Given the Choice, Would People Choose to Follow You?
Regardless of the type of work you do, and who is (or isn’t) on your team, the job of being a leader starts with you. This is why you should invest time to evaluate how well you are doing at the job of leading yourself and leading others. And, of equal importance, evaluate why you…
Read MoreIs Your Leadership Worth the Price of Admission?
Imagine seeing an action movie at a large multiplex theater with 30 screens. You purchase your ticket, find your way into Theater 16, where your film is showing, and sit in your seat. As soon as the movie starts, you realize you made a huge mistake. The acting is terrible, the storyline is predictable, and…
Read MoreEpisode 229: Unravel What It Means to ENGAGE Your Team with Dr. Patrick Leddin
In this insightful episode, Patrick takes a deep dive into our ENGAGE course, detailing how it prepares leaders to cultivate an environment where people are motivated to give their best. He breaks down two key truths about engagement and unveils the S-T-A-R-S Framework. As part of a comprehensive six-episode series, this discussion is designed to…
Read MoreA Leader’s Checklist to Empower Your Team in 2024
Quick Thought: It’s time to move beyond the old mantra of ‘doing more with less’ and focus instead on empowering your team in 2024. As we embark on 2024, embracing a new perspective on leadership is essential. Every member of your team possesses unique talents, skills, and passions – think of them as individual powerhouses…
Read MoreEpisode 228: Build a Team of Problem Solvers via the INSPIRE Course with Dr. Patrick Leddin
In the latest installment of the Leadership Lab Podcast, Patrick dives into the theme of nurturing ‘ready now’ leaders equipped to effectively guide teams in 2024 and beyond. Expanding on themes from previous episodes about the Leadership Lab Content and System, Patrick introduces the INSPIRE course, designed to transform your team into adept problem solvers.…
Read MoreEpisode 227: Learn to SERVE Your People with Excellence with Dr. Patrick Leddin
In this episode, Patrick continues his conversation about the Leadership Lab’s Content and System to grow leaders. He focuses on the course SERVE which teaches how to be a customer-driven leader who treats team members as you would treat your very best customer. Learn about the importance of both your Essence and Expertise as a…
Read More7 Unforgettable Leadership Gifts for the Holiday Season and Beyond
Throughout the year, we give gifts to mark various occasions. For many, exchanging presents is not merely tradition but an outward sign of appreciation for another. People put time, energy, and effort into finding the perfect gift. The gift-giving practice often extends to the workplace, where leaders give presents to their team members for birthdays,…
Read MoreEpisode 226: Explore Our DISRUPT Signature Course with Dr. Patrick Leddin
In this latest Leadership Lab podcast episode, Patrick delves deeper into the evolution of leaders for 2024 and beyond. Expanding on last week’s insights, he emphasizes the pivotal equation: Content + System = Success. Patrick introduces the transformative DISRUPT course, designed to empower leaders to break free from the “this won’t work here” mindset, fostering…
Read MoreReady-Fire-Aim Is a Sure Way to Miss the Target
Our son, Clay, once requested a shelving unit for his room. He didn’t want anything extravagant, just a few shelves for books and assorted items. I quickly considered my options. We could go to a furniture store that day and pick up an item, search our house to see what we could repurpose, ask a…
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