The Leader Lab
Episodes
The Benefits of Psychological Safety
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Creating a workplace that is psychologically opens the door to incredible benefits. Today we look at how you can create more psychological safety for ...
The Danger of Confusing Family & Business
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It’s not unusual for people to refer to their organization as a family. However there are pitfalls that can come with this mindset. Where is a healt...
Becoming A Physically Healthy Leader
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we pursue healthy leadership, we’re exploring each of the three aspects of being a healthy leader. Healthy leaders are spiritually, emotionally, ...
Becoming An Emotionally Healthy Leader
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we pursue healthy leadership, we’re exploring each of the three aspects of being a healthy leader. Healthy leaders are spiritually, emotionally, ...
Becoming A Spiritually Healthy Leader
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we pursue healthy leadership, we’re exploring each of the three aspects of being a healthy leader. Healthy leaders are spiritually, emotionally, ...
The Biggest Factor For Success
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There is one law of the universe that will constantly rob organizations of success — unhealthy leaders cannot lead thriving teams. The right strateg...
Leading With Purpose
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
All humans are wired with a deep inner desire to be a part of something bigger than themselves, to have a lasting impact. At the end of the day, every...
The Power of Possibility
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest parts of our job as a leader is to show our people that better is possible. We have the ability to inspire hope, belief, and the pu...
Leadership Blindspots
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We often have unconscious blindspots as leaders. How do we make sure we are checking those regularly to ensure we aren’t about to swerve our entire ...
Is Hope A Strategy?
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We often talk about the role hope plays in leadership, but a lot of leaders struggle with this idea because hope can feel like “puppy dogs and rainb...
Three Questions To Jumpstart Your Leadership
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
At the beginning of each day, we often need a jumpstart to get us going or to set the stage for the day. Today we talk through three simple questions ...
Open Door Policies Are Useless
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Common leadership wisdom says that an open door policy is a good thing. Today we’ll discuss why it’s a crutch that is killing the blood flow to th...
Are You Causing Collateral Damage?
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders make decisions all day. Often those decisions can cause collateral damage — harming their teams or even families. How do we think about our ...
Slow Is Smooth And Smooth Is Fast
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss one of the Navy SEALS’ favorite phrases, “slow is smooth and smooth is fast.” We’ll look at how it can transform our communic...
Accepting “I don’t know everything.”
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the major inflection point in all of our lives and leadership that leads to massive growth. The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This i...
Questioning Gandhi
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world's problems.” — Mahatma Gandhi What ...
Learning To Disconnect
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learning to disconnect from work is increasingly difficult the higher we climb in our careers. However, it’s still vital to maintaining our leadersh...
Becoming A Selfish Leader
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are there times it is okay to be a selfish leader? Yes! The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home for all the leadership development c...
Avoiding Breaking Points Part 2
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Once we see a breaking point approaching in our life, how do we let off the gas to ensure we don’t hit it? Join us for part two of Avoiding Breaking...
Avoiding Breaking Points Part 1
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We seem to require breaking points to force us to stop. Why can’t we let off the gas when we see a breaking point approaching. In part one of Avoidi...
Does Your Team Miscommunicate?
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Teams miscommunicate constantly, and much of that comes from assumptions. We assume we know what someone will say, so we don’t actually listen to th...
Leadership Lessons from Hell’s Kitchen Part 2
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
More leadership lessons from Hell’s Kitchen. Is it okay to call your staff donkeys? Probably not, but there are some key things we can learn about h...
Leadership Lessons from Hell’s Kitchen Part 1
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What can we learn about leadership from one of the most famous chefs in the world? We dive into the hot and loud world of Hell’s Kitchen to find key...
Winning The Battle With Burnout
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The good news about recognizing burnout is that it is a fight you can win. It will take three key rhythms to win the daily battle with burnout. The Le...
Recognizing Burnout
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the signs that you are trapped in burnout? The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home for all the leadership development conte...
The Two Sides Of Great Leaders
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, we’ll discuss The Stockdale Paradox, and how to be both an inspiring and effective leader. The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader...
Modeling Healthy Leadership
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We think it’s our responsibility to take the weight of the world on our shoulders, but it’s not — it’s to lead a team that can carry the weigh...
Keep Moving Forward
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Success can be found if we can simply keep moving forward. Unfortunately, moving forward is not so simple. Moving forward often requires slowing down,...
Be A Curious Leader
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Curiosity is a leadership superpower that allows us to discover new solutions and paths forward. However, curiosity is often lost in the chaos of the ...
Being A Conscious Leader
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Our childhood biography becomes our adult biology." — Dr. John Delony We make unconscious choices throughout the day, all of it based on what we ex...
3 Ingredients For An Impactful Life
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all want to live impactful lives. It gives our days on this earth deeper meaning. What are three ingredients to ensure we can effectively impact th...
Create Before You Consume
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The temptation is to wake up and immediately jump into our day. Instead we’re going to talk about a leadership rhythm we should all implement to ens...
Saying Yes To Your Best Work
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We examine a quote from Steve Jobs to see what we can learn about how to ensure we are always focused on our most impactful work. The Leader LabWelcom...
Fighting Leadership Anxiety
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership can generate a tremendous amount of anxiety. We have to learn to manage that feeling to ensure it doesn’t cause us to freeze or panic in ...
Every Day Is An Adventure
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership can be equal parts mundane and challenging. If we can learn to view it with a sense of adventure, it adds a whole new dimension to our days...
The Art Of Giving Feedback
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Giving feedback is one of the most valuable things we can do for our teams, but there is a fine art to delivering it effectively. The Leader LabWelcom...
Trapped In A Toxic Culture
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you are trapped in a toxic culture, it can feel hopeless. However, there are a few key things you can focus on to enable you to thrive. The Leader ...
The Practical Benefits Of Vision
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Having a big vision for your organization is more than just pie-in-the-sky thinking. There are truly practical benefits that every leader should take ...
Leading Successful Change
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leading change is one of the most difficult challenges. People are naturally afraid of change, so how can we navigate it in a successful way? The Lead...
Is Hustle Overrated?
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are often taught that pure grit, hustle, and determination are the only way to advance and get things done. Should we be thinking about these thing...
Escaping Survival Mode
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve talked about the art of surviving survival mode. Now let’s talk about how to escape survival mode. If you’re doing too much with too littl...
The Cone Of Silence
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can we make sure we are facilitating a regular flow of information from the top to the frontline and back again? "In too many organizations, the p...
The Internal Fight To Defeat Burnout
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When we think of burnout we think of all the external things causing it — challenges and circumstances. However, the reality is it's an internal fig...
Dealing With Irrational Team Members
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When dealing with day-to-day people challenges, you aren’t just dealing with today. That irrational person and their challenge are the sum total of ...
Happy Customers Require Happy Employees
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Creating customers who love you and continue to come back is as simple (and as complex) as creating a team that loves you and continues to come back. ...
Are You A Leader Or A Dictator?
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s very easy to accidentally turn into a dictator in your organization, especially when stress is high. Let’s talk about the differences between...
Effective Vulnerability
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learning to be vulnerable with a team is one of the most difficult things a leader can do, because vulnerability is often scary. In this episode we’...
Wrestling With Fears & Feelings
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dealing with the interpersonal issues of our teams is one of the most exhausting challenges in any organization. It can also feel very unproductive, h...
Everyone Leads
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s easy to default to titles when thinking about leadership. “She is a manager so she is a leader.” However, if we want to create a thriving o...
Agreements vs. Expectations
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Almost every leadership book will tell you to make sure you set clear expectations. However there is an inefficiency that comes with expectations that...
Getting Buy-In For Change
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Getting buy-in from others can often feel like this illusive idea that is frustratingly just out of reach. Let’s talk about a process that will allo...
The Value Of Disconnection
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Being able to truly disconnect from work is a valuable investment every leader needs to make. However it often feels impossible. True, restorative dis...
Finding The Middle Ground
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can you help your teams find the truth in the middle of any tough situation? The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home for all the...
Neverending Storms
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How are you investing in yourself? Are you showing up as a healthy leader? If you show up as unhealthy, everything else starts to break down — from ...
Creating Sustainability
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you okay burning your people out to achieve your goals? Most people would say no, but when you look at their systems and rhythms, it’s clear the...
Cultivating Growth
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Healthy leaders have more in common with gardeners than firefighters. Your job is to cultivate growth in yourself, your team, and your entire organiza...
Setting Fires To Fight
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Problem solving is a key role leaders play, however an entire day spent fighting fires will often get in the way of doing your most important work. Ho...
What Are We Doing vs. Where Are We Going
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Figuring out where your team or organization is going is the most important work a leader does, but it’s also the most difficult to get done. Let’...
Busy Isn't Always Successful
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Everyone describes their lives as busy, but how many are truly impactful? If we aren’t intentional, busyness can become success, costing us true imp...
Learning From Mistakes
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mistakes are how we learn as humans. However, owning mistakes is often difficult. We can help our teams process mistakes in a healthy way with a simpl...
The Importance Of Clarity
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Communication is the lifeblood of a thriving team. Unclear and inconsistent communication will rob your team of the ability to move forward in a healt...
Appreciating Your People
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Demonstrating to your people how much you appreciate them is a leadership move that has a massive positive impact and costs nothing. The Leader LabWel...
Working With Different Personality Types
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do I lead such a variety of personality types when they all have different fears, communication styles, and needs? The Leader LabWelcome to The Le...
Surviving Survival Mode
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
So many teams are stuck in survival mode — doing too much with too little for too long. How do we learn to effectively survive survival mode? The Le...
Generosity And Boundaries
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a leader, how can we give people our full attention when there are so many demands on us? The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home...
Balancing Visionary And Practical People
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Opposites attract. Often in organizations you have the visionary, who drives everyone nuts with their constant flow of new ideas, and the practical pe...
Inward Focus vs. Outward Focus
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In order to have a healthy outward focus, you have to have an intense inward focus to create a healthy version of you. Prioritizing your health is sel...
Creating A Healthy Partnership
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Partnerships in your organization or business require consistent relational investment just like a healthy marriage. Let’s talk about how to apply i...
How You Talk To Yourself Matters
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are often our own harshest critics. However when we begin to agree with that negative voice in our head, it can begin to affect how we show up as l...
Leading Stuck Team Members
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We have all encountered that team member who is stuck. Their work is average at best, and they drain time and energy from everyone around them. Gettin...
We've Always Done It That Way
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about how to combat the dreaded "we've always done it that way." It's a mindset that routinely holds organizations back by impeding forward...
Designing Your Ideal Week
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Intentionality begins with choosing how you spend your time. What is your most important work? When are you going to accomplish it? What do you need t...
The Art Of No
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about Emily! She'll walk us through her story of learning to say no. The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home for all the ...
Sprinting A Marathon
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The pace we run at as leaders and as an organization will determine our outcomes. This journey is a marathon, but if we're leading our people to sprin...
The Value Of Being Present
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership presence is your most important investment you can make in your team. Being present requires intentionality, which means it should go on yo...
Choose Wisely
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lack of intentionality is what leads to toxic teams. Intentionality is the path to thriving — choose to thrive and then take action. The Leader LabW...
Rest Requires Courage
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rest is a courageous act in a world that says it is a waste of time. Sustainable rhythms and rest and the most important way to unlock new levels of l...
Sneaky Burnout
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Loving what you do might be the quickest way to burn out. Burnout can be sneaky. The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home for all the...
Learning To Give Life
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The goal of every leader should be to give life to everyone they lead and influence. The opposite of that — draining life from our people — is wha...
Aligning Words And Actions
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As leaders, alignment between our words and actions is vital to building trust and influence. People will follow our actions more than our words. The ...
Dealing With Unlimited Ideas
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders often have a flood of new ideas. How can you handle those ideas in a sustainable way so you don't burn your team out. Let's talk about The Big...
Realistic Optimism
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can you deploy realistic optimism to motivate your teams and keep them moving forward? The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home f...
Surround Yourself With Mentors
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Every one of us needs to surround ourselves with mentors, coaches, counselors, and fellow leaders. There is tremendous value in that circle. The Leade...
Learning To Celebrate Wins
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learning to celebrate wins is vital to a thriving team. The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home for all the leadership development c...
Developing The Vocabulary To Disagree
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In order to thrive, teams need to know how to disagree. When you need to fight, how can you do it in a healthy way? The Leader LabWelcome to The Leade...
Setting Healthy Boundaries
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Healthy boundaries are about creating margin so you can invest in yourself. The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home for all the lead...
Embracing Your Personality
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about Dolly Parton! How can we employ self-awareness to choose to be the best version of our personality. Also, if anyone knows Dolly, plea...
When A Team Member Isn't A Good Fit
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you handle a team member who isn't a good fit? The Leader LabWelcome to The Leader Lab. This is the home for all the leadership development con...
Keeping Work Stress From Coming Home
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How can we learn to navigate the times when work stress or home stress bleeds over into the other area? Is there a healthier approach than just trying...
Introducing Leadership Shorts
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are Leadership Shorts and where do we get them? Find out in the first episode of our newest Leader Lab podcast — quick thoughts to help you lev...