

Peak Performance Leadership
Scott McCarthy, 20 year serving Military Commander
As the world continues to accelerate in complexity and ambiguity, leaders cannot afford to settle for mediocrity. You need to be at your best, your team does, as well as your organization. Thus, you need to be peak performers. The Peak Performance Leadership Podcast is here for you to achieve just that.
This weekly podcast will help you find new ways to become the best leader than you can be. I take the lessons learned from my 20+ years of leadership experience coupled with the world's best guests in all areas of leadership to give you a leading edge.
This show focuses on the three domains of leadership:
Leading Yourself - learn how to perform at your peak, to ensure that you have the mindset of a leader, set and crush your goals.Leading Your Team - learn how to inspire and motivate your team. Build a cohesive team through trust and mutual goals.Leading Your organization - efficiency and effectiveness are what drives bottom line. You as the leader must harness these aspects along with culture and so much more!
In the end you'll become a LEADER and not "BOSS". Are you ready for more? Access all of our resources at: https://leaddontboss.com
This weekly podcast will help you find new ways to become the best leader than you can be. I take the lessons learned from my 20+ years of leadership experience coupled with the world's best guests in all areas of leadership to give you a leading edge.
This show focuses on the three domains of leadership:
Leading Yourself - learn how to perform at your peak, to ensure that you have the mindset of a leader, set and crush your goals.Leading Your Team - learn how to inspire and motivate your team. Build a cohesive team through trust and mutual goals.Leading Your organization - efficiency and effectiveness are what drives bottom line. You as the leader must harness these aspects along with culture and so much more!
In the end you'll become a LEADER and not "BOSS". Are you ready for more? Access all of our resources at: https://leaddontboss.com
Episodes
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Feb 24, 2021 • 49min
How to be Workplace Warrior | Jordan Goldrich | Episode 156
Being the boss has never been harder. Recent events in the corporate world, Hollywood and politics have focused negative attention on the kind of tough, demanding leaders who used to be valued for getting things done, labeling many as bullies and accusing them of fostering a “hostile workplace environment.” They are demeaned and called names, as society demands that they change their ways. But what if the very thing that makes them so abrasive is also their superpower?
As a Master Corporate Executive Coach, Jordan Goldrich works with senior executives who are committed to success, who lead their teams, and who accomplish the mission. Sometimes, they are experienced as abrasive and occasionally perceived as bullying. He helps them drive results without damaging relationships. As COO, Jordan helped build a healthcare company from 4 employees to 65 and a sale to a large insurance company. He has over 35 years’ experience working successfully with Fortune 500 and closely held companies. He is also an executive coach with the Center for Creative Leadership.
Topics
During this interview, Jordan and I discuss the following topics:
His background and storyThe inspiration behind his bookWhat a workplace warrior isFour types of workplace leadersHow to recognize whether you are a workplace warrior or a bullyHow to adjust your communication style based on an organization’s cultureWhat to do if you feel like your supervisor is abrasive or a bully
For the complete show notes be sure to check out our website:
https://movingforwardleadership.com/156

Feb 22, 2021 • 17min
Apply Effective Discipline | MONDAY LEADERSHIP MINUTE
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Feb 17, 2021 • 49min
How to Get into Flow as a Leader | Matt Comand | Episode 155
In positive psychology, a flow state, also known colloquially as being in the zone, is the mental state in which a person performing some activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment in the process of the activity. In essence, flow is characterized by the complete absorption in what one does, and a resulting transformation in one's sense of time. As leaders its important to hit our peak performance all the time, flow is one of those ways which ensures we do so.
With over 10 years of coaching experience, Matt has developed expertise in areas such as mental skills training, personal behaviour change, leadership development, high-consequence environments, and team dynamics. Upon earning his Masters of Sport & Performance Psychology at the University of Denver, Matt was a professor at Humber College for 5 years and has worked with clients in professional, athletic, and academic settings. In 2019, he founded Emergent, a High Performance consulting firm.
Topics
During this interview, Matt and I discuss the following topics:
His background and story The components of high-performance mindset How to get into our performance “sweet spot”How adversity can set you up for successThe habits and routines of high-performing leaders
For more resources check out our website:
https://movingforwardleader.com/155

Feb 10, 2021 • 42min
How to get your Business’ Strategy in Gear | Sean Ryan | Episode 154
Far too many organizations do a poor job of translating their well-formulated strategies into their anticipated results. Whether related to unclear goals, lack of accountability or undertaking activities irrelevant to results, the inability to deliver comes from poor execution. To actively manage your organization so that everyone is working toward a common vision, strategy and set of priorities requires aligning “seven gears of execution” to alleviate the friction that’s slowing you down. These involve ensuring you have the right people in the right roles with the right capabilities; you align your organizational architecture in the direction of your strategy; you promote a culture of communication; and more.
Sean Ryan is a world-renowned business consultant, speaker, trainer and executive coach. As the founder of Whitewater International Consulting, he has worked internationally with companies such as Disney, Nucor Steel, FedEx and Nestle Waters North America/Perrier Group of America. With more than two decades of industry experience, Sean is highly regarded for his ability to guide organizations through complex transformational change in what he describes as "a world of perpetual whitewater".
Topics
During this interview, Sean and I discuss the following topics:
His background and storyThe 7 seven different gears of strategyHow transparent score taking and accountability help your organizationThe most important gear to drive business results
For the complete show notes check out our website:
https://movingforwardleadership.com/154

Feb 8, 2021 • 12min
Procrastination, Perfection, and Time Management | MONDAY LEADERSHIP MINUTE
Welcome to the Monday Leadership Minute.
This just a quick and dirty weekly segment where I talk about whatever leadership topic is ongoing or in my mind. If you have something you would like to hear during this segment, be sure to reach out to me via: scott@movingforwardleadership.com
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Feb 3, 2021 • 44min
How to have the Leader Mindset to Overcome Adversity | RBC SVP Michael Hamilton | Episode 153
Prior to his private sector career, Mike served as a paratrooper in the special operations, and as Captain of the 2/2 Armored Cavalry Regiment for the U.S. Army. He oversaw border security during the collapse of the Berlin Wall in the late 1980s. In the second Gulf War he was an integral part of the victory in the battle of 73 Easting – regarded as one of the top ten most significant tank battles in history. He is a recipient of the Bronze Star for Valor, the Combat Cavalry Badge, and Presidential Citation; and received medals for the Kuwaiti Liberation, the Iraq Campaign, the Global War on Terrorism, and Distinguished Service.
As Senior Vice President, Sales & Distribution, Mike Hamilton is responsible for leading the RBC Insurance Sales and Distribution team across Canada and across multiple channels. This includes 800 employees who serve our personal and business clients spanning our various life, health, home, auto, travel, wealth, and group and creditor products. RBC Insurance’s sales forces include: a network of over 50 stores, an advice center, online channels and advisors who are focused on group and small business clients. In addition, there are teams that provide relationship management for our third-party broker network. Mike also leads the national office Sales and Distribution team, consisting of sales enablement and sales support professionals who help drive productivity, revenue growth and improve the client experience.
Topics
During this interview, Michael and I discuss the following topics:
His background and storyThe importance of having a mindset against adversity The leadership lessons he brought to his civilian lifeThe Importance of being a positive presence How to lead against all odds in any situation
For the complete show notes be sure to check out website at:
https://movingforwardleadership.com/153

Feb 1, 2021 • 6min
DELEGATE TO SUCCEED | MONDAY LEADERSHIP MINUTE
Welcome to the Monday Leadership Minute.
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Jan 31, 2021 • 3min
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Jan 27, 2021 • 41min
How to Deal with Bad Bosses | Michelle Gibbings | Episode 152
At one time or another we've all had a bad boss – whether it’s through bullying and intimidation, unfair feedback or unrealistic workloads. Their behaviour sets the tone for what's acceptable at work and can cause major issues for productivity, staff turnover and wellbeing, especially in turbulent times we’re experiencing. In a tough or toxic work environment, how can we find harmony with those we work with?
Michelle is on a mission to bring a little joy back into the workplace, after all she is the expert. Speaking internationally about better ways to lead, she is in high demand as an innovative keynote speaker, advisor and executive mentor of choice, with her best-selling books a must-have for employees and managers alike. The key to her success is working with people through three lenses; as an individual, a leader, and in their wider role (and influence) within their organisation. Tapping into each of these facets, she brings self-awareness to the forefront, empowering people to work with those around them in a way that is productive, healthy and happy. It’s not rocket science - when you are at your best it inspires others to do the same and harnessed together this translates to profitable and beneficial outcomes for all.
Topics
During this interview, Michelle and I discuss the following topics:
Her background and storyThe 4 types of bosses and how to deal with themThe 7 step guide to dealing with a bad bossWhat to do if you're a bad bossThe bad habits that impact the way your boss treats you
For the complete show notes be sure to check out our website:
https://movingforwardleadership.com/152

Jan 25, 2021 • 6min
Don't Quit... Don't Fail Now | MONDAY LEADERSHIP MINUTE
Welcome to the Monday Leadership Minute.
This just a quick and dirty weekly segment where I talk about whatever leadership topic is ongoing or in my mind. If you have something you would like to hear during this segment, be sure to reach out to me via: scott@movingforwardleadership.com
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