Russell Verhey

Russell Verhey

Welcome to Leadership Conversations! I’m Russell Verhey If you desire to grow in your leadership and strengthen the critical relationship in your life then you’re in the right place! Conversations from leaders for leaders to help you grow! Conversations open the way to generosity. They will enrich your life, extend your reach, and give encouragement when it’s needed most. You will hear stories that inspire and equip you from executives, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders. It’s everyday real-time and real-life conversations that will give ideas, resources, and talking points to help you.

Episodes

  1. #11 Ed Rowell - 5 Keys to Successful Succession Planning

    02/25/2020

    #11 Ed Rowell - 5 Keys to Successful Succession Planning

    Ed Rowell is a successful leadership coach and consultant in Colorado Springs. He worked 30+ years leading non-profits and the last 5 years in consulting with construction executives. Today, through Ed's consulting practice, he helps executes and business owners successfully navigate the challenges of succession.   His interest in leadership began when he wrote for a leadership magazine. He was introduced to true leaders that inspired him to become involved in the leadership community. He talked with me about passing the baton and relationships when it comes to leadership roles. He gives us some insight into what a trusted handoff looks like and additionally his definition of “Wealth”. Ed gives us some insight into the work he has done and some of the wisdom he has gained along the way. 5 Keys to Successful Succession Planning You can only measure potential by how a person responds to the opportunity Don’t wait too long or be afraid to let go The relationship is just as important as the task Self-reflection is an important part of being in a leadership role Having honest conversations about expectations is vital Key Questions from this episode: When do you start thinking about succession planning? What keeps people from a successful succession transition? What does a healthy handoff look like? What are some of the things you've done to help leaders navigate some of this? (Leaving behind the leadership role and what it means for them personally) You can reach Ed at ERowell@fminet.com

    38 min
  2. #7 John Ramstead ~ Leading a Life with Purpose! 3 Questions to Get You Started in 2020!

    01/07/2020

    #7 John Ramstead ~ Leading a Life with Purpose! 3 Questions to Get You Started in 2020!

    John Ramstead with leads Beyond Influence joins the conversation today. He's a leader, entrepreneur, Navy Fighter pilot, coach for Fortune 50 executives, author, and host of Eternal Leadership podcast with 300 episodes.  Starting a new year and decade, most high energy and motivated leaders are ready to launch. Like the fighter jets, John flew they require a lot of fuel for a launch. What refuels you to stay healthy and energized?  We talk about the rhythms we need to stay healthy to stay the course so we can land safely after the mission is complete.  John shares his life threat story, recovery, and redefining normal life and work.  He shares about mental health for leaders and watching for the signs when we need help. He is a leader who lives on purpose taking every day as a gift.   Like his flying days, we learn about 3 ways an automatic pilot recalibrates. It's a challenge for us to do the same.  We need a destination We need a true north We need a flight plan  Starting a new season, year, and decade nows the time to get your bearings.  John encourages us to recalibrate and get back on course.  3 Questions for Focus On Our Priorities in 2020 What do you want to celebrate with your closest friends in 6-12 months? What standing in your way, stopping, or slowing down towards reaching your goal? What will be the effect on your life, family, and work if you reach your goal? Happy 2020!

    44 min
  3. #5 Sharpen your Leadership Acumen ~ 7 Ways Leaders Can Pivot from Crisis to a Catalyst for Growth! Conversation with Drew Hiss

    12/23/2019

    #5 Sharpen your Leadership Acumen ~ 7 Ways Leaders Can Pivot from Crisis to a Catalyst for Growth! Conversation with Drew Hiss

    Drew Hiss is a veteran entrepreneur, leadership coach, CEO of Acumen, and author of Sharpen. He gives practical advice to business owners today from his story, the collective counsel of CEOs, and the wisdom of Proverbs. Here are some highlights of our conversation including his latest book Sharpen, the 3Ps, 7 Leadership Pain Points, and the 10-10-10 decision model.   Crisis in business is a pivotal moment when faith and commerce came together in an integrated way. Business is more than just going to the market with a technology solution; its about people, dependability, and bringing results to the client. You need a servant leader approach working with clients, vendors,  employees, and their families Learn the business lessons of the 3Ps - Purpose, Perseverance, and Prayer The crossroads of crisis is where faith and fear intersect. Actively seeking counsel will determine the difference of a crash or the catalyst for growth. It’s in the furnace of fire that our character is honed and the sharpest edge is created. Don’t wait until the juncture of fear and desperation before you to act. It’s hard to live a compartmentalize life and not be cynical. A decompartmentalize life allows my faith to be integrated into how I lead people.  What keeps leaders from making the right decision before they get to a crisis? Leadership Pain Points ~ 7 Ways Leaders Can Pivot from Crisis to a Catalyst for Growth Seeking counsel within a leadership community. Surround yourself with truth-tellers Willingness to have high stakes difficult conversations with people. Create a course correction Clear and frequent communication. When you lack clarity things break down organizationally. Create and maintain healthy business partnerships. It requires investment like a marriage relationship. Watch out for the 6-ton sacred cow. Beware of your sunk fund cost basis that leads to a dangerous cash drain. Me vs We thinking. The superman factor can lead to a bottleneck in the organization. Succession transition. Prepare and plan for change. Build up your future leaders. Maximize these 7 practices to minimize your leadership pain points.  Drew encourages entrepreneurs to embrace the idea of business as a platform for a higher calling. Sharpen, a book on business wisdom inspired by Proverbs written by history most successful leader, King Solomon. Sharpen is a proverbs concordance collides with a business owner manual. To learn more about Drew Hiss and his leadership work in Kansas City visit Acumen and pick up your copy of Sharpen today.

    39 min
  4. 11/20/2019

    #3 Starting the Conversation! 3 Leadership Questions & Who's in your loop?

    To begin the Leadership Conversations we start with 3 simple yet revealing questions 1. Vision - Where am I going? or Where are we going? 2. Vulnerability - What help do I need? or What help do we need? 3. Volatility - What's holding me back? or What's holding us back? We want to Strengthen your clarity, confidence, and courage in life and leadership. It's an honest conversation with yourself and those closest with you. For more resources and next steps in the Leadership Conversations, I invite you to visit www.theadvance.net  Leadership Loop ~  Leadership Conversation - Personal Family (Home) Marriage Kids Extended Family Friends Who you have the most history and memories together. When's the last time you had a significant and meaningful conversation with them? Who shares in your adventures, recreation, hobbies, and hanging out. Who checks in on you for no reason and no agenda other than to say 'how are you?" & mean it! Leadership Conversations - Professional Directors, Advisors, Mentors, and Teachers Who's the authority relationships in your life and leadership? They provide oversight, counsel, and maybe a level of accountability. In a healthy context, there's a protection in counsel, risk assessment, and learning from evaluated experiences. It may seem limiting but may help give definition and focus to your expertise and energy. Leadership Peers, Colleagues, Masterminds, and Executive Coaches Those who exchange best practices, industry trends, and invite a fresh perspective from a similar level or responsibility (leadership weight class). Leaders who express that's it's lonely at the top don't know who to talk to without consequence or issues of confidentiality. It's here you find safe and competent connections that will help you. Strategic Partners, Investors, and Clients They are a source of revenue, referrals, and resources. Most leaders acknowledge their greatest need and growth focus to connect in these meaningful relationships. Building Stronger Client Engagement* Building a Referral Mindset with their Team *Response based on an entrepreneurial survey conducted by the Advance with feedback of 100+ leaders. Leadership & Executive Team The make the dreams possible through empowerment and effective delegation. They get stuff done! The higher levels of trust will result in more engagement, performance, and retention of great team members. The leader builds up or breaks down the culture! 7 Leadership Conversations will Strengthen You!

    18 min
  5. 11/11/2019

    #2 What's your Passion? Where Passion Connects With Your Work!

    Timeless Discussion...Yet A Timely Decision During the fall of 2012, I was driving on I-196 with a friend. We were on a business trip from Grand Rapids to Chicago. After lunch and a few miles down the road during our 4-hour trip my friend asked the question... ... I remember the inward feeling of struggle to answer honestly. As if my words carried weight. As the miles went by he gave me some room to talk, share, and even dream. He listened, asked, and clarified my thoughts. ... the road trip was more than one dream in the distance. Rather, it opened my thinking to a larger world. I realized I'd been looking at the pavement too long. There was a big horizon. It's inspiring! ... and encouraging to have a friend alongside of me... Passion Exercise - Expand your List! On your phone or in a journal, begin writing down a list starting with at least 10 Passions. These topics may stimulate a few thoughts... These are activities when exercised put a smile on your face, energize your life, and reflect what you value most... Sports / Recreation Art / Music Travel Friends / Family Serving / Helping Writing / Reading Building / Starting / Solving Food / Feeding Hungry Running! / Accomplishing What’s your Jam? What motivates you to engage at work? Intrinsic Motivation - Rewards beyond just a paycheck! How would you rate your engagement in these 4 areas? Meaningfulness Choice Competence Progress Source: Intrinsic Motivation –Kenneth Thomas A Passion without a plan really only stays a dream. What private reflections do you need to share as a public declaration? Begin a conversation with a Friend or Mentor to Help Answer What’s your passion?

    33 min

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Welcome to Leadership Conversations! I’m Russell Verhey If you desire to grow in your leadership and strengthen the critical relationship in your life then you’re in the right place! Conversations from leaders for leaders to help you grow! Conversations open the way to generosity. They will enrich your life, extend your reach, and give encouragement when it’s needed most. You will hear stories that inspire and equip you from executives, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders. It’s everyday real-time and real-life conversations that will give ideas, resources, and talking points to help you.