July 30, 2025/
In this episode, leadership coach, author, and speaker Chris McClure shares about his personal 10-year unexpected journey and the lessons...
In this episode, leadership coach, author, and speaker Chris McClure shares about his personal 10-year unexpected journey and the lessons...
In times of pressure and high stakes, leaders are expected to bring calm to the chaos. And that’s exactly where...
When leaders are fueled by purpose, everything changes. Energy rises. Morale lifts. Results follow. But purpose-driven leadership isn’t just a...
In this episode, leadership coach, speaker, and author Chris McClure discusses the often unseen costs of being relentless as a...
In the fast-paced world of business, alignment between leadership and organizational goals isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. When alignment...
In the hustle to meet goals and build something meaningful, it’s easy for leaders to lose something essential along the...
Relentlessness has long been celebrated in leadership circles: drive, grit, determination. But at what cost? Behind the curtain of high...
For many busy professionals—even those with deep personal faith—work and spirituality can feel like two separate worlds. One belongs in...
What’s the difference between being busy and being truly productive as a leader? It’s not just how much you get...
Ten years ago, I was leading in a church as a full-time pastor, but quietly unraveling on the inside. A...
In today’s high-pressure leadership landscape, flashy charisma may get attention. But it’s consistency that earns lasting trust. While many leaders...
In today’s fast-paced business world, leaders are often swept up in a cycle of constant activity—emails, meetings, decisions, and demands....
I’ve been sick for the last week and it’s reminded me that I’m not a very good patient! 🙂 It started with a little scratchiness in my chest, then it turned into full-blown congestion and achiness. I know I’m just one person among many who have dealt with this (or
Leaders are action-takers. They have to be because, without action, nothing would get done. However, it’s easy to get so busy taking action that you can overlook the importance of slowing down to make sure what you’re doing is worthwhile. Even a few minutes of strategic thinking can speed up
It’s commonly said that the definition of “insanity” is doing the same thing repeatedly while expecting different results. If you’re like me, by this definition you’ve been insane quite a few times in life! It’s easy to feel stuck and frustrated when you’re trying to achieve new goals and dreams.
I recently re-read this quote from Jim Collins, which originally appeared in “Good to Great” (an all-time great business book): “Greatness is an inherently dynamic process, not an end point. The moment you think of yourself as great, your slide toward mediocrity will have already begun.” This reminded me of
Most people understand the importance of focus to get things done most effectively, but leaders are often pulled in so many directions that it’s quite the challenge to actually experience focus. To be productive and not just busy, we must learn to focus consistently. Here are 5 steps to improve
There’s one secret that every leader needs to know… But too many don’t have a clue. Want to know what it is? Keep reading… WHO YOU ARE IS WHO YOU ATTRACT. John Maxwell calls this “The Law of Magnetism.” He wrote an entire chapter about it in “The 21 Irrefutable
Magnetic Leaders are desperately needed today. Our world is a mess. Here are 3 essential actions you must take daily: 1 – Remain teachable. You’ll never know everything, so don’t pretend you do. Keep learning and growing. 2 – Serve purposefully. Servant leadership isn’t just a buzzphrase, it’s a way
“Beware the ides of March” (March 15) was a warning given to Julius Caesar by a fortune-teller. He didn’t heed the warning and lost his life because of it. He was betrayed by his closest followers, even a close friend. Sometimes this happens to leaders and is extremely discouraging. Everyone
Every leader should be investing in their next-generation talent… But few do it. Want to know the three main reasons? Here they are… 1 – They don’t know how. The sad reality is that many leaders were not mentored well, so they don’t know where to begin with their followers.
Communication is a vital skill for leaders, yet it can often be messy. Depending on what is said, how things are said, and how messages are received, misunderstandings can easily occur. When you find yourself being misunderstood and having to navigate fallout, implement these 5 steps in order to get
Leaders are hardwired to win and often become very impatient when the wins don’t happen quickly. It’s easy to forget that big wins don’t happen overnight. They are made up of many small wins along the way. In order to make significant progress and experience the grand results we desire,
Leadership is challenging. That may seem like an obvious statement, but many leaders forget that what they’re doing isn’t for everyone and they don’t give themselves enough credit for stepping up to lead. The world is always changing. Because of this reality, continual growth is mandatory if we want to
If we’ve learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s that disruption can happen anytime anywhere, even everywhere at the same time. We can’t control everything happening in our world on a daily basis. Chaos and unexpected surprises are inevitable. With that being said, it’s important for leaders to be willing
Over the past four articles, I’ve shared a powerful 4-step cycle that can transform your life and leadership when implemented consistently. Click on each word below to link back to their corresponding articles. CHOOSE. ACT. BECOME. REPEAT. These four simple words can be game-changing for you. The challenge is overcoming
If the COVID-19 pandemic taught us anything, it’s that adaptability is critical for leadership in uncertain times. Looking back, I’m quite amazed at how so many organizations pivoted in a very short period of time when they had to adjust to survive. I love the commercial of a bike company
Have you ever felt the tension of having a dream, but feeling the pressure of living in your current reality? It’s human nature to want security and stability in the notorious “comfort zone”. The problem with staying in your comfort zone is that you often have this nagging feeling that there’s something more out