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The Way of The Wolf
Sean Barnes
Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 235

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🇨🇦 Canada - management
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15/01/2025#83
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211: Public Speaking, Trust, and AI in Leadership
Episode 211
mardi 14 janvier 2025 • Duration 01:23:53
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 211 | 01.14.2025
Episode Title: Njsane & Sean
Episode summary introduction:
Sean Barnes and Njsane Courtney delve into the importance of perseverance and the art of combining storytelling with emotional impact in public speaking. They explore the challenges and power of entrepreneurship and networking, highlighting vulnerability in leadership and audience connection. The discussion covers adapting leadership styles, managing time during speeches, and balancing focus between numbers and people. Trust, culture, and AI's role in performance management are examined, alongside AI's impact on resume screening and decision-making. Personal branding, historical technological perspectives, and the future of human-AI interaction are discussed. The episode concludes with insights on continuous learning and future podcast topics.
Key Moments
0:00 – The importance of perseverance
1:38 – Combining storytelling and emotional impact in public speaking
4:23 – The challenges and power of entrepreneurship and networking
8:49 – Vulnerability in leadership and connecting with your audience
20:49 – Adapting leadership styles and managing time during speeches
23:24 – Empathy and the Peter Principle in leadership
27:38 – Balancing focus between numbers and people in management
34:41 – Trust and culture in organizational performance
41:03 – Evolving performance management and the role of AI
50:08 – AI in resume screening and the human element in AI processes
1:00:21 – Context and accountability in AI decision making
1:04:07 – Personal branding and the future of human-AI interaction
1:07:16 – Historical perspectives on technological advancements
1:10:42 – Building connections and the value of spontaneous conversations
1:15:18 – Balancing personality tendencies and continuous learning
1:20:57 – Leveraging resources for self-improvement and knowledge prioritization
1:23:01 – Future podcast topics and episode conclusion
Key Takeaways
- Consistency and perseverance are key to achieving long-term success, even when immediate results aren't visible.
- Engaging storytelling can create a powerful connection with an audience, making complex or emotional topics more relatable and impactful.
- Balancing empathy and accountability is crucial in leadership, helping to support and motivate employees while still driving performance and results.
Guest: Njsane Courtney
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/njsanecourtney/
Website: https://myfriendinhr.buzzsprout.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfriendin_hr/
Host: Sean Barnes
Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
210: Passed Over for the Promotion
Episode 210
mardi 7 janvier 2025 • Duration 04:43
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 210 | 01.07.2025
Episode Title: Passed Over for Promotion
Episode summary introduction:
Sean Barnes shares personal experiences of being passed over for a promotion, delving into the challenges of dealing with a new, incompetent manager. He emphasizes the importance of patience and self-improvement when faced with career setbacks. Sean explores strategies for navigating difficult workplace dynamics and encourages listeners to focus on personal growth and development. The episode underscores the value of choosing one's path with intention, highlighting how resilience and self-awareness can lead to long-term success in both personal and professional spheres.
Key Moments
0:00 – Introduction to the episode
0:30 – Being passed over for a promotion and personal experiences
1:34 – Dealing with a new, incompetent manager
3:04 – Patience, self-improvement, and choosing your path
Key Takeaways
- Patience and self-improvement are crucial when dealing with workplace frustrations.
- Supporting your peers and maintaining high-quality work can set you apart for future opportunities.
- Choosing optimism and focusing on personal growth can lead to better outcomes in challenging situations.
Host: Sean Barnes
Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
201: Advice To My Younger Self
Episode 201
mardi 5 novembre 2024 • Duration 11:31
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 201 | 2024
Episode Title: Advice To Younger Self
Episode summary introduction:
Sean Barnes welcomes listeners back and addresses a viewer request for advice on overcoming negativity and fear of judgment. He underscores the importance and benefits of mentorship and maintaining an optimistic outlook. Sean shares insights on embracing adversity and offers final thoughts on the subject. The episode concludes with closing remarks, encouraging listeners to face challenges with resilience and positivity.
Key Moments
0:00 – Introduction and welcome back
0:27 – Viewer request and advice on overcoming negativity and fear of judgment
4:39 – The importance and benefits of mentorship and optimism
9:13 – Embracing adversity and final thoughts
11:15 – Closing remarks
Key Takeaways
- Adopting an optimistic mindset can significantly enhance your progress and success in life.
- Stop worrying about others' opinions and focus on your own goals and passions.
- Learning to let go of things that don't serve you is crucial for personal growth and reducing life's friction.
Host: Sean Barnes
Website: https://www.wsssolutions.com/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsssolutions/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/the_seanbarnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
111: Can You Trust Them?
mardi 14 février 2023 • Duration 14:05
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 111 | 02.14.2023
Episode Title: Can You Trust Them
Episode summary introduction:
- Your Reputation is your brand
- Be cautious and protect yourself
- Make sure you are a trustworthy person
Key Moments
00:00 – Introduction
01:10 – Observing their actions…
01:18 – Episode 52 – Chase Banks https://youtu.be/JvT5qxL3JdY
01:56 – Do their actions align with their words…
03:05 – Episode 93 – Leading Up… https://youtu.be/io1s5OU5Ho0
03:15 – Does this person have a history of integrity…
06:36 – Do they have a good reputation…
08:25 – A trick I have learned…
12:56 – Building trust takes time…
Host: Sean Barnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
110: Laugh Out Loud and Get Fit w/ Evan Slaughter
mardi 7 février 2023 • Duration 50:42
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 110 | 02.07.2023
Episode Title: Laugh Out Loud and Get Fit w/ Evan Slaughter
Episode summary introduction:
- Stop caring what everyone else thinks
- There is so much value in learning to love yourself
- Be the person that will end the negativity
Key Moments
00:00 – Introduction…
00:59 – Your friend that’s just starting CrossFit…
01:16 – Fit2Serve…
02:26 – Have you always leaned into comedy…
04:02 – Fitness background…
06:52 – Struggle with addiction…
07:18 – The importance of loving yourself…
08:35 – Spiritual process…
10:02 – Worried about what everyone is thinking…
11:46 – Getting serious about social media…
13:52 – Do you have an end goal…
16:52 – How do you come up with your content ideas…
19:24 – Send me an Angel
19:56 – Watch this guy accidentally get into shape…
20:48 – The Cold Plunge…
23:26 – Loving yourself…
26:13 – Not all about you, help others…
32:49 – Live a healthy lifestyle, find balance…
34:16 – Take the high road…
40:51 – Loving myself more than being angry…
43:14 – Carrying out purpose in life…
48:53 – Your Friend that is about to run their first 5k…
Guest: Evan Slaughter
Instagram: https://instagram.com/fit2serve1?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fit_2_serve
Host: Sean Barnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
#laugh, #laughalot, #laughter, #joy, #serving, #purpleheart, #loveyourself, #spiritualprocess, #enlightenment, #struggle, #purpose, #livelife, #keepmoving, #fitness, #comedy, #funnyguy, #positivity, #contentideas, #fit, #fitlife, #servingothers, #thehighroad, #notaboutyou, #mentaltoughness, #valuablelessons, #stopnegativity, #bepositive, #bekind, #kindnesswins, #kindnessmatters, #random, #hilarious, #keepmoving, #stayfocused, #behappy
109: Navigating a Leadership Vacuum
mardi 31 janvier 2023 • Duration 10:45
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 109 | 01.31.2023
Episode Title: Leadership Vacuum
Episode summary introduction:
- Leading is not for everyone
- Strong Leaders know how to pull a team together
- Don’t jump ship too soon
Key Moments
00:15 – Introduction
00:27 – Navigating through a Leadership vacuum…
01:05 – Chat GPT: https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt/
01:55 – The question I asked, Chat GPT…
05:58 – My perspective on the question…
06:30 – Leading is not for everyone…
07:21 – If you find yourself struggling…
08:36 – You have been given an incredible opportunity…
09:25 – In closing…
Host: Sean Barnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
#leadership, #leading, #leadme, #leadup, #strongleaders, #vacuum, #struggle, #navigate, #beproactive, #takeinitiative, #question, #buildrelationships, #trusttheprocess, #solveproblems, #listenfirst, #learn, #bequicktolisten, #slowtospeak, #startnow, #giveallyougot, #tryharder, #chat, #chatgpt, #wisdom, #opportunity
108: Discipline
mardi 24 janvier 2023 • Duration 05:34
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 108 | 01.24.2022
Episode Title: Discipline
Episode summary introduction:
- You’re not always going to be motivated, so you must stay disciplined
Key Moments
00:15 – Introduction…
00:40 – Motivation is fleeting…
02:00 – When I think about success…
04:33 – Stay focused…
05:19 – In closing…
Host: Sean Barnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
#staydiligent, #focused, #discipline, #bedisciplined, #developpatterns, #beconsistent, #success, #goagainstthegrain, #motivationisfleeting, #motivation, #pushthrough, #riseup, #befocused, #staythecourse, #yougotthis, #getitdone, #getoutthere, #keepmovingforward, #showup
107: Performance Punishment
mardi 17 janvier 2023 • Duration 10:00
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 107| 01.17.2022
Episode Title: Performance Punishment
Episode summary introduction:
- Be careful with the behaviors and standards you reward
- Take the time to take care of your people
- Make sure your team knows they are, and feel, appreciated
Key Moments
00:00 – Introduction…
01:01 – Performance Punishment…
01:26 – Being good at your job attracts more work
01:58 – Performance Punishment is a dangerous game
03:42 – Overworking high performers
05:09 – Breeds resentment
06:55 – Thinking through the development of your team…
08:24 – When your high performers come to you…
09:21 – In closing…
Host: Sean Barnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
#cameraone, #cameratwo, #highperformers, #performance, #standards, #behaviors, #punishment, #develop, #leaders, #overwhelmed, #appreciateyourpeople, #taketime, #showyoucare, #showup, #developedleader, #time, #bethechange, #thewayofthewolf, #Tuesdays, #newyear, #mentor
106: Politics in Business
mardi 10 janvier 2023 • Duration 10:00
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 106 | 01.10.2023
Episode Title: Politics in Business
Episode summary introduction:
- Focus on the area where you can make a difference
- Set the standard for everyone else around you
- Completely shut out all negativity
Key Moments
00:15 – Introduction
01:21 – How to navigate the politics…
03:06 – Lead by example…
05:38 – Delegating to your team for group accountability…
07:44 – Start thinking through where you can make a positive impact…
08:55 – In closing…
Host: Sean Barnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
#politics, #strongleadership, #accountability, #focus, #staypositive, #bepositive, #makeadifference, #bedifferent, #leadbyexample, #positiveinfluence, #setthebar, #setthestandard, #dontbeafraid, #staypositive, #staydiligent, #groupaccountability, #businessminded, #leadersoftoday, #momentum, #empower, #support, #thewayofthewolf
105: Setting Goals
mardi 3 janvier 2023 • Duration 12:28
Podcast Show Notes – Episode 105 | 01.03.2023
Episode Title: Setting Goals
Episode summary introduction:
- Plan your goals in five-year increments
- Create habits & routines that move you in the right direction
- Find someone who holds you accountable no matter what
Key Moments
00:00 – Introduction…
02:26 – Think Big…
04:29 – Working Backwards…
06:57 – Write it down…
08:00 – Discipline is key…
09:28 – Accountability…
10:10 – In closing…
Host: Sean Barnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: [email protected]
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
#settinggoals, #thinkbig, #workbackwards, #discipline, #bedisciplined, #berealistic, #stayconsistent, #creategoodhabits, #chinup, #accountability, #checkyourself, #guidance, #beaggressive, #writeitdown, #whoareyou, #setgoals, #pushyourself, #research, #skills, #develop, #startnow, #nowisthetime, #yougotthis, #lookinthemirror, #findyourwhy