Let’s get one thing straight right out of the gate. A champions mentality isn’t something you’re born with. It’s not coded into your DNA. And it’s definitely not reserved for elite athletes or Fortune 500 CEOs. It’s a choice. A daily decision to show up, think differently, and refuse to settle for mediocrity. Here’s the […]
Leadership is an ever-evolving journey, one that demands continuous learning, adaptability, and a willingness to grow—not just for yourself but for those you lead. In a recent episode of “The Leadership Toolkit,” host Mike sat down with Nikolai Nielsen, founder of the Potential Academy, to discuss what it takes to thrive as a leader in […]
Great pilots don’t fly solo, and neither should great leaders. Bobby Dutton breaks down the mindset that’s made him successful in both the cockpit and the boardroom: preparation, presence, and people-first leadership. It’s about knowing your mission, watching your instruments (aka team health), and being ready to respond—not react—when turbulence hits.
In leadership, inspiration is important—but results are essential. Many leaders can cast a vision, rally a team, and deliver an inspiring message. But real leadership success hinges on one key question: Are you getting the results you said you would? If you’re not producing, you’re not leading—you’re just talking. Let’s unpack what it truly means […]
In leadership, it’s not a question of if adversity will strike—it’s when. Whether you’re navigating organizational change, economic downturns, personal setbacks, or team breakdowns, the one trait that separates great leaders from the rest is resilience. Resilience isn’t just about bouncing back. It’s about rising stronger, leading better, and showing others what true leadership looks […]
Growing Your Influence is important to your leadership success. Growing your influence requires a lot of effort, it requires a directed mind and deliberate action. You can accelerate the process of becoming a leader by following a few simple steps. Here are three ideas that have worked for me in accelerating leadership growth: 1. Network […]
“Leadership is influence” ~ John C Maxwell Influence is defined as the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something. I think as leaders we all want to have an effect on our people’s development. An effective leader is someone who understands the power of influence. This is […]
As leaders, we spend a lot of our time teaching and coaching the people around us to bring out the best in them. It is also essential for each of us to remain open to feedback and coaching too. Are you a coachable leader? What are you doing to grow yourself? It’s crucial that you […]
The best lessons are taught on the spot. Sometimes in leadership, we hold our thoughts, and “bite our tongues” with our staff or our peers. We do this for what we think is saving feelings or just simply keeping the peace at work. But is it though? Are we doing what is best for the […]
There is light in Your Own Uniqueness. Yes… YOU! We all have special and unique things about us. However, sometimes instead of being special, we see them as difficulties or obstacles or just weird. We often find ourselves comparing ourselves to others, trying to be the same, constantly competing, and pushing to be better… Better […]