The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Do you want to make a bigger impact?  If so, you will face even bigger challenges than you ever have.  If you can’t manage adversity where you are, it will be tough to manage it at the next level. Mental toughness is more than just bouncing back; it is the ability to remain mentally strong, adaptable, and focused in facing challenges. Today, we’re discussing four strategies to increase your mental toughness.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.How often do you pay attention to your facial expressions? Your face represents you, whether you want it to or not. And people don’t just pay attention to your expression on your LinkedIn profile photo. They’re looking at how you respond while on the phone, in a meeting, or while simply doing your work. Today on The Champion Forum podcast, we will discuss the power of expression.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Do you know the difference between a successful life and a significant life? As I reflected on my journey, I realized that some of the most influential people in my life would not qualify for the world’s definition of “successful.” People often define their success by their title and financial status. Significance, however, is determined by how you impact the lives of those around you. In today’s episode, we will discuss how to lead a significant life.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Performance reviews are simply a report card; they do not give employees a path to improve and further their development. But what is the alternative? Today we're delving into a topic that holds the key to unlocking the full potential of your team – Individual Development Plans, or IDPs. Specifically, we'll be exploring why leaders should take the initiative in driving this process within their teams.Download your free Individual Development Plan (IDP) Template here!

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Leadership is not just about achieving business goals; it's also about having a purpose and vision that can inspire and motivate others toward a common goal. Strong visionary leaders have a clear vision for the future and use it to inspire their employees and drive their companies forward. However, many leaders lack the time and insight necessary to utilize this leadership strategy. They may even assume that vision is enough and leave their employees confused about how to achieve their leader’s goals. In this episode, we will discuss the value of visionary leadership and how you can develop the skills necessary to use this leadership strategy well.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Your leadership style sets the tone for your team and the results that you will yield. But how do you know what leadership style to choose? Can you change your leadership style if it is ineffective? In this refreshed episode originally published in 2019, Jeff will give you several techniques you can use to build the confidence you need to become assertive. When you start using these strategies, you will also become more productive, efficient, and respected.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Does your team understand success? Leaders run fast after their goals, but they don’t always do a great job communicating their definition of success to their team. They assume that other people will “get it.” The reality is, they don’t. In today’s podcast, we’ll discuss how to evaluate whether or not your team understands success, reveal the two questions you must ask your team regularly, and give you six strategies to help you align your team to your shared goals.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Taking over a new team is a delicate situation, especially when the last leader was ineffective or toxic. Too many leaders start by talking about their past success or the previous leader’s failure. Today, we’ll talk about the mistakes leaders make when taking over a new team and what you can do to honor the past while giving a positive vision for the future.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Are you afraid to be seen as a negative person or to have others think that you are not a team player? Managing your image is an important part of leadership, but an overemphasis on pleasing others can cause leaders to damage your reputation and limit your effectiveness. In today’s episode, we’ll talk about how to know if you are a people pleaser and give you three ways to reclaim your time.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Have you ever wondered how to get the career you want? And how do top-level leaders make decisions that have massive ramifications? In this series, we talk about the challenges leaders like you are facing and how you can overcome them. Today, we’ll discuss the key to achieving your career goals and the mindset shift that will help you tackle difficult decisions.