Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The Leadership Contrarian
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| Is Holistic a 4-Letter Word in Business? | 04 Apr 2023 | 00:35:56 | |
Michael and Kathryn define the term holistic in a business context and share examples of how holistic thinking can improve your company's growth. If you often find yourself working 'in the weeds' of your business, and want a new perspective, then this episode is for you! | |||
| Key Things to Consider When Planning a New Initiative | 28 Mar 2023 | 00:39:03 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss the tactical things you need to consider if you’re starting a new initiative in your company. Find out what questions you should be asking yourself and how to set and work toward your short and long term goals. If you've got a new initiative on the horizon, be sure to give this episode a listen. | |||
| The True Power of Training | 20 Dec 2022 | 00:31:06 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss the importance of training. Whether it's your own professional training or training the employees in your company- there's going to be an exponential return on your investment. If you feel like a 'generalist' as opposed a master in a specific skill or trade, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| What to Focus On When You Experience Idea Overload | 21 Feb 2020 | 00:35:11 | |
Michael and Kathryn talk about what you can do when your rapid-fire thinking starts to overwhelm you. If you feel like your thoughts and ideas sometimes fire at a machine-gun-like pace, and you want tips on how to slow down, achieve clarity, and figure out your next action steps, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| Time Management Tips to Help You Win the Day | 04 Feb 2020 | 00:34:02 | |
Michael and Kathryn share tips for better time management. If you find yourself struggling to get everything done in a day or during your week and want some practical tips to help you improve efficiency and build resilience, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| What Happens When Leaders Get Distracted | 29 Jan 2020 | 00:40:31 | |
Michael and Kathryn break down what happens when you get distracted as you run your company. Get tips, tricks, and resources to help you stay focused, build your skills, and work on your own personal leadership development. If you find yourself stuck and want to get back on track, then this episode is for you! | |||
| 4 Things Business Leaders Can Do to Stay Focused | 21 Jan 2020 | 00:38:52 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss the elusive art of staying focused. For business leaders especially, succumbing to the 'tyranny of the urgent' can become a daily battle. Discover how to go on the offensive so you can get back to being focused and prioritizing the growth of your company. | |||
| How to Overcome Your Business Failures - With Guest, Warwick Fairfax | 07 Jan 2020 | 00:52:29 | |
Michael and Kathryn interview the founder of Crucible Leadership, Warwick Fairfax. Warwick shares his personal journey of finding new purpose after being at the epicenter of one of the most spectacular business failures in the history of his home nation of Australia. If your business and vision are starting to feel stale and you'd like some encouragement from leaders who have been there, then this episode is for you! | |||
| The Power of Celebration | 17 Dec 2019 | 00:27:33 | |
Michael and Kathryn talk about the power of celebration and how reflecting on the the big and small moments in life and work can generate resilience. If you want to stop having tunnel vision and start becoming mindful of moments in your company worth celebrating, then this episode is for you. | |||
| Bringing Joy Back to Business - With Special Guest, Pablo Gonzalez | 06 Dec 2019 | 00:33:37 | |
Michael and Kathryn interview Pablo Gonzalez, a graduate member of the HaBO Village Passion and Provision Course. Pablo shares how he went from an unfulfilling career, to striking out on his own, all the way to discovering and developing his company's core purpose and values. If your business is struggling or you've lost joy in running your company and need some encouragement, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| They Said What?! Cell Phone Etiquette for Public Places and Work Spaces | 27 Nov 2019 | 00:28:55 | |
Michael and Kathryn share humorous personal stories about cell phone and other workplace etiquette. If you've ever witnessed uncouth cell phone behavior in a public or work space, you will enjoy giving this episode a listen. | |||
| How to Turn Business Challenges into Growth Opportunities | 25 Nov 2019 | 00:25:57 | |
Michael and Kathryn share their experience with weathering unexpected challenges in business and how they learned to treat them as opportunities for growth. If you are going through a difficult time in your leadership or company and need some encouragement, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| The Power of Gratitude: How Thankfulness Can Improve Your Business | 15 Nov 2019 | 00:33:46 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss the importance of gratitude when it comes to your mental and physical health, and your company. Discover the exponential return on investment when you practice thankfulness in your life and business by giving this episode a listen. | |||
| Should You Care About Your Customers' Core Values? | 07 Dec 2022 | 00:43:40 | |
Michael and Kathryn break down the market research results that uncovered the top 5 core values of their ideal customers. If you've ever wondered how your personal values and the values of your customers fit into your marketing, hiring, or long-term business strategy, then this episode is for you. | |||
| Why You Shouldn't Sweat the Competition | 12 Nov 2019 | 00:27:55 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss the best ways to deal with your fear of business competition. Competition can be a healthy motivator if you have the right mindset. If this is an area where you could use some encouragement, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| 3 Signs of a Miserable Job | 05 Nov 2019 | 00:36:02 | |
Michael and Kathryn debrief what they learned at a recent management workshop hosted by famous author and speaker, Patrick Lencioni. If you are a business owner, manager, or lead a team, discover the 3 critical things that will keep your employees engaged, happy, and productive. | |||
| How to Lead with Integrity - With Guest, Guy Rodgers | 29 Oct 2019 | 00:46:55 | |
Michael and Kathryn interview President and CEO of Pinnacle Forum, Guy Rodgers, about what it looks like for business leaders to persevere and grow in their leadership. If you are looking for some encouragement on how to lead and grow your company with integrity, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| Busting the Work/Life Balance Myth with Guests, Rick and Linda Sbrocca | 21 Oct 2019 | 00:52:50 | |
Michael and Kathryn interview business owners, Rick and Linda Sbrocca, about developing healthy company cultures. Rick and Linda specialize in business development with an emphasis in passion, proficiency, and profitability. Discover how they are busting through the myth that says you have to master work/life balance in order to be successful. | |||
| Why Vulnerability is a Gift | 10 Oct 2019 | 00:34:07 | |
Michael and Kathryn talk about the concept of vulnerability and why it's actually a gift for business leaders. If you need some encouragement when it comes to opening up to others and want to understand how being vulnerable will help you, your company, and your team, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| The Legacy of a Great Leader | 07 Oct 2019 | 00:29:31 | |
Michael and Kathryn open up about the passing of their friend and mentor, and talk about the impact of his legacy. If you are wondering how your work will leave an encouraging legacy for the next generation, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| Self Promotion: The Struggle is Real | 01 Oct 2019 | 00:30:36 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss why it's so hard for business leaders to self-promote. If you've shied away from marketing your product or service because it's too difficult, confusing, or painful- or just don't want to sound too braggy, then this podcast episode is for you! | |||
| How to Keep a Healthy Mindset | 20 Sep 2019 | 00:33:15 | |
Michael and Kathryn recover from a spilled cup of hot coffee and share thoughts and tips on how to keep a healthy mindset in life and at work. If you feel stuck or like your emotions have been getting the better of you lately, then this episode is for you! | |||
| Why Leaders Need Community | 16 Sep 2019 | 00:30:52 | |
Michael and Kathryn dig into an important topic: Community. All business leaders need a like-minded community if they want to grow... a safe space where they can share struggles and acquire new ideas for solutions. If you're starting to feel lonely on your journey as a leader, then this episode is for you. | |||
| What You Can Do To Get Out of Your Own Way | 10 Sep 2019 | 00:38:39 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss how easy it is for business leaders to get in their own way. Real transformative change begins with the company leader... So if you think you have some 'limiting beliefs' that are holding you back, try these 3 steps for overcoming them. | |||
| The Power of Your Unique Value - With Guest, Omar Zenhom | 29 Nov 2022 | 00:36:13 | |
Michael and Kathryn interview Omar Zenhom, podcast host and business coach, about his entrepreneurial journey and the lasting impact of his $100 MBA show. If you need some encouragement today about how you can leverage your unique value, make an impact, and leave a legacy with your business, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| The Secret to Finding and Hiring a Good Consultant | 04 Sep 2019 | 00:34:26 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss the right way to find and hire a good consultant. Finding a consultant who can help your company (and who you actually like) can sometimes seem like an impossible feat... but it doesn't have to be. If this is an area where you've struggled, or you are new to working with consultants, then check out the tips covered in this podcast episode. | |||
| The Journey from Idea to Implementation (And How to Get Unstuck) | 26 Aug 2019 | 00:38:36 | |
Michael and Kathryn share their process for taking something from the idea stage to the implementation stage. If you need some encouragement or tips on what baby steps to take to start tackling a big goal, then this podcast episode is for you! | |||
| Hope Is a Strategy | 20 Aug 2019 | 00:26:44 | |
Michael and Kathryn debunk the common myth that 'Hope' is not a legitimate strategy and discuss how you can leverage the power of hope to inspire your customers. If the word 'hope' sounds like a wishy-washy term to you, and you've shied away from using it your business marketing, then this episode is for you! | |||
| Using Surveys to Assess Company Culture | 07 Aug 2019 | 00:28:40 | |
In this episode, Michael and Kathryn focus on the culture of an organization and the Net Promoter Score System you can use to help your company become a Passion and Provision® company. | |||
| How to Analyze Employee Performance in 7 Easy Steps | 05 Aug 2019 | 00:28:01 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss the system from Robert F. Mager's book, Analyzing Performance Problems. There are 7 steps that will help you solve any problem you might face in your company. If you need to figure out why people aren't doing what they should be and what you can do about it, then this episode is for you! | |||
| Talking vs. Doing: How to Achieve the Big Dream you Have for Your Company | 26 Jul 2019 | 00:28:14 | |
Michael and Kathryn describe how to take steps toward your big ideas and goals instead of just talking about them. If you think you're the kind of business leader that has a tendency to be a talker instead of a doer, then this episode is for you! | |||
| 4 Keys to High Performance | 22 Jul 2019 | 00:27:12 | |
Michael and Kathryn cover 4 keys to high performance by Chick-fil-A®'s Mark Miller. If you want 4 simple ways to improve performance and tips for better leadership in your company, then this podcast episode is for you. | |||
| Business Leadership (Part 2) with Guest, Ryan Deiss | 16 Jul 2019 | 00:22:12 | |
In part 2 of this very special interview, Michael and Kathryn chat with Ryan Deiss, founder and CEO of Digital Marketer, about his experience with company culture, leadership development, and business growth. You'll also get to learn some quirky and fun facts about Ryan (like his favorite and least favorite sound). | |||
| Business Leadership (Part 1) with Guest, Ryan Deiss | 09 Jul 2019 | 00:24:45 | |
Michael and Kathryn chat with Ryan Deiss, founder and CEO of Digital Marketer. Discover how Ryan maintains a healthy balance of work, life, family, and entrepreneurship, all while growing a profitable business and maintaining a positive company culture. | |||
| Why Business Leaders Should Know the Difference Between Mentoring and Coaching | 02 Jul 2019 | 00:31:04 | |
In this episode, Michael and Kathryn discuss the difference between Coaching and Mentoring and why these terms are often confused with one another. If you run a company, supervise employees, or lead a team, take a listen to this episode to discover when you should intentionally 'coach', instead of 'mentor'. | |||
| The Death of Demographics - With Guest, David Allison | 22 Nov 2022 | 00:49:47 | |
Michael and Kathryn talk with author David Allison about the importance of valuegraphics in business and marketing. If you can speak into the hearts of your customers by knowing their shared values, wouldn't you want to? Find out the power of value-based market research by giving this episode a listen. | |||
| The 4 Stages of Burnout that Business Leaders Need to Know | 25 Jun 2019 | 00:29:20 | |
Burnout is very real, and no business leader is immune to it. In this episode, Michael and Kathryn cover the 4 stages of burnout, and how to identify each one. Give this episode a listen to find out which stage of burnout you're in, and how to avoid reaching a physical or emotional shutdown. | |||
| How Leadership Development Helps You Handle Transitions in Your Life and Business | 19 Jun 2019 | 00:23:30 | |
In this episode, Michael and Kathryn reveal the true importance of Leadership Development for business leaders and discuss what elements you will need to focus on in order to save your sanity, and your company. | |||
| 3 Areas of Leadership Planning | 04 Jun 2019 | 00:27:44 | |
Michael and Kathryn outline 3 areas of leadership planning that can make all the difference in the success of your business. Want to create a more nimble and profitable business that will survive the next bubble? Then this episode is for you! | |||
| The Beauty of Iteration | 29 May 2019 | 00:29:44 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss the value of iteration in marketing and in business. We often pour our hearts into a project that may not end up being a success, but that doesn't mean we should abandon it. You have to analyze, make adjustments and try again. If the process of iteration can help Pixar consistently put out hits, what can it do for your business? | |||
| Defining Passion & Provision for Your Business | 22 May 2019 | 00:36:36 | |
Michael and Kathryn define the foundational concepts of Passion & Provision® and discuss why they're the most important elements of a healthy, growing company. If you feel like you are barely treading water when it comes to your business, and want to achieve BOTH profit and joy in your company, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| How to Build Trust in a Post Trust Era | 14 May 2019 | 00:32:24 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss the steps for building trust in a post-trust era. Whether you are a business owner, a manager, a team leader, an employee, or client- building trust is essential for achieving speed and lowering costs. If you want a deeper understanding of what it will take to build or re-build trust with others in this post-trust world, then this episode is for you! | |||
| You Can't Get to Clarity Alone | 07 May 2019 | 00:30:13 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss 3 critical partnerships you need in your life in order to grow a successful and profitable company. Discover why partnerships, cheerleaders, and advisers help you reach greater clarity in life and in your business. If you find yourself struggling and need advice on the best types of mentors to seek out, then this episode is for you! | |||
| Building Your Company on a Passion & Provision Foundation: With guest, John Butler | 30 Apr 2019 | 00:28:16 | |
Michael and Kathryn continue their conversation with Lead Generation expert, John Butler, and dig deep into the concept of what it actually means to have a Passion & Provision® company. If you are feeling a lack of passion, or are struggling with the day-to-day of running your company, then this episode has some special words of encouragement just for you! | |||
| Is Linkedin The Best Place to Find Leads for Your B2B? With guest, John Butler | 23 Apr 2019 | 00:26:39 | |
Michael and Kathryn are joined by friend and Lead Generation expert, John Butler, to talk about modern day B2B networking and why Linkedin and Email are great ways to build relationships and credibility. If you run a B2B company, don't miss out on these pro tips and insights! | |||
| The Difficulty of Dollars and Cents in Your Small Business | 16 Apr 2019 | 00:35:15 | |
Michael and Kathryn dive into the dollars and cents of the financial side of your small business. Surprisingly, not all small business owners know basic financial terminology or how to analyze their numbers. If you feel stuck and need some encouragement when it comes to the accounting side of your business, then this episode is for you! | |||
| Can You Measure Your Ability to Make Good Decisions? | 16 Nov 2022 | 00:33:21 | |
How well can you predict the future? Michael and Kathryn discuss how to measure your decision-making and strategic thinking capacity. Whether you need to hire people who are a right fit for your company, or want to improve the efficiency of your current team, give this episode a listen. | |||
| How to Avoid Mistakes that Detour Your Company | 09 Apr 2019 | 00:31:24 | |
Michael and Kathryn discuss temptations that will inevitably distract you from keeping your company on the right track. Whether it's potentially lucrative clients and investors, or an exciting new project or trend, there are several core things every business leader should consider before making a big decision or change. If you find yourself faced with a big business decision and aren't sure which direction to go, then this podcast episode is for you!
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| Celebrating 6 Months of Building a Village | 01 Apr 2019 | 00:32:22 | |
In this episode, we get back into the swing of things and recap what we've been up to for the past 6 months. Between building a Village (some of it, literally), filming an entire training course, and dealing with a natural disaster- there are many stories to tell and there have been many lessons learned. If you're wondering what we've been up to and where we are headed next, then give this episode a listen. | |||
| Passion & Provision: Our Journey | 11 Oct 2018 | 00:29:39 | |
Michael and Kathryn share their personal story and faith journey leading up to building HaBO Village and their Passion & Provision® training course for Business leaders. It's a very vulnerable and emotional episode, so get ready! | |||