What if I told you that while the world has undergone profound changes, our leadership approaches have remained largely stagnant? What if, instead of relying on hierarchical structures and top-down directives, leaders embraced a more effective approach based on trust and inspiration?

In this episode of the Insight Out, I have the pleasure of sitting down with none other than Stephen M.R. Covey, a renowned author and an authority on leadership. We dive deep into the transformative power of trust and how it serves as a cornerstone of inspiration in leadership. Covey draws a stark contrast between the antiquated command and control style and the trust and inspire approach, which he passionately advocates for as being crucial in today's world, especially when dealing with knowledge workers.

Throughout our conversation, Covey shares personal anecdotes and real-world examples that bring his concepts to life. Such examples are the leadership styles of Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella and the leadership approach of Zoom CEO Eric Yuan which epitomizes the principles we discuss.

He then breaks down the three stewardships of a trust and inspire leader—modeling, trusting, and inspiring. Each of these plays a vital role in not just leading but empowering others to reach their full potential. Covey doesn't just leave us with theory; he offers practical advice on how to build agreements that lay the foundation for a collaborative and empowered workplace.

Join us as we explore these insightful themes and let's uncover how trust and inspiration can reshape the landscape of leadership

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• Leadership and its impact on individuals
• Shifting from command and control to trust and inspire leadership
• The principles of trust and inspire contrasted with command and control
• The importance of self-awareness and a shift towards trust and inspire leadership
• The barriers to becoming a trust and inspire leader
• The three stewardships of a trust and inspire leader: modeling, trusting, and inspiring

In This Episode:

• [01:22] Introduction to Stephen M.R. Covey
• [03:56] The Green and Clean Story
• [10:20] Tapping into untapped potential
• [18:08] Command and control vs. trust and inspire
• [20:37] Trust and inspire
• [25:02] Barriers to becoming a trust and inspire leader
• [35:23] Inspiring confidence in others
• [38:35] Trust as human motivation
• [40:17] Microsoft's Satya Nadella as a trust and inspire leader
• [41:32] Modeling behavior
• [43:54] Inspiring leadership
• [45:24] The power of trust
• [52:01] Building trust through Co-Creation
• [54:00] The leadership style of Eric Yuan, CEO of Zoom
• [55:02] The power of modeling in leadership
• [59:46] Stephen M.R. Covey's motivation for trust and leadership

Notable Quotes

•  [21:07] "We light the fire within; that fire once lit can burn on for months, if not years, without the need for constant external stimuli." - Stephen M. R. Covey
• [22:10] "To operate with a command and control style is like trying to play tennis with a golf club; it's not relevant to the game being played."- Stephen M. R. Covey
• [36:25] “Leadership is communicating people's worth and potential so clearly. That they come to see it in themselves.” Billy Samoa]
• [47:22] "When you trust people, they grow, they develop, and they become their best selves because they develop new capabilities." - Stephen M. R. Covey
• [51:43] “I believe in our world today, not trusting is more often the greater risk.” Stephen M. R. Covey

Resources and Links

Stephen M. R. Covey

• https://trustandinspire.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-m-r-covey-6400191a5/
• https://x.com/StephenMRCovey
• https://www.instagram.com/stephenmrcovey/?hl=en

Billy Samoa

• https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/
• https://www.youtube.com/@BillySamoa
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/billysamoa/

Mentioned Books

• Trust and Inspire: How Truly Great Leaders Unleash Greatness in Others
• The SPEED of Trust: The One Thing that Changes Everything

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Picture this: You're sitting in a serene space, surrounded by the quiet embrace of nature. In the distance, the gentle sound of a flowing stream merges with the rustle of leaves in the breeze. It's in moments like these that we often find ourselves contemplating the deeper mysteries of life.

What if I told you that amidst this tranquil setting lies a journey into the heart of mindfulness and self-discovery? Join us as we dive into a conversation with Dr. Mark Pirtle, where we'll explore topics like integral therapy, stress-relief programming, and the art of living mindfully. Discover why understanding the subtle workings of the mind is essential for personal growth and how these topics can unlock profound insights and transformation in your life.

Get to know Dr. Mark Pirtle, Integral therapist, teacher, speaker, author, and filmmaker. With a mission to amplify Beauty, Goodness, and Truth, Dr. Pirtle is at the forefront of integral thinking in recovery. Learn about his background, journey, and the inspiration behind his groundbreaking work in attunement-based stress relief.

Ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery? Tune in and delve into the world of integral therapy, stress-relief programming, and mindfulness with Dr. Mark Pirtle.

In This Episode:

• [03:00] Introduction and Background of Dr. Mark Pirtle 
• [05:00] Dr. Pirtle's transformative experience with meditation
• [07:15] Importance of Understanding One's Story
• [09:50] Trauma and Its Impact
• [12:04] Introduction to shadow work and its significance
• [14:39] Gaining Perspective and Self-Awareness
• [17:16] Sustaining Change and Retreat Effectiveness
• [20:00] Applying Retreat Models to Business and Entrepreneurial Settings
• [22:56] Understanding Shadow Work
• [28:00] Implementing Post-Retreat Action Plan
• [30:15] Mastering Retreat Execution
• [33:34] Key Transformative Moments in Retreats
• [38:50] Subtle Interior and Meta Awareness
• [45:02] Personal Motivation and Mission
• [48:26] Where to Find Dr. Mark Pirtle

Notable Quotes:

• [06:49] "People need to understand that, first of all, they're walking around with a story in their head constantly and the story in their head isn't necessarily the truth. It's been influenced by their past and their traumas" - Dr. Mark Pirtle 
• [31:10] "Setting the right stage, priming people, I think is, is super important." - Dr. Mark Pirtle
• [31:46] "Change can occur. Like that. That's what you need to have happen." - Dr. Mark Pirtle 
• [38:06] “We live in stories. And if you can't see your life in a bigger sense like if you cannot see that there's a larger reason for you to change, you're not going to change."- Dr. Mark Pirtle
• [39:49] "You have to develop far enough. To become mature enough in your nervous system, tuned well enough, relate to subtle objects. And on the interior, subtle objects are the whole ballgame, thoughts and feelings." - Dr. Mark Pirtle
• [47:35] "If you're stuck in refusal, it's already the road of trials. You might as well go because there's a ton of satisfaction in growth and finding yourself and growing yourself up to a better version of yourself." - Dr. Mark Pirtle

Resources and Links

Dr. Mark Pirtle:

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/markfarrispirtle/
• https://www.instagram.com/drmarkpirtle/
• https://twitter.com/skillfullyaware
• https://www.youtube.com/@drmarkpirtlemeditationfors1299

Website: 

• https://www.drmarkpirtle.com

Billy Samoa: 

• https://www.facebook.com/BillySamoaSaleebey/
• https://twitter.com/BillySamoa
• https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/
• https://www.youtube.com/@BillySamoa
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/billysamoa/

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In this episode of the Insight Out podcast, I have an insightful conversation with Jacqueline Snyder Founder and CEO of The Product Boss, and the Shop 1-in-5 Pledge.

We discuss key strategies for product-based businesses, like understanding your niche market and tailoring products to meet specific customer needs. Jacqueline shares insights from her own journey with Cuffs Couture, highlighting the importance of market research and customer understanding.

We also touch on effective brand messaging, standing out in crowded markets, and the benefits of focusing on core products. Jacqueline mentions Stanley's success story, focusing on their use of influencer marketing and irresistible offers for customers.

Lastly, Jacqueline reflects on personal growth, crediting mentorship for part of her development.

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• Importance of understanding the niche and ideal customer in a product-based business
• Tailoring products to meet specific customer needs and desires
• Leveraging personal experiences and upbringing to drive entrepreneurial spirit
• Identifying niche market opportunities and leveraging unfair advantages
• Foundational pillars of starting a product-based business
• Developing a listener avatar and nailing down brand messaging
• Standing out in a crowded market and matching the target buyer avatar with the product
• Differentiating oneself in a crowded market and understanding customer needs, wants, and desires
• Nailing the offer and pricing, focusing on best-selling products
• Leveraging influencer marketing, creating irresistible offers, and building an audience and community

In This Episode:

• [00:01:53] - Introduction to Jacqueline Snyder.
• [00:03:06] - Influential Family.
• [00:05:09] - Early Entrepreneurship.
• [00:07:54] - Creating Cuffs Couture.
• [00:11:50] - Nailing the Niche.
• [00:15:55] - Ideal Customer Avatar Exercise.
• [00:18:54] - Developing a Listener Avatar.
• [00:19:24] - Niche Down and Core Product.
• [00:20:52] - Brand Messaging and Standing Out.
• [00:27:52] - Market Research and Branding.
• [00:31:49] - Offer Strategy and Hero Products.
• [00:37:39] - The Stanley Mug Success Story.
• [00:39:43] - Creating Irresistible Offers.
• [00:41:43] - Driving Demand and Community Engagement.
• [00:43:45] - Nailing the Marketing.
• [00:47:17] - Directing Customer Action through Marketing.
• [00:48:02] - Mindset and Personal Growth.

Notable Quotes

•  [14:31] "You have to come up with exactly who that person is and what the pain point is you're solving with the product." - Jacqueline Snyder
• [38:12] "Stanley is so cool because 110 years later, they jumped from a $90 million a year company to $750 million last year off of this new product."” - Jacqueline Snyder
• [39:43] "One way that I see people creating irresistible offers is by creating scarcity of product, right? So creating demand, creating this FOMO sort of feeling." - Jacqueline Snyder
• [41:43] "People are voyeuristic; they want to see behind the scenes. They want to see how things are made." - Jacqueline Snyder

Resources and Links

Jacqueline Synder

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-snyder-tpb/
• https://www.instagram.com/theproductboss/
• https://www.youtube.com/@TheProductBoss

Website

• designerconsultingcoop.com/
• theproductboss.com

Billy Samoa

• https://www.facebook.com/BillySamoaSaleebey/
• https://twitter.com/BillySamoa
• https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/
• https://www.youtube.com/@BillySamoa
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/billysamoa/

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Jedidiah Collins is the "Fullback of Finance." After a successful career in the NFL, he's on a mission to empower one million people to own their financial stories.

He’s an author, a speaker, a podcaster, and a teacher…his story is one of grit and determination.

There are 380,000 collegiate athletes, yet only 1% percent of them make it to a professional level.

Despite having success in college, Jed knew it would be challenging to make it as a pro. 

But that didn't stop him.

It wasn't a smooth ride by any means, and he shares his story of getting cut over and over again before finally landing a starting role for the Super Bowl-defending New Orleans Saints. 

Not only did he become a starter, he was even named to the Pro Bowl team.

Jed was part of what he calls the "Breakfast Club," when he would be one of the first people in the locker room learning and understanding what it takes to be a peak performer. 

A consistent theme for Jed is he was able to steal success from each of the organizations he was a part of. We get a first-row seat to hear the fascinating stories of how he learned from iconic athletes like Drew Brees.

After realizing that only 30% of retired NFL athletes walk away with their financial dream still intact, Jed decided to become a Certified Financial Planner during the off-season.

On the show, we cover a lot of ground, including why thoughts are things, the difference between external and internal success, why repetition matters, how to silence the voice of quit, and why we should focus on most vs now.

A the core of Jed’s philosophy is a belief that we must eliminate potential.

Jed has a winning mindset and shares how one-on-one basketball competitions with his brothers as a kid made an impact on his entire life. We also learned why he feels his greatest asset is his lifelong habit of journaling.

Links and Resources:

03:10 NFL Fullback

07:57 Ball Four by Jim Bouton

13:14 Train your mind, change your brain Book

20:40 "Silencing the voice of quit"

28:15 "You don't lose until you quit"

32:24 "Successful people do not sacrifice, they prioritize"

50:34 Jed Collins - Money Vehicle Course

50:37 Your Money Vehicle: How to Begin Driving to Financial Freedom

You can find Jed:

Jed's course: https://your-money-vehicle.teachable.com/p/home

Personal website: https://jedidiahcollins.com/

Social Media:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jedidiah-collins/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fullbackoffinance/

Podcast: Rookie To Veteran

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This is an encore episode and was originally published on August 3, 2020

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Ram Castillo is a Sydney-based design director, author, international speaker, and career director. His hit podcast, Giant Thinkers, has charted #3 on iTunes in more than 5 countries and currently has over 250,000 active listeners. Ram has been helping designers find employment for almost a decade. Now, he continues to mentor all kinds of creatives through systems such as the Lightning Bolt Method, inspiring and motivating them to successfully pursue their passions. 

 In this episode, Ram delves deep into his childhood and how he expressed his creativity from a young age using whatever resources he could find, including toilet paper rolls. We also discuss: 

• How the lens of design leads to better questioning
• The importance of varied mentorship and how to find good mentors 
• The importance of decision-making 
• High-value vs. low-value activities 
• How fear is a false construct based on untested assumptions 

 Ram’s website: https://ramcastillo.com/

Giant Thinkers: https://giantthinkers.com/

Giant Thinkers podcast: https://giantthinkers.com/category/podcast/

Ram’s books - How to Get a Job as a Designer, Guaranteed https://www.amazon.com/How-Designer-Guaranteed-Step-Step/dp/099257000X, How to Get a Mentor as a Designer, Guaranteed https://www.amazon.com/How-Get-Mentor-Designer-Guaranteed/dp/0992570026

Keep up with Ram on Social Media:

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegiantthinker
• FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheGiantThinker
• Linkedin: https://au.linkedin.com/in/ram-castillo-39a39923
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiantthinker/

Chapter titles 

• 00:19 - Ram’s childhood and what toilet paper rolls mean to him
• 4:33 - How Ram’s parents influenced him to dream big 
• 10:33 - How of childhood bullying affected Ram
• 17:47 - Ram starts in the mailroom 
• 27:07 - The lens of design and how it leads to asking questions 
• 33:00 - Mentorship in Ram’s life
• 41:09 - The importance of making decisions
• 47:32 - High-value vs. low-value activities
• 52:44 - Fear is a construct

Frameworks

According to Ram, the four steps of design are:

1. Research. Gather information. Then, 
2. Define. Group research and data and narrow it down to solve a specific problem. Next,
3. Conceptualize. Create a prototype. And finally, 
4. Deliver. Distribute the design into the world. 

Then gather feedback and repeat the steps. 

How to Find a Mentor

A mentor should be an advisor, friend, and idol 

1. Get clear on the definition
2. Go through a personal analysis
3. Pair your goals with the right people
4. Mentor others and give back

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This is an encore episode and was originally published on July 7, 2021.

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Today’s guest is Liz Wiseman, author of New York Times bestseller Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter, The Multiplier Effect: Tapping the Genius Inside Our Schools, Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger and Multiply Your Impact and Wall Street Journal bestseller Rookie Smarts: Why Learning Beats Knowing in the New Game of Work. Liz has conducted significant research in the field of leadership and collective intelligence and writes for Harvard Business Review, Fortune, and a variety of other business and leadership journals. A former executive at Oracle Corporation, over the course of 17 years, Liz was the Vice President of Oracle University and a global leader in Human Resource Development. Her management research and executive development firm The Wiseman Group is focused on developing leaders around the globe who can take on the world's toughest challenges. Her client list includes Apple, Disney, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, and Twitter. As you will see in this show, I met Liz when she spoke at Tesla and it resulted in one of the most memorable and emotional professional experiences in my life. 

On the show, we dive into the concepts of Multipliers and Rookie Smarts and she tells personal insight stories that have helped make her the person she is today. She explains the interesting reason why she decided to leave Oracle, and how that planted the seed for one of her books. We discuss her insights as a mother of 4 and a busy professional, and how her world was changed when she realized the management skill she used at work is the exact same skillset she used at home. She also shares how and why she created labels in her books to help provide a framework and language to discuss what she calls the “undiscussable” - A multiplier is a genius maker and helps to activate everyone around them to be their best by spending their energy on extracting and extending the genius of others. A diminisher does the exact opposite, by restricting others and holding them back from showing their what she calls “native genius”. We will discuss this in detail, including giving an example of the “accidental diminisher” - someone who has positive intentions but inadvertently diminishes those around them. She also gives some sage advice for parents on how to balance life and family. I’m beyond thrilled to release today’s show and can thank Liz enough for being my guest so please enjoy this episode of Insight Out!

Learn more about Liz Wiseman:

Website: https://thewisemangroup.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizwiseman/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bylizwiseman/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/LizWiseman

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liz.wiseman.author

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This is an encore episode and was originally published on December 9, 2019.

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The Queen of Confidence, Erika Cramer, shares her inspirational journey of trauma to triumph and reveals her "5 C's of Confidence" to create confidence in your life. 

Bio:

Erika Cramer, The Queen of Confidence, is an international confidence coach and popular 5-star podcast host. The Cardi B of the personal development world, Erika is a full-flavored, spicy inspirational speaker, with a large dose of heart and humor. After surviving many traumatic experiences, from childhood sexual abuse, being in and out of the foster care system, car accidents, and a whole lot of loss, Erika is a beaming and beautiful example of how you can heal your personal story to transform trauma into triumph. Her mission is clear and she is unstoppable: Create a global, EMPOWERED community of women who want DEEP CONNECTION, ACCOUNTABILITY, and ENCOURAGEMENT to go for the life they desire.

You can learn more from Erika Cramer:

https://thequeenofconfidence.com/

Podcast: The Confidence Chronicles

The Confidence Chronicles offers a raw and real insight into Erika’s life as a mother, entrepreneur, and confidence coach. Short, sharp, and to the point, this podcast delves into a range of topics, from self-love, toxic relationships, personal growth, and money mindset. Originally recorded in Erika’s car while driving her children around Melbourne, the podcast consistently sits between number 10 and 20 on the Australian Apple charts for Mental Health, has listeners in 67 countries and has over 200 five star reviews

Book: Confidence Feels Like Shit

Group Coaching: The Sistahood

Insight Out Links:

Email > [email protected]

Instagram > @insightoutpodcast

YouTube > https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXgR9qVXhRvXVqbb0FQoCmg

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insightoutshow/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insightoutshow/

TikTok > @insightout

Twitter > @insightoutshow

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Check These Out:

• Connecting, Confidence, and Public Speaking - Aparna Mohla
• Why Mental Health Matters - Nidhi Tewari, LCSW
• Creating a Judgment-free Zone Around Mental Health – Alessandra Torresani
• How to Scale a Coaching, Consulting, or Service-based Business to 7-Figures
• How to Avoid Burnout – Dr. Yvonne Ator

This is an encore episode and was originally published on June 23, 2021.

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How can we shift our thinking in order to break a pattern? And how can we take positive action to make transformative changes in our lives?

That’s the focus of Scott Miller’s new book, “Master Mentors Vol. 2.” It examines key insights from 30 of the world’s most transformational leadership thinkers – including Seth Godin, Susan Cain, General Stanley McChrystal and more – and provides simple steps to implement the same insights in your own life. 

In today’s episode, Scott joins me to talk about the most valuable lessons he’s learned from his own mentor, the concept of transformational insight, the subtle nuances between self-worth, self-esteem and self-confidence, why vulnerability is a key element of leadership, and more.

“I think the power of transformation has the power for you to see yourself differently. It has the power for you to challenge your paradigm, your mindset, your belief system, to say, gosh, I always thought about gratitude in this way, but now I'm gonna think about gratitude in this way. Or I thought about what's next for me or my business model. They're personal and professional. I think it's really intended to help kind of shake you to say you've been in this pattern of thinking this line of behavior and just shaking a little bit to say, is that serving you well? Is that serving those around you?” – Scott (06:03)

Top 3 Takeaways 

• A mentor can be anyone. “I don't think you have to know or be in an intimate relationship, professional relationship with your mentor at all,” Scott says. It doesn’t matter that you can’t meet with them for one-on-one guidance; a mentor is anyone who helps you understand how to improve your life, and in the age of podcasts and YouTube, you can get that wisdom in a variety of ways. 
• Try to assume positive intent. Everybody makes mistakes, and sometimes even the most well-intended words come out wrong. A person’s words say more about them than they do about you. 
• Self-worth is inherent and unchanging. “Self-esteem and your self-confidence ebbs and flows based on your sense of self and the kind of relationships you're in and the things that you do that you value or don't value,” Scott says. “But your self-worth cannot be changed and no one else can change it.”

In This Episode

• (01:13) Why you don’t need to meet your mentor to benefit from their wisdom
• (05:21) Scott’s definition of a transformational insight
• (07:14) The practical applications of insights, and using them to transform your life
• (11:30) Bobby Herrera’s life-changing bus ride
• (22:50) Self-worth vs self-esteem vs self-confidence
• (31:51) “Your future truth should be your present.”
• (36:03) BJ Fogg and the power of tiny pattern-breaking habits

Resources & Links

Billy Samoa 

• https://billysamoa.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/BillySamoaSaleebey/
• https://twitter.com/BillySamoa
• https://www.instagram.com/billybelieve/
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCjQ9RSxYqDS4_VxBHNyQJw
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/billysamoa/
• https://billysamoa.com/podcast-archive/
• https://billysamoa.com/video-carousel/
• https://billysamoa.com/blog-with-sidebar/

Scott Miller

• https://www.scottjeffreymiller.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/scottmillerj1
• https://twitter.com/scottmillerj1
• https://www.instagram.com/scottjeffreymiller/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmillerj1/

Mentioned

• https://tinyhabits.com/book/
• https://bobby-herrera.com/
• https://www.franklincovey.com/speakers-bureau/sean-covey/

This is an encore episode and was originally published on August 26, 2022

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Ever had to lead a project without being the official leader? Lots of people have. Today, unofficial project managers are like secret heroes. But how do they do it without the fancy title or training? Let's find out together.

In today’s episode of the Insight Out podcast, I am joined by Kory Kogon, Vice President and Content Development and Bestselling Author at FranklinCovey. 

During our conversation, we talk about her book Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager and insights on project management and leadership. Kogon emphasizes the importance of leading people, setting clear expectations, and effectively closing projects. She advocates for learning from retrospectives and choosing the right project management tools that align with project principles. Kogon also discusses the integration of waterfall and agile methodologies, stressing the significance of aligning projects with organizational values. She concludes by highlighting the mindset of value, people, and process as the key to success for project managers.

In this episode, you will learn the following:

• Understanding the productivity paradox in the knowledge worker era
• The significance of leading with clarity and purpose, regardless of position
• The benefits of conducting retrospectives for continuous learning and improvement
• Key to success for unofficial project managers
• Advice on choosing project management tools that align with key principles
• The value plus people plus process mindset

In This Episode:

• [03:14] - Introducing the productivity paradox
• [04:14] - Changes in society and productivity
• [06:25] - Tips for making high-value decisions 
• [06:36] - The five choices for project management
• [08:18] - Update on of the book
• [10:11] - Unofficial project managers and their challenges
• [11:55] - Pitfalls causing project failures
• [14:15] - Tips to improve engagement 
• [19:36] - Discoveries and surprises in research
• [23:50] - Self-awareness and Leadership
• [24:54] - Actionable insights from the book
• [27:33] - Postmortem and debrief
• [30:59] - Selecting project management tools
• [35:15] - Blending Waterfall and Agile
• [38:16] - Defining value in project management
• [41:46] - Leadership Mindset in Project Management

Notable Quotes

• [04:37] "Now we're in the knowledge worker world where we're paid to think, innovate, create, and execute." -Kogon

• [04:51] “It's no longer about time management. It's more about how do I make the best decisions” -Kogon

• [14:34] “The overarching mindset for a leader needs to be that it's the value of the project plus people plus process equals project success.”-Kogon

• [29:16] "Recognizing people and letting them know that they did a good job lights up their brain more than if you gave them cash."- Kogon

•  [[42:19] “If you want to change behavior or little, work on your behaviors, but if you want quantum leaps in behavior, work on your mindset.” -Kogon

Resources and Links

Kory Kogon

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/kory-kogon/
• https://www.franklincovey.com/

Billy Samoa 

• https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/
• https://www.youtube.com/@BillySamoa
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/billysamoa/

Mentioned Book

• Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager

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Have you ever had a mentor who saw potential in you that you couldn't see in yourself probably because of fear? 

In today’s episode of the Insight Out podcast, I sit down with Loren Greiff, Founder & CEO of PortfolioRocket, empowering C-suite and executive leaders to amplify their impact by over 10X. Specializing in hidden job market strategies, Loren equips professionals for lasting success amidst C-suite turnover. 

In our conversation, we talk about her journey from advertising and recruiting to founding Portfolio Rocket. Loren discusses overcoming fear, creating a safe space for clients, and the importance of community. She highlights the role of insights in personal growth and shares how her English teacher's belief in her and her creativity shaped her path. The episode delves into Loren’s backstory, her business's success, and her dedication to helping executives navigate career transitions with support and guidance.

Trust me, this is one conversation you won't want to miss!

In this episode, you will learn:

• The significance of building a supportive community that helps individuals overcome fear
• How moments of clarity and insight can profoundly influence our lives
• The power of creativity and intentionality in shaping a fulfilling life and career

In This Episode:

• [03:31] Loren’s background
• [05:35] Influences that shaped Lauren into the person she is today
• [07:42] Loren’s early recognition of her creativity
• [09:30] The metaphor of termites
• [12:20] The Power of Proximity
• [12:44] Generational Creative Influence
• [18:40] Loren’s journey to J. Walter Thompson and the insights she gained
• [24:26] Attention to detail and advertising
• [30:01] Transition into recruiting
• [36:23] “Yippee" leaving corporate and starting a business
• [41:18] Conception of Portfolio Rocket
• [46:47] Challenges of entrepreneurship
• [50:24] Refining the methodology and testing ideas
• [52:22] Building the curriculum
• [54:03] Loren’s take on her amazing recommendations
• [55:41] The experience of working with Loren
• [57:10] Loren’s on the value proposition
• [01:02:06] Outstanding features in the core-curriculum
• [01:07:16] Tools for enhancing client networking
• [01:12:00] The impact of networking groups like Chief
• [01:15:17] The big needle movers in Loren’s business

Notable Quotes

• [11:37] “Surround yourself with people who are doing what it is that you want to be doing.” - Loren

• [33:11] “To be a great matchmaker, you need to understand both parties.” - Billy

•  [36:35] “This email called Yippie is that that was what was the linchpin or the catalyst.” - Loren 

• [41:35]” The idea for Portfolio Rocket came to me when I was in my lowest of low places.” - Loren

• [50:24] “What stops people from moving forward is typically fear.” Loren 

• [01:07:20] “You can be the best networker and be an introvert. There is no prototype for a good networker. “ Loren

• [01:15:19] The big needle movers for me are embracing risk always.” Loren

Resources

Loren Greiff

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/
• https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/
• Career Blast in a Half Loren Greiff’s Podcast

Billy Samoa 

• https://www.instagram.com/billysamoa/
• https://www.youtube.com/@BillySamoa
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/billysamoa/

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David Meltzer is a three-time international best-selling author, a Top 100 Business Coach, the executive producer of Entrepreneur‘s #1 digital business show, Elevator Pitch, and host of the top entrepreneur podcast, The Playbook. 

And he’s quickly tracking towards his mission to empower OVER 1 BILLION people to be happy!

As if that’s not enough, he’s the Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire.

Tune in to see him deliver what he delivers best: value.

What we discuss with David:

• [03:34] - How he got involved with vibration and meditation
• [05:48] - Why he was not happy and fulfilled even being financially sufficient
• [07:00] - What a world just enough for me means
• [08:57] - The lesson he learned from a lizard
• [11:00] - The advantage we have today
• [13:05] - The insight he got from his mom
• [15:40] - The biggest adversaries that people carry about him
• [16:46] - The impact his grandma has on him
• [18:00] - The patterns that you have to look at in your life
• [20:00] - The power of receiving
• [22:41] - His thoughts about gratitude
• [24:24] - 5 daily practices that allow you to take control of your values
• [25:04] - 4 steps of Ferocious Buddha
• [26:29] - A tactical approach to cancel the negative thoughts

Notable quotes:

• [03:21] - “Everything in life is vibration.”
• [04:15] - “Truth vibrates the fastest.”
• [08:16] - “We are just an instance of a second away to understand that everything comes through me for us.”
• [08:30] - “Money doesn’t buy happiness.”
• [16:30] - “Stupid people get bored. Smart people figure out things to do.”
• [20:10] - “The more I will give, the more I will receive.”
• [22:00] - “I can’t be poor enough to make you rich. But I can be rich enough to make you rich.”
• [22:50] - “Pain is an indicator, not a stop signal. It is an indicator that you have a lesson to learn. It tells you to get to a better place.”

USEFUL RESOURCES/ LINKS:

David’s Website: https://dmeltzer.com/

Podcast: https://www.entrepreneur.com/listen/playbook

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/davidmeltzer

Social Media:

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This is an encore episode and was originally published on September 21, 2020

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