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The John Eades Podcast

John Eades transfers stories and best practices from today's leaders to the leaders of tomorrow. Popular topics include Leadership, Management, and Inspiration.
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Dec 15, 2021

When things are uncertain, a key leadership question is, "what can we do?"

In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, Kara Goldin joined the show.  

You can follow her @karagoldin or find her book Undaunted.

Nov 24, 2021

"Real leaders can quit a job, but they can't leave leadership because there are always people that need help."

In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, John Eades covers the topic of perseverance.  

Nov 10, 2021

"If you struggle with communication, you will never reach your potential as a leader."

In the latest episode of the show, John Eades covers the essential skill of communication.  

You can learn more at LearnLoft.com

Oct 27, 2021
"Hybrid work isn't just what's happening today, it's the future of work."

In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast John Eades covers lessons from recent keynote to help you lead your hybrid team effectively. 

Oct 6, 2021

"Rejecting fear and choosing courage dictates your future."

In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, John Eades covers the critical topic of Fear and Leadership.  

 

Sep 22, 2021

In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, John Eades helps you improve your problem-solving skills like the best leaders. 

If you want to develop your critical thinking skills and help others do the same, this is the episode for you.

 

Aug 18, 2021

"What looks like resistance is often a lack of clarity."

In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, John Eades covers the topic of behavior change.  Specifically how to get a team member to change their behavior or in yourself. 

 

 

Aug 11, 2021

Confidence is contagious, and it's essential in leadership.

Confidence is best defined as the belief in oneself and one's ability to succeed. It comes from a Latin word meaning "to have full trust."


Confidence is not cockiness or arrogance. It is not masking gaps inside by portraying something different on the outside.

Authentic confidence is built through consistent daily repetition.

Jul 22, 2021

"The most important element of leadership isn't talent, it's choosing to lead right from where you are."

In the latest episode, John Eades covers an inspirational story about leadership to encourage you to lead where you are.

Jul 7, 2021

 In the latest episode of the Follow My Lead Podcast, Pete Burak joins the show.  

He speaks at length about what leaders do to draw people in and get the most out of their potential.  

You can learn more about Pete here and his ID Ministry.

Jun 8, 2021

“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. 

May 26, 2021

"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

May 5, 2021

"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

Apr 28, 2021

"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.

Apr 21, 2021

"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.

Apr 14, 2021

"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. 

Apr 7, 2021

"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

Mar 24, 2021

"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

Mar 17, 2021

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

 

Mar 10, 2021

"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

Mar 3, 2021

"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

Feb 24, 2021

"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. 

 

Feb 17, 2021

"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...

Feb 10, 2021

“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.

 

Feb 3, 2021

“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.

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