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Things Leaders Do

Whether you"re a new manager figuring out how to lead your first team or a seasoned executive refining your approach, host Colby Morris delivers actionable tools and real-world frameworks you can use today to lead with confidence, clarity, and impact.Things Leaders Do is the straight-talk podcast for leaders who want practical strategies that actually work—not just leadership theory that sounds good in a boardroom.Each week, Colby breaks down people-first leadership with humor, insight, and straight

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13:36

Employee Reviews That Don’t Suck (And Actually Grow...

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2025/04/10

Employee Reviews That Don’t Suck (And Actually Grow Your People) Let’s be honest: most employee reviews suck. They’re vague, awkward, once-a-year rituals that everyone dreads—and nobody grows from. But they don’t have to be. In this episode of Things Leaders Do, Colby Morris breaks down how to build employee development plans that actually work—with SMART goals that connect to your team’s real career aspirations, and a system to track progress month after month. You’ll learn: ✅ Ho...

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15:50

Mentoring and Coaching: Developing the Next...

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2025/04/03

Mentoring and Coaching: Developing the Next Generation of Leaders Description: Discover how to empower the next generation of leaders through effective mentoring and coaching in this episode of the TLD podcast! Join leadership expert Colby Morris as he reveals actionable strategies for leadership development. Learn why your true legacy as a leader lies in the leaders you nurture, not just your own successes. What You’ll Learn: How to spot future leaders with high potential for growthA practi...

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13:46

Leading Through Bad News: How to Lead with Clarity,...

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2025/03/27

Leading Through Bad News: How to Lead with Clarity, Compassion, and Trust Episode Description: How do you lead when the news is bad—layoffs, downsizing, even tragedy in the workplace? In this episode of Things Leaders Do, Colby Morris shares three essential tools to help leaders navigate the toughest moments with clarity, compassion, and trust. Grounded in the wisdom of Brené Brown—“Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind.”—this episode is a blueprint for delivering hard news without damaging ...

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11:28

The Leadership Cycle: Building Trust, Relationships,...

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2025/03/20

The Leadership Cycle: Building Trust, Relationships, and Influence for Effective Leadership Episode Summary Discover how trust, relationships, and influence form a powerful cycle that drives leadership success. In this episode, Colby Morris unpacks John Maxwell’s quote, “Leadership is influence,” and introduces the leadership cycle: trust builds relationships, and relationships earn influence. With actionable tools and real-world examples, you’ll learn how to motivate your team and lead effe...

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13:23

Beat Burnout: Strong Teams in 2025

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2025/03/11

Episode Title: Beat Burnout: Strong Teams in 2025 Host: Colby Morris Published: March 10, 2025 Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Other Platforms Episode Overview Burnout’s not just lurking—it’s eating your team’s lunch and tanking your productivity. In this episode of the TLD Podcast, host Colby Morris breaks down why employee well-being and retention are your leadership superpowers in 2025. With 73% of leaders reporting change fatigue (Forbes, Oct 2024), it’s time to ditch the corp...

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12:48

Stop Chaos Before It Starts: The Leader’s Playbook

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2025/03/05

Episode Title: "Stop Chaos Before It Starts: The Leader’s Playbook" Host: Colby Morris Episode Overview Chaos doesn’t have to define your leadership. In this episode, Colby Morris turns Jocko Willink’s chaos-detachment mindset into a proactive game plan. Learn three practical tools—clear expectations, extreme ownership, and relentless communication—to build a team culture that stops mayhem in its tracks. Packed with real-world stories and steps you can use today, this is leadership made simp...

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11:43

Gen X Leaders vs. Millennials & Gen Z: The Workplace...

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2025/02/27

Episode Title: Gen X Leaders vs. Millennials & Gen Z: The Workplace Showdown No One Talks About Host: Colby Morris Release Date: [Insert Date, e.g., March 5, 2025] Episode Overview Are generational differences derailing your workplace? In this episode of Things Leaders Do, COO Colby Morris dives into the leadership clash no one’s talking about: Gen X versus Millennials and Gen Z. From the “figure it out” grit of Gen X to the feedback-hungry, team-driven Millennials and Gen Z, Colby unpac...

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11:23

Promoting High Performers: The Hidden Risks and...

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2025/02/19

Show Notes: Promoting High Performers: The Hidden Risks and Strategies for Success Episode Summary: Promoting top performers into leadership roles may seem like the natural next step, but what happens when they struggle—or worse, when they never wanted to lead in the first place? In this episode, we explore why great individual contributors don’t always make great leaders, how leadership requires an entirely different skill set, and what organizations can do to better prepare their people for...

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10:37

Building a Resilient Team: Leadership Strategies for...

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2025/02/12

Episode Title: Building a Resilient Team: Leadership Strategies for Tough Times Episode Overview: Resilience in the workplace is declining—44% of employees report feeling daily stress, and resilience has dropped nearly 30% since 2019. Burnout is real, and teams are struggling to bounce back from setbacks. As a leader, how do you help your team build resilience so they don’t crack under pressure? In this episode of Things Leaders Do, host Colby Morris unpacks three key strategies—two for indiv...

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12:28

How Leaders Become Leaders: 4 Steps You Can Take Today

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2025/02/05

Episode Title: How Leaders Become Leaders: 4 Steps You Can Take Today Episode Overview: Ever wondered how leaders actually become leaders? It’s not luck, a fancy title, or waiting for the perfect moment—it’s about intentional steps taken over time. In this episode of Things Leaders Do, host Colby Morris breaks down the four key actions that will set you on the path to leadership starting today. Whether you’re an aspiring leader, a new manager, or someone looking to sharpen your influence, thi...

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13:13

Communication Under Ambiguity: How Leaders Can Build...

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2025/01/29

Communication Under Ambiguity: How Leaders Can Build Trust Without All the AnswersEpisode Description: As a leader, how do you communicate effectively when you don’t have all the answers? In this episode of The TLD Podcast, Colby Morris dives into the challenging yet essential skill of leading through ambiguity. Using real-world examples, Colby explores three actionable strategies to maintain trust, reduce anxiety, and guide your team when the future feels uncertain.In this episode, you’ll le...

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12:50

Beyond Listening: Unlocking the Power of Empathy in...

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2025/01/22

🎙️ Episode Overview:Empathy is more than just a leadership buzzword—it’s the key to building trust, strengthening relationships, and driving results. In this episode of Things Leaders Do, host Colby Morris breaks down empathy into actionable strategies that you can implement immediately. Drawing inspiration from Patrick Lencioni and sharing real-life stories, Colby shows how listening, understanding, and tough conversations can transform your leadership impact.What You'll Learn in This

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11:49

Why Listening is the Cornerstone of People-First...

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2025/01/16

Why Listening is the Cornerstone of People-First LeadershipEpisode Summary:In this episode of Things Leaders Do, host Colby Morris dives deep into the transformative power of listening in leadership. Inspired by Andy Stanley’s impactful quote, “Leaders who don’t listen will eventually be surrounded by people who have nothing to say,” Colby explores why listening is essential for building trust, empowering teams, and creating a people-first culture.Learn actionable strategies to become a bette...

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16:39

People-First Leadership: Practical Habits for Daily...

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2025/01/08

People-First Leadership: Practical Habits for Daily Impact📚 Episode Summary:Being a people-first leader isn’t about grand gestures—it’s about showing up consistently in the small, meaningful moments that build trust and connection.In this episode, Colby Morris shares three practical habits you can start using today to lead with clarity, empathy, and purpose.Whether you're a new leader or a seasoned executive, these habits will help you:✅ Build stronger relationships with your team.✅ Foster a

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13:04

New Year, New Leader: Building a People-First...

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2025/01/01

"New Year, New Leader: Building a People-First Leadership System, One Tool at a Time"Episode Description:Start your year as a people-first leader with a step-by-step approach! In this episode of Things Leaders Do, host Colby Morris outlines a bi-monthly plan to enhance your leadership skills by introducing one practical tool at a time.Key Takeaways:January & February: Implement the One-on-One Blueprint to build trust through intentional conversations.March & April: Establish the Feedb...

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16:19

Leadership Q&A: Balancing Authority, Leading Under...

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2024/12/18

"Leadership Q&A: Balancing Authority, Leading Under Pressure, and Avoiding Common Leadership Mistakes"Podcast Description:"Struggling to balance being a 'friend' versus being the boss? Finding it hard to stay calm under pressure? In this special Q&A episode of Things Leaders Do, host Colby Morris tackles real leadership questions sent in by listeners just like you. Whether you’re a new leader figuring out your footing or a seasoned leader looking to refine your approach, this episode ...

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14:33

One-on-One Meetings That Work: Build Trust, Track...

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2024/12/04

One-on-One Meetings That Work: Build Trust, Track Goals, and Transform Your TeamShow NotesEpisode Summary:One-on-one meetings: a simple leadership tool with extraordinary potential. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or a first-time manager, mastering these conversations can elevate your leadership and transform your team’s performance.In this episode of the Things Leaders Do podcast, Colby Morris breaks down the secrets to impactful one-on-ones. Learn how these intentional conversations bui...

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Leadership Conversations Simplified: The Power of...

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2024/11/27

"Leadership Conversations Simplified: The Power of Wearing the Right Hat"Episode Summary:As a leader, every conversation requires a different tone, approach, and mindset. That’s why in this week’s episode of Things Leaders Do, Colby Morris dives into the concept of wearing different hats in leadership. Whether you’re a mentor, a leader, or just a friend, knowing which role to play—and when—can make all the difference in building trust and fostering productive conversations.Colby shares his st...

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10:20

Mastering Leadership Communication: Be a Chief...

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2024/11/20

Episode Title: Mastering Leadership Communication: Be a Chief Reminding OfficerEpisode Summary:Communication isn’t just part of leadership—it is leadership. In this episode of Things Leaders Do, host Colby Morris dives into unusual but highly effective methods for leaders to communicate, inspired by Patrick Lencioni’s concept of the "Chief Reminding Officer." Leaders must communicate clearly, frequently, and in alignment with their organization’s key pillars to keep teams focused and engaged....

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10:52

Humility in Leadership: How Adaptability Builds Trust...

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2024/11/13

Episode Title: " Humility in Leadership: How Adaptability Builds Trust and Innovation "Episode Summary:Welcome back to Things Leaders Do, hosted by Colby Morris. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking why embracing humility and adaptability are essential traits for effective leadership. Are you tired of feeling like you have to have all the answers? Do you want to create a team culture that thrives on trust and innovation? Tune in as Colby shares powerful insights and personal stories on how adm...

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