Things Leaders Do

Episode Title: Beat Burnout: Strong Teams in 2025 Host: Colby Morris Published: March 10, 2025 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Other Platforms Episode Overview Burnout’s not just lurking—it’s eating your team’s lunch and tanking your productivity. In this episode of the TLD Podcast, host Colby Morris breaks down why employee well-being and retention are your leadership superpowers in 2025...

Episode Title: "Stop Chaos Before It Starts: The Leader’s Playbook" Host: Colby Morris Episode Overview Chaos doesn’t have to define your leadership. In this episode, Colby Morris turns Jocko Willink’s chaos-detachment mindset into a proactive game plan. Learn three practical tools—clear expectations, extreme ownership, and relentless communication—to build a team culture that stops mayh...

Episode Title: Gen X Leaders vs. Millennials & Gen Z: The Workplace Showdown No One Talks About Host: Colby Morris Release Date: [Insert Date, e.g., March 5, 2025] Episode Overview Are generational differences derailing your workplace? In this episode of Things Leaders Do , COO Colby Morris dives into the leadership clash no one’s talking about: Gen X versus Millennials and Gen Z. From the “fi...

Show Notes: Promoting High Performers: The Hidden Risks and Strategies for Success Episode Summary: Promoting top performers into leadership roles may seem like the natural next step, but what happens when they struggle—or worse, when they never wanted to lead in the first place? In this episode, we explore why great individual contributors don’t always make great leaders, how leadership requires...

Episode Title: Building a Resilient Team: Leadership Strategies for Tough Times Episode Overview: Resilience in the workplace is declining— 44% of employees report feeling daily stress, and resilience has dropped nearly 30% since 2019. Burnout is real, and teams are struggling to bounce back from setbacks. As a leader, how do you help your team build resilience so they don’t crack under pressure?...

Episode Title: How Leaders Become Leaders: 4 Steps You Can Take Today Episode Overview: Ever wondered how leaders actually become leaders? It’s not luck, a fancy title, or waiting for the perfect moment—it’s about intentional steps taken over time. In this episode of Things Leaders Do , host Colby Morris breaks down the four key actions that will set you on the path to leadership starting today ....

Communication Under Ambiguity: How Leaders Can Build Trust Without All the Answers Episode Description: As a leader, how do you communicate effectively when you don’t have all the answers? In this episode of The TLD Podcast , Colby Morris dives into the challenging yet essential skill of leading through ambiguity. Using real-world examples, Colby explores three actionable strategies to maintain tr...

🎙️ Episode Overview: Empathy is more than just a leadership buzzword—it’s the key to building trust, strengthening relationships, and driving results. In this episode of Things Leaders Do , host Colby Morris breaks down empathy into actionable strategies that you can implement immediately. Drawing inspiration from Patrick Lencioni and sharing real-life stories, Colby shows how listening, understan...

Why Listening is the Cornerstone of People-First Leadership Episode Summary: In this episode of Things Leaders Do , host Colby Morris dives deep into the transformative power of listening in leadership. Inspired by Andy Stanley’s impactful quote, “Leaders who don’t listen will eventually be surrounded by people who have nothing to say,” Colby explores why listening is essential for building trust,...

People-First Leadership: Practical Habits for Daily Impact 📚 Episode Summary: Being a people-first leader isn’t about grand gestures—it’s about showing up consistently in the small, meaningful moments that build trust and connection. In this episode, Colby Morris shares three practical habits you can start using today to lead with clarity, empathy, and purpose. Whether you're a new leader or...

"New Year, New Leader: Building a People-First Leadership System, One Tool at a Time" Episode Description: Start your year as a people-first leader with a step-by-step approach! In this episode of Things Leaders Do , host Colby Morris outlines a bi-monthly plan to enhance your leadership skills by introducing one practical tool at a time. Key Takeaways: January & February: Implement...

"Leadership Q&A: Balancing Authority, Leading Under Pressure, and Avoiding Common Leadership Mistakes" Podcast Description: "Struggling to balance being a 'friend' versus being the boss? Finding it hard to stay calm under pressure? In this special Q&A episode of Things Leaders Do , host Colby Morris tackles real leadership questions sent in by listeners just like y...

One-on-One Meetings That Work: Build Trust, Track Goals, and Transform Your Team Show Notes Episode Summary: One-on-one meetings: a simple leadership tool with extraordinary potential. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or a first-time manager, mastering these conversations can elevate your leadership and transform your team’s performance. In this episode of the Things Leaders Do podcast, Colby M...

"Leadership Conversations Simplified: The Power of Wearing the Right Hat" Episode Summary : As a leader, every conversation requires a different tone, approach, and mindset. That’s why in this week’s episode of Things Leaders Do , Colby Morris dives into the concept of wearing different hats in leadership. Whether you’re a mentor , a leader , or just a friend , knowing which role to play...

Episode Title : Mastering Leadership Communication: Be a Chief Reminding Officer Episode Summary : Communication isn’t just part of leadership—it is leadership. In this episode of Things Leaders Do , host Colby Morris dives into unusual but highly effective methods for leaders to communicate , inspired by Patrick Lencioni’s concept of the "Chief Reminding Officer." Leaders must communica...

Episode Title : " Humility in Leadership: How Adaptability Builds Trust and Innovation " Episode Summary : Welcome back to Things Leaders Do , hosted by Colby Morris. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking why embracing humility and adaptability are essential traits for effective leadership. Are you tired of feeling like you have to have all the answers? Do you want to create a team culture...

Leading Under Pressure: 3 Powerful Strategies to Thrive in High-Stakes Environments  In today’s episode of the Things Leaders Do podcast, Colby Morris tackles a crucial topic for leaders navigating challenging, high-stakes environments. When everything is moving fast, and chaos feels like the only constant, how do you stay grounded and lead effectively? Colby shares three unique, actionable strate...

Leading with Empathy Without Losing Accountability In this episode of the Things Leaders Do podcast, Colby Morris explores one of the biggest challenges for today’s leaders: How do you lead with empathy without sacrificing accountability? If you’ve ever felt like you have to choose between being a compassionate leader or a results-driven leader, this episode is for you. Colby debunks the myth that...

Debunking the Myths of Psychological Safety for GenX Leaders In this episode of the Things Leaders Do podcast, Colby Morris tackles a hot topic in leadership: psychological safety —but with a twist for GenX leaders . Raised in a “tough love” work environment, many GenXers have misconceptions about what psychological safety really means. Is it about avoiding hard conversations? Does it lead to a so...

Leading in High-Speed Chaos—Making Better Decisions in Fast-Paced Environments In this episode of the Things Leaders Do podcast, Colby Morris tackles a major challenge for leaders in fast-moving companies: making informed decisions when time is tight and the pressure is on. Drawing on real-life stories from his own leadership journey, Colby shares practical strategies for thriving in chaotic envir...

Episode Title: "Clear Communication, Part 2: 3 Out-of-the-Box Strategies to Radically Improve Your Leadership" Are you ready to become a radically better communicator as a leader? In this episode of Things Leaders Do , host Colby Morris takes you deeper into the world of clear communication with 3 out-of-the-box strategies that will transform how you lead your team. These aren’t your typ...

Leading in Chaos: 3 Actionable Tools for Startups and Reorganizations Show Notes : In this episode of Things Leaders Do , Colby Morris tackles one of the toughest challenges every leader faces— leading through chaos . Whether you're in a fast-paced startup or navigating the turbulence of a company reorganization, chaos is inevitable. But instead of reacting to the stress, what if you could le...

Can you imagine leading a team where everyone knows exactly what to do and why it matters, every single time? Today on Things Leaders Do, host Colby Morris promises to unlock the power of clear communication, revealing how even the most seasoned leaders can stumble into the trap of ambiguity. Inspired by Patrick Lencioni's groundbreaking work on team dysfunctions, we'll dissect the commo...

Ever felt the frustration of working under a bad leader? You’re not alone. What if we told you that you could not only survive but actually thrive in such an environment? In this episode of Things Leaders Do, Colby Morris takes you through actionable strategies to handle four common scenarios of bad leadership, inspired by the wisdom of Jocko Willink's "Extreme Ownership," Brene Bro...

Feeling like an imposter in your new leadership role? Discover practical strategies to overcome imposter syndrome in today's episode of Things Leaders Do. We'll help you embrace your learning journey, ask insightful questions, and seek mentorship to build your confidence. Moreover, we’ll highlight the importance of effective delegation, detailing how to set clear goals, allow for mistake...