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Compete Every Day with Jake Thompson | A Show for Driven Leaders

The show for ambitious leaders who want to improve their performance & influence. Discover tangible steps you can take to build a grittier, resilient mindset & the positive leadership influence required to excel in today’s competitive world. You’ll receive encouragement and practical wisdom each week with Jake Thompson, a global leadership performance coach and the founder of Compete Every Day. Learn key mental, habitual, & influential skills that impactful leaders leverage to succeed in their professional and personal lives. For more information on how you can build a competitive edge in your career, visit CompeteEveryDay.com.
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Have You Gotten on Their Level Recently?

CLICK HERE to get your virtual ticket to the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference! When was the last time you got on their level to better connect and relate to those you lead? Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Nov 13, 20244 min

Who Can You Shine a Spotlight on?

CLICK HERE to get your virtual ticket to the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference! Who can you as a leader shine a spotlight on this week to "make them the star?" Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Nov 11, 20245 min

What Can a Leader Do this Morning?

CLICK HERE to get your virtual ticket to the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference! No matter which side of the aisle you support, what should a Leader do this morning? Jake shares his non-political thoughts following the 2024 election and an idea for how each of us can approach the rest of this week. Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Nov 06, 202411 min

A Simple Way to Increase Your Happiness

Click here to grab your Virtual Ticket to the Strive to Impact Conference! Learn how to increase your happiness this month by incorporating a small, simple habit into your daily routine. Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Nov 04, 202414 min

Morning Memo: Hear. See. Do.

CLICK HERE to get your virtual ticket to the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference! In a new "Morning Memo Series," join Jake on his morning walk to discuss leadership practices and why what we say isn't always as clear as we expect it to be. Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Oct 30, 20245 min

A Leadership Impact Challenge

CLICK HERE to get your virtual ticket to the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference! We've got 64 days left in 2024 - are you up to taking on this episode's leadership challenge to help you increase your impact over the final two months of the year? Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Oct 29, 202410 min

How to Leave Your MARK as a Leader

CLICK HERE to get your virtual ticket to the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference! Dive behind the scenes of one of my recent talks to a basketball team on legacy and how each of us as leaders can take four specific actions to leave our M.A.R.K. on others! Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Oct 23, 202418 min

If You Believe It, You're Empowered to Achieve It

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! The stories we tell ourselves have a great influence on how we show up. Learn what the latest studies on neuroplasticity show about our ability to grow and change at almost any age. Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Oct 21, 202411 min

Adversity to Advantage with Lance Cibik

Click here to grab your virtual ticket for the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference! Lance Cibik joins the show to share his inspirational story and how he 'beat the odds' to find success in sports and post-playing career - and how it's applicable to your work. We dive into how to "Keep it Simple, Stay Consistent, and Achieve Results." Take next steps with Lance by: Following him on LinkedIn Learn more about his work on his website here . ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset...

Oct 16, 202424 min

No Deposit. No Return.

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! "You can either lower your goals to match your effort or you can raise your effort to match your goals." - Mike Krzyzewski. Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE...

Oct 14, 20248 min

What Are You Willing to Struggle With?

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! Success in life comes down to what struggles are you willing to wrestle with. Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Oct 09, 202413 min

Don't Break the Chain

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! If you want to build a strong habit, use this lesson from comedic legend, Jerry Seinfeld. Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Oct 07, 20245 min

What Every Leader Should Communicate Every Day with Eric Anderton

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! Eric Anderton has more than two decades of career and entrepreneurial business experience, alongside 25 years of public speaking, small group facilitation and one-on-one mentoring. He is a trusted leadership advisor, executive mentor and expert meeting facilitator for construction companies that range in revenue from $10 million - $1 billion. Today he joins the podcast to discuss how we can lead more effective...

Oct 02, 202426 min

Be a Kind Leader - not a Nice One

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! There is a difference between being 'nice' and being 'kind.' Being an impactful leader requires putting aside the niceties to be more kind and more courageous. Here's why. Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Sep 30, 20245 min

The Power of Perseverance with GoBrewing's Joe Chura

Joe Chura co-founded GO Brewing, a non-alcoholic beer brand based in Chicagoland. Joe joins the show to discuss the inspiration for his NA line and how he built his mindset and life after a start of poor decisions. You'll be inspired and challenged by Joe's story of perseverance and grit to have the success of building his first company (which was acquired) and this new venture into NA space. Take next steps with Joe by: Following him on Instagram or LinkedIn Check out GoBrewing to learn more ab...

Sep 25, 202438 min

Why Leaders Set & Pursue Goals They May Not Even Reach

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! There are special things that happen when you set a target beyond your reach - so far that you might not even reach it. Discover why it's vital that as we head into Q4, you take the current goal you've set and make it bigger . Connect with Jake: Instagram @JakeThompsonSpeaks LinkedIn @JakeThompsonSpeaks ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Sep 23, 202412 min

Leadership Lessons from Building Two Brands with Harbor's Kevin Lavelle

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! Kevin Lavelle founded Mizzen + Main, the first performance dress shirt for men, and is currently the co-founder of Harbor, a baby monitoring service unlike anything on the market today. Kevin has experience building two global brands and shares leadership lessons from his two different entrepreneurial journeys that we can all relate to currently. Take next steps with Kevin by: Following him on X or LinkedIn Ch...

Sep 18, 202433 min

The Two Challenges Every Leader Faces

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! There are two challenges every leader & high performer faces. The first is a common one most people are aware of, and the second is the one that catches people off-guard. Learn what they are and how you can take a page from Greek mythology to face them. ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Sep 16, 202410 min

Better Storytelling for Leaders with Katie Quesada

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! Katie is an acclaimed speaker and consultant who is deeply passionate about the art of storytelling. Katie has recently worked with top brands like Zillow, United Healthcare, American Eagle Outfitters (and more!) to ignite their story for more effective communication, high trust within teams, and immediate ROI. She joins today's show to discuss why leaders need to be great storytellers in today's competitive w...

Sep 11, 202434 min

How to Get Better, Faster

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! What can you do to speed up the process of improvement? It's not a shortcut or a hack, but it is a proven two-step method that will help you get better faster . ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Sep 09, 20249 min

Embrace Your Inner REBEL with Graham Cochrane

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! Grab our BRAND NEW Go Against the Grain release HERE & save 15% with code PODCAST at checkout! Graham Cochrane is a 7-figure entrepreneur, TEDx and keynote speaker, and bestselling author of How To Get Paid For What You Know and Rebel: Find Yourself by Not Following The Crowd . He joins today's episode to discuss the idea of rebellion and how standing out is the way to live in your purpose as a leader. Ord...

Sep 04, 202440 min

Turn PRO as a Leader

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! Why a shift in thinking - and looking at yourself as a PRO - could be what elevates the outcomes you start producing. ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Sep 02, 202417 min

What Do Baseball Cards Have to Do With Confidence?

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! Collecting baseball cards is a good lesson for collecting confidence. Learn why and how you can start building your collection this week. ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Aug 28, 202420 min

The Plan You Start With

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! How to relieve yourself of having the perfect plan to get started after that goal or career pivot. ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Aug 26, 20244 min

Overcoming Adversity and Addiction: Erik Allen’s Journey from Rock Bottom to Redemption

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! Podcaster Erik Allen shares his journey from a turbulent childhood to becoming a leading show for entrepreneurs. Erik's story isn't just about overcoming adversity; it's about implementing strategic, actionable steps to shape a better future. In our conversation, Erik shares his practical blueprint for resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Connect with Erik on Instagram here . ___________________ Contin...

Aug 21, 202430 minSeason 8Ep. 825

Declare It Then Dominate It

CLICK HERE to reserve your seat at the 2024 Strive to Impact Conference on November 1! What would your organization look like if you started a "Declaration Day" tradition today? ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE ....

Aug 19, 20245 minSeason 8Ep. 824

The New Whole30 with Melissa Urban

Whole30 co-founder and current CEO Melissa Urban joins today's episode to discuss boundaries, nutrition, and her newest book, The New Whole30. Connect with Whole30 team on Instagram here or visit their website here . Order Melissa's book, The New Whole30, here . Jake mentioned two podcast interviews Melissa did on the show. They are: How I Built This (with Guy Raz) - link Set Better Boundaries (with Liz Moody) - link ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's epi...

Aug 14, 202433 minSeason 8Ep. 823

This Is When You Can't Preach Leadership

There's one specific point in your career that you can't preach leadership. Unfortunately most people fail to realize when this moment is. ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE .

Aug 12, 20247 minSeason 8Ep. 822

Move or Die with Super Bowl Winning Strength Coach Chris Carlisle

Chris Carlisle was a football strength coach, winning championships in both the NFL with the Seattle Seahawks and NCAA with the USC Trojans. In today's episode, Chris shares takeaways from his book, Move or Die , and the three things that can get in our way of growth and success if we let them . Connect with Chris on his website here . Order Chris' book, Move or Die, here . ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE...

Aug 07, 202437 minSeason 8Ep. 821

Leave Pebbles for Your Team

Take a page from Penguins this week to help build connection & trust with your team so they're more open to coaching feedback throughout the year. ___________________ Continue building your Competitor Mindset after today's episode by clicking HERE

Aug 05, 20245 minSeason 8Ep. 820
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