Simon is currently the CEO of Rowing New Zealand and has been in the role for 12 years.Simon was former CEO of Sport Auckland, where he worked for over nine years. Simon is the former Chairman of Paralympics NZ, where he was in the role for the Athens and Beijing Paralympics campaigns. During his time in that role, he was on the International Development Committee for the International Paralympic movement. Overall, Simon has over 25 years of experience in sport management. He has also completed the Harvard University course – Governance for Non-profit Excellence. Simon has also been a professional cricket coach (six years) and played first-class cricket for Auckland. Simon’s coaching and playing experience and his understanding of sport management are integral in understanding and creating a high-performance environment for New Zealand’s rowers.Simon has been Chairman of the Pinnacle Programme, which is a Hyundai NZ-backed initiative to develop the potential of young New Zealanders across music, art, culture, and Sport. Simon is also a Director on a family-owned commercial Board.  He won the NZ Sport and Recreation Leadership award in 2015 with a Professional Development scholarship in the name of Chris Doig, a former Rowing NZ board member.  Simon is happily married and has two young children, and enjoys living an active lifestyle in Hamilton. On this episode:Simon talks about how he evolved his leadership style to focus on both the team and individual aspects of your membersSimon discusses why “change managers” irks him.Simon explains why leadership is all about “time.”Leadership is transitioning more into EQ rather than IQThe unfair playing field brought by the social media world and mainstream media heading into more opinionated pieces.Key Takeaways:Look after your team and give them the appropriate treatmentA good leader is about consultation and makes sure everybody is heard and consideredA good leader has a good sense of EQ (Emotional Quotient)Our paradigms are not the same as other people’s paradigms Tweetable Quotes:“You are a people leader when you’re a coach.” – Simon Peterson“As a leader, it’s really critical to understand that your paradigm and your world is not that of your colleagues and those that are working with you.” – Simon PetersonReach out to Simon on:Visit their website at  https://www.rowingnz.kiwi/ Send him an email: [email protected]:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/ Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

 In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about the power of setting big goals. When we set a goal, big or small, we create a plan to achieve it, but the bigger the goal, the more resources you will put into it, which is the idea behind BHAGs (Big Hairy Audacious Goals). When we have massive goals, it forces us to break out of our boxes and stop thinking ‘small.’ It will force us to become better versions of ourselves so that we’ll be capable of achieving those BHAGs. On this episode:Denis talks about the 36th America’s Cup.Team New Zealand setting big goals and bringing home the Cup back to NZHow are your goals coming along? Have you set big powerful goals?When is the right time to set goals?Key Takeaways:Big goals paired with a plan, massive action, working hard, and seeing it through to the end produces magnificent resultsSet goals that will push you to a higher levelIt is never too late to set a new goal and work hard to achieve itTweetable Quotes:“Set yourself some massive goals. Go on, be courageous, be bold.” – Denis Gianoutsos“It’s amazing how things start to fall into place for people as they set goals.” – Denis Gianoutsos Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/ Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Stephanie worked for more than 15 years in the not-for-profit sector, promoting human rights and sustainable development causes. Stephanie is currently Global Co-CEO of Talent Beyond Boundaries, a non-profit on a mission to enable refugees and other displaced people to secure jobs overseas and migrate on the basis of their skills to secure their futures. Prior to that, Stephanie led advocacy and external affairs at Amnesty International Australia and held several senior leadership positions at Oxfam Australia and Oxfam International. In 2017 she was awarded a Churchill Fellowship to research innovative refugee admission programs across six countries. She wrote about my findings at www.makerefuge.org - a website created to showcase how governments, citizens, and other actors can better work together to welcome refugees into our communities. Stephanie has a Bachelor of Arts, a Bachelor of Public Policy and Management, and a Masters of Public and International Law from the University of Melbourne. Stephanie is passionate about creating innovative solutions to human rights and development challenges. On this episode:Hear Stephanie talk about her background and how her passion for human rights and social development issues have affected the course of her lifeStephanie talks about why she follows the principle of “hiring someone based on their potential.”Stephanie explains their “Co-CEO Structure” and how it has impacted their organizationStephanie discusses where leadership will be in the next 5 yearsKey Takeaways:Hiring someone based on potential can go a long way. It’s not always about the qualifications on their papers.Leaders must be accountable for their decisions and behaviorLeaders must have flexibility and adaptabilityLeaders must be able to pivot on a dime Tweetable Quotes:“Hire on potential and look for potential.” – Stephanie Cousins Reach out to Stephanie:www.makerefuge.comwww.talentbeyondboundaries.orgResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/ Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Ernest Azzam is the Regional Business Manager for HP, managing Large Format Printing in Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa region. Ernest has been an HP employee for over 15 years, beginning in 2003 as the Large Format Printers Product Manager for the Middle East. In 2008, Ernest managed the Laser and Enterprise solutions Go-To-Market unit. He joined the Graphics Solutions Business Team in 2013, managing the Large Format Business for the Middle East and Africa region until 2019 when his territory was expanded to include Eastern Europe.Ernest has more than 20 years of experience in the Graphics industry. Prior to joining HP, Ernest was a Software and Sales Engineer at Heidelberg Gulf.On this episode:Listen to Ernest's story of how he searched and grabbed for the opportunity to become a leader, not just wait for it.Ernest discusses his observations of how leadership has changed over the years.Ernest talks about how leadership is about InfluenceErnest shares what a leader's role is all aboutErnest talks about how life is in Dubai during the pandemicErnest stresses the importance of being able to adapt to this fast-paced, ever-changing worldKey Takeaways:Don't just wait for the opportunity. Search for it.Some people are not made to be leadersYou should be happy with what you do. People are more successful with jobs where they are happy with what they do.Successful leadership today is about influence, not authority. Tweetable Quotes:"You have to grab [the opportunity] and find it yourself and not wait for somebody to give it to you." – Ernest Azzam"Happiness in what you do is key. And I believe that's the ultimate objective." – Ernest Azzam You can connect with Ernest on LinkedIn Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/ Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why mindset matters for success. If you have ever listened to successful people talk, they always say something along the lines of without the right mindset; you will never reach your goals, and that by shifting their mindset to the right one, they were able to move the needle towards their goals. But does mindset really matter? Does it really play a significant role, just as they say? Tune in and find out! On this episode:What is the right mindset?Denis stresses that having the right mindset separates successful people from the unsuccessfulDenis talks about the 7 things that make people successful Key Takeaways:Adopt the growth mindset, not the diminishing mindsetBe very clear with your “why” or “purpose”Perfection is not going to happenSuccessful people are results-focusedChange the impossible to possible. Don’t look for reasons why you can’t do something.Change brings opportunitiesUnderstand the importance of consistencyBe confident in the value you can bring Tweetable Quotes:“People who have a mindset and understand that mindset matters for success are successful cause they understand that they are never going to be perfect.” – Denis Gianoutsos“With change comes opportunities.” – Denis Gianoutsos“It’s not about what it is. It’s about what you do with it is what counts.” – Denis Gianoutsos Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/ Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Sean is a Pastor, Entrepreneur, and Keynote Speaker. Since 1998 he has been helping thousands of people become solid, strategic, and solutional leaders in life and business. He is launching The Oaks Church in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on April 4th, Easter Sunday. On this episode:Listen to Sean talk about his journey to overcoming people’s expectations of him.Sean shares the story of how he stumbled into becoming a speaker.Sean stresses that leaders must be “believable.” Turn yourself into someone that people can believe in. Are you in it to make money, or are you in it to make a legacy?Key Takeaways:Don’t take years to leave a job that’s not making you happy. Take a leap of faith into chasing your dreams.Your dream will discover you if you just keep seeking it.If you are not “believable,” people will turn you off in a heartbeat.If you build people, they will build your business. Tweetable Quotes:“We all have a story to tell, and we all have scars from life. The scars are a sign of healing. They are a sign of life; they mean we made it. And so, I love to be the type of leader that shares my story and shows my scars cause I believe that gives other people hope that they can make it too.” – Sean Abbananto“Your dream will discover you if you just keep seeking it.” – Sean Abbananto“When you reignite the heart of a dreamer, anything is possible.” – Sean Abbananto Learn more about Sean:The Oaks Church OKC: https://www.theoaksokc.church/Website: http://seanabbananto.com/Twitter: @seanabbanantoInstagram: @seanabbanantoLinkedIn: @seanabbanantoFacebook: @seanabbananto Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/ Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Jacques Landry is the CEO of Cycling New Zealand. A High-Performance National Sporting Organization. His background has many international achievements and appointments.He started racing road bikes competitively at the age of 17 in Quebec City (Canada). He made the national cycling team (Canada) at age 20. He competed in his first Olympic Games for Canada in road cycling in 1992 at the age of 23 and then again at the age of 27 in Atlanta in 1996. He retired from competitive cycling in 1998.He was hired as a road cycling development coach for Cycling Canada in 1998 while completing his coaching degree, which he completed in 2001.He was hired as Road coach at BikeNZ (Now Cycling New Zealand) in 2003, where he went on to set up a European base for kiwi cyclists in the South of France. He accompanied the Kiwi road riders at both the Athens and Beijing Games as a road coach.At the end of 2008 he was hired as High-Performance Director at the Canadian Cycling Association (Now Cycling Canada). He led programs that yielded 12 Paralympic medals and 3 Olympic medals over two Olympic and Paralympic cycles.Jacques was hired as a High-Performance consultant at Cycling New Zealand in 2018 to assist the current High-Performance Director.In early 2019 he was appointed as interim CEO at Cycling New Zealand and then successfully appointed to the role mid-2020 as CEO of Cycling New Zealand.He has assisted other National Sports Organization in High-Performance structuring (Like Taekwondo Canada)He has spoken at coaching conferences in Canada and in Russia and is called upon to sit on numerous committees pertaining to High Performance, whether it be in Cycling or in the multisport area.On this episode:&nbsp;Hear Jacques talk about how he got started with cycling&nbsp;Jacques discusses that he didn’t purposely get into leadership. Rather, it came upon him naturally.Jacques stresses that leadership is not about “titles,” but it’s about your “actions.”Jacques says that it’s imperative that as leadership is evolving, our leaders must also evolve.The importance of the proper use of human resourcesDenis and Jacques discuss that it’s important for leaders, high-performance teams, and organizations to be open to adapting and learning.Key Takeaways:We are all leaders in our own right, regardless of what we do.Embrace your responsibility as a leaderLeadership isn’t about the title. It’s about your actions.Leaders must constantly adapt to the fast-ever-changing nature of leadership.Do what you say you will do.&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“I carried a lot of what I’ve learned in cycling, as an athlete, to my professional career.” – Jacques Landry“We’re all leaders in our own right to start with. Regardless of what we do, it’s whether or not we wanna embrace leadership and take it on or not.” – Jacques Landry“I didn’t look out for leadership. Leadership found me, and I’m embracing it as much as anyone would.” – Jacques Landry&nbsp;Learn more about Jacques:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueslandry/&nbsp;Instagram: @jlandrycoach (https://www.instagram.com/jlandrycoach/?hl=en)&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: <a href="http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why people do not understand the "strategy." When being part of an organization, it's essential to know its strategy. Still, many employees work for certain organizations but don't even know the cause they are a part of. So, why don't they understand the strategy? Why don't they know what the strategy is? Why don't they resonate with the strategy? And what happens when they don't know the strategy?&nbsp;On this episode:Denis discusses why people don't understand their organization's strategyWhy people don't resonate with the organization’s strategyDenis talks about how you can make your strategies relevant for your peopleDenis gives effective communication tipsGrab a free 30-minute strategy session with Denis. Connect with him through the links belowKey Takeaways:One of the best ways to get your message through is by storytelling&nbsp;Leaders need to understand the strategy themselves to effectively communicate what it means to his peopleMake your strategy easy to understand, relatable, relevant, and always bring it to life&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:"First of all, leaders need to understand the strategy themselves." – Denis Gianoutsos"If you've got a strategy and it's the right strategy, then bring it to life of people and help them through it." – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Dr. Rob McCleland is an internationally recognized expert in business strategy and organizational alignment.&nbsp;Dr. McCleland serves as an M&amp;A adviser to private companies. His work includes both buy-side and sale-side transactions with expertise in leading turnaround companies. He served as the President/CEO of a multinational organization with hospitals, schools, and clinics on five continents. He was then recruited by John Maxwell to lead the largest leadership development organization in the world.&nbsp;He has an organization called LeaderTribe.com and is the Podcast Host “Your Daily Dose of Growth” with 700 episodes!Rob holds three degrees, including a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership and a Master’s Degree with an emphasis in personal leadership. He served as Dean of Nyack University on Capitol Hill in Washington DC and has been rated the most popular professor several times, including at Regent University’s top-tier B-School. He has spoken at major global conferences and universities, including as a plenary speaker for the World Health Organization.&nbsp;Rob is passionate about helping fellow business owners understand how to proactively plan and execute the M &amp; A process successfully. His goal is to see business owners receive optimal value at their time of exit. When he is not working, Rob enjoys his family (especially the grandkids), speaking at marketplace events, and serving as a trusted advisor on corporate boards.&nbsp;On this episode:Dr. Rob shares his experiences growing up in a poor familyDr. Rob talks about his podcast LeaderTribeDr. Rob discusses how his leadership journey started in sportsDr. Rob stresses that the world is moving faster than ever, and it will never be this slow againDr. Rob discusses the importance of taking care of your employees, making them feel loved, and that you value them.Dr. Rob talks about the three types of employees. The unengaged, engaged and actively disengagedKey Takeaways:The world is changing faster than it ever has, so you must adapt consistently to the changesLead with care and honestyTake care of your employees, make them feel loved and valuedPut your clients first, and the profits will followThe 3 important core values in an organization: integrity, trust, and servant-leadership.&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“The entire world is changing right now faster today than it ever has in history, and it will never change this slowly again.” – Dr. Rob McCleland“I want people to care and love for their team members.” – Dr. Rob McCleland“The higher you go in an organization, the less you get true feedback from those around you.” – Dr. Rob McCleland&nbsp;Learn more about Dr. Rob:[email protected] – Your Daily Dose of Growth by Dr. Rob McCleland&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn...

Ravin S. Papiah started his life by being doomed by doctors of early childhood death. Being born as a very weak child played into his favor, whereby he was introduced to reading by a teacher while his friends were enjoying their recreational time outside the class, playing. He has defied the doctors, and today, he stands as a father, reader, trainer, coach, public speaker, writer, politician, and Influencer. He discovered that his purpose is to help others grow to their optimum self.Ravin is currently an Executive Director, a Founder Partner of The John Maxwell Team. Ravin Papiah is now Managing Director of the Mighty Champs Marketing Co. Ltd. and the Professional Leadership Centre Ltd.On this episode:Ravin shares the advantage that came from getting diagnosed that he will have an early childhood deathThe major part that his interest in reading played in shaping who he is todayRavin talks about the importance of personal development and investing in yourselfRavin discusses that people today are more vocal and proactive in making the government accountableKey Takeaways:Strive to continue improving yourself. Invest in your personal development.People have the power. More and more people understand that they have the potential to be leaders.Be resilient. Resiliency can be learned.Servanthood leadership thrives in today’s world.&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“I really took to reading as a major piece of whatever I am today.” – Ravin S. Papiah“The biggest challenge of being, of producing, of succeeding rather in a business is how good are you. How good are you to accept failure, to accept falling down and get up again?” – Ravin S. Papiah&nbsp;“Servanthood leadership is a leadership that is going to thrive in today’s world.” – Ravin S. Papiah&nbsp;Learn more about Ravin:Email: [email protected]&nbsp;Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ravin.papiah&nbsp;LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravin-souvendra-papiah-mba-dtm-6b23a618/&nbsp;Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/542566133066245Podcast: Sales Mastery by Ravin S. Papiah (https://www.stitcher.com/show/epic-your-business-through-sales-leadership-the-ravin-papiah)&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about how to handle chaos. When faced with uncertainties and ambiguities that start to get out of hand and become chaotic, many of us give up. Some give it a try in solving it, but when they can’t seem to figure things out, they quit halfway through. So, if you want help or advice to get through these situations, tune in as Denis gives the 5 steps to handling chaos.&nbsp;On this episode:Denis talks about the 5 Steps to handling chaosDenis gives the definition of the acronym CHAOSDenis stresses the importance of making a decision that ends up being wrong rather than making no decision at all.Key Takeaways:C – be CourageousH – Hold yourself accountableA – having the right Attitude is importantO – be OptimisticS – what are the next Steps that you’re going to take?&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“No one wants to join or be part of a team that is pessimistic.” – Denis Gianoutsos“If you are gonna be a leader that’s gonna be able to handle the chaos, you have got to be optimistic with reality. Optimistic while also being vulnerable. Optimistic while also being realistic.” – Denis Gianoutsos“The decision you make may not be the right one, but that’s better than making no decision.” – Denis Gianoutsos“You need to make a decision to move forward.” – Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Paul ter Wal is an internationally sought-after employability expert and workplace architect. For more than 25 years, he has been in the speaking, consulting, and training business for executives, HR directors, and employees.Paul is a former lawyer at a social benefits organization as well as Assistant Director of a Public Health Insurance company started his consulting career at Capgemini in the field of social security and labor law. Today Paul ter Wal is a professional speaker, advisor, vision, and work health specialist.Paul is recognized as Certified Speaking Professional (CSP) by the Professional Speakers Australia as well as Fellow (FPSA) by the Professional Speaking Association in the UK and Ireland.&nbsp;On this episode:Paul talks about the changed he went through from being a lawyer to becoming somebody who explores engagement and happiness in the workplaceDenis and Paul discuss the burnout employees are experiencing with their jobsPaul shares where he modeled his leadership fromPaul discusses how leadership has changed from a hierarchy to a facilitative leadershipPaul stresses the importance of employee engagementKey Takeaways:If you’re not happy doing something or if you’re not making any progress, take a timeout to stop and think about things.Every leader needs to know their core values and then find a job that aligns with those valuesCreate a situation where people can flow and have space to do their workTrust comes when you have transparency and truthPaul’s advice on how to avoid burning out your team&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“We need to be human beings first and then enjoy our job.” – Paul ter Wal“It’s important that you need to trust people and trust only comes when you have transparency and truth.” – Paul ter Wal“Be focused on human being not on the process or on the outcome.” – Paul ter Wal&nbsp;Learn more about Paul:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulterwal/Website: www.paulterwal.com&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Russ Perry is the founder and CEO of Design Pickle, the leading flat-rate graphic design and creative services company. Under his leadership, Design Pickle has grown from 2 to over 600 team members globally, completing over 950,000 creative requests since its 2015 inception. Perry resides in Scottsdale, Arizona, with his wife, Mika, and their 3 daughters.&nbsp;On this episode:Russ talks about how he led Design Pickle to grow from 2 to over 600 members globallyRuss discusses that it’s imperative to upgrade your operating systemRuss shares his battles with his ego that has kept him from growingRuss talks about the missing gap in entrepreneurial business knowledgeDenis and Russ discuss how employees’ expectations from their leaders have changedKey Takeaways:You need to upgrade your operating system to keep on growingUpgrade your skills to match your visionSuccessful leaders have the ability to adapt and growEmployees want their leaders to be true and authentic&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“What am I doing to upgrade my operating system? What am I doing to grow so that my capabilities are matching my vision?” – Russ Perry“Success is a measurement of, kind of a freedom of time.” – Russ Perry&nbsp;Subscribe to Russ’ newsletter on https://designpickle.com/under-the-lid/&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/Design Pickle Special Offer - Give $100, Get $100Hey listeners, by clicking on my Design Pickle Affiliate link below:You will get $100 off your first monthI will get $100 off my next month which helps support this podcastDenis’ Affiliate link: https://vrlps.co/3T1K9f4/cp&nbsp;

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about how to set yourself up for success. Have you ever wondered how successful people reached where they are now? How about their secrets, their strategies, the mindset, and many other factors involved? What are they doing that you aren’t? Tune in as Denis uncovers the secrets behind why people succeed so that you can do too.On this episode:Denis talks about the 5 Ds behind people’s successThese 5 Ds are what’s going to help you set yourself up for successDenis invites you to be 1 of the 3 spots available for free coaching sessionsKey Takeaways:Successful people have the Drive, are Disciplined, have Determination, good at Designing systems and processes, and makes sure to Deliver and execute their plansTweetable Quotes:“Be disciplined, consistent, and making sure you are doing things on a consistent basis based on things that you’re committing to doing.” – Denis Gianoutsos“They will move a mountain to make it happen. That’s what I call determination.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Mark Trafford is a self-confessed entrepreneur who currently owns 2 businesses in the property sector and also (TNG) The Networking Group that facilitates networking meetings for business owners. After 25 years fighting the corporate ladder in several high-level positions both in New Zealand and The United Kingdom, Mark decided to take on the world himself in 2007 and start his business.Now with 11 franchises, his property brand is becoming a well-recognized name in New Zealand. Mark's true passion lies in business, and being an ideas man; he surrounds himself with clever individuals that strengthen his teams and enable him to focus on what he enjoys and is good at. Mark is an author and avid All Blacks fan and father of 5 teenagers and lives with his partner Melanie on a rural property north of Auckland.On this episode:Mark speaks about his background and realizing from an early age that he was a leader&nbsp;Mark says that we are all born as leadersMark talks about what pushed him to pursue becoming a leaderMark shares his view on how leadership has changed and how he had to adapt to the changesMark stresses the importance of your business adapting to the technological advancements of the worldMark discusses that he would like to see new businesses in New Zealand getting more supportKey Takeaways:If you're learning to be a leader, you must learn and research what a good leader is and the qualities needed.Don't be afraid to failYou need to play at your best all the timeLead by exampleLet your people feel valued&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:"I think we are born as leaders, and then we learn to adapt." – Mark Trafford"If you can adapt your business just slightly and lead it in another direction, it can be extremely successful." – Mark Trafford"The other thing about being a leader is not everyone's gonna like you." – Mark TraffordLearn more about Mark:Website: http://tng.org.nz/E-mail: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marktrafford/&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Dave Greenberg was born in New York City, spent time in Buffalo, NY and Dallas Texas, before moving to New Zealand, for a one-year IT contract, in 1990 where he still resides today.From the time he was only eight years old, Dave says he knew that he wanted to be a fireman. He saved his first life, doing CPR, when he was only 13-years old. Although he pursued a professional IT career, his passion for the emergency services never waned. Alongside his studies and career, he became a volunteer firefighter or ambulance officer, wherever he lived.His one-year IT contract was quickly extended to two, and during the second year, in 1991, he was lucky enough to become a crew member on a rescue helicopter, in Wellington, NZ. The volunteer position became a paid career, lasting over 25-years, where he was part of a team on nearly 4000 missions. For 12 of the years Dave was also the Operations Manager for the charity which ran the helicopter and two air ambulance aeroplanes. He managed a team of over 30 pilots, crew and paramedics, and managed the operational relationship with two aircraft suppliers, the health system and the local ambulance service.Dave re-started Emergency Preparedness Services, an Emergency Management consulting firm that he formed in the early 90s. EPS offers emergency training and consulting services to the corporate and government sector. He also began using his wealth of knowledge and stories to begin a professional speaking career; his main speaking topics are around Creating a Response culture and creating Trust.Covid19 brought much of his business to a screeching halt, in March 2020. As the Covid lockdown was announced in New Zealand, Dave was offered a short-term contract with the NZ Ministry of Health, on the Emergency Management Team and the Covid19 Response team.Dave is convinced that we all have the ability to create our own luck, and much of his good luck has been following the advice of mentors, along his career.Dave is proudest of his helicopter career, and all the people he had a hand in helping, over the 25-years.That being said, he is also immensely proud to be part of the Covid19 response team which has seen New Zealand’s response be recognised as one of the best in the world.&nbsp;On this episode:Dave talks about his leadership journey. Learning and modeling his leadership style based on the leaders he admires.Dave shares what it’s like being part of New Zealand’s Covid19 response teamDave explains the importance of Emergency PreparednessDave discusses juggling between his business and being part of the Covid19 response teamDave’s view on what true leaders look likeDave stresses the importance of being calm in every situationThe balance to lead and the opportunity to succeedKey Takeaways:Sometimes, leaders have to put their dreams on holdGive people what they need. Not what you want to deliver.We all have to pivot at some point in our lives. So, always be prepared.Lead by exampleNot every problem needs to be seen as a crisis. Not every problem is as big as it seems.Tweetable Quotes:“I really do believe we can make money from our passion.” – Dave Greenberg“Leading by example is the number one thing that in my mind makes a leader successful.” – Dave Greenberg“You don’t have to run and be all over the place to get the job done.” – Dave Greenberg&nbsp;Learn more about Dave at https://rescuedave.com/&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: <a...

In this episode of ask Denis, hear Denis talk about the accountable coach. Did you know that many successful people and organizations used to have a coach or still have one? In general, coaches guide you and keeps checking up on you whether you are taking steps towards your goals. They help hold you accountable to your commitments, what you’re saying, or what you want to do.&nbsp;Surveys show that leadership accountability is a key business driver and tool. So, what happens when there is a lack of accountability?On this episode:What is accountability?Hear Denis talk about what happens when there’s a lack in accountabilityDenis discusses the possibilities when there’s accountability in an organizationDenis talks about taking accountability and ownershipWhat is an Accountable Coach?Key Takeaways:Take full responsible ownership of your actionsAccept personal accountability. Don’t blame othersPeople want accountable leaders around the worldAlways bring your ‘A’ game to the table&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Surveys have shown that leadership accountability is a key business driver, tool, and capability.” – Denis Gianoutsos“If we take accountability and ownership, that can lead to success.” – Denis Gianoutsos“We don’t know when we’re being judged. We don’t know what we need to do at a certain time. But I just know you need to be prepared and actually living every day and bringing your ‘A’ game to the table, to the field at all times.” – Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Bengu works at HP Inc. as the Head of Services for the Middle East, KSA, Turkey, and East Africa. She is currently leading the Middle East and Turkey hub, responsible for deploying country support strategy in full alignment with business, sales, and category teams in the 21 countries making up the Middle East, Turkey &amp; East Africa clusters since November 2018.Bengu has held multiple management positions with the CS Customer Relations Team (CRT) at the country and EMEA level. She has led an organization within HP of 120 employees and 5 people managers, supporting all commercial product lines PC, Printing, and Servers.&nbsp;Before joining HP, Bengu worked in Turkey in Defense, Software, and Telecom industries.On this episode:Bengu shares how she didn’t strive to be a leader, but rather leadership naturally found its way to herBengu talks about the importance of accountability in leadership rolesBengu discusses the leaders that inspired her to become the leader she wants to beBengu talks about why leaders are supposed to be the energizer for changeDenis and Bengu talks about how employees’ expectations have changedKey Takeaways:Be accountable for your actionsBe the change you want to see in the worldYou are never too small to make a change and an impactLeaders don’t just need to change and adapt, but also needs to be the energizer for changeWe learn by failing&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Your actions count more than your words.” – Bengu Altinordu“You are never too small to make a change, and you are never too small to make an impact.” – Bengu Altinordu“Growth mindset, I think is more important than ever before and having compassion and empathy for people – it will never go out of fashion.” – Bengu Altinordu&nbsp;Learn more about Bengu:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bengualtinordu/&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Barbara Gustavson, owner of Discover Next Step, trains and equip others to develop new ways to think, respond, engage and lead so they can unleash their inner bold and create a positive impact. She combines personal growth, leadership, and brain-based techniques so her clients can work more efficiently.Barbara is a Certified Leadership Trainer and Amen Clinic Brain Health Coach, and author of Permission To Be BOLD, and co-author of Breaking Average. She loves being in nature whenever she can. You can often find her in her kayak or hanging out with her rescue dogs and horse&nbsp;On this episode:Hear the story of Barbara’s career where she started as a financial analystBarbara shares how she discovered her talent in leadership rolesBarbara talks about cognitive flexibility – being flexible about changeBarbara’s insights on why we should focus on mindset, strategies, and taking care of ourselvesBarbara shares her personal wellness routine during this “working at home” environment brought by the pandemicKey Takeaways:As leaders, we need to be in tune with the changes that are happeningTake care of your personal well-being. Give yourselves small moments to be able to maintain and refill yourselves.Recognize the importance of managing your and your team’s emotions&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“If I wait and do nothing, I’m not meeting the needs and demand out there.” – Barbara Gustavson“You don’t want to wait until there’s nothing left. If we are able to shift our paradigm and able to give ourselves small moments of being able to maintain and refill ourselves. We aren’t left with these completely empty feeling or burned-out state.” – Barbara Gustavson&nbsp;Resources Mentioned:Micro-Resilience by Bonnie St. John&nbsp;Learn more about Barbara at https://www.discovernextstep.com/Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why you should decide now and buy that bike or whatever that one thing that you're putting on hold. Why do people find it hard to make decisions or take action? A lot of people procrastinate.Many people are like deers in the headlights of a car – they are stunned, paralyzed, and don't know what to do. Some can decide but couldn't follow through with the execution and not take action.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;On this episode:Hear Denis talk about why people don't make decisions or take actionDenis shares having difficulties deciding on buying a mountain bike for the past four monthsDenis discusses the importance of doing your research before making decisionsWhat's holding you back?Go out there and make the decision on that one thing you're putting on hold.Key Takeaways:Always take care of your health.You need to make a decision. Don't let it get to the point where the decision will be made for you.Don't make excuses and reasons. Just go out there, make the decision and take action.Do your research. Be well informed and be deliberate when making your decisions.&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:"If you don't go and make a decision in life. The decision will be made for you in the future." – Denis Gianoutsos"We need to make a decision in whatever you want to do. It's never gonna be perfect, team. You can always adapt, adjust, tweak when you're going out there, but you have to get going, you have to do something." – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Patrick Snow is an international best-selling author, professional keynote speaker, publishing, speaking, and book marketing coach. He first discovered his gift for speaking at the age of 17 while giving pre-game speeches to his high school football team. Since then, Patrick has electrified more than 3,500 audiences on four continents to achieve their individual and organizational destinies.Patrick’s “DESTINY” message has been widely recognized in the media including, The New York Times and Forbes Magazine. His book, story, and family photo were also featured as a cover story in a 2002 issue of USA TODAY.On this episode:Listen to Patrick’s story that was heavily influenced by his parentsPatrick shares how he started learning leadership at a young age because of youth sportsPatrick discusses why you need to “learn how to fish for yourself”Patrick talks about his favorite leaders and how they influenced his leadership styleHear Patrick’s view about leadershipPatrick’s advice on how to become a successful leaderKey Takeaways:If you want what others have, you must do what others have doneLearn how to fish for yourselfFamily is the most important thing in the worldAlways take care of yourself physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionallyLeadership is not based on words. It’s based on actions.&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“I learned that to create wealth; you did it by being a business owner, a sales professional, an entrepreneur. Not working for a man and trading time for dollars.” – Patrick Snow“Build yourself a career in which you don’t need to take a vacation from.” – Patrick Snow“We got to think it, ink it, believe it, and achieve it.” – Patrick Snow&nbsp;Learn more about Patrick:&nbsp;Website: http://patricksnow.com/Email: [email protected]: +1 206 310 1200Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Having started his career as a news journalist, Colin Kennedy is the former CEO of Agritech Inc and general manager of a social and emergency housing company. However, most of his career has been in the reputation marketing space, specifically marketing and sales management, public relations, and content marketing. Nowadays, he helps business leaders become thought leaders.On this episode:Hear Colin talk about his background and how he got into leadership rolesColin shares the lessons he learned from his favorite leaders and how it has affected his leadership styleColin discusses how the way people deal with people has changed and continues to changeHear why Colin believes we need to change the social dynamics in workplaces and our societyKey Takeaways:You can’t be a lazy leader. You need to engage with your people.Treat other people, your team as your equalsDo the tough things with dignity and respectWhen making decisions, always put other people into considerationTweetable Quotes:“Nowadays, you cannot be a lazy leader, you know? You need to engage with your people. You need to win them and move them.” – Colin Kennedy“The people consideration has to be in the forefront of all decision making.” – Colin KennedyLearn more about Colin:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicpr/Website: https://www.ironroad.co.nz/Blog: https://www.ironroad.co.nz/blog/&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Njeru Nthigah is the President &amp; Founder of The Business Implementation Academy – an organization committed to empowering digital creators, knowledge entrepreneurs, course creators, and membership site owners to get unstuck so that they can implement and launch their products easier, faster and simple leading to more income, impact, and freedom.Njeru Nthigah was born in Kenya and grew up through a life of struggle. His life was shaped by the early death of his close family, and this propelled him into a journey of entrepreneurship. He created a very successful freight company and achieved tremendous success at a very young age.Njeru sold his company and moved to Southern Africa to lead the offices of the Kenyan National Airline – Kenya Airways. By that time, he was already leading two country offices, running a budget of over 40 Million Dollars and teams in both countries.&nbsp;But one day, Njeru embark on the most pivotal and life-changing journey of his life. He decided to move to America to pursue a dream of becoming his very best. He came to America with $749.00, to a country he had never been to, to a city he had never been to, and seeking a teacher he had never met! This journey had led to being trained and mentored by the world’s greatest leadership teacher John C Maxwell.&nbsp;Njeru Nthigah had been trained and shared the stage with numerous leaders like John Maxwell, Seth Godin, Nick Vujicic, Les Brown, James Wedmore, and many others. Today, Njeru Nthigah works to empower others to grow in their leadership and be successful in their business.On this episode:Celebrating the 100th Episode of Leadership Is ChangingHear Njeru’s story of struggles, losing family members at a young age, and left with the responsibility of becoming the head of their familyDiscovering who you are and learning to lead yourselfWhat’s holding you back from reaching your goals?Hear why it’s important to invest in yourself and Njeru’s secrets to successful leadershipWhat it takes to be a successful leader in this fast-moving worldKey Takeaways:Successful people get out of their comfort zones, not afraid to take risks, pursues and does everything they can to reach their goalsThere’s always a price to pay, sacrifices to make to achieve your goalsSuccessful leaders listen more and talk lessAllow others to thrive&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“I was always an entrepreneur, and that’s what saved me when I lost my family.” – Njeru Nthigah“I like people who are unconventional. I like people who are willing to put the stick on the ground and try something that has never been tried.” – Njeru Nthigah“When you make up your mind. When you cut out the noise. When you say there is no going back. Everything is possible.” – Njeru Nthigah&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources Mentioned:The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell&nbsp;Learn more about Njeru:Website: www.thebusinessimplementationacademy.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/njerunthigah/?hl=enResources:Email: [email protected]: <a href="http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about the voice of impact. There was a time when Denis had to go through the possibility of losing his voice forever. He had to undergo surgery and months of rehabilitation without 100% assurance of getting his voice back.Despite all that, Denis still persevered and fought and eventually regained his voice. He now uses this “second” voice to impact other people’s lives, and hopefully, the world. So, what does the voice of impact really mean? Do you have the voice of impact?&nbsp;On this episode:Denis talks about the time he had to get a tumor removed to get his voice backDenis shares his insights on taking a “time out”Fear of the unknownDenis talks about the reason why he started this podcastHow to have a voice of impactDenis’s gratitude for all the support the podcast is gettingKey Takeaways:Look after yourself all the timeYour voice needs to be heardUse your voice to make an impact&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“When you take some time out to think, it’s really amazing what can happen or what can come up for you.” – Denis Gianoutsos“For you to have a voice of impact, you have to be disciplined, focused, and consistent.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Joanna Makris comes from and lives in Greece. She is known as “The Inspired 360° Success - speaker, trainer, and coach - who is totally obsessed with mindset and leadership”. Her passion is to share and inspire new awareness and mindset breakthroughs for lasting success in personal and professional life leading to inner harmony.Prior to choosing this career path, Joanna enjoyed a 15+ yr successful banking career serving from a number of leadership positions in large organizations, such as Citicorp, working with people across the globe, while trying to be successful in all other areas of her life too. She then transitioned to her own business, “Success Link,” became a founding partner with the John Maxwell Team, and for the last 15 years, she has been living her purpose by helping others bring Inspired 360ᵒ Success to their life.Joanna likes to say: If I made it from “a success juggler” to “an inspired achiever,” then you can too!On this episode:Joanna shares her story of working in a bank to transitioning to starting her own businessJoanna talks about “split personalities.” The ‘you’ you show at work and the ‘you’ at home.Joanna talks about the qualities a leader must haveLeaders creating their own new normalWhat Joanna would change in businesses todayJoanna shares what it takes to become a successful leaderKey Takeaways:Great leaders aren’t about the names. It’s a type of personCreate a vision that will be your new reality that will become your new normalDon’t dwell on the problem. Think of a solution that’ll get you unstuckLeaders should model the art of change and embrace the need for work-life harmony&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“There’s so many great leaders, right? And I’m sure that most people tell you that they struggle to find one name and tell you who that is. Same is for me, but for me is a totally different approach. For me, it’s not about the name. It’s rather a type of person.” – Joanna Makris“Anyone who brings the inspiration and transformation who serves, unites, values, and models for others. These are my favorite ones. So, these are the ones that create positive change and positive impact in the world.” – Joanna Makris“A successful leader is based in today’s reality and already lives in tomorrow’s vision.” – Joanna Makris&nbsp;Follow Joanna:LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3pbQOZN&nbsp;Facebook: https://bit.ly/2LYg7QB&nbsp;Greek Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3o7A6t9&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about staying calm in the midst of ambiguity and chaos. When faced with new, unfamiliar things and challenges in life, we tend to fear the ambiguities it brings. We become scared of the bad things that might happen and never or seldom think of the opportunity to rise from those challenges.Amidst all the chaos that might or might not happen, people panic, and there isn’t anything good that comes when we panic. So, Denis’s piece of advice for you is to stay calm and face everything with a clear mind.&nbsp;On this episode:Denis talks about the upcoming 36th America’s CupDenis shares an amazing feat in the recently held PRADA CupStay calm, calculated, have humor and confidence amidst all the chaosWhat will 2021 bring to you? What will you do, and what will you bring to the table?Key Takeaways:Always have a plan so that you’ll know what to do nextDo what you need to do to stay calmNo matter the ambiguities and chaos thrown at you – stay calm&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“No matter what is thrown at you, stay calm.” – Denis Gianoutsos“We always learn from the different areas that we work in. We always learn from what’s going on for us in our lives and in our businesses.” – Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why you should understand, how to identify, and what he means by ‘vital signs.’ Key Performance Indicators (KPI) or vital signs are essential to the health of your business, goal, team, and so forth.Knowing your vital signs gives you the idea of managing and solving the problems you’re facing. So, tune in and listen to Denis talk about some of the most important vital signs you should always monitor.&nbsp;On this episode:Denis talks about “how resilient is your business?”Denis talks about his journey to getting his voice back (literally)Denis talks about the vital signs that are key to your successWhat are your vital signs personally and career-wise?Key Takeaways:If you know your vital signs, you’ll know what to doIdentify, monitor, and find a remedy to your vital signsIf you want to reach a new level this year, it’s totally up to you&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Vital signs will help you monitor and improve the health of your business, your goal, your organization, and your team.” – Denis Gianoutsos“If you can view, monitor, or understand your vital signs, then you know what to do. You may not actually know the solution, but you know there’s different areas to address.” – Denis Gianoutsoss&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about how to move the needle on your goals. Have you set your goals but don’t know where or how to start? Then this episode is the one for you! Tune in as Denis shares advice and actionable tips you can use to help you take the first steps towards achieving your goals.On this episode:Denis weighs in on people having too many goalsDenis talks about the kind of goals you are setting for yourselfDenis shares actionable steps you can take to start moving the needle on your goalsNow, what are you going to do to move the needle on your goals?Key Takeaways:Set fewer goals and know what goals you should prioritizeBe very clear with what your goals are and what you’re trying to achieveDo your research. What got you to where you are now won’t get you somewhere else.Take smaller stepsTaking action is the only way to move the needle on your goalsConsistency is keyTweetable Quotes:“The needle will not move forward if you don’t do something.” – Denis Gianoutsos“You have to see things differently and do things differently to get different results.” – Denis Gianoutsos“If you’re not getting results and you’re not being able to move your needle forward around your goals and helping achieve that. Then, you’re gonna have to do something different.” – Denis GianoutsosResources Mentioned:What Got You Here Won’t Get You There by Marshall GoldsmithGet in touch with Denis:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about goal setting. When we set our goals, we have our small short-term goals while we have big long-term goals. But, having goals or setting these goals doesn’t immediately guarantee that you’re going to achieve them. You also have to put in the effort. Now, some people say that you shouldn’t dream big or have huge goals; that you should only set small, realistic goals. Well, Denis is here to talk about setting big goals and doing everything you can to bring them to life. Always remember, it’s not just about goal setting. It’s also about goal achievement.On this episode:Setting your goals and setting your year up for successSetting big goals and doing everything you can to bring them to lifeWhat are Big goals? Why set big goals?Denis shares what you need to do to achieve your goalsLIFE – Lead Innovate Fight Energize.Key Takeaways:People who set goals, write them down, and go for them are more likely to achieve their goalsWhen you don’t think about the right things, then you will also attract the wrong thingsThe growth mindset is really important when achieving your goalsYOU are the only one responsible and capable of achieving YOUR goals&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Those who set big goals and go for it are more than likely going to achieve that goal versus somebody who sets no goals or somebody who thinks about goals but does nothing about it.” – Denis Gianoutsos“When we focus on something, and we start to think about it, and when we start to pray on it, start to bring it to life, start to do things on with it. It will start to become real.” – Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about having the right people around you. Ever heard of the saying, “we become the people we surround ourselves with,” this means that choosing the right people to spend your time with is a factor in becoming the person you want to become. When you want to become successful, surround yourself with the right people who have the same mindset as you, people who have the drive and motivation to really double down on reaching their goals, and people who support each other.&nbsp;On this episode:Do you have the right people around you?Denis talks about Courage, Clarity, and CommitmentDenis shares his insights on outgrowing your circle of influenceBuilding great networks and connectionsWhat value can you add to your new networks?Key Takeaways:Surrounding yourself with the right people will help you reach levels you have never even thought of beforeHave the courage to outgrow your current circle of influence if they’re not good for youWhat you can do to help you in outgrowing your circle of influence and build your network&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Make sure you got great networks or connections around you.” – Denis Gianoutsos“If you can network with the right people, ask them the right questions, then you will actually develop a group around your circle of influence that will have your back and help you go to new levels.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why you should always treat others the way you would like to be treated. Just like the saying “what goes around comes around” or “you reap what you sow,” when you treat people poorly, in return, they will also treat you the same. While if you treat them with respect, kindness, and good intentions, they will return the same gestures. But always remember this, give without the expectation of receiving something in return.&nbsp;On this episode:How has your first week of 2021 been?Denis talks about a quote by Zig ZiglarWhy you should treat people the way you would like to be treatedLeadership, character, and servanthoodAs a leader, how do you treat your team?Key Takeaways:What you say and how you say it is very powerfulAlways think of others. It’s not always about youWhen you treat people brilliantly, they will treat you the same in return&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“The way you see people is the way you treat them.” – Zig Ziglar“The people that you take for granted today could be the people you need tomorrow.” – Denis Gianoutsos“Leadership that’s world-class is somebody or some people who will actually treat others the way that they want to be treated.” – Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about not letting your fears stop you from achieving greatness. Many of us dream and goal to become great in our own ways, but most don’t know what to do or how to start our journey. Along that journey comes uncertainties and ambiguities, and with these present, it creates fear within our minds that then turns into limiting beliefs, and once you have those thoughts, it becomes hard to take the first step into moving towards our goals. So, the question now is how do we conquer our fears and achieve greatness?On this episode:Denis shares his insights on why there are people that achieve their goals and people that don’tThe could’ve, would’ve, should’veDenis talks about impostor syndromeDenis’ 6 Step Process to Achieving GreatnessKey Takeaways:The difference between people who succeed and those who don’tDon’t let fear or what others say stop you from achieving greatnessWhen the student is ready, the teacher will arrive&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“If you want to go and do something and there’s something in your life that you want to go ahead and do it. Then go do it.” – Denis Gianoutsos“Don’t let fear or others stop you from achieving greatness.” – Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why you have to be ready to go and move towards your goals. When setting goals, it doesn’t need to be huge because sometimes in life, the smallest things make the biggest difference. Always remember that it’s not just about goal setting; it’s also about goal achieving.On this episode:Do you know where you want to go, or do you have a plan?Denis encourages you to watch episodes 87, 88, and 89Now that you have set your goals, ask yourself these questions:Do you have the right goals?Is there a goal that is missing?Denis talks about what you can do to make quick wins and help you achieve your goals.Key Takeaways:Having huge, massive goals can backfireCelebrate your quick/small winsGet underway and move the needle on your goalsHire a coach that will help you in pushing you to achieve your goals&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Make sure that you do know where you’re going and that you are ready to go.” – Denis Gianoutsos“You want to make sure that you’ve got rapport with people. That person who’s gonna be your coach, do you have rapport with that person? Can they actually help you?” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources Mentioned:Leadership is Changing Episode 87Leadership is Changing Episode 88Leadership is Changing Episode 89Get in touch with Denis:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about his thoughts on New Year’s Resolutions. Happy New Year to you, and welcome to 2021. And with this new year comes our New Year’s Resolutions, but have you said goodbye to them yet?&nbsp;&nbsp;On this episode:Why you should bid farewell to your new year’s resolutionsReasons why people fail with their resolutionsDenis talks about setting your goalsDenis shares his goals for this yearWhat feeling should you have when facing your goalsKey Takeaways:New year’s resolutions don’t work for everybodySet realistic goals with a timeframeDon’t confuse goals with actionDon’t fall into the trap of going back to the everyday rat race&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“People who think of goals write them down and put a timeframe around them.” – Denis Gianoutsos“Goal setting is one thing, but what’s really key is goal achieving.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about the secrets behind how high performers have a massive year. With the year coming to its end, we have high hopes for the next one. Creating new year’s resolutions and setting our goals for the year, but some aren’t quite sure how to stick to our plan and make the upcoming year an awesome one. So, how do we go about possibly making this year our best one yet?&nbsp;On this episode:Denis talks about how you can make this year an awesome one.The 3 Things that make Denis' year awesome:Have a massive ‘WHY?’Set goals to help that ‘why’ come to lifeHire a coach to help guide youDenis promotes his coaching program.Everything is up to you if you want to have a massive year.Key takeaways:The importance of your ‘why.’Take the time out to set your goals for the year aheadHow to choose the right coach for you&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Goal setting is one thing, but goal achieving is the key.” – Denis Gianoutsos“Start thinking about who is the right coach for you? Choose someone that you rapport, someone that you respect, someone who’s gonna challenge you, someone who’s gonna take you to new levels.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about how to set up your year for success. With the year ending and all that’s happened because of the pandemic, many of us are wary of what’s ahead and waiting for us for the upcoming year. Eager to start fresh but mindful of the uncertainty that awaits us, how do we set ourselves for success in the next year? Tune in and listen up as Denis guides us through the whole process.On this episode:3 simple but powerful questionsWhat went well?What could you have done better?What would you now do differently going forward?Preparing and putting the foundation of the year aheadDenis talks about personal developmentWhat are you going to do to help yourself move forward?Denis wishes for all of us to have a wonderful year ahead.Key Takeaways:Have a break. It’s time to relax and recharge.Reflect and learn from this year, then set goals for the next year.Pursue personal development (read books, take online courses, other resources)Think of things you can do to help move yourself forward.&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“It’s what you do with the time that’s really important.” – Denis Gianoutsos“It’s a great thing for you to be somebody who knows where they’re going, somebody who is striving for something, and somebody who has a strong goal.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

&nbsp;In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about the right time to move to a different path. With all that’s happening in the world, many people are struggling. Transitioning to working at home, people losing their jobs, businesses closing, and many more. With people struggling, facing roadblocks, and having setbacks, how are we supposed to move and get through all these? One thing is for sure when things aren’t working as planned, and you’re not getting the results you expect, maybe it’s time to shake things up a bit, or in Denis’ words, “shift when the wind moves out of your sails.”On this episode:Denis talks about the two things that are always in your control. Your ATTITUDE and where you are GOING NEXTDenis shares a scenario from a race in America’s CupDenis gives an analogy between going to a doctor and your businessAdapting to the changes and setting up a new game planKey Takeaways:When things aren’t working out well, it’s time to adapt to the changes or take a different course of actionStart thinking about how you can set yourself up for successMonitor the vital signs of your business and think about how you can move the needle on them&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Where are you today in business? Do you have the right organization placed? Do you have the right leadership placed?” – Denis Gianoutsos“If you have a game plan and you have your vital signs, you can look at these things, and you can move to where you want to go to.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why you should open your arms and embrace change. Many people don’t change that quickly or are afraid of change. Afraid of the unknown or what might happen when things have changed. Why should we embrace change? Why would we change what’s already working? What’s in it for us? For you? Tune in, and together let’s unpack Denis’ lessons on why we should start embracing change.On this episode:Denis talks about the dangers of “we’ve always done it this way.”The possibilities in embracing changeDenis weighs in on why you should trust the process.Look forward with positivity and confidence.Key Takeaways:Change can help you become more equipped to handle ambiguityChange is a learning opportunityChange can bring an increase in productivityChange brings new opportunitiesChange helps build your confidenceChange can motivate youChange is a catalyst for success&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“If you’re not changing, you’re not moving forward.” – Denis Gianoutsos“If you can build your confidence by learning to adjust to or handle the unfamiliar and unknown. You’re going to be able to handle ambiguity. You’re going to be able to be in a different position than everyone else, and it’s gonna help you a lot.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about the positive results of hiring a coach. If you didn’t know yet, many successful people had undergone mentorships or hired a coach. But your question would probably be, “Do I need one? Is it a prerequisite to becoming successful?” If you are hesitant to hire a coach, then this episode might just be the one for you!On this episode:Denis talks about the difference between mentoring and coachingWhy people are afraid to speak up or offer their ideas and thoughtsThe Sandwich MethodThe power of positive reinforcementCreating a positive environment that’s safe for your organizationThe values a coach can bring to your life or your organizationKey Takeaways:Small changes can make a differenceCelebrate success and milestonesPositive reinforcement helps your employees create better resultsA coach can help bring a positive environment where honest communication is appreciatedIf you are serious about moving forward, consider hiring a coach&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“If you keep it simple, positive changes can be accomplished by making some small adjustments to operating procedures.” – Denis Gianoutsos“Rather than point out something that an employee does wrong in front of everyone, it’s more effective to discuss a problem in private.” – Denis Gianoutsos“You see, you can’t be everything to everybody, but what you can do is be smart and provide an environment for people to thrive, for people to come up with ideas, for people to move forward as well.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about how you can succeed in this disruptive world we live in. We’ve faced a lot of ambiguities, uncertainties, and unfamiliar territories this year that other generations haven’t experienced. So, how should we keep moving forward and prepare ourselves to succeed in this disruptive world?&nbsp;On this episode:One thing is constant, and it is Change.Authentic transparency. People today want their leaders to be authentic and transparent.Flexibility and adaptability. Be flexible at all times, and adapt to the changes happening.Understanding your business disruptionLessons from ambiguityExecution, do what you can today.Key Takeaways:There are things that are out of your control. So, focus on things you can control.Key areas you should focus on to help you succeed in a disruptive world.Be authentic, transparent, flexible, constantly learn throughout your journey, and do whatever you can today, even if it’s not perfect.&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“People want to be heard, and the leaders need to be there to listen to them.” – Denis Gianoutsos“Keep asking yourself the hard questions to make sure that you, your leadership team, and your business is on track at all times.” – Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about the popular phrase “when life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” with a twist of his own. Turning it into, “life gives you lemons, it's time to get tough.” What does he mean by this? Tune in and together let’s find out!On this episode:People face hardships all the time&nbsp;Things that are always in your control. Your ATTITUDE and where you’re going NEXT.How your view in things shape the results you get out of themWhat do we do when life gives us lemons?Hear Denis talk about why you don’t have to be perfect and resilient all the timePromoting personal wellnessKey Takeaways:It takes time to become resilient, but when you become one, you’re gonna be able to handle the things that are thrown at you.Our thoughts affect our emotions and our emotions affect our actionsGet out more and take care of your personal well-beingGrab the lemons and do something positive with itTweetable Quotes:“We need leaders in this world to lead change. We need leaders, when they’re faced with lemons, to get tough, step up, and move forward.” - Denis Gianoutsos“Always learn from what you do.” - Denis Gianoutsos“Stay safe and look after yourself.” - Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why you should quit complaining about things and actually do something about it. This year has been really difficult for a lot of people around the world. The thing here is, you know people will complain about all sorts of things in the world, but they’ll never do anything about it. So, what do we do to push ourselves to move and do something?On this episode:Focus on the things you can control—your Attitude and where you’re going Next.Why do they ask you to put your mask first in case of an emergency during a flight before helping somebody else?Changing our thought patterns and our wordsI would’ve. I could’ve. I should’veGet some clarity about what you want to do.Make a decision, a commitment to do something about things.Execute your decisions. Take massive action.Key Takeaways:Quit complaining and blaming others and actually do something about it.Step back, plan, pull a road map together, make a decision, execute, and reflect.If things are out of your control, they are out of your control. You can’t do anything about it. Stick to what you can control.Take care of yourself first before you take care of somebody else.Change your thoughts and words towards being more optimistic and your mindset to the growth mindset.&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Doing something about it is not just about also coming along and taking over or things like that. It might be actually providing some solutions, some thoughts, some thought leadership.” – Denis Gianoutsos“It’s really important that you do the reflection as well on what you have actually committed to doing and so forth.” – Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why you never lead alone. When you walk down a path, look back, and see no one behind you, you aren’t leading anyone; you’re just taking a hike. Leading is a team effort. You might be the one ahead, but the people behind you are there to support you and help you become the best leader you can be, and your role is to lead them and reach your goals.On this episode:Let’s talk about the word “TEAM.”Are we in the right business today?Do we have the right structure or organization to support that business moving forward?Do we have the right leaders in leadership roles?TEAM – Together Energy Achievers MotivatingKey Takeaways:Have the right level of energy at any timeTake the time to celebrate the wins, milestones, and achievementsStart today to set yourself up beautifully for the next yearAs leaders, we are there to inspire our team and motivate themTogether, you can go a long way&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:&nbsp;“Having the right people on your team means that team is gonna work beautifully together.” – Denis Gianoutsos“You want others to learn from you.” – Denis Gianoutsos“What motivates me may be totally different to what motivates someone else in the team. And if you know what you can tap into to help motivate those individuals, then they’re gonna go the extra mile for the team, the organization, and so forth.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

Greg is the founder and host of the Art of Communication Podcast, where he helps entrepreneurs and leaders transform their businesses and lives by enhancing their fundamental communication skills.He is also the founder and CEO of the Authentic Connection Academy, where he helps business leaders massively increase their influence by being genuine to who they truly are.&nbsp;Greg has worked with hundreds of entrepreneurs, helping them to become better leaders, increase sales, and raise funding. He has helped his clients raise over $20 Million in early-stage funding.&nbsp;He also has a history of blowing away sales goals managing multi-million dollar relationships with fortune 500 executives across a variety of industries.&nbsp;On this episode:Hear Greg’s journey to discovering his interests in the fundamentals of communication and how to become better at communicating with othersGreg talks about how he got into leadership roles and how he improved himself to become a better leaderHow the expectations of people from leaders have changedDiving into the virtual scene and adapting to the shifts in the worldCreating a safe environment in the workspaceKey Takeaways:Constant practice makes you better at doing thingsBeing authentic and genuine helps create better connections between peopleIt’s okay to be wrong and have bad ideasLeaders should develop emotional sensitivity and awareness&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“Taking little pieces and doing them over and over again to get better at it.” – Greg Rice“The more you can connect with people as people, understand them, and the more you can be yourself, the more you can be authentic and genuine. The better connection you can have with folks and the more effective you can be.” – Greg Rice&nbsp;&nbsp;Grab Greg’s free 6-week Body Language Mastery Course at https://bodylanguagemastery.gregjrice.com. Check out his podcast, The Art of Communication at https://gregjrice.com/ and you can also book a chat with him there.Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

In this episode of Ask Denis, hear Denis talk about why consistency is key to your success. Consistent 100% effort equals consistent great results. You may face some setbacks along the journey, but always remember to be consistent with giving it your all and consistently do the right things.On this episode:Are you doing things consistently?Focus and discipline helps you do things consistentlyThe correlation between delayed gratification and consistencyConsistently adding valueConsistent routinesKey Takeaways:Do whatever is right – stay disciplined and consistent.Consistently communicate with a consistent message with your team, audience, and consistently add valueStay consistent with whatever you do or planning to doTweetable Quotes:“Do whatever’s right for you, for your team, your organization, and your audience.” – Denis Gianoutsos“If our messaging or the way that we lead or the way that we do things – If it is not consistent, then people get confused.” – Denis Gianoutsos“Consistency is key to your success.” – Denis GianoutsosResources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/&nbsp;

Nader is a Multi-disciplinary Founder and Product Owner with a successful track record in turning very raw ideas into cash flow positive business models with sustainable business ethos.&nbsp;Nader's work has been featured on Channel E!, BBC Future, Vogue Italy, and Forbes.&nbsp;His focus is on the tri-fusion between technology &amp; innovation, with brand and marketing, and social impact to provide a customer experience that builds on the love and trust of a product and service, not the size of the business or brand.On this episode:Nader talks about his background and how his family influenced him to be an entrepreneurRising up from a dark, unhappy placeNader talks about the project he started called CoWork the WorldNader shares his experiences transitioning from the corporate world into the entrepreneurial sceneThe 3 most influential leaders in Nader's life.Hear what Nader would change in how people run their businessesListen to how Nader believes leadership will change in the following yearsKey Takeaways:Lead with compassion and kindness rather than focusing on profitsCelebrate successes and milestonesLeaders must earn their employees' respect.Your character matters, and how you come across as a leader is important.It's not just all about the leader. It's also about what the employees are saying.&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:"Leading with compassion and kindness rather than dollars and cents." – Nader Luthera"You need to win and earn [your employees] respect. You can't just expect to come in and be, hey I'm the leader here." – Nader Luthera&nbsp;Follow Nader on the following platforms:LinkedIn:&nbsp; https://www.linkedin.com/in/naderluthera/KYLE Care Project: https://www.kyle.care/Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/&nbsp;

Allan's a senior executive with a broad range of experience across a range of industries. After a highly successful corporate career, Allan started a sustainability consultancy early in 2019. His passion in life is to help people and businesses succeed. He combines his skills in leadership, strategy, communication, and business acumen with his endless energy to help others make their businesses more sustainable. That means growing and protecting economic prosperity, engaging, rewarding, and developing people, and reducing waste to lower our environmental impact.In this episode, we talk about:Allan talks about how he became a leader, organically. From starting at a sales job during his 20’s and slowly developing his leadership skills as years go byDenis asks Allan who his favorite leader is and how that leader impacted his life.The importance of storytelling and communication.Allan talks about how the essence of being a leader hasn’t changed that muchAllan shares his passion and advocacy to push sustainability and taking care of our planet.Hear how Allan believes leadership will adapt and change over the next five years.Key Takeaways:Be persuasive in the story you are tellingLeaders need to be able to make tough calls and really care for their peopleWe have to take care of our planetFor your business to survive, you have to have sustainability and adaptability&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“It’s the storytellers that have the people standing around listening to them.” – Allan Birch“I think maybe people are less thinking about a long-term career and more thinking about how to build a connection with an organization where I can go and make a difference or where I can contribute.” – Allan Birch&nbsp;Follow Allan on LinkedIn or visit their website http://www.siempre.co.nz/Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/&nbsp;

In this episode of Ask Denis, Denis talks about how to learn from your mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes along their journey; the question is, “what do we do with those mistakes?” Do we just forget about it and stop right there or do we move forward from there and learn from it?In this episode, I talk about the following:People make mistakes all the timeHow to learn from your mistakesI share a story of a woman who made a mistake that cost their company $3-millionThree questions to ask yourself every time you make a mistakeShare your learning experiences with othersKey Takeaways:Mistakes are made for us to learnNone of us are in the positions we are in today without making mistakesHave the courage and be bold to make decisionsAcknowledge the fact that you made a mistake&nbsp;Tweetable Quotes:“It doesn’t matter what level you are in a business; we all can learn from mistakes.” – Denis Gianoutsos“I would rather learn from something that doesn’t go too well than something that’s gone perfect.” – Denis Gianoutsos&nbsp;Resources:Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/&nbsp;Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/&nbsp;