Follow My Lead: Developing The Leaders Of Tomorrow With John Eades

“Never allow your position to dictate an unhealthy obsession with power.” In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, John Eades covers leadership's greatest temptation. 

"You are being prepared for something much greater ahead of you so your current job matters." In this week's episode, John Eades covers a powerful story about work and purpose from a recent trip to Mexico.  In the show he covers: - Martin Luther King Jr. Street Sweeper Quote - Why we forget our purpose - What you can do to remember it Learn more at learnloft.com

"The path to effective leadership is paved with humility, not pride." In season 29, episode 9, John Eades covers the reason humility is such an essential leadership characteristic.  In the show you will learn: - A great short story about the humility of George Washington - A fantastic quote from TD Jakes about staying a student - Why the truth and accountability are essential for humility

"Elevate the standard, improve your results." In season 29, episode 9, John Eades covers the Route to Results and why it's important to elevate the standards in your life and leadership.  You can sign up for the Accountability in Action Workshop here.

"Every leader is measured on how well they make decisions." In season 29, episode 8, Matt Confer, the VP of Strategy at Abilitie.  He also hosts the Learn to Lead Podcast and gave an incredible Ted X talk called "Before You Decide."  In the show, we cover: - How to handle the fear around decision making - What steps you can take before a big decision  - How the best leaders think about decision making. You can follow Matt on LinkedIn here.

"Most people go to their grave with the music still inside of them." - Wendell Holmes In today's episode, you get the opportunity to hear about the Excellence Loop from one of John's keynote's earlier this year.  In the show you: - Hear John sing Karaoke - Why it's essential you sing your song - Why Excellence is in reach for you - How to inspire others To have John speak to your team or organization just reach out here. 

"Never stop learning, but it's time to trust your training." No one is immune to getting stuck in a state of "Productive Procrastination." The place where we just keep learning and consuming but never applying.  Today's episode is all about trusting your training and taking hard work into action.  Join the Coaching for Excellence Workshop at learnloft.com

"Great leaders make time and prioritize what's important." In season 29, episode 5, John Eades covers the 7 most popular excuses leaders use and how to reject them. In the show, he covers: - A funny story about excuses - Research around how many excuses we make daily - Popular excuses leaders use Have John speak at your next event johneades.com or sign up for the next Coaching for Excellence Workshop at LearnLoft.com

In season 29, episode 4, Rodney Showmar joins the show.  He is the CEO of Arkansas Federal Credit Union.  A thriving organization with over 300 employees and 92,000 members.  He is a phenomenal leader who embraces a growth mindset and encourages you to as well.  You can follow or connect with Rodney on Linkedin. In the show, we cover: - Data versus judgment based decision making - Purpose-driven leadership - Employee burnout real or not? - How to rise the ranks in an organization the right way - and much more  

"Influence over others has its greatest impact when it's earned, not given." In season 29, episode 3, John Eades covers the important topic of power in leadership. You can join the next Coaching for Excellence Workshop here

"The key to your success is to ask. To ask again and again and never stop." In season 29, episode 2, Mark and Crystal Hansen join John Eades to talk about their book, "Ask! The Bridge Between Your Destiny and Your Dreams." In the show, we cover: Why people don't ask for what they want Why the act of asking for help is so powerful And much more This show is brought to you by LearnLoft.  Sign Up for an upcoming Live Leadership Workshop here. 

"You should do at least one thing today to help yourself tomorrow." In season 29, episode 1, John Eades covers the difference between a proactive vs. reactive approach at work and how to leverage proactive restraint to improve performance.  In the show, he covers:   - The difference in being proactive versus reactive at work - Why you need restraint to help if you're proactive - How to be more proactive to help you be successful.   

"The job of a leader and a coach is a thankless job because you can never do enough." In season 28, episode 10, John Eades is joined by Dr. Bhrett McCabe.  He is a clinical and sports psychologist. You can learn more about McCabe here. In the show, they cover: - Winner's Mindset - What's changed about leadership - The Mental Game of leadership - and much more...

“One person can change the belief of an organization.” In season 28, episode 9, John is joined by Amy P. Kelly.  She believes in people and helps them grow as the VP of Consulting at the Jon Gordon companies and keynote speaker. She talks in great detail about belief and why it's important in leadership, organizations, and families.  

“If the company isn’t doing well, it’s because of the leader.” In season 28, episode 8, Rob Siegfried joins the show.  Rob is the Founder and CEO of The Siegfried Group, is a leading, national CPA firm that helps financial executives with effective leadership and successful execution. They provide leadership advisory and talent delivery services that allow financial executives to better enhance clarity, prioritization, and innovation. They match those leaders with the high-potential financial talent needed to execute initiatives. In the show, Rob and John cover: - The role a leader plays in the growth of an organization - Why being a purpose-driven organization matters - Why work-life synergy is the new model for balance - How to invest in the whole person instead of just the professional. - How to measure success You can learn more about The Siegfried Group Here.

"Empathy accelerates connection, and connection is the key to leadership." In season 28, John Eades digs into empathy and leadership.  You can register for the next Coaching for Excellence Workshop. Register for the Leadership Development Day, use the code "LDDLearnLoft" to get 20% off.  In the show, John covers: - Great Story about General Mattis - Why great leaders have empathy - The difference between empathy and sympathy - How to lead with empathy

"Ordinary people will extraordinary feats when their energy is properly channeled." In season 28, episode 6, John is joined by Jim Roddy.  He is the author of The Walk-On Method to Career and Business Success. In the show, we cover: - Why people love the underdog story - Why Rudy isn't a one and a million story - How to take the steps to run Uphill - And much more.      

"You get to decide if you are going to run your race by accident or by excellence, and no one can choose for you." In season 28 episode 5, John Eades covers the topic of running your race and running it well.  In the show, he covers: The story of Secretariat Why vision is so important How to set clear goals Why it's essential to persevere while in relentless pursuit. Join the next Coaching for Excellence Workshop Here

"Great leaders are always striving to win, but they never lose sight of lifting others up, and they work relentlessly to help bring out the best in others." In season 28, Episode 4, John Eades covers the powerful combination of the will to win and leadership to get your 2021 started right.   In the show, he covers: - Chris Paul's leadership - How to Encourage Others - How to Challenge Others - How to Serve Others Learn more at learnloft.com or johneades.com

"Coachability is not a technical skill or inherent to us. It’s a mental mindset that anyone can embrace." In season 28 episode 4, John Eades covers the topic of coachability.  In the show he covers: - One word for 2021 - Nick Saban's lesson for coachability - Great story about coachability from Mike Grier - 3 strategies to be more coachable Have John speak to your organization johneades.com