Breaking Average
Breaking Average
A fully lived and understood life can only be achieved by those who choose to break average. If you are too careful, too cautious, or even too comfortable, then you will likely fall short of reaching your potential. In other words, choosing average, which is default living, will keep you from being your best.
This podcast explores a different path -- it explores what it means to break average. Each week we share insights and ideas to help propel you forward, curated from our own experiences, plus some of the top thought leaders in industry today. We share resources, practical tips, and helpful stories and science to give you tools to help you grow and make an impact.
The late/great Jim Rohn once said, "we should be something more than average.” Join us each week for the Breaking Average Podcast, and discover why this is so important.
This show is co-hosted by Paul Gustavson, a leader in the tech industry and the author of Leaders Press On, Speech Blueprint, Breaking Average, and the forthcoming book Imagine. Paul's daily focus is on the idea of Full Spectrum Innovation, which is centered on personal, technical, and corporate growth.
Starting in the 2022 fall season, Paul was joined by Barry Smith, and world-class coach, author, and speaker focused on Building What Matters. Other cohosts - who are still guests of the show include Rick Morris, Mike Harbour and Diane Caine.
This podcast explores a different path -- it explores what it means to break average. Each week we share insights and ideas to help propel you forward, curated from our own experiences, plus some of the top thought leaders in industry today. We share resources, practical tips, and helpful stories and science to give you tools to help you grow and make an impact.
The late/great Jim Rohn once said, "we should be something more than average.” Join us each week for the Breaking Average Podcast, and discover why this is so important.
This show is co-hosted by Paul Gustavson, a leader in the tech industry and the author of Leaders Press On, Speech Blueprint, Breaking Average, and the forthcoming book Imagine. Paul's daily focus is on the idea of Full Spectrum Innovation, which is centered on personal, technical, and corporate growth.
Starting in the 2022 fall season, Paul was joined by Barry Smith, and world-class coach, author, and speaker focused on Building What Matters. Other cohosts - who are still guests of the show include Rick Morris, Mike Harbour and Diane Caine.
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Jun 3, 2021 • 45min
YES - Invite Your Team
“It’s determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal - a commitment to excellence - that will enable you to attain the success you seek.” - Mario Andretti
The Yes Factor elements serve as activators that influence healthy commitment by the team. The essential elements - Invite your team, align their values, believe the vision
In this episode, the team discusses the Invite activator of the Yes Factor. To begin to achieve any leadership journey, somehow, somewhere, we have to answer the invitation. In order to grow your leadership vision, you must invite others to share in the journey.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breaking-average.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week is Chestnut Mountain Ranch. Chestnut Mountain Ranch is a Christ-centered home and school located in Morgantown, West Virginia. They reach the hearts of young men and restore broken families through a structured, loving community. Their vision is to restore hope to children and families.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
May 27, 2021 • 44min
Resilience - Overcome in the End
“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go?” - T.S. Eliot
The Resilience Factor elements generate courage for the team and its members. The essential elements - Acknowledge the threats, persevere through the middle, overcome in the end.
In this episode, the team discusses overcoming in the end. Everybody loves a comeback story. A story that showed great challenges and a breaking average mentality to overcome them.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breakingaverage.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, Trudy Menke & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week Cultivate Courage featuring Dave Cornell, one of the contributing authors to Breaking Average FACE YOUR FEARS. FULFILL YOUR DREAMS. Speaker, coach, author, and trainer Dave Cornell helps people overcome fear and cultivate courage so they can live a more productive, passionate, engaged life.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
May 20, 2021 • 46min
Resilience - Persevere Through the Middle
“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go?” - T.S. Eliot
The Resilience Factor elements generate courage for the team and its members. The essential elements - Acknowledge the threats, persevere through the middle, overcome in the end.
In this episode, the team discusses Persevere. Nelson Mandela said, “It always seems impossible until it’s done.” Persevere does not quit. It means pushing through the tough times and never quitting.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breakingaverage.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, Trudy Menke & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week Cultivate Courage featuring Dave Cornell, one of the contributing authors to Breaking Average FACE YOUR FEARS. FULFILL YOUR DREAMS. Speaker, coach, author, and trainer Dave Cornell helps people overcome fear and cultivate courage so they can live a more productive, passionate, engaged life.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
May 13, 2021 • 42min
Resilience - Acknowledge the Threats
“Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go?” - T.S. Eliot
The Resilience Factor elements generate courage for the team and its members. The essential elements - Acknowledge the threats, persevere through the middle, overcome in the end.
Acknowledging the threats is the first step of resilience. Often the need for courage is sprung upon us when we least expect it. It’s about recognizing the fears we have about those problems. When you acknowledge the threats, you can activate your courage, and courage leads to resilience.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breakingaverage.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week is Cultivating Courage. Speaker, coach, author, and trainer Dave Cornell helps people overcome fear and cultivate courage so they can live a more productive, passionate, engaged life.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
May 6, 2021 • 58min
Ownership - Implement Solutions
“It’s important to have a sound idea, but the really important thing is the implementation.” - Wilbur Ross
The Ownership Factor establishes deep connections for a team and a tribe starting with the leader. The essential elements - Define the opportunities, empower team members and implement solutions.
In this episode, the team dives into implementing solutions. Experiences of our own business, trials and tribulations, and lessons learned are shared.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breakingaverage.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week Harbour Resources. Let Mike and his team at Harbour Resources help you and your organizations. They help you become a leader that others will follow.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
Apr 29, 2021 • 44min
Ownership - Empower Team Members
“To be a leader is to enable others to embrace a vision, initiative or assignment in a way that they feel a sense of purpose, ownership, personal engagement, and common cause.” - Melanne Verveer
The Ownership Factor establishes deep connections for a team and a tribe starting with the leader. The essential elements - Define the opportunities, empower team members and implement solutions.
Any vision a leader has for the team requires the tea, to understand the vision; they need to buy into the vision and then be empowered to carry it out. Empowerment comes by utilizing their strengths to accomplish what needs to be done.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breakingaverage.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, DianeCaine & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week and contributing author Gloria Burgess. Be sure to check out her short video on the Power of Collaboration.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
Apr 22, 2021 • 42min
Ownership - Define the Opportunities
“Walk in line like you own the place.” - Marriott Key Card
The Ownership Factor establishes deep connections for a team and a tribe starting with the leader. The essential elements - Define the opportunities, empower team members and implement solutions.
The first thing a leader must do is define an opportunity, which os an objective, goal or need. Without clear objectives, it’s impossible for others to take ownership -- unless you want them to own average.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breakingaverage.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, Diane Caine & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week Trudy Menke and Reframing Leadership.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
Apr 15, 2021 • 1h 6min
Trust - Continue to Serve
“Trust doesn't mean that you trust that someone won't’ screw up - it means you trust them even when they do screw up.” -Ed Catmull
Trust is next up on the list of Seven Critical Factors to Team Strong Leadership. The Trust factor again has 3 critical elements - Be and stay credible, be dependable and continue to serve.
The third component of trust is to continue to serve.
A leader who believes in the team, and sees each person as a key contributor, sets the tone of serviceIt all starts with leaders exhibiting a behavior of care and support for others.When you serve others, you are demonstrating your belief in the cause and that you are all in with them -- and for them.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breakingaverage.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, Diane Caine & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week Dave Horsager. Dave and his team are giving away a free resource to the Breaking Average audience. Please visit https://www.trustedleaderbook.com/breakingaverage/ to receive this resource and to get your copy of David’s newest book The Trusted Leader.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
Apr 8, 2021 • 1h 2min
Trust - Be Dependable
“Trust doesn't mean that you trust that someone won't’ screw up - it means you trust them even when they do screw up.” -Ed Catmull
Trust is next up on the list of Seven Critical Factors to Team Strong Leadership. The Trust factor again has 3 critical elements - Be and stay credible, be dependable and continue to serve.
The second point of the trust factor is to be dependable.
Dependability is the hallmark of trust.People are drawn to those who follow through and meet expectations.A leader can’t go far without a team he or she can depend on.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breakingaverage.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, Diane Caine & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week Dave Horsager. Dave and his team are giving away a free resource to the Breaking Average audience. Please visit https://www.trustedleaderbook.com/breakingaverage/ to receive this resource and to get your copy of David’s newest book The Trusted Leader.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
Apr 1, 2021 • 50min
Trust - Stay Credible
“Trust doesn't mean that you trust that someone won't’ screw up - it means you trust them even when they do screw up.” -Ed Catmull
Trust is next up on the list of SevenCritical Factors to Team Strong Leadership. The Trust factor again has 3 critical elements - Be and stay credible, be dependable and continue to serve.
Credibility is the starting off point of the trust factor:
Credibility comes from competence and commitmentCredibility is the quality of being trusted and believed in. Credible means you are authentic.
Watch us on the weekly Empowered Living show at noon on Thursday.
We’re always looking for the story of Breaking Average from the communities that we serve that the world that our listeners are involved in. If you know of a leader out there who is Breaking Average, in the way that they lead, the way that they serve their communities, their organizations, the leaders around them, we'd love for you to go to https://www.breakingaverage.com/podcast let us know of a leader that you think we should talk to as well.
Purchase the Breaking Average book by clicking here: http://bit.ly/breakaverage
Connect with your Breaking Average Crew: Paul Gustavson, Mike Harbour, Diane Caine & Rick Morris
Thank you to Sponsor this week and contributing author Jay Johnson.
Produced by Rick A. Morris with R2 Multimedia, LLC
