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#182: Leadership Lessons from Pop Culture from 2022-02-22T10:06

Leadership lessons are everywhere if you're looking for them—including on your TV screen. Movies and shows that explore the joys and griefs of being human reveal the impact of our behavior on re...

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#181: Michael Hyatt&Company Has a New Name! from 2022-02-15T12:30

As your company grows, it can be hard to streamline your product offerings and make what you do simpler to understand. But customers and clients need to be able to immediately understand who you...

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#180: Four Questions to Transform Your Leadership from 2022-02-08T10:06

As a leader, you don't have to have all the answers. In fact, having answers is less important than asking good questions. Insightful questions can inspire thoughtful conversations that propel y...

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#179: 3 Reasons You Can’t Stop Working (And How to Fix It) from 2022-02-01T10:06

Some of us are immensely compelled to work. It seems that we just can’t stop. Most of us don’t see it as a problem. We live in a society that congratulates and celebrates those with a strong wor...

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#178: From the Great Resignation to the Great Renovation from 2022-01-18T13:45

You need people to get work done. But more and more people are walking away from work for a variety of reasons. So finding and retaining talent has become a formidable challenge, which therefore...

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#177: Five Items to Pack for a Successful 2022 from 2022-01-11T10:00

As a leader, you’re committed to making 2022 the best it can be. Yet uncertainty continues to hamper planning and execution. It’s hard to know how to prepare yourself and your business for the m...

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#176: Michael's Lessons From a Failed Sabbatical from 2022-01-04T10:00

You’re in a period of transition. Things are changing. You’re trying new things but haven’t yet found clarity. You’re struggling to figure out how to make your greatest contribution. How do you ...

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Your 2022 Jump Start: Set Yourself Up for Success in the New Year - Part 3 from 2021-12-17T10:06

The benefits of achieving goals aren't limited to the results we accomplish. Pursuing hard things shapes who we become. The confidence we build better equips us for the road ahead. We risk more ...

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Your 2022 Jump Start: Set Yourself Up for Success in the New Year - Part 2 from 2021-12-15T10:06

You can't always believe what you think. Too often, the stories we tell ourselves hold us back. These "limiting beliefs" go undetected because they seem like reality—and as these stories shape o...

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Your 2022 Jump Start: Set Yourself Up for Success in the New Year - Part 1 from 2021-12-14T10:06

Before we can look toward the new year, we have to confront the losses that lie behind us. We start by lamenting. As we do, our grief brings with it unexpected gifts—self-compassion, lessons lea...

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Limited Access: Be a Fly on the Wall for Michael’s Latest Training from 2021-12-09T22:44:18

Today, we share a segment from Michael's latest live training, Become Your Best In 2022: Seven Steps to the Life You Want. In this course, Michael covers what it takes to accomplish rem...

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Bonus: Join the Inaugural Class of Full Focus Planner Certified Pros from 2021-11-23T10:06

You’ve incorporated the Full Focus Planner into your day-to-day life and have transformed your productivity. But you want to go even deeper. You want to maximize the Planner to the fullest and b...

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#83: Next-Level Strategies for Weekly Planning from 2021-11-09T10:06

Leaders like to plan their work and work their plan. The problem is that real-life gets in the way. Interruptions, distractions, and unforeseen problems can make a trainwreck of your week even b...

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#175: Four Obstacles to Clear Between Now and December from 2021-09-28T11:00

You’re approaching the final quarter of the year. It’s the home stretch. You still have big goals to achieve, but some unexpected obstacles have popped up and your team is feeling fatigued. You ...

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#174: Four Essentials to a Strategic Plan That Works from 2021-09-21T09:06

You know you need to make a plan for the company’s next year, but you feel a familiar sense of dread. Every year, it results in a giant, convoluted binder that is inevitably pushed to the back o...

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#075: How to Delegate Even If You Don’t Have a Team [Encore] from 2021-08-24T09:06

Feeling overwhelmed? Wow, do we know what that’s like! When you’re caught in that whirlwind of tasks, it feels like you’re downrange at Top Golf! You’re pelted with a new to-do item every few se...

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#173:Making It Work While Working With Family from 2021-08-17T09:06

You have an opportunity to go into business with your family. You’re excited, but you’re also concerned. Will it be weird? Will there by power struggles? How will...

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#172: How to Create a Culture of Big Ideas from 2021-08-10T09:06

You’ve made it to the leadership role you’re in by being an idea person, but you have new responsibilities and can’t be the only one doing that now. You need to s...

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#171: The Opportunity Behind Our Sabbatical Not Going to Plan from 2021-08-03T09:06

You are meticulous about preparation. You make all the lists and plan all the details, but sometimes things happen that are outside of your control. It’s disorien...

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#170: Why Your Story Should Shape the Way You Lead from 2021-07-27T15:52:48

You are leading a team aimed at achieving lofty goals. You want to help them be stronger and healthier together, so you can reach those goals. You’ve heard that f...

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#169: How to Integrate Encouragement into Your Leadership from 2021-07-20T09:06

You work with a great team. You’re all running hard toward your goals, but lately people seem to be flagging. As a leader, you want to step up to reinvigorate the...

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#001: 4 Practices to Become a Self-Aware Leader | Looking Back from 2021-07-13T09:06

What trumps education, skills, charisma, and even talent? The surprising answer: self-awareness. A study from Cornell found self-awareness to be the “strongest predictor of overall success” amon...

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#087: How to Hire a World-Class Assistant | LTW Favorite from 2021-07-06T09:06

“Sure, I’d love to have an executive assistant. But I can’t afford one!” You’ve probably said that before. Or maybe you don’t know where to find one. Or you’ve had a bad experience with an assis...

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#101: 3 Essentials for Executive Moms | LTW Favorite from 2021-06-29T15:54:50

As a leader, you thrive on the challenges of running your business. But if you also happen to be a wife and a mom, you feel pulled in another direction. It seems that whenever you’re at work, yo...

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#103: 4 Strategic Benefits of Having a Vision | LTW Favorite from 2021-06-22T09:06

As a leader, you know you’re responsible for the vision of your company. And you have one—sort of. It exists in the back of your head, but it’s really hard to get it down on paper. There never s...

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#090: Productivity by Enneagram Type (Part 2) | LTW Favorite from 2021-06-15T09:06

Michael continues his conversation with Ian Cron, author of The Road Back to You and an expert on the Enneagram. Ian shares valuable insights on the essential characteristics of each ty...

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#089: Productivity by Enneagram Type (Part 1) | LTW Favorite from 2021-06-08T09:06

Leaders all want to achieve. But sometimes it feels like you’re your own worst enemy. Either you’re too perfectionistic, or too much of a people pleaser, or so mu...

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#168: The Business Case for Sabbaticals from 2021-06-01T09:06

You’re running on empty without much gas left in the tank. You can see your performance slipping and your creativity dwindling. But how can you take time off when...

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#167: Life and Business After Succession from 2021-05-25T09:06

The horror stories of succession are many. Micro-management. Complete abandonment. Disorganized handoffs. Undermined authority. Even downright sabotage. It’s the ...

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#166: Why You Need to Spend Your Days on Paper from 2021-05-18T09:06

Feeling like a slave to your calendar is exhausting. Running from one activity to the next and working long hours is a recipe for burnout—which undermines your we...

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#165 : Our Double Win Non-Negotiables from 2021-05-11T09:06

You have so many tasks on your list every day. You swing between saying yes to everything and getting overwhelmed and then saying no to everything and becoming le...

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#164 : The 6 Biggest Lessons From the Past 10 Years from 2021-05-04T12:47:40

You’re building your business but feel lost in the thick of things. You know it’s valuable to pause and think big picture, but you’re not sure how or where to beg...

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#163 : The Power of Identifying Your Nonnegotiables from 2021-04-27T09:06

You’re a high achiever who can’t seem to find enough hours in the day. You don’t want to sacrifice your personal life in the pursuit of career success, but you al...

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#162: Using the Double Win to Beat Back Work That’s Out of Control from 2021-04-20T12:48:14

Work is out of control. You’re always busy and always on, even when you’re at home with your family. But it feels like something you can’t help. Or maybe even som...

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EXCLUSIVE: Sneak Peek of New Book, Win at Work and Succeed at Life from 2021-04-15T09:06

Today's episode is an exclusive look at the first chapter of Megan and Michael's new book, Win at Work & Succeed at Life. It comes out on April 20, but you can preorder the book now at ...

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#161: Blending an Ambitious Career with a Meaningful Life from 2021-04-13T09:06

You’ve heard over and over that the key to success is to work harder and longer than everyone else—but you do so at the expense of your health and your loved ones...

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#160: Celebrate Eagerly To Boost Your Company’s Success from 2021-04-06T08:06

Your company is producing strong results, but your team seems weary. The success of yesterday unintentionally gets lost in the grind of today. How do you rejuvena...

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#159: 3 Moves that Defied an Economic Downturn from 2021-03-30T08:06

Sometimes it feels like the cards are stacked against you. The unforeseen obstacles standing between you and your goal seem insurmountable. You don’t want to give...

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#158: “I’ve made it! Now what?” from 2021-03-23T08:06

You’ve earned  the promotion and the respect of your peers. To the people around you, you’ve “made it.” But lately, you feel like you’re coasting, or maybe idling in place. And you have a naggin...

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#157: The Trait That Destroys Any Team—And Its Antidote from 2021-03-16T08:06

There’s an unhealthy attitude forming on your team. Requests are consistently met with grumbling—even an occasional outright, Listen

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#156: Why Your Future Self is Key to Goal Achievement from 2021-03-09T09:06

You started out the new year excited about your goals, but now you find yourself lagging. You’re tired and your motivation is waning. You’re starting to wonder, How do I keep going? The answer? ...

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#155: The Non-Negotiable Requirement for Growth from 2021-03-02T09:06

Leadership is an exercise in vulnerability. The idea that leaders enter every situation full of confidence and assurance isn’t just false. It’s harmful. In realit...

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#154: How to Handle Dissent and Disagreement in Your Organization from 2021-02-23T09:06

Dissent isn’t comfortable, no matter which end you’re on. But it’s essential. Companies that don’t welcome dissent are in danger of falling headlong into damaging...

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#153: Resetting After a Busy Season from 2021-02-16T09:06

Sometimes, life happens. You step into a new role. You become the parent of a newborn. Your business is turned upside down by an unforeseen emergency. Before long...

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#152: Beyond Diversity: How Leaders Can Build More Equitable Organizations from 2021-02-09T09:06

One of 2020’s greatest gifts was renewed attention to racial disparities. Whether 2020 was the first time you thought about racial injustice or a reminder of a re...

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#151: How to Take Care of Your Team Right Now from 2021-01-05T09:06

2021 has arrived—and we’re still navigating the prolonged effects of the pandemic. You’ve probably seen the impact on your team. But their productivity feels more...

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#150: You Need a Goal, Not A Resolution from 2020-12-29T09:06

2020 is coming to an end. Before us is a year full of possibility and opportunity, and we have agency to influence what happens. But if you want 2021 to be your b...

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#149: Setting Goals for A Well-Rounded Future from 2020-12-22T09:06

It’s the time of year we look around and remember what matters most—and look ahead and decide where we want to go next. That means it’s time to talk about goals.<...

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#148: How to Take Small Steps to Accomplish Big Goals from 2020-12-15T09:06

When the tasks before us are too big, we tend to procrastinate until we give up or hustle until we burn out. Either way, it’s discouraging. It can be tempting to ...

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#147: Action Steps for a More Purposeful Life from 2020-12-08T09:06

When we’re living with purpose, we experience greater meaning. But how can we discover our purpose? It’s a flawed question. Because purpose isn’t discovered. It’s...

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Bonus: Why Platforms Matter Now More Than Ever from 2020-12-03T09:06

If you have a message, you need a platform. We'll cover why—and how to get started. Joining Michael & Megan is Pete Vargas, the CEO of Advance Your Reach and the new owner of Platform University...

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#146: Don’t Sabotage Your Company With This Oversight from 2020-12-01T15:07:56

If you want your company the grow, the solution probably isn’t a better strategy. Your leadership is the cap of your company. If you’re not growing, your company ...

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#145: Grateful: A Look Back at Our Story from 2020-11-24T09:06

The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year—but inevitably, the season feels chaotic. It seems impossible to really be present when so much is happening. And being spread...

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#144: Your Habits Should Change with Seasons from 2020-11-17T09:06

Your habits exist to work for you. But sometimes, it doesn’t seem that way. Changes in your family or job can make once-helpful habits impossible. You don’t have ...

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#143: The Keys to Creating Habits that Last from 2020-11-10T09:06

The ability to establish habits is a powerful skill—but too many people give up only a few weeks in. It’s bound to happen when you fail to harness one of your mos...

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#142: 3 Reasons Why Your Habits Matter from 2020-11-03T09:06

Whether you notice them or not, you have habits. Some—like sleeping through your alarm or cutting it close on your deadlines—undermine your success. Others chart ...

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Bonus: The 6 Types of Working Genius from 2020-10-29T08:06

Have you ever wondered why some kinds of work excite you, while others drive you crazy? Why the magic always happens when you get one specific group of people toget...

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#141: Why Every Leader Needs a Hobby from 2020-10-27T08:06

You love your work. But when you concentrate your attention and energy solely in your work, you actually undermine your success. You narrow your perspective. You become more prone to burnout. An...

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#140: Four Mindsets to Drive Your Success from 2020-10-20T08:06

The ability to navigate the business world with nimbleness and grit can be the difference between devastating loss and wild success. Entrepreneurs have cracked th...

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BONUS: The Mindset Advantage with Amy Porterfield from 2020-10-15T08:06

In this bonus episode, Michael talks with Amy Porterfield about the advantages of having an entrepreneurial mindset. This conversation is just one of a series of conv...

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#139: Why Entrepreneurs Matter Now More Than Ever from 2020-10-13T08:06

The initial shock has faded and the dust has begun to settle. As you look at your business and the economy, you find yourself wondering how to move forward. How can we rebuild? And what’s your p...

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#138: How Life Works: An Empowering Model from 2020-10-06T08:06

You’re not satisfied with the results you’re seeing. You’ve tried fine-tuning strategies and revisiting your decisions. You know you’re not just a victim of your circumstances. But what are you ...

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#137: Unleash the Power of Constraints from 2020-09-29T08:06

You never could have expected it. The diagnosis, the accident, the pandemic, the family crisis, the job loss. You knew where you wanted to go and how to get there...

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#136: There's No Success without Succession from 2020-09-22T08:06

You want the freedom to move on from the position you hold at your company right now. But you’d be leaving a big gap that needs to be filled sooner than later. You know someone could thrive in y...

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Encore: Leadership and the Law of Replication from 2020-09-15T08:06

We all want to build a strong culture in our organizations, but leaders often exclude themselves from the expectations they set for others. By mastering the Law of Replication, you’ll avoi...

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Encore: The Character Advantage from 2020-09-08T08:06

All leaders want to be successful, but sometimes we face situations that pit our desire for results against our values. In this episode, we’ll help you recognize that temptation and equip ...

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#133: How to Elevate Your Public Speaking with Pat Quinn from 2020-09-01T08:06

As a leader, your words matter and you want to make them count. But speaking in public is a challenge. Even an informal presentation to the team can make you a little nervy. Speaking before the ...

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#132: How to Rejuvenate with a Staycation from 2020-08-25T08:06

Many leaders are running on fumes right now. We’ve been dealing with the pandemic for months. For many businesses, the climate is still uncertain. Time off seems impossible, and a lot of leaders...

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#131: How to Create More Just and Equitable Workplaces (Part 2) from 2020-08-18T08:06

As a business leader, you want to create a strong team that is highly engaged and functions well. Yet in our increasingly diverse society, that’s not always easy ...

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#130: How to Create More Just and Equitable Workplaces (Part 1) from 2020-08-11T14:28:53

As a business leader, you want to create a strong team that is highly engaged and functions well. Yet in our increasingly diverse society, that’s not always easy to do. Recent events have reveal...

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#129: How to Create a Collaborative Team Culture from 2020-08-04T08:06

You try to get the best out of your players, but sometimes it’s hard to tell if they’re on the same team. Morale is low. Team members seem gossipy and disengaged. Nobody’s willing to collaborate...

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#079: 3 Habits of Wise Leaders (Encore) from 2020-07-28T08:06

Good leaders want to do the right thing. But sometimes we can be our own worst enemy. Have you ever made a really dumb choice that cost you a relationship or an o...

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The Top Lead to Win Highlights from 2020-07-21T08:06

We know you love Lead to Win. We also know that life is busy, and you don’t...

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Focus on This Spotlight: Two Rituals to Start and End Your Days”  from 2020-07-14T08:06

As a high achiever, you have the ability to laser focus and put out huge productivity. But it can seem like your life has no boundaries. Good habits slip away and...

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#125: How to Adjust to the New Normal from 2020-06-30T08:06

You’ve been biding your time until things get back to normal. But this year has brought us one crisis after another, and there seems to be no end in sight. It’s frustrating—and a little scary—to...

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#124: The One Trait You Need to Lead Through Crisis from 2020-06-23T08:06

When you’re leading through a crisis, it can feel like you’re making it up as you go along. You’re reacting to a new set of circumstances almost every day, and yo...

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#123: The Leadership Superpower of the Post-Pandemic World from 2020-06-16T08:06

As a leader, you’re used to being on top of your game. But this crisis has been more draining than any of us expected. As the weeks become months, you become more...

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#122: 4 Things I Wish I’d Known Before the Pandemic from 2020-06-09T08:06

You’re an experienced leader, but the current crisis has left us all a bit shaken. Some industries that seemed unassailable just weeks ago are gasping for air. Wh...

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#121: What Does This Moment Require of Me as a Leader? from 2020-06-03T08:06

Every so often, a moment presents itself that demands something out of the ordinary from us as leaders. These singular moments define much more than our businesses or organizations. They define ...

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BONUS: Communication Breakdown Q&A from 2020-05-28T08:06

Today's episode is from a Facebook Live that Michael and Megan did on the topic of communication breakdowns. They took questions from viewers and we've collected some of the best questions and a...

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#120: How to Get Out of Email Jail from 2020-05-26T08:06

As a leader, you pride yourself on being proactive and in control. But one area feels like a perpetual Dumpster fire—email! It’s all communications, really. Slack messages, texts, voicemail, it’...

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#119: 3 Communication Fails You Need to Avoid from 2020-05-19T08:06

You’ve got a big vision for your business and you’re building a team to get you there. But where two or three people are gathered, there’s bound to be some misunderstanding. No matter how hard y...

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BONUS: How to Teach Your Kids Goal-Setting & Productivity Skills from 2020-05-14T08:06

Work from home? No problem! As a high achiever, you’ll thrive in any environment. But for those who happen to be parents, there’s another layer. Now you’re not just managing your productivity. Y...

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#118: How to Communicate Sensitive Information from 2020-05-12T08:06

As a leader, you’re committed to transparency in running your business. But that’s not as easy as it sounds. What about introducing a major change or initiative? Or announcing a layoff? How to m...

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#117: How Successful Leaders Overcome Resistance from 2020-05-05T14:14:26

You’re well on the way to achieving your vision, but something unexpected happens. Maybe a cost overrun or a production delay. Vendors are confused. Customers are...

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#116: How a Business Coach Can Help You Now from 2020-04-28T08:06

The global pandemic has upended a lot of business plans. You’ve probably thought about getting some coaching to lead more effectively, but is it the right time to make that decision? Frankly, it...

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#115: 4 Essential Documents for Leading Your Business from 2020-04-21T08:06

As a leader, you know vision is important. But what on earth is it? There are many conflicting voices on the subject. It’s enough to make you forget the whole thing and just focus on operations....

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BONUS: How One Business Owner is Successfully Using Vision Today from 2020-04-16T08:06

As a leader, you’re eager to develop a vision for your business. You’ve got a copy of The Vision-Driven Leader, and you’re ready to dig in. But h...

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#114: How to Make Your Vision a Reality from 2020-04-14T08:06

As a leader, you have a clear vision for the future. But the busyness of life always pulls your attention back to business as usual. You make occasional bursts of...

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#113: 7 Must-Have Tools for Remote Work from 2020-04-07T08:06

You want to stay productive while working at home, but it’s not easy! There are challenges in team communication, collaboration, conferencing, and document sharing. And? You’ve got to set up an ...

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BONUS: How to Be Resilient in Tough Times from 2020-04-02T08:06

As a leader, you are your company’s single greatest asset. While you’re guarding your health against the coronavirus, you must also deal with the stress and respo...

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#112: Why Vision Matters in Crisis from 2020-03-31T08:06

As a leader, you’ve thought a lot about where to take your business in the next year. But major disruptions—like the coronavirus crisis—can upend your vision. It’s a disorienting time, and it’s ...

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BONUS: Why You Should Still Be Charging for Your Products from 2020-03-26T08:06

You’ve probably noticed the trend in the last week of businesses offering products or services for free to help out during the COVID-19 crisis. I applaud the impulse, but there’s a fatal flaw in...

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#111: How to Balance Remote Work and Family Life from 2020-03-24T08:06

The opportunity to work from home sounds great! But the reality of being forced to make that shift on short notice can be stressful. Add to that the school closin...

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BONUS: 3 Actions to Lead Through Today’s Crisis from 2020-03-19T08:06

The COVID-19 crisis has created a lot of uncertainty for business leaders. Nearly every business has been affected, some drastically. Many are dealing with a drop-off in sales, learning to manag...

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#110: 3 Ways to Inspire Your Team from 2020-03-17T08:06

As a leader, you have a vision for the future. It’s clear. It’s practical. And you know it will make a huge impact. There’s just one problem: nobody’s buying it. When you communicate your vision...

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#109: 3 Challenges in Managing Change from 2020-03-10T08:07

Has this ever happened to you? You’re excited about a new project or initiative, and you can’t wait to share it with your team. But when you do, you see nothing b...

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#108: 4 Ways to Make Reading Fun Again from 2020-03-03T09:06

As a leader, you know you should be developing a consistent reading habit, but you struggle to prioritize reading. Here’s the good news—the problem isn’t <...

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#107: How to Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking from 2020-02-25T09:06

In this episode, we’re going to talk about something that’s very important for leadership—public speaking. Many leaders—probably most—are terrified of doing it. Unfortunately, as a leader, you r...

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#106: Michael and Megan Answer Your Questions from 2020-02-18T09:06

Leaders are expected to have the answers. But sometimes they need to get insight from other leaders to stay on top of their game. In this episode, we reached out to our Instagram audience for th...

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#105: How to Defuse Conflict Before It Begins from 2020-02-11T09:06

We don’t know anybody who loves interpersonal conflict. It’s uncomfortable...

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#104: 4 Steps to Generate Clear Vision from 2020-02-04T07:06

As a leader, you know you need a vision for your business. And you want to generate that vision so you can communicate it to your team. There’s just one problem. ...

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#103: 4 Strategic Benefits of Having a Vision from 2020-01-28T09:06

As a leader, you know you’re responsible for the vision of your company. And you have one—sort of. It exists in the back of your head, but it’s really hard to get it down on paper. There never s...

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#102: How to Solve Your Turnover Problem from 2020-01-21T09:06

To lead a growing business, you need a strong team. But finding and keeping talent is a challenge. Sometimes it seems that good people leave faster than you can hire them. You’ve added all the p...

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#101: 3 Essentials for Executive Moms from 2020-01-14T09:06

As a leader, you thrive on the challenges of running your business. But if you also happen to be a wife and a mom, you feel pulled in another direction. It seems that whenever you’re at work, yo...

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A 2020 Special Announcement from 2020-01-09T09:06

As a high achiever, you’re highly focused on goal setting. The Full Focus™ system is the ideal tool to help you accomplish big goals.  

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#100: What’s Missing from Your Goal Achievement Toolbox? from 2020-01-07T09:06

High achievers thrive on goal setting. So you probably get revved up at the start of a new year or quarter. But the busyness of daily life can drain that enthusia...

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#051: How to Fix New Year’s Resolutions (Encore) from 2019-12-31T09:06

All of us, especially leaders, want to make positive change in our lives. But we’ve tried and failed many times. Today, we’ll show you why New Year’s resolutions are a flawed system, and how to ...

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#098: How to Do One-on-One Meetings from 2019-12-24T09:06

Leaders are often great solo achievers. But to be a truly great leader, you need to lead a great team. We’ve noticed that some leaders give too little attention t...

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#097: How to Have Two Successful Careers in One Happy Home from 2019-12-17T09:06

As a leader, you’re probably used to being in charge. So when two executives occupy the same household, it can lead to tension. Spouses don’t take delegation well, especially when they’re also l...

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BONUS EPISODE: Top Tips for Leveraging an Executive Assistant from 2019-12-12T09:06

So you think you think you might need an executive assistant, but you’re not sure where to start? Here’s help! 

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#096: How to Get the Most from Coaching from 2019-12-10T09:06

You know a good coach can help you grow your business. But it’s not as easy as paying the fee. Not all programs deliver what they promise. Maybe you’ve already come away from a coaching experien...

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#095: 3 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Business Coach from 2019-12-03T09:06

You’re a high achiever, and you want it to stay that way. That means you need some coaching. But these days, it seems like everybody with a laptop and a website i...

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#094: Why You Need a Business Coach from 2019-11-26T09:06

You’ve worked hard and achieved a lot. But success brings a new problem: What to do next. That brings a whole new pressure from your team, your customers, and yourself. You may feel like you’ve ...

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#093: 3 Reasons You Can’t Stop Working from 2019-11-19T09:06

Good leaders can handle a lot of responsibility. In fact, they thrive on it. But that can lead to the most under-diagnosed condition in our culture: Listen

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#092: How to Stay Mentally Fit from 2019-11-12T09:06

Leaders love to see progress. But growth brings a whole new set of problems. You may find yourself stuck in reaction mode, feeling more like a fireman than a lead...

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#091: How to Create More Margin in Your Personal Life from 2019-11-05T07:06

Every leader needs a full and balanced life to be fully effective. But when you leave work, it can feel like you’re going to your second job—home. Managing a hous...

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#090: Productivity by Enneagram Type (Part 2) from 2019-10-29T06:06

Michael continues his conversation with Ian Cron, author of The Road Back to You and an expert on the Enneagram. Ian shares valuable insights on the essential characteristics of each ty...

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#089: Productivity by Enneagram Type (Part 1) from 2019-10-22T06:04

Leaders all want to achieve. But sometimes it feels like you’re your own worst enemy. Either you’re too perfectionistic, or too much of a people pleaser, or so mu...

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#088: How to Delegate for Perfect Results Every Time from 2019-10-15T08:06

To scale yourself, you need to delegate your work to others. But delegating tasks isn’t as easy as it sounds. No matter how hard you try, the results often don’t ...

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#087: How to Hire a World-Class Assistant from 2019-10-08T08:06

“Sure, I’d love to have an executive assistant. But I can’t afford one!” You’ve probably said that before. Or maybe you don’t know where to find one. Or you’ve had a bad experience with an assis...

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#086: How to Leverage a World-Class Assistant from 2019-10-01T08:06

Every leader needs an assistant to manage low-leverage tasks so they can focus on driving results. A world-class assistant can easily remove 15 or 20 hours’ work ...

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#085: Michael Answers Your Questions from 2019-09-24T08:06

Leaders are problem solvers, and that means coming up with the right answers. The problem is that you may have no one to go to with our own inquiries. It’s tough ...

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#084: Feeling Overwhelmed? Here's Your Action Plan from 2019-09-17T08:06

Leaders thrive on getting things done. The problem is that there’s more to be done than any one person can accomplish. That can leave you feeling overwhelmed, eve...

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#083: Next-Level Strategies for Weekly Planning from 2019-09-11T08:06

Leaders like to plan their work and work their plan. The problem is that real-life gets in the way. Interruptions, distractions, and unforeseen problems can make ...

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Surprise! A New Podcast! from 2019-09-10T08:06

We're happy to announce our new Michael Hyatt & Co. podcast: Focus on This! It's the most productiv...

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BONUS EPISODE: Start Using Your New Planner Now! from 2019-09-05T08:06

As a high-performing leader, we know you love using productivity products like the Full Focus Planner. But any new system can seem overwhelming at first. Honestly...

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#082: Tired of Making No Progress on Goals? Try This! from 2019-09-03T08:06

Leaders are driven to achieve. The problem is that our intense drive can backfire. We sometimes set unrealistic goals or timetables, which are impossible to meet. Not that we don’t kill ourselve...

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#081: The Upside of an Experimental Mindset from 2019-08-27T08:06

Leaders create change. The problem is that not everybody wants change. You’ve probably faced the frustration of having your team be less than enthusiastic about a new initiative. That’s when you...

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#080: How to Fail Better from 2019-08-20T08:06

Leaders are achievers. But nobody bats 1.000. We all experience failure eventually. That can be discouraging—even humiliating! That’s why most of us react in one ...

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#079: 3 Habits of Wise Leaders from 2019-08-13T08:06

Good leaders want to do the right thing. But sometimes we can be our own worst enemy. Have you ever made a really dumb choice that cost you a relationship or an o...

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#078: 5 Steps to Avoid Investing in the Wrong People from 2019-08-06T08:06

What do you do when you have a customer you just can’t seem to satisfy? Or a team member who seems resistant to coaching? What about someone in a personal relatio...

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#033: 4 Rituals That Make You Super Productive (Encore) from 2019-07-30T08:06

We all want to be more productive. But you know how it goes—a little late getting started, a quick task you just remembered, and then it’s non-stop interruptions all day long. Where does the day...

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#054: The 3x3 Goal Achievement Strategy (Encore) from 2019-07-23T08:06

As a leader, you probably have a huge goal in mind. It’s the heartbeat of your ambition, the reason you get out of bed in the morning. Chances are good that you’ve thought about it long and hard...

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#058: The Power of Personality (Encore) from 2019-07-16T08:06

Leaders must motivate people. The problem is that everybody’s different, so what inspires one team member may demotivate another. It can be confusing to lead a di...

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#014: 4 Steps to Communicating Vision (Encore) from 2019-07-09T08:06

Every leader is motivated by a compelling vision for the future. There’s something you want to achieve. You know where you’re headed. The problem is that it’s hard to keep that vision real for y...

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#027: Self-Care As a Leadership Discipline (Encore) from 2019-07-02T08:06

Do you ever have enough hours in the day to do all you need to do? If we’re honest, most of us would say no. Work, family, friends, rest, exercise, reading, relationships—something’s got to give...

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#077: 5 Steps for Healthy Confrontation from 2019-06-25T08:06

Here’s the situation: one of your most lucrative clients has admitted to unethical behavior and is entirely unwilling to change. Do you keep the account and tie y...

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#076: 3 Questions Every Leader Must Answer to Avoid the Drift from 2019-06-18T08:06

Has this ever happened to you? You get in the car and pull out of the driveway, just like you do every day. Then it dawns on you: “This is Saturday!” You’re halfw...

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#075: How to Delegate Even If You Don’t Have a Team from 2019-06-11T08:06

Feeling overwhelmed? Wow, do we know what that’s like! When you’re caught in that whirlwind of tasks, it feels like you’re downrange at Top Golf! You’re pelted with a new to-do item every few se...

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#074: Have the Right Meetings from 2019-06-04T08:06

Ugh, another meeting! Do you know the feeling? We sure do. We’ve sat through our share of bad meetings. But would ...

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#073: How to Create a Company People Are Begging to Join from 2019-05-28T08:06

To build a winning company, you need a winning team. A-players can skyrocket your success, and nothing will tank momentum faster than adding a B- or C-level player to the mix.

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#072 – Don’t Love Your Job? You Have 3 Options from 2019-05-21T08:06

Has this ever happened to you? You land what you think will be your dream job. But after a few months, you realize . . . you really don’t like it.

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#071: Have a Bad Boss? Do This. from 2019-05-14T08:06

Have you ever worked for a really bad boss? The kind that kind that makes you want to tear your hear out, or quit, or maybe both? Nearly everybody has at some point, including us! In fact, we’ve...

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How to Beat Interruptions and Distractions: A Free Audio Chapter from Free to Focus from 2019-05-09T08:06

What’s your biggest roadblock to productivity? Many people would say, “Interruptions and distractions! I can’t get anything done because I keep getting interrupted!”

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#070: 7 Steps to Thinking Big from 2019-05-07T08:06

Do you have a really big dream or far-out goal that you’ve never told anybody about? We’ll bet you do because we’ve had them too. What’s sad is that most of those...

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#069: How to Simplify Systems for Business Growth from 2019-04-30T08:06

Do you know why Steve Jobs insisted that the original iPhone have only one button? Because nothing succeeds like simplicity. Take out your iPhone, if you have one...

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#068: Hire This Role Immediately! from 2019-04-23T08:06

If you could make a single hire that would revolutionize your productivity, would you do it? Of course we all would say yes. But we’ve found that most leaders pro...

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#067: Destroy Distractions with These 9 Focus-Boosting Strategies from 2019-04-16T08:06

As business owners, we’ve learned that we can’t do our best work sandwiched between meetings and phone calls. We need focused time for strategizing, writing, and working out difficult problems. ...

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#066: A (Virtual) Book Launch Party for Free to Focus from 2019-04-09T08:06

We are so excited to announce the release of my (Michael’s) latest book, Free to Focus: A Total PRoductivity System to Achieve More by Doing Less! In fac...

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Bonus Episode: Free Chapter from Free to Focus from 2019-04-04T12:54:35

We're so excited that Michael's new book is coming out on Tuesday! It's called Free To Focus: A Total Productivity System to Achieve More by Doing Less and today you're getting to liste...

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#065: 3 Actions to Beat Your Biggest Distractions from 2019-04-02T08:06

What’s your biggest distraction? Be honest! For us, there’s no question about it—our biggest distraction is ourselves. Too often, we find ourselves responding to text messages or jumping from lo...

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#064: How Healthy Is Your Business? from 2019-03-26T08:06

What’s the true state of your business? We’re convinced most leaders don’t have a good grasp on that question. But you can!

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#063: Answers to 10 Questions You’ve Been Dying to Ask Us from 2019-03-19T08:06

What’s the best way to recover from a whirlwind of a day? How do you get the leaders you manage to take more responsibility? What’s the right number of goals to s...

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#062: My Must-Have Apps for Productivity in 2019 from 2019-03-12T08:06

Leaders have to be super productive. The problem is that the digital environment is filled with distractions, interruptions, and repetitive tasks. It can be frustrating to  get the simplest task...

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#061: The Year of Facing Fear from 2019-03-05T09:06

What would be possible if you were able to conquer your fear? Megan Hyatt Miller gives five simple actions that will help you conquer the fear that holds you back and tackle your most most audac...

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#060: Need Help? Here’s How to Ask for It from 2019-02-26T09:06

Leaders never have all the help they need. But most of us have an aversion to asking for it. It invasive an awkward to ask for a favor. But it doesn’t have to!  W...

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#059: The Right Way to Fire the Wrong Employee from 2019-02-19T09:06

Healthy terminations make for a healthy company. Leaders inevitably must fire people occasionally. The problem is that most of us hate conflict and shy away from confrontational situations. That...

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#058: The Power of Personality from 2019-02-12T09:06

Leaders must motivate people. The problem is that everybody’s different, so what inspires one team member may demotivate another. It can be confusing to lead a diverse team. But personality is n...

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#057: 4 Questions That Will Transform Your Leadership from 2019-02-05T09:06

Leaders want to provide the answers that drive results. And in the information age, easy answers are everywhere. That’s why leaders must get better at asking powerful questions. In this episode,...

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#056: Why Every Leader Needs Friends from 2019-01-29T09:06

As leaders, we all want to be competent and successful. The problem is that our quest for success can be demanding. It can feel lonely at the top. But as a leader, you can’t afford  to be isolat...

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#013: 5 Leadership Lessons from Martin Luther King, Jr. (Encore) from 2019-01-22T09:06

Dr. King’s efforts initiated changes that would transform American society. That’s why the nation celebrates Martin Luther King Day on the third Monday of every January. It’s a chance to reflect...

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#055: Ask Us Anything: Michael and Megan Answer Your Questions from 2019-01-15T09:06

Leaders make decisions, but clarity can be hard to come by. In this episode, listeners fire their most pressing questions at Michael and Megan. They bring practical solutions to the problems man...

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#054: The 3x3 Goal Achievement Strategy from 2019-01-08T09:06

Leaders dream big. But too often, our greatest goals get lost in the whirlwind of daily tasks and interruptions. Today, we’ll give you three simple practices that...

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#053: New Year, New You from 2019-01-01T09:06

High achievers love the start of the new year and the prospect of new goals. The problem is that fresh enthusiasm can evaporate with the holiday cheer. Diving back into the whirlwind can be stre...

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#010: Generosity Pays (Replay) from 2018-12-25T09:06

The holiday season has often been associated with giving. But generosity isn’t a one-and-done kind of thing. It’s best to think of generosity as a habit or a lifestyle. Researchers have discover...

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#052: The 4 Horsemen of Goal Failure from 2018-12-18T09:06

We all miss big goals occasionally. When that happens, it can be lonely and embarrassing. It’s tempting to simply forget about the failure and move on. When that happens, we miss a key learning ...

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#051: How to Fix New Year’s Resolutions from 2018-12-11T09:06

All of us, especially leaders, want to make positive change in our lives. But we’ve tried and failed many times. Today, we’ll show you why New Year’s resolutions are a flawed system, and how to ...

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#050: Do You Have an Upper Limit Problem? from 2018-12-04T09:06

Leaders have big goals, but most of us have at least one limiting belief that keeps us from achieving them. Based on years ...

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#049: How to Have a Civil Conversation on a Tough Subject from 2018-11-27T09:06

Learn four secrets to help you engage in the lost art of civil discourse.

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#048: The Gratitude Advantage from 2018-11-20T09:06

It’s easy to assume that the benefits of gratitude are primarily external. But the latest research reveals that thankfulness offers major payoffs on our side of the equation, too. Discover the a...

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#047: How to Deliver on Deadline from 2018-11-13T09:06

Learn a foolproof strategy for meeting deadlines so you can deliver your best results on time, every time.

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#046: How to Create New Products from 2018-11-06T09:06

Learn five simple steps that will ensure your new product will succeed in the marketplace.

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#045: How to Help Your Team Find Their Why from 2018-10-30T08:06

Michael and Megan reveal four secrets for creating a high-purpose, high-energy team by connecting people to the thing they want most: a sense of purpose. Listen

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#044: Just Say No to Goal Shaming from 2018-10-23T08:06

Michael and Megan help you silence your inner critic once and for all so you can bust through your upper limit and finally accomplish the big achievement you've been dreaming of.

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#043: The Fastest Way to Accelerate Business Growth from 2018-10-16T08:06

Michael and Megan unveil the free Business Health Assessment online tool and offer practical tips for business growth through a live coaching call with a business owner.

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#042: The Ultimate Collaborative Workplace from 2018-10-09T08:06

Michael and Megan give a guided tour of the collaborative workspace at Michael Hyatt & Co. to show how your office design can enhance team focus, collaboration, and productivity.

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#041: How to Dial Down Workplace Drama from 2018-10-02T08:06

Tired of dealing with office drama? In this episode, Michael and Megan show you how to boost productivity by heading off the drama in your company b Listen

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BONUS EPISODE: Megabatching [with Amy Porterfield] from 2018-09-27T08:06

Online marketing guru Amy Porterfield shares how “megabatching” transformed her business. in this bonus episode, captured live at the Achieve Conference, you’ll discover how to multiply your pro...

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#040: How to Conquer a Chaotic Calendar from 2018-09-25T08:06

As a top executive and mother of four, Meg has mastered the art of taming a chaotic calendar. In this episode, captured live at the Achieve Conference, she shares three steps for protecting your...

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#039: The Very Best Way to Motivate Your Team from 2018-09-18T08:06

In this episode, Michael and Megan arm you with practical tips for lighting a fire under the most lethargic teams. You'll learn what works (and what doesn't) in motivating your team to achieve.<...

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#038: How to Make High-Leverage Decisions from 2018-09-11T08:06

If you're a leader, chances are good you're making too many decisions. In this episode, Michael and Megan show you how to make faster, better decisions—by making fewer of them.

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#037: How to Think Straight from 2018-09-04T08:06

In this episode Michael and Megan expose the three critical errors leaders must avoid in order to make high-leverage choices with confidence.

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BONUS EPISODE: Achieve Conference Preview from 2018-08-30T08:06

Michael and Megan give a behind-the-scenes look at the latest live event focused solely on productivity.

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#036: How Hobbies Make You a Better Leader from 2018-08-28T08:06

In this episode, Michael & Megan put the fun back unto leadership! Learn why every leader should practice a hobby, sport, or creative pursuit at least once a week.

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#035: Fake Work and How to Avoid It from 2018-08-21T08:06

Find out how much non-productive "fake work" is costing your business—and 3 surefire steps to eliminate it!

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BONUS EPISODE: Sabbatical Reflections from 2018-08-16T08:06

In this BONUS EPISODE, Michael & Megan share highlights from their sabbatical experience and reveal secrets for making the most of your time away.

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#034: Engineering Success from 2018-08-14T08:06

Learn the secret to getting exactly the result you're looking for in any business process.

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#033: 4 Rituals That Make You Super Productive from 2018-08-07T08:06

Michael and Megan show you exactly how to overcome unseen obstacles to productivity so you'll be less stressed, more focused, end each day with a feeling of accomplishment.

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Encore Episode: How to Achieve Big Goals with Your Spouse from 2018-07-31T08:06

While Michael and Megan are on a July sabbatical, we've hand-picked a few of the most popular episodes of the podcast for you to enjoy. 

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Encore Episode: The High Cost of Overwork from 2018-07-24T08:06

While Michael and Megan are on a July sabbatical, we've hand-picked a few of the most popular episodes of the podcast for you to enjoy. 

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Encore Episode: The Fine Art of Celebration from 2018-07-17T08:06

While Michael and Megan are on a July sabbatical, we've hand-picked a few of the most popular episodes of the podcast for you to enjoy. 

Celebration may cost a bit of time and money, but ...

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Encore Episode: The Ultimate Calendar Management Solution from 2018-07-10T08:06

While Michael and Megan are on a July sabbatical, we've hand-picked a few of the most popular episodes of the podcast for you to enjoy. 

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Encore Episode: 4 Steps to Communicating Vision from 2018-07-03T08:06

While Michael and Megan are on a July sabbatical, we've hand-picked a few of the most popular episodes of the podcast for you to enjoy. 

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BONUSODE: Travel Tips from Michael Hyatt's Executive Assistant from 2018-06-28T08:06

In this BONUS EPISODE, Larry Wilson talks with Michael Hyatt's Executive Assistant, Jim Kelly, about all the ninja tricks and travel apps he uses to plan Michael's travel masterfully.

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#032: Taking the Stress Out of Business Travel from 2018-06-26T08:06

Weary of being a Road Warrior? Michael and Megan share inside tips and tricks for taking the stress out of business travel. Learn how to arrive refreshed, relaxed, and ready to get down to busin...

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#031: Why Every Leader Needs a Sabbatical from 2018-06-19T08:06

Michael and Megan tackle the three biggest objections to taking extended time away from work. You'll get the practical guidance and encouragement you need to take a break and recharge.

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#030: 3 Questions All Great Leaders Ask from 2018-06-12T08:06

Why is curiosity an essential skill for leaders? Michael and Megan take a deep dive on the value of asking questions, including the three most important questions every leader must ask.

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#029: Anatomy of a Great Decision from 2018-06-05T08:06

Can you trust your gut? Michael and Megan identify three critical factors for making great decisions.

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#028: The Power of Your Words to Shape Outcomes from 2018-05-29T08:06

Most leaders are unaware of the power of their own words. In this episode, Michael and Megan reveal how the words you speak actually reprogram your own thinking. You'll learn how to shape your s...

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#027: Self-Care As a Leadership Discipline from 2018-05-22T08:06

Michael explodes the "Hustle Fallacy" in this high-energy presentation delivered at LeaderCast 2018. Discover the three amazing ways that slowing down helps you get more done.

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#026: How to Keep Meetings from Ruining Your Productivity from 2018-05-15T08:06

Michael and Megan discuss everybody's least favorite business activity—meetings. Find out why Michael now loListen

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#025: How to Lead High Achievers from 2018-05-08T08:06

Michael and Megan reveal the secret to keeping top performers engaged and focused. Learn how to manage the tensions that keep your top talent operating at full capacity.

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#024: Elements of a Great Team Culture from 2018-05-01T08:06

Does your leadership style smother your team, or set them free? In this episode, Michael and Megan show how some leaders unwittingly allow a toxic culture to derail their team's success—and what...

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#023: The Ultimate Calendar Management Solution from 2018-04-24T08:06

Michael and Megan reveal the three secrets to flawless calendar management. Learn how to avoid getting caught in the whirlwind of deadlines and appointments and have time for your most important...

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#022: Beginners Guide to Journaling [Updated] from 2018-04-17T08:06

Most leaders lack self-awareness, which has been called the “meta skill of the twenty-first century.” In this episode, Michael and Megan equip you to practice the...

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#021: The Most Overlooked Productivity Solution from 2018-04-10T08:06

Michael and Megan discuss the productivity solution that everyone knows about but few people use effectively. You'll learn that this tried-and-true technology can...

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#020: Leadership and the Law of Replication from 2018-04-03T08:06

Michael and Megan discuss the one leadership principle they probably didn't teach you in business school. You'll learn the practical ways a leader's behavior is c...

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#019: The Character Advantage from 2018-03-27T08:06

All leaders want to be successful, but sometimes we face situations that pit our desire for results against our values. In this episode, we’ll help you recognize that temptation and equip you to...

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#018: Productivity Investments that Pay for Themselves from 2018-03-20T08:06

Most of us try to increase productivity by doing more things faster. As a result, we wind up overloaded and exhausted. Like a hamster on a wheel, we’re playing a game we can’t possibly win. In t...

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#017: The Time-Energy Paradox from 2018-03-13T08:06

Most leaders consider time their most important resource. As a result, they completely ignore the true source of their productivity—their energy! In this episode we discover the Time-Energy Para...

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#016: The High Cost of Overwork from 2018-03-06T09:06

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Hiatus Update from 2018-02-28T20:08:06

We've been on hiatus for the month of February. Here's what you can expect beginning next week. For more information, visit leadto.win.

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#015: The Fine Art of Celebration from 2018-01-30T09:06

Celebration may cost a bit of time and money, but it is well worth it. If you invest the effort in celebrating with your team, that effort will be more than repaid in improved morale and increas...

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#014: 4 Steps to Communicating Vision from 2018-01-23T09:06

There’s just no substitute for vision. When we have a compelling, unifying view of the future, and when we’re able to communicate, it can motivate people to accomplish astonishing things. And th...

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#013: 5 Leadership Lessons from Martin Luther King, Jr. from 2018-01-16T09:06

Dr. King’s efforts initiated changes that would transform American society. That’s why the nation celebrates Martin Luther King Day on the third Monday of every January. It’s a chance to reflect...

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#012: How to Achieve Big Goals with Your Spouse from 2018-01-09T09:06

When we pair historical examples with the findings of social science, it’s clear a good marriage is an optimal environment for personal achievement. In this episode, we’re going to explore how c...

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#011: 5 Reasons Resolutions Fail (Why They Don't Work and What You Should Do Instead) from 2018-01-02T09:06

Millions of Americans admit to making New Year’s resolutions. Most of us can stick it out a few weeks, but fewer than half are still going after six months. Less than 10 percent are ultimately s...

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Bonus Episode: How to Plan Success in 2018 from 2017-12-28T13:44:53

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#010: Generosity Pays from 2017-12-19T09:06

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The holiday season has often been associate...

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#009: 3 Emotions That Keep You Stuck (And How to Overcome Them) from 2017-12-12T09:06

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We all like feeling happy and settled. But ...

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#008: You Can Design Your Year from 2017-12-05T09:06

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#007: The Surprising New Science of Achievement from 2017-11-28T09:06

Goal pursuit has a familiar rhythm. It normally begins with great momentum then grinds to a halt due to unforeseen obstacles. If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated with a stalled goal, the la...

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#006: The Gratitude Advantage from 2017-11-21T09:06

It’s easy to assume that the benefits of gratitude are primarily external. But the latest research reveals that thankfulness offers major payoffs on our side of the equation, too. Discover the a...

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#005: Anatomy of a Tough Talk from 2017-11-14T09:06

Our success as leaders often comes down to one thing. Not our planning. Not the market. But, instead, the conversations we lead. When stakes are high (and emotions even higher) you need a solid ...

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#004: How to Beat the Burnout Culture from 2017-11-07T09:06

In today’s job world, burnout is a constant threat. Email and smartphones keep us constantly connected. Worse still, we lionize leaders who never rest. Famous CEOs tout 80-hour workweeks and we ...

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#003: Better Things Come to Those Who Wait from 2017-10-31T08:06

We live in an instant culture. But if we limit ourselves to fast and easy, we miss out on any wins that require patience or persistence. Honestly, most big wins fall into that second category. I...

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#002: How to Avoid Career Stagnation from 2017-10-24T08:06

Effective leadership involves a commitment to personal development. Unless you continue to grow alongside your business, it will eventually outstrip you. Or worse, stagnate behind you. If you wa...

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#001: 4 Practices to Become a Self-Aware Leader from 2017-10-17T04:05

What trumps education, skills, charisma, and even talent? The surprising answer: self-awareness. A study from Cornell found self-awareness to be the “strongest predictor of overall success” amon...

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#000: LEAD TO WIN Teaser (New episodes start 10/17) from 2017-10-10T21:59:23

Short-term wins are easy. Sustained achievement is another story. On Lead to Win join New York Times bestselling author Michael Hyatt and discover how current research combines with tim...

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#000: LEAD TO WIN Teaser (New episodes start 10/17) from 2017-10-10T21:59:23

Short-term wins are easy. Sustained achievement is another story. On Lead to Win join New York Times bestselling author Michael Hyatt and discover how current research combines with tim...

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#000: LEAD TO WIN Teaser (New episodes start 10/17) from 2017-10-10T21:59:23

Short-term wins are easy. Sustained achievement is another story. On Lead to Win join New York Times bestselling author Michael Hyatt and discover how current research combines with tim...

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