Peak Performance Leadership

Jon Macaskill is a retired Navy SEAL Commander turned mindfulness and meditation teacher. He was born in South Africa and moved with his parents and 4 siblings to the US when he was 7. He grew up in Ruston, Louisiana where he was an avid track and cross country runner. After graduating high school, he served briefly as an enlisted sailor in the Navy before receiving an appointment to the US Naval Academy. He has his BS in Mathematics and MS in Operations Research. Jon has served in Iraq, Afghanistan, off the coast of Somalia, and in Panama. He serves as the Deputy Executive Director for Veteran’s PATH, a nonprofit organization that works to introduce meditation and mindfulness to veterans to bring them a sense of Peace, Acceptance, Transformation and Honor. He also now runs his own consulting company, Macaskill Consulting, LLC, bringing mindfulness and meditation to high performing teams to aid in dealing with stress, anxiety and depression all while increasing focus, creativity, and productivity. Topics During this interview, Jon and I discuss the following topics: His background and story His leadership development through the US Naval Academy Leadership lessons he learned during his BUD/S CourseHis leadership experiences when joining the SEALsLessons he learned by making mistakes For the complete show notes be sure to check out our show notes: https://movingforwardleadership.com/1422

Elite teams challenge themselves to step up everyday to do the uncommon. Developing the principles yourself and aligning your team around these commitments will allow you to thrive in VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, ambiguity) environments, no matter your background or leadership experience. Retired Navy SEAL Commander, entrepreneur and New York Times bestselling author Mark Divine (founder of SEALFIT, NavySeal.com, and Unbeatable Mind) reveals what makes the culture of an elite team, and how to get your own team to commit to serve at an elite level. Using principles he learned on the battlefield, training SEALs, and in his own entrepreneurial and growth company ventures, Mark knows what it is to lead elite teams, and how easily the team can fail by breaching these commitments. Topics During this interview, Mark and I discuss the following topics: What are elite teams comprised ofHow to incorporate a culture of empowerment for young membersWhat the 7 different commitments are to forge elite teamsWho is the wolf which we need to stare down For the complete show notes go to our website: https://movingforwardleadership.com/142

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 There are no show notes for these, just enjoy.   Subscribe to Moving Forward Leadership Love the Moving Forward Leadership Podcast?  Then subscribe to your favourite device and app! As well, please leave me a review! These reviews mean more to me than you could ever imagine Follow Moving Forward Leadership FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn Join our Leadership Community Tired of not having a community to discuss leadership with? Well then join our FREE online community where we discuss leadership on a deep and daily basis.  Get in touch Need help and want to discuss options with me? Then simply book a discovery call and lets talk on how we can move you forward! Have Ideas?  If you have ideas for guests, topics for Monday Leadership Minute, or simply to say hello, then shoot me an email.  Leadership to your Inbox! Sign up for our Monthly Newsletter and see what is happening in the background with me, read the most interesting articles in leadership, as well as get inside information from time-to-time on what I have upcoming! What did you think of the show? What was your biggest take away? Tag us when you share on social media! #LeadDontBoss Twitter: @leaddontboss Instagram: @leaddontboss

Carlos is a keynote speaker, author, and organization development professional with over 30 years of experience supporting global corporations, including Mars, Inc., and IBM. He has written two books on teamwork: “Lessons from Mars: How One Global Company Cracked the Code on High Performance Collaboration and Teamwork”; and “Virtual Teams: Holding the Center When You Can’t Meet Face-to-Face.” Both books are based on original research Carlos conducted during his 17 years as an internal consultant at Mars, where he worked with iconic brands such as M&M’s, Snickers, and Wrigley’s gum. Currently, Carlos is the Managing Principal of Corporate Collaboration Resources, LLC, an organization and group effectiveness consulting firm specializing in creating and sustaining cultures of collaboration. His clients have included Maersk, J&J, Mars, Inc., and The World Cocoa Foundation. In addition to his writing and consulting, Carlos has presented and offered workshops at numerous conferences including the Midwest Technology Leaders Conference, the North American Organization Development Network, The Conference Board and the Organization Design Forum. Topics During this interview, Carlos and I discuss the following topics: His background and storyHow to structure a team for collaboration immediately6 practices to build strong teamsHow to establish and run high-performing virtual teams For the full show notes be sure to check out our website: https://movingforwardleadership.com/140

Frank Agin is the founder and president of AmSpirit Business Connections, where he works to empower entrepreneurs, sales representatives and professionals around the country to become more successful through networking. In addition, he is a "sought after" speaker and consultant to companies and organizations on topics related to professional networking and business relationship development. He’s written numerous articles on professional networking and is the author of several books, some of which include, Foundational Networking: Building Know, Like and Trust to Create a Lifetime of Extraordinary Success … The Champion: Finding the Most Valuable Person In Your Network … Chase Greatness: Life Lessons Revealed Through Sports. He is also the host of the weekly Networking Rx podcast, which provides insights and advice for becoming more successful through networking as well as the host of the daily micro podcast Networking Rx Minute, which provides short messages of inspiration and recommended action. Topics During this interview, Frank and I discuss the following topics: His background and storyCommon struggles of networkingHow to create strong connections during networkingNetworking for being recruited or recruitingHow to network in the COVID environment For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://movingforwardleadership.com/139

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 There are no show notes for these, just enjoy.   Subscribe to Moving Forward Leadership Love the Moving Forward Leadership Podcast?  Then subscribe to your favourite device and app! As well, please leave me a review! These reviews mean more to me than you could ever imagine Follow Moving Forward Leadership FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn Join our Leadership Community Tired of not having a community to discuss leadership with? Well then join our FREE online community where we discuss leadership on a deep and daily basis.  Get in touch Need help and want to discuss options with me? Then simply book a discovery call and lets talk on how we can move you forward! Have Ideas?  If you have ideas for guests, topics for Monday Leadership Minute, or simply to say hello, then shoot me an email.  Leadership to your Inbox! Sign up for our Monthly Newsletter and see what is happening in the background with me, read the most interesting articles in leadership, as well as get inside information from time-to-time on what I have upcoming! What did you think of the show? What was your biggest take away? Tag us when you share on social media! #LeadDontBoss Twitter: @leaddontboss Instagram: @leaddontboss

Michael is President of Colburn Associates; a professional services firm whose mission is “To assist organizations implement healthy change and learning that will help them achieve and sustain improvement in total performance.” He has been a change agent for more than 30 years, working with a broad range of clients in the private and public sectors. Michael has developed and implemented services to support leadership, process improvement and organizational development. These services include Strategic Execution, Performance Advancement, Workforce Development, Systems Improvement and Leadership Development. Topics During this interview, Michael and I discuss the following topics: His background and storyWhat self-management isThe principles of self-managementHow to go about implementing the self-management frameworkTools to use to determine how you can be a better self-managerIf self-management for everyone  For the complete show notes be sure to check out our website: https://movingforwardleadership.com/138

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 There are no show notes for these, just enjoy. Subscribe to Moving Forward Leadership Love the Moving Forward Leadership Podcast?  Then subscribe to your favourite device and app! As well, please leave me a review! These reviews mean more to me than you could ever imagine Follow Moving Forward Leadership FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn Join our Leadership Community Tired of not having a community to discuss leadership with? Well then join our FREE online community where we discuss leadership on a deep and daily basis.  Get in touch Need help and want to discuss options with me? Then simply book a discovery call and lets talk on how we can move you forward! Have Ideas?  If you have ideas for guests, topics for Monday Leadership Minute, or simply to say hello, then shoot me an email.  Leadership to your Inbox! Sign up for our Monthly Newsletter and see what is happening in the background with me, read the most interesting articles in leadership, as well as get inside information from time-to-time on what I have upcoming! What did you think of the show? What was your biggest take away? Tag us when you share on social media! #LeadDontBoss Twitter: @leaddontboss Instagram: @leaddontboss

Ms. Metcalf – Founder and CEO, of the Innovative Leadership Institute is a highly sought-after expert in anticipating and leveraging future business trends. She helps leaders elevate the quality of their leadership and transform their organizations to create sustainable impact and results. She captured her thirty years of experience and success in an award-winning series of books that are used by public, private, and academic organizations to align company-wide strategy, systems, and culture with innovative leadership techniques. She is a Fellow with the International Leadership Association. Topics During this interview, Maureen and I discuss the following topics: Her background and storyWhat innovating oneself meansWhat are the first steps in being innovativeHow to enable people question your decisionsCurrent trends in innovation for leaders For the complete show notes, check out our website: https://movingforwardleadership.com/137

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 There are no show notes for these, just enjoy.  Subscribe to Moving Forward Leadership Love the Moving Forward Leadership Podcast?  Then subscribe to your favourite device and app! As well, please leave me a review! These reviews mean more to me than you could ever imagine Follow Moving Forward Leadership FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedIn Join our Leadership Community Tired of not having a community to discuss leadership with? Well then join our FREE online community where we discuss leadership on a deep and daily basis.  Get in touch Need help and want to discuss options with me? Then simply book a discovery call and lets talk on how we can move you forward! Have Ideas?  If you have ideas for guests, topics for Monday Leadership Minute, or simply to say hello, then shoot me an email.  Leadership to your Inbox! Sign up for our Monthly Newsletter and see what is happening in the background with me, read the most interesting articles in leadership, as well as get inside information from time-to-time on what I have upcoming! What did you think of the show? What was your biggest take away? Tag us when you share on social media! #LeadDontBoss Twitter: @leaddontboss Instagram: @leaddontboss