Join me as I share 14 common "warning labels" that might apply to your job, shedding light on the psychological hurdles, interpersonal dynamics, and the relentless nature of leadership tasks. Whether you're new to a job or an experienced leader, these insights will help you navigate your role with greater awareness and preparedness.

We also take a moment to savor a delightful Spayburn Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whiskey, offering a brief respite amidst the discussion. And don't miss the introduction to "The 1201 Project," a comprehensive study on the habits of successful leaders versus those who burned out.

Check out Dr. De's newest book on Amazon: The 1201 Project: Habits of Successful Leaders

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Do you ever wonder why winning teams tend to keep on winning? In this episode, Dr. De Hicks delves into the dynamics that drive sustained success among high-performing teams.

From the positive impact of happiness on performance to the importance of celebrating small victories, De discusses the habits, mental models, and opportunities that set winning teams apart from losing ones. Whether you're leading a team or striving for personal success, this episode offers practical tips to help you achieve and sustain winning results.

Check out Dr. De's newest book on Amazon: The 1201 Project: Habits of Successful Leaders

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Welcome to the School of Leadership with De Hicks. In this episode, De finishes this short 5 part series about managing anxiety as leaders, managers, supervisors, and those with influence. De explains why courage, rather than calm, is the true antidote to anxiety in high-pressure environments.

Explore the dynamics of high-anxiety groups and the pressures they place on leaders. Learn about the differentiation scale, ranging from fused leaders who are highly reactive to those who maintain their principles and composure even under stress.

De provides practical insights into how leaders can develop a strong inner architecture to thrive amidst storms. By understanding where you fall on the differentiation scale, you can better navigate leadership challenges and foster a robust mindset.

Tune in for valuable lessons from over 2,000 high-impact leaders and discover tools to enhance your leadership journey. Don’t forget to check out the HILT Academy YouTube series on Managing Leadership Anxiety for more in-depth exploration.

In this episode, Dr. De Hicks walks through 10 common experiences all leaders eventually face and lays out what to do about them so that you're not swamped by the storm of anxiety they can create.

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As a leader, manager, or supervisor, we all deal with anxiety. It's a byproduct of the times in which we live and of the work we do. In this podcast De Hicks will outline how to navigate through the special kind of anxiety leaders face. De walks you through practical steps to tackle anxiety, underscoring the significance of action, though small courageous steps.

Stay tuned until the end for an enjoyable review of Chambers Bay bourbon.

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In this episode, Dr. De Hicks gets real about the prevalence of stress and anxiety in leadership roles. The episode unfolds as a heart-to-heart conversation about the exhaustion, overwhelm and pressure responsible leaders commonly experience. It also describes the 5 most common core beliefs leaders, managers, and supervisors have that set them up for chronic anxiety.

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In our digital era, we find ourselves in the midst of heightened anxiety and stress, affecting both our personal and professional lives. The relentless pace of work and constant connectivity has left many of us with an on-going undercurrent of anxiety. Your first step to manage this challenge is to recognize it, and thereafter adopt effective methods to navigate it.

In our introductory episode, we delve into the physical sensations of anxiety. De Hicks encourages you to notice when anxiety hits and name it. Becoming aware of your own physical signals is a crucial starting point to managing leadership anxiety.

In this series of 5 Podcasts, Dr. De will show you how to transform your approach to leadership and work and overcome the ‘new normal’ of constant anxiety.

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In this episode, De Hicks describes 12 often ignored but flawed 'mental models' that are at least as hazardous as warning signs posted on dangerous stretches of mountain highways.