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.

This episode is sponsored by BELAY (https://belaysolutions.com).

Text LEAD to 55123 to receive BELAY's free eBook Delegate to Elevate.

Question: What do you think about when you think about you?

Your answer has a profound impact on your professional life.

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!