In this episode of The Ryan Leak Podcast, we?re going behind the scenes of my upcoming book?specifically, the story of the book cover. Sounds simple, right? Not even close. This episode is about what it really means to stop settling for ?good enough? and start living with Big League standards. I share how a challenge from a friend, an introduction to a world-class designer, and one unforgettable sentence??Yeah, it?s called the Big Leagues??completely shifted my perspective on excellence.

We?ll talk about impatience, the temptation to settle, and why you need to surround yourself with people who push you to grow. If you?ve ever coasted, played it safe, or convinced yourself something was ?fine,? this one?s for you. It?s not about being the best?it?s about giving your best. Every time.

? Order Ryan?s new book, How to Work With Complicated People, releasing April 15, on ?Amazon? today.? Want more weekly encouragement from Ryan? Text ?Podcast? to 469-809-1201 to get his weekly inspiring text.

You?ve heard the advice: ?Just stop caring what people think.? But if it were that easy, you would?ve done it by now. In this episode, Ryan Leak unpacks what?s really holding most people back?not fear of failure, but fear of what other people might think. From the thoughts we imagine others are having to the strangers we give way too much power, this episode is a wake-up call to stop living life based on imaginary opinions. Ryan explores the truth about judgment, the trap of social media fear, and two key questions that could unlock your next brave move: Do you really want to give them that much power? And what if they?re not thinking about you at all?

Have you ever met someone who gave you the shirt off their back? or someone who kept score every time they did something for you? In this episode of The Ryan Leak Podcast, we explore the powerful difference between givers and takers and why generosity isn?t just a nice idea?it?s a way of life. Ryan shares one of his favorite Proverbs, a jaw-dropping story from a funeral director, and insights from Adam Grant?s Give and Take that reveal how givers ultimately win. Whether it?s in your marriage, job, social media, or friendships, this episode will challenge you to live with open hands and think about the legacy you?re creating?one generous act at a time.

In this episode of The Ryan Leak Podcast, Ryan flips the script on the classic glass-half-full vs. glass-half-empty debate and introduces a third, more powerful mindset: being grateful for the glass. Whether you're naturally optimistic, a self-proclaimed realist, or somewhere in between, this episode will challenge you to shift your perspective and find gratitude in what you do have?no matter how much or little that may be. From work and relationships to parenting, politics, and everyday struggles, Ryan offers practical ways to embrace gratitude in every area of life. Because sometimes, the key to joy isn?t in what?s in your glass, but in simply having one at all.

Short, sweet, and packed with inspiration?this is one you?ll want to share with a friend.

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For years, people have fixated on how much money LeBron James spends on his body?chefs, trainers, hyperbaric chambers, and state-of-the-art recovery techniques. The number floating around? $1.5 million a year. But in a recent interview, LeBron made one thing clear: it?s not about the money. It?s about the time.

In this episode of The Ryan Leak Podcast, we break down why time?not talent, not luck, not even money?is the real key to greatness. LeBron isn?t dominating the NBA at 40 because he?s rich. He?s dominating because he consistently invests his time in ways most people won?t.

And that brings us to your time. People say they don?t have time to build a business, get in shape, grow their influence, or strengthen their relationships. But what do you have time for? Social media? Binge-watching? Another round of golf? If you want to go to the next level, you need a next-level schedule.

This episode is a wake-up call. No more excuses. No more ?I don?t have time.? The reality is, you?re going to spend the next five years doing something?the question is, will it be something that moves you forward?

If you're ready to put your schedule where your mouth is, hit play. Let?s talk about what it actually takes to be great. ??

It?s easy to get along with people who think like us, act like us, and see the world like us. But what happens when we find ourselves working, living, or engaging with people who aren?t like us? In this episode, we unpack the reality of navigating differences?whether it?s political, religious, personality-driven, or even just lifestyle choices.

From serious divides to everyday annoyances (Mac vs. PC, early birds vs. night owls), we explore the four ways people handle differences:
1?? Ignore them
2?? Try to change them
3?? Cancel them
4?? Understand them

The first three? They?re easy. The fourth? That?s where growth happens.

If you?ve ever struggled to work with someone who challenges you, my new book, How to Work With Complicated People, is for you. It?s packed with practical tools to help you communicate, collaborate, and thrive alongside people who think nothing like you. Pre-order your copy today!

? Tune in now and let?s talk about what it looks like to truly understand the people who are not like us.

Success comes with a price?and most people don?t realize what they?re signing up for when they say, ?I want to build a business,? ?I want to be a leader,? or ?I want to make an impact.? In this episode, we unpack the good problems that come with chasing greatness?the late nights, the tough decisions, the criticism, the pressure. Inspired by a powerful moment from Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla, we?re flipping the script on struggle and embracing the fine print of ambition. Because when you declare, ?I want to be great,? you?re also saying, ?Bring me the weight that comes with it.?You asked for this?and trust me, you?re going to be just fine.

Valentine?s Day has a way of making us reflect on our relationships?whether you?re happily married, single, divorced, or somewhere in between (hello, situationships). But no matter your relationship status, today?s episode is all about how we can grow together instead of growing apart.

I?ve been married for 12 years this June, and one of the biggest lessons I?ve learned from my wife is this: relationships thrive when we stay in tune with what the other person needs in every season. What I needed in 2008 is completely different from what I need now?and the same is true for the people in your life.

So, when was the last time you checked in on your spouse, your friends, your colleagues, or even yourself? Today, I?m sharing the power of asking the right question and how it can transform the way you connect with the people who matter most.

What if the key to thriving at work isn?t about loving your job?but about loving the people you work with? In this episode, I?m unveiling my brand-new book, How to Work With Complicated People: Strategies for Effective Collaboration with Nearly Anyone, dropping on April 15.

Our national research study revealed something game-changing: job satisfaction has less to do with what you do and more to do with who you do it with. You can power through a tough job with people you enjoy, but even a dream job can feel like a nightmare with the wrong team. And here?s the reality?complicated is in the eye of the beholder. What makes someone complicated to you might not be complicated to someone else.

I?m sharing the biggest insights from our research, breaking down why learning to work with complicated people is a superpower, and giving you a roadmap to mastering this skill. Imagine if you could work with nearly anyone. Not just tolerate them?but actually thrive alongside them. That?s what this book is about.

Pre-order now at ryanleak.com/complicated or Amazon, and get ready to unlock a whole new level of leadership, collaboration, and success.

"Even if we win the next three championships, I'll never forgive them for trading Luka."

I heard a fan say that, and it hit me?winning isn?t everything.

This trade isn?t just about basketball. It?s a reminder that sometimes, success comes at a cost, followers don?t always equal impact, and the ripple effects of our decisions go deeper than we realize. We chase the ?win,? but at what price?

In this episode, I break down what this trade taught me?not just about sports, but about life. How do our decisions impact the people around us? Are we too focused on the outcome to see the relational consequences?

This one isn?t just for basketball fans?it?s for anyone who's ever had to make a tough call and wondered if they truly counted the cost. Let?s talk it out. Because honestly, as a Dallas native, I still need a support group.

It?s not self-promotion?it?s stewardship. Too many of us shrink back, afraid of looking like we?re bragging, when in reality, we?re just hiding.

In this episode, we?re tackling the mindset that keeps people playing small?the fear of putting themselves out there, the hesitation to own their gifts, and the excuse of ?I don?t want to self-promote.? But here?s the truth: If you have something valuable to offer the world, it?s not arrogance?it?s responsibility.

We?ll unpack how to shift from insecurity to confidence, why visibility isn?t vanity, and how embracing your worth can create opportunities for others. It?s time to step up, show up, and bring your best to the table.

Quit playing small. The world needs all of you.

We?ve all heard the phrase ?You can?t teach an old dog new tricks.? But what if the real problem isn?t learning new tricks?it?s actually using the ones we already know?

In this episode, we?re flipping the focus from more information to more application. 2025 isn?t about chasing the next big idea?it?s about putting what you already know into action. You?ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, and sat through the seminars. Now, it?s time to execute.

We?ll break down why knowledge without action is useless, how to bridge the gap between what you know and what you do, and why this could be the year everything finally clicks.

New year, same you?just better execution. Let?s make 2025 the year of application.

The Ryan Leak Podcast is back! After taking a hiatus, I?m bringing this show back with a fresh perspective, a simpler format, and one goal: to give you something practical, inspiring, and thought-provoking in every episode. No fluff. No wasted time. Just one idea?one nugget?to help you be more intentional, courageous, and hopeful about your life, work, and relationships.

In this first episode back, I share the real reason I hit pause, what I learned from stepping away, and why now is the perfect time to return.

Get ready?Season 6 of The Ryan Leak Podcast is here, and it?s packed with the short and sweet nuggets of inspiration you love. This season, we?re tackling real-life pressure, complicated people, and the gap between good and great?all with practical wisdom you can apply today.

Expect honest conversations, counterintuitive insights, and bite-sized motivation to help you level up in your leadership, relationships, and personal growth. Whether you?re chasing failure, navigating tough conversations, or learning to lead yourself first, this season is designed to push you forward and keep you moving.

Hit subscribe, share it with a friend, and let?s dive in?because Season 6 is all about helping you become who you were meant to be.

For this episode, Ryan sat down with executive coach and sports broadcaster, Laura VandeBerg to have an honest conversation about anxiety, panic attacks, and parenting. To connect with Ryan or Laura for coaching, check out ryanleak.com.

Elliot Davis knows what it takes to stand out having had roles at significant companies doing talent development. Join Ryan and Elliot for this episode of Followership!

In this episode, Ryan dives into the topic of overcoming personal challenges, emphasizing the belief that everyone can achieve seemingly difficult tasks. He speaks with guest "G" about personal experiences, leadership, and strategies for pushing past adversity. **Key Takeaways:** 1. **Mental Strength**: The conversation starts with the importance of mental strength and determination in facing challenges. 2. **Starting Point**: G shares a personal story about witnessing a man swimming 60 laps in a pool, emphasizing the significance of each individual's unique starting point and the journey to improvement. 3. **Consistency Over Time**: G advises listeners to give themselves time to develop and grow, likening business ideas to scribbles on a napkin that eventually turn into something significant. 4. **Mindset**: Ryan introduces the issue of facing change and the difference between saying "I can't" versus actually not wanting to. G suggests that with determination, grit, and willpower, we can achieve things we once thought were impossible. 5. **Visualizing Success**: G shares his motivation for pushing through tough times by visualizing the finish line and the accolades waiting for him. 6. **Taking The First Step**: The most challenging part of any task, according to G, is the initial step into the unknown. 7. **Championing Ideas and Vision**: G cites a book by Adam Grant called "Give and Take" and discusses the concept of "disagreeable givers". He emphasizes the importance of championing someone else's vision with full sincerity, leaving disagreements behind. 8. **Non-Verbal Communication**: Ryan and G highlight the importance of body language in meetings and the messages it can convey. 9. **Balancing Multiple Challenges**: Ryan praises G's ability to balance multiple responsibilities, such as leading a growing church, running a business, and managing a family. G stresses the importance of being present wherever he is and strategically planning his week to allocate time for various tasks. 10. **Systematic Thinking**: One of G's strategies is understanding when he does his best work and dedicating those times to important tasks. This engaging discussion not only provides listeners with insights into handling individual challenges but also offers strategies for juggling multiple tasks effectively. The recurring theme is the power of mental fortitude and the belief that with determination and proper planning, one can overcome any challenge.

In this episode, Ryan Leak interviews Dr. Julia Wiener, a leadership and organizational development expert. They discuss topics related to culture, leadership, followership, and navigating challenges within the workplace. Dr. Wiener shares insights on how to create a positive impact on culture while working from home, the concept of intelligent disobedience, and the dynamics between leaders and followers. If you're looking for a culture coach, there's no one better than Dr. Julia. You can connect with her at ryanleak.com/coaching.

In this episode, Ryan Leak engages in a conversation with Vasti Cruz, a coach and founder of Healthy Heart Talks. They delve into the concept of wholehearted living, discussing how to move on from challenging situations, make authentic decisions, and bring your best energy to work and life. Vasti shares insights on the importance of aligning head and heart, letting go of past hurts, and embracing vulnerability to lead a fulfilling life.

You can connect Vasti Cruz at her website: https://www.healthofyourheart.com/

She's also available for coaching at: ryanleak.com/coaching

After a 6-month hiatus, Ryan Leak is back with Followership guests and this episode does not disappoint. Joining Ryan on today's episode is Jordan Montgomery who is an entrepreneur, speaker, author, and executive coach. Jordan and Ryan reflect on their personal journeys and how faith has played a pivotal role in shaping their careers and relationships. Jordan shares his transformative experience of humility and redemption at the age of 27, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's values alongside pursuing goals. Ryan echoes this sentiment, highlighting the significance of humility, curiosity, and honor in leadership.

They explore the challenges many individuals face in today's fast-paced world, such as the relentless pace and the destructive habit of comparison. Jordan and Ryan provide valuable strategies for overcoming these hurdles, including being mindful of your environment, practicing gratitude, and seeking authenticity.

Throughout the episode, their unwavering faith shines through as they acknowledge the role of God in their lives and the incredible impact it has had on their journey. They invite listeners, regardless of their faith background, to join in the conversation about faith, leadership, and personal growth.

Tune in to this episode for engaging discussions, practical advice, and inspiring stories that will empower you to lead with authenticity, humility, and purpose. You can learn more about Ryan at ryanleak.com. And you can learn more about Jordan Montgomery at montgomerycompanies.com.

This season we are interviewing people we think are next-level in light of Ryan's new book called Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate your Personal and Professional Development. Today's guest is social media expert and speaker, Giselle Ugarte. In this episode, we explore the topic of maintaining a healthy relationship with social media. We delve into the importance of being mindful of the amount of time spent on these platforms and how it can impact our daily lives. We also discuss the significance of being selective about who we follow and who we unfollow, and how this can affect our overall well-being and mental health. Join us as we offer practical tips and insights on how to cultivate a positive and balanced relationship with social media.

This season we are interviewing people we think are next-level in light of Ryan's new book called Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate your Personal and Professional Development. Today's guest is Jonathan Angulo. He represents one of the top mortgage lenders in the country and helps people navigate recessions personally and organizationally. In this episode, we will explore the concept of having a recession growth mindset and how it can help individuals and businesses navigate uncertain times. We will discuss strategies for developing a positive outlook and fostering resilience in the face of economic challenges. We will also examine the importance of financial planning, pivoting and embracing change, and learning new skills to remain competitive in a shifting job market. 

This season we are interviewing people we think are next-level in light of Ryan's new book called Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate your Personal and Professional Development. Today's guest is Dr. Rebecca Heiss who has her PhD in Stress. In this episode of "The Adventures of Stress with PHD," Dr. Rebecca Heiss takes us on a journey of understanding the complex nature of stress. With her extensive knowledge and expertise, she sheds light on the importance of stress and how it can actually help us thrive when managed correctly. You'll get an education on the differences between positive and negative stress and why it's crucial to be aware of both. Join Ryan Leak & Dr. Heiss as they explore the benefits and challenges of stress, and provides practical tips for recognizing and harnessing it in our daily lives. This episode promises to be a thought-provoking and enlightening journey through the world of stress.

This season we are interviewing people we think are next-level in light of Ryan's new book called Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate your Personal and Professional Development. Today's guest is Nona Jones who has written an incredible book entitled Killing Comparison. This episode explores the negative effects of comparison and competition in our daily lives while shedding light on the damaging impact of comparing ourselves to others on our mental and emotional well-being. In Nona's book, she dives into various aspects of comparison, from social media to workplace competition. She tackles tough questions, such as how to break free from the cycle of comparison and find happiness within ourselves. Whether you're struggling with comparison yourself or just looking to gain a better understanding of its effects, today's episode is a must-listen. 

This season we are interviewing people we think are next-level in light of Ryan's new book called Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate your Personal and Professional Development. Today's guest is the pastor, speaker, and chaplain of the Milwaukee Bucks, Ken Lock. Trauma and drama can have a significant impact on an individual's well-being, but the good news is it is possible to thrive after experiencing these events. In this podcast, we will explore different strategies and tools that can aid in the healing process and help individuals move forward in a positive direction. We will begin by discussing the importance of self-care and self-compassion. This includes activities such as exercise, mindfulness practices, and therapy. These can be incredibly powerful in helping individuals process their emotions and build resilience. We will also touch on the importance of finding a supportive community, whether that be through therapy groups, support groups, or close friends and family. Having a strong support system can provide a sense of safety and validation, which is crucial in the healing process. Additionally, we will discuss the importance of finding meaning and purpose post-trauma. This can be achieved through hobbies, volunteer work, or even a career change. Having a sense of purpose can give individuals a sense of direction and fulfillment. Overall, this podcast will provide a comprehensive look at various strategies and tools that can aid in the healing process and help individuals thrive after experiencing trauma and drama.

This season we are interviewing people we think are next-level in light of Ryan's new book called Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate your Personal and Professional Development. Today's guest is Heather Monahan. She is a best-selling author X2, Top 50 Keynote Speaker in the World 2022, Podcast Host of Creating Confidence, TedX speaker, and has most recently been appointed to the Board of Directors of Healthlynked Corp. Having successfully climbed the corporate ladder for nearly 20 years; Heather Monahan is one of the few women to break the glass ceiling and claim her spot in the C-suite. As a Chief Revenue Officer in Media, Heather Monahan is a Glass Ceiling Award winner named one of the most Influential Women in Radio in 2017, and Thrive Global named her a Limit Breaking Female Founder in 2018, and in 2021, Girls Club named her the Thought Leader of the Year. Heather?s book Confidence Creator shot to #1 on Amazon?s Business Biographies, and Business Motivation lists the first week it debuted on Amazon. Forbes named Confidence Creator one of the five must-have books for women in business in 2021.

This season we are interviewing people we think are next-level in light of Ryan's new book called Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate your Personal and Professional Development. Today's episode is with Lacey Stenson, who is the master of helping other people go to the next level. After getting her MBA from Stanford, she did nonprofit work to build 11 schools in Uganda. Since then, she's had her hand in running 3 law firms, starting a medical research organization, being the Chief People Officer at a financial services firm, and now spearheading six businesses for an elite entrepreneur. What Lacey has figured out is the best way to climb the ladder is to help others climb it first. 

Paul Attia specializes in navigating tough conversations with high-net-worth families. In this episode, we learn his rubric for navigating those complex conversations. If you're looking for a coach, check out our coaches at ryanleak.com

Mike Smith has been a professional development coach for over two decades. He's worked with the NFL and various other organizations. Ryan and Mike sat down and had an encouraging conversation about what to do when you just feel stuck. Mike is also available on the Ryan Leak Group's coaching platform, which can be found at ryanleak.com.

It's one thing to figure out what to do after you've been fired. But what Debbie Mitchell encourages us to do is to think through what we should do before it ever gets to a point of termination. You can learn more about Debbie Mitchell's executive coaching on our new coaching platform at https://www.ryanleak.com/coaching.

Ty calls himself a HEAD coach because he's mastered what it means to coach thinking. Learn what it takes to think on another level with Coach Ty Ellis who's been a part of the coaching staff for multiple NBA teams and USA Men's Basketball. Ty is one of our new coaches on our coaching platform that you can check out here: https://www.ryanleak.com/coaching

Everybody needs somebody in their life whom they've given permission to challenge them to go to the next level. Check out this fun conversation Ryan Leak had with executive coach Jen Porter. You can also connect with one of our Executive Coaches at https://www.ryanleak.com/coaching.

On today's episode, Ryan interviews Tim Schurrer about his new book The Secret Society of Success. Tim is the CEO of David Novak Leadership and Host of the "Build a Winning Team" podcast. 

Ryan Leak sat down with Hesha Abrams for this latest episode of Followership with Ryan Leak to discuss conflict resolution. Hesha is an internationally acclaimed master attorney mediator, known for crafting highly creative settlements and resolutions in very difficult matters. She has the unique talent to manage big egos and strong personalities with a keen ability to create synergy amongst the most diverse personality types, driving them toward agreement. By Holding the Calm, she has created settlements worth billions of dollars and saved clients billions more using her innovative approaches to deal making. She now specializes in crafting innovative solutions for complex or difficult matters and has resolved thousands of cases, both large and small, in every conceivable area during her career. You can purchase Holding the Calm at Amazon today here.

Today's episode is tackling chapter 12 entitled Don't Wait for Monday. We've all got intentions to be greater later, but we should become today who we intend to be tomorrow. Join the conversation with Lacey Stenson and Ryan Leak as they unpack what it means to not wait for the ideal time to get started on your goals. You can also get your copy of Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com. If you'd like to receive encouragement from Ryan every single week, text "Followership" to 469-809-1201.

Today's episode is tackling chapter 11 from Chasing Failure, If At First You Don't Fail, Try Again. Sometimes the more success you have, the more you feel like you have to lose when thinking about trying new things. Join the conversation with Lacey Stenson and Ryan Leak as they unpack what it means to keep an innovative attitude. You can also get your copy of Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com. If you'd like to receive encouragement from Ryan every single week, text "Followership" to 469-809-1201.

Today's episode is tackling chapter 10 from Chasing Failure entitled: Just Do It Scared. Sometimes we're waiting for the ideal emotional state before we can start taking steps towards our dreams. Sometimes you're tired, frustrated, or annoyed. Just keep moving forward anyway because ideal may never come. Join the conversation with Lacey Stenson and Ryan Leak as they unpack what it means to overcome fear. You can also get your copy of Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com. If you'd like to receive encouragement from Ryan every single week, text "Followership" to 469-809-1201.

Today's episode is tackling chapter 9 from Chasing Failure: Friends, Don't Fail Me Now. One of the underrated components of accomplishing goals is involving others to hold you accountable. Join the conversation with Lacey Stenson and Ryan Leak as they unpack what it means to support others in their failures. You can also get your copy of Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com. If you'd like to receive encouragement from Ryan every single week, text "Followership" to 469-809-1201.

Today's episode is tackling chapter 8 From Chasing Failure entitled All I Do Is Win. One of the procrastination hacks we can employ is instead of looking at what you can accomplish in a year, look at what you can accomplish in a day. Join the conversation with Lacey Stenson and Ryan Leak to learn more. You can also get your copy of Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com. If you'd like to receive encouragement from Ryan every single week, text "Followership" to 469-809-1201.

We're back after a long hiatus unpacking Ryan Leak's book Chasing Failure. Today's episode is tackling chapter 7 entitled 50 Shades of They. When it comes to failure, we all have somebody we believe is watching that we don't want to fail in front of. So how do you overcome that? Join the conversation with Lacey Stenson and Ryan Leak to learn more. You can also get your copy of Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com. If you'd like to receive encouragement from Ryan every single week, text "Followership" to 469-809-1201. 

Getting rid of shame is the hardest part about dealing with failure. Season 2 is us going through Ryan Leak's book Chasing Failure and giving insights on how followers can embrace risk-taking in their work environments. You can purchase Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com.

Millionaire dreams require millionaire habits. Season 2 is us going through Ryan Leak's book Chasing Failure and giving insights on how followers can embrace risk-taking in their work environments. You can purchase Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com.

It can be hard to know if something should be a career or a hobby. So we dive into some tips that can help you in today's episode. Season 2 is us going through Ryan Leak's book Chasing Failure and giving insights on how followers can embrace risk-taking in their work environments. You can purchase Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com.

If you don?t know your why, when you fail, you won?t be motivated to get back up. Season 2 is us going through Ryan Leak's book Chasing Failure and giving insights on how followers can embrace risk-taking in their work environments. You can purchase Chasing Failure at ryanleak.com.

Season 2 is us going through Ryan Leak's book Chasing Failure and giving insights on how followers can embrace risk-taking in their work environments. In this episode, we talk about what Ryan learned from his time with late great Kobe Bryant.

We took a hiatus, and now we're back. Season 2 is us going through Ryan Leak's book Chasing Failure and giving insights on how followers can embrace risk-taking in their work environments. In this episode, we talk about the value you can add to an organization when you show up without an agenda. 

There are moments when you won't get inspiration, direction, or vision from your leader. This is why you need to have some go-to questions you can have in your back pocket to help you lead yourself when you need to the most.

The first question you can ask yourself is: Why Am I Doing This?

The second question you can ask yourself is: What Credit Can I Give Away?

The third question you can ask yourself is: What Mistakes Can I Own?

The fourth question you can ask yourself is: Who Knows Who I Really Am?

Celebrities often become celebrities by being themselves, but to remain one, they have to become who others need them to be or risk losing something. You need a space in your life where you can be you. Authenticity is important for who you're becoming. Being known is one of the best things we can do for our own mental health and leading ourselves well. 

You never want to be faking it publicly remaining privately broken. 

If you?re struggling with depression, who knows?

If you?re having suicidal thoughts, who knows?

If you?re having an affair, who knows?

If you?re fudging numbers to look better, who knows?

If you?re drowning in debt, who knows?

Everybody doesn?t have to know, but somebody does.

For more show notes and episodes, go to ryanleak.com/followership.

There are moments when you won't get inspiration, direction, or vision from your leader. This is why you need to have some go-to questions you can have in your back pocket to help you lead yourself when you need to the most.

The first question you can ask yourself is: Why Am I Doing This?

The second question you can ask yourself is: What Credit Can I Give Away?

The third question you can ask yourself is: What Mistakes Can I Own?

When things are going well, everyone volunteers to get their piece of the success pie. When things are going south, everyone scatters because most people don't want own their piece of why things aren't working. 

Two of the most powerful words that can help you lead yourself well are: I'm sorry. 

What will make you more attractive to high-level leaders is when take ownership for your area. We should be generous with credit and hogs with the blame. 

What colleague could you call, message, or email today to apologize for something you've done in the past 6 months? What do you need to own that maybe you've been ignoring?

For more show notes and episodes, go to ryanleak.com/followership. 

There are moments when you won't get inspiration, direction, or vision from your leader. This is why you need to have some go-to questions you can have in your back pocket to help you lead yourself when you need to the most.

The first question you can ask yourself is: Why Am I Doing This?

The second question you can ask yourself is: What Credit Can I Give Away?

Don?t you love it when you give an idea in a meeting and nobody likes it... And then someone else gives your same idea 3 months later and people think they?re a genius?

We're tempted to grab as much credit as we possible can because we?ve all been on the end of not getting credit we deserved. So here?s why this question is so important?

So you can be the opposite of what you?ve experienced in the past.

Reply all emails are the perfect opportunity to give credit to other people when we're tempted to make ourselves look better. 

We have an infatuation with being self-made, but in all reality, every "self-made" person had help along the way. They read a book. They had a friend. They listened to a podcast. They watched a Ted Talk. Would it hurt to give them some credit?

Not getting credit is the best thing for our pride. Giving credit is good for our relationships.

How much credit do you think you deserve for your department?s success? It's often over-inflated. It's always better to err on the side of giving more credit to others than taking more credit than you actually deserve. 

For more show notes and episodes, go to ryanleak.com/followership.

There are moments when you won't get inspiration, direction, or vision from your leader. This is why you need to have some go-to questions you can have in your back pocket to help you lead yourself when you need to the most. 

The first question you can ask yourself is: Why Am I Doing This? 

What?s your why?

Is it money?

Is it status?

Is it position?

Is it proving it to somebody who didn?t think you?d ever amount to anything?

Beware of having a why that doesn?t line up with who you actually want to be.

Proving somebody wrong might actually help you win, but once you?ve proved them wrong, then what? 

There's a lot of people still trying to prove something to their parents or people they were in middle school with. They?ve been trying to keep up with Joneses they went to school with and the only problem is? the Joneses don?t live in their neighborhood anymore. 

Your why is for you, not them.

Your why needs to be strong enough to get you out of bed in the morning whether your leader has inspired you or not. 

For more show notes and episodes, go to ryanleak.com/followership.