Instinctive Influencers

Episode 91 – Coaching to Engage Coaching is a critical tool for any leader and knowing how to use this tool can optimize the team. In this episode, Brian & Ed look at 12 aspects any leader could focus on to ensure they are coaching others to engage the potential.   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jvhP_xDDQzM   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our website Link...

Episode 90 – Community Service Community Service is something we have not covered before on here. However; we have talked about doing for others and community service fits into that category. Brian & Ed explore the many options you can take to give back because being an influencer is doing just that.   Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Wuupqnb3hB8   You can see more about the Instinc...

Episode 89 – Followership We often look at leadership as a main focal point, but recently we were approached to talk a bit more about mentorship. With that being said, it felt like a good idea to start with detailing the mentor in this episode about followership. Primarily we go into the negative traits seen in some followers and how they can be avoided. Give it a listen and let us know what you t...

Episode 88 – Leadership Styles There are multiple leadership styles you can utilize. Knowing these different styles can help you become a force multiplier and an effective leader. The key is knowing that you do not have to stick to just one style. Diversify your styles to different people and situations. This enables you to become effective. In this episode, Brian & Ed cover three primary styles b...

Episode 87 – The 3 C’s of Leadership You can incorporate so much in your leadership, but if you do not define it with substance, then you might be missing the mark of Effective Leadership. In this episode, Brian & Ed take on the 3 C’s of Leadership and help you understand ways to establish those in your life. Those 3 C’s are a make or break you might want to consider, so sit back listen, or watch...

Episode 86 – Leadership Challenges As a leader of any organization, family, community, or group, you will constantly be challenged. Those challenges will come in so many forms. Sometimes they hit you one at a time, and others, they attack in a mass formation. The key to understanding those challenges is knowing it will happen no matter what. The other part is being somewhat prepared. In this episo...

Episode 85 – Something to think about… How we interact with others can be a massive part of our influence. In this episode, Brian & Ed go through a list of some possible social rules you might live by or could start using. These rules are not all-inclusive and can be enhanced to assist you in your personal life. So here they are: Do not call someone more than twice continuously. If they do not pic...

Episode 84 – Internal Happiness Your happiness, believe it or not, has a lot to do with you. The inside of you. Our bodies produce certain chemicals that allow us to enjoy our lives and every day we live. But how do we go about discovering those natural chemicals…that question and more you will find out about on this episode while Brian & Ed go into a deep dive about the four happiness chemicals:...

Episode 83 – Define Your Leadership – Part 2 Defining your leadership can be approached in multiple ways. Welcome to part 2 of this series. Brian & Ed take you on a journey to define your leadership by asking 6 key questions. These questions will help you look at who you are as a person and at the same time the type of person you want to become. In this episode they will go over 3 of the 6 questio...

Episode 82 – Define Your Leadership – Part 1 Defining your leadership can be approached in multiple ways. Brian & Ed take you on a journey to define your leadership by asking 6 key questions. These questions will help you look at who you are as a person and at the same time the type of person you want to become. In this episode, they will go over 3 of the 6 questions. Sit down, buckle up and get r...

Episode 81 – An interview with SGM(R) Thomas Bramer SGM(R) Thomas Bramer served in the U.S. Army for 25 years and recently retired. Listen to some of his history and a topic that is something everyone should look into…Leadership Philosophy. Listen and let us know what you think! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lKjbQCHgUcQ You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our w...

Episode 80 – SELF-CARE…it is about You! In this episode, Brian and Ed do a deep dive into what is self-care. They explain some of the studies done regarding it and go over a multitude of examples of self-care anyone could and should do to help better themselves Physically, Emotionally, Mentally, and through Growth. Listen to what they have to offer and start your self-care today. You can also watc...

Episode 79 – WELCOME BACK! Welcome to the show!!! Brian and Ed are back at it and will be bringing you new content every week. This episode covers what happened the past year and why there have been no new episodes. Also, they have included a new feature…you can watch the episode on YouTube, so give it a look: https://youtu.be/PiMUf6jKgvE     You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at:...

Episode 78 – Look at How to Win Friends and Influence People – Part 3 Welcome to part 3 of a 3-part series on the book How to Win Friends and Influence People. Enjoy!   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our website Link – instinctiveinfluencers.com Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/...

Episode 77 – Look at How to Win Friends and Influence People – Part 2 Welcome to part 2 of a 3-part series on the book How to Win Friends and Influence People. Enjoy!   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our website Link – instinctiveinfluencers.com Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/instinctiveinfluencers/...

Episode 76 – Look at How to Win Friends and Influence People Welcome to part 1 of a 3-part series on the book How to Win Friends and Influence People. This is an interesting read and we recommend you also get the book yourself for a more in-depth understanding. Brian & Ed will do their best to bring you the best content they can regarding the book. Enjoy!   You can see more about the Instinctive I...

Episode 75 – Washington’s Leadership Lessons - Vision This starts the beginning of a 15-part series on a book called “Washington’s Leadership Lessons”. Brian and Ed will be dissecting a book written by James C. Rees, Executive Director of Mount Vernon. Each chapter will be a new episode and this is Chapter 1…Vision.   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our website Link – instin...

Episode 74 – Leadership during Crisis – Part 2 Part 2 will take you through the other six-point of leadership during crisis management. Brian & Ed these points of leadership during crisis management for further enable your ability to be an effective leader even during the worst of times.   Divide Major Problems into Smaller Chunks Avoid a Circle-the-Wagons Mentality Display Optimism Prevent the Cr...

Episode 73 – Leadership during Crisis – Part 1 Leadership during a crisis can define you as a leader and everything Brian & Ed have discussed over the previous 72 episodes are what you need to be successful. A crisis is that defining moment that will show you your strengths and weaknesses. Brian & Ed answer a self-assessment you should look at yourself. I can make decisions and recommendations alt...

Episode 72 – Humility…Let’s not talk about me “Humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less” – Rick Warren KEY POINTS Humility is an important but under-discussed value of leadership. Humble leaders are considered more approachable, forgiving of mistakes, and willing to acknowledge others' work, which can motivate employees to share ideas and work harder. Humility bec...

Episode 71 – Memorial Day…Never Forget! Memorial Day is a time to remember those who have served and are no longer with us. We hope you enjoy this episode, but first and foremost please remember to honor our warriors who are gone. If you are interested in learning more about the many Medal of Honor Recipients, then please check out the following link:  www.cmoh.org     You can see more about the I...

Episode 70 – A Conversation Between Friends No matter how many times Brian & Ed record there are always periods of time they spend before the show and even after show just conversating ideas and thoughts. Well, this episode they decided to just talk about what they had on their minds. Enjoy!   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our website Link – instinctiveinfluencers.com Our...

Episode 69 – Star Wars Leadership Lessons As we all know, Star Wars has taught us so much about life, however, there are some great leadership lessons to be taken from the series also. Brian & Ed take a look at 5 key quotes from the movies and dissect them for further observation. So, brace yourself for some amazing discussion, and may the Force be with You!   5 Quotes from Star Wars: “Fear is the...

Episode 68 – A Look at Leaders Eat Last Brian & Ed review a small section called “Leadership Lessons” within Simon Sinek’s book Leaders Eat Last. So stop reading this and start listening!   You can see more about the Instinctive Influencers at: Our website Link – instinctiveinfluencers.com Our Facebook Link - https://www.facebook.com/101influence/ Our Instagram Link - https://www.instagram.com/ins...

Episode 67 – Influence is…Transparency Most leaders set out to be transparent, but it can be hard to measure if you truly are a transparent leader. Here’s a checklist we’ve put together to help you assess if you’re on the right track: Are you candid, honest and do you genuinely express your thoughts and opinions? Does the message you are delivering remain the same, regardless of the audience? Do y...