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Should We Fake It Until We Make It?
Many leaders and business owners as they are getting started…or even midway through their company’s development…experience what’s known as Imposter Syndrome.
It’s All About Relationships
If your business is struggling...99% of the time it will come down to this...you've got a people problem. DISCONNECTED. OUT OF TOUCH. You started a business to fill your needs...rather than the needs of the people you're supposed to be serving. Relationships are the...
Plausible Denialability
Plausible denialability? What’s that? Well…it’s a who new entrepreneurial term created and explained here in the Two Are Gathered Leadership Podcast.
Dealing With Frustration
The experience of being an entrepreneur who created something out of nothing and then ultimately climbed the highest mountain of their dreams...it's such a great feeling. But...it's also...SO FRUSTRATING. And, having to manage all of this frustration? It just makes...
Perfect Timing In Leadership
Whether you're a jazz musician, a ballet dancer or even a comedian...you've got to have to perfect timing. The same is true with leadership. The most skilled leaders have perfect timing. This is not a topic you hear discussed in too many business circles, but it may...
Telling The Truth
Most leaders lie on occasion. Some tell little lies. Some tell medium lies. And, there are those who frequently tell Big Whoppers. But, there’s a better way.
Beating The Clock
There is one principle in business that always rings true...and it rings like a gong. That is, you're always going to have competition. And, in business there is a competitor we all share in common...and it's a fierce opponent. In just about all cases it's our most...
The Attitude Of Leadership Gratitude
One of the most important traits required to being a successful and transformational leader is often the least discussed. That’s having an attitude of gratitude.
Entrepreneurial Detoxing
Everybody knew being an entrepreneur wasn’t going to be easy…but who knew it would be this tough? We love what we do, so why is it so stressful?
Earning The Trust Of Your People
Here is the truth when it comes to being an entrepreneur or an organizational founder. Capital matters. But there is something that matters even more. Yes...if you've got the money to invest in your dreams...you'll have a shorter path and easier ride to where you're...
Finding Freedom As An Entrepreneur
Most entrepreneurs are NOT free. Many of them have constructed an elaborate prison of their own making. Sadly, in many cases, this prison of their business is not only for them, but for their family as well. You can see this written on the faces of so many...
The Power Of Belief
As business owners, entrepreneurs, inventors and wild-eyed dreamers…we are part of the creative energy of change. This change comes from the power of belief.
Painfully And Powerfully Self-Aware
As leaders, it’s important we spend a lot of time in front of the mirror. Not to improve our good looks, but rather to make us stronger leaders.
The Managed Reactions Of A Skilled Leader
As leaders…we are not in control. It’s sad. It can be difficult to deal with this truth. But…as leaders we are not in control.
Working With Difficult People
In the pursuit of a vision, leaders will always have to face obstacles along the trail to success. Perhaps none greater is having to work with difficult people.
The Precision Filters Of Leadership Success
Leaders are wild horses by nature. We want to roam the open ranges. Any talk about rules or exercising restraint are conversations we don’t really enjoy having.
My Boss Is A Jerk
My boss is a jerk. These are words that most of us have uttered at least a few times throughout our lifetime.
Somebody Has To Be The Adult
Somebody has to be the adult around here. So why does it always have to be you? Because you’re the leader.
Mastering The Art Of Cat Herding
There exists a species of followers that flat out aren’t good at following. And, they aren’t good at following because they aren’t interested in following you.
A Simple (And Powerful) Leadership Strength Test
No one wants to follow a weak leader…or even a strong leader who is experiencing an off day. And if you’re weak, you will take your entire team down with you.
Fixing The Money Problem
Entrepreneurs face many challenges. Yet, probably the most prevalent issue for organizational leaders is this: Fixing The Money Problem. How do you best do that?
The Art Of Winging It
The mature entrepreneur knows the tremendous value in being prepared, having your team ready and delivering what you promised on time and beyond expectations.
Winning The Unpopularity Contest
With politics…you only need 51% of your constituents to like you. Yet, in the business world, it’s difficult leading when you’ve got only a little support.
The Heavy, Heavy Burden Of Leadership
In this, the 100th episode of the Two Are Gathered Leadership Podcast, a topic is covered that is worthy of such a significant milestone in the journey.
Advanced Listening Techniques
It’s been said that speaking is the highest paid profession in business. But, this isn’t necessarily true. The skill of listening is even more valuable.
When Your Leadership Heart Breaks
If you’re going to be a leader or business owner for any length of time, the reality is you are going to spend a lot of time at the Leadership Heartbreak Hotel.
Those Days When You Just Don’t Feel Like It
Leadership is about motivation, perseverance and rising above the challenge. And then, there are those days…when you just don’t feel like doing anything.
Being A Trusted Advisor
We all have those people in life, those true leaders, who when we have an important decision to make…we will go to them. They are our trusted advisor.
When You Embarrass Yourself In Front Of Everyone
As a leader, all of the world is a stage. You’re the lead player, and more than anyone in your organization, you are in the spotlight, for better and for worse.
When No One Believes In You…Including Yourself
There are times on the leadership high wire when it feels like you’re walking between skyscrapers, your knees are wobbly and the winds are howling around you.