus? – Listen to the story of Aaron Walker who experienced the thrill of rapid success early in his career and the abrupt blindside when he tragically killed a pedestrian.
April 24, 2018 12:00 - 42.3 MBAaron Walker Where Does the Grit Go When You’re Blindsided by a Bus? Are you plowing forward toward what you want to achieve in life, or are you holding your breath hoping that luck will make it happen for you? Success requires living proactively, not reactively. You can’t be reactive to accomplish your dreams. Dreams require an intent with a plan, goals, and execution every day on those goals. When someone says, “You can’t do that!” do you return the challenge, “No, YOU...
Get that Inner Critic Out of Your Head – Find happiness in your work by listening to a conversation with Susan Peppercorn who learned how to stop the self-recrimination and transform her career
April 17, 2018 12:00 - 38.2 MBSusan Peppercorn Get that Inner Critic Out of Your Head Is there a recurring voice in your head reminding you that you are not quite good enough? Do you have a track record of success but haven’t been able to move to the next level? Your inner critic may be holding you back. It is likely affecting your work and the success of your team, and it needs to stop. If you find yourself seeking perfection, procrastinating or not stepping up to take on a new project, that critic ...
Live a Life of Reinvention – a conversation with a self-described expert at self-reinvention and author of the book “Reinventing You,” Dorie Clark
April 10, 2018 12:00 - 47.3 MBDorie Clark Live a Life of Reinvention Has an unplanned change in jobs ever caused you to panic about where you’ll find the next one? Possibly you’ve become tired of the one you currently have and are ready to make a change, either some new skills and knowledge or a new career entirely. Start getting ready now by reinventing yourself. You don’t need to reinvent yourself entirely. Simply looking at new abilities to add to your repertoire can add a spark to things and i...
Yes, Everyone is Judging You – A writer and director of film, theatre and television helps leaders create their ‘Big Talk’ and truly connect with their audience
April 03, 2018 12:00 - 36 MBTricia Brouk Yes, Everyone is Judging You It is said that the #1 fear in the world is public speaking, well ahead of #5, which is death. Does that seem right? Would you rather be dead than to have to speak in front of others? It is human to fear others judging us, yet as a leader that fear must be conquered if you are to communicate your thoughts and motivate others to action. Getting your ideas across is paramount to your success. You need to lead teams and companies t...
What is Your Relationship with Near Success? – insights with Dr. Alvin C. Miles, creator of the MASTER model of leadership and management
March 27, 2018 12:00 - 45.7 MBDr. Alvin C. Miles What is Your Relationship with Near Success? What is your relationship with near success, almost succeeding, but not quite? You’ve achieved something, but it wasn’t ‘it’. Did you fail? Is this the end or just a stepping stone? Your mindset will control which direction you choose. If you’re not getting the results desired, it’s time to think about what you’ve been thinking about. What happens between your ears is what is driving your success. Having a ‘fixed’...
Use Rituals to Support Resiliency as a Leader – an eye-opening conversation with Adam Markel, author of “PIVOT: The Art and Science of Reinventing Your Career and Life”
March 20, 2018 12:00 - 44.9 MBAdam Markel Use Rituals to Support Resiliency as a Leader Have you ever had a moment when you realized that everything you’d been taught growing up wasn’t working for you? We’re taught to go to school, get a ‘good job,’ and to work hard. There’s nothing wrong with any of that, and in fact, it can be good advice. Sometimes, however, we find ourselves in jobs that, when we wake up in the morning, we feel we can’t go another day. Overcome the horror of being stuck by ...
They Will Give Up a Pay Increase to See You Fired! — a jarring conversation with Jacqueline Carter, co-author of the new book “MIND OF THE LEADER: How to Lead Yourself, Your People, and Your Organization for Extraordinary Results”
March 13, 2018 12:00 - 46.2 MBJacqueline Carter They Will Give Up a Pay Increase to See You Fired! As a leader, you know how difficult that responsibility is. In fact, it is so difficult that 80% of your people think you are doing a bad job engaging them. AND, 65% of employees would give up their next pay increase just to see you fired! Now that’s an eye opener. We’ve lost sight of what leadership is all about. It is not about the managing of people, systems and ‘stuff.’ Critical qualities for the...
Have the Mindset of a Top Achiever – Do the Minimum Necessary – Check out this thought-provoking conversation with Morten Hansen, author of “Great at Work: How Top Performers Work Less and Achieve More”
March 06, 2018 12:00 - 38.8 MBMorten Hansen Have the Mindset of a Top Achiever – Do the Minimum Necessary What does it mean to work smarter? Does it mean to do each task better than the other person, or could it mean to stop doing it and work less? If you guessed the latter, you would be right. We’ve bought into the notion that hard work is necessary to achieve big results. Top performers aren’t lazy. They are focused on results. What can be eliminated from the work routine that steals time and doe...
Don’t Be a Leadersh*t Skid Mark – Get a whiff of the stench being left by many of today’s leaders and learn what Brian Harman, author of “Learn, Laugh, Lead: How to Avoid a Huge Leadersh*t” says could be the giant roll of TP the world has been waiting for
February 27, 2018 12:00 - 36.8 MBBrian M. Harman Don’t Be a Leadersh*t Skid Mark It is no secret, that with all the training and coaching available today, the world is widely devoid of great management and leadership. Why does the ability of people in supervisory and managerial positions suffer so greatly? All the circumstances in your life have been and are opportunities to practice good leadership. Leaders must understand how powerful they can be with a well-planned message. Is your mojo comi...
Do you Have a Brilliant Idea Worth Millions? – a conversation with Colleen DeBaise, business journalist and author of Start a Successful Business: Expert Advice to Take Your Startup from Idea to Empire
February 20, 2018 12:00 - 41.9 MBColleen DeBaise Do you Have a Brilliant Idea Worth Millions? Do you have thoughts of one day becoming an entrepreneur and owning your own business? Turning your brilliant idea into a successful business sounds exciting, but it also requires the necessary skills and abilities to go from an idea to thriving. That being said, you don’t need months of market research or writing business plans behind you before hanging your shingle. Get started right away with minimal p...
Start Designing a New Future for Customers and Teams – a conversation with Lisa Nirell, author of The Mindful Marketer: How to Stay Present and Profitable in a Data Driven World
February 13, 2018 12:00 - 32 MBLisa Nirell Start Designing a New Future for Customers and Teams Technology has taken over how we live, work and play. While we often think of tech as the norm, a new future has arrived, one where self-awareness is a critical component that leaders should bring to their teams, customers and board. As a leader, each day you make choices with your time to deal with chronic issues, respond to problems or create a new future for customers and teams. In an age of transpa...
Great Leaders Focus Less on Strategy and More on People – Heretic and paradigm pioneer Cort Dial talks about leadership lessons learned on skyscrapers and in the jungle
February 06, 2018 12:00 - 35.7 MBCort Dial Great Leaders Focus Less on Strategy and More on People “I have a strategic plan” is not a quote we remember Martin Luther King, Jr. saying at the Lincoln Memorial. Great leaders focus less on strategy and more on people. They understand how affecting the feelings of people can inspire others to climb the mountain with them. Have you ever been told that your ideas weren’t welcome and to focus on your job? That’s likely because you are a heretic (soon t...
Be a Positive Leader – Help People be Their Best and Hold Them Accountable – An inspiring conversation with Jon Gordon, whose best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world, including teams in the NFL, NBA, MLB, and Fortune 500 companies.
January 30, 2018 12:00 - 36.2 MBJon Gordon Be a Positive Leader – Help People be Their Best and Hold Them Accountable We need more positive leaders in the world, leaders who inspire and accomplish more. Positive leaders get more out of their people and motivate them to discover their grit and be their best. Do you know what the #1 predictor of success is? Over talent, title, wealth or appearance, grit will get you to a successful finish line nearly every time. The positive leader has grit because po...
4 to 8 Interviews Before Hiring are Unnecessary – a conversation with Scott Wintrip, author of High Velocity Hiring: How to Hire Top Talent in an Instant and an inductee into the Staffing 100 Hall of Fame
January 23, 2018 12:00 - 42.7 MBScott Wintrip 4 to 8 Interviews Before Hiring are Unnecessary Stop holding a parade of 4 to 8 interviews before hiring new employees. It is an unnecessary expense, as hiring can be accomplished successfully with as few as two. The hiring process reached an historical high in 2016 when 26.6 work days (that’s longer than one month!) were taken to fill job vacancies. That’s a problem for leaders. Most likely you have an inefficient process that is driven by the fear o...