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What if you could accomplish more in less time? What if you didn't have to spend hours at your desk to drive impactful results? Join host John Laurito as he challenges the traditional mindset of productivity equating to hours logged. Through his personal experiences and fascinating examples from the world of formula racing, he decodes the myth that more time means more productivity and income. So, let's get ready to make every minute count! Show notes: [0:37] More time doesn’t mean more productivity, result, or income [1:58] What would you do if you only had half an hour? [3:08] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

Ready to unlock the secret of true influence as a leader? Promise you, there's more to it than commanding respect and dictating terms. Today, host John Laurito unearths the essential questions you need to ask yourself to be a real game-changer. Let's journey through the dynamics of trust, authenticity, and genuine interest in the people you lead and learn how to align your words with your actions in leadership. With a vivid real-life example, you'll see how to amplify your influence. Tune in, and let's embark on this exciting journey towards better leadership together. Show notes: [2:13] The most asked question about leadership [5:41] Do I want to go where this leader is trying to take me? [6:05] Do I have confidence that this leader can take me there? [9:39] Does this person care about me? [9:49] Do I trust this person? [16:17] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

Ready to elevate your leadership to new heights? Join me in today’s episode as I talk about the balance between authority and micro-management. This forms the crux of our main discussion - understanding the right 'altitude' as a leader and the significance of setting clear expectations. So, if you're looking to amplify your leadership abilities, let's get started on this journey together! Turn up the volume and prepare to soar! Show notes: [0:45] Quick shout out to his friend and faithful listener [1:20] A leadership anecdote I learned way, way back [3:53] Figure out where your altitude is as a leader [4:49] Ask questions around decision making [8:46] How to use this concept in real life [9:36] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

In this episode, host John Laurito talks to Christina Winters, the CEO and President of Creating & Managing Wealth. They talk about how she got started, and how she inspires and helps women to speak up and step up to leadership roles in a male-dominated corporate world. Christina emphasized the importance of articulating your ideas, standing your ground, and managing the inevitable stress accompanying leadership roles. With Christina's raw and real stories from her journey and her invaluable advice on expressing frustrations productively, this conversation is a must-listen for every woman aspiring to break the glass ceiling. Christina's journey is a testament to how confrontations can be flipped into stepping stones for success, offering a fresh perspective on women in leadership roles.  Christina specializes in helping people with their retirement planning. She has been in the business of helping people plan their financial futures for 30 years and specializes in women who have become single through a death or a divorce. She also works with those leaving corporations to start their own business. Christina explains and demonstrates how positioning money in certain vehicles will assist you in securing not only your finances but also with a concentration on family, health, and succession planning. Christina is originally a factory worker’s daughter and learned to take risks from her mentors. She grew up in a very simple household and puts the language of finance into very simple explanations and visuals. Christina loves art and enjoys projects like creating tile tabletops, painting on canvas, and making jewelry. Connect with Christina: Website: https://cmwfinancial.com Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-winters Show notes: [1:54] How women can step up to positions of power [5:01] How Christina learned to get out of her comfort zone [9:14] Turning point [10:55] Speak up and don't let others steal your idea [14:01] Tips on speaking up [17:00] What stepping up means [19:14] Women are good in times of stress [21:25] How to connect with Christina [22:31] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

Many individuals find solace and enjoyment in various activities such as cooking, playing or performing music, meditating, dancing, and knitting. These pursuits are often touted as healthy, effective, and enjoyable ways to unwind after a challenging day. In fact, some enthusiasts go so far as to describe them as positive addictions, emphasizing their profound impact. On today's episode, host John Laurito explores the concept of positive addictions. He invites you to think about your own healthy addictions, providing insight into the activities that bring you immense pleasure and fulfillment. Show notes: [1:18] A quick thought: addiction [2:45] What are your good and bad addictions? [5:58] So think about it… [9:02] What in your life do you have positive addiction for? [10:17] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

In today's episode, host John Laurito delves into the topic of prioritization and shares valuable insights on improving this essential skill. By effectively prioritizing your workload, you can experience various benefits, such as reduced stress levels, enhanced time management, and increased productivity. He also shares three questions you can ask yourself that can help you become better at it. By regularly asking yourself these three questions when assessing your workload, you'll be able to improve your prioritization skills. You'll gain a clearer understanding of which tasks deserve your immediate attention and can make more informed decisions about where to invest your time and energy. Show notes: [1:00] What do you do on weekends? [4:30] What brings the greatest mental reward? [5:44] What helps make the other things happen? [6:21] What brings the longest-term reward? [7:50] So here’s what John did… [10:35] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

Leadership is an immense responsibility that should never be taken lightly. Even the most competent leaders can occasionally be perceived as intemperate. In this episode, our host, John Laurito, explores the leadership mistakes that ultimately led to Chris Licht's dismissal as CEO. While some individuals may have a natural inclination towards successful leadership, others must diligently work at it. It's important to note that effective leadership is not solely reliant on having an extroverted personality that commands attention through words. Rather, it revolves around an individual's capacity to foster collaboration, empowerment, encouragement, and accountability within a team, enabling them to collectively achieve goals. Throughout history, truly remarkable leaders have endured a transformative journey, learning from numerous mistakes along the way before attaining their ultimate success. Show notes: [3:06] In recent events… [6:16] Making disparaging comments about his predecessor [9:50] Physically separating himself from everyone [11:51] Fired well-admired people [13:001] Losing people’s trust [15:10] Made people think he doesn’t care about them [21:10] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

Oftentimes, we encounter the popular adage that what we perceive is merely the tip of the iceberg, hinting at the vast depths concealed beneath the surface. However, it becomes evident that intentional omissions of pertinent details can lead to unforeseen consequences and leave us perplexed. In the realm of leadership, such practices are unequivocally frowned upon. Today, host John Laurito illuminates the significance of sharing comprehensive narratives, be it in delegating tasks to your employees, presenting proposals, or simply engaging in storytelling. The key lies in meticulously ensuring that not a single crucial detail is left unshared. By weaving a tapestry of transparency, leaders can foster trust, inspire confidence, and engender a sense of inclusion among their team members. In doing so, they cultivate an environment where surprises and guesswork are replaced by clarity and understanding. Show notes: [0:34] Here’s another story… [3:55] Oftentimes, people are not told the whole story [9:30] A leader’s job is to let people know the full story [10:06] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

Many of us experience fears when it comes to doing things outside of our comfort zones, such as pursuing a new career, starting a business, or asking for a raise. These fears can leave us feeling uncertain and doubt our ability to succeed. In today’s episode, host John Laurito emphasizes the importance of taking action to overcome these fears. It is helpful to focus on the first step that needs to be taken rather than fixating on the end result. We can gradually build momentum and gain confidence in our abilities by taking action. It's important to remember that taking action is the only way to overcome our fears and achieve our goals. Show notes: [1:12] Storytime! [8:29] We make the fear worse just by waiting [10:17] Just jump at it [15:22] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

Fear is a human emotion that is triggered by a perceived threat. It is a basic survival mechanism that signals our bodies to respond to danger with a fight or flight response. In today’s episode, host John Laurito talks about the concept of fear and how your surroundings affect how much you fear something. In the workplace, it is your job as a leader to empower your team to get out of their comfort zone and conquer whatever gives them fear or anxiety. You might not know it, but it might be what’s holding them back from their full potential. Show notes: [0:45] A quick riddle [1:24] Storytime! [4:27] Our surroundings affect our ability to conquer fear [6:36] Here’s today’s lesson… [9:10] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

Conflict is not a strange thing for people. Human beings experience it in their day-to-day lives. And when they happen, the idea is not to try to prevent them but rather to resolve and manage them in an effective manner. In this episode, host John Laurito shares five important elements to remember when handling conflict. Whether it’s communicating with the other person or changing your mindset about the issue, the best way to defuse a conflict is to take action toward resolution, signaling that you want to settle the conflict and repair any damage that may have been done. Show notes: [0:43] Here’s a riddle to fill your riddle cup [1:15] Don’t assume it’s a win-loss [4:48] People resort to text or email vs. talking and communicating [7:24] Look at it from a different perspective [9:01] Seek to understand; don’t assume something [11:52] Take ownership to solve issues  [18:01] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]

When was the last time you said “no” to someone or something? Life would be so much easier if we could just say “no” more often – so why can’t we? Today host John Laurito talks about the importance of saying no – to the wrong people, things, and even opportunities – to make space for the right ones. Show notes: [1:22] Today’s riddle is… [3:50] Say no to the wrong things [8:24] If it’s not a “hell, yes,” it is a no [13:02] Outro Get a copy of Tomorrow's Leader on Amazon https://tinyurl.com/huseae9h Text LEADER to 617-393-5383 to receive The Top 10 Things That The Best Leaders Are Doing Right Now For questions, suggestions, or speaker inquiries, contact me at [email protected]