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Every great leader wants to be there for their team. But here’s the hard truth: it backfires if you make yourself too available. Your time gets stretched too thin, decision-making slows down, and—ironically—the people you’re trying to help may start depending on you too much. Today, we’re tackling one of the most common leadership struggles: being accessible without being overwhelmed. We’ll cover why being ‘always available’ hurts you and your team, practical ways to set boundaries, and how to create a culture where people get what they need—without needing you all the time.
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Have you ever felt like your business was hitting a ceiling? How am I going to get to the other side of this? Many business leaders and entrepreneurs want to increase predictability, get additional clarity in their business, and decrease chaos. Today, we are joined by Pallavi Golla, an expert with a proven track record of helping businesses increase efficiencies through proven systems that allow for sustainable and profitable growth. We'll talk about her experience as an entrepreneur, how an Entrepreneurial Operating System can help your company stay focused, and what you should consider if you want to grow and scale your business.
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Sometimes the secret to knowing how to level up your leadership is just being willing to take action. You have probably dealt with an awkward silence after a tough call or that gut feeling that something needed to change. I work with leaders facing these situations every day. Today, I'm taking you behind the scenes of three of my recent coaching conversations and showing you how to take meaningful action as a leader.
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Charisma is often celebrated as a hallmark of great leadership, but it is also a double-edged sword, causing people to overlook a leader’s mistakes or flaws. Left unchecked, charisma can stop being productive and instead compromise a leader’s ability to make a significant impact. Today, we’ll explore the hidden dangers of charisma, how it can backfire, and what leaders can do to avoid falling into its trap.
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Entrepreneurs face various challenges, from growing a business to leading people. Today, I sit down with friend and CEO of Tippi Toes, Sarah Nuse. Famous for her appearance on Shark Tank, Sarah Nuse has grown her business from one studio to over 80 franchises! We talk about the influences on her life and business, her leadership style, and how to lead people well while enforcing your standards. She also shares some personal stories about her successes and failures in business and how they made her and her company what they are today.
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Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! How do you feel when you say, "I'm sorry?" It takes courage to not only admit you're wrong but also allow other people to choose to forgive you (or not). However, when leaders create a culture where asking for forgiveness is normal, they create strong, connected, productive, and creative cultures! Today, we're discussing why forgiveness is a powerful leadership strategy and how to use it with your team.
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Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast with Jeff Hancher! Leadership is often associated with taking charge, making decisions, and leading from the front. However, outstanding leadership also means knowing when to step back, listen, and follow the lead of others. Following is not a weakness; it’s a strength that builds trust, empowers others, and drives better results. On today’s podcast, we will discuss why following is important, when leaders should follow, and how leaders can become great followers.
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If you've ever wondered how to elevate your leadership without a complete overhaul, this episode is for you. Leadership isn't just about big speeches or bold strategies; it's the small, intentional actions leaders take daily that shape culture, build trust, and drive results. Today on The Champion Forum Podcast, I'll share some practical, bite-sized habits you can start using right away to elevate your leadership impact.
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Research shows that it takes five or more positive interactions to override one negative interaction. Without positive deposits, people frequently become frustrated and discouraged by negative feedback. If positive feedback is so important, why do many leaders fail to praise their employees adequately? Today on the Champion Forum Podcast, we will talk about the power of positive feedback and what you can do to create a habit of recognizing what people are doing well and building better relationships between the leader and their team.
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Have you ever told someone what to do, only to have them push back, resist, or completely disengage? It's likely not because they're difficult—it's because people naturally resist being told what to do. Leadership isn't about telling people what to do. It's about guiding them to achieve a shared vision. When you shift from commanding to collaborating, you'll see incredible results—in not only performance but also trust, engagement, and morale. Today on the Champion Forum Podcast, we discuss why people don't like being told what to do and how leaders can shift from a directive to a collaborative approach.
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Thank you for listening to The Champion Forum Podcast. This year marks five years since I left the comfort of my corporate job to start my own consulting business. While I have had a lot of joy from serving my clients, it has also been a challenging journey. Today, I want to share three lessons I’ve learned along the way—lessons I believe will resonate with anyone building something meaningful in their life or career.
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Have you ever reacted impulsively and allowed your emotions to dictate your response? This can have wide-ranging negative consequences, impacting your credibility, relationships, and organizational culture. Today on The Champion Forum Podcast, we discuss how the power of the pause can help you respond with composure and effectiveness.
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Everyone has a natural tendency to think more about the past, present, or future. However, leaders need to know how to balance focusing on the immediate needs and challenges they are facing with investments in their team’s long-term success. Today, we’ll discuss the risks of benefits of focusing on one approach over the other and how to adapt when your approach gets out of balance.
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Show me a successful salesperson, and I will show you a salesperson who has committed to and mastered the art of prospecting! Prospecting is essential for sales teams to build a steady pipeline and sustain growth, but it is filled with rejection. Today, I will give you a proven strategy to help you land more sales meetings and handle your prospects' objections.
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If you are a salesperson, you know that building trust during a sales call is crucial. But how do you ensure you establish a good relationship with your prospect while also staying on topic? Today we’ll talk about a simple but valuable tool that will help you be more successful in your sales calls: setting the agenda. We will discuss why this approach works, the benefits it brings to you as the salesperson, and some tips for creating agendas that engage your prospects right from the start.
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How do you react when someone is disrespectful towards you? It’s easy to get caught in a cycle of disrespect because our natural inclination is to respond aggressively or defensively. However, we know leaders must respond calmly while ensuring expectations are met. Today on the show, I discuss how to address a team member who is outwardly frustrated without losing your leadership impact.
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Have you ever felt burned out by leadership? If so, you’re not alone! But how do you get back on the right track? If anyone can answer this question, it is Mark Cole! Mark went from burned-out entry-level employee to CEO of John Maxwell Companies in just ten years. He joins us to talk about how he got started, what helped him get promoted, how to be an excellent Number Two, and a few things leaders can do to set themselves apart and make the most significant impact.
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A recent national survey showed that 68% of employees prefer work-life balance over higher pay. A recent debate has developed between employees who believe their work day should stop at 5 pm and those who believe working overtime is normal and expected. As people start to place a higher value on work-life balance, how can businesses meet their employee’s needs while moving toward their objectives? Today, we’ll talk about ways you can improve your employees’ work-life balance and ensure your company respects your employees’ time.
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How well is your company retaining your best employees? Employee retention falls on the company and the leader, so what can you do to ensure your best employees are not looking for greener pastures? Last week, we discussed two of the top five reasons employees stay at their jobs: work/life balance and a sense of purpose. Today, we will dive into the final three reasons employees stay with their companies: growth opportunities, feeling valued and respected, and enjoying their colleagues.
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