We know that too much authority creates dissension, where as not enough authority as a leader can produce less than mediocre results. Balancing these two isn't just important, it's VITAL to the success of anyone in a leadership role. Join father and son duo Steve and Travis N. Smith as they
talk about the delicate act of balancing your authority when leading a team.

Teachable moments can show up frequently but surprisingly sometimes leaving the mentor unprepared and the student unreceptive. Harnessing the value of these moments requires a teachable mindset and a willingness on the part of the mentor to pursue this opportunity. Join Steve and Travis Smith and learn how to effectively coach your team on the fly.

When is it time to leave, or is it? Deciding to quit to pursue a new career opportunity or stay put may not always be within your control. So, what is the best way to leave if all the signs point in that direction. Join your Business Wingmen Steve & Travis Smith and learn from the experiences they have had in a variety of circumstances and career histories.

We're all susceptible to burnout. It comes from feeling defeated, being overwhelmed or being stressed all the time. Do you know the signs that show up before burnout hits? As a leader, can you identify someone who is entering the early stages of burnout? Today, your Business Wingmen hosts, Steve and Travis Smith discuss how to spot and deal with burnout on the job.

The world is full of people speaking out about all kinds of social, political and economic issues; some responsible and others not. As a company owner or senior leader in a business, when do you make your opinions known and should you even be opening your mouth! In today's Business Wingmen Show, Steve & Travis Smith debate situations and examples to try and cover the spectrum of reasons and problems associated with speaking out.

There's nothing worse than realizing that the people that work for you routinely discount or blow off your direction, ideas or input. Don't let this continue. Learn how to improve your communication style and engage your people at a deeper level.

In this special episode we interview gubernatorial candidate for California, Major Williams. Our talk focuses on today's business conditions and what the future holds. Major is an entrepreneur and small business owner with aspirations of becoming the next governor of California and changing the state's poorly rated business climate.

How motivated is your team to be their best and bring their A game to work each day? If motivation is an issue for you or the people you employ, join Business Wingmen Steve and Travis Smith for a lively, informative discussion on how best to motivate your employees so they will do their best.

Business Partnerships have the highest rate of failure of any business structure because the partners in question don't do enough to qualify their compatibility and shared visions for success. In today's show, Steve and Travis Smith discuss the importance of operating agreements, understanding your partner's priorities and making sure the partnership roles are clearly defined.

Is the customer always right or do you have the right to say No! If you can't or don't want to accommodate a customer request, what is the best way to decline without losing the customer. Today, your business Wingmen hosts, Steve and Travis Smith will debate the best ways to say no and still maintain the customer's respect.