Motivational Mondays: Conversations with Leaders

National Society of Leadership and Success
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Mar 1, 2021 • 12min

Surprising Traits of Effective Leaders (Feat. Kozhi Makai) Part 2

As a behavioral scientist with two doctorates, Dr. Kozhi trains individuals and teams to push beyond simply “showing up” at work, and instead to actually thrive in their jobs and in their lives.  In this finale of our 2-part special, we focus on leadership at work.  You’ll learn the traits you need to be an effective leader; Why “employability skills” beat “technical skills” any day; and how college students can find their next mentor. LEARN MORE:  >>> Get Kozhi’s new book “Disrupted! Resiliently Reintegrating After Stress & Adversity” {https://amzn.to/3aq3xmD} >>> Connect with Kozhi on LinkedIn {https://www.linkedin.com/in/kozhi}, Facebook {https://www.facebook.com/KozhiMakaiWorldwide}, or YouTube {https://www.youtube.com/kozhismakai/videos}   NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:  In the bonus episode, you’ll learn how one moment changed the course of Kozhi’s career, why being “flawsome” makes us human and why perfection is not the goal. {https://thens.ls/2NxXRP3}Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
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Feb 22, 2021 • 13min

Learn Your Strengths. Know Your Value. (Feat. Kozhi Makai) Part 1 of 2

As a behavioral scientist with two doctorates, Dr. Kozhi trains individuals and teams to push beyond simply “showing up” at work, and instead to actually thrive in their jobs and in their lives.  Learn the tools he uses at Kozhi Makai Worldwide to help people identify their own unique strengths, sharpen their edge, and find their true value.  In this week’s episode, you’ll learn about the 3-point process for identifying your own strengths; Why leaders should stay out of the way; Separating work/life when working from home; Managing stress (and why some stress is actually good for you). LEARN MORE:  >>> Connect with Kozhi on LinkedIn {https://www.linkedin.com/in/kozhi}, Facebook {https://www.facebook.com/KozhiMakaiWorldwide}, or YouTube {https://www.youtube.com/kozhismakai/videos} >>> Get Kozhi’s new book “Disrupted! Resiliently Reintegrating After Stress & Adversity” {https://amzn.to/3aq3xmD} NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:  In the bonus episode, you’ll learn about the impacts of stress in the short and long-term, simple steps you can take today to de-stress your life, and the resiliency needed to grow from failure. {http://thens.ls/KM-MM}Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
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Feb 15, 2021 • 15min

Leadership Lessons From the Battlefield (Feat. Jake Wood)

After being deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan as a scout-sniper, Jake returned home from the Marine Corps in search of a new mission.  What began as 8 friends providing aid to earthquake survivors in Haiti, grew into 130,000 volunteers across the United States—and a chance for veterans to find life’s second calling.  Learn about the leadership skills Jake brought back from his time on the battlefield, and how “leading with love” helped him build Team Rubicon into one of the most celebrated non-profits in the world. In this week’s episode, we discuss practical advice for leaders, dealing with mental health during the pandemic, and vaccine distribution and how you can help. LEARN MORE:  >>> Visit Team Rubicon to donate, volunteer, or learn more (www.teamrubiconusa.org)  >>> Get Jake’s new book ‘Once a Warrior: How One Veteran Found a New Mission Closer to Home’ (https://amzn.to/3q2UA8h) >>> Follow Jake and Team Rubicon on Instagram (instagram.com/teamrubicon/) or Twitter (twitter.com/teamrubicon)   NSLS MEMBERS ONLY:In the members-only Bonus episode, you’ll learn about Advice for employers and why you should hire veterans; Life after the military and dealing with mental health; What you need to build a great culture inside your organization. (http://thens.ls/JW-MM)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
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Feb 8, 2021 • 11min

Create Your Own Opportunities (Feat. Adam Grant) Part 2 of 2

As an organizational psychologist for some of the biggest brands, and one of the world’s 10 most influential management thinkers, Adam Grant knows a thing or two about leadership. Now, he’s on a journey to rethink, relearn, and have an open mind — while teaching others how to do the same!  In part two of our Adam Grant special, we dive into what it takes to become a great leader. In this week’s episode, we talk about what you’ll need to become a true leader (hint: it’s more than just skills), why the greatest innovators always fail before they succeed, building your “challenge network," and how to be in the right room at the right time. LEARN MORE:  >>> Get Adam’s new book “THINK AGAIN: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know” (https://amzn.to/3pwqSZ9) >>> Subscribe to Adam’s WorkLife podcast (http://thens.ls/2MoxJ8z) >>> Connect with Adam on Twitter (twitter.com/adammgrant) or LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/AdamMGrant/)   NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: In the Bonus episode, you’ll hear about Adam’s “favorite personal failure” that forced him to rethink many long-held assumptions; Mental time travel, and getting in touch with your past self. (http://thens.ls/AG-MM)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
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Feb 1, 2021 • 13min

Knowing What You Don’t Know (Feat. Adam Grant) Part 1 of 2

Adam Grant has accomplished quite a bit in his career: “World’s 10 most influential management thinkers.”  “Fortune’s 40 Under 40 list.”  “Top-rated professor at Wharton for 7 years straight.”  “Author of four New York Times bestselling books.”  “TED Talk speaker with 17 million views.”  As an organizational psychologist for some of the biggest brands in the world, he is an expert on helping us find meaning at work, and live more generous and creative lives.  And now, he’s on a journey to rethink, relearn, have an open mind — and teaching others how to do the same.  In this week’s episode, we talk about when changing your mind is a good thing, why hard work is not enough, the right way to deal with criticism, and how rethinking and relearning helps you get ahead. LEARN MORE:  >>> Get Adam’s new book “THINK AGAIN: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know” (https://amzn.to/3pwqSZ9)  >>> Subscribe to Adam’s WorkLife podcast (http://thens.ls/2MoxJ8z)  >>> Connect with Adam on Twitter (twitter.com/adammgrant) or LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/AdamMGrant/) NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: In the Bonus episode, you’ll hear Adam’s advice on Fighting social media algorithms to expand our information bubbles; Why great leaders promote diversity of thought and avoid groupthink; Responding to feedback: "getting an A+ for how you respond to a D-" (http://thens.ls/MM-AG)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
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Jan 25, 2021 • 9min

Setting Goals With 5 Years to Live (Feat. Leanne Kabat)

What would you do if you were given just 5 years to live? For Leanne, that wasn’t just a hypothetical, it was the hard-hitting truth.  Determined to make the most of the little time she had left, Leanne set out to live life to the fullest. Since then, she’s travelled to 49 countries, published 3 books, and became an international speaker.  In this week’s episode, we talk about the moment Leanne started truly living, setting goals that actually matter, and why journaling makes all the difference. LEARN MORE:  >>> Read Leanne’s new book: The 5 Seasons of Connection to Your Business Brilliance (https://amzn.to/3nuYaXi) >>> Connect with Leanne on LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/leannekabat/) and Facebook (facebook.com/5SeasonsLife/) >>> Bonus: Download the free 5 Seasons of Connection cheatsheet (http://thens.ls/NSLS-5-Seasons) >>> Bonus: Watch Leanne’s full interview on Toronto City News (http://thens.ls/2Y6NS4E) NSLS MEMBERS ONLY: In the Bonus episode, you’ll hear advice on Knowing your “seasons” to navigate any storm; The benefits of taking risks; Discovering yourself and becoming unstoppable. (http://thens.ls/MM-LK)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
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Jan 18, 2021 • 10min

Aging In Reverse (Feat. Nate Wilkins)

After serving in the Navy, running fitness programs at 5-star hotels, and completing a 27-year career with Parks & Recreation — Nate reinvented himself many times. But his greatest calling yet is changing the conversation about aging.  In this week’s episode, we talk about staying ageless, controlling your state of mind, and why you must adapt to survive. LEARN MORE:  Join the Ageless Workout tribe on Facebook (facebook.com/agelessworkout/) and Instagram (instagram.com/agelessworkout/) Connect with Nate on LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-wilkins/) Read Nate’s book series on Amazon Kindle: The NOW Factor For Success (https://amzn.to/2Lh72Cl) NSLS MEMBERS ONLY... In this week's bonus episode, you'll hear advice on steps to take today to live to 100 tomorrow, the power of a second career, and becoming the best version of yourself. (http://thens.ls/NW-MM)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
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Jan 11, 2021 • 8min

Knowing When to Pivot and When to Double Down (Feat. Amy Balliett)

Amy has worked with some of the world’s biggest brands including Microsoft, Boeing, Starbucks, the Discovery Channel, and even the United Nations to visually tell stories that get people to take notice... and more importantly to take action!  We talk about the ups and downs of her entrepreneurial journey, knowing when to pivot and when to double down, and the lessons learned in transitioning from a side hustle, to growing her business, to getting acquired. LEARN MORE:  Read Amy’s new book (the complete guide to visual communication and visual strategy): Killer Visual Strategies (https://amzn.to/38Ya5aj) Check out Amy’s LinkedIn Learning course: Data Visualizations (linkedin.com/learning/data-visualization-best-practices) Connect with Amy on Twitter (twitter.com/AmyBalliett) NSLS MEMBER EXCLUSIVE... In this week’s bonus episode, you’ll hear Amy’s advice on starting a business when you don’t have savings, why you should do every job before hiring, and how to find the right balance between visuals and text. (http://thens.ls/AB-MM)Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
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Jan 4, 2021 • 9min

Writing Your Own Ticket (Feat. Jacob McMillen)

Just Google the word “Copywriter” and chances are JacobMcMillen.com will be the first search result that pops up.  Now that’s no accident. That’s content strategy, focus, and hard work. Jacob shares his journey of going from door-to-door sales, to majoring in accounting, and now running a successful Copywriting business—and teaching others how to do the same. LEARN MORE:  Subscribe to Jacob’s podcast: Write Bites (10-minute chats on writing, marketing, and freelancing) {https://jacobmcmillen.com/write-bites} Get Jacob’s free copywriting crash-course {https://jacobmcmillen.com/} NSLS MEMBER EXCLUSIVE In this week’s bonus episode, you’ll hear Jacob’s advice on: The #1 resource for getting started in Copywriting, and finding your niche. {https://hubs.la/H0DcRSt0}Mentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop
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Dec 27, 2020 • 3min

Motivational Mondays: What to Expect

Welcome to Motivational Mondays: Conversations with Leaders! Each week, entrepreneurs, authors, and leadership experts will share the secrets to success. You’ll hear the ups and downs of their inspirational journeys, the lessons learned, and get actionable advice in 10 minutes or less.  For those of you unfamiliar with the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), we are the nation’s largest leadership honor society, with more than 1.3 million members training to become stronger leaders each day.Learn more at thens.ls/mmpodcastMentioned in this episode:Get 20% Off at the NSLS ShopUse code MONDAYS for 20% your entire purchase at shop.nsls.orgNSLS Shop

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