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Feb 9, 2023 • 15min

Leverage Three Proven Frameworks to Transform Managers into Leaders

To transform managers into leaders is a crucial step in the growth and success of an organization. It involves equipping them with the necessary leadership skills, such as communication, decision-making, and team-building, and fostering a leadership mindset that prioritizes empathy, innovation, and accountability. I'm Gene Hammett, an executive coach with over ten years of experience working with CEOs and their executive teams. In this episode, I'll talk about the leverage of three proven frameworks to transform managers into leaders. These effective frameworks to transform your managers into leaders can create a dynamic and inspiring work environment that drives success and innovation. After studying the leadership of fast-growth companies, I have developed frameworks and insights to help you and your company grow. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to transform your managers into leaders, tune in to this podcast episode today.   Get the show notes for Leverage Three Proven Frameworks to Transform Managers into Leaders with Gene Hammett Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/GeneHammett963   #TransformManagersintoLeaders #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode963 #Inc2022 #GeneHammett Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!
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Feb 6, 2023 • 22min

The Importance of Being an Authentic Leader with Kenny Chapman at The Blue Collar Success Group

Being an authentic leader is important because it helps to build trust and credibility with team members. When leaders are genuine and transparent, it creates a sense of safety and respect within the team. Additionally, being true to oneself allow leaders to be more adaptable and effective in different situations. Authentic leaders are also better equipped to inspire and empower others to reach their full potential. Today's guest is Kenny Chapman, Founder, and CEO at The Blue Collar Success Group. Inc Magazine ranked his company #3,278 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. The Blue Collar Success Group is a coaching, training, and business development organization supporting the home services industry in the U.S., Canada, and Australia. In this episode, Kenny talks about being an authentic leader. He also talks about core values and how ego usually gets in the way. Being an authentic leader takes courage and a commitment to one's values, but the rewards are well worth it. I hope this special podcast has encouraged you to reflect on your leadership style and strive to lead in a more authentic and genuine way.   Get the show notes for The Importance of Being an Authentic Leader with Kenny Chapman at The Blue Collar Success Group Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #KennyChapman featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttKennyChapman   #BeinganAuthenticLeader #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode962 #Inc2022 #businessdevelopmentorganization Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!
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Feb 2, 2023 • 24min

How to Get Employee Buy-in with Erik Olson at Array Digital

How do you get employee buy-in? For most leaders, it’s an important question to consider. Getting employee buy-in is an important step in implementing changes or new initiatives within an organization. One way to achieve this is to involve employees in the decision-making process, giving them a sense of ownership and investment in the outcome. Today’s guest is Erik Olson, Founder, and CEO at Array Digital. Inc Magazine ranked his company #3,494 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Array Digital offers everything you need to establish a strong online presence by combining the latest technologies with real-world expertise to deliver fully integrated digital marketing campaigns that generate trackable results. In this episode, Erik talks about how to get employee buy-in and the importance of having the right team. He also talks about transparency and setting expectations before the interview. Tune in and learn more about how to get employee buy-in to the changes you want to make and the vision you established.   Get the show notes for How to Get Employee Buy-in with Erik Olson at Array Digital Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #ErikOlson featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttErikOlson   #GetEmployeeBuyin #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode961 #Inc2022 #digitalmarketingcampaigns Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!
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Jan 30, 2023 • 26min

Leading Without Ego with Gary Mittman and Andrea Fenster at KERV Interactive

Leading without ego means putting the needs of the team or organization before one's desires or personal agenda. It involves being open to feedback and criticism and being willing to admit mistakes. A leader with a strong ego may make decisions based on their self-interest, while a leader without an ego will make decisions based on what is best for the group. This style of leadership can help to create a positive and productive work environment, as well as build trust among team members. Today’s guests are Gary Mittman and Andi Fenster, CEO and CPO at KERV Interactive. Inc Magazine ranked his company #556 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. KERV Interactive is a digital advertising platform built on patented technology to create shoppable and immersive experiences within a video. In this episode, Gary and Andi talk about why leading without ego is an important aspect of the growth of the company. They also talk about value transparency and why coaching all levels of the company is essential. Tune in to this episode and learn all about the things that you need to understand leading without ego is a crucial aspect of effective leadership.   Get the show notes for Leading Without Ego with Gary Mittman and Andrea Fenster at KERV Interactive Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #GaryMittman #AndreaFenster featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttGaryMittmanAndreaFenster   #LeadingWithoutEgo #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode960 #Inc2022 #interactivevideoplatform Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!
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Jan 26, 2023 • 10min

How to Accelerate Your Growth By Learning from Other Inc 5000 CEOs with Gene Hammett

If you want to accelerate your growth, there's no better way to learn than from other successful CEOs. The Inc 5000 list is full of inspiring entrepreneurs who have achieved incredible success. By hearing their stories and understanding their strategies, you can gain valuable insights into what it takes to reach the top. I'm Gene Hammett, an executive coach, and my job is to help YOU accelerate your growth. After studying the leadership of fast-growth companies — the Inc 5000 — I have discovered how their approach to leadership activates growth. We have set this unique experience for Inc 5000 CEOs to engage with other fast-growth CEOs about strategy, leadership, culture, execution, and other aspects of growth. Our mission is to accelerate your growth with modern leadership and a competitive-advantage culture and create new opportunities for you and your company. Join us for a unique experience with other successful visionary leaders where we facilitate in a way that allows you to gain insight into your next moves.   Get the show notes for How to Accelerate Your Growth By Learning from Other Inc 5000 CEOs with Gene Hammett Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttGeneHammett959   #Accelerate Your Growth #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode959 #Inc2022 #AccelerateLeadershipExperience #PorscheExperienceCenter Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!
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Jan 23, 2023 • 24min

Building a Team of Leaders with Jeff Lantz at Prosponsive Logistics

Building a team of leaders can be a challenge, but it's critical for success. When you focus on building a team of leaders, you must start by getting to know them on a personal level and giving them a chance to learn from each other. It’s about building relationships, making things happen, and motivating people. Today’s guest is Jeff Lantz, Founder, and CEO at Prosponsive Logistics. Inc Magazine ranked his company #3,943 on the 2022 Inc 5000 list. Prosponsive® logistics is committed to delivering a higher standard by embodying the Prosponsive® Approach, meaning they proactively communicate and respond to customers, carriers, and anyone involved in the cycle of transportation solutions. In this episode, Jeff talks about building a team of leaders and how he gets to know them on a personal level. He also talks about figuring out what drives them and giving them a chance to learn. Tune in and discover the secrets to building a team of leaders and the keys to next-level growth.   Get the show notes for Building a Team of Leaders with Jeff Lantz at Prosponsive Logistics Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #JeffLantz featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttJeffLantz   #BuildingaTeamofLeaders #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode958 #Inc2022 #transportationsolutions Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!
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Jan 19, 2023 • 34min

Buy Back Your Time - Interview with Author - Dan Martell

How you use your free time will make or break your success. The secret? It’s not about working harder or finding more time to do work. Today’s guest is Dan Martell, best-selling author of the book: Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire. Dan Martell is an entrepreneur, angel investor, thought leader, and highly sought-after coach in the SaaS, or software as a service, industry. He founded, scaled, and successfully exited three technology companies within a ten year period. With over two decades of experience as a serial entrepreneur and founder, Dan Martell shares the secrets to working less and playing more while building an empire. Tune in and learn the fastest way to make money and free up your time to enjoy life.   Get the show notes for Buy Back Your Time - Interview with Author - Dan Martell Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank with #DanMartell featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttDanMartell   #BuyBackYourTime #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode957 #BestSellingAuthor Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!
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Jan 16, 2023 • 13min

Healthy Leaders Have Increased Productivity and Effectiveness with Gene Hammett

Healthy leaders understand that the connection between performance and leadership is a two-way street. Productive and healthy leaders are focused, effective and productive. They help their employees learn and grow, take care of their health, and believe in their staff, day after day. I'm Gene Hammett, an executive coach with over ten years of experience working with CEOs and their executive teams. After studying the leadership of fast-growth companies, I have developed frameworks and insights to help you and your company grow. Tune in to this special episode and learn how being a healthy leader can increase productivity and effectiveness.   Get the show notes for Healthy Leaders Have Increased Productivity and Effectiveness with Gene Hammett Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttGeneHammett956   #HealthyLeaders #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode956 #Inc2022 Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!
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Jan 12, 2023 • 7min

How to Create Success with This One Trait with Gene Hammett

How to create success with the power of self-belief? You need a clear idea of what you want and believe you can achieve it. Self-belief can help you tackle any challenge and create success in every area of your life - it's the key! Whether you are starting your career or transitioning to a new role and need a confidence boost, I've got some great tips and advice on how to do it. Join us as we dive into the topic of self-belief and how it create success. I'm Gene Hammett, an executive coach with over ten years of experience working with CEOs and their executive teams. After studying the leadership of fast-growth companies, I have developed frameworks and insights to help you and your company grow. Learn how to create success with the power of self-belief and achieve your dreams.   Get the show notes for How to Create Success with This One Trait with Gene Hammett Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttGeneHammett955   #HowtoCreateSuccess #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode955 #Inc2022 Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!
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Jan 9, 2023 • 18min

Stop Feeling Overwhelmed with A Time Audit by Gene Hammett

It is easy to overthink your time and feel overwhelmed. One of the first steps in taking back your time is to understand how much time you're spending on tasks and projects. A time audit can be a powerful tool for improving work productivity, even if you're interested in increasing productivity within a team, department, or entire organization. If you keep feeling overwhelmed with your time and don’t know where to start, this is the simple way to get started! In this episode, I will explain why you need to do a time audit, what makes a good one, and how to make sure your approach is helpful enough to stay focused. I'm Gene Hammett, an executive coach with over ten years of experience working with CEOs and their executive teams. After studying the leadership of fast-growth companies, I have developed frameworks and insights to help you and your company grow. As a busy entrepreneur, you probably feel overwhelmed by your daily to-do list. To make it easier for you, I’ve put together strategic ways to stop you from feeling overwhelmed with the help of a time audit.   Get the show notes for Stop Feeling Overwhelmed with A Time Audit Click to Tweet: Listening to a fantastic episode on Growth Think Tank featuring with your host @GeneHammett https://bit.ly/gttGeneHammett954   #TimeAudit #GeneHammettPodcast #GHepisode954 #Inc2022 Give Growth Think Tank a review on iTunes!

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