Ideas Into Results

Jeremy Couch

The Ideas Into Results podcast exists to help you succeed in business, leadership, and life. Whether you are a leader, entrepreneur, business professional, or someone who wants to improve your life, this podcast is designed to help you take action on your goals and dreams...to help you turn your IDEAS INTO RESULTS! Hosted by Jeremy Couch.

  1. How to Become a Healthy & High-Performing Leader - featuring Dr. Lauren Hodges

    May 4

    How to Become a Healthy & High-Performing Leader - featuring Dr. Lauren Hodges

    What does it take to become a healthy and high-performing leader? On this episode of Ideas Into Results, Jeremy Couch interviews Dr. Lauren Hodges to uncover the keys to helping you lead yourself well and perform at your highest so you can lead others well. Dr. Lauren Hodges is a dedicated educator and consultant committed to helping individuals and organizations reach their full potential. She delivers inspiring keynotes, science-based strategies, and actionable training for personal and professional growth. With a Doctor of Education degree from the University of Central Florida, Lauren specializes in curriculum design and experiential learning. Her extensive certifications in coaching, strength and conditioning, performance nutrition, and earned a certificate in Neuroscience for Business from MIT Sloane School of Management equip her to provide a comprehensive approach to human performance and well-being. Over a decade of experience in the health and wellness field and higher education has allowed Lauren to explore the interconnectedness between well-being and human performance, leadership, and potential. Her research and practical experience led her to co-found Performance on Purpose, where she designs and delivers transformative learning experiences for global leaders. Lauren's mission is to empower individuals to thrive in all aspects of their lives, fostering a positive impact on their organizations. By providing deep, meaningful learning experiences in the field of human performance and well-being sciences, she aims to advance leadership and performance potential. To learn more about Dr. Hodges visit her website. This episode was originally recorded in 2019. _____________________________________________________ *Subscribe to the podcast and stay current all episodes! *Subscribe to my YouTube Channel! *Connect me online at www.jeremyjcouch.com *Reviews are always appreciated!

    58 min
  2. The Pitfalls That Can Derail Your Leadership (and How to Avoid Them) - featuring Karen Pelot

    Feb 3

    The Pitfalls That Can Derail Your Leadership (and How to Avoid Them) - featuring Karen Pelot

    Leaders rarely fail because of a single dramatic mistake— it’s the quiet, everyday pitfalls that slowly erode trust, weaken teams, and cap a leader’s impact. In this episode, Karen Pelot joins the podcast to breakdown the most common traps leaders fall into and how to avoid them. From the foundational role of trust — both predictive trust (“Can I rely on you?”) and relational trust (“Do you actually care about me?”) — to the consequences of inconsistent or unclear communication, we explore why teams disengage long before they speak up.   We also dig into the dangers of leading from ego: believing you have all the answers, resisting vulnerability, and shutting down feedback that could make you better. Finally, we look at why so many leaders struggle with criticism and how learning to handle it well becomes a competitive advantage. This episode gives leaders a roadmap for self-awareness, stronger relationships, and healthier, higher‑performing teams.  Karen Pelot is the founder and managing practitioner of PERSPECTIVES, which started in 2007 as a mediation firm. Fueled by client requests, PERSPECTIVES evolved into the leadership coaching & development consortium it is today. Karen thrives in helping leaders accomplish more – with less stress and better results. She brings deep expertise in leadership strategy, team alignment, conflict resolution, and people dynamics. A former Fortune 100 senior leader, Karen serves as an executive coach, facilitator, and speaker. Visit https://www.perspectivesllc.com/ to learn more and connect with Karen. __________________________*Subscribe to the podcast and stay current all episodes!*Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to watch all of the podcast episodes!*Connect with me online at www.jeremyjcouch.com*Reviews are always appreciated!

    1 hr
  3. Cultivate a Thriving Workplace that Attracts and Retains Great People - featuring Maisie Alicea

    10/02/2025

    Cultivate a Thriving Workplace that Attracts and Retains Great People - featuring Maisie Alicea

    If you are a leader, do you realize that employee turnover has hidden costs you might be overlooking? Turnover costs you more than just recruiting, onboarding, and training fees. It drains culture, trust, and productivity in ways leaders rarely calculate. On this episode, Maisie Alicea joins the show to discuss how leaders can create healthy and thriving workplaces that bring out the best in their people. Maisie is the owner of One Accord Consulting, and she is also a licensed psychotherapist. During our conversation, we discuss how to uncover the hidden costs of high turnover, the warning signs most leaders miss, and practical steps to stop the revolving door before it spins out of control. You will learn: The real financial and cultural costs of employee turnoverHow turnover erodes team trust, productivity, and client relationshipsEarly warning signs that leaders miss before people walk outPractical ways to stop the “revolving door” effect This episode will equip you with knowledge and tools to help you build a culture that attracts and retains great people! To connect with Maisie, be sure to visit her website at https://www.one-accord-consulting.com/. --------------------------------------- *Subscribe to the podcast and stay current all episodes! *Subscribe to my YouTube Channel! *Connect with me online at www.jeremyjcouch.com *Reviews are always appreciated!

    52 min
  4. Transform Your Life and Career Through Storytelling - featuring Stan Miller

    09/11/2025

    Transform Your Life and Career Through Storytelling - featuring Stan Miller

    What if you could change the way you communicate and, in the process, change your life and career? The most successful people you know don’t just communicate. They tell stories that move people.  You might be an expert in your industry with years ofexperience. But if your stories aren’t clear, no one will trust you. Your ability to influence, connect, and persuade starts with how you tell your stories. Storytelling isn’t just a skill—it’s the ultimate tool for trust and influence. And it CAN be learned.  Now imagine: -You tell stories so compelling that people can’t helpbut lean in. -Your message is so clear that it inspires action. -Your words leave a lasting impression, and you’reremembered long after the meeting ends.   On this episode of Ideas Into Results, storytelling expert Stan Miller joins the podcast to share his insights andexpertise to help you tell your story more clearly, more effectively, and more persuasively.  Stan has worked with 5,000+ leaders, executives, andentrepreneurs to master storytelling. His proven framework and tools will help you learn how to master your own story and to achieve the results you desire inyour life and career.   To connect with Stan and learn more about his services,visit ⁠https://www.storicate.com⁠. ----------- **Follow the Ideas into Results podcast today, and pleasetake time to write a review! **Watch the latest episodes on YouTube: ⁠www.youtube.com/@JeremyJCouch⁠ **Connect with Jeremy Couch at ⁠www.jeremyjcouch.com⁠ or ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/jeremycouch⁠

    54 min
4.9
out of 5
18 Ratings

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The Ideas Into Results podcast exists to help you succeed in business, leadership, and life. Whether you are a leader, entrepreneur, business professional, or someone who wants to improve your life, this podcast is designed to help you take action on your goals and dreams...to help you turn your IDEAS INTO RESULTS! Hosted by Jeremy Couch.