Blue Collar Leadership

Mack Story shares thoughts related to some of his favorite quotes from Stephen M. R. Covey, author of "The Speed of Trust" and son of Stephen R. Covey author of "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People". Many of the quotes and thoughts are focused on the cost associated with distrust and disengagement. Trust decreases costs throughout the organization. Distrust increases costs throughout the organ...

Discover the importance of trust relative to cultural transformation and consider a few thought-provoking questions about building trust and creating distrust. If you're in a leadership position, you'll develop a deeper understanding of why intentionally and methodically building trust with your team members and among your team is your responsibility. Mack Story also shares about his 3 book bundle...

Look in the mirror and take responsibility as Mack Story shares some thought-provoking quotes from Jim Rohn (1930-2009) and his mentor Earl Shoaff (1916-1965) that will raise your awareness and help you wipe the fog off of your mirror. #bluecollarleadership #leadershippodcast #takeresponsibility #intentionalliving #successmindset #growthmindset #leadyourlife #success #leadership #personalgrowth #s...

When it comes to cultural transformation, too many leaders are dropping the ball!! When the leader drops the ball, what could have been true cultural transformation becomes just another "program of the month" initiative. The worst leaders cast blame and accuse their teams of dropping the ball. However, their teams were never carrying the ball. The leader is the only one who carries this ball. If t...

In this follow up interview, Rene Duron   (Real People Getting Real Results! Episode #2 or Podcast Episode #380) shares what he’s accomplished since his first interview nearly 8 months ago. He’s been making things happen, professionally and personally. This episode highlights the results he’s been getting over the past 8 months. • He’s remained intentional about his personal development. • He’s be...

Mack Story shares some thought-provoking content on workplace bullies and how they impact those they work with or report to. Most often, bad bosses are nothing more than bullies that have made it into leadership positions. If you're following a bad boss, why? If you're a boss and allowing bullies to be on your team at any level, why? Become a leader worth following! Preview 5 minutes samples of ou...

Mack Story continues where he left off last week sharing some of the latest personal growth and leadership quotes that he's added to his collection. He'll also share his own thoughts related to the quotes to help provoke additional thought and to raise your awareness. Preview 100+ pages of excerpts from Mack and Ria Story's books at BlueCollarLeadership.com/download

Mack Story shares some of the latest personal growth and leadership quotes that he's added to his collection. He'll also share his own thoughts related to the quotes to help provoke additional thought and to raise your awareness. Preview 100+ pages of excerpts from Mack and Ria Story's books at BlueCollarLeadership.com/download

When high impact leaders create momentum, they don't rest upon it. They build upon it. When momentum (Big Mo) shows up, he doesn't travel alone. He travels with his friends: High Speed, High Impact, High Energy, Big Advantage, Big Return, and Big Time. Big Mo doesn't just show up. Someone must invite him to the party. Note: This is episode is based on content from "10 Values of High Impact Leaders...

In this interview, Tanner Lyons discusses: His early years growing up as a teen in foster care  Being homeless as a teen and as an adult Meeting his wife at an early age and how important she is to him His journey of personal growth and transformation How Blue-Collar Leadership books helped raise his awareness Being diagnosed with Complex PTSD What it means to live with purpose Starting his non pr...

In this interview, Mike Hough discusses: Starting out working at McDonald’s Being told early in his career that he wasn’t meant to be in a leadership role How he ended up in the airline industry How he has used book studies consistently for 5 years to develop his leadership team How book studies are cascaded through the entire organization The top character traits he looks for in others His person...

In this interview, Brandon Kluthe discusses: How discovering the Blue-Collar Leadership Podcast impacted him Why he feels it’s so important to be developing yourself and your team How he began applying what he was learning Seeking support from his leaders to begin developing others Stepping up as a front line team member and leading multiple book studies without being in a formal leadership role W...

In this interview, Carlos Cody discusses: His passion for personal development How intentional development has impacted him personally and professionally The impact of personal development on his income How leading book studies has benefited him and his team How he’s learned to deal with toxic team members How personal development will make you stand out when applying for jobs Many of his favorite...

In this interview, Justin Poss discusses: His 15 year journey from entry-level worker to operations leader Taking ownership and developing yourself  His passion for developing others Feeding the “hungry” How he intentionally mentors his leadership team Caring about those on the frontlines The importance of working hard and producing results How learning about he “pause button” changed his life How...

In this interview, Eric Alonso-Bernal discusses: Growing up in Mexico City, Mexico Losing his dad at an early age Growing up alone with his brother while his mom worked 3 jobs His journey to become a US citizen Learning to speak English His time working in a restaurant and serving as a Texas Corrections Officer Joining the the Air Force and his growth journey from an E-1 Airman to an O-5 Lt. Colon...

In this interview, Chris Boyd discusses: How he has progressed during his nearly 29 year career Leading as an introvert Choosing to intentionally get out of his comfort zone Leading his team through weekly book studies How his team has responded to book studies How facilitating book studies has helped him grow How participating in book studies has helped his team strengthen their relationships Opp...

In this interview, Mack Story discusses: Having to rebuild the relationship with his teenage son The greatest leadership principle he’s ever learned Overcoming his short temper What he finds to be most rewarding The impact of taking personal responsibility, personally and professionally Leading 110 leaders in a $1 Billion organization through a book study The importance of maintaining a “leadershi...

In this interview, Ria Story discusses: Overcoming an unimaginable childhood Beginning her career as a server at Pizza Hut and choosing to start climbing Her professional journey and the various jobs she had along her climb Getting it wrong by being confident but arrogant early in her career Understanding that if we want life to be different, we must do something different How personal growth and...

In this interview, Denise Williams discusses: Being raised in her family’s blue-collar salvage business How her father and grandfather modeled different styles of leadership The importance of intentionally developing our character How we can impact others at work no matter our title or position How having a mission to help develop others changes the way you show up How having a desire to make thin...

In this interview, Kevin Creedon discusses: How developing people creates a competitive advantage How developing people leads to more and better referrals when jobs need to be filled How facilitating book studies helps his team work better together Why intentionally developing his team is a priority How developing the workforce and the leadership team has enhanced organizational culture How leader...

In this interview, Maggie Jean discusses: What a professional coach is How a professional coach can help Who needs a professional coach What it takes to climb to the next level and beyond Her passion for helping you get better, so you can live a better life When you get better, everyone around you wins The importance of being able to communicate well DISC personality profiling and why it’s importa...

In this interview, Brian Brogen discusses: How his passion for building people is like his passion for building buildings How he started his side hustle (coaching, training, & speaking) in 2018 How our past doesn’t have to be our prison How our struggles can be stepping stones to help us grow How his personal journey began in a youth home at 14 years old Making Excuses vs Getting Results Condu...

In this interview, Kym Hernandez discusses: The importance of intentionally developing organizational culture The impact of leadership development at all levels How and why she uses Blue-Collar Leadership to develop all associates Incorporating leadership development at home The impact of conducting book studies at home The power of self-reflection How to make an impact during an interview Kym Her...

In this interview, Felipe Engineer discusses: How his personal development journey began His thoughts on leadership His passion for Lean & Scrum What Scrum is and how to use it to increase throughput His book “Construction Scrum” The value and power of a facilitating book studies Respect for People & Continuous Improvement What makes a great leader Why leaders need to keep growing The impo...

In this interview, Chad Cox discusses: Growing up with a drug addicted mother and an alcoholic father Being in dark places with a bad attitude and a short temper How Blue-Collar Leadership has helped him improve himself and his life How he learned to pause and think before acting Without commitment you’ll never start; without consistency you’ll never finish How he’s been tested not only profession...