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  • 154: When Trust Breaks: How to Lead After Betrayal | Damon Lembi

    We’ve all paid the price of believing in someone who let us down. But what if that “cost” isn’t a failure, but it’s a necessary for greater connection, creativity, and leadership? 

    It's a mindset shift for leaders who want to build stronger teams, healthier relationships, and resilient organizations.  

    If you’ve ever been burned by someone at work or in life, this one’s for you. 

    In this episode, you’ll learn: 

    • What the “Trust Tax” is and why you should choose to pay it 
    • The four-part framework to lead with trust (without getting walked on) 
    • How trust impacts culture, growth, and emotional energy 
    • Simple mindset shifts to reframe betrayal into progress 
    • Real-world ways to lead with belief in work, parenting, and friendship 

    Timestamps: 

    00:00 – Why trust gets broken—and why Damon still believes in it 

    01:10 – The story of betrayal that inspired the Trust Tax concept 

    02:40 – “I just paid for my own betrayal” — the personal and professional fallout 

    03:20 – What is the Trust Tax? 

    03:56 – Why leading from control doesn’t work 

    04:30 – Trust builds stronger teams, belonging, and creativity 

    05:05 – The 4-step Trust Tax Playbook begins 

    05:10 – Step 1: Trust First – Why Damon chooses to lead with trust by default 

    05:48 – Step 2: Trust Smart – Awareness without cynicism 

    06:28 – Step 3: Reframe the Cost – Learning from letdowns without shutting down 

    07:10 – Step 4: Lead by Identity – Becoming someone who trusts and grows 

    08:00 – Real-life ways to apply this in parenting, leadership, and friendship 

    08:50 – Emotional regulation: labeling feelings to reduce their intensity 

    09:30 – Reframing betrayal as a leadership learning moment 

    10:15 – Final Challenge: Choose to trust someone this week, even if it’s risky 

    About Damon Lembi:    

    Damon Lembi is a 2x bestselling author, the host of The Learn-It-All Podcast, and CEO of Learnit – a live learning platform that has upskilled over 2 million people. Drawing from his prior baseball career, Damon brings an athlete’s perspective to leadership. Through his journey, he has gained invaluable insights into what helps organizations grow, how great leaders learn, and why learn-it-all companies outpace their competitors every time.     


    Connect With Us: 

    • Upskill yourself or your team: www.learnit.com 
    • Email us: [email protected] 
    • Follow Damon on LinkedIn for more leadership insights 

    9 min
  • 153: How to Use Sales Skills to Become a Leader People Actually Follow | Mark Hunter

    Sales is not just about closing deals. Leadership and sales are, at their core, both about helping people achieve what they didn’t think was possible. But in order to effectively help people, you need to master the skill of sales. 

    In this episode, we’re joined by Mark Hunter, renowned sales strategist, speaker and author known as The Sales Hunter, to explore the timeless overlap between selling and leading.  

    In this episode you will learn: 

    • Why trust is the foundation of every sale (and how to build it) 
    • How discovery calls are being misused (and what to do instead) 
    • The connection between value, risk, and decision-making 
    • Tips for prospecting in the AI era 
    • The three most important assets every sales professional should protect 
    • How great leaders show up for their people 

     

    Timestamps: 

    00:16 – Sales and leadership: Eisenhower's D-Day message 

    01:50 – The real purpose of the discovery call 

    03:57 – Authenticity over slide decks 

    04:52 – Will AI replace salespeople? 

    06:28 – Risk, value, and the importance of trust 

    07:38 – How trust combats indecision 

    09:15 – Mapping customer problems upstream and downstream 

    10:41 – Selling with insight into your customer’s customer 

    11:33 – Using AI to personalize sales outreach 

    13:41 – Tips for expanding access to stakeholders 

    16:10 – Happy talkers vs. true decision makers 

    18:04 – The role of social media and personal brand equity in sales 

    19:24 – Why every rep needs a personal brand 

    21:24 – How to build content discipline in B2B sales 

    22:24 – Great leadership traits in sales managers 

    24:44 – Leading with integrity and taking ownership 

    28:06 – The leadership lesson that shaped Mark’s career 

    31:56 – Supporting reps during tough quarters 

    33:00 – Time: your most valuable asset 

    33:46 – Mark’s 3 most important career assets: time, mind, and network 

    35:16 – Diversifying your network like an investment portfolio 

    37:29 – Can virtual onboarding work for sales reps? 

    39:44 – Simple KPIs: Mark’s “5 conversations” rule 

    41:10 – Why sales is a lifestyle, not a job 

    42:47 – The importance of continuous learning 

    44:25 – Charlie Munger’s mindset on lifelong learning 

    44:37 – Final takeaway: why you owe it to prospects to reach out 

    Resources & Mentions: 

    • The Sales Hunter Website: https://www.thesaleshunter.com/  
    • The Sales Hunter Podcast: https://thesaleshunter.com/podcast/  
    • Sales Logic Podcast: https://www.saleslogicpodcast.com/  
    • Follow Mark on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markhunter  

    Connect With Us: 

    • Uplevel yourself and your team with our trainings: www.learnit.com    
    • Email us: [email protected]   
    • Follow Damon on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates! 

    42 min
  • 152: Why Most People's Definition of Success is Completely Wrong | JM Ryerson

    Success is an extremely misunderstood word. If you lack the self-awareness of why you do what you do, it won’t matter how much money you are making on paper. This lack of awareness can prevent you from performing at your best, but that’s what we’re here to solve today. 

    Today’s guest is JM Ryerson. He’s a serial entrepreneur, performance coach, author and the founder of Let’s Go Win, a company dedicated to helping high performers live their best lives both personally and professionally. 

    In This Episode, You’ll Learn: 

    • How to reshape your view on success and failure 
    • When to let go of a goal without seeing it as quitting 
    • What every first-time leader needs to hear about imposter syndrome 
    • How to define and embed powerful core values at work and at home 
    • And so much more 

    Timestamps: 

    00:26 – JM’s limiting belief around money and how he rewrote it 

    03:16 – Costly mistakes and the power of self-awareness 

    05:05 – Learning from failures and helping others avoid “dummy tax” 

    06:06 – Letting go of expectations and five-year plans 

    07:34 – When it’s okay to pivot or quit a goal 

    09:16 – Losing sports identity and discovering personal growth 

    11:18 – JM’s journey from Enterprise to entrepreneurship 

    12:58 – Writing Let’s Go Win inspired by his kids 

    14:25 – The true philosophy behind “winning” 

    16:32 – Sports, parenting, and teaching kids resilience 

    20:51 – Parallels between parenting and leading teams 

    22:56 – Defining and living your company’s core values 

    27:18 – The three essential leadership traits JM lives by 

    29:15 – Radical transparency and where JM draws the line 

    31:09 – Vulnerability vs. weakness in leadership 

    33:26 – Advice for first-time leaders on being authentic 

    35:20 – Overcoming imposter syndrome by shifting focus 

    37:16 – Why putting people first drives business growth 

    38:45 – JM’s “Perfect Morning Routine” (33 minutes to change your day) 

    40:17 – How to build consistency with daily habits 

    42:13 – Creating your own luck through mindset and awareness 

    44:37 – JM’s legacy: presence, love, and showing up for his family 

    46:17 – Final advice: “Take care of YOU first” 

    Resources Mentioned: 

    • JM’s book “Let’s Go Win”  
    • JM’s Website: https://www.letsgowin.com 
    • JM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgowin365  
    • JM on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jm-ryerson/ 
    • Let’s Go Win Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-go-win-podcast/id1517669567  
    • Wim Hof (Breathwork Guide) - https://www.wimhofmethod.com/  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tybOi4hjZFQ 
    • Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0735211299  
    • The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg - https://www.amazon.com/dp/081298160X  
    • How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0671027034  
    • Principles by Ray Dalio - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1501124021  


    Contact Us: 

    • Uplevel yourself and your team with our trainings: www.learnit.com    
    • Email us: [email protected]   
    • Follow Damon on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates! 

    48 min
  • 151: The #1 Team Building Skill You're Missing to Lead Effectively | Brendan Rogers

    The secret to making your team more engaged, more productive and far less likely to leave? Intentional and focused 1 on 1 meetings. Today’s guest learned this lesson the hard way.  

    Brendan Rogers is a leadership coach who used to believe that great teams were built through occasional team meetings and annual performance reviews. But when the world went remote during the pandemic? He was surprised to realize that without consistent, structured one-on-one conversations, leaders lose control, performance drops, and teams fall apart. 

    If you’re a leader who wants to elevate your team’s performance without micromanaging, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
    • Why one-on-one meetings are the foundation of high-performing teams
    • The three essential questions every leader should ask in weekly check-ins
    • How canceling one-on-ones destroys trust and morale
    • The right way to give and receive feedback to foster growth
    • How to run effective team meetings that drive action instead of wasting time


    Timestamps:

    00:01 – Introduction to Brendan Rogers

    00:25 – Why leaders must invest deliberate time in their employees

    02:40 – The moment Brendan realized one-on-one meetings change everything

    05:48 – How COVID forced leaders to rethink employee engagement

    06:22 – The myth that structure kills creativity (it actually fuels it)

    09:06 – Brendan’s three-step framework for effective one-on-ones

    12:30 – Should feedback happen in one-on-one meetings or separately?

    16:13 – The damaging effect of constantly canceling one-on-one meetings

    19:21 – How leaders can get better at giving and receiving feedback

    22:14 – Why modeling how you receive feedback matters as a leader

    26:44 – The simple act of following up on feedback to build trust

    31:33 – A small but powerful piece of feedback that changed Brendan’s career

    34:05 – The number one roadblock stopping leaders from scaling their teams

    36:39 – How to get better at saying no as a leader

    39:51 – How to increase performance in a team setting beyond one-on-ones

    43:45 – Why great leaders aren’t born—they’re designed

    46:57 – Final advice: There’s always a better way to lead


    Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
    • Brendan Rogers’ website: LeaderByDesign.au
    • Leader by Design Podcast: https://podcast.leaderbydesign.au/ 
    • Follow Brendan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjrogers01/ 
    • Cultural Leadership Podcast: https://podcast.thecultureofleadership.com/ 
    • Gallup Study on One-on-One Meetings: https://news.gallup.com/businessjournal/174197/managers-focus-performance-engagement.aspx
    • The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni: https://a.co/d/5a5Q8UG 

    Podcast Contact Information:

    • Uplevel yourself and your team with our trainings: www.learnit.com    
    • Email us: [email protected]   
    • Follow Damon on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates! 

    49 min
  • 150: Creativity Is The Ultimate Business Advantage (Do This To Get Started) | MaryLou Kayser

    In a world that’s accelerating towards AI & automation, what sets us apart isn’t speed or scale, it’s creativity.  The biggest myth we’re here to dispel is that creativity is only for artists. That’s a lie. 

    In today’s episode, we’re joined by MaryLou Kayser, who has spent the last 30 years as a coach, speaker and thought leader around the power of creativity. 

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode 

    • Why creativity is not just “artists” 
    • How to build up your creativity through daily practices 
    • How to practically step out of your comfort zone 
    • How to use AI ethically and powerfully as a creative partner 
    • The “playing your position” framework that helps you improve your life 

    Timestamps & Topics 

    00:01 – Introduction to MaryLou Kayser 

    00:24 – Debunking the myth “I’m not creative” 

    02:03 – Why creativity is what makes us human 

    05:24 – MaryLou’s “Holy Hour” morning practice 

    07:47 – Building trust in yourself through routine 

    09:09 – The evolution of self-trust over time 

    11:03 – Owning your mistakes as a form of authenticity 

    12:26 – Comfort zones, courage, and small experiments 

    14:56 – 30-day writing exercise to rewire your brain 

    19:06 – AI as fire: dangerous if misused, transformative if harnessed 

    22:55 – Addressing writer fear around AI 

    25:09 – How to compare AI-generated work to your own 

    27:16 – Using AI as a co-writer, not a ghostwriter 

    30:18 – Story: Helping her nephew write with his own voice using AI 

    32:13 – Learning to ask AI better questions 

    33:43 – Is AI a tool or a thought partner? 

    36:18 – What is personal agency and why it’s eroding 

    38:50 – A personal story: what MaryLou gave away 

    41:15 – The meaning behind “Play Your Position” 

    44:23 – 11 years of podcasting: how it shaped her growth 

    47:44 – Defining legacy and what truly matters 

    50:45 – Final thoughts: Believe in yourself, you matter 


    Resources Mentioned 

    • Website: maryloukayser.com 
    • Play Your Position Podcast – Listen Here 
    • MaryLou on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mlkayser/ 
    • ChatGPT by OpenAI – https://chat.openai.com 
    • Claude by Anthropic – https://claude.ai 
    • Gemini by Google – https://deepmind.google/technologies/gemini 

     

    Podcast Contact Information: 

    Website: www.learnit.com    

    Email: [email protected]   

    Follow Damon on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates. 

    51 min
  • 149: Learn to Love Selling: The 4-Part Framework for Sales Success | Mark Cox

    Research shows that high-performing sales teams drive up to 80% of a company’s revenue (Harvard Business Review). Yet most teams are flying blind and relying on outdated sales plans, inconsistent outreach, and a lack of new leads for their business. pipelines. 

    In this episode, we’re joined by author and leading expert in B2B sales coaching, Mark Cox. Whether you're new to sales or a seasoned sales leader, Mark offers invaluable insights and practical tools to help you master the art of selling in today's world.  

    In this episode, you’ll learn: 

    • Why great salespeople are made, not born 
    • The four (plus one) elements of a high-impact sales playbook 
    • Why discovery is the most underrated stage in sales 
    • How to avoid the “cycle of doom” in demand gen 
    • When to reassess your value prop and how to find your competitive edge 
    • Why promoting your top seller might kill your team if you’re not careful 

    Timestamps: 

    00:01 – Intro to Mark Cox 

    00:15 – Are salespeople born or made? (Hint: It’s a skill) 

    01:21 – Reigniting a love for learning through an Executive MBA 

    03:35 – Why senior leaders often stop learning 

    05:29 – What inspired Learn to Love Selling 

    06:58 – Who the book is for 

    07:34 – Why most sales plans gather dust 

    08:55 – The 4 Core Elements of a Sales Playbook 

    12:23 – The “fifth” element: Awareness campaigns 

    13:44 – What makes a value prop terrible (and how to fix it) 

    15:29 – How often should you reassess your value prop? 

    18:09 – What makes In the Funnel different? 

    20:02 – Ask your clients for your differentiation 

    22:48 – Client interviews as a learning tool 

    24:58 – Demand Gen: The “X-Factor” skill in B2B sales 

    27:58 – Ranking modern demand gen tools: phone, email, LinkedIn 

    31:54 – The “hat trick” approach to outreach 

    34:12 – Working conferences like a pro 

    38:26 – Discovery meetings: the most important sales phase 

    43:36 – Why discovery never ends 

    45:44 – Helping sales reps kill zombie deals 

    49:23 – The 3 key stakeholders of a sales leader 

    51:49 – Coaching vs. Telling: What great leaders do differently 

    54:54 – Avoiding the “hero” trap as a new manager 

    58:49 – Should you promote your top rep to sales manager? 

    01:01:59 – What makes a great sales leader 

    01:04:20 – Closing thoughts & where to find Mark 

    Resources Mentioned: 

    • Book: Learn to Love Selling by Mark Cox 
    • Website: In the Funnel 
    • LinkedIn: Connect with Mark Cox 
    • Book: Mindset by Carol Dweck 
    • Book: Social Selling by Tim Hughes 
    • Book: Multipliers by Liz Wiseman 
    • Book: The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. Covey 

     Connect with the Show: 


    1 hr 5 min
  • 148: The Future of Leadership - 3 Steps That Will Define Success in 2025 | John Gallagher

    Most leaders follow the rules. Hitting their targets, meeting expectations, and settling into a rhythm. But uncommon leaders refuse to stay comfortable. Leadership has very little to do with your title or authority. Instead it’s about creating influence, discipline, and the willingness to step outside of your comfort zone if you truly want to be a better leader. 

    In today’s episode, we’re joined by John Gallagher, an executive coach, performance consultant, and trusted advisor to some of the world’s most prestigious organizations. 

    In this episode, you’ll learn: 

    • Why intentional leadership is the key to long-term impact
    • The three-step framework to inspire real change in yourself and others
    • How to raise the average of the people you surround yourself with
    • Why discipline matters more than motivation
    • The 47-minute rule for peak productivity and focus
    • How to balance faith and leadership without preaching

    Timestamps:

    00:01 – Introduction to John Gallagher and his leadership philosophy

    01:01 – The greatest story ever told: How leaders make an impact

    03:13 – What makes leadership uncommon?

    05:07 – The dangers of thinking you have it all figured out

    06:27 – Raising the average: Why your environment dictates your success

    08:14 – Getting out of your comfort zone to level up as a leader

    11:16 – How to hold yourself accountable and maintain discipline

    14:18 – Why some leaders struggle to change—and how to overcome it

    19:51 – The three-step framework for inspiring lasting change

    22:40 – Why most people struggle with consistency

    24:53 – The power of discipline and daily habits

    26:39 – How to improve your sleep for better performance

    30:51 – Practical advice for avoiding distractions and time-wasting

    33:16 – The myth of multitasking and how to reclaim your time

    37:27 – The 47-minute rule: A game-changer for productivity

    40:19 – Why treating every team member the same way is a mistake

    42:01 – The role of AI in leadership (and why soft skills matter more than ever)

    44:20 – How faith influences John’s leadership approach

    48:57 – How to ensure your name gets written on the list


    Resources Mentioned:
    • John Gallagher’s website: CoachJohnGallagher.com
    • The Uncommon Leader Podcast – Listen here
    • Book Recommendation: The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team – Amazon Link
    • John Gallagher on LinkedIn – Follow Here
    • Contact John for Coaching – Schedule a Call

    Podcast Contact Information:

    Website: www.learnit.com   

    Email: [email protected]  

    Follow Damon on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates. 

    55 min
  • 147: Master These 11 Skills That AI Will Never Replace | Learning Agility

    11 Skills AI Will Never Replace: Skill #11 Learning Agility 

    Welcome to The Learn-It-All Podcast’s 11 Skills AI Will Never Replace-- our 11-part special series exploring the essential human skills that AI cannot replicate. With the start of the new year, we’re all facing unprecedented technological disruption and workplace transformation. To help you thrive in this new landscape, we’ve leveraged a study from MuchSkills that analyzed data from 28,000 professionals to identify the capabilities that will make you irreplaceable in an AI-enhanced workplace.     

      

    Each week, we’ll take a deep dive into one critical skill, providing you with actionable strategies, expert insights, and Learnit’s proprietary frameworks to future-proof your career. This series isn't just about adapting to change – it's about mastering the unique human abilities that will define leadership success in the age of AI.    

      

    Learning Agility Makes Your Career Future-Proof 

    Are you and your team ready to thrive in a world where AI accelerates everything but can't replace the most essential human skills?  

      

    In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the ability to continuously adapt, learn, and grow has never been more crucial for success. But how can you cultivate this skill in yourself and your organization? 

      

    In this final episode of the 11 Skills AI Will Never Replace series, host Damon Lembi is joined again by Dr. Mickey Fitch-Collins, Learnit's top-ranked facilitator and leadership expert, to explore learning agility - potentially the most important skill for today's professionals. They share personal experiences, practical strategies, and insights on how individuals and organizations can develop a culture that prioritizes continuous learning. From scheduling dedicated learning time to embracing failure as a growth opportunity, this conversation offers actionable advice for leaders looking to create resilient, adaptable teams ready to navigate constant change. 

    This Episode Covers: 

    • Why cutting learning and development budgets during tough economic times puts organizations at severe risk. 
    • How to identify candidates with learning agility during interviews  
    • Why scheduling dedicated learning time is non-negotiable  
    • The importance of "the power of yet" in developing a growth mindset 

     

    Episode Highlights:  

    00:01 – What Is Learning Agility and Why It Matters – How adapting quickly and continuously learning helps individuals and businesses stay relevant. 

    06:25 – The Personal Payoff of Lifelong Learning – Mickey shares how embracing learning agility shaped her career path. 

    12:18 – The Risks of the “Know-It-All” Mindset – Why fixed thinking and resisting change are career-limiting behaviors. 

    19:45 – Three Action Steps to Build Learning Agility – Sponge up knowledge, adopt a growth mindset, and learn with and from others. 

    28:30 – Creating a Learning Culture at Work – How leaders can build organizations that support curiosity, experimentation, and collaboration. 

    33:50 – Interview Tips to Identify Learn-It-Alls – The best questions leaders can ask to hire growth-minded, coachable people. 

    46:06 – Final Thoughts and a Gift for Listeners – Damon and Mickey offer listeners a chance to take a LearnIt class for free. 

      

    About Damon Lembi:    

    Damon Lembi is a 2x bestselling author, the host of The Learn-It-All Podcast, and CEO of Learnit – a live learning platform that has upskilled over 2 million people. Drawing from his prior baseball career, Damon brings an athlete’s perspective to leadership. Through his journey, he has gained invaluable insights into what helps organizations grow, how great leaders learn, and why learn-it-all companies outpace their competitors every time.     

        

    About Dr. Mickey Fitch-Collins    

    Dr. Mickey Fitch-Collins is a dynamic leadership development expert who serves as a Leadership and Professional Development Facilitator at Learnit. With a PhD in Leadership in Higher Education from Northcentral University focusing on middle manager self-efficacy, her expertise spans performance management, program development, and equity initiatives, while her high-energy approach has proven effective in leading teams across educational institutions and technology companies.    

      

    Resources Referenced: 

    MuchSkills     

    The Learn-It-All Leader: Mindset, Traits, and Tools by Damon Lembi   

    The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph by Ryan Holiday  

    The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference by Malcolm Gladwell  

     

    Podcast Contact Information 

    Website: www.learnit.com 

    Email: [email protected] 

    Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates.

    35 min
  • 146: The Most Influential Leadership Style in 2025 Beyond Technical Skills | Joe Davis

    Being a successful leader for your company in a world full of disruption means building more than your technical skills.  

    Yes, you must deliver results, but to run a successful business, you need people. And people today want leaders who can and will work to see beyond themselves and only the bottom line. 

    In today's episode, we’re joined by Joe Davis. He’s the former Managing Director and Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group, which is one of the pioneers in business strategy, and he’s now a speaker and the author of the book The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain. 

    In this conversation, you will learn: 

    • What it means to be a generous leader 
    • Why being vulnerable with your staff is crucial to growing your team 
    • The difference between command-and-control to people-centered leadership 
    • And everything else that Joe considers crucial for effective leadership based on his many years in leadership 

    Episode Highlights:

    00:07 – Leadership Today: Not Complicated, Just Different – How technology, social media, and blurred work-life boundaries have changed leadership expectations. 

    02:04 – Generous Leadership Defined – Giving of oneself to help others grow and thrive, beyond just being nice. 

    03:22 – From Command-and-Control to People-Centered Leadership – Moving from authority to inspiring and unlocking human potential. 

    07:54 – The Power of Vulnerability in Leadership – How admitting uncertainty strengthens trust and collaboration. 

    12:08 – Transparency vs. Full Transparency – Knowing when full transparency may not be wise. 

    21:23 – The Importance of Listening – A pivotal moment on the value of letting others fully express their thoughts. 

    23:42 – CEO Whisperers: How Top Consultants Win Trust – Gaining trust by understanding what CEOs don’t yet know. 

    36:13 – Small Acts, Big Impact: United Airlines Captain’s Story – Scott Kirby’s personal check-in with Black pilots after George Floyd’s murder. 

    19:44 – Humanizing Leadership – Recognizing employees as people first to create loyalty and engagement. 

    41:58 – The Power of Recognition – How a simple thank-you note transforms workplace culture. 

    Resources Referenced: 

    Joe Davis’ book - https://www.amazon.com/Generous-Leader-Ways-Yourself-Everyones/dp/1523006617 

    Joe Davis’ website - https://www.joedavis.com/ 

    Boston Consulting Group (BCG) - https://www.bcg.com/  

    Arne Sorenson's COVID-19 Message - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgAMdCV9fxc 


    Podcast Contact: 

    Website: www.learnit.com  

    Email: [email protected]  

    Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram for more updates. 

    42 min
  • 145: How Great Leaders Make People Feel Valued | Jean Accius
    According to Gallup's State of the Global Workplace Report… Only 30% of employees feel truly engaged in their work, and the consequences are massive with higher turnover, lower productivity, and a workforce that feels disconnected from purpose.  The reality? Disengagement is a leadership crisis. It’s time to fix it.

    Today we’re joined by Jean Accius, CEO of Creating Healthier Communities and thought leader in workplace well-being and leadership innovation. 

    In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
    • Why psychological safety is critical for workplace success
    • The connection between trust, engagement, and productivity
    • How to align personal purpose with an organization’s mission
    • The role of mentorship across different generations in the workplace
    • How workplaces impact mental and physical well-being
    • The life expectancy gap by zip code and its implications for society
    • Why leaders need to challenge assumptions and embrace diversity of thought

    Timestamps:

    00:01 – Introduction to Jean Accius

    00:08 – The importance of psychological safety in the workplace

    02:37 – The alarming decline in employee engagement and why it matters

    05:19 – Why purpose-driven organizations outperform their competitors

    06:33 – The power of a listening tour and how it transformed CHC

    08:33 – Implementing Shadow Days to build cross-functional collaboration

    10:32 – The impact of The Million Dollar Idea Fund

    12:02 – How Jean overcame a risk-averse culture to drive innovation

    15:25 – Why diversity of thought is essential for leadership teams

    19:37 – Mentorship across generations & the importance of community

    24:37 – How to attract and retain older workers in a changing workforce

    27:13 – The hidden impact of workplace policies on mental health

    30:19 – The business case for corporate well-being initiatives

    33:06 – Life expectancy gaps and how zip codes determine health outcomes

    38:49 – Why interdependence, not independence, is the key to progress

    42:31 – Final thoughts: The importance of challenging assumptions & lifelong learning


    Resources Mentioned:
    • The Speed of Trust by Stephen Covey – https://a.co/d/1rfRJon 
    • The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Franklin Covey – https://a.co/d/70e71A5 
    • Gallup Employee Engagement Study – https://www.gallup.com/workplace/654911/employee-engagement-sinks-year-low.aspx 
    • CHC Impact Website – www.chcimpact.org
    • Break With a Purpose Initiative – https://www.understood.org/en/articles/evidence-based-behavior-strategy-brain-breaks 

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The Learn-It-All™ podcast is built on the conviction that the leaders worth following aren't the ones with all the answers. They're the ones who never stop learning. If you've chosen growth over coasting, and curiosity over the comfort of being the smartest person in the room, you're a learn-it-all. And this podcast is for you.