The Formula for Great Leadership Series | McCarter Leadership Institute
Episodes
When Going to Work Feels Heavy | Leadership, Stress, and Emotional Load
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If the thought of going to work feels heavy, you’re not alone—and you’re not weak. In this episode, Dr. James McCarter speaks to leaders and pro...
When Going to Work Feels Heavy | 5-Minute Leadership Reset
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This 5-minute affirmation is for anyone dreading going to work. If pressure feels heavy and energy is low, this episode offers a calm reset—helping ...
Navigating Workplace Politics Without Losing Your Peace
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Workplace politics don’t have to drain you. In this episode of the McCarter Leadership Institute Podcast, James breaks down how to stay professional...
Speaking with Calm Confidence: A 5-Minute Affirmation for Overcoming Nerves
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling anxious before speaking? You’re not alone. In this five-minute affirmation session, Dr. James McCarter of the McCarter Leadership Institute ...
Anxiety - When the Spotlight Feels Too Bright
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Even confident leaders feel anxious before stepping into the spotlight. In this episode, Dr. James McCarter of the McCarter Leadership Institute share...
Beyond the To-Do List-Why Relationship Building is Your Next Career Accelerator
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many driven professionals undervalue relationship building, seeing it as a distraction. This episode argues that without connection, even brilliant in...
5-Minute Affirmations for Burnout Recovery
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you feeling the heavy weight of exhaustion and overwhelm? Your worth isn't tied to your productivity. This essential 5-minute affirmation session ...
Drinking from the Firehose— How to Master New Skills and Establish Authority
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New leaders face a paradox: they must master a steep learning curve while immediately projecting authority and driving progress. This post guides prof...
The Resilient Leader: Affirmations for Unwavering Confidence
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into your power with this inspiring session designed to anchor your self-belief. In moments of doubt, uncertainty, or high pressure, your interna...
Hitting the Wall— When Great Leadership Isn't Enough to Stop Burnout Ep. 9|McCarter Leadership Inst.
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dedicated leaders often hit a wall when internal support efforts can't counter systemic burnout and negative external narratives (like social media to...
Grief at Work— Navigating Loss While Still Meeting Your Quota Ep.7|McCarter Leadership Institute
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The death of a loved one can halt your world, but work demands often continue. This episode offers a guide to navigating profound grief while meeting ...
The Isolated Professional- How to Reclaim Respect When You Feel Excluded -McCarter Leadership Inst.
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling excluded and disrespected in your team? This episode provides a three-step strategy to manage the situation and protect your career. First, co...
Fighting Apathy- How to Be an Empathy Leader in a Cold Workplace Ep. 5|McCarter Leadership Institute
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Working in a low-empathy environment is draining, especially in customer-facing roles. This post offers a strategy for not just surviving, but setting...
The Humble Leader— Upholding Dignity While You Lead Ep. 4 | McCarter Leadership Institute
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After a humiliating executive meeting, I learned that how you teach is more important than what you teach. This episode explores the vital role of hum...
The Call Beyond Comfort— Stepping Into Your Transformation Zone Ep. 3| McCarter Leadership Institute
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us cling to comfort, even when it stifles growth. This blog post explores the vital shift from a predictable "comfort zone" to a dynamic "tran...
When Motivation Fails— The Leader’s Guide to Digging Deep Episode 2 |McCarter Leadership Institute
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every leader faces days when they dread walking into the office. When motivation and gratitude fail, you must dig deep. This post outlines the need fo...
The Formula for Great Leadership— It Starts with Gratitude Ep. 1 | McCarter Leadership Institute
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
True leadership is built on gratitude. This post explores the transformative connection between a great attitude and great leadership, showing how a f...