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As leaders, our role is to make an impact. In one form or another, we need to make an impact to be successful. But what does it mean to be a high-impact leader? That's the question which my guest and I tackle during this episode. Being a high-impact leader is beyond making results at the bottom line, it's about making results in your people - their attitude, development, and thought process. Ultimately, in order for leader to be high-impact leaders they need to develop an organizational culture which allows for everyone to be developed into high-impact leaders.  The guest on this episode, Dr. Jason Brooks, has just the solution and ideology behind this concept. As an executive leadership coach, a podcaster himself, and leadership scholar he lives his life through the framework of: Live. Love. Lead. Leave a Legacy!  How to be a High-Impact Leader Topics During our conversation we discuss the following topics: Where the ideology of being a high-impact leader came fromWhat it mean to be a high impact leaderWhy growing high-impact leaders is important in an organizationHow current leaders develop other leaders into high-impact leader For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/43

Transparency is not something which is often discussed in the leadership realm. However, it is crucial to your success as a leader. Transparency allows you to close the "Leadership Gap" and increase the accountability within your organization. But how can you be a transparent leader? In reality, it is not that difficult, as long as your ready to do the work. During this episode, I discuss what transparent leadership, why you should be a transparent leader, and how you can be a transparent leader. These are just a few examples of how I achieve transparency in my leadership. The most important thing is for you to look at these through an overlay of your organization and what is important to it. For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/42

Having purpose is something which we all hear about and know of but truly how many of us live our lives with purpose? Further to that, how many of us lead our organizations with purpose? The purpose is what drives us to organizations, groups, and individuals. Finding organizational purpose is a must-do for any leader. You need to understand what your organization is truly set out to achieve. That may seem easy if you're in business - make money - think beyond that. Think deeper and in the end, you will achieve greatness and amazing results.  Alex Agresta has dedicated her life to helping leaders and organizations figure out their purpose. Her background is in communication, executive coaching, and community building. She specializes in leadership development, methodology & framework design, and purpose alignment. Alex has coached for the University of Central Florida, the largest college in the nation, in a variety of their departments including the College of Business Administration, Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, and Rosen College of Hospitality Management. She is a 2016 BizVenture Competition winner and 2017 BizVenture Coach for the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Developing your Organizational Purpose Topics During our interview we discuss the following topics:  Her backgroundWhat Purpose Pioneers is and its goalsHow leaders can systemize purpose of their organizationsAn overview of their decision-making process ideologyWhat benefits would leaders gain through using the Purpose- first approachHow Purpose-first approach helps develop delegationWhat has been the greatest success for an organizationThe biggest challenges come across attempting to implement the approachHow they have overcome those challenges For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/41

Growing up, I always enjoyed camping and heading into the wilderness. There's something about it which makes people grow and develop their skills. Wilderness leadership is essentially leadership skills which are developed during trying times in the wild. When you are pitted against the elements, there's no doubt that your leadership skills will be put to the test.  My guest in this episode, Shawn Stratton, was once an instructor for the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) where he took young adults through the backcountry across the world. With this experience, he wrote his book based on the leadership lessons which he took from some of the most difficult situations which he found himself in during his time. Wilderness Leadership Topics During our interview we discuss the following topics: His background and storyHow he got into the NOLS organization.Lessons from the $30,000 blisterLessons from Facing Team Destruction in BajaLessons from Climbing the Largest and Coldest Mountain in the WorldHow he got into the Leadership consulting business. Guest Resources If you are interested in learning more about Shawn and what he has to offer be sure to check out his resources: Shawn’s websiteShawn on FacebookShawn on LinkedInShawn on TwitterShawn on YouTube For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/40

Sustainability is a hot topic these days. From sustainable energy sources to sustainable modes of transportation. However, there's a form of sustainability which is appropriate for this site and show - sustainable leadership. Being a sustainable leader is more than a tagline, it's a mindset which a leader needs to employ every single day, in every single decision. Being a sustainable leader takes time, dedication and consistency. This is where my guest for this episode comes into play. From her experience as an Operations Manager for an executive search firm to being an entrepreneur, Maura Sweeney has dedicated herself to helping leaders become more sustainable in their daily operations.  How to Be a Sustainable Leader Topics During our conversation, we cover the following topics: Her backgroundA brief overview of what it means to be a sustainable leaderWhat internal qualities does a leader need to be a sustainable leader?How does influence tie into sustainable leadership.How can a leader establish a mindset for sustainable leadershipHow does the concept of delegation support sustainable leadership For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/39

Employees/people are the cornerstones of any organization regardless of the size and function. Without our people, we are simply not leaders. However, it seems that too many leaders do not simply care enough to worry about their employees' welfare nor care enough to build relations with them. Employee welfare and relation building must be at the forefront of any leaders mind. That brings me to my guest in this episode, Adam Brown. Adam - or Brownie as I affectionally refer to him as - is one of my closest friends, former Canadian Army Armour Officer, Afghanistan veteran, and now an entrepreneur. Adam has his employees' welfare and relations with them always in his mind, and he's very passionate on the topic. The Importance of Employee Welfare and Relations Topics During the episode we discuss the following topics: His story and backgroundThe key leadership lessons he learned while in the militaryHow leaders can know their peopleHow leaders can promote their people’s welfareHis key lessons learned What businesses do to immediately improve how they take care of their peopleHow leadership experience has shaped him as an entrepreneur For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/38

Leadership comes in many forms for many different people and masculine leadership is no different. The Order of Man website and podcast is geared obviously towards building better men and Masculine Leadership. However, that is not to say there are no lessons to be learned for all. Ultimately, the core lessons which are presented by Order of Man are applicable to everyone when properly reflected upon. As we move onto the next edition of the Military Veteran Entrepreneur month, my guest is Ryan Michler. He is the host and founder or Order of Man and the interview revolves around his journey in creating the order. Developing Your Masculine Leadership Topics During this episode we discuss the following topics: His background and storyExplanation of the motto of Protect | Provide | PresideChallenges of launching Order of Man and how he overcame themWhat the future has in store for Order of ManHis new book SovereigntyWhen he realized that became a leader of menHas there ever been a time when he has felt that it was too difficultHow the Iron Council helps men better their lives For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/37

Entrepreneurship is currently a hot topic. Wherever you look it seems like everyone is becoming an entrepreneur and starting their own business. An interesting niche of this booming trend is the rise of the military entrepreneur. In general terms, military members are not the best-paid members of society; however, they are some of the most resourceful people on the planet. With training to overcome the largest obstacles with little to no resources, it is no surprise that many serving members turn to entrepreneurship prior to and after leaving the service. That all turns to my guest on the Moving Forward Leadership Podcast, Andrew O'Brien. A former US Army soldier turned CEO turn Military Entrepreneur. In fact, his belief that soldiers make the best entrepreneurs he decided to leave his company as CEO and create the Vetpreneur Tribe - an organization with the sole purpose of helping Military Entrepreneurs. Birth of the Military Entrepreneur Tribe Topics During our discussion we cover the following topics: His background and storyGreatest leadership lessons as the CEOGreatest leadership challengeWhy he moved from his role as CEO to create Vetpreneur TribeSome of the greatest successes he has had with Vetpreneur TribeHow does he see himself as a leader within the Vetpreneur TribeWhat is his vision for Vetpreneur Tribe down the future. For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/36

In 2018, I celebrated my 35th birthday and of those 35 years, I have been exercising leadership for over 20 of them. During my time, I have learned a large number of leadership lessons and decided to do a podcast episode solely dedicated to these lessons. The lessons have definitely not come easy though. I have made mistakes, I have stumbled, and I have even failed as a leader. But the main difference between being a leader and acting like one is learning from those mistakes. My father taught me that lessons and to this day it is the most important leadership lesson that I have learned. Frankly, it is even beyond this list which I complied. So below you will find them but listen to my explanation of them  My 35 Leadership lessons from 35 years of life Don’t judge by ageThe top doesn’t have to be lonelyAccountability leads to increased moraleMake professional development a priorityDelegation is a super toolGet away from your deskTrust immediatelyDream bigThe status quo is never an optionEmbrace changeLove your peopleBe the calming forceCommunication is the end all be allGet or keep fitTake breaksBuild close relationshipsFailures are your faultSuccess is because of your peopleFocus on what you can changeMake yourself a priorityRecognize the everydayBe vulnerableQuestion downAnswer upGood leaders retain great peopleNot everyone will be happyPlan to quitRead moreExplain decisionsSupport your peers and bossRecognize when to pick up tasksRespect is guaranteedTrust but verifyKnow your strengths and weaknessesLeadership is for everyone For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/35

Employee termination can be a sensitive subject but as a leader, it is one which you need to be prepared for. Sometimes it just does not work out. Not all employees are meant to stay with your organization forever and that is ok. Just note that regardless of the reasons you need to treat the person with respect and dignity. These core principles will help guide you through this potentially emotionally-charged situation. This is where my guest for this episode comes to play. Alison Gerlach is a strategic management consultant, podcaster, instructor with extensive experience with large organizations. She brings a skill set which is not easily found. Since she has a great understanding of employee termination and therefore, I had to have her on the show. How to Lead an Employee Termination Topics Here are the topics which we cover during this interview: BackgroundWhat is the overall ideology behind addition through subtractionHow can we recognize that there is a problemWhat can leaders do to try to salvage the employeeHow leaders can instill confidence in remaining employees after a terminationWhat leaders need to consider when executing a terminationFinal advice for any leader dealing with having to terminate an employee For the complete show notes, be sure to check out our website: https://leaddontboss.com/34