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Natural-born leaders don’t exist. Effective leadership requires a thoughtful and deliberate approach with specific plans and processes for reaching goals. Errol Doebler, former SEAL operator and FBI special agent, shares the science and strategies behind effective leadership – from the power of awareness to meditating in an ice bath. Resources The Process, Art, and Science of Leadership Leader 193 Wim Hof Method

Leading through change – both internally and externally – can be an immense challenge and responsibility when there’s no guidebook on what to do. In this episode, Tod Bolsinger, author of Tempered Resilience, encourages leaders that vulnerability is normal and necessary to lead through change. It’s how you respond that strengthens or divides your team. Find out how tempered resilience can help you overcome your greatest challenges as a leader. For additional resources, text change to 66866.

The average person receives up to 5,000 commercial messages in a day. Are they engaging with your company’s messaging? J.J. Peterson, chief of teaching and facilitation at StoryBrand, tells us how to use storytelling in our marketing to engage customers in a way that causes them to become emotionally and mentally invested in our brand. J.J. shares how to follow narrative rules to experience exponential growth. Resources Business Made Simple University Building a Storybrand book Storybrand one-liner exercise ‘Thank you Mom’ P&G commercial

Taking risks and weighing failure is part of a leader’s role. But what happens when the world around you takes an unprecedented turn? Jennifer Dooley-Hogan, owner of Dooley Associates, successfully launched her business during the 2008 recession and shares how she responded to the Kenosha riots in 2020 – blocks away from her home and business. She appeals to listeners to reevaluate their priorities, both personally and professionally, and use their talents to make their business, community and country a better place. Get in touch Dooley & Associates Email Jennifer Dooley-Hogan

As we’re all getting a little more comfortable with the “new normal,” don’t let what you’ve learned through this uncharted experience go to waste. Listen to some snippets of the top podcasts from this year to remind yourself what it takes to be a great leader in all situations and to prepare for the new year ahead.

When a community is in crisis, everyone looks to their leaders for answers and action. After 36 years as a Police Chief, Art Howell has faced an immense number of challenging events, teaching him how to navigate very intense situations. Art explains how important it is to serve all the communities involved – and for him that’s his officers, the public, and the political realm. He shares how it’s possible to prepare for unexpected trials and strategically respond so that all parties will have ongoing faith, confidence, and support in the leadership of their community.

One of the fastest, most effective ways companies can find success on LinkedIn is by focusing on their personal brands instead of their company brand. Jackie Hermes, CEO of Accelity, shares the methods she used to close over 1 million dollars in sales on LinkedIn in under three years. Her technique calls for minimal company promotion and more personal, relatable stories and encouraging advice. Connect with Jackie on LinkedIn.

It’s easy to list all the negative aspects of 2020, so in this episode, Steve and Patrick encourage us to take a fresh look at our lives and see the good things resulting from this turbulent year. It can help us be more intentional about how we spend our time and make a more significant impact on those around us.

Hardship and trials are a part of owning a business, but what sets great companies apart is their ability to not only make it through those times but to grow in spite of them. Dan & Michael Schwab, co-presidents of D&H, share how their fourth-generation, family-run company has faced those challenges and adapted over the years to experience growth and expansion. By letting go of what used to work, pivoting when others didn’t, and holding fast to their core values, D&H has experienced over 100 years of success.

Seeing equivalent growth between revenue, culture and engagement is something that eludes many companies. April Shprintz, owner of Driven Outcomes, shares how those things happen when you focus on how much you give. By pouring into your people, clients, and community, you can create a value-based culture that leads to word of mouth business, passionate employees, and brand loyalty that combined leads to growth. She introduces us to the concept of The Generosity Culture™ where people will want to work with you and for you. Resources The Go-Giver Driven Outcomes Connect on LinkedIn

Mentorship is for everyone who wants to reach their full potential in life and can have a profound impact on both people in the relationship. Learn how to get started and make the most of a mentorship experience.

Everyone will experience pain, loss, and failure but whether it breaks us or makes us stronger determines how our story will end. Nancy Yarbrough-Banks faced that fork in the road when she found herself in the world of sex trafficking.

Tim Borland ran 63 marathons in 63 days – but it wasn’t for personal glory or praise. Tim shares how can live the life you always wanted by aligning your work with a greater purpose.

As founders of CCB Technology, Chris and Patti share how they built a foundation of success with passion, integrity and by investing in people. Nearly 30 years later, their legacy lives on as their son Patrick builds on that foundation that keeps customers coming back and employees fulfilled.

Have you ever felt stuck in your career or personal life and thought you're just not getting the break you need to get to the next level? Alex Judd shares powerful and simple truths to help you get where you want to be.

When leaders stop growing, organizations start dying. Lyle Wells shares how to adjust your daily behaviors to lead with greater impact. Making simple changes over time can yield great results, but it's a choice you have to make.

Did you know you are a creative person? By tapping into your unique creative potential, you can cultivate a competitive edge and propel yourself and your company forward in new and innovative ways.

It’s easy to look at successful people that pop up as an overnight success as just getting a lucky break. In reality, it was a long journey to get there with hard work, trials and failure. Get a behind the scenes picture of what rising to the top looks like for a country music star.

If leadership transition is handled intentionally and thoroughly, positive changes can occur in organizations regardless of unexpected challenges. CEO of Racine Family YMCA Jeffrey Collen and soon to be CEO Ahmad Qawi share their methods for making this a successful move even amidst the coronavirus and how new leaders can build upon what has already been established.

The strongest teams and highest performing organizations actually have a high degree of conflict – healthy conflict. Darcy Luoma helps us understand why conflict shouldn’t be avoided and how to handle it thoughtfully so it doesn’t take a volatile turn.