Coaching for Leaders
Dave Stachowiak
Leaders aren’t born, they’re made. This Monday show helps you discover leadership wisdom through insightful conversations. Independently produced weekly since 2011, Dr. Dave Stachowiak brings perspective from a thriving, global leadership academy, plus more than 15 years of leadership at Dale Carnegie. Bestselling authors, expert researchers, deep conversation, and regular dialogue with listeners have attracted 40 million downloads and over 250K followers on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Activate your FREE membership to access the entire leadership and management library at CoachingforLeaders.com
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Aug 15, 2020 • 33min
485: What Effective Delegation Looks Like, with Michael Byrne
Michael Byrne, an attorney and partner at Silverman Shin & Byrne, shares valuable insights on effective delegation. He compares trying to handle everything alone in leadership to mowing a lawn with scissors. With a focus on fostering the right conversation dynamics, he emphasizes the importance of allowing others to speak and discovering their own solutions. Delegating not only frees up time for skill development but also enhances leadership presence and deep work. Michael's experiences showcase how delegation can transform responsibilities into tools for empowerment and team growth.
Aug 10, 2020 • 39min
484: Where to Start on Subscriptions, with Robbie Kellman Baxter
Robbie Kellman Baxter, an expert in membership and subscription models, shares her extensive experience in helping organizations adapt to these shifts. She discusses the growing trend towards subscriptions in various industries, emphasizing the importance of creating a 'forever promise' to customers. Robbie highlights the need for businesses to truly understand their best customers and avoid simply repackaging existing services. She also provides insights into innovative approaches that enhance subscriber value, focusing on long-term relationships over immediate sales.
Aug 3, 2020 • 30min
483: How to Start in Leadership, with Bonni Stachowiak
Discover tips for new supervisors navigating the challenges of leadership. Gain insights on leading individuals older than yourself and hear inspiring stories from influential leaders like Katharine Graham. Learn how to balance personal well-being with professional responsibilities while fostering collaboration. Explore strategies for effective communication and decision-making in diverse teams, and uncover valuable resources to support your leadership journey.
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Jul 27, 2020 • 33min
482: How to Sell Your Vision, with Michael Hyatt
Michael Hyatt, CEO of Michael Hyatt & Company and author of bestselling books, shares his insights on leadership and vision communication. He emphasizes starting with direct reports who resist change and the importance of active listening. Hyatt highlights the necessity of aligning your vision with your boss's goals and presents strategies for gaining team buy-in. He also discusses the delicate balance between critical thinking and innovation, along with effective presentation techniques to communicate your vision clearly and consistently.
Jul 20, 2020 • 39min
481: How Great Teams Find Purpose, with David Burkus
David Burkus, an award-winning author known for his insights on innovation and leadership, shares powerful strategies for team motivation. He emphasizes the importance of picking a meaningful 'fight' rather than competing with rivals. Burkus outlines three useful fights for leaders: the Revolutionary Fight, the Underdog Fight, and the Ally Fight, each serving to unite and inspire teams around a shared purpose. He also discusses how superordinate goals can enhance collaboration and creativity within organizations.
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Jul 13, 2020 • 40min
480: Get Noticed Without Selling Out, with Laura Huang
In this engaging discussion, Laura Huang, an associate professor at Harvard Business School and author of *Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage*, shares insights on navigating personal and professional spaces. She argues that embracing constraints can turn challenges into strengths and that self-awareness shouldn't hinder guidance. Laura emphasizes the importance of owning your narrative and actively shaping how others perceive you. Plus, she dispels the myth that being authentic equates to selling out, championing the power of storytelling in leadership.
Jul 11, 2020 • 40min
479: Leadership Lies We Tell Ourselves, with Emily Leathers
Join Emily Leathers, an executive coach and author of "The 7 Leadership Lies," as she unpacks the myths leaders often tell themselves, from overcommitment to the misconception that emotions have no place at work. Emily emphasizes the importance of prioritization, revealing how to manage expectations without the pressure of timelines. She advocates for embracing emotions, arguing that they can enhance decision-making and foster a healthier workplace culture, especially in the tech sector. Tune in for valuable insights that can transform your leadership approach!
Jul 6, 2020 • 37min
478: How to Explore Personality, with Bonni Stachowiak
The hosts tackle the complexities of balancing strengths and weaknesses in leadership. They critique the strengths movement and stress the importance of self-awareness and personal vision. Insights into effective personality assessments like Myers-Briggs and StrengthsFinder are shared. The discussion also emphasizes creating a comfortable atmosphere for authentic podcast interviews. Additionally, ethical storytelling in healthcare and education is explored, highlighting the need for vulnerability and curiosity in leadership.
Jun 29, 2020 • 40min
477: Transform Panic Into Purpose, with Pat Flynn
In this conversation, Pat Flynn, a renowned entrepreneur and bestselling author, shares his journey from a sudden layoff in 2008 to finding purpose in entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability and transparency during uncertain times. Pat offers practical insights on transforming panic into purposeful action, reminding leaders about the value of honest communication during layoffs. His experience reveals how fear can fuel growth, encouraging listeners to embrace challenges and seek new opportunities in their careers.
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Jun 22, 2020 • 34min
476: How to Pivot Quickly, with Steve Blank
Steve Blank, a Silicon Valley serial entrepreneur and the mind behind the Lean Startup movement, shares insights on how to pivot quickly in business. He emphasizes the creation of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and the importance of customer discovery for validating ideas. Blank discusses the necessity of rapid testing and refining based on customer feedback to adapt effectively to market changes. He also reflects on leveraging technology for customer interactions, showcasing how video conferencing tools can enhance discovery and feedback processes.
