This week’s episode of Straight Talking Leadership “My Journey” with special guest Ashlee Cervantes Thomas, CEO of Guardian Protection Force and Guardian Secure Solutions.

Learn about Ashlee’s formula that drives her leadership philosophy of do what you’re passionate about and success will come.

Other topics we cover include:

How being street smart impacts your ability to lead effectively

The best leaders are the best observers

Having defined pillars to guide how your team operates

Ongoing training continually raises the performance of your team

Why leaders need to purposefully seek feedback from their teams

Having a passion that gets you out of bed in the morning

Quitters never win and winners never quit

Leaders need to make sure the right people are on the team and in the right seats to succeed

The importance of understanding what motivates your people and there long-term goals

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Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/8_j4QSVVYNM 

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Find Ashlee Cervantes  at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gpfashleecervantes/ and https://www.instagram.com/guardian.ceo 
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This week’s episode of Straight Talking Leadership “My Journey” with special guest JL Heather, leadership and organizational dynamics expert.

Learn about JL’s formula that drives his leadership philosophy of cultivating a human-centered approach with a solid lean and agile mindset.

Other topics we cover include:

What really inspires people to lead at their highest level

The levels of burnout felt by leaders

The impact of work on mental health

Balancing setting stretch goals vs unrealistic goals

Why vulnerability is important for leaders to embrace

Building relationships by fostering belonging and trust

The parallels between parenthood and leadership

The importance of an agile approach of continuous improvement and learning

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Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/YAo9ZGjx7bY 

Find Chris Pienkowski at https://bit.ly/m/chrispienkowski

Find JL Heather at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlheather/ and https://centered.work/

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This week’s episode of Straight Talking Leadership “My Journey” with special guest Dr. Robb Kelly, world renowned Psychologist and Neuroscientist.

Learn about Dr. Robb’s formula that drives his leadership philosophy of authenticity and caring for others makes you a great leader.

Other topics we cover include:

The overwhelming power of a smile

Overcoming tragedy and using it to be a stronger person

The power of the truth of mind over matter

The impact of fathers, both good and bad, on the development of children

Why leaders need to acknowledge their mistakes and how they will fix them or avoid them in the future

How a small compliment can change someone’s entire day

Looking for reasons to be kind and how it impacts leadership

How a simple morning routine can reprogram your brain and turbocharge your performance

Not letting personal circumstances dictate what is possible

Surround yourself with the right people

Be willing to have no plan B in order to reach your desired goals

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Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/rDw1ktcYEDo or listen to Straight Talking Leadership on any podcast platform.

Find Chris Pienkowski at https://bit.ly/m/chrispienkowski

Decisiveness is a critical attribute for effective leadership, with profound implications for organizational success and team dynamics. By fostering decisiveness, leaders can guide their organizations toward greater success and resilience, empowering their teams and driving meaningful progress. 

Join me and JJ Hardy for another Leadership Live discussion on the importance of decisiveness while we dive into the art and science of making effective decisions.

In this session, we’ll share:

✅ Proven strategies for making confident decisions.

✅ Techniques to overcome decision-making paralysis.

✅ Insights into the impact of decisiveness on team performance and organizational success.

Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, we will share valuable insights to help you lead with clarity and conviction.

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Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtube.com/live/0SRqYCpsszI 

Find Chris Pienkowski at https://bit.ly/m/chrispienkowski

Find JJ Hardy at https://victoryleadershipcoaching.com/ 

#Leadership #Decisiveness #LeadershipDevelopment #DecisionMaking #ExpertAdvice #LeadershipSkills #VirtualEvent #ProfessionalGrowth #BusinessLeadership #LeadershipEvent #LiveBroadcast #HighImpactLeadership #Podcast

This week’s episode of Straight Talking Leadership “My Journey” with special guest Jamie Tilke, retired US Army Green Beret and real estate entrepreneur.

Learn about Jamie’s formula that drives his leadership philosophy of communicate, reflect, do better, be better,

Other topics we cover include:

How the right relationships can change your life

Using creativity and unconventional approaches to achieving goals

Not letting personal circumstances dictate what is possible

The importance of passing along knowledge to our children

How effective communication is more about how you deliver the message than the message itself

Remove emotion from decision making

The value of a tactical pause before giving a response or making an decision

The significance of integrity and honesty as leadership traits

Utilizing the strengths of different types to drive greater performance of a team

The importance of understanding the passions and motivations of your team in order to utilize them best within the team

Leadership skills that transfer from Army Special Forces to the civilian world of entrepreneurship

Surround yourself with the right people

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Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/9Z6m2m79CBs 

Listen to Straight Talking Leadership on any podcast platform.

Learn more about Straight Arrow Coaching and becoming a High Impact Leader at https://bit.ly/3Wn4696

Find Jamie Tilke at https://www.visioninmotion.co/ and on the socials @jamietilke 

Find Chris Pienkowski at https://bit.ly/m/chrispienkowski

#leadership #workethic #achievement #usarmy #greenberet #motivation #success #people #ownership #team #journey #personality #communication #guide #realestate #entrepreneurship #richdadpoordad #influence #communicate #relationships #connect #character #philosophy #genuine #leader #leadbyexample #leadershipdevelopment #highimpactleadership #podcast

Confidence is not just an asset but a necessity for impactful leadership. Whether you're leading a team, driving innovation, or navigating challenges, confidence empowers you to make decisive moves, inspire others, and achieve outstanding results. We will delve into practical strategies for building and maintaining confidence, overcoming self-doubt, and fostering a confident culture within your organization.

This week’s episode of Straight Talking Leadership “My Journey” featuring special guest Will Stavros, Enneagram expert and trial attorney.

Learn about Will’s formula that drives his leadership philosophy of understanding what you are projecting onto a situation and make accommodations for how it affects others and the overall outcome.

Other topics we cover include:

Watch the episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/JqAThK22LM4 

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Find Will at https://aletheiatruth.com/ 

Learn more about Straight Arrow Coaching and becoming a High Impact Leader at https://bit.ly/3Wn4696

Find Chris Pienkowski at https://bit.ly/m/chrispienkowski

#leadership #enneagram #platinumrule #understanding #motivation #success #people #ownership #team #journey #personality #communication #guide #financialplanning #character #philosophy #genuine #leader #leadbyexample #leadershipdevelopment #highimpactleadership #podcast

This week’s episode of Straight Talking Leadership “My Journey” is available with special guest David Daley, from construction to financial planning.

Learn about David’s formula that drives her leadership philosophy of empowering people towards a better end result as a teacher and a guide.

Other topics we cover include:

Leadership principles are the same regardless of industry

Take care of your people and they will take care of you

How cockiness can lead to mistakes

Encouraging everyone to contribute their ideas for greater buy-in

The importance of listening and asking the right questions

Getting to the root cause of an issue helps to solve it for the long term

Work/life management vs work/life balance

Build expertise at the fundamentals

Watch the episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/OXVD3N_2IlY 

Listen to Straight Talking Leadership on any podcast platform.

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Find David at https://www.instagram.com/daley_fp/  and https://www.daleyfp.com/ 

Learn more about Straight Arrow Coaching and becoming a High Impact Leader at https://bit.ly/3Wn4696

Find Chris Pienkowski at https://bit.ly/m/chrispienkowski

#leadership #rootcause #balance #empowerothers #accountability #success #people #ownership #team #journey #caring #teach #guide #construction #financialplanning #character #philosophy #genuine #leader #leadbyexample #leadershipdevelopment #workethic #highimpactleadership #podcast

In the fast-paced world of leadership, it's easy to fall into the trap of thinking we need to do it all ourselves. 🤯 But here's the game-changer: DELEGATION. 🌐

Join me and JJ Hardy for a conversation about how delegation helps you to elevate your leadership ability and empower your team.

🌱 Nurturing Growth:

As leaders, our role is to foster a culture of growth and development. Delegating tasks not only empowers your team but also provides them with opportunities to learn, adapt, and thrive. 🚀

💡 Unlocking Collective Brilliance:

Every team member brings unique strengths to the table. Delegation allows you to tap into the diverse skills of your team, creating a synergy that leads to innovative solutions and unparalleled success. 🌈

🕰️ Time Mastery:

Time is our most valuable resource. Delegation enables leaders to prioritize strategic thinking and high-impact decision-making by redistributing tasks effectively. Free up your schedule for what truly matters. ⏰

👥 Building Trust and Confidence:

Delegating shows that you trust your team. It's a powerful way to boost morale and confidence, fostering a positive work environment where individuals feel valued and motivated. 🤝

📈 Scaling Your Leadership Impact:

Leadership is not just about the present; it's about creating a legacy. Delegating prepares your team for future challenges and positions them for growth. As a leader, your impact is not limited to what you can do alone but extends to what your team can achieve collectively.

Let's unlock the full potential of our teams and elevate our leadership to new heights! 🚀💼

Watch the episode on YouTube at https://youtube.com/live/_DsR3cMsfp8 

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Learn more about Straight Arrow Coaching and becoming a High Impact Leader at https://bit.ly/3Wn4696

Find Chris Pienkowski at https://bit.ly/m/chrispienkowski 

#Leadership #Delegation #TeamEmpowerment #Growth #Innovation #TimeManagement #TrustBuilding #LeadershipImpact #HighImpactLeadership #Podcast

My special guest this week on Straight Talking Leadership “My Journey” is Charmien Fugelsang, Chief People Officer of nTop, the advanced engineering design software that’s bringing additive manufacturing to mainstream production.

Learn about Charmien’s formula that drives her leadership philosophy of being humble and taking full responsibility for what is going on around you.

Other topics we cover include:

Watch the episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/CkkHTKnc6bY 

Subscribe to Straight Talking Leadership for more leadership content to help you Grow, Lead, and Succeed.

Learn more about Straight Arrow Coaching and becoming a High Impact Leader at https://bit.ly/3Wn4696

Find Chris Pienkowski at https://bit.ly/m/chrispienkowski 

#leadership #success #laughter #people #team #opportunity #potential #service #culture #influence #leadingup #journey #philosophy #leader #leadbyexample #relationships #awareness #advocate #leadershipdevelopment #workethic #highimpactleadership #podcast