On our tenth expedition, we met Michael Akins and Richard Weir, peers, mentors, training advisers, and former direct reports. I introduced the Caring, Learning, Doing Leadership Methodology and learned from Mike and Rich how effective the methodology was for them and the team. The reckoning is upon us.

You can watch the podcast on YouTube here – https://youtu.be/0I_08JQXyRM

We met with Dr. Temple Grandin, author, professor, and scientist, on our ninth expedition. She shared a treasure trove of ideas on determining and leading a team of both types of visual thinkers and verbal thinkers. She provided valuable insight into small team management, increasing team dynamics and communication, and facilitating expedited team learning.

To pick up a copy of Dr. Grandin’s book, Visual Thinking (Amazon non-affiliate link) - https://www.amazon.com/Visual-Thinking-Pictures-Patterns-Abstractions/dp/0593418360/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=visual+thinking+temple+grandin&qid=1677006975&sprefix=visual+thiking%2Caps%2C362&sr=8-1

To learn more about Dr. Grandin and her groundbreaking work in autism research - https://www.templegrandin.com/templehome.html

You can watch the podcast on YouTube here – https://youtu.be/2F1CHB-m96c

On our eighth expedition, we met with Dr. Dayvon McCarrell, business expert and engineer. He shared a treasure trove of ideas on leading your team and organization through culture change. He provided concrete ways to gain team trust, engagement, and buy-in for significant change.

You can watch the podcast on YouTube here – https://youtu.be/h9nBPqIGN1w

On our seventh expedition, we met with Tony Stoltzfus, author, and master coach. He shared a treasure trove of ideas on coaching to the heart and how that points us to our calling and eventually to heaven. Tony additionally discussed what coaches can do to help empower followers and increase engagement by helping them meet their real desires.

To pick up Tony’s book, The Invitation (Amazon non-affiliate link) –

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/1508633622/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

To pick up a copy of Tony’s book, Leadership Coaching (Amazon non-affiliate link) - https://smile.amazon.com/Leadership-Coaching-Disciplines-Skills-Christian/dp/1419610503/ref=sr_1_1?crid=XJCDI6MJWMMF&keywords=leadership+coaching+tony+stoltzfus&qid=1676158314&s=books&sprefix=leadershipo+coaching+tony+stoltzfus%2Cstripbooks%2C96&sr=1-1

To learn more about Encounter Coaching at Meta Formation - https://meta-formation.com/

You can watch the podcast on YouTube here – https://youtu.be/UahPcKipsHw

On our sixth expedition, we met with Wayne Turmel, author, speaker, and virtual leadership expert. He shared a treasure trove of ideas on fostering a high-performing team in a virtual environment by managing team communication cadence, richness, and listening for what is not said. Additionally, he warned leaders to guard against burnout in the virtual environment.

To pick up Wayne’s new book, The Long Distance Team – (non-affiliate Amazon link) https://www.amazon.com/Long-Distance-Team-Designing-Modern-Workplace/dp/1523003413/ref=asc_df_1523003413?tag=bngsmtphsnus-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80058316688044&hvnetw=s&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4583657844876700&psc=1

You can watch the podcast on YouTube here – https://youtu.be/ab5BQAQjsao

On our fifth expedition, we met up with Dr. Kenneth Hultman, author, consultant, leadership, and values expert. He shared a treasure trove of ideas on the importance of individual and organizational values. He also discussed maximizing individual performance by balancing individual and organizational needs.

To pick up Dr. Hultman’s new book, Becoming your Genuine Self – (non-affiliate Amazon link) https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-your-Genuine-Self-Hultman/dp/B09WQ55WLL/ref=sr_1_5?crid=26T2WLIAACHPU&keywords=books+by+ken+hultman&qid=1674922099&sprefix=books+by+ken+hultman%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-5

You can watch the podcast on YouTube here – https://youtu.be/n9Oks5g98Hs

On our fourth expedition, we met up with John Baldoni, speaker, author, and executive coach. He shared a treasure trove of ideas on the importance of leadership communication. Additionally, he discussed how leaders could build high-performing, collaborative work environments by setting high standards, building trust, and showing grace.

To take Jon’s course on exhibiting leadership grace under pressure - https://www.johnbaldoni.com/books/index.php

You can watch the podcast on YouTube here - https://youtu.be/y_HvUrHx4cw

On our third expedition, we met up with Dianna Anderson, MCC and CEO of Cylient. She shared a treasure trove of ideas to use coaching as a leadership style to empower your team to overcome fear and reach lasting positive change in a crisis.

To hire or learn more about Cylient - https://www.cylient.com/

You can watch the podcast on YouTube here - https://youtu.be/_znllyMjDV8