Level Up Leadership

Today's topic is who should I hire. And typically people will talk about wanting to hire a specific job. And I want to talk to you about two different options of how you can think about this. 

We will also look at the 'skill and will' matrix of what your strengths are, so you can hire someone that complements your skills. 

There is a free mini course that goes through five questions to ask yourself prior to hiring your first or next team member. And there's a five minute video in these five different questions that they can help you map out what skill set you're looking for. 

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In today's episode, I'm going to share with you the number one thing people talk to me about in their one-on-one coaching. This is leaders, this is small business owners this is people that are CEOs of big businesses.  When you get to this point of leadership, when you were in charge of your business and people - It's lonely. 

Leadership is lonely. When you're responsible for people and business you lose that feeling of having peers it's people that you can talk to. That help you realize that you're not alone and remind you that what you're going through is normal. I find that people are so caught up in their business and how things are working, they forget that human connection part, because it's no longer okay to just have a conversation with someone and share what's going on. Because they could be relying on you for the security of their job or the psychological safety or when your boss tells you what's going on, you might not feel so comfortable. 

So how do you overcome that as a leader of a business?

In this episode I talk about two ways to get a community around you, by joining a mastermind or by getting a coach.

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Check out my Private Leadership Coaching Program here! 

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How do I know when it’s time to hire? 

In this episode, we’ll be looking at how to know when it’s time to hire in your small business. 

I’ll run you through questions you can reflect on to determine whether now is the best time. It all comes down to the type of business you want to grow. 

We’ll explore the different business models you can use to find where your priorities lie and what your ideal business looks like. 

So, ask yourself where is your business right now and where would you like it to be? 

After listening to today’s episode, head over and check out my free minicourse ‘Time To Hire’ to help you feel confident in your decision. 

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Check out my free minicourse Time To Hire here! 

Website: https://www.zenithjourney.com/ 

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

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In nature, all organisms are drawn to sources of health and energy so you’ll find that plants will always grow towards the light. 

Humans are no different. We all know that person that feels like sunlight and others are simply drawn to them. Leaders who incorporate positive leadership embody this natural effect and people will naturally want to follow them. 

In this episode, I’m discussing what plants can teach us about leadership. Don’t worry, whether you’re a house plant person or not, this episode will resonate with you. 

Let’s start by reflecting on how you can move closer to the light and taking a look at what is getting in the way. I’ll help you by exploring how you can put this into action in your life so you can find the energy, feel the warmth and connect with others in your leadership journey.

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Connect with Me: 

Check out my Private Leadership Coaching Program here! 

Website: https://www.zenithjourney.com/ 

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenithjourney/ 

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As a leader, your strengths and weaknesses will dictate your leadership style. Understanding the strengths of your team members will ensure they feel valued and fulfilled in the roles they are given.

This is a very important part of being a leader. 

In this episode, I’m discussing the strengths of your team and knowing your role. Ideally, you’ll have ⅔ of your role in your sweet spot and use your strengths, and ⅓ will be the tasks that you have to do as a leader (that you may not love). 

Identifying and championing strengths is a very central topic within positive psychology. As a volunteer life saver, we have a meeting before each shift where we identify everybody’s role by examining their strengths. This way, we’re making sure that every task is covered by the best possible person so, in an emergency, everybody knows what to do. 

I’ll explore the science behind strengths, the fulfilment we attain by using our strengths, and how to identify the strengths in your team and in yourself as a leader. 

Check out my free mini-course here for 5 questions to ask yourself before hiring your first (or next) team member. We’ll look at your business model, leadership style and how to decide what you can delegate before you hire. 

LINKS: 

 Check out my free minicourse Time To Hire here! 

Connect with Me: 

Website: https://www.zenithjourney.com/ 

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenithjourney/ 

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What is positive leadership? 

In this episode, I’m exploring what positive leadership entails, positive psychology, how they connect to focus on your team’s strengths and why you should look at using this leadership method in your workplace every day. 

There’s a very common myth that leaders are born - you either have ‘it’ or you don’t. But leaders are not born - they’re trained. I’ve seen people becoming leaders across all types of businesses because they’re good at their job but aren’t given the leadership tools they need to thrive. 

There’s a better way. Positive leadership creates leaders who are clear on the goals, have good relationships with their team and inspire them to grow. I’ll explore how this method of leadership leads to less stress, better health, better working relationships and more effectiveness in their role. 

I’ll run you through positive psychology to give you the foundation in positive leadership so you can thoroughly understand how this method came into practice and how you can apply it to motivate your team.

I encourage you to reflect on your own leadership strategy and start looking at where you can implement positive leadership to build a team that is inspired, loves coming to work and feels fulfilled in their roles every day. 

Connect with Me: 

Website: https://www.zenithjourney.com/ 

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenithjourney/ 

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This podcast is for chronically busy leaders and small business owners who are ready to leap out of the mundane and start leading. In every bite-size 5 to 10 minute episode, you’ll find microleadership lessons that help you to become 1% better in your leadership every day. 

Whether you’re looking to take your next step in building your team, creating amazing company culture, overcoming mindset blocks or becoming a leader people respect and want to work for, this podcast is perfect for you.  

A little about me, my name is Kate Peardon and I’m the host of Level Up Leadership and the CEO of Zenith Journey. Through my background in business, human resources and qualifications in positive psychology and leadership, I will help you make a difference and become a better intentional leader who motivates others every day. 

Leaders aren’t born, they’re trained. You can absolutely learn leadership and by listening to this podcast, I can help to get you there. You are not alone and we can all continue to grow together. 

Connect with Me: 

Website: https://www.zenithjourney.com/ 

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zenithjourney/ 

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