This episode is brought to you by THE UNSTUCK GROUP. Download their free ebook: theunstuckgroup.com/clay _____________________ Are you looking for easy ways to build camaraderie on your team this summer? Then, this episode is for you!! You don't need to plan a two-day offsite or have a family picnic. All it takes is a few small things, done consist…

There are few things in life more powerful than a great question. The right question can make people come alive, spark deep conversation, and lead to lasting connections. In this episode, Clay and Adam challenge you to take some time this summer to ask your team better questions. To help, they will share four we need to stop asking and four questio…

Misemployment is when you do not feel like you are being used correctly. Unfortunately, this happens to a lot of people. There is so much about their job they like: Good wage. ✅ Good boss. ✅ Good team. ✅ However, despite all the good, something still feels off. In this episode, Clay and Adam give those feeling misemployed a few ideas to consider. _…

We all need mentors. And by all, we mean ALL. Why? VUCA That's why. Our world is filled with Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity.

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Sometimes, the bosses need a little instruction, too. Tony Morgan will do just that in this episode. Tony is the Founder and Lead Strategist of The Unstuck Group (https://theunstuckgroup.com/). Started in 2009, The Unstuck Group has served 500 organizations throughout the United States and several countries worldwide. To download their free ebook "…

The ability to tell a good story can do wonders for your career.Today, Clay and Adam share a few practical tips to help you supercharge your influence!

Elizabeth Dortch raised a good one! Her son Hampton joins Clay and Adam to discuss how to win with old people. Clay and Adam are old. Hampton is young, but he is wise. After this episode, check out his podcast: Wake Up and Lead (Found on Apple & Spotify).

Clay and Adam harness their 1994 selves and discuss why we all need to pour one out for our teams. Welcome to How to Lead!

Today, Clay and Adam start discussing some of Clay's favorite documentaries about fallen leaders and end discussing what a balloon can teach us about increasing our capacity to lead. Welcome to How to Lead!

This episode is about power moves...on social media and in your career. "When does one know they are ready to host an 'ask me anything?'" AND "When does one know it's time to move on from your current job?" Welcome to How to Lead !

"Unspoken criticism explodes like a dirty bomb." - Kim Scott There is a small but mighty phenomenon plaguing many teams. This phenomenon is the inability to engage in difficult conversations, especially about small things. Today, Clay and Adam provide a few practical ways to avoid unspoken criticism exploding like a dirty bomb on your team.…

How you express appreciation matters. In this episode, Dr. Paul White (co-author of The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace) joins Adam to discuss how to ensure your team members feel appreciated. https://www.appreciationatwork.com/ (LINK)

Wouldn't it be nice to know what's authentic and what's not? Or who's authentic and who's not? Today, Clay and Adam discuss Merriam-Webster's 2023 word of the year: AUTHENTIC. As a leader, if you can tap into authenticity, it's a cheat code that will help you get ahead.

Today, Clay and Adam start talking about bad questions to ask someone at a party and end up talking about Adam's Seven Rules of Reading.

Leadership can be lonely. It seems like the longer you lead, the higher the risk is you will go through these seasons of loneliness. If you've ever experienced one of these seasons, you will enjoy hearing from Luke Womack. Luke is the founder of The Arena. The Arena provides peer groups for leaders who want help along the way. To learn more about t…

For some of you, 2024 is going to be huge! Is this the year you will finally quit your job and start your own "gig?" If so, Clay and Adam have three questions that will help guide you on this journey. Tell us your story: info (at) HowToLead (dot) Work

Today, Clay mixes it up with Krisha Buehler and Abby Rhodes. Krisha is the Chief Experience Officer at Belay Solutions, and Abby is her Executive Assistant. They share practical ways to supercharge your productivity with an executive assistant. __________ This episode is brought to you by our friends at ⁠Belay⁠ (https://belaysolutions.com/). To get…

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY RIGHT NOW MEDIA @ WORK NY Times bestselling author Jon Acuff (https://jonacuff.com/) joins Clay and Adam on the podcast. Jon's latest book is all about goal setting. Today he shares how he approaches this important topic. RightNow Media @ Work is a voluntary faith-based library of more than 25,000 videos on topics such …

The calendar has turned. Adam and Clay reflect on a few lessons learned in 2023.Send us your stories! Info(at)HowToLead(dot)Work

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Today, Clay and Adam discuss a sound bite from Kara Lawson. Kara is the head coach of Duke University's women's basketball team. The full clip can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDzfZOfNki4

Adam and Clay take a walk to the old HTL Mailbox (which can be found by emailing: info [at] HowToLead [dot] work). Today's question is a doozy. "What should I do if I'm a better leader than my boss?" Curious to know the answer? Then it's time to stop reading this silly episode description and click "play" already!…

Clay went to Colorado to speak at a conference, but he walked away learning something important about confidence.

Why don't more leaders live like athletes? What started as a 30-day experiment for Adam, led to some interesting insights about leadership performance. Lace-up those running shoes and get ready for another episode of How to Lead!

The amazing Jenni Catron (https://jennicatron.com/) joins Clay on the podcast today to discuss how loving people is a prerequisite to leading people. Jenni has created a video course called The Four Dimensions of Self-Leadership, which can be found on the RightNow Media @ Work platform. RightNow Media @ Work is the proud sponsor of this episode. Ri…

"Nobody wants to work anymore!" Chances are you've heard someone say that lately. Given the current status of the labor market, this sentiment makes sense. Is it true? Is it true nobody wants to work anymore? David Morrison joins Adam and Clay to discuss how the current labor market impacts the restaurant industry, and he pokes a few holes in the i…

Over 75% of your leadership effectiveness is determined by two characteristics. Yes, TWO! Today, Tim Spiker joins Adam on the podcast to discuss these two characteristics and how you can become a leader worth following. Learn more about Tim here: https://www.theaperio.com/tim-spiker

Giving people feedback is one of the most important things you do as a leader. Unfortunately, not everyone handles feedback the same way. The challenge for many leaders is what to do when you give someone feedback, and they have a BIG reaction. How do you handle those situations? This episode of How to Lead will give you a few simple tips to keep i…

The mind is powerful. One day, it can help you overcome crazy circumstances; the next, it can trap you into believing nothing will ever go well again. In this episode, Clay and Adam unpack four common ways our minds try to trap us and simple tactics to break free. SPONSORED BY BELAY: To help get you started on your Virtual Assistant journey, BELAY …

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Sometimes, you just gotta speak up and advocate for yourself. This episode will help you learn how to master the art of self-advocacy.

Clay's feeling a tad reflective in today's 100th episode of HOW TO LEAD. Is it possible to find fulfillment at work? Take a listen to find out. Do you get The Morning Brew? If not, sign up here (it's free!): https://www.morningbrew.com/daily/r?kid=31906eac

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On the surface, it seems like people don't like change. However, upon deeper inspection, people don't have a problem with change, they have a problem with loss. Clay and Adam have "Four A's" to help you next time you need to implement a change on your team.

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Successful people are self-aware. Although self-awareness can be painful at times, it's the start of emotional intelligence. Today, Clay and Adam hare a few simple ways we can all grow in our self-awareness.

"Our communication around here is terrible!" If we've heard that complaint once, we've heard it a thousand times. Can this problem be fixed? Can teams actually begin communicating better? Listen to find out.

Natalie Farr joins Adam on this episode to discuss nonverbal communication's power. Natalie is an Adjunct Professor of Communication at Dallas Baptist University, where she's been researching and teaching on this subject for over seven years. Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliefarr/…

Today, Clay and Adam discuss how you can become a stronger leader.

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What should a leader do when they realize they live in a world that seems to be infatuated with negativity and pessimism?

Sometimes, you must complain. When you do, do it like a champ.

Adam tells a story (I.e., he complains) about putting together some furniture and shares a few things he learned about complaining along the way.

What does it take to become a "level five leader?" Jim Collins gave us an answer in 2001. Today, Adam and Clay discuss if his observations still hold true today. Also: a few bonus summer travel tips (for FREE!). Welcome to How to Lead.

Question: if you could start your career over again, what would you do the same, and what would you change? That's the topic today on How to Lead. Enjoy!

Clay talks about a recent experience and how it reminded him of the power of a leader's words.

If "brands" can "re-brand," then so can you! Sometimes your personal brand needs to change. You need a refresh. A new image. A new reputation. If you (or someone you know) is feeling that way, then you'll love this episode.

Adam and Clay change things and allow themselves to have a conversation longer than 15 minutes. Why would they do this? Simple. The amazingly cool Mack Kitchel from Campfire Social joins them to discuss how his agency's approach to branding can help your personal brand. To learn more about Mack and his talented team, visit: https://campfire.social/…

As a leader, you know this, but we'll remind you anyway: sometimes, things don't go according to plan. When that happens, don't freak out. Some of your best ideas might come on a rainy day. Welcome to How to Lead!