The Positive Leadership Movement

You're a leader, and that means you're influencing the people around you.  But are you being intentional about how you're influencing them?  This week's guest, Doug Conant, is the founder and CEO of ConantLeadership, NYTimes bestselling author, and the former president/CEO of Campbell Soup Company and Nabisco Foods.  So, he knows a thing or two about how to inspire and lead teams in a positive way that gets results.  Join us for this fascinating conversation as he shares his blueprint for how to lift your leadership to new heights.

Onboarding is crucial to getting new employees invested in your organization's mission.  Yet, few companies pay close attention to this process and are missing out on a key opportunity to increase loyalty and retention. Allison De Meulder pioneered an innovative onboarding system in several successful companies and she's here to share her secrets for how to motivate and inspire new hires.

What it means to “be in flow” and why it's so important to fulfilling your potential, doing your best work, generating greater performance, and more creativity.  Plus, how to recognize the unique strengths and skills in your team to successfully implement your positive leadership vision. 

More and more employers are recognizing the value of cultivating mental health, and this week's guest shines a light on this issue.  Thamina Stoll is an Account Director at LinkedIn and she's sharing her experience in supporting up-and-coming leaders as they navigate the workplace.  Plus, she gives us some excellent insights for optimizing our LinkedIn profiles!

We all know the importance of creating a positive customer experience, but what about an employee experience?  Join us as Cirque du Soleil veteran, Carolene Méli, shares the power of leading with curiosity, humility, and listening, and how creating an amazing employee experience translates to a healthier bottom line.

If you think being your best self sounds like a lot of work, think again. Chairman and CEO of Edenark Group, David Goodman, shares how you can simply and easily apply the principles of sustainability in your organization so not only do your people not burnout, but they're also able to thrive and bring their very best to work each day.

Congratulations—you're a leader and you're doing great at work. But are you doing enough to make sure your career is always on an upward trajectory? Most professionals aren't, and that's why this week's guest, career expert Caroline Ceniza-Levine, is sharing some of the mistakes even smart people make in their career, how to avoid them, and how to position yourself for that next promotion.

If you're a leader, you're a change agent, and you know that one of the most challenging aspects of change is persuading others to come along with you. This week's guest is Nancy Murphy of CSR Communications. She's sharing the common mistakes leaders make during change, and some simple strategies for how you can influence and implement change faster, with less resistance, and more lasting success.

Most people have a negative reaction if you tell them to “grind it out” with their work. But what if the “grind” is actually good for you and can lead to a happy and successful life? That's the view of bestselling author, Jeremy Bhandari, and on this week's episode, he explains why. Plus, he shares his secrets for how to elevate your self-awareness and the #1 practice of top athletes that anyone can use to enhance their performance.

What's one of the biggest problems most leaders face at some point or another?  Confidence! Yup, we all have that annoying inner critic or moments of imposter syndrome and they can become paralyzing obstacles unless we know how to deal with them.  This week's guest is the Queen of Confidence.  Sheri' Dumond has over 20 years of corporate experience and empowering leaders.  She joins us this week to share her simple 5-step process to building confidence that will help you through any situation, no matter how tough.

We all know that people join companies and leave bad bosses. So, how do you deal with those leaders who are great at what they do, but just don't inspire their teams? This week's guest calls those leaders “brilliant jerks,” and she knows exactly how to convert them into positive leaders who motivate and engage employees.  Tune in to hear Dr. Katrina Burrus's secrets for how you can start transforming your organization's brilliant jerks!

Ever feel like you're doing everything right, but you just can't quite get the results you want? According to mindset performance expert, Jarrod Haning, it's probably because you're doing one of three things that are keeping you stuck: working hard, working smart, or not realizing what will work because it doesn't make sense to your brain yet.  Huh?  Yes, Jarrod has a unique method for decoding what's keeping you stuck, and a simple method for moving past it.  Tune in as he breaks down the process and shares the 4 C's of a successful mindset.

This year has brought change, disruption, and crisis to many organizations. As a leader, how do you stay positive in the face of all that? Join us as bestselling author and internationally-recognized teamwork expert, Glenn Parker, shares the 5 simple ways you can have a positive influence to guide your team through troubled waters.

Ever had an experience that clarifies your priorities and changes your life forever? That's what happened to this week's guest when his childhood friend was diagnosed with cancer. Join us as philanthropist and positive leader, Dillon Hill, shares his story and why he believes that helping others is the pathway to helping yourself and becoming a better leader.

One of the crucial roles of leaders is to support and develop others. But, are you doing it in a way that truly empowers people and maximizes their performance? Dr. Beth Brown is an expert in performance psychology and organizational development. She joins us on this week's episode to share three simple techniques you can implement today to improve talent and team development.

Let's face it, as leaders, we're always making mistakes and they can be pretty painful when they're out there for everyone to see. Certainly, none of us can ever be perfect, but there are some simple steps we can take to improve our leadership skills and develop more thriving teams. Join us as prolific author, Dr. Steve Vargo, shares his most effective leadership strategies based on over 20 years of clinical and organizational development experience.

It's no secret that leaders and organizations are trying to increase productivity and performance. But did you know that poor speaking skills are actually undermining these efforts and costing you time and money? Lewis D. Chaney specializes in dealing with this problem no one ever notices. He's won awards for his speaking and storytelling skills in television and entertainment news, and he joins us in this episode to share how we can all become more effective communicators. Plus, if you go to his website https://www.gettothedamnpoint.com/ you can get his online course at a hugely discounted rate. Enter coupon code ALEXROCKS and for the next 24 hours (until October 8th), you'll get it for 50% of the normal price. Or, enter coupon code STORY until October 14th and get a $200 off.

When faced with challenges, leaders often feel like they've got to have it all figured out.  But the evidence suggests this approach can hurt rather than help your leadership efforts. In this week's episode, Jesse Brisendine, a world-renowned expert in helping people move beyond their limitations and unlock their greatness, is sharing why leaders need to transform their team members from employees to family members, and the new skillsets they should be developing in the post-COVID-19 world. HINT: vulnerability is the new emotional currency.

It seems like we're dealing with so much conflict these days and as leaders, it can be challenging to know how to handle it all effectively. Charmaine Hammond is THE expert in conflict resolution, and in this week's episode, she's sharing how leaders can resolve conflict with courageous dialogue and a simple five-step road map.

Ever struggled to get your full team on-board and working together in harmony? Yup, I hear you, and that's why this week's episode focuses on how you can develop teams where everyone wins. Join us as corporate relationships expert, Tony Chatman, shares how leaders can become force multipliers who bring out the very best in people.

Every leader knows that effective communication is crucial for organizational success. But, finding the right way to communicate can be difficult in times of change, challenge, or conflict. So, how do we navigate through those rough waters? Michael Reddington is a certified forensic interviewer and, in this episode, he's sharing his expertise and a series of communication methods that can enhance sales, negotiations, conflict resolution, and customer service.

As a leader, you're interacting with people all the time. But, are you really hearing what they have to say? Leadership expert, Stephen Kohler, shares how learning to actively listen is the key to successfully navigating change and increasing your level of persuasion and influence.

Change can be scary and unpredictable, especially when you have to lead a team through it. But what if there was an easier way? Amber Kierra is blind, bold, and changing the world, and in this episode, she's sharing how you, too, can embrace change and create real transformation in your workplace.

Ever wonder what makes the great leaders great? Prolific author and leadership expert, Adriana Rosales, reveals what gives these leaders their edge, and how you can do the same with one simple strategy! Plus, she brings a new perspective on how we can embrace artificial intelligence rather than fearing it in the workplace.

How do you bring positive psychology into a workplace where employees are skeptical and fearful? Positive psychology expert, Dr. Nico Rose, provides 3 simple ways to create the psychological safety needed to make positive leadership work.

It's no secret that we need to invest in talent. But what happens when employees leave? Usually, we just wave goodbye. But, CEO of AlumniEnterprise, James Sinclair, suggests that we need to invest in people even as they're walking out the door. Why? Tune in to find out and discover how this strategy could save you time and money.

Ever felt like you're not good enough to do your job? Or maybe you feel worn down by all the demands you face each day? You're not alone, and there is a way to overcome these feelings. Join us as Dr. Lizette Ojeda shares how to beat imposter syndrome and burnout.

Award-winning speaker and author, Dom Brightmon, shares the 3 benefits of mentoring, why leaders should engage in mentoring relationships, and how to make sure it's a good mentor-mentee match.

Successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, Mike Cameron, shares why he thinks the way men think of strong is wrong, and urges all of us—male or female—to connect with our emotions so we can be better leaders. Join us as Mike walks us through his S.O.A.R. framework that serves as a catalyst in becoming the positive leader you want to be.

Expert and practitioner of courageous change in organizations, Ryan Berman shares what it means to have courage as a leader, why it matters, and the benefits you can expect from being courageous. This is can't miss conversation for any leader who aspires to greatness.

Leadership expert, Dr. David Arrington, shares valuable wisdom and practical strategies for how to bring more diversity, equity, and inclusion into your organization and leadership practices. Plus, check out his offer for the PLM community at arringtontraining.com

Being a leader means facing challenges. Expert Lynn Whitbeck shares her practical wisdoms on how leaders can overcome self-sabotage, stop feeling intimidated by people and situations, handle different opinons, and so much more! Join us for this illuminating discussion!

The last 2 weeks have brought a lot of change and upheaval—calls for reforming policing and organizations investing in significant diversity and inclusion initiatives. This is great progress, but it won't become fully embedded in our culture unless we use positive leadership to guide us. In today's episode, we discuss the three crucial elements of positive leadership that can support your diversity efforts.

When cities are burning it seems like the usual issues we talk about are not that important. I mean, what does positive leadership have to offer us in the face of systemic racism? Actually, A LOT. Here's why positive leadership matters in the midst of riots.

As countries and states lift lockdown restrictions, the “new” way of doing business and approaching life can take its toll. So, here's a simple way to help you and your team, not just survive these pandemic times, but to actually thrive in spite of them.

“Zoom fatigue” is real and we all need to be aware of it as we're leading remote teams. Before you schedule your next video conferencing call, there are a few things you need to consider, and that's what we're talking about on this week's episode.

As business re-open and employees return to workplaces, what does it mean for you and your organization? In this week's episode, I share 4 simple, yet effective, strategies to help guide your decisions and actions as you lead your team through this challenging transition.

At this point in the Coronavirus pandemic, the whole thing is starting to wear a little thin, right? I'll bet you've had multiple moments of frustration and just feeling fed up. I think we've all been there. But, ultimately, you know that this isn't really you. Typically, you're oozing positivity, you've got boundless energy, you're inspiring others, and you're tough. It's just that, right now, it's hard to muster all that day after day. So, what do you do when this happens? You call on your inner strengths…tune in to find out how.

As the Covid-19 crisis continues, the big question right now is, are using this time wisely? As a positive leader, now is the time to take stock, and we can do that by asking the 5 questions we're discussing in this week's episode. Whether you are an essential worker who's on the front-lines, you're working from home, or you're out of work right now, answering these questions will help you figure out next steps and identify hidden opportunities.

Whether you're a leader who's working from home, out of work, or even on the frontlines of this pandemic, no matter how productive you usually are, there are probably times right now when you just feel distracted and can't focus on much of anything. If that sounds familiar, tune in on for strategies on how to handle this as the Coronavirus crisis rolls on…

The ongoing nature of this pandemic is taking its toll, and while there's a lot you can do to stay positive, inevitably, we're all going to have difficult moments. That's why we also need coping strategies to manage those days when it all just feels too much. Tune in to discover how leading with compassion and mindfulness is going to help us support one another and get us through this.

As the Coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, we're learning more about its impact—not just physically, but the mental and emotional effects during and after social-distancing lockdowns. As a positive leader, you can do a lot to mitigate anxiety and provide a much-needed energy boost for yourself and your colleagues during these difficult times. Tune in to discover some simple, yet highly effective, strategies that will cultivate well-being so we all emerge better and stronger than ever before.

If you're feeling the weight of this Coronavirus pandemic, you're not alone. While needed measures are being taken to help flatten the curve, they're also taking their toll—physically, mentally, and emotionally. But, there are some simple things you can do to mitigate these effects. In this episode, I'm sharing five strategies you can use to cultivate wellness for you, your family, and your colleagues during these crazy and uncertain times. The good news is that all of these are free and can be done from home…

Coronavirus has hit every one of us in some way, both personally and professionally. It's a global crisis, no doubt. But, it's also an opportunity for you to set an example as a positive leader. Tune in to this episode for ideas and strategies for what you can do to help yourself, your employees, and your clients during these crazy Corona days.

The cost of turnover has almost doubled from $331 billion in 2010 to $617 billion in 2018. That's some serious dough that could be saved if we just figured out how to attract and retain the top talent. Easier said than done though, right? Especially when employees get a greater pay bump if they jump ship. What's a positive leader to do? Tune in to discover some creative strategies that could help keep your employees happy, engaged, and wanting to stay at your organization

Huh? Practices and processes are a positive leader's best friends? What the heck does that mean? If you want your organization to achieve big goals and reach levels of unparalleled excellence, tune in to find out more. Plus, discover the one process that will propel you faster than any other.

Discover why you can't afford to NOT have a positive work culture. The fact is that toxic work environments or people disrespecting one another is costing organizations, and maybe your organization, A LOT. Plus, it's completely unnecessary. There's a simple solution that can not only stop the losses but catapult your organization to extraordinary levels of performance. Tune in to find out more.

Why is that more and more organizations are using a strengths-based approach to talent development? It's because asking people to improve their weaknesses doesn't really work. Instead, it's way more productive to have your team build on their existing strengths. But, how exactly do you do that? Tune in for a step-by-step process that is simple yet highly effective.

How do you lead and inspire others? By leading yourself first, of course! How do you do that? Tune in to discover a simple five-step process that allows you to flourish as a positive leader and motivate your team to do the same.

Change – ack! No one enjoys it, right? But we all know that change is inevitable, and it usually brings growth. Whether or not it's painful growth, well, that's determined by how the change is handled. Tune in as we discuss how a simple shift in how you approach change can make all the difference. Plus, three practical steps to help you implement this strategy so you can successfully lead change in your organization.

We all have parts of our job we don't enjoy…and so do the people who work for you. But, what if you could mold your job so that it fits your wants and needs…so that it makes you feel more fulfilled every day? You can, your team can, and NO, this does not lead to anarchy. Tune in to find out more.