Leadership Is Changing

The first thing to know about James Rosebush is that he has an unstoppable drive to grow your company or organization.

He's done it for hundreds of firms all over the world. From early-stage to FORTUNE 50. He's the only outsourced or interim CHIEF GROWTH OFFICER or CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER who comes with senior White House experience under President Ronald Reagan. He will make certain you have the right products, that you understand your marketplace, that you have the right sales and management team and CRM, and most importantly that you have the right strategy. Strategic thinking is in his DNA. It's like GPS. Once they set your goal, the strategy delivers you to your destination.   

He also deploys and manages your strategy. Growth for him is measured by increased sales, revenue, earnings, equity value, or goodwill. End of story. He will not accept anything less than total victory.

On This Episode:

• James explains how he feels modern leadership is so heavily built on ego.
• Hear the shocking story of James’ real life hostage situation.
• “Disruption is positive.”
• Learn how to speak in a way people understand.
• James explains why Reagan is such a respected leader.

Key Takeaways:

1. Your words are rarely heard the way you intend for them to be heard.
2. You have to listen to know what the critical needs are.
3. If you don’t care what people think of you, you can’t be manipulated by them.

Tweetable Quotes:

• "People don’t change unless there is pain."
• "You have to build a bridge to your audience."

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com 

The Question:

• How can I present to executives, or my boss, without feeling nervous?

Actionable Steps:

• Take time to breathe.
• Rehearse your material. Record it or practice in front of a test audience.
• Have a limited number of slides and three bullet points.
• Be quick to get across what you are looking for.
• Find the decision makers in the room and involve them in the conversation.
• Start with the end in mind.
• Stand – it adds presence and confidence.
• Be structured.
• Go to something like Toastmasters to learn structure.
• Consider an acting class.
• Take dancing lessons.

Tweetable Quotes:

• "Don’t leave any room for doubt. If you do, they’ll take it."

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com 

About Steve Papps Jnr:

My name is Steve Papps Jnr and I'm the Founder of Generation Dad Bod. My mission is to help create the next generation of Dads, be stronger and more grounded. I have worked with thousands of Dads worldwide to help transform their mind and bodies. I have built my programs around the core fundamentals, I use on a day to day basis. I share these principles with my clients, to create a transformative experience for them. 

I was at the lowest point in my life in 2013. I had gained 35kgs of fat in only a few years (from previously being 2nd in New Zealand for bodybuilding), had high levels of anxiety and was also depressed. I realised I needed to shift my thoughts, to become a better role model for my son. Below is my transformation that took place, once I decided to become the best version of myself. I turned my life around and lost 35kgs in just under 4 months, by applying all the principles covered in my programs. And you can do the same too, if you apply everything covered in my programs. 

On this episode:

• Steve shares his journey in the online space.
• Learn how Michael Jordan inspires Steve as a leader.
• Learn how recent events have impacted Steve’s business.

Key Takeaways:

1. People need a leader to set the standard for them.
2. People are screaming for change and the right leader to guide them through it.
3. Ask what you can do to serve others.

Steve Papps Jnr

https://generationdadbod.com/home

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com 

Mark specializes in Employment Law, Investigations, and Change Management. Mark has also worked in organizations in senior management roles, including HR Director of EDS New Zealand in their Senior Executive team.  In that role, he was responsible for the HR component of major IT contracts, and conducted the change management activities including the transition of hundreds of staff.

His clients encompass a range of public and private sector organizations. 

On this episode:

• Mark Rees Thomas shares how Jesus inspires him as a leader.
• Learn how to share your purpose with your team.
• Get clear strategies regarding how to properly process and utilize feedback.

Key Takeaways:

• "Define the purpose of what you’re doing or you won’t be able to do it with your heart."
• "Leaders need to be great listeners."
• "If you don’t have time to recharge, you’re going to fail."

Tweetable Quote:

• “Leadership is all about who you choose to be.”

Mark Rees-Thomas:

https://www.reesthomaslaw.co.nz/

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com 

The Question:

• With half the year now completed, what do you recommend leaders focus on in the second half of 2020. - Andrew 

The Answer:

• Leaders must focus on mindset.
• Leaders must focus on attitude.
• Leaders must focus on where you are going next.

Tweetable Quotes:

• “It’s easy to talk about things but not always easy to do.
• “Put your oxygen mask on first before helping others.”
• “When you’re out of your comfort zone, that’s where the magic happens.”

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com 

Landi Jac is the Global Director of Worldwide Business Intelligence, part of a conglomerate of 5 international companies that has now touched the lives of over 300,000 entrepreneurs worldwide. She holds a Masters Degree in Industrial Psychology with Cum Laude, and consults with numerous business leaders and entrepreneurs worldwide.

As Editor in Chief for LEAD Magazine, Landi shares the success stories of her extensive international audience as to inspire entrepreneurs worldwide to reach their next-level business potential. Landi focuses her unique business intelligence across the globe and has consulted to the likes of Presidents of the Global Speakers Federation, Award-Winning Inventors, Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Gold-Medalists, Sport Celebrities, Award-Winning Speakers, Best-Selling Authors, Award-Winning Gamers and Educational Moguls. 

Landi loves growing leaders from exotic places such as the annual Business School in Bali, as well as prestigious Platinum Masterminds held in castles, resorts and cruises. She is a Certified Senior Consultant through the International Institute of Professional Consultants. 

On this episode:

• Landi Jan discusses how she got involved with industrial psychology.
• Learn about the holes in the educational system.
• Find out why Landi believes leadership is not easily definable.
• Discover how to break out of your comfort zone.
• Find out why Landi avoids utilizing her email.

Key Takeaways:

• One of a leader’s jobs is to reveal gaps.
• A leader must be confident and able to adapt to unexpected change.
• Don’t miss an opportunity to influence someone because of small distractions.

Tweetable Quote:

• “We are built to resist change as a species.”

Landi Jac

worldwidebusinessintelligence.com

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com 

Nik Cree is a WordPress Web Developer and Digital Marketer partnering with businesses looking to embrace online tools, apps and systems to leverage time and make more money.

Previously, Nik was founder and CEO of a mortgage broking company implementing online strategies to grow it from a local start up to an award winning national business.

Selling it 10 years later, Nik now works with and consults to businesses on how to effectively develop and deploy digital assets to grow and scale.

Nik enjoys running the Business Owners Smashing It Online and WordPress Meetups and is fuelled by copious amounts of coffee and unstoppable enthusiasm for new ideas and projects.

Nik is available for web development and marketing projects as well as private coaching. You can reach Nik at positivebusinessonline.com.

On this episode:

• Nik shares how he started a mortgage brokerage from scratch with no prior background in finance.
• Learn how Nik’s industry has changed in light of COVID-19.
• Get helpful tips for leading a team through any circumstance.

Key Takeaways:

1. Some of the best discoveries come from mistakes.
2. Understand the motivations of your team.
3. Acknowledge your weaknesses and hand them to others.

Tweetable Quote:

• “Some of the best changes in the world have been disruptions.”

Nik Cree:

positivebusinessonline.com

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com 

The Question:

• “With all your travels and all the people you’ve met, what’s one area leaders typically need to change or focus on?” – Sally

The Answer:

• Networking
• A lot of leaders are in their own bubble
• Too many leaders leave networking aside until it’s too late.

The Solution:

• Go and build your network before you need it.
• Be thinking about where you need to go.
• Understand the network you need around you to help you succeed.

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com 

Dave Gambrill is a keynote speaker, corporate trainer, and executive coach, who helps people unleash their awesome on the world with a focus on digital marketing. He made his first few dollars online from website banner ads and selling things on Ebay in the early 1990's and has been growing his online empire ever since.You can listen to his podcast "Unleash the Awesome" on your favorite podcast app and you can interact with him on Instagram via @gambrill.

On this episode:

• Dave shares how he transitioned from the Navy into doing marketing with major sports, pharmaceutical companies, and into the online age.
• You don’t necessarily have to build immense amounts of original content. Take an extra minute to share helpful articles you are already reading.
• Hear about the rapid development of the online training industry.
• Discover how to set clear boundaries for your team in the online age.

Key Takeaways:

1. Being digital savvy is critical.
2. Avoid becoming stagnant.
3. The leader should share his vision and let the team determine how to achieve it.

Tweetable Quote:

• “Large corporations are as powerful and as nimble as an aircraft carrier.” – Denis Gianoutsos

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com 

Entrepreneur and inspiring speaker, Mike describes himself as an innovator, motivator, professional speaker, author and musician. He has presented in over 80 cities globally.

One of only 25 speakers Globally to have the CSP Global. Mike was NZ Speaker of the Year 2014 (other National Awards in 2007, 2009 & 2011). He has been mentioned by President Bill Clinton for his Philanthropic endeavours. He is the award winning author of 13 Books, a musician with 11 albums and a No#1 hit and consistently makes over $1m a year from speaking.

On this episode:

• Mike Hancock charts his journey to his first management job at the young age of twenty.
• Learn the importance of learning multiple different positions, skills, and ways of doing things.
• Mike shares why Alexander the Great is his favorite leader.
• Hear how CEO’s should change their relationship to their employees.

Key Takeaways:

1. In our modern society, we don’t have to pivot every six months, we have to pivot every month.
2. Everyone expects everything to be individualized to them.
3. React, but don’t be overreactive.

Tweetable Quote:

• “The only constant in the universe is change.”

Mike Hancock:

https://www.captiveaudience.co.nz/speakers/mike-handcock

Denis Gianoutsos:

• [email protected]
• www.LeadingChangePartners.com