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  • Episode 266 The Great Resignation or The Great Re-Evaluation

    In this episode of The Lead Up Podcast, Mike speaks about The Great Resignation.. or The Great Re-evaluation. Mike shares the main reasons why employees are leaving their jobs and provides you with some tools and strategies you can use to attract other company's top performers and prevent your best talent from leaving. Research has shown that 87% of employees who are thinking of quitting their jobs would stay with an employer/company that makes them feel valued and developed. 

    The most common questions employees are asking themselves in the workplace right now are:

    1. Do I really want to do this work?
    2. Do I really want to work from home?
    3. Do I really want to work in an office?
    4. Is the work that I am doing meaningful?
    5. Am I happy working for my boss?
    6. Mike explains how the No.1 reason why employees are leaving their jobs is that they don’t like the culture of the company and they don’t like their boss. He dives into how COVID-19 and the pandemic have exposed the weaknesses of leaders and how it is driving The Great Resignation… or The Great Re-evaluation. Mike also speaks about how employees choose their employers.

      Here are some strategies you as a leader can use to be attractive to employees:

      1. Be a leader that is focused on developing skills and talent
      2. Be aware that people want skills that will help them grow up the ladder, they don’t just want to go to work and grab a paycheck
      3. Ensure your supervisors are showing appreciation for your staff – test out the high-five method
      4. Is your culture one that would attract top performers?
      5. Is your team better than the one employees are leaving?
      6. Mike’s short book, Quit Losing Talent, will be available to purchase at a low rate very soon. Make sure to email [email protected] to let him know you are interested in the book, or if there is anything you would like to talk to him about!

        If you enjoyed and found value in this episode, please be sure to share with a friend and subscribe so that you never miss a new episode. Also, leave a review on the streaming platform of your choice as it helps us grow and reach new audiences so that Mike can continue to share helpful tools and strategies. Thanks for listening!

         

        Links and Contact Information:

        Website: www.harbourresources.com

        18 min
      7. Episode 265 The Calling with Quint Studer

        On this episode of The Lead Up Podcast, Mike has Quint Studer back for another appearance to discuss more about leadership and compassion in organizations.

        Quint begins by talking about how he has changed from using engagement to using Love and explains how love is holding people accountable. Quint shares how he approaches holding people accountable, always asking for permission and ensuring they know it’s his perception or opinion.

         Quint also tells us how he feels it is important to be a life-long learner as the world is always changing, and how his curiosity has helped with this.

        When Mike asks why the health care industry is so special, Quint shares his beliefs that the people in the industry are so driven by values, which is hard to come by in a society that has become transactional. Quint thinks we need to create a society that makes people feel good.

        Leading on from this, Quint tells us about a survey he does where he asks How consistent the leadership is and how effective is the organization at identifying and implementing best practices, the latter usually scoring poorly. He explains to us that fixing the second question takes care of the first one and also explains how analytics like this can be very useful to organizations.

        Coming towards the end of this episode, Quint speaks about breaking the stigma of asking for help, stating that we need to recognize and reward people who seek help, but also hold those who don’t accountable.

         Quint has a conference coming up on the 22nd and 23rd of February which you can attend virtually or in-person in Pensacola, Florida for just $250 per person which is designed to replenish yourself, your team, and your organization. This conference is for anyone who touches healthcare but can be just as beneficial for those who don’t. Quint doesn’t want money to be an issue so he offers a 100% money-back guarantee if you don’t think the conference is valuable. You can find out all the information right here: www.RYTOConference.com

        You can also head to gratitudegroup.com for a wellness and replenishment toolkit you can use for your organization.

         If you enjoyed this episode, please be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and leave a 5-star review so we can continue to grow and continue to bring you some more quality content. Thanks for listening!

         

        44 min
      8. Episode 264 5 Keys for Goal Achieving Versus Goal Setting

        In this episode of the LeadUp Podcast, Mike brings you through the 5 keys to being a goal achiever rather than being a goal setter in 2022. Research suggests the 80%of people who set a New Year’s resolution have given up on them within 4-6 weeks, but Mike believes he’s cracked the process of how to stick to these goals throughout the year.

        The steps are:

        • Look forward first, don’t look back on the year
        • Figure out who you need to become the achieve the forward-looking goals, then you can look back and the year gone by
        • Evaluate what you need to stop doing and figure out the routines you need to set up to replace bad habits
        • Be patient with yourself and your results, but urgent with action
        • Involve your team in the process
        • Mike goes into great detail, giving examples from his own life on each of the points above. He also suggests you head to dailycqp.com to pick up your compass planner to help you set your goals for the year, as well as heading to harbourresoucres.com where you can check out the store and pick up the 40 Days to Elevate Your Success program and the Success Rituals course to further help you with your goals for this year.

          If you enjoyed this podcast, please be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode and leave a review on your listening platform, as it helps us grow and reach new audiences to spread the message. Thanks for listening!

          21 min
        • Episode 263 - 5 Symbols of Leadership

          In this episode, I am sharing with you 5 Symbols of Leadership and how we can use Christmas as reminders.

          1. Christmas lights - One of my and my family's favorite things to do is to drive around and look at Christmas lights. They can be simple or elaborate but one thing they all have in common is they shine bright. As a leader, we are called to shine our light on others in order to guide and lead them to become their best. 
          2. Christmas trees have to be planted and nurtured. Leaders have to be nurtured in order to grow.
          3. Presence -   not the kind under the tree, although it can mean just as much or more to the person you are present for. This is so important for those you lead to know they matter especially during the crisis we have been facing.
          4. Food - it's required for growth. Not the kind we eat, but what we feed our minds and those around us to help them grow.
          5. Gifts -  recognize the gifts that others have and bring to the table.
          6. Listen to this entire episode to learn more about how to use these symbols in your daily leadership.

            Have a blessed Christmas and Holiday!

            22 min
          7. Episode 262 Are You Emotionally Intelligent with Brittney Savarda

            In episode 262 we have a great guest interview for you, with Brittney Savarda.

            This is a deep and much-needed conversation with everything going on in today's climate. 

            Brittney is an expert on the topic of Emotional Intelligence. She shares her own journey to emotional intelligence and what it takes to get real about our own challenges with emotional awareness. 

            She shares how the problems we have with others are often a result of our own challenges within our mindset.

            If you tune in, you will learn how to recognize the root causes of your emotions and how to deal with them the right way.

            Also, why the ego is the main driver in our emotions. 

            Listen, take some notes and learn more from Brittney Savarda.

            You can visit Brittney's new EI Magazine website Emotional Intelligence Magazine
            Brittney on Linked In
            Brittney's Book The EQ Deficiency
            Brittney on YouTube

            45 min
          8. Episode 261 You Don't Have Time Not to Grow

            In Episode 261 You Don't Have Time Not to Grow I am sharing the importance of being intentional with your growth.

            With so many things coming at us right now with news, social media, and the simple craziness going on around us we have to be careful with what we consume.

            We are responsible for our growth and what we feed our minds. As leaders, we must make time to add value to ourselves so that we can add value to those we lead.

            Listening to The LeadUp Podcast or other leadership podcasts is a great way to grow on your commute or while working out. We offer book summaries for you each week so that you can watch and get the biggest takeaways- maybe do this on your lunch break.  

            There really are so many options to grow now in your leadership that there are no good excuses as to why you aren't doing it. 

            15 min
          9. Episode 260 Cracking the Leadership Code with Alain Hunkins

            This is episode 260 and we had a guest Interview with Alain Hunkins discussing Cracking the Leadership Code.

            You will learn why your biggest adversities can become your great assets in leadership if used to grow and not remain stuck.

            In research for his book Alain learned on 23% of leaders are seen as good leaders by their employees and what mindset it takes for leaders to change.

            Alain shares from his book Cracking the Leadership Code his 3c's for growth and code-cracking. 

            This episode is full of actionable content from start to finish. 

            Learn more about Alain at: https://alainhunkins.com/

             

            39 min
          10. Episode 259 Why Leadership Growth is so Important Right Now

            People are seeking leadership more than ever. It has never been more important that leaders continue to grow in their leadership.

            I am sharing 3 things to help you grow as a leader.

            1. Why leadership growth is so important.
            2. Force- what we may be forcing and what we can no longer force.
            3. What is needed and what is needed right now to make a change in your leadership.
            4. We as leaders need to start with why. Because the what has quit working. What got us in the leadership role no longer works. We have to start leading from our why.

              The dissatisfaction rate is at an all-time high in the workplace.

              Until you understand why growth is important, you will keep doing the same thing that you have been doing and getting the same results.

              People do not want to be led by trial and error leaders- that is why you have to continue to grow.

              Listen to this entire episode to learn the in-depth reasons why your leadership growth is so important.

               

               

              18 min
            5. Episode 258 The Art of Communication with Julien Mirivel

              In this episode, we are joined by special guest, Julien Mirivel.

              Julien is a Professor of Communication at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Originally from France, Julien came to America as an exchange student. This experience created a love for his new country and what he would do with the rest of his life. 

              The need to learn a new language to communicate with others helped him develop new relationships.

              Julien says we have to take into consideration that when we communicate there are emotions involved. If we have had a conflict with someone it makes communication harder than with someone without conflict. 

              The art of communication takes place by learning techniques that you can apply to everyday life. The art of communication is flexibility and the science are the things that work that we find in research. 

              He points out that you have to become aware of your tendencies to overcome them and replace them with new strategies. 

              Listen to this entire episode to learn from this great conversation between Mike and Julien. 

               

              You can follow Julien on LinkedIn & Twitter

              Sponsors of this episode:

              The Herbal Bath - Plant-Powered Bath and Beauty

              Shelby and Comany, Inc _ Full-service Marketing Agency

              42 min
            6. Episode 257 Defeating the Great Resignation

              In this episode of The LeadUp Podcast Mike talks about Defeating the Great Resignation.

              The number of people who are poised to leave their current employer is over 60%. That is an outrageous number. During the pandemic, the "workplace" changed. Many people started working from home and were able to get more done with fewer distractions and some just enjoyed being able to walk to the next room instead of commuting. 

              Do you know what the cost of losing 60% of your team looks like? Do you know what it looks like to even lose 1 member of your team? It costs on average 3-10 times the person's salary to replace a team member.

              We all have the desire to change but do we use our will to do it. Willpower is what we have to use in order to change and adapt our leadership style to defeat this great resignation.

              Ask yourself- if someone leaves your company will they find one better? If someone comes and joins your team will it be better than what they left?

              Listen to find out how you can defeat this great resignation.

              I will be teaching on this topic in more depth at Entrecon 2021. You can attend virtual or in person. Click the link below to get more information. 

              ENTRECON 2021- sign up and reserve your spot today.

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              Episode sponsors:

              The Herbal Bath- Plant-Based Bath and Beauty

              Shelby & Company Inc - Full Service Marketing Agency

              25 min

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