Episode 077: The Impact of Meaningful Employment Environments

In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure, alongside co-host Blanca Criner, interviews Ben Green, COO of TrailPath Workplace Solutions, about a critical yet often overlooked topic in many organizations: employee engagement and creating meaningful work environments. In the interview, Ben shares how intentionally engaging frontline workers can impact a company’s bottom line and […]

Are You Playing Small or Scaling Bold?

If you feel stuck or discontent, it might be a sign you’re settling for familiar routines instead of chasing exponential growth. Are you optimizing for growth or just grinding harder? It’s easy to fall into the trap of incremental improvement. You get good at something, then work harder at it, hoping for better results. But […]

Episode 076: The 20% That Creates the Greatest Impact

Do you ever feel busy, but not effective? In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure explores the 20% that creates the greatest impact in your leadership and life. Discover how to build a rhythm of evaluation, create a plan for what truly matters, and lead with bold clarity by cutting out the trivial. […]

Everyone’s Watching: Why Leadership Behavior Isn’t Just Personal

As a leader, your actions speak louder than your strategies. You might not realize it, but your team is constantly observing how you show up—your consistency, work ethic, attitude, morale, and how you engage with others. And here’s the kicker: they’re taking cues from you, whether you’re intentional about it or not. When Leaders Slip, […]

Episode 075: Breaking Through the Fog – How Leaders Can Overcome Lack of Focus

In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure talks about the hidden cost of lack of focus, why simplicity is the secret to clarity, and how you can align your team around what matters most. If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and make real progress, this conversation is for you. Learn more […]

Harnessing Discontentment for Growth

As a leader, you’ve probably experienced seasons where something feels “off.” You’ve achieved a measure of success, but deep down you sense there’s more—more to accomplish, more to contribute, more to become. Instead of feeling inspired, you feel stuck, restless, and even discouraged. This is discontentment, and while it can be frustrating, it doesn’t have […]

Episode 074: Handle Difficult Conversations Without Damaging Relationships

In this episode, leadership coach, author, and speaker Chris McClure discusses one of the most challenging aspects of leadership – how to approach tough conversations in a way that strengthens your influence and connection. Learn more about Chris and his resources and services at www.mcclurecoaching.com Connect with Chris on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/chrisrmcclure

The High Cost of Lack of Clarity

When clarity is missing, everything feels harder. You know the feeling: the team is busy, but not aligned. Ideas are everywhere, but progress is elusive. There’s a lot of energy, yet little momentum. This is what a lack of clarity looks like in leadership, and the cost is steep. From my work coaching leaders and […]

How to Move Forward When Your Vision is Challenged

Every leader has moments when their vision feels shaky, not because the idea is flawed, but because the journey is harder than expected. Sometimes the doubts come from others, but often, the loudest critic is the one in your own head. The good news? These moments can be a proving ground for clarity, confidence, and […]

Episode 073: Increasing Focus in a World Full of Distractions

In this episode, leadership coach, speaker, and author Chris McClure tackles a topic that most leaders (and people in-general) are facing on an everyday basis – distraction. He gives 3 key tips that have been impactful to him personally as he’s been growing in this area over the past decade or more. Learn more about […]