The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.The last few months have flown by. You’ve likely either made or been on the receiving end of many decisions. You’ve spent a lot of time working on new projects and proposals and adjusting your yearly plan, but have you spent any time reflecting? Reflection helps you find solutions to the problems that you face and it enables you to avoid repeating your mistakes. In this episode, Jeff highlights the three reasons people avoid dedicating time to personal reflection and gives six steps that will help you make the most of the time you spend reflecting.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! The past few months have been challenging for individuals and businesses alike. Not only are we facing difficult situations such as working with a remote workforce and planning for an unknown future, but we are also trying to adapt to never-ending changes in regulations and policies. In today’s episode, we’ll go over some of the key leadership skills that have been helping leaders navigate these unprecedented times. Our businesses and our families are relying on us as leaders to navigate the choppy waters with resolve and strength. The kinds of changes that are being demanded today are disruptive and painful. We need visionaries with imagination and boldness to show us the way, even without a playbook.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! This week, Jeff interviews a former Disney executive who is now helping leaders learn how to create a company culture that empowers and engages its employees. Dan and his wife Valerie spent a combined 41 years working at Disney and have worked both in Orlando and internationally. In this episode, you’ll hear some of the secrets to Disney’s success, how to set yourself apart, and the key to making a big career move.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! Today, Jeff interviews Jim Shorkey, who’s family founded their auto dealership in 1974. He grew up watching his parents work hard to make their business a success. After his father’s death, Jim took over the company in 1996. Just two years later, the business was on the brink of bankruptcy. In this episode, you’ll hear how Jim was able to transform his western PA automotive dealership to become one of the best and most profitable auto dealerships in the Pittsburgh region.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.In this week’s episode, Jeff talks with Lee Cockerell about his career with Disney and the many lessons he has learned over his life. Lee started his career in the hotel industry. After being fired from his second position, he continued working hard and eventually earned a job with Disney in 1990 to open the Disneyland Paris project. Lee worked his way up and became the Executive VP of Operations for 20 years at Disney World, leading 40,000 cast members, 20 hotels, 4 theme parks and so much more. One of his lasting legacies was creating a leadership development program that has since trained over 7000 cast members.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! One of the challenges in leadership is identifying the root cause of poor performance. At its root, poor performance can fall into two main categories: 1) the employee won’t do the job or task, or 2) the employee can’t do the job or task. If you fail to identify the real issue, you will waste valuable time and resources pursuing the wrong solution. 

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher. In the uncertain times we live in, leaders are making decisions where there is no obvious, easy choice. As a result, you are likely facing an even greater amount of criticism than usual. In today’s episode, we will talk about how to receive criticism and how it can actually benefit you. I have never seen a greater time in my life that we, as leaders, need to be decisive and listen at the same time. Our teams are counting on us more than ever. As you make crucial decisions, expect criticism, but don’t let it derail you from pursuing your purpose.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here. In this week’s episode, Miracle on the Hudson survivor David Sanderson describes what it was like to be in the plane that crash-landed on the Hudson River. After he shares his experience, Dave and Jeff talk about the leadership principles that applied in that situation and explain how champions prepare for adversity and thrive in challenging situations.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! This episode is being released in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. While this situation is unique, it is not the only difficult situation you will face as a leader. You can have multiple degrees and certificates, but perseverance will help you succeed and find creative solutions, even in the midst of a crisis. In this week’s episode, we will talk about four mindset shifts you need to make if you want to lead your team through any adversity you might face.

We want your feedback and questions. Text us here.Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher. With the Covid-19 causing a global health crisis, many people are struggling to know how to navigate the uncertain economic climate. In difficult situations, people look to leadership to give them a clear picture of what is going on. Leaders set the tone for their organization. If you hoard information and panic, you will lose control of your organization. However,  If you remain positive, optimistic, and confident, your teams will behave the same way. If you are focused, they will remain focused. In this episode, we will cover six things strong leaders do during difficult situations.