The Focus 3 Podcast

Tim Kight interviews Mark McCullough, Executive Vice President at AEP Transmission. Mark has worked his way up through the utility industry leading many successful teams and projects. He and Tim discuss the mindset of effective leadership and how having established culture standards is essential to safety.

Cori Close, the dynamic UCLA Women's Basketball Coach, shares her journey and insights shaped by the legendary John Wooden. They dive into the vital role of self-awareness in leadership and the importance of understanding one’s 'why' as a coach. Cori discusses the influence of mentorship and the significance of leaving a legacy of service. She emphasizes structured reflection techniques like journaling for personal growth and aligns actions with core values, stressing that character development is key in inspiring others.

Tim Kight interviews Nick Foligno, captain of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Nick gives some deep insight in how he rose to the challenge when his family faced tremendous adversity right as his team began to make a run in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.  — 0:00 Intro 7:04 Nick's background 13:55 Developing a leadership mindset 22:55 High confidence and low ego 26:38 Own your role 32:08 Create your own energy 34:17 The Foligno family deals with adversity 37:36 What resilient people do 41:54 The family deals with adversity again... 45:26 ...and again 47:58 Find a way 54:35 A lesson in leadership 57:12 Closing  

Tim Kight, a renowned speaker and expert on mental toughness, shares invaluable insights on strengthening mental resilience. He discusses five key strategies, emphasizing self-awareness and emotional management. Kight explains how adopting a disciplined mindset can help navigate challenges and transform negative emotions into positive outcomes. He highlights the significance of curiosity, empathy in active listening, and the power of positive self-talk, even drawing from his own journey of recovery after knee surgery. Prepare to unlock your mental toughness!

Tim Kight addresses the issue of how to deal with change. It's an inescapable reality: things change. Here's another reality: life will get increasingly difficult if you don't. 0:00 Intro 1:43 Addressing the necessity of change in your world 5:20 Why do we resist change? 10:08 #1 - DON’T expect certainty and stability; DO prepare for ambiguity and instability 11:08 #2 - DON’T Seek protection in the comfort zone; DO get comfortable with the uncomfortable. 12:20 #3 - DON’T ignore the change or distort it; DO see it with clarity and courage. 12:52 #4 - DON’T hold on to what you need to let go; DO eliminate what is no longer necessary. 13:43 #5 - DON’T act like a victim; DO Take ownership. 14:09 #6 - DON’T blame the company as rationalization for resisting change; DO step up. 15:03 #7 - DON’T get locked in narrow, negative focus frame; DO understand the change, align with it, use it for your benefit. 16:18 #8 - DON’T waste time and energy resisting. BCD; DO invest time by adjusting and making necessary changes.    17:00 #9 - DON’T try to control the uncontrollable; DO control the controllables. 17:40 #10 - DON’T slow down and drag your feet; DO accelerate and get busy making changes you need to make. 18:34 #11 - DON’T let the past control you; DO embrace the future. 19:34 #12 - DON’T rely on old skills; DO build new skills. 20:32 Closing 21:30 Outtake - Change is an external event; Stress is an internal response.  

Tim Kight talks about four important questions for leaders to ask themselves. In particular, this one is important for coaches and teachers as a new semester and a season begins. 0:00 Intro 1:46 No.1 - What mindset are you bringing? 12:31 No.2 - What is your strategy for creating positive energy? 29:14 No.3 - How strong are the connections you've built? 35:09 No.4 - What is you plan for making a difference? 47:57 Closing

Tim Kight introduces you to Charlie Zimmerman, a high schooler who discovered the power of E+R=O through Urban Meyer's book, Above the Line. This speech is from his high school graduation, and what you're about to hear is his testimony about how The R Factor changed his life. 0:00 Intro 2:00 Charlie Zimmerman graduation speech 8:00 Closing

Dr. John Marchhausen, the Superintendent of Hilliard City Schools, shares insights on building a thriving educational culture. He discusses the impactful R Factor program and the district's commitment to inclusivity, including a welcoming center for non-English students. Marchhausen emphasizes the importance of the E plus R equals O framework in fostering accountability and resilience in students. He delves into the significance of behavioral skills, teamwork, and embracing growth through productive discomfort to prepare students for diverse futures.

Tim Kight delivered this fantastic keynote on what leadership is and the essential skills a leader needs to develop.