Flash Points

How do you see today? Let Todd help you see it in a positive way. To comment email Todd at gordonleadershipservices@gmail.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Today you have an opportunity to define yourself. Why? Take a listen to find out. To comment email Todd at gordonleadershipservices@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Are you trying to figure out what's next? Do you need reminded of one of the most important qualities we can have as a leader? Take a listen today. Do you have thoughts on this? Email Todd at gordonleadershipservices@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Today Todd talks about one of the favorite things he believed in as a coach and it's also true in our leadership. Take a listen today. Do you have thoughts on this? Email Todd at gordonleadershipservices@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Leadership is not about getting people to be like us. One of each of us is enough. Our goal is to help people move closer to achieving their full potential based on their unique skill set and talents. Help people reach move closer to their potential today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

"Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory."--Dr. Seuss... Come listen as Todd talks about this great quote and encourages you with it today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

What is it you are thinking about doing? Don't let fear hold you back. Todd talks about the most important step to take today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Have you ever had a bad morning? Many days the challenge for us is to get ourself out of the way so we can focus on what other people need. Today's podcast talks about leading from our heart, not our mood. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Today let's talk and think about our purpose and our passion. Take a moment to listen to why it's important to know what our purpose is. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Sometimes it seems like we're dealt a tough hand, bad cards. Today Todd talks about why we should play the hand that we're dealt and stay in the game. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

What will today bring? We've talked about alot this week and today you're ready for whatever may come your way. As we wrap up the week Todd talks about why it is so important to react positively to whatever today brings. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

When the trials, failures and success happens growth will follow. Be encouraged today as Todd talks about being thankful for the opportunity to grow. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Today be thankful for the success. Let's talk about how to use it properly and stay away from the dangers of it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Failures. They are going to happen. So how do we use them? Can we really be thankful for them? Todd thinks so and talks about why. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

This week Todd will talk about being thankful for different things that happen in our lives, personally and professionally. Today let's talk about being thankful for the trials you may face. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Much if what happens to us is out of our control. Todd wants to remind us today that we need to play the hand that we are dealt and to keep playing. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Have you ever become so distracted being busy that you miss opportunities? Today let's hear some reminders about why it's important to be in the moment more often. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Yes, you're busy but today let's take time to stop and admire what is going on around you. Todd offers some thoughts on that today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

You are not entitled to anything. Today let's talk about what it really takes to accomplish your goals and dreams. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Sometimes we become disappointed when we don't have "Wow" moments day after day with people. Today Todd talks about how what we do consistently day after day adds up to make a tremendous impact. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Today Todd talks about the importance of leading people and not what is written on your job description. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

What makes you tic? Are you sitting on the sideline wondering if you should do it? Today Todd talks about taking the risk and not wondering. Take a listen and then take the first step. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Is your attitude worth catching? Do you improve the tone of a room when you enter it? Today Todd reminds us to breathe life into every interaction that we have. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Where are you on your journey? We're all in different places. Today let's talk about climbing to the mountaintop that you can see and want to get to. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Sometimes the hardest thing to do is to be patient. We sometimes want something better but best may still be out there. Today let's talk about why it's important to wait and be patient. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Do you get frustrated wondering if what you are doing matters? Does it make a difference? Today be encouraged as Todd talks about how it does matter and how to stay the course. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Put your people first and by your people we're talking about anyone but you. Today Todd talks about some of the best ways to do that. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Today let's talk about the value of dreaming. One of the worst phrases you can say is "what if". It doesn't cost anything to dream. Go for it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Be ready today. Someone is going to need you to pick them up. Be available and be an encourager. Let's talk about it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Happy Monday! Punch Today in the face! The bell rings. How will you approach your day. Make it a Great Day! Let's talk briefly about how to do that. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

What is flowing out of you? Anything? Are you using the gifts and talents you have to help and serve others? OR Are you more self focused and trying to do what is best for you and your goals. Let's talk about being a River today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

One of the most important qualities we can model is accountability. It starts with holding ourselves accountable to the responsibilities and people that we serve. Today let's talk about what that looks like and why it is so important as a leader. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Be who you are. You will never reach your full potential if you don't. Hear Todd's thoughts on that today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

2018 is now in your rear view mirror. So now what? Do you see that next peak in the distance? You're going to have to leave from here to start a new journey. You're going to have to GO to get there. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Today's episode is dedicated to my wife, Deb, as we celebrated our 35th wedding anniversary. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

It will happen today. Be on the lookout for an opportunity to pick someone up with a smile, a kind word or a listening ear. Be available and be alert for the opportunity to help someone be better today. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Making an impact doesn't have to come from a three hour workshop or a deep discussion of a collective vision. Don't overcomplicate what everyday leadership looks like. It can be as simple as putting a smile on someone's face. Be that kind of leader today. Here are my thoughts on today's topic. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

How many things dont get done because we put them off for a "better time" or "we're not ready yet?" Chances are plenty of them. The time to act is now. You'll never know what could have been if you don't act. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Merry Christmas from Todd and Deb and Gordon Leadership Services. Christmas is here. It happens just one time a year but something special happens because of it. Todd talks about what is special about the season, the day and a couple more memories associated with Christmas. He ends with a challenge for us all as we move forward toward 2019. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Today I would invite you to think about your memories of Christmas Eve. Todd remembers Christmas Eve traditions and talks about a Santa suit that is 56 years old. Take time today to be grateful and thankful for the memories that you have and may you make more tonight. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

You can't live there and it's a dangerous place to hang out but the past has helped to shape who you are today. Remember where you came from? Here are my thoughts on it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

How many times do we say maybe tomorrow? How many times do we say I'm not ready yet? Change that mindset. Today is filled with opportunities that only today will offer. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

What is holding you back today? What do you need to get rid of? We cannot be totally effective leaders if we have personal and professional distractions that we could remove from our path. Make today the day that you remove what is hindering you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Your journey never stops. Every day is an opportunity to get better in some area of your life. What are you doing today to be better? Live. Lead. Learn. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

What are your hopes and dreams? Are they big enough? Don't stay in the comfort zone. Nothing big ever comes from there. Dream More! Believe Even More! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

This special episode is dedicated and for my dad, who is celebrating his 80th birthday today. The leadership lessons he taught me are with me every day. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

You will have leadership and personal opportunities today. Will you see them? If you do will you seize them? Be on the lookout for these opportunities and act on them. Every day, every moment leadership multiplies into life changing leadership. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

I think we can all agree that you will experience good times and bad times, peaks and valleys. They are all meant for your good. It's a matter of how you look at each how you use them for your personal and leadership growth. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

Do you remember life without a remote control? Remember having to get up and physically change the channel to watch a different channel? Your life is still like that. There is no remote control to change your circumstances from the comfort of your couch. If you want something to change you're going to need to get up and change it. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

There are a number of reactions to Monday morning but you, as a leader, must embrace the opportunity that Monday holds and treat it as the most important day of the week, because it is. Every day, every opportunity matters. Own Monday! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support

I came across an article about a letter written by former President George H.W. Bush. It was written to former IBM CEO Sal Palmisano. In the letter President Bush outlines his advice to young people. It also serves as advice for all servant leaders. Thank You President Bush for your service to our country and may you rest in peace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/todd-gordon/support