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An organization is nothing without great, talented employees—and the CEO leads the way in bringing that talent on board. This week, Joel talks about mastering the continuous process of recruiting, and how that’s very different from basic “hiring.” Sponsored by: Texas Mutual Insurance Company

In previous episodes, we’ve discussed the three tools of the CEO: management, leadership, and coaching. This week, Joel discusses common mistakes leaders make when using that third—and most often neglected—tool, coaching. Sponsored by: Texas Mutual Insurance Company

In the previous episode, we’ve discussed the management tool. This week, Joel discusses common mistakes leaders make when using the Leadership tool, and how to use the three C’s to influence your team.  Sponsored by: Texas Mutual Insurance Company

In the previous episode, we’ve discussed the three tools of the CEO: management, leadership, and coaching. This week, Joel discusses common mistakes leaders make when using the management tool. It’s often looked upon as somehow less interesting or important than the other tools—though that’s definitely not the case. Sponsored by: Texas Mutual Insurance Company

We often think of CEOs as being nearly all-powerful within the organization . . . but that’s definitely not the case. The CEO bears great responsibility while exercising less direct control than most people think. This week, Joel discusses how to manage this unique situation. Sponsored by: Texas Mutual Insurance Company

How does a CEO tell if they’re performing well in their role? It’s not an easy question, given how complex the job is. This week, Joel offers three signs that typically show up when a CEO is doing an effective job of managing and leading the organization. Sponsored by: Texas Mutual Insurance Company

When it comes time to give critical or corrective feedback to an employee, most managers—including CEOs—shy away from having a fully honest conversation. This week, Joel discusses the importance of giving good feedback to the people who work for you, even when it’s uncomfortable. Sponsored by: Texas Mutual Insurance Company

In any business, there are all kinds of unique challenges the CEO is called upon to handle. But at the emotional level, the struggles of the CEO are common and predictable across companies of all sizes, industries, and geographies. This week, Joel walks through some of those challenges and what they mean for the CEO. … Continue reading Episode 57: The Struggle All CEOs Share →

CEOs are some of the busiest people around. And we live in a culture that celebrates people who are overbooked and constantly occupied. But busy-busy-busy isn’t the best mode for leaders to operate in. Joel discusses why that is—and what to do instead. Sponsored by: Texas Mutual Insurance Company

When someone takes on the CEO role for the first time, they often have very little training specific to this one-of-a-kind job. In this episode, Joel discusses what a new CEO can and should expect in their first 100 days as a chief executive. Sponsored by: Texas Mutual Insurance