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If you bring in someone who is super skilled and talented, but the work ethics don't align with your vision as a leader, what would you? Are you going to lead or let the person be, despite creating a toxic environment with others in your team? In today's episode, host John Laurito shares an experience when he allowed someone to create discord within the team and row in the other direction without intentionally meaning doing so. As a leader/coaches/parents, it is your responsibility to call their attention and be able to lead them in the right direction.

Show notes:
[0:50] Book plug! Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader: How the Best Leaders Become Better in a Fast-Changing World on Amazon
[1:44] What today's discussion is all about?
[2:49] Here's an example to help you visualize 
[6:10] What needs to be done?
[10:00] John's call to action 
[12:10] Do you have people who might be working against you without them knowing about it?
[12:47] Outro

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"If the odds are against you, that's not a bad thing. That's a great thing." - John L.

In today's episode, host John Laurito shares a reminder about confidence levels. As a leader, put your people where they can take on challenges. These challenges open opportunities for them to grow and learn. This advice isn't only directed to leaders but also to parents who lead their kids. Leaning towards challenges allows people to step outside their comfort, which we all know leads to increased confidence and self-belief. Take the little steps and don't be afraid of failing because success is just on the horizon. It's how soon you take that step that matters.

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Show notes:
[0:50] EXCITING NEWS!
[2:33] Quick backstory
[7:00] Parents sometimes make dumb decisions
[10:16] Take advantage of opportunities
[11:30] Challenges improve your confidence
[14:46] Outro

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Here's another great interview with someone that host John Laurito is super impressed with. Paul Haines has spent some time working in finance and has worked with different organizations. He moved further up the ladder and is now the Regional Vice President at  Midwest, Lincoln Investment. John and Paul talk about the traits of a leader, the importance of intentional leadership, and so much more!

Connect with Paul Haines at https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmhaines/

Show notes:
[1:38] The most important traits of leaders
[5:30] How to be a leader?
[7:41] Developing high-level of ownership in the team
[12:25] Leading through massive changes
[14:58] How to get into a leadership role?
[19:40] How leadership impacts someone outside of the work setting?
[24:14] On feeling stuck and the golden ticket analogy
[30:50] Key takeaway
[34:23] Where to find Paul and connect with him?
[34:56] Outro

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Today host John Laurito talks about a topic that is near and dear to him. If we're honest, all of us have felt this and it’s the feeling of overwhelm. People feel overwhelmed because their minds are cluttered with tasks and things that they think they need done ASAP but couldn't. So, John shares what he does the moment he starts feeling overwhelmed.

Show notes:
[1:42] What happens when you feel overwhelmed
[4:05] Do a mind dump and let go of the clutter in your mind
[7:01] Write down urgent things
[9:12] Progress over the completion
[11:46] Outro

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After multiple discussions with leaders, host John Laurito has noticed that many struggle with over-leading and underleading. However, between the two, it's underleading that produces far more consequences than the former. John also shares that micromanaging, being lazy, and over-assessing people's abilities are some of the reasons why leaders tend to underlead. So, in any event, it's best to overlead your team than to underlead; tune in to find out why.

Show notes:
[0:00] Intro
[1:15] Quick backstory at how John failed with a newly assigned task
[6:13] What happens when you underlead
[8:13] As a leader, provide the right direction
[9:25] Why do people underlead?
[11:44] How to assess someone's readiness for a specific task
[14:54] The consequence of underleading
[15:44] Outro

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What is the goal or objective of life? The #1 thing that most people are after?

For host John Laurito, the answer is simple: happiness. He firmly believes that all of us may create different paths, but towards one goal: to be in a place or space where we are happy. Ultimately, it's not how much money you have in the bank or how many properties you own. It's creating and designing a fulfilling life and doing things that will make your heart sing.

Show notes:
[2:11] How do you get happy?
[3:50] Living a life down paths that are making them unhappy
[5:50] Deal with change
[8:04] Take the risk and make the right decision
[10:48] We are responsible for our happiness
[12:16] Here's a great exercise
[14:09] Final thoughts
[17:05] Outro

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What is it that's preventing you from becoming your ideal self? What do you need to do to become the person you want to be? In today's episode, host John Laurito proudly shares his speech at a TEDx event at Babson College. He shares, vividly, his first-ever public speaking stint that didn't turn out so well. And with that, he talks about bridging the gap between your real self and your ideal self. What do you need to do, and what does it really take for you to reach your goals?

Show notes:
[0:38] John recalls how he felt a few seconds before he gave his speech in front of a crowd
[3:00] John and the whiteboard
[4:25] Ideal vs. real self
[6:50] Focusing on things that you can control and influence
[8:37] Find the 3% that would make the 97% happen
[10:56] John's realization
[13:56] What happens when you gain control and influence a different outcome?
[14:56] The power of your influence
[16:46] Outro

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A good friend of host John Laurito joins him on the podcast and talks about leadership, of course! Jason Bourgo is the Regional Vice President, Southeast at Lincoln Investment. In this episode, they discuss the importance of perseverance, creating strong connections and relationships, stepping outside comfort zones, what leadership would look like beyond the pandemic, and so much more. If you are looking into getting a promotion, thinking of switching roles, or simply want to lead your life better, this will be an excellent episode for you to tune in to.

Reach out to Jason here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-bourgo-cfp%C2%AE-4341a09/

Show notes:
[1:47] The moment when Jason wanted to get into leadership
[5:05] The more you put yourself out there, the more you learn
[6:17] Advice for those who want to move up to a leadership role
[7:49] When leaders go through a massive change
[12:36] Is it good to stay in a role for a long time?
[16:58] The common mistake leaders make today
[19:21] On connections and relationships during the pandemic
[21:31] Leading your personal life
[26:22] What does tomorrow's leader look like post-pandemic? 
[28:47] Where to find Jason?  
[30:03] Outro

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In business and life, can one really become the best of both worlds? In today's episode, host John Laurito chats with Karl Bobo, the Regional Vice President of the West with Lincoln Investment. Karl is a multidimensional person who lives a balanced business and personal life. Apart from sharing great leadership wisdom, he also talks about what it takes to have a successful marriage while running a successful business.

As a Waddell & Reed leadership team member, Karl is dedicated to developing field leaders and helping financial advisors leverage their strengths and experiences to build successful practices. He approaches every day eager to serve as a mentor to both new and seasoned financial advisors. He is prepared to provide the knowledge and resources to take their practice to the next level; and committed to building an office that demonstrates the collective passion we share for our clients and our community.

To learn more about Karl and his work, or if you want to reach out to him, send him a message on his LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-bobo-60267b36/

Show notes:
[2:20] The most gratifying part of being a leader
[5:42] Fun fact: photographic memory
[6:56] On expanding your level of influence
[9:43] Who influenced Karl the most?
[12:40] How to keep a marriage successful
[16:19] Forgetting the past philosophy
[19:50] The pandemic's effect
[24:03] Being a leader as a father
[27:22] Children are the non-permanent part of the relationship
[29:30] How to feel unstuck
[32:09] Outro

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Here's another short yet insightful episode from host John Laurito as he shares a clever business idea that he wants his listeners to try or give a thought. He experienced going into a coffee and pastry shop that offers a pay-it-forward program. Something that started as an experiment soon became a thriving concept. Make sure you stay tuned.

Show notes:
[1:07] Live workshop presentation and the Italian Station Pastry Cafe
[6:09] Paying it forward made their customers feel good and, as a bonus, allowed the business to make more money
[7:34] An interesting social experiment
[9:59] Outro

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