How to Lead with Clay Scroggins and Adam Tarnow

Today, Clay and Adam discuss how you can become a stronger leader.

This episode is sponsored by BELAY (https://belaysolutions.com). Text LEAD to 55123 to receive BELAY's free eBook Delegate to Elevate . Question: What do you think about when you think about you? Your answer has a profound impact on your professional life.

What should a leader do when they realize they live in a world that seems to be infatuated with negativity and pessimism?

Sometimes, you must complain. When you do, do it like a champ.

Adam tells a story (I.e., he complains) about putting together some furniture and shares a few things he learned about complaining along the way.

What does it take to become a "level five leader?" Jim Collins gave us an answer in 2001. Today, Adam and Clay discuss if his observations still hold true today. Also: a few bonus summer travel tips (for FREE!). Welcome to How to Lead .

Question: if you could start your career over again, what would you do the same, and what would you change? That's the topic today on How to Lead. Enjoy!

Clay talks about a recent experience and how it reminded him of the power of a leader's words.

If "brands" can "re-brand," then so can you! Sometimes your personal brand needs to change. You need a refresh. A new image. A new reputation. If you (or someone you know) is feeling that way, then you'll love this episode.

Adam and Clay change things and allow themselves to have a conversation longer than 15 minutes . Why would they do this? Simple. The amazingly cool Mack Kitchel from Campfire Social joins them to discuss how his agency's approach to branding can help your personal brand . To learn more about Mack and his talented team, visit: https://campfire.social/

As a leader, you know this, but we'll remind you anyway: sometimes, things don't go according to plan. When that happens, don't freak out. Some of your best ideas might come on a rainy day . Welcome to How to Lead!

Adam and Clay wrap up this three-part conversation on conflict by discussing four common mistakes people make during tense conversations. Welcome to How to Lead!

Today...how to start a difficult conversation.

Fight Club at Work! We're breaking the first rule; we're talking about it. Today, a shift in our mindset. Conflict is not a necessary evil. It's an opportunity.

The struggle is real. Today, Adam and Clay share a few ideas on how to avoid burnout.

Leadership is odd. Yes, teams often benefit from a point person, but successful teams are also filled with many leaders. Today, Adam and Clay discuss how to increase the capacity of your team by rethinking what it means to be a leader.

Do you feel like you are being overlooked at work? When this happens, it's challenging, and Clay and Adam have three ideas to help.

Robin Pou joins Adam today to discuss the four types of leadership doubt and how to overcome each one. This is part 2 of 2. If you want to stay in touch with Robin, you can sign up for his weekly leadership newsletter at https://theconfidentleader.com/

Robin Pou joins Adam today to discuss the four types of leadership doubt and how to overcome each one. This is part 1 of 2. If you want to stay in touch with Robin, you can sign up for his weekly leadership newsletter at https://theconfidentleader.com/

Adam and Clay dig up some old Koby Bryant audio and discuss his views on failure. The original video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=js8OfeEL4jI&t=5s

Big organizations are great because you can divide and conquer. However, this is also what makes working in a large organization difficult . SO. MANY. DEPARTMENTS. Today, Adam and Clay discuss getting stuff done with another department (or team) in your organization.

"What ails us is that we are living our lives as amateurs." - Steven Pressfield, Turning Pro Adam and Clay continue their discussion on what it means to make the transition from being an amateur to a professional . (Part 2 of 2)

"What ails us is that we are living our lives as amateurs." - Steven Pressfield, Turning Pro Adam and Clay talk about what it means to make the transition from being an amateur to a professional . Part 1 of 2

The skills that got you the last promotion are not the same skills that will get you the next promotion. Today, Adam and Clay let you know which skills you need to develop, so you'll be ready for the next promotion. __________________ Have an idea for a future episode? Shoot us an email: Info (at) HowToLead (dot) Work

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