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Ken Pacsh is the host of the syndicated radio show “Unlock Your Full Potential” and is also the author of the book, “On Course: Become a Great Leader and Soar!” From his experiences in the military and his love of flying, Ken is teaching leaders get great results.
Ken Pasch shapes leaders -- as a faculty member in Penn State's Executive Programs and as president/CEO of KiVisions Inc. (https://www.kivisions.com/). Drawing from his time in the Air Force, his experience as a manager and the principles of his latest book, Ken shares advice for growing as a leader and energizing your people. Ken's book "On Course: Become a Great Leader & Soar!" is available at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1683505131/?ref=exp_loc_pl_happyvalleyhustle Books by past "Hustle" guests are available at https://www.amazon.com/shop/happyvalleyhustle Make sure you always Hear The Hustle: Web: http://bit.ly/HVHustle Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HappyValleyHustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/billzhustle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/billzhustle/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billfzimmerman/ ▶️ MAKE your podcasting dreams happen with hosting from Buzzsprout.
Gary Pinkerton is joined today by Air Force veteran B-52 bomber pilot Ken Pasch, author of On Course: Become a Great Leader & Soar!, about Ken's journey to become a leader and some of the myths that accompany the idea of leadership. When Ken originally was put in a leadership position, he quickly realized that he didn't really know how to do it effectively. Fortunately, leadership is a skill you can learn and improve, and Ken did just that. Now Ken runs Ki Visions and helps develop the leaders of tomorrow. Key Takeaways: [7:59] How Ken joined the Air Force and what he did when he first got in [12:03] After flying the B-52 in Vietnam Ken changed paths for the rest of his career [14:09] When Ken realized his leadership style needed to change [18:11] Everything Ken read was about what a great leader is, not how to become a great leader. Then, one day, he found a way to connect the dots. [20:50] You need to look at what's holding you back internally and externally [24:36] Leadership is a process [27:07] Leaders aren't just born, and they don't have to be the amazingly charismatic type either [29:55] The myth of thinking you're a leader just because you're in a leadership position Website: www.KiVisions.com
Ken Pasch is the President of KiVisions Inc., a leader development company that utilizes the innovative 7-Step Successful Ventures in Human Dynamics Model™ and the Make Your M.A.R.K! cycle™ — the basis for the entire leader development process. He’s a leadership authority, having worked for 30 years to develop, test, and refine the process that revolutionizes the tools available to leaders. Ken is the host of the syndicated radio show “Unlock Your Full Potential” and is also the author of the book, "On Course: Become a Great Leader and Soar!” What you'll learn about in this episode: The value of sharing the "we-win" mentality, providing information that helps others become better at the things you already do so they can advance as well Why leaders try to get everyone on board so that they realize that their contributions really matter The importance of looking for things that cause us to drag, slow us down, and ultimately impact our return on investment How good people become great leaders by adopting the proper mindsets and skill sets in tandem Why true leaders have the courage and confidence to listen to others' input and build the team before making a final decision The significance of focusing on priorities and clearly demonstrating in your deeds that you are a leader who does what you do for higher purposes How people become great leaders by having the desire to succeed, following the process that takes them where they want to go, and accepting constructive criticism along the way The significance of mentorship in professional development Reasons that "good" is not good enough when we have so much more potential within ourselves Why leadership development is not a one-size-fits-all proposition, meaning that we need to work with people at their expected level of "leader-readiness" and devote our energies to emerging leaders, growing from there Ways to contact Ken: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ken-pasch-certified-leader-coach-713b4a2 Website: www.kivisions.com Twitter: @Ken_Pasch Facebook: www.facebook.com/KiVisions Book: "On Course: Become a Great Leader & Soar!" Community: The Make Your M.A.R.K.! Community™
Ken Pasch brings over 30 years experience in revolutionizing leader development within a broad range of organizations, including the U.S. Military, Johnson & Johnson, the American College of Healthcare Executives, and the Pennsylvania Department of Health. He is the founder of KiVisions, Inc., which advises good people on how to become great leaders, and serves as faculty in executive education at the Smeal College of Business at Penn State University. Pasch is a retired Lt. Colonel in the U.S. Air Force, where he served proudly and with distinction. ----- Ken Pasch won the lottery decades ago, the draft lottery that took him to the jungles of Vietnam. After returning from his service in the army, he pondered how successful organizations get off the ground and reach their destination. The author of the recently published On Course: Become a Great Leader and Soar likened the process to that of an airplane. Choose a destination, prepare to get there, and watch out for winds of resistance that might take you off course and forces that might drag you down. In this episode, Ken Pasch discusses some of the themes from his book. He reminds us that leaders must possess a proper mindset and be aware of the impacts their actions have on others. He tells us that we should become an “ACE.” The “A” stands for the abundance in leadership we should exhibit. The “C” refers to the concentration we must focus upon our priorities, while the “E” reminds us to pursue our passion and purpose earnestly. Effective leaders bring about change through their mindsets, efforts, and willingness to accept feedback. They ensure that their firms have an excellent onboarding process in place that sets people up for success and establishes the best tone. Throughout this podcast, Ken Pasch shares a wealth of helpful advice about the value that high-quality leadership brings to an organization. Please enjoy this program! Ways to contact Ken: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ken-pasch-certified-leader-coach-713b4a2 Website: www.kivisions.com Twitter: @Ken_Pasch Facebook: www.facebook.com/KiVisions Faculty Page at Penn State: https://psep.smeal.psu.edu/how-we-work-with-you/open-enrollment-executive-education/penn-state-smeal-faculty/kenneth-w.-pasch Book: “On Course: Become a Great Leader and Soar”
On Course: Become a Great Leader & Soar! by Ken PaschHave you ever had a bad boss? Do you think so many bosses are bad because they're “jerks” or because they just don't know HOW to lead?Bottom line, there are some jerks out there, but Ken Pasch's research shows that most bosses are frustrated because they just don't know how to lead. That frustration leads to some very bad relationships and outcomes. On Course helps begin turn this around. Unlike so many other books that tell professionals what a good leader should be, On Course is the first step in learning how to become a good leader. The revolutionary model business professionals learn is the result of Ken's transition from being one of those bad bosses, years ago, to becoming a successful leader.Don't take Ken's word for it, listen to the testimonials from others. Then, dive into On Course to discover how you, too, can become a great leader and soar!Ken Pasch worked for 30 years to explore, test, and develop the process that revolutionizes the tools available to leaders. After a successful flying career in the USAF, Ken used his education to lead medical centers where he struggled to be a good leader himself in the “early days”. Later on, Ken had an epiphany that led to the development of the Successful Ventures in Human Dynamics TM model, which serves as the basis for the entire KiVisions Leader Development Process.After realizing he needed to ensure others had a fair chance to use the model, he created the Gyroscope System TM. Since the gyroscope is such an important component of flight, it seems to be the perfect object to represent/explain the model. It includes his 9-step leader development series: Helping True Leaders Soar to Greatness. To ensure the KiVisions' clients get the right material, at the right time, and in the right way, Ken developed 3 unique brands: Soaring Leaders Academy TM (teaching/mentoring), True Leaders Forum TM (coaching/facilitated-master-minds), & Impact on Results TM (consulting). The process also offers a Challenge to Leaders TM to keep them motivated during their lifelong journey to become a great leader. Ken currently resides in State College, PA.www.KiVisions.comhttp://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/fivemyths.mp3