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#179: Matt Doherty, author and former head basketball coach at North Carolina — Look for the opportunities in adversity Mar 21, 2024

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If you lead long enough, you’re bound to find yourself in a situation that’s hard, unfair, or even downright painful.

In those moments of adversity, how do you respond? And what can you learn from them?

This week’s episode gives you an honest, vulnerable look into those questions and can help you uncover the opportunities waiting in whatever adversity you’re dealing with.

You’ll also learn:

The big risk you take in not holding people accountable
Three fun (but practical) tips to be a better salesperson
An open and honest look at how to deal with getting fired
What it was like to win a national title alongside Michael Jordan

Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:

The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go

Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day

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3 More Questions (Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Mar 18, 2024

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:

How can leaders stay steady and consistent after really high highs or really low lows?
How does a leader instill that sense of want and drive in their people?
How should leaders go about processing what others would see as a failure?

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Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
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#178: Deion "Coach Prime" Sanders, NFL Hall of Famer and Head Football Coach at the University of Colorado – Even if you’re broken, keep moving Mar 14, 2024

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It’s Prime Time, baby!

Get inside the mind of one of the most charismatic and inspirational leaders out there—the one and only Deion Sanders.

If you’re trying to make big changes, level up your leadership, or get motivated, this conversation is the inspiration you need to do it.

You’ll also learn:

One habit every great communicator has
Why it’s important to define what a “win” is for your team
How to lead, even if you’re not in charge
The mentality you need in order to lead a massive turnaround

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3 More Questions (Michelle Korsmo) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Mar 11, 2024

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:

How should leaders think about evaluating a team and defining vision? Are those two things inherently linked?
What is your take on having your business strategy be a living, breathing document?
What’s one piece of advice you can give leaders who have to unite and engage people across multiple different sectors?

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Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#177: Michelle Korsmo, President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association — Engage others by drawing them out Mar 07, 2024

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How can you get people engaged with your big plans and strategies? It starts with how you engage with them.

Michelle Korsmo is the President and CEO of the National Restaurant Association, and she understands the power of drawing people out in order to get them engaged with her big goals. Listen to this episode and see how it’s done!

You’ll also learn:

How to turn big strategies into real plans
Two key factors to advancing your agenda
The mindset shift you need to make after getting promoted
Advice for women who want to advance in their careers

Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:

The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go

Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day

Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

3 More Questions (Joe Scarlett) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Mar 04, 2024

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:

What are some ways leaders can hone in on who their customers really are?
Why do you believe Tractor Supply Company's stock performed as well as it did from 2000-2020?
How do you train your people to do the right thing with customers?

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GO DEEPER

Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#176: Joe Scarlett, former CEO of Tractor Supply Company — Transparency unifies a team Feb 29, 2024

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Let’s be honest: just because people work for the same company doesn’t mean they’re on the same team.

As a leader, how can you truly get your team unified and working together?

This conversation with Joe Scarlett, the former CEO of Tractor Supply Company, is full of practical ideas and insights.

You’ll also learn:

One small tweak you might need to make to your bonus structure
A blueprint for conducting a successful site visit
Why it’s important to open up and share company details with your team
How Tractor Supply Company avoided getting squashed by big competitors like The Home Depot and Walmart

Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:

The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go

Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day

Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

3 More Questions (Tim Schurrer) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Feb 26, 2024

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:

What made you hire Tim in the first place?
What’s your vision for the How Leaders Lead app and why do you believe it will be so powerful for leaders?
What’s a story from your career about a time when someone helped you win, and how did that impact you as a leader?

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GO DEEPER

Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

#175: Tim Schurrer, Author and CEO of David Novak Leadership – Help others win Feb 22, 2024

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When you think about success in your career, you usually think about your own goals and growth.

But if you really want to accomplish big things in your career, you have to shift your focus from “me” to “we.” In this episode, you’ll see how to help others win and become the kind of leader everyone wants to work for.

You’ll also discover:

Something to try in your next staff meeting to make your team feel more recognized
Two common marketing mistakes (and how to fix them)
A question that can help you refine your own definition of success
Innovative programs to help the kids in your life become stronger leaders

Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources:

The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go

Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day

Whichever you choose, you can be sure you’ll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.

3 More Questions (Aylwin Lewis) with David Novak and Koula Callahan Feb 19, 2024

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On this episode of 3 More Questions, you'll hear David Novak's answers to:

Why do you think hiring might be the key to fixing high turnover?
What mindsets should leaders look to develop if they have their sights set on a C-level job?
What are things leaders ought to seek out when they join a new company in a different industry?

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GO DEEPER

Scale up your leadership skills in 2 minutes a day with the How Leaders Lead app — Download today in the App Store
Get coaching from David by signing up to receive his Weekly Leadership Plan. It builds on each podcast episode by offering actionable steps you can take each week to incorporate the learnings from the episode into your leadership style. It only takes about 5 minutes and is a great way to start off your week!
Subscribe to the How Leaders Lead podcast to ensure you never miss an episode!

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