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Suzy Welch

Episode 22- Suzy Welch on the 10-10-10 Rule for Making Tough Decisions

What if there was an easy, fast way make tough decisions? Navigating the daily dilemmas of work and life, business journalist and best-selling author Suzy Welch developed the 10-10-10 rule, a life-changing strategy for making tough decisions. The former Editor-in-Chief at the Harvard Business Review, Suzy is a frequent contributor on The Today Show and hosts her own digital show on CNBC.com. On this episode, Suzy shares how to filter your decisions through the 10-10-10 rule, explains how to align your decision-making with your values, and discusses how Millennials’ ideas about career management are changing the workplace.

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“Stop just reacting. Look at life as a series of decisions, and slow down.”

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Show Notes

  • The breakthrough moment that led to the 10-10-10 rule (1:39)
  • What is the 10-10-10 rule? (3:28)
  • Do the hard work of determining your values (4:45)
  • The 3 reasons why our lives gets out of control (5:25)
  • The powerful advice she received from a friend (9:37)
  • Leadership wisdom from Bill Belichick (10:25)
  • What she admires most about her husband, Jack Welch (13:40)
  • Workplace trends embraced by Millennials (15:38)
  • The importance of knowing the “why” behind your work (17:05)
  • Where she finds her energy (20:21)
  • Her favorite podcasts and show (22:47)

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Andy Stanley

Episode 21- Andy Stanley on 5 Characteristics of Leaders Worth Following

What are the essential leadership traits of leaders worth following? Communicator, author and pastor Andy Stanley breaks down the 5 characteristics of next generation leaders. The founder of North Point Ministries, Andy has written more than 20 books and reaches millions of people each month through his sermons, live events, podcast and TV show. On this episode, Andy discusses the three biggest mistakes leaders make, the myth of the well-rounded leader, and his own personal leadership philosophy.

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As leaders we can be uncertain, but we cannot be unclear.

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Show Notes

  • Andy describes his leadership philosophy (40:00)
  • The 5 characteristics of leaders worth following (5:27)
  • The three biggest mistakes leaders make (9:48)
  • The myth of the well-rounded leader (15:09)
  • How leaders can get clear on their unique gifts (17:28)
  • How to create a culture of feedback (20:20)
  • If there is no uncertainty, there is no need for leadership (22:38)
  • Leading through change (24:11)
  • How to lead when you are not in charge (26:04)
  • Mission statements vs. goal setting (32:52)
  • Why we need to establish guardrails (34:27)
  • How do I find someone to mentor me? (36:09)
  • The best advice he’s ever received (39:07)

 

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Jen Welter NFL

Episode 20- Dr. Jen Welter on Breaking Glass Ceilings in the NFL

The first female coach in NFL history, Dr. Jen Welter reminds us all that barriers are meant to be broken. Welter coached the Arizona Cardinals’ linebackers during 2015 training camp under head coach Bruce Arians and was the first female to play running back for a men’s professional football team as a player for the Texas Revolution. Named one of the 25 most influential women in sport by espnW, Welter’s inspiring story has been shared in the New York Times, Vogue, The Huffington Post and Fortune. On today’s episode, Welter talks about the importance of authentic leadership, the value of diverse teams, and how she got comfortable taking career risks. Her new book, Play Big: Lessons in Being Limitless from the First Woman to Coach in the NFL, is available for pre-order now.

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Your failure is already guaranteed if you don’t go for it.

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Show Notes

  • Why breaking barriers matters (5:00)
  • “No risk it, no biscuit.” What Jen learned from Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians (7:14)
  • Overcoming the fear of rejection (9:10)
  • Own your strengths and your weaknesses (11:18)
  • Getting “punted” into coaching (14:55)
  • How she built connection and trust with pro players (18:10)
  • The value of diverse leadership teams (22:00)
  • What it takes to compete at the highest level (28:32)
  • Her new book Play Big: Lessons in Being Limitless from the First Woman to Coach in the NFL (32:27)
  • Defining authentic leadership (34:40)

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Geno Auriemma

Episode 19- Geno Auriemma on Winning (And Winning Some More)

All he does is win. In his 32 seasons at the University of Connecticut, head women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma has led the Huskies to 11 national titles, 18 Final Fours, 6 perfect seasons and 45 conference titles. Under Geno’s leadership, the Huskies have recorded winning streaks of 90 games and 111 games straight. So what drives one of the greatest coaches of all-time? How does he motivate his teams to achieve record-breaking success year after year? And does he ever get tired of winning? On this episode, Geno takes us inside the locker room to share how he built a championship culture at UConn, the three things he looks for when evaluating talent, and how he gets superstar talent to put team first.

Can you function in a winning team, where other people are as good as you? Not everyone can.

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Show Notes

  • How Geno defines success (1:53)
  • Here’s how to build trust quickly (4:21)
  • Inside Geno’s recruiting pitch (10:34)
  • If you’re not a little bit selfish, you’ll never be great (13:26)
  • Maximizing superstar talent without sacrificing team culture (16:36)
  • The three things Geno looks for when evaluating talent (23:30)
  • These are the recruits Geno won’t go after (26:20)
  • When things are going great, it’s time to change (31:17)
  • The role parents should play in youth sports (37:36)

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Dr. Henry Cloud

Episode 18- Dr. Henry Cloud on The 4 Corners of Connection

An acclaimed leadership expert, psychologist, and New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Henry Cloud is one of the most influential leaders in personal growth and development. His books have sold more than 10 million copies and he’s helped countless people improve their relationships, leadership skills and workplace performance. On this episode, Dr. Cloud talks about the four corners of connection, why it’s important to set boundaries, and how to recognize toxic relationships. If you want more, head over to his website for a great collection of resources on leadership, relationships, productivity, and happiness.

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Wherever it’s not working, we need to add more structure.

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Show Notes

  • Cloud breaks down the four corners of connection (8:30)
  • Do this exercise to determine if your energy and priorities are aligned (18:15)
  • Stop being afraid of fear (20:55)
  • The importance of setting boundaries (32:05) 

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Tiffany Dufu

Episode 17- Tiffany Dufu on The Myth of Doing It All

Once the poster girl for doing it all, today’s guest Tiffany Dufu is now sharing a powerful message to women: Drop The Ball. As Chief Leadership Officer of Levo and part of Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In launch team, Tiffany’s life work is to advance women and girls. If we can learn to let go of perfectionism, she says, we can achieve more by doing less and achieve better work-life integration. On this episode, Tiffany shares the power in shrinking your to-do list, how to delegate with joy, and what happens when we focus on our most meaningful work. Her new book, Drop The Ball, is out now.

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I don’t want my tombstone to say: ‘She got a lot of stuff done.’

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Show Notes

  • What “drop the ball” means and how to let go of unrealistic expectations (1:56)
  • Gender roles and how Tiffany’s drive for achievement turned into perfectionism (3:06)
  • Do these two exercises to achieve clarity on what matters most (13:00)
  • Do this eye-opening time management exercise (17:05)
  • Learning how to “delegate with joy” (19:27)
  • Burnout is a feeling that happens when the things you are doing aren’t meaningful (28:20)
  • What she learned from Sheryl Sandberg (31:08)
  • Tiffany’s favorite apps, books and podcasts (32:43)

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Jon Gordon

Episode 16 – Jon Gordon on Positive Leadership

Jon Gordon’s passion is developing positive leaders and inspiring winning team cultures. The author of the international bestseller The Energy Bus, Jon is a sought after speaker on leadership, culture, sales and teamwork. On today’s episode, Jon shares what he’s learned about building thriving team cultures, why positive leadership inspires high performance, and what to do when energy vampires threaten your workplace culture. Get his latest book, The Power of Positive Leadership, available now.

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“Just because you have a negative thought, doesn’t mean you have to believe it.”

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Show Notes

  • The turning point in his life that motivated change (2:07)
  • His advice to make the shift from negative to positive (3:22)
  • Why grit is greater than thought (4:32)
  • How to speak truth to lies in your life (5:00)
  • Why to be great even when you don’t feel great (7:24)
  • Purpose-driven motivation lasts (8:44)
  • How to find your purpose (9:40)
  • Why Dabo Swinney is a special leader and how he re-energized his team to win after a big loss (11:28)
  • The best leaders in the world provide love and accountability (13:43)
  • Example of a leadership team stuck in negative behavior and how he helped them change (16:50)
  • This exercise helps teams grow closer (19:03)
  • How to deal with the energy vampires in your life (21:12)
  • The best way to deliver tough, honest feedback (24:24)
  • Advice for a positive person stuck in a negative culture (26:43)
  • His greatest accomplishment (31:01)
  • His personal vision (33:00)

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Jim Loehr

Episode 15- Jim Loehr on the Power of Full Engagement

World-renowned performance psychologist Dr. Jim Loehr is well known for his work with top athletes and Olympians. As co-founder of the Human Performance Institute, he applies his research to the business world with Corporate Athlete training on performance and resilience. The author of 16 books, including the national bestseller The Power of Full Engagement, Jim’s ground-breaking science-based energy management training system has been featured everywhere from the Harvard Business Review to the Oprah Winfrey Show. On today’s episode, Jim shares how to find fulfillment at work, ways to maximize energy for peak performance, and how to re-wire our mental script.

“Full engagement is the supreme gift we give to the world.”

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Show Notes

  • How he helped Olympian Dan Jansen achieve new goals (2:58)
  • The biggest parallels between business and sports (7:38)
  • The groundbreaking executive coaching program at Johnson & Johnson’s Human Performance Institute (10:45)
  • Tools to manage your energy better (14:00)
  • Time without energy is nothing (15:05)
  • Full engagement is the supreme gift we give to the world (16:20)
  • Purpose is the centerpiece of everyone’s life story (19:10)
  • How to know if you’re living out your purpose (19:37)
  • Tips to help people gain mental toughness (22:20)
  • Achievement doesn’t bring happiness, it’s the chase and journey (24:30)
  • How parents, teachers and coaches can help kids build character as a result of youth sports (28:35)

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Tom Izzo

Episode 14- Tom Izzo on Maximizing Your Team’s Potential

One of the greatest coaches in college basketball history, Michigan State men’s basketball coach Tom Izzo has carved out a Hall of Fame career. But beyond the championships, Coach of the Year accolades, and 500+ career wins, Izzo has shaped the lives of countless players and coaches who have come through his program. On this episode, Izzo talks about what’s shaped his sports leadership philosophy, the difference between good teams and great teams, and the legacy he wants to leave behind.

“Great players play great. Elite players make other players great.”

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Show Notes

  • His Michigan roots and values his parents instilled early (2:55)
  • His relationship with Mateen Cleaves (4:18)
  • How he builds trust with his players (6:28)
  • The activity he does with his players each year (7:05)
  • His mission in life (7:40)
  • The characteristics of great teams (8:22)
  • The difference between great players and elite players (9:32)
  • A player-coached team is better than a coach-coached team (11:00)
  • Tough players win championships (13:01)
  • The importance of spending time (17:50)
  • What he does to re-build a player’s confidence (20:52)
  • Self-motivate and self-evaluate (28:13)

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Alison Levine

Episode 13- Alison Levine on Leadership Lessons from Mount Everest

Imagine yourself on the highest peak in the world, surviving sub-zero temperatures, battering winds, and sudden avalanches. Adventurer Alison Levine has been there. She’s served as team captain of the first American Women’s Everest Expedition, climbed the highest peak on every continent, and skied to both Poles. There’s no better training ground for leaders than environments where uncertainty reigns, teamwork is essential, and people are pushed beyond their perceived limits. On this episode, Alison talks about what she’s learned about leading through adversity, teamwork, and risk taking by taking on the world’s highest peaks. If you want more, be sure to check out her New York Times bestseller On The Edge.

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“Just take one step. If you don’t take one step, you’re never going anywhere.”

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Show Notes

  • How she first got involved in mountain climbing (2:12)
  • Why she left the corporate world to pursue her passion (3:50)
  • Her advice to people who want to follow their passion (5:28)
  • What it was like climbing her first mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro (5:56)
  • Dealing with personal challenges (8:19)
  • The key to how successful teams operate (10:19)
  • What she’s learned from her “failed” attempts (12:34)
  • What makes Duke basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski a great leader (18:02)
  • How to lead through uncertainty (20:30)
  • What’s left on her bucket list (25:43)

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