The John Barrett Leadership Podcast

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to be mentally strong. Leadership requires a healthy mind in order to deal with all the challenges we face. Throughout the episode, I discuss tips and ideas you can implement to build your mental toughness. When we build ourselves up to face all the circumstances we are surrounded with, it allows us to be mor...

Session Summary: In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the helpful power of others. You cannot reach your highest level of success without the help of others. As my mentor, Dr. John C. Maxwell, always teaches, one is too small a number to achieve greatness. In this episode, I talk about the reasons why we don’t rely on others, and then give you tips on how to r...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to read books. Few things will give you a greater return than the books you read. As a leader, you must be devoted to growth opportunities to raise your abilities. The more you raise your abilities, the more you’ll raise your possibilities. In this episode, I lay out the why, who, what, when, where, an...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to have great meetings. Meetings are essential for success, but most people get them wrong. They don’t understand the ingredients of a great meeting; they tend to dismiss all of them as negative. This episode will help equip you with the ingredients it takes to have great meetings so you can be success...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about one of the most important topics of leadership…people. As leaders, we are builders. And specifically builders of people. You can’t be a leader if people aren’t involved. We will walk through a practical way to build others up through five ingredients that are needed. This acronym will give you insight into...

Session Summary: Leadership isn’t just about what you do; it’s about who you are. It’s not something you can turn on or off — it’s a part of your character and the way you approach life that influences others in more ways than one. Whether you’re leading yourself, an organization, a team, or any number of people, successful leadership starts with embodying the values...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the difference between being a leadership chess player and checkers player. Leaders understand that each individual is a unique piece on the board, requiring a tailored approach. Unlike checkers players, they avoid the one-size-fits-all mentality and instead strategically maneuver their team, unlocking the full...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about The Feedback Filter. Feedback is essential for top performance. You will never reach your full potential without having a mechanism to receive helpful feedback. One of the greatest pieces of communication for leaders is to hear how they are doing. Unfortuaneltey, many leaders do not seek out feedback and certain...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to diagnose a performance issue with a team member. If you don’t understand what you’re dealing with, you won’t know how to get the right result. Performance issues always come down to one of only three reasons. The Performance Filter helps you know exactly what you’re dealing with so...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I discuss one of the most requested topics I get…how to develop confidence. Confidence is something that everyone struggles with to some degree. However, confidence is essential for great leadership and, ultimately, success. I have created a formula that helps people develop confidence, and I want to share it with you....

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about a critical component of leadership…giving great presentations. Whether it’s speaking in front of a large audience, conducting a departmental meeting, or simply trying to influence someone one on one with an idea, you have to get good at presenting. Throughout this episode, you will learn about the th...

Session Summary : In this session of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about 3 myths everyone has come to believe in some way or another about personal growth. These myths can easily hold you back from reaching your potential. However, I also unpack 3 truths about personal growth that we must all live by if we want to be on the fast track to success. Enjoy! Download and follow along with...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about 5 goal setting tips for the new year. Hopefully, you have already been thinking about your goals for the new year personally and professionally. But I want to help you navigate those goals with some insightful tips that will guide you along your quest. Goals are necessary for achieving your maximum potential so...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the greatest gift you can give as a leader. This gift has the potential to be a game-changer for other people if you choose to give it. There are three components to the gift; if you get them right, you’ll be more appreciated than Santa Clause. Find out the greatest gift you can give, and let this help gui...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about one of the most important topics concerning productivity. For years we have heard that time management is one of the most important elements of success. However, we have studied and learned about something that trumps time management…and that’s energy management. In this talk, I unpack the three zone...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to make great decisions in your life and leadership. Everyone makes decisions every day…some good…some bad. But what makes the difference? I unpack six steps/ways to make great decisions that will help you get to a better future. Enjoy! Download and follow along with fill in the blanks from the L...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to create an innovative culture in your organization. Ideas must have an ecosystem that fosters ideas for growth. But how do you create a healthy ecosystem that generates new ideas and fresh solutions to new problems and challenges? Well, I will help you be innovative with a simple phrase…wow before ho...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about a subject that we are not taught growing up. In fact, no one teaches us how to rest in order to be our best. We are taught to go, go, go, in order to be more successful, but are never instructed on how to balance our energy. However, in this episode, I talk about three things we need to do to rest, so we can be...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I unpack three p’s that you must know in order to maximize your potential. This month’s content will take you through a journey of self-discovery so you can become an expert on yourself. In fact, the more you know yourself, the more you can grow yourself. I also mention some great resources that will help you det...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about innovation. Innovation is essential for scalability and sustainability. But why do so many people and organizations hit innovative barriers that keep them from moving forward? This month’s episode is all about identifying why some don’t innovate and why others do. We will also talk about how to creat...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about how to deal with conflict. Conflict is a normal and necessary part of life, but most people do not know how to handle it. In this episode, I lay out a three-step process for you and your team to develop your conflict compass so everyone knows what true north is when handling tension. This is a vital conversation...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about four observations of why leadership is so hard and what you can do about it. I have over twenty years of working with leaders and have found these four challenges to transcend cultures, continents, and corporations. You will connect with some, if not all, of these observations as I also give you ways you can mak...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I talk about the could be, should be, and will be of vision. These three components of vision are what fuel your life and your organization. Vision is one of the most foundational elements of inspiring, communicating, and leading yourself and others. The more powerful the vision, the more productive people will be. Enjoy! Do...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I unpack the 3 ways to be more productive. We all want to be more productive, but not all know the secret to being in the flow. I have developed a proven system of three W’s that you have to know in order to get more done. When these three W’s align, you will find yourself doing more, being more, and accomplishin...

Session Summary : In this episode of The John Barrett Leadership Podcast, I lay out a whole framework for setting meaningful goals. We all want to accomplish more and be successful in our lives. This modified framework I have developed from a popular goal-setting method will enable you to become highly successful in your pursuits. Goals are vital for reaching our potential, and the content we unpa...