Dr Leadership: Recent Episodes
Brent Taylor
A Podcast focused to helping Individual Contributors, Managers and Leaders exceed goals and drive results. Discussions are tied into everyday life and how these concepts can help us in our home life too. A weekly Connection point full of great content, fun stories and analogies and experiences that will help others succeed at the highest levels. Subscription Content and Early Release Content available via our website at www.drleadershipresults.com under the subscription header.
Dave shares his incredible experience in the investment community around some options that many may know about for avenues to build growth. A great discussion around his two incredible organizations that can be options for wealth building.
Jim Bramlett swings by the Lounge to discuss his newest book, Stop the Hassle. Jim brings great lessons and discussion points that lead to a great episode. check it out.
Kenneth is a world-renowned AI expert out of Sao Palo Brazil. A TEDx speaker and author of the book Cognitive Organizations joins the show to breakdown the value of AI and how to alleviate the anxiety around this new age technology and how to use it to maximize results.
https://cognitiveorganizations.com/ai-tools/
Jillian Reilly joins the show to discuss her incredible background of her decades in Africa fighting epidemics and culture shift and launches her new book being released in September called The Ten Permissions. A great conversation.
https://www.amazon.com/Ten-Permissions-Redefining-Adulting-Century/dp/1963827295
A great article in HBR by a former guest of the Show, Eric Charran, discusses how to deal with a boss that thrives on chaos. The same advice holds true in your personal life experiences. Control your Domain.
Keith Willis joins the Lounge to discuss his early years of Military Service as an officer in the Gulf War and how it launched him into his Leadership journey. Founder of Core Management Training Keith gives great insight on the core competencies of Leadership.
Lee Povey joins the show to discuss his past National Championship level cycling career and his time coaching Olympic and National Championship level athletes. This life experience launched him into founding his current company that focuses on development for "Founders" of different organizations. A great conversation around the Psychology of life and driving winners to new heights.
There are three types of players or individuals in the world that coaches need to work with. DR L discusses the importance of mindset vs. talent in building legacies and long-term success for not only teams but for us each as individuals.
A trip to Bangkok exposed me to the great Asian world of Respect. That is also returning to the US on the world stage following the last couple weeks of major news events. The DR discusses his trip overseas and gives his thoughts on the latest events around the world around respect.
Will R Young joins the Leadership Lounge to discuss financial planning in this volatile market. Will uses Stoicism and accurate forecast modeling to provide a differentiation for his clients. Give a listen on how to eliminate emotional decision making around your finances.
Long time leader and author William C. Davis stops by the Leadership Lounge to discuss his recent career move and his recently released book. Relationships have driven success for him throughout his career and he shares the valuable lessons they have taught him. Give it a listen and enjoy.
Choices in life matter. Making good ones along the way are the make it or break it crossroads to accomplishing financial freedom and retirement goals. Take a walk on how you can Spring into action and make changes to day to ensure success tomorrow.
No one really likes disagreement, but we need to understand that Constructive Disagreement is a great tool to utilize to drive growth. Give thought to how dissent leads to discourse that leads to results. This episode gives insights on how to lead through and participate in this process.
Dave joins the show to discuss all things leadership related. A great family upbringing launched his sports carreer with D1 football and Conference Championships leading to a great opportunity at Wharton Business School. Now Dave is a leadership junkie as he empowers people with insights on how to become the best they can be.
Auythor Jim Carlough stops by the Leadership Lounge to discuss his new book The Six Pillars of Effective Leadership. A great conversation around the key six pillars that all leaders and frankly all of us can learn and live by. Jim is also the Chief Revenue Officer for mPulse and has been involved in leadership for decades, starting back when he became a City Council Member at the age of 22. Give it a listen.
Dr. Rob stops by to talk with DR L to discuss culture development and the great work they are doing at Black River Performance Management. A must listen.
Eric Charran joins the Leadership Lounge to discuss his soon to be released book "Have You Ever Had a Boss That". We discuss the different archetypes that Eric portrays in his book through personal experiences and how he has learned to work with and achieve through in his past incredible business experiences leading big engagements at Microsoft and Capital One.
This last week has been a master class in how to move mountains to bring help to the citizens impacted by inept leadership and policies. Pace is critical in times of challenge and now is the time to have Leaders that Drive Incredible Pace to solve these huge problems.
Leadership Matters and the California wildfires have exposed the serious mistakes voters made in who they entrusted based safeties. A discussion around how truly simple understandings could have avoided much of this terrible event. Time to hold our leaders accountable for results and not feel good language.
2024 had some incredible self-inflicted wounds by some big names in Business. We review the top ones and discuss the ramifications of not being in tune with what your customers want and also on how to take accountability for your errors and not double down on stupidity.
It is time to take stock of your financial well-being. Each new year we should all take time to adjust and recalibrate to ensure our financial future. DR L goes over the quick check up list that we all need to keep our eyes on. Give it a listen.
Our Society needs a reset on what is important and how we should go about our lives. The best place in the world to figure the answers out is in your local Dive Bar. Give a listen on a lesson of life we all need to pay attention to.
Join the Lounge as we talk with four time Olympian Ruben Gonzalez about his journey to participate in four separate Winter Games over four different decades. A man who simply said, at the age of 21, I am going to compete in the Olympics and four years later did exactly that. A great story of tenacity and dedication to a dream.
Doug Finkelstein stops by the show and we discuss his Company and Community called Slow the F%$# Down. A Community dedicated to self awareness and well-being. How a couple of big impactful events lead him on this journey of self discovery and self improvement.
DR L lost a friend this week and it brought about the importance of discussing how we all have a limited number of days ahead of us. We need to use them appropriately to set our own dreams up but to ensure our loved ones are taken care of.
A fantastic discussion with Allie Stark around her wellness company and her consulting and coaching business. With a focus on well being and developing mental skills to lead and cope in today's fast changing environment. An interesting conversation around how the approach to well being has changed over the years and how it is empowering leaders to drive results with a different set of tools.
A great visit with Ed as he takes us on his journey as a Sales Person, Sales Leader and now Best Selling Author and Relationship Coach. A ton of great back and forth with words of wisdom galore from Ed.
Driving change is a part of leadership but leaders can never lose the plot of driving results by throwing constant disruptions at their organizations. Execution eats strategy for lunch. Give time for changes to take root and the execution will improve. Listen to those closest to the customer and you will be well served.
DEI was set up with virtuous goals however it has become evident that it is focusing to the wrong areas. Let's fix the root causes of what we are trying to fix. Opportunities need to come based on Merit and not identity. The sooner we realize this the better the outcomes will be.
Give a listen to part 2 of our discussion around German Philosopher Nietzsche's concepts of self accountability and growth. A list of a few of his concepts are reviewed and tied into how they are relevant in today's society. Enjoy!
A journey with a German Philosopher by the name of Friedrich Nietzsche. A late 19th century writer and teacher who's ideas, although based around his nihilistic disposition, resonate today on self accountability and personal growth. Give a listen to part 1.
A quick check up on a group of questions that let you know if you are a workaholic or not. If you are we discuss several approaches to help stifle that affliction. Be passionate but also know when to rest and recover. To be your best, you have to have balance!
Over the past seven weeks I have been blessed with a ton of time with a sick 95 year old. The lessons and reminders of how things should be have resonated with me. Join me to cover just a few things that this wonderful woman inspired me with.
Optimism is a game changer if you use the steps to enact it's power to drive results. A great episode around the deeper steps of Optimism and how it improves results.
Join the fun as we cover the second half of the twelve great decisions to make to ensure success according to Warren Buffet, the Oracle of Omaha. Part two dives into some easy moves to accelerate your ascent to the top.
Warren Buffet is known for two things, making money and giving advice. ive a lilisten to the twelve important decisions that Mr. Buffet says will help us all attain success in life.
Navy Seals are the epitome of mental toughness. They follow the 40% Rule. Give a listen on how you can incorporate this mindset to push you beyond where you feel you could go.
Dr. Fuzie joins the lounge to discuss his behavioral leadership books and to give insite on how people engage in followership and leadership. With a background of law enforcement and his Doctorate in Behavioral Leadership Dr. Fuzie gives great insights on how people become followers and leaders. We also discuss the Scott Peterson Murder case that Chris was a part of as that story hits the headlines yet again with a new trial in the air.
How do you elevate performance past a certain point? When you think there is no more juice in the lemon take a look around and remove headwinds, remove Drag. Give a listen and change your focus.
Ever get the Sunday night blues? Everyone does. A change in mindset helps us all in our careers and personal lives to fight through the mental fatigues we face. Life is not easy, prepare and excell with these concepts.
After returning from an incredible recognition trip I felt it important to share the importance of humility in giving and receiving recognition. It is critical to understand the bigger picture around giving and receiving recogntion. Enjoy
Kim Ades, a leader in Executive, Life and Relationship Coaching, joins the show to discuss her Company and their approach to driving excellence and personal development. We discuss a wide range of topics from her books to her ascension to a leader in the Coaching Industry.
A billionaire shared 8 simple concepts with me and now I am sharing them with you. Stay focused and take these approaches to life to drive personal development and to achieve your goals. It's Go Time!
Several studies show that the perpetual change and transformation we are putting on our teams or are having put on us is delivering some degrading results. Culture impacts are huge. The Psychological Contract we have with our employees is being impacted and needs a reset with understanding. The statistics don't lie, be leading edge on managing consistency in changing times.
Has life ever been humming along and suddenly, out of nowhere, a crisis or situation comes to be that changes everything suddenly. Today's episode goes into how consistency can help you potentially avoid and at least help you deal with sudden stressful changes in life. Give it a listen.
Fathers need to understand their role. It isn't to be popular, it isn't to be a friend, it is to be the one that shows the way to good outcomes. We cover a few of the key ideas in the Dr's mind on how to go about this. Give a listen.
Transforming your organization may be needed but ensure you use the middle of your org to help determine what it should look like. Far too often the CSuite thinks they got it figured out but in fact they don't understand how it all truly happens. Use the middle, your best managers and employees, to ensure you get the needed impacts.
The Leadership Lounge welcomes Jayne Frazier, Managing Partner of Scharf Pera PLLC. A great conversation around personal and private business taxes. Don't be scared of the IRS and make sure to have a great team to help you keep more money in your own pocket!
DR Leadership discusses the final piece of his 3 part set of episodes on building wealth. A few basic steps to take, the first of which is to find a good financial planner to go on the journey with. A set of quick hit discussions around building wealth and success for your financial future. When to, what to and how to invest in different things for securing retirement.
In today's world instant gratification is everywhere. Point and click to buy stuff and the next day it shows up, unfortunately your financial freedom and accomplishments require delayed gratification mindsets. You will fail at the biggest game of life if you don't become diligent and focused regardless of the social noise around you.
A discussion about Charlie Munger's comments around the Magic Number. This is the number to work your tail off to get into investments as quickly as possible. A conversation around the vehicles and approaches to build true wealth and security for your future.
Opportunities are often very competitive and close. Some call them Jump Balls. Doing the necessary things to ensure that possession arrow goes your way is covered in today's episode. It is not difficult in our business or personal lives to do the little things that allow us to stand out and lead to success. Give it a listen.
PACE is the critical part of attaining goals. Setting an appropriate pace shows those around you the way to get to the goal. As a leader the Pace of the Team follows the Pace of the Leader. Set the appropriate pace as a leader, a contributor, a parent or in anything else in life. Don't be choked by emotion like our feckless University leaders but make things happen and quickly.
Motivation can be tough to come by but it is up to us as individuals. Dr L reviews an article with some very scary statistics. We all need to self reflect and act. Give it a listen. The show gives four steps to take to turn your switch back on to accomplish great things.
Old School is another term for Experienced, Knowledgeable and been there. Listen as the DR L show goes into the need to go back to this Old School approach to attaining Success.
An attitude of playing to win is critical in life. Playing not to lose is never going to garner long term results. Dedication and discipline will drive success, engage here and play to Win!
Easter Sunday and Spring bring to light that new beginnings are here. Take advantage of it and begin the journey on what you want to be. It takes a first step and you can do this!
Best Selling Author and former NFL and NBA executive Paul Epstein stops by the lounge to discuss his books and his new Win Monday community he is launching.
With change comes anxiety but a new boss is an opportunity to learn and grow. Don't focus on what it was but focus on what it can be. Communicate. A discussion covering several ideas on how to build a relationship with the new boss.
Prospecting is the life blood of sales and sales leadership. If you procrastinate on this basic skill you will not be succesful. Give a listen and check out the book referenced in this episode, you owe it to yourself.
A continuation on last weeks start of a discussion around the downfalls of our society around social media. Communication is critical to human interaction and we are losing the abilty within our younger generations.
Social media has placed a sickness on our societ of envy and jealousy. There are some good things from technology but overall there is a lot of down side. A discussion on how to drive for your best self and not on concentrating on likes and affirmation.
Steve Koehler gave over 30 years of service to his Country. We spend some great quality time discussing his "why" and the incredible journey his service took him on. His insight around Leadership and how to treat people is inspiring. From securing nuclear weapons facilities to traveling the globe for over 16 years Steve's story is inspiring and a must listen. Enjoy!
Time to check in our yourself and ensure the Goals remain the same. Is it time to recalibrate what you are trying to attain? Purpose and desire need to be leading your ride through life. Give it a midlife check up.
Caitlin Clark can play ball! But why is the world watching with such intensity? Lots of reasons. Join for some comments around the love of this fantastic athlete and human being.
The DR dives into how succesful people become succesful. Trends are very dangerous since most are designed to gain attention and that is not what succesful people are concerned with. Succesful people concentrate on making good decisions that help them attain goals.
A discussion around a great lesson I learned early in my career. If you want to reach a destination in life you have to get your ass in the car. An analogy that works for work and personal life. Give it a listen and get started.
DR L discusses his theory on the thirds of life. The first and last are taken care of by people who concentrate on the middle third. If someone told you if you worked hard 1/3 of the time and you would have an awesome life you would take that in a minute. This episode tells you how!
The Puerto Vallarta Shuffle was the driver of this idea in my head. On vacation over the Holidays I noticed just how happy and Enthusiastic the people were on my wife's vacation. There is no doubt enthusiasm leads to better outcomes. Be enthusiastic.
To win or not to win can all come down to your negotiation skills. A discussion on some of the key attributes to possess and use to increase your close rates. Take the fodder out of the conversation and use FUD to drive deals your way. Be confident and be willing to Walk.
Watching the news can give you a case of depression. Lots of great things are happening in the world if you look optimistically. A few examples are discussed. In the dark, look for stars!
Our Society pushes us to "fit into the cool crowd". Unfortunately that crowd ain't cool. Be convicted in your beliefs and don't worry about being validated or affirmed. Be bold and lead with honesty and don't sweat the fake society around you.
There are two types of mindsets, Scouts and Soldiers. One seeks the truth while the other stubbornly stands on emotional baggage keeping them where they are. A truth seeker is more intellectually driven while Soldiers are emotionally constrained. A discussion around a great book and how our Society needs to be driven towards the Scount Mindset.
The difference between success and mediocrity is Mental Toughness. A discussion on the way in which to drive yourself to the outcomes you desire, it takes grit, action and determination. Get after it.
CEO, Author and Leadership Speaker Toby Stansell joins the Leadership Lounge to discuss his climb to success and the key attributes that helped him get where he is today. A great discussion that should not be missed.
It is time to look at being Thankful as a state of mind and not a time on the calendar each year where we eat too much and move on. Society needs this, give it a listen.
Part two of the series on How to Give a Killer Presentation. The Delivery is critical. Know the room and use the space to your advantage.
Creating and Giving a Killer Presentation is critical. In this two part series the DR covers how to build out the presenation and also deliver it to create the excitement you desire to drive decisions in your favor.
Brian Smith joins the Lounge to discuss his career development from owning a high end Home Security Company, a Media Design company to also hosting his own podcast, The Five Things. A start in the military unleashed an internal drive that allowed him to outperform others to create an outstanding career. He shares great advice.
Retired football great DJ Bleisath joins the show to share stories from his Football career in College, NFL and ultimately an Arena Bowl Championship. A journey down the road of dedication and focus to deliver results in his sports career and later translate to his professional career as a Business Leader.
Positivity leads to maximized results. Life is Hard, get over it! Get the Mindset right and reap the rewards. Good Day Sunshine!
DJ Bleisath joins the Leadership Lounge to discuss his all star College Football career, his time in the NFL and transition to the Arena League where he won an Arena Bowl Championship. He describes the efforts it took to reach these athletic heights as well as how he has used those lessons in his professional career in the business world.
Manic Urgency and Fire Drills turn your teams into non productive reactionary content generators. Ensure you keep these situations to a minimum and do the work once. Drive a better environment through a consistent temperature at work.
There are two types of Intelligence, Crystalized and Fluid. Both types are critical to driving towards succesful outcomes in anything you do in life. Maintaining Brain Health is critical in creating the longevity of those successes long into your later years. A discussion around what and how to maximize creation of intelligence and maintaining it.
Story Telling is an Art and a Skill that is critical to possess as a Leader and in many aspects of our personal lives it drives advantages for us as well. A discussion around some studies and a few great stories about Story Tellers and a whopper of a personal story where I knew I had some traits that could help me later in life.
The old days of Command and Control Leadership are of a bygone Era. Learning to have attributes that gain the Hearts and Minds of those around you is the way in which to drive greater results. A couple of great articles and books are out there and DR L discusses some key concepts.
A concept of driving change that was shared in a recent Harvard Business Review article. A great set of steps to help one drive change internally first as you are tasked with handling new endeavors yourself.
Are you admired? A critical question to self-reflect on. A discussiono around a number of personal attributes to grade yourself on and be honest with yourself. Admiration is earned by actions and not words. Take Action.
Ryan Farris, President and COO of Alpahgraphics, joins the Lounge for a great discussion on handling adversity early in life. Ryan's is an unbelievable story of being challenged personally as a young father and husband and having to find the grit to make things happen. A great conversation focused on great Leadership concepts and personal drive.
Give a listen to the DR as he discusses the concept of "Use the Difficulty". A mindset challenge to onesself to ensure you overcome adversity. Handle Hard Better is touched on and how a Coach from Duke University utilizes the same approach with her student athletes to drive self-development and growth.
A discussion of the old adage by the Stoics, Character is Fate. In life of all aspects a person of Good Character will always end up ahead of one of Bad Character. Take small steps and be a person of good character.
Retired Lt. Colonel Russel RC Brown visits the Leadership Lounge to discuss his early life and his decision to serve his Country. As an F-15E Strike Eagle pilot with over 650 Combat Hours under his belt his experiences are right out of a novel. From earning his call sign to stories of how others earned theirs Russell describes life in the War Times he experienced while in Gulf War I, Gulf War II and the Wars on terrorism in Afghanistan and Irag. An unbelievable conversation with awe and humor. Listen today!
Football season is back and this story ties in how football almost wasn't and how being a trend setter leads to great things in sport and in life! Give it a listen.
The true story of Jadev Molai Payeng, the man who built a forest, resonates with listeners in today's episode. How small steps lead to incredible outcomes! Whether you are facing a hardship or simply striving to succeed, this episdoe shows how planting a tree every day makes incredible things happen. Give it a listen and by like Jadev!
The psychology of motivation is reviewed and the 4 key Drivers are discussed in detail. When you know how the brain works it is much easier to get the most our of yourself and those around you as a leader.
Coming off my annual incentive trip has Recognition at top of mind. Recognition is such a powerful concept, it is one that needs constant focus and enhancement. This episode can help you in work and your home life. It is the simple things that make the biggest difference. Give it a listen
A discussion around a recent study showing fulfilled employees drive up to a 50% improvement in results. Is your work life and the life you lead at home fulfilling? Are you creating such environments to maximize your team's and family's results?
A review of what the great Steve Jobs felt were the key attributes to help you be successful. It really isn't hard, just focus on the right things and your liklihood increases dramatically.
DR L dives into a recent HBR article around the "why" individuals have trouble asking for help. The psychology is interesting and learing to overcome these hold backs will only increase your success and speed at which you attain your goals. Give it a listen!
Part 2 of the Leadership Lounge with Retired Commander Kirk Lippold. Kirk discusses and tells the first hand story of he and his staff working together to save lives and the ship after Al Quada Suicide Bombers explode a bomb next to the ship in the Port of Aden in Yemen on October 10th, 2000. Heroism at it's finest saving as many sailors as possible. The story is riveting and unbelievable when heard from the first hand account.
It is ok as a leader to adjust at halftime. It is ok to say the plan isn't working. It is ok to use inspiration and motivation versus fear and intimidation. It is ok to build relationships and not treat your teams as COGS in your labor pool. Great Leaders listen to feedback and don't take narcissistic or concescending approaches to handling adversity. Give it a listen.
A tremendous privelege to discuss the journey Kirl Lippold's life took leading to his Command of the USS Cole and how Leadership came to call on that fateful morning in 2000 when Al Quada attacked his ship, Killing 17 and injuring dozens. Part 1 of the journey leading up to the attack and his fight to save his crew and ship.
You are what you surround yourself with. A discussion around some recent articles that call out the four key attributes you want your life to be surrounded by with people that possess them. We make choices and choices make us. Choose your "tribe" wisely.
Over the last couple weeks it has become evident that money can't buy common sense. The persuit of glory led to the deaths of several due to the inability to measure a Risk vs. Reward scenario. Check out the discussion on how to strive to attain your goals and objectives while still using common sense and your fight or flight mechanisms to avoid the Big Loss.
We all know these people. Very insecure and destructive to relationships and results. We reveiw the 7 main traits of Toxic Insecure People and how to recognize them via their actions. The outcomes are negatively impacted and those of you who are insecure should listen up on how to help yourself drive better results by shedding these traits.
Are you experiencing the duldrums? Is life seeming extra hard right now? Everyone is facing the challenge of being motivated and enjoying life. DR L reviews 7 steps to help yourself get rid of the Blahs and tells some personal stories on how he and others have done it. Give it a listen.
How do you determine what your Brand is? How do you define yourself? Do you even know what you want your Brand to be? Self-Reflection leads to the development of your Niche' or Brand. A great discussion on the how the why and the approaches to drive success through a Personal Brand. Be Awesome!
Today we engage in the retention of your brand. We will dive into building a brand next week but due to the incredible fall from grace of a couple of World Renowned Brands we will dive into how to avoid wrecking what you have built. A great discussion around what not to do, stay out of the Politics folks!
A discussion around the latest Microsoft Study and article from the Harvard Business Review showing that Managers and their attempt at fighting Burnout is not going to plan. What can Companies, Leaders and Individuals do to understand the root causes and to change their approaches to help people get through these troubling times and situations.
A te-engagement on the Does Money Buy You Happiness Episode and the piece on money provides Freedom. A discussion around the average retirement savings by age group and how scary the results are for most Americans. You can make a difference in your financial freedom accomplishments but it takes dedication and time. Start today! Be Educated! Be Dedicated!
A discussion with Brenna Finnerty a winner of multiple awards and recognition for her Philanthropic work. We dive deep into what drives Brenna to give back and how her philanthropic successes has lead her on to her next challenge in life. A great story and one to help you understand that the three T's are in play for all of us.
A review of the outcomes from busy work versus Productive work. A Time Poverty has taken over society and we confuse Busy for Productive. How to change the cycle and how to drive a "Go Long" approach to achieve the outcomes you are after.
A conversation around several scientific studies around if money leads to happiness. A set of surprising conflicing results that lead to collaboration for an amazing final outcome. Money brings freedom, you bring happiness.
A discussion of how to take on change by engaging and running to it versus running away from one's problems. The world is in constant flux, embrace it and drive to new heights.
The Leadership Lounge welcomes Melissa Ness to the show. The Founder and CEO of Connectify HR, a Professional Employer Organization. Melissa shares her story through an incredible journey of leadership inside the Payroll and HR space, leading well know national organizations all the way to the C-Suite. We then dive into her desire to create her own organization and how the community embraced her vision and supported her as she launched Connectify HR and cheered her on as she has driven incredible growth over the past several years with the best team in the industry.
A discussion around the psychological concept of The Fresh Start Effect. Allowing yourself to set new goals and leave what ever has happened in the past by giving yourself a true Clean Slate. How to continue your good attributes if you are coming off of great times but more importantly how to "reset" and give yourself permission to be awesome going forward. Get Back in the Saddle!
A discussion with International Speaker, Executive Coach, Author and Chief Talent Officer for The Encompass Group, Tony Bridwell. We discuss his journey to where he is today, several of his books including his newest release The Do Over and finally talk about what he wants to be when he grows up!
Change is inevitable and can cause some to feal feer and uncertainty however if viewed and approached through the right Lense it can be a great thing. People develop with change. Look forward and don't hold yourself back. Lean in!!!
Great leaders use two different approaches. Don't just be authoritarian but be able to be empowering and enable your teams to engage and share ideas. A discussion around when and where to use the different approaches and how to understand your style and attack your blind spots.
A discussion around how anxieties can be a friend or foe. Successful people often fight anxiety that others don't see. Fear of failure, self-doubt, catastrophic thinking all creep in and can have a negative affect on outcomes if we don't know how to manage it. Whether it be in your personal life and your goals there or your professional life managing your own thoughts and understanding where they come from is critical. Enjoy!
Big Game Hunting Part 2. A formalized approach to the steps you need to take to build trust and credibility. You have to earn the right to win someones business and this episode gives some foundational blocks on how to do that. A review of some great insight from some subject matter experts around Persuasion and some great concepts around building yourself in the prospects minds eye as the only way to go. Go Win it!
DR L dives into the approaches and concepts of how to bring down the biggest deals in your industry. A look at how to engage, build relationships and have yourself in the right position to win when the time presents itself. How to show value and differentiation in a hyper competitive market. Hint, they are just like normal people so don't be intimidated. Big Companies have more problems to solve so be the one to do it!
A review of Attributes that you don't want on your teams or around you to drive maximum results. A discussion around the value of thoughts that are different than yours, skills that are not the same as yours and the great ways to build teams and relationships encompassing all types of people. A tie in to Coach Tom Izzo's recent Vigil Speech at Michigan State University,
A discussion around the Google Project from 2009 on what makes a Good Leader versus a Bad Leader. DR L dives deep into the connections of the attributes to being a Good Leader and how they pertain to both a professional Leader and how we all need to utilize them in Driving the Village to a better place. A conversation that covers some of the latest news around the detriment to our communities and how these basic leadership skills can cross over into our personla lives. The Village Must Respond!!!
American Society has an enthusiam problem and we have to dig out of it. A discussion that reviews several studies that show that younger generations are unwilling to work and holding themselves back from Huge Opportunities. A review of how the news of the day is continuously psychologically negatively impacting us and how to dig out of it and understand that the world is really not ending, it is changing but not ending. Embrace relationships and go kick the barriers down in front of you.
A great conversation in the Leadership Lounge with World Renowned Executive Coach and Author Stan Phelps. A dive into good leadership and a review of his Goldfish Series books. How he got started and what he sees as "what good looks like". A longer episode but So Worth It!!!
A discussion on ways in which to prospect in current customers and new businesses. How to retain, expand and grow current customers is a critical prospecting skill as well as how to engage in New Business development. Don't be a Hero to Zero performer. Drive consistency. In the end an unbelievable story of how NOT to prospect, hence the title of the episode. Yes it really happened. Visit us at www.drleadershipresults.com and click subscribe for special content and inverviews with Industry Leaders!
A great conversation with Bill Fournet, Founder and CEO, of The Persimmon Group. A leadership consulting, project managment and business consulting group. A discussion about Bill's insights into Leadership and his program called Zero Dark Thirty. A great listen.
Let's face it, driving collaboration can be challenging for any leader but what are you doing yourself that may be stifling the results? A deep dive into approaches you can take and change to maximize the desired outcomes you are looking for. How to get everyone involved and how to drive the best overall results.
DR Leadership brings the Power of the Three Ts to you. Giving back to your community is the backbone of a Great Village. Be it Time, Talent or Treasure we all can help those in need and improve our own lives as we do it. A great discussion covering each T and ways to get engaged and involved. Enjoy!
A set of questions to ask yourself to truly understand where your strengths are and where you could improve. Expanding on your strengths and working on or out your weaknesses. A great conversation around Understanding Yourself and driving to the results you are wanting to achieve in both your personal and business lives.
A deep dive into how a good sense of humor can help drive results and leads to better relationships and engagements. Self-deprecating humor leads to better Trust, Followship and Engagement from your teams or family. A good laugh drives Dopamine to the same levels as Love. Think about the power in that simple fact! Have Fun, don't take yourself too serious and get after it!
Let's talk about Goals! How to set, attack and accomplish them is the key to success. A discussion around some ideas and processes to use to raise the hit rate on attainment.
A sit down with legendary, Hall of Fame, Super Bowl Winning coach Dick Vermeil. He discusses his upbringing and his journey to the Hall of Fame, who inspired him and how he turned his life lessons into his 7 Leadership Principles. A great discussion around the value of Hard Work and Dedication to the Team. He also discusses the development of his Wine Business, Vermeil Wines, and his life in the Broadcast booth. A great listen for everyone. Was only available to Members until today.
DR Leadership dives into the hostility in today's world and how to Lead through it in Business and in Personal interactions. Turning the Heat Down and then using specific steps to help people realize the whole world isn't ending. We have been fed that all is bad and in reality Life has so many great things, especially as an American. Drop the half empty thought process and engage with optimism and watch yourself flourish. You can do it with a positive outlook. Let's face it, Life is Hard however it is not all doom and gloom. Don't let the media, both social and national, drive your outlook. Bring your own sunshine. Check out the special content at www.drleadershipresults.com and click on subscribe to get some unbelievable interviews in the Leadership Lounge. Super Bowl Coach Dick Vermeil, World Renowned Business Coach Stan Phelps and many more to come. A great investment in your daily growth!
In today's world it is time to Lead our lives in all situations with Appreciation and Gratitude. The power of the language and actions you use will help you drive your life to the best it can be at work and at home. A conversation around the power of emotional contagion and making sure it is focused to the positives of life.
A look into ways to drive Financial Decisions so as to enable your life goals to be met. A discussion around college savings, insurance approaches, wealth management and sustainment ideas that everyone should be aware of to maximize the systems in place in the world to help you drive wealth and financial independence. A great listen as we get ready to welcome real Financial Expertise to the Leadership Lounge at www.drleadershipresults.com under "subscribe".
There is no Procrastination in instilling these steps in your own and your childrens lives as early as possible. DR Leadership discusses Financial Habits and Concepts to fold into your life to ensure Financial Freedom in your later years. A conversation around how to teach your children appropriate habits early to allow them to leave the nest and be high performing members of the Village. A must listen and one to share with other parents. Check out the special content and early access at www.drleadershipresults.com
Great Feedback from DR Leadership on Culture development. A great listen to help you create the culture you want via this new remote work world. Take care of each other and create relationships. Enjoy!
DR Leadership jumps in and advances the conversation around how do we develo a Culture on Teams in this new remote working environment. Leaders are confused on how to address this and take on their fears that productivity and Culture are dependent on working location versus belief in the mission. Purpose Based Performance and Micro Cultures are the key to driving results. Employee satisfaction discussions and impacts of the Great Resignation are a part of the conversation. A must hear for employees and leaders searching for the new maximization approach we all need.
DR Leadership jumps into how Life is not fair and Adversity will come at you in all different types of ways. Death of a loved one is hugely impactful, how will you handle it? Illness of your spouse, how will you handle it? The list of what you will have to face in life is too long to list so you better get mentally prepared to handle adversity.
A meeting with DR L that brings in one of the Midwest's best developers on both the Commercial and Residential sides. Kevin Johnson has been building Accurate Development into what it is today for over 30 years. A conversation describing his journey and what he feels is important to achieving that success and also keeping it. A great listen for some insight into Land Development and the people that make it happen. Other DR Leadership Lounge content available through our website at www.drleadershipresults.com under the "subscription" section. Enjoy!
DR Leadership discusses the hardships in your business and personal lives that we must all face and learn to deal with. Adversity is a life lesson Professor who hits you when you least expect it. A conversation around standing up and taking on the tough parts of life. Dedication and Determination are key components. To finish off there are two hysterical true stories about people facing adversity, and yes they are both 100% true!!!
A great dive into the Burnout phenomenon impacting everyone and the way in which to go about life to protect yourself from the items that cause it.
DR Leadership begins his digging in on Burnout and how it is impacting employees today differently than it has in the past. An understanding of what Burnout is is critical since once you understand that then as a Leader and Individual you can start to take it own to avoid it in the future. Check out the Subscription Content at www.drleadershipresults.com
DR Leadership discusses the need in today's remote work environment to drive yourself harder than ever before on Self Development. No matter what position you are in you need to hold yourself accountable for growing. You go to Practice to Learn What to Practice even more. Only you can choose to get where you want to go. Check out the special content, Leadership Lounge and early access at www.drleadershipresults.com then click "Subscribe"
DR Leadership continues the conversation around accountability focusing on when and where it should and could happen. Driving into the Executives accountability to their staff and how they need to react with speed and agility. Driving results is up to the Agility of the Leadership.
Accountability is a key component that all Leaders and Individual Contributors must possess themselves and as a Leader instill in the entire Team. As a bedrock Accountability is key to driving to the highest level of attainment. Stories on what good looks like and also what the lack of Accountability looks like,
A discussion with DR Leadership around Communication vehicles and how to use them at the right times. Ways to communicate and communication styles and approaches to avoid.
DR Leadership goes into more detail on his own background and how he has arrived at his place in life today. A review of his work career as an Individual Contributor and then as a Leader and the 10 Different Leadership Roles he has held over the last 27 years. After giving validation for his competency in the topics to come DR Leadership goes into the importance of Communication as a Leader.
DR Leadership launches his podcast with the all important question of "why be a leader". A look into what should drive one to be drawn to leadership versus what characteristics may not serve that journey as well. A discussion around how to make a decision to lead.