The Leadership Quicktake:
Brief, Insightful Thoughts On All Things Leadership
Jan 29, 2025
Are You Building Teams or Committees?
🌟 "Are You Building Teams or Committees?" 🌟
In this thought-provoking episode of The Leadership Quicktake, Dr. Neal McIntyre dives into one of the most pressing challenges in modern workplaces: the difference between teams and committees.
🤔 Are your colleagues working as a true team, or are they just a group of individuals thrown together with no real sense of unity? Dr. McIntyre explores how unequal treatment in rewards, bonuses, and promotions can quietly sabotage teamwork, leaving behind fragmented committees instead of thriving, cohesive teams.
💡 Key Insights:
✔️ What makes a real team versus a corporate committee.
✔️ Why true leaders ensure that victories and losses are shared equally.
✔️ The critical role of leadership in fostering an environment where every member feels valued.
This episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants to break free from outdated leadership styles and create teams that succeed together.
💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments: Are you building teams—or committees?
🎥 Watch now and transform your leadership approach!
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Jan 15, 2025
The Difficulty of Vision Acceptance
New Episode Alert! In this edition of The Leadership Quicktake, we tackle a powerful topic: "The Difficulty of Vision Acceptance."
Leaders often struggle to get their teams on board with their vision—but why? It's not the vision itself; it's the leader behind it. Teams resist when they haven’t fully bought into the leader as a person.
This episode explores a critical truth: trust and rapport are the foundation of leadership. Before asking your team to believe in your vision, you need to earn their belief in you. When trust is established, your vision becomes a shared mission—driving engagement, alignment, and organizational success.
Ready to discover how trust transforms leadership? Tune in now!
Dec 18, 2024
The Responsibility of Leadership
What’s the true measure of a leader’s success? In this week’s episode of The Leadership Quicktake, we dive into the most critical responsibility of leadership: mentoring and developing the next generation of leaders.
Drawing from a powerful perspective, we explore why some leaders hold back—fearing they’ll be outshined—and how this mindset stifles organizational growth and societal progress. True leadership isn’t about self-preservation; it’s about selflessly investing in others to ensure the legacy of leadership thrives.
Are you fostering future leaders, or are you holding them back? Tune in to reflect, challenge your mindset, and discover how leadership rooted in reproduction can transform the world around you.
Dec 11, 2024
Are You A Secure Leader?
New Episode: Are You a Secure Leader?
Do you really know what it means to be a secure leader? And more importantly—do the people around you see you as one?
In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, we’re diving into the traits of secure leadership and why it’s a game-changer for your personal and professional life.
🌟 Key Highlights:
Power Check: Are you lifting others up—or holding them back?
Empowerment Essentials: Discover why empowering others is the hallmark of true leadership.
Transformational Leadership: See how secure leaders impact their teams, families, and entire communities.
This is your chance to reflect, grow, and lead with confidence. Hit play and unlock the secrets to becoming a leader who inspires and empowers!
🎥 Watch now and start leading securely!
Nov 20, 2024
The Magnetism of Leadership
Discover the Power of Leadership Magnetism!
In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, we uncover how leaders naturally attract individuals who mirror their qualities. Challenging the cliché that "opposites attract," this insightful episode reveals how shared mindsets, thought patterns, and even attitudes shape your circle of influence—for better or worse.
Learn why effective leaders actively diversify their circles, seeking fresh perspectives to counter their own blind spots and create dynamic, balanced teams. Plus, get actionable tips on analyzing your current circle and aligning it with the qualities you aspire to attract.
Tune in for a quick dose of leadership insight that could reshape your approach to influence and growth!
Nov 13, 2024
Do You Have A Leadership Perspective?
In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, Dr. McIntyre dives into the essential question: Do you have a leadership perspective? Explore how the most effective leaders maintain a proactive mindset, focusing on the bigger picture and preparing for long-term success—even when immediate outcomes seem uncertain. Learn how being a forward-thinker and proactive problem-solver can set you apart, allowing you to identify and resolve challenges before they even appear. Tune in to gain valuable insights that will help you lead with confidence and inspire those around you to trust in your vision!
Oct 30, 2024
Leading with Strength: Earning Respect When It Matters Most
In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, Dr. McIntyre explores why people naturally gravitate toward leaders who demonstrate strength and stability, especially in challenging times. Discover how true respect is earned through resilience and how showing calm under pressure can set you apart as a trusted leader. Tune in for practical insights to inspire your leadership journey!
Oct 23, 2024
The Importance of Trust in Leadership
🎬 Welcome back to another episode of The Leadership Quicktake! Today, leadership expert Dr. Neal McIntyre dives into the heart of leadership: Trust.
💼 Leadership begins with a decision—the decision to become the kind of leader who inspires, guides, and grows others. But here’s the truth: leadership without trust is like building on quicksand.
In this episode, Dr. McIntyre challenges you to ask yourself some tough questions: Do people trust you? Are you actively giving others a reason to trust you? And what can you do today to make trust easier to build?
✨ Whether you’re just starting your leadership journey or refining your skills, this quick take will give you valuable insights to elevate your influence. Let’s dive in!
Oct 16, 2024
The Quiet Leader
Welcome to The Leadership Quicktake, where we explore simple but powerful insights that can shape your leadership journey.
In this episode, we’re talking about 'The Quiet Leader'—the person who may not have an impressive title or formal authority but commands attention the moment they speak. This kind of leader doesn’t need to talk over others or dominate a room. They’ve earned the trust and respect of their peers, and when they finally speak, everyone listens—because their words carry real weight.
So, what makes their voice so powerful? Let’s dive in.
Oct 9, 2024
Is Your Ladder Leaning On The Right Wall?
In this episode of The Leadership Quicktake, we ask: "Is Your Ladder Against the Right Wall?" Leadership isn’t just about getting things done—it’s about making sure you’re heading in the right direction. Leaders with vision don't just focus on tasks; they chart the course for success, ensuring their efforts (and those of their teams) lead to meaningful outcomes. Management is about checking boxes, but leadership is about knowing which boxes really matter. Tune in to discover how having the right vision separates leaders from managers, and why it’s the key to long-term success!
Oct 4, 2024
The Path To Reaching Your Leadership Potential
Feeling impatient on your leadership journey? 🌟 In this quick video, Dr. Neal McIntyre breaks down why becoming a recognized leader takes time—and why daily commitment is key to unlocking your full potential. Leadership isn’t an overnight success; it’s a process. Ready to embrace the grind and level up? Watch now!
Sep 23, 2024
Influence
Have you ever thought what exactly is "leadership"? Many people associate leadership with titles and positions because of the power and authority that they bring. In reality, that's far from what true leadership is. In this episode, learn why and find out what real, authentic leadership is.