The John Barrett Leadership Podcast

Session Summary: In this episode, unlock your leadership potential by mastering the art of meeting preparation. Discover why the best […] The post JBLP Episode 50: The Pre-Game Meeting Plan first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: Your leadership excellence doesn't just depend on how well you speak—it depends on how well you listen. While […] The post JBLP Episode 49: How To Be A Leader That Listens first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode, I discuss how challenging it can be to stay productive when countless distractions, decisions, and […] The post JBLP Episode 48: The Top 5 Productivity Killers For Leaders first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode, I emphasize the importance of self-leadership as a foundation for leading others. I introduce five […] The post JBLP Episode 47: 5 Questions To Ask Yourself To Be More Successful first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode, I dive into the challenge of mission drift in leadership and life—how it often creeps […] The post JBLP Episode 46: How To Avoid The Mission Drift Effect first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how true leadership transcends position and […] The post JBLP Episode 45: The H.E.A.R.T. Of A Leader first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: Discover the transformative power of the Johari Window in enhancing self-awareness and leadership skills. Developed by psychologists Joseph […] The post JBLP Episode 44: The Johari Window first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: Are you a leader struggling with the pressures of overworking? In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership […] The post JBLP Episode 43: How To Detox From Overworking first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, discover the transformative power of self-talk and its profound […] The post JBLP Episode 42: The Power Of Talking To Yourself first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I want to enhance your productivity and focus. Our […] The post JBLP Episode 41: 5 Techniques To Conquer Distractions first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I about how effective leadership is rooted in the […] The post JBLP Episode 40: 4 Simple Ways To Connect With Others first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership podcast, I discuss the importance of creativity in leadership and […] The post JBLP Episode 39: The 5 Disciplines Of Creativity first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of the John Barrett Leadership podcast, I discuss strategies for leading effectively when feeling depleted […] The post JBLP Episode 38: How To Lead When You're Out Of Gas first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about 5 ways to get a raise. […] The post JBLP Episode 37: 5 Ways To Get A Raise first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to be mentally strong. Leadership […] The post JBLP Episode 36: How To Be Mentally Strong first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the helpful power of others. You […] The post JBLP Episode 35: How Others Can Help You Scale first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to read books. Few things […] The post JBLP Episode 34: How To Read Books first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to have great meetings. Meetings […] The post JBLP Episode 33: How To Have Great Meetings first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about one of the most important topics […] The post JBLP Episode 32: How To B.U.I.L.D. Others first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: Leadership isn't just about what you do; it's about who you are. It's not something you can turn […] The post JBLP Episode 31: Leadership Starts With You first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the difference between being a leadership chess player and checkers player. Leaders understand that each individual is a unique piece on the board, requiring a tailored approach. Unlike checkers players, they avoid the one-size-fits-all mentality and instead strategically maneuver their team, […] The post JBLP Episode 30: Chess vs Checkers first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about The Feedback Filter. Feedback is essential for top performance. You will never reach your full potential without having a mechanism to receive helpful feedback. One of the greatest pieces of communication for leaders is to hear how they are doing. Unfortuaneltey, […] The post JBLP Episode 29: The Feedback Filter first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to diagnose a performance issue with a team member. If you don't understand what you're dealing with, you won't know how to get the right result. Performance issues always come down to one of only three reasons. The Performance Filter […] The post JBLP Episode 28: The Performance Filter first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I discuss one of the most requested topics I get…how to develop confidence. Confidence is something that everyone struggles with to some degree. However, confidence is essential for great leadership and, ultimately, success. I have created a formula that helps people develop confidence, and […] The post JBLP Episode 27: How To Develop Confidence first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about a critical component of leadership…giving great presentations. Whether it's speaking in front of a large audience, conducting a departmental meeting, or simply trying to influence someone one on one with an idea, you have to get good at presenting. Throughout this […] The post JBLP Episode 26: How To Give A Great Presentation first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this session of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about 3 myths everyone has come to believe in some way or another about personal growth. These myths can easily hold you back from reaching your potential. However, I also unpack 3 truths about personal growth that we must all live by […] The post JBLP Episode 25: 3 Myths & 3 Truths About Personal Growth first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about 5 goal setting tips for the new year. Hopefully, you have already been thinking about your goals for the new year personally and professionally. But I want to help you navigate those goals with some insightful tips that will guide you […] The post JBLP Episode 24: 5 Goal Setting Tips For The New Year first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the greatest gift you can give as a leader. This gift has the potential to be a game-changer for other people if you choose to give it. There are three components to the gift; if you get them right, you'll be […] The post JBLP Episode 23: The Best Leadership Gift You Can Give first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about one of the most important topics concerning productivity. For years we have heard that time management is one of the most important elements of success. However, we have studied and learned about something that trumps time management…and that's energy management. In […] The post JBLP Episode 22: The Energy Clock first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to make great decisions in your life and leadership. Everyone makes decisions every day…some good…some bad. But what makes the difference? I unpack six steps/ways to make great decisions that will help you get to a better future. Enjoy! Download […] The post JBLP Episode 21: How To Make Great Decisions first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to create an innovative culture in your organization. Ideas must have an ecosystem that fosters ideas for growth. But how do you create a healthy ecosystem that generates new ideas and fresh solutions to new problems and challenges? Well, I […] The post JBLP Episode 20: Wow Before How – Creating An Innovative Culture first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about a subject that we are not taught growing up. In fact, no one teaches us how to rest in order to be our best. We are taught to go, go, go, in order to be more successful, but are never instructed […] The post JBLP Episode 19: How To Rest To Be Your Best first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I unpack three p's that you must know in order to maximize your potential. This month's content will take you through a journey of self-discovery so you can become an expert on yourself. In fact, the more you know yourself, the more you can […] The post JBLP Episode 18: You Must Know Your 3 P's first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about innovation. Innovation is essential for scalability and sustainability. But why do so many people and organizations hit innovative barriers that keep them from moving forward? This month's episode is all about identifying why some don't innovate and why others do. We […] The post JBLP Episode 17: Innovation Barriers & Breakthroughs first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to deal with conflict. Conflict is a normal and necessary part of life, but most people do not know how to handle it. In this episode, I lay out a three-step process for you and your team to develop your […] The post JBLP Episode 16: The Conflict Compass first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about four observations of why leadership is so hard and what you can do about it. I have over twenty years of working with leaders and have found these four challenges to transcend cultures, continents, and corporations. You will connect with some, […] The post JBLP Episode 15: 4 Observations Of Why Leadership Is So Hard And What You Can Do About It first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the could be, should be, and will be of vision. These three components of vision are what fuel your life and your organization. Vision is one of the most foundational elements of inspiring, communicating, and leading yourself and others. The more […] The post JBLP Episode 14: The Could Be, Should Be, and Will Be of Vision first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I unpack the 3 ways to be more productive. We all want to be more productive, but not all know the secret to being in the flow. I have developed a proven system of three W's that you have to know in order to […] The post JBLP Episode 13: 3 Ways To Be More Productive first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I lay out a whole framework for setting meaningful goals. We all want to accomplish more and be successful in our lives. This modified framework I have developed from a popular goal-setting method will enable you to become highly successful in your pursuits. Goals […] The post JBLP Episode 12: How To Set Goals first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about 8 lessons we can learn from Santa Claus. Believe it or not, there are some great insights we can learn from the big man up in the North Pole. In fact, there are 8 lessons we can learn from how Santa […] The post JBLP Episode 11: 8 Leadership Lessons From Santa first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I lay out three strategies to ignite your team's productivity with gratitude. We all need to feel appreciated and valued in what we bring to the table. When you follow these three practical tips I unpack, you'll begin to see your team's productivity increase […] The post JBLP Episode 10: How To Ignite Your Team's Productivity With Gratitude first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to hold your team accountable. Accountability is essential for progress. But very few people understand how to go about accountability. I lay out a unique framework that I have put together from over 20 years of leading people. This will […] The post JBLP Episode 9: How To Hold Your Team Accountable first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of the John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the bookends of your day. What you do to start your day and what you do to end the day can make or break the middle of the day. We have to understand that success comes from being intentional about our […] The post JBLP Episode 8: 3 Ways To Start & End Your Day first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of the John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the 5 steps to solve any problem. No matter what you are facing, these steps will be vital for you to follow. We all are on a journey of becoming a better problem solver. In fact, our value is directly related […] The post JBLP Episode 7: 5 Steps To Solve Any Problem first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of the John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to successfully fail in your life and leadership. There are 5 thoughts I unpack that will help you fail successfully and grow into a much greater future. There is a light side and a dark side to failure and I […] The post JBLP Episode 6: How To Successfully Fail first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of the John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about an entirely new model of leadership that is most effective. The ability to ask extraordinary questions distinguishes great leaders from average leaders. An individual's impact will only go as far as the questions they are willing to ask. If you want […] The post JBLP Episode 5: Leading With Questions first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of the John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the secret to finding balance in life. One of the greatest problems leaders face is living in the sweet spot of personal and professional success. However, balance is a tricky thing, and there is a secret to finding it that few […] The post JBLP Episode 4: The Secret To Finding Balance first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of the John Barrett Leadership Podcast I talk about one of the most important tools a leader has…their lungs. Your words are one of the most powerful tools you have to create influence and impact in your leadership. I share the top 5 reasons why people aren't good communicators and […] The post JBLP Episode 3: Leverage Your Lungs first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of the John Barrett Leadership Podcast I share about the importance of having a leadership growth plan and how to create a plan that will propel you further into your potential. This will help you get a practical system to level up your leadership. Download and follow along with fill […] The post JBLP Episode 2: How To Create A Leadership Growth Plan first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I kick off the very first episode unpacking why there is a need to lead and how to identify what a leader looks like. The world needs leadership. In fact, it cannot survive without it. Great leaders have always kept life moving forwards and […] The post JBLP Episode 1: The Need To Lead first appeared on John Barrett Leadership.