
From Shy Kid to Confident Leader Overcoming Fear to Find Your Voice with James Robbins
01/28/25 • 71 min
Are you ready to elevate your leadership game and create a work environment where people thrive? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with James Robbins, a leadership consultant and motivational speaker who's been transforming leaders for over two decades. James shares his journey from shy, insecure kid to confident leader, offering invaluable insights on how to inspire and engage your team.
We explore James's fascinating origin story, including how a simple church invitation in college set him on a path to discovering his passion for helping others. You'll hear about his experiences as a young minister turning around struggling congregations, and how these challenges shaped his approach to leadership.
Key Takeaways:
- The power of getting out of your own way and focusing on serving others
- How to create a positive "value exchange" in your relationships with team members
- The importance of self-awareness and continuous course correction in leadership
- Strategies for overcoming fear and bringing your authentic self to your work
Unlocking Your Team's Potential
Discover James's powerful "Nine Minutes on Monday" framework for driving engagement and productivity. Learn how simple, consistent actions can lead to dramatic improvements in team performance and company success.
The Call to Personal Growth
James gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming book, "The Call to Climb," exploring the journey of aligning with your true purpose and bringing your most authentic self to the world.
This conversation is packed with actionable advice for leaders at all levels. Whether you're managing a small team or running a large organization, you'll find valuable guidance to help you inspire and motivate others while staying true to yourself.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from James's wealth of experience and gain practical tools for becoming a more effective, empathetic leader. Tune in now and start giving a heck about creating a workplace where everyone can thrive!
Connect with James Robbins:
Website: https://www.jamesrobbins.com/Book: iwillclimb.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesrobbins97/
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@james.robbins
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james.r.robbins/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrobbins97/
Connect with Dwight Heck:
Website: https://giveaheck.com (Free Book Offer)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/give.a.heck
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Giveaheck
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Are you ready to elevate your leadership game and create a work environment where people thrive? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with James Robbins, a leadership consultant and motivational speaker who's been transforming leaders for over two decades. James shares his journey from shy, insecure kid to confident leader, offering invaluable insights on how to inspire and engage your team.
We explore James's fascinating origin story, including how a simple church invitation in college set him on a path to discovering his passion for helping others. You'll hear about his experiences as a young minister turning around struggling congregations, and how these challenges shaped his approach to leadership.
Key Takeaways:
- The power of getting out of your own way and focusing on serving others
- How to create a positive "value exchange" in your relationships with team members
- The importance of self-awareness and continuous course correction in leadership
- Strategies for overcoming fear and bringing your authentic self to your work
Unlocking Your Team's Potential
Discover James's powerful "Nine Minutes on Monday" framework for driving engagement and productivity. Learn how simple, consistent actions can lead to dramatic improvements in team performance and company success.
The Call to Personal Growth
James gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming book, "The Call to Climb," exploring the journey of aligning with your true purpose and bringing your most authentic self to the world.
This conversation is packed with actionable advice for leaders at all levels. Whether you're managing a small team or running a large organization, you'll find valuable guidance to help you inspire and motivate others while staying true to yourself.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from James's wealth of experience and gain practical tools for becoming a more effective, empathetic leader. Tune in now and start giving a heck about creating a workplace where everyone can thrive!
Connect with James Robbins:
Website: https://www.jamesrobbins.com/Book: iwillclimb.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamesrobbins97/
X: https://x.com/jamesrobbins97
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@james.robbins
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james.r.robbins/?hl=enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrobbins97/
Connect with Dwight Heck:
Website: https://giveaheck.com (Free Book Offer)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/give.a.heck
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwight.heck
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Giveaheck
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@giveaheck
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwight-raymond-heck-65a90150/
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Connect with Dan Storey:
Website: https://danstorey.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkLK9hgdGFnvBaUlcgvrDHw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danstoreyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danstorey14/
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Connect with Rhonda Britten:
Website: https://fearlessliving.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rhondabritten/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/RhondaBritten
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