This week on the Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast, Nicole interviews Paul Morton. Paul is a seasoned CEO, leadership expert, and the visionary behind the Practical Leadership Academy. Paul knows that many managers find themselves in leadership roles by accident—promoted for their technical skills without ever being shown how to manage effectively. His work centers on the practical steps managers can take to do the things they know they should be doing but were never taught. Through his Academy and his Practical Leadership Podcast, Paul distills decades of experience into actionable strategies that help leaders build strong, cohesive teams. His guiding principle is servant leadership—making others successful is the true mark of a great leader. Paul’s passion for transforming leadership and ensuring every manager can lead with confidence and clarity. Listen in and find out how to take the five steps necessary to transform your one to one's with your team members.

3 Key Take-Aways

• 04:32 Servant Leadership and Empathy in Management: Morton highlights that great leaders focus on enabling others to succeed. Effective leadership requires putting others first, listening actively, and creating a supportive environment. Leaders should view their roles as facilitators, guiding their team members to achieve goals and reach their full potential.
• 07:43 Importance of Structured One-on-Ones: Paul Morton emphasizes the value of regular one-on-one meetings between leaders and their team members. These sessions provide a structured way to communicate goals, offer feedback, and support employee development. 
• 13:39 Five Steps for Effective One-on-One Meetings: Paul's five-step framework (Check-in, Update, Feedback, Coaching, and Planning) guides managers in making these sessions impactful.

Paul’s Book (FREE Download!): https://practical-leadership.academy/resources/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulwmorton/

Listen to Paul's Practical Leadership Podcast
https://practical-leadership.podbean.com/

Visit Paul's Website:
https://practical-leadership.academy/

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