The Leadersmith

ULYSSES GRANT ON LEADERSHIP PART II – THE PRESIDENCY AND BEYOND. AN INTERVIEW WITH Craig von Buseck [EPISODE 169]

This is part II of an amazing discussion with Dr. Craig von Buseck.  I learned so much about Ulysses Grant and here we talk about his character, his accomplishments (and civil rights legislation that was passed 90 years before modern civil rights legislation), and how he met and overcame the most difficult challenge of his life.   

If you missed Part I, go back one episode. In that episode, we talked about the lost-cause school, Grant’s early life and business failures, his method of leading his men during the Civil war, and his formula for success.

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ULYSSES GRANT ON LEADERSHIP PART I – THE WAR YEARS. AN INTERVIEW WITH Craig von Buseck [EPISODE 167]

What do you really know about Ulysses Grant? In this episode you will learn why your understanding is probably wrong.

If you are like most of us, you only associate him with the concept of the war of attrition. Compared to Lee, Grant is a knuckle-dragger in the popular imagination. But Grant was an amazing servant leader. Really. I was surprised by this amazing discussion with Dr. Craig von Buseck. 

This is the first part of a two-part conversation. In this episode we talk about the lost-cause school, Grant’s early life and business failures, his method of leading his men during the Civil war, and his formula for success.

In the next episode, we will talk about his achievements during his presidency, why it was far better than you think, and how he overcame the greatest challenge of his life just before his death.

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HOW A PRISON INCIDENT COMMAND SYSTEM (ICS) OPERATIONS SECTION CHIEF THINKS ABOUT LEADERSHIP [EPISODE 167]

In this episode, I interview Dennis Mossburg. Dennis Spent 18 years as in the prisons system, much of it as an Incident Command System (ICS), Type III Operations Section Chief. He has a rather interesting perspective on leadership as a consequence of his unique experience. You will hear this, but you will also hear core leadership principles as he talks.  

He will discuss leadership in complex situations, how to deal with inmates effectively, and how to lead Type-A personalities.

He also wrote a book, Reflections on Leadership. You can find the book here:

https://www.amazon.com/Reflections-Leadership-What-Leaders-About-ebook/dp/B08RCVDKCL/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

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THREE CIRCLES THAT EXPLAIN HOW THE WORLD WORKS [EPISODE 166]

In this episode I describe three circles that explain how the world works. This is a bold promise, but in 10 minutes, I hope to reframe the way you see everything from taxes to income to sales to politics to leadership--it is all explained with three circles.

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WHAT I LEARNED FROM A YEAR OF PODCASTING [EPISODE 165]

In this episode I describe what I learned from podcasting for 1 year. What I learned and how I benefitted from this process is somewhat surprising—like cofounding the Excellence in Leadership institute—an opportunity that would not have emerged without the podcast.

 

For Excellence in Leadership Training:

https://excellenceinleadershipinstitute.com/

 

I also talked about Bebe Beans (Coffee that supports the girls’ home to get homeless off the street in Colombia):

https://www.bebebeans.com/

 

I also discussed my favorite episodes (in chronological order, but episode 69 is my absolute favorite):

 

1. Welcome to the Leadersmith

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/episode-01-welcome-to-the-leadersmiths-podcast/

 

4. The hulk, Billy Graham, and Why They Matter if You are a Leader.

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/episode-04-the-incredible-hulk-and-billy-graham-and-why-they-matter-if-you-are-a-leader/

 

 

33, 34, and 120. (Interviews with Brian Miller)

Need some Encouraging Perspective? Parts I and II

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/need-some-encouraging-perspective-part-i-episode-33/

 

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/need-some-encouraging-perspective-part-ii-episode-34/

 

Drink Coffee, Save homeless Girls in Medellin Colombia.

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/drink-coffee-save-homeless-girls-in-medellin-colombia-here-s-how-episode-120/

 

 

40. Think Like Trump (The Businessman)

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/think-like-trump-the-businessman-episode-40/

 

 

61. How StoneBridge School Teaches Students to Become Leaders

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/how-stonebridge-school-teaches-students-to-become-leaders-episode-61/

 

 

69. My new Favorite Leadership Story

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/my-new-favorite-leadership-story-episode-69/

 

 

 

126-128. Christmas Episodes:

Where do Christmas Traditions Come From,  The 12 Days of Christmas and Epiphany.

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/where-do-christmas-traditions-come-from-episode-126/

 

The Hidden Meaning in the 12 Days of Christmas

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/the-hidden-meaning-in-the-12-days-of-christmas-episode-127/

 

Epiphany and the True Meaning of Christmas

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/epiphany-and-the-true-meaning-of-christmas-episode-128/

 

 

145. How to Lead Well at Home

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/how-to-lead-well-at-home-episode-145/

 

 

146-148. Leadership and Communication with Kenny Embry

Leadership and Communication Part I

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/leadership-and-communication-%c2%a0part-i-episode-147/

 

Leadership and Communication Part II

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/leadership-and-communication-part-ii-episode-147/

 

Leadership and Communication Part III

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/leadership-and-communication%c2%a0-part-iii-episode-149/

 

153-154. How to Handle Fears with Kirsten Ross Vogel

How to Handle Fears with Kirsten Ross Vogel Part I

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/how-to-handle-fears-with-kirsten-ross-vogel-episode-153/

 

How to Handle Fears with Kirsten Ross Vogel Part II

https://leadersmith.podbean.com/e/how-to-handle-fears-with-kirsten-ross-vogel-part-ii-episode-154/

 

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MAKING GOOD POST-PANDEMIC CHOICES [EPISODE 164]

In this short episode, I explain how the pandemic altered our behaviors and how we can make appropriate choices as we move forward.

 

In the episode I referenced Dorie Clark’s Fast Company magazine article: https://www.fastcompany.com/90630073/i-painstakingly-tracked-everything-i-did-for-a-month-heres-what-i-learned?partner=rss&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=rss+fastcompany&utm_content=rss

 

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WHY YOU MUST MASTER THE BASICS [EPISODE 163]

In this short episode, I explain why mastering the basics is the key to long-term success in any endeavor.

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WANT TO START A PODCAST? [EPISODE 162]

In this episode, Tim Woody and I talk about lessons he learned from starting a Podcast. We talk about how to do it, and our hope is that you will be inspired to start your own.

 

Tim’s podcast is called Leadosophy.

You can find it here:

https://www.leadosophy.com/

 

You can also join his Facebook group here.

https://www.facebook.com/leadosophy

 

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HOW TO BE MORE PERSUASIVE [EPISODE 160]

In this episode I review a recent Psychology Today article entitled 6 Tools for Persuasion. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/how-do-life/202104/6-tools-persuasion

I give some context and examples so that you can apply these recommendations to your context.

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NOTABLE QUOTABLES: PETER F. DRUCKER’S MOST PROFOUND THOUGHTS [EPISODE 159]

In the last episode, I discussed Peter  F. Drucker’s humor and wit. In this episode, I will discuss some of his more profound thoughts.

Drucker wrote 39 books, mostly on management. He is the father of modern Management. You will find great wisdom in just about anything he says.

To find any of the quotes discussed in text so you can use them, click here: https://www.daringerdes.com/peter-f-druckers-most-profou/

If you want more, go back  to the last episodes—Drucker on leadership, Drucker on Management, or Drucker’s Humor and Wit.

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NOTABLE QUOTABLES: PETER F. DRUCKER’S HUMOR AND WIT [EPISODE 158]

In the last episode, I discussed the best quotes by Peter Drucker on the topic of Management. Before that I discussed his best leadership quotes. In this episode, I will discuss his humor and wit.

Drucker wrote 39 books, mostly on management. He is the father of modern Management. Even in his humor, you will find great wisdom.

To find any of the quotes discussed in text so you can use them, click here:

https://www.daringerdes.com/peter-f-druckers-wit-and-humor/

If you want more, go back  to the last episodes—Drucker on leadership and Drucker on Management or the next episode where I review his most profound thoughts.

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NOTABLE QUOTABLES: PETER F. DRUCKER ON MANAGEMENT [EPISODE 157]

In the last episode, I discussed the best quotes by Peter Drucker on the topic of leadership.

This episode will review his best quotes on management. Drucker wrote 39 books, mostly on management. He is the father of modern Management. You will find great wisdom packed into this short episode.

To find any of the quotes discussed in text so you can use them, click here: https://www.daringerdes.com/peter-f-drucker-on-management/

If you want more, go back  to the last episode—Drucker on leadership or the next episode where I review his humorous and intriguing quotations.

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NOTABLE QUOTABLES: PETER F. DRUCKER ON LEADERSHIP [EPISODE 156]

NOTABLE QUOTABLES: PETER F. DRUCKER ON LEADERSHIP [EPISODE 156]

In this episode, I discuss the best quotes by Peter Drucker on the topic of leadership. Drucker is the father of modern management. He wrote 39 books in his illustrious career and he gave us the vocabulary to think through the topic of management.

This episode will give you a lot of great concepts to mull over.

To find any of the quotes discussed, click here: https://www.daringerdes.com/peter-drucker-on-leadership/

If you want more, go on to the next episode—Drucker on Management.

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HOW TO BUILD A FOLLOWING ON SOCIAL MEDIA [EPISODE 155]

This episode is a little different, but it still relates to leadership. I review an article from Entrepreneur Magazine entitled How I grew my Twitter Following in 30 Days with Just 30 Minutes of Use Each Day. See the article link here.

https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/366635

This is not just for Twitter. The principles apply to all social media. They also apply to all of life.

 

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HOW TO HANDLE FEARS WITH KIRSTEN ROSS VOGEL (PART II) [EPISODE 154]

In this episode, I am releasing the second part of a conversation with Kirsten Ross Vogel. Kirsten is a podcaster and

She talks about the value that we bring to the table. Specifically, she will talk about feelings of not being good enough. She talks about how people pleasers are actually trying to control others, how the imposter syndrome works, and what to do if you don’t have credentials.

She completely altered my understanding of people-pleasing. I was blown away by her reframing of the subject.

 

Kirsten graciously spoke at a two day event sponsored by the Excellence in Leadership Institute. For more about ELI, click here:

https://excellenceinleadershipinstitute.com

 

If you would like to find Kirsten, you can find more about her here:

http://www.kirstenross.com/home 

 

Check out her podcast, Live and Lead for Impact:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-and-lead-for-impact-with-kirsten-e-ross/id889610758

 

Her books include From People Problems to Productivity

https://www.amazon.com/People-Problems-Productivity-Professionals-Leading/dp/1432761021/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=from+people+problems+to+productivity+kirsten+ross&qid=1613883917&sr=8-3

and Defeat Team Drama Now (which  has crazy-good ratings): https://www.amazon.com/Defeat-Team-Drama-Step-Step/dp/1736495801/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=defeat+team+drama+now+kirsten+ross&qid=1613883808&sr=8-2

 

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HOW TO HANDLE FEARS WITH KIRSTEN ROSS VOGEL [EPISODE 153]

In this episode, I am releasing a conversation with Kirsten Ross Vogel. Kirstin is a podcaster and

She talks about the value that we bring to the table, how we minimize our own value, and how we should put what we have to offer out for others.

She helps us recognize how we allow the fear of others’ opinions to keep us from stepping into our purpose. At the same time, it keeps us from helping others.

Kirstin graciously spoke at a two day event sponsored by the Excellence in Leadership Institute. For more about ELI, click here:

https://excellenceinleadershipinstitute.com

If you would like to find Kirsten, you can find more about her here:

http://www.kirstenross.com/home 

Check out her podcast, Live and Lead for Impact:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-and-lead-for-impact-with-kirsten-e-ross/id889610758

Her books include From People Problems to Productivity

https://www.amazon.com/People-Problems-Productivity-Professionals-Leading/dp/1432761021/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=from+people+problems+to+productivity+kirsten+ross&qid=1613883917&sr=8-3

and Defeat Team Drama Now (which  has crazy-good ratings): https://www.amazon.com/Defeat-Team-Drama-Step-Step/dp/1736495801/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=defeat+team+drama+now+kirsten+ross&qid=1613883808&sr=8-2

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GET NOTICED WITHOUT SUCKING UP TO THE BOSS [EPISODE 152]

This episode is a short segment from a Master Class on How to Get Noticed at Work for the Excellence in Leadership Institute. You will hear a segment with my colleague David Hajjar.

David tells a fantastic story that will help you think about how to get noticed at work. It is a counter-intuitive strategy, but it worked for him and it can work for you.

In this episode, I mentioned the Excellence in Leadership Institute. You can find more about ELI here:

https://excellenceinleadershipinstitute.com/

Attend a training:

https://www.getpromotedlive.com/

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IT COULD FAIL [PART II - RISK] [EPISODE 151]

This episode is part II of a continuing conversation with Kenny Embry. Kenny is the host of Balancing the Christian Life podcast. https://www.balancingthechristianlife.com/

You can hear part I here:

https://www.balancingthechristianlife.com/it-could-fail-part-1/

In this episode I mentioned the article I wrote, Rules for Resolutionaries in CEOWORLD magazine. Here is the link to the article:

https://ceoworld.biz/2021/01/01/rules-for-resolutionaries/

I also mentioned the Excellence in Leadership Institute. You can find more about ELI here:

https://excellenceinleadershipinstitute.com/

Attend a training:

https://www.getpromotedlive.com/

I also talked about the ONE MINUTE TO BE A BETTER LEADER weekly newsletter. If you would like to see the survey and get on the mailing list, here is the link: https://forms.gle/YxAEgWgj3rrtvjjz7

I also mentioned the Leadosophy podcast that Tim Woody started when I gently prodded him to get started. You can listen to it here:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leadosophy/id1538482255

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THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX (LIKE A NAVY SEAL) [EPISODE 150]

In this episode, I want to tell you a story. The story comes from Rob O’Neill’s book, The Operator. O’Neill is the Navy SEAL who pulled the trigger and killed Osama Bin Laden. The story is from his memoir.

The story is not about killing Bin Laden. However, it is one of the best examples of thinking outside the box that I have ever come across and I am going to share that here.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY PANDEMIC [EPISODE 149]

In this episode, I discuss the one year mark of the coronavirus pandemic. People will date it differently, but I date it to a year ago this week.

I will explain why and account for my actions since the outbreak of the virus.

 

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LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION [PART III] [EPISODE 148]

In this episode, I am releasing the Third part of a great conversation with Dr. Kenny Embry. The first was just a teaser to see if you were interested. The second was a longer segment where Kenny explained the power of story, why online communities are not the same as real relationships, and how to communicate with others honestly in our hypersensitive society. In this session, he takes questions from a live audience.

 

Kenny graciously spoke at a two-day event sponsored by the Excellence in Leadership Institute. For more about ELI, click here:

https://excellenceinleadershipinstitute.com

 

If you enjoyed this, listen to Part I (Episode 146) and Part II (Episode 147) if you haven’t already.

 

In this episode, I mentioned the Excellence in Leadership Institute. For upcoming free events, check out: https://www.getpromotedlive.info/

 

If you would like to find Kenny’s podcast, Balancing the Christian Life, you can find more about him here:

https://www.balancingthechristianlife.com/

 

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LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION PART II [EPISODE 147]

LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION  [PART II] [EPISODE 147]

In this episode, I am releasing the second part of a great conversation with Dr. Kenny Embry. The first was just a teaser to see if you were interested. In this longer segment, Kenny explains the power of story, why online communities are not the same as real relationships, and how to communicate with others honestly in our hypersensitive society. This session is not to be missed.

 

Kenny graciously spoke at a two-day event sponsored by the Excellence in Leadership Institute. For more about ELI, click here:

https://excellenceinleadershipinstitute.com

 

 

If you enjoyed this, listen to Part I (Episode 146) if you haven’t already and Part III (Episode 148) which is more of a Q and A for Kenny.

 

In this episode, I mentioned the Excellence in Leadership Institute. For upcoming free events, check out: https://www.getpromotedlive.info/

 

If you would like to find Kenny’s podcast, Balancing the Christian Life, you can find more about him here:

https://www.balancingthechristianlife.com/

 

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LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNICATION [PART I] [EPISODE 146]

In this short episode, I am releasing the first part of a great conversation with Dr. Kenny Embry. Kenny is a podcaster and a Professor of Communication at St. Leo University. 

 

Kenny graciously spoke at a two-day event sponsored by the Excellence in Leadership Institute. For more about ELI, click here:

https://excellenceinleadershipinstitute.com

 

In this short episode, Kenny discusses communication and leadership.  I asked Kenny why everyone thinks that they can communicate, but communication issues plague organizations. What is going on?

Kenny explained the way we should think about communication. If you get this, it changes EVERYTHING about how you approach the subject of communication. I PROMISE. HIS ANSWER IS A GAME-CHANGER.

 

If you enjoyed this, listen to longer segments—Part II and Part III (each are roughly a half hour) follow in episode 147 and 148. I intentionally keep these episodes to a manageable size for listeners’ convenience.

 

In this episode, I mentioned the Excellence in Leadership Institute. For upcoming free events check out: https://www.getpromotedlive.info/

 

If you would like to find Kenny’s podcast, Balancing the Christian Life, you can find more about him here:

https://www.balancingthechristianlife.com/

 

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HOW TO LEAD WELL AT HOME [EPISODE 145]

In this episode, I again interview Jeff Carlucci. Jeff is my former colleague at StoneBridge School where I taught from 1999-2004. Jeff has been there for 24 years and he is the former Headmaster of the school.

In this episode, we are going to talk about what we talked about a lot when I worked there—leading at home. During this period of my life, I was single, met my soon-to-be-wife, and I was married. Jeff was very much a mentor to me and we discussed these things while we graded papers or worked out. I hope you can benefit from the discussion.

 

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20 HABITS YOU MUST STOP [EPISODE 144]

In this episode, I will discuss 20 habits you must stop or it will stop you. The list comes from a fantastic book by Marshall Goldsmith (What Got You Here Won’t Get You There).

 

These errors will derail your career if you let it. Don’t let it. Learn about it now and fix it before it is too late.

 

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THE LEADERSHIP SECRETS OF RUSH LIMBAUGH [EPISODE 143]

Rush Limbaugh passed away a few days ago. In this episode, I use his words to explain how he rose to prominence and become the ultra-successful conservative standard bearer.

 

Limbaugh was well-known for being a conservative firebrand, but after listening to this episode you will understand why he was successful (and it had less to do with politics than the way that he thought about himself and his audience).

 

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7 WAYS TO GET YOURSELF PROMOTED SOONER [EPISODE 142]

Many people are frustrated because they have been overlooked for promotion. In this episode, I talk about getting promoted at work. I review a great article in Forbes entitled Seven Way to Achieve a Promotion Sooner Rather than Later by Roberta Matuson:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/robertamatuson/2021/02/16/seven-ways-to-achieve-a-promotion-sooner-rather-than-later/?sh=11d32f0c7e71

 

I also talked about the Excellence in Leadership Institute. If you need help getting to the next level, this is where you can get it.

https://excellenceinleadershipinstitute.com/?fbclid=IwAR18W55Ffmxk2AGNdiY9WFJjJzRmw9YpIlKpu8UHHbE1uqSah4H6ERMSbtQ

 

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HOW TO DEVELOP A SUCCESS MINDSET [EPISODE 141]

Do you want to be successful? In spite of all of the toxicity all around us, if we want to be successful, we have to take control of our own minds. In this episode I will talk about how to have a success mindset.

I mentioned a training in this episode. You can find it here:

https://www.impactleadershipchallenge.com/opt-in1609628320628 (This training is free)

 

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HOW OUR BRAINS ARE WIRED FOR POLITICAL HATRED [EPISODE 140]

As I record, we are in the middle of Trump’s second impeachment trial. As the nation listens to the arguments, partisans agree with half of what is being said, and the viscerally object to the other half. Why? Why are we so politically divided? Why does politics divide us. It has to do with brain wiring and our environment.

In this episode I discuss an article from Rene Levy, a researcher at the University of Washington who spend much of his career studying the emotion of hate.

Here is the link:

https://www.dailyuw.com/news/article_a4bd8cf8-6697-11eb-ac99-ab37a4a96be5.html

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THE LINK BETWEEN ENGAGEMENT AND PROFITABILITY AT WORK [EPISODE 139]

In this episode, I discuss the links between engagement, wellness, productivity, and ultimately PROFITABILITY at work. I use an article from Forbes to provide a number of fascinating facts about engagement. You can see the article here:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/nazbeheshti/2019/01/16/10-timely-statistics-about-the-connection-between-employee-engagement-and-wellness/?sh=7a55b6b222a0&fbclid=IwAR0bXL2YQe_cXK2-grM0qZOIhBEL522FVMZmMBxZy20sUger_gMUPRCs6iE

 

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NOTABLE QUOTABLES: W. CLEMENT STONE ON SUCCESS [EPISODE 138]

In this episode, I review a number of quotes by W. Clement Stone. Stone was an incredibly successful businessman, and a disciple of Napoleon Hill. His advice on success is  useful to this day.

Here are the quotes I will review. I unpack them in this episode:

“All personal achievement starts in the mind of the individual. Your personal achievement starts in your mind. The first step is to know exactly what your problem, goal or desire is.”

 

When you discover your mission, you will feel its demand. It will fill you with enthusiasm and a burning desire to get to work on it.”

 

“Instead of believing the world is plotting to do you harm, choose to believe the world is plotting to do you good. Instead of seeing every difficult challenging event as a negative, see it for what it could be – something that is meant to enrich you, empower you, or advance your causes.” 

 

“To be happy, make other people happy."

 

“There is little difference in people, but that little difference makes a big difference. The little difference is attitude. The big difference is whether it is positive or negative.”

 

“There is more to success than reading self-help books and extracting the philosophy contained in them, and that is action. The true value of a self-help book is not what the writer puts into the book, but what you, the reader, take out of the book and put into your life.”

 

“Keep your mind on your objective, and persist until you succeed. Study, think and plan.”

 

“So, you’ve got a problem? That’s good! Why? Because repeated victories over your problems are the rungs on your ladder of success. With each victory, you grow in wisdom, stature and experience. You become a better, bigger, more successful person each time you meet a problem and tackle and conquer it with a positive mental attitude.”

 

“To solve a problem or to reach a goal, you don’t need to know all the answers in advance. But you must have a clear idea of the problem or the goal you want to reach.”

 

“You are a product of your environment. So choose the environment that will best develop you toward your objective. Analyze your life in terms of its environment. Are the things around you helping you toward success – or are they holding you back?”

 

“Be careful the environment you choose for it will shape you; be careful the friends you choose for you will become like them.”

 

“The reason so few people are successful is no one has yet found a way for someone to sit down and slide uphill.”

 

“Regardless of who you are or what you have been, you can be what you want to be.” 

 

“You always do what you want to do. This is true with every act. You may say that you had to do something, or that you were forced to, but actually, whatever you do, you do by choice. Only you have the power to choose for yourself.”

 

"Have the courage to say no. Have the courage to face the truth. Do the right thing because it is right. These are the magic keys to living your life with integrity."

 

“Sometimes the things that seem to be adversities turn out to be opportunities in disguise.”

 

“Effort and work can become fun when you establish specific desirable goals.”

 

"No matter how carefully you plan your goals they will never be more that pipe dreams unless you pursue them with gusto."

 

"Tell everyone what you want to do and someone will want to help you do it."

 

“Try, try, try, and keep on trying is the rule that must be followed to become an expert in anything.”

 

“You have everything to gain and nothing to lose by trying.”

 

“Success is achieved and maintained by those who try, and keep trying, for there is nothing to lose by trying and a great deal to gain if successful. By all means TRY! Do it NOW!!!”

 

“Thinking will not overcome fear but action will.”  

 

“It takes less work to succeed than to fail.”  

 

“Do it now.”

 

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FOCUS ON YOUR GOALS [EPISODE 137]

In this episode, I discuss the power of focus in personal productivity. We will talk about how to focus, what to focus on and I will throw in a few great quotes about focus.

If you want to be productive—if you want to get things done, you must focus your efforts.

 

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HISTORICAL EXAMPLES OF POLITICAL NAME-CALLING [EPISODE 136]

In recent episodes, I have been talking about the rancor in our politics. I talked about respectful debate and how you should conduct yourself.

It seems that the country is being ripped apart and political discourse is not helping. In this episode, I want to take a step back and gain the perspective of history to analyze the problem. You will be surprised by what you hear.

 

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HOW TO ACHIEVE UNITY [EPISODE 135]

Unity? What is it? How do we gain unity? President Biden made a call for unity at the inauguration. He said, “

“We must end this uncivil war that pits red against blue, rural versus urban, conservative versus liberal. We can do this if we open our souls instead of hardening our hearts — if we show a little tolerance and humility, and if we're willing to stand in the other person's shoes.”

 

But the politicians who talk the most about unity are often the worst role models—and it seems the more zealous their followers, the more damage that they tend to do.

However, there is one group of people who can teach us a great deal about how to unify. These people actively build bridges instead of call names. I will talk about them and draw lessons from their activities that can help us gain the unity we seek.

 

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THE BOOK OF PROVERBS ON DISAGREEING RESPECTFULLY [EPISODE 134]

What do the Proverbs say about how to disagree respectfully? How do I disagree without being disagreeable? When I dialogue with others and I wise, a fool, a mocker, or simple?

 

In this episode, I unpack over 100 verses from the book of proverbs that speak directly to how we should disagree with others. It was quite convicting.

 

This is a follow-up to last week’s episode. Last week I discussed an article from Psychology Today on how to disagree respectfully.

 

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HOW TO DISAGREE RESPECTFULLY [EPISODE 133]

It seems that the world is unhinged. Half of the country seems to be living in a parallel universe (and they think the same thing about your half). It is easy to disagree, and it feels like it is becoming easier to be disagreeable. How do you disagree respectfully?  How do you disagree productively? How do you disagree politely? How do you disagree without being disagreeable? How do you seek common ground?

 

In this episode I will discuss all of that. Much of it is mindset and the actions that flow from your mindset. I will draw heavily on an absolutely fantastic article from Psychology Today by Melody Stanford Martin:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/brave-talk/202101/11-tips-talking-someone-you-disagree

 

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WHAT WILL HAPPEN AFTER THE CAPITOL RIOT? TO TRUMP? TO CONSERVATIVES? TO AMERICA? [EPISODE 132]

Last Wednesday the world watched in disbelief as Trump supporters, perhaps mixed with agitators, desecrated the Capitol Building. The new media has flashed these images relentlessly. The Left is outraged, but the Right is too. There is near-universal condemnation for what happened.

In the wake of these events, Pelosi and Schumer are calling on Pence to invoke the 25^th Amendment. They are formulating new articles of impeachment. Twitter cut off the leader of the free world—FOR LIFE.

In this episode, I will do my best to unpack these events and analyze them through the lens of leadership. I will do my best to see through both sides, and I will give you my analysis of what happened, what is happening right now, and what is likely to happen in the future.

 

If you think I am wrong, tell me what I missed. If you think I am right, please share this episode with others.

 

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BUSINESS TRENDS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR FUTURE [EPISODE 131]

In this episode I discuss how mega-trends will affect your future. It is based on a Fast Company article, the 25 Best and Worst Work Trends of the Past 25 Years.

https://www.fastcompany.com/90558785/the-25-best-and-worst-work-trends-of-the-past-25-years?partner=rss&utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=rss+fastcompany&utm_content=rss

If you understand these trends, it will be easier to anticipate the future.

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MAKING NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS STICK [EPISODE 130]

MAKING NEW YEARS RESOLUTONS STICK [EPISODE 130]

In this episode I discuss how to make New Years Resolutions stick. We will discuss additional factors beyond the resolutions themselves that will increase your chance at keeping your resolutions. This episode is based on the article I wrote for CEO World Magazine entitled Rules for Resolutionaries: https://ceoworld.biz/2021/01/01/rules-for-resolutionaries/

 

In the episode I listed a number of great books for you to read which include:

• The Art of the Deal– Donald Trump
• Atomic Habits– James Clear
• The 4 Disciplines of Execution– Chris McChesney, Sean Covey, & Jim Huling
• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People– Stephen Covey
• The 12-Week Year– Brian Morgan & Michael Lennington
• The Compound Effect– Darren Hardy
• The Effective Executive– Peter F. Drucker
• The Power of Habit– Charles Duhigg
• Undercover Billionaire– Discovery Channel TV Series
• What’s Best Next– Matt Perman

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I LOST 40 LBS (AND KEPT IT OFF) [EPISODE 129]

It is a new year. Welcome to 2021. From this point forward, I will be publishing two episodes per week (Wednesday and Saturday).

 

This first episode of the new year is a very different episode. Want to know how to lose weight? You probably want to lose weight fast. You probably want to lose weight quickly. I will talk about how I lost 40 lbs. and kept it off. I explain the process of weight gain and weight loss. I will equip you with what you need in order to be successful. You can do it!

I told you that you can see me in a before and after on YouTube. Check out this link to watch:

outu.be/ZLOzGK80kZY

At the end of the episode, I mentioned a reading list. Check out these two books and this podcast episode:

1. Change anything — Kerry, Patterson, Grenny, Maxfield, McMillan and Switzler.
2. The compound Effect — Darren Hardy
3. Notable Quotables: Jim Rhon on Success [Leadership Podcast Episode 108] https://youtu.be/vQ1xgDL61Yk

Or watch it on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/SKyRhRVffhU

I also mentioned the scale I use (I don’t get any money for this):

Renpho Scale:

https://www.amazon.com/RENPHO-Bluetooth-Bathroom-Composition-Smartphone/dp/B01NALRONX

 

Here is the free App I use to track calories (I don’t get money for this either).

Lose it app:

https://www.loseit.com/

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EPIPHANY AND THE TRUE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS [EPISODE 128]

In this episode, I talk about the other 12 Days of Christmas—Epiphany. I will discuss the problem, the solution, and the real reason for Christmas. And, we will examine all of this through the lens of leadership.

This is part III of a three-part series on Christmas. If you liked this episode, please listen to the Hidden Meaning in the 12 days of Christmas [Episode 127] and Where do Christmas Traditions Come From? [Episode 126]

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THE HIDDEN MEANING IN THE 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS? [EPISODE 127]

In this episode, I talk about the hidden meaning of the somewhat absurd sounding 12 Days of Christmas. This is an extension of the last episode, Where do Christmas Traditions Come From? If you haven’t listened to Episode 126, please listen to it first.

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WHERE DO CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS COME FROM? [EPISODE 126]

In this episode, I explain the background of many Christmas Traditions. Is Christmas religious or Pagan? Is Santa Real? Why do we drag a tree into our homes and decorate them with lights?

 

This is the first part of a two part series. In the next episode I will explain the 12 days of Christmas, the Epiphany, and discuss leadership in my favorite carols and the Christmas story.

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THIS MATHEMATICIAN WON THE LOTTERY (AND HOW YOU CAN WIN YOURS) [EPISODE 125]

In this episode, I explain how a retired mathematician made himself a multi-millionaire by winning the lottery. I will explain how to the lottery, the chances you have of winning the lottery (the odds of winning the lottery the most winning lottery numbers, and the secret formula and cheat codes (well, kind of).

In the episode I referred to a few articles—the Entrepreneur magazine article: Retired Mathematician Worn $26 Million from State Lotteries…Legally.

https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/361273

and the math behind the win in the Journal of American Science Statistics and probability in Lottery of WINFall:

http://www.jofamericanscience.org/journals/am-sci/0201/06-lihao-0106.pdf

 

I also mentioned episode 40 – Think like Trump (the Businessman). Listen to it here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-like-trump-the-businessman-episode-40/id1513241760?i=1000482385011

 

Or, watch it on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/81jDCSJvvi4

 

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LEADERSHIP QUOTES BY WOMEN – THE 25 BEST QUOTES I COULD FIND [EPISODE 124]

In this episode, I am going to provide a review of the best leadership quotes, the most inspirational quotes, the most empowering quotes by female leaders.

I do not worry about who said it (e.g., politically left or right). I am only concerned with the content of the quotes.

If you are working on a report or a presentation, or you just need a little inspiration, you don’t want to miss this.

As a bonus, I have linked the entire presentation so you can use any of the quotes. I have cited sources for pictures where the pictures where necessary. Enjoy!

https://csuniv0-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/g/personal/dgerdes_csuniv_edu/ESIo_RLL2T5OvvSYOfh-WR0BFU2ne0dyOCal_1VofIRIXg?e=Bp9i7n

 

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HOW TO GET PROMOTED [EPISODE 123]

This episode is all about how to get promoted, specifically how to get promoted at work—a job promotion--and how to do it fast. We will talk about what to say, and how to earn a promotion.

 

In the episode, I discussed a Glassdoor.com article: 8 Habits of Employees that Get Promoted by Jessica Thiefels.

https://www.glassdoor.com/blog/8-habits-of-employees-that-get-promoted/

 

I also mentioned a list of leadership books you can find on my blog: The Professor’s Picks: Top 10 Leadership Books:

https://www.daringerdes.com/the-professors-picks-top-10-leadership-books/

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HOW TO WRITE A MISSION STATEMENT AND CREATE A VISION STATEMENT FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION [EPISODE 122]

What is a vision statement? What is a mission statement? What is the definition of a mission statement? Can you give a mission statement example? Yes.  

In this episode, I will unpack the difference between mission and vision statements.  I will tell you what a mission statement is and what a vision statement is and what a vision statement is and I will show you how to create a great vision statement.

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HOW TO MAKE MORE ETHICAL DECISIONS [EPISODE 121]

It seems that every time you turn on the news, you see ethical train wrecks. In this episode, I talk about how you can make more ethical decisions. 

Standard business texts propose a 4-prong model for making ethical decisions. I will talk about that and I will propose a different 3-prong model for making ethical decisions.

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DRINK COFFEE. SAVE HOMELESS GIRLS IN MEDELLÍN COLOMBIA. HERE’S HOW. [EPISODE 120]

64% of Americans drink coffee every day. Want your coffee money to support a great cause? A missionary in Colombia began using coffee to fund a home for homeless girls in Medellín. Many of these girls had turned to prostitution and were pregnant. 100% of the profits from Bebebeans funds this shelter—Esther’s Home (http://www.tministries.org/esther-s-home).  

In this episode, Brian tells the story of Esther’s Home, Bebe Beans, and how you can have a part in helping these women.

Please visit the website: www.Bebebeans.com and check it out.

Brian was a guest on the podcast before. In episode 33 and 34, I had Brian Miller on the show. In the first episode, we heard about Brian’s unique perspective on leadership:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/need-some-encouraging-perspective-part-i-episode-33/id1513241760?i=1000479581941

In episode 34, Brian tells about street ministry, interacting with Colombian drug dealers, and briefly explains the coffee connection.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/need-some-encouraging-perspective-part-ii-episode-34/id1513241760?i=1000479751163

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THE MINDSET NECESSARY FOR SUCCESS IN NETWORKING [EPISODE 119]

In episode 115, I explained how networking can be one of the most kind and genuinely human activities you engage in in business, and  I explained how it can provide rocket fuel to your success.

In this episode, I will teach you about the mindset necessary for effective networking. I compare two experiences I had over the last few days and explain how one approach failed miserably and how the other made me a raving fan. It all comes down to mindset.

Before you listen to this episode, please listen to episode 115 because this is really a sequel to that episode and you will have a fuller experience if you listen to one before the other.

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