Lead Me On

Episode 94: Building High-Performance Teams in High-Stakes Situations: Leadership Lessons From a Test Pilot Part 2

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Tune in to Part 2 of our podcast conversation with Don, where he delves into essential leadership insights. Discover how to enhance your leadership style as Don highlights the critical role of trust-building and nurturing constructive conflict within high-performing teams. Gain valuable wisdom on maintaining integrity at the highest level of leadership. Join us as we explore key strategies for effective leadership.

In this episode, you'll learn:

The significance of trust and healthy conflict
Being willing to make mistakes
The importance of knowing who you are and who your people are
The non-negotiable value of having integrity
The value of post-crisis assessments

Don's practical wisdom and captivating stories offer practical solutions for extraordinary leadership. Join us as we delve into Don's (Krash's) remarkable journey and learn how his experiences can shape future leaders.

Reach out to Lori King-Taylor:
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrinityPerformance
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lorikingtaylor/
Website: trinityperformancesolutions.com/

Episode 93: Building High-Performance Teams in High-Stakes Situations: Leadership Lessons From a Test Pilot Part 1

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we are honored to welcome Don Kaderbek, a true luminary with two decades of distinguished service as a test pilot for the United States Air Force and an extraordinary career in aerospace engineering, working for companies such as Gulfstream, SpaceX, and NASA.

In part 1 of our conversation with Don, we discuss leadership and peak performance in high-stakes environments. Through gripping anecdotes and profound insights, Don illuminates the essential elements of effective leadership – from fostering trust and embracing constructive conflict to meticulous strategic planning.

Get ready to be empowered as Don unveils invaluable strategies for cultivating and sustaining high-performance teams, navigating intricate challenges with finesse, and transcending barriers to success.

This episode promises to ignite your passion for excellence and equip you with the tools to lead with unwavering confidence and purpose.

Tune in now for an unforgettable journey into the heart of leadership mastery!

Reach out to Lori King-Taylor:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/lkingtaylor/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrinityPerformance
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lorikingtaylor/
Website: trinityperformancesolutions.com/

Episode 92: Beat the Odds: How Advantage Play™ Can Transform Your Leadership

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400

In Las Vegas, where “you can’t beat the house”, there are a few elite players casinos fear. These are the Advantage Players™ (APs). Experts at "unbeatable" games like blackjack - they dominate by combining superior skill, lightning insight, and razor-sharp instinct, winning when the biggest bets are on the table.

An AP and expert blackjack player turned venture capitalist and hedge fund manager who has participated in $1 billion dollars' worth of deals, Joel Block has adapted these skills, attitudes, and philosophies to business. His cage-rattling keynote speeches and media appearances expose Advantage Play™, the art of knowing what comes next because, for APs, winning is inevitable.

On this episode of Lead Me On, Joel shares his fascinating journey and how his skills in the gambling world have translated into the business world. Discover how his strategic mindset and situational awareness can help you make better predictions, take calculated risks, and play at the top of your game. Get ready to be inspired to lead with advantage. Tune in now!

To connect with Joel Block:
Website: joelblock.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joelblock
Facebook: Joel G. Block

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lorikingtaylor/
Website: trinityperformancesolutions.com/

Episode 91: Workplace LOL: Boosting Productivity with Laughter

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Lori explores the significance of laughter in the workplace and its ability to foster a positive and engaging environment.

You will learn:

How laughter can decrease stress and enhance morale in the workplace.
How humor in the workplace boosts motivation, engagement, and creativity within teams.
Tips and strategies for cultivating a joyful and enjoyable workplace atmosphere.

This episode is essential for leaders and employees seeking to create a more enjoyable and productive work environment.

Reach out to Lori King-Taylor:
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrinityPerformance
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lorikingtaylor/
Website: trinityperformancesolutions.com/

Episode 90: Inclusive Minds: Navigating DEI & Emotional Intelligence

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0400

Inclusive Minds: Navigating DEI & Emotional Intelligence" delves into the pivotal role of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) as a foundational skill for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

Join us as we explore the significance of EQ in fostering an inclusive workplace and society, unraveling why and how EQ should be seamlessly integrated into an organization's DEI strategies.

Lori will uncover practical ways that leaders can champion emotional intelligence, ensuring that it becomes an integral part of DEI efforts, thus creating a more empathetic, diverse, and equitable environment for all.

This podcast is your guide to not only understanding the importance of EI in DEI but also taking actionable steps to promote it within your organization.

Reach out to Lori King-Taylor:
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrinityPerformance
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lorikingtaylor/
Website: trinityperformancesolutions.com/

Episode 89: The Kindness Habit Re-run with Allison Clarke

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered how kindness can impact your leadership style?

Kindness is a powerful tool in leadership. It not only enhances employee retention and motivation, but it also improves productivity in the workplace.

In this podcast episode, I re-run our discussion on the power of kindness with special guest Allison Clarke. We highlight the importance of kindness in leadership and the workplace, emphasizing its impact on employee retention and motivation.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The way we treat others and the small things we do can have a big effect on someone's life and overall happiness.
The importance of taking time for self-care and finding ways to recharge
prioritize expressing genuine appreciation and recognition for the contributions of others

I invite you to listen to this episode to discover how kindness can truly transform workplaces and make a significant difference in people's lives.

To connect with Allison Clarke:
http://www.allisonclarkeconsulting.com

The Kindness Habit book: http://www.allisonclarkeconsulting.com/events-merchandise/kindness-habit-maximize-happiness-impact/

Reach out to Lori King-Taylor:
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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lorikingtaylor/
Website: trinityperformancesolutions.com/

Episode 88: Living with Purpose: Creating a Well-Lived Life

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0400

Have you ever thought about the last 10 years of your life and realized how quickly time flies? Are you ready to set specific goals and make them a reality? Join me on this episode as we dive into the power of goal setting and how it can transform your life.

You'll learn:

how to break down your goals into manageable steps to stay focused and motivated
the importance of celebrating your wins and how it fuels your drive to achieve even more
practical strategies to monitor your progress and make your journey toward success more fulfilling

So, if you're ready to make 2024 your most spectacular year yet, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to harness the extraordinary leadership skills within you and start achieving those dreams!

Tune in now and get inspired to take action towards your goals. Don't wait for tomorrow, start today!

Remember, your one beautiful life is waiting, and it's time to make it truly well-lived.

Reach out to Lori King-Taylor:

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lorikingtaylor/
Website: trinityperformancesolutions.com/

Episode 87: Redefining Leadership: How Prioritizing Health and Wellness Elevates Your Success with Jen Torok

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400

In this episode of the Lead Me On Podcast, Jen Torok, a dedicated nurse practitioner on a mission to reshape lives through Fiercely Connected Wellness, shares practical strategies for busy professionals to prioritize their health and wellness while excelling in their leadership roles.

Discover how incorporating small changes into your daily routine can have a significant impact on your overall well-being and productivity.

You'll learn:

How to effectively manage your time by incorporating good time management strategies into your schedule.
Prioritizing adequate hydration and proper nutrition to maintain energy levels and improve focus.
Find ways to incorporate movement into your day, even in small increments.

Listen to this episode to learn how these practical solutions can help you enhance your leadership skills while taking care of your health and well-being.

Remember, by prioritizing your health, you can become an extraordinary leader!

Guest Links:
Website: www.jentorok.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jennifer.torok.1
Instagram: @jen_torok
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/jentorok

Link to other episode:
Episode 50: Healthy Sleep and Productivity
Episode 6: Sleeping Routine to Improve Leadership Clarity
Episode 5: How Sleeps Impacts Your Leadership

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lorikingtaylor/
Website: trinityperformancesolutions.com/

Episode 86: The Power of "No": How to Use Emotional Intelligence to Improve Your Life

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0400

In this episode of the Lead Me On podcast, Lori King Taylor discusses the importance of saying 'no' and setting boundaries. Using emotional intelligence, she offers practical tips for communicating effectively and maintaining healthy relationships.

Learn how to honor your own needs and priorities, while still considering the feelings of others.

You'll learn:

Set boundaries and say no when necessary
Remember that every yes is a no and every no is a yes
It's okay not to be involved in everything

Don't miss out on Lori's inspiring insights for extraordinary leadership!

Reach out to Lori King-Taylor:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lkingtaylor/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrinityPerformance
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorikingtaylor/
Website: https://trinityperformancesolutions.com/

Episode 85: Magnificent Millennials

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0400

The largest generation in the current workforce, Millennials were born between 1981 and 1996. Many started working during a recession, which has greatly affected how they view their long-term careers.

As we adjust to our post-pandemic life, it’s this generation that is going to play a big part in shaping it. Join Lori and Lori as they discuss the importance of this generation.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 84: 1965-1980 - The Forgotten Generation

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Stuck in the middle is one way to describe GenX. Between the Boomers and the Millenials, you will find a group of workers that are flexible, dependable, loyal, and hardworking.

Don't miss the opportunity to hear two GenX'ers highlights why this generation shines and should be leaned on to move your organization forward.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 83: A Peace Partner for Conflict Resolution

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0400

Have you ever heard of a Peace Partner? Join us as we hear from Hilary Bendon about how a Peace Partner can be a release valve for the pressure building up for employees and leaders that are experiencing conflict in the workplace and how this can be an integral part of retaining employees.

To contact Hilary Brendon:
eMail: Hilary@hxbllc.com
Website: www.hxbllc.com
Phone Number: 626-202-1633

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 82: Keys to Emotional Intelligence in your Marriage

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 08:00:00 -0400

We have talked a lot about Emotional Intelligence on this podcast, but have you ever thought about your Marital Emotional Intelligence? Having marriage EQ skills will boost your relationships in the workplace as well as in your marriage. Today, we will hear from Susan and Mike Dawson about building Emotional Intelligence within the marriage bonds.

To contact Susan and Mike Dawson: www.mikeandsusandawson.com

Take the Marriage Emotional Intelligence Quiz: www.mikeandsusandawson.com/MIQ

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 81: Three Essential Pillars for Leadership

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Have you ever heard the phrase 'praise publicly, criticize privately'? We are going to challenge this decades-old practice and learn how to course-correct more effectively. Learn three essential pillars for leadership success as Candace Gottlieb-Clark shares some common truths that emerged as she worked with leaders.

To connect with Candace Gottlieb-Clark visit
Author Website: https://candicegottliebclark.com/
Business Website: https://dynamicteamsolutions.org/

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 80: Treasuring Our Baby Boomers

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 10:00:00 -0400

Born after World War II through 1964, baby boomers have long been known for their strong work ethic and goal-centric tendencies and, until recently, were the largest generation. This generation was shaped by conflict: the Korean War, Vietnam, the civil rights movement, and extraordinary advancements: man on the moon!

Join Lori and Lori as they discuss the treasures this great generation brings to the workplace.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 79: Generations at Work: Traditionalists

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Are you recognizing the value of our oldest workers? The traditionalist generation employees are currently 77+ and bring a tremendous amount of loyalty, work ethic, and knowledge to organizations.

Lori and Lori will share important tips for utilizing this asset to the fullest.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 78: Seizing the Opportunities of Five Generations

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 08:00:00 -0400

For the first time in history, we have five generations working side-by-side in the workplace. We have younger leaders managing workers who are significantly older than them and experienced managers trying to figure out how to best motivate people much younger than they are.

Join us today as we discuss the workplace conundrum of working with five distinctly different groups of workers.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 77: Reality Testing in Leadership - Reading the Cues Correctly

Wed, 11 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400

This topic keeps coming up in our work with clients - if you didn't catch it the first time, listen in as Lori and Lori talk about Reality Testing - what it is and how to use it!

We get in our own way, a lot! How many times as a leader (or a spouse or parent or friend or...) have you made an incorrect assumption, either far too negative or positive, and it led to disastrous results?

When we don't step back to look at what is fact and what is our interpretation, we can make [wrong] snap decisions or miss something very important. Listen in as we talk about Reality Testing and how it can make us better leaders.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 76: Using Strengths to Combat Your Imposter Monster

Tue, 03 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Have you ever worried that someone may find out that you aren't really as [smart, talented, awesome...] as they think you are?

Aashi Arora of iRise Executive Coaching joins us to talk about how knowing and using your Strengths will help you tame your imposter monster.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

To connect with Aashi Arora:

Email: aashi@iriseexecutivecoaching.com

website: iriseexecutivecoaching.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aashiarorairiseexecutivecoaching

Episode 75: Questions from the Classroom: Emotional Intelligence

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0400

Join Lori and Lori as they answer the top five questions they get on the topic of Emotional Intelligence. This is a fun discussion with real-life questions and examples.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 74: Beautiful boundaries – a beauty industry insider perspective to servant leadership

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Too often we prioritize financial goals that we forget to simply serve. When you shift your mindset to serving your clients from your heart, with an identified challenge and providing a solution-based approach, everything changes. The money comes naturally.

In this episode, we will talk to Mandy Zehnder, a beauty industry insider, about the value of goal setting with the priority of serving.

To find Mandy Zehnder:

Instagram: Mandy_Inspired

Website: www.MandyZehnder.com

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 73: Four Steps to Retaining Employees

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Employee retention is on a downward slope. With 2021 being designated “The Great Resignation”, companies are continuing to find it difficult to find and keep good employees.

Join Lori and Lori as they discuss four key factors to retaining good employees.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 72: You Are In My Lane

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0400

We've all been there - when someone tries to take over our project, circumvents our authority or steps in where they are not wanted.

Lori and Lori talk through a whole range of 'why' this happens and what to do about it when it happens to you.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 71: Establishing Ground Rules as a Tool For Effective Leadership Re-play

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0400

This week, we will be replaying our podcast on Establishing Ground Rules as a Tool For Effective Leadership that will help you manage conflict within your team.

If you are a leader who wants to increase your capability to lead with greater impact and influence, this podcast will provide you with applicable and practical solutions for extraordinary leadership.

In this episode of LeadMeOn podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are sharing real-life examples of creating ground rules and discussing the benefits for leading teams. We would recommend you to listen to our previous episode on Promoting a healthy conflict under your leadership to get the full picture of this topic.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

· Ground rules for communication

· Establishing expectations

· Being accountable - holding others accountable - to following the rules

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 70: The Kindness Habit

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Kindness isn't always modeled in society, yet when this dynamic sense of graciousness occurs, it's admired, appreciated, and it can spark a chain of kindness that goes on forever. A good deed can be effortless, quick, and free, so why don't we do them all the time?

Join the conversation when Lori King-Taylor interviews Allison Clarke, author of The Kindness Habit, on why kindness matters in leadership.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com
To connect with Allison Clarke: http://www.allisonclarkeconsulting.com

The Kindness Habit book: http://www.allisonclarkeconsulting.com/events-merchandise/kindness-habit-maximize-happiness-impact/

Episode 69: Think Before You Write

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Writing in the workplace can be frustrating for all parties involved. Elizabeth Danziger tells us how to get great results when we turn over a writing project. She shares the 3 P's that will make all the difference in the effectiveness of the writing that you and your team produce.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com
To connect with Elizabeth Danziger visit:

Writamins signup with Free Bonus E-book: https://worktalk.com/10-communication-tips
Worktalk web site: https://www.worktalk.com
Liz's email: lizd@worktalk.com
Book on business writing: Get to the Point! 2nd edition
https://www.amazon.com/Painless-Writing-Letters-Colleagues-Understand/dp/0981978606/ref=sr_1_2?crid=3UOIYV1NI9J57&keywords=get+to+the+point+danziger&qid=1646248390&sprefix=%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-2

Episode 68: Coaching for Extraordinary Leadership

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0500

Being a coach means you are a leader investing in your people. Coaches give encouragement, see the big picture and never pass judgment.

Join Lori and Lori as they discuss what Leader as Coach really means, why it is so essential to the development of your team and the skills you need to develop to function well in this role.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 67: Why Bullies Aren't Fired

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Is behavior or performance more important? Listen in to learn more about why workplace bullies behave the way they do and why they don't get fired as often as you think they should. The answers may surprise you!

Join Lori Gorrell as she has a candid conversation with the bully coach, Catherine Mattice of Civility Partners on how workplace bullying is linked to the Great Resignation.

To connect with Catherine Mattice visit https://civilitypartners.com/
To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 66: How to Leave Your Job Respectfully

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0500

You've been hearing about the Great Resignation, the Great Reshuffling, etc. Be the person who goes out on top, not the one who burned every bridge on their way out the door.

Join Lori and Lori as they discuss the three key aspects of leaving your job gracefully: Planning, setting the team up for success and maintaining relationships.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 65: Emotional Intelligence Through a Home Remodel

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Join Lori and Lori as they draw the parallels of a house renovation and being a great leader. Learn why fine-tuning your emotional intelligence matters at every step, whether renovating a house or re-engaging your team.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 64: Can You Trust Me?

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Team effectiveness and bottom-line results can both be linked to the critical skill of building a culture of Trust. Join Lori and Lori as they talk about why trust is so essential to a team and how to begin building your foundation.

Key takeaways:

📌Psychological safety - what it is and how it is necessary to build Trust
📌How conflict can be a trust builder
📌Ideas for intentionally building trust on your team

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 63: How to Network Successfully

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0500

Talking to strangers ranks in the top 5 of things people hate to do but meeting new people and building a network is crucial to the success of any leader.

In today’s podcast, we are going to talk about the Why, Where, When and How of networking. Whether a reluctant networker or seasoned professional, you are sure to gain some practical solutions for extraordinary networking.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 62: Where Do You Need a Relationship Tune-Up?

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Leaders, emerging and seasoned, need to continually build and refine their interpersonal relationship skills. Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell provide examples and tips for building relationships in a variety of situations and skill levels.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 61: Assertiveness Without Resorting to Emotional Sabotage

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0500

Assertiveness is your ability to express feelings, beliefs, and thoughts openly and your ability to stand up for personal rights – and here’s the key – assertive people can do these things without being aggressive or abusive!

Listen in as Lori and Lori discuss why aggressiveness is a key leadership skill and how to do it in a way that brings you into a closer and more honest relationship with your team members.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 60: Solid Leaders Are Intentionally Balanced

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0500

What does it even mean to be balanced? It certainly isn't some beautifully perfect split of 50-50.

However, we can have a sense of this mysterious 'balance' when we are intentional with how we spend our precious time and energy by making sure we are focused on what really matters and that we are continually growing and learning.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Download:
Life Intentions Worksheet

Episode 59: Learning to Appreciate the True You

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Do you have the ability to appreciate your positive aspects and possibilities as well as to accept your negative aspects and limitations and still feel good about yourself?

In this episode, Lori and Lori discuss why it’s so important to know your strengths and weaknesses while liking yourself warts and all.

Link to Ted Talks:
Amy Cuddy - Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 58: Re-release of Leadership and Personalities Part 1 & 2

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0500

This week, we combined the two-part series called 'Why Do They Do That' in one episode to give you real-life applicable steps to recognize four primary work styles and the key differences that make each style tick and what can get in their way.

Have you ever looked at the people you work with and wonder, “why do they do that?” It is so important for leaders to recognize that there are many ways people are motivated and inspired in the workplace. Knowing how to adapt your communication to the individual can be your secret sauce.

If you are a leader who wants to increase your capability to lead with greater impact and influence, this podcast will provide you with applicable and practical solutions for extraordinary leadership.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Four core workstyles
Specific ways that each workstyle contributes to a team
Importance of adapting to the different styles on your team
How to develop and manage the team
Describing instead of labeling the personalities
Recognizing and utilizing the dynamic of the team

Bonus from Lori Gorrell: ebook Why Do They Do That?

Resources that we referred to: Everything DiSC assessments
https://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/services/training/disc-assessments/
http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/everything-disc/

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 57: Is Optimism Too Squishy-Feely To Talk About?

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0500

Let's set the record straight - optimism is not the same as being naive! Listen in as Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell dive into the not-so-squishy-feely side of optimism. Learn how to be a more resilient leader, more creative, and even healthier, using the optimism lens.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 56: Developing Emotional Resilience to Master Stress

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0500

We all endure times of stress, but how we deal with that stress has a direct effect on our emotional well-being and our leadership. Stress tolerance is your ability to withstand adverse events and stressful situations without developing physical or emotional symptoms. Join Lori and Lori as they discuss how to prepare, plan and react to stress.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 55: Business Success Through Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -0500

Diversity Equity and Inclusion will have significant, positive impacts on the success of your business and it should be a safe and ongoing conversation in the workplace. Join us as we talk to guest Eric Johnson of Insighted to learn more about why DEI initiatives fail, why the conversations should happen live and the huge financial and organizational impact that being a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization can have for your business.

Stat Links:

Financial performance. A study conducted by McKinsey & Company found that ethnically diverse companies are 35% more likely to have financial returns above their respective national industry medians. Gender diverse companies are 15% more likely to outperform their respective national industry medians.
Become an Employer of choice. According to Glassdoor, 76% of job seekers view a diverse workforce as an important factor when evaluating companies and considering job offers.
Innovation and growth. Harvard Business Review found that diverse companies are 70% likelier to capture a new market. They’re also 45% more likely to report increased market share year-over-year.
Increased employee engagement. 83% of millennials report being actively engaged when they believe their organization fosters an inclusive workplace culture.
Powerful decision-making. Diverse teams make better decisions up to 87% of the time, according to a study conducted by Forbes.

Education Resource Link: https://insightedyou.com/dei-education/

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Episode 54: Leaders and Goal Setting Rerun

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500

This week, we are replaying a previous podcast on Leaders and Goal Setting. It's at this time of the year that you need to be putting your final touches on your goals for the following year.
Many of you have gone through the process at work, but what about your personal goals?

If you don't write down specific goals for your life. You're most likely going to get to the end of the year and think about all the things you had wanted to do this year but didn't get around to.

So listen up, get some ideas, start your planning and let's make next year, a year where we can check off those goals you've been putting off.

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Episode 53: How Flexibility Increases Emotional Intelligence

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0500

Do you see yourself as a leader who tends to be flexible or rigid when unpredictable, unfamiliar, and dynamic circumstances come your way? Are you generally open to and tolerant of different ideas, orientations, ways, and practices?

In this episode, we dive into how learning to be more flexible can increase your emotional intelligence and make you a more effective leader.

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To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 52: Reality Testing in Leadership - Reading the Cues Correctly

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 09:00:00 -0400

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Episode 51: Hotheads, Flexibility and Bottom Line Results

Sat, 30 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0400

Have you ever witnessed a hothead leader having a hotheaded moment and wondered what their business would be like if they had more control over their outbursts? In this podcast, we talk about what is a lack of impulse control, what to look for and a few key anecdotes to help you remain calm, cool, and flexible in heated moments.

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Episode 50: Healthy Sleep and Productivity

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Are you getting out of bed in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom? or finding it hard to fall and stay asleep? Well, maybe there is something a whole lot more than just setting up the right environment to help you fall asleep.

Join us as we interview Tara Clancy, the host of the Counterfeits Sleep Podcast and a driving force behind HiPerSleep, provide the benefits of high-performance sleep, which include improving safety retention and performance, decreasing health insurance costs, and increasing positive culture and profits.

Contact Tara Clancy at www.HiPerSleep.com

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Episode 49: How Sleep Impacts Your Leadership Recap

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0400

This week, we are replaying a previous podcast on How Sleep Impacts Your Leadership. Sleep has become the biggest epidemic that we are facing these days. Insufficient sleep is associated with a range of negative health and social outcomes including adverse formats at work. Reduced sleep duration has been linked to 7 up to 15 leading causes of death in the United States. So we thought that it would be important to re-release Episode 5 on How Sleep Impacts Your Leadership for preparation for our podcast next week.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Hormones that regulate our sleep
The causes of sleep deprivation

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Episode 48: Using Emotional Intelligence for Problem Solving

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400

When we are emotionally charged, we aren't in the right headspace for solid problem-solving. If you think about it, there is often a lot of emotion inherent with most problems. This means that, left unchecked, we won't have our full head in the problem-solving game and we won't get the best results! Lori and Lori will guide you through 6-steps and 3 rules for solving problems with emotional intelligence at the core.

Resources: The EQ Edge, Third Edition [Stein, Book] & Effective Problem Solving [Levine]

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Episode 47: Reimagining Hiring Practices For the Future

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Workplace culture is shaped early on in the employment relationship – our recruiting and hiring behaviors send key messages to potential employees about who we are as an organization. The pandemic has revealed cracks in these systems and practices and reminded leaders that we cannot operate on auto-pilot when it comes to the human factors of the business.

Join us as we interview Nora Burns, Chief Information Sharer at The Leadership Experts, as discuss what should we as leaders are considering regarding the current landscape and its impact on the future of hiring and retention?

Contact Nora Burns, nora@theleadershipexperts.com

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Episode 46: Are you doing this or not?

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 08:00:00 -0400

It's the perfect time of year to regroup, reflect and re-engage with your goals. You may not have even looked at your goals lately, so the question is... Are you going to do this or not?

Join Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell as they talk you through the steps of re-engaging with your goals to finish the year strong!

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
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Episode 45: Enhancing Your Leadership Confidence

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0400

How important is confidence in leadership and business? Almost everything! While we tend to believe that persons in positions of leadership already have confidence sometimes they are missing some vital pieces.

Join us as we interview author and speaker Jill Johnson of Johnson Consulting Services and discuss how to build leadership confidence.

Contact Jill Johnson at jill@jcs-usa.com

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Episode 44: Hard Knock Life Lessons

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400

When you feel like you've been through the wringer, are you able to step back and find the valuable lessons?

We've all been through periods where we don't know how we will see our way through gracefully or how we will catch up after setbacks; Lori King-Taylor keeps it real and shares the four valuable lessons she has taken away from a month of (multiple) crises.

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Episode 43: Emotional Decisions in Leadership

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

There are many ways in which emotions drive our decision-making. From negative past encounters to in-the-moment excitement, the whole range of emotions is worth recognizing when we are making critical decisions.

Join Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell to learn more about the value of self-awareness, listening to physical cues, and how to remove emotions that aren't related to the actual decision to be made!

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
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Episode 42: Productivity: A Super Hero Skill for Leaders

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Join Lori Gorrell and Lori King-Taylor as they talk to Lisa Crilley-Mallis of Impactive Strategies about productivity bottlenecks and biological prime time. Learn what this means and how to use it to increase your effectiveness as a leader.

Create time in your schedule to work on those things that are of your highest value to the company
Be aware of your Biological Prime Time and plan accordingly
Learn what your bottleneck is...and isn't

Lisa Crilley-Mallis
Impactive Strategies - Identify your bottleneck, go here for a free resource! ImpactiveStrategies.com/cost
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lcrilleymallis/

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Episode 41: Exciting News on New Opportunity!

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Do you want to develop your leadership skills, enhance your career and even focus on your personal development? Lori Gorrel interviews Lori King-Taylor on her new membership program that concentrates on just that!

The Impact Membership program helps business professionals maximize their impact and build stronger relationships with their teams.

To learn more, go to:

www.myimpactmembership.com

Episode 40: Secret Fears of New Leaders

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Leadership positions are a goal many have in their career, but it often comes with anxiety and fear of the new role, responsibilities, and expectations placed upon them. In this episode of Lead Me On the podcast, Lori and Lori discuss some of the top fears plaguing leaders today and give tips for overcoming those fears.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Be courageous enough to recognize when fear is getting in the way
Action steps to release the fear and into good leadership practices
Building skills and confidence

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 39: Key Strategies for Team Success

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0400

There are five key behaviors for team success. Tune in to learn how these five behaviors can turn your team around to improve retention, engagement, and bottom-line results.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Know when it's time to get help for your team
Commit to the process
Keep it alive for maximum impact

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 38: Positivity in Leadership revisited

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400

This week, we are replaying a previous podcast in Positivity in Leaders. In the last year and a half, it hasn't been easy to stay positive but as leaders it is critical. Now that things are starting to move in a new and somewhat back to normal direction, many leaders are feeling a bit uncertain, overwhelmed, and stressed. So we thought that its a great time to discuss positivity in leadership once more.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

How to make a shift into positive leadership.
How to use positivity as a motivator.
How to make positivity into a habit.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/

Episode 37: Are You Developing Your Emerging Leaders?

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Building your bench strength isn't an activity for later. Now is the time to be paying attention to and developing the next generation of upper-level leaders in your organization!

There are many ways to build an effective emerging leaders program, in this episode, we discuss what you should consider whether you need to build from scratch or finetune your current agenda.

Practical Solutions for Extraordinary Leadership:

1) Define the meaning of an emerging leader in your organization

2) Identify the employees with high potential and nurture them

3) Develop a structured program for training and development

For more on this topic check out episode 33 – Establish Effective Mentor Relationship

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 36: Body Language for Effective Communication

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400

What is your body saying when you are communicating? Over half of communication happens non-verbally! If getting your words together wasn't enough, you also have to pay attention to what messages your face, body, and position send when you are communicating.

Practical Solutions for Extraordinary Leadership:

1) Be Self-Aware

2) Practice

3) Solicit Feedback

For more information, check out episode 35 Complexity of Communication.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 35: Complexity of Communication

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0400

You thought you communicated, but did you check in to see what they actually heard? So much happens between what we say, how we say it, even where we say it, and then there are the receiver's filters that it all passes through. It's no wonder our messages don't always come across as expected. You've undoubtedly heard that listening is a key factor in effective communication, how well are you actually doing it?

Join Lori and Lori as they discuss:

Communication isn't a one-way street
Being aware of the noise that goes along with your message
The art of listening

For more information on communication, check out these other podcasts.

Episode 12 - Conflict and Episodes
Episode 9 & 10 - Personality Styles

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Episode 34: Discovering Leadership on a Cross Country Journey

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400

What can you learn about leadership in making a cross-country RV trip? Listen in as Lori King-Taylor interviews Lori Gorrell as she traverses the country to see what 'lessons' have been learned along the way.

Key takeaways:

Planning is a critical step in any adventure - are you getting it out of your head and taking action?
Getting support along the way - even from unexpected sources.
Be flexible - chances are Plan A is never going to happen - be flexible and allow Plan B or even Plan C to emerge.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 33: Establish Effective Mentor Relationships

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400

As a leader, you should be constantly developing your skills, expanding your viewpoints, and considering new ways of approaching situations. The best way for you to achieve this is through Mentorship. Both as a mentee but also as a mentor.

Mentorship is a mutually beneficial relationship wherein both individuals learn from each other while maintaining a friendly, respectful, and supportive relationship.

Join Lori Gorrell and Lori King-Taylor as they discuss the importance of Establishing Effective Mentor Relationship.

Key Takeaways

Find a mentor or be a mentor
Make sure the relationship is the right fit
Be consistent and committed

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 32: Making Culture Everyone's Responsibility

Thu, 27 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400

A strong culture isn’t just the responsibility of the company leaders and HR – it should be on everyone’s job description! For a healthy, values-driven organization you want every employee to be on board with the values so that hiring, accountability, celebrations, and discipline are consistent. Don't forget to make it FUN to have values-centered culture!

In this episode you will hear about:

Communicating clearly so everyone knows and is living a value-centered culture.
Making sure you have the 'right people on the bus'.
How to hold everyone accountable to a values-centered culture.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 31: You Get What You Focus On

Thu, 20 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Zig Ziglar said, "When you focus on problems, you get more problems. When you focus on possibilities, you have more opportunities."

As a leader, when you focus on the problem it takes away the energy you have to focus on the solution and can lead to a loss of productivity and wasted time. Not to mention decreased morale in your team.

In this podcast, we will discuss:

Importance of observing when you are stuck in a negative pattern that often leads to a loss of productivity
How to disrupt the focus and find the opportunities and solutions
Why you must continue to practice this newly developed skill on a continuous basis

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 30: The Power of Evaluating Your Values

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:00:00 -0400

Our values are the best guides we have to see us through our day, our week, our leadership challenges and beyond.

Understanding your values helps you to become clear on what's important to you so you can direct you precious energy and resources in a meaningful direction. The added benefit is that taking the time to put words to your values actually enhances your self-awareness (EQ!).

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 29: Can You Trust Me?

Tue, 04 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Psychological safety - what it is and how it is necessary to build Trust
How conflict can be a trust builder
Ideas for intentionally building trust on your team

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 28: What Does Food Have to Do with Memory?

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0400

As leaders, important information is constantly filling our brains, and our cognitive ability is crucial. But could that doughnut we had in the break room be jeopardizing our ability to function at the top of our game? According to research, YES!

Join Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell as they discuss how science is proving that the type of food we eat impacts our ability to think and the long-term health of our brain?

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Episode 27: Accountability is a Team Sport

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 08:00:00 -0400

When asked, most would say that they don't like to hold people accountable. What if it's one of the single most important things you can do for your team to be successful? Listen in as Lori King Taylor and Lori Gorrell discuss the upside of holding one another accountable in Lead Me On, Accountability is a Team Sport.

Items that will be discussed:

Creating a culture where holding one another accountable is a job for everyone, not just the leader.
How holding one another accountable is lifting each other up for success.
Consistency needs to be a ground-rule.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 26: Are You Willing To Do the Work?

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0400

As a leader, you ask for feedback from your boss, your peers, and your team members on how to be better at your role, but when you receive the input are you willing to put in the work it takes, or do you set the information aside.

In this episode of Lead Me On, we discuss how leaders identify if they are all in and willing to do the work to increase their effectiveness.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Identifying when something is amiss in your leadership
Gathering data that can help you up to your game
How to be all in

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 25: Employee Engagement

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Employee engagement goes beyond activities, games, and events. Employee engagement drives performance. Engaged employees look at the whole of the company and understand their purpose, where, and how they fit in. Organizations with an engaged workforce outperform their competition.

In this episode of Lead Me On, we discuss how leaders can encourage employee engagement in the workplace.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:
-Getting to know your employees
-Empathy
-Identifying the value of employees
-Acknowledging accomplishments

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 24: Overcoming negative self-talk

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Negative self-talk is an inner dialogue you have with yourself that may be limiting your ability to believe in yourself and your own abilities and to reach your potential.

In this episode of Lead Me On, we discuss the effects of negative self-talk and how to overcome them.

As leaders, we have a lot of goals to achieve and if your thought process is keeping you from doing that, then you need to change the way your thinking.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:
-Consequences of Negative Self-Talk
-Discovering where the roots of the negative thoughts
-Opportunity thinking
-Goal-directed thinking

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 23: Stop Doing That! Myth Busting Multitasking.

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 15:00:00 -0500

For those of you that think multitasking is a superpower. Listen in to learn why multitasking is more kryptonite than a cape. Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell bust several multitasking myths in this episode.

Practical Solutions for Extraordinary Leadership:

Time block in your calendar for tactical items - not just meetings.
Shut off notifications and close unused apps and tabs.
Establish realistic deadlines and priorities so you can focus on getting the work done, rather than feeling the need to multitask.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 22: How to Hire for Emotional Intelligence

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 07:00:00 -0500

There is no doubt, people who understand and manage their own emotions and can relate to others well make better leaders. These individuals are better able to handle stress, overcome obstacles and create effective relationships with their teams. So why wouldn't you want to seek these leaders out and bring them into your organization?

In this episode of Lead Me On, we discuss how to look for and identify emotionally intelligent people.

If you are a leader who wants to increase your capability to lead with greater impact and influence, this podcast will provide you with applicable and practical solutions for extraordinary leadership.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

EQ can be a great measure of how successful employees will be on the job
Design your interview questions to identify EQ
Involved co-workers

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Episode 21: Strategies for Dealing with a Toxic Boss

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 07:00:00 -0500

Chances are many of you have had what we would call a toxic boss. In fact, research shows that 75 percent of Americans say their boss is the most stressful part of their workday. In this episode, we will discuss coping strategies for working with a toxic boss.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Learn ways to identify a toxic boss
Key causes of toxicity
Solutions for managing through it all

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com

Ep 20: Leading Toxic Employees

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 04:00:00 -0500

Toxic employees are common enough in the workplace but that doesn't mean we should let them bring everyone down. This episode focuses on a few simple strategies to overcome and lead through the toxicity.

In this twentieth episode of the Lead Me On the podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are sharing real-life examples on how to mitigate and lead when you are facing a situation with toxic employees.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Observe the costs of having a toxic employee
Focus on the solution
Have a clear and candid dialogue with the employee
Watch for signs that it's time to terminate

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Ep 19: Self Care as a Leader

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 04:00:00 -0500

In this particular time of year, we as leaders are so busy on our regular day-to-day tasks at work and on top of that, trying to do end-of-year planning for the next year that we forgot to check internally on ourselves and possibly our team.

In this eighteenth episode of the Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are sharing real-life examples of the benefit of self-care and the pitfalls of putting it on the back seat.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Awareness level
Accountability
Celebration

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Ep 18: Motivated Employees: What you can do as a Leader

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0500

Recent Gallup data shows that only 33 percent of all workers in the U.S. are engaged in the workplace. Unfortunately for businesses, the cost of this disengagement is high.

As a leader, you’re likely aware of the negative impact of disengaged employees. What you may not know, though, is how to go about creating an environment that inspires a motivated workforce.

In this episode of Lead Me On, we discuss ways that you, the leader, can create a motivating environment and tailor your efforts to meet the needs of your employees.

In this eighteenth episode of the Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are discussing the methods to create a motivating environment and culture for your team.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Maslow's hierarchy of needs
Creating a motivating environment
Tailoring your efforts to meet the needs of your employees

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 17: Maintaining Calm in Time of Turmoil as a Leader

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0500

Here we are in the season of time where there is a lot going on. It could be a stressful time for you and your team, but it could also be the most exciting time.

If you are a leader who wants to increase your capability to lead with greater impact and influence, this podcast will provide you with applicable and practical solutions for extraordinary leadership.

In this seventeenth episode of the Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are sharing real-life examples on how to manage stress and maintaining calm presence as a leader.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:
What stress does to your body
Positivity (refer to episode 15)
Gratitude

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 16: Leaders and Goal Setting = Success for the Year!

Sat, 21 Nov 2020 23:00:00 -0500

Goal setting is a way to stay focused on what truly matters. Without goals, your team lacks focus and direction. They not only provide direction; goals also give a benchmark for success.

The success of any team is mostly dependent on the leader. A good leader is someone who knows how to inspire, motivate, problem-solve, and work with their team to determine the right goals to meet their objectives. Learning how to help your team set reasonable and attainable goals are crucial to achieving success.

If you are a leader who wants to increase your capability to lead with greater impact and influence, this podcast will provide you with applicable and practical solutions for extraordinary leadership.

In this sixteenth episode of the Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are sharing real-life examples on goal setting strategy and its benefits.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:
Intentions
Motivation and vision
Emotional connection to your goals

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/,
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 15: Positivity in Leadership

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 04:00:00 -0500

Can positivity be your superpower as a leader? You must have heard about how positivity is naturally contagious, but do you know why? Because positivity really does change chemistry in other people's brains.

If you are a leader who wants to increase your capability to lead with greater impact and influence, this podcast will provide you with applicable and practical solutions for extraordinary leadership.

In this fifteen episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are sharing real-life examples on how adding positivity into your leadership toolbox could increase your team productivity.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

How to make a shift into positive leadership.
How to use positivity as a motivator.
How to make positivity into a habit.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 14: Qualities of a Leader

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

What are the 4 qualities of a team leader? Understanding and implementing these 4 qualities as a leader will build trust and relationship with your team.

If you are a leader who wants to increase your capability to lead with greater impact and influence, this podcast will provide you with applicable and practical solutions for extraordinary leadership.

In this fourteen episode of the Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are sharing real-life examples of being self-aware of your strengths and limitations as a leader.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Authenticity
Clarity
Action

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,
To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 13: Establishing Ground Rules as a Tool For Effective Leadership

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0500

Is there a way to manage conflict in your team? Continuing on from our discussion on conflict, there is one tool that you can use to manage your team and that is establishing the ground rules for communication and behavior expectations.

In this Thirteenth episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are sharing real-life examples of creating ground rules and discussing the benefits for leading teams. We would recommend you to listen to our previous episode to get the full picture of this topic.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Ground rules for communication
Establishing expectations
Being accountable - holding others accountable - to following the rules

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 12: Promoting a healthy conflict under your leadership.

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0400

Conflict is not something that we often consider a positive in our lives, but Productive Conflict is a skill we need to promote in the workplace. Productive Conflict is an open exchange of differing ideas but expressed so that all parties feel heard, respected, and unafraid to voice dissenting opinions to reach a resolution.

Conflict, as we typically think of it, is quite the opposite. Referred to more as an argument without resolutions.

Why should leaders encourage productive Conflict? Because it promotes an exchange of ideas that might be outside the box, making us far more productive and effective.

Productive Conflict moves teams forward. It can catapult organizations in the right direction and create solutions we might never have considered. Productive Conflict will also improve our interpersonal relationships allowing us to confront each other constructively, voicing our opinions without fear of rejection or hard feelings.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

How to prepare for healthy conflict
Importance of healthy conflict
How to start with the ending action in mind

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 11: The Productive Leader

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 06:00:00 -0400

When you think of being productive, you may picture someone being busy all day. Constantly moving through tasks, pushing deadlines, and working through duties that grow daily. We mistake being busy with being productive, but they aren’t the same thing.

There’s a big difference between movement and achievement.

In this eleventh episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are giving you real-life applicable steps to identify the many aspects to productivity and how to better optimize you time.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

• List creation
• Task prioritization
• Batching

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 10: Leadership and Personalities...Why do they do that Part 2

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 15:00:00 -0400

Continuing from the previous episode, with the question of “why do they do that?” Now that you know how to adapt your communication let’s start to recognize these different personalities.

In this tenth episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are giving you real life applicable steps to recognize four primary work styles and the key differences that make each style tick and what can get in their way.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

• How to develop and manage the team
• Describing instead of labeling the personalities
• Recognizing and utilizing the dynamic of the team

Bonus from Lori Gorrell: ebook Why Do They Do That?

Resources that we referred to: Everything DiSC assessments

https://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/services/training/disc-assessments/

http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/everything-disc/

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 9: Leadership and Personalities...Why do they do that Part 1

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Have you ever looked at the people you work with and wonder, “why do they do that?” It is so important as leaders to recognize that there are many ways people are motivated and inspired in the workplace. Knowing how to adapt your communication to the individual can be your secret sauce.

In this ninth episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are giving you real life applicable steps to recognize four primary work styles and the key differences that make each style tick and what can get in their way.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Four core workstyles
Specific ways that each workstyle contributes to a team
Importance of adapting to the different styles on your team

Bonus from Lori Gorrell: ebook Why Do They Do That?

Resources that we referred to: Everything DiSC assessments
https://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/services/training/disc-assessments/
http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/everything-disc/

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 8: Social Awareness in Leadership

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0400

EQ leaders subscribe to the adage, "take care of the people and the people will take care of the business." During this pandemic, it is critical to think of how employees are impacted by the changes.

Emotionally Intelligent leaders demonstrate a genuine interest and commitment to the vulnerability, fears, and pain of their team. Strong social awareness allows leaders to identify with and understand the wants, needs, and viewpoints of those around them. While EQ leaders may not be able to solve or eliminate every pain point or problem their business and employees face today, they do feel a need to get creative in order to address as many issues as possible in a meaningful way.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Active listening
Body language awareness
Conversation triggers

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 7: How to Lead a Productive Virtual Meeting

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0400

Meetings can be hard enough on their own if they're not run properly. And then you add virtual meetings to the mix, it could impede your team’s productivity while trying to deal with the evolving technology.

In this seventh episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are giving you real life applicable steps to lead a successful virtual meeting

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Preparing for the meeting
Having system in place to support the virtual meeting
Ending the meeting with actionable tasks

And seek for the bonus tips within the episode on gamifying your meeting from Lori King-Taylor

Resources that we referred to:

• Personality Assessment

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 6: Sleeping Routine to Improve Leadership Clarity

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400

Now that more leaders can experience the benefit of increased sleeping hours at night, as described in our previous podcast - How Sleep Impacts Your Leadership, they can also enjoy the decrease of hormonal imbalance and its negative effect.

In this sixth episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are giving you real life applicable steps in utilizing routine to increase your health and clarity as a leader.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

How routine can help you fall asleep easier.
How to use routine to train your body.
The benefit of minimizing electronic exposure.

Resource that we mentioned:
https://www.everlywell.com/

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 5: How Sleeps Impacts Your Leadership

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 23:00:00 -0400

More people these days are getting fewer hours of sleep at night than in the past and ironically leaders especially tend to wear that lack of sleep like a badge of honor, despite being aware of its negative effect.

In this fifth episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are giving you real life applicable steps to reduce your sleep deprivation and increase your health as a leader.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Hormones that regulate our sleep
The causes of sleep deprivation

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 4: Empathy in Leadership

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 18:00:00 -0400

Developing Emotional Intelligence specifically Empathy has long been identified as a difference maker for leaders. And now, with so many traditional workers shifting to virtual work, honing the skill as a leader is more vital than ever before.

If you are a leader who wants to increase your capability to lead with greater impact and influence, this podcast will provide you practical solutions for extraordinary leadership.

In this fourth episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are giving you real life steps to increase your Empathy as you take on more challenges in a leadership role.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Active listening
Increasing empathy vocabulary
Seeing from others’ POV

A bonus from us, the Feeling Vocabulary Worksheet provided by Lori Gorrell (click the link to her website below).

Resources that we referred to:

What Got You Here Won't Get You There Book by Marshall Goldsmith

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 3: How Self-Management Improves Leadership

Mon, 25 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400

One of the vital steps in self-management is to deconstruct our inner dialogues, especially in times of change and conflict, to produce better results in your relationships.

In this third episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are giving you real life steps to break your negative inner-dialogues.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Recognizing triggers.
Deconstructing the inner dialogue
Pattern interruptions.

Resources we referred to:
Episode 2 of Lead Me On: The Importance of Self-Assessment in Leadership

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 2: Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership

Mon, 18 May 2020 17:00:00 -0400

The importance of Self Awareness in Leadership, specifically for Emotional Intelligence, is not to get the answer right because there is no wrong answer, but to adjust our emotional reaction to what is going on around us.

In this second episode of Lead Me On podcast, Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell are giving you the inside scoop on how to increase your self awareness as a starting point on your emotional intelligence journey.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Why leaders need to self assess.
The foundational skill of Emotional Intelligence.
Identifying the triggers and recognizing its process.

And bonus from us, 10 Triggers than can Hijack Your Emotional Intelligence by Lori King-Taylor

Resources that we shared:

Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/ ,

To connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.

Episode 1: Dealing With COVID-19

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:00:00 -0400

With teams now working remotely in the light of COVID-19, many are experiencing a slew of new and distracting demands.

If you are a leader who wants to increase your capability to lead with greater impact and influence, this podcast will provide you with applicable and practical solutions for extraordinary leadership.

In this first episode of Lead Me On podcast by Lori King-Taylor and Lori Gorrell, we will be talking about recognizing the challenges many are facing during COVID-19 quarantine era.

Some of the topics that we will be covering are:

Change in routine and what you need to incorporate into your new ones.
Daily habit of getting ready to work from home.
Checking-in with your team.
Getting to know your team.

And bonus from us, how to use the Zoom room outside of official meetings.

To connect with Lori King-Taylor visit http://trinityperformancesolutions.com/,
to connect with Lori Gorrell visit http://www.upwardsolutionscc.com/.