Dean Crisp

Straight Talk on Leadership with Dean Crisp

Welcome to Straight Talk on Leadership where host, Dean Crisp, has a direct talk with listeners about a variety of leadership topics. The goal is simple, to help leaders become the best version of themselves and learn how to practically and effectively put their leadership into action. Dean is a former chief of police, best-selling author, speaker, and leadership coach. He is also the creator of Leaders Helping Leaders Network; you can learn more at: www.lhln.org 

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Dean Crisp

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Mar 3, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 72: Supply The Why Podcast - Interview With Dean Crisp 06.04.2021

In this week's episode, we are re-running Mass. Police Officer Din Jenkin's Podcast "Supply The Why".  Din and Dean have a conversation on a variety of difficult topics that Law Enforcement Officers are facing today. © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 71 (Part 2): Leadership Lessons & Stories From The Classroom 29.03.2021

In this week's episode, Dean dives back in for part 2. Dean finishes with more life changing stories told from the classroom. These stories are life changing to not only the students, but to the instructors of the course, as well. To see Dean's live class schedule, visit our website, www.lhln.org © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 70 (Part 1): Leadership Lessons & Stories From The Classroom 22.03.2021

In this week's part 1 episode, Dean and LHLN's Kelle Corvin discuss the life changing and inspiring lessons learned in this past week's "Master Presenter" class taught by Dean in Greer, SC. The stories told in the classroom are transformational and hard earned lessons that we can all use to increase our leadership. Stay tuned for next week's  part 2! Visit our website...

Episode 69: What Gear Are You In? How Changing Gears Can Lead To Leadership Success 15.03.2021

In this week's episode, Dean and LHLN's Kelle Corvin Discuss the "Gears of Life". They have a conversation on how we move through the gears of life just like the gears of a car. © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 68 (Part 3): Find Your Greatness 08.03.2021

Welcome back to the final episode of this 3 part series on "Greatness".   In this episode, Dean and Kelle talk about how to achieve "greatness". Dean gives his tips and suggestions on how YOU can achieve and sustain "greatness". © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 67 (Part 2): Find Your Greatness 01.03.2021

In this week's episode, Dean and Kelle dive right back in on discussing "greatness". Dean talks about the process of "greatness" and how important it is to have small victories along the way. Join us next week for part 3! © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 66 (Part 1): Find Your Greatness 22.02.2021

In this week's episode, Dean and LHLN's Kelle Corvin explore the definition of greatness and how everyone can obtain it. Dean gives his ideas of what he believes "greatness" is. This is a multipart series, so make sure you tune in for next week's part 2! © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 65: Getting Out Of Your Own Way 14.02.2021

In this week's episode, Dean and LHLN's Kelle Corvin discuss why sometimes leaders "get in their own way" while leading. Dean gives his 5 tips that can help YOU stay out of your own way when leading. © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 64: A Conversation With Your Inner Self 08.02.2021

In this week's episode, Dean has a conversation with LHLN's Director of Business Development, Kelle Corvin, on why you should listen to yourself (sometimes). Dean gives his keys to help you win the battle with your inner self! (Visit our website, www.lhln.org, and buy Best Selling Author, Dean Crisp's new book, "Essential Leadership Lessons From The Thin Blue Line"). © 202...

Episode 63 (Part 2): Discussing Dean's New Book: Essential Leadership Lessons From The Thin Blue Line 01.02.2021

In this week's episode, we pick up from where we left off in Part 1. Dean and Kelle discuss more topics and lessons from Dean's new book, "Essential Leadership Lessons from The Thin Blue Line". We are so thankful for everyone who purchased the book so far. Dean officially became Amazon's best seller in management sciences! We could not have done this without YOU! If you ha...

Episode 62 (Part 1): Discussing Dean's New Book: Essential Leadership Lessons From The Thin Blue Line 25.01.2021

In this week's 2 part series, Dean and LHLN's Director of Business Development, Kelle Corvin, discuss Dean's new book, "Essential Leadership Lessons From The Thin Blue Line".   You can order Dean's book at any book retailer or visit our website, www.lhln.org, and click on the link! © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 61: Five Ways to Make 2021 The Best 19.01.2021

In this week's episode, Dean gives his 5 keys to making 2021 the best year yet! Make sure to get Dean's new book, "Essential Leadership: Lessons from The Thin Blue Line"  and help your leadership skills improve! You can find it at any of your favorite book retailers or go to our website at www.lhln.org © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 60: Recap of Year 2020 12.01.2021

In this week's episode, Dean along with LHLN's Director of Business Development, Kelle Corvin, recap the crazy year of 2020! The highs and the lows, from the "Defund the Police" movement to the Corona Virus and how it all shaped how we are as a society.  (Visit our website at www.lhln.org to see what's new for LHLN as well as become a member in order to have access to even...

Episode 59 (Part 2): Murder Investigation and Lessons of Leadership Learned | Sheriff Alfonzo Williams 29.12.2020

In this week's episode, we pick back up from where we left off in Part 1 in discussing the1994 investigation of the murder of Mary Colley Stewart in Augusta Georgia. Sheriff Alfonzo Williams dives back in on the subsequent investigation after discovering two of Mary's body parts in the local landfill. You can find the link to purchase Alfonzo's book, "Murder in Augusta", o...

Episode 58 (Part 1): Murder Investigation and Lessons of Leadership Learned | Sheriff Alfonzo Williams 20.12.2020

In this week's episode, Sheriff Alfonzo Williams of Burke County Georgia reveals the death investigation of Mrs. Mary Colley Stewart in 1994. This is a factual story of the subsequent investigation and how Alfonso learned much needed leadership lessons during and after said investigation.  You can find the link to purchase Sheriff William's book, "Murder in Augusta", on our web...

Episode 57: Who Moved My Cheese - A Synopsis of Amazon's Top Purchased Leadership Book 14.12.2020

In this week's episode, Dean, along with LHLN's Director of Business Development, Kelle Corvin, discuss the short but impactful leadership book, "Who Moved My Cheese", written by M.D. Spencer Johnson. Although a relatively short read, "Who Moved My Cheese" is one of the top purchased books of all time on Amazon and gives us a ton of information to help strengthen our...

Episode 56: Building Partnerships Through Relationships | Tom Collins 30.11.2020

In this week's episode, we are excited to welcome Retired Lt. Tom Collins of SC Highway Patrol to the show. Dean and Tom discuss the importance of partnerships through building relationships. This conversation explores the ways we can expand, build, and heal relationships in order to increase our partnerships. © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 55: Leadership Q&A with Dean Crisp 23.11.2020

In this week's episode, Dean has another crucial conversation with LHLN staff: Kelle Corvin and Andrew Crisp. Kelle and Andrew ask Dean some tough questions on every day leadership concerns. And Dean, as always, gives his ideas and tips on how to tackle those concerns. © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 54: Pandemics, Protests, & Politics 16.11.2020

A CALL TO ACTION:   Share this episode with everyone you know! We want to reach everyone we can and help them better their lives and their leadership! In this week's episode, Dean has a crucial conversation with LHLN staff: Kelle Corvin and Andrew Crisp. They talk on many topics including: police trends, pandemics, and politics in today's world. They dive deep into these topics and Dean...

Episode 53: Positive Self Talk Challenge | Christina Martinez 10.11.2020

In this week's episode, Dean has a candid conversation with Training Specialist, Christina Martinez, of the Palm Beach County Sheriff Office. Dean and Christina take a deep dive into what she has learned and what she has changed about herself through the completion of our "Master Presenter" course.   Christina delves into her own 31 day positive self-talk challenge and how it has ch...

Episode 52 (Part 3): Getting The Most Out of Your Day 02.11.2020

In this week's episode, Dean ends his 3 part series on "getting the most out of your day" with getting to most out of your ORGANIZATION . Dean gives you his 12 tips that will help you get the most out of your day, by getting the most out of your ORGANIZATION! © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 51 (Part 2): Getting The Most Out of Your Day 27.10.2020

In this week's episode, Dean discusses part 2 of this 3 part series on "getting the most out your day". Part 2 touches on how you can get the most out of OTHERS ! Dean gives you his 9 tips/suggestions to help YOU get the most out of OTHERS. Each one of these 9 tips are unique and can help you towards get the most out of others.   Remember, like Dean says in this week's episode,...

Episode 50 (Part 1): Getting The Most Out of Your Day 20.10.2020

In this week's episode, Dean takes us on a 3 part journey of "getting the most out of your day". Part 1 will be all about YOU . How do you get the most out of yourself so that you get the most out of your day? Dean discusses his 12 tips to get the most out of yourself so your day can be the most productive. © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 49: Being A Willing Participant 11.10.2020

In this week's episode, Dean discusses how YOU can be a willing participant in your workforce. There is a major difference between being a willing participant or being a prisoner. Dean will give you his 10 components of being a "Prisoner" as well as a "Willing Participant" in your work place! © 2026 Dean Crisp and LHLN (ALL RIGHTS RESERVED).

Episode 48: Stories From The Classroom 20.08.2020

In this week's episode, Dean discusses some of the stories that students told in our "Master Presenter" class that have made an impact on him.   The stories that Dean will tell had a lasting impact on his leadership and he hopes will have an impact on your leadership, as well. We here at LHLN would like to thank the students who's stories are told and would also like for everyo...

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