The Craig and Greg Show

If you said, "No," are you sure? Sometimes micromanagement can come out of good intentions, or as we focus on a project, we as leaders can slide into it without even realizing it. In this episode, Craig and Greg discuss why micromanagement is bad for your leadership, how to identify if you've fallen into this trap, and, most importantly how to free yourself to soar into a place of macro-leadership.

Check out the video version of this podcast here.

If you're in a place of micromanagement and not sure how to get out, the guys would love to come alongside and coach you. Visit https://maximizeleadership.com and fill out the contact form for more information on how they can help you grow as a leader.

Periodically, the guys like to revisit the topic of leadership builders and killers. In this episode, you get TWO leadership killers, as they tackle the two-headed monster of ignorance and arrogance. They cover how to deal with these people in your organization and provide actionable advice you can employ if you catch yourself slipping into either of these pitfalls.

Let us know what you think in the comments!

Check out the video version of this podcast here.

To receive more information about personalized coaching, and check out all of Greg's other projects, visit https://maximizeleadership.com

In addition to this podcast, Craig puts out blogs, videos, and his own podcast daily. All of that can be found at https://craigtowens.com

This week we are celebrating Greg! His new book is entitled Sage Advice, and it has just been released, and everyone at Maximize is incredibly excited for you to be able to finally get your hands on the finished product. In this episode, the guys discuss the new book, and talk about how each chapter pairs a story from Greg's childhood with a helpful leadership lesson. Be sure to pick up a copy of Sage Advice today!

Watch the video version of this podcast here.

Check out Craig's totally(!) unbiased book review of Sage Advice.

Fear is something every leader struggles with, but great leaders learn to reframe that fear into an opportunity to grow. Join Craig and Greg as they discuss overcoming fear, reframing fear, and helping your team to do the same.

If you're struggling with fear and would like some more personalized strategies to help you overcome, the guys would love to coach you. Reach out to us at https://maximizeleadership.com

Check out the video version of this podcast here.

Words are incredibly powerful! With our tongues, we can elevate others to amazing heights, or tear them down completely. In this episode, Craig and Greg discuss how, as leaders, it is critical that we are mindful of our everyday words so that we ensure we are taking our team in the right direction.

Watch the video version of this podcast here.

To get more info about personalized coaching, or to learn more about Maximize's other projects, visit https://maximizeleadership.com

Books referenced in this episode:

• Shepherd Leadership by Craig T. Owens
• Leadership Jazz by Max DePree
• Ten Powerful Phrases for Positive People by Richard M. DeVos

There seems to be a belief among some leaders that the louder they yell, the better they're understood. No need to call anyone out, but we're sure someone just came to mind. When you received that kind of coaching, did you receive it well? Of course not! Coaching should be focused on correcting and improving for the next time, not berating for things in the past. So tune in, and learn more about how you can coach up.

Check out the video version of this conversation here → https://youtu.be/U1Vj1mW9iR8

Too often we fall into the trap of seeing meetings as perfunctory, tedious, and downright boring to attend. Today Craig and Greg are here to tell you, they like meetings!

If managed correctly, meetings can be an impactful leadership tool that helps grow and bond your team. So set aside any of your preconceived notions, and let the guys tell you why they think you should embrace opportunities for meetings.

Check out the video version of this podcast here.

When was the last time you noticed your team? Not just on a surface level like saying hello in the hallway, but really truly paying attention to what's going on with your team. Noticing is easy to do, but it does require you to spend time doing it. It's impossible to see what your team is doing locked inside your office, so get out there and notice!

Check out the video version of this podcast here → https://youtu.be/CCYfFIKf680

Performance reviews are a great tool to help leaders measure and celebrate the growth of their team, but the standard model of quarterly and yearly reviews is a terrible way to go about it. In this episode, Craig and Greg suggest a different approach to reviews that relies on frequent coaching and giving your team "the answers to the test" to set them up to succeed.

Check out the video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/7eWHSS6eFpg

If you would like individualized advice on how to implement better coaching in your organization, visit https://maximizeleadership.com and click on the coaching tab to learn more about how the guys can help you flourish as a leader.

Recently Greg got a call from an educational institute asking him for advice on how to help their athletes "toughen up." Unfortunately, they're not alone, it seems like resilience is in increasingly shorter supply across the board these days. As a leader, it is your job to help instill grit into your team. Not tearing them down, but showing them that you view them with more potential.

Check out the video version of this conversation here → https://youtu.be/KllhZDW0cjI

For more content, coaching, and consulting, visit https://maximizeleadership.com

In addition to his co-hosting of this show, Craig is also a prolific blogger. Find all his work at https://craigtowens.com