Full Episode Page: Steve McFarland: Being an Emotionally Intelligent Business Leader (with full list of resources shared)

Episode Summary: Steve McFarland is a Master Chair of CEO Peer Advisory groups and Executive Coach with Vistage International. He’s also a Mental Fitness Coach with Positive Intelligence, and is a small business owner with 5 franchises of the School of Rock.

Steve talks about his background in big business and small business, and the lessons he has learned along the way. The conversation covers various topics related to leadership, business, and personal development. Some key themes include the power of personal experiences in shaping leadership style, the importance of building relationships with customers and employees, the value of small and nimble businesses, the concept of love in business, the impact of peer groups and coaching on personal growth, and the significance of investing in employee development.

Additionally, Steve discusses the importance of emotional intelligence and how it can be developed through positive intelligence. He explains the concept of saboteurs and the role they play in driving our behavior, and how engaging our sage can help us make better decisions. Steve also emphasizes the value of mindfulness exercises in managing our emotions and staying present in the moment. He shares his experience with peer groups and the benefits of having a support network of like-minded individuals.

Takeaways

• Emotional intelligence can be developed through positive intelligence and mindfulness exercises.
• Engaging our sage can help us make better decisions and manage our emotions.
• Peer groups provide valuable support and perspective for business owners.
• Lessons learned from past experiences shape our approach to future challenges.
• Being part of a high-performing peer group or receiving coaching can significantly enhance personal growth and performance.
• Investing in employee development is a powerful retention strategy and demonstrates a commitment to their success.

Chapters
00:00 The Power of Emotional Intelligence and Positive Intelligence
06:27 The Impact of Peer Groups on Business Owners
08:30 Navigating Big Business and Small Business Perspectives
38:44 The Concept of Love in Business
40:38 Investing in Employee Development and Training
50:41 The Impact of Peer Groups and Leadership

Where to Find Steve McFarland
Steve on LinkedIn

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Full Episode Page: Brett Bartholomew: The Power of Effective Communication and Self-Awareness

Episode Summary: Brett Bartholomew, founder of Art of Coaching, shares his journey as an entrepreneur and the evolution of leadership communication. Brett started Art of Coaching, where they focus on guiding and leading people through the messy realities of leadership and life. He emphasizes the importance of understanding communication styles, contextual competence, communication strategy, and power literacy in effective leadership communication. One key theme was the importance of effective communication and its role in building relationships and resolving conflicts. Brett emphasized the value of self-awareness and the ability to manage one's emotional state. He also discussed the significance of feedback and the need for individuals to be open to receiving feedback in order to improve. Another theme was the use of improv as a tool for personal and professional development, to help individuals become more adaptable and improve their communication skills. The conversation provided valuable insights regarding effective communication and personal growth.

Takeaways

• Effective leadership communication requires understanding communication styles, contextual competence, communication strategy, and power literacy.
• Effective communication is crucial for building relationships and resolving conflicts
• Self-awareness and the ability to manage one's emotional state are important for effective communication
• Being open to feedback is essential for personal growth and improvement
• Improv is a valuable tool for developing adaptability and improving communication skills

Chapters
00:00 Power Dynamics in Business and Personal Relationships
19:46 Social Agility
28:59 Understanding Individual Styles
33:48 Embracing Discomfort
40:44 Improv as a Tool for Self-Discovery
51:40 Confronting Limitations
56:27 The Power of Improvisation in Communication
01:04:24 The Dark Side of Leadership

Where to Find Brett:

• ArtofCoaching.com
• Brett on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X

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The Business Owner's Journey podcast is where entrepreneurs, leaders, and innovators to share their personal stories, challenges, leadership, and strategies from their own journeys as business owners.

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