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Dan Rockwell is one of the world's most prolific and insightful thinkers on leadership. He's a former entrepreneur, consultant, world-renowned speaker and creator of Leadership Freak, a top leadership blog that has 450,000 subscribers around the world. Named the #1 Most Socially Shared Leadership Blog on the Internet, Leadership Freak features daily wisdom on how leaders can improve, make life better for those around them, and be a positive force in the world. Dan joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk about his life as a speaker, leader and writer, and to share how leaders can grow and help others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this insightful episode, Alan sits down with Dan Rockwell, acclaimed author of The Vagrant, seasoned leadership coach, and consultant. Together, they dive into the ways we often stand in our own way, the personal growth practices that can elevate us, and the essential qualities leaders need to embody now more than ever. Packed with practical wisdom, this conversation hits close to home for us at Stay Forth and speaks directly to the heart of meaningful leadership. About Dan Rockwell Dan Rockwell delivered his first presentation at sixteen and has been captivating audiences with his insights and workshops ever since. In 2010, his passion for leadership inspired him to start the Leadership Freak blog, now read in nearly every country and followed by almost 500,000 people across social media. Named among Inc. Magazine's "Top Fifty Leadership and Management Experts" and one of the “Top 100 Great Leadership Speakers,” Dan's work has been widely recognized. The Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness has called Leadership Freak the “most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet.” Dan's reach extends beyond the digital sphere through his keynotes and workshops with an impressive range of clients, including the National Institutes of Health, Home Depot, Ascension Health, Geisinger Health System, and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Holding an MBA and degrees in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, and Construction & Design, Dan's diverse background includes owning two businesses and working as a Workforce Development Consultant for Penn State. In this role, he designed courses, mentored instructors, and gave hundreds of presentations to audiences worldwide. Today, he continues his work as a leadership coach and consultant while actively serving in his local community. Dan lives in central Pennsylvania with his wife, his high school sweetheart of over 40 years. Connect with Dan Website: Leadership Freak Book: The Vagrant: Inner Journey of Leadership Parable

Jeff and Lason chat with the one and only Dan Rockwell. Known to many as the "Leadership Freak," Dan is an influential voice in the world of leadership and personal development. His insights have transformed countless lives and businesses, and his popular blog reaches readers around the globe. In this episode, we'll dive deep into Dan's journey, exploring the principles and experiences that have shaped his unique perspective on leadership. We'll discuss his latest works, uncover practical advice for aspiring leaders, and perhaps get a glimpse into what drives his passion for empowering others. https://leadershipfreak.blog/ Twitter:@Leadershipfreak

Our guest is Dan Rockwell, one of the top leadership and management bloggers in the country. Founder of Leadership Freak, Dan is known for empowering leaders 300 words at a time through his uber popular website and blog. He is the author of The Vagrant, and speaks, advises and consults with leaders and companies. We discuss writers vs authors, the power of empowerment, blogging, leadership lessons, and more. Plus check out the 5 Things from the Internet List. Make sure to visit http://h3leadership.com to access the list and all the show notes. Thanks again to our partners for this episode: CONVOY OF HOPE - donate to the Maui Wildfires Relief at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Convoy is the trusted partner for delivering food and relief by responding to disasters in the US and all around the world. Donate at http://convoyofhope.org/donate. Right now, Convoy of Hope is still helping war victims in Ukraine, providing basic needs like food, hygiene supplies, medical supplies, and more. Along with earthquake victims in Morocco. And the Maui Wildfires. All through partnering with local Churches. Please support their incredible work. To donate visit http://convoyofhope.org/donate. And KINSMEN JOURNAL – Kinsmen Journal is a one of a kind publication, content hub, and community for men. Centered on Faith, Fatherhood, and Work, Kinsmen is a leading voice in the conversation surrounding spiritual formation and marketplace integration for men. Visit http://kinsmenjournal.com. Check out the FREE weekly newsletter as well as the FREE podcast on Faith, Fatherhood and Work with publisher and founder Peter Ostapko. Again, visit http://kinsmenjounral.com to subscribe for FREE to the weekly newsletter and access the incredible content and community.

To improve your leadership skills, it is important to remember that your talent, skills, and drive are not enough on their own. Dan Rockwell joins Kevin to discuss the inner journey to leadership. Dan highlights the importance of self-awareness, self-improvement, and knowing oneself to be a successful leader. To become a better leader, you should focus on developing your inner journey and being true to yourself, while also avoiding using this as an excuse for entitlement or lack of growth. Listen for... 00:00 Introduction 09:29 Why Talent Alone Won't Make You a Leader 09:47 The Downside of Success: Leaders Who Lose Themselves 10:20 Beyond Meetings: What Real Leadership Looks Like 11:20 The Importance of Self-Identity in Leadership 15:18 No Excuses: The Limits of Identity-Based Leadership 16:08 Aim for Leadership Excellence, Not Just Being Yourself 18:09 Overcoming Self-Defeating Behaviors in Leadership 19:00 Meet Bob: A Case Study in Healthcare Leadership 20:00 Unveiling Blindspots Through Self-Reflection 23:20 The Impact of Your Actions on Others 25:31 The Role of Continuous Learning in Leadership 28:41 How Organizations Can Foster Inner Growth in Leaders 29:08 Building a Culture of Team-Wide Self-Reflection 30:04 Keeping Tabs on Team Energy and Inspiration 30:44 Leadership Starts at the Top: Setting the Example Meet Dan Name: Dan Rockwell His Story: Dan Rockwell is the coauthor of The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership. He is also the author of the highly recognized Leadership Freak Blog, which, according to the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness, is the most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet. He had his first leadership position in the non-profit world at the age of nineteen. Since then, he earned an MBA and undergraduate degrees in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, and Construction and Design. His concise and practical articles are read in every country on the planet. Inc. Magazine recognized Dan as a Top 50 Leadership Expert in the English-speaking World and a Top 100 Speaker. The American Management Association lists Dan as a Top 30 Leader in Business. https://leadershipfreak.blog/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadershipfreak/ https://twitter.com/Leadershipfreak This episode is brought to you by... The Long-Distance Team. Remote leadership experts, Kevin Eikenberry and Wayne Turmel, help leaders navigate the new world of remote and hybrid teams to design the culture they desire for their teams and organizations in their new book! Book Recommendations The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership: A Parable by Dan Rockwell, John David Mann The Midnight Library by Matt Haig  The Daily Stoic: 366 Meditations on Wisdom, Perseverance, and the Art of Living by Ryan Holiday, Stephen Hanselman  The Art of Worldly Wisdom by Baltasar Gracián  Related Episodes Learning Leadership with Jim Kouzes How to be Great at Work with Morten Hansen Reinventing Yourself as a Leader with John Hillen Join Our Community If you want to view our live podcast episodes, hear about new releases, or chat with others who enjoy this podcast join one of our communities below. Join the Facebook Group Join the LinkedIn Group   Leave a Review If you liked this conversation, we'd be thrilled if you'd let others know by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts. Here's a quick guide for posting a review. Review on Apple: https://remarkablepodcast.com/itunes    Podcast Better! Sign up with Libsyn and get up to 2 months free! Use promo code: RLP  

Welcome to another enriching episode of Inside Personal Growth. Joining us today is one of the authors of the new book The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership: A Parable - Dan Rockwell.

The World's #1 Personal Development Book Podcast! In today's episode we have the pleasure to interview not one but two Authors of  “The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership” by John David Mann and Dan Rockwell Dan reached out to John with an idea for this book, and much to his surprise John wrote back and said “Let's do it”. Now I'm oversimplifying the story a bit, but you'll have to continue listening to find out more.  John is an author of several books including “The Go-Giver” “Latte Factor” “Cold Fear” and many many more. He has been on our show before and I encourage you to go back and listen to that episode! It was a great one! Dan, has a very popular leadership blog that you've probably heard of, and if not I encourage you go check it out at leadershipfreak.com. He is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur, consultant, and was named one of the Top Fifty Leadership and Management Experts by Inc Magazine. Just to name a few of his accomplishments.  In this episode, you'll learn about the importance of self-reflection, insights into how to be an effective leader, why it's important to get an accurate view of reality, and a glimpse into there incredible book. Now get ready to learn, and enjoy this incredible conversation with John David Mann and Dan Rockwell.    To learn more about the Authors visit: Dan: leadershipfreak.com John: johndavidmann.com Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:23 - How the Collaboration Started 00:07:00 - Overcoming Self-Defeating Behaviors 00:10:17 - Good Intentions, Bad Outcome 00:13:48 - The World as Your Mirror 00:17:13 - Inviting Others for Structured Self-Reflection 00:20:36 - Learning from Editors and Critiques 00:23:51 - Dealing with Criticism 00:27:07 - Dealing with the Inner Critic 00:30:43 - Bob's Journey 00:34:01 - Bringing Your Best Self to the World 00:37:40 - Trusting the Journey 00:41:08 - Thank You Today's episode is sponsored by Audible. Try Audible for free: www.bookthinkers.com/audibletrial. The purpose of this podcast is to connect you, the listener, with new books, new mentors, and new resources that will help you achieve more and live better. Each and every episode will feature one of the world's top authors so that you know each and every time you tune-in, there is something valuable to learn. If you have any recommendations for guests, please DM them to us on Instagram. (www.instagram.com/bookthinkers)

If you have any relationships where you have influence, you're a leader.   That means you can change your life drastically by improving your leadership skills, from being able to help people grow, to getting massively better results in business.   This week, Dan Rockwell, creator of the Leadership Freak blog, is here to share his leadership secrets that he's accumulated over decades of studying what makes excellent leadership.   In this conversation, Dan and Wojo cover all this and beyond:   Why many leadership experts say the #1 thing you should do is to “be yourself” Should you be friends with your employees? Powerful questions you can ask and approaches you can use with those you are trying to influence to help achieve better results Where you should fall on the continuum of pursuing results and cultivating a relationship with your employees And when self care is helpful and when it's harmful   So if you want to be a better supervisor, business owner, parent, coach, mentor, etc, this expert insight is for you.   Learn more about Dan and the Leadership Freak Blog at leadershipfreak.blog  

Hear Dan Rockwell explain how talented people often unintentionally hold themselves back from success. He encourages listeners to identify their self-defeating behaviors to become the authentic leaders they want to be. He shares tips from his latest book, The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership. For more information about Dan Rockwell visit www.leadershipfreak.blog

If you could give advise to your younger self, what would that be? Tune in for an inspiring discussion Leadership Freak & John David Mann on their new #book The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership: A Parable. BenBella Books#MomentsWithMarianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!Dan Rockwell gave his first presentation at the age of sixteen and has been delivering presentations and workshops ever since. Dan's fascination with leadership led him to launch his Leadership Freak blog in January 2010. Today Leadership Freak is read in virtually every country on the globe, with nearly 500,000 subscribers to its various social media channels. https://leadershipfreak.blogJohn David Mann is an award-winning author whose writings have earned the Nautilus Award, the Axiom Business Book Award (Gold Medal), Taiwan's Golden Book Award for Innovation, and the 2017 Living Now Book Awards “Evergreen Medal” for “contribution to positive global change.” He is coauthor of the worldwide classic THE GO-GIVER with Bob Burg and 4 New York Times bestsellers. His books are published in 38 languages and have sold more than 3 million copies. https://johndavidmann.com For more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com#bookclub #readinglist #books #bookish #author #authorinterview #KMET1490AM #radioshow #booklover #mustread #reading #bookstagram #leadership #success #selfawareness #awareness

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In this episode Alan talks with author of The Vagrant, leadership coach and consultant, Dan Rockwell, about how get in our own way, how we can grow and what we need more of right now in leaders. High practical and very close to our heart at Stay Forth   About Dan DAN ROCKWELL  gave his first presentation at the age of sixteen and has been delivering presentations and workshops ever since. Dan's fascination with leadership led him to launch his Leadership Freak blog in January 2010. Today Leadership Freak is read in virtually every country on the globe, with nearly 500,000 subscribers to its various social media channels. Dan has been named among the “Top Fifty Leadership and Management Experts” and “Top 100 Great Leadership Speakers” by Inc magazine and “Top 30 Leader in Business of 2014” by the American Management Association. His blog has been hailed as “most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet” by Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness. In addition to a devoted online following, the blog's popularity also opened up numerous opportunities to deliver keynotes and workshops. His extensive client list includes: National Institute of Health, Ace Hardware, National Association of Federal Credit Unions, Home Depot, Ascension Health, Executive Women's Conference, Florida Dept. of Transportation, Geisinger Health System, Illinois Association of School Administrators, Lexis Nexis, Allegra Networks, Homeland Security, US Department of Navy, Washington State Department of transportation, and World Leaders Conference. Dan holds an MBA and undergraduate degrees in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, and Construction and Design. He has owned two businesses and spent fifteen years as a Workforce Development Consultant for a Penn State University Special Affiliate, in which capacity he designed courses, hired and mentored instructors, and delivered hundreds of presentations for local, regional, and global organizations. He currently coaches leaders, consults with organizations, and serves in his local church. Dan lives with his high school sweetheart (His wife of over 40 years) and works in central Pennsylvania. Connect with Dan Website: www.leadershipfreak.blog Book: https://www.amazon.com/Vagrant-Inner-Journey-Leadership-Parable-ebook/dp/B0BSMT9CDQ?ref_=ast_author_dp  

I've followed Dan Rockwell for ages. His Blog, Leadership Freak, combines wisdom and insights with lightness, deep thinking and insidious questions that worm their way into your brain and body until you have a breakthrough of thought and action. Now he and his co-author John David Mann have released a parable novel called, The Vagrant. Expect that book to worm its way inside you too and create breakthroughs of thought and self-reflection. On today's episode Dan and I sit down and discuss his thoughts on leadership, the birth of his book, self-reflection and how doing that alone can lead to some not great outcomes. We also discuss many other topics over the course of the interview. It was hard to stop. Let me know what actions you are taking after you listen and don't forget to take advantage of the opportunity to win a free copy of The Vagrant! DAN ROCKWELL (leadershipfreak.blog) gave his first presentation at the age of sixteen and has been delivering presentations and workshops ever since. Dan's fascination with leadership led him to launch his Leadership Freak blog in January 2010. Today Leadership Freak is read in virtually every country on the globe, with nearly 500,000 subscribers to its various social media channels. Dan has been named among the “Top Fifty Leadership and Management Experts” and “Top 100 Great Leadership Speakers” by Inc magazine and “Top 30 Leader in Business of 2014” by the American Management Association. His blog has been hailed as “most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet” by Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness.  

Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Dan Rockwell, Leadership Freak and co-author of The Vagrant. He highlights the value of structured self reflection and tells us, “Somewhere along the way, you learn to trust the things in your heart - the frustrations, the joys, the aspirations - and somehow give them away in a way that makes sense to other people.”  In today's episode, we discuss:  Leaders who show up with openness, a curiosity to listen, and learn, have the ability to bring out the best in people. If you're not listening well, you're not serving yourself or others very well. Be yourself, and bring value. Don't worry that you're not the perfect solution to every situation, just give what you have. Self-reflection in isolation leads to self deception. Dan tells us, “I'm encouraging leaders to invite others into the process.” There is great power in understanding the value and importance of others on your journey. There are a lot of other people in the world who want to help when you invite them. The transformation that takes place when you engage in structured self-reflection daily, as a constant re-evaluation of who you are. RESOURCES: Complementary Resources: Blog: Leadership Freak Blog  Guest Bio: Dan Rockwell is the creator of the Leadership Freak blog which is read in every country on the globe. He coaches top level executives and leaders. The American Management Association lists Dan as a TOP 30 Leader in Business. Inc Magazine includes him in the TOP 50 Leadership Experts in the World. Recently, he co-authored a book titled: The Vagrant, John David Mann.  Book: The Vagrant by Dan Rockwell & John David Mann. Blog: Leadership Freak Blog  Twitter/X:  Dan Rockwell LinkedIn: Dan Rockwell  Email: - dan@leadershipfreak.com    Belinda's Bio:  Belinda Pruyne is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker. She is a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. The Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda is a sought-after global leadership advisor, coach, and consultant for the C-suite and executive management, advising leaders across IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, she has delivered more than 60 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who peel back the curtain, sharing the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast.  She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.  Website: Belindapruyne.com Email Address: hello@belindapruyne.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/ 

Just about a month ago, I featured a business fable here on the show. Today, I am pleased to feature another. This one is cowritten by an author who's appeared here before (John David Mann). However, my guest today is the other half of that co-author duo. His name is Dan Rockwell. If his name […] The post 493: The Inner Journey of Leadership with Dan Rockwell first appeared on Read to Lead Podcast.

Dan Rockwell is a farm boy from Central Maine. He writes the Leadership Freak blog which is read in every country on the planet and is co-author of the The Vagrant. Dan had his first leadership position in the non-profit world at the age of nineteen. Since then, he earned an MBA and undergraduate degrees in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, and Construction and Design. Dan has also owned two businesses and served fifteen years as a Workforce Development Consultant for a Penn State University Special Affiliate. In that capacity, he designed courses, hired and mentored instructors, and delivered hundreds of presentations for local, regional, and global organizations. Currently, Dan coaches leaders, consults with organizations, and delivers corporate and community presentations. Find out more about Dan here! Also get his new book The Vagrant!

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The Inner Journey of Leadership with Leadership Freak, Dan Rockwell In this episode of The Leadership Habit podcast, Jenn DeWall talks to the self-proclaimed “Leadership Freak,” Dan Rockwell, about the inner journey of leadership. Dan is the author of the highly acclaimed blog Leadership Freak. He is also the co-author of the recently published book […] The post The Inner Journey of Leadership with Dan Rockwell appeared first on Crestcom International.

We have all kinds of amazing guests on this podcast, but it's rare that I have a guest whose platform has been built on the very concept of daily writing. But since 2010, my guest has been blogging about leadership every day. Now he has a following of nearly half a million people across social media and his email list. His name is Dan Rockwell and he's the genius behind LeadershipFreak.com. He describes himself as “freakishly interested in leadership.” Dan is an Inc Magazine Top Fifty Leadership and Management Expert and a Top 100 Great Leadership Speaker. According to the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness, the Leadership Freak blog is the most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet. Dan coaches leaders, consults with organizations, and delivers corporate and community presentations. He's also the co-author of the brand-new book he wrote with John David Mann: a business parable called The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership. It's really terrific, and I hope you'll pre-order a copy before it releases on Sep. 19th. In this conversation, Dan and I talk about the inspiration behind The Vagrant and why he and John decided to approach it as a parable. I think you'll discover some great insights on storytelling from Dan. We also talk about the genesis of his world-renowned blog, some leadership principles for writers and entrepreneurs, and his process for writing everyday, especially when you're getting started. This was a wide-ranging and fascinating conversation. Many thanks to John David Mann for introducing me to Dan! * * * Today's episode is sponsored by Vellum, the go-to book formatting software for indie authors who care about creating beautiful ebooks and print books. Use the link to download Vellum for FREE. Today's email is also sponsored by Plottr, the #1 visual book planning software for writers that helps you plan books in the same way you think. Plottr helps fiction and nonfiction authors, podcasters, speakers, and anyone creating content to organize their material and story points. Visit the link above to start your free 14-day trial.

We have all kinds of amazing guests on this podcast, but it's rare that I have a guest whose platform has been built on the very concept of daily writing. But since 2010, my guest has been blogging about leadership every day. Now he has a following of nearly half a million people across social media and his email list. His name is Dan Rockwell and he's the genius behind LeadershipFreak.com. He describes himself as “freakishly interested in leadership.” Dan is an Inc Magazine Top Fifty Leadership and Management Expert and a Top 100 Great Leadership Speaker. According to the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness, the Leadership Freak blog is the most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet. Dan coaches leaders, consults with organizations, and delivers corporate and community presentations. He's also the co-author of the brand-new book he wrote with John David Mann: a business parable called The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership. It's really terrific, and I hope you'll pre-order a copy before it releases on Sep. 19th. In this conversation, Dan and I talk about the inspiration behind The Vagrant and why he and John decided to approach it as a parable. I think you'll discover some great insights on storytelling from Dan. We also talk about the genesis of his world-renowned blog, some leadership principles for writers and entrepreneurs, and his process for writing everyday, especially when you're getting started. This was a wide-ranging and fascinating conversation. Many thanks to John David Mann for introducing me to Dan! * * * Today's episode is sponsored by Vellum, the go-to book formatting software for indie authors who care about creating beautiful ebooks and print books. Use the link to download Vellum for FREE. Today's email is also sponsored by Plottr, the #1 visual book planning software for writers that helps you plan books in the same way you think. Plottr helps fiction and nonfiction authors, podcasters, speakers, and anyone creating content to organize their material and story points. Visit the link above to start your free 14-day trial.

Dan Rockwell is one of the most highly regarded voices in the field of leadership. His writings, anchored by the Leadership Freak blog, boast over 450,000 followers and are read in virtually every country on Earth.  Now he's a published book author, creating a powerful parable, The Vagrant. His co-author, John David Mann, is himself, a global best-selling author of over 30 books. In The Vagrant, Bob is so successful in business he is anticipating being promoted. Instead, he's fired. Leaving the office after that experience, he encounters a vagrant and Bob's life will never be the same. Listen as Dan shares his personal journey in leadership, the impetus to writing his first business book, and some keen leadership advice with What's the Point? host, Bill Ellis,   Connect with Bill: bill@brandingpillars.com www.brandingpillars.com www.brandingforresults.com IG - @wcellis Facebook - @CoachBillEllis LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/wcellis Book: Women Who Won Links for This Episode: CONTACT INFO: Name: Dan Rockwell Email: dan@leadershipfreak.com Phone: 570-651-5803 Website(s): leadershipfreak.blog   SOCIAL MEDIA INFO: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/leadershipfreak Facebook: Leadership Freak Twitter: @‌leadershipfreak   BOOK: The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership: A Parable: https://leadershipfreak.blog/the-vagrant/   WEBSITE: The Good Advice Company SOCIAL MEDIA INFO: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethrosenberg/ Twitter: goodadviceco   Quick Episode Summary:  Special guest Dan Rockwell, well known in the field of leadership, recognized by Inc. Magazine, and has a daily blog called The Leadership Freak Dan's daily blog was not expected to be as successful as it is and it has changed their lives Sometimes we act out of fear of not being enough and fear of not accomplishing what we want Leadership Freak is a perfect example of being true to yourself with the content that you create  Posting daily for a blog requires a lot of reading and inspiration to keep up with fresh ideas  Becoming a great writer starts with becoming a great reader  Dan shares the story behind writing his book, “The Vagrant” This book is a self reflection of the decisions we make affect the people we are leading  As a leader, if you learn how to notice yourself, you will start to notice others  A collision with reality is often times a slow moving thing and takes years to figure out  To grow as a leader we have to come to know ourselves and how others see us to better the people around us that we are leading  Dan's book is a great combination of being entertained and learning  Dan's what's the point answer is to lead out of who you are and be the person you were created to be   

In this episode of the podcast "Unlocking Your World of Creativity," Mark interviews Dan Rockwell, author of the upcoming book "The Vagrant: The Inner Journey of Leadership." The interview begins with Mark sharing his personal reaction to the book, noting how it unexpectedly struck a personal chord right from the third page. The conversation delves into the profound nature of leadership as a personal journey, drawing insights from conversations Dan had with influential leaders like Jim Parker, Francis Haine, and Harry Kramer. These conversations led Dan to realize that leadership is about becoming oneself, a transformative and often elusive task for high-performing individuals. Mark also highlights Warren Bennis' quote on the simplicity and difficulty of becoming oneself.Dan explains the significance of the book's title, "The Vagrant," which refers to being blown off course, both in terms of a bird's migration and an individual's journey in leadership. He shares how high performers can sometimes lose sight of themselves and struggle to find their way back on track. The interview touches upon Dan's diverse background, including degrees in theology and ministry, as well as construction and design, and how these areas overlap in the realm of leadership. Mark further explores the commonalities among Dan's varied clientele, ranging from Chick-fil-A to the National Institutes of Health and Royal Caribbean.The conversation then shifts to the creative process behind the book and Dan's collaboration with co-author John David Mann, known for his work on "The Go-Giver." Drawing inspiration from classic parable books, the authors chose a storytelling approach to convey their leadership insights. Dan expresses his gratitude for working with BenBella Books and their valuable contribution to the project. The interview concludes with Dan sharing a leadership insight for individuals who may think they are getting promoted but could potentially face termination. The book will be released in September 2023 and is currently available for pre-order.Overall, the interview explores the personal and collaborative aspects of leadership and creativity, shedding light on the inner journey of leaders and the importance of self-discovery.Dan's Website Dan on YouTube @leadership_freak on Instagram Copyright 2023 Mark Stinson

Over the course of my life, I've had the incredible privilege of sitting at the feet of world-class teachers. When you spend time with someone who is truly a master of their subject, and they know how to teach and communicate it, you walk away a little bit taller because you've been in the presence of greatness. That's how I feel every time I get to talk with John David Mann—a master author and storyteller. John is the award-winning coauthor of over 30 books, including 9 New York Times and national bestsellers. His classic, The Go-Giver (written with Bob Burg), won the Living Now Book Award's Evergreen Medal for its “contribution to positive global change.” John's first novel, Steel Fear (written with Brandon Webb) was named one of the “best books of 2021” by Publishers Weekly. His new novel, Blind Fear, comes out next month, and his latest leadership parable, The Vagrant (written with Dan Rockwell), comes out in September. John also leads a training and coaching program called Writing Mastery Mentorship. You can find out more about John by visiting https://johndavidmann.com, as well as his series with Brandon Webb by visiting https://webbandmann.com. One more thing before we get to the interview: I am thrilled to be part of an author event for John at the Daniel Boone Branch of the St. Louis County Library on Wednesday, August 9 at 8pm, in partnership with Left Bank books. This is part of John's national book tour for Bind Fear. If you're in the St. Louis area, I invite you to come meet us in person and help support John's new book. In today's conversation, recorded a few weeks ago, John talks about a variety of topics related to storytelling, including his process for co-writing with different authors, how he handles transitions and chapter breaks in fiction, how he approaches thrillers and parables differently, and much more.

Over the course of my life, I've had the incredible privilege of sitting at the feet of world-class teachers. When you spend time with someone who is truly a master of their subject, and they know how to teach and communicate it, you walk away a little bit taller because you've been in the presence of greatness. That's how I feel every time I get to talk with John David Mann—a master author and storyteller. John is the award-winning coauthor of over 30 books, including 9 New York Times and national bestsellers. His classic, The Go-Giver (written with Bob Burg), won the Living Now Book Award's Evergreen Medal for its “contribution to positive global change.” John's first novel, Steel Fear (written with Brandon Webb) was named one of the “best books of 2021” by Publishers Weekly. His new novel, Blind Fear, comes out next month, and his latest leadership parable, The Vagrant (written with Dan Rockwell), comes out in September. John also leads a training and coaching program called Writing Mastery Mentorship. You can find out more about John by visiting https://johndavidmann.com, as well as his series with Brandon Webb by visiting https://webbandmann.com. One more thing before we get to the interview: I am thrilled to be part of an author event for John at the Daniel Boone Branch of the St. Louis County Library on Wednesday, August 9 at 8pm, in partnership with Left Bank books. This is part of John's national book tour for Bind Fear. If you're in the St. Louis area, I invite you to come meet us in person and help support John's new book. In today's conversation, recorded a few weeks ago, John talks about a variety of topics related to storytelling, including his process for co-writing with different authors, how he handles transitions and chapter breaks in fiction, how he approaches thrillers and parables differently, and much more.

As we take a look at what Courage is, we see a great example in the Bible through the story of Joshua. In Deut 1:37, God tells Moses to “build up” courage in Joshua because of his good report about the promised land when he spied out the land. And 2 chapters later God said, “Then command Joshua: Give him COURAGE. Give him strength. Single-handed he will lead this people across the river. Single-handed he'll cause them to inherit the land at which you can only look.”(Deut. 3:28 NLT)This comes as a result of Moses' own disobedience. We could say that in a moment of anger, it was Moses' lack of courage that caused him to do things his own way and not trust God's way. But, that's a whole other post. For the sake of brevity, just think about how Moses was charged to give Joshua courage and he did just that (Deut. 31:6-8 & 23).The first thing that happens for Joshua as a leader is that he hears the same words God said to Moses. “In the same way I was with Moses, I'll be with you. I won't give up on you; I won't leave you. Strength! COURAGE! You are going to lead this people to inherit the land that I promised to give their ancestors. Give it everything you have, heart and soul” (Josh 1:1-9). This reminds me of a quote from Dan Rockwell in The Leadership Freak, “The courage of leadership is seldom seen and never understood by those who choose safety over adventure.”We see that Joshua speaks courage into the people just like Moses spoke it into him (Josh1:1-9). What was their response? They answered Joshua with the rallying cry, “Strength! COURAGE!” (Josh. 1:18).Take note that consistently, along with the command of courage, comes the word STRENGTH. We cannot be weak and have courage. “Be Strong and Courageous”! What happens when we are weak is what happened to Joashua's enemies, “their hearts sank; the COURAGE drained out of them just thinking about the People of Israel” (Josh 5:1). When you are weak you are moved to cowardice and inaction before the battle has even begun!Answer the call today, obey God's voice and do what He has told you to do… be strong and courageous! What stood out to you about courage in the story of Joshua? What things are you weak in that need to be strengthened? How has God asked you to be courageous lately?

Today on the Ether we have Reuben hosting an interesting space with a discussion on refactoring labor contracts. If you had a chance, what would you change? Check out STEP here on Reuben's GitHub. You'll hear from Church, Dan Rockwell, Sandra Ware, T.K., Zach, and more! Recorded on March 20th 2023. If you enjoy the music at the end of the episodes, you can find the albums streaming on Spotify, and the rest of your favorite streaming platforms. Check out Project Survival, Virus Diaries, and Plan B wherever you get your music. Thank you to everyone in the community who supports TerraSpaces.

Rodney Cox talks with Dan Rockwell, author of the Leadership Freak blog.Dan began blogging at LeadershipFreak.blog in January 2010. Today, Dan has 500+ thousand followers consuming his content daily. According to the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness, the Leadership Freak blog is the most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet.Your host, Rodney Cox, and cohost Steve NeSmith talk with Dan about:6:30 - How vulnerability and humility benefit a leader as he/she rises up the ranks 11:00 - How comparison hinders your leadership potential14:35 - Skills that leaders need to master in today's environmentFollow Dan online:https://leadershipfreak.blog/https://twitter.com/Leadershipfreak#leadership #ministry #teambuilding Host: Rodney CoxCo-host: Steve NeSmithLIMITED-TIME OFFER!The Strong Teams Starter Pack is being introduced at a discounted price!Buy it here: https://www.ministryinsights.com/Host: Rodney CoxEmail us at information@ministryinsights.comTweet us at @Insights_IntlFollow us on LinkedInFollow us on FacebookThe podcast is a production of Ministry Insights. Visit us at ministryinsights.com.© 2023 Ministry Insights International, Inc. All rights reserved.

Dan Rockwell is CEO and Co-founder of Big Kitty Labs, a software consultancy. He's a respected leader in start-up circles as well as a thought leader for all businesses that want to embrace new ideas and culture in their organizations. His passion for innovation, new ideas and using technology to drive change is at the core of his ability to envision the possible beyond the impossible.   Tune into this episode with us to hear about:  How you can transform your business ideas into reality using AI technology Why you need a core talent in order to manifest an art or product How researching the latest regarding other industries can also expand your business  Why second-guessing for too long can disconnect you from what your customers' need The ways in which Dan expanded their business after working with SightShift And so much more!   -- Ready for more? Head over to https://www.sightshift.com/ for more learning and growth.

Building trust requires constant, authentic communication. Communication is not just about words; it is also based on actions. Every action communicates something to the people in an organization. Too many companies say one thing and do another, breeding deep cynicism among its people over time. This THL Refresher podcast features a discussion on the nature of trust and how to build trust in your organization with the Leadership Freak, Dan Rockwell, and Matt Whiat and Sara Hannah of Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute.

Dr. Nathan Regier welcomes Dan Rockwell to today's episode. Dan is a Leadership Freak, his blog by the same name has reached virtually every country in the world, and as a leadership expert, executive coach, and successful keynote speaker, Dan brings exceptional wisdom and insight to conversations about leadership, integrity, and authenticity. Humility is a topic in which Dan has shown interest recently, a concept that has a lot to do with compassion and leadership, and that is why it is the center of Dr. Nate and Dan's conversation in this episode.   Key Takeaways: [2:54] Dan shares what motivated the work that he does. [4:48] Leadership Freak was Dan's first endeavor in the consulting leadership field. [6:28] What is Dan's secret to writing a blog per day? [8:07] Dan shares how he still feels like he felt at 13 years old. [9:44] Dan tells the story of the time when he realized the world did not revolve around him. [11:09] Why is it so important that we know we are not the most important person? [12:07] Dan defines humility as a group of practices. [13:45] Dan confesses he feels like many people are in his head, especially when thinking thoughts he doesn't want to do. [15:32] Instead of judging your thoughts, start noticing them. [16:24] Are humility and arrogance opposites in Dan's perspective? [18:24] Dan explains what he means by “dancing with the red dragon”. [20:18] Dan and Nate discuss humility defined as thinking of yourself less. [22:04] Dan explains why he has never been a huge fan of self-esteem. [24:02] Nate talks about his father who struggled with depression.    [24:40] Humility is not thinking that you are not worthy. [25:50] One way of practicing humility is by practicing gratitude. [26:27] Dan confesses he has a better day when people like his blog, and he relates this to his practice of humility. [31:20] How does religion relate to the concept of humility? [35:50] Being really successful is strictly related to how you are going to give. [36:50] Dan shares how hopeful feels to think in humility as a practice. [39:03] Nate shares his top three key takeaways from a profound conversation with Dan.   Mentioned in this episode: The Compassion Mindset The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea, John David Mann & Bob Burg   Tweetables: “Instead of thinking how everything is about us, we can start thinking how it is for the other people in the room.” #oncompassion #humility #leadership   “Humility is a group of key practices.” #oncompassion  #humility #leadership   “The overestimation of self leads to arrogance.” #oncompassion  #humility #leadership   “The biggest threat to future success is past success.” #oncompassion  #humility #leadership   “There is a big difference between being humble and thinking less of yourself.” #oncompassion  #humility #leadership  

“Commit your work to the LORD, and your plans will be established.” – Proverbs 16:3 Writing and teaching about leadership can be a challenging task, especially when you know nothing about it, but this is what our guest Dan Rockwell decided to do. Dan's concept of “Get er did” has lead to an incredibly successful blog, called Leadership Freak, that talks about all thing leadership. David and Stu dive in to how to take a free blog site, add value to the readers, and turn it into a profitable coaching, speaking, and marketing business. Check out Leadership Freak! — Join our Facebook Group. Do us a favor and leave us a review! View our other Apple Podcasts. Know someone who would make a great guest on our podcast? Let us know! Email: stuart@storehouse310turnkey.com This podcast is sponsored by DoDReads.com which promotes lifelong learning, personal developmentand leadership that comes from the books you read. If you are interested in updating your military reading list, email: storehouse@dodreads.com. Enroll in Podcast Systems University today and use with coupon code STU20 to get the course for only $297 and regularly $497! Get the 10 Levels of Passivity FREE Report by emailing: podcast@storehouse310turnkey.com. Make planning a priority this year! Go to Boldly & Co. ** Use the Code: STOREHOUSE at checkout for a 20% discount on ALL products. ** Use the Code: STOREHOUSE495 gives a $200 off discount on the next workshop.

On this episode, Elio interviews Dan Rockwell, CEO and Co-Founder of Big Kitty Labs. Big Kitty Labs is a software development agency focusing on software development for web, enterprise, and mobile applications. Big Kitty Labs has worked with a long list of Columbus startups and don't be surprised if you a fan of a platform they helped develop. Dan shares his wealth of knowledge gained from working with diverse founders building solutions for diverse industries. For the first time ever on the show, Dan goes metaphysical and we explore his tagline, Ready, Set, Manifest. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/614startups/support

For years, fans of the beloved GO-GIVER series have been clamoring for a book on how to apply the Go-Giver philosophy to their personal relationships. The wait is over … here it is! From my friends John David Mann (coauthor of the original Go-Giver) and his wife Ana Gabriel Mann, a clinically trained therapist, THE GO-GIVER MARRIAGE will help you unlock 5 secrets to a deeply satisfying, abundant relationship based on simple everyday acts of generosity. This is a special book. John and Ana describe it as their “love letter to the world” — a classic, touching parable (with a totally charming fable-within-the-fable), followed by a practical in-depth guide on how to use the “5 Secrets” in your everyday life.  This isn't just theory, and it isn't abstract: this stuff WORKS. Marie Forleo put it this way:  “Written from honest experience and with immense compassion, Ana and John's book gives an actionable roadmap toward real lasting love in any relationship.” Some comments from a few more people I admire: “All the charm, wit, and insight of the original classic. The Go-Giver helped hundreds of thousands of people find more relevance, fulfillment, and success in their business lives. We predict The Go-Giver Marriage will do the same for their relationships.”  — that's from Jon Gordon and his wife Kathryn. “The Go-Giver Marriage is for everyone who is married, might get married, or just wants richer relationships. The story gets into your head and sinks into your heart—and then it changes you. I believe it will make a powerful difference in your life.”  — and that one is from Dan Rockwell, creator of the popular blog “Leadership Freak.” And how about this one, from world-famous marriage and relationship experts Harville Hendrix, PhD and Helen LaKelley Hunt, PhD:  “John and Ana have written a beautiful tribute to the joys and challenges of marriage. This is a book that couples will come back to again and again.” And I wholeheartedly agree! Whether you're newly-wed, long-time married, seeking your soul mate, or simply a human being wanting fulfilling relationships with other human beings, John & Ana's book is well worth your time. In fact, I'll make this prediction: read it once — and you'll come back to it again and again.  Yes, it's that good. The Manns have also put together a few bonuses that provide phenomenal value, including two video masterclasses, one on “The Mindset of Lasting Love” (27 min), the other on “Dealing with Conflict” (40 min) — plus a free “Companion Pass” to any one of their “Living the 5 Secrets to Lasting Love” workshops (that's a $135 value right there). You'll find info on how to get those bonuses at their site: GoGiverMarriage.com. You know me: I don't hand out recommendations lightly. John and Ana are the real deal, and this is a beautiful book that WILL make a difference in your life.  All my best,  P.S. I especially love what Rabbi Daniel Lapin said about The Go-Giver Marriage: “One firefly can distinguish itself only by becoming a blazing beacon of incandescent brilliance. There are many marriage books but this book is that firefly. It's for everyone, married or not-yet, who desires the ultimate in joy from living with another person.”https://gogivermarriage.com/Support the show

Our guest on this episode Today is Dan Rockwell who is a former entrepreneur, world-renowned speaker, and creator of Leadership Freak, which is the top leadership blog that is Named the #1 Most Socially Shared Leadership Blog on the Internet. In this episode, Dan and I discuss various topics such as Leadership, productivity, and self-confidence. If you want my key takeaways on this episode and the show notes, head over to my website as well, which is programlife.org. Head over and click that subscribe or follow button as well right now on whichever platform you are using to listen to this so that you can be notified of all of the great content that I provide you guys, and also take your time to leave me a rating and review telling me what you liked the most in this episode. You can also follow me on Instagram yogeshprabhu2 and also follow the program life Instagram page program_life_ and also my Twitter @yogeshprabhu03Outro Song: Snail's House - if (ujbeats vol.1)

Lyle Tard   Episode 157   Serviceispower.org/aboutus Lyle is a 19 year military veteran who has been fighting to discover significance his entire life. In 2018, he founded IMPACT Servant Leadership because he realized that true success in life is gained through unlocking the significance in others through Servant Leadership principles teaching that "Leaders lead best when they Serve."    Lyle was a military kid.  His life was dictated to him as he grew.  Then, he joined the military himself and was told what he should like, what he should do, who he should be.     He now realizes how important it is to be who you were designed to be and wants to help others make their own impact.  His goal, help others become great servant leaders.  He gains inspiration from Dan Rockwell, Leadership Freak.   The biggest challenge he’s had to overcome is the same challenge he helps others overcome; selfishness.  Servant leadership requires something that is not innate to humans, selflessness.   He also shares that you should never be afraid to fail and quotes John Maxwell, “Failure is your fuel.”   Learn the Delegation Strategies I’ve shared with THOUSANDS and get your team to do what you need! Grab a copy of my EBook, The Six Simple Steps to Great Delegation DefeatTheDrama.com/DelegationSheet   Kirsten Ross Vogel is an author, podcast host and CEO of Focus Forward Coaching where we help leaders    defeat team drama  to 4X productivity,  wow their customers  and improve their bottom line  with simple, actionable strategies, systems, communication hacks and mindset shifts.

On today's episode, we are excited to welcome an old friend and one of the most well-known leadership bloggers out there, Dan Rockwell, also known as https://leadershipfreak.blog/ (Leadership Freak). During this episode, Dan shares: His journey and motivation to start blogging How you can get started with blogging Tips for being consistent Why consistency is so important to your success His personal and professional highlights https://bit.ly/3bdG1Kp (Click here) for our show notes. Please feel free to send a message to Becky to share your thoughts!

Dan Rockwell created the Leadership Freak blog in 2010, intent on making a difference in the world. Leadership Freak is read in virtually every country on the globe. There are over a 450,000 subscribers to Leadership Freak's social media channels. He is also the co-author of “The Character Based Leader" and has authored several articles for The American Marketing Association, The American Management Association, The Society for Human Resource Management, The Deloitte Leadership Academy, Huffington Post, and many others. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dhts/message

Hope is what we can always use more of, and especially now, right before the election.

A growing number of surveys around the world highlight the continuing erosion of trust in our major institutions. The 2018 Edelman Trust Barometer revealed that only 48% of the U.S. population trusts business as an institution. This crisis in consumer trust affects business brands, one of the biggest factors in consumers’ purchasing decisions: brand trust drives loyalty. Listen to John Hagel leading a conversation with Michelle Holliday and Dan Rockwell on what is really behind consumers’ ability to trust and what makes or breaks trust in a brand or organization.Participants: John Hagelhttps://www.johnhagel.com/Michelle Hollidayhttps://michelleholliday.com/Dan Rockwellhttps://leadershipfreak.blog/

Welcome to intimate, one-on-one conversations with people from various walks of life, as we revisit one of the most iconic and fascinating ideas in history, an idea so strong it can change our world in crisis: Love.Today, we listen to Dan Rockwell, Leadership Consultant and Author of the Leadership Freak blog.The current pandemic has dramatically increased our anxiety, as we’re propelled into an unknown world, without a new narrative to guide us and add meaning to our lives. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S, affecting 40 million adults over the age of 18.When our habits are disrupted, our jobs are disappearing, our relationships are tested, and our truths are questioned, we wonder, what remains? When everything has gone haywire and nothing makes sense anymore, what’s left is love. But, how do we define love after all is gone?Love is more than a feeling that a person has for another person. It’s an intimate relationship between ourselves and the world.So, when that world is breaking apart, what is love, after all?Our Guest:Dan Rockwell is listed in the Top Fifty Leadership and Management Expert and Top 100 Great Leadership Speakers by Inc Magazine and he is the author behind the Leadership Freak blog, which according to the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness, is the most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet.Dan started his career in the nonprofit world and has earned an MBA and undergraduate degrees in Theology, Pastoral Ministry, and Construction and Design.He owned two businesses and served fifteen years as a Workforce Development Consultant for a Penn State University Special Affiliate. In that capacity, he designed courses, hired and mentored instructors, and delivered hundreds of presentations for local, regional, and global organizations.Today, Dan coaches leaders, consults with organizations, and delivers corporate and community presentations.

Many of us write but fail to get the traction we want for our business or brand to thrive. In this episode, Michael Zipursky talks with Dan Rockwell, the author and owner of Leadership Freak, to share with us his success story of building a world-class leadership consulting practice from writing. He talks about his writing process, how he consistently creates content, and how he drives people to view and consume his content. On the other side of it, Dan then shares his view on leadership, coaching, and training, letting us in on what he does to help others become successful.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Consulting Success Community today:consultingsuccess.com

Many of us write but fail to get the traction we want for our business or brand to thrive. In this episode, Michael Zipursky talks with Dan Rockwell, the author and owner of Leadership Freak, to share with us his success story of building a world-class leadership consulting practice from writing. He talks about his writing process, how he consistently creates content, and how he drives people to view and consume his content. On the other side of it, Dan then shares his view on leadership, coaching, and training, letting us in on what he does to help others become successful.   Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Consulting Success Community today: consultingsuccess.com

Many of us write but fail to get the traction we want for our business or brand to thrive. In this episode, Michael Zipursky talks with Dan Rockwell, the author and owner of Leadership Freak, to share with us his success story of building a world-class leadership consulting practice from writing. He talks about his writing process, how he consistently creates content, and how he drives people to view and consume his content. On the other side of it, Dan then shares his view on leadership, coaching, and training, letting us in on what he does to help others become successful.   Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Consulting Success Community today: consultingsuccess.com

Scott and Dan Rockwell talk about all things Leadership.

EP 81: Marketing Amidst a Pandemic with MedZone CEO Joe Freeman In Episode 81 of the Lion’s Share Marketing Podcast, Tyler and Jon continue the COVID-19 conversation with the new stimulus package, including the Payroll Protection Program. They dive deeper into the benefits the program offers in keeping business moving for small businesses, alleviating the stress of budget cuts with a forgivable loan. They encourage marketing leaders to take advantage of the lucrative opportunity these programs present within this current climate. Then Tyler introduces MedZone CEO, Joe Freeman. In their interview, they discuss the elements of brand partnership and innovation that have lead to MedZone's success as well as their strategies in the current climate that have allowed for a smooth pivot. Joe makes important points on the necessity for a company to remain proactive in crisis situations through finding solutions such as adding and innovating products to fit the customers change in lifestyle. To wrap up the episode, Tyler and Jon share a Words of Twisdom quote from Dan Rockwell, encouraging business leaders to take a moment to consider their team and customer/client dedication in the midst of the pandemic. Need help navigating your marketing strategy through these turbulent times? Be sure to head over to Fidelitas Development and drop us a line, or just email us directly at info@lionssharepodcast.com! Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - In the News: The Paycheck Protection Plan 07:03 - Casual Conversation with Joe Freeman 08:38 - Corona Marketing Hypothetical 14:40 - Featured Guest Joe Freeman 18:46 - How Medzone is being Proactive in Today's Turbulent Climate 20:46 - Providing Value to Your Customers 23:52 - COVID-19's Impact on Marketing Strategies 27:21 - Earned Media and PR Strategies During COVID-19 29:36 - Product Innovation at MedZone 33:27 - Market Research Methodology 35:09 - Asking The Right Questions 37:52 - Growing the MedZone Brand 39:21 - Brand Awareness  41:08 - What Joe Looks For When Hiring 44:37 - Key Takeaway 47:41 - Words Of Twisdom 49:33 - Outro Featured Guests | Joe Freeman LinkedIn MedZone What's In the News  SBA Loans - Coronavirus Stimulus Package Cares Act Lion’s Share Marketing Podcast Learn More About Tyler & Jon www.tylersickmeyer.com  Need Marketing Help?  www.FidelitasDevelopment.com Music Intro Music – Colony House – Buy “2:20” on iTunes Outro Music – Skillet – Buy “Lions” on iTunes

To get trust, you have to freely give it. This is a tough concept for many people. It’s the opposite of what we normally think. We think of trust as something to be earned. We’ll trust someone when they give us proof that they can be trusted. But being a leader often means going against conventional thought and reaching out to give when others would grab. Trust is going to be essential during the exceptional circumstance the world finds itself in right now. Leaders will have to trust their people and vice versa. On this Everybody Matters Podcast, Matt Whiat and Sara Hannah of Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute (formerly BW Leadership Institute) had a discussion on the true meaning of trust with Leadership Freak, Dan Rockwell.

Bob Burg is a sought-after speaker at company leadership and sales conferences, sharing the platform with everyone from today’s business leaders and broadcast personalities to even a former U.S. President. Bob is the author of a number of books on sales, marketing, and influence, with total book sales of well over a million copies. His book, The Go-Giver, coauthored with John David Mann, itself has sold over 925,000 copies, and it has been translated into 28 languages. His and John’s newest parable in the Go-Giver Series is The Go-Giver Influencer. Bob is an advocate, supporter, and defender of the Free Enterprise system, believing that the amount of money one makes is directly proportional to how many people they serve. He is also an unapologetic animal fanatic, and is a past member of the Board of Directors of Furry Friends Adoption, Clinic & Ranch in his hometown of Jupiter, Florida. Bob’s interview with TheSchoolHouse302 is a powerful example of how success can be achieved when someone totally focuses on others. He shared his own path to success and why he embraced the Go-Giver mindset. Don’t miss it. Key Thoughts from the Interview: Bob describes a complete mindshift that transforms how we focus on ourselves to focusing on others. The goal: add immense value to other people. Find out what he says about David Marquete’s Turn the Ship Around. When asked about who he listens to for inspiration and growth, he points to Dan Rockwell. We asked what makes Dan’s work so powerful, and Bob simply said that his “thoughts, ideas, wisdom are over the moon.” Listen for more. You’ll want to hear how he focused on self-improvement and the wisdom he gleaned from Benjamin Franklin. He talked about the “mystery of human nature” and how he wants to continue to explore it. His thoughts about being the protege and the mentor are powerful. Lastly, Bob gives sage advice, “shut up and listen more.” He adds that “we think we know, but we really don’t.” Check out the interview and become a Go-Giver. Bob’s interview sets the stage to transform how you lead and live. We hope you enjoy this interview as much as we did! Please follow, like, and comment. Use #onethingseries and #SH302 so that we can find you. For more great leadership content, follow theschoolhouse302.com. Joe & T.J.

Dan Rockwell is one of the world’s most prolific and insightful thinkers on leadership.  He’s a former entrepreneur, consultant, world-renowned speaker and creator of Leadership Freak, a top leadership blog that has 450,000 subscribers around the world.  Named the #1 Most Socially Shared Leadership Blog on the Internet, Leadership Freak features daily wisdom on how leaders can improve, make life better for those around them, and be a positive force in the world. Dan joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to talk about his life as a speaker, leader and writer, and to share how leaders can grow and help others. A big thanks to our episode sponsor The Predictive Index! Every business leader wants to get the right people in the right seats at their company. A leading talent optimization firm, Predictive Index has the tools you need to get the most out of your teams and make sure you have the people you need to build the business you want. You can request a demo of the Predictive Index by going to predictiveindex.com/elevate/.

On this episode of Linch with a Leader, Mike sits down with the "Leadership Freak" Dan Rockwell. Dan has been recognized by Inc Magazine as Top 50 Leadership and Management Expert and Top 100 Leadership Speakers. His blog "Leadership Freak" is the most socially shared leadership blog on the internet according to Center for Management & Organization Effectiveness.Dan has earned both MBA's and undergraduate degrees as well owing two of his own businesses. He currently coaches leaders across the world and consults with organizations and is a sought after communicator as well.Mike talks to Dan about not only his background but also the role that faith has played in his journey!

Dan Rockwell is a social media influencer and entrepreneur.  He is a U.S. Army Veteran and natural professional bodybuilder.

Dan Rockwell- Leadership Freak: Empowering Leaders 300 Words at a Time I'm Dan Rockwell and I'm freakishly interested in leadership. In 2014 I made my first appearance on the Inc. list of Top Fifty Leadership and Management Experts. Currently, I coach leaders, consult with organizations, and deliver corporate and community presentations. Leadership Freak blog began in January of 2010. I started writing because I felt a deep need to share the leadership lessons I was learning. Although I started leading at a young age, the last ten years of studying leadership changed my life.

Dan Rockwell's blog has been listed as the #1 most shared leadership blog in the world. His posts are less than 250 words but his insights are highly concentrated and filled with gold. In this podcast Dan and I explore some of the most important leadership lessons that he's learned over the past 12 years since he started the blog. 

38: Interview with Dan Rockwell, Part Two. National presenter and consultant Rory Rowland continues his dialogue with Dan Rockwell, The Leadership Freak, to discuss how to stand up with people when they screw up. Learn more at https://leadershipfreak.blog/.

37: Interview with Dan Rockwell, Part One. National presenter and consultant Rory Rowland speaks with Dan Rockwell, The Leadership Freak, about tells us about how coaching can empower leadership through an organization. Learn more at https://leadershipfreak.blog/.

I found Dan Rockwell's blog Leadership Freak (www.leadershipfreak.blog) through The Marshall Memo.  And now I'm hooked. His short but powerful blog posts have become part of my daily routine.  During this conversation, Dan and I talk about the origin of the blog and his ongoing work with leaders through workshops, seminars, and individual coaching sessions.  Here are a couple of notes from his website just to reinforce what a big deal he is:   Inc Magazine Top Fifty Leadership and Management Expert and Top 100 Great Leadership Speakers. American Management Association Top 30 Leader in Business of 2014. According to the Center for Management and Organization Effectiveness, the Leadership Freak blog is the most socially shared leadership blog on the Internet.   We go deep on some big leadership concepts, and we get granular with very practical strategies for being a better leader.  I loved this time with Dan, and I made him promise me a part 2.   You can reach Dan through his blog (www.leadershipfreak.blog) or by Google searching “leadership freak.”   Send your comments, questions, and show ideas to mike@schoolleadershipshow.com.  Consider rating the podcast in itunes and leaving a comment.  And please pass the show along to your colleagues. If you or someone you know would like to sponsor the show, send me an email at mike@schoolleadershipshow.com.  

Saturday, April 28, 2018 Blog #44 Education Leadership and Beyond with Guest Dan Rockwell Education Leadership and Beyond: Surviving & Thriving with Andrew Marotta This weeks sponsor: The Coaching & Leadership Journal edited by Dan Spainhour: order your 12 month subscription today with a 20% discount for Ed Leadership & Beyond listeners: use code ELB20 . Podcast #44: Do your job with Guest Dan Rockwell. In this weeks episode, we meet Dan Rockwell. Dan is a star in the field of leadership and is doing great things with his blog, The Leadership Freak. Dan has been an inspiration to me personally because of the content of his blogs as well as the way he writes. His writings are straight-forward, pertinent topics, and just seem to hit home with me with where I am in my life. After I interviewed him, I felt more of a connection. Enjoy the show Podcast #44 with Dan Rockwell: Do Your Job This week’s content came from Dan’s March 3rd blog entitled Do your job. We wrote about the book by David Halberstam entitled The Education of a Coach. As leaders, Dan gives three tips that we can do not only to better do our jobs, yet support our colleagues and those who follow. I found these three tips simple yet practice and purposeful: #1: Do the work: Don’t just show the way, get your hands dirty and do the work too. In terms of being a Principal, I don’t just talk about teaching with engagement, I try to model it in my meetings and activities with my staff. I also try to get my hands dirty--help clean up a spill, pick up garbage while walking the building, or even cover a class. No job is too big or small--Do The Work! #2: Support others while they work: Challenge and cheer Dan writes. I've struggled at times trying to motivate other...trying to make them the best they can be and it has backfired. People have gotten angry at me stating that I made them feel that they were doing a poor job. I really like this concept: challenge and cheer! #3: Remove the obstacles: Lastly, as a leader, Dan shares about removing the obstacles for others. Think about how many people give you an excuse of why they did NOT do something. They gave you the reasons why not? Remove the obstacles, discuss the reasons why and get others to Do Their Jobs! Dan's work can be found here: The Leadership Freak Enjoy the podcast. Order your copy of The Principal: Surviving and Thriving today! Quote: Not all readers are leaders, yet all leaders are readers. Harry S. Truman Book Recommendation: The Education of a Coach by David Halberstam. Next week's guest is psychologist and author from the College of St. Rose Dr. Stephen "Bird" Birchak LOOKING TO BOOK ANDREW FOR YOUR NEXT ADMINISTRATIVE RETREAT? Contact us at andrewmarottallc@gmail.com. Go out and change the world for the better. Andrew Marotta andrewmarotta.com andrewmarottallc@gmail.com twitter: @andrewmarotta21 Check out my book: The Principal: Surviving and Thriving 125 Points of Wisdom, Practical Tips, and Relatable Stories for All Leaders. Found on andrewmarotta.com, amazon, and all online retailers. For bulk orders, email survivethriveorders@gmail.com Now available in kindle edition. Audible edition also available.

After a one year layoff, the 7 Minute Leadership podcast returns. Join the host as he shares some business insight into this past year and some of the challenges he had to face within his company to keep the ship from sinking.Facebook: Paul Falavolito PodcastTwitter: Paul Falavolito Podcastwww.paulfalavolitopodcast.comListen on iTunes & google playIf you enjoyed this episode, be sure and leave a “Star” rating and a comment on iTunes. podcast@paulfalavolito.comReference for this episode: Dan Rockwell - https://leadershipfreak.blog

Dan Rockwell is CEO and co-founder of Big Kitty Labs, a rapid prototyping digital agency based in Columbus, Ohio. The company was founded in 2009 after a series of events that led him to realize that building things should be easier, and that prototypes provide a ready foundation. Building Big Kitty was an act largely for himself and his partner Tushar Kulkarni to invent concepts, play with technologies and do everything that most people weren't doing - building things fast. Big Kitty serves startups in the region looking for rapid innovation. Previously, Dan worked as program manager of the Software Prototyping Center at The Ohio State University's Technology Commercialization Office. There he helped take numerous university ideas to market, launching several startups. Dan is an advocate for the innovation scene in Columbus. He helped form many tech-related events such as Ignite Columbus, Wakeup Startup, and is a speaker for Startup Weekend and Give Back Hack across the state. He's known for his loud laughs, ample mentoring time, futuristic thinking and belief that anyone can change what happens next. Key Topics: how rapid prototyping can help manufacturers, how to get a product to market faster, how to make the leap into digital.

This episode includes a Big Kitty and an Oracle of Omaha! Thanks to Matt Neff of EntreNeato who co-hosted and provided the audio equipment. Check out their podcast too!   Matt Helt is the Director of Startup Week at Techstars. In this role, Matt works with organizing teams all around the world to host Startup … Continue reading "Startup Week part 2 Matt Helt & Dan Rockwell – Episode 16"

Matt from Entreneato and Daniel from Entreprenerds interview Dan Rockwell from Big Kitty Labs! Dan is a startup-launching engine that keeps big kitty purring by applying his passion for helping businesses leverage their technology to provide a superior experience for their customers. He is a regular speaker and mentor at Startup Weekend Columbus, hosts and organizes the monthly Wakeup Startup series, and fuels innovation at The Ohio State University. This was recorded at The Vue in Columbus during Columbus Start Up Week! Thanks to everyone who made it possible and allowed us to record there! We’d love to find ways we can serve you better! Go to entreneato.com to hear archived episodes, connect with us on social media you can also fill out our contact form to submit comments and questions. Thank you! We are also pumped to be teaming up with Audible! Go to audibletrial.com/entreneato and sign up to get your FREE Audiobook and a 30 Day FREE Trial! No hassles and no gimmicks!  If you would like to support the show you can send a one time gift or become a monthly supporter by visiting our Patreon Page.

Leadership, Performance, Business, Relationships, Culture   Summary   Does honesty need to be … BRUTAL? We'll look at that in our Thought of the Day. And in our interview segment: while leadership conversations regarding the performance of your team members can often be difficult, Dan Rockwell provides us with some terrific conversation starters that are positive, affirming, and VERY powerful. That and more on today's show.   Bob's Thought of the Day   You'll discover:   Some food for thought: Being “brutally honest” is more often than not more about the person speaking than about the person they are speaking to. A reminder that we can usually be honest in such a way that it effectively communicates the point while still allowing the other person to feel good about themselves. A powerful quote from my friend, People Skills Authority and Coach, Kate Nasser: “Civility doesn't weaken your message; it helps others to hear and embrace it.” Interview with Dan Rockwell   You'll discover:   The value of creating a culture where performance conversations are normal, natural, and frequent. That you should have three positive performance conversations for every negative one. Why to keep away from the “feedback sandwich.”   7 powerful performance conversation starters: #1. Evaluate processes or systems.   What's running smoothly? Where are you solving the same problem over and over? #2. Discuss results. What have you achieved that makes you proud? What could have been better? #3. Analyze decisions.   What decisions didn't happen that caused disappointing results? What decisions preceded good results? #4. Explore relationships.   Where are the pockets of positive energy in your area? Where is the negative energy? #5. Look for Fulfillment.   What brings you satisfaction at work? Where are you disappointed with yourself? What's frustrating? What does that say about you?   #6. Investigate development.   What skills are you improving? What skills would you like to improve? #7. Uncover learning – provide time for reflection. What are you learning about your role? What are you learning about yourself? What are you learning about your team? Invitations: Seek lots of feedback if you expect to give lots of feedback. Invite people to evaluate your performance.   Don't ask, “How am I doing?” That's useless. Declare intention. “I'm working on building positive energy on the team.” Ask for specific feedback. “What do you see me doing that builds positive energy? Drains it?” Be thankful. Explore behaviors that better express your intentions. “What suggestions might you have?”   Click to Tweet   If you want to be great at giving #feedback, be great at seeking feedback. @Leadershipfrak Learn how to create a culture where #performance conversations are normal and natural. @Leadershipfreak Need to have better conversations about #performance at work? @Leadershipfreak shows you how on this episode.   Interview Links   Leadership Freak Blog  To access Dan's coaching programs, email him directly at dan@leadershipfreak.com.Follow Dan on TwitterConnect with Dan at the Leadership Coffee Shop on Facebook Resources   Sell The Go-Giver Way Webinar GoGiverSalesAcademy.com The Go-Giver Leader TheGoGiver.com GoGiverSpeaker.com Burg.com How to Post a Review

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This week we’re joined by Chris Lema. Chris is a Product Strategist, a people manager, a speaker, and a blogger. He also works with companies to help them build better software products, run better software development teams, improve their marketing messages, and bring their products to market. Rainmaker.FM is Brought to You By Discover why 201,344 website owners trust StudioPress, the industry standard for premium WordPress themes and plugins. Launch your new site today! In this episode Brian Gardner, Lauren Mancke, and Chris Lema discuss: Aligning your work with your areas of expertise Making a course correction in your career Defining leadership by difficult decisions Leveraging WordPress in your business Leadership that requires a move beyond good Taking the leap to achieving success Being sold on yourself to become the leader you were meant to be Listen to StudioPress FM below ... Download MP3Subscribe by RSSSubscribe in iTunes The Show Notes Follow Chris on Twitter Visit ChrisLema.com Chris’ Online Courses Chris’ Books and Products Beyond Good CaboPress The Transcript How to Be a Great Community Leader, with Chris Lema Voiceover: Rainmaker.FM. StudioPress FM is designed to help creative entrepreneurs build the foundation of a powerful digital business. Tune in weekly as StudioPress founder Brian Gardner and VP of StudioPress Lauren Mancke share their expertise on web design, strategy, and building an online platform. Lauren Mancke: On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Chris Lema to discuss how to be a good and effective community leader. Brian Gardner: Hey, everyone. Welcome to StudioPress FM. I am your host, Brian Gardner, and I’m joined, as always, with the vice president of StudioPress, Lauren Mancke. Lauren Mancke: Hello, everyone. Thanks for joining us this week. We are continuing our series on talking to members of the WordPress community. Brian Gardner: Now, when we refer to them as ‘members,’ we also refer to them as ‘experts’ because, in fact, these people are. I’m very happy today. We are joined by Chris Lema. Chris is a product strategist, people manager, a speaker, and a blogger. He also works with companies to help them build better software products, run better software development teams, improve their marketing messages, and bring their products to market. Chris, it’s a huge pleasure to have you on the show. Welcome. Chris Lema: Thanks for having me. I’m excited to be here. Brian Gardner: You’re one of those guys who I knew for a fact, even back when we were first talking about StudioPress FM, I said, “We have to have Chris on the show.” It was just a matter of trying to figure out what topic in particular. There’s probably about 10 that I could’ve approached you with. I’m glad that you decided to talk to us. We are talking about leadership and how to be a good and effective community leader. We oversee a pretty big community ourselves in our little world here at StudioPress. We are close to 200,000 strong. A lot of them are active in the community as developers, designers, and users. I thought it would be a great fit to have you on the show, so let’s kick this off. I know you’re a humble guy, right? From what I’ve seen on your website and the experiences I’ve personally had with you, you don’t love to talk about yourself. In fact, we had an email exchange just over the weekend, and you made a joke and said, “Oh, gosh. This is all about me.” I know you were sort of kidding. This is our interview and our show, so I’m calling the shots here. Give us the skinny on who you are, what you do, and how you came about. The Skinny on Chris Chris Lema: I am a guy who’s had the privilege of doing, roughly speaking, the same thing for more than 20 years. If you are a travel agent or a photographer and your world got pulled out from under you, through no fault of your own, because technology changed, then that’s a bummer, right? For me, I started working with the web in ’94 and started building applications, websites that were functional verses just kind of brochure-ware, back then. That has taken off, and we’ve changed the name of what those applications are from ASP to SaaS. That has also gone up and to the right. I’m a guy who’s just been in a really lucky place where there’s been just tremendous growth, and I’ve been given the opportunity to build software, lead people, and do that for a whole bunch of years. In the midst of that, about 10 years ago, 11 years ago, I started working with WordPress and about five and a half years ago started trying to get involved in the community. Lauren Mancke: On the front page of your website you have a section that says, “I speak. I coach. I write.” Such a simple, great breakdown. Which of those, though, is your favorite and why? Also, touch on which one of those is maybe your least favorite. Public Speaking vs. Writing Chris Lema: My favorite is public speaking. When I get to stand on a stage, when I get to speak and tell stories, and watch people engage, watch the aha moment when they realize you’re telling a story, but the story has a point — “I’m trying to predict what the point is. Then I’m trying to figure out how it relates to me, and then, aha, now I saw it. I get it, and this means so many things for me” — that’s my all-time favorite. Probably the hardest one for me is writing. When I first started writing, it was hard to figure out how to use my everyday voice and my storytelling voice in writing. I felt like, “Okay, I am not a writer,” and so you’d sit down to write and feel like, “Okay. That’s probably not the right words, or that’s not the right sentence structure.” Writing is harder. Public speaking is a lot easier for me. I love doing it. Thankfully, I get the opportunity to do it. It’s a lot of fun. Brian Gardner: Now, it’s funny and, Lauren, I think you can probably side with me on this one. You know where I’m going with this one. It’s funny, Chris, to hear you say, “I love public speaking. It comes easy to me. I enjoy that, but the writing thing … ” As a person who much prefers to write over public speak, and I’m sure Lauren’s the same way, it’s interesting. It shows two different types of minds, skillsets, and all of that. In my mind, I’m thinking to myself, “Oh, my gosh. You put me on stage. I’m going to freeze,” but I can control the mood, control what I say and how I say it when I write. I can prepare it all ahead of time, and then I can kind of caress it. Yes, I don’t get the aha moment, necessarily, that you might get, and there are people like you who I have envy for, sure, who can go up on stage and speak. Jerod Morris from our company is another one of those guys where I just want to walk out of the room when I see him talk. It’s funny because I’m sure Lauren and I resonate. I’m sure others resonate as well with that. It’s just interesting to hear you say that. Chris Lema: Well, part of it is I’m just very comfortable adjusting and connecting as I’m speaking. I’m doing this constant calculus of where to take it, how far to go — do I veer off course or not — based on the feedback I’m getting from an audience, or at least the first set of rows of an audience. In writing, that feedback is only in your head. There’s no one reading it as you’re writing and giving you the, “Yeah. I’m with you,” or, “I think you lost me,” or, “Go deeper into that.” It’s harder for me to do that. Brian Gardner: Well, different strokes for different folks, right? We’re all wired differently. If we were all writers and no one could speak, we’d live in a pretty bad world. All right. Speaking of speaking — ha-ha, pun intended — I think of you as a guy who’s all over the place all the time. About five years ago, there was this movie that came out. My wife dragged me to it. It was with Sarah Jessica Parker. I think it was called something like I Don’t Know How She Does it. It was about this mom who had a job, kids, and all of these responsibilities. She was everywhere, all over the place. It was fine. We got through the movie and all that, but it makes me think of you. Before we go any further, I have to just ask, Chris. As a person who writes, speaks, blogs, coaches, and travels almost as much as Brian and Jennifer Bourn seem to, although they’re more local, but you fly everywhere, man. How do you do it? How do you do all the things that you do? — and you do them well. You’re always traveling, whether it be at conferences, vacations with your family, or combinations of the two. You’re blogging. You’re teaching. You’re consulting. You’re everywhere. How do you do it? Aligning Your Work with Your Areas of Expertise Chris Lema: I think it goes back to I try and do a few things, and then do them more often than not and try and leverage the benefit of them a lot. Let me explain what I’m talking about. I gave a talk this last week in Fargo, North Dakota, but the talk that I gave to a group, the Association of Advertising, that talk I gave had a lot of material that is going into a new book. I’m re-purposing both bits of that, but it comes out of having spent three years consulting and coaching people on some of the same material. I think part of the issue is because I don’t have to change what I do over and over again. Because my industry, what I do, and the way I work is consistent and constant, I get the benefit of being able to just leverage a lot of what I’m doing in a lot of different ways. If I had to come up with brand-new research for every talk I was giving, brand-new research for every post I was writing, and brand-new research for every bit of coaching or consulting I was doing, it would blow up the amount of work I had to do. I try and keep everything … maybe the word we’re talking about here is ‘alignment.’ By keeping strong alignment around two or three areas that I focus on, I get to benefit from that when I go to do all the different stuff I’m doing. Brian Gardner: That’s interesting. You’re speaking to something that we talk about a lot on the blog at Copyblogger and us as a company at Rainmaker Digital, which is re-purposing content — whether it be taking podcast interviews and re-purposing that into blog posts or, in your case, experience with consulting and then taking that and putting it into blog posts, but maybe extracting some of that and using that in keynote speeches and stuff like that. From a content standpoint, re-purposing would be the way that you move efficiently, right? Is that what you’re saying? Chris Lema: Yup. Brian Gardner: Interesting. Lauren Mancke: Yeah. That sounds really smart. Let’s talk a little bit about WordPress specifically. You touched on it a little bit earlier. Let’s talk about how it pertains to you and what you’re doing. How did you get involved with WordPress, and where do you see your current role in the community? Making a Course Correction in Your Career Chris Lema: I started using the product 11 years ago. It was mostly to save work. In those days, either you were using pure HTML or … I was playing with both websites that were pure HTML and others that were CMSs like PHP-Nuke or other solutions. The whole point was to try and give a website to a client and let them manage their content without calling you back — again, to make your life far more efficient and aligned. I chanced upon WordPress one weekend, and that changed it up for me. I just started doing everything with WordPress. I was coaching a lot of startups in the time. Mostly, I was doing product strategy, but every now and then startups would need a website. I would help them get that site up, so WordPress was really great. About five and a half years ago, we moved from Northern California in Silicon Valley. We moved to San Diego, and I had no coaching clients down here. I had no consulting gigs down here. I had no places that asked me to speak because I was a non-known entity down here. I said, “Oh. Why don’t I blog?” I thought, “What would I blog about?” It took a couple weeks and months to figure out. I said, “You know what? Maybe I can help in the WordPress space, but with something different.” I’m constantly someone who says, “Try and take a corner that isn’t congested and doesn’t have someone taking it because it’s a lot easier to take that corner than if you’re writing the same posts that 40 other people are writing.” For me, the business side of WordPress was an easy corner to take. Other than Bill Erickson giving a talk here or there, which always was fantastic and phenomenal, nobody else was really talking about the business side. I said, “Well, I have a lot of business expertise in the software space. Maybe I can help there.” I started writing about that and started writing about some of the more complex notions of WordPress that people weren’t spending a lot of time on. It blossomed from there. Brian Gardner: It’s funny you say that ¬– there weren’t a lot of people writing about business and WordPress. From my perspective, there’s probably a degree of fear, fear of, “I don’t want to share my secrets,” the trade secrets that brought me from a guy sitting at a desk job to making six figures a month in selling WordPress themes. There’s a lot of business expertise I could have shared, but of course, there’s a part of me that was like, “Why would I want to share that?” As un-open source as that might seem, that’s just the reality of it. It’s nice to see that you come in at it from the perspective of a guy with business knowledge and bringing it to the WordPress community — rather than just someone who’s talking about their success within WordPress. What took you so long, though? You said that you started WordPress 10 or 11 years ago, but you only got into the community five or six years. What happened in that first five or six years, and then what changed? What made you decide now it’s time to jump in and really just become ultimately what you are now, which is a leader? Chris Lema: I don’t ever really predict where it’s going to end up. I want to be clear about that. A lot of people I think try and be the next ______, the next Brian Gardner, the next Brian Clark, the next whoever — whatever name you put in there. You’re like, “I want to be the next Carrie Dils.” You’re like, “Hold on, I can’t be those things. I can be me.” I think part of the transition was figuring out what I knew, what I liked, what I felt like I could give, and what was comfortable and easy in that context. Part of it was moving to a new place, not knowing anyone, and saying, “I’m going to have to resort to a different skill,” which is writing versus public speaking. Part of it was saying, “I have a prediction about this WordPress thing. I have a feeling that, over the course of time, marketing companies will stop wanting to use their IT departments and want to do it themselves. I think I found a tool that they will like, but as they do that big companies will start using WordPress. Currently, the ecosystem that’s here is not mature enough to understand how to work with big companies, but I have that background. Maybe I can help them start thinking through what they’re doing and also in the long run help WordPress grow into something that can be adopted and worked with in the enterprise level. That’s where I bring some value.” I think it’s a lot of those things coming together and saying, “All right. Let’s give this a shot.” You take little risks, you invest in little bits, and then you see, “Am I getting any positive feedback?” The feedback takes a little while. Then, over time, it starts building on. Then you go, “Oh. Hey, look. It’s all working out.” Defining Leadership by Difficult Decisions Brian Gardner: That’s great perspective. I like that, a lot actually. That’s really good food for thought, even for me, just moving forward in what I want to continue to do and thinking about just the legacy I want to leave and so forth. So a few years ago, you were invited by the folks and some of your friends over at Crowd Favorite, a big WordPress company, to serve on their board of directors. Not even two years later — I think it was, what, 19 months I think your bog post said — 19 months later you stepped down. In your words, you said, “I love WordPress. Nothing about that is changing. I love all of my friends at Crowd Favorite. That’s not changing either, but professionally, it’s time to make a course correction.” Interesting phrase that you used there. I think a good leader really shines when he or she has to make a difficult decision. It’s easy to be a leader when things are going great, but when it’s time to say, “We have to shift, to adjust, or what not,” and to then have to communicate that to the people who are in your world at that point, and that was a difficult decision for you. That I know. With so many people looking up to you in the community and the risk of letting some of them down, walk us through the decision and how you made that. It just seems like it would have been easier to just stay on. You disrupted your life and, in a way, probably much more beneficially than I can imagine, by making the decision, but I think it’s just helpful to know, hey, what do people think of when they make these bigger decisions? Chris Lema: I had been on the board for about a year before I joined the company. I joined the company for about 18 months, a year and a half, 19 months, I think. Then it was time to go. It was probably two or three months before that where several different things came to a head. When I first joined Crowd Favorite, one of the things we talked about was, “Let’s clean this up and tighten it up, and get it really running full steam ahead,” which is the stuff that I know how to do professionally. The blogging and those things are all nice. They’ve been on the side. My day job has been managing software engineers. They’re like, “Come in. Let’s clean this up and tighten it up. Then we can look at building a product side.” My background is in products, not in services, not consulting. I’ve worked with and helped lead consulting organizations, but only in the context that they are consultants for our product. I’m a product guy. I went in, and I started doing it. The first six months, we did a lot of stuff. At the 12-month mark, we had a lot more done, and everything was going really well. Somewhere after that, we were more shifting into what I call for my life ‘maintenance mode,’ where you’re just keeping things running. That’s not really my style. I’m not that guy, and it was a service company. I didn’t wake up in the morning going, “Oh, my god. This is going to be amazing because I’m building a product.” It was, “Okay. Let’s lead these people well.” I think there was a part of me that was itching. But I’ll be honest. Maybe there are other folks like me. After 10 months of doing anything, I get an itch. Like, “Oh. I should go do something else.” I’ve had to develop the discipline to not jump when that itch comes because staying power teaches you something else about yourself. It helps you go deeper in certain areas that you wouldn’t if you just keep jumping. I recognize, “Oh, yeah. It’s a little after 12, 13 months. I’m getting a little itch, but you know what? That’s not something we act on, and just focus in, get some stuff done, and lead well.” On top of that, we get to this point where my wife had some emergency surgery. It was very scary. I sat there I’m a kind of person who can think in a lot of different directions and then think through what happens after that and what happens after that. But in this particular case, as she went into surgery, I couldn’t think past the next step. Like, “What happens if this doesn’t work out?” I fell asleep. It was four or five in the morning, and I fell asleep. By seven, they were waking me up and telling me she was okay, which was great news, but I was sitting in the spot where I went, “What am I … ?” I think everyone goes through that. You go through some hard part, and then you go, “What am I doing in life? Am I just sitting in a mode where I’m just doing all the same routine without focus, without drive, without energy, and without alignment to the rest of my life?” We sat down. We talked about it a little. She’s like, “Well, don’t make any rash decisions,” because we were literally right at January one. She’s like, “Don’t make any rash decisions.” I said, “No. I’m going to just work this through.” It took a little bit of time. Then, finally, in April I said, “Okay. It really is time to move on.” Part of the lesson out of that is you should always be willing to sit, even when you get fidgety, for a little bit because you don’t know what is there for you to grow and develop by not jumping every time something doesn’t work out or something is a little boring. When hard times come, I think it’s important to figure out what’s really important. I think ultimately even when you know you’re going to make a decision, timing is critical. If you just bolt and you just walk out I could have left a lot of damage at Crowd Favorite by stepping out at the wrong time. You wait a few months. You try and get some things in place. You try and make sure that when you leave it will be better than when you got there and that you leave in a way that leaves that community whole, leaves that company fine, and allows you to step out. I did all that and have spent the last several months doing some consulting and other things, but hoping to hold off making the next major choice through the rest of this year. Then in 2017, you start looking at, “Okay, what’s the next big thing?” Lauren Mancke: Anyone who’s heard you speak knows you’re a leader. You just have that way about you. You’ve got that power to compel people to follow you. Have you always felt this? Have you always felt that you were a leader? When you were younger, did you know it? Are there any examples of when you were a kid maybe where you led or you had an instance where you took the reins? Maybe not. Maybe it was when you were older. At what point in your life did you realize you had this gift? Chris Lema: I was horrible in junior high — like you’d try out for ASB. You run a campaign, and I lost, badly. I don’t even think I was trying for VP or president. I was I think maybe for treasurer. There was definitely not one of those things where you realize at a young age, “I’m a leader.” You’re like, “I suck.” Part of that was, I think, the way I thought about leadership. I thought about it as an important title that makes you important, and that is not leadership at all. It wasn’t until probably in the middle of high school, as I started learning to serve and take care of others, that I felt like, “Okay. The leadership is happening without me wanting it. It’s happening because I’m developing trust and rapport with people who want my say — but it’s because I’m in their corner.” I leaned into that in college and spent a lot of time figuring out what kind of leader and how I led. By that point in college, it was a really clear juxtaposition when you see someone who’s leading for the title versus someone who’s leading for the impact. Those two people look different. They act different. For me, I think it was somewhere around being 20 and middle of college. I felt like, “Okay. I have a couple tools in my tool belt. I can align both public speaking with some one-on-one coaching, with some professional empathy, with a vision, being able to see for other people where they could go, see what’s best for them, or see things in them that was there, but they weren’t willing to own or accept themselves simply out of insecurity.” So I lean into it, and I’ve leaned into it ever since. I actually have a master’s degree in leadership because I, in the middle of working at Emphasis, I was a little bored. Instead of jumping ship I said, “I think I want to go back and study.” The company said, “Hey, we’ll pay for your masters if you stick around longer.” I said, “Okay.” I went back and studied even more about leadership. Brian Gardner: There you go. Chris Lema definitely has the right to say he’s a leader. He’s got the master’s degree in leadership, so we certainly chose the right person to have on the show. Okay. We’ve talked about you and your experience in the business world. We’ve talked about you and your experience in WordPress a little bit. As we all know, there’s many types of leaders all over the place. Let’s talk about WordPress specifically. Who would you consider to be some of the best leaders in the WordPress community? I’m not talking specifically about financially successful and things like that, but just things that you’ve seen people do either that you resonate with or you do that, “Yes. I’m so glad they did that,” type of thing.” Give us a few names and maybe just a sentence or two on why you think each of those people are demonstrations of a good leader. Good Leadership Exemplified Chris Lema: Sure. Steve Zehngut is a friend of mine down here in Orange County. He runs a company called Zeek. They do a bunch of WordPress and mobile stuff. He started a meetup so that he could build this community of WordPress people. Then he started showing other people how he did it and giving them the opportunity to use his physical space for their own meetups. I think Steve’s meetup has birthed something like 12 other meetups in the whole area. They all start by using his space, and then they eventually branch out into other spaces. That is a leader — someone who says, “I can have an impact here. Let me help out. Let me help other people. Then let me give them the space to grow into themselves.” I think he’s a fantastic example. Jennifer Bourn is a good friend of mine who is up in Sacramento. Her ability to connect and help people around branding in the WordPress ecosystem is fantastic. Where most people get up and they do a talk at a conference, and they rattle off stories, like I do — rattle off stories, have a main point, get off stage. You go, “Hey, that was entertaining.” Jennifer shows up with a whole packet of worksheets, hands it to you, and walks you through how to get yourself better. Anyone who’s committing their time, without necessarily getting paid, to help you be a better you, they’re my idol. I think they’re fantastic. Another guy, Jason Cohen, is the CTO over at WP Engine. He’s a guy that is consistently helping people think better about what they’re doing. He does that at work. He does that in WP Engine, but he does that outside of it. You hang out and talk with him, and every conversation I walk away with something additional. All of these people are leading in a way that helps the other people they interact with get better. Some people do it through writing, obviously. You guys know Brian Clark. These are some of the people that I’ve invited to my own conference that I run for WordPress businesses, products, and service companies, an event called CaboPress. I go to these leaders, and I say, “Come join me in Cabo and have these discussions with other people who want to get better.” They say, “Yes.” Those are the people that I look up to and say, “These are great people. I want to hang out with them.” Being Sold on Yourself to Become the Leader You Were Meant to Be Brian Gardner: I’m going to jump ahead to the question I had for you a little bit further on because it piggy backs on exactly what you were just talking about. When I go to your website, the first thing I see at the top of it is a quote or a testimonial. It says, “Chris Lema doesn’t sell you on himself. He sells you on yourself.” Now, basically everything you’ve said up to this point on our interview — talking about leadership by serving, leadership by example, and leadership in the form of putting the emphasis on teaching people, enabling people, all of that other stuff. Your form of leadership, which I really, really love and appreciate, is not about building yourself up, but building others up, and maybe, as a byproduct of that, that helps with your brand and all that kind of stuff. I actually remember our conversation. We sat down and had breakfast last summer in Denver. I wanted to pick your brain about some things. I came away from that conversation almost feeling selfish and saying, “Man, this was all about me.” Then I realized, to some degree, that was what you wanted that conversation to be about, right? It’s not about Chris. It’s about those that he’s with. Just speak to that just in general. My guess is that you do the same sort of thing when you lead your family. It’s always about your wife, your kids, or stuff like that. Is that just who you are? Chris Lema: I think it’s who I’m trying to be. I think that quote on my website is as much to center and ground me as it is to share that with others. I really appreciate Mika’s statement. I wasn’t even in the room when she shared it in Chicago several years ago, but I got all the Tweets and heard about it. I went, “That is amazing and wonderful. I’m going to cherish that.” At the core of it, I think you need to constantly ground yourself — especially if you’re getting any level of popularity. At least for me, I have consistently tried to take action that says, “Remind yourself that you put your pants on the same way every day.” When Silicon Valley was getting hot, startups were growing, and I was selling companies, I moved out to the East Bay to say, “I’m going to live in a normal town with normal people, drive a normal car, so that I am grounded in the fact that I don’t need the very next thing.” The same thing happens to the WordPress community. I think it’s a tactic, a habit I use to say, “You stay grounded by remembering that you’re here to help other people, not just to aggrandize yourself,” but I think what I’ve discovered over the years is, it works. When you focus on someone else and you help them get better, especially if what’s holding them back is just insecurity. It’s not a certain skillset they’re missing. It’s not something they can’t do anything about. It’s really just the fact that they are insecure — and so many of us walk around with that insecurity that holds people back — and you just go, “Let me just break that open for you a little bit. Let me just show you that, no, you actually have what you need. You can take this next step,” or, “Let me show you a step you didn’t know you could take and take it.” I think it ends up being incredibly helpful. The phrase that runs in my head all the time is “comfort, come alongside.” Leading for me is, how do you come alongside someone in their journey — not the journey you have for them, but the journey they have for themselves? Then how do you comfort them when they have the insecurity to encourage them to take next steps? Most of us, we have a special puzzle piece in our pocket, and we think, “Yeah. I found this puzzle piece. This is mine,” and we stick it in our pocket. You’re like, “No, no, no. The piece has to go on the broad. That’s what makes it awesome is when the whole picture comes together.” That’s what I spend my time doing. Lauren Mancke: Speaking of helping others, let’s talk a little bit more about your website, ChrisLema.com. You’ve got a tagline on there, “Helping businesses leverage WordPress, and helping WordPress businesses find leverage.” How are you writing on your blog to successfully do that? What else would you write about that also helps with this? Leveraging WordPress in Your Business Chris Lema: Part of the thing is I bring companies to WordPress. Companies that are like, “I don’t know if WordPress can do this,” I write posts that say, “WordPress can. You can use WordPress to do these things you want to do.” That’s bringing small businesses and big businesses who are trying to figure out, “Can this really work this way?” Then, I work with WordPress companies, products and service companies to help them with their marketing and to get their message out better. Often, I am writing posts about them and redirecting some sunlight to them, or I am highlighting what they’re doing in a way that causes people to go, “Oh, that’s interesting.” Then, of course, consulting and coaching is to help them with their segmentation, their marketing strategy, their communication, and all that kind of stuff. The blog is a key part of it, so yes, I think it’s successful in doing what I want it to do. I think just so I don’t get bored, I write about a couple other things here and there. There are some posts on public speaking. There’s a couple other posts in there that are personal, but predominantly, that blog is about WordPress and that attempt to help different groups of people connect to it on the site. Lauren Mancke: Speaking of connecting people, what is your favorite part of leading and community building? Leadership That Requires a Move Beyond Good Chris Lema: I think my all-time favorite part is shining a light on someone that you didn’t know or a product that you had never heard of, a company that you weren’t aware of, and what they’re doing and how they’re doing it. When I get to do that and when it works, it’s a wonderful component and incredibly exciting for me to see the result when that happens. It doesn’t always happen, but if I can say, “Hey, check out this company. Look what they’re doing, or look at what they just released in a product.” Then they contact me a couple weeks later and they go, “Oh my god. You don’t even know what just happened over here,” I’m like, “That’s awesome.” That’s my favorite part. Brian Gardner: All right. ChrisLema.com is all about WordPress and business. Just recently you just launched a blog called Beyond Good. It’s on one of our themes, which of course we’re thankful that you’re using. You use that one specifically to teach about leadership and how you can encourage folks and teach them how to take their leadership to a new level. You say, “Leadership is hard. Most of the time we settle for good enough. Leading people requires more, requires that we move beyond good.” That reminds me a lot about the book Jim Collins wrote called Good to Great, where he writes about why some companies make the leap and others don’t. What do you think stands in the way — whether it be individuals as entrepreneurs, small businesses, or even bigger businesses — from taking the leap to achieving that success from good to great? Taking the Leap to Achieving Success Chris Lema: Insecurity. Insecurity I think everything boils down to. When a person doesn’t have the courage to take a step that is different than what they’ve done before, when a company doesn’t have the courage to hire someone that is different than what they’ve hired before — whatever it is that they’re doing — and they don’t have the temerity or the courage to step into it, more often than not, when you dig into, it’s not the numbers. It’s not the prediction. It is insecurity. It is a fear of, “What if I do this wrong? What if this turns out wrong? What will other people think of me?” A lot of what holds people back is that insecurity. I spend a lot of time personally, one-on-one, doing the work of trying to mitigate that. Now, that said, there’s a lot of little reasons why companies just don’t lead well, that it’s just because they don’t know better. The blog tries to solve that problem. I can’t really solve insecurity just on a blog. When I’m coaching, I will work that through, but when I’m writing, I’m mostly trying to give some of the other tips, the other ways to think about things, the other questions to answer on the blog Beyond Good. Lauren Mancke: Let’s get into a little bit of recommendations. Do you have any favorite blogs or books that you can recommend to the StudioPress FM audience? Chris’ Reading Recommendations Chris Lema: I always have book recommendations because I’m always reading. There’s a meaty book that I like called Learn or Die. I find that it’s quite good. There’s another one called Peak, which is focusing on the new science of expertise, which I’m also reading. There’s another book called Strategic Storytelling, which I would recommend only because my storytelling book isn’t done yet. All of those I’d say are really great. Brian Gardner: Does that go along with your ‘cool story, bro’ thing? Chris Lema: Yeah. Exactly. I love stories and the power of stories. Brian Gardner: Okay. What about blogs? You gave us a few books. Just people that digest better reading individual blog posts or what not, whether it be on leadership, WordPress-type stuff, who’s blogs do you frequent that you just get a lot out of and like to share from? Chris Lema: Well, let me caveat that for one quick second to say, if you’re not reading books, you should. The reality is, when you’re writing a blog post, normally that’s a five-minute investment. When you read a book, it may be several hours of investment. Part of the dynamic is, if you’re not making the investment to read depth, I think your leadership thoughts and your leadership understanding are all still pretty shallow. That’s not to say you can’t read good blogs. I’m just saying you should make time and build the habit of reading books because they’re worth doing. Now, that said, Michael Hyatt is a fantastic guy to read if you want to read a blog. John Maxwell is another guy whose blog is awesome. Dan Rockwell, who I’m pretty sure Dan’s writing a WordPress blog. Actually, I think Michael Hyatt’s is well. Dan’s is Something.WordPress.com I think, Leadership Freak. Those are definitely ones that I would point to and say, “Hey, check those out because I think you’ll dig them.” Brian Gardner: As we wrap this up, if we were to give you the opportunity to do a 60-second speech right here on the show, what is the one piece of advice to anyone listening regarding the topic of leadership that you would want to give? Chris’ Epic Advice on Leadership: Lead As Only You Can Lead Chris Lema: Sixty seconds on leadership. Asking me to do anything in 60 seconds is hard. Brian Gardner: Loaded question. Chris Lema: Let’s try it. Here we go. In your pursuit to lead others well, in your pursuit to be someone who is considered a leader, never make the mistake of looking to someone else to determine who you are. Never look at someone else to tell you who you should be. Never look at someone else’s journey and say, “That’s the journey I need to have,” because the reality is, you’re unique. You are completely unique. To that end, your journey will be unique, and the way you lead and help others will be unique. So figure out you. My one piece of advice is, figure out what motivates you. Figure out how you work best. Figure out what is easy for you and, at the same time, aligns with your passion, your interest in helping others. When you figure all that out, when you figure out how to be you, then find the leadership route that works best for that. In that way, you’re leading as only you can lead. Brian Gardner: That was brilliance in 48 seconds. Lauren Mancke: Wow. Brian Gardner: Man, we got to clip that out and use that or put it in a blog. I’m going to re-purpose that. Chris, do I have your permission? Chris Lema: You totally have my permission. Brian Gardner: Of course, we will link to you. I will link to you when I do that. I’m almost speechless. I honestly don’t know what I should say next — other than the call to action, which I have here on my script. This is great. It’s a great segue. If you are convinced that Chris is the right guy for you, whether it be to hire — I know you make available yourself via phone calls, also various ways to be consulted with and so on — or if you just want to read Chris’ stuff. All of it’s good. Do you want to be sold on yourself or become the leader you were meant to be? Chris obviously has a ton of knowledge, shares his wealth with that knowledge in the form of articles, books, courses, videos. Pretty much any media you can imagine, he’s done it. For more of that information, you can check him out at ChrisLema.com and his leadership blog at BeyondGood.com. Lauren Mancke: If you liked what you heard on today’s show, you can find more episodes of StudioPress FM at StudioPress.FM. You can also help Brian and I hit the main stage by subscribing to the show in iTunes. It’s a great way to never ever miss an episode. We want to thank Chris for coming on the show. It’s been great. Chris Lema: Thanks, guys.

Influence, Relationships, Leadership, Success, Service  Summary Why is influence so important to have? And what does it really mean? Is it good? Bad? What is its essence? We'll discuss that in our Thought of the Day. And later, in today's interview, we'll chat with Dan Rockwell, a master of influence who truly understands what influence is … and is not about. That and more on today's show.  Bob's Thought of the Day  The essence of influence is pull--a genuine type of power that is the opposite of force. Force is control, manipulation, intimidation, and compliance. Compliance is a function of positional authority. The opposite of compliance is commitment, which comes from influencers asking themselves, “How does what I'm asking this person to do align with their goals, needs, wants, and desires?” Bob's friend and mentor, Dondi Scumaci, expressed it this way: “Compliance will never take you where commitment can go.” Great leadership is never about the leader, great influence is never about the influencer, and great salesmanship is never about the salesperson--it's about everyone whose lives you touch.  Interview with Dan Rockwell Good leaders know that it's not about them. It's about serving those they lead and bringing out their best. There is no dichotomy between caring for others and pursuing success in your business. In fact, there is a cause and effect relationship. If you can't have a tough conversation with someone, you don't care enough about that person. You must be interested in others' success as much as your own.  Interview Links  Leadership Freak Blog @LeadershipFreak Leadership Coffee Shop (Facebook) dan@leadershipfreak.com Resources Certified Go-Giver Speaker Program TheGoGiver.com How to Post a Review bob@burg.com

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