Straight Talk on Leadership with Dean Crisp

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Episode 27: How to Avoid Staying in Your Comfort Zone Mar 08, 2020

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EPISODE 27:
"How to Avoid Staying in Your Comfort Zone"
In this second part episode from last week, Dean has a solo conversation on how to avoid staying in your comfort zone. Dean discusses his 7 key points and ways to avoid staying in that comfort zone. Dean also recaps last week's episode and gives an insightful quote for the day.
(Please visit www.lhln.org to see the full episode notes).
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Episode 26: The Dangers of Living in Your Comfort Zone Mar 03, 2020

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EPISODE 26:
"The Dangers of Living in Your Comfort Zone"
In this episode, Dean has a solo discussion where he jumps into the 5 hazards and dangers of living in your comfort zone. Dean discusses his personal comfort areas and how staying in that comfort zone is and has become a detriment to his personal growth.
(Please visit our website at www.lhln.org to see the detailed and full episode notes).

Episode 25: Pushing Out of Your Leadership Comfort Zone | Lt. JP Harvey Feb 26, 2020

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EPISODE 25:
"Pushing Out of Your Leadership Comfort Zone | Lt. JP Harvey"
In this episode, Dean talks with Palm Beach Sheriff Office Lieutenant, JP Harvey, about his new role heading up the K-9 unit and how taking on this role pushed him out of his comfort zone and made him a better leader.
(Check out the show notes on our website at: www.lhln.org).

Episode 24: Transforming the Old to the New | Undersheriff Ray Walden Feb 16, 2020

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EPISODE 24:
"Transforming the Old to the New | Undersheriff Ray Walden"
In this episode, Dean talks with Undersheriff Ray Walden of the Clay County Sheriff’s Office in Florida. Ray brings 34+ years of municipal and sheriff deputy experience to our podcast. Walden talks about how developing their agency’s ‘why’ statement transformed their department. He discusses the training and leadership development they are providing deputies and civilian employees to instill and grow a culture of customer service to their people.
It is a powerful interview that any leader – whether they are law enforcement or not – can learn from. Be sure to subscribe to our podcast so you never miss an episode!
(You can read the show notes on our website at www.lhln.org).

Episode 23: The GAP Feb 09, 2020

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EPISODE 23:
"The GAP"
In this week's episode, Dean discusses the GAP. The Gap is defined as the place between where you are and where you want to be. Dean goes into detail on the importance of the GAP and the 7 steps to take in order to achieve/be successful through the GAP!
Dean also recaps the Master Presenter course that he taught this past week and how awesome of a time it was for himself and co-trainer, Tim Plotts. Dean gives his take aways of the class and what he learned from the students.
To see the detailed episode notes, please visit our website: www.lhln.org.

Episode 22: Being the Captain of Your Workplace Feb 02, 2020

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EPISODE 22:

"Being the Captain of Your Workplace"

There are 6 ways Dean discusses in this week's episode on how to be the Captain of your work place. These 6 ways are found in Sam Walker’s book, “ A Captain’s Class: A New Leader in Leadership”. They are as follows:

1. It’s not generally the superstars who are leading the team.

2. Talent will only take you so far (synergy is needed).

3. You cannot allow social loafing.

4. You have to have support players.

5. Captains don’t give big speeches, they give one on one communication.

6. You have to find a way to share your emotions with your team.

Dean suggests reading Sam Walker's book and exploring how these tips can help your leadership in your own workplace!

Dean also goes on to discuss his personal 9 tips that he gathered from reading Sam’s book.

9 things Dean has learned from the book on being the captain of your workplace:

1. Your Characteristics Have to Align with Your People.

2. Express Humility.

3. Give Relentless Effort.

4. Emotional Self Control.

5. Willingness to Do What is Necessary.

6. Let Others Know you Care About Them.

7. Able to Have One on One Conversations with Employees.

8. Be Content that you May Not Get the Credit for the Wins.

9. You Have to Help your Team Mirror your Emotions (in a Positive Way).

Dean would love to hear from you!
Please email him with your comments at: hdcrisp@lhln.org

Episode 21: Simplifying Leadership Jan 26, 2020

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EPISODE 21:
"Simplifying Leadership"
In this week's episode, Dean takes a deep dive into 3 methods that all leaders can use to SIMPLIFY their leadership. Albert Einstein states, "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough". Dean delves into many quotes and how his 3 tips can help simply your leadership.
To get the full episode show notes, please visit our website at www.lhln.org.
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Episode 20: Leading the Motivated Workforce | Capt. Joel Rossi Jan 23, 2020

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EPISODE 20:
"Leading the Motivated Workforce | Capt. Joel Rossi"
In this week's episode, Dean talks with Captain Joel Rossi about how to lead people who are already motivated. Captain Rossi is a 25+ year veteran of law enforcement and has served as the Captain over the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office Training Division and recently was transferred to the Special Operations Division that is over SWAT - a presidential protection detail with the secret service when President Trump is at Mar-a-Lago.
Captain Rossi talks about how he leads teams that are highly motivated and he also shares his favorite leadership books and thoughts on what it means to be an intentional leader.
(See the full show notes on our website at www.lhln.org).

Episode 19: Active Shooter/Intruder | Capt. Mac Marsh Jan 12, 2020

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EPISODE 19:
"Active Shooter/Intruder | Capt. Mac Marsh"
This is a must-listen episode! It is one that should be shared with your family and those you care about. In this episode, Dean interviews Captain Mac Marsh with the Columbia, SC police department. Captain Marsh is a certified instructor in Active Intruder/Active Shooter training and regularly trains Columbia-area businesses regarding the precautions, prevention, and best practices if the unthinkable ever happens.
Captain Marsh also teaches his class to businesses, schools, non-profits, churches, and other organizations who want to keep their employees vigilant and informed.
You can email Mac at emarsh@lhln.org to learn more about his "Active Intruder" training class.
(Check out the show notes for this episode on www.lhln.org).

Episode 18: Goal Setting Jan 06, 2020

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EPISODE 18:
"Goal Setting"
This is the season for setting goals and “resolutions” for the New Year.
Dean helps to provide clarity in making your goals a reality this year. In this episode, Dean talks about the importance of setting achievable goals and what he has found works best. While it is that time of year that everyone is setting goals for the upcoming year, often, they fall short, because there isn't a good strategy behind making that particular goal a reality. Dean walks through his 7 keys to setting and achieving goals.
Sit back and enjoy. Be sure to subscribe, like, and rate this podcast on whatever delivery platform you're listening on.
Happy New Year!
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