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Podcast Episode #61 — Four Ways You Influence Others

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 61: Four Ways You Influence Others.

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LDR 061: Four Ways You Influence Others

Update: Sad News… But Much Thanks and Appreciation

Hi friends! In last week’s episode, I shared a story about my cousin that was lost in the Utah mountains. I want to thank each of you for your prayers and thoughts this past week. 

I say with a very heavy heart that the rescuers found him, but unfortunately he did not make it. The area where he was lost was very rugged country. They found him about a mile and a half from his campsite where he had fallen down a ravine and passed away. 

He was a great man that was loved by all and he had a special way of making everyone feel important. He also sincerely cared about each person he met. Overall, he was just a great person and truly exemplified what it means to be a great leader.  [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #61 — Four Ways You Influence Others

Podcast Episode #60 — Five Things Good Listeners Do

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 60: Five Things Good Listeners Do.

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LDR 060: Five Things Good Listeners Do

Please Help Me! I sincerely need your help!

Hi friends! Before we get into today’s episode, I want to ask you for a special personal favor. I have a cousin that is an avid outdoorsman, camper, and backpacker. Every year he and his family do an annual backpacking trip. They have been doing it for more than 25 years and always go to the same area. They understand the greatness of the mountains and the importance of emergency preparedness. This year was no different.

This past week they went on their annual trip. On Wednesday night, my cousin, Ray Humphreys went to get some water from the nearby Hidden Lake to put out their fire, but never came back. After a short time, the rest of the family realized he hadn’t come back and they began searching for him. After a bit, they couldn’t find him so they contacted search and rescue. They have been searching for him every day since Wednesday and he is still missing.

He is located in the Uintas Mountains near Kamas, UT. If you are in the area and want to join the search party, please let me know and I can put you in touch with the right people. You can email me at BrandonWJones@LeadershipDoneRight.com or send me a direct message on Facebook or Twitter. If joining the search party is not an option, Please keep Ray and the search party in your prayers. I will include a link to additional information on the show notes page. I am deeply grateful to you for your support and help on this!

Sneak Peek

Alright, in today’s episode, I am going to discuss how you can become a better listener by doing these five things that good listeners do. By implementing these techniques, you will become a better listener, improve your relationships with others, and overall just become happier as a result! [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #60 — Five Things Good Listeners Do

Podcast Episode #59 — Leadership Greatness by Small and Simple Actions

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 59: Leadership Greatness by Small and Simple Actions.Leadership Done Right Podcast

LDR 059: Leadership Greatness by Small and Simple Actions

In today’s episode, I will discuss how to become great leaders through small and simple means. We’ll discuss five actions you can take daily to become a great leader.

The Search for Gold

I want to start with a story from a speech I heard by M. Russell Ballard called Finding Joy through Loving Service. He said:

Oftentimes we are like the young merchant from Boston, who in 1849, as the story goes, was caught up in the fervor of the California gold rush. He sold all of his possessions to seek his fortune in the California rivers, which he was told were filled with gold nuggets so big that one could hardly carry them.

Discouragement Through Difficulties

Day after endless day, the young man dipped his pan into the river and came up empty. His only reward was a growing pile of rocks. Discouraged and broke, he was ready to quit until one day an old, experienced prospector said to him, “That’s quite a pile of rocks you are getting there, my boy.”

The young man replied, “There’s no gold here. I’m going back home.”

Walking over to the pile of rocks, the old prospector said, “Oh, there is gold all right. You just have to know where to find it.” He picked two rocks up in his hands and crashed them together. One of the rocks split open, revealing several flecks of gold sparkling in the sunlight.

Noticing a bulging leather pouch fastened to the prospector’s waist, the young man said, “I’m looking for nuggets like the ones in your pouch, not just tiny flecks.” [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #59 — Leadership Greatness by Small and Simple Actions

Podcast Episode #58 — Identify and Meet the Needs of Your Target Audience

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 58: Identify and Meet the Needs of Your Target Audience.

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LDR 058: Identify and Meet the Needs of Your Target Audience

Hi friends! Life is good. I hope you are doing well and enjoying life wherever you are listening.

Sneak Peek

In this week’s episode, we are going to discuss the importance of knowing your target audience. We will look at identifying your target audience, meeting their needs, and then putting it into practice on a regular basis. But first, I want to share the tip of the week.

Tip of the Week — Cultivate an Attitude of Gratitude

This week’s tip is to cultivate an attitude of gratitude! We all have so many blessings in our lives. For me, one of my biggest blessings is my family. I have a wonderful wife and we share a deep love for each other. We are each other’s best friend and really love talking to each other. We have a wonderful loving relationship. We also have great kids. They are fun but challenging at the same time.

Over the past few weeks I was apart from them. I was in Washington D.C. one week, and they went to visit my wife’s family this past week. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to go due to some other obligations. They came back yesterday and it is so good to have them back.

I heard a speech from Thomas S. Monson where he explained how important it is to have an attitude of gratitude. He said, “We can lift ourselves, and others as well, when we refuse to remain in the realm of negative thought and cultivate within our hearts an attitude of gratitude. If ingratitude be numbered among the serious sins, then gratitude takes its place among the noblest of virtues.” I strongly encourage each of us to cultivate an attitude of gratitude. Be grateful for life and all our blessings.

Target Audience

Alright, let’s talk about the target audience. Sometime back, I did some work with another leader that involved re-evaluating processes and making changes. One question asked over and over again was, “Who is our target audience and what are their needs?”

Prior to making any changes, we were constantly looking at and evaluating the needs of the target audience. To be successful, we had to identify the target audience and their needs. Meeting their needs was very important because we didn’t want to make changes just to find out we weren’t hitting meeting their needs and reaching our goals.

For leadership to be done right, you must identify and meet the needs of your target audience. Ultimately, if you don’t do this, you will struggle and maybe even fail as a leader. So how do you identify and meet the needs of your target audience? [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #58 — Identify and Meet the Needs of Your Target Audience

Podcast Episode #57 – Finding Peace Through Meditation

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 57: Finding Peace Through Meditation.

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LDR 057: Finding Peace Through Meditation

Hi friends! I am back home from Washington D.C. and am getting back into the normal grind of life. The conference I went to was an exceptional conference with wonderful speakers and a fantastic exhibition hall. What was even better than all that was the chance that I had to network and connect with great people.

Tip of the Week

That brings me to the tip of the week. Always be prepared to get to know new people and network with them. When I talk about networking, I am referring to just getting to know people. Don’t be fake, put up a front, or try to be someone you are not. Instead, be your honest and true self.

Also, be a good conversationalist by asking focusing your attention on the other person. Ask them about their life. What are they excited about? What drives them to be their best self? What are their dreams and passions?

As you are sincere with people and truly work to get to know them, they will gain your trust and confidence. That’s where the saying comes in that people do business with those that they know and trust. They will also follow the leader they know and trust. So when you network, be your true self, learn about the other person, and don’t just push your agenda.

Sneak Peek

Alright, in today’s episode, we’ll discuss how to meditate and the benefits of regular meditation.

A Story of Meditation

Before we get to that, I want to share a story I pulled from the website called The Guided Meditation Site by Caz also known as Victoria. She said:

I began meditating ten years ago. Here’s my journey to meditation and a fulfilling, happy life. [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #57 – Finding Peace Through Meditation

Podcast Episode #56 – Surround Yourself With Great People

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 56: Surround Yourself With Great People.

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LDR 056: Surround Yourself With Great People

Hi friends! This week I am bringing this episode to you from Washington DC. I am recording this Sunday night and I just flew in. It was a long day of traveling but I am committed to making sure you get a new episode every Monday morning. If you are listening from the DC area, feel free to shoot me a quick email to say hi! My email address is BrandonWJones@LeadershipDoneRight.com.

Tip of the Week

Alright, as we are going into the summer, I want to share a small tip that can make all the difference in how each day goes for you. It’s a thought that was shared with me many years ago and it changed my outlook on life.

Everyday your attitude is a choice. Good and bad things will happen to you. Life is not always easy. You will likely experience difficult challenges. There will hopefully also be some wonderful great days ahead of you as well.

Through all that, no one can make you be happy, mad, sad, angry, or have any other emotion. How you feel and the choices you make are 100% within your control. [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #56 – Surround Yourself With Great People

Podcast Episode #55 — How To Improve Your Leadership with Effective Feedback

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 55: How To Improve Your Leadership with Effective Feedback.

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LDR 055: How To Improve Your Leadership with Effective Feedback

Tip of the Week

Hi friends! I hope you are doing well and enjoying life. Today, I want to start with a quick tip. As a leader or as a follower, it is so important to have patience, understanding, and just be kind.

Most leaders sincerely care about the well-being of those they lead. They work hard and do their very best. Give them the benefit of the doubt and don’t be overly critical.

If you don’t understand why they are doing something a certain way, just ask them. You never know what demands, challenges, or difficulties they face, so be understanding, patient, and try to put yourself in their shoes.

Sneak Peek

In today’s episode, we are going to look at types of feedback, how to request and give it, and four groups from which to ask feedback.

Leadership Done Right Podcast Feedback Request

With that thought in mind, I want to let you know that I am doing my very best to make each episode beneficial to each of you, so you can become a better leader. I share practical leadership tips and insights, interview great leaders with a variety of backgrounds, and share inspirational stories. [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #55 — How To Improve Your Leadership with Effective Feedback

Podcast Episode #54 — 5 Tips To Effectively Delegate

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 54: 5 Tips To Effectively Delegate.

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LDR 054: 5 Tips To Effectively Delegate

Sneak Peek

Hi friends! As someone listening to this podcast, you are probably very driven to be successful. You want to get a lot done in a short amount of time and you really want to lead others! With that mindset, you likely seek new challenges and opportunities regularly.

When you have this mindset, it is easy to take on a lot. But you can’t get it all done yourself. So how do you get it done? You do that through delegation! Today, I am going to share five tips to effectively delegate.

Take Advantage of This Free Coaching Opportunity!

Before we get to that, do you want to become a better leader? If you do, I can help you take your leadership to the next level!

I still have some open leadership coaching sessions available. In these coaching sessions, I’ll help you accelerate your career, leadership, and life so you can become the leader you are meant to be.

In these coaching sessions, we’ll discuss how you can improve yourself and your leadership. We’ll help you develop and complete challenging goals through proven goal setting strategies, and create and refine your personal development plan. In addition, I’ll guide you through leadership training to refine your communication, time management, teamwork and other leadership skills. [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #54 — 5 Tips To Effectively Delegate

Podcast Episode #53 — Eight Leadertypes in the White House with Cash Keahey

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 53: Eight Leadertypes in the White House with Cash Keahey.

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LDR 053: Eight Leadertypes in the White House with Cash Keahey

Hi friends, I am really excited about today’s episode! We have the author of the book, Eight Leadertypes in the White House. As we talk, we discuss what the eight leader types are, how he came up with them, and why he chose U.S. presidents as his focus for this book.

I’ll let you know right up front that this is a slightly longer episode, but stick with it through the end because he shares some great insights all the way to the end. Without further ado, let’s get to the episode!

Get to Know Cash Keahey

Podcast Episode #53 — Eight Leadertypes in the White House with Cash KeaheyOur guest today is a global leader with a gift for engaging audiences, facilitating learning and coaching leaders.

Education

He earned a bachelor’s in marketing as well as his MBA from the University of Houston.

Career

During his 23-year professional career, he gained a diverse background in corporate cultures and was exposed to many leadership styles. He learned the relationship between leadership and culture. [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #53 — Eight Leadertypes in the White House with Cash Keahey

Podcast Episode #52 — Tips To Become An Effective Listener

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Hello, and welcome to the Leadership Done Right Podcast, Episode 52: Tips To Become An Effective Listener.

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LDR 052: Tips To Become An Effective Listener

Hi friends, for those of you that are listening in the U.S. today is Memorial Day so I want to wish each of you a very happy Memorial Day! I also want to thank each the veterans listening. We owe a great deal to each of you for your hard work, sacrifice, and dedication to our freedom. I have had several veterans in my family so I definitely have a great appreciation for all you do!

Sneak Peek

Today, I am really excited to talk about effective listening skills! We’re going to discuss what an effective listener looks like, how to listen effectively, who you should listen to and why listening skills are important.

Take Advantage of This Free Coaching Opportunity!

Before we get to that, do you want to become a better leader? Do you wish you could learn from the experience of others? If you do, I can help you take your leadership to the next level!

I still have some open coaching sessions available, so send me a quick email at brandonwjones@leadershipdoneright.com, or message me on Facebook, LinkedIn, or twitter to let me know that you’d like to schedule your free coaching session today!

Learn Effective Listening Skills

Alright, let’s take a deeper look at listening skills and why they are important for great leaders! Listening skills are extremely valuable in leadership because they allow you to connect with those you lead and enable you to develop trust. It’s almost impossible to be a great leader if you can’t listen.

Some leaders learn to be good listeners at a young age while others spend many years learning to listen and still struggle. No matter where you are at on your journey though, what’s most important is that you are do your best to improve everyday. [Read more…] about Podcast Episode #52 — Tips To Become An Effective Listener