S2:E1 | How Benj Miller Thinks About The Keys to Effective and Sustainable Leadership
04/12/23 • 32 min
In this episode, we delve into the age-old question of how to lead and live without fear holding us back. Benj Miller provides valuable insights and strategies on how we can develop disciplines of thought and action to move forward on solid ground. We'll explore the power of possibility and gratitude, how to call out reality, and the importance of intentional reflection to develop a mindset that fosters growth and progress. Join us in this thought-provoking discussion and learn how to transform your leadership skills and mindset to unlock greater potential.
The 261: https://the261.com
System & Soul: https://systemandsoul.com
Benj on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjmilleratl/
[00:02:52] Charismatic leaders can be misleading and limit our own thinking.
[00:03:55] Not all companies need to become a media company, but all companies need to become a talent management company for the next decade.
[00:05:33] Leaders live with a sense of possibility and gratitude, focusing on what could be and what is, bringing out the best in people and avoiding bitter attitudes. Possibility allows for change and growth, while gratitude helps to maintain a positive perspective.
[00:10:56] Defining good leaders as those worth following, the enemy is fear in society, with anxiety and curiosity being opposite reactions to possibility.
[00:12:55] Limit risk, be inwardly sound, seize opportunities in times of fear.
[00:14:46] Real estate attracts two types of people - successful entrepreneurs and risk-averse investors. Both see opportunity in downturns, but for different reasons.
[00:16:30] Gratitude and possibility are like muscles that need intentional practice to grow. Taking time to reflect on accomplishments and goals is crucial.
[00:19:16] Great leaders call out reality, allowing for possibility and gratitude.
[00:22:05] Working the gratitude and possibility muscle can lead to transformative thinking and positive outcomes. Leaders can impact others by planting, watering, and caring for growth opportunities, but transformation comes when individuals start acting on these questions. Unlocking gratitude and possibility can help transform thinking, vocabulary, and futures.
[00:25:12] Stop consuming fear-based media and create space for possibility and gratitude to grow.
In this episode, we delve into the age-old question of how to lead and live without fear holding us back. Benj Miller provides valuable insights and strategies on how we can develop disciplines of thought and action to move forward on solid ground. We'll explore the power of possibility and gratitude, how to call out reality, and the importance of intentional reflection to develop a mindset that fosters growth and progress. Join us in this thought-provoking discussion and learn how to transform your leadership skills and mindset to unlock greater potential.
The 261: https://the261.com
System & Soul: https://systemandsoul.com
Benj on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjmilleratl/
[00:02:52] Charismatic leaders can be misleading and limit our own thinking.
[00:03:55] Not all companies need to become a media company, but all companies need to become a talent management company for the next decade.
[00:05:33] Leaders live with a sense of possibility and gratitude, focusing on what could be and what is, bringing out the best in people and avoiding bitter attitudes. Possibility allows for change and growth, while gratitude helps to maintain a positive perspective.
[00:10:56] Defining good leaders as those worth following, the enemy is fear in society, with anxiety and curiosity being opposite reactions to possibility.
[00:12:55] Limit risk, be inwardly sound, seize opportunities in times of fear.
[00:14:46] Real estate attracts two types of people - successful entrepreneurs and risk-averse investors. Both see opportunity in downturns, but for different reasons.
[00:16:30] Gratitude and possibility are like muscles that need intentional practice to grow. Taking time to reflect on accomplishments and goals is crucial.
[00:19:16] Great leaders call out reality, allowing for possibility and gratitude.
[00:22:05] Working the gratitude and possibility muscle can lead to transformative thinking and positive outcomes. Leaders can impact others by planting, watering, and caring for growth opportunities, but transformation comes when individuals start acting on these questions. Unlocking gratitude and possibility can help transform thinking, vocabulary, and futures.
[00:25:12] Stop consuming fear-based media and create space for possibility and gratitude to grow.
Previous Episode
S1:E5 | XO Conference 2020 Takeaways
This year I found hope and insight from 4 different speakers and a few of their points. Below are the speakers, where you can find them, and the key points I discuss in this episode.
Michael Todd from Transformation Church (https://transformchurch.us)
- Trees aren't planted - seeds are.
- The place of death and the place of destiny look the same for a season
- Reference verse: Philippians 1:6
Robert Morris from Gateway Church (https://gatewaypeople.com)
- How do we become one?
- One flesh vs. one spirit
- You have to die to become one spirit
- The dominant person has to die first
Dan Lian from Newspring Church (https://newspring.cc)
- Jesus is still in the boat
- Jesus is still in control
- Jesus will act
- Reference verses: Mark 4:35-41
Dave and Ashley Willis from XO Marriage (https://xomarriage.com/naked-marriage-podcast)
- Shalom (or peace) means: breaking the authority of established chaos
Remember, we're better when we rise together!
Until next time... Keep Rising!
Next Episode
S2:E2 | How Jonathan D. Reynolds Thinks About Overcoming Achievement Addiction
On this episode of How Leaders Think, my guest emphasizes the importance of celebrating goals and milestones. They suggest looking at the entire calendar year to identify points to celebrate and acknowledge that there will be multiple false summits along the way to a goal.
The guest is Jonathan D. Reynolds, a CEO and best-selling author, who shares his perspective on celebrating accomplishments and navigating the tension between celebrating the present and painting a desirable future.
Jonathan explores practical ways to incorporate celebrations into daily life and suggests starting with small steps like celebrating someone who has made an impact. High-drive leaders often struggle to take a break or celebrate because it seems like a lack of commitment to growth, but self-awareness is crucial for preventing exhaustion and demotivation among team members.
Resources:
Jonathan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanreynolds/
Jonathan's Book, "Right Seats, Right People: A Leader's Guide to Hiring and Developing Top Performers": https://a.co/d/0RXmbh3
[00:01:35] "Renew your mind to fight the trash"
[00:05:49] "Balancing Future Vision with Present Gratitude"
[00:08:53] "Discover Your Unique Personality Profile Statistic"
[00:12:33] Budgeting for Celebration: Importance of Pausing to Celebrate
[00:18:44] "Intrinsic Motivation: Emphasizing the Importance of Celebration"
[00:22:14] "Uncomfortable growth: Celebrating success along the way"
[00:26:25] "Small Gestures of Gratitude: Superpowers in Action"
[00:30:41] "A Visionary Editor's Bold Hiring Mistake"
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