The Lead Up Podcast

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour discusses the importance of crafting and communicating a clear mission and vision for success. 

Mike emphasizes that a clear mission goes beyond a polished statement on a website; it must serve as the driving force for every decision and action. 

He highlights the need for elite leaders to define their mission, align their teams, and use storytelling to reinforce the mission's purpose. 

Mike provides actionable steps to help leaders create clarity, inspire their teams, and overcome challenges in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
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In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour sits down with guests Chris Chunn and Stephanie Shine of Arkansas Talent Group to discuss the critical challenges organizations face in attracting and retaining exceptional talent. 

The conversation delves into the importance of company culture, flexibility, and onboarding processes in maintaining employee engagement and reducing turnover. 

Chris and Stephanie share insights on what top candidates today prioritize, such as growth opportunities, alignment with company values, and hybrid work models. 

They also highlight successful retention strategies, including employee development programs and competitive compensation packages. 

This episode is packed with actionable advice for businesses looking to improve their talent acquisition and retention efforts.

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In this week’s episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour emphasizes the importance of activating new hires’ potential from day one to foster early engagement and long-term success.

Mike outlines a detailed plan for onboarding, split into two key areas: a memorable welcome process and a structured 90-day activation plan. 

He highlights the significance of first impressions, trust-building activities, clear communication of expectations, and continuous support through stay navigators. 

Mike also provides practical tips like personalized welcome kits, buddy systems, and regular check-ins to ensure new hires are fully integrated and productive.

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In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour discusses emotional intelligence (EQ) with expert Jeff Drummonds. 

Jeff shares insights about the importance of EQ in leadership, its impact on professional and personal relationships, and how it can be developed over time through assessments and coaching. 

Jeff elaborates on the components of EQ, such as self-perception, self-expression, and decision-making, and offers practical advice for leveraging EQ in various life and leadership scenarios.

You can learn more about Jeff here.

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In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour discusses how leaders can add value to their teams and unlock their potential by understanding their strengths and fostering a sense of purpose. 

Mike offers actionable strategies such as conducting one-on-one meetings, creating strengths maps, hosting purpose workshops, and initiating a culture of gratitude. 

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In this week's episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour welcomes special guest Garrett Delph with a discussion on leadership and the impact of ineffective leadership models. 

Mike and Garret cover strategies for creating clarity, managing effective communication, and setting clear expectations and accountability in the workplace. 

Garrett shares insights from his journey, emphasizing the importance of balancing soft skills like emotional intelligence with strong systems and infrastructure. 

If you want to discover how to lead with clarity, support your team, and drive success in your organization, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour delves into the critical role job ads play in the recruitment process. 

Mike highlights the importance of well-crafted job advertisements and their impact on attracting high-caliber talent. 

Drawing from his book 'Quit Losing Talent,' he introduces the 'MAD Statement' concept (Make A Difference) as a game-changing strategy for creating compelling job ads. 

Mike also shares actionable tips to refresh ad templates, emphasize company culture, and clearly articulate roles and missions, ultimately transforming mundane listings into engaging, purpose-driven opportunities.

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In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour interviews Scott Street, CEO of Pediatrics Plus. 

They dive into Scott's 35-year leadership journey, the philosophy and challenges of leadership, and the development of Pediatrics Plus University (a leadership development program). 

The discussion highlights the importance of influence, resilience, maintaining and adapting culture, and empowering leaders to conquer their worlds. 

Scott shares insights on creating a culture of excellence, the role of faith in leadership, and the innovative approach of Pediatrics Plus.

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In this week’s episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour kicks off 2025 by diving into how leaders can cultivate a winning mindset and attitude to inspire their team, foster resilience, and drive success. 

Mike discusses key concepts such as the ripple effect of attitude, fostering resilience and optimism, and using real-life stories to motivate your team. 

He also shares actionable strategies to model positivity and encourage a culture of encouragement and celebration within the workplace.

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Holding a position of leadership is always something to be grateful for, but it’s not always glamorous. 

Unfortunately, as leaders, we are faced with some brutal truths that we must accept to grow into our potential. 

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, Mike discusses 5 brutal truths he’s had to face in his leadership journey and shares tactical advice on how you can avoid and overcome them.

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