Some say it was the most important election of our time. But don’t they say that EVERY election? What is MORe important is how we respond. How we show up. How we adapt to what is, and how we LEAD. Regardless of how you voted (if you voted) or where you stand on the candidates and issues, how We The People move forward individually–and together–will be what dictates how the next chapter of our lives unfolds. In this episode of The True Driven™ Podcast, we explore: - The importance of sovereignty and self-leadership - How identity politics is killing us a society…and what ot DO about it - How we can ACTUALLY unite and thrive together, regardless of our views and beliefs - What we need to do in order to make the next 4 years and beyond excellent - And more… Be sure to subscribe to “The True Driven™ Podcast” on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-driven-podcast/id1607131569 And on Spotify:https://jtdebolt.libsyn.com/spotify Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #highperformanceleadership #Leadershipdevelopment #personaldevelopment #entrepreneurship#election2024

You are holding yourself back from attaining your highest performance without even knowing it. There’s an old saying: “The separation is in the preparation.” It applies to how a professional (in any career or industry) sets themself up for success. And when we are talking about preparation, it is just as possible to OVERDO it as it is to underdo it. If you watch high-performers in any industry, you can see it in spades. The subtle differences often separate the winners from everyone else. When you focus on these, and put concerted effort into executing them daily, you will see steady–and exponential–growth that will quickly give you a distinct advantage over your competition. In this episode of The True Driven™ Podcast, we explore: - The (very) different standards that separate the Pros from everyone else - How your level of commitment dictates how you show up (and what to do to improve it) - A critical shift you must make NOW in your Leadership - The difference between amateurs and pros when it comes to feelings and emotions -  What the title of “professional” or the label of “amateur” really means - And more… Be sure to subscribe to “The True Driven™ Podcast” on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-driven-podcast/id1607131569 And on Spotify:https://jtdebolt.libsyn.com/spotify Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #highperformanceleadership #Leadershipdevelopment #personaldevelopment #entrepreneurship

Let’s face it: Odds are pretty good that you are not where you want to be in your business or life right now. You are driven, you are on the path, and you know what you want from life…but you haven’t quite hit that target yet. You can call it “life”, you can blame it on your hectic schedule, you can claim it is a lack of this or that…but it comes down to one thing: a lack of full commitment to YOURSELF. This is not another fluffy motivational message, this is a wake up call in the form of a swift kick to the ass. And it might be just the thing you need RIGHT now to take that next critical step in your journey to personal excellence. In this episode of The True Driven™ Podcast, we bluntly discuss: - What you need to do in order to achieve anything you want - How to get out of your own way - How to think bigger and bolder…and clearer about success - What to focus on for better daily execution - And more… Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #highperformanceleadership #Leadershipdevelopment #personaldevelopment #entrepreneurship

As a Leader, you have experienced our own dose of failures, disappointments and setbacks along your journey. And as the old saying goes: “A setback is a setup for a comeback.” But even the smallest failures can sting. It can cause even the most hardened professional to wonder “Is it even worth it anymore?” and question their own sanity. As an entrepreneur, you’ve likely heard the age-old statistic that 95% of businesses fail in their first 5 years. But the REAL question is, if that is even true, does it have to be true for YOU? Here is a healthy dose of reality: Not only is failure a part of the Leadership (and entrepreneurship) journey, it is both necessary AND essential for growth and optimal performance. 

In this episode of The True Driven™ Podcast, we dissect: - What failure is and why it happens - How setbacks serve as an instructional tool for success - How entrepreneurs can leverage failure for better results in business - How to anticipate–and avoid–failure before it happens - How to help your teams and organizations overcome obstacles - A simple 3-step process for capitalizing off failure to create huge success - And more… Be sure to subscribe to “The True Driven™ Podcast” on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-driven-podcast/id1595991380 And on Spotify:https://jtdebolt.libsyn.com/spotify Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #highperformanceleadership #Leadershipdevelopment #personaldevelopment #entrepreneurship #overcomingfailure

One of the most recognizable–and ineffective–frameworks used in entrepreneurship, leadership, and even sports is traditional goal-setting, sometimes referred to as S.M.A.R.T. goals.

The ironic part of the name is that this framework is anything BUT “smart”. In fact, several studies have been done that indicate setting “smart” goals has an almost 92% failure rate! The great news is, there is a much better way for high-performing entrepreneurs and Leaders to get excellence results WITHOUT the frustration of traditional goal-setting. In this episode of The True Driven™ Podcast, we uncover: - What goal setting is and how it works - The huge difference between a goal and a mission - How entrepreneurs get traction and build momentum through defining their Mission - The entrepreneurial journey IS Leadership and how to endure obstacles - Non-negotiable skills for every Leader and entrepreneur - And more… Be sure to subscribe to “The True Driven™ Podcast” on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-driven-podcast/id1595991380 And on Spotify:https://jtdebolt.libsyn.com/spotify Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #Servantleadership #Leadershipdevelopment #personaldevelopment #goalsetting

Leadership is HARD. It can be frustrating, daunting, and unforgiving…and at times, it can be the loneliest experience in the world. One of the foundational requirements of Leadership is communication, and both the skill and WILLINGNESS to share your message far in wide, all with the knowledge that it will only truly impact a narrow band of those who hear it. And it is perhaps because of this reality those so few rise up and accept the challenges of Leadership in the first place. But this is all part of the grand plan, and something you can embrace with just a few insights…and a lesson from “The Loneliest Whale In The World”, 52 Hertz. Curious? In this episode of The True Driven™ Podcast, we dive into: - The reason NOW is the most critical time ever for you to share your message - How to tune your message to fit your own authentic Vision - The hidden cause of burnout that might be bleeding your drive and desire to win - What will happen when you direct your message at the “right “ (and wrong) people - How to elevate you Leadership through courageously standing up for what you believe in - And more… Be sure to subscribe to “The True Driven™ Podcast” on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-driven-podcast/id1595991380 And on Spotify:https://jtdebolt.libsyn.com/spotify Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #Servantleadership #Leadershipdevelopment #personaldevelopment

If you want to dominate your competition…if you want to break through any barriers to your income, influence and success…if you want to lead with more confidence and inspire others to follow your vision…you have to get GREAT at one crucial skill: Critical thinking. Critical thinking is the discipline of collecting, evaluating, and contrasting as much information as possible to create an informed picture of the situation. Critical thinking is jet fuel for problem solving, but so few people strive to do it because it takes WORK. And it is imperative for True Driven@ Leaders. In this episode of The True Driven™ Podcast, we uncover: - The power of emotional stability through logic and trained thought - How to balance emotions and logic to assess any situation quickly and accurately - How questions drive understanding - What specific questions to consider in seemingly “impossible” situations - How to be a superior problem solver when everyone else wants to give up - How to avoid unnecessary (and unwinnable) arguments with close-minded people - When to fight for your truth…and when to walk away - How to know if you have all the facts before making a decision - And more… Be sure to subscribe to “The True Driven™ Podcast” on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-driven-podcast/id1595991380 And on Spotify:https://jtdebolt.libsyn.com/spotify Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #Servantleadership #Leadershipdevelopment

It’s one thing to hit a high level of performance and achieve extraordinary results, it’s another thing to maintain that level. One-off success is nice, but consistent and even predictable success is what sets the very best apart from the mediocre masses.. If you are striving for your absolute personal best, and especially if you are driven to be THE best in your field of endeavor, you are a very rare breed. In a society that seems to celebrate and elevate mediocrity, it can be frustrating to push against the narrative. HOWEVER…True Drivens™ see this as an opportunity to stay true to themselves and capitalize on the void of leadership and excellence that seems to be getting bigger by the day. And I’ll share a simple yet powerful principle I learned and leverage every day as a Naval Aviator to help you hit your highest levels of performance consistently. In this episode of the True Driven™ Podcast, we tackle the challenge of consistent excellence and discuss: - The importance of pursuing your best (now more than ever) - How setting and maintaining high standards is a force multiplier for team/organizational excellence - The fallacy of perfectionism and how to grow from failure - How paying keeping a tally of wins and losses can pay huge dividends and bring results faster - The power of small, incremental improvement, and how it leads to rapid success - And more… Be sure to subscribe to “The True Driven™ Podcast” on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-driven-podcast/id1595991380 And on Spotify:https://jtdebolt.libsyn.com/spotify Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #Servantleadership #Leadershipdevelopment

One of the biggest growing–and dangerous–misconceptions in society is around the meaning of the word “leadership”. The term has gotten so bastardized, overused, misconstrued and attached inappropriately to so many egregious examples of the exact OPPOSITE of leadership, it’s no wonder people have begun to lose faith in the concept of it altogether. Just because someone is in a position of leadership does not define them as a Leader. It is incumbent upon all of us, the True Driven™ Leaders of the world, to hold people in leadership positions to high standards, and more importantly, demonstrate in our daily lives what it means to truly lead. In this episode of the True Driven™, we examine: - The difference between authority and influence - How experience and “tenure” don’t define leadership - The reasons it is critical for us to hold people in leadership positions accountable and to high standards - How competence and skill doesn’t mean the person can lead - The myth of confidence, and what type of confidence you need to be a better leader - The dangerous combination of high confidence and low competence and how to identify it - The importance of courage in leadership - Why compassion matters more in leadership than experience - And more… Be sure to subscribe to “The True Driven™ Podcast” on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-driven-podcast/id1595991380 And on Spotify:https://jtdebolt.libsyn.com/spotify Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #Servantleadership #Leadershipdevelopment

There are countless strategies for success, but few leave out a critical factor in every significant endeavor of excellence: RISK. The ability to take calculated and uncomfortable risks is not only a high-performance skill, but one that separates the exceptional few from the mediocre masses.

But few are willing to face the brutal reality: risk sometimes ends in losing, but winning ALWAYS comes from risk. Few people are willing to take the risks necessary to advance their careers, their businesses, and their lives, but why? What causes otherwise smart, capable, people from backing down from their full potential? How come more people are winning the game of life? In this episode, we’ll search for answers and explore: - The real reason(s) some people aren’t cut out for success - The difference between excellent business leaders and curious wantrepreneurs - The difference between a calculated risk and a reckless gamble - The most important bet you can place on your own success - The (huge) difference between losing and being a “loser” - How taking risks can be one of the highest expressions of yourself - How winning doesn’t necessarily translate to success - When losing is more valuable (and profitable) than winning - And more… Results don’t come to the cowardly who resign to fear; results race thunderously toward the bold and courageous who dare to endeavor into the skies of uncertainty. It comes down to taking the risk, accepting the possibility (and if need be, reality) of failure, and having the grace to accept yourself and respect yourself for even having the courage to strive. And in the end, you’re either playing to win, or playing not to lose. Make sure you are playing to WIN. Be sure to subscribe to “The True Driven™ Podcast” on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-driven-podcast/id1595991380 And on Spotify:https://jtdebolt.libsyn.com/spotify Also check out: Website: www.JTDeBolt.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jtdebolt Facebook: www.facebook.com/FlyWithJT #TrueDriven #Leadership #Servantleadership #Leadershipdevelopment #Mentaltoughness #Personalexcellence