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S.O.S For Leaders

36 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago -

S.O.S. for leaders podcast offers practical leadership and personal growth strategies to win in life and your career in just 15 min.

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Episode 36: What I Learned From The Tortoise Series (Pt III)- Having Patience On The Job

September 20, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 33.5 MB

Putting together a rewarding career often requires years of ground work and a great deal of fine tuning. Practice and consistency will pay off and enable you to enjoy the process as well as the ultimate outcome. In this episode, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' Wilson finishes the series on what the tortoise can teach us about our careers. Tips for being patient on the job: Working sustainable hours Setting reasonable expectations Analyze the industry trends "One minute of patience can le...

Episode 35: What I Learned From The Tortoise Series (Pt II)- Having Patience In The Job Search

September 13, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 34.9 MB

If you are trying to focus on becoming an overnight success, you may want to focus on long term career success. Like the tortoise, slow and steady wins the race. Great rewards can be gained when you slow down and focus on moving forward steadily. In this episode, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' Wilson continues the series on what the tortoise can teach us about our careers. 4 steps for being patient in your job search: Conduct a personal inventory Research opportunities Consider long term ...

Episode 34: What I Learned From The Tortoise Series- Having Patience About Your Career

September 07, 2021 23:34 - 15 minutes - 35.8 MB

If you are trying to focus on becoming an overnight success, you may want to focus on long term career success. Like the tortoise, slow and steady wins the race. Great rewards can be gained when you slow down and focus on moving forward steadily.  In this episode, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' Wilson starts the series on what the tortoise can teach us about our careers. 4 insights you can learn about being patient about your career: Define your own success Be helpful to others Steer a m...

Episode 33: Simple Lessons from Trying Something New

August 19, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 32.8 MB

Trying new things can be one of the scariest and most rewarding experiences of your life. In today's episode, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' challenges us to take action by trying something new. 3 Lessons you can learn from trying something new: Independence Moving on from failure Nothing is Impossible Call to Action What new thing will you commit to trying today? Who will be your accountability partner? Be a Supporter! Listen on Directimpactbroadcasting.com, Spotify, Apple Podcast or ...

Episode 32: "It's time you get moving... and I am here to help"

August 13, 2021 16:27 - 12 minutes - 27.8 MB

Do you have a friend, colleague, mentee or child who has amazing plans but doesn't seem interested in taking action? You want to nudge them don't know how? In today's episode, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' challenges us to be the encourager our circle needs to get them taking action on their dreams, goals, and ideas. Here are 3 Ways you can inspire others to take action TODAY: Use Stories and Examples Take Action With Them Don't Point Out Their Mistakes, Focus on the Good Call to Action...

Episode 31:What's the deal? What's holding you back from taking action?

August 06, 2021 18:34 - 20 minutes - 46 MB

In today's episode, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' challenges us to ask ourselves, what is holding us back from taking action. What is keeping us standing in the same spot? There is no right time. Take action today... jump and build your wings on the way down. Here are 5 common things that may be holding you back from taking action TODAY: You are afraid  Waiting for the perfect time Comparing yourself to others Procrastination Don't know where to start Call to Action What is the one thi...

Episode 30: "Be Your Own Catalyst"

July 30, 2021 15:52 - 9 minutes - 21.7 MB

In today's episode, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' Wilson gives practical steps for being a catalyst in your personal and professional life.  "A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events and outcomes. It is a catalyst and it sparks extraordinary results."- Wade Boggs Call to Action In what area(s) of your life do you need to be a catalyst? Drop in the notes below. Be a Supporter! Listen on Directimpactbroadcasting.com, Spotify, Apple Podcast or your favorite p...

Episode 29: "5 Secrets For Improving Your Self Discipline"

July 16, 2021 17:41 - 14 minutes - 33.9 MB

Believe it or not, science has a lot to do with your self-discipline. It has been a fascinating topic for mankind. The benefits of a disciplined mind is being touted by everyone from the ancient Greeks to the earliest writers of orient.    In today's episode, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' Wilson shares 5 scientific secrets for improving your self discipline: Begin on Monday Make a list Make it visual Get help Adequate sleep Call to Action Drop a line below to share with me the secret y...

Episode 28: "Regaining Your Confidence After A Setback"

June 11, 2021 09:00 - 15 minutes - 35.4 MB

It can be hard to bounce back after failure. Your enthusiasm can be hard to come by, especially when you feel you have been knocked down. Setbacks and disappointments have a way of knocking down your confidence as well. We start doubting ourselves and lose sight of who we really are. Without confidence, it becomes impossible to try, guaranteeing failure. Thankfully, we know one thing for certain: Confidence can be reclaimed, as every successful person knows.  “Success is stumbling ...

Episode 27: "Learning Lessons From Bad Leaders"

May 13, 2021 16:41 - 17 minutes - 41.2 MB

What does it take for someone to be a leader? Some people believe that you must be born with it. While it may be true that some people possess a natural ability towards leadership, it can be learned. Like anything else, you get better at it with practice and the desire to want to be a better leader. Let's face it, there are some leaders who are not effective and their style can be classified as bad. This could be due to their micromanagement, lack of integrity, or numerous other thi...

Episode 26: "How to Defeat Perfectionism Once and For All"

May 07, 2021 16:42 - 12 minutes - 27.9 MB

We all have moments where we fall into perfectionism. For some of us, this might happen kind of often. For others, not as often. While occasional super attention to detail is okay, it’s when we make perfectionism a way of life where it becomes a problem. Those are the times where we finally need to take charge of our lives and learn how to let go and start taking action towards our dreams. Check out the full episode to learn ways to defeat your perfectionist ways once and for all. ...

Episode 25: Imperfection In The Workplace.... Does It Belong ??

April 27, 2021 10:46 - 12 minutes - 27.7 MB

Perfectionism is what cripples you. It makes you stand still, freeze up, to feel like you're never going to measure up. It's what pushes you toward unhealthy obsession and drives both you and your co-workers nuts. What you're looking for is imperfection. Tune in today to hear how imperfection in the workplace can be a good thing! 4 Ways Imperfection Makes a Better Workplace It makes us more aware It allows us to have mercy with our colleagues Allows us to set achievable goals I...

Episode 24: "It's OK to Not Be Perfect: Leadership Traits Rooted in Imperfection"

April 21, 2021 18:32 - 13 minutes - 31.9 MB

A great leader has to be perfect, right? Nothing could be further from the truth. After all, even a leader is still human. In truth, a leader is generally called on to make more decisions than those who work under them, so it could be argued they make more mistakes than anyone else. In this episode Tywauna 'Coach Tee' discusses the leadership traits rooted in imperfection.  The best leaders have the following traits: Inspiration Approachability Trustworthiness Self-Awareness C...

Episode 23: "Is Your Need for Perfection Holding You Back"

April 13, 2021 02:24 - 11 minutes - 27.4 MB

When you hear the word perfectionist, do you think I am talking about you? Today, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' Wilson will take you through questions that will help you determine if maybe you have some perfectionist qualities. If you find yourself answering yes to an uncomfortable amount of these questions, you're not alone. The key thing to remember is this: There is no day like today to make a change. With this in mind, it's time to embrace imperfection. Let go of the old ways and accept t...

Episode 22 : "Tips Every Mentor Should Know When Working With Today's Youth"

April 05, 2021 23:00 - 16 minutes - 37.9 MB

Today's young people face enormous amount of challenges as they're growing up including low self-esteem, bullying, remote learning, and distractions from social media. The world with all of its advances, has become more and more complicated for our young leaders.  If you enjoy working with youth, you should definitely try mentoring. If you are a good decision maker, love to learn, have integrity and respect others, you would do great as a youth mentor. These are all areas that will ...

Episode 21: "Simple Traits To Look for In Someone Wanting to be Mentored"

April 01, 2021 02:02 - 15 minutes - 35.9 MB

In today's podcast, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' continues the series on mentoring and guiding others. You are ready to be a mentor, Congratulations! But one problem... you are unsure of what to look for in a mentee or trainee that may lend way to a successful relationship. You may be wondering, how do you know when you found someone who will make the perfect student to share your knowledge with? You can start by looking for these traits in your future mentee. Traits of people that make g...

Episode 20: "Necessary Traits of a Successful Mentor"

March 23, 2021 09:00 - 15 minutes - 35.8 MB

In today's podcast, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' continues the series on mentoring and guiding others. When you think of mentoring, you probably think of workplace relationships or career building. Mentoring doesn't have to be limited to this. You can find mentors in a variety of situations including youth mentoring and couples mentoring to name a few. Regardless of the space that you choose to add value to others, do you have the essential characteristics of a successful mentor? 7 Traits...

Episode 19: "Making a Positive Impact On Someone's Life"

March 08, 2021 23:00 - 16 minutes - 37.9 MB

Making a positive impact on the lives of others is something that we can all do regardless of our age, background, or education level. Whether you mentor someone in their career, teach a friend a new skill, or look for another way to offer guidance to someone else, the outcome you desire is always the same. You want them to succeed. In today's podcast, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' gives us 6 ways to make a positive impact on someone's life. 6 Ways to Make a Positive Impact Figure out th...

Episode 18: "How To Be More Assertive"

February 23, 2021 00:00 - 12 minutes - 27.9 MB

Assertiveness is an important skill for effective communication. Assertiveness allows you to advocate for yourself and your needs in a healthy and respectful way. In today's podcast, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' analyzes discusses steps for being more assertive without rubbing people the wrong way. Steps to Being Assertive Ask for what you want or need Saying "No" Speaking your mind respectfully Use "I" statements when speaking Don't apologize for your feelings Call to Action Evalua...

Episode 17: "Developing A Champion Mindset"

February 16, 2021 13:06 - 13 minutes - 30.2 MB

In today's podcast, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' analyzes the personality traits that make up a Champion Mindset. "Champions aren't made in gyms. Champions are made from something they have deep inside them-a desire, a dream, a vision. They have to have the skill, and the will. But the will must be stronger than the skill." -Muhammed Ali 10 Required Traits For Developing A Champion Mindset Persistence Fearlessness Think Before You Speak Sincerity Positive Attitude Integrity Helpf...

Episode 16: " Tips for Building Momentum in a Rapidly Changing Workplace"

February 01, 2021 23:30 - 14 minutes - 32.1 MB

On thing for sure is that change is constant especially in today's workplaces and businesses causing you to be more adaptive and flexible. Everyone is working all the time meaning they are rarely off duty. This can be stressful and overwhelming. In today's podcast, Tywauna 'Coach Tee' offers 6 tips for managers to help keep the momentum going no matter what is happening in the world.   6 Tips Building Momentum in a Rapidly Changing Workplace Get Clarity Communicate the Narrati...

Episode 15: "Setting Priorities to Prevent Burnout"

January 25, 2021 23:30 - 11 minutes - 26.8 MB

A huge factor in burnout is the stress related to feeling like you do not have enough time to get everything done in a day.  WE often feel like there is so much to do and so little time. Learning to set priorities and intention is important for each day. This will get back hours in your day resulting in less stress and and less chance for burnout in the long run. "The key is not to prioritize what's on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities"- Stephen Covey Stephen Covey's...

Episode 14: "The Beliefs of a Strong Leader"

January 18, 2021 23:30 - 20 minutes - 46.3 MB

Beliefs are those small phrases we say to ourselves about ourselves, about specific situations, and our ability to confront them. In this second episode on the Guide to being a Great Leader, Tywauna 'Coach Tee', discuss the beliefs of a strong leader. 6 Beliefs of a Strong Leader We become what we believe we are He/She who persist will succeed Behind the Impossible, there is possible Don't give up until it's done There is no such thing as failure The quest for excellence is ...

Episode 13: "Values That Develop The Mental Strength of Leaders"

January 12, 2021 10:34 - 13 minutes - 31.1 MB

We act and react according to what is important to us. Our filters of values and beliefs dictate our behavior and choices. The value system is built over time under the influence of our environment, our experiences, and our decision making. In this second episode on the Guide to being a Great Leader, Tywauna 'Coach Tee', discuss the values that help develop mental strength of leaders. 7 Values That Develop the Mental Strength of Leaders  Passion Discipline Will Respect Humil...

Episode 12: " Distinguishable Characteristics of a Leader"

January 04, 2021 19:03 - 12 minutes - 29.5 MB

What is defined as a good leader is often confused with a charismatic individual or someone who is a great speaker. True leaders aren't just great speakers but they also have distinguishing characteristics that make them stand out. In this first episode on the Guide to being a Great Leader, Tywauna 'Coach Tee', discusses characteristics that distinguishes leaders. 5 Characteristics That Distinguish True Leaders From Others  They are able to project themselves They provide safet...

Episode 11: "Why People Don't Dream Big Enough in Their Careers"

December 28, 2020 22:15 - 13 minutes - 29.9 MB

In this episode, Tywauna, discusses 4 reasons why people don't dream big enough in their careers. Today, commit to letting the limiting beliefs go! You got this, go for IT!! 4 Reasons why people don't dream big enough in their careers 1. It's not clear- No tangible steps to get there 2. Underestimate your abilities 3. Don't have the skills right now 4. Afraid Choose to dream big today! You might fail but who cares, you tried. It is part of the process. The only way you will be ab...

Episode 10: "How to Stay Motivated To Reach Your Big Dream in 2021"

December 21, 2020 11:00 - 12 minutes - 27.9 MB

Big goals? Support Circle? Staying motivated to your dreams means staying on your A-game. It means not letting anything bring your down and stopping at nothing to get to where you want to be. In this episode, Tywauna, shares 5 easy ways to stay motivated to reach your career dreams in 2021. Simple ways to stay motivated to reach your dream in 2021 1. Define your "why" of wanting to complete the dream 2. Approach it with a positive attitude, Have fun with it 3. Be adaptable 4. Be pr...

Episode 9: "How to Reach Your Big Career Dream in 2021"

December 14, 2020 10:29 - 13 minutes - 30.1 MB

In this episode, Tywauna, shares 6 practical steps for reaching your career dream in 2021. 6 Practical Steps to Reaching Your Career Dream in 2021 1. Stop being afraid 2. Have detailed plans 3. Check your progress with weekly check-ins 4. Ask for help 5. Determine how you will stay motivated 6. Go for it!! It's time to put your dream to the test and take action. Today is the day you get tired of watching life pass you by and you commit to winning. Call to Action What is your b...

Episode 8: "Four Step Process for Determining What People to Keep In Your Life"

December 07, 2020 09:00 - 11 minutes - 25.4 MB

In this episode, Tywauna discuss a quick 4 step process for determining the people you have in your social circle. Being aware of the people whom give you support is critical for your success. Four Step Process to Determine Who to Keep in Your Life 1. Identify the top 5 people you spend most of your time with 2. Analyze your top 5 (Take a look at their qualities, values, attitudes, etc) 3. Evaluate how they support you 4. Make the call and adjust Remember, the five people closest...

Episode 7: "Want to Grow? Join a Mastermind Group!"

December 01, 2020 00:00 - 12 minutes - 28.2 MB

Have you heard of the term Mastermind? The first time that I heard the term was from reading Napoleon Hill's "Think and Grow Rich" Book. The concept made perfect sense. Many successful people have gathered under the idea of using peer to peer mentoring pattern to get ahead, whether in business, educational goals, or even personal goals. In this episode, Tywauna discuss the the 6 ways joining a mastermind group can help you. 6 Ways a Mastermind Group Can Help You:  Building stro...

Episode 6: "Need Accountability? 4 Qualities to Look For In an Accountability Partner"

November 23, 2020 19:27 - 12 minutes - 28.2 MB

Do you think you have to do it alone? Somewhere, we got the idea that this was the way to go. The problem is everything seems more difficult when you have no one to back you up. This is especially true when it comes to having someone to help you with accountability for when you really need to get things done. They keep you focused so that you do not give or or even worse procrastinate.    This is why it's so important to have an accountability partner.  In this episode, Tywauna  ...

Episode 5: Tips for Becoming More Productive- Part 2

May 18, 2020 09:00 - 15 minutes - 35.4 MB

 In this second episode of a two part series, Coach Tee, gives effective productivity habits of successful leaders.  6 Habits for Increased Productivity: 1. Make a To-Do List 2. Track Your Time To Help You Understand How You Are Spending Your Minutes 3. Delegate and Follow Up 4. Figure Out Your Peak Hours for Working 5.Completing Shorter Tasks 6. Grouping Similar Tasks and Resisting the Urge to Multi-Task

Episode 4: Tips for Becoming More Productive- Part 1

May 14, 2020 12:00 - 15 minutes - 35.8 MB

 In this first episode of a two part series, Coach Tee, gives easily implementable strategies to help you become a more productive leader.  6 Best Strategies for Productivity: 1. Set Daily Goals 2. Schedule Your Time 3. Chunk into Small Snack Size Bites 4. Eliminate All Distractions 5. Take Short 2-Minute Breaks 6. Prioritize, Prioritize, Prioritize

Episode 3: 5 Tips For One-On-One-Networking

March 16, 2020 11:30 - 15 minutes - 35 MB

Networking doesn't have to be something that only happens at events. Utilize these 5 key tips when networking with someone: 1. Have a point to the meeting 2. Be strategic 3. Make it mutually beneficial 4. Be respective of the other person's time 5. Be polite and follow up

Episode 2: Importance of a Focus Word

March 13, 2020 11:30 - 13 minutes - 30.2 MB

Focus words are simple, defines your intentions, inspire you to act, and helps you reach your goals. 

Episode 1: Getting Back On Track With Your Goals

March 11, 2020 15:00 - 12 minutes - 28.5 MB

4 Steps to recovering your goals after you have gotten off track 1. Self-Examination 2. Set The Goal 3. Create A Schedule 4. Check Your Progress