How to Deal With Uncertainty and Upheaval
Applied Leadership Podcast
Within the ALPs team, with our families, friends, and business partners, we've been hearing a lot about how we're supposed to manage and deal with all the uncertainty, strife, upheaval, and stress swirling all around us. It can be difficult not to get lost in the infinite amount of information on the news and on social media and feel a sense of despair and hopelessness. It's one thing to try and stay informed, versus being absorbed by it all. We've found that what works for us is getting off our phones and spending more in-person time with those around us. Not putting our heads in the sand,...
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What's Worked For Us in Building a Leadership Business
Applied Leadership Podcast
We get asked often about what we have done to kick our business off, keep it going and lessons learned from building leadership development business. We talk with people who feel they have something to offer and want to build a similar opportunity. In this episode we offer some considerations on what to think about before you get started -- Understand what you bring to the marketplace. You have to know who you are and who you aren't. -- Have a uniqe perspective. What value are you providing that others aren't? Provide a unique window on perspective and content so you aren't parroting...
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Special Guest George M. Dougherty, author of "Beast in the Machine: How Robotics and AI Will Transform Warfare and the Future of Human Conflict"
Applied Leadership Podcast
Join us for a conversation with special guest, George Dougherty. We discuss the proliferation of AI, the effects of it on human performance, relationships, leadership and trust. George is a senior military leader, scientist, and business strategist. In his service as an active duty and reserve officer, he held the second-highest military position in U.S. Air Force science and technology. He is co-author of the Air Force’s current science and technology strategy, which established a renewed focus on transformational capabilities. He led technical programs and units, and helped develop...
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Imposter Syndrome Part 2 - What If We Really Are Faking It?
Applied Leadership Podcast
Following up from our last episode, we continue our conversation on Imposter Syndrome. This week, we focus on the topic of what if we REALLY are faking it? What if we are acting like a true imposter in the role we are in? Here are some earnest questions to ask yourself: Do you understand what you're trying to be and what you're trying to do? Or are you focused on the idea of it? Are you just doing the moves or are you doing the work? Do you feel overlooked or needing attention? We hope you enjoy this conversation. If you've been struggling with a version of Imposter Syndrome, we hope...
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How to Deal with Imposter Syndrome
Applied Leadership Podcast
Every leader deals with Imposter Syndrome at some point in their life. You are not alone and it is so normal. And it can happen and pop up when you least expect it. There's a reason you're in the position that you're in - whether it's a management position, training people in a skill or speaking in front of a group, you do have relevant experience and skills to share. Get out of your head and into the space you've been asked to be in!
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Staying Encouraged and Steadfast During Times of Difficulty
Applied Leadership Podcast
Continuing our conversation from our last episode about quitting, today we want to discuss staying focused and steadfast during the hard times. Paying attention to what is happening around you and how you're feeling. The importance of bringing friends, teammates and mentors with you. Sharing responsibility for getting things done with those around you. What to do when you've been at it a while, and all you feel is discouraged. Adjusting the "hows" instead of the "whats" of our endeavors before we quit.
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When Is The Right Time To....Quit?
Applied Leadership Podcast
We don't like the Q-word at ALPs and it's hard to even say it. So, let's rephrase - how do we know when it's time to stop doing something - to stop a project, an initiative, a certain direction, etc.? It depends. If it's something that's harmful to you or others, the answer is probably now. If the answer is more ambiguous, then you should ask yourself more questions. How long have you been at it, in earnest? Is there solid data on the effort? Is it something that will be worthwhile down the road and you're called to finish it? What's the why behind your efforts? We...
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Remote Work vs. In Person
Applied Leadership Podcast
Throughout our careers, we've worked both in offices and remotely, growing and building businesses with totally remote teams and in a brick-and-mortar location. Connection matters no matter what your workspace is like. Sharing space with people brings with it a certain value that cannot be reached virtually alone. Genuine connection, sharing stories, and time with each other are priceless. Working remotely takes more focus and intentionality, but can be just as rewarding. It all comes down to the nature of the business, of your people, and those you serve. There's no right answer for every...
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Special Episode from West Point
Applied Leadership Podcast
In this special episode, Blayne and Brandon talk about what it's like coming back to West Point and, overall, being rooted in a community that matters. Blayne graduated in 2001 and Brandon had an Active Duty assignment on the Superintendants Staff. They filmed this episode after leading a half-day workshop to an impressive group of 140 cadets, talking about how perseverance is greater than endurance and difficult conversations. Sharing this unique opportunity together to share stories with a group of future leaders in the Army on hallowed ground of West Point, was a special experience...
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Learning From History
Applied Leadership Podcast
One theme that is dominating our conversations with our partners, our colleagues, friends and family lately is common feeling of uncertainty. In this episode, we take our memory back to 2020 and 2021 during the pandemic, the last time we had a fairly high degree of uncertainty. What did we learn from our experiences in 2020-2021? Trying not to get lost in the fray of panic. Being discerning as to what you're allowing into your brain, consciousness and concern. Shrink your world down to what you can manage to make better Control the controllables
info_outlineOne theme that is dominating our conversations with our partners, our colleagues, friends and family lately is common feeling of uncertainty.
In this episode, we take our memory back to 2020 and 2021 during the pandemic, the last time we had a fairly high degree of uncertainty.
- What did we learn from our experiences in 2020-2021?
- Trying not to get lost in the fray of panic.
- Being discerning as to what you're allowing into your brain, consciousness and concern.
- Shrink your world down to what you can manage to make better
- Control the controllables