The Everyday Leader

In this episode of The Everyday Leader , I dive into the power of a smile. From the science that proves smiling lowers stress and boosts happiness, to real-life stories about running, golf, and leadership, you’ll learn why your smile might be your most important leadership tool. 

In this episode, LT shares a raw and honest look at how the voice in our head shapes our actions, our results, and ultimately our destiny. After realizing she had shifted from a mindset of greatness to one of just “getting through the day,” LT reflects on the power of affirmations, the importance of the language we tell ourselves, and how a simple phrase— I am capable of achieving great things —is...

 In this episode of The Everyday Leader , we reveal the third essential role you need to succeed: the collaborator . Learn how collaboration can enhance creativity, reduce stress, and build stronger relationships—whether you’re training for a marathon or tackling a big work project. Discover real stories of how teaming up can lead to breakthrough results and why you can’t reach your full potential...

 In this episode of The Everyday Leader , we dive into the power of having both a coach and a cheerleader in your life—and why you need to be both for others. Discover how small, daily actions compound into lasting success and learn actionable tips on how to uplift and push those around you to reach their full potential. Ready to level up your leadership? This episode is for you! 

Drawing inspiration from MLK's commitment to justice, we learn that commitment isn't just about big strides; it's the everyday decisions shaping our path. Dr. King's legacy teaches us that commitment is renewed daily, evident not just in grand gestures but in the everyday struggle for justice. As we honor Dr. King's legacy, let's absorb the profound lessons of commitm...

"Commitment Chronicles: Unveiling Three Keys to Stay Committed" is a podcast episode that delves into the art of commitment and offers practical strategies to fortify dedication. In this episode, listeners explore the importance of clarity in setting precise goals, breaking them into manageable steps, and understanding their significance. The discussion emphasizes the power of consistenc...

It's no secret that many qualities make a great leader, but humility is perhaps one of the most important. Humble leaders possess unique traits and behaviors that help them stand out from the crowd and gain the respect and trust of their followers.  As Andrew Carnegie said, "No man will make a great leader who wants to do it all himself or to get all the credit for doing it." 

While many struggle with a new year’s resolution – they are too hard, too easy, or have no stickiness to them.  What I have found that works in business and personally is selecting one word.  One word that works as your north star to guide your thoughts, decisions, and actions.

As many our starting the new year with resolutions I am starting the new year with a word.  One word that will be my north star and guide my thoughts, decisions, and actions.  While New Year's resolutions tend to be one-dimensional, if done well, one word can impact all the areas of your life.

Leaders inspire others to live their best lives by living the best version of themselves.  Those that look to leaders for how they should feel every other time of the year are depending on us now during the holidays.  When we find a way to manage our stress and anxiety during this busy tine we help others manage theirs.

It’s not enough to be smart enough to get the job done or driven enough to see the project to completion and having the capacity to get it done is important, but all three of these things aren’t good enough if you can’t learn, adapt, and change quickly.  Success loves speed.  Today’s leader needs agility. 

Happy Memorial Day and thank you to all who have served. When I think of a holiday like today I think of the key element which is service.  To serve, which makes me think of how service relates to leadership.  We have all heard the term servant leader or servant leadership.  When you hear those words what kinds of images come to mind or what actions do you think are represented by a servant leader...

If you want employees, team members, kids, partners that feel appreciated recognize the effort.  “Satisfaction lies in the effort, not in the attainment, full effort is full victory”. Mahatma Gandhi

Reflection is about questioning, in a positive way, what you do, what you say and why you do or say it and then deciding if there is perhaps a better way.  Why it’s important? Friends, self-reflection is essential for personal growth. Taking the time to create self-awareness will allow you to challenge your thoughts and to uncover breakthroughs. Without it, we have the potential to be reactive to...

As a leader, what is weighing you down and keeping your from being your absolute best?  There is an amazing path to success through simplicity. We talk a lot on this podcast about what great leaders have.  Let’s talk today about what great leaders don’t have.  Great leaders don’t have these 3 things Cluttered schedules Cluttered goals Cluttered relationships

Nearly 40% of Americans start their holiday shopping before Halloween. Shocking right? No wonder the displays are out so early. The holiday season traditionally does not bring out the best in shoppers. Friends, this year 2020, will be no exception to this.  We are all on edge.  COVID, social unrest, the election  I speak from experience. My retail history includes way too many Black Friday’s to co...

You’ve heard the term control the controllables.  People is a controllable that many leaders do not see as one because they don’t take true ownership of their team.  The great thing is, that as a leader you have the opportunity to surround yourself with the right people.  When you get the right people in the right roles doing the right things that’s when you become unstoppable.

Leaders must create the proper environment for employees to feel their work is fulfilling.  One of my favorite authors, Patrick Lencioni, explains how in The Three Signs of a Miserable Job.  Here are the 3 signs: 1. Anonymity 2. Irrelevance 3. Immeasurability Let's add our own #4 Recognition.

There are 4 buckets of numbers you must know from hire to retire.  Listen here to make sure you know yours.

As a leader, you’re responsible for getting work done through others.  What sets the best leaders apart is belief in people.  I’ve said before leadership is the transfer of beliefs.  You don’t need your team to know what you know or be able to do what you do.  You need your team to believe what you believe. 

For successful people, enthusiasm is a key driver of passion and achievement. It comes from within. If you are enthusiastic about a goal, your excitement will drive you to do your best in order to achieve it. It will keep you motivated to go on and on with it and see it through to success.  As a leader, how can you expect your team to be excited about anything if you are not? Your enthusiasm towar...

Today I am going to talk about the one single thing that probably launched me further in my career than any other thing and that is the discipline of self-improvement.  You see, if you want things to be better- you want to be a better leader, you want better results, you want a better career, you want better movement up the up the ladder to bigger and better roles, you want to be the better candid...

With the current pandemic and unemployment as high as it is it I know many of you are looking for the next move.  Your next career.  Many days you may be thinking why is my inbox empty? Why didn’t the recruiter call me or select me? Here are 5 tips on how to land your dream job.  With a bonus #6.

Many times, in business and life things aren’t going to go exactly as planned.  In my experience, I’ve seen too many quit on a goal or a project because some of the initial milestones did not go as planned.  This major mistake of giving up instead of retooling is what is getting in their way of unleashing their true potential.  It’s why so many leaders plateau instead of rising to new levels of su...

You can do the same things and have an ordinary life, or you can stretch yourself to try new things and have an extraordinary life.  How do you know what you are capable of if you do not try?