The John Eades Podcast

Follow My Lead is a podcast created for you, the young professional, millennial, or aspiring leader. If you are looking for tips, tricks, and hacks from experts about leadership, you are in the right place. Through our interviews we transfer struggles, stories, and best practices of today's leaders to the leaders of tomorrow.

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Episodes

Purpose Driven Leadership in Action with Rodney Showmar

In season 29, episode 4, Rodney Showmar joins the show. He is the CEO of Arkansas Federal Credit Union. A thriving organization with over 300 employees and 92,000 members. He is a phenomenal leader who embraces a growth mindset and encourages you to as well. You can follow or connect with Rodney on Linkedin. In the show, we cover: - Data versus judgment based decision making - Purpose-driven leadership - Employee burnout real or not? - How to rise the ranks in an organization the right way - and...

Mar 17, 2021•39 min•Season 29Ep. 4

The Power of Power in Leadership

"Influence over others has its greatest impact when it's earned, not given." In season 29, episode 3, John Eades covers the important topic of power in leadership. You can join the next Coaching for Excellence Workshop here

Mar 10, 2021•17 min•Season 29Ep. 3

Sometimes It's As Simple As Asking

"The key to your success is to ask. To ask again and again and never stop." In season 29, episode 2, Mark and Crystal Hansen join John Eades to talk about their book, " Ask! The Bridge Between Your Destiny and Your Dreams ." In the show, we cover: Why people don't ask for what they want Why the act of asking for help is so powerful And much more This show is brought to you by LearnLoft. Sign Up for an upcoming Live Leadership Workshop here ....

Mar 03, 2021•27 min•Season 29Ep. 2

How to Be Proactive with Restraint Versus Reactive at Work

"You should do at least one thing today to help yourself tomorrow." In season 29, episode 1, John Eades covers the difference between a proactive vs. reactive approach at work and how to leverage proactive restraint to improve performance. In the show, he covers: - The difference in being proactive versus reactive at work - Why you need restraint to help if you're proactive - How to be more proactive to help you be successful.

Feb 24, 2021•20 min•Season 29Ep. 1

The Mental Game of Leadership with Bhrett McCabe

"The job of a leader and a coach is a thankless job because you can never do enough." In season 28, episode 10, John Eades is joined by Dr. Bhrett McCabe. He is a clinical and sports psychologist. You can learn more about McCabe here . In the show, they cover: - Winner's Mindset - What's changed about leadership - The Mental Game of leadership - and much more...

Feb 17, 2021•33 min•Season 28Ep. 10

Great Leaders Start with Belief with Amy Kelly

“One person can change the belief of an organization.” In season 28, episode 9, John is joined by Amy P. Kelly . She believes in people and helps them grow as the VP of Consulting at the Jon Gordon companies and keynote speaker. She talks in great detail about belief and why it's important in leadership, organizations, and families.

Feb 10, 2021•32 min•Season 28Ep. 9

Be a Better Leader, Have a Better Life with Rob Siegfried

“If the company isn’t doing well, it’s because of the leader.” In season 28, episode 8, Rob Siegfried joins the show. Rob is the Founder and CEO of The Siegfried Group, is a leading, national CPA firm that helps financial executives with effective leadership and successful execution. They provide leadership advisory and talent delivery services that allow financial executives to better enhance clarity, prioritization, and innovation. They match those leaders with the high-potential financial tal...

Feb 03, 2021•43 min•Season 28Ep. 8

How to Use Empathy to Accelerate Connection

"Empathy accelerates connection, and connection is the key to leadership." In season 28, John Eades digs into empathy and leadership. You can register for the next Coaching for Excellence Workshop . Register for the Leadership Development Day , use the code "LDDLearnLoft" to get 20% off. In the show, John covers: - Great Story about General Mattis - Why great leaders have empathy - The difference between empathy and sympathy - How to lead with empathy...

Jan 27, 2021•18 min•Season 28Ep. 7

How to Embrace the Extraordinary with Jim Roddy

"Ordinary people will extraordinary feats when their energy is properly channeled." In season 28, episode 6, John is joined by Jim Roddy. He is the author of The Walk-On Method to Career and Business Success . In the show, we cover: - Why people love the underdog story - Why Rudy isn't a one and a million story - How to take the steps to run Uphill - And much more....

Jan 20, 2021•20 min•Season 28Ep. 6

Run Your Race and Run it Well

"You get to decide if you are going to run your race by accident or by excellence, and no one can choose for you." In season 28 episode 5, John Eades covers the topic of running your race and running it well. In the show, he covers: The story of Secretariat Why vision is so important How to set clear goals Why it's essential to persevere while in relentless pursuit. Join the next Coaching for Excellence Workshop Here...

Jan 13, 2021•14 min•Season 28Ep. 5

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