Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “If you’re not improving, you’re in decline.When you’re improving, you’re staving off the aging process in many regards – mentally, spiritually, in every regard.” In this episode, we talk about the power of innovation and Lean thinking (or Kaizen) and Six Sigma. My guest and I discuss how he learned the strategic approach that focuses on dramatically improving flow in the value stream and eliminating waste, and how he applied it to his company – turning it into the huge success that it is today. Many of the listeners of this show will appreciate all the great tips from…
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Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “Hey there, toy people!” In this episode, we are reminded that you can indeed chase your passion and make a fulfilling life out of it. We grow up with people leading us to believe that following your passion is overrated. My guest this week, “The Toy Coach”, reminds us that that simply is not the case, that you can in fact create a lucrative career from something you enjoy as long as you stay true to your path. She and I talk about pursuing dreams – for her in particular, being able to do what she loved as a…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “The pivotal moment for me was when I started thinking of myself as a mentor rather than just being a coach.” In this episode, we speak about the importance of understanding the difference between a coach and a mentor. And we do that this week from the perspective of my guest who has a strong background in being a professional athlete turned coach, turned executive mentor who now develops leaders who inspire, influence, and build teams that win. If you’re tired of underperformance and ready to level up, he’s your guy! My guest is very open in sharing his…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “We often take our talents for granted and assume that other people have the same set of skills as we do, so we downplay the time, energy, and passion we’ve invested to learn. We assume that everyone knows what we know, and that’s just not the truth…” In this episode, a perfect topic for our audience – leadership in the most simple yet effective form. We talk about how driven we are with life, and how well we pursue our goals especially for those who are motivated by contribution and impact, despite the norms of society and our immediate…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “You need the light and the dark. You need a bit of resentment, you need a bit of anger, you need a bit of frustration; but what you don’t want to do is live there.” In this episode, we talk about a very interesting approach to being more – not only in business, not only as a leader, but most importantly in life – through values and rules, realizing your own personal values and rules, knowing how to assess them and apply them every day. Some examples of these values we really dive into are connection, love, contribution, among…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “Pain is not something to be feared; it is something to be understood.” This week, we talk about a topic we often ignore – pain. Because we think that giving pain attention will slow us down from achieving. But this conversation will teach us that pain exists not because we are doing things wrong, but because we are simply out of balance. To make it more relevant for you, physical pain could be the result of an old injury, hours of sitting behind a desk or the wheel of a car, or simply a postural dysfunction. All of these…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “Money has nothing to do with whether you are a good person or not. Money only amplifies who you are.” In this episode, we discuss success and wealth while acknowledging that different people have different definitions for those two things. My guest openly shares her journey into self-discovery and self-love, and how money played a part in that. More importantly, she shares her message of how we are meant for great things, how we should stop playing small, and last but not least, self-ownership as a form of true influence. Join us as we also openly explore perspectives…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “I made sure that I surrounded myself with the right people – who are motivated, who are driven, who are trying to better themselves.” In this episode, we acknowledge that life is constantly changing. There will always be ups and downs – but the important thing is how we choose to navigate them. My guest speaks from experience, making this conversation relatable, rich, and genuine. The message this week is beyond leadership skills – we talk about values that are very important not just for a leader, but for every human being on the planet. We talk a lot…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify “Really understand communication and influence so you can be the best contributor to teams that you can be.” In this episode, we speak about the importance of having great communication skills as a leader. We go beyond public speaking – more importantly, understanding the influence and impact that this skill brings. To get you excited and bring out your ability to speak effectively, I’ve invited one of the most prolific TED format coaches in the world to help me deliver this topic. Someone who knows the power that mastering the TED format can bring to anyone – not just…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Warwick Fairfax was only 26 when, as the fifth-generation heir to the media empire bearing his family name, he led — and lost — a multibillion-dollar public takeover bid. The result? The company founded by his great-great-grandfather slipped from family control after 150 years, leaving him to examine not only his own shortcomings and losses but also his life’s principles and the lessons he learned from family members who came before him and some of history’s greatest leaders. Ken talks with Warwick about overcoming seemingly insurmountable failure to find purpose and fulfillment in life. **Free for Leaders Lab Listeners:…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify Your identity will determine where you end up 100% of the time. If you are not where you want to be (over time), there is a really good chance (maybe even a certainty) that your identity is not where it needs to be. Gaining alignment between your goals, your identity, and your personal blueprint will lead to success and a long-term fulfillment. Coach Rich Waterman joins us for this insightful conversation. At the end of this episode, listen in to a special invitation from my friend Tommy Rosen. Go to: www.r20.com/wakeup2023 for more details. Rich Waterman was a former…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify What do athletes do differently when it comes to nutrition and the mindset around it? Why don’t diets work long-term? Could intermittent fasting may be a great option for you? Learn the answers to these questions and many more as Sherry and Ken break down athletic nutrition. Sherry Shaban is an athletic therapist, osteopath, nutritional consultant, and strength coach. With over 18 years of experience, Sherry has dedicated her life to motivating, inspiring, and empowering thousands of people all over the world to reach their highest potential in health and fitness. Learn more about Sherry at:sherryshaban.com To learn more,…