Ep207 Else Johnson - Finding Joy: A High Performer's Guide to Breaking Self-Sabotage

Is your multi-generational team a ticking time bomb? Discover how to defuse the tension and turn generational gaps into your greatest strength.In this episode, Mike O'Neill interviews Porschia Parker-Griffin, founder and CEO of Fly High Coaching, and LinkedIn Top Voice. Porschia is an expert in helping organizations attract, engage, and retain top talent. They tackle the challenge of managing a workforce that spans up to five generations. Porschia shares her strategic insights and practical tools for leaders to bridge generational divides. Mike O'Neill adds his expertise, offering leaders actionable steps to adapt their communication and motivational strategies.Key Insights to Look Out For:Learn how to identify and unlearn the biggest misconceptions about different generations in the workplace.Understand the importance of collaborative cultures and communication styles that promote contribution from every team member, regardless of generation.Get practical tips on adapting to hybrid work environments by understanding generational preferences and prioritizing consistent communication.Ready to transform your multi-generational workforce into a high-performing team? Listen now and start building bridges across generations in your organization. Don't forget to share this episode with a fellow leader facing similar challenges.Find all the show notes and links here:  https://www.unstuck.show/216

Is your high-achieving team member struggling to lead after a promotion? They're not alone.In this episode, Mike O'Neill speaks with Dr. Jack Enter, a leadership expert with over 30 years of experience. Jack shares his insights on why so many high-performing individuals struggle when they transition into management roles. Drawing from his work with organizations across various sectors, including law enforcement, Jack reveals the hidden traps that can derail even the most promising leaders. Mike O’Neill and Jack highlight the importance of training, mentorship, and continuous feedback in developing effective leaders.Key Insights to Look Out For:- Why the skills that make someone a great individual contributor don't always translate into effective leadership.- How the lack of proper training and support can set new managers up for failure.- Practical strategies for fostering a culture of open communication and mutual support within teams.Ready to transform your team members into confident and capable leaders? Tune in to this episode for actionable advice that you can implement today. And if you found this conversation helpful, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode packed with insights.Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.unstuck.show/215

Is your career stuck in neutral? What if your next job search could be your biggest upgrade?In this episode, Mike O'Neill speaks with Rory Verrett, founder and managing partner of Protege Search and creator of the Protege Leadership Academy, about how to navigate career changes successfully. Roy, with over 20 years of experience in executive search and leadership development, shares key insights on avoiding common mistakes during job transitions and how to make your next move a strategic advantage. Mike O'Neill adds his perspective on the importance of strong leadership and strategic thinking in career advancement.Key Insights to Look Out For:Why simply applying for "Job X, plus one" might be holding you back, and how to think more creatively about your career options.How to use the "career algorithm test" to find the elements that create your best work and avoid getting stuck.The importance of relationships, reputation, and wisdom in the later stages of your career, and how to trade on these assets.Ready to stop spinning your wheels and start making real progress in your career? Listen now and start implementing these lessons today. Don't forget to share this episode with a colleague who needs to hear it!Find all the show notes and links here:  https://www.unstuck.show/214

Are you leaving money on the table in your business? In this eye-opening episode, value acceleration strategist David Visco reveals his proven PROFITS framework for maximizing business value and uncovering hidden revenue opportunities. From working with countless business owners, David shares a startling insight: most entrepreneurs don't truly understand their numbers - and it's costing them dearly.Host Mike O'Neill and David dive deep into practical strategies that help business owners transition from simply chasing revenue to building sustainable profitability. Through real-world examples, including a business owner who hadn't paid himself in six years, they explore how small changes in financial awareness can lead to dramatic improvements in business value and personal income.Key Insights to Look Out For: • Why focusing solely on revenue growth might be hurting your business's true value (and what to focus on instead) • The five to ten essential metrics every business owner needs to track monthly (presented in a simple, color-coded system anyone can understand) • How proper profit tracking can increase your business's sale value by identifying and fixing costly blind spots most owners missWhether you're planning to sell your business eventually or want to maximize its current value, David's straightforward approach to profit acceleration offers immediately actionable insights. His PROFITS framework breaks down complex financial concepts into manageable steps any business owner can implement.Ready to uncover hidden profits in your business? Listen now to transform your approach to business value creation. Don't forget to subscribe for more expert insights on building a more profitable and valuable business.Find all the show notes and links here:  https://www.unstuck.show/213

"Success Without Fulfillment is Just an Empty Achievement"Your corner office and impressive bank account tell one story, but that gnawing emptiness at 3 AM tells another. In this powerful episode, executive coach Chris Kenney, with 35 years of experience and a background as a business lawyer, shares the three life-changing questions that transformed his approach to success.Mike O'Neill and Chris explore how high achievers often miss the deeper dimensions of a truly successful life. Drawing from his unique perspective bridging corporate law and personal development, Chris introduces his groundbreaking framework that's helping leaders find what's missing in their seemingly perfect lives.Key Insights to Look Out For:• The critical difference between external success and internal fulfillment - and why most leaders get trapped chasing the wrong metrics• How the "psychological FLAB" (Fears, Labels, Attachments, Beliefs) shapes your decisions without you knowing it• The three essential questions that terminal patients wished they'd asked themselves sooner in lifeThis isn't just another business strategy session - it's a wake-up call for every leader who's achieved everything they wanted but still feels something's missing. Chris's practical framework offers a clear path to align your success with genuine meaning.Ready to transform your definition of success? Listen now and learn how small daily actions can create lasting fulfillment. Share this episode with another high achiever who needs to hear this message.Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.unstuck.show/212

Today's leaders face a unique challenge...They may have all the external trappings of success - but something deeper is missing.In this powerful episode, executive coach Bodhi Aldridge reveals why true leadership begins from within, sharing:• The crucial difference between "looking successful" and feeling fulfilled• Why most leaders sabotage themselves (and the simple mindset shift to break free)• A proven framework for authentic leadership - built on self-leadership, relational leadership, and systemic leadership• The transformative power of stillness (and how to actually make it work in your busy life)• Why "doing what brings you joy" is backwards (and what to focus on instead)Whether you're a seasoned executive or emerging leader, this conversation will challenge how you think about success, purpose, and what it means to lead with true authenticity.Want to stop feeling stuck and start leading with greater impact? This episode shows you how.Subscribe now and discover how to get unstuck and on target in your leadership journey.Find all the show notes and links here:  https://www.unstuck.show/211

How Brand Journalism Transforms Business GrowthFormer television journalist Katie Wagner reveals why traditional marketing is losing its punch and how authentic storytelling is reshaping both client acquisition and talent recruitment. As President and CEO of KWSM Digital, Katie brings 15 years of journalism expertise to help businesses tell stories that actually convert.In this value-packed conversation with Mike O'Neill, Katie shares how her agency achieves remarkable results by focusing on the human stories behind businesses. She explains why most companies are missing critical opportunities in their recruitment efforts and introduces a fresh approach called "nearbound marketing" that's changing how businesses connect with both clients and potential employees.Key Insights to Look Out For:• Why 80% of people click on job postings from friends - even when they're not looking for work• The three-part framework for creating content that outperforms AI and ranks higher on Google• How one negative employee review cost Katie a major client - and the bold changes she made that transformed her company cultureMike and Katie explore the power of authentic storytelling in business, revealing practical strategies that work in today's skeptical digital landscape. Katie shares candid examples from her own company's evolution, including how implementing a nine-day/80-hour schedule dramatically improved employee satisfaction and retention.Ready to transform how you attract both clients and top talent? Listen now to learn how brand journalism could be the game-changer your business needs. Subscribe to get more insights on building stronger teams and creating sustainable growth.Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.unstuck.show/210

The Hidden Truth: Why 80% of Executive Jobs Never Hit the Job BoardsIn this power-packed episode, Mike O'Neill sits down with Gina Riley, a distinguished executive career strategist whose expertise spans corporate HR at Intel and executive search at Talents Group. With over two decades of placing C-suite leaders, Gina shares game-changing insights from her upcoming book "Qualified Isn't Enough" that will transform how senior leaders approach their career advancement.Drawing from her extensive experience placing top executives in CEO, COO, and CFO roles, Gina reveals why traditional job hunting methods fail today's leaders. She shares a remarkable case study of how one VP turned his 25-year career into a 25% salary increase by mastering what she calls "the percolating job market" - where eight out of 10 executive positions are filled before they're ever advertised.Key Insights to Look Out For:• The strategic shift in executive hiring: Why having 800+ applicants for one role has changed how companies select top talent• The three-column framework that helps leaders identify and leverage their unique value proposition• How one executive's 80 strategic social posts in six months led to instant credibility in a new organizationMike O'Neill's expert facilitation draws out practical wisdom about building genuine professional relationships and establishing thought leadership that opens doors to opportunities. This conversation goes beyond standard networking advice to reveal how today's executives can position themselves as the go-to choice when leadership roles become available.Ready to transform your executive presence and access opportunities others miss? Listen now and implement these proven strategies from two veterans in leadership development. Subscribe to get more insights on building your career with intention and impact.Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.unstuck.show/209

Most leaders claim to care about their teams - but 76% of employees say their managers aren't showing it. Laura Templeton shatters conventional leadership myths and reveals why true business success starts with genuine human connection.In this powerful episode of Get Unstuck & On Target, leadership expert and author Laura Templeton joins Mike O'Neill to share game-changing insights from her new book "Compassionate Leadership." With over 25 years of marketing and brand communication expertise, Laura demonstrates how empathy and authentic connection create unstoppable teams and unshakeable brand loyalty.As founder of 30 Second Success and a sought-after keynote speaker, Laura breaks down the critical connection between compassionate leadership and bottom-line results. She and Mike explore how today's most successful organizations are transforming their cultures through intentional listening, clear communication, and genuine care for their people.Key Insights to Look Out For:• Why traditional authority-based leadership is causing record-high turnover and how compassion creates lasting loyalty• The three essential elements of building strong organizational and personal brands that attract top talent• How to maintain professional boundaries while showing authentic care and empathy as a leaderThis episode is more than a conversation - it's a practical blueprint for creating the kind of workplace culture that drives sustainable growth. Whether you're leading a small team or a large organization, Laura's proven strategies will help you build stronger connections, improve communication, and create an environment where both people and profits thrive.Listen now to transform your leadership approach and create lasting impact through the power of compassionate leadership. Subscribe to Get Unstuck & On Target for more insights on building stronger, more successful businesses.Find all the show notes and links here:  https://www.unstuck.show/208

Stop Chasing Success and Start Finding Joy Again with Elsa JohnsonFormer high-end window coverings business owner turned mindset expert Elsa Johnson exposes why high-performing leaders lose their spark and reveals a powerful path back to genuine fulfillment. This candid conversation shatters the myth that serious business owners can't experience true joy while building success.Mike O'Neill and Elsa explore how accomplished entrepreneurs often sacrifice their happiness in pursuit of achievement, mistakenly believing that "if it seems easy, it can't be good." Through real examples and actionable insights, they break down why celebrating small wins and embracing vulnerability are essential for sustainable leadership.Key Insights to Look Out For:• Why your current success might be the biggest barrier to your next breakthrough• The simple nightly practice that transforms how you show up as a leader• How to build genuine trust with your team by mastering the power of silenceThis episode is perfect for business owners feeling disconnected from their initial passion. Elsa shares a refreshing perspective on merging high performance with authentic joy. Listen now to learn how you can stop racing against others and start leading with renewed purpose.Want more strategies for building a thriving business? Follow Get Unstuck and On Target for weekly conversations with leaders who have overcome similar challenges.  Find all the show notes and links here:  https://www.unstuck.show/207