Explore every episode of the podcast Lead. Always.
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| #7 | The Importance of Team Dynamics | 11 Dec 2024 | 00:26:15 | |
In this conversation, Alex Molden and Megan Carle discuss the intricacies of leadership and teamwork, drawing parallels between sports and business. They explore the importance of vulnerability in leadership, the value of team dynamics, and the lessons learned from both success and failure. The discussion emphasizes the need for continuous improvement, the role of feedback, and the acceptance of imperfection as a pathway to growth. Takeaways
Timestamp: 06:07 The Importance of Team Dynamics and Input 12:04 Embracing Imperfection: Growth Through Challenges 18:03 Continuous Improvement: The Key to Success Let's connect:
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| #6 | The Most Important trait when it comes to Leadership | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:27:47 | |
In this conversation, Megan Carle and Alex Molden explore the themes of leadership, character, and personal development. They discuss the importance of knowing oneself, the role of character in influencing others, and how failure can be a powerful teacher. The conversation emphasizes the need for self-awareness and the ability to predict behavior in leadership dynamics, ultimately highlighting the significance of character as a foundational element in effective leadership. Takeaways
Timestamps: 04:58 The Role of Character in Leadership 11:57 Learning from Failure and Building Character 20:01 Predicting Behavior and Leadership Dynamics Let's connect:
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| #5 | Workplace Culture: Loneliness to connection and the wins that come with it | 12 Nov 2024 | 00:25:29 | |
In this episode, Megan and Alex discuss the pervasive issue of loneliness in the workplace, as highlighted by a Harvard Business Review article. They explore the myths surrounding loneliness, the importance of creating meaningful connections, and the role of leaders in fostering a culture of connection. The conversation emphasizes practical strategies for combating loneliness, measuring its impact, and the significance of understanding team dynamics to enhance workplace culture. Takeaways
Timestamps 06:03 Myths About Loneliness 11:57 The Role of Leaders in Fostering Connection 18:03 Practical Approaches to Combat Loneliness 23:50 Conclusion and Call to Action Let's connect
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| #4 | How to empower Leaders to combat workplace bullies | 29 Oct 2024 | 00:33:34 | |
In this conversation, Alex and Megan delve into the complexities of bullying, particularly in the workplace. They share personal experiences and insights on recognizing different types of bullying, the psychological impact it has on individuals, and the importance of leadership in creating a healthier work environment. Megan emphasizes the need for awareness and understanding of bullying dynamics, while Alex reflects on his own encounters with bullying in various settings. Together, they advocate for better leadership practices to combat bullying and foster a supportive workplace culture. Takeaways
Timestamps 00:00 Understanding Bullying: A Personal Journey 08:48 Types of Bullying in the Workplace 18:10 Recognizing Patterns and Responses to Bullying 27:00 The Impact of Bullying on Mental Health 30:51 Creating Better Leaders to Combat Bullying Let's connect:
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| #3 | The Poison of external validation | 15 Oct 2024 | 00:30:26 | |
In this conversation, Alex and Megan explore the intersection of sports and leadership, drawing parallels between the two fields. They discuss the impact of external validation on success, the importance of staying humble and hungry, and how momentum can shift in both sports and business. The conversation also touches on the role of fans, the necessity of returning to fundamentals after a loss, and the significance of risk-taking in leadership. They conclude by introducing their new leadership development initiative, LEAD. ALWAYS. Takeaways
Timestamps 00:00 The Impact of External Noise on Success 03:01 Lessons from Sports: Staying Hungry and Humble 06:08 Understanding Momentum in Sports and Business 08:52 The Role of Fans and Their Influence 12:02 Recovering from Loss: Fundamentals in Practice 14:54 The Importance of Risk-Taking in Leadership 18:00 Analyzing Failures: Autopsy of a Game Plan 21:01 Launching Leadership Development: LEAD Always Let's connect:
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| #2 | Failure: what leaders do to extract fruit from it | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:27:58 | |
In this episode of the Lead Always podcast, hosts Alex Molden and Megan Carle discuss the intersection of sports and corporate leadership. They emphasize the importance of practice, learning from failures, and the value of real-time role-playing in developing effective leadership skills. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of team interactions, the challenges of navigating promotions, and the significance of feedback and cohort support in leadership development. Takeaways: -Connected leaders are the most effective leaders. -Every day is game day for leaders. -Learning from failures is crucial for growth. -Real-time practice is essential in leadership. -Understanding team dynamics enhances performance. -Navigating promotions requires patience and understanding. -Feedback is vital for continuous improvement. -Cohorts provide support and diverse perspectives. -Asking questions fosters problem-solving skills. -Role-playing scenarios prepare leaders for real challenges. Timestamps: 02:58 Learning from Failures in Leadership 06:05 The Importance of Real-Time Practice 08:59 Understanding Team Dynamics 11:49 Navigating Promotions and Expectations 15:03 The Role of Cohorts in Leadership 17:56 Feedback and Continuous Improvement 20:53 Conclusion and Call to Action Let's connect:
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| #1 | Practicing Leadership: A crucial part to success | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:27:43 | |
The conversation revolves around the target audience for the podcast and the introduction of the Lead Always leadership development program. Megan & Alex discuss the importance of practicing leadership and the connection between sports and business. They share personal experiences and insights on leadership and the need for connection in leadership roles. The conversation also touches on the challenges of being a leader and the importance of knowing oneself and one's team. The hosts plan to create a podcast that provides a backstage pass to leadership, discussing both the good and the bad. Takeaways: -The podcast is for leaders who want to practice and understand that connected leaders are the most effective. -Practicing leadership is crucial for growth and success. -There is a strong connection between sports and business in terms of leadership. -Knowing oneself and one's team is essential for effective leadership. -Leadership requires building connections and understanding different perspectives. Timestamps: 2:36 Introducing Lead Always Leadership Development Program 9:19 The Importance of Practicing Leadership 15:10 The Connection Between Sports and Business in Leadership 23:24 Knowing Oneself and One's Team 31:29 Building Connections and Understanding Different Perspectives 44:32 The Lead Always Podcast: Insights into Leadership Let's connect:
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