289: Why Strong Character Matters

289: Why Strong Character Matters

289: Why Strong Character Matters

I’ve been hosting my podcast for more than five years, since June 2019, and have never done a solo episode. That changes with this episode! Many of my listeners have requested that I share some of my thoughts about leadership, so I’ve decided to devote one episode each month to speaking directly with you.

For this episode, I focused on the topic of character—what it is and two specific areas that show why it’s essential for leadership. My business partner Denny Coates and I have been immersed in this aspect of leadership development for decades, and even more so in the past two years as Denny has worked on his latest book, Grow Strong Character, and the two of us have created content for our new self-paced leadership development program, GSL SkillBuilder.

I’m the co-founder and president of Grow Strong Leaders, a company that publishes software tools and books to help people build strong relationships at work and at home.

You’ll discover:

  • What strong character consists of
  • The role of character in leadership
  • Why character development strengthens emotional intelligence
  • The importance of helping people live into an organization’s core values
  • Resources that can help you strengthen your own character

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288: Inspiring Others to Achieve Their Potential

288: Inspiring Others to Achieve Their Potential

288: Inspiring Others to Achieve Their Potential

One of the most important skills a leader can develop is the ability to help others expand their vision of themselves. Ilias Simpson has been practicing this skill for decades; and in this conversation, he gives a masterclass on how to do it effectively. You’ll be mesmerized by the stories he tells to illustrate what he does, and you’ll learn ways to build a culture where people perform at high levels and feel valued at the same time.

Ilias is a highly accomplished leader who transforms companies into profitable growth engines through operational excellence, lean improvements, and instilling a culture of success. With a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, Ilias ensures that employees at all levels feel heard, valued, and supported.

Previously, Ilias served as President of Modivcare Mobility, President and CEO of Radial Inc., CEO of PaLo Na, and Senior Director of Operations at Ryder System, Inc. Ilias graduated with a Master of Business Administration from the University of Dayton and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of North Texas. Additionally, Ilias is a decorated veteran of the United States Air Force.

You’ll discover:

  • How Ilias built trust and credibility at the age of 18 when he was put in a leadership position in the military
  • The experiences from his youth and from sports that shaped his leadership style
  • What Ilias does to help others expand their vision of themselves
  • Why Learning Agility is a crucial skill to develop for success in business
  • The benefits of having diversity of thinking on a team

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287: Helping Others Explore Their Growth Edges

287: Helping Others Explore Their Growth Edges

287: Helping Others Explore Their Growth Edges

Are you helping each person on your team identify areas where they could level up? Dan Kent is a master of meeting people “where they’re at” and then listening for ways they can build on their strengths to become even more effective. In this rich and immensely practical conversation, you’ll learn specific questions you can use in conversations to discover more about another person’s capabilities and aspirations.

One of Dan’s superpowers is his ability to not only SEE the strengths in others but also articulate them. In this conversation, you’ll learn more about how he does that with his clients. Meredith experienced Dan’s magic first-hand when she was a guest on his podcast, Clearing Obstacles. His introduction beautifully captured her essence and who she aspires to be in the world. You can listen to that conversation HERE.

Dan is the founder and owner of Best Self Coaching, a business coaching company that strengthens and grows businesses by developing the humans involved in them. He’s affectionately known as the “loving butt-kicker” they often need in their lives.

Dan’s method is a natural extension of his affinity for working both sides of the brain. He has degrees in both Accounting and Theatre Arts, almost thirty years in business ownership, and over a decade in Coaching and Consulting. That balanced approach combining left brain and right brain has served him and his clients well.

You’ll discover:

  • What Dan does to “meet clients where they’re at”
  • The 3 Pillars Dan uses with every client he works with
  • How he discovers the growth edges where a client needs to focus their development efforts
  • Why everything starts with self-awareness for a leader
  • Tips for finding out what your people want most from you

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286: Heal from Your Past and Master Your Destiny

286: Heal from Your Past and Master Your Destiny

286: Heal from Your Past and Master Your Destiny

Some personal development programs focus on digging into your past to uncover what might be holding you back. Others emphasize getting over your past and focusing exclusively on your future. In this conversation Moustafa Hamwi makes a compelling argument for giving attention to both. He shares practical tips from his book, SLINGSHOT: The Practical Guide to Becoming a Master of Your Destiny, Not a Victim of Your History, that you can begin implementing immediately.

Moustafa is a bestselling author, international speaker, and mindset coach. His background spans diverse disciplines—from executive coaching, hypnotherapy, yoga, and meditation to adventure sports and nature healing.

Moustafa’s unique lifestyle as an executive nomad has him traversing the globe, often spending months living out of a campervan, immersing himself in diverse cultures, and forging a deep connection with nature.

His quest for self-discovery leads him to learning and meditation centers worldwide, exploring the intricacies of mind, body, and soul. He’s globally recognized as a foremost expert and thought leader in reigniting passion within organizations and teams.

You’ll discover:

  • The story behind the book and what’s unique about Moustafa’s methodology
  • Why it’s important to go through your past and not try to get over it
  • How to rewrite your story so it serves you and doesn’t limit you
  • Why courage, humility, and discipline are critical elements of effective leadership
  • Tips for mastering your mindset so it frees you to master your destiny

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285: Strategies for Making Good Decisions

285: Strategies for Making Good Decisions

285: Strategies for Making Good Decisions

There’s a skill that’s critical for success in every aspect of life, and that’s the ability to make good decisions. This episode’s guest, Kandis Porter is co-author with previous guest Damon Lembi of a must-read book on this topic: Good Decisions Equal Success: Stop Decision Anxiety and Start Taking Action.

After listening to this conversation, you’re going to want to get a copy of this book for yourself and for every member of your team. It’s that good…and that important for your personal and business success.

Kandis is the Founder and CEO of Effective Flow Connections, a management consulting company that helps transform organizations through strategic planning, project management, process improvement, change management, and training. Kandis also works one-on-one with clients, focusing on Leadership development and growth.

You’ll discover:

  • The problem with making decisions strictly on your gut or emotions
  • Why it’s important to clarify who’s responsible for the four decision roles
  • Strategies for prioritizing tasks
  • What Time Bankruptcy is—and how to fix it
  • How to overcome decision fatigue

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