Have you ever wondered whether checking in on your team is leadership... or micromanagement?

Hybrid work is now a normal part of many organizations. Many leaders struggle with balancing accountability and autonomy.

The biggest mistake leaders make is trying to manage hybrid teams the same way they managed people sitting down the hall.

Great hybrid leadership isn't about monitoring people more. It's about creating systems that help people succeed.

Today's Scripture: Psalm 118:8 - It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man.

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Think about the last time you received an unexpected email, difficult feedback, or bad news. Did you react—or did you respond?

Leadership is tested most visibly during moments of uncertainty, conflict, and pressure. Teams often remember less about the problem itself and more about how their leader behaved in the moment.

The quality of our leadership is often determined by the space we create between stimulus and action. Today I will explain both and give you an acronym you can use the next time you want to react.

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Remember, being an effective leader is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. The tools we discuss on this podcast can help you level the challenges you face as a leader, no matter what season of leadership you are in.

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Many leaders are taught to manage their time, but few are taught to manage their energy. In this episode, explore why understanding your natural rhythms, strengths, and peak performance times can help you lead more effectively, make better decisions, and avoid burnout. Listeners will learn practical strategies for aligning leadership responsibilities with their personal energy patterns to maximize impact and sustain long-term effectiveness.

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Remember, being an effective leader is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. The tools we discuss on this podcast can help you level the challenges you face as a leader, no matter what season of leadership you are in.

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Today’s guest is Glenn Poulos, a seasoned sales leader, author, and speaker with decades of experience in building high-performing sales teams and driving revenue growth. Glenn is best known for his practical, relationship-focused approach to sales, which he outlines in his book Never Sit in the Lobby.

Throughout his career, he has helped organizations and professionals move beyond transactional selling to create meaningful, trust-based client relationships. His insights continue to influence leaders and sales professionals looking to elevate both their performance and their impact.

To connect with Glenn:

Personal website   https://glennpoulos.com/
Company website https://progusa.net/
Book https://amzn.to/3whwPh3

Socials

https://www.linkedin.com/in/glennpoulos/
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https://www.instagram.com/glenn.poulos/
https://twitter.com/GlennPoulos
https://www.youtube.com/@glennpoulos

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Remember, being an effective leader is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. The tools we discuss on this podcast can help you level the challenges you face as a leader, no matter what season of leadership you are in.

This episode explores how five generations are working side-by-side — and great leadership has never mattered more. In this episode, we explore how to turn generational differences into strengths, build unity across ages, and lead with wisdom and vision.

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Look for new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, wherever you listen to podcasts.

Remember, being an effective leader is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. The tools we discuss on this podcast can help you level the challenges you face as a leader, no matter what season of leadership you are in.

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Our guest is Mikael Avatar, a leadership coach, artist, and former Paralympic athlete whose life story is nothing short of remarkable. Born with cerebral palsy and given limited expectations early in life, Mikael refused to let those predictions define him. Instead, he went on to compete at the highest level of sport, setting a world record in the long jump at the 1996 Paralympic Games in Atlanta.

Today, he works with leaders around the world, helping them discover clarity, purpose, and the power of small daily actions that create extraordinary change.

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Remember, being an effective leader is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. The tools we discuss on this podcast can help you level the challenges you face as a leader, no matter what season of leadership you are in.

This episode explores how quiet wins—small, consistent, meaningful actions—strengthen leadership and improve workplace culture. Through research-backed insights, listeners will learn why subtle leadership behaviors often outperform loud, charismatic styles, especially in today’s fast-paced and emotionally demanding work environments.

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Look for new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, wherever you listen to podcasts.

Remember, being an effective leader is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. The tools we discuss on this podcast can help you level the challenges you face as a leader, no matter what season of leadership you are in.

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In an era of quiet quitting and shifting workplace dynamics, the greatest threat to a company isn't a lack of talent; it's a lack of care.

Today, we will explore the intersection of leadership and professional apathy. We are going to seek to get to the root of the causes of indifference.

Whether you're a leader struggling to re-engage a drifting team or a professional trying to reignite your own internal motor, I hope to provide you with the framework of "going through the motions" into true ownership and authentic purpose.

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Look for new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, wherever you listen to podcasts.

Remember, being an effective leader is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. The tools we discuss on this podcast can help you level the challenges you face as a leader, no matter what season of leadership you are in.

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Crisis doesn’t create trust — it reveals it. In this episode, we’re talking about why trust isn’t forged in the storm… It’s tested there. If you’re a leader navigating pressure, burnout, or uncertainty, this conversation will challenge how you build culture before things fall apart. The next crisis is coming — what will it reveal about you?

Let's get into it...

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Look for new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, wherever you listen to podcasts.

Remember, being an effective leader is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. The tools we discuss on this podcast can help you level the challenges you face as a leader, no matter what season of leadership you are in.

Music by ⁠Oleksii Striapchyi⁠ from ⁠Pixabay⁠

Burnout has become a defining challenge for today’s leaders, often eroding not only energy and motivation but also confidence in one’s ability to lead effectively.

In today's episode, I'll explore the concept of self-efficacy and its critical role in leadership during periods of sustained stress. By examining how burnout undermines self-efficacy, I'll show you why you may begin to doubt yourself, disengage from your teams, or overcompensate through overwork and control.

Check out my website ⁠⁠https://rachelgallardo.net⁠⁠ to review previous episodes, receive the newsletter, read my blog, or say hello.

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Look for new episodes on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, wherever you listen to podcasts.

Remember, being an effective leader is hard, but you don't have to do it alone. The tools we discuss on this podcast can help you level the challenges you face as a leader, no matter what season of leadership you are in.

Music by ⁠Oleksii Striapchyi⁠ from ⁠Pixabay⁠

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