Launch Point Leader

In this empowering episode, Beau and Lori reveal how leaders can convert the pressures of their roles into catalysts for growth and empowerment. Learn practical strategies to harness stress, overcome challenges, and turn obstacles into opportunities that propel your team forward. Whether you're facing daily business pressures or long-term leadership challenges, this episode is packed with actionab...

In this episode of the Launch Point Leader Podcast, Lori and Beau explore the transformative power of business coaching. Discover how expert coaching can elevate your leadership skills and drive your business forward. They share compelling personal stories highlighting how coaching can uncover hidden blind spots, introduce fresh perspectives, and accelerate business growth. Whether you're skeptica...

In this episode, Lori and Beau dive into a listener's challenge of managing a results-driven leader who lacks strong team relationships. They explore strategies to balance results and relationships, ensuring both team harmony and business success. Tune in for practical tips and real-life stories that highlight the importance of feedback, communication, and leadership balance. Got a leadership ques...

Welcome back to the LaunchPoint Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! In this episode, we dive into a listener's story about overcoming resistance to change within their team acknowledging past achievements Key Takeaways: Acknowledge Past Achievements: Recognize the contributions of your team to build mutual respect. Individual Connections: Understand how each team member prefers to be led. Vision Ca...

Welcome back to the Launch Point Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! In this episode, we explore the concept of future-proofing recurring issues in business, based on a listener's story about the challenges of managing a diverse team and repetitive problems.   Key Takeaways: Thorough Training: Ensure your onboarding process is comprehensive to prevent recurring issues. Robust Systems: Implement and...

Welcome back to the LaunchPoint Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! In this episode, we delve into the delicate balance of maintaining kindness while ensuring performance in team management. We explore a real-life scenario shared by a listener, providing practical advice and actionable strategies for leaders facing similar challenges. Got a leadership question? Send it to advice@launchpointleader.c...

Welcome back to the LaunchPoint Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! This week, we dive into a listener's story about the struggles of hiring for a small business. Got a leadership question? Send it to advice@launchpointleader.com for a chance to be featured!   Connect with us: Website: https://launchpointleader.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/launch-point-leader/   YouTube: https://w...

  Join Lori and Beau as they tackle performance management challenges faced by "Feedback Failures." Discover strategies for: Starting performance conversations without full structure Drafting an employee handbook with legal advice Implementing consistent key metrics for evaluations Training managers effectively Got a leadership question? Send it to advice@launchpointleader.com for a chance to be f...

Join Lori and Beau on the Launch Point Leader podcast to discuss one listener's personal battle with imposter syndrome, a widespread problem among professionals at all stages of their career. This episode responds to an emotional email from a listener who feels like a fraud despite his clear success and accomplishments. We delve into the root causes of the self-doubt and anxiety that often accompa...

In response to a listener's letter, Lori and Beau discuss how easy it is for professional concerns to take over personal time, even in moments set aside for family. This episode offers practical tips and strategies for maintaining a presence in your personal life while managing the demands of work. Discover how to achieve greater balance and ensure meaningful engagement in both areas of your life....

In this episode, Lori and Beau address the common but rarely discussed topic of loneliness in leadership. They answer a listener's question by exploring the loneliness that often accompanies leadership roles. They offer guidance on how to build a support network that challenges and promotes growth, touching on professional organizations, mentors and the value of a coach. They also discuss the impo...

In this episode, Lori and Beau address a problem many leaders face: the challenge of maintaining work-life balance without feeling guilty or appearing less committed to their team. Based on a listener's letter, they get into the common traps that lead to overwork and share practical tips on how leaders can model healthy boundaries. They discuss the psychological aspects of leadership that force pe...

Join Lori and Beau as they explore an aspect of leadership: empowering team members to solve problems independently. In this episode, they discuss the fine line between supporting a team and taking over their tasks, often referred to as “fixing.” Through their conversation, they address a listener's concern about their habitual “fixing” and its impact on team development and autonomy.   Got a lead...

Join Lori and Beau as they answer a listener's question about one of the most common leadership challenges: balancing the celebration of small victories with the pursuit of larger goals. This episode goes into the practicalities and psychological impact of recognizing progress without losing sight of the end goal. Got a leadership question? Send it to advice@launchpointleader.com for a chance to b...

Join Lori and Beau on the "Launch Point Leader" podcast as they address a question from a listener struggling with the pressures of perfection in leadership. This episode delves into the challenges leaders face when admitting mistakes, unrealistic expectations of perfection, and how to cultivate a team culture that values learning from mistakes. Lori and Beau discuss personal experiences and offer...

Welcome to the Launch Point Leader podcast with Lori and Beau. Today, we get into a question sent in by a listener about building a lasting legacy. Join us as we explore practical steps to define and refine your leadership purpose, ensuring that the legacy you leave is impactful and lasting. What you will learn: The importance of understanding your "why" in shaping your legacy. Strategies for dail...

In this episode of the Launch Point Leader podcast, Lori and Beau discuss a listener's question about how to improve team consistency and performance.  Listen to hear their suggestions to ensure that the team stays aligned and motivated Got a leadership question? Send it to advice@launchpointleader.com for a chance to be featured!   Connect with us: Website: https://launchpointleader.com LinkedIn:...

In this episode of Launch Point Leader, Lori and Beau discuss one listener's struggle with team communication.    They talk about the illusion of communication, emphasizing repetition and clarity. Personal stories and strategies for impactful messages are shared.    For leadership tips, email advice@launchpointleader.com

This episode of Launch Point Leader with Lori and Beau addresses a listener's dilemma about lost passion and career direction.  They explore strategies for reigniting enthusiasm and the importance of contributing meaningfully beyond personal satisfaction.  Send your leadership questions to advice@launchpointleader.com

Today on Launch Point Leader we talk with Sam and Rachel from Champy’s Chicken in Murfreesboro, TN! Champy’s is a family run business that has a fun, cozy and welcoming environment that offers good southern food for anyone!  Champy’s loves the community of Murfreesboro and they do a lot of community outreach. They work with the Murfreesboro Soccer Club where they sponsor a team, as well as the Mur...

Today we have a special episode called “Hot Topics”!   As business leaders, we want to share things with you that we think we all need to hear.   Having Gratitude and Grit is very important to succeed…so let’s talk about it!    Don’t forget you can send in your questions to advice@launchpointleader.com

Today we are talking with Danielle from Shelli’s Coffee in Murfreesboro, TN!   Danielle and her husband started out wanting to work in ministry at a church but felt a calling towards using a business as their mission field. They had always dreamed of owning a coffee shop and have now made it a reality!    They created Shelli’s to be a family friendly place. It’s a fun environment with over 100 boa...

Today we hear from Leading Through Friendships who is asking about how to not be lonely in leadership!   We talk through how to maintain friendships while climbing the leadership ladder in your team.   Write us for advice in your leadership situation at advice@launchpointleader.com !

Today we hear from Talent Troubles who is needing to know how to attract the right talent for his team!   Listen to hear our secret sauce and advice to hiring the right people!   Write us your question at advice@launchpointleader.com

Today we are answering “Overwhelmed” about balancing his responsibilities and also achieving results with his team!   You can send in your questions to advice@launchpointleader.com and we will help you by answering on our podcast!