Ford Taylor Talks

Ford and Patrick asked ChatGPT “Why do the transformational leadership tools work time and time again?” The duo has a fun time discussing the response. 

Questions explored in this episode:

• Why do the transformational tools work?
• What is a documented example of the tools working?

Ford Taylor and Patrick Williams give practical and implementable tools to transform individuals, organizations, families, cities, and nations.

Ford Ta...

Ford and Patrick talk about increasing Church attendance numbers and keeping members coming back. Ford says people are looking for Church leaders to be vulnerable and real- they want to know their personal story. What impact can TL have in Churches?

Questions Explored in this Episode: 

• Why do Churches struggle to keep attendance numbers?
• When does a Church realize they must do some personal evaluations to get back on track?
• How can...

There’s a gap in who we say we are and who we actually are, how can we
close that gap in our own organization? Ford and Patrick give tips to be our ideal selves.

Questions explored in this episode:

• What is the stress gap?
• How does stress impact our lives?
• How can you increase your credibility?
• What is the best way to close the gap?

Ford Taylor and Patrick Williams give practical and implementable tools to transform indi...

Ford and Patrick honor Tim Kight’s legacy of always wanting to help other people. The duo talks about how we all have influence, so we might as well make it a positive one. Ford explains how to use TFA to improve your leadership skills.

Questions explored in this episode:

• What is TFA?
• How can we change our thinking in the moment?
• What is VPMOSA?

Ford Taylor and Patrick Williams give practical and implementable tools to transfor...

Ford and Patrick talk about the younger generations entering the workforce. It is known that older generations might steer away from hiring Gen Y and Gen Z; Ford shares how to relate and take advantage of the younger generation’s skill sets to all work effectively together.

Questions explored in this episode: 

• What are the differences in the generations' ideologies?
• How can older generations work productively with t...

Ford and Patrick role play both political parties to show how both parties could use TL to improve their campaign/party. Patrick plays both campaign managers and Ford gives recommendations on their campaigns using Transformation Leadership tools. Ford demonstrates how to give helpful and beneficial feedback. The duo share a new way TL will be available! 

Questions explored in this episode: 

• How can people move past the...

Ford and Patrick talk about changing the image of Christianity. Christians have a reputation that does not line up with their views, how can Christians rebrand to change this outlook?  

Questions explored in this episode: 

• What does it mean to rebrand Christianity? 
• How can a rebrand happen? 
• How can you add to the solution instead of the problem? 

Ford Taylor and Patrick Williams give practical and implementable tools to trans...

Ford and Patrick dive into what God’s word tells us about generosity and giving. We are meant to give more than just money. 

Questions explored in this episode: 

• What is generosity? 
• What does the Bible say about generosity? 
• What is tithing?  
• What is sowing? 
• How can I give unconditionally?  

Ford Taylor and Patrick Williams give practical and implementable tools to transform individuals, organizations, families, cities, and na...

Ford and Patrick discuss ecclesia- what does it mean and why does it matter? Ecclesia is a term originally used 115 times in the New Testament, but it was changed to church when the Bible was translated. What are the differences in the meanings of church and ecclesia? 

Questions explored in this episode: 

• What is the difference between plain glass and stained glass? 
• What does ecclesia mean? 
• How does knowing this definition change...

Ford and Patrick discuss how relationships from our childhood impact our adult lives and what steps you can take to fix it. The most important step is forgiveness. Ford walks through how to confront your past and work through family conflicts.

Questions explored in this episode:

• How does the relationship you have with your parents affect your adult life?
• How does past trauma affect your brain?
• How can you process your pa...

Ford Taylor gives a personal example of leading a company through a major turnaround using Transformational Leadership. Ford lists out the steps he took to bring a company back to success and profitability.

Questions explored in this episode: 

• What steps need to be taken to facilitate a successful turnaround?
• Why is the social convent such an important first step?
• How can you build trust within an organization?
• Why should...

Author Dr. Paul White joins Ford and Patrick to discuss his book The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace. The three discuss how understanding peoples’ preferred language of appreciation can improve organizational morale and productivity in the workplace.

Questions explored in this episode: 

1. Why is it important to know the languages of appreciation in the workplace? 
2. Why are people not already implementing th...

Twitter was created for people to share their opinions and stories on a public forum. Since the beginning, things have clearly changed. Using his own businessman perspective, Ford talks about the recent acquisition of Twitter by Elon Musk. Ford and Patrick discuss what positive effects Transformational Leadership could have on companies who are in need of change.

Questions explored in this episode:

• How does the media im...

Ford Taylor and Patrick Williams discuss how Transformational Leadership has been taken around the globe with special guest, Patrick McBane. Patrick shares his experiences of training different cultures around the world.

Questions explored in this episode: 

• How has Transformational Leadership made an impact globally? 
• How do different cultures respond to TL? 
• What TL tools look different when used outside of the U.S.? 
• Wha...

Ford and Patrick lay out the steps to bring positive change and personal growth.

Questions explored in this episode: 

• How does a personal evaluation help with personal growth? 
• What are steps to initiate personal growth? 

Ford Taylor and Patrick Williams give practical and implementable tools to transform individuals, organizations, families, cities, and nations. 

Ford Taylor is a leadership solutions trainer, strateg...

Ford and Patrick discuss how to keep your transformational leadership mindset as you navigate the challenges of life.

Questions explored in this episode:  

• What is a transformational leadership mindset? 
• During these chaotic times how do we maintain the TL mindset and get through chaos? 

Ford Taylor and Patrick Williams give practical and implementable tools to transform individuals, organizations, families, cities,...

Ford slows down to explain the two ways Transformational Leadership is taught. To make TL accessible and usable by all organizations, two different options are available to meet everyone’s needs, without being hypocritical. Ford and Patrick define hypocrisy and how often the word is thrown around.

Questions explored in this episode: 

1. What does Plain Glass mean? 
2. What does Stained Glass mean? 
3. What makes something or someone hypocri...

Ford and Patrick discuss the correlation between home life and work life.  

Questions explored in this episode: 

1. How does a home life translate to work life? 
2. Can you teach an old dog new tricks? 
3. How can you stay consistence between all spheres of your life? 
4. What is the first step to make things better at home? 

Ford Taylor and Patrick Williams give practical and implementable tools to transform individuals, organizations, fam...

Ford and Patrick discuss the benefits of being a mentor or having a mentor. They talk about important steps to starting a mentor relationship. It is important for mentors to have experience in the specific area and that their actions match their words.  

Questions explored in this episode: 

1. What is the difference between mentoring, counseling, and coaching? 
2. What makes a good mentor? 
3. Why is it important to have mentors? 
4. Where can ...