The Lead Up Podcast

Elite leaders don’t coast to the finish line that is the end of the year. Elite leaders show up every single day in pursuit of their goals. 

This time of year, it’s very common to see people begin to wear down and start going through the motions, but elite leaders finish strong so they can start strong. 

In this week’s episode of the Lead Up Podcast, Mike discusses the definition of an elite leader and the 3 steps you can implement to finish the year strong to set yourself up for fast start in 2025!

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future. 

Great leaders do more than manage; they inspire. 

Being an elite leader requires you to keep your mental well-being in check, because mental health is the cornerstone that influences the energy that you bring to the workplace. 

In this week’s episode, Mike and special guest Marc Fussel discuss the importance of mental health, as well as simple strategies listeners can use to improve their effectiveness as people and leaders.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future. 

To learn more about Marc Fussel and his work to help leaders improve mental well-being, you can visit Take2Minutes.org. You can use the code LeadUp24 to get 20% off of any price on Take 2 Minutes.

The #1 most contagious element in your organization is… 

ATTITUDE! 

Great attitudes encourage great attitudes and negative attitudes encourage negative attitudes. For you, being the leader you are, it is your duty to be aware and intentional about the attitude you are bringing to the workplace because yours is the most important on the team.

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, we discuss the importance of core values and the three people that are most important for you to lead so you make sure this contagious element doesn't infect the organization in the wrong way, but the right way.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future. 

Have you ever considered what truly defines a great leader? Is it confidence? Experience? The ability to inspire and motivate others? 

Sure, all of those are great qualities, but there’s one often overlooked trait that sets good leaders apart from great ones: mental strength.

The world’s most successful leaders are elite at separating themselves from their challenges and emotions to take thoughtful and intentional action. 

Check out this week’s episode of the Lead Up Podcast to learn from special guest, Scott Mautz on how you can begin improving your mental strength to uplevel your leadership. 

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

You can learn more about Scott Mautz here and find his book on Amazon.

There is no cookie-cutter blueprint to being a great leader. Successful leaders are products of countless different personalities, backgrounds, perspectives, theories, etc. 

Although, the most successful leaders all understand the importance of Stephen Covey’s 5th habit: 

‘Seek first to understand, then to be understood.’

In this week’s episode of the Lead Up Podcast, we talk about why this is the most important practice for leaders trying to lead successful teams.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

If you want to get the most out of your employees, develop a thriving culture, and retain great employees, then your primary objective should be to develop authentic connections with your people. This means showing up consistently. Not once a year, or once a quarter. 

You have to make intentional connections a regular part of your routine. 

In this week’s episode of the Lead Up Podcast, Mike and special guest Ken Schmidt talk about “Making Some Noise” and making people your priority to improve results.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

You can learn more about Ken here.

No matter how amazing your company is, you will lose people. 

Even the most impressive team cultures experience turnover. 

The problem is, that most companies sort exiting employees into either the “don’t leave” or “good riddance” categories instead of latching on the opportunities that leaving employees offer.

Check out this week’s episode of the Lead Up Podcast, where we discuss 5 Tactics for you to make the most of employee exits and start releasing talent to sing your praises!

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

One of the most important things to emphasize when trying to lead and encourage the behavior of others is trust. 

For people to willingly accept your guidance and example, they have to trust you.

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, Mike and special guest Michele Thomson discuss how ANYONE can take on a leadership role and begin fostering trust within the workplace.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

To can learn more about Michele here.

Managers are often mistaken for leaders due to their titles and responsibilities. 

But, leaders are rare. Leaders aren’t just managers of people. Leaders make intentional and consistent efforts to inspire others to be more, not just do more. 

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, Mike shares what the true distinction is between managers and leaders, and how you can start climbing the ladder to Elite Leadership.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

Becoming an ELITE LEADER is a lifelong pursuit, but the process is sped up when you have more knowledge of what it takes from those who have already achieved what you are after. 

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, special guest Jesse Hernandez Jr. shares phenomenal insight into what Elite Leaders practice daily. 

From habits and skills, to mindset and attitude, Mike and Jesse go deep on what leaders must be prioritizing to start stepping into their potential.

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave a 5-star review on your streaming platform. Mike encourages you to reach out to him through: [email protected] to let him know your thoughts on this episode & to share some topics you would like him to speak on in the future.

You can learn more about Jesse here.