In this 15th episode we conclude our interview with Adrian Koehler, executive coach and co-founder of Novus.Global Coaching.  Tim Bartlett continues his conversation with Adrian about the importance of seeking out mentorship, owning up to the choices you make and the reality you create.  We also discuss the major obstacles people face in achieving success.  

With tremendous insight and straight forward truth, Adrian helps us regain perspective, and get clear on what it is we actually want to achieve.  This interview will benefit any leader, entrepreneur and visionary looking to go to the next level!  Enjoy Element #15 titled, “Getting Clear.”

Main Points:

• Learn whose input you should trust.  Don’t give the negative voices attention.

Action Steps:

• Who should you be pursuing in order to learn, grow and succeed? Contact that person this week.

Resources:

http://Novus.Global

connect with Adrian on LinkedIn

The Three Laws of Performance by Steve Zaffron and Dave Logan

Startup School Podcast - Seth Godin

Leadership and Self Deception, by The Arbinger Institute

Fierce Leadership by Susan Scott

Zero To One by Peter Thiel

The Change Element was founded by Steven Ma, Cory Damon and Tim Bartlett.  This show is focused on helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and visionaries take big ideas and get out to the world.

In this episode, Element14, we interview Adrian Koehler, executive coach and co-founder of Novus Global Coaching.  Adrian shares with us the path he’s taken in life and how he’s been able to successfully build up a successful executive coaching business.

In this first, of a two-part interview we gain tremendous insight into the “entrepreneur’s dilemma” of going at it alone, with all the benefits and limitations that come with it.  It can be lonely as an entrepreneur but, there is a difference between loneliness and isolation.

Main Points:

• Surround yourself with the right people?

Action Steps:

• Find a mentor or someone who lives a life you want to live and connect with them

Resources:

http://Novus.Global

connect with Adrian on LinkedIn

Homeboy Industries

Mosaic.org

The Change Element was founded by Steven Ma, Cory Damon and Tim Bartlett.  This show is focused on helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and visionaries take big ideas and get out to the world.

In this episode, Element14, we interview Adrian Koehler, executive coach and co-founder of Novus Global Coaching.  Adrian shares with us the path he’s taken in life and how he’s been able to successfully build up a successful executive coaching business.

In this first, of a two-part interview we gain tremendous insight into the “entrepreneur’s dilemma” of going at it alone, with all the benefits and limitations that come with it.  It can be lonely as an entrepreneur but, there is a difference between loneliness and isolation.

Main Points:

• Surround yourself with the right people?

• Working with others has an exponential effect on your ability to impact.  1 + 1 = 3

• Risk is a matter of perspective

Action Steps:

• Find a mentor or someone who lives a life you want to live and connect with them

• List at least three advantages to having a trusted partner.

• What guides your decision making? How do you get clear on what you need to do?

Resources:

http://Novus.Global

In this episode, Tim Bartlett interviews David Kietzman, a non-profit leader and entrepreneur in Los Angeles.  David is the co-founder of Youth Speak! Collective, a successful non-profit organization, along with other social entrepreneurial ventures including a communications firm called Momentum Solutions.

In this show David talks about his journey from working with a few kids in Pacoima turned into a growing and impactful nonprofit.  He shares some great insight that will help anyone who is looking to launch or grow their idea!

Main Points:

• How you define success should directly connect to the original mission

Action Steps:

• Find a partner who shares your passion or vision.  Someone you trust and talk about your ideas.

Resources:

Connect with David on LinkedIn

Connect with David on Facebook

Momentum Solutions

Center for NonProfit Management

Executive Service Corps

Young Nonprofit Professionals Network

The Change Element was founded by Steven Ma, Cory Damon and Tim Bartlett.  This show is focused on helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and visionaries take big ideas and get out to the world.

In this episode of The Change Element Podcast Show, we discuss the principal of leadership that many people miss. To have a desire to truly lead, one must desire to listen and learn. Check out this great conversation led by business coach and consultant, Tim Bartlett in Element #12.

Main Points

- Your team has the solutions, you just need to listen

- If you're not listening don't be surprised if your team stops talking

- You need to act on what you're hearing to build trust

Wrap Up:

- If you want your team to feel engaged, and empowered to speak up, you must show a desire to listen

- You have to put effort into hearing from your team, it won't always come naturally

- When your team trusts that you want to hear from them, they will provide valuable insight and solutions, and they'll carry out the decisions made with more commitment.

Resources:

Book: The Listening Leader: Powerful New Strategies for Becoming an Influential Communicator Richard M. Harris  January 1, 2006

The Art of Listening Erich Fromm February 26, 2013 Open Road Media

The Change Element was founded by Steven Ma, Cory Damon and Tim Bartlett.  This show is focused on helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and visionaries take big ideas and get out to the world.

Main Points: - We all fail at resolutions because their too grand and not specific

Next Steps 

1. You can "restart" your goals at anytime, so do it today

The Change Element was founded by Steven Ma, Cory Damon and Tim Bartlett.  This show is focused on helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and visionaries take big ideas and get out to the world.

Main Points: - We all fail at resolutions because their too grand and not specific
- Goals are more specific - they're defined and require action
- We don't have to wait another year, we can start over now
- Focus on smaller achievable goals, maybe a 3 month or 1 month goal
- Mention free course "create momentum"

Next Steps 

1. You can "restart" your goals at anytime, so do it today
2. Get clear and specific about your goals
3. Set a shorter timeframe and smaller goals

The Change Element was founded by Steven Ma, Cory Damon and Tim Bartlett.  This show is focused on helping entrepreneurs, leaders, and visionaries take big ideas and get out to the world.

• 3-points

• Routines are made up of various habits and habits are made up of C.A.R. (Cue, Action, Reward)

• App: Duo Lingo - a fun and free way to learn Spanish

• 3-points

  • Routines are made up of various habits and habits are made up of C.A.R. (Cue, Action, Reward)

  • There’s a difference between Passive vs. Active routines

  • The right Keystone Habit will set you up for success

• Stuck in a rut?: https://thechangeelement.com/podcast-how-to-get-yourself-out-of-a-rut/

• How to create healthy habits: https://thechangeelement.com/how-to-create-healthy-lifestyle-habits-in-the-new-year/

• Best Productivity Apps to Get Things Done: https://thechangeelement.com/best-productivity-apps-to-get-things-done/

• The Power of A Good Morning: https://thechangeelement.com/how-to-have-your-best-day-every-day/