The StrongLead Podcast with Chad Hall

The StrongLead Podcast with Chad Hall helps you master the craft of leadership so you can contribute something truly amazing to the world. Get the insight, encouragement, and lessons you need to grow into a strong leader.

Ep. 284: What Only the CEO Can Do 05/13/2026

Ep. 284: What Only the CEO Can Do Most CEOs are busy, but busy doing what? In this episode, Chad shares the three things only the CEO can really provide to a company: outward focus, forward focus, and shaping culture. Whether you're at the top of the org chart or leading a team of three, this episode will help you focus your energy on the work only you can do. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/41178900

Ep. 283: The Right Way to Grow Your Skills 05/06/2026

Ep. 283: The Right Way to Grow Your Skills If you're doing leadership the right way, you're always growing your skills to meet ever-increasing level of challenges. In this week's episode, Chad talks about the two ways to grow your skills—one that leads to strength and success and another that leads to a façade and failure. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/41163900

Ep. 282: Managing Your Energy 04/29/2026

Ep. 282: Managing Your Energy We all have the same allotment of time, but it's the energy we bring to the time we have that makes all the difference. In this episode, Chad looks at four common energy drains and how we can decrease the drain so we can increase our energy to take care of what really matters. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/41034040

Ep. 281: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 04/22/2026

Ep. 281: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome When otherwise capable people keep second-guessing themselves, nobody wins. In this episode, Chad talks about imposter syndrome, why so many leaders deal with it, and four ways you can work to overcome imposter syndrome in your own leadership. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40956780

Ep. 280: Better by Chance or by Change 04/15/2026

Ep. 280: Better by Chance or by Change Most people want life to get better, but too often they leave the hard parts to chance instead of change. In this episode, Chad explores why change is so difficult, walks through five levels of readiness for change, and helps listeners see where they may be stuck. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40877910

Ep. 279: How to Drive Your Team Nuts 04/08/2026

Ep. 279: How to Drive Your Team Nuts Most leaders are not trying to drive their team nuts, but plenty do it anyway through blind spots, mixed signals, and habits that create extra work for everyone else. In this episode, Chad names three common ways leaders frustrate good people and shows what stronger leadership looks like instead. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40699905

Ep. 278: How to Coach Those You Lead 04/01/2026

Ep. 278: How to Coach Those You Lead In this episode, Chad explores the vital role of coaching in leadership, emphasizing the importance of guiding team members toward their own success rather than providing all the answers. He discusses the challenges of leading in a VUCA world—where volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity are prevalent—and the need to shift from traditional leadership styles to a coaching approach that empowers individuals. Chad introduces three essential skills for effective coaching and highlights the importance of recognizing when coaching is appropriate and when direct instruction is necessary. He closes by sharing a great resource designed to help integrate these coaching techniques into leadership practice, fostering growth and independence within teams. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40624380

Ep. 277: How to Lose Your A Players 03/25/2026

Ep. 277: How to Lose Your A Players In this episode, Chad explores the vital traits that define A players: high achievers who significantly enhance workplace culture and productivity. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and retaining A players, who are proactive and reliable team members, and identifies common pitfalls that leaders encounter which can inadvertently drive these key individuals away. This episode will enable leaders to create a thriving team dynamic. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40606615

Ep. 276: The Power of Purpose 03/18/2026

Ep. 276: The Power of Purpose A lot of people are busy working hard, but they still feel scattered, stuck, or unsatisfied. In this episode, Chad explores why purpose matters, what purpose really is, and how a clear sense of purpose can sharpen decisions, strengthen your resilience, and make both your life and your leadership more powerful. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40451310

Ep. 275: How to Stay Motivated 03/11/2026

Ep. 275: How to Stay Motivated Motivation comes and goes, but progress doesnt have to. In this episode, Chad unpacks motivation–what it is and three proven ways to increase motivation so you can reach the goals that matter to you. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40383540

Ep. 274: When Your Brain Gets Hijacked 03/04/2026

Ep. 274: When Your Brain Gets Hijacked We're all human, and something that happens to every human at some point is that we get emotionally overwhelmed—with anger, frustration, fear, or whatever. In this week's episode, Chad shares four strategies to prevent and recover from when your brain gets hijacked. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40255890

Ep. 273: Leadership is an Inside Job 02/25/2026

Ep. 273: Leadership is an Inside Job Strong leadership does not start with externals such as titles or even behaviors. The foundation of great leadership is what's inside the leader. In this week's episode, Chad shares three internal realities that you need to have right if you want to be a true leader. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40206320

Ep. 272: 3 Weak Definitions of Leadership 02/18/2026

Ep. 272: 3 Weak Definitions of Leadership Some people define leadership the wrong way. These definitions don't describe strong leadership but its opposite. In this week's episode, Chad shares three common weak definitions of leadership and how you can avoid them, overcome them, and rise above them to be a strong leader. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40047445

Ep. 271: 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Using AI 02/11/2026

Ep. 271: 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Using AI Like it or not artificial intelligence is here, and it's changing the way we do business. Unfortunately, using it well is not the norm. In this episode, Chad shares five mistakes leaders must avoid when using AI. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/40023310

Ep. 270: 3 Good Things That Get Overdone 02/04/2026

Ep. 270: 3 Good Things That Get Overdone You've heard about "too much of a good thing". In this week's episode, Chad shares three good leadership traits that can get overdone to the point of interfering with performance and degrading effectiveness: safety, information, and empathy. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39985275

Ep. 269: 5 Enemies of Greatness 01/28/2026

Ep. 269: 5 Enemies of Greatness Greatness isn't just for other people; it's also an option for you. But to get there, you have to defeat the enemies of greatness. In this episode, Chad helps you identify and defeat the five most common enemies of greatness. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39803385

Ep. 268: What the Boss Wants to Know 01/21/2026

Ep. 268: What the Boss Wants to Know Most leaders are either drowning in information or feel in the dark. In this episode, Chad breaks down what business owners actually want to know and how to communicate it fast. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39803350

Ep. 267: Four Unexpected Behaviors of True Leaders 01/14/2026

Ep. 267: Four Unexpected Behaviors of True Leaders Chad examines the key behaviors that set true leaders apart from those in leadership roles. He highlights the importance of self-leadership, prioritizing team success over personal gain, reflecting on turnover to understand leadership shortcomings, and embracing continuous growth. He encourage listeners to assess their alignment with these behaviors to enhance their leadership effectiveness and foster stronger teams. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39718465

Ep. 266: 5 End of Year Questions 01/07/2026

Ep. 266: 5 End of Year Questions Before jumping into the new year, it's smart to close out the old year properly. How do you do that? In this episode, Chad shares 5 questions that will help you review the year that just happened and prepare for the one that's to come. (Ep. 95 remastered. Originally released January 3, 2022.) Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39632060

Ep. 265: Business Acumen Is for Everybody 12/31/2025

Ep. 265: Business Acumen Is for Everybody Business acumen is about having good common sense and intuition for the business you are in. And it's not just for the bigwig leaders in the c-suite. In this episode, Chad shares three areas of business acumen that can strengthen your team, no matter their position in the org chart. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39487705

Ep. 264: Four Signs of a Toxic Culture 12/24/2025

Ep. 264: Four Signs of a Toxic Culture If you want to work people to life, you need a great culture. On the other hand, if you want to work people to death, a toxic culture will do the trick. In this episode, Chad shares four signs of a toxic culture so you can spot the need for change. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39372260

Ep. 263: Stop Solving the Wrong Problems 12/17/2025

Ep. 263: Stop Solving the Wrong Problems Strong leaders are great at solving problems. But too often leaders approach problems the wrong way and end up spinning their wheels, wasting their time, and making matters worse. In this episode, Chad shares four ways you can stop solving the wrong problems. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39372225

Ep. 262: Four Ways to Dial Down the Busyness 12/10/2025

Ep. 262: Four Ways to Dial Down the Busyness Last episode, we helped you recognize that you are too busy. So what do you do about it? In this episode, Chad shares four practical and powerful ways you can dial down your busyness and move closer to a sane and fulfilling life. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39237680

Ep. 261: Four Ways to Know You Are Too Busy 12/03/2025

Ep. 261: Four Ways to Know You Are Too Busy Busy seems like an unwelcome norm in so many of our lives. But how do we know when we are "too" busy? In this episode, Chad examines four signs that you need to dial down your busyness. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39225285

Ep. 260: Four Laws of Power for Everyday Leaders 11/26/2025

Ep. 260: Four Laws of Power for Everyday Leaders Robert Greene's classic book, The 48 Laws of Power, describes the world as it really is, not as we might wish it were. In this week's episode, Chad takes a look at just four of those laws and how they apply to you, especially if you're not in the top level of leadership. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39173900

Ep. 259: 5 Ways to Improve Your Discernment 11/19/2025

Ep. 259: 5 Ways to Improve Your Discernment Leadership is filled with key decisions that can make or break things. That's why strong leaders strive to be discerning. In this episode, Chad shares five ways you can improve your discernment. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/39063005

Ep. 258: 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Firing Someone 11/12/2025

Ep. 258: 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Firing Someone Firing someone is never fun, but doing it poorly makes it way worse for everyone. In this episode, Chad unpacks five common mistakes leaders make when letting someone go. Avoid these mistakes so you handle a tough situation with strength and steadiness. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/38964025

Ep. 257: The Five Seats on Your Business's Bus 11/05/2025

Ep. 257: The Five Seats on Your Business's Bus You've heard about getting the right people on the bus and the right people in the right seats, but what seat are on "the bus" of your business? In this episode, Chad breaks down the five kinds of seats and what success looks like in each one. Whether you're driving the bus or just trying to get in the right seat, this episode is for you. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/38862345

Ep. 256: Four Freedoms that Guide Strong Leaders 10/29/2025

Ep. 256: Four Freedoms that Guide Strong Leaders Author Dan Sullivan describes four freedoms that entrepreneurs want. In this week's episode, Chad unpacks each of these four freedoms and explores how they serve as a great gauge for success for every strong leader. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/38815970

Ep. 255: What Hinders Vulnerability 10/22/2025

Ep. 255: What Hinders Vulnerability Business runs on trust. And there is no real trust without vulnerability. So why is there so little appropriate vulnerability at work? In this episode, Chad shares the three big hindrances to vulnerability and how you can overcome them to create high performing teams. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - /episode/index/show/stronglead/id/38651570

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