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The Lonely Leader
By James RuleBusiness
The Lonely Leader episodes
- How Google Assess Their Leaders
EPISODE TWENTY SEVEN
How Google Assess Their Leaders
SUMMARY
Google is renowned for sourcing employee feedback to drive innovation and growth. In this episode James Rule explores thirteen questions they pose to staff to assess the performance of management.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
I would recommend my manager to others - The ultimate acid test of our leadership. Would your staff recommend you to others?
The model of managing performance through an annual appraisal is antiquated and no longer fit for purpose.
Leaders must reman cognisant of the need to develop their people.
Information needs to flow and not be hoarded.
How would your direct reports answer these questions based on how you are currently leading them?
What do you need to change in your leadership style to ensure that should these questions get asked you receive answers you are proud to hear.
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
Episode 11 - Leadership Essentials: Delegation
Episode 21 - Value Your People
Episode 25 - Leadership pitfalls to Avoid
CONNECT & CONTACT
Website www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
Email: [email protected]
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20 min - Ten Ways to Tackle Worry
EPISODE TWENTY SIX
Ten Ways to Tackle Worry
SUMMARY
Worry can be a persistent companion, whispering doubts and fears in our minds. This will compromise our performance and left unaddressed can impact our mental health.
It does not need to be that way. In this episode I share ten tried and tested strategies that will help you reduce worry and reclaim your piece of mind.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Physical Exercise
- Establish a routine
- Limit information overload
- Use a journal
- Focus on what you can control
- Challenge negative thoughts
- Practice self care
- Create a positive environment
- Connect with a friend
- Practice mindfulness and meditation
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19 min - Leadership Pitfalls to Avoid
EPISODE TWENTY FIVE
Leadership Pitfalls to Avoid
SUMMARY
James Rule shares the Leadership Pitfalls that are the most common causes for leaders compromising their leadership impact.
By addressing these pitfalls leaders will massively enhance their performance and as a consequence that of their team.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
1 Failure to delegate
2 Micro Management
3 Not listening
4 Not encouraging contrary opinions
5 Taking the credit
6 Not absorbing the blame
7 Slow to praise and express gratitude
8 Playing favourites
9 Disconnect between words and action
10 Lack of composure
11 Ineffective performance appraisal
12 Failure to develop people
13 Failure to take care of physical and mental health
14 Lack of clarity
15 Neglecting your personal growth and development
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
What Do You Have To Break Through To Create Your Breakthrough?
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21 min - What Do You Have To Break Through To Create Your Breakthrough?
EPISODE TWENTY FOUR
What Do You Have To Break Through To Create Your Breakthrough?
SUMMARY
The same barriers are articulated repeatedly by the clients of The Lonely Leader when they explain what is preventing them from making a critical breakthrough in the pursuit of their professional and personal goals.
In this episode James Rule highlights the ten most common barriers. Awareness is the first step to ensuring you do not get trapped in fear, overwhelm and procrastination.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Lack of clarity
- No plan
- Lack of energy
- Lack of support
- Fear of failure
- Fear of judgement
- Lack of confidence
- Procrastination
- Ignoring gut instinct
- Lack of belief
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
Leadership Pitfalls to Avoid
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 min - Lessons Learned from Burnout
EPISODE TWENTY THREE
Lessons Learned from Burnout
SUMMARY SECTION
Collapsing with Pneumonia was a physical manifestation of burnout. The recovery process provided James with time to reflect on what brought him to that point and what needed to change as a consequence.
In this episode James Rule explores the lessons learned from this experience, that he continues to draw upon in his work as a coach, trainer and mentor.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Work ethic is essential but work ethic without a focus on mental and physical recovery is dangerous.
We need to establish a proactive as opposed to reactive morning routine. One that energises us and empowers our mindset.
There is a need for a renewed focus on sleep quality and creating an evening routine to optimise sleep.
Delegation - Failing to delegate is an accelerator to burnout.
Structure your calendar and To Do List. All tasks and meetings are not created equal.
Practice visualisation. It is widely embraced in sport and the military but under utilised in industry.
Learning - Prioritise continuous learning.
Take a holistic view to high performance. Focussing solely on your professional role will not truly optimise performance.
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
What Do You Have To Break Through To Create Your Breakthrough?
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29 min - Creating Psychological Safety in a Team
EPISODE TWENTY TWO
Creating Psychological Safety in a Team
SUMMARY
James Rule defines Psychological Safety as a shared belief held by members of a team that they will not be punished, ridiculed or embarrassed for speaking up and sharing their opinion.
When a leader is able to facilitate Psychological Safety it provides an X factor for creating and sustaining high performance in their team.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
What is Psychological Safety?
What are the warning signs every leader should know that confirm it does not exist in their team?
Why is it so important to facilitate? What are the benefits for the leader and the organisation?
What simple steps can any leader implement to ensure they are creating and maintaining in their team?
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
Lessons Learned from Burnout
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
22 min - Value Your People
EPISODE TWENTY ONE
Value Your People
SUMMARY SECTION
Leaders must make their people feel valued. Doing this effectively creates high performing teams with enhanced levels of fulfilment. In this episode James Rule shares ten tips that every leader can adopt to ensure their team feel valued.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Pay
Interest in staff as people not just employees
Active listening
Speak their language
Family first
Candid and consistent performance appraisal
Delegate and resist micro management
Personal touch of handwritten note or gift
Three parts to praise
Birthdays off
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
Creating Psychological Safety in a Team
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25 min - Tackling Imposter Syndrome
EPISODE TWENTY
Tackling Imposter Syndrome
SUMMARY SECTION
Practically every client of The Lonely Leader has wrestled with Imposter Syndrome at some point on their leadership journey. In this episode James Rule provides tried and tested tips to help you combat the syndrome.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Experience is irrelevant. Imposter Syndrome can impact even the most seasoned of leaders.
Accept your mistakes. Making mistakes does not mean you are an imposter.
Accept you are a work in progress. We never stop learning.
Rely on self validation as opposed to external validation.
Always celebrate your wins.
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
Value Your People
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13 min - Leadership Essentials: Courage
EPISODE NINETEEN
Leadership Essentials: Courage
SUMMARY
James Rule has compiled a list of Leadership Essentials. They are drawn from his experiences and insights as a chief executive, coach, mentor and from decades of research.
These essentials should form an integral part of every leadership style. The series continues with a focus on courage and the impact it can have on creating high performing individuals and organisations.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Leadership requires courage:
To make a decision
To give inexperienced talent a chance
To delegate
To admit you have a skills gap
To show vulnerability
To be disliked
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
LEADERSHIP ESSENTIALS EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
Leadership Essentials: Authenticity
Leadership Essentials: Delegation
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12 min - Reclaim Control Over Digital Distraction
EPISODE EIGHTEEN
Reclaim Control Over Digital Distraction
SUMMARY
“I struggle to be present” and “I do not have time” are the two frustrations most frequently expressed by clients to James during his coaching and mentoring. He believes that digital distraction is a major cause. In this episode he discusses a range of steps to help you reclaim control over your digital distraction.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Do not use mobile phone as an alarm.
- Schedule a window for reading and responding to Email.
- Use Out of Office.
- Not all messages are created equal.
- Resist Copy All Culture.
- The old ways are often the best ways.
- Turn off notifications.
- Track and reflect.
ABOUT THE HOST
James Rule is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
Tackling Imposter Syndrome
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
Instagram
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 min
About The Lonely Leader
From the publisher's feed
The Lonely Leader helps existing and aspiring leaders become the best version of themselves.
We believe that leadership on the outside begins within.
By sharing decades of…
leadership experience, insights and best practice we can help you sharpen your skills.
Our unique and authentic style, drawing upon learnings from success and failure, will ensure you are better prepared to optimise your performance and meet the challenges of the modern day leader.
We regularly discuss creating and sustaining high performance, enhancing resilience, empowering our mindset and finding professional and personal fulfilment.
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