Do More: Leadership, Productivity, Organization

22. Leadership Learned From Biblical Heroes: David

►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore Leadership isn't confined to boardrooms or political arenas but about making positive impacts starting with being your best self. Whether leading a team, family, or yourself there's something valuable in David’s story for everyone. Leadership Lessons From David: Cultivate Courage Courage is not the absence of fear, but the ability to face it head-on. Have faith - In yourself, in your team, and in your mission. Develop Resilience Leadership comes with a side of adversity. Great leaders bounce back and/or carry on when the going gets tough. Be Adaptable Be versatile and open to change. Be willing to learn, grow, and adapt to the ever-evolving landscape of leadership.

21. Leadership Learned from Biblical Heroes: Moses

►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore IN THIS EPISODE: Dive into the first episode of my new podcast series, "Leadership Learned from Biblical Heroes." We explore leadership lessons drawn directly from biblical figures like Moses, David, Esther, and Nehemiah. This episode focuses on Moses – a central figure in the Bible known for his effective communication and crisis management skills. Learn about key leadership principles such as delegating tasks, authenticity in communication, vision articulation & living it out, managing crises effectively, and more. I also discuss imposter syndrome assuring listeners that these feelings are part of the growth journey in leadership roles.Discover how these ancient wisdoms can be applied to modern workplaces with references to specific biblical verses supporting each theme. Whether you're an experienced leader or just starting your journey, this series is designed to inspire continuous growth in your leadership capabilities.Don't forget to subscribe for more enlightening episodes!

20. Communication - More Than Words

►►Grab your FREE copy of my ebook, "Communicating Like a Leader: Skills For Effective Leadership" → https://www.benribble.com/communicate Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore IN THIS EPISODE: We discuss the importance of effective communication in leadership and how it can motivate teams to achieve extraordinary results. Key Takeaways: 1. **The Importance of Good Communication**: Great leaders are excellent communicators who foster trust and collaboration through clear and empathetic messages. 2. **Poor Communication Impact**: Leaders with poor communication skills often leave their team feeling uninformed or confused, negatively affecting morale and productivity. 3. **Enhancing Your Communication Skills**: Improve your skills by practicing active listening, providing clarity, being transparent in sharing updates, paying attention to nonverbal cues, giving constructive feedback, and adapting your style according to different situations. 4. **Balancing Transparency**: While transparency is crucial for leaders, some information may need withholding if it could harm team morale or performance. 5. **Non-verbal Cues Matter Too**: Body language plays a significant role in how messages are received by the team members. 6. **Feedback Matters:** Constructive feedback should be specific & actionable focusing on behaviors rather than criticizing individuals personally 7. **Adaptability Is Key:** Adjusting your style according to different people/situations within the team aids better understanding & connection. Remember that good communication empowers us all regardless of where we're at in life! Let's strive together towards better days through improved communications!

18. The Clean Slate Policy

►►Claim your FREE 30-Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore In this episode of the Do More podcast, we explore how guilt and shame can hinder progress, and present three strategies for a brighter future: setting clear goals, developing positive habits, and focusing on incremental improvement. Key Takeaways:- Let go of past failures or experiences that cause guilt or shame.- Embrace forgiveness towards yourself and others.- Set meaningful goals to guide your decision-making.- Develop positive habits through small consistent actions leading to significant changes over time.- Focus on progress rather than perfection. Ben also emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with a supportive community for encouragement and accountability in personal growth journey. The clean slate policy is not about erasing our past but acknowledging it as a stepping stone toward a brighter future. Our mistakes shape us; embrace that fact and build upon it.

17. Results Follow Reasons

►►Claim your FREE 30-Minute Discovery Coaching session with Ben → http://laserfocused.life Record a Voice Memo and possibly be featured on an upcoming episode → https://podinbox.com/DoMore FROM THIS EPISODE:In this episode of the Do More podcast, host Ben dives into a powerful concept: "Results follow reasons." The discussion centers around understanding our 'why' and how it becomes a benchmark for all decisions and actions. Key Takeaways:- Discovering your 'why' can significantly boost productivity by aligning daily tasks with greater intentions.- Defining your ‘why’ enhances motivation and resilience, preventing burnout, and helping persevere through obstacles.- Your 'why' should resonate with both personal and professional aspects of life. - Knowing your 'why' makes you unstoppable as actions align with purpose boosting productivity while offering fulfillment at each step professionally and personally. Ben also shares his personal journey from feeling directionless in his career to finding his burning desire to help others realize their potential which led him to start this podcast. He encourages listeners to reflect on what truly matters to them and find their unique 'why.' If you're inspired by the podcast, please leave a review or record a voice memo at podinbox.com/domore. Challenge: Find some quiet time to ponder your 'why'. Dive deep into these questions remembering that your why is uniquely yours; shaped by experiences only you have had.