Leadership In Two Minutes: Recent Episodes
Brian Fitzpatrick
Hi I'm Brian Fitzpatrick! The vision for LITM is to Inspire, Empower, Encourage and help you Transform in life and business through leadership development. Let's grow together!.
Do you want to have an organization that thrives on trust and teamwork? Check out this episode to learn how effective delegation can help get you there.
Delegation is difficult but a necessary part of leadership because you can’t do it all. Check out this episode to learn how to overcome some common delegation challenges.
Do you struggle with delegating as a leader? Do you feel like you are pushing work onto others? Join us for our May Series “The Art of Delegation”
When it comes to successful leadership, building teams is paramount. Yet, many leaders find themselves tasked with navigating building a high performing team with inherited personnel. Check out this episode to discover steps you can take to set yourself and the team up for success.
Leading well is not an accident! It takes intentionality. Join us for another episode of Leadership In Two Minutes for some tips on how to lead with intentionality.
Serving is not merely a task but a calling rooted in purpose. Many times, the reluctance to serve stems from a lack of clarity regarding our own purpose. Join us as we learn a few things about purpose.
Join us as we delve into the definition of leadership triggers and unravel their impact on leadership dynamics. We'll discuss how these triggers unveil the emotional responses that leaders experience, ranging from stress and anxiety to self-doubt and frustration. Understanding these emotional reactions is key to navigating challenges, making informed decisions, and fostering a positive work environment.
The saying is true that “we can’t pour from an empty cup.” So what should leaders be full of? Listen to this transformative episode and find out.
Disappointment is often the fruit of unmet expectations. Tune in as we discuss how leaders can set expectations that have impact.
If you lead long enough at some point you are going to ruffle some feathers. Let’s talk about it!
“There is a time and season for everything under the sun.” (Ecclesiastes 3:1). This includes the types of conversations we have in the moment. Check out this episode to learn about two crucial conversations we need to master as leaders. Parents definitely tap in 🙂
Every opportunity is not for you. In this episode of LITM, we discuss how you can effectively evaluate the opportunities that may come your way.
Compassion is about sacrifice and service. Let’s talk about it in this episode of LITM.
Collaboration is a leadership skill that is often not talked about in training but is highly sought after. In this episode, learn the benefits of honing your collaboration skills.
A positive attitude goes a long way. Listen in and learn 3 ways you can cultivate your positive attitude.
Self promoting behavior in leadership can damage the fabric of the most dynamic team environments. In this episode here a a few nuggets to help you combat that behavior.
Let's be honest and give credit, It is hard being Santa! However, Santa has a very dynamic support system. Take a listen at why it's important for him to listen to the elves.
Because employees are the ones who ultimately ensure your mission happens, staffing is your most important responsibility. Invest your time and energy in hiring the right people and promoting those with leadership qualities. Diversity in staff will give you an advantage.
Take a listen to this episode for some valuable Holiday Homework sure to produce a more enjoyable season for you.
One thing that all leaders have in common is that we all have internal customers in one form or another.
Take a listen for three strategies you can use to improve how you serve those in your own organization.
One thing that all leaders have in common is that we all have internal customers in one form or another. Take a listen for three strategies you can use to improve how you serve those in your own organization.
Walt Disney said “you can design, create and build, the most wonderful place in the world but it takes people to make the dream happen.” Check out this week’s episode of Leadership In Two Minutes!
Walt Disney said “you can design, create and build, the most wonderful place in the world but it takes people to make the dream happen.” Check out this week’s episode of Leadership In Two Minutes!
All of us have or will have to go through a “do-over” of a challenge we have previously faced. Listen to this episode for why and what to do.
Without connection, teams operate as individuals which shirt circuits the benefits of a team. Check out this weeks episode to learn the importance of connectivity.
The Final Episode of this series serves as our first video podcast release. Join me as I discuss 3 tips to put a bow on helping those we lead that may be struggling. All episodes of The Leadership In Two Minutes Podcast are available in audio.
In this final episode of the series we discuss 3 tips to put a bow on helping those we lead that may be struggling.
Behavior is the foundation for getting ourselves and others back on track. Check out this week’ episode of The Leadership In Two Minutes Podcast to learn more.
Facts are the framework for productive conversation. Check out this week’s episode as we discuss how to help those we lead through conversation.
How often do you take time to renew your vision for life and business? Beginning of the year you say? Take a listen to this week’s episode for some very interesting insight that is sure to change your perspective on the power of renewed vision.
One of the most frustrating things for leaders in every space is watching team members struggle and not know how to help them. In this series we will explore the tactics of conversation, course correction and change as tools for supporting them and building our Leader as a Coach muscles.
You will only see the true value of people when you begin to see how they individually contribute to the finished product.
What would happen if we as leaders went back to a place of child like curiosity? Take a listen to this week’s episode to find out.
Take a listen to this week’s episode as we begin a new series on how as leaders we can gain and main our footing regardless of shifting circumstances.
Credibility is one of the foundations of leadership. Take a listen to this week’s episode for tips on how you can build credibility with those you lead.
Being able to what we do with fidelity requires that we consider the true capacity of the team. Take a listen at this week’s episode and learn how. Follow LITM on our website www.livej330.com and also go purchase our new book The 50 Day RESET.
There is a new tool leaders should add to their tool boxes. It is our ability to assess capacity. Take a listen at the first installment of this new series and connect with me on my website at www.livej330.com
Experiencing a “worker shortage?” Take two minutes, stop and listen to this episode. Check out my New Book “The 50 Day RESET” and learn how to shift yourself and your business. https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578893118/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_fabc_ZQR70JBE4FKNKSWHN6JQ
Our ability to navigate life is in no small part impacted through the language we speak. Join me as we discuss the Language of Leadership. *Go to Amazon.com and purchase my new book The 50 Day RESET. This is an amazing guide and workbook for redefining your purpose and focus.
Why do teams struggle? That’s the million dollar question. There are a variety of reason why teams are successful but the list is just as long for why they struggle. Take a listen and gain some insight on what to watch out for as you build your high performing team. Looking for a great personal development tool, check out my new book “The 50 Day RESET” where I walk through my five step process for creating focus, alignment and results in life and business.
This week I have my friend and fellow coach Christina Martin from Christina Coaches. Join us as Christina shares with us this week.
At some point you have to trust what you have built. If you don’t trust your own building process in building other leaders, then you may need a new process. Take a listen at this week’s episode. For more information about professional development opportunities for you or your team visit my website at www.livej330.com
One of the biggest hindrances we must overcome is our attachment to the past. Check out this week’s episode to learn more. For more information on leadership development workshops and career development coaching visit my website at www.livej330.com
I call this the decision makers triple double, knowledge, understanding and wisdom. Take listen to find out more.
This week we continue our series with a quick nugget from Proverbs 18:15. Take a listen.
All of us as leaders want to be good decision makers. Like many other things, it takes practice to master. Join me as we discuss steps you can take to starting master it.
What is the greatest gift that you can give as a leader? Check out this week’s episode to find out.
Letting go of people and projects that we have nurtured as leaders can be difficult. However, if we are going to fully embrace new seasons it is necessary. Let’s talk about it.
Every new seasons comes with transition. As leaders we have to navigate those transitions in order to fully receive all the new possibilities. Let’s talk about in this episode of Leadership In Two Minutes. To connect to more great content for life and business, Join me every Tuesday for Super Tuesday in my private coaching group The RESET Experience Facebook.
For all of my content as a leadership trainer, consultant, and coach, whether in a ministry or corporate space, my frame of reference is always the bible. I can think of no better representation of organizational capacity building than the greatest of all time (The GOAT) Jesus. You may not realize it but your leadership principles originated here as well. The disciples receive power and authority with a purpose, to Go and Do. Take a listen to this week's episode as I drop some nuggets.
As we approach the end of the year, the temptation to engage the cruise control will start to look better and better. Take a listen as I discuss how to avoid the slip.
52 days left in the year and I just want to encourage you by letting you know "it is time to shift gears." Take a listen to Episode 40.
Catalyst is defined as an agent that provokes or speeds significant change or action. Are your actions driving change for the better in your organization and in your lifer? Take a listen to this week's episode "Leaders Are Catalyst.
Nelson Mandela once said "Don't judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up. In this final episode of the character counts series, let's talk about resilience. Take a listen.
Influence is the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself. As leaders we need ot remember the importance of influence and that we can influence either postively or negatively. So the question that I want to ask you is, what kind of influencer are you? In this week's episode, we explore the leadership character trait of an influencer. Special Announcement
Soft skills matter in life and leadership. When is the last time you took the time to encourage someone? If you want to build more leaders you have to pour into them what you would want them to pour out to others.
Being an effective communicator is not about volume. It is about substance. In this episode I discuss some keys to being an effective communicator as a leader. For more information on how I may be able to help your team reach their full potential through team workshops or coaching opportunities, please contact me at info@j330life.com or visit my website at www.livej330.com
Now more than ever what is on the inside of leaders has to be right. This is a season where cultivation will be needed for the comebacks you want to see.
As we continue this series we turn our focus to another little talked about character trait of great leaders. Being a convener of people. In order to move any organization forward leaders must be able to bring people together. Sometimes this is easier said than done but necessary nevertheless.
Courage as a leadership trait is an indispensable quality for a leader, especially in the face of adversity. Take a listen as we continue the Character Counts series and discuss courage. For more information on all of the leadership and personal development opportunities I offer go to my website at www.livej330.com
When opposition comes, dedication is a key character trait that will help leaders push through.
As we wrap up this series Me vs Me we end by dealing with something unspoken by many leaders. The fear of success and the self-sabotage that fuels it. Be sure to Subscribe to and Share Leadership in Two Minutes. #untilallhaveheard Also connect with me at www.livej330.com to see the many ways we can help you grow in business and life.
In this series I will discuss three huge de-railers for leaders. Perfectionism, Comparison and Self Sabotage. Let's learn how to get out of our own way as leaders and be the best we can be. Added Bonus: Are you ready to Grow? Consider 1 on 1 Leadership Coaching!2020 is not over with yet! It's time to dust ourselves off and get back in the game!If you are ready to Set Your Vision, Get Stuff Done and Create Impact, then let's do this! As a Certified Coach and having served in many senior leadership roles over the years I fully understand the taunting task of leadership even in these trying times. This is a real test of leadership. I would love to connect with you to share how I can help you through 1 on 1 Private Leadership Coaching. What's in it for you:🎯 6 Virtual Coaching Sessions with me (if you want to impact your life, family, career, health, leadership we need to talk)🎯 Online personality assessment (Its you versus you so we need to understand you)🎯 Get real time planning guidance, feedback and accountability (this is where we push)🎯 Email support between sessions (we have stuff to do so communication is key)Email me at bfitzpatrick@j330life.com to schedule your Discovery Session today!
In this series I will discuss three huge de-railers for leaders, Perfectionism, Comparison and Self - Sabotage. Let's learn how to get out of our own way as leaders and be the best we can be.
In this episode we discuss resolving conflict, getting creative and communicating with effectiveness to close out this series.
This episode is a little longer but there is a powerful message that everyone needs to hear. I hope that it inspires, encourages and empowers you to go and do with confidence.Over the next week five episodes I will break down each of the five points here and give you some strategy to get you started. You don't want to miss this!Winning is for right now!
The only thing worse than a revolving door, is being stuck in it. Take a listen to this week's episode as I discuss taking ownership of your own growth and development.
Every challenge brings an opportunity for us to glean something. The lessons we learn in crisis will be the things that keep us out of crisis at a later date
Progressing in life and leadership requires you to excel at the level you are at, then moving to the next level. Take a listen and learn How to Level Up.
It’s totally natural for all of us to experience fear at some point even as leaders. There are a few common fears that we will discuss over the next few weeks that I believe we can all identify with but also ways we you can we deal with them.Our ability to work through our fears is key to us as leaders being able to help others work through there’s.
In many spaces Charisma is a measuring tool for the potential effectiveness of a leader. The outward appearance of confidence, clear communication and engagement is all well and good but if it is not backed up by strong inner character traits that can be demonstrated through action then what you have potentially is someone who can talk it but can’t walk it.Take a listen to hear the conclusion of the matter.
Whether it’s some process that is taking longer than anticipated or having to wait on someone else to do something frustration in life and leadership is bound to occur when expectation and action are not aligned. Take a listen and find out how you can keep a cool head and press forward.
Whether social or cultural, technological or political, leaving a legacy is a catalyst for world changing influence and innovation. What's your legacy word?"
Does it ever seem like your to do list is out of control? Listen to this episode to learn a simple four step process that can transform the way you handle your list and use your time more effectively.
By definition the word "able" means having a quality or nature that makes something possible, so then the word "teachable" means apt and willing to learn.Remaining Teachable is important because we live in an ever changing world full of innovation and change so if you are not teachable then you will find yourself stuck in a mindset that may have helped you get to where you are but cannot help you get where you want to go. Teachable People have an Attitude Conducive to Learning, they possess a beginner's mind-set and they encourage others of positive influence to speak into their lives on a daily basis. They are not afraid of feedback or correction.
Pride can easily disguise itself as Leadership Presence. Pride by nature is self serving while true Leadership Presence is others centered. A Free 20 Minute Coaching Session is available with this episode. Spaces are limited. Overtime ExtrasPresence over Pride - ImageBook My Free Coaching Session
Change often does not come without struggle and conflict. Especially the conflict between what we want in our heart and what we decide in our mind to do about it.
If you have ever been in the car with someone who was obviously lost yet would not stop to ask for directions it is not fun. Neither is being led in life or business by someone who doesn’t know the way but is either too proud or too stubborn to ask for directions.Overtime Extra5 C's of Change - Counsel
In order for change to stick you must develop consistency. Anybody can do anything once!Today's Overtime Extra5 C's of Change - Consistency
When you think about change from either a life or leadership standpoint we can make all the plans we want but not until we truly make the COMMITMENT to taking the actions that drive those changes will anything actually be different.Click for the overtime extraThe Five C's of Change - "Commitment"
As a leader in every area of your life, your voice rests in your ability to be an influencer. An influencer of action, an influencer of change, an influencer of culture. Leaders know that influence is more important than authority because influence is what drives strategic vision and it makes things happen whether authority is present or not. It is never about being the loudest, Find your voice.
Every leader, every person gets to a place sometimes where they feel the weight of the world on their shoulders. This is why it is important to be surrounded by people who support you. Leaders are no different. Every leader needs a circle but everyone does not belong in the circle. It's important to know the difference. #leadershipmatters #allthetime #checkyourcircle #J330Coaching
“Only one thing has to change for us to know happiness in our lives: where we focus our attention." - Greg AndersonAs a leader it is easy to find yourself distracted, frustrated and unhappy. To start each day spend time making a list of things that matter that day and focus on those. Keep it simple and Be Intentional. #leadershipmatters #allthetime #beintentional #J330Coaching
Our ability to capitalize on opportunities in life and business are directly connected to our willingness to not be so rigid in our thinking. When we are, we instantly limit what is possible and hinder the vision that we have set.
In two minutes each week, I will be sharing tips and insights from over twenty years of leadership experience from non-profit, ministry and corporate sectors. I often tell people "you can't divorce growing as a leader from growing as a person." Let's get better together!!!!!!