Bad AF Leaders podcast

In this, the final episode of the podcast, Sam explores how power is used by individuals in leadership positions. Sam explains how individuals in leadership positions can use their power and how they choose to use power can go very wrong and result in the individual being viewed as a complete BAF. 

Sam and Catherine conclude their discussion on Catherine's book The Leadership Decision.  This week they tackle Bad AF Leaders, ways to develop as a leader, and why leaders sometimes have to be a-holes, and more.

In Part 2 Sam askes Catherine about the content of her book The Leadership Decision. This includes values as a leader, defining a leadership persona and brand, and more.

Sam interviews Catherine Rymsha about her book The Leadership Decision.  Catherine talks about writing the book and her experience dealing with BAFs and how this book can help.

Sam tackles the move of Big Tech to silence free speech and the right to assemble by attacking Parler.  Sam presents three tenants of good leadership as a means to measure leadership failure.  Extremely relevant to what is happening in our world.

Sam shares thoughts on what the bedrock of every leader stands upon.  What is it that separates a leader from a non-leader?  What is it that makes anyone shift from being someone in the crowd vs someone that stands out from the crowd by demonstrating leadership? What is it in those individuals that draw attention in a positive way to those individuals?  And what is it that these people do that scares the hell out of BAFs?

Sam looks back on 2020, the podcast, good and BAFleaders, and why people don't like talking about their BAFs.  Sam provides suggestions on how to keep developing BAFdar and a look at 2021.

Sam runs down the 12 reasons why 2020 is the most unBAFalievalbe year ever...and 2021 isn't looking real good either. 

Sam reveals five things you can do to Thrive as a leader and avoid becoming a Bad AF Leader.  These five things may not be easy, but if you are committed to doing the work, you and the people around you will benefit.  Utilizing these five actions will improve you individually both at work and in your personal life.

Sam explores what people would do if a Bad AF Leader reached out to people and asked them to do something for them after escaping them.  How would they respond?  Would they respond?  Would they take the high road or would they put them in their place?  What would they do?  What would you do?  The Bad AF Leader survey on today’s episode of Bad AF Leaders the podcast.

Brian concludes his story of the demise of the partnership with Jeff. Brian uncovers what Jeff is all about and why Jeff is unable to truly partner with him and anyone else in his life. A repeated BAF behavior is revealed in Part 2.

Brian tells how the partnership begins with Jeff. It seemed like such a great idea in the beginning and started out so well.  Then without warning something happened but what?  Brian tries to figure it out when things begin to go Bad AF.  

Sam delves into the dark world of what happens when a BAF ghosts you. What does this look like?  How does this impact how we do our work? What happens over time to how we feel about the organization and our ability to Thrive and what if anything can we do about it?  

Sam uncovers the motives of the Cancel Culture movement and provides tactics to use to resist the false and manipulative practices of the progressive left to suppress individualism and silence those who will not conform to their ideology. 

Sam uncovers False Fauci's hidden agenda to politicize the China Virus in his move into politics and the Biden cabinet. Fauci has become a puppet to instill fear instead of abiding by the oath to Do No Harm. What a #BAF.

Sam Moore explores how the Silent Majority found a voice since 2016 and the rise of conservative platforms to share information and views to prevent mainstream media and Big Tech from keeping them silent.

Sam uncovers the REAL Deplorables of the progressive left, Big TECHs moves to suppress free speech, the mainstream media's attempt to cover Hunter Biden's dealings with the help of his pop Sleepy Joe, and the unraveling of the left as they spin out of control.

Sam explains how the Democratic party has sunk into utilizing false claims, going to bed with the Progressive Left, and using every trick imaginable to reimagine their party and regain power.

Tony describes reporting to an executive without a soul. How he had to strategize how to approach the BAF or be destroyed.

Sam describes what it takes to achieve authentic leadership and why Bad AF Leaders simply can't meet these standards.

Jeff describes how his first Bad AF changed the rules, manipulated and tricked him constantly.  Harming him financially, emotionally, and impacting his health.  And shares how he escaped.

Sam explains the five reasons why Bad AF Leaders Exist and challenges listeners on how to improve their own leadership capability.

Sam discusses the importance of critical thinking in the age of politicizing everything and the constant attack to silence and destroy freedom of speech. Episode dedicated to Nicole Ried - RIP.

Sam describes the telltale BAF signs that led up to the upheaval that is wreaking havoc across America and explores the motivation and BAF Leaders. A must listen to episode!

Ted tells how he escapes Coo Coo Pants and the BAFdom and burns the bridge years later at a social event.

Ted describes how reporting to a BAF drove him to his knees.  What led Ted to call her Coo Coo?  What did it take to survive the insanity?

Brent tells what lessons he learned in standing up to his abuser and a BAF and how this impacted how he views leaders, organizations, and leadership.

Sam begins to explore how Brent navigated the inappropriate conduct from his peer and later faced off with the CEO in an effort to protect his job.  What makes Brent tick and what can we all learn from him about fighting Bad AF Leaders?

This week Brent reacts to learning he is being set up by his abuser. He takes steps to fight the abuser, the BAF, and the BAFdom.

For the first time, Sam narrates begins a series telling Brents story of sexual harassment, job threat, and fighting back Bad AF Leaders to protect his job.

In part 2 of Sam's interview with Jon we discuss leading in crisis, how to navigate Bad Leaders and bad peers and Jon shares his insights on how to keep team members mentally well during high-stress times.  

Jon Dehne as part of the Leading in a Crisis series. leading through Katrina and talks about what it takes to lead effectively when faced with a crisis.

Sam concludes exploring the phenomenon of Imposter Syndrome with Nicole Reid and the impact it has on an individual’s ability to be successful.  Welcome to Bad AF Leaders the podcast.

Sam explores Imposter Syndrome and the impact it has on ones ability to thrive in the workplace, particularly if there is a BAF in the vicinity. 

Sam concludes his discussion with Pastor Becky Swanson on staying spiritually well during this time of uncertainty. Becky provides guidance on managing stress and discusses surviving Bad AF Leaders.

Sam begins a two-part discussion with Pastor Becky Swanson on staying spiritually well during this time of uncertainty during the Pandemic. In Part 1 we discuss the impact of the Pandemic on the church, leading a faith community through uncertainty and leadership.

Sam discusses leadership's ability to respond effectively in a crisis. In this episode, Sam conducts a past participant check-in with Jules. Jules describes what impact the Pandemic has had on her, her team, and her organization. Jules provides insight into her organization's ability to lead effectively during a crisis.

Sam concludes his interview with Mary Dobish, integrative health, and well-being coach. Exploring ways to manage stress and uncertainty and survive BAFs.

Sam begins a two-part series, interviewing an integrative health and well-being coach, exploring how the Pandemic has impacted people's ability to manage stress effectively and the pressure Shelter in Place has had on our mental health.

Sam concludes his conversation with Professor Strange discussing how leaders at the top of an organization lead through a crisis. We discuss constant criticism, leadership agility, and of course, BAFs.

Sam interviews a CEO to discover what it is like to lead an organization through a crisis. What makes a leader successful in leading an organization through a crisis? What separates a good leader from a BAF during times of crisis and what do leaders focus on during a crisis.

Sam explores how bosses should act during a crisis and explain why BAFs will fall short during difficult times.

Sam explores the impact of COVID 19 and the impact Shelter In Place and Work From Home has on people who are experiencing a new level of bad bosses in a virtual environment. What do bad bosses do to continue to make your life a living hell virtually and what you can do about it to not lose your mind if you haven't already.

BAFs can make us make rash or sometimes impulsive decisions in order to escape them. Sam tells his experience of being in this situation and being tempted to make a move to get away from bad leaders and struggling whether if this move was only to escape and what that would mean in the long run.

This week Sam and Doc Boston continue to explore what we have learned bringing stories of BAFs to life and what this can mean to help lead better and survive BAFs without losing your mind.

This week Sam and Doc Boston explore what we have learned bringing stories of BAFs to life and what this can mean to help lead better and survive BAFs without losing your mind.

This week we hear from Diana and how a text from her BAF triggers a long history of abuse. This BAF has crossed the line and forces Diana to make a decision that will change the course of her life. What will Diana do when she realizes that the BAF’s manipulation has to end?

This week Sam and Doc Boston have a brief conversation on the impact they are experiencing in doing this work. Investigating bad leaders, listening to the horror stories of how BAFs impact the lives of talented people does have an impact. 

Cindy Lou tells us how much she enjoys her job, how much she prides herself in her work, how much she believes in what she does and the difference it makes or could make if it wasn't for the BAFhole. She tries and makes it work, she keeps her head down, she tries to play the game, she seeks advice. Cindy Lou seemingly does all the right things. What Cindy Lou doesn't realize until later is there is no winning at the impossible game of BAFmitton. Hosted by Sam Moore & Doc Boston. New episodes weekly.

In Part 2 Turbo describes how the Bad AF Leader begins the process of picking the team off one-by-one. Turbo tells how the BAF destroys individuals and the culture of a previously high performing team. We explore the impact Bad AF Leaders have not only during the time they visit their sickness on us but what we learn and how we prevent this from happening again. Hosted by Sam Moore & Doc Boston. New episodes every Wednesday.

In Part 1 Turbo introduces us to the world of publicity and a strange BAF in Waiting. Why is she here and what is her purpose? Over time, Turbo discovers that the consultant has become the supreme BAF and her world begins to crumble. Hosted by Sam Moore & Doc Boston. New episodes every Wednesday.