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Become a more effective communicator by absorbing several practical tips from Matt Abrahams, author of Think Faster, Talk Smarter: How to Speak Successfully When You’re Put on the Spot. Matt is a Lecturer in Organizational Behavior at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, where he researches and shares practical ways to improve how you communicate with others. He explains that talking faster is about recognizing patterns and being able to respond appropriately in the moment by being more deliberate and intentional. He also shares tips for connecting with an audience, including making the content relevant, using engaging tools like stories and questions, and using language that creates a mental image for the audience. Listen Like a Leader: Read our guide to learn how to listen and then pick one or two skills you can start building this week.

Collaboration with those you may not always agree with is more important than ever before. That is one of several key takeaways from Raj Shah, who currently serves as the President of The Rockefeller Foundation and is the author of Big Bets: How Large Scale Change Really Happens. Raj emphasizes the importance of being an optimist, finding fresh and innovative solutions, recruiting committed partners, and fiercely measuring results. Raj also discusses the need for leaders to build authentic relationships, be vulnerable, and make smart decisions. 3 Leadership Actions to Amplify Your Organization's Impact:   Download our guide for three actions your leaders can take today to transform your teams' efforts into high-value results.

Discover how to build a workplace that attracts the next generation of leaders with hospitality leadership expert David Arraya. David talks about the powerful impact of being present and how to navigate managing multiple stakeholders as you pursue what he calls conscious leadership. He emphasizes the importance of hospitality skills in the coming generation and discusses the need for children to learn human connection, negotiation, resilience, and mindfulness. Building Exceptional Leaders in Uncertain Times: During uncertain times, people look to their leaders to reassure and realign them toward their most important goals. These four critical behaviors help leaders motivate and focus their people on what really matters, even amid uncertainty, stress, and burnout.

The connection you make with your audience is a number one priority for any speaker or presenter. Author and co-founder of the Washington Speakers Bureau, Bernie Swain, shares this and other tactical tips to help you take your presentation skills to the next level in today’s episode of On Leadership with Scott Miller. Bernie speaks to the value of humor, and the need to let people see who you truly are as a speaker, in addition to discussing some notable figures from his extensive Rolodex. He also shares the importance of speaking with confidence, belief in your message, and the balance between preparation and spontaneity in delivering a successful speech.  5 Ways to Multiply Your Team's Natural Genius: Download our guide to help your leaders get the most from their team.

Joy is a choice you can, and should, make each day. At least that’s the stance taken by award-winning journalist, renowned speaker, and New York Times bestselling author, Malcolm Gladwell. Malcolm discusses the future of work and the importance of organizational culture in a changing landscape, emphasizing the power of overstories and the impact they have on shaping communities and organizations. He highlights the need for leaders to understand and appreciate the variability in human performance and the importance of making finely grained judgments. In this masterclass, Malcolm shares insights on dealing with criticism, the value of reflection in writing, and the significance of diversity in the workplace. Leadership Approaches for a New World: Download our guide to help leaders in your organization embrace this new world and understand the fundamental principles that will help them move forward.

Whether you are focused on product development, sales, marketing, advertising, or almost anything that involves promoting a product or service, this interview with Russell Brunson is a must-listen. The serial entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of ClickFunnels breaks down the sales funnel process in a way that anyone can put it to work for them in their business. He explains the importance of using hooks, stories, and offers to create the most impactful funnels, emphasizing the need for simplicity and clarity within each of those steps. 3 Leadership Actions to Amplify Your Organization's Impact: Download our guide for three actions your leaders can take today to transform your teams' efforts into high-value results.

World record holder Jenn Drummond’s story is both herculean and unrelatable. But in this bestselling author’s new book BreakProof: Seven Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals, Jenn shares powerful lessons that apply to and inspire all of us to summit our own metaphorical or literal mountains in life. Jenn discusses her harrowing journey to becoming the first and only female to climb the Seven Second Summits, in a quest that was sparked by her survival of an unsurvivable car crash in 2018. Her story is like an inoculation for those of us with big audacious goals, inspiring us all to overcome our breaking points with grace, poise, and resilience. 4 Steps to Refine and Execute Your Team Goals: Like a bullseye, a clear goal is a target that leaves nothing to interpretation. You either hit it, or you don't. Without a clear goal, people can't tell how well they are doing or even what they should be doing. Download this guide to bring laser focus and clarity to your goals.

Episode 326 | This episode is a must-listen before you go to your next dinner party, barbeque, one-on-one, or coffee date with a friend. Highly respected opinion writer, columnist, and bestselling author David Brooks joins us for a candid conversation about the art of truly getting to know those around you. David shares his personal journey of emotional growth and the importance of developing skills in emotional connection, social interaction, and vulnerability. David also shares how you can more thoughtfully approach supporting individuals who are suffering and how to have more meaningful conversations with anyone and everyone in your life. Listen Like a Leader: Read our guide to learn how to listen and then pick one or two skills you can start building this week.  

Episode 325 | Perseverance and determination play a powerful role in bringing your vision to life. That is one of several key insights offered up by multiple Academy Award-winning producer and New York Times bestselling author, Brian Grazer, in his conversation On Leadership. Brian discusses his book, A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life, which explores the power of curiosity and human connection. He emphasizes the importance of preparation in all things, as well as understanding what people are really saying no to, and staying true to your vision no matter what. 3 Steps to Build a Culture Where Teams Thrive: To provide lasting support to their people, organizations need to build a winning culture with inclusive, high-trust values that help their people succeed both at work and outside of it. Download and share this guide and help your organization align its culture and values with what’s best for its people.  

Episode 324 | If you’re looking for insights on how to effectively build and manage your social media presence while staying true to your core values, this is the conversation for you. South Dakotan middle school science teacher and social media phenomenon, Gabe Dannenbring joins us to share what he’s learned from balancing his career as a teacher with maintaining a following of more than 2 million across various platforms. Gabe emphasizes the importance of prioritizing face-to-face interactions in an increasingly digital world, and urges users of social media to stay positive amid the sea of negativity online. Manage Your Time Like a Pro: 7 Tips for Doing What Matters Most – Hard-working professionals should be spending more time on their long-term goals. We can help. 

Episode 323 | Hard is not a harrowing enough word to describe Jihyun Park’s journey, but it’s also simple, true, and accuate. Join Jihyun Park and Seh-Lynn Chai, authors of The Hard Road Out: One Woman’s Escape from North Korea, for a discussion that will make you truly appreciate the privileges we take for granted in democratic societies. Jihyun shares various aspects of life in North Korea, including the strict hierarchy, curfews, and constant surveillance. She shares the heartbreaking story of being separated from her son and her time in a North Korean prison and various other challenges she faced along the way.  The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: A Brief Guide  Download our guide for a summary of principles and practices that can help you cope with change in resilient, creative ways.

Episode 322 | The view of life from 3000 feet or higher can offer you some pretty interesting perspectives on what it takes to hang on, let go, and conquer life’s hardest climbs. Join author and champion climber Sasha DiGiulian as she emphasizes the importance of breaking down big goals into achievable steps and surrounding oneself with people who complement one's weaknesses. She also discusses the mental aspect of climbing, including the need for focus, perseverance, and a positive mindset. She advises listeners to find an outlet that brings them joy and to be present in the moment. Thriving Through Tough Times: Download our guide and explore four tactics you can use to navigate the negative mindsets that creep in during times of stress."

Episode 321 | Mathias Döpfner, CEO of Axel Springer SE, joins Scott Miller for an discussion on the decline of democracy around the world and the need for a new approach to trade policy. Mathias argues that the old paradigm of "change through trade" has actually strengthened non-democratic countries and weakened democracies, suggesting that an alliance of democratic countries, starting with the transatlantic alliance, could create a powerful force for change and fair trade. He emphasizes other countries that should be included in this alliance and the need for consistency in business decisions that support democratic values. Adapt to Change: 5 Self-Coaching Questions: Download this guide to help your leaders identify their current approach to change and adopt a productive mindset that enables them to thrive in new circumstances.

Episode 320 | If you’ve ever fully committed to a goal or venture without any backup plan, you know what it’s like to persevere in choppy waters. It’s a philosophy embraced at a young age by Matthew Higgins, a very successful serial entrepreneur and author of the book Burn the Boats: Toss Plan B Overboard and Unleash Your Full Potential. Matthew focuses on key principles of entrepreneurship and leadership that can lead to success, including eliminating any possibility of retreat and fully dedicating yourself to achieving your goals. Matthew also points to the importance of self-awareness and recognizing that everyone has their own journey to focus on that should never be defined or determined by external validation. Execute Your Strategic Goals and Create Breakthrough Results: Rather than just a theory, The 4 Disciplines of Execution is a proven set of principles designed to help leaders consistently achieve breakthrough results. This shareable guide gives an overview of each discipline to help you get starte

Episode 319 | New York Times bestselling author Morgan Housel returns to On Leadership a second time to discuss his newest book, Same as Ever: A Guide to What Never Changes. Morgan emphasizes that success with money is not about intelligence or specific advice, but rather about understanding one's own behavior and mindset. He also talks about the importance of managing expectations and recognizing that happiness is relative to one's own circumstances and the expectations of others. He discusses the concept of "calm planting the seeds of crazy," explaining that periods of calm and success can lead to complacency and a lack of innovation.  Adapt to Change: 5 Self-Coaching Questions: Download this guide to help your leaders identify their current approach to change and adopt a productive mindset that enables them to thrive in new circumstances.

Episode 318 | Generational differences have an impact on every kind of leader. Author and professor of psychology at San Diego State University, Dr. Jean Twenge, explores the various characteristics that define generations, offering research-based insights on how leaders can develop a better understanding of those they lead regardless of their age. Dr. Twenge also advises leaders to have empathy for the younger generation and to provide guidance and mentoring to help them succeed. How to Build Trust and Unleash the Potential of Your Direct Reports: Everyone has greatness inside of them. Are your leaders doing enough to unlock it? An exceptional leader's job is to unleash the potential in each of their direct reports.

Episode 317 | There is immense value in hard work, commitment, and continuing to show up amid life’s challenges personally and professionally. Professor of business and leadership at Harvard Business School, Dr. Amy Edmondson, dives into these topics as she discusses her new book The Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well. Recognized as the number one management thinker in the world for two consecutive years, Dr. Edmondson explores the concept of psychological safety and its impact on team performance. She also discusses the different types of failure and the importance of learning from all of our experiences. 4 Steps to Refine and Execute Your Team Goals: Like a bullseye, a clear goal is a target that leaves nothing to interpretation. You either hit it, or you don't. Without a clear goal, people can't tell how well they are doing or even what they should be doing. Download this guide to bring laser focus and clarity to your goals.

Episode 316 | Effective communication is paramount in various contexts, including leadership, relationships, and personal growth. Former journalist and two-time debating world champion, Bo Seo, demystifies these topics by emphasizing the need for clarity in arguments, the importance of understanding the other person's perspective, and the value of crafting persuasive arguments. Bo shares his personal journey from South Korea to Australia to the US, highlighting the challenges he faced as a non-native English speaker and the impact it had on his communication style. He discusses the importance of being willing to engage in disagreements and the power of debate in fostering understanding and growth. Bo delves into the concept of truth in arguments and the challenges of navigating disagreements in personal relationships, providing practical advice on how to engage in productive debates. Listen Like a Leader: Download our guide to learn how to listen and then pick one or two skills you can start building this wee

Episode 315 | Life is happening for you, not to you. Bestselling author, coach, speaker, and entrepreneur Dean Graziosi has learned a lot from his time working with Tony Robbins, but he says this concept about life has been most impactful for him. As the co-founder of Mastermind.com, Dean discusses the concept of masterminds and their value in professional development and self-education. He explains that a mastermind is a collective gathering of minds with a shared desired outcome, where individuals come together to solve problems, fuel opportunities, and share their knowledge and breakthroughs. Dean emphasizes the importance of learning from others who have already been successful and highlights the power of masterminds in accelerating growth and learning. He also discusses the future of self-education, noting the rise of thought leaders and the need for more niche-focused and entertaining content. Leverage Learning Science for Lasting L&D Impact: Organizations are increasingly investing in learning and

Episode 312 | Without a clear vision, you can’t expect to know where you’re going. This may seem obvious to some, but for Rory Vaden it’s a lot more than that. As a NYT bestselling author and co-founder of Brand Builders, Rory discusses the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and having a clear vision for success. He emphasizes the power of choosing to focus on gratitude rather than worrying about what we don't have. He also highlights the significance of serving others and finding purpose in our lives. Vaden shares insights from his book, "Take the Stairs," which offers principles for achieving true success, explaining that success is not about self-actualization, but about helping others succeed. • Crucial Insights For First-Level Leaders: Develop your people into a high-performing team with these time-tested and proven insights. http://pages.franklincovey.com/crucial-insights-first-level-leaders-guide-p.html