Cassie Adkins hit rock bottom - a past filled with trauma, from battling alcoholism by age 12, to an ex-husband leaving her when she was critically ill. But she turned her life around, from an architect major to a therapist, and now, a leadership coach with a mission. Topics will include: connecting & building trust with your team, balancing being respected and being liked, coping with the stress of being a true leader, and much more. "You’re Not Actually A Leader Yet" isn't just a podcast; it's Cassie's way of taking her darkest days and transforming them into a beacon of hope & joy for leaders struggling to find their way. She's here to share her unique blend of empathy, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom, helping you bridge the gap between the person you are today and the leader you're meant to be.
You're Not Actually A Leader Yet
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Cassie Adkins hit rock bottom - a past filled with trauma, from battling alcoholism by age 12, to an ex-husband leaving her when she was critically ill. But she turned her life around, from an architect major to a therapist, and now, a leadership coach with a mission. Topics will include: connecting & building trust with your team, balancing being respected and being liked, coping with the stress of being a true leader, and much more. "You’re Not Actually A Leader Yet" isn't just a podcast; it's Cassie's way of taking her darkest days and transforming them into a beacon of hope & joy for leaders struggling to find their way. She's here to share her unique blend of empathy, honesty, and hard-earned wisdom, helping you bridge the gap between the person you are today and the leader you're meant to be.
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June 18, 2024
12: Elevate Your Business Acumen with Maximus Greenwald
<p> Visit <a href="https://warmly.ai/" target="_blank">Warmly</a> and see how you can get more warm leads. </p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed today’s show and found the content helpful, please leave me a five-star rating wherever you listen so others can also find value from it. Thank you!</p><p><br></p><p>In the latest episode of You're Not Actually A Leader Yet, host Cassie Adkins sits down with CEO Maximus Greenwald, sharing his inspiring journey from young founder to successful leader. They delve into Maximus' humility in seeking feedback, the value of passion driven projects, and the power of authenticity in leadership. From early mistakes and challenges to a recent company acquisition, Maximus' story is a testament to resilience and growth. Join in as they discuss standing out in the SaaS space, the importance of transparency, and the drive to make a difference in the world. </p><p><br></p><p>Maximus is the founder and CEO of Warmly - a sales tech solution to get more warm leads. Maximus has been building his unicorn in public - the good, the bad, and everything in between!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Topics Discussed:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Importance of being coachable and open to feedback</li><li>The toxicity of insincere feedback requests in the work environment</li><li>Embracing individual passions to boost motivation and productivity</li><li>Maximus' journey from young founder to CEO after acquisition</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>05:43 The struggle to define and build a business.</p><p>10:44 Learning from mistakes is key to achieving business success.</p><p>17:48 Honesty and humility lead to seeking guidance in leadership.</p><p>24:43 Encourage pursuing and prioritizing passion projects.</p><p>26:23 "The Purple Cow" by Seth Godin promotes standing out in marketing.</p><p>30:45 Work with openness, honesty, and transparency daily.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Guest Socials:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Maximus Greenwald | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-greenwald/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p>
June 11, 2024
11: Turn Your Doer Skills Into CEO Brilliance with Brooke Elder
<p>Enjoy access to <a href="https://go.truenorthsystems.net/" target="_blank">True North's Free Mini-Training</a> on steps to becoming a visionary leader. </p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed today’s show and found the content helpful, please leave me a five-star rating wherever you listen so others can also find value from it. Thank you!</p><p><br></p><p>Join host Cassie Adkins and special guest Brooke Elder on this episode of You're Not Actually A Leader Yet. Brooke shares her insights on transitioning from a doer to a visionary leader. Drawing from her experiences in building six businesses and sailing across the Atlantic. Discover the challenges business founders face when stepping into the CEO role, the importance of systematizing processes, and the impact of being a servant leader. Find out how Brooke's upcoming venture, True North, aims to align family and business goals, emphasizing the significance of creating a supportive company culture. Tune in for valuable leadership lessons and actionable strategies.</p><p><br></p><p>Brooke Elder works with coaches, consultants and agency owners to stay connected to their purpose by streamlining their business through systems and automation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Topics Discussed:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Founder transitioning to CEO mindset challenges</li><li>Importance of training team for successful delegation</li><li>Balancing visionary thinking and operational doer tasks</li><li>Learning to avoid unnecessary business pivots and disruptions</li><li>Implementing servant leadership to empower employees</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>05:20 Importance of gradual change, systems, and leadership in business for employee well-being.</p><p>11:54 The struggle of balancing visionary and doer roles in business.</p><p>19:14 Starting True North to align family and business.</p><p>20:43 Enabling business success through effective systems and structure.</p><p>25:15 Janitor's absence humbled the CEO by realizing their value.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Guest Socials:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Brooke Elder | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brookeelder/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><p><br></p>
June 4, 2024
10: Master Self-Leadership Before Leading Others with Rob Cressy
<p>If you enjoyed today’s show and found the content helpful, please leave me a five-star rating wherever you listen so others can also find value from it. Thank you!</p><p><br></p><p>In this compelling episode of You're Not Actually A Leader Yet, host Cassie Adkins and guest high-performance coach Rob Cressy dive deep into the essence of self-leadership. Discover transformative lessons on how to turn failures into growth opportunities and the power of owning your emotions. With personal anecdotes on choosing peace over victimhood, practical tips for self-improvement routines, and a call to embrace your journey, this episode is packed with insights to help you lead yourself before leading others. Get ready to empower yourself with the tools and mindset for sustainable motivation and success. </p><p><br></p><p>Rob Cressy is a high performance coach, committed to helping leaders grow their business & life together. With expertise in personal development, brand building, and AI, he helps you build better habits, routines, and mindsets to keep winning for the long haul.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Topics Discussed:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Importance of self-leadership and self-awareness</li><li>Routines and habits for personal improvement</li><li>Embracing challenges for growth, not defeat</li><li>Developing emotional awareness and communication</li><li>Shifting perspectives and adopting neutral thinking</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>03:12 Self-leadership is essential for effective leadership.</p><p>07:05 Becoming a systems person starts with simplicity.</p><p>12:25 Start with simple daily actions to lead yourself effectively.</p><p>15:45 Embracing positivity, setting intentions for improvement and taking actionable steps.</p><p>19:00 Neutral thinking for positive change.</p><p>24:01 Reflect on emotions, analyze and make intentional shifts.</p><p>30:01 Self-leadership requires pushing through comfort zones.</p><p>33:06 Self-awareness and empathy in leadership are crucial.</p><p>36:19 Never waste a failure.</p><p>39:16 Realizing self-defeating behaviour, choosing positive change instead.</p><p>46:07 Believing in yourself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Guest Socials:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Rob Cressy | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cressy/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><p>Rob Cressy | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rob_cressy/" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p>Creating Unlimited | <a href="https://creatingunlimited.com/" target="_blank">Website</a></p><p>Built For The Game | <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/built-for-the-game-with-rob-cressy/id1135417163" target="_blank">Podcast</a></p>
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