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“We really need to just take a step back and focus on what’s really important.” Vaughan Scott

This is another knowledge-filled episode with the co-founder of Axiom Financial Strategies Group and he talks so much about building a winning team by tapping on the team’s talents. He also shares a ton of good stories and examples that will allow you to ponder on how you can customize it to your respective teams. So stay tuned for another great episode.

Ways to contact Vaughan:

Email: [email protected]

Mobile: (502) 500 2242

What we covered today:

[0:37] Introduction

[3:08] How Vaughan Scott became who he is today?

[5:18] Did Vaughan know he had the qualities of a good leader and how he figured that out?

[9:07] On taping on the talent’s of your team

[11:20] What leaders need to think during this pandemic?

[15:10] “The absence of good, honest information… gets filled with bad information.”

[16:50] Action learning process  

[20:50] Leaders and asking

[26:22] Driving a car and leadership analogy

[33:38] The idea of co-existence in leadership

[36:35] Leader takeaway: awareness

[41:20] The Core Four

[48:33] Final thoughts

[51:30] How to reach Vaughan 

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In this episode, I share a great exercise which a lot of successful people actually do. Now remember, if you do this mental exercise without exerting effort to prepare or do the work, this is not going to yield the same results as those who are backing their mentality with hard work. So stay tuned. 

What I talked about today:

[0:37] Introduction

[1:11] Jack Nicklaus’ bold statement

[5:50] The invincible mentality

[6:30] Fill in the blank (do this at home, too)

[7:25] Whatever you say to yourself, ultimately becomes reality

[9:24] Key takeaway 

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Your ability to train people to become the best versions of themselves is an important leadership trait. Train them to be really good at what they do that they will eventually outgrow their current roles.  In that same thought, as a leader, you need to prepare your organization for such movement and changes. In addition, as leaders, never put your people in situations where it’s set up for failure. Stay tuned for more of my thoughts on this subject.

Key takeaways:

[0:37] Introduction

[1:00] Quick back story for context

[4:15] The message to team members when the leader is doing work “part-time”

[7:01] There are leaders who won’t promote people because of the fear that the person leaves a void

[7:53] Why are we talking about this?

[8:43] Prepare your organization for the void when you promote people

[9:16] There’s nothing better than promoting people in your organization

[10:20] The problem with “one foot in, one foot out”

[11:16] The reason people don’t want to fully commit

[12:01] Final thoughts 

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Today’s episode is another special one as I interview someone I’ve known for 13 years in the financial advising world. She has built a very successful practice that focuses on helping clients reach their financial goal. She is none other than, Carolyn Nolan. We covered really good stuff today, particularly about culture and I’m sure you’ll be blown away by her awareness and intention to create a positive culture. So stay tuned

Where to find Carolyn:

Email:[email protected]

Things we talked about today:

[0:37] Podcast episode introduction

[2:08] Guest introduction

[3:05] Who is Carolyn and what lead her to “here”

[5:50] On enjoying the journey and the importance of it

[7:42] “I’m aware enough to know that if I only talk about negative things… I’m only going to be in a negative headspace.”

[8:23] Is Carolyn consciously trying to help others?

[12:57] Leading involves honesty

[13:45] People who are self-aware are the most attractive to be around in business and even in life

[15:33] Carolyn’s success story 

[21:25] On unique ability and discovering it

[26:18] On positive culture and why it is important for Carolyn

[29:16] What to do when the culture goes out of track?

[33:35] Carolyn’s vision

[35:45] Are processes important for Carolyn?

[39:26] Ego doesn’t have a place in Carolyn’s business

[41:20] Communication and open permission are important

[47:30] Final advice from Carolyn

[48:14] Where to find Carolyn

For Carolyn's book: Leaders Deserve Better... 

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In an organization, the leader has the most important job at figuring out if the pace that your team is on fosters success or otherwise. Leaders need to ask the right questions, get feedback from A-players, and communicate to not only reach goals, but also to make the organization a place for people to stay.  

Key takeaways:

[0:37] Introduction

[1:00] Hawaii excursion experience

[7:13] How this experience relates to leadership in an organization

[9:02] Message to leaders to adjust the pace

[10:30] Ready-aim-hire approach

[15:08] Join a Maui trip!  

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Have you ever noticed that many things are much easier when you're working with a partner? Why is that?

In this quick episode, I will tell you all about it! 

[0:45] A little bit about my move

[1:45] What today's episode is all about 

[2:30] What are important things that we struggle to do?

[3:26] Why partnering with someone is so powerful  

[4:50] Partnership increases accountability

[5:45] Competition is a good thing

[6:20] Your learning curve is steeper when you're working with a partner

[8:00] You have more energy to feed off of

[08:20] "Drift Tendency" 

[10:35] Follow what successful people do

[11:05] Arnold Schwarzenegger's advice! 

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Today’s guest was once a financial advisor who I met a few years ago. He made a huge leap of faith when he launched his own business that focuses on teaching the habits and disciplines that drive early productivity and high retention. 

We cover a lot of great stuff in this episode, from adapting the “new normal” to the importance of having the attitude of gratitude, so make sure you stay tuned.

Key takeaways:

[0:41] Introduction of podcast and guest

[2:20] Dave’s experience in taking a leap to start his business

[4:30] Did Dave have a clear vision of his business?

[6:36] The feeling Dave gets before he steps on the stage for a speech

[9:35] Things that successful people do

[13:05] Is learning and coachability still important when you’re already “great”?

[15:30] The importance of adapting

[20:00] Think differently, think creatively, pivot

[20:37] Importance of gratitude

[26:08] Quarterly rejoicing, reflecting and reblending

[28:30] On sticking to future plans and making it work

[32:25] As a leader, how to be versatile?

[35:48] Common mistakes in leadership

[39:00] What’s keeping Dave busy?

[41:26] Final advice from Dave

[43:21] Where to find Dave Resseguie 

Where to find Dave Resseguie:

Website: theresseguiegroup.com

LinkedIn: click here

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheResseguieGroup/

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In this episode, we continue with another 10 things that people do, knowingly or unknowingly, that erodes trust. These are things that I’ve personally witnessed or experienced from people who lead an organization. I’m bringing this to the fore so we can do some introspection and check if we’re doing it ourselves. 

Key takeaways:

[0:37] Introduction

[1:39] 10 more things that people do that might erode trust in your relationships or organizations

[2:29] Punishing members in public

[3:47] Lack of clear vision of the organization

[6:37] Too much self-promotion

[7:59] People think they are doing more than they actually are

[11:38] Leaders don’t know ANYTHING about their people

[12:58] Low success record

[14:47] Asking members things that the leader doesn’t want to do

[16:15] Nonverbal behaviors

[18:43] Repeating a question you already asked

[19:44] Leaders having 2 versions of themselves

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#38 -  20 Things You May Not Realize You're Doing That Erode Trust (Part 1)

What is the basic component or essential ingredient that will help you become successful as a leader? If you answered trust, then you are right. Today’s episode is one of two parts where I dive into the things that people do to erode trust whether unknowingly or knowingly.

Key takeaways:

[0:37] Introduction

[2:13] What happens if there’s no trust

[3:50] An organization without trust — what it looks like?

[4:42] Blue Angels; trust is essential

[7:35] Telling lies

[8:35] Variation of a lie: exaggeration

[10:05] Over promise, under deliver

[13:13] Leaders who don’t listen

[16:05] Habitual tardiness

[18:40] Leaders who often reschedule one-on-one sessions

[20:20] Leaders who don’t attend these sessions

[21:54] Lack of communication

[25:00] Leaders considering themselves more important than everyone else

[26:05] Two-faced individuals

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It might seem like today’s podcast is a bit different because we won’t necessarily be talking about leadership in the corporate industry. We are joined by Dr. Lori Fishman. She’s a child and adolescent psychologist and she’s here to help us parents become great leaders for our kids during the pandemic. 

Key takeaways:

• Introduction [0:13]
• Introducing our guest [1:20]
• Advice to parents on their kid’s self-esteem/self-confidence [2:55]
• Why parents gravitate to picking out the negatives [4:00]
• Different ways of working with kids’ self-esteem [5:20]
• On kids being a bit rebellious [7:23]
• Pro tip: don’t nag [8:53]
• Handling kids when they go the “wrong way”  [10:03]
• What’re the biggest complaints of parents [12:45]
• Is there a guideline for leading kids? [13:25]
• Allow your child to fall a little bit; it will teach them invaluable lessons [17:12]
• This generation of kids have so much anxiety [19:45] 
• How to know you’re helping your child [21:42]
• John participate in a quick role-play [23:10]
• Let your child talk their feelings; don’t just simply brush them off [26:32]
• One mouth and two ears: use them in that proportion [29:25]]
• What can parents do to help their kids during this pandemic [33:34]
• On staying on top of the pandemic [38:09]
• It’s okay to take a step back; get some break [41:41]
• “Being too bored causes anxiety…” [42:40]
• On being “be present” [43:15]
• Final thoughts: take a step back and be less emotional; stop unconsciously blaming your kids; don’t be too hard on yourself when you commit these mistake with your kids [45:40]
• Where to find Dr. Lori [49:17]

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