Episode 093: Why Leaders Lose Valuable People and a Key Way to Fix It
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure discusses why people leave organizations due to a lack of feeling seen, heard, and valued, and how to resolve this issue so it doesn’t plague your organization. You can learn about Chris’s books, programs, and free strategy session offer at www.mcclurecoaching.com
Why You Can’t Just Think Your Way to the Top
Most leaders believe they need a detailed 10-step plan before they can pivot. They sit in a parked car, staring into the darkness, waiting for the headlights to illuminate the entire journey home. But as leadership expert John Maxwell once noted, headlights don’t work that way. They only show you the next few feet ahead. […]
Episode 092: Clarity Comes Through Action
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure discusses why you must take action if you want to gain greater clarity in your life or business. He shares how this became obvious to him years ago by telling his story of changing career paths after 20 years of serving as a pastor to enter […]
The Messy Middle: How to Navigate the Gap Between Here and There
The space between where you are and where you want to go is often the most uncomfortable place a leader can reside. It is a cocktail of impatience, confusion, and fear. We often call it the “in-between,” and for many executives and business owners, it feels like a period of stagnant waiting. However, the truth […]
Stretch Yourself to Grow Your Business
Your next level of success starts with personal growth, not just strategy. If you’re feeling stuck in your business or like you’ve plateaued after early success, there’s a reason. Growth in your business doesn’t start with a better marketing plan or a new hire. It starts with you. External growth is always a result of […]
Episode 091: When the Vision is Clear, the Path Becomes Evident
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure discusses the importance of identifying your end destination to understand the steps required to achieve your goals and dreams. Learn more about Chris’s resources and services at www.mcclurecoaching.com
Why Yesterday’s Success is Today’s Ceiling
The mantra is simple but powerful: New results require new ways of operating. If you’re a business owner or executive, you’ve likely built your success on established systems, predictable routines, and methods that once delivered massive wins. That is a good thing. However, in today’s hyper-competitive and rapidly shifting market, the very comfort those successful […]
Episode 090: Why the Law of Buy-In Matters More Today
In this episode, leadership coach and author Chris McClure discusses why John Maxwell’s “Law of Buy-In” matters more today in the world of AI and never-ending access to information. He shares stories of how this has impacted his own life, as well as, how to implement this concept into your organization. Connect with Chris and […]
How to Lead Effectively in an Unpredictable World
In a world where change is constant and surprises are inevitable, the strongest leaders aren’t the ones with all the answers; they’re the ones who know how to respond when everything shifts. From economic instability to technological breakthroughs and global disruptions, today’s leaders are navigating more unpredictability than ever before. But unpredictability isn’t just about […]
Why Readjusting Your Strategy Beats Playing Not to Lose
We’ve all been there: pouring time, energy, and hope into a plan, only to have it blow up in our faces. The 2025 “Big Game” between Ohio State and Michigan reminded many of a hard truth: sticking with a conservative, “play not to lose” strategy doesn’t always save the day. After suffering their fourth straight […]