The Lead Up Podcast

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour discusses the concept of the 'Resignation Revolution' and how elite leaders can transform employee resignations into opportunities for relentless growth. 

Based on insights from his book 'Quit Losing Talent,' Mike delves into effective offboarding strategies, the importance of gathering and ...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour interviews Dr. Jaime Goff, a respected expert in psychology, human relationships, and leadership development. Discussing Dr. Goff's book, 'The Secure Leader,' they delve into how true leadership starts with understanding oneself. 

Dr. Goff explains attachment theory, its impact on leadership...

In episode 457 of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour delves into 'The Confidence Catalyst,' exploring how integrity and authenticity are essential for fearless leadership. 

Mike discusses the misconception that leadership is merely a position rather than a profession. He emphasizes the importance of building influence by earning trust and chara...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour shares a compelling conversation with Joe Davis, Managing Director and Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group. The discussion centers around Davis's new book, 'The Generous Leader,' which emphasizes the importance of generosity in leadership. 

Joe elaborates on fundamental qualities like ...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour explores the concept of leading with LOVE. Using the word LOVE as an acrostic, Mike breaks down its four components: Listening, Ownership, Valuing others, and Equipping others. 

He argues that love is not just an emotion but a powerful framework for effective leadership. Mike discusses the i...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour engages in a compelling conversation with Greta Rosler, founder of Radius Leadership. The discussion centers on the primary challenges facing healthcare leaders today, ranging from the importance of leader wellness and self-care to the need for skills beyond academic credentials in nursing. 

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour explores how leaders can unlock elite team performance by leveraging individual strengths. 

Drawing on real-world examples, Mike shares practical strategies for identifying what each team member does best and aligning roles to maximize engagement and productivity. Tune in for actionable insi...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour welcomes long-time friend and technology leader Paul Gustavson. The duo discusses Paul's latest book, 'Face The Mountain,' exploring its theme of resilience through inspiring personal stories and practical advice. 

Paul shares his near-death experience on Mount Princeton, which shaped his vi...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour discusses effective strategies for recruiting and closing top talent. Drawing insights from his book 'Quit Losing Talent,' Mike delves into the crucial steps for transforming candidates into committed team members. 

The episode highlights the importance of negotiating with clarity and purpos...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour delves into the essential leadership principle of leading by example. 

He shares personal anecdotes from his career, including a pivotal experience during his Army days that taught him the importance of aligning actions with expectations. 

Mike exp...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour delves into the crucial aspect of hiring the right people to build elite teams. Emphasizing that hiring for personality traits and values fit is more important than skills alone.

Mike discusses how qualities like conscientiousness, emotional stability, and openness contribute to a successful team...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour delves into the critical topic of workplace toxicity and how leaders can strategically address it. He highlights the importance of identifying toxic behaviors early and provides actionable strategies to confront and eliminate these behaviors effectively. 

Key points include the hidden costs ...

In this episode of the Lead Up Podcast, host Mike Harbour sits down with Andrew Thompson, author of 'A High-Performing Mind.' 

They discuss the significance of mindset in personal and professional development. Andrew shares his experiences as a former professional athlete and a survivor of a rare illness, highlighting how mindset played a crucial r...