1st Lead U - Leadership Development
This podcast, now in Season 3, is dedicated to self-development, self-awareness, and learning to lead oneself so listeners can lead others well. If someone cannot lead themselves well, it will be difficult for them to be an effective leader of others. This podcast will help listeners understand what it means to 1st Lead U and build confidence in themselves and their leadership ability. Personal Growth Coach John Ballinger has spent 35 years developing the knowledge and material he shares with individuals, business owners, and leaders from a variety of areas.
Episodes
63 episodes
Clint Powell: Comfort is the Enemy of Growth - Ep 308
Discipline doesn't come naturally. In our fast-paced lives, we rarely pause to create intentional disciplines for ourselves—especially when comfort feels so appealing. But as entrepreneur and professional podcaster Clint Powell reveals in this ...
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Season 3
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Episode 308
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41:39
The Cop: Balancing Authority and Leadership - CHART - Ep 307
The second episode in our CHARTing a New Path to Leadership series explores the "Cop" role – one of our four essential C's of leadership alongside Coach, Commander, and Counselor.The misuse of authority is one of leadership's most destru...
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Season 3
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Episode 307
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25:41
Coaching Your Team to Success: CHARTing Potential Through Strategic Leadership - Ep. 306
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Season 3
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Episode 306
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32:32
Three Experts Discuss Why Your Brain is the Most Powerful Leadership Tool You'll Ever Have - Ep 304
This week we speak with two former guests as they sit down with John and Douglas to discuss the multi-faceted approach to helping individuals reach their full potential, through different treatments and training that can elevate their cognitive...
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Season 3
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Episode 304
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49:35
Think Better, Lead Better: The Science of Cognitive Skills Training - With Michelle Hecker Davis of Learning RX
Neuroplasticity isn't just a scientific buzzword—it's the key to unlocking your brain's untapped potential and transforming your leadership capabilities. Michelle Davis, owner of LearningRx, returns to 1st Lead Y to share how cognitive skills t...
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Season 3
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Episode 303
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30:28
Poor Leadership Leads to Poor Profits - Ep 222
Can strong leadership really be the difference between failure and success for your organization? Today, we're uncovering the transformative power of nurturing leadership on organizational growth and profitability. We kick off with the inspirin...
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Season 2
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Episode 222
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36:19
Profitability through Effective Leadership - Ep. 221
Do you know the hidden power of selfless leadership? Learn how embracing accountability and responsibility can revolutionize your organization’s success and profitability. Join John Ballinger and Douglas Ford as they share personal anecdotes to...
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Season 2
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Episode 221
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38:17
Driving Profitability Through Emotional Intelligence in Leadership - Ep 220
Unlock the secret to driving company profits through the power of emotional intelligence (EQ). Join us on this episode of First Lead U as we explore how adaptability, much like shifting gears in a manual transmission, is not just a nice-to-have...
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Season 2
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Episode 220
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40:39
Brain Training for Leadership Success - Ep. 219
Can the brain truly heal itself like the body does? Join us on our latest episode of 1st Lead U, where we uncover the transformative power of brain training with our special guest, Michelle Hecker Davis from LearningRx. John Ballinger and Dougl...
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Season 2
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Episode 219
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47:28
Communication is Essential in Leadership - Ep. 218
Communication can make or break your leadership. Join us for an insightful episode of 1st Lead U as we explore this vital leadership component and promise you'll walk away with actionable strategies to elevate your leadership game. Our discussi...
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Season 2
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Episode 218
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40:57
Trust is Essential - Ep 217
Unlock the secret to a high-performing team with the 1st Lead U, as we dissect the pivotal role of trust in leadership. We take you through a revealing journey, showcasing how integrity shapes your team's dynamics and success. This episode is a...
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Season 2
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Episode 217
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37:57
Crumbling Pillars - Ep 216
Ready to confront the glaring cracks in the foundations of our society? Join John Ballinger and Douglas Ford, as we wrap up our series with an unflinching look at the crumbled state of faith, family, businesses, and government. This episo...
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Season 2
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Episode 216
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41:40
Learning to Make Decisions
Ever feel like you're navigating a leadership labyrinth without a map? Let John Ballinger and Douglas Ford be your guides through the intricate maze of decision-making and leadership adaptability. In a riveting exchange, we dissect the essentia...
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37:09
Change is Inevitable - Ep 214
Today, Personal Growth Coach John Ballinger and his co-host Douglas Ford focus their discussions on one of the most challenging elements of self-development: change. Change is hard, but change is inevitable. In order to grow, change must happ...
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Season 2
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Episode 214
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39:48
How to be a Bad Leader - Ep 213
Ever wondered if your leadership style might secretly be driving your team away? Join us, John Ballinger and Douglas Ford, as we strip down the facade of 'Good Leadership' to expose the uncomfortable truths. Today's session is a journey through...
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Season 2
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Episode 213
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44:14
Courage in Leadership: Balancing Saftey and Success with Felix Nater - Ep. 212
Unlock the courage within as we sit down with Felix Nater, a workplace safety and security sage and a retired Command Sergeant Major, to dissect the essence of brave leadership. Prepare for a journey that explores the intersection of fortitude ...
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Season 2
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Episode 212
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43:37
Vulnerability: Why It Is Important in Leadership - Ep 211
Discover the unexpected strength in leadership that comes from being courageously vulnerable. Join us, John Ballinger and Douglas Ford, as we reveal why letting your guard down could be the key to unlocking a more trusting, disciplined, and pat...
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Season 2
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Episode 211
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40:53
Why the Podcast is Titled 1st Lead U - Ep 210
In this episode our discussion takes a hard look at the respect, or lack thereof, within teams, especially in the wake of the Great Resignation and the pandemic's unyielding challenges. By elevating the collective over the individual, we ...
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Season 2
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Episode 210
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38:43
Discipline of Leadership - Ep 209
Embark on a journey to the heart of leadership with hosts John Ballinger and Douglas Ford, where the power of discipline awaits to transform your approach to steering the ship. From personal tales to sage advice, we pull back the curtain on wha...
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Season 2
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Episode 209
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38:31