Sales Mindset and The Power of Failure with Klyn Elsbury
What if failure was the key to success in sales and leadership? In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, Klyn Elsbury shares her incredible journey—from growing up with cystic fibrosis to becoming one of America’s top sales trainers.
We uncover:
Why failure fuels success in leadership and sales
How to build a high-performing sales team (and avoid hiring mistakes)
The three sales personality types every leader should know
Leadership mistakes that kill sales performance—and how to fix them
Building Deep, Meaningful Connections with Dr. James Pogue
In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Dr. James Pogue, CEO of JP Enterprises, a professional services firm with a global clientele focused on strengthening the connections between Leaders and Teams which lead to increased Innovation, Creativity, Production and Profits. JP Enterprises works closely with Leaders who are driving transformational change, helping them align people, plans and processes with Vision and Purpose.
Building Team Trust
In this “Mike on the Mic” episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I delve into the cornerstone of every successful leadership team—trust. Learn why vulnerability-based trust is vital for creating open, honest, and high-performing teams. Discover actionable strategies to identify trust gaps, build deeper connections, and create a culture of accountability and commitment.
How to Create Accountable Teams with Eric Coryell
In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, Eric Coryell dives deep into the art of building accountable teams and transforming traditional organizational hierarchies. Drawing from decades of corporate and consulting experience, Eric explores the foundations of team accountability, the pitfalls of leader-led models, and actionable strategies for creating cohesive, high-performing teams.
6 Ways to Get Feedback as a Leader
In this episode of Mike on the Mic, we dive into the importance of feedback as a cornerstone of personal and professional growth. Leaders often struggle to receive honest and constructive feedback, especially at senior levels. Discover six actionable strategies, including 360-degree evaluations, coaching, mastermind groups, and peer accountability exercises, to ensure you’re continuously improving as a leader. Learn how to build a culture of openness and growth within your organization. Whether you’re a CEO, manager, or aspiring leader, these tips will help you elevate your leadership game.
Flip Your Mindset with Frank Kitchen
In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I dive deep into leadership and mindset with Frank Kitchen, a certified speaking professional with over 30 years of experience in talent development. Known for his innovative, culinary-themed motivational approach, Frank shares valuable insights on building great leadership teams, fostering organizational culture, and inspiring growth. He introduces his “Live Fresh” framework—focused, resourceful, enthusiastic, strong, and honest living—to help leaders and teams achieve extraordinary results.
Become a Stronger Leader with Christina Howard
In this episode, I sit down with Christina Howard, a dynamic executive coach and former HR leader for Fortune 100 companies, to talk about what it takes to truly excel as a leader. Christina shares her insights on the most essential qualities of great leadership, including building trust, cultivating empathy, and fostering psychological safety within teams.
100th Episode – The Most Important Characteristic of Great Leadership Teams
In this 100th episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I take a moment to reflect on the journey of this podcast and celebrate the milestone with something truly special. I’ve compiled insights from 32 incredible guests, all answering the same question: “What is the most important characteristic of a great leadership team?” The answers are as diverse as they are inspiring, ranging from the importance of trust, open communication, and psychological safety to the value of alignment, empathy, and humility.
How to Lower Your Risk of Terminating an Employee with Marc Gross
In this episode of The Better Leadership Team Show, I sit down with Marc Gross, a partner at Fox Rothschild with over three decades of experience in business litigation and crisis management. Renowned for his creative, tenacious advocacy, Marc handles complex commercial disputes, including corporate conflicts, trade secret issues, real estate disputes, and employment matters.
Empower Your Team Through Better Decision-Making with Chris Seifert
In this episode of the Better Leadership Team Show, I dive deep into leadership and decision-making with Chris Seifert, author of “Enabling Empowerment.” Chris shares actionable insights on how leaders can foster a culture of effective decision-making and break free from the cycle of micromanagement.