The Leadership Vision Blog & Podcast Archive

Embracing Self-Compassion with Amy Noelle
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we engage in a compelling discussion with Amy Noel, a coach specializing in mindset coaching and mental performance skills. Amy delves into her personal journey and underscores the importance and practice of self-compassion. She introduces the three key components of self-compassion: mindfulness, common humanity, and kindness, and addresses common misconceptions surrounding the concept. The episode also features a practical guided self-compassion practice called the ‘self-compassion break.’ We highlight the significance of self-compassion for leaders and provide resources for further exploration. Enjoy!

26 Years of Strengths: A Journey with CliftonStrengths
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we dive into the history, evolution, and profound impact of CliftonStrengths, a tool derived from positive psychology that has been shaping lives for 26 years. We discuss how focusing on Strengths and self-reflection can lead to transformative experiences for individuals and teams. The conversation explores the power of positive narrative, the tool’s role in professional practices, and the importance of understanding and leveraging one’s strengths. We also reflect on personal experiences and invite listeners to share how CliftonStrengths has impacted their lives. Enjoy!

Building Intentional Organizational Culture with Derek Newberry
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we speak with Derek Newberry, the Head of Organization and Culture Design at co:collective, about the importance of cultivating a purposeful organizational culture. Derek explains the concept of generative organizations that create value for various stakeholders and discusses his background in organizational anthropology.
The conversation covers: Simplifying complex cultural concepts, The power of rituals and habits, The impact of physical and online environments on team dynamics, and more! Derek shares practical advice on how leaders can be intentional about culture-building to ensure alignment and drive performance. Enjoy!

3 Things All Leaders Need to Navigate Challenging Times
Have you ever wondered what sets great leaders apart during tough times? In this episode, we discuss the significance of meaningful relationships, places of peace, and intentional practices in maintaining a leader’s mental and emotional health. These three elements help leaders stay centered, navigate challenges with resilience, and maintain a balanced perspective. As you listen, reflect on how these elements might be present or missing in your own life. Enjoy!

Building Unshakeable Confidence and Momentum with Paul Epstein
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we welcome Paul Epstein, keynote speaker, author of the new book Better Decisions Faster, and consultant. He shares his transformative journey from a sports executive in the NBA and NFL to a leadership speaker driven by authenticity and impact. Paul discusses powerful, actionable steps to build unshakeable confidence and maintain momentum, using values as a guiding principle. Highlights include his life-changing retreat experience, the concept of a ‘Monday win,’ and effective strategies for fostering positive team cultures. The episode emphasizes aligning with core values and consistently taking actionable steps to create a fulfilling and impactful life. Enjoy!

The Hidden Power of Small Steps in Leadership
In this podcast episode, we discuss the importance of taking small steps in leadership. Extraordinary leaders not only cast big visions but also break them down into achievable milestones for their teams. By doing so, they foster a sense of connection, motivate individuals, and ensure steady progress towards the ultimate goal. Enjoy
The Evolution of Clifton StrengthsFinder: Understanding and Appreciating Our Results Over Time
In this episode, we share insights on the evolution of Strengths over time. Our Themes of Strength remain consistent while our interpretation of them evolves, reflecting our personal growth and transformation. Understanding this concept requires a recognition of the significance of perspectives, self-awareness, adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to embrace growth, change, and relationships throughout our journey. We talk about these five things and give a reflection question for each one to ponder as you consider how you have come to understand and appreciate your Themes of Strength over time. Enjoy!
Unlocking Leadership Excellence: Strategies for Building a Thriving Executive Environment
An executive environment is a professional setting that focuses on the development and growth of executives within an organization. It encompasses various activities and strategies to enhance executives effectiveness and performance. When executives are developed and empowered, their better equipped to lead others, inspire innovation, and drive the organization’s success. By investing in the growth of executives organizations create a ripple effect that positively impacts the entire workforce, fostering a culture of leadership excellence and increasing the likelihood of achieving organizational goals.
At Leadership Vision, we’ve honed a comprehensive and customizable approach to cultivating a successful executive environment centered around six core elements. These services cater specifically to the unique needs of executive leaders, acknowledging that each layer of leadership has its own distinct needs.
In this episode, we share our approach and insights on six essential components for cultivating successful executive environments. We also provide valuable examples and guidance on the importance of investing in a thriving executive environment that fuels leadership excellence and propels organizational success. Enjoy!
Even if you’re not an executive or C-suite level leader, we can all learn some universal principles for success when the stakes are high. So whether you’re an aspiring leader, a seasoned executive, or simply interested in leadership development in general, this episode has a little something for you. Enjoy!
6 Tips for Successful Team Facilitation
In this episode, Brian and Linda Schubring share some of their insights and strategies for successful team facilitation. Leaders often find themselves in situations where participants have low expectations due to previous experiences of super boring, unproductive, or passive training sessions. To overcome these challenges, Brian and Linda suggest creating an engaging and interactive environment that captures the attention and participation of all team members. They also share a few valuable tips and tricks to engage your teams and help you learn how to navigate conversations with dexterity, foster meaningful connections, and facilitate productive discussions. If you’re in a rut or need to do something different, this episode can help you harness some of our methods and philosophy to maximize engagement and achieve your goals. Enjoy.
Mid-Year Reflections with the Leadership Vision Team
Last week we shared our mid-year reflection check-in, a series of questions to help you zoom in on how the first part of the year has gone and zoom out to look forward in order to create the best possible end of the year. In this episode, Brian, Linda, and I share our own mid-year reflections. We handpicked a few of our check-in questions as examples and also to share a little bit of insight into what Leadership Vision is working on as we look into the first half of this year and then look forward to the second half. Enjoy!
Pause, Reflect, Thrive: Your Mid-Year Check-In for Success
We hope you’re enjoying a fantastic week as we approach the Fourth of July holiday here in the united states. Like many of you, our team is taking some time off, so we thought we’d again share our mid-year reflection episode as we move into the second half of 2023.
This mid-year break or interruption in our regular routines, is an opportunity to reflect on how the year has gone thus far and plan for how we’d like the remainder of the year to unfold. So, whether you’re grilling, spending time with family, or simply taking a moment to yourself, let’s dive into some reflection questions that can help guide your assessment and shape your future endeavors.
Unleashing Success through People-Centric Leadership and Teamwork
In this episode, we uncover how considering the individuals within your team can be the key to unlocking remarkable success. We discuss why shifting our focus from the what and how to the who is crucial for effective leadership, share a powerful tool that can help you press pause, reflect, and build strong team foundations, and dive into real life examples of teams that have experienced this transformative journey. Whether you’re a seasoned leader, aspiring to become one, or a fresh new hire, this conversation will provide you with some practical insights and actionable steps to cultivate strong team dynamics and foster a culture of collaboration and understanding. Enjoy!
The Connection Between Self-Leadership and Leading Others
In this episode, we share a somewhat candid conversation about the challenge of recognizing personal needs and the connection between self-leadership and leading others. Throughout our discussion, Brian and I share personal anecdotes and observations about our struggles to name and prioritize individual needs. We also highlight the significance of understanding and addressing our own needs as a fundamental aspect of self-leadership and compassionate leadership towards others. Listen and reflect as we unpack these perspectives and provide some practical suggestions for recognizing and prioritizing your own needs as a leader. Enjoy!
Reframing the Narrative: Self-Care as a Leadership Tool
In this episode, we delve into the importance of naming your needs as a leader. We provide practical insights and share personal stories that will help you gain clarity and take intentional action to prioritize your needs. By the end of this episode, you will have a better understanding of how to name your needs, create space for self-reflection, and rewrite the narrative that drives your leadership journey. Enjoy!
People-Centric Leadership: The Key to Building Stronger Teams
In this episode, we discuss the multifaceted nature of knowing your people and how it can transform your leadership dynamics. Brian shares a powerful example of an executive leader who demonstrates people-centric leadership with a remarkable depth of knowledge about the personal and professional life of her team to motivate, inspire, develop, and build trust among them. We discuss this example and then explore the correlation between a leader’s self-awareness and ability to truly know and connect with others. We also cover how one can gauge their own self-awareness levels and what markers might indicate some level of a person’s understanding of themselves, and how individuals often possess valuable life lessons and strategies within themselves. Enjoy!
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