Launch Point Leader
Welcome to The Launch Point Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! Our mission at Launch Point is to create better leaders for a better world. We want to answer YOUR questions about leadership. Send in your questions to advice@launchpointleader.com
Episodes
Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of leadership? In Episode 18, Lori and Beau discuss practical strategies for integrating personal and professional growth into a hectic schedule. Learn how small changes can lead to significant transformation and why prioritizing development is crucial for effective leadership. Don’t let a busy schedule stand in the way of becoming the leader you’re meant to be.
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In this episode, we dive into strategies for offering competitive employee benefits that won't strain your budget. Discover how to attract and retain top talent by understanding what benefits truly matter and how to provide them creatively. Whether you're a small business owner or a large organization, these insights will help you stay competitive in today's job market.
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In this empowering episode, Beau and Lori reveal how leaders can convert the pressures of their roles into catalysts for growth and empowerment. Learn practical strategies to harness stress, overcome challenges, and turn obstacles into opportunities that propel your team forward. Whether you're facing daily business pressures or long-term leadership challenges, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you thrive.
In this episode of the Launch Point Leader Podcast, Lori and Beau explore the transformative power of business coaching. Discover how expert coaching can elevate your leadership skills and drive your business forward. They share compelling personal stories highlighting how coaching can uncover hidden blind spots, introduce fresh perspectives, and accelerate business growth. Whether you're skeptical about the benefits of coaching or...
In this episode, Lori and Beau dive into a listener's challenge of managing a results-driven leader who lacks strong team relationships. They explore strategies to balance results and relationships, ensuring both team harmony and business success. Tune in for practical tips and real-life stories that highlight the importance of feedback, communication, and leadership balance.
Have a similar challenge or story? Email us at advice@la...
Welcome back to the LaunchPoint Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! In this episode, we dive into a listener's story about overcoming resistance to change within their team and how to earn trust as a new leader.
Episode Highlights:
- Listener Story: "Craving Changes"
- Strategies for addressing team resistance
- Building trust and rapport with your ...
Welcome back to the Launch Point Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! In this episode, we explore the concept of future-proofing recurring issues in business, based on a listener's story about the challenges of managing a diverse team and repetitive problems.
Episode Highlights:
- Listener Story: "Future Frustrations"
- Strategies for addressing recurring issues
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Welcome back to the LaunchPoint Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! In this episode, we delve into the delicate balance of maintaining kindness while ensuring performance in team management. We explore a real-life scenario shared by a listener, providing practical advice and actionable strategies for leaders facing similar challenges.
Episode Highlights:
- Listener Story: "Delaying the Demotion"
Welcome back to the LaunchPoint Leader Podcast with Lori and Beau! This week, we dive into a listener's story about the struggles of hiring for a small business.
Episode Highlights:
- Listener story: "Hiring Hold Up"
- The importance of mindset and perseverance
- Tips for outsourcing and automation
- Enhancing job posting...
Join Lori and Beau as they tackle performance management challenges faced by "Feedback Failures." Discover strategies for:
- Starting performance conversations without full structure
- Drafting an employee handbook with legal advice
- Implementing consistent key metrics for evaluations
- Training managers effectively
Join Lori and Beau on the Launch Point Leader podcast to discuss one listener's personal battle with imposter syndrome, a widespread problem among professionals at all stages of their career. This episode responds to an emotional email from a listener who feels like a fraud despite his clear success and accomplishments. We delve into the root causes of the self-doubt and anxiety that often accompany imposter syndrome and offer prac...
In response to a listener's letter, Lori and Beau discuss how easy it is for professional concerns to take over personal time, even in moments set aside for family. This episode offers practical tips and strategies for maintaining a presence in your personal life while managing the demands of work. Discover how to achieve greater balance and ensure meaningful engagement in both areas of your life.
For more tips, email advice@launc...
In this episode, Lori and Beau address the common but rarely discussed topic of loneliness in leadership. They answer a listener's question by exploring the loneliness that often accompanies leadership roles. They offer guidance on how to build a support network that challenges and promotes growth, touching on professional organizations, mentors and the value of a coach.
They also discuss the importance of spiritual and personal de...
In this episode, Lori and Beau address a problem many leaders face: the challenge of maintaining work-life balance without feeling guilty or appearing less committed to their team. Based on a listener's letter, they get into the common traps that lead to overwork and share practical tips on how leaders can model healthy boundaries.
They discuss the psychological aspects of leadership that force people to overwork themselves and off...
Join Lori and Beau as they explore an aspect of leadership: empowering team members to solve problems independently. In this episode, they discuss the fine line between supporting a team and taking over their tasks, often referred to as “fixing.” Through their conversation, they address a listener's concern about their habitual “fixing” and its impact on team development and autonomy.
Join Lori and Beau as they answer a listener's question about one of the most common leadership challenges: balancing the celebration of small victories with the pursuit of larger goals. This episode goes into the practicalities and psychological impact of recognizing progress without losing sight of the end goal.
Don’t miss the Q&A session where your pressing questions get answered. You can send in your questions to advice@lau...
Join Lori and Beau on the "Launch Point Leader" podcast as they address a question from a listener struggling with the pressures of perfection in leadership. This episode delves into the challenges leaders face when admitting mistakes, unrealistic expectations of perfection, and how to cultivate a team culture that values learning from mistakes.
Lori and Beau discuss personal experiences and offer tips for avoiding the "perfection ...
Welcome to the Launch Point Leader podcast with Lori and Beau.
Today, we get into a question sent in by a listener about building a lasting legacy. Join us as we explore practical steps to define and refine your leadership purpose, ensuring that the legacy you leave is impactful and lasting.
What you will learn:
- The importance of understanding your "why" in shaping your legacy.
- Strategies for daily leadership practices that co...
In this episode of the Launch Point Leader podcast, Lori and Beau discuss a listener's question about how to improve team consistency and performance.
Listen to hear their suggestions to ensure that the team stays aligned and motivated
Don’t forget you can send in your questions to advice@launchpointleader.com
In this episode of Launch Point Leader, Lori and Beau discuss one listener's struggle with team communication.
They talk about the illusion of communication, emphasizing repetition and clarity. Personal stories and strategies for impactful messages are shared.
For leadership tips, email advice@launchpointleader.com
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