Colby Morris

Things Leaders Do

Business EN ↓ 136 episodes

Whether you're a new manager figuring out how to lead your first team or a seasoned executive refining your approach, host Colby Morris delivers actionable tools and real-world frameworks you can use today to lead with confidence, clarity, and impact. Things Leaders Do is the straight-talk podcast for leaders who want practical strategies that actually work—not just leadership theory that sounds good in a boardroom.  Each week, Colby breaks down people-first leadership with humor, insight, and straight talk—covering how to communicate effectively and build trust, create high-performance team c...

Author

Colby Morris

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Business

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Advanced KPIs Strategies for Leaders 10.10.2023

Join host Colby Morris on the TLD Podcast as we explore advanced KPI strategies for seasoned leaders.  Learn the critical difference between Strategic and Operational Objectives and how they relate to KPIs, illustrated with real-world examples.  Discover the art of effective KPI implementation, including cascading KPIs and continuous monitoring for agility and competitiveness.  Dive into leveragin...

Introduction to Effective KPIs 03.10.2023

In this empowering episode of "Things Leaders Do," we're tackling a fundamental aspect of leadership that often gets bogged down in theory – Key Performance Indicators, or KPIs. Hosted by Colby Morris, this episode is designed for leaders at all levels, offering actionable steps to supercharge your team's success. We start by simplifying KPIs, cutting through the noise, and foc...

Leading in a High-Stress Environment 26.09.2023

New and experienced leaders in high-stress environments need to know how to navigate that road. This episode will walk you through three steps to get through it successfully.  Colby's LinkedIn Profile NXTStepAdvisors.com

Leading Through Corporate Restructuring & Layoffs 19.09.2023

Corporate restructuring and layoffs are never easy, but they are sometimes necessary for businesses to stay competitive. When leaders have to make the difficult decision to lay off employees, there are a few things they can do to make the process as smooth and compassionate as possible. Also, some Q&A from some of the listeners.  Colby's LinkedIn Profile NXTStepAdvisors.com

Setting Clear Performance Expectations 12.09.2023

Leaders have to set the expectations for their team, and they must know how to measure them. This episode will help leaders set, communicate, and measure those expectations in order to find more success at work.  Colby's LinkedIn Profile NXTStepAdvisors.com

Effective Communication for Leaders 05.09.2023

Communicating for leaders isn't about giving perfect speeches, it's about how you have conversations (even the tough ones) with those you lead. The podcast will go through specifics of how leaders at every level can communicate more effectively with their team.  Colby's LinkedIn Profile NXTStepAdvisors.com

Time Management for Leaders, Part II 29.08.2023

How do leaders find more time in their day? It takes action! This episode is a continuation of the discussion from Part I, and I encourage you to listen. However, this episode has 2 steps you can take today to start gaining back the time you need as a leader. Colby's LinkedIn Profile NXTStepAdvisors.com

Time Management for Leaders, Part I 22.08.2023

The first of a 2-part series designed to give leaders actionable time-management tools that can help them start reclaiming their time, starting today. If you're struggling to find enough time in your day, start here.  Colby's LinkedIn Profile NXTStepAdvisors.com

The One-on-One Meeting 15.08.2023

Many leaders don't know about the effective one-on-one meeting, or how to have them. Today, we walk through specifics of the one-on-one, and what it can accomplish for leaders.  Colby's LinkedIn Profile NXTStepAdvisors.com

Leadership is About People 08.08.2023

Colby discusses the definition of leadership, a reminder that leadership is about people. We also dive into how to connect with and develop your relationships with your team members, and how to develop them. Colby's LinkedIn Profile NXTStepAdvisors.com

TRAILER: Introduction to Things Leaders Do 02.08.2023

An introduction to what Things Leaders Do will be about. Listen for a sampling of what to expect! Colby's LinkedIn Profile NXTStepAdvisors.com

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