After our conversation with Ian MacGregor, a key moment stood out- Ian spoke about recognizing the signals and clues in his past including his natural strengths in pro cycling - and how those could be carried into business. It’s a powerful idea: that potential isn’t bound to one domain! The skills you have built can translate into something entirely new. For anyone in the midst of a transition, Ian’s story is a reminder to reflect on your own experiences, not only what you did but how you did it. They may hold the very strengths you need for what comes next! Prompt: What signals from your past have helped shape your future? Listen to the full conversation with Ian on Around the Corner. Now streaming on YouTube & Spotify! Don’t miss this powerful conversation. ▶️ https://hubs.ly/Q03LLdGv0 ᯤ https://hubs.ly/Q03LLgnT0 🌐 https://hubs.ly/Q03LLbpy0 📷 https://hubs.ly/Q03LLg480 Be part of the conversation—comment below with your leadership stories or questions. Share with your network and help us grow this community of purposeful leaders. Skratch Labs Megan Luu Rev. Dr. Ayana James, ACC, FEA, ICD.D #STRAADInc #DualPerformanceSystem #FutureFocusedLeadership #AroundtheCorner

Thanks for listening to Around the Corner and for being part of the conversation. We had such a great conversation with Ian MacGregor, and our conversation began and ended with Ian reflecting on what parts of his leadership he carries forward and where his learning edges still remain. It’s a powerful take-away and reminder that leadership is never static. It asks for ongoing reflection, honesty, and growth. For us, this connects directly to the work we do with clients: future-focused leadership always begins with leading self - clarifying purpose, naming vision, and paying attention to the practices that shape reflection. Prompt: What practices help you “lead self” in your own leadership? Follow for more conversations like this, and share with someone who would enjoy it. Now streaming on YouTube & Spotify! ▶️ https://lnkd.in/gQcehKR3 ᯤ   https://lnkd.in/gPuh6eFz 🌐 https://straadinc.com/ 📷 https://lnkd.in/g-daKrDq Skratch Labs Megan Luu Rev. Dr. Ayana James, ACC, FEA, ICD.D #STRAADInc #DualPerformanceSystem #FutureFocusedLeadership #AroundtheCorner

Growth starts with truth. In this episode of Innovation Meets Leadership®️, Natalie Born - MBA PMP CSM sits down with Doug C. Brown, CEO of CEO Sales Strategies, to talk about the power of setting truthful goals—the kind that align with reality, clarity, and commitment. From defining what success really looks like to assessing whether your team is ready to do the work it takes, Doug shares practical insights to help leaders turn ambition into achievable growth. 🎧 Listen in now : 🔥 Apple: https://lnkd.in/eG5CZfFJ 🔥 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gxt2WmzB 🔥 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eMCdbp9a 🔥 Show Notes: https://lnkd.in/eh_xNtuC #InnovationMeetsLeadership #SalesStrategy #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessGrowth

🌍 Agility in a world of constant change In our latest #FiresideWithFounders snippet, Mark Anand from Blueprint Partners shares how their ability to pivot quickly has given them the power to say yes when opportunities arise — and that’s been key to their growth. 🚀 🎧 Watch the full episode via the link in bio or on Spotify. #Agility #Leadership #ScaleUp #Consulting #Adaptability #Innovation

Legacy vs. Erasure Succession isn’t an exit. It’s a legacy. For many first-time leaders, especially immigrants, stepping aside can feel like erasure. It isn’t. If you don’t build pipelines, you build dependencies. And dependencies create fragility. In our new episode of Here’s the Deal, we unpack how great leaders design succession as continuity, not control: - Build people, not bottlenecks. - Measure yourself by what endures after you. - Make “handoff readiness” a KPI, not an afterthought. 🎧 Watch on YouTube. Listen on Spotify/Apple/Amazon. 🔗https://lnkd.in/gZKgV6gi 🔗https://lnkd.in/gSZJbefX 🔗[https://lnkd.in/g_hJ7Zdf) 🔗https://lnkd.in/gYQtjfVB If this hit home, share it with a rising leader. #SuccessionPlanning #Leadership #CorporateGovernance #Legacy

The secret to effective prompting isn't about the latest tech; it's the wealth of knowledge seasoned professionals bring to the table. Their years of experience, customer insights, and unique stories are the 'secret sauce.' Youtube: https://lnkd.in/gwUE76k6 Apple: https://lnkd.in/gsaRTRQc Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gPipDj2q For those who think they might be 'too old' for new trends, it’s quite the opposite: experience is invaluable when it comes to crafting effective prompts. The longer one has been in the business, the more insights they have to leverage. #prompting #businessexperience #professionalgrowth #leadership #communication #strategicthinking

Growth demands focus. If everyone’s half-in, the customer always loses. When leaders try to juggle too many priorities, both end up suffering. Fitz and Liz dig into how split attention erodes team alignment and customer trust — especially when departments start pointing fingers instead of working together. Real leadership means fully owning one lane until it runs smoothly. YouTube → https://lnkd.in/gw3sQbzP Spotify → https://lnkd.in/gT9WVVRp Apple → https://lnkd.in/g4-BX4_3 #CustomerExperience #BusinessGrowth #Teamwork #CustomerService #Leadership #LeadershipDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #IndustryInsights #FitzAndFransonPodcast #ProfessionalDevelopment

When small-scale investors decide to take on larger projects, mindset becomes the game-changer. Scaling up means moving from hands-on control to leadership, delegation, and strategic thinking. Learn how to make that shift without losing your edge—or your profits. 🎧 Listen to Episode 15 here: Apple: https://lnkd.in/gFxxm2aX Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gyHDjtg6 #RealEstateInvesting #InvestorMindset #ScalingUp #Leadership #Cash4Flippers

Is “quiet coasting” really a thing, or just a label leaders put on employees who are setting boundaries? In our latest How They Lead episode, Ben Wade and Fran unpack a challenge many leaders are noticing: 👉 When someone leaves on time, takes a proper lunch, or switches off at the weekend, does that signal disengagement, or is it actually a sign of smarter, healthier work? What might look like “coasting” could, in reality, be an employee protecting their focus and energy, so they can perform better long-term. For leaders, the challenge is clear: ✔️ Don’t confuse boundaries with lack of commitment. ✔️ Learn to spot the difference between disengagement and strategic rest. ✔️ Build a culture where performance and well-being fuel each other. Listen to the full conversation on How They Lead: YouTube: https://lnkd.in/d_wvRPTE Apple: https://lnkd.in/d3Rb6b7s Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dQdz-PaX #Leadership #HowTheyLead #QuietCoasting #WorkplaceCulture #WestPeak

🔥Listening isn’t passive—it’s a leadership superpower. 🔥 In this episode, Natalie Born - MBA PMP CSM sits down with Scott Smith, CEO of TRUE Network Advisors, to explore how listening with empathy, leading with authenticity, and designing experiences that matter can transform teams and communities. From scaling True from 19 to 93+ agencies to balancing kindness with clarity, Scott shares how leaders can build trust that lasts. 🎧 Listen in now- 🔥 Apple: https://lnkd.in/eG5CZfFJ 🔥 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gxt2WmzB 🔥 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eMCdbp9a 🔥 Show Notes: https://lnkd.in/eh_xNtuC #InnovationMeetsLeadership #ScottSmith #AuthenticLeadership #CommunityBuilding #LeadershipDevelopment