Episode 104: Knowing When to Lead & When to Manage
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure interviews John Harney about his brand-new book, Lead. Manage. WIN! to learn about knowing when to lead, when to manage, and why it matters in today’s workplace. Grab your copy of John’s book here. Connect with John at www.johndharney.com and grab his free meeting download at […]
The Power of the Discernment Pause
As a leader, your day can be a constant stream of fires to put out. When a deadline is missed or a quality standard slips, your instinct is likely to react. But before you send that email or call that meeting, I want you to pause and ask one diagnostic question: “Am I frustrated with […]
Episode 103: Why Caring is an Underrated Leadership Skill
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure discusses a topic most people never consider in leadership – loving people. He shares how love is misunderstood in the professional space and gives a variety of ways to demonstrate genuine care and concern to inspire your followers. Connect with Chris and learn about his programs […]
Leading with Heart
In the high-stakes world of business, we are taught to focus on KPIs, bottom lines, and project timelines. We talk about “human capital” and “resources,” but we often shy away from the one thing that actually drives human performance: genuine care. In my book, The Magnetic Leader, I identify “Loving People” as Essential Action #9. […]
Episode 102: Using Your Imagination in Leadership
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure discusses a topic rarely considered in leadership and business environments – creativity and imagination. He shares how he learned to understand his own creativity differently than what he assumed from a young age, as well as tips to maximize it in an organizational setting. Learn about […]
The Power of Leadership Imagination
If you asked me to draw a landscape or compose a symphony, you’d be met with a blank stare and some very tragic-looking stick figures and music that hurts your ears. For years, I told myself, “I’m just not a creative person.” I viewed creativity as a gift reserved for painters, musicians, and poets. It […]
Episode 101: The Power of Knowing Your Strengths
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure interviews Lindsay Pitstick, an organizational development strategist and Gallup-certified CliftonStrengths coach who helps organizations unlock performance by aligning people strategy with business strategy. In the interview, Lindsay shares the value of knowing your strengths, as well as those of your employees and peers. She also shares […]
Episode 100: Leading When You “Just Know” Without Evidence
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure tackles the tough topic of differentiating between insight and intuition and how to lead when you know deep in your heart and mind how to address an issue. Connect with Chris and learn about his programs and services at www.mcclurecoaching.com
Why High-Level Leadership Requires Insight, Not Just Intuition
As a leader, have you ever “just known” a decision was wrong? You couldn’t point to a spreadsheet or a failed background check, but every logical fiber in your brain signaled a red flag. In my book, The Magnetic Leader, I dive into a concept that many executives struggle to define: the difference between intuition […]
Episode 099: Why the Best Leaders Never “Arrive”
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure shares his personal growth journey and why leaders must be continual learners to remain effective and relevant in today’s world. Learn more about Chris and his programs and services at www.mcclurecoaching.com