Tomorrow's Leader

Send a text Today host John Laurito talks with the Founder and President of Sorensen Consulting, Inc., Dr. Ben Sorensen, about feedback and its importance in communication. They talk about the right and wrong ways of giving feedback and what a leader should take into consideration so they can give the most effective feedback possible. Dr. Ben Sorensen provides leadership training, sales training,...

Send a text Tough times breed great leaders. They are often tested during bad times because they are given two options: to face trials head-on or to throw out the towel. Today host John Laurito talks about how going through bad times in your organization helps you become a better leader. Times like these are defining moments in a leader’s career because they either result in greatness or mediocrit...

Send a text High-performing teams are rare. Getting together a group of clever, talented, experienced people who know their stuff isn’t enough, though too many believe it is. Today host John Laurito shares how you can set your team up for success and what you can do so that you, as a leader, and your team has mutual trust. Show notes: [0:39] Storytime! [3:29] A leader’s job [4:47] You have to remo...

Send a text In today’s episode, host John Laurito talks with his good friend, Podcast Host, Author, Coach, Speaker, and Referral Expert, Bill Cates about the keys to building a successful referral-based business. Bill also shares how he got started on his business, how he stayed relevant through decades in his passion, and how people can meet the right connections to make the right referrals. Bill...

Send a text In this episode, host John Laurito talks about distributed authority, what it is, and why it can be the biggest bottleneck in an organization. There should be mutual trust in any relationship, whether at work or in personal life. For an organization to do well, leaders should be able to put their faith in their teams’ judgment and provide means to empower individuals. By distributing a...

Send a text We all have an inner critic. At times this little voice can be helpful and keep us motivated toward goals, but this voice can often be more harmful than helpful, particularly when it gets into excessive negativity. Today, host John Laurito talks about interrupting that pattern of negative self-talk. There are many ways you can do so; figure out a way that works for you. The key is to s...

Send a text In this episode, host John Laurito talks with the CEO of Blumira, Jim Simpson, all about success and taking advantage of the opportunities they have in their life. Jim shares how he stepped outside his comfort zone, figuring out who he was and what shaped him to become the leader he is today. Jim Simpson joined Blumira in January as vice president of products. Over the past year, Simps...

Send a text Today host John Laurito is joined by the CEO of MassMutual Great Lakes, the Founder and Managing Partner at The Podium Group, and the Podcast Host of At The Podium with Manuel Amezcua himself, Manny Amezcua. They talk about Manny’s journey in leadership and how he developed his confidence over time. They also talk about the concept of servant leadership and why it's important to c...

Send a text Today host John Laurito talks about the importance of asking questions, especially the right ones. Subordinates don’t often open up to leaders, especially when their personal lives affect their work. One overlooked skill of leaders today is asking questions. By asking questions as a leader, you also communicate that questioning is important. You'll inspire people to identify new o...

Send a text Do you often find your workday spiraling out of control? You start each day with a plan to be as productive as possible but soon find yourself distracted, focusing on low-priority tasks, and simply procrastinating. In this episode, host John Laurito shares how you can make the most of your workday for maximum productivity at work. Show notes: [1:00] A riddle and more [3:54] The time va...

Send a text We live in an era where there is so much competition for people’s attention. No matter the message or medium, communication must be strategic and effective. Today host John Laurito shares the elements of communicating with impact. Being a great communicator is required of a leader. When you cannot communicate clearly, your message can be misunderstood and jeopardize the whole organizat...

Send a text In today’s episode, host John Laurito talks about the concept of short-sightedness and how it greatly affects you as a leader in business or your personal life. John shares that, as a leader, you should always envision the future when making a decision, no matter how big or small. Your decision will affect the life of your organization and the lives of the people within it. Show notes:...

Send a text In today’s episode, host John Laurito talks with former Commanding Officer of USS GERALD R. FORD turned Speaker, JJ Cumings, about leadership and what it has been like for him to lead a huge number of people serving in the Navy. He also talks about the importance of feedback and communication in an organization, whether big or small. Capt. Cummings grew up in Sharon, Massachusetts, gra...

Send a text Change is constant. It’s impossible to predict where change is taking us. But one thing is certain – the pace of change is not likely to slow down any time soon. Today host John Laurito shares the five things you can do to lead your team amidst changes in your organization. Show notes: [1:21] Riddle, riddle chicken noodle [2:17] Storytime! [4:11] Why do we fight change? [5:18] Keys to...

Send a text In this episode, host John Laurito talks with the Founder and CEO of Wedo, Indy Gregg. They talk about her business, how it came to be, how it has grown exponentially within a short time, and how she helps people help more people through it. Indiana Gregg has built a successful career as both a performer and a creative tech visionary. She currently serves as the CEO and founder of Wedo...

Send a text “If you are persistent, you will get it. If you are consistent, you will keep it.” – Harvey Mackay This quote applies to some of the world’s greatest athletes and leaders. In this special episode, host John Laurito talks about the power of consistency and poses a challenge for you. Consistency is the difference between failure and success. It is also why John powered through 300 podcas...

Send a text In today’s world, everything is connected and found online. It takes constant vigilance to ensure your accounts are secure and you don’t get scammed. Today host John Laurito shares his experience of being scammed and the leadership lessons that came with it. He also shares the four questions most people ask to see if they should follow a leader or not.  Show notes: [1:46] Riddle answer...

Send a text Today host John Laurito is joined by Keynote Speaker and Podcast Host Jim Love. They talk about Jim’s podcast, Hustling Sideways, how it has grown, and at what point he stopped relying on feedback as a measurement of how well his show's performance. He also shares who influenced him to become a speaker and a piece of advice for people who are new to being a leader. Jim Love is 30...

Send a text In this episode, host John Laurito talks about his realization about being a good leader when he underwent surgery for a torn meniscus. He shares what a person should do to become the best leader he can be for his team and organization. Many leaders often overlook these things because of how small they may seem, but they can either make or break teamwork and, ultimately, the business....

Send a text In today’s episode, host John Laurito talks about one of the many business blunders a leader makes: not empowering their team so the business can run flawlessly while they are away. The two most important things a leader should do to their team are to coach and guide. When a leader fails, so does the team, and the business will suffer. A business can only flourish when the leader and t...

Send a text In this episode, host John Laurito remembers and shares the life story of a great entrepreneur and a good friend. Listen in as he pays tribute to a life well lived by someone close to John but was taken by cancer. Show notes: [2:35] Who is Dave? [3:57] From the first interaction and through the years [11:25] The mountain and the marathon [15:42] A thoughtful guy [18:58] Hoped for one l...

Send a text Feedback is rarely easy to hear; only a few things can make a difference in how a recipient takes it. How it is given, the specificity of the feedback, and whether it’s timely or a step too late. Today host John Laurito talks about the power of feedback when given in a way that would help the recipient grow. Receiving feedback is stressful; generic or belated feedback will not help no...

Send a text Today, host John Laurito is joined by Author, Speaker, Tech Entrepreneur, Mental Health Advocate, Host of the Wedotalk podcast, and the Director of Wedo, David Jacques. They talk about David’s journey from being the first CFO of Paypal to where he is now. He also shares his struggle with mental health and being an advocate of it today. Having worked for startup companies, venture capit...

Send a text We all want to set big goals; who doesn’t? But we don’t realize that huge goals also need a bottom-up plan to achieve them. Today host John Laurito talks about why Big Hairy Audacious Goals require bigger plans to assure their achievement. Show notes: [1:20] Thanks, Steve! [2:18] What does it take to reach your big goals? [5:55] You need to take massive action [8:40] Outro Get a copy o...

Send a text We all have days when we just don’t feel like doing things, but we have to. In this episode, host John Laurito shares a short and effective mental exercise you can do to develop a great mindset and force a better-than-you-expected outcome. After all, it’s all in the mind. Show notes: [1:36] Bodie’s daily routine [4:10] Riddle time! [6:56] Think about this… [11:50] A 2-minute mental exe...